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The Never-Bored RVers’ Journal: Far, Far Away in the Contiguous US

June 7, 2017 By Barry Zander & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

For the majority of US national parks in the contiguous states of America (the lower 48), it takes dedication to ignore the summer overflow of visitors. The more scenic, the more dedication required. That’s been our experience in the almost four dozen national parks we have explored; yet, the absence of masses of visitors is…

Understanding and Using RV Water Systems

June 2, 2017 By Heather Carlson & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

The water system in your RV provides your fresh water and removes used water from the inside of your unit. Keeping an eye on every aspect of your water system before, during and after your road trip will reduce the chances of your unit having issues. This includes taking the time to properly winterize your…

On the Road with Sue: Monument Valley Navajo Nation Tribal Park

May 18, 2017 By Sue Bray & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

The majestic landscape of Monument Valley, covering the northeastern corner of Arizona and southeastern corner of Utah, is something we’ve all probably seen in photographs, on television, and in the movies. The amazing sandstone bridges, arches, and towers, not to mention the clear blue skies and clean air, all contribute to become a photographer’s dream…

Why Do You Love RVing?

April 21, 2017 By Editor & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

They say RVing is a way of life – not just a pastime or something to do on the weekends or throughout the summer. What exactly is it about RVing that drives us (pun intended) to pursue this passion? We wanted to know, so we asked. Check out what you had to say. Why Do…

The Never-Bored RVers’ Journal: A Quick Solution for a Desperate Dilemma

April 21, 2017 By Barry Zander & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

At 1:28am while parked in an isolated national park campground, the 12-volt smoke alarm sounded. Seven-plus hours later, I accidentally discovered and in two seconds solved the problem. Starting this tale of desperation with the symptoms, we were hooked up to 30-amp shore power. Our battery output reading had been indicating about 13.7 for our…

On the Road with Sue: Waterton Glacier International Peace Park

March 31, 2017 By Sue Bray & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

Glacier National Park actually doesn’t end at the US-Canada border. It continues upwards into our northern neighbor’s territory, where it becomes Waterton Glacier International Peace Park, the smallest national park in Canada and also a World Heritage site. Some History Behind Waterton Waterton actually became a national park before Glacier – in 1895. The two…

Essential Guide to 120-Volt Power Converters for RVs

March 22, 2017 By Editor & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

The power converter is an essential component in an RV’s electrical system. Typically, coaches have two essentially separate electrical systems; one that provides 120 volts AC to high-power consumption, high-wattage appliances such as coffee makers, microwave ovens, hair dryers, air conditioners, etc. The other, low-voltage part of the electrical system provides 12 volts DC to…

13 Things I’ve Learned About RVing… So Far!

March 7, 2017 By Sue Bray & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

We’ve owned our fifth wheel trailer for about two and a half years now. Last summer, we hit the road for 12 weeks, loving every minute. We’ve done a number of shorter trips, and as this is being written, are in the midst of a six week tour of the Pacific northwest. Both of us…

Tips for Using and Maintaining your RV Water System

February 23, 2017 By Editor & filed under All RV Blog Entries.

We rely heavily on our RV’s water system, for personal hygiene, washing dishes, and in some cases for doing laundry or drinking. So it’s worth taking a few minutes to give this vital system some attention. Pressure Regulator To protect your RV’s plumbing from damage due to excess pressure, use a water pressure regulator when…

What to Do About A/C Condensation

February 17, 2017 By Editor & filed under All RV Blog Entries, Ask an RV Expert.

The water from my air conditioning unit keeps running down the inside of my RV rather than outside. How can I fix this?

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