When considering what to give a camper for Christmas, the possibilities can generally fall into two categories: those that are necessities and those that are niceties. The main thing to remember is simply to choose the gift according to the needs or preferences of the recipient. The practical gifts may not seem very exciting, but…
Have the campers on your Christmas list mentioned what gifts they would like to receive this year? If not, Jenneth Orantia at Digital Life provides recommendations for apps that can be useful. Topping the list is the SAS Survival Guide, which combines text from John Wiseman’s survival book with interactive features. As you never know…
Pedata RV Center provides recommendations in regard to vehicle stability, which is the ability of the driver to stop, swerve or turn at a moment’s notice. RV shocks and struts are essential for this function because they respond to obstacles and vehicle movements that motorhomes encounter. When these structures are worn they can cause dips,…
While staying in a hotel, when was the last time another patron knocked on your door and asked you where you are from and where you are headed next? Should such an inconceivable event occur, it would likely elicit a response ranging from wary suspicion to fear. Conversely, such conversations are as natural as breathing…
Luxury RV rentals are not only great for special occasions but for a host of other creative and practical purposes as well. A current popular use is for sports-related events, such as tailgating parties and NASCAR race celebrations. They are also used for promotional tours like political rallies and concerts, along with family and college…
Our thought and prayers are certainly with our friends on the East Coast as they recover from Sandy’s historic devastation. An official with the state parks of Long Island commented that the superstorm wrought more havoc than he had seen in his 30 years of service. In the greater New York City region, Jones Beach…
Today’s campers from the baby boomer generation don’t fit the stereotype of campers from earlier generations. Rather than lounging around a swimming pool, enjoying long days of leisure, they are active and interested in acquiring new skills. Shunning a sedentary lifestyle, they are likely to be developing their artistic talents in calligraphy, wood carving or…
The Outdoor Foundation has released a new study, reporting that 43 million Americans went camping last year. This American Camper Report provides statistics on camping participation and campers’ preferences, as well as looks into the future of the industry Camping’s increase in popularity is portrayed by the numbers, with the 43 million count being an…
Good Sam, the biggest RV owners’ group in the world, and Camping World, the biggest RV and outdoor merchant in the nation, have announced the launch of a program called Project Good Samaritan. The mission of this initiative is to make the world a better place through the philanthropic efforts of the corporate members of…
Just when you think you’re totally up to date on the latest trends in the camping industry, another one comes along that you may not yet be familiar with – campground weddings. Weddings involving a three-day camping trip in the mountains, woods or breach are an enormous trend for 2013 couples: the Huffington Post reports.…