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This FMCA chapter hosted a weekend full of fun activities to commemorate its latest milestone year. By Steven Arnold, F444094 A great mix of longtime Bussin’ Buddies chapter members and…

Camping Kohler-Andrae State Park, Wisconsin By Mike & Diane Venn, F481296 Since 2017 we have lived full-time in our Tiffin Allegro Red motorhome. We enjoy visiting different areas of the…

Join The Fun! Being a member of an FMCA chapter exponentially increases the joys of RV travel. FMCA has added several new chapters in the past few months, and many…

Fuel prices continue to fluctuate, but there are a few strategies you can try to protect your wallet. By Steve Froese, F276276 October 2022 During times of rising fuel prices,…

Share your favorite travel photos. Great scenery. Unusual sites. Pet poses. RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com. Include a brief explanation and note where it was…

This FMCA group based in western Pennsylvania celebrated its birthday with lots of food and fun. By Aleta Himes, F335003 The Allegheny Mountain chapter’s 45th anniversary occurred in October 2020.…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor Battery Water System The is designed…

Greenwashing? You recently highlighted a product called Bite Toothpaste, which you referred to as “Zero-Waste Toothpaste” (“RV Products,” August 2022), and I was excited to share this with my 24-year-old…

Autumn officially arrived on September 22. The scorching heat seems to be coming to an end in some areas, and the leaves are starting to change colors. The days are…

One RV couple found a Pennsylvania campground that makes a great home base from which to explore a plethora of fun and interesting sites. By Cindy Anderson, F487516 September 2022…

Share Your Favorite Travel Photos. Great scenery. Unusual sights. Pet poses. RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; include a brief explanation and note where it was…

Travel International Year Of Glass On May 18, 2021, the United Nations General Assembly formally declared 2022 as the International Year of Glass, celebrating the role glass has played in…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor Bug Spray Murphy’s Naturals Lemon Eucalyptus…

When your inverter system starts to fail, it’s hard to be a happy camper. Luckily for one RV couple, help was readily available. By Steve Froese, F276276 September 2022 It…

FMCA Chapters Bring Tons Of Fun If you haven’t already joined one of the subgroups of FMCA, you are missing out on what some consider the best part of belonging…

Multiple days of fun, friendship, and festivities. By John & Betsy Aukema, F460879 September 2022 What can we say but a huge “thank you” to everyone who attended and helped…

Industry Leaders Launching New RV Manufacturer Several well-known industry executives have unveiled plans for a new towable RV manufacturing firm on the southeast side of Goshen, Indiana, called Brinkley RV.…

What’s In A Name? Shortly after getting my Roadtrek RV in 2020, I began to tire of referring to it as “The RV” and started searching for a “catchy” name…

Vast Adirondack Park The Adirondacks are so magnificent that even the person who wrote the subtitle for the “Forever Wild” article (April 2022 issue, page 56) didn’t comprehend that Adirondack…

Breakdowns happen, so it’s important to know what to do in that situation and who to call. By Steve Froese, F276276 August 2022 At some point it happens to many…

Honoring a strong past and looking forward to a bright future. By Lynda Micikas, F451914 August 2022 The Colorado Columbines celebrated their 30th year as an FMCA chapter June 9…

Surprises don’t have to ruin an RV journey. By Phyllis Britz, F423634 August 2022 After a fun and activity-packed time at the FMCA International Convention and RV Expo in Tucson,…

Thor, Winnebago Debut EV RVs Two major RV manufacturers introduced concept electric vehicles during the Florida RV SuperShow in January. Thor Industries unveiled both a motorized and a towable RV…

Travel Tennessee’s Tellico Lake Stretching 33 miles along the Little Tennessee River, Tellico Lake is located in southeastern Tennessee and covers parts of Blount, Monroe, and Loudon counties. The “lake”…

Share Your Favorite Travel Photos. Great scenery. Unusual sights. Pet poses. RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; include a brief explanation and note where it was…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor Zero-Waste Toothpaste If you’re looking to…

Changing Lives After experiencing a devastating accident that led to his right leg being amputated, outdoor adventurer Matt Hallett set about to transform his life — and that of everyone…

Kid Zone Add to family fun during your travels with these games and other items designed for youngsters. By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor   Paddle Game For a twist on…

A group of RVers created their own version of “Hell’s Kitchen” at a campground on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. By Nicholas Meremianin, F474868 July 2022 It all started when Jason Dudley,…

Roof seals are exposed to the natural elements and, like many other RV parts and components, need regular maintenance. By Steve Froese, F276276 July 2022 I frequently mention the importance…

Let’s Grow! A look at FMCA membership, the RV marketplace, and what members can do to help our association thrive well into the future. By Rett Porter, F369084 National President…

Share Your Favorite Travel Photos. Great scenery. Unusual sights. Pet poses. RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; include a brief explanation and note where it was…

Calling South Dakota Residents My name is Kent Larsen, a summer resident in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. I am interested in starting a chapter of FMCA in South Dakota and…

Travel Nebraska’s Chimney Rock Chimney Rock Pioneer Crossing in Bayard, Nebraska, is a campground and RV park right along the historic Oregon Trail. The campground offers level sites, fresh well…

This new chapter accepts all FMCA members, with a mission to respect others and provide a supportive and fun atmosphere for those who enjoy the RV life. By Tom Wilson,…

The weather is scorching, and summer has officially started. It’s hard to believe that the year is already halfway over! The days are long, the nights short, and there’s still…

Share your favorite travel photos. Great scenery. Unusual sights. Pet poses. RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; include a brief explanation and note where it was…

In between having your RV’s propane system serviced by a professional, you can check for leaks yourself – regardless of whether your nose detects that telltale odor. By Steve Froese,…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor RV Fire Extinguisher It never hurts…

By Larry & Debbie Williams, F450660 June 2022 Our introduction to RVing began just like many other families’ stories: a leaky wall tent, a Coleman stove and lantern, and a…

KOA Celebrates 60th Anniversary The world’s largest system of privately owned campgrounds, Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA), is celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2022. Advancing the business of outdoor hospitality…

On The Road Again RV travel can be economical, even with higher fuel prices. Plus, learn more about Lincoln, Nebraska, and the Lancaster Event Center, site of FMCA’s next convention.…

Growing the chapter’s family of military veterans at FMCA’s recent Tucson convention. By Bo deBlieux, F441784 June 2022 The SMART FMCA chapter took the 104th International Convention and RV Expo…

Touching Lives I wish I could thank you in person for taking the time to support me and my mission to assist Kentucky tornado victims (“Family Matters,” March 2022, page…

History National Park Service Recognizes Underground Railroad Sites The National Park Service has added 16 new listings to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. There are currently more than…

Lance Camper Announces Expansion Lance Camper, maker of ultra-lightweight, composite-built truck campers and travel trailers, is expanding its manufacturing footprint. In addition to its 22-acre campus in Lancaster, California, Lance…

Ann Schipper, F17603, loved FMCA and cherished all the memories and friends she and her husband, George, made through their involvement. Ann served as treasurer of the Central Florida Roadrunners…

From Tucson To Lincoln FMCA’s convention in Tucson, Arizona, will be part of FMCA history by the time you read this, and plans are taking shape for our “Golden Getaway”…

The basics of lithium-ion batteries and their properties. By Steve Froese, F276276 May 2022 I am often asked about lithium batteries for RVs. In fact, that may be the question…