Plant your palm trees, fire up those tiki torches, and join other beach-loving RVers searching for their lost shaker of salt during Family RV Association’s “Changes in Latitudes” convention. By…
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The remote town of Lone Pine, California, may not be a famous tourist stop, but its rugged landscape has starred in scores of hit movies and TV shows. By Larry…
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Coachmen RV Unveils Freedom Express Liberty Edition Coachmen RV announced the return of a classic with the launch of the Freedom Express Liberty Edition travel trailer. This new offering revives…
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A solo RVer’s experience at the Ford Towing Boot Camp. By Sherry Light, F522611, Membership Director January-February 2026 When I heard about the Ford Towing Boot Camp taking place at…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on December 15, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on December 8, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 24, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 17, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 11, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 3, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 21, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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Easier Leveling In early July, I decided to buy SnapPad permanent jack pads for my Class A motorhome to increase the surface area of the stabilizer jacks when parking on…
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Using ham radio for emergency or recreational purposes offers many advantages but requires an FCC operator license. FRVA’s Amateur Radio Chapter can help you acquire one. By Skip Kazmarek, F427585…
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Supporting Members Like Family Get to know the Family RV Association national office staff. In this issue, Penny Gortemiller talks about the 40-plus years she’s spent assisting her extended FRVA…
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This ‘quiet camping dog’ has shared thousands of miles of RV adventures with his family. By Crystal Hammes, F508127 November-December 2025 Meet Chance, our German shepherd. His story begins 10…
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Learn how these electrical devices work, and why RVers might benefit from having one on board. By Mark Quasius, F333630 November-December 2025 An inverter is a handy device to have…
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Winding Down a Busy Year A look at current projects, milestones, and future events. National President Paul Mitchell, F165576 pmitchell@frva.com By the time you read this article, the holiday season…
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The southernmost tip of Texas boasts a rich array of ecosystems teeming with birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. By George Moore, F460576 November-December 2025 The Lower Rio Grande Valley of…
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Solutions for those adventuresome RVers who enjoy camping off the grid. By Bruce W. Smith November-December 2025 This was our fifth day on the road and our first night in…
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All-Electric Entegra Embark Nears Delivery RV dealers and journalists got a firsthand look and an opportunity to drive the much-anticipated, all-electric Entegra Coach Embark Class A motorhome at the 2025…
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CHRISTMAS MAGIC Ice Spectacles A holiday tradition returns in November when six walk-through winter wonderlands open throughout the United States. Called ICE!, the attractions are created and hosted by Gaylord…
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If you’re thinking of taking your canine companion on an RV trip, consider these pros, cons, and tips on what to expect. By Emily Fagan, F547779 November-December 2025 We met…
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Celebrating fun and friendships. By Bobbi Radford, F335221 November-December 2025 Members of FRVA’s Snake River Valley chapter gathered at Mountain Home RV Resort in Mountain Home, Idaho, to celebrate the…
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This New Mexico city features a variety of unusual galleries and museums that will fill you with childlike wonder and awe. By Bianca Dumas November-December 2025 Art is for everyone,…
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Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. Portable Pet Play Pen Your dog, cat, or other furry…
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Getting Your Bearings: Part 2 In this installment, the brakes and bearings are inspected —and replaced if needed — then cleaned and prepared for reinstallation. By Steve Froese, F276276 In…
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Members of Family RV Association’s Maine Wheels chapter returned to the site where the organization was founded in 1963. By Dave Bennett, F471791, Maine Wheels Chapter, and Gary Dugal, President/Executive…
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Visitors to Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, can enjoy the thrill of the hunt while also exploring a quaint downtown area. By Kathleen Walls November-December 2025 Are…
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Share your favorite travel photos. Great scenery, unusual sights, wildlife, pets, RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@frva.com; provide a brief description, including location, along with your…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 21, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 13, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 7, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 29, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 22, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 15, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 8, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 1, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on August 25, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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By Chris Dougherty, F263059 July/August 2025 True Topper revolutionizes technology with a new way to manage slide-room rooftops that eliminates traditional awning-style products. After Mahlon Miller’s Newmar Corporation introduced the…
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In New Iberia, Louisiana, Acadian culture permeates the city’s history, cuisine, and architecture. By Kathleen Walls July/August 2025 If you’ve been itching to visit a real part of Acadian Louisiana,…
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A variety of RV models provide all the comforts of a stationary home, enabling occupants to enjoy the freedom of the road on a long-term basis. By Bruce W. Smith…
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During extreme periods of hot and humid weather, the body’s ability to cool itself can be challenged. Recognize the symptoms of heat-related illness – and act fast. By Randall Davis,…
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Sunshine provides physical and psychological advantages . . . when enjoyed in moderation. Practice safe sunning for improved health and mental wellness. By Ann Bush July/August 2025 Spending time outdoors…
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By Doug Beatty, F153G July/August 2025 Some of my fondest memories growing up revolved around my grandparents’ motorhome. The shiny stainless-steel exterior, the scent of the interior, the steady rhythm…
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Examples of RV fiascoes caused by owner negligence, not product failure, along with some timely advice. By Chris Dougherty, F263059 July/August 2025 Nothing can deflate one’s ego more than when…
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In southwestern Oklahoma, this sprawling land of mountains, prairies, lakes, and streams supports a broad array of mammals — bison, elk, deer, and even Texas longhorns — plus hundreds of…
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May/June 2025 Family RV Association’s Nominating Committee has submitted the slate of candidates for national office for the 2025-2027 term. The members of the committee are Bill Mallory, F256138,…
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Just a few miles from Capitol Reef National Park, this quaint small town in southern Utah is a destination in itself. By Bianca Dumas May/June 2025 I’ve spent a lot…
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Consider adding these often-overlooked places to your RV travel list. By Scott & Van Russell, F505257 May/June 2025 Are you looking for an epic off-the-beaten-path adventure in your RV? Sure,…
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Along the Bay of Fundy, travelers can glean insights into Canada’s cultural heritage by exploring national parks and other attractions. By Josephine Matyas, F468364 May/June 2025 In the Annapolis Valley…