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Travel Meander Through Maine This Summer E ach year, thousands of people turn their RVs south and hit the road in search of scenic getaways and sandy beaches. Here’s a pro…

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…

Campgroundviews.com Launches Fundraising Effort Mark and Katrina Koep began working virtually from their RV in 2009, eventually hitting 46 of the lower 48 states. They asked the same question most…

RV air conditioners have their limitations, but with some basic maintenance and a few simple tricks, staying cool this summer should be no sweat. By Steve Froese, F276276 July 2021…

FMCA president Jon Walker will complete his term in Gillette, Wyoming, having met the goals he set when he took office four years ago. By Chris Smith, FMCA CEO July…

Camping on the beach can be an adventure of a lifetime. These simple tips can make the beach the best campground ever. By Abigail Epperson, F488212 July 2021 This winter,…

Shallow-bowl meals are easy to prepare, colorful, savory, and wonderfully healthy. Best of all, they’re ideal for RV travel. By Janet Groene, F47166 July 2021 Ring the dinner bell for…

In 1952, Ray Fritz, who later served as FMCA’s second president, converted a retired public transportation bus — Flxible Clipper 8227 — into a motorhome. Today, 69 years later, the…

This new diesel-powered, four-wheel-drive motorhome adapts easily to RVers’ adventure and storage needs. By Robbin Gould, Editor July 2021 “The possibilities are endless.” Most of us have heard this phrase.…

Sierra Ramblers chapter members returned to the site of the chapter’s origins for an anniversary celebration. By Carole Hazeltine, F376336, and Wayne Thomas, F395373 July 2021 Each April, we hold…

The fabled equines that reside on Assateague Island are among many highlights along the eastern shore of Maryland and Virginia. By Sally B. Weigand, F498134 July 2021 Quick. Put the…

Curt Manufacturing’s new BetterWeigh mobile towing scale offers real-time data and a convenient way to keep watch on RV weights. By Steve Froese, F276276 June 2021 Many articles have been…

 Available on the Freightliner XCR Super Raised Rail chassis, the 40 IH floor plan boasts a continuous flat floor and expanded storage capacity. By Mark Quasius, F333630 June 2021 The…

While gazing at the night sky, RV travelers can thank the seafarers and astronomers who have connected the Earth to the universe. By Ann Bush, F516383 June 2021 As a…

Fun tidbits about the state set to host FMCA’s 103rd International Convention & RV Expo, July 7 through 10, 2021. By Karen Lee Ensley June 2021 Are you traveling to…

Dust off the dash, repack the storage bays, and join the herd of RVers rumbling into Gillette for FMCA’s summer convention. By Doug Uhlenbrock, Director Of Events June 2021 Step…

This compact but rugged travel trailer represents a venerable RV manufacturer’s entry into the outdoor adventure lifestyle segment. By Pamela Kay, Director Of Communications, Publishing June 2021 Winnebago refers to…

Travel Devils Tower  The first time Frank Sanders laid eyes on Devils Tower was in June of 1972. The 20-year-old hitchhiked from Tennessee, where he was attending college, and arrived…

Dometic is recalling more than 47,000 of its three-burner stoves because of a potential propane leak. Is yours among them? Here’s how to find out, and what to do if…

One family’s motorhome provides transportation, togetherness, and a mobile dressing room. By Robbin Gould, Editor June 2021 As parents, we tend to be proud of our children’s accomplishments. For example,…

Learn about modern farm life and earn cash to fund more RV getaways while taking part in the sugarbeet harvest this fall in America’s heartland. By Kathyrn Doherty, F499712 June…

Strange, surreal Devils Tower appears on many RVers’ bucket lists. Here, several FMCA members document their visits to America’s first national monument.                …

June 2021 The 2020 Robert L. Richter Award was presented to Dana Sawyer, F475568, by FMCA president Jon Walker on March 10, 2021, during the association’s 102nd International Convention &…

A word of thanks to FMCA’s dedicated committee members and national office staff. National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.colm I just got home after spending all last week at the…

By Skip Tate, Associate Editor Bird Feeder Camp food is for the birds — well, at least it is with Outside Inside’s retro trailer bird feeder. The hand-painted metal feeder…

Name That RV We enjoyed reading letters in “Readers Write” from people about naming their RVs and would like to share how we came about naming ours “Gypsy Palace.” We…

Winnebago Partners With National Park Foundation Winnebago Industries is partnering with the National Park Foundation in a multi-year effort to enhance the NPF’s Communities and Workforce Program. The program performs…

Travel Jimmy Carter National Historical Park By Josephine Matyas, F468364 Plains, Georgia, is the kind of town you relax into easily. It’s a small agricultural community — population 776 —…

More Name Game It all started with being hooked on the zany, nutty, out-of-this-world musical “Little Shop of Horrors,” with its protagonist and a plant, Audrey and Seymour. Suddenly, Seymour…

May 2021 Roger Roush was the sixth of Albert and Velsie’s eight children. When he was born, Velsie used to say, he weighed 13 pounds — which is why it…

REV Unveils Luxury Motorhome Floor Plan At FMCA Convention While social gatherings in a sticks-and-bricks house often center around the kitchen, that can be a little challenging in an RV.…

A story of life and lessons learned on the road from being newbies and transitioning to seasoned RVers. By Ken Lailer, F483857 May 2021 Our adventure into the RV world…

These simple, savory recipes minimize time in the kitchen so you can spend more time in the sunshine. By Janet Groene, F47166 May 2021 B e ready for a comeback-from-COVID summer!…

May 2021 Thoughts of one-room schoolhouses conjure up images of remote Western towns where covered wagons and horses were the main modes of transportation. But the tiny buildings where students…

FMCA CEO Chris Smith will celebrate a personal milestone this month. Plus, FMCA is inviting members to sign up now for this summer’s event in Wyoming and the good times…

By Skip Tate, Associate Editor LED Palm Tree Green Long Life has found a way to turn even the most northern campsite into a little slice of the tropics. While…

The service writer is the voice of the customer at a service center, so developing a strong relationship with this individual can be the difference between receiving good and great…

The RF Mogul Eagle TV automatic satellite system offers a number of advantages for RV owners, including the fact that it is field serviceable and allows a choice of various…

Independence Mine State Historical Park, set in the scenic Talkeetna Mountains, preserves the history, culture, and natural beauty of what was once one of the most productive lode gold mines…

May 2021 The 2021 election of FMCA National Officers will be held July 7, 2021, at FMCA’s 103rd International Convention in Gillette, Wyoming. FMCA’s Nominating Committee has submitted its slate…

A primer regarding conventional RV refrigerators and an exploration of the pros and cons of residential-type units. By Steve Froese, F276276 May 2021 Keeping food cold or frozen while traveling…

How do you host a convention during a pandemic? FMCA found a way. By Robbin Gould, Editor Photos By Lindsay Prince, Graphic Designer May 2021 FMCA’s 102nd International Convention &…

Toy haulers were once the domain of off-roaders, but the open garage plans and flexibility of these RVs have attracted those looking for an extra bedroom or space for home…

What happens when a family of five shifts their work and school routines and goes mobile. By Skip Tate, Associate Editor April 2021 Dan and Jaime Piening, F515009, were living…

In addition to its storied football team, this Wisconsin city offers myriad attractions and activities away from Lambeau Field. By Diane Morey Sitton April 2021 When most people think about…

Current and retired police officers, paramedics, and firefighters have created an FMCA chapter for first responders. By Skip Tate, Associate Editor April 2021 Few people know what it’s like to…

Travel Newport: A Coastal Oregon Gem The Yaquina Head Light Station sits high atop the steep cliffs of the Oregon coast, strategically placed on the western edge of a finger…

So many unexpected things happened this past year that it would be easier to conclude they were not real, but that was not the case. National President Jon Walker, F26878…

By creating a work space and setting up the proper equipment, RVers can take their jobs wherever they roam. By Mark Quasius, F333630 April 2021 Traveling in an RV doesn’t…