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Campground Chatter with Janet Groene, May 3, 2019

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The latest news about camping and developments in North American campgrounds and RV parks from Janet Groene and the staff of RVtravel.com DISCLAIMER: Information is...

Couple hopes to bring back Conestoga wagons for “glam” camping

Chuck Woodbury -
The big deal these days in camping is "glamping," which means glamorous camping — in other words, holing up in very "comfy" digs. A Lecompton,...

Dealing with noisy neighbors during campground quiet time

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Dear RV Shrink: We have been RVing for a long time but recently we had an event that was a new experience for us. I...

Building an RV park from scratch: We had a wedding! … plus park updates

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By Machelle James I have to say "thank you" to Chuck and Diane here at RVtravel.com, and offer my apologies to our readers. I completely...

Look up – There could be a missile up there!

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By Greg Illes Cottonwood trees are rugged-looking, charming and (when they're green) beautiful in all the ways that trees can be beautiful. But they have...

Campground Chatter with Janet Groene, April 26, 2019

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The latest news about camping and developments in North American campgrounds and RV parks from Janet Groene and the staff of RVtravel.com DISCLAIMER: Information is...

How to prepare for boondocking

Bob Difley -
By Bob Difley You can boondock as long as your on-board resources hold out. Basic equipment for dry camping (without hookups) includes: •A house battery...

Campground Chatter with Janet Groene, April 19, 2019

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The latest news about camping and developments in North American campgrounds and RV parks from Janet Groene and the staff of RVtravel.com DISCLAIMER: Information is...

Planning to camp at Acadia National Park? Make your reservations

Chuck Woodbury -
BAR HARBOR, ME – Acadia National Park has four campgrounds available for online reservation through Recreation.gov. Park campgrounds are very popular. Finding a campsite upon arrival is a rare...

Harvest Hosts partnership promotes overnight stays along Route 66

Chuck Woodbury -
The Road Ahead Partnership and Harvest Hosts have partnered to provide RVers traveling Route 66 a new way to experience all the Mother Road...

Using basic courtesy when boondocking is good for all RVers

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By Bob Difley If you're not accustomed to boondocking, you might think that when you are truly boondocking — camping out away from any hook-ups...

Campground Chatter with Janet Groene, April 8, 2019

Chuck Woodbury -
The latest news about camping and campground developments in North American campgrounds and RV parks from Janet Groene and the staff of RVtravel.com DISCLAIMER: Information...

Building an RV park from scratch: We met the neighbors!

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By Machelle James The past two weeks have been a blur. We made the decision to formally introduce ourselves on a Heber-Overgaard Facebook group. I...

What to do if you encounter a bear in the woods

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By Bob Difley You're hiking a woodland trail when suddenly you come upon a bear. Whether you're boondocking or staying in a campground, if you...

New RV park to join ranks of “trailer parks”

Chuck Woodbury -
If you travel America with an RV and need hookups, there are few options in many places about where to stay except an RV...

Video: Pros and cons of joining Thousand Trails

Chuck Woodbury -
This is one of the best reviews of the Thousand Trails membership program we've seen. After watching this you'll wonder how anyone could ever...

Use common sense to become a happy boondocker

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By Bob Difley Boondocking is not brain surgery. Anyone can camp overnight without hookups. Two or three days takes a little effort — no, not...

How to handle “needy” RV campground neighbors

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Dear RV Shrink: We have been full-time RVing for about seven years. We have met many wonderful people. However, occasionally we meet a "stalker." It...

“Soak” up the good vibes at this RV park

Emily Woodbury -
By Emily Woodbury It's time to break out that swimsuit and those round, color-tinted sunglasses ... Mystic Hot Springs is calling your name! Mystic Hot...

Building an RV park from scratch: I don’t know what I’m doing!

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By Machelle James Last weekend our families went up north to see our property for the first time. They wanted to see the cabin and...

Ah, camping! Your own outdoor movie theater!

Chuck Woodbury -
By Chuck Woodbury Ah, camping! Sitting under the stars by the campfire, telling scary ghost stores, making and eating yummy s'mores — marveling at the...

Your tips wanted about how to choose a campsite

Chuck Woodbury -
In the March 16 issue of the RVtravel.com newsletter, editor Chuck Woodbury offered 15 tips for choosing a site in a campground or RV...

Indiana gets its first national park

Chuck Woodbury -
The National Park Service has welcomed Indiana Dunes National Park to its roster, making it the country’s 61st national park. Located in northwestern Indiana along the shore...

Building an RV park: Decisions, decisions. It’s showtime!

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By Machelle James Oh boy. Our campground decisions seem to be changing on a daily basis. We had to make a tough decision last week....

Southwest camping for 85 cents a day!

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By Bob Difley Yes, spring is almost here, but for the last bit of winter and if you haven't tried this area yet, the Southwestern...

Battle brewing between campers, RV parks on electricity usage

Chuck Woodbury -
By Andy Zipser Andy is the owner of the Walnut Hills Campground and RV Park in Staunton, Virginia. You’d think most adults would realize that nothing...

Maine “lobstah” delivered to your RV

Emily Woodbury -
With Emily Woodbury If you’re heading to Maine for some “lobstah,” you might as well have it delivered to your RV, right? At Sagadahoc Bay Campground...

Building an RV Park: Why we decided to “go for it”

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By Machelle James If I could bottle up all the love and support we have received over the last two weeks, I would have to try...

Where to fish without a license around the USA

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By Chuck Woodbury Until a national fishing license is available (don't hold your breath), it will continue to be an inconvenience for RVers who travel...

Building an RV park from scratch: Why I sold my house to open an RV campground

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By Machelle James When I met my husband more than 25 years ago, I never could have imagined how life would have changed as it...

Winter camping in “summer” locations

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By Bob Difley Not all RVers are full-timers, and not all full-timers head south to warmer weather in winter. If you are one of those...

Reader comment: Shortage of RV spaces a big problem

Chuck Woodbury -
A reader named Roy left this comment last week to one of our articles. Like many other RVers, he is concerned about the increasing...

Summer campground positions open in South Dakota parks

Chuck Woodbury -
The deadline is fast approaching to apply for summer employment with the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks (GFP). The department offers...

Basic tips for “dry camping”

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By Bob Difley Dry camping, camping without utility hookups, requires special preparations – and that includes wise use of electricity. Here are a few basic...

Washington State Parks reservation system will be temporarily out of service

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OLYMPIA – Dec. 18, 2018 – Washington State Parks’ online reservation system will be down from Wednesday, Jan. 8 through Tuesday, Jan. 15, as...

Coyote camping (boondocking) in the Southwestern deserts

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By Bob (BoondockBob) Difley Of all the styles of camping, from backpacking tents to fancy RV resorts accommodating 40 foot+ motorhomes, coyote camping (ultimate boondocking)...

More Colorado State Park campsites available only with reservation

Chuck Woodbury -
DENVER, Colo. - Starting in 2019, 20 of Colorado’s state parks will offer camping by reservation only. Effective Jan. 1, 15 state parks will...

Harvest Hosts to raise fees. Adds golf courses to free overnight locations

Chuck Woodbury -
Harvest Hosts, a membership organization that has traditionally offered free overnight RV stays at more than 600 wineries, farms, breweries and other locations –...

See prehistoric graffiti at Painted Rock Petroglyph Site

Chuck Woodbury -
By Bob Difley Like most historic or recreation sites managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), they don't get a lot of publicity and...

How much solar power do you need?

Chuck Woodbury -
The winter, snowbird season is upon us, and a parade of RVers is now underway south, many to boondock for months on end on...

KOA constructing new parks

Chuck Woodbury -
It's no secret to most RVtravel.com readers that it's getting harder each year to find an available space in an RV park without a...

Will RV parks nix fixed prices and charge based on demand?

Chuck Woodbury -
By Andy Zipser Andy and his family are the owners and operators of the Walnut Hills Campground and RV Park in Staunton, Virginia. One of the...

Hungry bear rips through RV’s side to enter. See the photo

Chuck Woodbury -
We found this photo on the Facebook group Ketchikan Nostalgia Sharing. The post message read: "This is what happens when a bear in Alaska...

The campground of your dreams? No way!

Chuck Woodbury -
Oh, this is way too funny — a publicity photo from the REV Group, the third largest motorhome manufacturer in America. Maybe a little...

Guidebook of free campgrounds updated after four years

Bob Difley -
By Bob Difley Any RVer that has been on the road for awhile likely has a dog-eared and ragged copy of Don Wright's Guide to...

Explore the Southwestern deserts – but don’t try to see everything

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Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking.  Hi Bob, I didn't realize how really HUGE the landmass of the Southwestern deserts is until I...

Leaving the comfort zone of home hard for first-time solo RVer

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Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about solo RVing.  Hi Bob, I'm still getting ready to go solo in my 30-foot National Sea Breeze 5th...

A silent water pump doesn’t necessarily mean no leaks

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Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking.  Hi Bob, I have assumed that if I turn off park water and turn on my...

Try winter boondocking at LTVAs in AZ and CA deserts

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Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking.  Hi Bob, I think your articles in RV Travel every week are great! We are planning a...

How to get started boondocking in the Southwestern deserts

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Here's a question from a reader of RVtravel.com about boondocking.  Hi Bob, We're from the Midwest and are leaving after Christmas for our first trip to the...
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