Some love the idea of camping but are less than enthusiastic about the prospect of roughing it. The Huffington Post reports several upscale hotels are offering rooms that provide a simulation of the camping experience that caters to this segment of the populace. If you prefer glamping over camping, a hotel can set you up…
You see so many motorhomes in campgrounds and on the road that you may sometimes wonder if the popularity of tent camping is waning. The answer is not at all, according to Hartt Wixom of The Spectrum and Daily News, a Utah newspaper. Upon visiting Zion National Park campground, he noted tents of all colors…
Sometimes you hear chilling reports in the news of a propane explosion that destroys a motorhome. In light of the danger, it’s important to take certain safety precautions. Never use a propane stove or oven to heat your motorhome because tragically, this practice causes fatalities every year. Make sure your fire extinguishers are fully charged…
It’s amazing how creative people can be when they put their mind to it. Camping is an activity where you can let your imagination run wild, devising ingenious methods of preparing delectable foods over a campfire or contriving brilliant inventions that make it more comfortable. You needn’t miss treats from your own kitchen, as you…
The RV lifestyle brings much joy to many people, but like everything else in life, it has some dangers. You occasionally hear news reports of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning causing fatalities in motorhomes. Just as you use CO detectors in your home to safeguard your family, you need to do the same in your RV…
If the idea of traveling in a traditional-sized motorhome makes you hesitate because of the loan payments involved in an RV purchase along with the cost of gas, more affordable options are available. The Seattle Times provides these tips that involve thinking outside the box. A minivan conversion may be an appealing alternative, as the…
Throughout the year, RV camping extravaganzas are held in various places across the country. In the coming days shows will be held in Springfield, Massachusetts and in Charlotte, North Carolina as well as in a host of other cities. Keep an eye out for when these events come to a location near you, so you…
Much of the country remains in the icy grip of winter, but spring will be making its welcome arrival soon. Just as you winterized your motorhome to protect your investment, you also need to de-winterize it once the frigid temperatures are past. Beckley’s Camping Center provides some tips and guidelines to keep in mind. Remove…
Encountering a bear while camping can present a very real danger. Jordan Bonte of Liberty Voice provides these tips that could save your life. What to Do if You See a Bear Stay calm. Either stand your ground or slowly back off in a diagonal manner. It’s important to remember not to run because this…
An unheated metal camper can get bone-chillingly cold in winter. Weather forecasts can occasionally be wrong, which can put campers in much colder temperatures that they expected. Pete Zimowsky of the Fresno Bee offers some tips for staying warm. If you plan to use your furnace, check to see that your propane tank is filled…