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CAN bus, multiplexing, RV-C: How modern technology is being used to control RV systems and what it means for owners. By Chris Dougherty, F263059 September/October 2024 Many RVs and other…

The world is your classroom when you travel by RV, offering learning opportunities for children everywhere you go. By Angela Heisten September/October 2024 RV travel allows us to step away…

Fall is a special season to explore the Beehive State’s natural wonders, from the most popular sites to its smaller, less-visited treasures. By George Moore, A460576 September/October 2024 A few…

Chance meetings at FMCA conventions resulted in some remarkable discoveries. By Gillian Raye, F481952 September/October 2024 We’ve all experienced “it’s a small world” meetings, but we’re finding they seem to…

Share Your Favorite Travel Photos: Great scenery, unusual sights, wildlife, pets, RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; provide a brief description, including location, along with your contact…

Nostalgia And More Peace, Love, Music, Camping In August 1969, a crowd of 400,000 to 500,000 young people came together for a music festival on a farm in Bethel, New…

From Dodge City to Coolidge, a surprising array of natural and historical attractions await. By Kathleen Walls, F522187 September/October 2024 Although it may not be known as a hot spot…

Louise Worst Moore recalls decades of family RVing, which included traveling to countless FMCA international conventions and other rallies. September-October 2024 In July 1973, Louise Worst, F10962, and her family…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Pamela Kay, Director of Communications, Publishing  Shampoo Bars J.R.LIGGETT’S old-fashioned…

Final installment of a series of articles offering information for folks just starting their RV journey.  By Steve Froese, F276276 September-October 2024 This month, we continue our series on RVing…

Members can help their association continue all the great things it does to enhance the RV lifestyle. National President Gary Milner, F409834 gmilner@fmca.com September 2024 Greetings from the Milners! It…

Noovo Pop Accommodates Off-Grid Living Noovo, a Las Vegas-based RV manufacturer, announced the launch of its Noovo Pop Class B motor-home, “designed for families, nomads, and anyone seeking more space…

Paying tribute to a father whose converted bus became part of his family’s — and FMCA’s — story. By Veronica Ross Mumm, F689D September-October 2024 In 1962 my father, Allen…

These devices record your travels and allow you to revisit them later, but they also can be helpful in the event of an accident or other traffic situation. By Mark…

With its shifting, shimmering gypsum sand dunes, this southern New Mexico treasure is one of a kind. By Bruce W. Smith September/October 2024 Watching the sun slowly rise over the…

This part of the United States offers an abundance of unforgettable scenery, historic landmarks, and fun attractions, especially when the calendar turns to autumn. By Scott Russell, F505257 September/October 2024…

A selection of RVs with exterior kitchens that enhance outdoor entertaining. By Bruce W. Smith September/October 2024 There’s something magical about fixing meals outdoors when camping. The food tastes better…

Share your favorite travel photos: Great scenery, unusual sights, wildlife, pets, RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; provide a brief description, including location, along with your contact…

Inspiration  The Birthplace Of Helen Keller Ivy Green, her birthplace and childhood home, is a fully restored house museum open to the public. By Josephine Matyas, F468364 Who couldn’t use…

A builder of ice-fishing houses uses its cold-weather expertise to construct rugged four-season travel trailers. By Bruce W. Smith July/August 2024 The digital thermometer hanging outside the dinette window of…

Explore solutions for enhancing the drivability of your home on wheels. By Mark Quasius, F333630 July/August 2024 RVs make it possible to bring along the comforts of home as you…

Kid Zone Add to family fun during your travels with these games, toys, and other items. By Pamela Kay, Director of Communications, Publishing   Lap Bowl Snacking may be one…

The next installment in a series of articles offering information for folks just starting their RV journey. By Steve Froese, F276276 June 2024 Last month, I launched a series of…

After a 10-year hiatus, FMCA returns to scenic Redmond, Oregon, for mountains of RVing fun and excitement. By Doug Uhlenbrock, Director Of Events July/August 2024 Thousands of RV enthusiasts will…

RV manufacturer Grand Design rolls into the motorized market, with the debut of the Series-M 25FW Class C motorhome leading the way. By Bruce W. Smith July/August 2024 It’s rare…

Serendipitous Service My wife and I would like to recognize a good Samaritan for coming to our rescue during a visit to the beautiful province of Alberta on our way…

This tiny port town on the southern Oregon coast is a hidden gem for travel and adventure. By Bruce W. Smith July/August 2024 It’s late morning. Ahead, the sun is…

Pricing and specifics vary among companies that transport passengers and their vehicles by ferry, but this mode of transportation definitely is worth considering. By Elizabeth Castillo, F516827 July/August 2024 Hawser.…

Throughout the United States and Canada, parks and museums offer insights into these prehistoric rock stars. By Josephine Matyas, F468364 July/August 2024 I have a confession to make: I am…

CDC Revises Rules For Bringing A Dog Into U.S. In May 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced updated regulations for dogs being brought across the border into…

This fun-loving, family-oriented chapter will celebrate its 50th anniversary at a rally over Labor Day weekend. By Beth King, F285711, Secretary July/August 2024 Founded on February 9, 1974, the Yankee…

Summer Adventures Ahead For many RVers, summer is prime travel season. For FMCA members in particular, journeys include chapter and area rallies, and an international convention. National President Gary Milner…

Tips for replacing RV vinyl graphics when the time comes and how to care for them to extend their life. By Chris Dougherty, F263059 July/August 2024 If you’re like me…

Enjoy an RVers’ oasis in the heart of The Evergreen State. By Jan Lee July/August 2024 Washington state is a land of stunning contrasts. Snow-tipped mountains sit side by side…

From Tucson To Redmond After a successful and fun event in Arizona, we’re setting our sights on Central Oregon for FMCA’s “Adventure Peaks” convention in August.   National President Gary…

This small city blends art, culture, and cuisine amid a magnificent natural setting not far from Redmond, site of FMCA’s next international convention. By Jan Lee June 2024 Tucked into…

Now that you have your new home on wheels, what additional gear do you need to have on board? By Chris Dougherty, F263059 June 2024 Buying a new RV is…

Correction The April and May issues inadvertently listed dates for a Southeast Area Rally in February 2025. The Southeast Area will not be hosting a rally in 2025 so that…

Visit Winnebago Winnebago is offering free tours of its Iowa RV manufacturing facilities throughout the summer. Factory tours of the Forest City facility, where Winnebago Class A and C motorhomes…

You can carry a multitude of items in your RV toolbox, but needs vary based on your individual skill level. By Mark Quasius, F333630 June 2024 A recreational vehicle is…

This internationally known exposition attracts more than a million people each year to America’s heartland, among them fun-loving families who return year after year. By Crystal Hammes, F508127 June 2024…

Flight Evergreen Aviation And Space Museum By Bruce W. Smith Early in World War II, the U.S. was hard-pressed to transport troops and supplies to the war raging in Europe.…

A 33-foot travel trailer with a bunkhouse at the rear and a bedroom with a queen-size bed up front offers ample room for family adventures. By Bruce W. Smith June…

Share Your Favorite Travel Photos: Great scenery, unusual sights, wildlife, pets, RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; provide a brief description, including location, along with your…

Members of this chapter have enjoyed a half-century of fun. By Jane Wolf, F51930 June 2022 Founded in March 1974 and chartered that July, the Central Florida Roadrunners (CFR) became…

This California couple has discovered many treasures in their home state, including Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park — featured on the cover of this magazine — along with numerous other…

Part one of a series of articles offering information for folks just starting their RV journey. By Steve Froese, F276276 June 2024 Recently, I wrote an article about the importance…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. Chip Clip Set Nobody likes eating stale chips, and not all…

Replacement DEF sensors are now available. By Steve Bertling, F460062, & Ken Carpenter, F312233 June 2024 Feedback from diesel engine manufacturers indicates that a recall notice related to the DEF…

From its deep-rooted culinary culture to its historical importance, this maritime province offers plenty of things to do and see. By Josephine Matyas, F468364 June 2024 Finding fresh seafood while…