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.

MP Wayne Stetski making a presentation on the environment in Ottawa and Libby Dam Administration.
RVwest Insider

MP Stetski seeks assurances on Lake Koocanusa levels

Kootenay-Columbia Member of Parliament Wayne Stetski contacted the US Army Corps of Engineers this week to get answers on the low level of water in the Lake Koocanusa Reservoir.

U.S. Congressman Albio Sires.
RVwest Insider

US Congress looks to extend Canadian snowbird stays to eight months

If U.S. Congressman Albio Sires, a Democratic representative from New Jersey has his way, Canadian Snowbirds could be staying a couple of months longer every winter in the sunbelt states.

Picture of Southside Dodge and RV Centre.
RVwest Insider

Southside Dodge and RV Centre hosts BBQ for Red Deer Foodbank

On Friday April 21, Southside RV is hosting a special BBQ at its facility in support of the Red Deer Food bank. 

A 1977 Triple E motorhome.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: 1977 Triple E Motorhome—“5 Star Hotel” on Wheels

This week we are featuring a classic 1977 Triple E Motorhome – or a “5 star hotel” on wheels.

Lassen RV Resort Bistro Deck
RVwest Insider

Lassen RV Resort to open a gourmet bistro with fusion menu items

“The food will inspired by world flavors and will be mostly fusion type food, meaning a combination of different flavors,” said Philip Martin. 

Lassen RV Resort chicken banh mi sandwich
RVwest Insider

California’s privately owned campgrounds surprising their guests with gourmet food selections

Campgrounds and RV parks are serving up everything from pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs and salads to fresh caught barbecued salmon to prime rib and homemade pies. 

Picture of blue tiny house RV unit.
RVwest Insider

Four Jellystone Parks in the northeast will offer tiny house RV rental units this summer and fall

Custom designed tiny house RVs will be available for rent this summer and fall at Jellystone Parks in New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia.

 

Kananaskis, Alberta
RV News

We have a winner!

The Spring into RVing photo contest was a great success - congratulations to our grand prize winner and runner-up entries.

Graphic of Leisure Van's new website.
RVwest Insider

Leisure Travel Vans unveils new website and launches MyLTV

Manitoba-based Leisure Travel Vans, a brand of Triple E Recreational Vehicles, has launched an exciting all-new website, leisurevans.com.

Large Yogi Bear statue.
RVwest Insider

New cabins, RV sites and activities are available now at the Jellystone Park in Lodi

Major improvements are underway this spring at the campground at Tower Park Resort & Marina, which is being dramatically transformed into the San Joaquin Valley’s first Jellystone Park.

Canadian Camping Council logo, with background of mountain lake.
RVwest Insider

Canadian RV and camping industry on Parliament Hill to urge fair tax

The promotion of the RV sector and proper infrastructure in our existing parks are crucial to the growth of the RVing and camping industries, as well as a prosperous Canadian tourism sector.

Duck Pupu
Food On Fire

Pupus for happy hour

With a little preparation, it's easy to enjoy a tasty little exotic morsel from the comfort of your RV. 

GX-7 X-Metal Driver
RV Golfer

Shopping for golf products: Don’t fall for the hype!

Appealing TV advertising can entice you into buying golf products that may not be an improvement over your current clubs. 

Ross and Deborah are inside their 2006 30-foot Carriage fifth wheel.
RV Snapshots

Ditch the daily grind

"If you have a desire in your heart to get out of the rat race, RV life might be for you,” says full-time RVer Deborah Hinter. 

One of Ross Johnson's photographs: Fish Lake at sunset with a dramatic red sky
RV Snapshots

Gone fishin’

The Johnsons plan to keep exploring the eastern edge of the Rocky Mountains, fishing their way through the lakes scattered across Alberta.

Visitors will soon have more camping opportunities throughout BC with over 350 new campsites for the upcoming camping season.
RVwest Insider

350-plus new campsites throughout B.C. open for 2017 camping season

Visitors will soon have more camping opportunities throughout British Columbia with the completion of more than 350 new campsites in BC Parks and forestry recreation sites, in time for the upcoming camping season.