On your own

Sharon the Cat said:
Give it a try. If it doesn't suit put it down to experience.
This forum is full of supportive people, both online and in person.
If you don't give it a whirl, you will forever be wondering.

I for one would recommend a dog for both company and security. I am lucky as I also have a 6 foot plus builder bloke as well. Don't tell him he comes second to the dog.:goodluck:
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hope you dont put him on a lead and make him drink out of a bowl:scared: yes the girl should go for it ,life is to short ,i wish her good luck and happy times ahead.:camper::goodluck::fun::wave:
 
Offer of assistance

I was just wondering.... I note that there are sometimes meet and fix events but how about a meet and train event....... where short classes could be run to give individuals specific useful skills. These could be useful for both solo campers as well as duo teams, including those with pets.

I was thinking about the following:

Basic First Aid which can be adapted to likely scenarios.
Basic self defence - get away tatics rather than cage fighting level.. could also include safety awareness.
Basic fault finding on vehicle engines.
Basic fire fighting
Emergency repairs to vehicle and habitational systems (water, gas etc). ie get you home fixes.

I am more than happy to offer assistance with the first 2 on my list and can help with the remainder but I am sure there will be other better qualified members and many more with the wisdom of experience.

I guess if you know that you can cope with most situations then you wont worry so much, however I am not suggesting that there is danger around every corner just better to be prepared that's all.

Sleep well, stay safe

Chris
 
Perhaps sapper's idea could be combined with something like a fix-it event. I think it is a good idea to build up a skill set like he has suggested. I think it would boost confidence and as Vespalien has said in another thread confidence helps.
 
I'd echo what most people say...just go and do it, you won't regret it !
I started this myself 5 years ago when my wife died,
and have since travelled regularly throughout Britain and Europe

I bought a small Campervan, and without knowing much got going
-although we had frequently tent camped before, never had a camper
-not too hard to put up !

I often wonder whether it's easier for women, than men...probably much the same

I find on campsites you're frequently left 'alone'as most are couples/families

I now find myself wilding more and more, and as everyone says, you soon get used to it..
and I've never had a problem
I walk,climb and bike, so frequently am in more remote terrain - beautiful

I don't have a pet... I write and publish a blog, so have the world for company...
-even if they don't all speak to me

If you don't try it you'll regret it
If you do you won't !

Keep smiling and have fun
 
I think the sane as most. GO FOR IT. I know that if (god help me) I would be doing what you are thinking of doing. My wife and I have had some really great times in our motorhome especially since the children grew up and presented us with problems which were nothing to do with us and could only be solved by themselves.
Sorry about that !
What I am trying to say is that your partner will be with you all the way. God Bless You, and good luck.
Most folks on this site are genuine and will always help. In fact, as you probably remember from your caravanning days, all "campers" have the "help gene" built in.
 
As others say, using a small campsite or joining some like-minded wildcampers from here might be a good way to get started (there's no rule to say that you EVER have to wildcamp on your own if you don't enjoy it, just see how you feel). And good luck with everything!

Brian the snail said:
I would suggest watching the forum for the next solo's meet and try to hire and attend the meet, you will learn an amazing amount by meeting like minded folks who will be falling over them selves to help.
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Good advice, but if you go to a ladies-only meet, that may not be the main reason why they're falling over themselves! :):cheers::):)
 
vindiboy said:
Lots of solo Ladies out in Caravans Tents and Motorhomes,so you would soon meet like minded people.I recomend that you join the Camping and Caravan Club who have a Companions section,not a dating group or anything like that but just people who are single for whatever reason.This way you will get lots of help and encouragement on the field and company untill you are ready to go out wild on your own,very good luck to you.
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C & C C don't have a "Companions section" - I think you mean the New Companions? The New Companions Club organise and run rallies throughout the year for their members to enjoy. Many rallies are held on Caravan Club sites. See New Companions

There's also the Phoenix Camping Club - The Phoenix Camping Club | Camping and Caravanning
 
dippingatoe said:
Well - I am not sure as yet how it will work out, but if you want to follow my travels its The World is my Lobster - The World is my Lobster

All being well I am starting tomorrow, or if not then within two or three days

Its my very first ever motorhome, and I shall be travelling with my dog.
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Hi Sue I have been following you( its wendy from the garden) well done so far I love reading your page glad you found your way here hope the lakes are giving
you a nice break...
:have fun:
 
dippingatoe said:
Well - I am not sure as yet how it will work out, but if you want to follow my travels its The World is my Lobster - The World is my Lobster

All being well I am starting tomorrow, or if not then within two or three days

Its my very first ever motorhome, and I shall be travelling with my dog.
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sapper said:
I was just wondering.... I note that there are sometimes meet and fix events but how about a meet and train event....... where short classes could be run to give individuals specific useful skills. These could be useful for both solo campers as well as duo teams, including those with pets.

I was thinking about the following:

Basic First Aid which can be adapted to likely scenarios.
Basic self defence - get away tatics rather than cage fighting level.. could also include safety awareness.
Basic fault finding on vehicle engines.
Basic fire fighting
Emergency repairs to vehicle and habitational systems (water, gas etc). ie get you home fixes.

I am more than happy to offer assistance with the first 2 on my list and can help with the remainder but I am sure there will be other better qualified members and many more with the wisdom of experience.

I guess if you know that you can cope with most situations then you wont worry so much, however I am not suggesting that there is danger around every corner just better to be prepared that's all.

Sleep well, stay safe

Chris
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I for 1 like the sound of this any help for those new to traveling would be great
 
Good thinking Runnach. I was wondering why she hadn't liked or responded to any of the posts! Oh well, she's got a treat in store when she does! ;)
 
wendywo said:
Hi Sue I have been following you( its wendy from the garden) well done so far I love reading your page glad you found your way here hope the lakes are giving
you a nice break...
:have fun:
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Yes the stay by Coniston Water was lovely and really relaxing, I am back at Signature in Wolverhampton hopefully my scooter lift will be fitted and finished tomorrow them off towards the Shetlands if we can get that far

:raofl:
 
be brave

I have a partner he is a member of a tin figure society and often is away at meets here and abroad. When he is away I go off in the camper van on my own. We have 2dogs but I leave them at home with our sons as I cannot walk them on my own due to disability when I started going alone I always stayed on campsite I now wild camp on my own without any problems. I am in the AA as other members have said it is nice to know that if I break down I can get me and my 16 year old T4 home or to a garage. Go for it as regrets are the sadest thing.
 
Hi Campervanannie admire you for wild camping. Haven't done it by myself yet. Just noticed you're in Bradford! Me too....and I have a t4 .....whereabouts are you? :banana:
 
Am in Heaton, not far from the park. If you want to pm me and we can meet up and compare vans over a coffee? :D
 
Here,s the thing Carol I have driven my various vans all over this fabulous country of ours from John o groats to lands end and everywhere in between I know sh--loads about camping and wild camping but when it comes to the techy stuff like private messaging have,t a flipping clue don,t even know how to upload photos so feel free to pm me.
 
Hi the best thing I did when I parted from my husband was to buy a Tom Tom from Fairytooth who is a member of this site, he has been so good with sorting out problems that I have had with maps etc.
I am in Morocco now and I have used the Tom Tom all over Europe, GREAT!!
Bambi2
 
We have some amazing women on here that travel alone and if you come along to one of our meets even for the day they will inspire you.

You really would be made welcome and there are always single members at every meet.
 
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