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RV Traveler #34
November 10, 2002

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FROM CHUCK WOODBURY
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Welcome to the 34th edition of the RV Traveler Newsletter, brought
to you absolutely free by the websites and sponsors above and a
guy who is presently out there on the road with his motorhome,
probably along the Oregon Coast about now, enjoying fresh seafood,
exploring a beach, or just hanging out at a cafe sipping clam chowder and
reading the local newspaper. Ah, the RV life!

Last issue I reported that RVs were not being permitted to cross
Hoover Dam. Well, I was wrong. RVs and other passenger vehicles
are, in fact, being allowed to cross. But RVs, as several readers
pointed out, are being stopped and very thoroughly searched. The
reason: security concerns. Learn more about visiting Hoover Dam

And now, more news and information. . .

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ROAD DAMAGE TO ALASKA HIGHWAYS
The major earthquake in Alaska wasn't reported too widely in the lower
48 states because it didn't cause huge damage or kill anyone. But take a
look what it did to some of the roads in the state. You won't want to
drive these anytime soon:
http://www.adn.com/front/story/2076132p-2173847c.html

RV SKEPTICS TAKE FIRST TRIP: FALL IN LOVE WITH THE LIFESTYLE
They write: "The Winnebago becomes, by turns, our cottage by the sea
and our cabin in the woods, and ultimately it proves so alluring that we're
planning to buy one. At first, though, our jaunt feels mostly hapless,
as if Lucy and Desi's Long, Long Trailer meets Chevy Chase's Vacation
movies." Read more about Arline and Sam Bleecker's first RV adventure
and how their eyes opened to the appeal of RV travel.
http://www.sptimes.com/2002/11/03/Travel/Learning_by_lumbering.shtml

NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO EXPLAINS THE APPEAL OF RV TRAVEL
NPR doesn't seem like a place on the radio dial where you would expect
to hear a reporter detailing the joys of RVing. But it did happen. Read what
correspondent Brian Mann reported, or listen to the actual broadcast.
http://www.npr.org/programs/atc/features/2002/july/motorhomes/index.html

Also from National Public Radio. . .

LEARN WHY SOME RVers STAY OVERNIGHT AT WAL-MART
NPR interviewed RVers who were "camped" at a Wal-Mart store to learn
why they would spend a night in a parking lot. RV Traveler editor
Chuck Woodbury was interviewed for his expert opinion. Read more
or listen to the interview.

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WORKAMPER JOB FAIRS ANNOUNCED FOR 2003
We published this news item several issues ago, but provided an
incorrect web address. So here's the information again, but with the
correct link: Workamper News, the organization devoted to
finding jobs and volunteer opportunities for working RVers, has announced
the dates of its 2003 Workamper Job Fairs. These events put
Workampers and Workamper wannabes together with employers.
Workampers are adventuresome individuals and couples who combine
part- or full-time work with their RV travels. Upcoming Job Fairs
will be held January 10-11 in Lakeland, Florida; January 21-22 in
Harlingen, Texas; and January 29, 30 in Yuma, Arizona. Get more
information here.

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NEW PRODUCT TRACKS RVers AS THEY TRAVEL
A company that provides satellite tracking services to operators of
small fleets of trucks will soon offer a system to allow family and friends
to keep track of RVers as they travel. The cost is expected to be between
$20 and $65 a month. The system uses global positioning system (GPS)
satellites to track a vehicle and report the location to those who sign
up for the service. More info: http://www.10-20.com

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IS YOUR RV TAX-ADVANTAGED?
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to take advantage of tax breaks available to you. Read more.

WEATHER REPORT FOR NATIONAL PARKS
Before you head off to a National Park, get the weather report here.

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MAKE A POP UP TRAILER CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT
When you think that there is nothing left to invent, a creative RVer
comes along and creates a do-it-your-self pop up trailer
Christmas ornament. Learn how to make one.

HOME VIDEOS ABOUT RVing IN ALASKA AND CANADA
Alaska By RV, Western Canada By RV, Eastern Canada By RV:
http://www.RVbookstore.com/howens.html

FREE RV PARK
Lion's Park in Vermillion, South Dakota offers a free two-night stay.
After that it's $5 a day. Includes electricity with water close by and a
dump station: More info about free campgrounds is at:
http://www.FreeCampgrounds.com

BUMPER SNICKER
"Man who stands on toilet is high on pot."
Have you seen a good bumper sticker?
Email it to Chuck Woodbury at outwest@seanet.com

EXTENDED RV WARRANTIES. GET AN ONLINE QUOTE
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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

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR VEHICLE BREAKS DOWN ON THE ROAD
This information is aimed at motorists driving cars, but it applies to
RVers as well: http://www.caldrive.com/accidents.html

FREE E-BOOK ABOUT RV LIVING TIPS
Author Peggy McDonald has written an ebook titled "Facts,
Tips, Hints and More," which she offers as a free download
from her website. What a deal! Get the book at
http://www.rvliving.net/ebookcont.htm

RV HOW-TO ADVICE IN BRIEF

MAKING PETS WELCOME AT CAMPGROUNDS

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT RV SEWER HOSES

STORING SHARP KNIVES IN AN RV KITCHEN

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

RAIDS BY BEARS ON THE INCREASE AT YOSEMITE
Close encounters between bears and human visitors to Yosemite
National Park are nothing new, but officials say the number of
incidents has nearly doubled since last year. Read more

RV CRASH!
You might want to grab a tissue before looking at these photos of the
crash of a Tioga Class C motorhome. They might make you weep! Luckily, the
passengers escaped injury, but the motorhome suffered an ugly death.
http://www.barkless.com/baru/news/news9909.htm

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HOW TO LIVE ABOARD YOUR RV
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SUPPORT YOUR RV LIFESTYLE:
AN INSIDER'S GUIDE TO WORKING ON THE ROAD
A superb guide about find work as your travel by RV

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

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.

BIG RIGS BEST BETS CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY
A directory of campgrounds that accommodate large RVs.

MOUNTAIN PASS GUIDE, WEST AND EAST EDITIONS
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know about driving over 700 mountain passes in the USA.

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UPCOMING RV SHOWS, RALLIES, SEMINARS
Colorado RV Adventure Travel Show, Jan. 2-5, Denver
MACO RV and Camping Show, Jan. 3-5, Malborough, Mass.
Manufacturers RV Show and Sale, Jan. 3-12, Pleasanton, Calif.

This newsletter is copyrighted 2002 by Chuck Woodbury. You may
forward it to as many people as you like, but re-publication for
commercial purposes brings out the worst in our lawyers.

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