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RV Traveler #29
October 6, 2002

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FROM CHUCK WOODBURY
editor, http://www.RVtraveler.com

Welcome to the 29th edition of the RV Traveler Newsletter, brought
to you by the websites and sponsors above and a guy named Chuck,
who has an unceasing urge to learn what's around the next corner.

A reader wrote to me recently wondering if it was wise to purchase
a used 1989 motorhome. "I have heard that RVs built before 1990
are not allowed in many RV parks," she wrote. I answered that this was
nonsense, and that the parks with such restrictions are primarily
luxury resorts that cater to RVers with big, fancy, expensive rigs.

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MANY FULLTIMERS LOOKING FORWARD TO HUGE DESERT RV SHOW
RV snowbirds are marking their calendars for the 2003 RV show in snowbird
mecca Quartzsite, Arizona. This tiny desert outpost bursts at the seams
when tens of thousands of RVers swarm to it for the annual winter rock
and mineral shows and flea markets. One of the largest and most
popular venues each year is the RV show in the "Big Tent" just south of
Interstate 10 on State Highway 95. The 19th Annual Quartzsite Sports,
Vacation & RV Show runs January 18-26. More info:
http://www.quartzsitervshow.com

DID YOU KNOW that tiny Quartzsite has its own FM radio station? And did
you know it's operated out of a spare bedroom? Read all about KBUX-FM at
http://www.outwestnewspaper.com/radio.html .

VINTAGE AIRSTREAM CLUB
Are you fascinated with classic Airstream trailers? If so, here's a
website for you: http://www.airstream.net . Another superb Airstream
site is Airsteam Central at http://www.airstreamcentral.com

Home videos about Airstreams and travel in Airstreams:
http://www.airstream.net/videos.html

HOME VIDEO SHOWS HOW TO WINTERIZE AN RV
Mark Polk has just released a new VHS home video titled "Winterizing Your
RV." If you don't plan to use your RV for the winter, then this half-hour VHS
home video will be a huge help in winterizing your rig. Read more or
order at http://www.NewRVer.com/winterize.html .

ROADSIDE AMERICA IN ALL ITS GLORY
One of the best things about RVing is visiting the wacky tourist
attractions along our paths. From the world's largest frying pan, to
muffler men, to giant dinosaur statues, you can find entertainment aplenty
along our highways and byways. The best source of anything and
everything that's offbeat is Roadside America. What fun!
http://www.roadsideamerica.com

HALF-PRICE CAMPING AT RV PARKS
Save 50% at more than 700 RV parks:
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THE RV DOCTOR IS IN. . .
Check out the latest installment of the RV Doctor, where the doc answers
questions about RVs. In this installment, learn about batteries, gas
generators and rubber roofs: http://www.rvdoctor.com/rvdoctor282.html

SUBSCRIBE TO THESE RV MAGAZINES. Best prices:
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING YOUR RV's FURNACE
It's the time of year when our air conditioners get shut off and our
heaters turned on. But if your heater doesn't work, it can be mighty
uncomfortable. Here's a wonderful primer on keeping your RV's furnace
in top shape: http://www.rverscorner.com/articles/furnace1.html

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FREE COFFEE AT WASHINGTON STATE REST AREAS
Many roadside rest areas along popular Washington Interstates offer
free coffee to motorists. Look for "Free Coffee" signs on the blue signs
announcing a rest area exit. By the way, stays of up to eight hours
are allowed in the state's rest areas.

BE SURE OF YOUR DRIVING SKILLS WHEN DRIVING AN RV
More accidents involving RVs are due to the failure of the driver to
be comfortable with the RV than a failure of the rig itself. Read more

"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

AND IF YOU PLAN TO DRIVE TO ALASKA or Western Canada, you MUST
bring along The Milepost — the VERY best guidebook to traveling the
Alaska Highway and other roads of the far North:
http://www.RVbookstore.com/milepost.html

BUMPER SNICKER
On a small Nissan pickup truck: "O to 60 in 13 minutes."
Spotted by Nelita Martin in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Have you seen a good one?
Email it to Chuck Woodbury at outwest@seanet.com

EXTENDED RV WARRANTIES. GET AN ONLINE QUOTE
Buying an RV? Protect that investment with extended warranty coverage
from Web Direct Warranty. Fast online quotes; coverage for new and used
motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and pop-up campers
at great prices. http://www.webdirectwarranty.com/connect2wdw.asp

DON'T REGISTER YOUR RV IN OREGON UNLESS YOU LIVE THERE
Because of the extremely reasonable fee schedule for a two-year
registration, word has spread that Oregon is the place to register an RV.
But be warned: You can get in a heap of trouble if you try register there
but don't really live in the state. Some RVers have received huge fines
for doing just that: Read more.

STATE AND PROVINCIAL TOURISM OFFICES
Here's a good list of tourism offices for each U.S. state and Canadian
Province. Addresses, phone numbers and websites are provided, making
this is helpful resource: http://www.rvnetlinx.com/httourism.php3

HOME VIDEOS HELP NEW RV OWNERS LEARN TO USE THEIR RIGS
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 or order at
http://www.NewRVer.com/RV101.html

Pop Up Trailer Video: Learn how to operate your pop up trailer.
http://www.newrver.com/popupvideo.html

TIPS ABOUT RENTING AN RV
Many would-be RVers get their first taste of RVing in a rented RV. Here
are some tips about how to rent one from the Recreational Vehicle Industry
Association:
-- Do you want to rent an RV near your home and drive it to your
destination or fly to your vacation location and rent an RV there? Many
larger rental companies offer fly-drive packages.
-- A valid driver's license is all that's required to rent an RV for
personal use. Be sure to have yours with you. Rental companies do not
all have the same required minimum driving age, so check before you go
if you have any doubts.
-- Before you go, check to make sure your rental RV is covered under
your current car insurance policy. It may turn out that you need
additional coverage from the rental agency. More information about
renting an RV is at http://www.NewRVer.com/renting.html .

HEADED TO FLORIDA FOR THE WINTER?
If so, there's a good chance you'll be driving much or part of Interstate 95.
Here's a comprehensive resource of things to see and do along the way,
plus a directory of RV parks and other RV services including facilities at
roadside rest areas: http://www.usastar.com/i95/camping.htm

Best-selling books and videos about RVing

SUPPORT YOUR RV 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

VIDEO: TOP 40 RV CAMPING TIPS
RV experts Joe and Vicki Kieva reveal some very clever
ideas to save RVers time, money and hassles.
http://www.newrver.com/top40tips.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

BIG RIGS BEST BETS CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY
A directory of campgrounds that accommodate large RVs.
http://www.NewRVer.com/bigrigbook.html

MOUNTAIN PASS GUIDE, WEST AND EAST EDITIONS
Ever get surprised by a steep or narrow road on a mountain pass?
Don't be surprised again. These guides tell you everything you need to
know about driving over 700 mountain passes in the USA.
http://www.RVbookstore.com/mountaindirectory.html

SPECIAL LOW PRICE: BUREAU OF RECLAMATION LAKES GUIDE.
Learn what to see and do at 250 lakes in the West and Midwest.
Most of these areas have low-cost campgrounds. Only $7.95
http://www.RVbookstore.com/reclamation.html

RVs AND CAMPERS: 1900-2000, An Illustrated History:
A wonderful book with an amazing historic photos of early RVs that
is the perfect gift for the RVer. http://www.RVbookstore.com/old.html

TRIVIA QUESTION
How many U.S. vehicle-owning households now own an RV?
A) One in 20, B) One in 6, C) One in 12
Answer below

DID YOU KNOW? Approximately 5,000 motorhomes were shipped to dealers
in August.

UPCOMING RV SHOWS, RALLIES, SEMINARS
Fall RV Show & Closeout Sale, Oklahoma City, Oct. 10-13
Suncoast RV Super Sale, St. Petersburg, FL, Oct. 11-13
Salem Fall RV Show, Salem, Ore., Oct. 11-13
California RV Show, Pomona, Oct. 11-20
Rhode Island Fall RV Show, Providence, Oct. 18-20
RV, Camping and Outdoors Show, Palmetto, Fl., Oct. 18-20
Year-End Boat and RV Clearance, Ottawa, Canada, Oct. 19-20
Birmingham Fall RV Extravaganze, Pelham, Alabama, Oct. 25-27
South Jersey Fall RV Show, Pennsauken, Oct. 25-27
Tampa Bay RV Show, Tampa, Nov. 7-10

EVIDENCE OF HOW FAST TIME FLIES
Forty years ago yesterday, the first single by the Beatles was released.
"Love Me Do," was released Oct. 5, 1962.

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