Leave Ordinary Days Behind
Begin RVing America Sooner, Not Later
Don't be one who says,
"Would of. Could of. Should of."
We care about you. Come along with us to join the ranks of tens of thousands of other Dreamers we've helped begin this lifestyle successfully and with an ability to make wise decisions that allow them to experience more miles for less cost.
You Can Live a Life of Freedom in an RV
How It Works:
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Go through soft elements to help you get aligned with your dream of the freedom to travel where you want, when you want, for as long as you want.
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Grow your "RV IQ" as we take you through the hard elements of the lifestyle.
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Use the knowledge you have gained to confidently say RVing is for you (or not for you). And take action!
Experiences so far -
Dreamer's Journey Changed My Life!
Lynn Hupp
I didn't know how much 12 weeks would change my life! I went from being a "some day I'd like to get out and Workamp" to now chomping at the bit to not only ...
Read MoreI didn't know how much 12 weeks would change my life! I went from being a "some day I'd like to get out and Workamp" to now chomping at the bit to not only Workamp, but my additional goal is to become a Level 2 RV Inspector and make money while fulltime RVing! I can't thank the Workamper/NRVTA staff enough for their encouragement, inspiration and jam-packed informational videos. They truly want you to succeed in this new life adventure and they give you the tools to do so. They are always happy to answer questions via phone, email or webinar. Thank you all so much for all you do!
Read LessAppreciate the effort to help newbies
Donna Bollinger
Thank u for all you efforts and knowledge you enjoy your job and it shows ,greatly appreciated.
Thank u for all you efforts and knowledge you enjoy your job and it shows ,greatly appreciated.
Read LessDreaming
Steve MacDonough
The program does a great job of helping you recognize the potential of Workamping and provides details on how to reach your goals. I especially enjoyed the s...
Read MoreThe program does a great job of helping you recognize the potential of Workamping and provides details on how to reach your goals. I especially enjoyed the small business discussions and how it could fit in the overall plans. Several pieces of the puzzle are coming together and will help achieve the dream.
Read LessPractical advice
Amy Reynolds
Very concrete, practical advice to set you up for a successful Workamping journey. Not just about the RV lifestyle, but also about the other aspects of your...
Read MoreVery concrete, practical advice to set you up for a successful Workamping journey. Not just about the RV lifestyle, but also about the other aspects of your life.
Read LessExporing the Site
Karen Alleman
VERY informative. In order of presentation I think this should actually be Class 1. I learned a lot and will be going to the dashboard and performing a few...
Read MoreVERY informative. In order of presentation I think this should actually be Class 1. I learned a lot and will be going to the dashboard and performing a few entries and searches now that I am aware of all the things that are out there and the things I can do. Class was cut short 15 min due to technical difficulties, but the "meat" of the class was covered thoroughly.
Read LessBeginning a new lifestyle is scary...
There's a lot to learn. When we're overwhelmed or intimidated by something, it's easy to revert to our comfort zone and just push it out of our minds saying, "I'll do it later."
But when is "later?" This activity created by fear isn't going to enable you to explore the places you've always wanted to see...to spend the summer playing with your grandkids who live on the other side of the country...to put your skills to use and share your value with others.
Even if you're already exploring this new lifestyle, with the internet and social media today, it's hard to know where to turn for trustworthy information from real people who have actually "walked the walk." As the founders of the Workamping community, we employ and have built relationships with experts whose passion is to help you get what you want.
The Dreamer's Journey is a roadmap to your possible future. When you take this Journey, you will be embracing a GPS into the RVing lifestyle (consider our instructors your “RVing Alexa”). It may even lead you to the decision that RVing may not be right for you, but at least you’ll be comfortable with that.
Some people feel like they can embark on this new adventure all on their own. At Workamper News, we have seen the difference in success between those who have taken the time and made the effort towards educating themselves and those who felt there were okay just floating by the seat of their pants.
Put yourself in the "successful" category by investing in a relationship with a team that will get you where you want to go.
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***Each video is 30-90 minutes long providing great detail and information to help you be successful and prepared!***
Roadmap Series
12 hours of video
In the Roadmap series, you will be introduced to multiple RVing industry professionals providing knowledge regarding the hard elements and soft elements of making the transition into the RV lifestyle.
Hard elements we cover include:
- choosing the right RV
- timeline for beginning RVing
- do you keep your house or not
- what is, and how to select, a domicile
- options for funding your lifestyle
- operating a business from the road
- the tools for Workamping
You will also be introduced to equally important soft elements through our partnership with the Zig Ziglar Corporation. These soft elements will assist you in your goal setting and your dream management.
Soft elements we go through include:
- goal setting
- maximizing your individual assets
- building the best you
- how to build winning relationships
- positive mindset
Dreamer Bonus Series
30 hours of video
A variety of aspects of the RV & Workamping life are covered in our Dreamer Bonus section.
Dreamer Bonus videos include:
- Workamping opportunities around the U.S.
- budgeting
- health insurance options for RVers
- understanding and maintaining your RV
- understanding your "why"
- why rent before you buy
- RV electrical systems
- getting connected to the right resources in the RV community
- getting your mail, vehicle registration, voting
- technology for RVers
- how to find a Workamping job
- RV safety
- Personal safety on the road
- Best practices in your RV
- Interviews with Workampers
- RVing to Alaksa
- RV insurance
- Best apps for trip routing
- How to find the best RV parks/campgrounds
- Interviewing for Workamping jobs
- Boondocking
- Solo RVing
- Creating a Workamper resume
- Earning money on the road
- Making a good first impression
- and more!
Q&A
8 hours of video
You will begin to develop questions as you take this Journey. For 10 months, we hosted a live Q&A webinar with Dreamer's Journey students. Listen in to hear answers to their questions - which may be the same questions you have!
The monthly, live webinar sessions were discontinued due to lack of attendance. Dreamer's Journey students are welcome to contact the Workamper News Team at any time and as often as needed with any questions for a quick response. No more waiting for the monthly Q&A webinar!
I'm Ready - Let's Get Started!
Just a minimal investment of $29.95 for 90 days access!
Instructors
Workamper News President & Director of Possibilities
Steve Anderson
Steve and his bride of 38 years, Kathy Jo, purchased Workamper News in 2005. Prior to that, Steve was the HR Director at Adventureland Amusement Park in Iowa, where he developed one of the larger, more successful Workamper programs in the U.S. Over the past 15 years, Steve has developed numerous new programs and continues to be an advocate for education, which stems from his 7 years of teaching high school right out of college. In 2019, Steve became a Ziglar Legacy Certified Trainer. Steve has helped to develop RV maintenance education programs and the RV inspection industry. These ventures took Steve & Kathy Jo across America in their motorhome over 3 years. Steve & Kathy Jo are co-owners of the Texan RV Park & Campus and the National RV Training Academy and the Big Red School House in Athens, TX.
CEO of Ziglar, Inc.
Tom Ziglar
Tom is the proud son of Zig Ziglar and the CEO of Ziglar, Inc. He joined the Zig Ziglar Corporation in 1987 and climbed from working in the warehouse to sales, to management, and then onto leadership. Today, he speaks around the world; hosts The Ziglar Show, one of the top-ranked business podcasts; and carries on the Ziglar philosophy; “ You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” He and his wife, Chachis, have one daughter and reside in Plano, Texas.
Chickery’s Travels
Sean & Julie Chickery
Sean and Julie are a couple of perpetual travelers who have been living and traveling full-time in their fifth wheel since 2014. After serving 20 years in the US Air Force, they knew they wanted to keep moving and experience even more of this beautiful nation. They have an informational website chickerystravels.com and YouTube channel, have authored a book on the financial aspects of full-time travel called Full-Time RV Finance, and conducted seminars related to RV travel and budgeting at RV shows across the country. Their goal is to help others prepare financially for the RV lifestyle and share the tips they used to become debt-free in just two years.
Additional Instructors
The Texas RV Professor
Terry Cooper
Cooper has been called “America’s RV Expert.” He is a master-certified RV technician, a licensed insurance claims adjuster, a college instructor, and has also developed multiple businesses around providing RV maintenance education and services. Cooper and his wife, Lady E, own Mobile RV Academy – a technical training school for RV technicians and RV consumers.
Terry & Evada Cooper are co-owners with Steve and Kathy Jo Anderson of the Texan RV Park & Campus. They are also owners/board members of the National RV Training Academy and the Big Red School House in Athens, TX.
Attorney/CPA
Mark Kohler
Mark is an attorney, CPA, entrepreneur, best-selling author, national speaker, radio show host, news contributor, and pundit. He is known as the nations’ leading voice for entrepreneurs and small business owners, having taught thousands of people how to take control of their financial future and steer their business to success, through his powerful business, tax, and legal strategies.
Partner at Loring & Associates
Susie Adams
Susie is a Texas licensed attorney, having been licensed for 35 years. She is a partner at Loring & Associates, located in Livingston, TX. They cater to the full-time RVing world as their office is in the headquarters of Escapees RV Club. Therefore, they understand the lifestyle and special concerns of full-time RVers, including creating domiciles, creating estate plans, creating corporate structures, and even dealing with defective products and Texas lemon laws. As a recovering litigator, she has experience in civil litigation, immigration, and employment law.
Additional Instructors
Henley's Happy Trails
Levi & Natalie Henley
Levi and Natalie Henley Workamp around the country in their 26-foot motorhome with two cats. They have been on the road and making a living Workamping since 2014 with no plans to stop soon. They are always browsing Workamper News for fun, unique jobs that take them places they would like to see. Along with writing for RV magazines, they also share their experiences and RV-related tips on their own blog at henleyshappytrails.com as well as videos on their YouTube Channel, also called Henley’s Happy Trails. Be sure to check out their new book - Seasonal Workamping for a Living - available now from Amazon.com (digital & paperback).
Workamper News Executive Director
Jody Duquette
After graduating college in 2006 with a graphic journalism degree, Jody moved down to Arkansas to begin work for Workamper News - a family business; Jody is Steve & Kathy Jo’s daughter. Jody is the Executive Director at WKN. She is in charge of creating Workamper News magazine, along with overseeing the team and operations, marketing, media design, and more. The best part of her job is interacting with Workampers (and future Workampers) like you! Jody and her husband, Luke, have been RVing since 2012. The couple were full-time RVers for about four years in a fifth wheel - traveling the country and enjoying new places with their cats and dual-sport motorcycles. After taking a break on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state, the couple acquired a Class C to explore Alaska and more easily visit their spread-out family.
NRVTA Co-Owner & Administrator
Evada Cooper
Evada Cooper is the Office Administrator for the National RV Training Academy - overseeing billing, invoicing, and acting as a Student Advisor. As co-owner of the Texan RV Park – she lives on-site working in the day-to-day operations. Also known as, “Lady E Cooper”, she provides educational seminars at rallies, RV shows and other venues on ‘RV Kitchens – How does it all work.’ A past restaurant owner of 15 years - a full-time RV for over 10 years – married to Terry Cooper – mother of 2 grown daughters, Stephanie and Gina.
Additional Instructors
TechnoRV
Eric & Tami Johnson
We are fulltime RVers, and we test and use all the products that we offer on our site. TechnoRV has been in business since 2009. We supply leading RV technology products to enhance the RV lifestyle. Our home base (when we are not on the road) is Mobile, Alabama, and our office and warehouse is also in Mobile. Our business model is built on educating our customers before the sale, providing great prices and an efficient purchase process, and finally supporting our products after the sale. Our model is based on “Learn Here. Buy Here. Get Support Here.” In addition to our online business, we attend several RV rallies every year, so we can stay in touch with the RV community and to be available for our customers in person.
Director of Operations & Marketing
Shannon Anderson
Shannon Anderson is the Workamper News Director of Operations & Marketing. Shannon has been with Workamper News for over six years helping Workampers and Employers - new and experienced. She is passionate about helping you succeed.
Nomad Insurance Group
Kyle Henson
Kyle Henson is the creator of the first (and wildly popular) health insurance website for RVers. He sold that website in 2017 and has launched Nomad Insurance Group to provide a more personalized experience and to reach other Digital Nomads and global travelers. He has been full-time RVing in the US with his wife and daughter since 2011 and a health insurance broker for 20 years. When he is not RVing, you'll probably find him roaming through the some remote backcountry with a backpack.
Additional Instructor(s)
Geeks On Tour
Jim & Chris Guld
Jim and Chris Guld are Geeks Who Teach. They’ve both been in the Computer Training and Support industry since the early 80s. Now they live fulltime in a motorhome and tour the country presenting Technology Seminars at RV Rallies, Computer Clubs, and even people’s homes. Chris wrote the book on Google Photos. Google Maps is their #1 smartphone app, and they can teach you how to make your own travelog website with Blogger.
Office Manager
Ray Moshola
National insurance agency - licensed in all 50 states. American Adventure Insurance traces its roots back about 30 years when we began writing RV policies locally through dealerships in Southern California. Today, Motorhome, Travel Trailer, Motorcycle & ATV, Boat & Personal Watercraft owners take advantage of our ability to find great deals on insurance from top insurance companies. Our licensed insurance agents are well versed in adventure vehicle insurance, and can help you decide on the right insurance coverage for your situation. Because we represent the top insurance companies, we save you time and can help get you a great rate, too!
Outdoorsy RV Rentals
Everyone should have the access, choice and opportunity to get outdoors. With over a billion days of available RVs inventory, we realized we could make a difference in helping people access the world outside.
We don’t own a fleet of identical, anonymous RVs that have seen millions of miles. We’re a peer-to-peer marketplace. We connect RV owners with other campers like them who want the experience RVing without ownership.
We’re the most comprehensive platform for outdoor travelers to rent stylish awesome RVs in the nation. Our selection spans vintage Airstreams, toy haulers, fifth wheelers, Class A, B, and C of RVs, as well as garden variety trailers and motorhomes.
Believe That You Can RV America!
Take the Dreamer's Journey to find out if this is the right dream for you.
Everyone starts where you are – saying, “I don’t know anything about RVing.”
The Dreamer's Journey will provide the knowledge and confidence you need.
For over three decades, Workamper News has been guiding folks just like you to experience RVing freedom and how to pay their way.
You may not think you could ever afford to own an RV and travel. Though there is an investment up front for equipment, you’ll learn how to earn money while you travel to reduce or pay all your travel costs.
You might be thinking...what if you take this entire journey, and then decide it isn’t for you?
Isn’t it a win-win either way?
You made an informed decision about one of your dreams.
The freedom that RVing can provide you is hard to put into words - whether it's seeing your family more, checking items off your bucket list, or spending time in places you only got to enjoy for a weekend before.
You have a dream to travel! You think you want to do it in an RV! Don’t you owe it to yourself to learn enough to make an informed decision about your dream?
The Dreamer's Journey is your roadmap to the knowledge you need to take action!
JOIN NOW
FAQ
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Who is the "we" putting on this course?
Workamper News (Workamper.com) - the creator of the term "Workamping/Workcamping" and founder of this industry. We've been helping RVers and the businesses that employ them since 1987. While we do offer many helpful tools for RVers to find jobs around the U.S., our big focus is on education - to help people live the lifestyle smarter, not harder.
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How long is this course?
As long as you need it to be. The Dreamer's Journey is an ongoing, online series and community. The longer you stay involved, the more opportunity you will have to get your questions answered and grow! For $29.95, you receive 90 days of access. Just renew to continue your Journey!
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When does/did this course start?
The beauty of The Dreamer's Journey is that you can start any time! There's no time like the present, of course. The videos included were recorded throughout February - November 2020.
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If I have a partner/spouse, do we both need to join?
A household is welcome to share one subscription/login. You may want to both join if you would like to each track your own progress through the different sections of the Dreamer's Journey.
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Do I have to be a member of Workamper News (Workamper.com) to participate?
Nope! But we sure appreciate if you are. : )
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Is Dreamer's Journey included with my Workamper News membership?
The Dreamer's Journey is not included with any level of Workamper News (Workamper.com) membership. While we talk about Workamping in some of our videos, the main goal of the Journey is to help those who have not started RVing yet better understand the lifestyle and how to get started in it. Most of the experts that we brought on board to share their knowledge are not part of the Workamper News staff, which is another reason it is not included as a membership benefit. Current Workamper News membership benefits are numerous and valued well over the current yearly fees.
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What is the investment to be part of the Journey?
The cost is $29.95 for 90 days (3 months) and your access begins immediately upon joining. You can watch all of the videos an unlimited number of times, and review any handouts and content that the instructors included with their presentations. Each video is 30-90+ minutes in length. There is no end date to The Dreamer's Journey. You can participate for as long as you need to get through the information you want or need to learn about to make the decision on if RVing is right for you, and if it is, then to start the lifestyle successfully and with confidence.
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Is this a live course?
Students who were enrolled in the Dreamer's Journey in February 2020 - November 2020 were able to participate in live webinars. These webinars were recorded and the recordings now make up the massive library of videos you'll find here.
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What is the refund/cancellation policy?
You may request a full refund within the first 3 days of your enrollment by sending an email to support@workamper.com or calling 800-446-5627 [M-F, 8-4 CT]. No full or pro-rated refunds will be provided after that. There is no automatic recurring payment. Once your 90 days of access ends, you will no longer be able to access the content here on the Dreamer's Journey website. If you have decided you no longer want or need to use the resources here in the Dreamer's Journey, you are welcome to send an email to support@workamper.com requesting to be removed and we can take care of that for you. We will close up your student account on this website and make sure you are turned off from receiving future email communications.