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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.

Mount Revelstoke vista with pine trees in foreground and mountains in background.
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Revelstoke National Park to spend $6 million for 50 new drive-in campsites

Parks Canada announced that 50 new campsites (for tents, trailers and motorhomes) will be added to Mount Revelstoke National Park in 2019.

Picture of boat in harbour.
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Road Trip Highlights: An afternoon in historic Kenora – on Lake of the Woods

Situated on the north shore of the Lake of the Woods in Ontario, Kenora is a vibrant and progressive city but manages to keep its wilderness intact. 

Picture of concept Leisure Travel Van.
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Canadian-made Leisure Travel Vans’ Unity gets a concept look

The concept Unity RV, by Leisure Travel Vans, will be on display at several RV shows across North America this fall and winter. 

Cover of RVwest magazine.
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Top 10 reasons to use magazine advertising

We are always on the lookout for helpful media and marketing articles to share—here is one that caught our eye.

RVDA of Alberta Executive Director Dan Merkowsky (centre) and SAIT RV techician instructors.
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RVDA of Alberta to be at SAIT Career Fair

The Alberta Employment & Career Fair is Alberta's largest career fair and is held over two days.

Outside of the McNally Robinson bookstore in Winnipeg, MB.
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Road trip highlights: A quick stop at one of Canada’s finest independent bookstores

A visit to the McNally Robinson bookstore in Winnipeg, MB is well worth the time. 

Picture of large historic brick building.
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Road Trip Highlights: A quick stop in Maple Creek

The town of Maple Creek, Saskatchewan makes an interesting pit stop for history lovers with its wealth of historic buildings. 

Picture of Amsoil grease gun kit.
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AMSOIL launches new deluxe grease gun kit

The new AMSOIL Deluxe Grease Gun Kit comes complete with everything needed for smooth, mess-free application.

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No reservation and still searching for a campsite in BC for August?

Demand for camping spots has reached an all-time high in 2016 with many locals staying home. 

Close-up picture of campfire with sunset in the background.
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Number of abandoned campfires increase on long weekend

Human-caused wildfires are completely preventable and unnecessarily divert firefighting resources away from naturally occurring wildfires.

Picture of horses and riders coming down a steep bank beside a river.
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“Saddle Up” for the Omak Stampede and Rodeo

Are you ready for some rodeo action? The historic Omak Stampede and Rodeo is once again slated for mid-August – August 11-14th.

Picture of RV travelling along lakeshore road.
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New regional tourism website and mobile app showcases International Selkirk Loop

The new website and app provides community information, border crossing tips, ferry schedules and information about the Loop. 

Picture of green-hued stream, with waterfall and mountains in background.
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Only seven full-time park rangers patrol 14 million hectares of B.C.‘s protected areas

The number of full-time (FT) park rangers in BC has sunk to a low of just seven individuals who are expected to patrol 14 million hectares of protected areas. 

Two people camping in a blue tent on a lakeshore with red canoe in water, and towering mountains in background.
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2016 Fall camping appreciation weekend—September 9-10

The Camping Appreciation Weekend is set for the weekend of September 9-10th - participating campgrounds across Canada will be offering a special weekend rate of $50 + GST to campers. 

Grant Zazula and Greg Hare with Minister Elaine Taylor.
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New exhibit explores the scientific discoveries of ice age Yukon

Featuring interactive and multimedia elements as well as a large panel display, the exhibit covers historic research and current and cutting-edge scientific exploration by the Government of Yukon's paleontologist and archeologists. 

Picture of paddle boats at Greenwater Provincial Park in Saskatchewan.
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Government to invest more than $1.3 million in northeastern provincial parks

Upgrades to two provincial parks in Saskatchewan are scheduled to be completed in time for the 2017 parks season.