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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.

A young bear cub plays with a flagstick on the fairway.
RVwest Insider

Top ten great photos of bears on the golf course

With our close proximity to forests and mountains, it's not uncommon to encounter wildlife—take a peek at this top ten list of curious and playful bears hitting the fairway. 

A photo of an RV kitchen with a salad and cutting board in the countertop.
RV Tips and Tricks

Essential items to have on board your RV at all times

Packing your RV can be chaotic. Having a checklist can help you make sure you pull away from your driveway with everything necessary for your trip.

Sam Parks of Camp-Out RV Centre in Stratford, Ontario has been elected as the new Chairman of the Board of the RVDA of Canada.
Market Trend Line

RVDA of Canada Board Elects Sam Parks of Camp-Out RV as Chairman

Sam Parks of Camp-Out RV Centre in Stratford, Ontario has been elected as the new Chairman of the Board of the RVDA of Canada.

Hole #11. Signature Hole with view of Turquoise Valley and Mule Mountains.
RV Golfer

Turquoise Valley Golf Course and RV Park

This desert golf course is located in the quiet border town of Naco, Arizona. 

SilverRock Resort – La Quinta – Silver tees 7,578
RVwest Insider

Snowbird golf list: top 10 longest yardage golf courses of Palm Springs and area

Here is a list that might inspire an avid Canadian snowbird golfer to add one of these longest yardage layouts to their bucket list.

Johnnie Walker RV Salesperson Shawna Fitch  with customers Cesareo and Janette Razo.
RV News

Buying an RV on reality TV

The GAC reality show Going RV follows buyers to a Las Vegas dealership.

A view of the patio of Pacific Edge overlooking the Pacific ocean.
RV News

A California culinary adventure

Take a culinary tour through California and discover some of the farm-to-table restaurants.

by Ally Carlson
A photo of the burger as prepared by Tara O'Brady.
RV Cuisine

A burger treated like a steak

If you love burgers, this recipe will have you drooling.

Submitted by Tara O'Brady
Five-spice steak in a plate with sauce on top.
RV Cuisine

Five-spice steak

Food blogger Tara O'Brady of Seven Spoons has published her first cookbook, called My Favorite Recipes for Any and Every Day. Here's a sample recipe.

Submitted by Tara O'Brady
A woman standing above the river with her black dog and brown horse.
RV News

The cowgirl way to RV

When Sandy Avery’s 25-year career in the insurance industry came to an abrupt end in 2013, she knew exactly what to do: hit the road to live out her lifelong dream of exploring Western Canada and the southwestern U.S. by horseback.

A number of loonies sitting on top of an American dollar bill.
RV Tips and Tricks

Could the dipping dollar and warming temperatures bring snowbirds to B.C.?

With the dipping dollar, many Canadians are considering snowbirding in their own backyard.  Where could they go and how can they stay warm when the temperature dips?

A first aid kit that is open to show its contents.
RV Tips and Tricks

Being safer than sorry takes just a few minutes

In or out of your RV, on the highway or backpacking off in the boonies, having a well-stocked first aid kit handy should be top of your “must-do” list for your travels.

Voyager RV Resort golf course.
RV Golfer

The RV Golfer visits the Voyager RV resort

This luxurious Tucson resort was named mega park of the year by the Arizona Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds.

Dave Sonnenberg crouching outside of his RV which is parked at Waterton Natioal Park
RV News

These first time RVers are hooked

The Sonnenberg family fell in love with RVing during their first summer in their rig.

by Kimberly Shellborn
A picture of an RV travelling down a road.
RV News

10 important RV fuel saving tips

With the cost of fuel on the rise, here are some handy tips on how to maximize your consumption and save money at the gas pump. 

by Jon Mills
Picture of houseboat on lake.
RVwest Insider

“Find your park” at one of these 10 National Park Service destinations located near Las Vegas

Known as 'the Entertainment Capital of the World' Las Vegas is also adjacent to many scenic National Parks—a perfect outing for the family.