a painted mural on the side of a building at night lit by a vintage streetlight; mural is of two men standing beside an old truck
Fruitvale

Become inspired in Fruitvale

Fruitvale has a lot to offer the artistically inclined. The area boasts beautiful mountains and sparkling lakes as well as wildlife—all perfect subjects for the perfect painting or photo.

by Lisa Crane
Woman in a shop holding a handpainted glass.
Fairmont Hot Springs

La Galeria ll is art central

This art shop in Fairmont Hot Springs features locally crafted works as well as artisan wares from around the globe

by Lisa Crane
Liz and Anders stand in front of a rail. Behind them is the curve of a river, and several kayaks.
RV News

Can’t get enough of Canada

Never mind that Anders Treiberg is originally from Sweden, or that his wife, Liz, moved to Canada from Switzerland. The fact is, they have probably seen more of Canada than just about anyone you know.

A large brown RV unit pulls a red SUV that displays the Saskatchewan roughriders flag against a background of windmills.
RV News

An insider’s insight into Saskatchewan’s best

Despite having travelled far and wide, the Alexanders are proud experts on their home province of Saskatchewan and are glad to point out some of the advantages of being an RVer in this prairie province.

soldier and horse
Tucson

Cavalry forts of the American Southwest

Seeing a historical reenactment by a cavalry unit piqued the author's interest in visiting the museums at Fort Huachuca. Unfortunately he wasn't allowed in.

A large decorative carved native mask resembles a sun with a central face and arms that look like birds. It is painted in reds, purples and browns.
Campbell River

Take an artistic journey

Over the years, prolific writers, carvers and painters have chosen to live in the Campbell River area, leaving behind artistic legacies and a number of intriguing sites.

desert golf course
RV Golfer

The RV golfer plays the Ritz-Carlton at Dove Mountain

The greens run true, there are plenty of yardage markers, sand in the bunkers is soft and the lush grass makes wedge play easier. 

Man wearing hardhat sitting at a desk
Southern Arizona

Have a blast touring a decommissioned missile site

The Titan Missile Museum south of Tucson at Sahuanta is a glimpse into the Cold War.

Three bikers smile as they pedal beneath the futuristic red
Calgary

Walk the walk in Calgary

It is rare that an urban area can offer an outdoor space that combines art and attractions as well as Calgary’s recently completed RiverWalk does. 

Spanish mission style church
Southern Arizona

Golf, art and history draw visitors to Tubac, Arizona

The oldest European settlement in Arizona is home to an active artistic community and an award-winning golf resort.

a photo of a prairie landscape with metal rods coming out the top and bottom, and a photo of a man with glasses
Dawson Creek

Dawson Creek Art Gallery’s 30th anniversary

The 30th anniversary of the Dawson Creek Art Gallery is being celebrated in 2013. Curator Kit Fast looks forward to the celebrations, which will showcase local and visiting artists.

by Lisa Crane
Truck and fifth wheel trailer
RV Tech Talk

A checklist for spring RV maintenance

Make sure your unit is in tip-top shape before you head out camping this season.

RV kitchen
RV News

Recreation meets innovation at the Calgary RV Expo

The latest and greatest RVs were on display at the 44th Calgary RV Show and Sale

oranges
RV Cuisine

Cake in an orange

Have your cake and eat it when you're out camping.

Solar panels
Central Arizona

Harvesting the Arizona sun

Lynne Benjamin discovers some amazing solar energy projects in the desert.

rock formation
Southern Arizona

See the beautiful Standing Up Rocks in Arizona’s Chiricahua Mountains

These ancient rock formations were named by the Apache people.