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FANTASY RV TOURS FEATURED ON DISCOVERY CHANNEL The RVers, a popular RVing series featured on Discovery Channel, devoted three episodes of the current season to exploring the Canadian Maritime provinces.…
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Home to the annual Missouri State Fair, this Midwestern town will roll out the red carpet for those attending Family RV Association’s international convention this summer. By the Sedalia Convention…
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By Diane L. Murtha, F465708 March-April 2026 As an RV traveler, think of all the great places you’ve explored and all the amazing sights you’ve seen. How do you remember…
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This friendly Florida chapter offers fun and new adventures. By Kay Mullis, F418088 March-April 2026 The Gulf Coast Pelicans celebrated the group’s 30th anniversary during our annual meeting rally held…
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YOU RAISE ME UP When ensuring that a towing vehicle and trailer are the same height, it may be necessary to modify the setup by blocking or flipping the trailer’s…
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OUR BEHIND-THE-SCENES HEROES Family RV Association’s administrative department provides office support for staff and members. By Doug Uhlenbrock, Executive Director March-April 2026 Family RV Association’s national office is separated into…
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March-April 2026 The FRVA national office recently learned of the passing of Doug Key, F72824, who served as national treasurer from 2007 to 2009. He also participated on the Finance…
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DEAR EDITOR INVERTERS SUGGESTION I thought the inverters article by Mark Quasius in the November/December issue (“Power Inverters‚” page 20) was very informative and pretty thorough. I would like…
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If you enjoy professional tennis, plan to catch the action in person while weaving attractions near these tournaments into your travel itinerary. By George Moore, A460576 March-April 2026 My wife,…
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GEAR, GADGETS, AND GIFTS Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Robbin Gould, Director of Communications March-April 2026 DOG LEASH HOOKS…
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Discover this must-see flower farm near Oregon’s capital city. By Bruce W. Smith March-April 2026 Flower-loving RVers traveling on Interstate 5 in Oregon won’t want to miss Adelman Peony Gardens,…
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By replacing their RV’s traditional fifth-wheel hitch with a Reese Goose Box hitch, the author and her husband gained use of their pickup truck’s bed again without sacrificing a smooth…
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Since 1995, members of this Family RV Association chapter have enjoyed RV travel, friendships, and backcountry trail riding. By Laurie Rainey, F437969 March-April 2026 In 2025, the 4-Wheelers chapter reached…
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CAMP COOKING A SUITCASE-STYLE GRILL By Bruce W. Smith The smell of food being grilled outdoors soothes the soul. And when it comes to cooking outside an RV, my wife…
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SETTING OUR COMPASS TOWARD SUCCESS By Paul Mitchell, F165576 National President I am writing this column in late January, and Lisa and I are enjoying the warm Arizona weather during…
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Ultra-light travel trailers include models that pair with today’s smaller towing vehicles and active family lifestyles. By Bruce W. Smith March-April 2026 Not every RVer has a full-size pickup or…
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A trip to Key West along the Overseas Highway offers breathtaking ocean views and a chance to experience the natural beauty and laid-back attitudes found in the Florida tropics. By…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on February 9, 2026. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following tire recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on February 18, 2026. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on February 9, 2026. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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February 2, 2026 The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on February 2, 2026. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on January 26, 2026. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on January 12, 2026. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on December 29, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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REFLECTING ON MY JOURNEY: PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & EMPOWERMENT THROUGH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY How a passion for technology shaped my path. By Allen Evans, F542563, Director, Information Technology I’ve always believed technology…
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Attend a rodeo to experience action-packed Western competitions such as bull riding, bronc riding, roping events, and more. By George Moore, A460576 January-February 2026 I attended my first rodeo as…
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Getting Your Bearings: Part 3 The final installment in a series of articles focusing on trailer bearing repacks and brake inspection and service. By Steve Froese, F276276 January-February 2026 In…
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Immerse yourself in wildlife, history, and small-town charm by visiting Kingsland and the surrounding coastal communities. By Kathleen Walls January-February 2026 The city of Kingsland, Georgia, is the perfect hub…
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FRVA Employee Kudos We joined Family RV Association because its Round Bottom Road office is 2 miles from our house in Cincinnati, Ohio, with very nice campsites and a dump…
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January-February 2026 Wilburn “Wil” Young, F207019, applied the financial and management skills developed throughout his career to serve members of the Family Motor Coach Association, now called Family RV Association,…
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Today’s newest models and floor plans accommodate a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. By Bruce W. Smith January-February 2026 Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned pro who…
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A New Era As the new year begins, thoughts on what lies ahead for Family RV Association. By Paul Mitchell, F165576 National President January-February 2026 Family RV Association and 2026;…
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Prewired switch panels and circuit breaker kits make it easy to add exterior lighting to your RV or other vehicle. By Bruce W. Smith January-February 2025 Today’s RVs are typically…
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January-February 2026 SPACE NEW MEXICO’S VERY LARGE ARRAY By Josephine Matyas, F468364 Astronomy and science geeks, as well as film fans, will find the Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array…
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SHARE YOUR FAVORITE TRAVEL PHOTOS Great scenery, unusual sights, wildlife, pets, RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@frva.com; provide a brief , including location, along with your…
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January-February 2026 This Family RV Association chapter, now 50 years old, helped chapter members remember their fallen son and all victims who perished on September 11, 2001. By Mauro Magliocchino,…
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GEAR, GADGETS, AND GIFTS Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By Robbin Gould, Director of Communications January-February 2026 HOLDING TANK…
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Plant your palm trees, fire up those tiki torches, and join other beach-loving RVers searching for their lost shaker of salt during Family RV Association’s “Changes in Latitudes” convention. By…
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The remote town of Lone Pine, California, may not be a famous tourist stop, but its rugged landscape has starred in scores of hit movies and TV shows. By Larry…
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Coachmen RV Unveils Freedom Express Liberty Edition Coachmen RV announced the return of a classic with the launch of the Freedom Express Liberty Edition travel trailer. This new offering revives…
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A solo RVer’s experience at the Ford Towing Boot Camp. By Sherry Light, F522611, Membership Director January-February 2026 When I heard about the Ford Towing Boot Camp taking place at…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on December 15, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on December 8, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 24, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 17, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 11, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on November 3, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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The following recalls were issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on October 21, 2025. To search for recalls, investigations, and complaints by vehicle year, make, model, and VIN,…
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Easier Leveling In early July, I decided to buy SnapPad permanent jack pads for my Class A motorhome to increase the surface area of the stabilizer jacks when parking on…