Rving is a great way to see these beautiful United States. Maybe you only use your RV part-time or, if you are like millions of American, you live a full-time RV lifestyle. Whichever the case here are some simple tips to make your next RV trip a little easier.
Tip #1 Traveling in an RV is about enjoying the US countryside and what it has to offer. So, don’t travel more than about six hour a day. Most RV Parks close their office around 5pm each day. Try to check in at your destination, RV Resort Park, before 4pm. Also, this will allow you to setup your camp site while it is still daylight.
Tip #2 Make sure you carry a well equipped tool box when you travel. Minor repairs are just a part of Rving, so be prepared.
Tip #3 Modern technology is great and a GPS unit can be helpful, but sometimes the best tools are the simplest. So, don’t forget to bring a compass.
Tip #4 Plan your trip so that you don’t have to drive during rush hour traffic. Stop and have breakfast during morning rush hour and try to be off the road long before the going home traffic starts.
Tip #5 Keep driver fatigue to a minimum, share the driving duties with all licensed and qualified drivers.
Tip #6 Always carry a roll of quarters for paying the toll on the toll roads you come across.
Tip #7 It’s a good idea to carry a box of disposable gloves for use when hooking up sewer pipes and at dump stations. A box of disposable gloves are inexpensive and very handy.
Tip #8 If you are a fisherman and like to carry your fishing rods with you it’s a good idea to slide the rods into a piece of 2” PVC pipe to protect your fishing rod from getting broken during your travels.
Tip#9 After you have hooked up your RV and you are ready to pull out take just a few minutes and double check your travel trailer hookup or tow bar connections. Remember, its better to be safe than sorry.
These are just a few tips to help make your next RV trip a little better and hopefully safer. Don’t sit around the house. Get out and see everything this country has to offer. I think you will like what you see.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
RV Camping Is Easier And More Convenient
RV Camping Is Easier And More Convenient
Recreational Vehicle (RV) Camping is like car camping except in most RV's you can sleep. RV camping is a very popular kind of camping probably because you can bring along some of the bigger luxury items like comfortable chairs and bicycles. And some of the fancier RV's have luxuries as you will never find in a tent, like a bathroom, bedroom, living room and kitchen. You can leaf your supplies, kitchen tools, towels and other personal stuff in the RV, you don't have to pack everything when you decide to mover to another campsite.
RV camping is a great way for families to go camping without all of the putting up tents and sleeping on the ground kind of stuff. It is comfortable for parents with small children and for their grandparents and everyone in between. It is also an enjoyable way of camping for people who have disabilities, they will be able to keep on camping without all of the restrictions tent camping can invoke, like the physical burden of putting up the tent.
One of the main advantages of RV camping is that families can use their RV for other purposes when they aren't being used for camping. You can use your RV as a guest room on your property or as a spare room for one of your older children, you can stay in your RV when your house is being painted, or when you have to stay with family who do not have a guest room. An RV gives you the freedom to stay in your own home on wheels and park any where you want.
An RV is so practical, you can pack up your RV with all of your supplies and travel from place to place. There are several types of RV's. The more expensive RV's (motor homes) are motorized and you can drive them from camp to camp. Other RV's can be towed behind the car or truck. This is very convenient because you can park the unit and then leave it, and use the truck to go shopping and explore. Some RV models fold open to create a tent. All different types come in many forms, sizes and additions.
RV camping has many advantages, for instance it is much cheaper than staying in hotels. You can take all your supplies and some luxury with you, in fact you can take your whole campsite with you from place to place. And you don't have to put up tents and make a kitchen out of nothing and sleep on the ground. There are many RV parks and they are nice places to rest and enjoy yourself. RV camping is much easier than camping with a tent and backpack. And you can enjoy it with the whole family or with your friends. The freedom that comes with having an RV is wonderful, there are many ways you can use your house on wheels. RV camping is a real family activity and when you try it ones, you wish you would have done it years ago.
From childhood on Melissa Thornton has always been an outdoor person. Having seen a lot of camping spots around the world she gives tips to newcomers and die-hards about camping at http://www.campingcrowd.com/
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Recreational Vehicle (RV) Camping is like car camping except in most RV's you can sleep. RV camping is a very popular kind of camping probably because you can bring along some of the bigger luxury items like comfortable chairs and bicycles. And some of the fancier RV's have luxuries as you will never find in a tent, like a bathroom, bedroom, living room and kitchen. You can leaf your supplies, kitchen tools, towels and other personal stuff in the RV, you don't have to pack everything when you decide to mover to another campsite.
RV camping is a great way for families to go camping without all of the putting up tents and sleeping on the ground kind of stuff. It is comfortable for parents with small children and for their grandparents and everyone in between. It is also an enjoyable way of camping for people who have disabilities, they will be able to keep on camping without all of the restrictions tent camping can invoke, like the physical burden of putting up the tent.
One of the main advantages of RV camping is that families can use their RV for other purposes when they aren't being used for camping. You can use your RV as a guest room on your property or as a spare room for one of your older children, you can stay in your RV when your house is being painted, or when you have to stay with family who do not have a guest room. An RV gives you the freedom to stay in your own home on wheels and park any where you want.
An RV is so practical, you can pack up your RV with all of your supplies and travel from place to place. There are several types of RV's. The more expensive RV's (motor homes) are motorized and you can drive them from camp to camp. Other RV's can be towed behind the car or truck. This is very convenient because you can park the unit and then leave it, and use the truck to go shopping and explore. Some RV models fold open to create a tent. All different types come in many forms, sizes and additions.
RV camping has many advantages, for instance it is much cheaper than staying in hotels. You can take all your supplies and some luxury with you, in fact you can take your whole campsite with you from place to place. And you don't have to put up tents and make a kitchen out of nothing and sleep on the ground. There are many RV parks and they are nice places to rest and enjoy yourself. RV camping is much easier than camping with a tent and backpack. And you can enjoy it with the whole family or with your friends. The freedom that comes with having an RV is wonderful, there are many ways you can use your house on wheels. RV camping is a real family activity and when you try it ones, you wish you would have done it years ago.
From childhood on Melissa Thornton has always been an outdoor person. Having seen a lot of camping spots around the world she gives tips to newcomers and die-hards about camping at http://www.campingcrowd.com/
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Motor Home Destinations – California Redwood Forests
Motor Home Destinations – California Redwood Forests
by Andrew Stratton
Just imagine standing there, looking up at a giant tree that rises above you into the sky. Even the huckleberries are several feet over your head. Standing among these giants really puts life in perspective, and the hush of the forest floor is so quiet that your footsteps sound like thunder.
Welcome to the California Redwoods, part of a unique ecosystem that includes these ancient trees as well as some of California's prettiest coastline. In the Redwood forest, you can go biking, rafting, fishing, swimming or picnicking, but just walking around among these gigantic trees is enough of a mind-blower for most people.
If you're in the mood for a scenic drive, you can see the sights without leaving your car or motor home on one of the park's scenic drives. The most famous of these is the Avenue of the Giants. If the name gives you any indication, it's pretty spectacular.
Avenue of the Giants is 31 miles of Highway 101 about 5 hours north of San Francisco. Without even leaving your motor home, you will see some of the biggest trees in the entire forest. The Avenue is also close to the Humboldt National Forest, where the oldest stand of virgin old-growth redwood trees is still standing.
Then again, if you do want to get out and walk among the giants, there are trailheads all along the way. Any time you see a sign for a trail, pull off and take it. Wherever it takes you, it will be spectacular and well worth the walking. There are also lots of great places to stop and picnic.
The Avenue of the Giants is also dotted with quaint little towns where you can stop along the way to eat, pick up souvenirs or get more information about these huge trees.
You've probably seen the pictures of the Shrine Drive-Thru tree. That is located in Myers Flat, and there is a turn-off in the Avenues for it. Here you can drive through one of these massive trees!
But, the redwoods are more than just trees. They are part of an entire ecosystem, including prairies, rivers and coastline as well. There are places like the Klamath River Overlook, where you can look down on the spot where the Klamath River meets the Pacific Ocean. You may also catch sight of jumping salmon, sun-bathing sea lions, flying sea-birds, seals and even gray whales.
In this pristine environment there are a variety of protected wildlife, like the Roosevelt elk, gray whales, black bears and sea anemones. There are also lots of interesting little critters, like the massive banana slugs, so named because of their bright color and fruit-size.
The California redwoods are a great destination for motor home travelers, and there are some wonderful campgrounds where you can stay.
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park is open from May 1st to September 30th, and is located right in the middle of the forest. There are 145 sites that allow both tents and RVs, but there are restrictions on how long the motor homes can be. Call them for more information and reservations.
The campground at Jebediah Smith Redwoods State Park is open year around and its more than 100 sites accommodate RVs. There are no hookups, though, and they also have length restrictions. Call ahead for more information.
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park has 2 campgrounds which are both quite a bit smaller than the others. One has 75 sites and the smaller one has 25 and doesn't allow trailers. Prairie Creek is great for those who really want to get away and prefer slightly more rugged accommodations.
Everyone should see the redwoods at least once. You won't believe it!
The California Redwood forests are a spectacular vacation site with a lot of things to see and do. The area is also very motor home friendly, with several parks where you can camp. Visit Bankston Motor Homes and be on your way if this sounds like a vacation for you. http://www.bankstonmotorhomes.com
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by Andrew Stratton
Just imagine standing there, looking up at a giant tree that rises above you into the sky. Even the huckleberries are several feet over your head. Standing among these giants really puts life in perspective, and the hush of the forest floor is so quiet that your footsteps sound like thunder.
Welcome to the California Redwoods, part of a unique ecosystem that includes these ancient trees as well as some of California's prettiest coastline. In the Redwood forest, you can go biking, rafting, fishing, swimming or picnicking, but just walking around among these gigantic trees is enough of a mind-blower for most people.
If you're in the mood for a scenic drive, you can see the sights without leaving your car or motor home on one of the park's scenic drives. The most famous of these is the Avenue of the Giants. If the name gives you any indication, it's pretty spectacular.
Avenue of the Giants is 31 miles of Highway 101 about 5 hours north of San Francisco. Without even leaving your motor home, you will see some of the biggest trees in the entire forest. The Avenue is also close to the Humboldt National Forest, where the oldest stand of virgin old-growth redwood trees is still standing.
Then again, if you do want to get out and walk among the giants, there are trailheads all along the way. Any time you see a sign for a trail, pull off and take it. Wherever it takes you, it will be spectacular and well worth the walking. There are also lots of great places to stop and picnic.
The Avenue of the Giants is also dotted with quaint little towns where you can stop along the way to eat, pick up souvenirs or get more information about these huge trees.
You've probably seen the pictures of the Shrine Drive-Thru tree. That is located in Myers Flat, and there is a turn-off in the Avenues for it. Here you can drive through one of these massive trees!
But, the redwoods are more than just trees. They are part of an entire ecosystem, including prairies, rivers and coastline as well. There are places like the Klamath River Overlook, where you can look down on the spot where the Klamath River meets the Pacific Ocean. You may also catch sight of jumping salmon, sun-bathing sea lions, flying sea-birds, seals and even gray whales.
In this pristine environment there are a variety of protected wildlife, like the Roosevelt elk, gray whales, black bears and sea anemones. There are also lots of interesting little critters, like the massive banana slugs, so named because of their bright color and fruit-size.
The California redwoods are a great destination for motor home travelers, and there are some wonderful campgrounds where you can stay.
Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park is open from May 1st to September 30th, and is located right in the middle of the forest. There are 145 sites that allow both tents and RVs, but there are restrictions on how long the motor homes can be. Call them for more information and reservations.
The campground at Jebediah Smith Redwoods State Park is open year around and its more than 100 sites accommodate RVs. There are no hookups, though, and they also have length restrictions. Call ahead for more information.
Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park has 2 campgrounds which are both quite a bit smaller than the others. One has 75 sites and the smaller one has 25 and doesn't allow trailers. Prairie Creek is great for those who really want to get away and prefer slightly more rugged accommodations.
Everyone should see the redwoods at least once. You won't believe it!
The California Redwood forests are a spectacular vacation site with a lot of things to see and do. The area is also very motor home friendly, with several parks where you can camp. Visit Bankston Motor Homes and be on your way if this sounds like a vacation for you. http://www.bankstonmotorhomes.com
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Motor Home in the Ozarks
Motor Home in the Ozarks
by Andrew Stratton
If you head south through Missouri, you'll come to a spot where the wide, flat farmlands break into the misty green rolling hills of the Ozark Mountains. The Ozarks are not actually mountains, but a huge plateau that extends from southern Missouri into northern Arkansas, and parts of eastern Oklahoma and Kansas. Aside from its natural beauty, the Ozarks region offers lots of fun for everybody, including great motor home enthusiasts.
Lake of the Ozarks is the number one destination in the Ozark Mountains. This is because there's so much do to: golfing, boating, hiking, water sports, fishing... the list goes on. There are places for shopping or dining in town, as well as state parks along the edge of the lake where you can get away from everything.
This is a great family-oriented vacation spot where you can have the best of everything. You can get a camping spot on the edge of a hill surrounded by trees, and it's just a short drive to miniature golf, go-cart riding and water slides. There are lots of great water parks in the area, which are always a big hit with the kids.
There are several very popular motor home sites near the lake.
- Lazy River RV Resort in Eldon, Missouri. This campground is located on the Osage River, just a few minutes drive from the lakefront. They have hiking, water sports and golf just minutes from your camp site.
- Cross Creek RV Park. This is a big campground geared toward family fun, with lots of activities and amenities. They have more than 70 sites with full hook-ups, but it's still a good idea to call ahead; it fills up in the summer months.
Branson - The New Home Of Country Music
For all you country fans out there, Branson is the new Mecca. But, not only does Branson have lots of shows, it has other great things to offer, like good food, museums, theme parks, and nightlife. Branson prides itself on having food from all over the world in its buffets, and lots to do once the sun goes down.
Of course, for lots of us, we'd rather cast a line into the lake and wait for a bite. Branson has great fishing too, some of the best in the United States. There are three good-sized lakes around the Branson area that have boat rentals, great fishing and water skiing.
For RV campers, there are lots of great places to stay around Branson. A few of the most popular include Branson Shenanigans RV Park, Branson View Campground and ABC Campground. Be sure to call ahead for reservations.
Get into the Wilderness - The Boston Mountains
If you want to get away from things, Arkansas's Boston Mountains are spectacular. These lush, green mountains are a wonderful place to see in your motor home adventures, with lots of places to stop and hike, fish or take in the view. There is a Boston Mountains Scenic Loop that winds its way all through the beautiful mountain landscape, where you'll see bare cliff-sides, trickling mountain streams, and bridges that soar above the mountain landscape.
The Overland RV Park offers some of the best motor home accommodations in the Boston Mountains, and there are lots of sights to see not far away, like Lake Fort Smith State Park and Lake Lou Emma Dam.
The Ozarks are a great place to experience real mountain culture, see pretty scenery and take the family out on some unforgettable adventures.
The Ozarks offer a wide variety of family-oriented activities if the whole family is taking the trip. Your motor home trip can take you away from city life, this area offers a variety of activities. Bankston Motor Homes can put you on the road to this RV playground. http://www.bankstonmotorhomes.com
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by Andrew Stratton
If you head south through Missouri, you'll come to a spot where the wide, flat farmlands break into the misty green rolling hills of the Ozark Mountains. The Ozarks are not actually mountains, but a huge plateau that extends from southern Missouri into northern Arkansas, and parts of eastern Oklahoma and Kansas. Aside from its natural beauty, the Ozarks region offers lots of fun for everybody, including great motor home enthusiasts.
Lake of the Ozarks is the number one destination in the Ozark Mountains. This is because there's so much do to: golfing, boating, hiking, water sports, fishing... the list goes on. There are places for shopping or dining in town, as well as state parks along the edge of the lake where you can get away from everything.
This is a great family-oriented vacation spot where you can have the best of everything. You can get a camping spot on the edge of a hill surrounded by trees, and it's just a short drive to miniature golf, go-cart riding and water slides. There are lots of great water parks in the area, which are always a big hit with the kids.
There are several very popular motor home sites near the lake.
- Lazy River RV Resort in Eldon, Missouri. This campground is located on the Osage River, just a few minutes drive from the lakefront. They have hiking, water sports and golf just minutes from your camp site.
- Cross Creek RV Park. This is a big campground geared toward family fun, with lots of activities and amenities. They have more than 70 sites with full hook-ups, but it's still a good idea to call ahead; it fills up in the summer months.
Branson - The New Home Of Country Music
For all you country fans out there, Branson is the new Mecca. But, not only does Branson have lots of shows, it has other great things to offer, like good food, museums, theme parks, and nightlife. Branson prides itself on having food from all over the world in its buffets, and lots to do once the sun goes down.
Of course, for lots of us, we'd rather cast a line into the lake and wait for a bite. Branson has great fishing too, some of the best in the United States. There are three good-sized lakes around the Branson area that have boat rentals, great fishing and water skiing.
For RV campers, there are lots of great places to stay around Branson. A few of the most popular include Branson Shenanigans RV Park, Branson View Campground and ABC Campground. Be sure to call ahead for reservations.
Get into the Wilderness - The Boston Mountains
If you want to get away from things, Arkansas's Boston Mountains are spectacular. These lush, green mountains are a wonderful place to see in your motor home adventures, with lots of places to stop and hike, fish or take in the view. There is a Boston Mountains Scenic Loop that winds its way all through the beautiful mountain landscape, where you'll see bare cliff-sides, trickling mountain streams, and bridges that soar above the mountain landscape.
The Overland RV Park offers some of the best motor home accommodations in the Boston Mountains, and there are lots of sights to see not far away, like Lake Fort Smith State Park and Lake Lou Emma Dam.
The Ozarks are a great place to experience real mountain culture, see pretty scenery and take the family out on some unforgettable adventures.
The Ozarks offer a wide variety of family-oriented activities if the whole family is taking the trip. Your motor home trip can take you away from city life, this area offers a variety of activities. Bankston Motor Homes can put you on the road to this RV playground. http://www.bankstonmotorhomes.com
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