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Loving life on the road, wherever it may take them
Marsha Golem loves the unstructured lifestyle of RVing, while husband Butch loves that he can combine his love for RVing with his summertime work.

Simplicity is bliss for Jim and Marianne Ziegler
Deciding to trade in their possessions and house for a full-time RV lifestyle turned out to be exactly what this British Columbian couple needed to stay young.

Tour the ghost town of Bannack
Bannack State Park in Montana brings Wild West history to life.

Taking the plunge to full-time RVing
Former Williams Lake residents Barb and Duncan Gilchrist are easing into the full-timer lifestyle by exploring their own province for awhile.

El Centro celebrates American history and Mexican culture
The largest city in California's Imperial Valley embraces the culture of its large Mexican population.

Red Bluff is all about cowboys and crawdads
The Red Bluff Roundup and the Crawdad Festival are this California city’s two biggest events of the year.

Take a wine tour through Eugene
The Eugene area of Oregon is home to 12 unique wineries and vineyards, all within a 57-mile loop.

The best of Sherwood Park
Sherwood Park hits the key points of Alberta’s legacy with history, sports and the outdoors.

History abounds at Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park
Pictographs and petroglyphs at this National Historic Site allow an insight into life from thousands of years ago.

Eagle River Tourism RV Park
The Alexis Nakota Sioux First Nation owns the new Eagle River Tourism RV Park near Whitecourt, Alberta.

Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC
Programs designed to help young anglers, families and new anglers discover the joy of fishing.

Save energy for a stop at a BC Hydro Visitor Centre this season
BC Hydro has four unique facilities where visitors can see the inner functions of the province's energy producers.

Boomtown culture resounds in Camrose and county
The city of Camrose may have sprung up overnight, but visitors to the area should plan more time than that to take in its unique culture.

Pincher Creek is a hub for history
How Pincher Creek got its name and other quirky facts about this gateway to Waterton Park.

Bring your bicycle to Devon, Alberta
Just southwest of Edmonton along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River is the town that oil built.

See Saskatchewan’s Sistine Chapel in Gravelbourg
Parish priest Charles Maillard emigrated from France and spent 10 years painting the local cathedral.

Enjoy the Arizona outback
Attractions around Brenda, Arizona, are a treat for history buffs and tourists alike.

A cultural tour of Arizona State Parks
Experience Arizona’s military, mining and architectural history at these three state parks.

Anaheim revamps its historic packing district
Orange County offers visitors an escape from the commercial to a destination rooted in local culture.

Explore yesterday today at Fort Steele
Fort Steele Heritage Town offers visitors insight into life 100 years ago in the East Kootenay region.

Kimberley’s community lifestyle
Kimberley has a unique outdoor lifestyle that visitors can soak up whether they are there for a night or more.

Boswell boasts an interesting history
This welcoming community is located on the eastern shore of Kootenay Lake.

How we live and work in our RV
In lieu of a new house or apartment, Kari and Juan Bruno purchased a 1994 Monaco La Palma motorhome for full-time living.

Saskatchewan’s multicultural heritage
Learn about Saskatchewan's First Nations or celebrate the culture of settlers from around the world.

Once upon a time in Steveston
Steveston, BC, stands in for Storybrooke, Maine, in the ABC drama Once Upon A Time.

Celebrate Canada’s aviation culture in Wetaskiwin
See the 223-acre Reynolds-Alberta transportation museum and Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame.

Passing on the RVing experience to their children
The Srubowich family likes compact and cost-effective RVing in their Palomino Yearling pop-up trailer.

Turning a hobby into art
Carving, after all, is in my blood. I recalled my grandmother telling me many times that my great grandfather was a master carver and had worked on many of the furnishings that went down with the Titanic.

Round-up of culture at Omak, Washington
Rodeo is tied into the roots of the ranching community at Omak.

Saskatoon shines with culture all summer long
After a long cold winter, Saskatoon is always ready for some hot summer fun with a multitude of festivals and events.

Red Deer celebrates a century
It's been 100 years since Red Deer was incorporated and this central Alberta town has plenty to celebrate.

High Level offers a history lesson in Northern culture
Visitors to the Mackenzie crossroads area have an opportunity to take in authentic First Nation culture while experiencing the area's natural beauty.

Edmonton: a festival every weekend
Edmonton is a mecca for cultural, heritage and historical opportunities all year round.

The rich heritage of Blairmore
There is so much to do in historical Blairmore and the surrounding towns that make up the culturally rich municipality of Crownest Pass.

Its all about the great outdoors at Fairmont Hot Springs
Jocelyn MacGregor enjoys showing people around spectacular Fairmont Hot Springs and filling them in about the area's natural history.

History galore in Nanaimo
Mining heritage, a military past, a unique native culture—The city of Nanaimo serves up a rich history.

Take a hike
Ina and Allan Mellor, full-time RVers and wholehearted hikers, especially like exploring the terrain of the southwestern United States.

Serving up Southern barbecue from a revamped RV
A converted 1975 class C Chevy motorhome is now Calgary's JoJo's BBQ, operated by Jody Barned, the Barbecue Queen.

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

Full of pleasant surprises
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.

Activities abound in Edson
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.

A delicious family-friendly destination
Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island, is known as the Harbour City as well as the source of a deliciously decadent dessert.

Top things to see and do in Beaver County
An agri-tourism hot spot in close proximity to Edmonton, Beaver County is a joy to visit.

Make Fort Nelson your family’s destination in the northern Rockies
Here's what to look for if you're RVing with kids in and around Fort Nelson, B.C.

Yuma is not just for snowbirds
Adult members of the family can choose to participate or simply observe as their children canoe or fish the Colorado River, splash about at the water park, and tour a former prison in Yuma, Arizona.

Amenities and attractions of El Centro
El Centro, California, situated at the heart of a desert playground, is strongly influenced by its proximity to Mexico and hosts festivals all year round.

Mile 0 Park is headquarters for family fun in Dawson Creek
A campground, pioneer village and man-made lake make up this park situated at the start of the Alaska Highway.

Bring the family to Barkerville for an adventure they won’t forget
Learn about gold mining in the mid-1800s while visiting Barkerville Historic Town, a restored gold rush town in central British Columbia.

Alpine delights in Kimberley
Kimberley, the Bavarian City of the Rockies, is a paradise for families keen on adventure in the great outdoors.

Anyone can be a birder
An avid birdwatcher shares her tips to make the pastime a great one for anybody.

It’s summer playtime in Chetwynd
Visitors to Chetwynd, B.C., can explore the great outdoors or take in the annual Chainsaw Carving Championship or the Let ‘Er Rip! country music festival.

RV Voyageurs
René and Jeanette Genereux are semi-retirees who use their RV to enjoy winters and to explore some of their other hobbies, such as riding motorcycles and the outdoors.

What RVing means to this Alberta family
Ryan Van Orman and his wife, Nicole, love the chance to get out camping with their kids and other family and friends in places around Alberta.

A family-run oasis on the Prairies
For 40 years or so, Prairie Oasis Tourist Complex in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, has been a popular destination for vacationers and family groups.

Exploring nature on Vancouver’s North Shore
The North Shore community of West Vancouver offers a range of outdoor activities to engage thrill-seekers and nature explorers of all ages.