There’s a lot of hype around certain types of RVs for different reasons: large-scale motorhomes with every bell and whistle, pop-up campers ideal for family campouts, all-in-one camper vans that make it easy to get from point A to point B. But there is another type of RV that doesn’t seem to get the recognition [...]
These days, our society is growing more and more conscientious over energy needs and energy usage. More of us want to utilize these resources prudently. As an RV owner, you are already ahead of the game in some respects, especially if you are a full-timer with no traditional home to maintain as well. What are [...]
“There is something in snowshoeing’s simplicity and closeness to nature that speaks directly to an increasing number of people who seek to live with nature, rather than subdue it.” — Bill Osmond, The Snowshoe Book If downhill skiing isn’t your pace and you want to get outside in the wintertime, snowshoeing might be just the [...]
When the new year rolls around, it’s tradition to look at the year that’s quickly disappearing in the review mirror: What did we do? Where did we go? What were the best times we had? What changed our lives? Traveling and camping in an RV probably tops the list, and all the other questions can [...]
A more organized RV… Let’s face it, we can always do a better job organizing our lives. This applies to our digital lives (the pictures alone!) and our lives in our RV. RVs utilize space whenever and wherever possible, and it’s up to us to organize our belongings accordingly. We shouldn’t have too much stuff, [...]
If you’ll be having a holiday party this year or you like to give cookies to friends for Christmas, then these recipes will satisfy as well as be a wonderful gesture. Snickerdoodle Party Cookies – From Bon Appetit Are you looking for a cookie that makes an impression? This is the one. These are [...]
CN Traveller just announced southwest Michigan as one of their 20 top destinations of 2020 (in the world!), focusing on the communities of Fennville and Saugatuck. It’s easy to see why, though not surprising for those who call this beautiful part of the state home. It’s a region that can boast sandy beaches, stunning lighthouses, [...]
If you have kids, then you know how much they love getting out in the snow and going sledding. But it’s also a blast with a group of adults. Sledding is an activity you can enjoy as a family, plus you all get a little exercise on the multiple climbs back up. Whether you choose [...]
When the holiday season is in full swing, our inboxes, ears, and eyes can be overwhelmed with the sights and sounds of commercialism. Buy this! Half off! Buy more, more, more! There is a growing trend, especially among Millennials, of skipping the pricey gifts and focusing on gifting experiences instead – something that can be [...]
Do you need an idea of what to do on Black Friday? Don’t hit the store: hit the trails, waterways, and streets of Michigan to join in on REI’s #OptOutside campaign, which is supported by the Michigan DNR. “State parks are the ultimate anti-Black Friday destination,” according to a press release by the Michigan DNR [...]
