Go Off-Road, Into the Blue Michigan is home to more than 60,000 inland lakes and ponds, and borders four of the five Great Lakes, but did you know that there are more than 30,000 islands in the Great Lakes? Some of these islands belong to Canada, Wisconsin, or Ohio, and most are small and rarely [...]
For many campers, Memorial Day Weekend will include at least one potluck or barbeque – especially if you’re celebrating at an RV park! And I’m sure we can all guess what dishes will be served. So this year, let’s change it up a bit! Instead of grilling up a traditional hamburger, why not bring [...]
It’s a fact of life that when you go camping, you’re going to run into some pests. Some unlucky RV owners experience frustration with pests when their unit comes out of storage. Taking care of pests and knowing how to prevent them ensures a better experience for campers and a longer life for your RV. [...]
There’s nothing better than a fresh strawberry, or the tanginess the fruit adds to a dessert. And like a lot of other produce, you can find tasty strawberries across Michigan at farmer’s markets, roadside stands, and u-pick farms during the summer. Some towns go the extra mile and celebrate with a festival, such as the [...]
When deciding where to stay this summer, especially if you're looking to explore somewhere new, it is important to understand the differences between an RV campground, park, and resort, and how to best decipher which one will best suit your family, your lifestyle, and your rig. Let's take a look at all three so you [...]
With the season finally underway, some RVers are returning to a lot they’ve owned for years while others might be setting up camp in a new summer rental; either way, it is important that their campsite feel like home. Depending on the RV park you’re parked in, rules may vary, but generally, guests are allowed [...]
Here's a fun segment from the show Innovation Nation! Host, Mo Rocca, guides us down memory lane as he explores how the RV industry has transformed from simple auto campers to modern-day homes on wheels. HFIN_2443-Campers from The Henry Ford on Vimeo.
Whether you’re an astronomy-buff or not, it’s hard to deny, meteor showers are a pretty amazing sight to take in. And this week, the meteor shower Eta Aquarid will be in its peak position. Below, you’ll find all the tips and information you’ll need to enjoy this spectacular event. When is it? Eta Aquarid peaks [...]
The day you purchase a home, whether it’s your first or your fifth, is an exciting yet anxiety-ridden day. You have a new place to live, but you have the responsibility of paying for that home. An RV is a home for full-timers and a home away from home for many others. Choosing to [...]
As campers, outdoorsmen, and Michiganders, we have all grown up surrounded by the beauty of the forests. Whether you spent your time climbing the tallest trees throughout your youth, or resting under their shade after a long hike, or simply using their limbs to fuel your campfire; we have all come to know trees enrich [...]
