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.

New sign at park - Tsutswecw.
RVwest Insider

New name for provincial park a welcome change

Located between Adams Lake and Shuswap Lake, Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park was established in 1977 to conserve and protect the spawning beds used by various species of salmon.

Looking south from the Nature Conservancy of Canada's Kerr property in the Crowsnest Pass.
RVwest Insider

Celebrating Jim Prentice’s conservation legacy

In honour of the late former premier Jim Prentice, the Government of Alberta is contributing to the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s efforts to protect a critical wildlife corridor in the Crowsnest Pass.

Grab your axe; let’s make a chicken sandwich.
Food On Fire

Grab your axe: Let’s make a sandwich

Flattened and breaded, chicken breast makes a delicious hot tomato-ey cheese-topped sandwich.

 
Picture of tent and picnic bench at campsite.
RVwest Insider

Parks Canada say cannabis use okay in campsites

Understanding local laws on cannabis use is important when planning your trip.

RV oven-broiled nachos are like taking the night off from campfire cooking.
Food On Fire

Take the night off and use the broiler for nachos

Did you know your RV oven has a broiler function? Use it to make nachos.

Border crossing.
RV Tips and Tricks

Do your due diligence before crossing the border

Navigating the ever-changing rules of crossing the border seems to get more complicated by the day - do your research. 

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
RVwest Insider

2018 Ontario’s Choice Award Winners Announced

Attractions Ontario is a non-profit association, dedicated solely to optimizing attendance for its member attractions.

Valley of Fire State Park in Overton, Nevada.
RVwest Insider

Nevada’s Top Five Fall 2018 Experiences

Nevada’s natural wonders and eclectic culture further its “Don’t Fence Me In” attitude this fall. 

Golfer trying to hit ball in the midst of a field of rocks.
RV Golfer

Why the new 2019 golf rules are a welcome blessing for recreational golfers

The new simpler rules for golf come into effect January 1, 2019 and will speed up play and make the game more enjoyable for the recreational golfer

This circa 1950s Spartan Mansion trailer comes from a distinguished pedigree.
Vintage RV

The “Best of” Vintage RV: 2018

We are pleased to re-post the “most liked” of the vintage motorhomes and trailers we have posted during the first 6 months of 2018. 

The Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage, California.
RVwest Insider

Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa voted Top 10 ‘Best casino outside of Las Vegas’ in USA Today

The Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa ranked number 9 in USA Today's Readers' Choice Travel Awards poll. 

This Chinook Sportsman Class C (Class B+) motorhome was spotted in a backyard in Nelson, BC.
Vintage RV

The “Best of” Vintage RV: 2018

We are pleased to re-post the “most liked” of the vintage motorhomes and trailers we have posted during the first 6 months of 2018. 

An Avion truck camper.
Vintage RV

The “Best of” Vintage RV: 2018

We are pleased to re-post the “most liked” of the vintage motorhomes and trailers we have posted during the first 6 months of 2018. 

This sample flight includes (left to right) stout, red ale, IPA and a wheat beer, but drink these right to left.
RV Cuisine

Beer-flight planning: Which is your favourite style of beer?

How to plan a beer flight without leaving the ground. 

From left to right: Todd Woelfer, Senior Vice President Thor Industries; Carolin Hachenberg, Member of the Supervisory Board EHG; Robert Martin, CEO, Thor Industries;  Gerda Hymer, Christian Hymer, Member of the Supervisory Board EHG.
RVwest Insider

Erwin Hymer Group and Thor Industries create leading global manufacturer for recreational vehicles

Thor Industries to acquire Erwin Hymer Group and establish a leadership position in growing European market. 
Michelle Forbes, author of Viking Lullaby, reads her book to her son, Jack.
RV Reader

A Viking lullaby

Michelle Forbes, a Kimberley, B.C., business owner, event organizer and now author, has written a children’s book called Viking Lullaby