
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.


Most of our snowbirding readers are heading south this winter!
We asked about your snowbirding plans in our last newsletter - and the results are in.


How a restored vintage RV unit became a popular mobile bar in B.C.

Canada–U.S. land border is set to re-open for fully vaccinated travellers
Starting November 8, fully vaccinated snowbirds can resume travel to their favourite U.S. destinations.

Meet Free Range, the restored 1971 Boler
This once forlorn Boler has been brought back to life by an enthusiastic Alberta couple

This classic unit is a show-and-shine favourite
An RVer from Alberta delights vintage enthusiasts with his 1979 Frontier camper van.

Creating the perfect accessory for vintage RV enthusiasts
Terry Roden designs custom 3D-printed keychains in honour of your favourite old-school RV units.

Braising is a culinary metamorphosis perfect for camping

Lithium versus lead acid batteries for your RV—which is better?
RVwest asked our resident RV tech, Reg DeYoung, to give us his take on how upstart lithium batteries compared to standby lead acid batteries.

Inspired by a classic 1960 KenCraft
Jodi Slotar decided to embrace nostalgia during the pandemic, starting with her first vintage RV restoration project

Composting 101: How to turn kitchen scraps into healthy compost for your garden (Part 2)

Up for an adventure? The Golden Skybridge experience is now open
Entertainment company Pursuit has launched an exhilarating new attraction in Golden, B.C.

Composting 101: How to turn kitchen scraps into healthy compost for your garden (Part 1)

B.C. writers produce a new cookbook based on the 100 mile diet concept
Newly released recipe collection celebrates living in a lush valley rich in fresh produce.

Gardening 101: How to choose the best seeds for your garden
Everything you need to know to select the best seeds for your vegetable garden this year.

10 tips for new gardeners
Are you ready to start a garden in 2021? Here are 10 tips that I wish I knew before I started my first garden