Issue 2517
Today’s thought
“We shouldn’t be looking for heroes, we should be looking for good ideas.” ―
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Play Monopoly Day! (Psst: The National Parks Monopoly is our favorite version!)
On this day in history: 1969 – Apollo program: Apollo 12 astronauts Pete Conrad and Alan Bean land at Oceanus Procellarum (the “Ocean of Storms”) and become the third and fourth humans to walk on the Moon.
Tip of the day
Why you should use window film in your RV
By Gail Marsh
Window film is an easy, versatile way to enhance your RV’s functionality and aesthetics. It is especially helpful for blocking out unwanted light, enhancing privacy, or simply adding design or color to your space.
Window film or window clings are unlike adhesive applications that may leave your RV windows with an adhesive residue when removed. Films can be applied, removed, and reapplied quite easily. That’s because they rely on static cling to adhere to the glass. Here are some practical and creative ways to use window clings or window films.
RV walk-through
Checking out the new features in the 2024 Casita Travel Trailers
By Cheri Sicard
Join Jonathan Willis from Casita Travel Trailers and check out the changes and innovations to their 2024 Casita Travel Trailers.
Since the molds don’t change, it might not seem like anything changes from year to year in these popular lightweight fiberglass travel trailers. But that’s not so, although to be sure the changes might be more subtle than in other brands. Continue reading.
Ask Dave
How does a 50-amp to 30-amp adapter work?
By Dave Solberg
Hey Dave,
I enjoy your articles and glean some very valuable info from them. I just read your response to “Edward from Alaska” regarding using a 50-amp to 30-amp adapter for the shore power. You replied, “so it is safe,” which I have questions about. I agree, but only if they are using a surge protector for the 30-amp RV (as you suggested). If they are not using a surge protector, the shore power could supply 50-amp of power, while only have a 30-amp power cord. … Read the rest of Dan’s question and Dave’s answer.
Video of the day
How to make a safe wallet to protect your personal information
By Cheri Sicard
If you are an RVer with a sewing machine, Tracy from The Sewing Channel is going to show you how to make a safe wallet, a useful travel accessory everyone should have. What is a safe wallet? A wallet that protects your sensitive personal and credit card information from being stolen. If you don’t have a safe wallet, thieves can easily steal your information. Learn more.
Featured article
Little-known facts about license plates
By Gail Marsh
You probably played the “License Plate” game while traveling as a child. Parents often suggest this game as a way for kids to pass the time by finding a license plate from each state in the United States. License plates are more than simple child’s play, however. Check out the history and little-known facts about vehicle license plates here.
Reader poll
Does your RV have a traditional RV absorption refrigerator or a residential fridge?
Quick tip
Keep bugs out of your bumper
Don’t let bees bug you: Put a layer of window screen over the vent holes on your bumper plugs. Still lets the drain hose air out, but keeps the bugs away.
Website of the day
50 survival tips and tricks for the outdoors
The title says it all! Visit this page (and explore the rest of the website while you’re at it) to learn the best tips about surviving in the wilderness. Lots of stuff here will come in handy!
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You probably have one of these. It’s probably soooo boring looking. Why not replace it with something that adds to your decor and is sooooo not boring? Check it out.
And the survey says…
We’ve polled RVtravel.com readers more than 2,500 times in recent years. Here are a few things we’ve learned about them:
• 59 percent of towable owners bought a vehicle specifically to tow their RV.
• 55 percent say spending time alone is easy for them. In fact, it’s necessary.
• 20 percent have performed CPR on someone in a medical emergency.
Recent poll: Do you see yourself still RVing in five years?
Trivia
According to a study done by the Archives of Surgery, doctors who played video games for more than three hours each week made 37 percent fewer surgical errors than those who didn’t. Those same doctors also performed 27 percent faster and scored 42 percent better on a test of surgical skills. Video games can improve fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination, attention span, depth perception and computer competency. Interesting!
Readers’ pet of the day
“Bentley (Whippet Mix) is sporting his Alliance RV neckwear at the Alliance RV Rally last May. He loves people, long walks, and sleeping in the camper. He’d rather be camping than at the house!” —Todd Larson
Send us a photo of your pet with a short description. We publish one each weekday in RV Daily Tips and in our Sunday RV Travel newsletter. No blurry photos, please! Please do not submit your photo more than once. Thanks!
• RVing with Dogs group on Facebook. You’ll love it.
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Bentley – you are an asset to the Alliance Brand! Don
OMG, Bentley is adorable!
Your weather map continues to be better than our local weather prognosticators.
As to Trivia, video games do, without a doubt, increase dexterity. Too bad there isn’t a video game played with the feet, and I might stumble and trip less often, now that I’m in my senior years.
Bentley is such an awesome and sweet doggie 🐶 thank you so much for sharing!
A Whippet eh? Yeah I grew up with one. Had to put it to sleep because of its arthritis it bit the movers. Good luck with the energy. I do miss Sam. Been 40 years but I miss him dearly. He had a son we named Sydney. I have no idea what happened to him. Parents I do remember got rid of him. His nickname was son of Sam.
Thank you, Emily and Diane! Quite happy with our laundry baskets (house and RV), thanks. Nice pup, Todd! Have a great weekend and safe travels!