Issue 2631
Today’s thought
“Don’t count the days, make the days count.” —Muhammad Ali
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Blueberry Pie Day!
On this day in history: 1930 – The Independence Producers host the first night game in the history of Organized Baseball in Independence, Kansas.
Tip of the day
Water gadgets you need for your RV
By Russ and Tiña De Maris
If you’ll be camping in a park with “city water”—that is, water from a faucet—there are some good accessories to keep in your RV storage compartment. These can make your visit easier—even safer—for your rig. They’re inexpensive and you’ll be glad you have them when you need them.
Even before you hang the hose on the tap, there are a couple of helpful devices you might need. First, there are situations where the “threads” on the water faucet are stripped, or deliberately not there to prevent folks from hooking a hose to an otherwise good spigot. Continue reading.
Ask Dave
My RV’s frameless window leaks. How do I reseal it?
Dear Dave,
I had a frameless window leak water from the top inside during a rainstorm, resulting in water running down the bathroom wall and pooling on the floor. How do these seal and how can they be maintained? —Steve, 2017 GD Momentum 388 Read Dave’s answer.
In the RV shop with Dustin
Two additional uses for EternaBond tape on your RV
Last year, I shared reasons why I don’t recommend utilizing EternaBond tape on your RV roof (outside of using it as a patch). But today, I want to share two additional ways I do recommend using EternaBond tape on your RV.
Article & video
Clearing up confusion over diesel fuel types
By Cheri Sicard
Switching to a diesel truck or RV can bring up a lot of questions about fuel. What’s the difference between all those diesel types at the pump? What about additives? In this video from RV Miles, Jason Epperson breaks down the basics of diesel fuel, so owners can keep their engines running smoothly for years to come.
Psst: Don’t feel like or don’t like watching videos? Did you know that Cheri writes articles to go along with the video? Here, she summarizes everything Jason says (and it’s 1,100 words! See? No video needed).
The latest news for RVers
- Camping World closes dealership after flag dispute
- Mass layoffs at Thor leave RV workers without jobs
- RV solar shock: Panel prices could soar as some tariffs may hit 3,500%
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Featured article
Why every RVer needs to have a bug out bag
By Gail Marsh
When I first heard the term “bug out bag” I thought perhaps it was a new insect elimination product. I quickly dismissed the idea that I needed it. Years later, when suddenly facing a health emergency, I genuinely wished I had one! Now I understand why every RVer needs a bug out bag. Learn all about this essential item here.
THE BEST BURGER IN THE U.S.? Reader David Nelson says it’s “Capitol Burger, in Torrey, UT. Hands down the best I’ve had. They are in a converted trailer in the parking lot of the General Store. They get all their ground beef from the owner’s neighbor’s ranch, fresh ground, never frozen. Torrey is right by Capitol Reef National Park.”
Reader poll
In what season(s) of the year do you most often RV?
Quick tip
Your emergency notification card
Create an emergency notification card to carry in your wallet. In it, identify two or more people who can be notified in case of an emergency. Be sure they are at different addresses and telephone numbers, and include their email addresses. Do your best to keep these people aware of your whereabouts even if it’s just a rough idea. Maybe consider sharing your location with them.
Your emergency notification card should also include the name of your traveling companion and his/her phone number. He/she might be sitting in your RV wondering why you have not returned. Your emergency notification card should list your health problems, medications or allergies. Some RVers carry a second emergency notification card that identifies their RV and the campground where they’re staying. The card might even indicate if you have a pet aboard your RV that needs care.
? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
You’ve seen a prairie dog, right? So you know how cute they are? Good. Well, what if we told you that you could become a prairie dog for a day? Or even a week! Check this out—you can!
Website of the day
The 57 Most Beautiful Places in the World
This list from Condé Nast Traveler will inspire you to leave that RV behind and go explore other parts of our beautiful world. Some of these places are in the U.S., but you’ll surely want to book a plane ticket after reading this one!
Trivia
Wildlife vehicle collisions are a safety issue, especially in rural areas. Each year in the United States, roughly 200 people are killed—and many more are injured—in more than one million collisions involving wildlife and vehicles.
BUMPER SNICKER: I express my individuality through mass-produced bumper stickers.
Readers’ pets of the day
“We adopted Maggie May (Great Pyrenees mix, age 2) about 7 weeks ago. This is her first camping trip. She is telling my husband she likes it! Our adopted mixed-breed, MoePar, is teaching her the ropes on traveling. Together, they are a great team.” —Gail Mccreight
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Maggie May and Moepar look like the perfect RVing companions. What a lucky family! Don
The emergency contact card is a good idea. I also have set up in my cell phone ICE HUSBAND and ICE DAUGHTER as contacts. ICE (in case of emergency).
I had a police officer friend tell me to list as Emergency, then name as that is how they are trained to look in peoples’ phones. Don’t know about “in case, IC” but good that it is listed.
If you use the ICE app, it will list all your critical info on your phones lock screen. No log in necessary.
Gail, Those two dogs are the best! Here’s to continued trips for you all.
I wish every resident of the United States had and took the opportunity to spend two consecutive weeks in another country. Not on a guided tour (or a work trip fully paid for by Uncle Sam), but taking the time to see and interact with the residents of that country. In my opinion, we as a people of the whole would be less arrogant and more understanding that while there are differences in everyday life, that in many cases make no difference.
Primarily due to family and friends, my wife and I have been to three continents when other than a few brief trips to Canada (we live near the border), we didn’t think we would travel beyond the continental United States.
I endorse this idea. It was displayed well in the novel, “The Ugly American.”
Jim, I agree…but don’t discount working time or travel.
I worked for a major international and traveled extensively on five continents over my 38 years. By far, the best part of the various roles I held was getting to know the people, going out for meals, golf, or other activities over evenings or weekends, and even sneaking in some sightseeing and wandering on my own.
Over those decades, I learned one thing for sure: Most all of us, regardless of place, religion, race, or other ideologies, want pretty much the same things. We are far more alike than different, including the ability to be arrogant or not. 🙂
So true, Mikal.
The article and video about diesel fuel additives was extremely helpful for me. I’ve been driving a diesel since 2021 and had not realized how much the fuel lubricated various parts of the engine. Since I hope to drive this truck for several years I will start adding an additive when I fuel up. Thanks for posting.
You have a great looking travel pack, Maggie! I hope all y’all have many, many joyful RV trips together! Thank you, Emily and Diane! Have a great day and safe travels!
Read the label on any diesel additive. As in: do not use an anti-gel additive in the summer time.
My wife suggested that the eagle is so upset with what is going on that it jumped off the perch and is walking away in disgust.
What a wonderful picture of Maggie May, MoePar and your Hubby!
Thanks for sharing.
The use of an angle for the water hose is good but I have a better recommendation. I use a 45 degree design with a shut off valve built in. This allows me to shut off the water when leaving the campsite easily as well as better managing flushing out the black tank. I just hit the valve, move the hose to the flush out, turn it on and flush! Reverse the process to reattach to incoming water connection.
You should not use your fresh water hose to flush your black tank.