Safe and Sound RVing
June 13, 2011 by Rex Vogel · 1 Comment
The proper maintenance of your recreational vehicle is a key to keeping you on the road to safety. An RV that’s mechanically sound will be less apt to break down. Be meticulous about maintenance. A proper maintenance program should include: Inspecting all belts and hoses for cracking and replacing where required Checking headlights, brake lights, [...]
Are You Ready for the Road?
May 24, 2011 by Rex Vogel · Leave a Comment
Memorial Day weekend kicks off those lazy, hazy days of summer. The long weekend is perfect for a camping getaway to enjoy biking, boating, fishing, golfing, hiking, paddling, photography, or bird watching. More than 30 million people nationwide will travel more than 50 miles during Memorial Day weekend, defined as the period from Thursday, May [...]
Bring your home with you this summer…on a budget
May 23, 2011 by Rex Vogel · 1 Comment
“Get your motor runnin’ Head out on the highway Lookin’ for adventure And whatever comes our way Yeah Darlin’ go make it happen Take the world in a love embrace Fire all of your guns at once And explode into space.” It could be the theme song of every RVer, though it’s not likely what [...]
Go Hydrogen in Your RV
May 20, 2011 by Rex Vogel · 7 Comments
Mary Meadows says she can increase mileage and reduce emissions. She’s the founder of an Arizona company that makes a system that converts cars, pickups, trucks, recreational vehicles, and boats to hydrogen hybrids, reported The Arizona Republic. Mary Meadows is an environmental medicine physician who had a clinic in Texas. In Corpus Christi, Texas, she [...]
Tornadoes: The What, When & Where
May 4, 2011 by Rex Vogel · 2 Comments
Tornadoes are nature’s most violent storms. People, recreational vehicles, cars, and even buildings may be hurled aloft by tornado-force winds—or simply blown away. Most injuries and deaths are caused by flying debris. A tornado is a vertical funnel of violently rotating air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground. The most violent tornadoes are capable [...]
Santa Fe Skies Solar Power Project
April 8, 2011 by Rex Vogel · 1 Comment
Santa Fe Skies is an 11-year-old family built, owned, and operated RV Park overlooking the beautiful mountains of Santa Fe, New Mexico. This “Big Rig friendly” park offers 20/30/50 amp electric service to all 98 sites. This has allowed the park to remain up to date with the power requirements of the modern recreational vehicle. [...]
Army Corps Campgrounds Upgrades: Arkansas Ozarks
March 9, 2011 by Rex Vogel · 1 Comment
Improvements to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ campgrounds around Norfork and Bull Shoals lakes south of the Arkansas-Missouri state line have been upgraded, the Baxter Bulletin recently reported. Most of the improved campsites can now accommodate 50-foot recreational vehicles and offer 50-amp electrical service in addition to the basic amenities. Along with the bigger, reconfigured [...]
Last Minute Christmas gift ideas for RVers
December 21, 2010 by Rex Vogel · 1 Comment
It’s that time of year again. The Christmas countdown has begun! While the holidays bring with it lots of love, time spent with family and friends, good food, and more, it can also bring stress. Trying to find that perfect gift for someone can get frustrating. But if you’re still looking for gifts for the [...]
A look at snowbirds
October 16, 2010 by Rex Vogel · 2 Comments
The Iceman cometh This article is the first in an ongoing series on snowbirds and preparation for the snowbird lifestyle. It’s pretty safe to say that summer is over and we’re approaching the Snowbird season. Long before winter’s blustery chill begins to sting the bones, plans are being made by millions of Canadians, Northeasters, Midwesterners, [...]
