Way back in the 1960s, my family was camping with my grandfather (I don't remember where, but it was in California) and someone walked off with his Coleman lantern.
Since then, keeping the above in mind, I don't leave anything out overnight that's of any major value. I haven't had any theft problems as a result.
Campground nighttime theft is the topic of an article this morning at RV Travel.
They begin it with:
We were happy to welcome a “newbie RVer” to the campfire last night. His enthusiasm seemed to roll off him in waves! He’s beginning his full-time adventure in a previously loved (i.e., pre-owned) travel trailer. “Newbie” is a single guy who recently landed a “work from home” job. Only now it’s a “work from RV” job because this guy can’t wait to continue his travels. He’s really excited, but he has questions… and one big, disturbing question about nighttime theft.
The important question
One question prompted vigorous discussion. “What do you do with your lawn chairs, coolers, and BBQ grill at night?” That’s what “Newbie” wanted to know. I sneaked a peek at others gathered around the fire. The question seemed to take most of us by surprise.
To read more, go here.
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