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RV Traveler #36
November 24, 2002

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

Welcome to the 36th edition of the RV Traveler Newsletter, brought
to you every Sunday by the websites and sponsors above and a
guy named Chuck, who believes that a marshmallow roasted over a
campfire is one of the world's greatest, low-cost, fat-free deserts.

With home mortgage rates so low these days, many people are buying
new homes, and with good reason: they can get a lot of house for far less
than even a year ago. But RVers should be careful about where they buy
their new home if they plan to keep their RV in the driveway or elsewhere
on their land. Not a week passes that a community somewhere in America or
Canada doesn't enact a law restricting where a property owner may park an
RV. In some cases, an RV is simply not allowed on the street for more than a
day or two. In others, an RV can't be stored on a driveway, or anywhere else
where it can be seen by the public. In some cases, RVs are simply not allowed
anywhere on the property at anytime except for loading and unloading. So
if you plan to buy a new home, be sure to check with local authorities about
zoning laws regarding RV storage. And even if there are no restrictions, ask
around to see if there is talk about enacting any.

NEW IN OUR RV BOOKSTORE
"The World Famous Alaska Highway." A guide to the Alcan and other
wilderness roads of the North.

And now, more news and information. . .

RV FINANCING. GET A QUICK QUOTE
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and exceptional interest rates. Get a quick online quote and caring service.

VIRTUAL TOURS OF ALL TYPES OF RVs
If you are planning to buy your first RV, or if you already own one and are
considering getting another, then this website is for you. Take a virtual
tour of all the major types of RVs. Using your computer's mouse, you can
navigate a 360 degree view of each unit, and even look up and down to see the
floor, cupboards and even what's on the ceiling. This is a fabulous resource.

CHECKLIST FOR MOTORHOME TRAVELERS
Here's a good "to-do" list from the Family Motor Coaching Association
for RVers who are about to take off on a motorhome trip:

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DUMB LUCK: DOG SHOOTS MAN
It's true, a puppy named Sonny pulled the trigger on a rifle,
wounding his owner. Read all about it.

DID YOU KNOW?
More RVs are now owned by baby boomers than any other group,
according to the University of Michigan study. This is also the fastest
growing segment of the RV market.

CURING YOUR ACHES AND PAINS AT A MONTANA RADON MINE
Hundreds of RVers a year make a pilgrimage to Montana's Radon Mines
to help cure their arthritis and other chronic conditions. Some people
say the radon exposure does no good. Others swear it works miracles.
Some of the mines have reasonably priced RV parks. Read more:

TRAILER LIFE MAGAZINE. ONE YEAR $12.97. SAVE 73%
If you only subscribe to one RV magazine, this should be it!

RVs, THE ROSE PARADE AND TERRORISM CONCERNS
Last January, the Pasadena, Calif., police department faced a dilemma:
how to make sure that the 700 motorhomes that would be parked along the
parade route were there for the parade, and not to cause trouble. Read
the clever way they handled the situation:

POP UP TRAILER OWNERS DISCUSS THEIR RVs
At this Yahoo Group, owners of pop ups share information about
their trailers. If you own a pop up trailer or plan to, you should sign
up for this group.

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

PROPANE: ON OR OFF WHILE DRIVING?
Is it okay to travel down the highway with your refrigerator running
on propane? Opinion is divided on this subject. For example, in this
month's issue of Trailer Life, in its "RV Clinic and Performance" column,
the authors conclude, "Use of LP-gas on the highway is a perfectly
acceptable practice under safe driving conditions. . ." Meanwhile in the
current issue of Escapees Magazine, columnists Hank Schnelle and Roy
Stiglich hem and haw a bit: "Driving with the propane on is a gamble," they
write. "If safety is your first priority, the clear choice is to drive with
your propane turned off." But, they add, "if you feel the benefits of
driving with your propane on outweigh its potential dangers, you may
choose to keep it on."
SUBSCRIBE TO THESE RV MAGAZINES. Best prices:
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and Pop Up Times: http://www.NewRVer.com/rvmags.html

WHAT IS A CONVERSION VEHICLE?
Find out here.

DUMB RV STORIES
Yes, all these stories are true. Learn how dumb an RVer can be
(not you or me, of course).

EVERY RV SALESMAN'S DREAM
Mike Cooper, manager of an English RV dealership, probably
couldn't believe his luck when he sold two motorhomes to the same couple.
The indecisive buyers had difficulty choosing between two models.
So they bought them both!

RVers CAN CHOOSE FROM MANY TYPES OF CAMPGROUNDS
From primitive sites in national forests to posh RV parks with
hot tubs and swimming pools, RVers have a wide range of places
to stay a night, a week or forever. Read more.

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

CAMPING ON THE CALIFORNIA COAST
Here's a terrific article about camping on the beautiful California coast.

MORE NATIONAL PARKS IN CANADA PLANNED
Motorhome Magazine reports that Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien’s
government plans to create 10 new national parks and five new marine
conservation areas in Canada over the next five years, although details
must be worked out with provincial and tribal officials.

RV PARKS OF GREAT BRITAIN
Headed across the Atlantic for some RVing in Great Britain? Here's
where to stay.

RV HOW-TO ADVICE IN BRIEF

HOW TO CARE FOR RV TIRES

HOW TO SAFELY TOW A TRAILER

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

FREE RV PARK
Camp for free in a vacant lot across from the world's largest
thermometer in Baker, California. Baker is along busy I-10 in Southern
California. RVers traveling between Los Angeles and Phoenix will find
this a convenient place to pause for the night. Find more free camping
places.

DON'T BE BEATEN BY BAD BATTERIES
When you're in the middle of nowhere, far from an electrical outlet,
your RV batteries are mighty important. Make sure they are in good
shape. Here's how

BUMPER SNICKER
On the back of a woman's car: "If you want breakfast in bed, sleep in
the kitchen." Have you seen a good bumper sticker? Email it to
Chuck Woodbury at outwest@seanet.com

Best-selling books and videos about RVing

ON SALE: 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.

VIDEO: HOW TO WINTERIZE YOUR RV
A step by step VHS video guide.

HOW TO LIVE ABOARD YOUR RV
How do you become a full-time RVer? Here's a fabulous book with the answers.

HOW TO GET PAID $50,000 A YEAR TO DELIVER MOTORHOMES

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
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.

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

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.
20th Annual Quartzsite (Ariz.) Vacation and RV Show, Jan. 18-26
Canada RV Shows:

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This newsletter is copyrighted 2002 by Chuck Woodbury. You may
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