January 2020

Motorhome travel has helped fuel a life-changing transformation for this Arizona couple. By John Johnston, Associate Editor January 2020 Most people can point to specific moments that changed the trajectory…

A guide to 2020-model-year vehicles that manufacturers have indicated can be flat towed behind a motorhome without significant modifications. 2020 Towing Lineup (PDF)

These flavorful dishes will delight whether you’re bundled up or on the beach. For some RV travelers, this season’s sparkle comes from snowdrifts and ski slopes. For others, it’s shining…

This Arizona chapter travels together to places both near and far. By Clint Smith, F245135 January 2020 The Tucson Drifters chapter is known for traveling farther and more often than…

PLEASE NOTE: Because of concerns over the escalating COVID-19 virus, FMCA’s 101st International Convention and RV Expo, scheduled for March 26-29, 2020, has been cancelled. Here’s a small taste of…

Jarnuary 2020 When the California Coasters chapter held a rally in Coos Bay, Oregon, in September 2019, members visited Washed Ashore Gallery in Bandon, Oregon. Washed Ashore is a project…

Ammonia Affliction We’re planning to buy a Type C motorhome and travel with our small dogs. If we leave them in the RV and there is an ammonia leak, could…

National Parks Set Fee-Free Days For 2020 The National Park Service will waive entrance fees at all national parks on these days in 2020: January 20: Martin Luther King Jr.…

January 2020 In the 1960s, when FMCA was a fledgling association beset with growing pains, a small group of people devoted their time and talent to ensure its ultimate success.…

Basement Organizer Small items often got lost in my RV’s basement storage compartment. So, I built a platform/storage tray to keep things organized. The tray was made using 1×4 lumber…

A Great FMCA Benefit During our summer motorhome trip we stopped in Gunnison, Colorado. My wife, Susan, tripped and fell, and broke a shoulder socket and bone in her left…

Don’t miss this award-winning attraction just west of Tucson. By Diane Morey Sitton January 2020 Stroll among towering saguaro cacti, hear and feel hummingbirds as they hover inches away, and…

Member Benefits Guide, Chapter Directory, RV Marketplace, and more… 2020 FMCA Directory

PLEASE NOTE: Because of concerns over the escalating COVID-19 virus, FMCA’s 101st International Convention and RV Expo, scheduled for March 26-29, 2020, has been cancelled. Mirth, music, and more will…

Documents to gather and provisions to make to ease the stress of an unexpected incident on the road, and to help those providing aid to you, including FMCAssist. By George…

Seat Covers If your RV seats are showing signs of age or you want to protect new seats against damaging UV rays, GripFit Seat Covers from RV Designer may fit…

Rally-goers return to a Pennsylvania campground that holds fond memories. By Elaine Mills, F104146 January 2020 Nearly 50 Capitol chapter members, old and new, gathered for a rally from October…

Walter “Lee” and Joy Atterholt, F500402 Occupations: Lee: Retired Navy nurse and retired California peace officer. Joy: Retired schoolteacher. Home: Redlands, California. RV: 1998 Beaver Monterey 3600 motorhome. Pets: Two…

Campground Spotlight Flag City RV Resort Lodi, California With so many people RVing today, campsites sometimes are in short supply. Add to that, for California at least, difficulties caused by…

Highlights included games, fellowship, and dinner. By Betty Williams, F318716 January 2020 Olympic Snowbirds members celebrated the chapter’s 35th anniversary at a September 2019 rally held at the Port Townsend…