If you Workamp in more than one state during the year, tax season can feel confusing. Each state has its own income tax laws, and […]
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Workamper News is a membership organization, started in 1987, that created, defined, and trademarked the term “Workamper.” Simply stated, a Workamper is anyone that does any kind of work while living in an RV. Our mission is to help RVers connect with job opportunities all over the United States with ease and support.
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The Most Powerful Job Search Tool for Workampers
updated September 2025 Workampers have more job options than ever before, but finding the right one can be overwhelming. That’s why we created the most […]
Workamping Tips for Beginners: Advice from Experienced RVers
The Workamping community is full of people who want to help. RVers are generous with their knowledge, and seasoned Workampers are always ready to share […]
Top 5 Reasons to Be a Workamper
Workamping is doing any kind of part-time or full-time work while living in your RV. It’s that simple – and it covers a huge variety […]
RV Chaplains: How Workampers Are Bringing Faith to the Open Road
By Workamper Chaplain Robert N. Ruesch In the early days of American history, pastors rode on horseback from one church to another. These “circuit rider […]
Workampers Save the Day at NTCC During Historic Texas Winter Storm
When disaster strikes, community spirit shines brightest. That was certainly true at Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC), where a team of Workamper volunteers stepped up […]
Workamping in 2021: Full Speed Ahead
After a year of uncertainty, 2021 marked a turning point for the RV and Workamping world. While many industries struggled to regain footing after the […]
How to Make the Most of the Workamper Resume Builder
Updated October 2025 Your Workamper Resume is one of the best tools available to help you find your next great Workamping position. Knowing what employers […]
Workamper News’ 200th Issue Features Solos & USACE Projects
The November/December 2020 issue of Workamper News Magazine marked an exciting milestone – our 200th issue! This special edition shines a spotlight on two key […]
Workamping with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
For over 20 years, Workamper News has been the trusted resource of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects to advertise for and recruit […]
Our Sensational South Dakota Experience: Workamping at Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2016 issue of Workamper News magazine, which featured Workamping in South Dakota. Each year, thousands of Workampers spend […]
Workamping in Your 70s: Barbara Alpher’s Inspiring Solo RV Journey
This story is adapted from an episode of The Workamper Show podcast. Listen to the full interview on our website or through your favorite podcast […]
Workamping at Northeast Texas Community College
A great opportunity awaits you! Here at Workamper News, we get a lot of questions from a lot of Workampers. We decided to ask our […]
Workamping For Amusement Parks
This story first appeared in the November/December 2015 issue of Workamper News magazine, part of our “Workamping in America’s Amusement Parks” feature series. Among the […]
Solo Women Living the Workamping Lifestyle: Stories from the Road
This article is from the March/April 2018 issue of Workamper News magazine which was dedicated to Solo Workampers! Members have access to this issue in […]
Workamping in Alaska: Adventure, Jobs, and the Ultimate Road Trip North
For many RVers, Alaska isn’t just another stop – it’s the dream destination. The call of the wild, endless summer daylight, towering peaks, and abundant […]
The Workamper Show Podcast: Inspiring RVers to Live, Work, and Travel
The Workamper Show podcast brings the stories of RVers, Employers, and lifestyle experts directly to your ears each week. Hosted by Greg Gerber, longtime RV […]
FAQs of Workamping: What It Is, Who Does It, and How It Works
Workamping can mean many things depending on who you ask, but one thing’s for sure: it’s a lifestyle built around freedom, adventure, and meaningful work. […]
How to Downsize for RV Life: 5 Steps to Lighten Your Load and Gain Freedom
One of the biggest hurdles to hitting the road full-time isn’t learning how to tow, drive, or back into a campsite – it’s figuring out […]
First-Time Workampers Review Their Experience: Volunteering at the Finland Minnesota Historical Society
Workamping for the first time is full of learning curves, memorable encounters, and new adventures. In this story from the September/October 2019 issue of Workamper […]
Helping People See America…One Job at a Time
Workamping isn’t just about earning a paycheck – it’s about creating a lifestyle of freedom, adventure, and purpose. Every day, Workampers across the country are […]
A Workamping Experience to Remember: Helping at a South Dakota Bed & Breakfast
Workamping isn’t always about cleaning campsites or managing RV parks. For some, it’s about finding extraordinary places and people while still enjoying the RV lifestyle. […]
The SPASM Tour: Volunteering Through Washington on the Road to Alaska
Workamping can take you to incredible places, but not every journey has to follow the same north-south routine. After nearly a decade of full-time RVing, […]
How RVers Can Volunteer for Disaster Relief: Join the RV Disaster Corps
When disaster strikes, RVers are in a unique position to help. With self-contained homes on wheels, they can bring relief to communities in crisis without […]
Volunteering at Caesar Creek Lake: A Workamper’s Guide to Giving Back with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Every year, thousands of RVers volunteer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), helping maintain parks, educate visitors, and protect natural resources. One of […]
Workamping Today: How the RV Work Lifestyle Has Evolved and Expanded
Workamping has come a long way since the early days of retirees hosting campsites in exchange for an RV site. Today, it encompasses a diverse […]
Inside the Workamping Life: Stories from Our Community
Workamping looks different for everyone – from managing campgrounds to maintaining trails, greeting guests, or helping at visitor centers. We asked members of our community […]
Workamping at the Dam: A Season Inside Branson’s Dewey Short Visitor Center
At Workamper News, we love hearing about the unique and memorable jobs our community discovers while traveling. While many Workamping positions are based in campgrounds […]
Volunteering with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers | Workamping at Greers Ferry Lake
Workamping isn’t just about campgrounds – many Workampers lend their time and skills to projects that make a lasting impact on America’s public lands. One […]
Workamping in the Rockies | Volunteering at YMCA’s Snow Mountain Ranch
Workamping isn’t limited to campgrounds and RV parks – many organizations welcome RVers to join their teams in exchange for a site and other perks. […]