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Two little blond girls playing on a beach

Farragut State Park is a favourite

Many beaches, a vast lake, nearby shops and an amusement park, trails for hiking and cycling, and large, private campsites—Farragut State Park in Idaho has them all.

April 2013 » by Marie Milner

Plan for a fun family vacation in Red Deer

See the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame, explore nature or visit Fort Normandeau in the city of Red Deer, Alberta.

April 2013 » by Jessica Kirby
Senior couple stand with a large Everest RV behind them

Holidaying close to home

Paul and Jean Piché like the convenient location and the amenities at Manitou Beach, Saskatchewan, and meeting friends there for long weekends has become a summer tradition.

April 2013 » by Marie Milner
Park model RV with a full-length fenced deck

Summer at Candle Lake

Candle Lake, 45 minutes northeast of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, has a friendly, family-style summer community.

April 2013 » by Marie Milner
two boys fishing in a creek

Get outdoors with the family in Fruitvale

The area surrounding this picturesque village in southeastern B.C. offers camping, hiking and fishing for the whole family.

April 2013 » by Jessica Kirby

Waterfalls and dinosaurs in Tumbler Ridge

See a waterfall higher than Niagara Falls, then check out the Dinosaur Discovery Museum.

April 2013 » by Jessica Kirby

A grandmother’s guide to RVing central Alberta in style

Mary-Ellen Albers shares how she packs her grandkids and their toys into a 23-foot Westwind trailer.

April 2013 » by Stephanie Warner
mountains, sunset, tree, dandelions

There’s plenty of fun for families in the beautiful Creston Valley

Take a guided tour of the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area, ride your bike or visit a farm in Creston.

 

April 2013 » by Carol Ann Quibell
hikers looking at a river

Families enjoy the network of trails near Williams Lake

Family vacations to Williams Lake may include hiking or mountain biking over kilometres of trails.

April 2013 » by Carol Ann Quibell
little girl looking up at a plane in a museum, vintage car

Trains, planes and automobiles in Wetaskiwin

Discover the Reynolds-Alberta Museum, Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame, the Alberta Central Railway Museum and Alberta’s first NASCAR-sanctioned racetrack.

April 2013 » by Gail Kesslar
A man with two children stand outside a building bearing the sign

Sample the frontier with your children

A few leisurely hours spent at Fort Steele Heritage Town is an educational and entertaining experience.

April 2013 » by Marie Milner
boy with fish

Fishing with kids in Campbell River makes a great vacation even more memorable

The beautiful waterfront city of Vancouver Island’s Campbell River is a natural setting for anyone wanting to enjoy a fabulous family adventure.

April 2013 » by Carol Ann Quibell
kids playing with a colourful parachute

Outlook has swimming, fishing, golfing and Canada’s longest pedestrian bridge

Its proximity to Lake Diefenbaker makes Outlook, Saskatchewan, a perfect summer stop for a relaxing vacation with your family.

April 2013 » by Gail Jansen-Kesslar
kids in pool

Watrous and Manitou Beach: unsinkable fun for all

From golf to a movie under the stars or a night of dancing, there's fun for families in Watrous and Manitou Beach.

April 2013 » by Gail Jansen-Kesslar
aerial view of the edge of a river and heritage park along the shore

The Forks is the top tourist attraction in Manitoba

The Forks, a winner in the 2013 RVwest Reader's Choice Awards, in Winnipeg welcomes over four million visitors annually, with its market, museums, river walkways and other attractions.

April 2013 » by Karen Kornelsen
Yacht on the ocean

Undiscovered treasures in Lund and Desolation Sound

There is always something new to discover—for kids of all ages—in Lund and Desolation Sound, among the prettiest areas of B.C.'s Sunshine Coast.

April 2013 » by Lisa Crane
A family enjoying the beach at Prince Albert National park

Endless activities to pursue

Prince Albert National Park is the kind of place you and your family are sure to get a kick out of.

April 2013 » by Danielle Cameron
Two girls run around in the front of a set up RV.

RVing: a family affair

The Lynns wanted to make the most of their family vacations and RVing provided the answer.

April 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
Rose, wearing a vest, jeans and t-shirt, smiles at the camera while she takes notes on a clipboard.

All in a day’s work

Optimism and a friendly disposition are some of the biggest assets for Rose Higgins as she manages the Barkerville campgrounds.

April 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
A man stands at the front of a black pickup with an adventure camper uploaded. It has kayaks on top.

A complementary pastime

Lin and Brian Weich love the outdoor lifestyle and have found that a camper works best for the exploring that they love to do.

April 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
Impressive looking Victorian building

Visit the Maritime Museum, then take an amphibious vehicle tour of Victoria

It's all about the ocean when you're looking around beautiful downtown Victoria.

April 2013 » by Karissa Gall
The Las Vegas Strip.

Top 5 free things to do in Vegas

You can pay big bucks to see the shows, or you can check out these sights and sounds—all free.

March 2013 » by Dennis Begin
Scenic picture of the golf course in the forground, trees, mountains and ski in the background.

Top five things to do in Whistler

To start your visit to Whistler on a truly high note, hit the Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, side-by-side peaks which offer over 200 marked runs.

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
Photo of a beautiful historic house with a large white front porch, awnings and gable windows.

History and mystery at the Caetani Cultural Centre in Vernon

An Italian woman who was once virtually a prisoner in her own home leaves behind a gift for Vernon's artists.

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
Picture of a  white RV trailer parked in a field with some trees behind it.

Alberta Motor Vehicles Industry Council protects those buying and selling RVs

Tips for anyone thinking of buying, selling, leasing, consigning or repairing an RV.

 

 

March 2013 » by Michelle Carr Johnston
oil painting

Art festival is a March highlight in Lake Havasu City

There are 25,000 snowbirds who winter in Lake Havasu, and plenty of them attend Art at the Lake. 

March 2013 » by Dennis Begin
A man standing in front of his large RV home.

A luxurious alternative to a tiny, expensive apartment in Vancouver

Ron Hollingshead has combined saving for retirement with an affordable alternative to renting or buying a place to live in B.C.'s Lower Mainland.

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
Picture of a Corvette stopped on the side of the Route 66 sign.

Canadian travellers get their kicks on historic Route 66

The Canadian Route 66 RV Network and Canadian Route 66 Association make it simpler and safer to explore a highway that's celebrated in novels, songs, television and movies.

March 2013 » by Jessica Kirby
Mountains and cactus

Wickenburg is the Old West’s most Western town

Gold mining, ranching and the railroad opened up this town 60 miles from Phoenix.

March 2013 » by Dennis Begin
Palm trees, mountains and banners

Old Town LaQuinta is a charming destination for art lovers

Browse the galleries of this pedestrian-friendly village or check out Art Under the Umbrellas on select Sundays.

March 2013 » by DaleAnn Shellborn
An acrylic painting of snow covered mountains.

Locals stick together in the Whistler arts scene

Restaurants and shops serve up art you won't find in the exclusive galleries of the village.

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
This picture shows the inside of the gallery, with a couple of flower paintings, as well as 4 black and white prairie scene photographs.

Where earth meets sky: Wetaskiwin’s dynamic arts scene

This prairie city has become home to many visual artists, who are perhaps drawn by the tranquillity of rolling hills brushing that wide sky. 

March 2013 » by Stephanie Warner
A woman painting beside a river.

Fort St. John: the Energetic City has a vibrant art scene

The North Peace Cultural Centre is the perfect launching point for artistic pursuits.

March 2013 » by Jessica Kirby
The artist Siobhan Humston sitting cross legged on the floor painting one of her pictures.

Harrison Hot Springs inspires creativity in artists and photographers

Visual artist Siobhan Humston is artist in residence at the Ranger Station Art Gallery in Harrison Hot Springs.

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
A picture showing the beach with the tide out, there a large sandy area with pockets of water that goes on until it reaches the ocean.

Treasures on Vancouver Island’s Oceanside beaches

The Finders Keepers initiative gives treasure hunters another reason to explore the beaches around Parksville and Qualicum Beach.

March 2013 » by Jessica Kirby
This is a picture of a sculpture that reflects Vancouver Island's coast.

From sandcastles to stained glass in artistic Parksville and Qualicum Beach

Experience a high density of artists at work in a small area along the white, sandy beaches of Rathtrevor and the public waterfront. 

March 2013 » by Jessica Kirby
a woman using a large pitchfork to put a piece of raku pottery into a bed of straw to cool after being fired

Unique venues for the arts in Kelowna

While the Okanagan is sometimes thought of as a region of retirement communities, Kelowna is bustling when it comes to its cultural aspects.

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
This is a photo of a Raku shaker.

Take a ferry to discover the artists of Powell River

This resource-based community in flux has a West Coast setting that inspires art and performance.

March 2013 » by Jessica Kirby
Camrose artist Tara Szott with her enormous floral canvases.

Camrose: the Rose City is abloom with artists

Nestled between sweeps of prairie and boreal forest, it’s only natural that this picturesque city has become a hub for people with an artistic temperament—visual and performing artists alike.  

March 2013 » by Stephanie Warner
clay bowls

A tasty event that raises money for Vernon artists

What better way to support the arts than with a big handmade bowl full of Irish stew on St. Patrick's day?

March 2013 » by Karissa Gall
Woman in evening dress leaping high in the air, arms outflung, left hand holding her shoes

Coquitlam arts and artisans

Coquitlam’s arts and cultural centres offer exhibits, performances, workshops and art camps all year round.

March 2013 » by Marie Milner
Painting of trees and water done in soft greens and grays

Art and healing waters

Every summer there is a celebration of art and artists in the Saskatchewan resort communities of Watrous and Manitou Beach.

March 2013 » by Marie Milner
Colourful paintings line two walls of a gallery.

Creative Outlook

Streetscape murals, handmade quilts and touring art exhibits keep the residents of Outlook, Saskatchewan, tuned in to their creative side.

March 2013 » by Marie Milner
Jeanette wears a leather coat and stands next to Dennis in who wears a hoodie and jeans. Behind them is the brown and cream bumper of their flat-nose bus.

There’s no stopping this couple

Jeanette and Dennis Vieira decided that life is too short for wasted time—so they started RVing.

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
A large brightly coloured heritage building.

Focusing on Fort Steele

Camera in hand, I headed to Fort Steele Heritage Town for my photography class with Brian Clarkson, the owner of Cranbrook Photo & Studio in Cranbrook, B.C. It was a pleasant day in August last year, and I met up with a small group of budding photographers who had signed up for one of Clarkson’s monthly camera classes.

February 2013 » by Kirsten Armleder
a young woman with long hair and a red scarf smiling

The arts in Hinton

The arts scene in Hinton is vibrant and well supported. Christina Oliver, a musical artist and executive director of the Yellowhead Regional Arts Festival Society's Creative Campus, said all the artists work together to provide great events.

February 2013 » by Lisa Crane
White tents full of busy people and works of art are scattered across sun-dappled green grass.

An Artwalk anniversary

Every year Red Deer hosts an event that celebrates the vibrant abundance of art in the area. In June 2013, Artwalk turns 25, which makes this a particularly great time to plan a visit to explore the city’s creative side.

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
stained glass houses hanging from tree branches

Yukon’s beauty inspires the artists of Whitehorse

Galleries and festivals are overflowing with the abundance of art in this northern city.

February 2013 » by Karissa Gall
Attractive red and yellow designs on china is set out in front of ice tea, an apple, and glasses of wine to create an appealing camp setting.

Five ways to personalize the RV lifestyle

RVs arrive fully furnished and factory decorated but by adding personal touches it can feel even more like a real home. Dawn Bitz, founder of Grasshaven Outdoor, outlines five focus areas that can turn the everyday RV into a destination unto itself.

February 2013 » by Dawn Bitz
a painted mural on the side of a building at night lit by a vintage streetlight; mural is of two men standing beside an old truck

Become inspired in Fruitvale

Fruitvale has a lot to offer the artistically inclined. The area boasts beautiful mountains and sparkling lakes as well as wildlife—all perfect subjects for the perfect painting or photo.

February 2013 » by Lisa Crane
Woman in a shop holding a handpainted glass.

La Galeria ll is art central

This art shop in Fairmont Hot Springs features locally crafted works as well as artisan wares from around the globe

February 2013 » by Lisa Crane
Liz and Anders stand in front of a rail. Behind them is the curve of a river, and several kayaks.

Can’t get enough of Canada

Never mind that Anders Treiberg is originally from Sweden, or that his wife, Liz, moved to Canada from Switzerland. The fact is, they have probably seen more of Canada than just about anyone you know.

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
A large brown RV unit pulls a red SUV that displays the Saskatchewan roughriders flag against a background of windmills.

An insider’s insight into Saskatchewan’s best

Despite having travelled far and wide, the Alexanders are proud experts on their home province of Saskatchewan and are glad to point out some of the advantages of being an RVer in this prairie province.

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
soldier and horse

Cavalry forts of the American Southwest

Seeing a historical reenactment by a cavalry unit piqued the author's interest in visiting the museums at Fort Huachuca. Unfortunately he wasn't allowed in.

February 2013 » by Dennis Begin
A man stands with his arm around his wife who is wearing a blue shirt in from of a large RV in shades of brown.

Sharing drama in a good way

John and Judy Alexander are from Saskatchewan, but their business meant they needed to travel around North America. Yes, we're jealous too. 

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
A large decorative carved native mask resembles a sun with a central face and arms that look like birds. It is painted in reds, purples and browns.

Take an artistic journey

Over the years, prolific writers, carvers and painters have chosen to live in the Campbell River area, leaving behind artistic legacies and a number of intriguing sites.

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
Man wearing hardhat sitting at a desk

Have a blast touring a decommissioned missile site

The Titan Missile Museum south of Tucson at Sahuanta is a glimpse into the Cold War.

February 2013 » by Dennis Begin
Three bikers smile as they pedal beneath the futuristic red

Walk the walk in Calgary

It is rare that an urban area can offer an outdoor space that combines art and attractions as well as Calgary’s recently completed RiverWalk does. 

February 2013 » by Kristen Mitchell
Spanish mission style church

Golf, art and history draw visitors to Tubac, Arizona

The oldest European settlement in Arizona is home to an active artistic community and an award-winning golf resort.

February 2013 » by Dennis Begin
a photo of a prairie landscape with metal rods coming out the top and bottom, and a photo of a man with glasses

Dawson Creek Art Gallery’s 30th anniversary

The 30th anniversary of the Dawson Creek Art Gallery is being celebrated in 2013. Curator Kit Fast looks forward to the celebrations, which will showcase local and visiting artists.

February 2013 » by Lisa Crane
Solar panels

Harvesting the Arizona sun

Lynne Benjamin discovers some amazing solar energy projects in the desert.

January 2013 » by Lynne Benjamin
rock formation

See the beautiful Standing Up Rocks in Arizona’s Chiricahua Mountains

These ancient rock formations were named by the Apache people.

January 2013 » by Dennis Begin
Airplane

Another treasure in Tucson: the airplane boneyard

Where aircraft is stored, maintained and rejuvenated for all branches of the U.S. military.

January 2013 » by Lynne Benjamin
Primitive male figure scraped in desert landscape

The fascinating Mojave Desert rock pictures

Peru may have its famous Nazca lines, but Arizona has its own unique geoglyphs and the mystery that goes with them

January 2013 » by Dennis Begin
RV park along the Colorado River

Parker is a great base for snowbirds exploring the Sonoran Desert region

The 42 miles from Parker to Lake Havasu City along the Colorado River is an RVers paradise. 

January 2013 » by Dennis Begin
Day use area at the Provincial Park Lac la Jeune, near Kamloops.

RV Living

Volunteering with BC Parks and Parks Canada

Now is the time to apply for a volunteer host position with BC Parks or explore options at Parks Canada.

3 Piece Collapsible Meal Kit with Lunch Box, Cup and Cutlery.

RV Gear Guide

Smart kitchenware for the road

Compact and space saving kitchenware designed for travellers.

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