RVwest

Why stray when you can stay in the Canadian Rockies?

2013-05-14T17:40:+00:00

Bruce Schiman RVs close to his home in Cranbrook, as this scenic area of southern B.C. has all he could ever want to see.

Talking safety and security for RVers

2013-05-14T17:02:+00:00

Newbie snowbirds often have questions about safety in RV parks and boondocking sites.

Serving up Southern barbecue from a revamped RV

2013-05-13T21:17:+00:00

A converted 1975 class C Chevy motorhome is now Calgary's JoJo's BBQ, operated by Jody Barned, the Barbecue Queen.

The BC family that returns to its roots in Alberta every summer

2013-05-07T20:50:+00:00

Leah Taranger and Michael Meinig enjoy taking their two children camping in Alberta in their Palomino tent trailer.

Adventures abound in Whitehorse

2013-05-07T20:24:+00:00

Nature lovers and history buffs can explore the region by bike, foot, or aboard a stationary steamship in beautiful Whitehorse, Yukon.

Hudson’s Hope, playground of the Peace

2013-05-06T22:50:+00:00

With camping, swimming and dinosaur exhibits, you don’t have to do much digging to find family fun in Hudson’s Hope.

Immerse yourself in history in north central BC

2013-05-06T22:04:+00:00

Family-friendly historic sites in the Prince George area offer displays, demonstrations and good old-fashioned fun for all ages.

Drive the circle tour from High Level

2013-05-06T21:41:+00:00

Whether it’s a visit to a real trading post, a day of golf or a picnic at the beach, there is plenty to keep them busy in High Level, Alberta.

Where the lake is right downtown

2013-05-06T18:12:+00:00

Sylvan Lake is the perfect destination for family gatherings and this year, as the town celebrates its 100th anniversary, there is even more going on.

Farms, food and fun in Kelowna this summer

2013-05-02T18:17:+00:00

The Farm to Table agri-tourism program is one of Tourism Kelowna's top picks for family fun this year.

Back to the good old days in comfort and style

2013-05-02T16:57:+00:00

A compact trailer lets Brian and Maria Van Snellenberg enjoy camping holidays like they used to with their kids.

Insuring an RV you leave parked in the States

2013-05-02T02:05:+00:00

RVers who live in Canada but lease a lot in an RV park in Washington state wonder who will insure their vehicle.

Experience an Escape

2013-05-01T21:21:+00:00

Something unique about Escape Trailer Industries is that customers are able to custom design every detail of their new trailers.

Making Lihapullat or Finnish meatballs

2013-05-01T16:19:+00:00

I came across this recipe as I was doing a book review for Apples under the Bed, a recollection and recipe book.

Top things to see and do in Mammoth Lakes

2013-04-30T23:59:+00:00

You won’t find a better place for a family RVing holiday than this California dream location.

Full of pleasant surprises

2013-04-29T17:32:+00:00

For most families, camping is about the opportunity to relax outdoors, explore nature and have fun together. Mackenzie, B.C., it turns out, is a great destination for all three.

Top things to see and do at Waterton Lakes National Park

2013-04-28T15:38:+00:00

At this multifaceted camping destination, you really can have it all.

Activities abound in Edson

2013-04-26T14:11:+00:00

Edson, Alberta, should be more than just a stop en route. Its natural surroundings, friendly community and surprising attractions are worth taking a little time to discover.

Top things to see and do in Squamish

2013-04-26T00:49:+00:00

With its plentiful recreation and entertainment options, Squamish is a delightful place to bring the family.

A delicious family-friendly destination

2013-04-25T20:00:+00:00

Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island, is known as the Harbour City as well as the source of a deliciously decadent dessert.