Owner Spotlight

The Uden Family - Cat, Neil, 2 boys, and a dog named Holly

From

Broward County Florida

Year and Make of your Happier Camper?

HC1 delivered to us in January 2022

What’s your tow vehicle?

Currently an old Honda Odyssey, but we hope to switch to a hybrid soon!

Why did you buy a Happier Camper?

Let's face it, it's the cutest. I had always wanted a camper, and since we weren't traveling much during the pandemic, we were able to pay off our debt and finally order one. I had been eyeing the HC1 for a long time. Not only was it the cutest camper I'd ever seen, it seemed like a great entry-level camper for someone who has zero experience towing anything. Before this, we were tent campers for many years.

Tell us about your camper

I have a turquoise and white HC1 with the lifted off road kit, as well as the off-grid solar package with off-grid air conditioning. We did not opt for the kitchen package because we already had cooking supplies. We ordered the bunk bed option because we are a family of 4.

What are your favorite HC features?

We LOVE the retro look! We also chose it because it's small enough to fit in a parking space, only about 1500 pounds, and the only camper with the Adaptiv system. Being in hot and humid south Florida, it is so nice to have a camper I can use off-grid with air conditioning any time during the year. My husband likes serving breakfast and drinks on the outside bar. I love that you can take everything out and sweep/hose it down. The back hatch is a great feature, too.

Best camping trip you’ve taken with your Happier Camper?

We have only owned the camper 5 months, so we haven't had very many trips. However, one of the best trips I've taken was a 5 day Florida state parks trip just me and my dog. It was the first time I towed by myself, and it was very successful. I went to 3 state parks that I've never gone to before- Myakka River State Park, HIghland Hammock State Park, and Lake Manatee State Park. Looking forward to many more adventures.

What’s your next planned camping trip?

We plan to tow the camper to Acadia National Park in Maine! It will be the first trip with all 4 family members, and we'll also bring the dog.

What camping destination is on your bucket list?

Once we get a hybrid tow vehicle, I hope to drive the camper out west and explore some western states.

Any advice for new owners?

When hitching up your camper, do the lift test twice. Make sure you're hitched up properly. Double check everything. Take a walk around the camper and make sure you didn't forget to do anything.