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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.

Having fun at the Edmonton RV show with the show mascots.
RVwest Insider

Top ten RV trends from the 2017 shows

RVwest representatives Amie Lubbers and Stephen White were in attendance at the recent Alberta RV shows and share their impressions of the events. 

bison on the plains
RV News

Plains Bison return to Banff National Park

This historic homecoming is an important celebration of the environment and culture of Canada’s first national park and a momentous way to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Canada’s confederation.

by Parks Canada
Lisa Longball, 7-time Canadian Long Drive champion.
RVwest Insider

Find your power—ladies golf fitness and power development workshop

Lisa Longball, 7-time Canadian Long Drive champion, will be hosting a Ladies Golf Fitness and Power Development Workshop with golf fitness specialist Shannon Heffernan. 

Row of Class C motorhomes.
RV Tips and Tricks

Renting an RV—which RV model is best for you?

Choosing the right model of RV to rent is a crucial step when planning the ultimate road trip. 

The Lincoln Memorial seen at night in Washington, D.C.
RV News

Five tips for planning your next RV destination

When the world is your oyster, here are a few factors to consider when deciding where to travel next. 

by Whitney Bryen
Canadian RV-Camping Week logo.
RVwest Insider

Save the date for the annual Canadian RVing and Camping Weekend, May 23 - 28, 2017

Canadian RVing and Camping Week will be the unofficial kick off for the RVing and camping season in Canada. 

Volunteers building home.
RVwest Insider

Snowbirds from Rincon Country RV Resort are building homes as Habitat for Humanity volunteers

Last winter, 38 men and women volunteers from Rincon Country West RV Resort helped build 14 new Habitat for Humanity homes in the Tucson area.

Titleist C16 Irons.
RV Golfer

The Perfect Golf Club

Titleist has designed and produced a new driver and irons that has stretched technology. 

Pickleball player wearing yellow ball cap.
RVwest Insider

Snowbirds flock to Tucson’s Senior Olympic Festival

Tucson’s RV parks have become training grounds for participants in the 33rd annual games, which attracts thousands of snowbirds. 

Vehicle towing a Go Sport trailer.
RVwest Insider

SylvanSport driving the business in Canada and Connecticut

SylvanSport is the US-based manufacturer of the award-winning GO Camping Trailer and the revolutionary ‘GO Easy’ Adventure Trailer. 

RV parked in front of quaint English thatched cottage.
RV Tips and Tricks

And now for something completely different—International RVing: A how-to guide to Europe and the UK

Seeking a unique RVing adventure? Whatever your style—perusing posh European boutiques, or rambling through the English countryside—it's easier than you think to plan the perfect European RV travel excursion.

Wasa Beach.
RVwest Insider

Wasa Lake RV Park developer looks for approval

There have been a number of community open houses in Wasa on the proposed project. 

RVs crossing the border
RV Living

A first-timer’s guide to RVing in Mexico

With a bit of preparation in advance, your trip south can be an unforgettable adventure.

The Calgary RV Show runs from January 26-29th, 2017 at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park.
RVwest Insider

It’s the 2017 Calgary RV Show this week

The RVDA of Alberta invites all RV'ers, veterans or newbies, to make a point of checking out the Calgary RV Expo and Sale this weekend. 

A typical aluminium-sided RV in the process of having new siding panels installed.
RV Tech Talk

Types of RV sidewall construction

As a seasoned RV owner or a potential RV buyer, you may have an interest in the difference between an aluminium sided or “soft wall” RV and a laminated or “hard wall” unit. You may have seen these descriptions used in a RV brochure or mentioned by a salesperson in a sales pitch at an RV show or dealers lot.

RV set up in a park
RV Living

Living within the law - legal information for full-time RVers

If you are contemplating becoming a full-time RVer and are faced with the challenge of living within your local laws—don’t give up. It can be done.