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Campground Guide for King-Sized RVs 2003 edition is hot off the press

RV Traveler #68 July 20, 2003

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

When we travel by RV, we see many places. But, to me, more
important than the places I see are the friends I make.

One of those friends just died. His name was Bob Ivers, and I
met him 12 years ago in Yakima, Washington. While the name
Bob Ivers is likely unfamiliar to you, you may have actually seen
him. Bob was an actor, who called Hollywood home until his wife
fell ill and he had to give up his career to follow her to eastern
Washington for medical treatment. She died in 1981.

I met Bob in a shopping center parking lot. I introduced myself as
a traveling journalist, and he took the opportunity to introduce
himself as an ex-actor."I co-starred with Elvis Presley as his
sidekick in 'G.I. Blues,'" he said casually. "I knew Elvis from 1960
to 1968. He was fun to work with. Everybody loved him." Bob also
starred with Jerry Lewis in "Delicate Delinquent," and played a
"Glob," in "I Married A Monster From Outer Space."

When I met Bob he was operating an advertising agency in Yakima.
He got back into show biz in a little way, syndicating movie
reviews to a few regional TV stations and newspapers. We spent
an hour chatting in my motorhome, sipping freshly brewed coffee
I made for the occasion.

A week after returning home I received a letter from Bob. Inside
was a publicity photo of he and Elvis in a scene from G.I. Blues.

That was the only time I visited with Bob in person, but we spoke
occasionally by phone. He'd call me with a question or I'd call him.
We enjoyed discussing our various media projects.

Bob died earlier this year. No one notified me, for we had no friends
in common. Then a few weeks ago, a Yakima public relations person
called to pitch a story. "By any chance do you know Bob Ivers?" I
asked. And she told me the sad news.

Bob was truly a good guy who made the very best of life that got
detoured in mid-stream. I'll miss his phone calls.

LETTERS IN RESPONSE TO LAST ISSUE'S EDITOR ESSAY
Many of you wrote to me after my short essay last issue about my
childhood fear of alligators under my bed, and my occasional
present-day fear of strange sounds outside my RV at night in a remote
campground. Don't miss the letter from James, about when he awoke
in the middle of the night with an apparent nightmare-come-true: his RV
rolling out of control down the highway.
Read the letters

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PLANNED MOTORHOME WILL DOUBLE IN SIZE AT PUSH OF BUTTON
Rexhall Industries, Inc., has announced that it plans to begin
production of a Class A motor home called T-Rex Doublewide.
Without appreciably increasing the size of the motorhome while
on the road, the new coach allows the RVer, with a push of a
button, to almost double the size of the motorhome's living
space while parked.

RV CLUB SERVES MILITARY AND EX-MILITARY
S.M.A.R.T provides RV camping information for active and
retired members of the seven uniformed services of the USA.

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EXPLORING NEWFOUNDLAND BY RV
There's much to see and do. . . and great seafood, too.

AT THIS FESTIVAL, DOUBLE-VISION IS OKAY
Are you a twin? Then it's time to hit the road to Twinsburg, Ohio
for this year's annual Twins Days, the world's largest annual
gathering of twins. Every August since 1976, twins and parents of
twins from around the world have descended on this small town
just south of Cleveland for a weekend of socializing, celebration
and fun. This year's festival is August 1-3. Learn more or
register to attend.

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

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RV SAFETY TIPS FROM THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
Here is good advice and information from the men and women
who patrol the Golden State's highways.

TIPS ON DRIVING A MOTORHOME
Here is a wealth of how-to information about driving a motorhome.

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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.

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SATELLITE TV RESOURCE
This is the Web's best resource for information about Direct
Broadcast Satellite (DBS) TV. RVers who already have a TV dish
or are thinking of getting one will find their questions answered
at this wonderful website.

FIND AN RV MANUFACTURER
Looking for a particular RV manufacturing company?
Find it here.

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WOMEN RVers: RVing isn't just for guys. Read more.

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PART POP UP, PART TRADITIONAL TRAVEL TRAILER
TrailManor travel trailers are ideal for people who want to step
up from a tent trailer but don't want the increased challenge of
towing of a conventional travel trailer.

HAVE YOU HUGGED YOUR HOLDING TANKS TODAY?
Of course not, but hopefully you've given them some TLC.
If you haven't you might be in big trouble because neglect or
mismanagement can lead to serious problems. More.

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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
Winterizing Your RV

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BLUEBIRD WANDERLODGE TURNS 40
The first Blue Bird Wanderlodge motorcoach rolled off a production
line in Fort Valley, Georgia 40 years ago this month. The first rig
logged 235,000 miles before being put out to pasture. If you own
a classic Wanderlodge or would like to, check out this website,
where the topic is vintage Bluebird motorcoaches.
http://www.vintagebirds.com

HOW DID THE BLUEBIRD GET ITS NAME?
Find out below.

WAL-MART PARKING ABUSE
Here is how some RVers are abusing Wal-Mart's "free overnight
stay" policy and how they may ultimately force Wal-mart
to make such says off-limits to all RVers.

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Best-selling books and videos about RVing

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!

CAMPING WITH THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Describes more than 900 campgrounds across the USA managed by the
Corps of Engineers. A fabulous resource! Seniors camp for half-price.

FREE CAMPGROUNDS OF THE WEST (Also available as an instant ebook)
2002 edition: How and where to camp in an RV in the West for free.
Includes official campgrounds and "unofficial" places to stay.

DON WRIGHT'S GUIDE TO FREE CAMPGROUNDS
Two editions, Eastern USA and Western USA. Lists all free and under
$12 campgrounds including those far off the beaten path.

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!

VIDEO: DELIVERING MOTORHOMES TO RV DEALERS FOR PROFIT

THE ABCs OF RVing (Also available as an instant ebook)
A primer for new RVers written by Chuck Woodbury. Lots of info!

GUIDE TO NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CAMPGROUNDS
An awesome directory of campgrounds in National Parks

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

MOVING' ON: LIVING AND TRAVELING FULL TIME IN AN RV
Essential reading for full-timers or those who want to be.

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

RV WATCH DOG
Don't get taken on an RV repair job. Learn the scams that shady
repair shops pull. Plus tons of great advice about RV repair.

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