After serving in the Army in Vietnam and Korea, Sgt. First Class Joe Wright finally made his way back to his hometown of Houston, Texas, where he was assigned to…

This new Type B motorhome incorporates a once-popular feature: a pop-top roof. By Lazelle Jones April 2021 The idea originated decades ago: to create a pop-up sleeping quarter on the…

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…

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…

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…

By Steve Froese, F276276 What better way to shake off 2020 than to enjoy a family RV trip? And what better time than now? Spring is upon us, which means…

Airstream Inc. 20V-773: Certain 2019 Classic, Flying Cloud, and International travel trailers equipped with Dometic three-burner stoves and manufactured from May 7, 2018, to May 31, 2019. Overtightening the stove’s…

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…

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…

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,…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

Ann and Drew Leach, F500983 Occupations: We used to be a Realtor and a transcriber. Now we’re social media influencers. Follow us: RunawayWithUsRV. Home: Box Elder, South Dakota. RV: 2016…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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,…

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…

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”…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

The following recall notices are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN, visit www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchSafetyIssues. NHTSA’s…

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…

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…

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…

A guide to 2021-model-year vehicles that manufacturers have indicated can be flat towed behind a motorhome without significant modifications. 2021 Towables        

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…