America’s Original RV Newsletter. Since 2001
Issue 2914 • New issue every weekday
Today’s thought
“The only way to have a friend is to be one.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson
Need an excuse to celebrate? Today is National Hamburger Day! [Check out the freebie below.]
On this day in history: 1892—The Sierra Club is formed by John Muir and others in San Francisco for the conservation of nature.
Tip of the day
All about RV convection ovens: When and when not to use
By Cheri Sicard
A lot of new RVs come equipped with RV convection ovens. But what does that convection fan do? When should you use it? Are there times it would be better to leave off the convection option? The video here from Helen Rennie will answer all. Helen illustrates some key differences in the way convection ovens cook as opposed to conventional ovens. Here’s what she found.
Article and video
RVing in the rain: How to add waterproof outdoor space to your camp
A tiny trailer feels cozy until a storm parks over camp at 2 p.m. Then every square foot matters. When RVing in the rain, the right awning, shelter, or side room can turn a tiny camper into a much easier place to live in bad weather. In the video at the end of this post, the team from Playing with Sticks shares rainy day RVing tips.
Spray protects your RV’s most important electrical connection
Corroded plugs cause big problems and this simple electrical cleaner helps stop them before they start. A quick spray on your 7-pin connector clears moisture, grime, and buildup, helping keep your lights, brakes, and charging systems working as they should. It dries fast, leaves no residue, and takes about 10 seconds to use. Read Dave’s recommendation here, or learn more or order on Amazon.
Featured article
Worth a visit: A house made out of newspaper!
By Gail Marsh
My husband and I have worked on several volunteer building projects since our retirement a few years ago. We’ve mostly worked with typical building materials, so I’ll admit, I was fascinated when I learned that there is a house made from—wait for it—newspapers! Wouldn’t you love to see this? Well, you can! You can tour The Paper House, and it’s truly one of a kind!
RANDOM RV THOUGHT: It’s amazing how many people suddenly become weather experts when camping.
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Ask Dave
Oil has been in the ground for millions of years. Why do I need to change it regularly?
Reader poll
Will your next RV trip in the USA be to a destination east or west of the Mississippi River?
Quick tip
Braking distance while towing?
How much does the typical 3500-pound trailer affect braking distances? Obviously, the added weight of any trailer will affect braking distances. Pinpointing exact distances depends on factors like if the trailer is equipped with brakes and the tongue weight. The best way to be safe is to avoid emergencies in the first place by allowing as much space as possible between you and vehicles ahead of you: double the standard “two-second rule” and double the space between you and the vehicle ahead. And the heavier the load, the more space you should allow.
DO YOU HAVE A PORTABLE JUMP STARTER FOR YOUR CAR AND RV? You need one! It’s a must-have item and could save you big bucks and money! Here’s the best one.
Website of the day
WorkingCouples.com
WorkingCouples.com is an active website with many quality job offerings, all aimed at couples. The work is varied—there are jobs for caregiver, apartment manager, “houseparent couple,” ranch hand, building manager, campground host… and the list goes on. Search for jobs by location or type. WorkingCouples.com bills itself as “the single largest resource of jobs-for-two anywhere.”
And the survey says…
We’ve polled RVtravel.com readers more than 5,000 times in recent years. Here are a few things we’ve learned about them:
• 3 percent own a boat with self-contained living facilities.
• 63 percent have turned away from an RV park upon arrival because its appearance looked junky and/or unappealing.
• 34 percent say they always stop and go out of their way to visit offbeat roadside attractions.
Recent poll: Have you ever had mice, rats, or other critters get into your RV?
Trivia
A chipmunk can stuff its cheek pouches with an amount of food nearly equal to its own body volume. In one trip, it may carry 8–10 peanuts (in shells), several acorns, or dozens of seeds. Its expandable cheek pouches stretch back toward the shoulders, letting it haul multiple ounces at once—an impressive load for such a tiny animal.
Readers’ pet of the day
“Lily (German Shepherd/Lab mix, age 6) is a rescue and really enjoys camping. She knows strangers, whether human or animal. She loves to play ball and would do it all day if we didn’t wear out first.” —Deborah Kirkman
Send us a photo of your pet with a short description. No blurry photos, and please do not submit your photo more than once. Thanks!
• Pet Food and all pet products at Amazon
• RVing with Dogs group on Facebook. You’ll love it.
FREE IS GOOD! In celebration of National Hamburger Day today, May 28, wear or show ANY American Flag item (hat, shirt, pin, etc.) and score a FREE Double Steakburger at Steak ‘n Shake. Valid in-store only. Limit 1 per person.
? MYSTERY PRODUCT OF THE DAY ?
This is PERFECT for RVers! Leave your valuables in plain sight and nobody will ever know! How? Well, you’ll see!
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Lily is just gorgeous, I love black dogs. Thank You for rescuing. Always adopt don’t shop. She sounds like a real camper and loves to stay active. Enjoy many, many more memories with this beautiful girl. Keep on camping.
Lily is a lucky dog!
I hope that you and Lily have many joyful adventures, Deborah. Thank you, Emily and Diane. Have a great day and safe travels!
“Today’s Thought”. My favorite thing to read in the morning.