The beauty of Colorado becomes even more breathtaking each year as summer fades to fall, and the leaves of the aspen trees turn the mountainsides into dazzling displays of golds…

Weather, electronics, and poor maintenance can result in an assault on batteries. A trip to the battery bank and a few simple steps can keep your RV revved up and…

Often ubiquitous, roadside signs entertain, inform, and help pass the miles. By Dorothy Rieke August 2021 Ben met Anna Made a hit Neglected Beard Ben-Anna Split Burma-Shave   How delighted…

Jeff and Denise Del Favero decided to give RVing a try for a year. They aren’t done yet. By Denise Del Favero, F509249 August 2021 At a certain point, you…

Fleetwood RV has embarked on a new frontier — literally — with the introduction of this nicely equipped diesel pusher. By Lazelle Jones August 2021 The Fleetwood RV division of…

In our RV, the hatch that our power cord runs through has rollers around the bottom of the opening to help make the rolling and unrolling smooth. However, the edges…

It’s summer. Time to park your RV in the shade, eat some watermelon, and just plain chill. Fortunately, technology can make all of that easier. Well, except maybe the watermelon…

Daimler Trucks North America 21V-209: Certain motorhomes built on 2021 Freightliner Cascadia chassis with an automated manual transmission. A clutch flange failure may cause loose parts to fall into the…

From the little-known Newberry National Volcanic Monument to the Big Obsidian Flow, central Oregon’s volcanic past erupts a visitor’s sense of historic and scientific wonder. By Anna Lee Braunstein Photos…

Love For Porsches, RV Life The May edition of Family RVing arrived, and my wife, Pam, got it first. As she was reading it, I glanced over her shoulder and…

Kid Zone Add to family fun during your travels with these games and other items designed for youngsters. By Skip Tate, Associate Editor  Sandcastle Kit In order for kids to…

Awnings provide protection from sunlight, rain, and debris, and with regular cleaning and a little maintenance, they can prove to be a cool part of any RV. By Mark Quasius,…

Go glamping in this luxury travel trailer, which blends art deco looks with modern technology. By Robbin Gould, Editor July 2021 William Hawley Bowlus was a renowned figure in the…

The Gateway Getaways chapter gets back to rallying and having fun. By Dennis Hunt, F19904D July 2021 Coca-Cola likes to say that it’s the real thing. Not for members of…

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…

  By Steve Froese, F276276   FMCA received a question regarding a reader’s fresh-water plumbing system: “Sometimes when I am hooked to city water in an RV park, my domestic…

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…

Airstream Inc. 21V-195: Certain 2017-2020 Basecamp travel trailers manufactured from September 8, 2016, to August 8, 2019. The mounting bolts that secure the air conditioner to the roof may loosen…

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!…