ECC Podcast Episode 8 - Vanlife Equipment - Brake Controller Safety - 4 Boys And A Caravan - Fire To Fork

11/07/23 • 30 min

On Episode 8 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we take the mystery out of brake controllers and how they can keep you safe on the road, as well as catch up with Tom from 4 Boys And A Caravan.

We head to Queensland’s ECCParks/FamilyParks Cardwell Van Park, on the Cassowary Coast in far North Queensland near the magnificent Hinchinbrook Channel and Island.

Charlie Graham talks what is new in the Vanlife segment, and may be of interest to traders who have a van.

Charlie talks about the Q-Box, which provides vanlifers or tradies with a portable easy to use fold up bed, myCOOLMAN fridge and kitchenette area and storage to help you enjoy your holiday. The Q-Box is available on Everything Caravan & Canmping.

Caravan Park Confessions hears a story about an eager camper who didn’t quite make it past the entry gate of a local park. Make sure you tune in for this one.

Host Scott Hillier catches up with our friend Tom from 4 Boys and A Caravan.

Tom and his family have been on the road since 2018, after quitting their jobs and selling up the family home, and while it hasn’t been all smooth sailing, the family wouldn’t have it any other way than living on the road full time.

Harry Fisher of Fire To Fork gives campers some suggestions on essential sauces and oils to pack on your next trip and lets out the secret on his special Traffa recipe – one his Mum use to cook for him as a kid.

Harry explains how to cook the potatoes, bacon and cheese as well as a little extra that will add even more flavour to your dish.

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We head to Queensland’s ECCParks/FamilyParks Cardwell Van Park, on the Cassowary Coast in far North Queensland near the magnificent Hinchinbrook Channel and Island.

Charlie Graham talks what is new in the Vanlife segment, and may be of interest to traders who have a van.

Caravan Park Confessions hears a story about an eager camper who didn’t quite make it past the entry gate of a local park. Make sure you tune in for this one.

Host Scott Hillier catches up with our friend Tom from 4 Boys and A Caravan.

Harry explains how to cook the potatoes, bacon and cheese as well as a little extra that will add even more flavour to your dish.

Don't forget to sign up to the Everything Caravan & Camping newsletter and receive a special 10% off discount code when you shop at www.everythingcaravancamping.com.au

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ECC Pocast Episode 7 - Fireman Ron & Di - Packing Your Caravan Correctly - Brazilian Inspired Steak Cut

On Episode 7 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we talk about why you shouldn’t pack everything including the kitchen sink in your van for your own safety, and we catch up with Fireman Ron & Di about their amazing adventures.

Dave Lewis from Weight Check explains what new caravan shoppers need to look out for to ensure they can pack their caravan correctly.

We head to Queensland’s ECCParks/FamilyParks Mudjimba Beach Holiday Park, known as a park for those that want a proper camping experience close to the water and only a stones throw away from all the essential holiday experiences.

Charlie Graham drops in to talk about a very new exciting range of blinds to suit campers and vanlifers – Voos Blinds – which are set to revolutionize the Australian market.

Caravan Park Confessions turns it up a notch with an incident that takes place in a disabled toilet. Maybe best to ensure the kids aren’t around when listening to this yarn.

Fireman Ron & Di who joined us earlier this year on the What’s Up Downunder ECC Trip Of A Lifetime have some fabulous travel stories to tell which are sure to make you want to pack the caravan and head on the road as soon as possible.

Harry Fisher of Fire To Fork provides campers with a Brazilian influence steak cut that is sure to impress with a recipe guaranteed to have your family and friends wanting more.

According to Harry it can also be significantly cheaper that other steak cuts.

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ECC Podcast Episode 9 - Off Road Adventures - Fixing An Overweight Caravan - Fire To Fork Biltong

On Episode 9 of the Everything Caravan & Camping -ECC Podcast, we go off road with Charlie Graham talking about his adventures with 4WDTV, and we answer the question of can you fix an overweight caravan.

Dave Lewis from the Weight and Towing Masterclass provides some essential tips and tricks on how you can be weight compliant.

Host Scott Hillier chats to Charlie Graham about a recent trip to the magnificent Flinders Rangers, with Simon Christie from 4WDTV and discovers a magnificent ECCPark on his trip, as well as provides some essentials to take on a trip to keep you and the family safe.

Caravan Park Confessions – kids block your ears, uncovers some laundry lovers.

Scott Hillier catches up with ECC Podcast listener, Queenslander Michael Bryant, who chats about his solo trip to Darwin, in his 20 foot sunseeker offroad caravan and RAM 3500.

Michael has a unique set up in his truck that is sure to provide listeners with some new ideas to have in their own vehicle including an ice machine!!

Master cook Harry Fisher from Fire to Fork answers listener questions on cooking items you must take on a short trip which won’t take up too much room in your vehicle or caravan.

Harry unveils a great rump recipe – Biltong – and some essential ingredients to guarantee the family taste buds will be salivating.

We head to Mooloolaba Beach Holiday Park – the newest park on the Queensland Sunshine Coast, and discover why you need to book this ECCPark on your next adventure.

It has been completely rebuilt with new infrastructure, has 59 sites, and is situated right on the beach, and within an easy stroll to some of the most amazing restaurants and bars the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

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