Harvest Hosts

Do you have a Store where I can purchase Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome merchandise?

Do you have free RVing guides and resources?

Is Harvest Hosts a Reputable Company?

Get to know the Company behind the Harvest Hosts, Boondockers Welcome, and Escapees memberships

Who is Harvest Hosts?

What is Boondockers Welcome?

Find out what we offer that RVers are raving about

What is Harvest Hosts & Boondockers Welcome?

Can I use Harvest Hosts with RV Trip Wizard?

Get to know Harvest Hosts & Boondockers Welcome!

About Us

Will this website help me find boondocking on public land?

What is the Code of Conduct for Harvest Hosts?

Do you have the HH Code of Conduct in French

How do I find the FAQs for Harvest Hosts?

Can I stay Multiple Nights with Hosts in Harvest Hosts?

How long can I stay at a Host location?

Is there competition to get a spot at Host locations?

Do the Hosts offer electricity, water or sewer hookups?

**Are there camping fees and/or required purchases in Harvest Hosts?

**Must I buy something from the Host?

Can I Cook outside of my RV at host locations?

Do I have to drink alcohol to be a member?

If I don’t drink, can I still stay at a winery or brewery?

Are children and families welcome?

**Are pets allowed?

If I have friends traveling with me in a second vehicle, do they need to be a member of Harvest Hosts?

Do RVs traveling together each need their own separate subscription or membership?

Can I volunteer?

Do I have to play golf at your golf Hosts?

Are there rules of etiquette for members in Boondockers Welcome?

Is Boondockers Welcome only for RVers?

Can I check if a host is available and will accept me to stay before I join Boondockers Welcome?

How long can I stay at a Boondockers Welcome host location?

I'm a single woman. Is Boondockers Welcome safe?

What is the Boondockers Welcome Courtesy Contract?

What are the Stay Rules and Restrictions for Boondockers Welcome?

What is your Inclusion policy?

How does Harvest Hosts work?

What is the difference between Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome?

Why would I want to stay at a place with no facilities?

What is boondocking?

Our Memberships

Are memberships based on the calendar year (January to December) or 365 days from the date of purchase?

What do I need to know about joining or purchasing a membership?

How can I sign up for a Harvest Hosts membership?

Joining Harvest Hosts

What are the  benefits of being a Harvest Hosts or Boondockers Welcome member?

Why should I join Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome?

What do I receive when I join Harvest Hosts?

Do you have testimonies of Happy Campers?

Why Should I Join

What does "self-contained" mean and why is this a requirement for members?

What is an RV (Recreational Vehicle)? Do all types qualify for Boondockers Welcome guest privileges?

Does my RV qualify as self-contained if I carry a portable or composting toilet?

**Are tents allowed?

Do you allow Clamshell or Teardrop campers?

What type of RVs are allowed?

Do you allow Aliner A-Frame Campers?

Do you allow Hybrid Trailers and RVs?

Do homemade or custom-built RVs qualify?

Are pop-up/tent trailers allowed?

I have converted my car/pick-up truck into an RV. Can I join?

Are there age restrictions for RVs?

**Are there RV size restrictions?

Can I cook outside my RV, especially with my outdoor kitchen?

Can we join with a rented RV?

Can I use a rental or rented RV?

What do I need to know about accepted RVs?

Accepted RVs

How do I join?

What is the cost of membership?

Why can I not sign up using my email address?

How can I purchase a membership but have it start at a later date?

How do I join CampScanner?

Can I create a free account and pay for a membership later?

What are the Terms of Use?

What is the Harvest Hosts' Happy Camper Guarantee?

How do I input my address when I join HH from the UK?

Learn how to sign up for Harvest Hosts & Boondockers Welcome

Signing Up

Do you have a Harvest Hosts discount for active and former military personnel?

Can I use more than one coupon or discount on my membership?

Can I apply an advertised discount to my membership if I purchased it through the Apple App Store through the iOS version of the app?

Do you offer coupons or promotions for Harvest Hosts & Boondockers Welcome?

How do I add a coupon or promotional code when signing up?

What do I do if I did not get the discount I entered during signup?

Can I use more than one coupon or discount code on my account?

Can I add a coupon or promotional discount to my existing account?

Will my coupon expire?

**What do I need to know about Coupons and Promotions?

Coupons & Discounts

How do I purchase a Harvest Hosts Gift Certificate / Gift Membership?

How do I redeem a Gift Membership?

How do I redeem a gift code given to me by a Boondockers Welcome Host?

I purchased a Gift Membership for someone else. How do they redeem it?

Do you have Gift Certificates or Gift Memberships?

How do I redeem a Gift Membership if I already have an existing membership?

What do I need to know about purchasing a Gift Subscription?

Can I purchase a Gift Subscription for my existing membership?

Gift Memberships

Do you have a quick-start guide to using my Harvest Hosts and/or Boondockers Welcome membership?

Members

How do I get the the Member dashboard if I am a Host?

Where can I manage my Membership?

What information is required on my BW Profile in order to start Requesting Stays?

The Member Dashboard

Request - How far ahead should I request a stay with a Host?

Request - How do I request Extra Nights?

Request - How do I calculate my RV length?

Request - What are the ways to Request a Stay with a Host?

Request - How do I request a Same-Day Stay?

Request - How do I edit my Rig and Total Length?

Request - How do Extra Nights work?

Completing - Can I arrive after business hours?

Completing - How much should I spend at a Host location?

Completing - What are the parking areas like?

Completing - Can we use grills or have bonfires?

Completing - What is the No Show and Cancellation Policy?

Completing - Can I use a generator?

Completing - Can I unhook my tow vehicle?

Completing - Can I have packages or mail sent to a host location that I will be staying at?

Completing - Can I use stabilizing jacks and leveling devices?

Completing - Where do I find the Host's address after I have an approved Stay Request?

Manage - How long should I wait for a Host to respond to my Request to Stay?

Manage - How do I manage my Stay Requests?

Manage - What communications will I receive about my Stay Requests?

Everything you need to know about Stay Requests

Stay Requests

Do both Members and Hosts provide reviews?

What makes a good host review/reference?

How do I add or submit a Photo of a host location as a member?

Do Reviews & Photos need to be approved?

Where can I find references that are left for me by hosts?

Do you approve negative comments about hosts?

Where can I see Reviews for a Host?

How do I submit a host review?

Reviews & Photos

Do you have a Message Center where I can communicate with Hosts that I have a Stay Request with?

Communicating with Hosts

Where are the Member Benefits I get for being a Harvest Hosts and/or Boondockers Welcome member?

All you need to know about our Refer a Friend program

Do you have a Referral Program?

Member Perks & Discounts

Our Hosts

Can we see a map of the locations before I join?

How many Harvest Hosts are in my state?

How do I View the Golf Host locations?

How many Harvest Hosts hosts are in Canada?

Are their hosts with pickleball?

Viewing our Hosts

Where can I get information about becoming a Harvest Hosts Host?

Can we host RVers in Boondockers Welcome even if we don't have an RV?

How often do I have to welcome guests to become a Boondockers Welcome host?

Can I still register as a Boondockers Welcome Host if I have a property to share but can't host anyone for the next few months?

I operate a small campground. Can I list it as a Host location with Boondockers Welcome?

May I join as a Boondockers Welcome Host and list a public location near me where I know RV parking is permitted?

How do I offer my property to become a Boondockers Welcome host?

What about liability? Should I worry about getting sued by a Boondockers Welcome guest or a Boondockers Welcome host?

Can I be a Boondockers Welcome host if I can only offer curbside street parking?

Can I be a Host in both Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome?

Getting Started with Harvest Hosts

Become a Host

Are Hosts open all year?

How do Hosts benefit from the program?

How much notice do hosts require/how far in advance should I request a stay?

Do Boondockers Welcome Hosts charge a fee?

Can I find a long-term parking space with hosts?

Can Boondockers Welcome Hosts charge for electric or water hookups?

How much do I need to pay for hookups?

How many Hosts can accommodate my large RV?

I'm looking for a place to store my RV for a few days. May I ask hosts for storage?

Can I share a Host Location?

Do Hosts offer Hookups in Harvest Hosts?

Do Hosts add charges for overnight stays?

Are Hosts allowed to charge a deposit?

How do I Suggest or Refer a New Host Location?

How do you vet your host locations?

How do I refer a BW host?

Do Hosts allow campfires?

What are the BW Host Tiers?

Getting to know our Hosts

For our Hosts: Learn how to manage your Host Account

Host Accounts

Do Hosts have a Host's Code of Conduct?

When I give someone a BW Gift Code, how do they redeem it?

Learn general information about your Host Account

General Host Questions

I’m having trouble logging into my Harvest Hosts Account

How do I switch to my Hosting Dashboard on the website?

What types of photos are best for a Host Profile?

Host Dashboard

Getting Started - Can I have additional email addresses on my account as a Host?

Getting Started - My HH Host Location has new owners.  What do I need to do?

Requests - What are the Notifications I will receive as a Host from the Request to Stay system?