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.

RV campground tips
RV News

5 Things experienced RVers wish they had known sooner

Hindsight might be 20:20, but those new to the RV lifestyle can avoid some common pitfalls.

Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.
RV Living

2,800 nights on the road; 180,000 kilometres driven and the same wife for 50 years

From humble beginnings on a poverty-stricken farm to vice president of a large bank, Earl Andrusiak has seen it all

RV snowbirds
RV News

New legislation proposed for Canadian snowbirds

A bill is being presented to congress, that could change the way you snowbird in the U.S.A.

A group of kids standing at summit of mountain looking at view.
RVwest Insider

Kids ride free during spring break at Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish

The Sea to Sky Gondola’s forested trails are the perfect backdrop for unstructured play time in nature.

Photo of Rincon Country West RV Resort pool area.
RVwest Insider

Rincon Country West RV Resort launches “ladies night at the wood shop” event

Rincon Country West RV Resort is one of many Arizona RV resorts with interesting volunteer activities that is affiliated with the Arizona Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds. 

The Black Rock RV Village in Arizona.
RVwest Insider

Black Rock RV Village offers unique “women’s only” activities, including desert golf

Once a month, the park also has a cooking demonstration hosted by the chef of the onsite restaurant, which features weekend prime rib and seafood buffets.

This Cobra Hybrid, 3 to 4, will replace the 3 and 4 irons.
RV Golfer

Gone are the long irons

All the major golf companies now manufacture hybrids, so leave your 3 and 4-iron in the garage and join the revolution in golf clubs.

Travel BC
RV News

2017 Tourism Industry Awards recipients announced at gala event

These award winners exemplify the best of B.C.'s travel and tourism industries.

by Destination British Columbia
Press conference announcing funding for B.C. Parks.
RVwest Insider

Increased BC Parks funding to provide more rangers, strengthen conservation

The Province will increase and strengthen conservation in its world-renowned parks with a new investment of $35 million over the next three years.

Having fun at the Edmonton RV show with the show mascots.
RVwest Insider

Top ten RV trends from the 2017 shows

RVwest representatives Amie Lubbers and Stephen White were in attendance at the recent Alberta RV shows and share their impressions of the events. 

bison on the plains
RV News

Plains Bison return to Banff National Park

This historic homecoming is an important celebration of the environment and culture of Canada’s first national park and a momentous way to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Canada’s confederation.

by Parks Canada
Lisa Longball, 7-time Canadian Long Drive champion.
RVwest Insider

Find your power—ladies golf fitness and power development workshop

Lisa Longball, 7-time Canadian Long Drive champion, will be hosting a Ladies Golf Fitness and Power Development Workshop with golf fitness specialist Shannon Heffernan. 

Row of Class C motorhomes.
RV Tips and Tricks

Renting an RV—which RV model is best for you?

Choosing the right model of RV to rent is a crucial step when planning the ultimate road trip. 

The Lincoln Memorial seen at night in Washington, D.C.
RV News

Five tips for planning your next RV destination

When the world is your oyster, here are a few factors to consider when deciding where to travel next. 

by Whitney Bryen
Canadian RV-Camping Week logo.
RVwest Insider

Save the date for the annual Canadian RVing and Camping Weekend, May 23 - 28, 2017

Canadian RVing and Camping Week will be the unofficial kick off for the RVing and camping season in Canada. 

Volunteers building home.
RVwest Insider

Snowbirds from Rincon Country RV Resort are building homes as Habitat for Humanity volunteers

Last winter, 38 men and women volunteers from Rincon Country West RV Resort helped build 14 new Habitat for Humanity homes in the Tucson area.