Personal Safety for RVers w/Jim Koca (Webinar #22)
Welcome to Escapees Webinars! These broadcasts are intended to connect the RV-curious, or even experienced RVer, with those who have in-depth knowledge of various facets of the lifestyle.
Here, we spoke with Jim Koca, Director of Education for Escapees RV Club. He travels full-time in his RV with his wife, Lisa. They split their time between teaching RVers Boot Camp sessions and hosting adventures for fellow RVers, all for Escapees RV Club. In addition to his work with Escapees, Jim is a retired law enforcement officer, has many years of experience in accident reconstruction, and has an insatiable curiosity for how things work.
In this broadcast, Jim shared several important tips for protecting both yourself and your property as you enjoy your RV. His advice comes from his years of traveling in various types of RVs, research conducted while working in law enforcement, and bits of information he has learned from fellow RVers himself!
Tips covered today:
Find a safe RV park- there are many apps and websites out there to help you research ideal parks and learn from others' experience.
Install motion lights- very useful when you're returning to your rig after dark or need to take the dog out for a late night potty break
Replace your bay/storage locks- MANY other items out there have this identical key, CH 751, so replacing your locks makes it harder for a thief to get into your storage bays (ch751.com)
Hide your valuables- use products like Hide-a-Cans, fireproof safes, and other methods of concealment to secure your valuable belongings
Get a cellphone booster- these help you maintain a usable signal even in some remote areas
Choose your self-defense weapons carefully- Jim covers several of the options, from firearms to defensive sprays
Carry a weather radio- stay aware of your surroundings
Install a peephole in your RV door- this allows you to see who is knocking without opening your door
For solo travelers, pick up spare boots or a dog leash and keep them outside your rig- this indicates you aren't as alone as someone may assume
Don't be afraid to move- if you're uncomfortable with where you've parked, move
Keep your key fob handy- you can use it to set off your alarm to notify someone you need help or to deter an intruder
For solo travelers, use tracking apps or coordinates to share your location with trusted friends
Avoid posting your travels to social media in real-time
Consider installing a deadbolt on your RV door- -it's much stronger than the factory lock
If leaving your towable behind, use hitch locks to make it harder to steal your trailer
Interested in learning more about RV safety, operation, and maintenance? Jim joins many other valuable instructors in leading our RVers Online University and RVers Boot Camp educational programs.
To learn more about Escapees RV Club and our many benefits and services for RVers, visit escapees.com
Thanks for watching!
This webinar was recorded as a live broadcast on 10/04/2018
West on Baseline Road from Greenfield Rd, Mesa, Arizona, 17 October 2015, Rear View, GP010013
West on Baseline Road from Greenfield Rd, Mesa, Arizona, 17 October 2015, GP010013, Rear View
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Cafe Agit
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Green Grass Median
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Residential Housing
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Sale
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Karate
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Baseline Towers
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2602 W Baseline Road
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East Valley Uniforms
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Don Carlos
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Nails
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U Haul
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A & P Nursery
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J's
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Title Max
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South 101
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Price Road
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Northbound
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Price Road Southbound
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Water & Ice
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South 101, 101 North Left 2 Lanes
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Block Walls
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Sidewalk
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Palm Trees
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Pine Tree
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Country Club Way
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Target
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McClintock Drive
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Chapman Chevrolet
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Pollo Loco
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Fry's Marketplace
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Baccel
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Lakeshore Drive
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Covered Bus Stop
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Well's Fargo
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Wendy's
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Arizona Title
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Big Lots
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Barro's Pizza
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QT Gas Station, $2.09
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918 Baseline Road
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Quik Trip
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Wells Fargo
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Bank of Ameria
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Bank of America
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Birds fly
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Waiting at Intersection
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Rural Road
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Vote Yes
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Chipolte
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Chevron
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Lowes
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College Avenue
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Neon Green and Grey bus
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Baseline Animal Care
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Clinic
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Baseline Animal Clinic
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Green Motorcycle
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Colana
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Free
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Toyota
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Honda
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Nissan
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People yelling for Car Wash
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Mill Avenue
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Green & Grey Bus, 6739
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Shell Gas Station
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40
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Carleton Business Park
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Railroad Track Crossing
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High Voltage Power Lines
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Same Grey Chevrolet Truck follows for miles
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Jeep
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Chrysler
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Chevron
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Kyrene Road
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505 West
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Bus Stop
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Nails
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Hardy Drive
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Man with Safety Vest, Orange
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Walgreens
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925 Baseline Road, Tempe, Arizona
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Circle K Food Stores
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Now Leasing
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Sevilla
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Rain
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RV/Boat & Self Storage
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Bus Stop
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Darrow Drive
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McDonald's
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Jeep
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Bus Stop
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Stopped at Intersection
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Rain falls on goPro camera
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U-Haul
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Rain drop hit's camera
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hazing view
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another rain drop hits camera
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Priest Drive, To Avenida Del Yaqui
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Carl's Jr.
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Shell, Circle K
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$2.13
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Inn & Suites
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Arizona Mills South
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Christies
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Ramada
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Waffle House
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Christies Gentleman's Club
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Joe's
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I-10 West Entrance