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.

Jim Hammil (left), new president and CEO of the new Erwin Hymer Group of North America, and Martin Brandt, CEO and chairman of the Erwin Hymer Group.
RV News

CEO sees ground-breaking opportunity in North American RV market

New vision, new investment, new name for Roadtrek

Cover of the book with stones on a prairie grassland
RV Reader

Stories in the talking stones

This book reveals the fascinating story of First Nations artifacts across the prairies of Alberta and Saskatchewan.

by Virginia Rasch
A women in rolled-up jeans, herring bone design compression socks and wedge healed shoes.
RV Living

Your Socks may save your life!

Compression socks don’t have to be ugly but they can be life-saving

Budget 2016 recognizes Canada’s tourism sector as an integral part of the economy, supporting over 627,000 jobs in rural areas, small towns and big cities in every region.
RVwest Insider

Canadian RV industry welcomes commitments to tourism and national parks in the 2016 Federal Budget

RVDA of Canada had a representative present at a private stakeholder Budget lock up on Parliament Hill where a small group of major national associations had an advanced preview and briefing on the Budget. 

The Camp-California! travel planning resource includes amenity grids for campgrounds in each region of the state that highlight 17 different types of amenities.
RVwest Insider

Free camping guide for California now available

The fastest and easiest way to find California campgrounds with the amenities you want is with the print version of Camp-California! The Camper’s Guide to California.

Runners RV service technician Lloyd Panchuk checks voltage on a furnace as Service Manager Tom Gilgan look on.
RV Tech Talk

Basic RV Furnace 101

A pre-trip inspection of your furnace will ensure proper operation when you need it the most.

by Reg De Young
RVDA RV learning weekend logo.
RV News

RVDA of Alberta is offering an RV Learning Weekend

An entertaining and informative weekend RV learning weekend for anyone who owns and RV or is even thinking about getting one. 

by submitted by RVDA
Zion Roadtrek vehicle in Montana.
RVwest Insider

Europe’s Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) acquires Roadtrek

Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) acquires Roadtrek, North America’s leading manufacturer of Class B motorhomes.

 

Nike Vapor Speed Driver with cavity back.
RV Golfer

The Nike Cavity back drivers

Dennis Begin tests a Nike Vapor driver and gives his impression.

Taylor Made M1 Driver.
RV Golfer

Time to buy a new driver

The average recreational golfer and senior needs a set of clubs that suits his or her age and ability. 

A fifth wheel displayed at the Lethbridge RV show.
Snowbirding 101

Lethbridge RV Show - things that caught my eye

Find all the new trends models and trends at the Lethbridge RV show.

The bottom half of a trailer in a field, showing the back tires.
RV Tips and Tricks

Take care of your tires, and they will take care of you

The performance and lifespan of any tire depends on two important factors: matching the right tire to vehicle use and the diligence with which an owner follows recommended care and maintenance. That is never truer than for RV tires.  

Picture of the Springs at Borrego RV Resort.
RVwest Insider

The Springs at Borrego receives an “A” grade in the 7th annual GuestRated.com consumer survey

In a recent consumer satisfaction survey by GuestRated.com, the Springs at Borrego RV Resort was one of only 34 campgrounds across the U.S to earn an "A" rating. 

Photo of truck camper.
RVwest Insider

Ford introduces licensed line of trailers, toy haulers and campers

The new Ford-branded truck campers and travel trailers are licensed and built by Indiana-based Livin Lite, a subsidiary of industry leader Thor Industries. 

Original peg tee and standard white and brown tees.
RV Golfer

The lowly tee

Most golfers often look around the tee box for a good tee or just use the last one they found. Tees, however, are a necessary part of a golfer’s equipment.

A selection of 9 golf balls of different colours, makes and sizes.
RV Golfer

The ins and outs of a golf ball

Not all golf balls are the same. Dennis Begin takes you on a journey to explore the size, dimples, numbers and other differences in golf balls.