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.

View of the Anaheim RV Park.
RVwest Insider

Anaheim RV Park is expanding in response to increasing consumer demand

Anaheim RV Park is expanding to 117 RV sites in response to rising consumer demand for RV sites close to Disneyland as well as the park’s steady stream of positive reviews on TripAdvisor.com.

Students enjoy a balmy day on the Capilano University campus in North Vancouver.
RV News

Affordable housing - Could RV living be part of the solution?

Many Canadian RV parks operate on a seasonal basis, closing down from October to May. Although urban parks remain open year-round in British Columbia’s more temperate climate, they rely on slim revenues from full-timers to offset operating costs.

Mount Revelstoke vista with pine trees in foreground and mountains in background.
RVwest Insider

Revelstoke National Park to spend $6 million for 50 new drive-in campsites

Parks Canada announced that 50 new campsites (for tents, trailers and motorhomes) will be added to Mount Revelstoke National Park in 2019.

Picture of boat in harbour.
RVwest Insider

Road Trip Highlights: An afternoon in historic Kenora – on Lake of the Woods

Situated on the north shore of the Lake of the Woods in Ontario, Kenora is a vibrant and progressive city but manages to keep its wilderness intact. 

Picture of vintage GMC motorhome, silver and blue.
Vintage RV

Welcome to “I Spy’d a Vintage Motorhome” – A GMC motorhome

The GMC motorhome was the only complete motorhome built by a major automobile/truck manufacturer. 

Picture of concept Leisure Travel Van.
RVwest Insider

Canadian-made Leisure Travel Vans’ Unity gets a concept look

The concept Unity RV, by Leisure Travel Vans, will be on display at several RV shows across North America this fall and winter. 

Cover of RVwest magazine.
RVwest Insider

Top 10 reasons to use magazine advertising

We are always on the lookout for helpful media and marketing articles to share—here is one that caught our eye.

RVDA of Alberta Executive Director Dan Merkowsky (centre) and SAIT RV techician instructors.
RVwest Insider

RVDA of Alberta to be at SAIT Career Fair

The Alberta Employment & Career Fair is Alberta's largest career fair and is held over two days.

Outside of the McNally Robinson bookstore in Winnipeg, MB.
RVwest Insider

Road trip highlights: A quick stop at one of Canada’s finest independent bookstores

A visit to the McNally Robinson bookstore in Winnipeg, MB is well worth the time. 

Picture of large historic brick building.
RVwest Insider

Road Trip Highlights: A quick stop in Maple Creek

The town of Maple Creek, Saskatchewan makes an interesting pit stop for history lovers with its wealth of historic buildings. 

John and Shelley Smith stand proudly beside their 2006 28-foot Eagle fifth wheel.
RV News

“Honey, did you see that!?”

From orca encounters to illegal immigrants trying to hitch a ride, the Smiths have seemingly seen it all.

The 14th hold at Northlands Golf Course.
RV Tips and Tricks

Keep calm and play through!

For RVers who have persuaded their significant others that golfing is an essential part of a good vacation, Vancouver’s North Shore communities offer golf courses to suit all skill levels.

Girl Campers at an event in Rhinebeck, NY.
RV News

Girl Power for Girl Campers

Janine Pettit, avid RV’er, blogger, and Girl Camper ambassador, inspires women to explore the RV lifestyle, despite the status quo.

Picture of Amsoil grease gun kit.
RVwest Insider

AMSOIL launches new deluxe grease gun kit

The new AMSOIL Deluxe Grease Gun Kit comes complete with everything needed for smooth, mess-free application.

Picture of camping spot with the words
RVwest Insider

No reservation and still searching for a campsite in BC for August?

Demand for camping spots has reached an all-time high in 2016 with many locals staying home. 

Close-up picture of campfire with sunset in the background.
RVwest Insider

Number of abandoned campfires increase on long weekend

Human-caused wildfires are completely preventable and unnecessarily divert firefighting resources away from naturally occurring wildfires.