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Keith Powell

Keith Powell is the publisher and sales director of RV West magazine which is part of the Koocanusa Publications group.

1942 GMC 1-Ton stake-side truck, with a giraffe and zebra in the back.
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Work Trucks: the most powerful tool at America’s Car Museum

Americans have relied on work trucks to get their jobs done for over 100 years, which is why America’s Car Museum (ACM) is paying homage to them with 15 vintage vehicles that helped shape the U.S. 

Picture of red Ford truck towing silver Airstream trailer.
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RVers have spoken

It’s like Ford has purposely designed its new lineup of Super Duty trucks specifically with RVers and tech experts like Reg DeYoung in mind. 

Collage of U.S. and Canadian flags with Arizona road sign.
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Advice for Canadians in Arizona and sunbelt states

The vast majority of Canadians who visit Arizona have a safe and rewarding experience—to make the most of your stay and prevent problems before they occur, we encourage you to follow these recommendations.

Picture of Yukon, with grassland and mountains in background.
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The Klondike hopes to strike gold (again) with World Heritage Site designation

The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in traditional territory, home of the historic Klondike gold rush, truly exemplifies the unique and rich culture of Canada. 

Cover of the Arizona RV Guide.
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RV West partners with AZRV Guide to provide even more in-depth information for Canadian snowbirds

RVwest is pleased to work along with the publisher of the Arizona RV guide, bringing the Canadian snowbird more in-depth information about the Grand Canyon state. 

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Positive outlook from American outdoor recreation in 2017 from ARC

According to a report by the American Recreation Council, outdoor recreation contributes $650 billion to the American economy and that number is expected to grow in the coming years. 

A cloudy morning in Southern Arizona.
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Southern Arizona events keep snowbirds busy over the fall and winter months

Here’s a sampling of some of the unique activities taking place across southern Arizona this fall and winter. 

Ken Klein, the resident 'astronerd' at the Butterfield RV Resort.
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Southeast Arizona RV resort has a full-time astronomer

The Butterfield Resort & Observatory in Arizona features an onsite observatory and two resident 'astronerds' who give nightly talks on astronomy. 

Group of people standing on mountain admiring the distant view.
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Free admission to Canadian National Parks in 2017

2017 marks the 150th anniversary of Canadian Confederation and we invite you to celebrate with Parks Canada! 

Picture of RV travelling along a winding highway in the autumn.
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Over $2 million parsed out to Resort Municipalities in Kootenays

Since the RMI’s inception in 2006, more than $108.6 million has been invested in tourism infrastructure and programs. 

Picture of camper on a ferry.
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Eastern snowbirds encouraged to take the ferry

Welcome aboard the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and take a break from the ordinary!

 

Ian Morden appointed Managing Director at Mission Hill Family Estate winery in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia.
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Okanagan winery recruits former head of New Zealand’s Cloudy Bay

Industry leader on board to take Okanagan Valley's unique wines to the world—the natural progression in celebrating the excellence, the beauty, the outstanding opportunity that is Mission Hill Family Estate.

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Reserve your spot for two popular BC Parks adventures

BC Parks has opened reservations for the Berg Lake trail and Bowron Lake canoe circuit three months earlier than last year, based on growing visitor demand and feedback asking for longer planning horizons.

The United States Hockey Hall of Fame museum in Eveleth, Minnesota.
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Road Trip Highlights: A stop at Hat Trick Avenue for all things hockey

A stop in Minnesota at the United States Hockey Hall of Fame museum is a must-stop for any fan of the sport. 

Picture of Moab, Utah with towering red rock and scrub-brush.
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Moab, Utah—where fall colours light up forests, mountains, rocks and canyons

One of the most exciting times of year in the red rock playground of Moab, Utah is autumn.

View of the Anaheim RV Park.
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Anaheim RV Park is expanding in response to increasing consumer demand

Anaheim RV Park is expanding to 117 RV sites in response to rising consumer demand for RV sites close to Disneyland as well as the park’s steady stream of positive reviews on TripAdvisor.com.