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Logo of LVM Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada

Exclusive Class A LVM Resort concludes record rally season with great success

With five successful rallies under its belt, the season at the exclusive LVM Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada wraps up.

June 2015
Once home to the diocese's bishop, this stately home now serves as a bed and breakfast inn.

Photo courtesy of  Economic Development Gravelbourg

Historical tourism in Gravelbourg

This history-rich Saskatchewan town has its share of heritage attractions.

June 2015 » by Danielle Cameron
Picture of trailer at campsite

Two new directors elected at RV Care Network

Joining other members from across Canada, two new directors were elected by RV Care Network Ltd. to help lead the growth and development of the national organization. 

June 2015
Jayco trailer

Jayco toy haulers gaining momentum in Canada

Octane was the number one selling toy hauler travel trailer in the Canadian market year to date.

June 2015
cowboy books

Explore Western culture, American history in Nevada’s Cowboy Country

Visit northern Nevada — also known as Nevada’s Cowboy Country.

June 2015
Dozens of couples dancing on the hardwood floor of Danceland.

Mineral waters made Manitou Beach a 1930s tourist destination

Today's visitors can hear the echoes of delighted tourists dancing, relaxing in mineral waters and watching movies at the drive-in.

June 2015 » by Nowell Berg
WardAir float plane dock in Yellowknife NWT, circa 1956.

Colourful characters, vibrant communities and lots of history: Northwest Territories

Take an RV journey north to the land of the midnight sun: NWT, Yellowknife and points in between.

May 2015 » by Nowell Berg
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Hunting is a way of life from which countless stories are told

Explore the vast mountainous terrain as Lloyd Antypowich takes you on hunting adventures in search of what drives his passion and motivation.

May 2015 » by Nicole Lind
One of eight original buildings on site at the Heritage park Museum in Terrace, B.C.

Terrace history before and after European contact

The Gitselasu lived in harmony with nature for thousands of years before George Little founded the town of Terrace in 1905. Today’s visit to Terrace is not complete without experiencing firsthand both elements of local history.

May 2015 » by Jessica Kirby
A happy senior couple standing with their clubs on a golf green.

Healthy lifestyles for RVers

Exploring local attractions and using the amenities offered by RV parks can help you make it to the recommended 10,000 steps a day for optimum health.

May 2015 » by Elizabeth James
BC Ferries' Coastal Celebration en route from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay.

BC Ferries open up new roads

A summertime promotion makes riding the ferries more affordable for RVers.

May 2015 » by Nowell Berg
LaScala Jewellery, Camrose, Alberta.

Camrose remembers where it came from

This prairie city celebrates Founders Day every year, has two museums and a main street full of restored heritage buildings.

May 2015 » by DaleAnn Shellborn
Point Atkinson, West Vancouver, is a National Historic Site of Canada

Urban history in West Van

One of the two National Historic Sites of Canada in West Vancouver celebrates the community’s origins, and the other enables its growth.

May 2015 » by Marie Milner
U.S. troops arrive in Dawson Creek, B.C., in March 1942

The Alaska Highway: why and how

The Alaska Highway is a monument to intelligent, mutually beneficial collaboration between the United States and Canada.

May 2015 » by Marie Milner
California magazine stack

California Road Trips 2015 Offers Secret Finds and Insider Tips

California Invite Visitors: Golden State Road Trips 2015 offers secret finds and insider tips.

May 2015
backroadz truck tent

Napier Backroadz Truck Tent

For the cost of one night in a hotel room, you can now own a Backroadz 13 Series Truck Tent.

May 2015
Napier Backroadz SUV tent

Napier Backroadz SUV 13100 Tent

The Backroadz SUV Tent quickly transforms your SUV or Minivan into a comfortable home away fom home.

May 2015
Jay Flight model

Jayco Jay Flight celebrates 10 years as number one selling RV worldwide

Jayco’s line of Jay Flight travel trailers is the family favourite.

May 2015
Alberta Legislature Building and reflection, Edmonton Alberta

From private life to public office, Edmonton has a history for that

Whether it’s a private member’s bill or a private residence you’re interested in, Edmonton takes its history public.

April 2015 » by Trina Ayling
RV trailer

Insurance must be a priority for full-time RVers

Content and liability insurance is a must for all homeowners, including those who live in an RV.

April 2015 » by Elizabeth James
Two children playing on a dinosaur display at the Exploration Place in Prince George, B.C.

Experience the history of north-central BC at two Prince George museums

Visit Prince George this summer to experience local First Nations culture, enjoy 100 years of local railway and forestry history or go back to paleolithic times

April 2015 » by Trina Ayling
A display of native items, including  beaded moccasons, a miniture canoe, dreamcatcher and a beaded purse  from the Mackenzie Crossroads Museum and Visitor centre at High Level.

Passing through High Level? Don’t pass up a look at this old-but-new little town

High Level may not be old, but it has history. Don't miss the Mackenzie Crossroads Museum and Visitor Information Centre.

April 2015 » by Jessica Kirby
RV set up for camping fun

Cruise Inn family grows with addition of 10 RV parks and campgrounds

(Coral Springs, FL) – Cruise Inn℠, the most exciting development to hit the outdoor hospitality industry in years, has recently added 10 locations in five states to its network of RV Parks and campgrounds throughout the U.S.

April 2015
Alumi-tread hybrid RV step

Lippert Components® introduces new Alumi-Tread™ hybrid RV step

The new Alumi-Tread™ hybrid RV step, features strong, steel linkage and attractive aluminum treads with anti-slip rubber grooves for excellent traction.

April 2015
rendition of the El Dorado RV sales building

El Dorado RV in Lethbridge getting set to build new facility

Just west of Lethbridge, Alberta, fronting busy highway #3, is the future new home of El Dorado RV Sales.

March 2015
Innisfail Growers' booth at a farmers market.

Putting an experience to your food

March 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
Writing and marketing staff for RVwest magazine, with publisher, Keith Powell

RVers: A power in the community

Using reader input and current technology, RVwest has become the leading RV multi-platform publishing company in Western Canada.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
Yum Bakery is one of the vendors at the Calgary Farmers' Market.

Experience the Calgary Farmers’ Market

This booming market is one of the biggest attractions for RVers camping in the Calgary vicinity.

March 2015 » by Danielle Cameron

Get your fill of fresh market goods

The Pioneer Country Farmers Market is a big hit among those in Pincher Creek and area.

March 2015 » by Danielle Cameron

Make Melville your next stop

With its wide selection of things to see and do, Melville, Saskatchewan, is a perfect place to go RVing.

March 2015 » by Danielle Cameron
Borno Farms market garden near Vanderhoof, B.C.

Edible abundance in Vanderhoof

Farmers around Vanderhoof, B.C., share their products at the weekly summertime farmers markets in the town.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
Lorraine and Larry Layden at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort RV Park

RVing in style

Fond memories and love of the area have kept Larry and Lorraine Layden coming back to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for decades.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
Field crops and date trees create the foreground for the Indio Hills Mountain Range in Indio, California.

No drought about it: Agritourism yields good time in Indio

The farms of Indio, California, are important contributors to agriculture production and are producers of some of the world's best-tasting dates.

March 2015 » by Trina Ayling
Dwayne, Bernadette and Leah O'Quinn

Maritimers at Fairmont

A holiday at Fairmont Hot Springs is a little bit of heaven for this family.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
Nimitz cattle grazing on tender green grass.

From farm to farmers market

When you purchase Nimitz meat, you are getting beef holistically raised under the best conditions along the Kiskatinaw River

March 2015 » by Barb Rees
A photo showing some of the produce growing at Corner Veggies in Jaffray, B.C.

Homegrown in Jaffray

Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers Market and Corner Veggies will keep you well supplied with fresh homegrown products throughout the summer.

 

March 2015 » by DaleAnn Shellborn
The golden beet salad, accompanied by white wine, was one of the items on a Whistler tasting tours. It was served at the FireRock Lounge in the Westin Hotel.

A tasting tour of Whistler is a fine way to sample some made-in-B.C. food and drink

Come along with Sandra Albers on a tasting tour of Whistler, B.C.

March 2015 » by Sandra Albers
Alberta Prairie Railway includes a real-to-life train robbery and on-board entertainment

Get on board the RVwest Rally in Alberta

The RV Rally will be held on September 11 to 14, 2015.

March 2015 » by Keith Powell
View of Turtle Mountain in the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta

Blairmore offers more than a history lesson

There’s more to Blairmore, Alberta, than a rich mining history. From trails, lakes and forest to the annual Doors Open and Heritage Festival, this small town serves up arts, culture and an abundance of natural beauty for the tourist to explore.

 

March 2015 » by Trina Ayling
An old steam train stopped at the station Alberta Prairie Railway.

Get on board the RVwest Rally in Alberta

 The RV Rally will be held on September 11 to 14, 2015.

March 2015 » by Keith Powell
canadream rv and mountain view

CanaDream announces the purchase of the RV Rental Operations of Westcoast Mountain Camper

CanaDream is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of substantially all of the assets and business of Westcoast for an aggregate purchase price of $1.58 million.

March 2015
Mike Whitty

Wrap Up: Spring RV Sales Tune-up

Thank you for attending our first-ever RVwest webcast/tele-seminar.

March 2015
2 boys walking through a shaded forest with their arms over each other's shoulders. The words Bring back the Wildhood have been overlayed the photo.

Re-capture your wildhood

A new campaign launched by Go RVing Canada aims to help Canadians reconnect with their sense of childhood adventure and to encourage all Canadians to tap into their natural-born camper.

March 2015 » by Kimberly Shellborn
Chickenstock Music Festival

A small town with big personality

Come to Chicken, Alaska, for warm hospitality and laid-back charm.

March 2015 » by Danielle Cameron
Photo courtesy Monique Roadknight

Eat local in Powell River

This coastal community has an abundance of local products that are available at weekly markets.

March 2015 » by Danielle Cameron
Haskap or Honeyberries...the new super fruit, grown at Moon Druid.

Agriculture a pillar of Camrose

Camrose, Alberta has incredibly rich and fertile farmland and one of the most thriving farmers' markets in the region.

March 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
High Level is a community of just under 4,000 people.

High Level, Alberta, celebrating 50th anniversary

March 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
Cover of JC Penny catologue

J.C. Penney brings back print catalog

J.C. Penney is set to relaunch their print catalog this spring, after the retail giant shut down the “Big Book” in 2009.

March 2015
Flowers and produce on display at the Osoyoos farmers market

Osoyoos, B.C., is summertown

The beach resort community of Osoyoos, B.C., is a perfect home base for the summer visitor who wants to explore the local food and wine scene.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
Theresa Pedersen bottles at Left Field Cider Co.

Left Field Cider Co. is all about the apples

Left Field Cider Co. makes traditional craft cider using only the juice of apples, without any concentrates or flavours. 

March 2015 » by Carol Ann Quibell
Barb Geisbrecht at the Fort St. John farmers market.  She is selling saskatoon jams, sauces, juice concentrate, candles, pie filling and pies.

Berries, bees and bison thrive in Fort St. John

Much more than oil and gas, Fort St. John, B.C., has a thriving agricultural community.

March 2015 » by Barb Rees
Sebastian Halyard is a full-time backcountry RVer

The spaces between the places

At 65, Sebastian Halyard is looking forward to at least a few more years of living off the grid in precious solitude.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
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RV Care, Canada’s largest RV dealer network, presents “RV Care APPROVED”

RV Care is introducing a new supplier‐approved program.

March 2015
View of bridge and rail crossing in autumn colours at Pine River near Chetwynd, B.C.

Lakes, trails and chainsaw carvings

Despite being less than 100 years old, the District of Chetwynd highlights the timeless beauty of ancient floodplains, virgin mountains and clear lakes while also attracting a bevy of local and international visitors wishing to admire the modern art of chainsaw sculpture.

March 2015 » by Trina Ayling
Larry Stefanyk of Campbell River, B.C., with a large, silver salmon

Harvest the waters in Campbell River, B.C.

A visit to Campbell River, B.C., is an opportunity to fish for and feast on a wonderful variety of fish and shellfish.

March 2015 » by Marie Milner
The Gallery on 3rd features local artists and artists from around the province.

Art and nature combine beautifully in Watrous and Manitou Beach

Watrous and Manitou Beach are home to many visual artists, and their varied works enhance the life of the community.

February 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
A colourful display of vegetables, carrots, beets, green, red and yellow peppers on a table.

Farmers markets in the Lower Mainland

Celebrate what is made, baked, grown or raised in B.C. 

February 2015 » by Elizabeth James
Barb and Dave Rees at the Victoriaville mall at the Thunder Bay Country Market

Eating local across Canada

Eat your way across Canada from farmers market to farmers market

February 2015 » by Barb Rees
Ariel view of JWD Market Garden, Outlook SK

Outlook, Saskatchewan, not to be overlooked

This central Saskatchewan town may be small in stature, but it’s big on natural beauty, homegrown produce and outdoor fun.

February 2015 » by Trina Ayling
Brown Eggs and Lamb Country Store, Lacombe, AB displays locally milled flour on an outdoor shelf.

Farm fresh foods: Lacombe delivers the goods

Among the lakes, parks and golf greens in Lacombe, Alberta, are charming country stores and farmers’ markets bursting with seasonal produce, fresh dairy, grass-fed meats, poultry and eggs.

February 2015 » by Trina Ayling
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Spring RV Sales Tune-up

Want to sharpen your sales skills before the launch of another busy spring and summer RV selling season? This FREE tele-seminar is designed to help RV sales people, sales managers and general managers sharpen their selling and closing skills.

February 2015
Jayco Alante 29L

Jayco expands gas Class A motorhome offerings with new Alante

The Alante Class A motorhome will initially be available in four floor plans.

February 2015
Jeff in Banff National Park.

Adventure of a lifetime

Jeff and Janet Garcia sold their house and are on a two-year adventure to see national parks around North America.

February 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
Evidence of where Bud and Rhonda have traveled.

Fun from coast to coast

Bud and Rhonda Beeman and their dog Buddy have travelled from coast to coast with never a dull moment.

February 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
Veggies grown by Rick and Karen Parent. 

Growing a new way of life for northern B.C.

Rick and Karen Parent invented and patented the RV tow bar. Now they're experimenting with food production techniques in Mackenzie. 

February 2015 » by Karen Kornelsen
The Skeena Valley Farmers Market in Terrace attracts a bustling crowd.

The Okanagan of the north

Terrace, B.C., was considered the breadbasket of the northwest by the early pioneers.

February 2015 » by Virginia Rasch
RV Care logo

RV Care, Canada’s largest RV dealer network presents “RV Travelers’s Choice”

To meet the RV consumer’s need for simple, fair priced RV parts and accessories. 

February 2015
Lake Koocanusa

Report recommends how to address recreation issues at Koocanusa

Recreation use must balance economic value, ecological integrity and health and safety concerns.

February 2015
Idaho state park logo

Idaho’s state parks system is looking for corporate sponsors

Idaho’s state parks system is looking for corporate sponsors for signs, brochures, group picnic shelters and the like, as part of its effort to make the parks system largely pay for itself.

February 2015
Quartzsite

Snowbirding 101

Quartzsite after the shows and vendors

They say you can get anything you want in Quartzsite, but you have to wait until the vendors show up. Before that all you see is an outline of what’s coming.

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