July 2023

’Tis the season for mosquito spray, sunscreen, and summer heat. As you’re making travel plans, don’t forget to double-check that your A/C and fridge are working properly. And while you’re…

Kid Zone Add to family fun during your travels with these games and other items designed for youngsters. By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor Marshmallow Holder Roasting marshmallows over a campfire…

Just an hour and a half away from Yellowstone National Park, this Montana town is known for its dramatic mountain landscape, outdoor adventuring, history, and more. By Susie Wall July…

Information about recent efforts of FMCA’s Governmental and Legislative Affairs Committee. By Linda Burdette, F324182 Chairman, Governmental And Legislative Affairs Committee July 2023 The FMCA Governmental and Legislative Affairs Committee…

Kampgrounds Of America Buys Three Montana KOA Campgrounds Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) has purchased three KOA campground properties in Montana from the Marv and Carol Linde family, who had…

A family RV trip is a great way to make memories that last a lifetime. Consider these simple yet effective suggestions for keeping everyone content and relaxed. By Scott &…

A family road trip can be comfortable and fun in this roomy Type A from Thor Motor Coach. By Mark Quasius, F333630 July 2023 The Windsport ranks among the most…

Not all vacations are as stress-free as we’d like them to be. If something goes wrong unexpectedly, don’t panic! There’s a solution to every problem. By Steve Froese, F276276 July…

TPMS Story Addition The Tire Patrol from RVI, makers of RVI towed vehicle braking systems, should have been included in the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems‚ article in the June 2023…

July 2023 Patricia “Pat” Snyder, L1852, FMCA’s first life member along with her late husband, George, died January 20, 2023, at age 88. George was instrumental in spearheading FMCA’s Lifetime…

Stay Up To Date With FMCA One of the best ways to take advantage of your FMCA membership is to be informed about the benefits you receive, including ongoing changes.…

FMCA grew up during the ’60s and will celebrate its beginnings with a funky festival of RVing fun in the Wyoming plains. By Doug Uhlenbrock, Director Of Events July 2023…

Share Your Favorite Travel Photos. Great scenery, unusual sights, wildlife, pets, RV fun. Send your photo (high-resolution digital image) to rearview@fmca.com; provide a brief description, including location, along with your contact…

July 2023 Marcia Atkinson, L10327, wife of past FMCA national president Charlie Atkinson, passed away on November 29, 2022, at the age of 88. Charlie and Marcia met as freshmen…

Forest River’s midsize off-grid travel trailer is available in an exclusive West Coast offering. By Bruce W. Smith July 2023 Elkhart, Indiana-based Forest River Inc. is one of the largest…

Travel A Quintessential Western Town  Cody, Wyoming’s Western vibe is evident in every corner of the town, and that’s just the way founder Colonel William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody would…

America’s first national park is a true gem located on top of a volcanic hot spot. From dense pine forests to boiling-hot geysers, visitors have plenty to see. By Josephine…

A tribute to FMCA pioneer Genny Jennings, L26, who becomes a centenarian in July. By Robbin Gould, Editor July 2023 From the time FMCA was formed in July 1963, countless…

Many attendees bring a flat-towed vehicle to FMCA international conventions and rallies, and you’re likely to see many Jeeps, Fords, and Hondas. But how many Smart cars have you spotted?…

FMCA has its roots in a gathering that took place 60 years ago in Maine, when a group of RV owners came together to view a total eclipse of the…

One family’s RV enables them to comfortably travel cross-country with a disabled child and leads to memorable adventures along the way. By Pat Jennette, F505807 July 2023 RVing experiences take…