November 2018
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Stop Sticks The front-facing closets in the rear of our motorhome often open and discharge their contents during a hard stop. To prevent this, I obtained 3/4-inch-by-1/2-inch-by-72-inch strips of hardwood…
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Battlefields, sand dunes, and natural prairie land are highlighted at these preserves. By Susie Wall November 2018 Every year millions of Americans travel to the nation’s most popular national parks.…
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This luxury toy hauler accommodates road toys without sacrificing RV living space. By Lazelle Jones November 2018 When you walk through the front door of the recently opened La Mesa…
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Are you getting enough sleep? Follow these strategies to avoid daytime drowsiness, especially when you’re behind the wheel. By Lauri Stumph, F488907 November 2018 Lack of sleep, and restless sleep,…
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This new Type A motorhome from Jayco Inc. builds upon many features found in the company’s other models. By Robbin Gould, Editor Noevmber 2018 A new home on wheels has…
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By Gary Bunzer, Technical Editor November 2018 Saturated Storage We have a Thor Motor Coach Tuscany, a 40-foot diesel pusher. While traveling through Georgia en route to Florida, we experienced…
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By John Johnston, Associate Editor Dish Drainer Dish towels can be breeding grounds for bacteria, so many people choose the air-dry method. In that case, the Prepworks Collapsible Over-the-Sink Dish…
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FMCA member Annette O’Neil made it her mission to skydive in every state. By John Johnston, Associate Editor November 2018 We won’t call Annette O’Neil, F485930, a daredevil, because that…
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November 2018 Home: Franklin, Tennessee. Occupations: Mark retired from the U.S. Air Force after 21 years and now works for the government. Kimberly works in corporate real estate, specializing in…
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Winnebago’s Micro Minnie Fifth-Wheel Debuts Winnebago Towables has introduced the Micro Minnie fifth-wheel. It will be available January 1, 2019, in five floor plans, each weighing less than 6,000 pounds.…
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A step-by-step guide to a complex project that usually is best left to professionals. By Steve Froese, F276276 November 2018 A complete roof replacement is one of the biggest repair…
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Nature These Turkeys Can Fly! “As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly!” —Arthur Carlson, WKRP general manager, “WKRP in Cincinnati” Those big-chested Thanksgiving turkeys specially bred for…
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Portable Generator Considerations “Choosing a Generator” by Mark Quasius in the July 2018 issue of Family RVing (page 30) had some nifty information. I’d like to add three additional important…
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Backlit beauty near La Push Beach, Washington, taken by Jeanneatte Emert.Diesel, an English Labrador retriever, relaxes at Resurrection Bay Campground in Seward, Alaska, during Gerald and Donna Tobey’s “trip of…
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Activities included a catered dinner, games, and campfire. By Judy Matthews, F421038, Chapter President November 2018 Cardinal Virginians members celebrated the chapter’s 25th anniversary on June 15, 2018, at Misty…
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July rally featured a malt shop menu and sock hop. By Connie Crawford, F416593 November 2018 Blue Water RV’ers chapter members arrived in 17 RVs for a July 13-15, 2018,…
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FMCA members are being asked to vote on changes to the FMCA Constitution related to member dues refunds and electronic voting. Click here to read more and for a ballot.…
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By Matt Moniz, F181587 November 2018 Alpine Coach NorCal members celebrated the chapter’s 10th anniversary during a July 2018 rally that was timed to coincide with the Gilroy Garlic Festival…
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Fetch some fruit, some seafood, or even a few potatoes to create these flavorful dishes. By Janet Groene, F47166 November 2018 For generations, island cuisines were set apart by the…
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American history comes alive at these smaller, lesser-known war-related monuments. By Kathleen Walls November 2018 The United States was formed through conflicts, so perhaps that’s why it has so many…
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Look What We Accomplished Last Year! National President By Jon Walker, F268778 jwalker@fmca.com Last month in this column I shared my vision for FMCA initiatives going into fiscal year 2019…