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Coach-Net vs Good Sam

Coach-Net vs Good Sam: What’s the Better Choice?

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…ctice in my own life, I’ve scrutinized roadside assistance fine print many times and realized that there are “services” where I end up paying most of the costs. People Covered Most roadside assistance programs cover spouses and dependent children, however, few programs charge you an extra fee for each additional member above your limit. Frequency of Vehicle Use Vehicles that are used often have more chances of breaking down. These are the types of…

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Prepare for next summer’s camping season.

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…acks or problems. Check over the wiring because those little creatures sometimes like to chew on it when making their nests. Now is the time to fix whatever needs fixing. Holding Tanks Your holding tanks need to be prepared for use, hot water tank put back into service, the batteries checked and guarantee the smoke alarms and the gas and carbon monoxide detectors are in good working order. Test out the appliances, ensure the gas lines to the stove…

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Preparing for bad weather during a hike

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…conditions, the terrain and how fatigued you are all add to the amount of time it will take to get back. If the weather was clear and it took you an hour to get there. But now it’s getting windy and storm clouds are coming in then it will take longer to get back. Sometimes, it’s better to turn back and know that you’ve accomplished something. After all, you’ll be able to have some warm coco back in the RV. Serious campers prepare If you’re a seri…

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Best State to Buy an RV In to Save Money [Fees & Deals]

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…shing a domicile in a tax-friendly state can be a viable strategy for full-time RVers seeking to mitigate costs. South Dakota, for instance, is an appealing choice due to its low insurance costs, minimal sales tax, and absence of personal property taxes. Buying RVs Online vs In-Store Online RV marketplaces offer a convenient platform for browsing and comparing a wide variety of RVs from the comfort of your own home. However, they may lack buyer an…

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What is Thousand Trails?

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…low their members to stay at these year-round resorts for a pre-determined time, depending on your type of membership. The network is broken down into five zones across the country – Southwest, Southeast, Northwest, Northeast and Midwest. Each zone has approximately 13 – 23 campgrounds that all operate year-round. (This is according to their website). There are two different kinds of memberships Zone Pass Zone pass ($545.00) for one year camping (…

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It’s Bug Season – keep bugs off your food with ShooAway

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…nding on our food or buzzing around the table. I get frustrated enough sometimes I grab my plate and quickly retreat inside the RV. What a waste of a beautiful day. When I remembered I had a sample of a product that had been sent to me a couple of years ago I thought I should at least try it. To be fair I received it in the winter of 2015 and put it away until the summer and somehow it got buried under a lot of other stuff I hardly ever looked at….

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Communications methods while traveling south

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…ll phone, receive a number and get 300 minutes worth of calling. From that time on it is pay-as-you-go, and minutes can be purchased at stores like Wal-Mart, dollar stores or truck stops. These cell phones are mostly for communicating with your friends who are also travelling in the U.S. and want to stay in touch. If you return to Canada and there aren’t enough days left on the phone to last until you return to the U.S., the phone will no longer b…

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Camping with kids – it`s a family event.

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…of ice. * Having appropriate clothing is essential and will depend on the time of year, location and what the weather man is forecasting. Light layers works well and bring sweaters and jackets for the evening hours. Extra socks, hats, and gloves may also be warranted and if you plan on doing some hiking, proper hiking boots are a good idea. * Sleeping bags, first aid kit, flashlights, cell phone, garbage bags, toiletries, sunscreen, ointments, a…

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Touring Vancouver Island in your RV

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…ria. It’s important to research before your trip to find out when the best time will be to see marine life. Vancouver Island history Logging and forestry was and still is important to the economy of Vancouver Island and some of the most notable landmarks found include the remains of the lumber barons. The British Columbia Forestry Museum in Duncan has all kinds of exhibits to explore. The island was first settled by the First Nations and then beca…

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RVing with Pets - pet safety

Pet Safety in your RV?

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…probably be better. A tattoo or microchip with your Vet’s information Sometimes pets may need to be left in the RV while we are out for the day and RVs can get really hot in the summer or cold in the winter. Have fresh water available Have proper ventilation and a controlled temperature in the unit. I absolutely hate it when dogs bark unnecessarily. Have you ever been in a park and the people next door are away and their dog barks the whole time?…

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