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RVers Boot Camp
RVers Boot Camp at Escapade

Prior to the start of the 64th Escapade, attendees have the option to learn more about RVing in a classroom setting. Led by a panel of instructors with decades of RVing experience, RVers Boot Camp walks you through everything you need to know to maintain and operate your RV safely. Spend three days with our industry experts and you’ll learn about tire and weight safety, basic RV systems, fire and life safety, proper towing techniques and much more. Take advantage of the classroom environment to connect with fellow RVers. Experience shared learning through interactive questions during lessons, and review the day’s instruction with your peers during social gatherings and community meals.

Boot Camp Curriculum Includes:

Operation

  • Staying Connected on the Road
  • Choosing Your Perfect RV
  • Focus on Towable RVS
  • Focus on Motorhomes and Towing
  • Full-Timing Roundtable Discussion

Maintenance

  • RV Systems - Part 1
  • RV Systems - Part 2
  • RV Batteries
  • RV Maintenance

Safety

  • RV Weight & Load Management
  • Driving Your RV Safely
  • Personal Safety for RVers
  • Fire and Life Safety
  • RV Tire Safety
  • Propane Safety

Tuition Includes:

  • Focus groups on motorhome towing and towable RVs
  • Dinner on day two
  • Social gatherings, including an innovative full-timers discussion panel and Q&A session
  • Numerous opportunities to talk one-on-one with the instructors
  • Special elective courses for new RVers

Save on Insurance

Did you know… students who completed RVers’ Boot Camp qualify for a discount on their RV insurance? BancorpSouth and RV Advantage Insurance works with Escapees RV Club to offer a discount to graduates from RVers’ Boot Camp or RVers Online University’s Operation/Safety/Maintenance learning path. To take advantage of this offer, have your certificate of completion handy and contact one of our discount partners. You can reach BancorpSouth at 800-736-5622. RV Advantage Insurance quotes can be obtained at www.rvadvantage.com/escapees/ or by calling 800-331-1520.

Tuition Fees:

Escapees Members

One Person – $250

One Couple – $400

Non-Members

One Person – $325

One Couple – $475

*Boot Camp fee is for Boot Camp only. This does not include admission to Escapade. Escapade tickets must be purchased separately.

Important Information

Boot Camp will be conducted on Thursday – Saturday before Escapade starts, so you won’t miss any of the fun and exciting Escapade seminars and events. Plus, as a participant, you’ll get preferred early parking for Escapade!
Tuition includes all training, flash drive with all handouts and the RVer’s Ultimate Survival Guide, breakfasts on Friday and Saturday, and dinner on Friday evening.
You do not need an RV to attend! You can register and stay in a local motel. Or bring your RV and stay onsite for an additional fee.
Additional optional services, such as RV weighing by Escapees SmartWeigh, will be available at the event at additional cost.

Register for Boot Camp

You can register for Boot Camp as part of Escapade general registration, or by calling our registration hotline at 936-329-6499.
You must register in advance for Boot Camp, and there are only a limited number of seats available, so don’t delay!

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