24. Turning Passion into Profession with Melanie Garrido of Four Wheel Campers

In this episode, we chat with Melanie Garrido from Four Wheel Campers—a true adventurer whose journey from childhood camping trips to working for one of the most iconic pop-up truck camper brands is both inspiring and relatable. Melanie shares how her love for the outdoors and passion for adventure led her to discover Four Wheel Campers, embark on two years of full-time travel in her own camper, and ultimately join the company’s sales and marketing team. 

With the unique perspective of an owner-turned-employee, Melanie offers invaluable tips and insights into choosing the right camper, maximizing its features, and embracing the unexpected joys of RVing. From unforgettable road trips to customizing her trusty 2017 Hawk rollover couch camper, Melanie’s story is a must-listen for adventurers and RV enthusiasts.

Episode Guest

In 2018, Melanie sold everything she had to travel the country in a Four Wheel Camper, then by the weird way of the world, now works for Four Wheel Campers. For as long as she can remember, all roads have led to making time for outdoor adventures. From camping as a baby to backpacking with the Boy Scouts to working in the bicycle industry and now with FWC, she gets to help others achieve their adventure dreams.

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- Four Wheel Campers

- Melanie's Instagram

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Videos: Truck Camper Life⁠

- Our Hawk Flatbed Build Specs

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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