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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.

Caramelized Carnitas ready for a tortilla.
Food On Fire

Carnitas on a Swedish Log Fire

Caramelized onions, and fresh red and green peppers make this dish something your guests will brag about.

View of quaint lakeside cabin, with sunset.
RVwest Insider

Parks Canada pick new advertising agency for new 2018 campaign

Parks Canada is the government agency charged with the operation and preservation of 38 national parks, 171 national historic sites, three marine conservation areas and one national landmark.

Overview of The Cradle.
RVwest Insider

Canadian snowbirder alert: Pinehurst to open The Cradle, its new 9-hole short course

Widely known as the cradle of American golf, Pinehurst has hosted more single golf championships than any other site in America. 

Although there can be several contributing causes, the main problem centres on the degree of sway control being delivered - or not - by the hitch.
Wayne Stetski (left) at Glacier National Park.
RVwest Insider

Stetski calls on Liberals to reject plan to sell off Parks Canada assets

MP Wayne Stetski slammed the Liberal government for a plan that would see the selloff of up to $8.3 billion worth of Parks Canada infrastructure. 

Graphic for the fire relief effort.
RVwest Insider

RV dealerships pledge to raise $500,000 to support relief efforts in British Columbia

Canada’s largest RV dealer group has banded together to aid the displaced residents and communities that have been impacted by this record-breaking tragedy.

An RV campground in Arizona.
RVwest Insider

Northern Arizona campgrounds report strong summer business and expect it to continue into fall

Some campgrounds have seen double digit increases in occupancies, which park operators attribute to a variety of factors. 
by Jeff Crider
barbecue ribs
Food On Fire

Barbecued pork ribs: Secret sauce

Whip up the perfect summer meal!

Picture of cabin with sandstone mountains in background.
RVwest Insider

Lots of fall & winter activities for snowbirds and RV enthusiasts in Southern Arizona

Many are using GoCampingInArizona.com to identify the RV parks they can use as base camps while attending festivals and other special events from Tucson to Tombstone. 
by Jeff Crider
Matching bike mounted on Chevy.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: More from J.J. McColm—Boler-Chevy combo unit

After last week`s Vintage RV column featured J.J. McColm`s Boler-Chevy combo unit, we received a bit more info from J.J. and some great new pictures too. 

The 2017 Fall Camping Appreciation Weekend is on September 8-9.
RVwest Insider

2017 Fall Camping Appreciation Weekend - September 8-9, 2017

Camping is an affordable family activity that promotes a sense of community, creates lifelong memories and encourages Canadians and International visitors to discover Canada's rich landscape and engage with nature.

Traveler the Dalmatian is standing at the front of a kayak with Rashelle Elburg holding a paddle.
RV Living

Camping with canines in Kananaskis Country

Christine Newman, owner of Sticky Pets and professional photographer, heads out to Kananaskis, Alberta, every chance she gets with her four dogs.
Jacob Born and his children set out for an RVing adventure of a lifetime (L to R): Bryan, David, Teresa, Jacob, Matt and John.
RV Living

Crossing Western Canada at 90 years old—it can be done!

Jacob Born and his five adult children embarked on a trip through his past to relive days gone by

A beautifully restored retro Boler trailer and matching classic car, owned by J.J. McColm.
Vintage RV

Vintage RV: J.J. McColm’s “Orange Blossom” Special—Boler Trailer Unit

These little fiberglass trailers have a passionate and devoted following that rivals just about any other enthusiast group. 

Takeshi Kuboki
RV News

Best places and times for viewing the August 21st solar eclipse

Find out the best cities and times for eclipse-viewing in Canada and the U.S.A.

Storing items in bins makes it easier to access stored pieces and helps contain items during travel.
RV News

Spring cleaning for your RV: Five steps to organizing small spaces

Get off on the right foot this travel season with these lessons from the road.

by Whitney Bryen