Road trip music. Workout music. Party music. Campfire music. Suffice it to say, music permeates many aspects and occasions we experience through life. Music gets us pumped up, sets a mood, and helps us pass the time when the journey would otherwise be monotonous. We’re sure you have some favorite tunes that you like to play just when you’re out camping in the RV or when you’re sitting near a cozy fire as you gaze up at the star-studded sky.
Stream music on your phone.
Phones have pretty great speakers nowadays, yet they aren’t so loud that the music reverberates across the campground. You can use your favorite music streaming app to play some tunes while you hang out at the campsite, take in some sunshine at the beach, or get dinner together.
Bring a portable speaker.
A wireless Bluetooth speaker has become a must-have item for many campers. It’s great to use as background music when there’s a crowd, such as during a progressive dinner or tailgating party. Many portable speakers are waterproof and are made to be pretty much indestructible.
Make your own music.
How many evenings over the centuries have been passed at by a fire and at the beach in song? Music is an integral part of human history, and evening seems to invite a song or two. A guitar, a fiddle, a harmonica, and a homemade drum used to be commonplace – not just for the pleasant noise, but to pass the time enjoyably amongst friends. Break out an instrument or simply use your voice. Oftentimes, people who play and sing at their campsite find themselves joined by fellow campers who want to partake in the music.
Nix the headphones.
While hiking, that is. You should focus on the scenery, be aware of your surroundings, and notice the sounds around you. These sounds good be good – a chirping bird – or bad – a hissing snake. It’s important to be alert when you’re on the trail, especially unfamiliar terrain. Plus, who can compete with the sounds of nature?
Remember your neighbors.
There is appropriate behavior and etiquette when it comes to playing music at your campsite. Keep the volume of music to a reasonable level, and don’t be blaring music when you pull into the campsite late at night or too early in the morning (tailgating may be the exception). Turn off the music, or stop the music session, when quiet hours begin at the campground, RV park, or RV resort.