A group in period costume performing in the Platzl in Kimberley, B.C.
Kimberley

Destination: alpine freedom

The small, pretty alpine city of Kimberley, B.C., is a destination beloved by visitors of all ages and recreational preferences.

Lake Louise in Alberta
Alberta

Ten ways to relax or be active while RVing in Alberta

There are numerous reasons to choose Alberta for your camping holiday; here are ten of our favourites.

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan riverscape
Saskatoon

Saskatoon’s season of fun

Lovers of festivals, fireworks, food, heritage sites and the outdoors will find activities to please them in Saskatoon.

The bright yellow flowers of the Canadian Goldenrod.
RV News

Hiking up to Canada’s most accessible alpine wildflowers

Vibrant wildflowers abound at Sun Peaks Resort in central British Columbia

Teresa and Derek Wood with their daughter, Cassia, in Mexico
RV News

A free and frugal life on the road

The Wood family spend summers working for BC Parks and winters in Mexico and the southern United States.

Year round RV Park with permanent sites for full-timers needing a home base.
RV Living

The challenges of maintaining a home base

Canadian full-time RVers must have a legal physical address for at least six months of the year.

RVwest Readers Choice Survey
RVwest Insider

Enter the RVwest Readers Choice Survey

The RVwest Readers Choice contest has been extended until July 11, 2014, so there is still a chance to win.

A black and white photo shows three children, including Stefan Sykut, in front of a wooden caravan.
RV News

The Boss and his wooden caravan

 In the 1920s a Scottish tradesman known as The Boss built his own motorhome—today his grandson carries on memories and the RVing tradition.

The cover of British Columbia's Majestic Thompson River book.
RV Reader

British Columbia’s Majestic Thompson River

Bernie Fandrich writes about his passionate relationship with the Thompson River. 

by Kimberly Shellborn
A couple lean against their RV and drink tea against a scenic background.
RV News

Top 5 things to know before insuring your RV

If you’re vague on the details of RV insurance coverage policies, read these top tips from an insurance professional.

A lone bird flying over Waterton Lake in Waterton National park at sunset.
RVwest Insider

Wi-Fi in the wilderness

Will you be more likely to enjoy some of Canada's most stunning wilderness areas if you have access to Wi-Fi?

by Kimberly Shellborn
Green lawn and shade trees at River Park Campground in Moose Jaw, SK
Moose Jaw

Camp by the river in Moose Jaw

Mature shade trees, easy-access campsites, Internet access and on-site amenities are all available at River Park Campground.

A summer street view of downtown Nelson, B.C.
Nakusp

Where I would take a friend: West Kootenay

Find some hidden gems in and around Nelson, Kaslo and Nakusp, B.C.

by Colin Payne
A group hikes along a trail just outside of Cranbrook, B.C.
Cranbrook

An outdoor paradise in the Kootenay Rockies

There is no end of things to do in Cranbrook, believes city councillor Gerry Warner, particularly for the outdoor types.

The Kimberley Underground Mining Railway little red train exits a log tunnel structure.
Kimberley

Exploring the alpine town of Kimberley

After calling Kimberley, B.C., home for a decade, Gerry Warner has figured out everything he likes best about this alpine town in the Kootenay Rockies.

Returning from snowbirding to snow.
Snowbirding 101

It’s still winter here

Returning from snowbirding to wintery Canada, where do you fill water? or dump waste water? or camp?