Full-time RVing no longer an option? Quit the RV Lifestyle?

Keys to an RV

The full-time RV Lifestyle has to end at some point. Do you have to hang up your RV keys? There comes a time when RVing may not be the lifestyle of choice or a viable option and sadly it may be time to hang up the keys. Some full-timers are ready to settle down after many years on the road while … [Read more...]

Obstacles Canadian RVers face when full-timing

USA Canada Border

 Hi everyone,   I was contacted recently by a Canadian couple who are considering the full-time RV lifestyle.  Their plans were to do it at retirement age but the wife has been quite ill and as many of us believe, it's sometimes best to take advantage of opportunities when you can. My … [Read more...]

An RVer’s Budget

Mother and Daughter at Restaurant

As published in my RV Living column for January 2013 Be realistic when planning to become Full-time RVers.   Every prospective full-time RVer asks the same question when considering this lifestyle, “How much will it cost?”  Unfortunately there isn’t just one answer.  Each person … [Read more...]

Full-time RVing

Truck and fifth wheel waiting for BC Ferries

You’re going to do what? Are you crazy?   Shock and amazement and the big question “why?” is the response many people receive after telling friends and family they’re becoming fulltime RVers. Others get congratulations for taking the plunge from people who understand, but don’t … [Read more...]

Winter Camping – be prepared

RVing in the winter

Camping in the Winter in your RV as published in RVWest - RV Living column Yes, the weather has changed and it feels like snow might be arriving at any time but that doesn’t mean RVers have to quit living in their RV or head south to a warmer climate. Probably the main concerns during the … [Read more...]