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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.

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RVwest Insider

“Saddle Up” for the Omak Stampede and Rodeo

Are you ready for some rodeo action? The historic Omak Stampede and Rodeo is once again slated for mid-August – August 11-14th.

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RVwest Insider

New regional tourism website and mobile app showcases International Selkirk Loop

The new website and app provides community information, border crossing tips, ferry schedules and information about the Loop. 

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RVwest Insider

Only seven full-time park rangers patrol 14 million hectares of B.C.‘s protected areas

The number of full-time (FT) park rangers in BC has sunk to a low of just seven individuals who are expected to patrol 14 million hectares of protected areas. 

Two people camping in a blue tent on a lakeshore with red canoe in water, and towering mountains in background.
RVwest Insider

2016 Fall camping appreciation weekend—September 9-10

The Camping Appreciation Weekend is set for the weekend of September 9-10th - participating campgrounds across Canada will be offering a special weekend rate of $50 + GST to campers. 

Grant Zazula and Greg Hare with Minister Elaine Taylor.
RVwest Insider

New exhibit explores the scientific discoveries of ice age Yukon

Featuring interactive and multimedia elements as well as a large panel display, the exhibit covers historic research and current and cutting-edge scientific exploration by the Government of Yukon's paleontologist and archeologists. 

Be prepared in case of a disaster.
Snowbirding 101

What you are left with when everything else is gone

After this last summer and the total disaster in Fort McMurray, I started thinking about what we would do if we met with a disaster in the motorhome.

Picture of paddle boats at Greenwater Provincial Park in Saskatchewan.
RVwest Insider

Government to invest more than $1.3 million in northeastern provincial parks

Upgrades to two provincial parks in Saskatchewan are scheduled to be completed in time for the 2017 parks season.

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RVwest Insider

Wildcat introduces wide body Fifth Wheel

The Wildcat division of Elkhart, Ind.,-based Forest River, Inc., is expanding its product offering with the introduction of a wide body series of fifth wheels targeting the mid-priced market segment.

Picture of grizzly bear and cub crossing a road.
RVwest Insider

Bear encounters: what you need to know

Bears are one of our province’s wild species and we need to be cautious and alert when we head out into bear habitat. 

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RVwest Insider

Provincial parks upgrades will benefit families, create jobs

The Alberta government is announcing improvements to several provincial parks in the Calgary-Kananaskis region to mark Canada’s Parks Day on July 16. 

Picture of campground sign that says they are full.
RVwest Insider

British Columbia needs more campsites, says Minister Polak

Essentially, the root cause of issues with the BC Parks reservation system is too many people trying to book too few campsites, according to B.C. Environment Minister Mary Polak. 

Mary Polak, BC Minister of Environment.
RVwest Insider

Opinion-Editorial: Improving access to provincial campgrounds

B.C. Minister Polak addresses Discover Camping reservation service.

 

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RVwest Insider

Mandatory stop: Watercraft Inspection Program

Watercraft inspection stations are open across B.C. from April to October - there are five stations located along the B.C.-Alberta border, and three along the B.C.-United States border. 

A man finishing his golf swing
RV Golfer

Tips on the mental approach to golf

The mental game of golf is as important as the physical skills of the game. 

Franziska and Cliff Haberman love to travel, and have been RVers since their honeymoon days.
RV News

It’s a wonder-filled world

Here's how one couple turned their true love into a lifelong, family-embracing RVing adventure.

Graphic of Thor and Jayco acquisition, showing Jayco fifth wheel.
RVwest Insider

Thor announces acquisition of Jayco for $576 million

The transaction is a positive, strategic fit for both companies—Jayco brings a lineup of innovative products into the Thor family, across multiple product categories.