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You might be getting ready to wind-down your RV season. Or, maybe you’re ready to hit the highway for a fall road trip. Whatever the case, there is no wrong time to check the condition of your rig’s tires.Unfortunately, far too many people overlook tire “health” when they’re doing a quick RV inspection, and it’s a crucial thing to check. Tire failure, especially when you’re on the road, can be extremely dangerous. Plus, it’s not always easy to find a spare when you’re heading to a campsite and n …

Many families, including mine, have memories of searching through forests and fields in search of edibles. Mushrooms are always a popular forage food, whether it is those rare and pricey morels in the spring or other species of mushrooms in the fall. For many people who have adopted the RV lifestyle, outdoor adventures can include looking for tasty treats in the wild lands they encounter on their journey.In some sense it is a nod back to the roots of human existence – finding sustenance from our …

We’ve talked before about ways to stay healthy and fit when you’re on a long RV road trip. But many RVers are also avid campers. So, what can you do to get in some exercise when you’re at a campground for a few days?Some of the options are obvious. You’re surrounded by nature, so use it! Go for a long hike, go kayaking, or play a game of catch with the kids. You’ve got a fantastic outdoor gym at your disposal, so don’t be afraid to switch up your workout routine and have fun. But, if you’re look …

The campfire is an important part of the RV experience. It is the replacement for the hearth of the home, the social center and the gathering place. A glowing fire and people sitting on logs surrounding it, toasting marshmallows or enjoying another campfire treat, possibly telling scary stories and sipping on a warm beverage is the iconic fall camping scene.Honoring this tradition does not have to be uncomfortable. To the contrary, adding a little comfort to the campfire setting ensures that eve …

Perhaps you’ve seen towers of rocks and stones known as cairns along a trail or near a stream bank. Perhaps you’ve even participated in stacking stones as a fun pastime done in nature. Rock cairns are not a modern development, but there are modern day concerns with this popular activity.Historically, these human-made collections of rocks have been used by cultures around the globe for a variety of reasons. Some cairns are placed as a memorial or indication of a burial site, some are used to …