Stories

These articles cover a range of topics in the RV world. Read about vintage campers, RV-related contests, culinary recipes, important news and tips and tricks to make your camping experience even better.

Ray Burr and Anne McKinnell.
RV News

Let’s hit the road

Selling a house in Victoria financed an epic RV voyage for this couple. Now they've joined the snowbird ranks years before traditional retirement age.

A woman sits on the steps leading into her white and black RV. A water dispenser is beside the entrance.
RV Snapshots

An RV called home

The Parkins snowbird in Mexico each winter, but leave the RV they call home back in Canada. After five years, Janel has lots of experience and advice.

A couple each hold a small dog, standing in front of a dark purple Harley and in front of a new toy-hauler trailer.
RV Snapshots

Travelling for the fun of it

Mary Weiss and Wade Murrin have found that transitioning to RVing—albeit with a toy hauler—has meant they can have their cake and eat it too.

insurance agency
RV Living

Insurance for full-time RVers

It’s possible to have adequate insurance for your unit and its contents while living in your RV full-time. 

A photo of a plate of scrambled eggs.
RV Cuisine

Special scrambled eggs

Cathy Lea of GoodRVfood.com recently sent a springtime scrambled eggs recipe to RVwest. She travels in a Roadtrek class-B camper van.

by Cathy Lea
panning for gold
Northern Wanderers

Days 13 to 27: the northward journey continues

The convoy moves from Skagway to Whitehorse and on to Fairbanks, Alaska.

Photo of a laptop on a countertop of an RV.
RVwest Insider

Combining the wilderness experience with modern services

More and more campgrounds and RV parks offer free Wi-Fi for their increasingly connected guests.

by Kimberly Shellborn
Photo of a Baked potato tin foil packet.
RV Cuisine

Potato Boat Dinner is perfect for the campsite

Angie Pitre takes a break from her Echoes of Laughter blog to share a recipe custom made for RVing.

by Angie Pitre
Photo of skewer with meat & red & green peppers.
RV News

Make camping easier with a great food plan

Guest blogger Angie Pitre provides 10 food preparation tips for a yummy and more relaxing trip.

by Angie Pitre
Marsha and Butch Golem RV door
RV Snapshots

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.

by Gail Kesslar
Gavin Johnson, fishing with his daddy, has a fish on his line.
RVwest Insider

Annual kids’ fishing derby on Kootenay Lake

Balfour Gill and Gifts is once again hosting the Squawfish Derby for kids Saturday, September 7. 

by Kimberly Shellborn
Jim and Marianne Ziegler standing in front of their RV
RV Snapshots

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.

by Britt Bates
Duncan and Barb Gilchrist have recently become full-time RVers.
RV Snapshots

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.

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Snowbirding 101

Frequently asked questions about RV insurance

An industry insider answers your questions about the best kind of insurance for you and your RV.

Photo of a lighted gas burner.
RV Tech Talk

What’s cooking with your RV stovetop and oven

Reg deYoung explains how your RV stove works and offers some safety tips.

RVwest Insider

RVers want to go west

A recent survey of members conducted by Coach-Net showed that RV owners are not going to allow high fuel prices to dampen their enthusiasm for travelling this summer.

by Kimberly Shellborn