Issue 1812
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Today’s thought
“Nobody ever figures out what life is all about, and it doesn’t matter. Explore the world. Nearly everything is really interesting if you go into it deeply enough.” ―
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is International Women’s Day! Cheers, ladies!
On this day in history: 1817 – The New York Stock Exchange is founded.
Tip of the Day
Get the most out of your RV’s closet with these easy organizational hacks
By Gail Marsh
It can be one of the smallest yet most important areas in your RV. Your closet. Whether you enjoy a “walk-in” (I use the term loosely) or a single cupboard, the closet is one place that often can be modified to maximize its functionality. Here are a few tips, products, and ideas to consider…
The first step in organizing your RV’s closet
Before you begin to add organizational items into your closet, you’ll want to take everything out. That’s right. Remove everything. Once you’ve lived in your RV during the sweltering summer heat or the freezing winter temps, you’ll discover that the RV closet is a major source of heat loss and heat buildup. All of your RV’s cupboards also share this commonality. Once you see how easily you can insulate these spaces, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it long ago.
Today’s RV review…
ProCamp™ is a Class B you can rent, build or buy
Tony writes, “There are a lot of reasons this van is very different, from the floor plan and layout, to how it’s built, to the price. This is one of the few finished van builds available for under $100,000.”
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Ask Dave
Dave Solberg is a leading expert in the RV industry and author of the “RV Handbook” as well as the Managing Editor of the RV Repair Club.
Why is my gray water tank leaking and how do I fix it?
Dear Dave,
I have a 2006 Coachman Epic. The gray water tank is leaking from the bathroom only. How can I get to it and fix it? —David
13 tips about work camping that will point you to success
By Nanci Dixon
Ever think about work camping? Cutting costs and staying in an area longer? Getting to know more people in a more permanent venue? … My husband is always needing something to do and enjoys having people around, so becoming a campground host seemed like the perfect job while we were [at a campground] for the winter. Learn some great tips from this now-seasoned campground host, and find out what cleaning toilets had to do with the library sale room here.
Reader poll
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Quick Tip
Increase the life of your window seals
By Dustin Simpson, California RV Specialists
Many factors cause RV window seals to shrink and discolor. The most common factors that can cause damage are UV rays, heat, soaps, cleaners, constant movement, age, salty air, snow, and normal wear and tear. Going back to the main reason a window seal will shrink or crack is due to age and sunlight. This is a reminder to inspect your RV window seals regularly. My suggestion is once a month and, at minimum, once a season. You can also increase the life of the window seal by applying 303 UV Treatment to the seals regularly.
Website of the day
17 ways you can help the people of Ukraine right now
We stand with Ukraine and send our love and support to its people. TimeOut has put together a lengthy list of ways you can help.
And the Survey Says…
We’ve polled RVtravel.com readers more than 1,500 times in recent years. Here are a few things we’ve learned about them:
• The top two most favorite ways to eat eggs are fried and scrambled. The least most favorite method is soft boiled.
• 40 percent haven’t had a nightmare in years. Lucky you!
• 56 percent never use a printed directory when searching for a campground.
Recent poll: When relaxing outside in your RV in an RV park do you like it when others stop to talk?
Recipe of the Day
Toasted Coconut Grilled Fruit Skewers
by Kitchen Crew from Nashville, TN
Grilled fruit skewers are a delicious way to prepare fruit when it’s in season. They can be served at a barbecue or when you’re looking for a light dessert. Fruit’s natural sugars are enhanced when grilled, making fruit even sweeter. There are tips for grilling, but there are two main things to make sure of: First, the fruit needs to be firm and not overripe. Second, the grill must be clean. Sprinkled with toasted coconut, serve these fruit skewers warm and watch everyone’s eyes light up with delight.
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Trivia
The rise of airline travel led to the invention of luggage on wheels. In 1970, Bernard Sadow was stuck in customs with heavy luggage after returning from a vacation in Aruba. While he was standing in line, he watched as a worker moved heavy equipment on a wheeled platform. At that moment, Sadow realized luggage should be on wheels too. Soon after, and after a few different design prototypes, he was pitching his “rolling luggage” to Macy’s.
*Where is the longest suspension bridge in the world? Yesterday’s trivia tells you!
Readers’ Pet of the Day
“Gucci loves road trips! Best travel dog ever. ‘I’ll have mine on the rocks, please.'” —Georgia Eddy
Send us a photo of your pet with a short description. We publish one each weekday in RV Daily Tips and in our Saturday RV Travel newsletter. No blurry photos, please! Please do not submit your photo more than once. Thanks!
Here’s everything to do if you lose your pet. This is an excellent resource!
????? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ??????
We’re not quite sure what this man is doing with his hands, but this nifty gadget could really come in handy for some of you…
Leave here with a laugh
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Laugh of the day made me think of, “Don’t get upset, but….” By the time that’s said, I am already mad!
Georgia Eddy, Loved Gucci. Lucky dog to 1. get to travel with you and 2. get to share your drink!
This may be a little late in the day to reach your news desk. We were motivated to donate to the people of Ukraine, but before I sent my donation to CARE, I checked out the various Charities that are on the list. I went to: CHARITY WATCH and was disappointed to learn that most International Charity Organizations have very high marketing & overhead cost. As a result 80-90% of the donations that they receive go directly to the Fat Cats who run the charity. So, for every $100 anyone donates, only $10-20 actually gets to the people who really need the help. I urge everyone to help the Ukraine People, but lets not stuff the wallets of these greedy individuals who pretend to actually help.
We give through the United Methodist Committee on Relief – UMCOR. 100% of designated gift goes to desired recipients because administrative costs are covered elsewhere. Other faith organizations probably have similar
Look into Samaritan’s Purse.
I always use Charity Navigator to check on charities.
Known about this for years. If you think some of these administration stats are bad, check out The United Way. Worst charity ever!
The “Mystery Product of the Day” makes no sense to me. Who puts their beer down long enough to make this thing usable? I guess you could have a “quick draw” contest with a friend to see who could get the bottle up to their lips first . . .
I think the beer holster is for your second beer.
Obviously. 😆 Have a great day, Tom. 😀 –Diane
I never thought of that, Tom. Good idea.
I thought it was the laugh of the day.
😆 That works, too. Have a good night, Kelly. 😀 –Diane
Liked the beer holder it would be good when working in the yard, I would use it but not sure the wife would. Maybe make me drink more water as I forget to drink sometimes when out working.
I enjoyed the “Calm Down” photograph.
Read it to my wife, and she just glared at me….
I learned a long time ago she doesn’t appreciate being told to, ‘Calm Down’.
With the price of Fuel being manipulated purposely to prop up the electric golf cart industry looks like driveway camping might become a reality.
Huh?
Huh?
Interesting idea. With the cost of gas in Europe at $4 to $6 does that mean the folks manipulating the price in the US and Canada are also manipulating the price in Europe 🙂 ?
Yes
I guess that one went over your head
😄 that was a joke… right?
I think he was being facetious. But then again, maybe not. Russia invading Ukraine is all over the news, but all I’m hearing about the invasion happening to our country is crickets.
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Be careful of all the hidden costs involving insurance, etc if you decide to rent one.
It’s best to comment below the article that you are reading.