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Devastation on the Blue Ridge Parkway: Thousands of trees downed

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Probably one of America’s most scenic driving treasures, the Blue Ridge Parkway is still completely shut down. This as a result of Hurricane...

Hurricane aid or business move? The truth behind “free” Starlink access

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As Hurricane Helene victims continue to struggle to try and rebuild their lives, an apparent “savior” appears on the scene. Elon Musk and his...

National Weather Service changes cold weather alerts

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Just when I finally understood various weather alerts, the National Weather Service (NWS) is making changes. (Brace yourselves, fellow RVers!) The NWS announced this...

Walmart adds pet veterinary care centers

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More than 60 percent of RVtravel.com readers shop at Walmart in a typical month, according to a recent RVtravel.com poll. And about the same...

Remembering a hero: Ranger’s name released after rescue tragedy

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As we reported yesterday, a Park Service ranger lost his life rescuing a family visiting Minnesota’s Voyageurs National Park. We weren’t able to include...

Hurricane Milton approaches: Florida RV dealers scramble to protect inventory

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Earlier today, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported that while Hurricane Milton’s intensity had earlier decreased, it has now “rebounded.” At present, the...

RVers step up to help campground destroyed by Hurricane Helene

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At the Mountain River Family Campground in western North Carolina, the tranquil North Toe River usually steals the show. Lately, it’s been the campground’s...

Hurricane Milton strengthens and Florida braces

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RVers, if you're heading to Florida, think again! Another hurricane is barreling toward the Sunshine State and meteorologists warn this will undoubtedly be a...

RV sales face unprecedented meltdown in latest stats

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While RV manufacturers continue to put a positive spin on the future of the industry, RV dealers are in the real world. And the...

How you can help with hurricane relief efforts

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If your heart goes out to all those suffering from the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene and you wonder how you can possibly help,...

Big Yellowstone explosion caused by boiling water. Bigger blast coming?

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Last July, a hydrothermal explosion blasted Black Diamond Pool, shaking the visitors at Yellowstone National Park. The blast demolished the boardwalks and scattered debris...

Cougar attack ends in death as man uses shovel – self-defense or something more?

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The mystery gets deeper as Colorado officials investigate the killing of a cougar in a campground near Cañon City. Last week, Colorado Parks and...

Caught on camera: Helene flooding drags RV over dam

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Hurricane Helene has left a tragic toll in its wake. Dozens of RV campgrounds have been severely damaged, some simply wiped out. But putting...

Horrific accident at Zion: Man plunges to death while canyoneering

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A Zion National Park visitor has died in a tragic canyoneering accident. A report from Zion officials say the man perished in a fall...

National Park ranger gives life to save visitors in tragic rescue effort

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A park ranger dies in a tragic incident at Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota. The ranger gave his life to save three park visitors. On...

The dirty secrets of buybacks of defective RVs

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Join RV consumer advocate Liz Amazing (her real name) as she sheds light on the hidden struggles of RV owners dealing with defective vehicles. In...

FMCA doubles cost of membership. Bad move

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By Chuck Woodbury PUBLISHER I hope I am wrong about this. But I think I am right. Please keep in mind this is just one guy's...

Fall price cuts: Used RVs become more affordable as temperatures drop

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With autumn making its presence known by colorful leaves and cooler night air, the used RV market is likewise cooling off. Wholesale auction houses...

At least 50 campgrounds severely damaged by Hurricane Helene

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According to David Basler, chief strategy officer for OHI, a trade association representing private RV parks and campgrounds in the U.S. and Canada, at...

Grand Canyon North Rim to switch to day-use operations

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Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim will begin day-use operations on October 16. Grand Canyon Lodge will close, and no overnight accommodations, including camping,...

Winnebago recalls more than 17,000 motorhomes

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Winnebago Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2013-2017 Tour, 2013-2018 Journey, 2014-2022 Forza, 2015-2016 Brave, 2015-2019 Grand Tour, 2015-2021 Vista, 2016-2018 Adventurer, Sightseer, 2016-2021 Commercial...

Hurricane Helene didn’t stop falling gas prices – but experts warn of uncertainty

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Despite literal and figurative storm clouds here and abroad, falling gas prices are in the news. The national average for a gallon of gas...

Port strike scare: Before you panic-buy TP, read this!

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Update: As of Thursday evening, October 3, a tentative agreement on wages has been reached and dockworkers are back to work. The strike has...

More certified RV technicians coming soon

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If your RV needs service, you’re probably dreading the whole affair. It’s not uncommon to have a rig sitting on a dealer lot, waiting...

Pump up the savings: Love’s offering 15 cents off diesel and 10 cents off gas

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Looking to save some money in your RV travels? Fuel purchases take a big bite out of the travel budget, so when you can...

Property owner fined $1,000 a day for employee living in an RV

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Living in an RV can mean the difference between having a home on wheels and being homeless. Countless Americans have found the price of...

Thor debuts two new 2025 Super C motorhomes

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ELKHART, Ind. – Thor Motor Coach has introduced its 2025 Super C RVs, featuring the new Omni and Magnitude models built on the Ford...

New report shows campers are changing dramatically

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A new report issued today by KOA affirms what many long-term RVers already suspect — that today's campers are far different from even a...

Brace for impact: Gas prices could rise 15 cents as Iran-Israel conflict heats up

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Less than a month ago we told you how RV fuel prices had actually plummeted in comparison to 2023. This summer’s fuel prices have...

Blue Compass takes over yet another mom and pop RV dealer

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The landscape of RV dealers continues to change. Mom-and-pop RV dealers used to be the order of the day. Nowadays, trying to find an...

Travel chaos: I-40 between North Carolina and Tennessee closed indefinitely

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The aftermath of Hurricane Helene just keeps growing. Interstate 40, as the major route between North Carolina and Tennessee, can be added to the...

RV parks hit with internet shutdown as provider pulls plug on service

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If you’re like many RVers, internet connectivity is important to you. RV parks know that, and most include internet access for their customers. But...

DirecTV acquires Dish Network in major satellite TV shakeup

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How many RVers still have satellite TV? We’re not sure, but for those that do, listen up. DirectTV is snapping up Dish TV and...

Rebuilding nature: National parks face recovery challenges after Helene

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While private RV parks across Hurricane Helene’s path are struggling to reopen, public lands also have their hands full. Here’s a roundup of information...

Vandals trash colorblind viewfinder at scenic overlook

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Fall leaves enthrall us. The vibrant colors just stir deep-seated emotions. But imagine that you are colorblind. How can you appreciate autumn colors? At...

RV parks suffer widespread destruction from Hurricane Helene

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While there’s never a “good” time for a devastating weather event, for RV park owners, Hurricane Helene came at one of the worst. With...

Fort Washington Park Visitor Center closed

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If you’re planning a trip to Fort Washington Park in Maryland this fall, take note: The National Park Service (NPS) has announced that the...

Donations requested to help RV parks devastated by Hurricane Helene

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After Hurricane Helene, many RV park and campground owners have faced major destruction in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. In...

New fee hikes at Oregon state parks—How much more will you pay?

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Want to RV in a Beaver State park? Oregon’s Parks and Recreation Department is rolling out some bad news. A press release says the...

Hurricane Helene impacts Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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The staff at Great Smoky Mountains National Park continue to assess conditions after the park experienced historic flooding and other damage from Hurricane Helene. The...

Hurricane floodwaters may cause EV fires

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As if the tragic loss of life and extraordinary damage isn’t enough, now officials warn that electric vehicles submerged in saltwater may burst into...

Little Guy Trailers officially out of business; warranty customers up a creek

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Last June we reported that Little Guy RV owners were concerned about the parent company, Xtreme Outdoors. Phone calls were not being returned, and...

Wright Brothers National Memorial closed

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The Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, NC, is closed today, Monday, September 30, 2024. The closure will enable the National Transportation Safety...

Florida governor pledges hurricane relief trailers—Industry says, ‘Wait, what?’

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If every cloud has a silver lining, a hurricane should bring plenty of silver. That’s what Florida RV dealers have been hoping for after...

How ‘forever chemicals’ are shaking up the RV industry. Are you at risk?

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Have you heard of PFAS? Maybe not, but you probably have heard of forever chemicals. They are human-made chemicals that are extremely difficult to...

Conditions from Hurricane Helene vary at Florida National Parks

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Following the passing of Hurricane Helene, visitors to the South Florida National Parks and Preserve should continue to exercise caution with the potential for...

Gas prices still much lower than a year ago

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(September 26, 2024) — The national average for a gallon of gasoline shifted slightly by a few cents before ending up where it started...

Truma Combi G moves RVs one step closer to all-electric models

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ELKHART, Ind., Sept. 23, 2024 —Truma North America is launching the Truma Combi G to complement its existing propane-powered Truma Combi, which serves as...

Ford F-250 Super Duty prices increase, some models more than others

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If you’re looking to buy a new tow vehicle, listen up. Earlier this week Ford told customers just what they can expect to pay...

Like fossils? National Fossil Day is just for you

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Ya like fossils? Then mark your calendar for October 9 and head on over to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (NRA) in Page, Arizona....
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