In Episode 345, Garrett Syfrett talks about full-time RVing with children

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In Episode 345, Garrett Syfrett talks about full-time RVing with children

The Workamper Show Podcast

34 minutes 30 seconds

2 months ago

In Episode 345, Garrett Syfrett talks about full-time RVing with children

Today I am talking with a father of three who, along with his wife, enjoyed RVing full-time as a family for more than six years. He has lots of advice to share.

Garrett Syfrett is a husband, father of three, video production specialist, and former full-time RV traveler.

In 2018, Garrett and his wife made the bold decision to sell their home in Washington state and hit the road with their young family in search of a more connected, experience-rich lifestyle.

They had already been homeschooling their children, so when the opportunity came for Garrett’s wife to work as a traveling nurse, they decided to turn her frequently-traveling work opportunities into a full-time family adventure.

Garrett became a stay-at-home dad who documented the family’s journey on a YouTube channel called “Diary of a Family.”

As their travels continued, Garrett expanded his skillset, trained to become a certified RV technician, and eventually started his own video production business called RV Media Creators.

Throughout their six years on the road, the Syfretts visited dozens of states and national parks while “roadschooling” their children through real-world experiences. As the family navigated the joys and challenges of RV life together, they built strong family bonds and made life-changing memories.

Garrett’s on-the-road experiences offers a wealth of insights for families considering the RV lifestyle, especially those with younger children.

He encourages families to embrace the experience, but also to go into it with their eyes wide open.

He encouraged full-time RVing families to keep their sticks-and-bricks house, if possible. The Syfretts sold their home and, when they decided to come off the road, they had to start over from scratch. Garrett said having a property to return to would have made the transition easier.

He also emphasized the importance of community and connection on the road. For his family, joining the Fulltime Families organization was instrumental. It helped their kids find friends and gave them a sense of belonging even while they were constantly on the move.

Garrett advised parents to pay close attention to their kids’ interests and personalities when deciding whether full-time RVing is a good fit.

His kids were young when they started and adapted well because they were already used to being together through homeschooling. But, families who are used to a more structured environment may need more time to adjust, he explained.

In the end, Garrett believes the full-time RVing lifestyle offered priceless lessons. His kids learned to communicate with other children as well as adults, and they got to see 85 percent of the country. Those were hands-on learning opportunities most children will never experience.

If you'd like to follow Garrett and his family’s continued adventures, visit their “Diary of a Family” YouTube channel. To connect with Garrett professionally, visit RV Media Creators or email him at rvmediacreators@gmail.com.

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