Buzzfeed.com recently posted an article on fun and functional ideas that can be used for RV, tent camping or both in some cases. Campers are in general very resourceful and creative people. You never know what amenities you’ll have at a campsite and it’s always good to be prepared. Here are a few highlights from…

Have you ever thought of being a campground host? The Gazette in Colorado Springs reports on some of the rewards and realities of this lifestyle. A casual observer may think it is a dream job, but although it has some considerable pluses, it is also hard work. While the rewards include getting paid to camp…

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…

Findings from a new study by the US Forest Service are the latest contribution to a growing body of evidence indicating exposure to the natural environment may have a positive impact on health. The 18-year analysis of data from 1,296 counties suggests that Americans living in areas with a tree deficit are more likely to…

Although the limited storage capacity of an RV can present challenges, space can be maximized through the use of inexpensive storage containers and creativity. Best of the Road offers excellent tips to guide campers in this area. Stackable storage units with lids can organize your belongings and prevent them from ending up in a chaotic…

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…

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…

While some RVers use their motorhome for trips during certain times of the year, others actually live in their motorhomes year round. The winter upkeep of these recreational vehicles for those who live in areas of the country that have icy, snowy weather can be difficult. A new option for winter residency is now available…

The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) reports that with Labor Day behind us, privately owned parks across the nation are gearing up for fall activities. Campground events on the agenda for the coming season include Oktoberfest and Halloween celebrations, along with apple and cranberry themed weekends. Autumn used to be a quiet,…

Blogger Brendan Leonard provides some of his picks for the most alluring state parks in the country for www.adventurejournal.com. These areas are well worth visiting, offering visitors diversity and a wealth of natural beauty. Chugach State Park, Alaska This is one of the largest parks in the nation, providing snowy peaks, grizzly bears and whales…