RV Traveler Email Newsletter #59

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

Welcome to Issue 59 of the RV Traveler Newsletter, now read
by more than 52,700 RVers.

I received many responses after my confession last issue about
my fear of losing my wallet in a pit toilet. A reader named Bill
from Florida wrote that he, in fact, did accidentally lose his
wallet in such a place. "Luckily the wallet was on top and did
not sink," he wrote, adding that a park ranger with a long pole
and hook was able to retrieve it. "The wallet was then washed
down, bleached, then thrown away. But we did save all cards and
cash. Rubber gloves and bleach are lifesavers."

A reader named Judi wrote with a perspective on this topic that
I had not considered. "Being a woman, I am terrified that a ring or
gold bracelet will fall off while doing what all women must do after
a potty call. I tend to nearly make a fist, so the rings don't fall off,
and have seriously considered taking off the bracelets before
stepping inside. What would one do if that should happen? Can you
imagine sifting through all that gunk to find the lost item? Or
just let it go, and file a claim with the insurance company?
What a bone chilling thought!"

For those of you who missed my story about my fear of losing my
wallet down a pit toilet, you'll find it here.

NEW IN OUR BOOKSTORE

TWO NEW E-BOOKS. Read online or print out.

RV CHECKLISTS
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COMPLETE GUIDE TO RV TOWING,
WEIGHTS, HITCH WORK AND BACKING
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FUEL PRICES CONTINUE TO DROP
According to figures released by the Department of Energy on
May 12, the national average diesel price fell last week to $1.444
from the previous week’s level of $1.484 per gallon. Meanwhile,
AAA reported that the nationwide average price of self-serve
regular gasoline dropped 10.5 cents per gallon since mid-April
to $1.497 per gallon, and is now at its lowest price since the end of
January. We received a note from a reader about a dramatic drop
in gas prices in Eureka, Calif., of 36 cents per gallon. The reason:
The local Costco store started selling gas, forcing local gas
stations to chop their prices to compete.

ELVIS' TRAVEL TRAILER
Did you know that "The King" and wife Priscilla received a travel
trailer as a wedding gift, and that they actually used it? Yup.
It's true, but perhaps even more incredible is that this little RV
may have contributed to the couple's divorce. Get the full scoop.

2003 Trailer Life Campgrounds and RV Park Directory
Only $13.95. Save 50%. More than 12,000 campgrounds listed!

KOA TO OFFER HI-SPEED WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS
RVers staying at some KOA locations will soon be surfing the
Internet wirelessly from the comfort of their own rigs. KOA,
the nation's largest system of family campgrounds, has
partnered with HOTSPOTZZ, one of the nation's largest
providers of wireless Internet "hot spots," to offer high-speed
wireless Wi-Fi access. KOA expects to have nearly 100 of its
500 locations on the HOTSPOTZZ network by the end of 2003.
Already offering the service are KOA campgrounds in Billings,
Mont., Albuquerque, N.M., and Nashville, Tenn. The service is
free to subscribers to KOA Konnect, a dial-up ISP from KOA,
which is $19.95 per month. For others, the service will be
available for $4 for an hour or $8 for a 24-hour period, and can
be purchased at KOA locations. With Wi-Fi access, users can access
the Internet at a lightning fast 11 megabits per second, many times
faster than a traditional dial-up connection. Currently, the most
popular places to obtain a Wi-Fi connection are Starbucks and
Kinko's. However, McDonalds has begun offering access at some
of its stores, and other WiFi hot spots are popping up daily at
hotels, airports and elsewhere.

ESSENTIAL READING ABOUT RVing IN ALASKA AND CANADA
Alaska By RV, Western Canada By RV, Eastern Canada By RV:
http://www.RVbookstore.com/howens.html. And don't forget the
2003 ALASKA MILEPOST DIRECTORY. If you are headed to Alaska,
Yukon Territory, BC, Alberta or NW Territories, this 55th edition
guidebook is essential. Get info or order.

RVs, RUBBER ROOFS AND YOU
Read all about rubber roofs and their care from the RV Doctor.
and see roof repair and maintenance products at Camping World

WHERE TO DUMP IN THE USA AND CANADA
Here's a very long list of public RV dump stations in the USA and
Canada.

OLD TRAILERS WANTED FOR SHOW BIZ
The Idaho Shakespeare Festival is seeking small vintage travel
trailers, preferably Airstreams from the '50s and '60s, for its
production of "Comedy of Errors." The trailers are needed from
early June through August. Trailer donators will get a pair of
season tickets. If interested, email nickie@idahoshakespeare.org .

LOOKING FOR AN ITTY, BITTY TRAILER?
Maybe you should be traveling with a Burro. These are very
cute little RVs, and so lightweight they can be pulled by itty
bitty cars.

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TOLL ROAD DIRECTORY
Here is an ever-expanding list of toll roads in the USA. Use this
to get an idea of how much spare change you'll need for the
drive ahead:.

THE ARIZONA OUTBACK
It's big and it's dry. And in the winter, when most of America is
chilly, the Arizona Outback is toasty warm -- and a huge
destination for RV snowbirds. Get the lay of the land here,
plus tips on where to camp.

HOME VIDEOS HELP NEW RV OWNERS LEARN TO USE THEIR RIGS
RV Education 101 presents home videos on how to operate everything
on an RV. The VHS videos are very useful to anyone new to RVing.
Read more, view a Quicktime video clip, or order at:
Class A motorhome video
Class C motorhome video
Trailer/5th wheel video
Pop Up Trailer Video

STATE TAXES FOR WOULD-BE FULL-TIME RVers
Thinking of going full time? Need to know the taxes of all the
U.S. states to help determine your home base? Then head here.

WORKCAMPING OPPORTUNITIES IN CANADA
Here's where to find work as you travel in Canada:

Best-selling books and videos about RVing

RV TRAVELING TALES:
WOMEN'S JOURNEYS ON THE OPEN ROAD
Women who travel by RV tell about their lives. Superb!

THE NEXT EXIT 2003
Learn what stores and services are located at every Interstate exit.

2003 BIG RIGS BEST BETS CAMPGROUND DIRECTORY
A directory of campgrounds that accommodate large RVs.

'CAMPING' AT WAL-MART HOME VIDEO AND DVD
Documentary film interviews RVers 'camping' at Wal-Mart

THE RVers BIBLE
Superb, bestseller reference, from buying an RV to using it.

SURVIVAL OF THE RV SNOWBIRDS
A classic guide about "boondocking" (RVing on the cheap)

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

2003 RVer's FRIEND
Learn what services America's truck stops offer RVers. Best Seller!

2003 GUIDE TO REST AREAS
Plus locations of Wal-Mart, Flying J, etc. Only $9.95

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.

ENCYCLOPEDIA FOR RVers II
Covers everything the RVer needs to know from A to Z

QUARTZSITE HOME VIDEO AND DVD
Take an armchair visit to the RV Boondocking Capital of the West
on VHS home video or DVD

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.

VIDEO: ROCKY MOUNTAINS BY RV
Visit Yellowstone, Tetons, Glacier and Rocky Mountain Nat. Parks

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

RV BUYERS SURVIVAL GUIDE (Also available as an instant 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!

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