A Hands-On Dry Camping Experience for New Nomads
🛠️ What Is the Mentoring Camp?
The Mentoring Camp will be a relaxed, friendly gathering on BLM land—much like the old in-person caravans, but with the added bonus of experienced Mentors on hand. These Mentors will be there to answer questions and share knowledge about starting the nomad lifestyle, from understanding the basics of the vehicle you’re in to figuring out how to transform it into a comfortable, livable rig. Whether you’re brand new to life on the road or looking to make your setup more functional, this camp is a chance to learn, share, and connect in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
Embarking on a nomadic lifestyle can be both exciting and overwhelming. If you’re new to dry camping (boondocking) and want to gain essential skills while building confidence in your ability to thrive on the road, Homes on Wheels Alliance (HOWA) invites you to apply to our Mentoring Camp—a hands-on Caravan designed specifically for those in their 1st year of nomadic living.
Over the course of 9 days, participants will receive mentorship, while being in a supportive community of like-minded individuals. This Caravan is tailored for those who are committed to achieving self-sufficiency, learn long-term stability, and improving their quality of life.
The intent of this program is to teach you how to not only survive but thrive on the road!
Who should apply to this Caravan?
- If your rig is registered, insured and mechanically sound for travel
- You have financial resources to travel to Pahrump, Nevada and leave area post event.
- If you are physically and mentally able to care for yourself at the event
- This Caravan is serving those in small vehicles without RV type systems. ( generators, water or sewer systems are not our forte) Cars, SUV, Truck, Cargo Trailer users
Next Caravan Dates: October 25th-November 2nd, 2025
Location: Pahrump, Nevada
When the Mentoring Camp sign-ups are ready, they will be here!
What Past Campers Are Saying
Looking forward to putting something here! This will be the first Mentoring Camp done by HOWA. Stay tuned for more info,
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