Canada and the United States celebrate their friendship at this impressive preserve. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor July 2019 Minot, North Dakota, is approximately 80 miles from the Canadian border.…

Campground locations across North America celebrate the easy, breezy days of summer with special activities and events. By Jeff Crider July 2019 RV enthusiasts know that camping is one of…

It’s wise to familiarize yourself with possible solutions to the many issues that affect motorhome handling and drivability. By Mark Quasius, F333630 July 2019 When a motorhome handles well, it…

Larry Deese turns humble golf carts into eye-catching vehicles. By John Johnston, Associate Editor July 2019 Let’s say you’re in the market for a golf cart. Not just a run-of-the-mill…

Sacrifices Made For Our Freedom Patriotism flies high each year as a small Texas town provides a hero’s welcome to U.S. Medal of Honor recipients. National President Jon Walker, F268778…

Hose Hanger When I kept my city water hose on the floor of my RV’s storage bay, I would place items on top of the hose, which meant I had…

The North Dakota State Fairgrounds will come alive with myriad activities when FMCA comes to town. By Robbin Gould, Editor July 2019 If you plan to attend FMCA’s 100th International…

Find fun and friendship in and around Nevada’s most famous town. By John H. Hill, F385832, Chapter President July 2019 The Vegas Blackjacks RV Club celebrated its 10th anniversary this…

FMCA University “graduates” its first RVers Extraordinaire. By John Johnston, Associate Editor’ July 2019 Mike Walsh of Franklin, North Carolina, and Jim Johnson of Altoona, Iowa, don’t know each other,…

Correction The website address was incorrect for November Rain, a company listed in the June 2019 “RV Products” column (page 24). The website is www.novemberrain.co. Proposed First Responders Chapter I…

Child-friendly travel tips from a young full-timing family. By Jennifer Ingram, F485755 July 2019 RV travel is a wonderful way to see and experience the world in which we live.…

July 2019 For at least 10 years, John and Nancy Alguire, F82262, hosted a Fourth of July rally at their Mechanicville, New York, home for members of FMCA’s Bussin’ Buddies…

Thor And KOA Join Forces On Trash Removal Thor Industries Inc. and Kampgrounds of America (KOA) have partnered on a program called Pick Up America. The campaign’s first initiative encourages…

Tips for improving fuel economy, finding water leaks in an RV, sanitizing the fresh water system, new tech, Ask the RV Doctor, purchasing RV tires, keeping a watch on RV…

By Gary Bunzer, The RV Doctor Tech Talk E-Newsletter — June 2019 During times of rising fuel prices, RV owners may be quick to ponder whether such scenic travel continues…

Several world-class collections are displayed under one roof in Wisconsin. By Neala McCarten June 2019 One of the world’s most stunning and comprehensive museums of glass art began with a…

The 2019 election of FMCA National Officers will be held August 14, 2019, at FMCA’s 100th International Convention in Minot, North Dakota. For details and to read the resumes of…

Formerly for Safari Trek owners only, this new chapter is open to all FMCA members. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor June 2019 FMCA’s newest chapter is a longstanding group affiliated…

Turn-Alarm can do more than alert drivers that a turn signal is still on. By Mark Quasius, F333630 June 2019 It happens to almost everybody. After passing a vehicle on…

Celebrating Chapters Reflections on these valuable subgroups of FMCA, including the successful Chapter Block Party in Perry. National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com You may have heard it said before:…

Gracie, a 6-pound toy mixed breed pup (poodle, Chihuahua, and Yorkshire terrier), appeared ready to take matters, and the steering wheel, into her own paws after traveling by motorhome from…

FMCA member and diesel mechanic Dave Atherton enjoys sharing his expertise. By Gary Milner, F409834 FMCA National Vice President, Midwest Area June 2019 As you travel, you can meet some…

Allan and Mary-Ann Knight, F490316 Home: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada. Occupations: Allan: President, Knight Web Services Inc. Mary-Ann: Bookkeeper. RV: 2011 Winnebago Tour, named Bailey. How we named the motorhome: Mary-Ann:…

Winnebago Partners With National Park Foundation Winnebago Industries in March 2019 announced a multiyear partnership with the National Park Foundation in support of Find Your Park. The public awareness campaign…

This “go anywhere” Type B motorhome, built on the Ram ProMaster chassis, offers the flexibility of two seating areas and is packed with functionality and high-tech features. By Lazelle Jones…

Flip-Up Storage Space Many RV dinette chairs have at least a 4-inch-deep space under the cushions. If that’s the case, the seats can be modified to make a storage compartment.…

Rally attendees included a founding member. By Vicky Althoff, F107762 June 2019 Members of the California FMCA HMC chapter celebrated the group’s 30th anniversary at a rally held February 28…

A French marquis, a future president, and a man who sold bubble bath are credited with making this North Dakota town what it is today. By Anna Lee Braunstein June…

By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor June 2019 Fluid I have a 2019 Solitude fifth-wheel from Grand Design RV. It has a six-jack leveling system made by Lippert Components. One jack…

App File Free Overnight Parking Many places allow RVers to stay a night, gratis. Just remember: If you plan to park in a store’s lot, common courtesy, as well as…

Awning Room Maybe you need room to rumba, or just extra space in which to relax. Carefree of Colorado’s Vacation’r awning room adds covered living space next to your RV.…

Fargo, North Dakota, and nearby Moorhead, Minnesota, offer museums, sports, historical attractions and more, all tucked into one of North America’s largest agricultural regions. By Scooter Pursley June 2019 In…

The Extension Story I was interested in the article “Education, Enrichment Through ‘Extension’” by Phillip Meeks in the March 2019 issue (page 48). Having worked for the local cooperative extension…

Entegra Coach 19V-175: Certain 2019 Esteem motorhomes manufactured from January 15, 2019, to February 6, 2019. The parking brake cable ends may be too small, allowing the cable to disconnect,…

Lithium-iron-phosphate models offer longer cycle life and other advantages. By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor May 2019 RV manufacturers and battery providers have long sought more efficient ways to supply the…

Getting back on the road heightens anticipation of adventures that await. By Dana Helvey, F82102 May 2019 During my motorhome travels over the last 45 years, I’ve learned a lot…

Rocking Chair You probably loved being rocked as a baby, so why not rock your way to better relaxation as an adult? The RoadTrip Rocker, from GCI Outdoor, is full…

Enchanting things to see, taste, and do while in Minot, North Dakota, for FMCA’s 100th International Convention and RV Expo. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor May 2019 FMCA members will…

Thor’s Erwin Hymer Purchase Excludes North American Unit Thor Industries Inc. completed its acquisition of Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) on February 1, 2019. The deal created the world’s largest RV…

Campground Spotlight Rincon Country West RV Resort, Tucson, Arizona The RV park that won the 2018 Mega Park of the Year Award from the National Association of RV Parks and…

Making a plan and having the proper equipment can help to avert disaster. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 An RV fire can quickly lead to devastating damage; injury; or,…

Don’t Forget About FMCAssist We have been FMCA members for a couple of years now. When I signed us up, it was because we had purchased a 40-foot motorhome that…

This gasoline-powered motorhome checks many boxes in the comfort and convenience categories. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 Newmar is widely known for its high-quality diesel-pusher motorhomes. However, that same…

FMCA’s 99th International Convention and RV Expo received high marks from many attendees as being one of the association’s best ever.  By Robbin Gould, Editor Photos by Lindsay Prince, Graphic…

International Space Station And FMCA How cutting-edge technology connects the two. National President Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com I am having a very strange experience sitting here today writing my May…

The company has entered the full-size travel trailer market with lightweight, aerodynamic units designed to be the next generation of RVs. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 From their private-jet-inspired…

Bill and Cheryl Conrod, F489157 Home: Grand Junction, Colorado. Occupations: Retired from federal and education work. RV: A 2008 17-foot Casita travel trailer. RVing since: October 2008, but both of…

America’s northern neighbor knows how to tempt the taste buds. By Janet Groene, F47166 May 2019 Few places do spring and summer better than Canada. Are you a Canadian snowbird…

May 2019 R.G. Wilson believed that God should be first in every family. He said so in the “President’s Message” column he wrote for Family Motor Coaching magazine in September…