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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.

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.

Scenic lake picture with BC Parks logo.
RVwest Insider

New BC Parks themed license plates to be issued

All net proceeds from the sale and renewals of BC Parks plates will be re-invested back into provincial parks through the Parks Enhancement Fund.

To mark the 150th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation, the Province is launching a funding program to celebrate B.C. communities and their contribution to Canada.
RVwest Insider

B.C. marks Canada 150 with cultural legacies

The Government of British Columbia will invest $8 million in museums and heritage sites throughout the province.

C-130 Cargo Planes in Boneyard.
RV Golfer

Golfing on a U.S. Air Force Base

The William Blanchard Golf Course is located on the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona.

Matt Kuchar's Putter: Model 2-Halfmoon face.
RV Golfer

Bettinardi Golf changes the face of putters

A favourite of golf pros, the counterbalance putter is worth giving a shot. 

Promo photo for Gord Bamford.
RV News

Gord Bamford—back to the country he grew up on

Nashville artist Gord Bamford will be coming home this summer for Canada’s 150th and the 25th anniversary of Big Valley Jamboree. 

Close-up of RV Business Top 50 Dealer award.
RVwest Insider

Eight Canadian RV dealers receive a RV Business Top 50 Dealer Award

The RV Business Top 50 Dealer Awards are designed to recognize U.S. and Canadian RV retailers nominated by RV manufacturers for their professional approach to business. 

Goal Zero Yeti Lithium 3000 portable power station.
RVwest Insider

New lithium generators and foldable solar panels from Goal Zero announced

 Goal Zero has announced several new products,  including the lithium range, Yeti Fuel generator and also new, less expensive and more efficient Boulder solar panels at CES. 

The Parks Canada Discovery Pass
RVwest Insider

Order your FREE 2017 Parks Canada Pass and book your campgrounds

For all of 2017 this pass gives you unlimited opportunities to enjoy National Parks, National Marine Conservation Areas and National Historic Sites across the country, in celebration of Canada's 150th Anniversary!

Fort Amarillo RV Park.
RVwest Insider

Be a “Winter Texan” as Canadian snowbirds discover Texas campgrounds

Texas has a wide range of public and private parks that provide everything from RV sites and rental accommodations to organized activities and entertainment, even in the middle of winter.

RVers have been busy reading about other travellers' camping experiences.
RV News

A year in review:Top 10 RVwest stories from 2016

We put together a list of our most popular RV articles from 2016.

Picture of BC park, with red canoe sitting in fog-shrouded lake, mountain in background.
RVwest Insider

BC Parks Future Strategy to feature stronger conservation, more campsites

The Province will build on its world-renowned provincial parks system by hiring more park rangers to enhance conservation, improving services for persons with disabilities and launching a new BC Parks Foundation. 

Far Horizons Tucson Village RV Resort sign.
RVwest Insider

Far Horizons Tucson Village RV Resort wins national award for its water and energy conservation

Far Horizons Tucson Village RV Resort is one of the most environmentally responsible RV resorts in the country, according to the National Association of RV Resorts & Campgrounds.

Collage of pictures showing Tricon gated communities, scenic mountain picture.
RVwest Insider

You deserve some TLC—warm, safe and friendly resort-style neighbourhoods

Tricon Lifestyle Communities is the answer for those seeking a quality resident experience, maintenance-free living and a resort-style community atmosphere.

A vintage Dodge Travco motorhome.
Vintage RV

I Spy’d a Vintage RV—1970’s Dodge Travco Motorhome

Travco enjoyed a large market share of the budding motorhome market. Its success played a part in the demise of more established makes such as the Corvair-powered UltraVan, and opened the market to lower-cost makes such as Winnebago. 

Prince of Tucson RV Park.
RVwest Insider

New 23% “Bed and RV Park” tax could drive budget conscious Canadian snowbirds out of Tucson

Tucson’s RV park owners are alarmed over escalating surcharges that are being applied to RV parks, which they fear could drive snowbirds to abandon Tucson in favor of other more affordable destinations.