{"id":60988,"date":"2024-02-19T12:14:45","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T01:44:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/?p=60988"},"modified":"2024-02-19T12:48:51","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T02:18:51","slug":"podcast-campsite-qas-8-with-ben-lauren","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-campsite-qas-8-with-ben-lauren\/","title":{"rendered":"Ep119 &#8211; Campsite Q&#038;A&#8217;s #8 with Ben &#038; Lauren"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Listen to the full episode here:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"wp-video-popup-wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-video-popup-close\"><\/div>\n\t\t<iframe class=\"wp-video-popup-video is-hosted is-landscape is-resizable\" src=\"\" data-wp-video-popup-url=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9ekgEx9jBQI?autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay\">\n\t\t<\/iframe>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n<div id=\"buzzsprout-player-14484623\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t <script src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/1259564\/14484623.js?container_id=buzzsprout-player-14484623&amp;player=small\" type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This week, Ben and Lauren are back behind the mic with their raw, rustic, and never-curated-ever-organic approach to answering even more of your campsite questions. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Be it tent protection from the top down, or preventing mid-adventure vermin invasions &#8211; boil the billy and settle in for another Q&amp;A episode with your favourite outdoor experts! There&#8217;s usually something to learn, and always something to laugh about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Body-Image-POD-2.jpg\" alt=\"A group of campers setting up camp in a foresty area, with a motorbike, BBQ, and gas bottle on the back of a Ute. \" class=\"wp-image-60993\" title=\"Tune in for another Q&amp;A episode with Ben and Lauren\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Body-Image-POD-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Body-Image-POD-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Body-Image-POD-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Body-Image-POD-2-10x7.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Be it tent protection from the top down, or preventing mid-adventure vermin invasions &#8211; boil the billy and tune in to your favourite outdoor experts! Image: Oztent<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shortcuts:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>00:00 \u2013 Intro<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>03:28 \u2013 Best Shelter for Weekend Camping from Run and Sun?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>08:25 \u2013 The &nbsp;Zempire Pronto V2 10P: Manageable Set Up Process for a Bloke with a Bad Back?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11:14 \u2013 Best All-Rounder of Gas Stoves \/ Kitchen Setups?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15:08 \u2013 Any Plans for a New Zealand Store?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15:56 \u2013 What Exactly is \u2018Car Camping\u2019?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>19:57 \u2013 Pros and Cons of Zempire Roof Covers vs Tarp with Poles?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>23:25 \u2013 Considerations When Building a \u2018Tradie Trailer\u2019 into a Camping Trailer?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>30:22 \u2013 Tips for Keeping Vermin Out of Gear, in Storage and at Camp?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>36:17 \u2013 What to Keep in the Emergency-Emergency Kit?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>40:45 \u2013 Light and Easy-To-Roll Swag for a Solo Female with an Injured Shoulder?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>45:21 \u2013 Tips for Camping with Kids Close to Rivers and Waterways?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>49:49 \u2013 Best Way to Power a 35L Fridge and Charge a Phone?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>55:59 &#8211; Summary<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mentioned in this episode:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Podcasts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-awnings-shelters-shades-for-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep38 &#8211; Awnings, Shelters &amp; Shades for Summer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-shelters-for-rain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep59 &#8211; Shelters for Rainy Days<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-camp-gear-storage-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep94 &#8211; Back to Reality: Camp Gear Storage<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-half-lap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep44 &#8211; Ben\u2019s Half Lap<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-spare-caravan-parts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep68 &#8211; Spare Bits for your Caravan Kit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-camping-with-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep97 &#8211; Camping with Kids<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-creepy-crawlies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep31 &#8211; Creepy Crawlies at the Campsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-staying-powered-up-when-camping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep5 &#8211; Staying Powered Up When Camping<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/podcast-car-camping-without-cramming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ep110 &#8211; Car Camping Without Cramming<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Blogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/solar-formula-for-your-4wd-setup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Understanding 12V Battery &amp; Solar Setups for your 4WD <\/a>&#8211; by Ben Collaton<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/5-reasons-to-own-an-air-tent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Reasons to Own an Air Tent <\/a>&#8211; by Matt McIvor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Products:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=OZtrail%20gazebos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OZtrail Gazebos<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=zempire%20aerobase\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zempire Aerobase<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=zempire%20Roadiebase\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zempire Roadiebase<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=quest%20outdoors%20air%20gazebo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quest Outdoors Air Gazebo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/gale-12v-pump\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dometic Gale 12V Pump<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/camping-kitchens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camp Kitchens<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/camping-tables\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camp Tables<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/grill-table-5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Quest Outdoors Grill Table 5<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=first%20aid%20kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">First Aid Kit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/emergency-survival-blanket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Elemental Emergency Survival Blanket<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/pico-ftc-1x1-tc-inflatable-1-person-swag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dometic Pico FTC 1&#215;1 TC Inflatable 1P Swag<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/swags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Swags<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/camp-sleeping-mats#?pagenumber=1&amp;orderBy=0&amp;type=2152\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Self Inflating Mattresses <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/instant-swagger-1p-tent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Coleman Instant Swagger 1P Tent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/insect-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Insect Protection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/portable-fridges#?pagenumber=1&amp;orderBy=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fridges &amp; Coolers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/12v-solar-power\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Solar &amp; Power<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/rover-lithium-100ah-power-station\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Companion Rover Lithium 100Ah Power Station<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/rover-lithium-40ah-power-station\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Companion Rover Lithium 40Ah Power Station <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/200w-heavy-duty-portable-solar-mat-no-regulator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HardKorr 200W Heavy Duty Portable Solar Mat &#8211; No Regulator <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/search?w=Zempire%20Roof%20Covers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zempire Roof Covers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thanks for listening, tune in again for next fortnight&#8217;s episode!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks for tuning in to this week\u2019s episode of the Snowys Camping Show Podcast. Don\u2019t forget to subscribe to us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCgpO6k-UyaYgwyLg0ESceCg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0wy9b822eekXe00bAIqPbX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spotify<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/au\/podcast\/snowys-camping-show\/id1527530990\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iTunes<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/music.amazon.com\/podcasts\/db56692e-96e7-418d-929d-88c5fde70b1a\/Snowys-Camping-Show\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon Music<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.iheart.com\/podcast\/269-snowys-camping-show-79675943\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iHeartRadio<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/pca.st\/z1mx2k64\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pocket Casts<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/podcastaddict.com\/podcast\/3281467\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Podcast Addict<\/a>, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stitcher.com\/s?fid=618483\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stitcher<\/a>&nbsp;so you never miss an upload.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-087cbd57-77e9-4533-b8fc-12f45f86e371\">If you have any questions for Ben and Lauren, make sure you head over to our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/snowys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook group<\/a>&nbsp;and let us know as we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-78e4097f-2fbd-446d-a99b-9a3d09f52d17\">Catch you out there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<div class='watch-action'><div class='watch-position align-left'><div class='action-like'><a class='lbg-style1 like-60988 jlk' href='javascript:void(0)' data-task='like' data-post_id='60988' data-nonce='12ff46ed16' rel='nofollow'><img class='wti-pixel' src='https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/wti-like-post\/images\/pixel.gif' title='Liked it' \/><span class='lc-60988 lc'>0<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div> <div class='status-60988 status align-left'><\/div><\/div><div class='wti-clear'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ben and Lauren are back behind the mic with their raw, rustic, and never-curated-but-ever-organic approach to answering even more of your campsite questions!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1638,"featured_media":60996,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1570,1569,1572,854],"tags":[182,76,196,276,1922,264,314,1881,1923,275],"class_list":["post-60988","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-podcast-4wd","category-podcast-camping","category-podcast-caravan","category-podcast","tag-4wd","tag-4wd-tips","tag-camping","tag-camping-tips","tag-campsite-qas-2","tag-caravanning","tag-caravanning-tips","tag-qas","tag-questions-and-answers","tag-travel-tips"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60988","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1638"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=60988"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60988\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":61008,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/60988\/revisions\/61008"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/60996"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=60988"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=60988"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.snowys.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=60988"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}