We talk a lot about how to store and take care of your RV when it’s in long-term storage, typically over the winter months. But if you are “weekend warrior,” then your RV is still sitting around a lot during the high RV season. So, how do you protect your RV when it’s out of [...]
Although we love exploring sights and trails and waterways and beaches and museums (for starters) when we’re RVing, there is something special, too, about staying on site and simply putting your feet up or exploring the immediate area. Many private campgrounds and RV resorts have high quality amenities and activities, such as pools, arcades, fishing [...]
Let’s be honest, there is a lot of pressure being placed on families these days. There are a lot of things from a lot of directions looking for our attention, both for kids and adults. This often means family time gets pushed to the back burner. We need to take family time back – and [...]
While your RV offers respite from the busy, frantic world, the one space within the RV that should be an oasis is the master bedroom. This is where you can rest and recharge as much during the day reading the book as getting sound sleep at night. You want to ensure that your bedroom space [...]
RVing allows us to visit new and beautiful places. That’s a big reason many of us got into RVing in the first place. But it’s not all roses. There is a very real side to RV travel and RV ownership that can be stressful and daunting. However, if you take proactive steps and are prepared, [...]
Convenience. Flexibility. Affordability. Freedom. For these reasons and more, RVing has been an attractive way to travel for millions of Americans. Some people choose to live in RVs full-time or seasonally, varying their location by the calendar or by knocking trips off their Bucket List. Yes, RVs offer a lot. And RV manufacturers design and [...]
Josh the RV Nerd over at Bish’s RV in Coldwater, Michigan, has a lot to say about RVs, especially if you are wondering about RV construction. This was one of the seminar topics at the 35th Annual Detroit RV & Camping Show (fall 2024), featuring Josh as the presenter. There are generally two methods used [...]
We spoke with two MARVAC dealer members about how, when, and why RVers look to make a switch with their RVs, whether it’s upgrading or downsizing. Our featured members are Chase Haylett, Haylett Trailers, Coldwater; and Jeff Korpal, Tri City RV, Bay City. How frequently do folks make changes as to which RV they own? [...]
With nighttime temperatures dipping into the 40s and 50s, and back to school shopping all but complete, it’s time to think about preparing the RV for the offseason. Whether you are extending your camping season another few weeks or planning to pack it all in and call it a year, you’ll need to complete a [...]
It’s important to take some precautionary measures to protect the valuables kept inside your RV, as well as the RV itself, so follow these security tips. Keep valuables out of sight. This seems straightforward, but it is important not to offer any temptation to potential thieves. With more people choosing to work or attend school [...]
