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.

The team at Arrakann RV pictured in a 2011 photo.
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RVB announces Top 50 Dealer award winners

The newest class of U.S. and Canadian recreational vehicle retailers slated to receive 2014 RVBusiness Top 50 Dealer Awards during a Nov. 12 evening reception at the RV Dealers International Convention/Expo in Las Vegas is a virtual “Who’s Who” of U.S. and Canadian RV retailing—from smaller family-held stores to emerging independent chains during an era of rapid industry consolidation.

Redesigned Leisure Travel Van 25-foot Unity luxury touring coach
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Redesigned LTV Unity Touring Coach released for 50th Anniversary

Triple E RV is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the launch of the redesigned Leisure Travel Van 25-foot Unity luxury touring coach.

Photo new CRVA executive director Shane Devenish
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CRVA appoints Shane Devenish as executive director

The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) announced the appointment of Shane Devenish as the the organization’s executive director, effective August 12th, 2014.

Photo of numerous RV's
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Future and confidence bright for future of RV industry

Reporter Jim Meenan of the South Bend Tribune recently reported that “the many recent moves in the RV business suggest the industry is not lacking confidence for the long run.”

Roadtrek's new Touring Series
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Roadtrek’s new Touring Series rolls off the line

Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc., the leading Class B manufacturer in North America, officially launches it's new Touring Series coach, the TS Adventurous.

Example of an indoor RV park
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Will indoor RV parks in North Dakota set a new trend?

The indoor RV park: is this a trend that will soon be coming to Canada? With a second application before local governments in North Dakota for another indoor RV park the state could soon see established its second indoor RV park.

7 Feathers RV park
RV Golfer

An afternoon at Myrtle Creek

The RV golfer stays at Seven Feathers Resort in Oregon and plays a round at the Myrtle Creek Golf Course.

Playa Santispac.
RV News

Baja Amigos: five favourite beaches

The RV caravan company lists the best stops in its guided tours along the popular Baja peninsula.

by Dan and Lisa Goy
Sunset at Roy Lake, South Dakota.
RV Snapshots

Isolated but never lonely in Roy Lake State Park

Bob Pruitt works as a volunteer camp host year-round at Roy Lake State Park in South Dakota.

by Karen Kornelsen
Winston Foster's 24-foot 1989 Ford Vanguard Class C Motor Home near Red Rock River in Montana.
RV Snapshots

Ingenious modifications to an RV can turn it from a house to a home

Since the 1960s, Winston Foster has creatively suited his RVs to his family's needs and lifestyle.

by Karen Kornelsen
motorhome at Mount Robson
RV Snapshots

Living the good life on wheels

With annual trips to B.C. and memorable snowbirding in the southern U.S., this retired couple from Alberta knows how to live the good life on wheels. 

Bob Williams, cyclist.
RV News

Cycling across the States

As a fulltimer in an RV park, Elizabeth James enjoys listening to stories told by visitors who come and go throughout the year. Here is just one of them.

KOA campsite
RV Living

How to choose the right campground

There are different types of RVers, each with a different list of requirements for a place to stay.

A photo of a campfire.
RVwest Insider

Summer might be over, but there is still a campfire risk

The CRVBCC is urging everyone to be fire smart.

by Kimberly Shellborn
An elderly man sitting in a wooden beach chair talking on his cell phone.
Snowbirding 101

Finding the best cellphone plan

Keeping in touch is important for snowbirds. Here's how to choose a cellphone plan that will work for your travels.

An RV parked at Fairmont RV park, with a view of the mountains in the background.
RVwest Insider

RV rally at Fairmont Hot Springs

There is still time to register for the 10th annual RV Rally at Fairmont Hot Springs, hosted by RVwest and Rec-Vee Holiday Adventures.

by Kimberly Schoenberger