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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.

A Spartan Mansion trailer.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: 1955 Spartan Mansion — “The Cadillac of Travel Trailers”

This particular model, a 1955 Spartan Mansion trailer, has been ravished by weather and time but it's ready for an ambitious renovation.

Picture of camper travelling on highway with mountain scene in background.
RVwest Insider

Canadian RV and Camping industry urges a fair taxation regime for campgrounds and tourism investment

The promotion of the RV sector and proper infrastructure in our existing parks are crucial to the growth of the RVing and camping industries, as well as a prosperous Canadian tourism sector. 

This RV is an oldie - a Platt-Trail-A-Home spotted in Montana.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: Early model (1950’s?) Platt Trail-a-Home Travel Trailer

From the purchase of a struggling trailer works factory back in 1935, to the success that became Platt Trailer Co. Inc, the story of this unique and innovative RV is an interesting one. 

golf course near the mountains
RV Golfer

RVers love to play at Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club

Camping in Arizona is even more fun for golfers—thanks to Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club 

An Argosy trailer.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: 1970’s Argosy — “the almost Airstream”

Argosy trailers look a lot like Airstreams. Instead of the iconic shiny shell, though, Argosy trailers sport an eye-catching paint job. 

The Droplet trailer.
RVwest Insider

Meet Pascal Pillon and his new age Droplet trailers

Pascal Pillon has a new vision for campers and campgrounds alike—and might we say it's a bit of a new age vision.

Truck towing an Airstream trailer.
RVwest Insider

Addition of 6 million new North American campers since 2014 showcases popularity of camping

Camping continues to be a popular recreation activity across North America, and appeals to people from wide range of ages and lifestyles. 

golf clubs lined up
RV Golfer

What’s new in golf for 2018?

Find out what's new and exciting this year in the world of golf.

AdAge cover story, showing collage of RV-related graphics.
RVwest Insider

Advertising Age covers RV Industry

Influential trade journal, Advertising Age or Ad Age, devoted their recent cover story to the RV industry. 

An Avion truck camper.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: 1960’s Avion C-10 all-aluminium truck camper

Inspired by the all-aluminum design of aircraft, the sleek and aerodynamic look of an Avion camper is eye-catching. 

In 2011 Ian Giles purchased Buttercup, a classic yellow and white Boler.
RV News

Bolers turn 50 this year and you are invited to the anniversary party!

Join the caravan of fibreglass trailers and their owners/aficionados from every province and territory in Canada and 32 states from the U.S. to congregate in Winnipeg for the 50th Anniversary of Boler Trailers.

BC Parks student ranger in canoe on lake, looking over her shoulder at camera.
RVwest Insider

New Student Ranger Program launched

The Student Ranger Program provides youth training and employment opportunities for 48 young adults in B.C.’s parks and protected areas. 

A Diplomat motorhome.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: 1975(?) Diplomat II Motorhome (complete with bucket seats)

The Diplomat name first came on the market in the early 1970s under Executive Industries. 

Graphic showing 'Rebuild - Regrow' promotion, with picture of forest in background.
RVwest Insider

Chemo RV pledges to plant 1,000 trees in the Cariboo for every RV they sell

Planting will begin in the spring (when weather permits) and will be ongoing throughout the season. 

View of picnic benches and lake in background.
RVwest Insider

New attractions fuel an 183 per cent increase in advance reservations at Jellystone Park

The increase in bookings is attributed to investments in new amenities as well as new “Red Carpet” RV sites and rental cabins.

A VW Microbus.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: 1979 VW Microbus/T2 Camper Van

The camperized VW Microbus would become the ultimate expression of freedom for the counter-culture idealists of the 60s and 70s.