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FreeCampgrounds.com is a directory of free RV campgrounds in the American West. These are often in small town city parks. Plus information on camping at casinos, truck stops, Wal-Mart and on U.S. public lands.
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EXCELLENT BOOK ABOUT FULL-TIME RVing
Sharlene Minshall has been traveling full-time in her motorhome for 16 years. She has covered nearly a quarter million miles and written five books about RVing including "Full-Time RVing: How To Make It Happen" ($14.95). Read about the book, and Sharlene, too, (an inspiration to all who dream of the full-time RV lifestyle) at http://www.RVbookstore.com/minshall.html
HOME VIDEOS EXPLAIN RVs TO NOVICE RVers
RV Education 101 presents two videos on how to operate everything on a motorhome or trailer/fifth wheel. Each VHS video is 75-minutes long and very useful to anyone new to RVing. Read more, see a short Quicktime video clip, or order at http://www.NewRVer.com/RV101.html
Pop Up Trailer Video: http://www.newrver.com/popupvideo.html
FERRY YOUR RV TO MEXICO'S YUCATAN PENINSULA
It soon may be possible to visit Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula with your RV without making the long drive there. Tampa, Florida's Port Authority recently approved a plan to permit a ferry to transport vehicles and passengers to the Yucatan Peninsula as early as November.
RVING VANCOUVER ISLAND
With the value of the U.S. dollar so strong, it's a great time for Americans to visit Canada. And one beauty spot is Vancouver Island and its "little piece of England," the city of Victoria. A Seattle Times reporter recently explored the island in a rented motorhome and even though he got rained on a lot, his story may still persuade you to make a trip of your own there one day. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/travel/134457135_renfrew19.html
SUBSCRIBE TO THESE RV MAGAZINES. Best prices:
Motorhome, Trailer Life, RV Journal, RV Companion, Gypsy Journal and Pop Up Times: http://www.NewRVer.com/rvmags.html
DELIVER RVs FOR FUN AND PROFIT
From the book "Support Your RV Lifestyle: An Insider's Guide to Working On the Road" (http://www.RVbookstore.com/support.html): "RVs have to be transported from the manufacturer to the dealer. Transport companies. . . contract with drivers who work as independent contractors. Owners of trucks capable of hauling 5th wheels and trailers are paid so much per mile from factory to dealer to deliver the rig. Also needed are drivers to deliver motorhomes. The earning potential is more than $30,000 per year for the serious worker."
EXTENDED RV WARRANTIES: HOW COSTS ARE CALCULATED
Have you ever wondered how the cost of an RV extended warranty is calculated? For example, did you know that the location of a motorhome's engine affects the price? Or if an engine is turbocharged the warranty costs more? Here's an explanation of costs for various types of RVs: http://www.newrver.com/warranty.html
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Join the GOOD SAM club. Save on camping fees and receive a free subscription to Highways Magazine! Only $19 a year! http://www.newrver.com/gs.html
ADVICE ON BOONDOCKING
RVers who stay in places other than official campgrounds are known as boondockers. Most often, they don't pay to camp. Here is a superb overview of boondocking: http://www.phrannie.org/boondock.html
GENERATE ELECTRICITY FROM A BABBLING BROOK
Here's a nifty device that boondockers could use to generate power from a stream. Power Pal is worth looking at for serious "dry campers." http://www.backwoodssolar.com/newsletter/articles.htm (scroll down the page).
"DRIVE" THE ALASKA HIGHWAY BEFORE YOU GO
Three new home videos provide a sneak preview of traveling north of our border. "RV Alaska" details Bob and Judy Howen's 67-day, 6,700-mile trip on the Alaska Highway and then in Alaska itself (with a return trip via the Inland Passage by ferry). Their other videos, "Western Canada By RV" and "Eastern Canada by RV" are equally entertaining. Read more about these home videos or order at http://www.RVbookstore.com/howens.html
THE ABCs of DRIVING OR PULLING AN RV IN MEXICO
http://www.peoplesguide.com/1pages/chapts/drive/1driveindex.html
BUMPER STICKER:
License plate ID on back of a horse trailer: ORSPOOP
Spotted by Gerald Lawson. Have you seen a good one? Let us know! Write Chuck Woodbury, outwest@seanet.com
WOW! A TON OF GREAT RV INFORMATION, CANADIAN-STYLE
The Calgary (Alberta) Sun Newspaper publishes a wonderful, jam-packed RV travel section. It's one of the finest RV travel sections we have ever seen online or even in print. Check it out. You will not be disappointed: http://www.calgarysun.com/generic15.shtml
RVs AND TAX WRITE-OFFS
If you're shopping for an RV, there are a couple of ways to make the financing tax-deductible. One option is to take out a home-equity loan. Generally, interest on home-equity loans of up to $100,000 can be written off using the itemized mortgage deduction, no matter what the loan proceeds are used for. If you're buying an RV that's equipped with basic living accommodations, there is a second option. Your RV may qualify as a second home, allowing you to deduct interest on the loan just as if you were buying a conventional vacation home. To qualify as a second home, your RV must have sleeping, cooking and toilet facilities. In addition, your loan must be secured by the RV in order to qualify for the mortgage deduction. For more information, visit http://www.newrver.com/taxation.html
BEST SELLING BOOKS ABOUT RVing
FULL-TIME RVing: HOW TO MAKE IT HAPPEN
http://www.RVbookstore.com/minshall.html
RVers FRIEND
Learn what services truck stops provide RVers, including whether they allow free overnight stays: http://www.NewRVer.com/rversfriend.html
FREE CAMPGROUNDS OF THE WEST (Also available as an ebook) 2002 edition: How and where to camp in an RV in the West for free. Includes official campgrounds and "unofficial" places to stay. http://www.FreeCampgrounds.com/guide.html
DON WRIGHT'S GUIDE TO FREE CAMPGROUNDS
Don Wright's long-awaited 2002 Free Campgrounds Directory is hot off the press, this time in two editions, Eastern USA and Western USA. Lists all free and inexpensive campgrounds including those far off the beaten path. http://www.FreeCampgrounds.com/fcwright.html
RV BUYERS SURVIVAL GUIDE (Also available as an ebook)
Buying an RV? You must read this first. Written by an ex-RV sales manager who reveals all. Read this and save big money! http://www.NewRVer.com/rvbook.html
BIG RIGS BEST BETS CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY
A directory of campgrounds that accommodate large RVs. http://www.NewRVer.com/bigrigbook.html
YOUR HOME ON WHEELS
A wonderful book for new or aspiring full-time RVers: http://www.NewRVer.com/carolray.html
MOTORHOMES MADE EASY, TRAILERS MADE EASY
These two books explain how to use everything on a motorhome or trailer (or 5th wheel). And what a bargain at only $8.95 each! http://www.NewRVer.com/easy.html
THE ABCs of RVing (Also available as an ebook) A primer for new RVers written by Chuck Woodbury. Lots of info! http://www.NewRVer.com/ABC.html
SUPPORT YOUR LIFESTYLE:
AN INSIDER'S GUIDE TO WORKING ON THE ROAD
A superb guide about find work as your travel by RV.http://www.RVbookstore.com/support.html
DUMMY'S GUIDE TO BUYING A USED RV (ebook only. Free download) http://hop.clickbank.net/?outwestcw/pac113
GUIDE TO NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CAMPGROUNDS
An awesome directory of campgrounds in National Parks http://www.rvbookstore.com/natparks.html
HOW TO LIVE FULL-TIME IN A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (ebook)
http://www.dreamjobstogo.com/titles/dltg0005.html?10706
RV MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ISBN=0934798702/outwestnewspaperA
MORE BOOKS, VIDEOS AND OTHER GOODIES
http://www.RVbookstore.com/info.html
KEY WEST FLORIDA BOOTS RVs FROM PARKING LOTS
Don't try staying overnight in your RV in a Key West, Florida, shopping center parking lot or along a scenic beach. Because a local campsite costs $75 a night or more, many RVers have been staying at freebie spots. Key West's mayor recently told shopping center owners to either apply to become an official RV park or kick out all overnight RVers. The result: local police are booting RVers left and right.
DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR RV!
Good advice: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/dl648/dl648pt9.htm
THE BEAUTIFUL OREGON COAST
If you have never visited the Oregon coast with your RV, you're missing something special! U.S. Highway 101 hugs the coast, with scenic pullouts and beautiful state parks everywhere. Learn more at http://www.oregonlive.com/travel/coast
LAST WEEK'S READER SURVEY RESULTS:
We asked: "When traveling by RV, which meal do you partake of most often when dining out?" Read the results and/or take this week's quiz at http://www.NewRVer.com/quizlet.html
THREE WEEKS RVing EUROPE
Here is a wonderful story by an American family of five about its three-week RV trip in Europe. "Quality campgrounds are often just a short walk from the narrow cobbled streets of ancient urban centers," they wrote. The family covered nearly 4,000 miles in a rented motorhome in France, Spain, Italy and Germany. Read about their fascinating journey at http://www.cnn.com/2002/TRAVEL/NEWS/05/18/st.europe.by.camper.ap/index.html
TRIVIA
What is the only town in the USA named after a TV show? Answer below.
BREAKING NEWS
These articles were available when this email newsletter was issued.
WOMAN DIES IN RV FIRE
An attempt to "crank" an engine takes a life. Learn a lesson from this:
http://www.goupstate.com/docs/News/gen/9038.asp
REXHALL RETURNS TO PROFITABILITY
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=117937
RV PARK PLANNED AT NEVADA'S ONLY WINERY
http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/gaming/2002/may/16/513455030.html
NATURAL GAS DIESEL ENGINES COMING
http://www.motorhomemagazine.com/newsdesk/index.cfm?recordID=429
WORKHORSE SCHEDULES MORE DEMO DRIVES
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=118837
NEW MOTORHOME OFFERED AS CONTEST PRIZE
http://www.motorhomemagazine.com/newsdesk/index.cfm?recordID=426
SUMMER OF "THE RV" ARRIVES
http://www.RVBusiness.com/output.cfm?ID=119251
RVs ROCKING IN THE USA
http://www.redlandsdailyfacts.com/business/articles/0502/17/biz02.asp
MORE NEWS about RVs and RVing:
NEWS about National Parks
TODAY'S LOWEST GAS PRICE IN USA: Donough, Georgia: $1.07/gal.
Other gas and diesel prices: http://www.gaspricewatch.com
RV INSURANCE:
Get an online quote from Explorer
http://www.NewRVer.com/explorer.html
THIS ISSUE'S QUIZ
The FIFTH reader to answer the following questions about Route 66 wins one of the greatest Route 66 tee-shirts (size XL) ever produced. You will love this! RULES: Contest good in USA and Canada only, and ONLY to registered subscribers of this newsletter. ENTRY DEADLINE: Monday, May 27, 5 p.m., Pacific Time. Only one answer per person. Winners of last two quizzes ineligible.
1. Route 66 began where in the East? A) New York, B) Chicago C) Baltimore
2. Nickname for Route 66? A) Lincoln Highway, B) Mother Road, C) Loneliest Highway
3. Who wrote the most famous Route 66 song? A) Bobby Troup, B) Frank Sinatra, C) Burl Ives
E-mail your answers to me, Chuck Woodbury, at chuckwoodbury@yahoo.com
LAST ISSUE'S ANSWERS:
RV BARGAINS:
Hot deals at KOA: http://www.koa.com/hotdeal
Free home video for new RVers: http://gorving.newc.com/forms/freevideo.cfm
Poulsbo RV Weekly specials: http://www.poulsborv.com/Specials/index.asp
RV INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
INFLATABLE BOATS FOR RVers:
Don't tow a boat. Pump one up! Easy storage!
http://www.newrver.com/boats.html
LIVE RENT-FREE AS A CARETAKER
http://www.outwestnewspaper.com/caretaker.html
POP UP TRAILER VIDEO: Great "how-to" tape about Pop Up Trailers:
http://newrver.com/popupvideo.html
E-BIKES ARE PERFECT FOR RVers
They're super lightweight, burn no gas, fold up for easy storage cost about the same as a good bicycle. Pedal like a bike or use battery power to help on hills. http://www.newrver.com/ebike.html
STATE-BY-STATE TAXES
Fulltimers can find the state with the best tax rates:
http://www.taxsites.com/state.html
NO PARK WAL-MARTS: Stores where RVers can't stay overnight:
http://www.FreeCampgrounds.com/noparking.html
GUIDE TO RV CLUBS: http://www.newrver.com/clubs.html
RV SHOPPING MALL: http://www.NewRVer.com/shopmall.html
TOP 15 RV COMPANIES CLOSING STOCK PRICES
http://www.rvbusiness.com/rvstocks.cfm
UPCOMING RV SHOWS
Great North American RV Rally, Pomona, CA. June 28 - July 1,
http://www.rv.net/rally
Mid-America RV Spectacular, Fort Worth, TX. July 18-21, 817-335-1211
Midwest RV & Camping Show and RV Rally, South Bend, IN. Aug. 8-11,
http://www.rvshows.org
Fox Valley RV & Outdoor Show, St. Charles, IL. Aug. 9-11,
http://www.auroraexchange.org/rv.html
SCHEDULE OF THIS WEEK'S RV TODAY TV SHOW
http://www.rvtoday.tv/schedule.cfm
RV RECALLS
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/Index.cfm
HOW MUCH IS YOUR RV WORTH?
Find out from NADA Guides:
http://www.nadaguides.com
RV TRAVELER DISCUSSION GROUP:
http://communities.msn.com/RVTraveler
RV JOKES
Laugh at jokes about RVing: http://www.RVjokes.com
WORTH PONDERING:
"Take time every day to do something silly." -- Philipa Walker
TRIVIA ANSWER
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, was chartered in 1916 as Hot Springs. In 1950 it became Truth or Consequences in response to TV host Ralph Edwards' request that a town in America take on the television game show's namesake.
Read more at http://southernnewmexico.com/snm/torc.html
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