What type of RVer are you?
Around the RV park in the sunny southwest, we see a lot of people -- ourselves included -- who fall into categories or “types.” So what type of RVer are you?
The Professional: In your RV supplies, you have two of everything (just in case) and you meticulously keep the rig shiny and running well.
The Weekender: Come Friday, you’re on a mission to find maximum fun. You arrive late, go big until Sunday, collapsing into an exhausted heap when you finally return home.
The Instagrammer: You’re between the ages of 20 and 40, look amazing in a swimsuit, and post A LOT of photos and videos of your amazing life.
The Greeter: New people have arrived! You rush over to say hi and show the new neighbors the ropes, sharing important info like the restroom code.
The Newbie: Maybe somebody told you about the sewer hose, but you never really paid attention. How do you hook up this thing, anyway? Better check YouTube!
The Politico: Flags, hats and bumper stickers make clear your exceptional political views, if only people would pay attention (which they mostly don’t).
The Lookie-Loo: As the next rig pulls in, your radar starts beeping. Does that guy really think he’s backing his huge rig into that tiny space? You better watch.
The “It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere” Gang: When the sun hits the ridgeline, it’s time to grab a camp chair, a cold beverage and gather for another session. In warmer climes, the cocktail party is usually preceded by a soak and gossiping in the hot tub.
The Complainer: This place is horrible! So’s the weather. And how about these high prices? You’re outraged, poor baby.
The Tailgater: The game’s on, the sausages are sizzling and the kids are playing cornhole. Whoa! Did you see that (choose one) touchdown, goal, slam dunk, home run? Let’s watch the replay!
The Brownberry: Soak up that sun! You love to hang out by the pool in a lounge chair and work on your winter tan while reading the new James Patterson novel.
The Aficionado: You have a vintage (choose one) Airstream, Westfalia, RoadTrek, keep it perfectly preserved, and spend hours talking about it to other people just like you.
The Dirtbagger: Sure the rig’s seen better days, but you’re still living the dream, right? Go ahead and tie down that tarp over the leak in the roof. We’re not judging.
The Gladhander: You are seen walking around the park saying: “Hi there, would you like some (choose one) cookies, candy, toilet paper?” (Yup -- somebody really did give us toilet paper recently).
The Wanderer: Your road atlas is always handy. This is a nice site, but you’re never happier than when you’re moving on.
The Ghost: Somebody is staying in that RV, but they never come outside. Then one day, the RV is mysteriously gone. Spooky.
The Bickersons: The following testy exchange frequently comes up with your partner. “I never said that!” “Yes you did!”
The International Renter: You’re a deer in the RV headlights. After an overseas flight, your Cruise America rental is simply overwhelming.
The Loudmouth: People hear you before they see you, and when they do, usually turn the other way.
The Gearhead: After pulling in, your toys come out (choose one or more) … road bike, mountain bike, e-bike, dirt bike, ORV, remote control model car.
The Grandparents: You’re having a blast taking care of the kiddos -- even though you’re exhausted.
The Wannabes: You watch the RVs travel along the highway and think, “I wish I was living the dream.” Maybe it’s time to get on board.
The Cool People: You’re friendly, respect others’ privacy, keep the music down at night, and offer assistance when needed. In other words … the type we all hope to be.
