It’s that time of year again, when seasonal RVers say goodbye to their campsites at their parks and resorts, and pack up for the winter. Along with saying goodbye to our neighbors and meticulously packing up the RV, it’s important to properly close up the campsite, too. For the veteran big rig RVer, this will [...]
There are the typical tasks you should take care of once the season winds down and it comes time to park the RV in storage – winterizing the water system, cleaning out the refrigerator, maybe even taking the wheels off and setting your unit on blocks (check out this article for closing up shop). Sometimes [...]
Recreational vehicles (RV) come in many sizes and you can see nearly 300 RVs at the 27th Annual Fall Detroit Camper & RV Show, October 5-9, 2016 at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. One of the show mouth-droppers is the 2016 Newmar Ventana from A & S RV Center, Auburn Hills, Mich. The beautiful behemoth [...]
Creating fun family memories starts with a visit to the 27th Annual Fall Detroit Camper & RV Show, October 5-9, 2016 at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. There is no better place to catch the RVing bug, discover great deals and to plan upcoming camping and RVing trips! With multiple Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds [...]
RVers like you use a smart phone for a variety of reasons – to check the weather, bank accounts, MARVAC updates, directions, social media. However, most users are unaware of the many apps that are available to help them out in ways they never thought possible – such as generating RV checklists, finding free Wi-Fi, [...]
An RV is a big investment, so it pays to have the proper insurance coverage. In addition to having your insurance with you at all times during your travels, you should also have up-to-date photos of your RV’s interior and exterior on hand. Here’s why photos are important, as well as some photo taking tips. [...]
If you have an active family, you’ve likely become accustomed to dirty floors in the RV. From trips to the beach, hikes through the woods, and swimming in the lake, it can be hard to keep up with the dirt and grime – especially if you have a canine companion! But just like the rest [...]
Every full-timer knows how critical it is to have the right tools for any type of emergency. Just about anything can happen on the road - from popping a tire to putting a hole in the awning of your rig. And we know when these problems arise they are often unpredictable. So as a rule [...]
Many campers feel most at home when we’re cozied up in our RVs. Whether we’re nestled in the heart of Michigan wilderness or parked at our favorite campground, we couldn’t be more content. But let's face it, sometimes we wish our pop ups could be more reflective of our personal style. And most of us [...]
Whether you are a full-time RVer or go on the occasional RV getaway, it’s important to many to stay connected to the Internet. Some check their financial accounts and RV-related apps, while others use the Internet for earning income on the road. For some RVers, Internet is almost as vital to the experience as fresh [...]
