Tech Tip For me, super-bright white lights are too much, so I installed LED smart light strips on both the inside and outside of my motorhome. I added some under…
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No need to lose sleep over a worn-out mattress. Manufacturers and retailers offer options in a variety of materials, types, and prices. By Abigail Epperson, F488212 April 2021 One of…
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Losing a travel partner need not signal the end of the road for RVers. By Janet Smith March 2021 You traveled the country as a couple, seeking new experiences, new…
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Travel Tight Squeezes And Other Lessons Learned By Dan & Laurie Dieterich, F488028 Let’s buy a motorhome. It will be relaxing. Isn’t that what everyone says? So, we bought a…
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A professional propane system inspection each year is a must, but some basic maintenance helps to keep everything running safely and smoothly. By Steve Froese, F276276 March 2021 This month,…
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March 2021 We are indeed not only an RV organization but, most of all, a Family of RVers in FMCA. We share many common dreams, hopes, goals, and adventures.…
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Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Skip Tate, Associate Editor Cup Holder We’re not entirely sure…
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Cruiser RV To Introduce New Travel Trailer Cruiser RV announced plans in 2020 to unveil the Hitch, an ultralight travel trailer “equipped with unique features for today’s adventurous camper,” according…
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History and nature converge in San Angelo, which is home to a wonderful state park and imbued with many other charms. By Ann Bush March 2021 The last things I…
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Corrections Towing Guide The “2021 Towing Lineup” article in the January 2021 issue incorrectly lists the four-wheel-drive Chevrolet Equinox as being towable four wheels down rather than the front-wheel-drive model.…
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Vera Greene, L27, relishes memories of the RV life and FMCA. By Skip Tate, Associate Editor March 2021 The plaque is firmly attached to an iron railing that runs alongside…
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A diesel-powered Ram 5500 chassis provides towing prowess for this RV, which is loaded with conveniences inside and out. By Mark Quasius, F333630 March 2021 The Dynamax Isata 5 Series…
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After a year of many challenges, we look forward to a new travel season and the promise it brings. Chief Executive Officer Chris Smith csmith@fmca.com March 2021 As I write…
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A new luxury travel trailer from Venture RV features a multipurpose room. By Robbin Gould, Editor March 2021 Travel trailers offer many options for sleeping, socializing, and enjoying the sights.…
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After pulling your RV out of winter storage, going the extra mile to get it ready for travel season will make life on the road much smoother. By Mark Quasius,…
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Two expansive properties in upstate New York celebrate the area’s natural history, human interaction, and the roles they play today. By Anna Lee Braunstein March 2021 About five million years…
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Simple meals that reduce messes and cleanup without cutting back on taste. By Janet Groene, F47166 March 2021 Offering cooking advice to RVers can be complicated. It must take into…
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The reasons to choose the RV lifestyle as a solo traveler — or single parent — vary widely, as do the challenges and benefits the lifestyle affords. By Jeff Crider…
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It’s helpful to understand the in-depth training required for RV technician certification, whether you aspire to a career in the field, seek an RV service facility that employs qualified techs,…
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As FMCA plans a March return to its most-visited convention venue, one RVer recalls attending her first convention, also at that Georgia location. By Chic Holliday, F352307 February 2021 As…
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Bill and Deanie Hendrix celebrate the RV life, FMCA, and 70 years of marriage with a special gift from their daughter. By Dana Hendrix, F761G1 February 2021 We were thrilled…
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It’s great to know that through our association with FMCA, we have a big family of friends to help us along life’s journey. National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com “On…
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Spend some time exploring these towns along the coast of Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida that offer outdoor fun and great food. By Abigail Epperson, F488212 February 2021 Sugar sand, blue…
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Floor-plan-specific features blend with countless conveniences in this gas-powered motorhome. By Robbin Gould, Editor February 2021 Bright, roomy, and contemporary, the Miramar, a Type A motorhome from Thor Motor Coach,…
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For two decades, an outdoor preserve near Denver, Colorado, has invited visitors to view rescued animals as they thrive in natural habitats. By George Moore, F460576 February 2021 It probably…
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Campground Spotlight Sparks Marina RV Park, Sparks, Nevada As guests pull into Sparks Marina RV Park, just a mile off Interstate 80 in Sparks, Nevada, they make a sweeping right-hand turn,…
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This popular triple-slideout bunkhouse floor plan offers sleeping space for up to eight and upgraded features compared to other entry-level travel trailers. By Mark Quasius, F333630 February 2021 East to…
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From manatees to murals, warm springs to wildlife, the western portion of Florida’s Volusia County has it all. By Kathleen Walls February 2021 When “The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau”…
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One company’s answer to providing cleaner, better-tasting water in RVs. By Mark Quasius, F333630 February 2021 Clean water is a precious resource, but it can be elusive when traveling in…
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Gear, Gadgets, and Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Skip Tate, Associate Editor Disinfecting Accessories Tray Antiseptic wipes are…
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Beautiful Idaho In 16 years of motorhome travel, from Key West to the Arctic Circle, Maine to Mexico, and Alaska and back three times, as well as most places in…
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National Parks Set Fee-Free Days For 2021 January 18: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. April 17: First day of National Park Week August 4: One year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act August…
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Don’t let the snow stop you. Winter is a great time to chill out in your RV. By Mike Wendland February 2021 Who says you can’t have fun camping in…
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Putting pen to paper may seem old school, but it’s both rewarding and a great way to enhance today’s technology. By Phillip Meeks February 2021 I’m not a technophobe by…
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When seeking RV technical information, it’s a good practice to provide as much detail as possible. By Steve Froese, F276276 January 2021 As with most associations, FMCA exists for the…
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Travel The Space Place Every kid who has watched a rocket launch into space or stared at the moon with wonder has had the same dream: to walk in the…
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The reduced space available for carrying books in an RV may launch a virtual collection you can store — and read — on your electronic devices. By Chris Guld, F349932…
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A variety of products are available to improve the quality of your RV’s drinking water. By Mark Quasius, F333630 January 2021 When you fill your RV with fresh water, it…
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It’s not too early to think about a spring visit to this ruggedly beautiful state park, not far from the Texas state capitol. By Ann Bush January 2021 Spring in…
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A guide to 2021-model-year vehicles that manufacturers have indicated can be flat towed behind a motorhome without significant modifications. 2021 Towables
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A Tribute To Bill Gunther The Happy Tennessee Travelers chapter is sad to announce the passing of William “Bill” Gunther. The native New Yorker became an active FMCA member in…
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If someone around you appears to show signs of a stroke, it’s critical to get him or her immediate medical treatment. By Randy Davis, F471978 January 2021 A stroke affects…
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After a year filled with challenges, we look forward with hope as the calendar brings us a fresh start. By Chris Smith Chief Executive Officer csmith@fmca.com January 2021 Hi, all,…
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Motorhoming and membership in the Family Motor Coach Association were rewarding activities for Russ and Mary Lawler, F119890. They enjoyed the camaraderie with their fellow FMCA members and participated at…
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The RV lifestyle is an ideal way to experience culinary travel and its trendy cousin, gastro-tourism. By Phyllis Hinz & Lamont Mackay, F175089 January 2021 One of our more memorable…
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Make-ahead freezer meals: Preparing and freezing food in advance is a cool way to make hot meals. Why do so many RV travelers freeze their meals ahead of time? Let…