I think we have all seen the ads for online grocery shopping at one point or another; the patient looking mom busy in the kitchen making a wholesome, nutritious meal while simultaneously reciting grocery list items to a child sitting nearby with a tablet in hand, who is dutifully selecting the fruits and vegetables that […]
If You Get Lost, Know How To Get Found
One of the most appealing aspects that people enjoy with the RV lifestyle is that they get to discover new places. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, or another way to “get away”, any time you are out exploring a new area there is a potential to become lost. If you happen to […]
Before Your Next Golf Swing, Shoe Tips Will Keep You In Focus
Hall of Fame golfer Jack Nicklaus once said, “Don’t ever try to tell me golf is not 99.9 percent a mental game.” To that end, the last thought you have just before hitting the golf ball can either benefit or hinder the result. Thinking about everything else besides the next shot is not beneficial to […]
Do You Know How To Perform CPR?
Do you know how to perform CPR, cardio pulmonary resuscitation? If not, it’s a good idea to learn. You never know when you’re going to be thrust into a Good Samaritan role, so why not be prepared? Each year in the United States more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur, some even on a golf […]
An Easy Way To Level Your RV Without Blocks
One advantage of RVing in the western United States is the abundance of public land on which to disperse camp (aka boondock) for free. Upon arriving at an available place to camp, you have many options to consider as to how to situate your RV on the site. Items to consider are: view, sun, shade, […]
Are Used Tires A Good Idea For Your RV?
Keeping the rubber on the road can be tiresome, particularly for RVers. For example, our tow unit is a 1-ton “dually,” that requires six tires on the pavement, then add the four tires on the trailer we pull (not to mention the spares) and there’s ten tires to be looked after. How about you? Is […]
How To Inspect RVs For Leaks
Among the pet peeves of one very busy RV technician: customers who bring him an RV with a roof leak. No, he’s not upset because the roof developed a leak. That kind of thing can happen. Rather, it’s the customer. He or she recently bought the RV only to “discover” that the roof is incontinent. […]
5 Tips To Improve Your Night Driving Safety
Nighttime travel, particularly along remote roads where obstacles and wildlife may be found, can be treacherous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that nighttime driving fatalities occur three times more frequently than that of daytime driving. During low light times, the human eye has a more difficult time with depth perception, color determination, and […]
Keep Your Back Happy During Long Drives With These Tips
It is getting to be the time of year when many folks are migrating to their winter grounds. For many people, the long drives between locations can contribute to back pain, making for cranky travelers. These tips will help keep your spine in a better place and your voyages pain-free. Hydrate. There always seems to […]
Save Money With An ‘America The Beautiful’ Pass
There was a lot of talk this past summer about the price of a senior lifetime America the Beautiful Pass going from $10 to $80. Though it is an 800% increase, this pass is still a great value. An America the Beautiful Pass grants you access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites. Each pass […]
4 Trailer Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life
It doesn’t matter if you tow a trailer that is big or small, there are everyday safety steps that should be taken to avoid tragedies while on the road. 1. Stay up-to-date on regular maintenance. Keeping your trailer in top shape is a critical step in trailer safety. Before towing, ensure that: The bearings have […]