March 2022

Invitations, Ideas, And Information News about upcoming FMCA conventions, disaster preparedness tips, and notice of a temporary closure of the FMCA campground in Cincinnati. By Rett Porter, F369084 National President…

RV Marketplace Listing Updates River Ridge Retreat, C14095, inadvertently was left out of the “RV Marketplace” campgrounds section in the January 2022 issue. The facility is located just outside Guntersville,…

Having a basic understanding of these RV components can assist owners in diagnosing charging issues. By Steve Froese, F276276 March 2022 This month, I will introduce an important component of…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers.   Bug Removal Pads Once known as Love Bug Erasers, the…

U.S. National Park Service Announces Entry-Free Days For 2022 National Park Service sites that typically charge an entrance fee are offering free admission on select days in 2022. In addition to…

Campground Spotlight Yacht Haven Park & Marina, Fort Lauderdale, Florida If there’s one thing ice hockey fans miss when they migrate south during the cold-weather months, it’s the opportunity to watch…

In 1982 Fred and Luella (Lou) Kennedy joined FMCA and, shortly thereafter, several South Central Area chapters. Fred and Lou jumped into volunteering with FMCA in a big way. Fred…

Members of the Overland Trailblazers West chapter combined off-road fun and area exploration with good food and fellowship at a fall rally in Moab, Utah. By Russ Hill, F398692 March…

Touched by the devastation caused by tornadoes that ripped through a small Kentucky town, one FMCA couple decided to make a difference. By Jim Brooks, F428700 March 2022 Usually, my…

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…

After a rooftop air conditioner on his motorhome failed, the author documented the do-it-yourself replacement project and shares the process here. By Mark Quasius, F333630 March 2022 (story with photos…

Installing MORryde’s second-generation StepAbove entry steps leads to greater safety and ease of use as compared with traditional suspended trailer steps. By Bruce W. Smith March 2022 (story with photos…

Boasting a sleek, modern look inside and out, this new Type B motorhome comes equipped to travel and camp off the beaten path. By Mark Quasius, F333630 March 2022 Entegra…

“Home on wheels” takes on special meaning with this new wide-body fifth-wheel floor plan, which incorporates two bedrooms, a loft, and a bath and a half. By Robbin Gould, Editor…

Now designated a U.S. national park and preserve, West Virginia’s New River Gorge hosts nature lovers and history buffs, who also travel outside its boundaries to explore many other intriguing…

Cashless tolling is a trend. What does it mean for RV owners? By Roger Marble, F399427 March 2022 With more than 300 toll roads, bridges, and tunnels in the United…

Two desert ecosystems combine for an otherworldly experience in California’s Joshua Tree National Park. By Josephine Matyas, F468364 March 2022 Several small motorhomes jockey for parking spots along the cul-de-sac…