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.

Writing and marketing staff for RVwest magazine, with publisher, Keith Powell
RV News

RVers: A power in the community

Using reader input and current technology, RVwest has become the leading RV multi-platform publishing company in Western Canada.

Lorraine and Larry Layden at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort RV Park
RV Snapshots

RVing in style

Fond memories and love of the area have kept Larry and Lorraine Layden coming back to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for decades.

Dwayne, Bernadette and Leah O'Quinn
RV Snapshots

Maritimers at Fairmont

A holiday at Fairmont Hot Springs is a little bit of heaven for this family.

Alberta Prairie Railway includes a real-to-life train robbery and on-board entertainment
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Get on board the RVwest Rally in Alberta

The RV Rally will be held on September 11 to 14, 2015.

An old steam train stopped at the station Alberta Prairie Railway.
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Get on board the RVwest Rally in Alberta

 The RV Rally will be held on September 11 to 14, 2015.

canadream rv and mountain view
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CanaDream announces the purchase of the RV Rental Operations of Westcoast Mountain Camper

CanaDream is pleased to announce the strategic acquisition of substantially all of the assets and business of Westcoast for an aggregate purchase price of $1.58 million.

Mike Whitty
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Wrap Up: Spring RV Sales Tune-up

Thank you for attending our first-ever RVwest webcast/tele-seminar.

2 boys walking through a shaded forest with their arms over each other's shoulders. The words Bring back the Wildhood have been overlayed the photo.
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Re-capture your wildhood

A new campaign launched by Go RVing Canada aims to help Canadians reconnect with their sense of childhood adventure and to encourage all Canadians to tap into their natural-born camper.

by Kimberly Shellborn
The outside of the Durango Gold fifth wheel
RVwest Insider

Durango Gold: A luxury fifth wheel

In this luxury fifth wheel, you don't have to give up the comforts of home.

by Kimberly Shellborn
Farmers market
RV News

Our readers share their favourite farmers markets

Check out some of our readers' suggestions, or tell us about the best farmers markets in your area.

Cover of JC Penny catologue
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J.C. Penney brings back print catalog

J.C. Penney is set to relaunch their print catalog this spring, after the retail giant shut down the “Big Book” in 2009.

Theresa Pedersen bottles at Left Field Cider Co.
RV News

Left Field Cider Co. is all about the apples

Left Field Cider Co. makes traditional craft cider using only the juice of apples, without any concentrates or flavours. 

Greasewood Golf Lynx
RV Golfer

Greasewood Golf Lynx in Salome, Arizona

This quirky course and the nearby Centennial RV Park make a refreshing stop for the RV golfer.

Sebastian Halyard is a full-time backcountry RVer
RV News

The spaces between the places

At 65, Sebastian Halyard is looking forward to at least a few more years of living off the grid in precious solitude.

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Trainer Serena Bos with Mule Deer, Mari Jegou at Discovery Wildlife Park.
RV News

Walk on the wild side

Take a walk on the wild side this summer at Discovery Wildlife Park in Innisfail, Alberta. Now with RV camping available, it’s the perfect place to relax, enjoy nature and connect with wildlife.

by Trina Ayling