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Vote! Are you into boondocking? Yay or Nay?

Published 6 months ago • 2 min read

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HeyReader!

Any moment now, we will push out from our marina here in Puerto Penasco, Mexico and head down to the Sea of Cortez for a couple months of cruising. I love this time on our sailboat, when we are exploring the islands off Baja.

Someone once asked me: do sailboats boondock like vans and RVs? And the answer is yes, but in the sailboat world it's called gunkholing (referring to the anchor getting stuck in mud).

Both have a similar vibe: away from hordes of people, absolute solitude, full immersion in nature. I love hearing the sea birds call from the sky and the coyotes howl from the beach. The stars overhead are a pure magic: like someone threw glowing sugar grains on a black velvet tarp. Plus, the bioluminescence highlights anything swimming below, from sea lions to fish.

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In the summer months, we love boondocking in our campervan. I put together an in-depth guide on boondocking - maybe you'd like to give it a try!

​Boondocking 101: How to Find Free and Awesome Campsites​

Boondocking, or camping for free out in the wilderness, can be scary at first. We’ll go over the ins and outs of boondocking, where its legal, and whether it’s safe.

Van Life Tip of the Day:

Have you tried The Dyrt app yet? This is our go-to app for finding campgrounds based on amenities like free showers, and it's also helpful for locating public land for boonocking. Get 30-days free on me here. ​

​ 8 Best Boondocking Apps for Finding Free Campsites​

Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, finding a boondocking spot is more convenient than ever. Below, you’ll find our list of the best boondocking apps.

Are you on Team Boondocking? Yay or Nay? I'd love to hear from you!

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P.S. Want to follow along with my Sea of Cortez journey? Follow me here on Instagram. ​

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Kristin Hanes, Publisher of The Wayward Home

I spend half the year in a DIY Sprinter van camper, and the other half on a sailboat. I want to help you achieve your nomadic living dreams, whether that's with van life, RVing, sailboats or tiny homes! Join my email list for van life tips and advice, remote work ideas, personal stories and anecdotes, and more!

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