New at Work Camping!

I guess I should have been more detailed in my post. We are retiring, I've been a police officer for 32 years, and she has worked in hotel business several years. We are both in our late 50's and still able to work but want to slow down, way down, but are not afraid to go out and get it. We already have our first Work Camping job lined up in may, and are not sure when we are actually going to be able to leave here, so not sure what we are going to do until then. I guess my real question should have been, what are some mistakes to look out for or things to avoid, and any tips on saving money on the road. I have read a lot on line, but it is always better to hear from people who live it.