Gear is always coming out on the market that can make your camping experience more convenient, pleasant and comfortable. Whether or not the items are worth the price depends on your particular needs and how much time you spend camping. In any case, it’s always interesting to see what is available. Here are some suggestions…
Social networking is a hot topic these days, with the concept infiltrating many segments of our society. Now, it appears that RVers have hopped onboard the social networking bandwagon and are enjoying its manifold benefits. When they join recreational vehicle groups, they learn more about the RV lifestyle as well as meet people with similar…
Recently, Good Sam announced that it plans to launch an auto buying program, giving its members savings on automobiles, boats and ATVs. The plan will feature haggle-free pre-arranged pricing on different vehicles through relationships with more than 2,000 dealerships. Members of the service can choose their vehicle and get a discounted price that is guaranteed,…
School will be out soon, so many families will be planning summer camping trips. In choosing where to stay, here are a few tips provided by Out & About Live to keep in mind that will enhance your family’s enjoyment of the camping experience. Look for places that have spaces to play ball games as…
The National Park Service and National Park Foundation will offer the public free entrance to all parks during the week of April 20 through 28. “Did You Know” is the theme of this year’s National Park Week, which will present a golden opportunity for Americans to discover fascinating things about the 401 parks in the…
Unexpected expenses can hike up the cost of camping trips considerably. The key to keeping costs down on vacations in the great outdoors is careful planning. Make a List and Check it Twice Think carefully when you make lists of things to pack because buying essentials on the road can be expensive. Spending some time…
For nine years now, KOA has designated a special weekend in May to raise money for children with cancer. The camping organization’s altruistic endeavor has been a smashing success, as the revenue gained per year has been averaging $500,000. This year’s Care Camps Big Weekend will be May 10 and 11, when campers can pay…
Whether it involves a large family reunion or a get-together with a few relatives, group camping offers several advantages. This mode of lodging is very economical, and due to the abundance of campgrounds around the country, it is easy to select a park that is centrally located to all the parties in the group. Moreover,…
In the southernmost tier of states, early spring is one of the best times to go camping. Temperatures of March and April are mild and balmy, usually not turning excessively warm until May. Also, by this time of the year, the season is well advanced and the azaleas, wildflowers and many other blooms are in…
Few things are as fun as a good old fashioned talent show, and Carefree RV Resort’s yearly foray into the world of show biz is sure to be supremely enjoyable. On March 20, Carefree will host its 2nd Annual Talent Competition at the Sun in Fun Air Museum in Lakeland, Florida. It will be quite…