Birds tend to be found in predictable locations, and as experienced birdwatchers, we usually look for them in those places. Hawks soar on thermals, and ducks congregate in clusters on lakes and ponds. But the wood duck, as its name implies, is sometimes found on the branch of a tree.
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New Wireless Phone Laws In California
When driving in California, motorhomers had better think twice before using their cellular phones, unless it’s for emergency purposes or they’re using a hands-free headset.
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Rating campgrounds
Dear Editor:
The article titled “Campground Hospitality” in the April 2008 issue (page 78) was interesting to read. After seven years of motorhoming, we finally stayed at our first KOA this winter and had a very positive experience, as the writer did. -
Committees! Who needs them? Aren’t they just a bunch of people sitting around arguing about one thing or another? Well, actually, in order to get many things done, FMCA’s Executive Board relies heavily upon the work of its various committees.
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My family enjoys RVing, as well as fishing, boating, and kayaking. For years, we faced a decision before every motorhome trip: whether to tow the boat or the car behind the coach. We couldn’t take both, and it often came down to leaving the boat behind or renting one at our destination.Â
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This luxurious diesel pusher stands out among others in its price range by boasting a floor plan with five slideouts, while receiving high marks for handling and cargo capacity.
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Motorhomers enjoyed a late-February sojourn in Pomona, California, as they participated in FMCA’s 79th International Convention.
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A capital assortment of attractions fills St. Paul, Minnesota, home to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, where FMCA’s 80th International Convention will take place.
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Members are the blood flowing through the arteries and veins of FMCA. We’re constantly replenishing our supply, but we’re losing even more than we gain. This is not healthful. We all need not only to recruit new members, but we must learn how to retain them.
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A slow-paced, back-to-nature experience awaits RV travelers along the state’s western edge.
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Budgeting is a way of life for most RVers, whether you’re new to the traveling life or are an experienced snowbird. Saving money as you travel will provide a bit of extra cash to use for fun. And who can say no to that? Here are a few money-saving tips from seasoned roadies.
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Understanding the workings of your propane system and how to keep it operating properly can help you enjoy safe, trouble-free performance from your motorhome’s appliances.
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I must admit I was a bit worried about what sort of report I’d give you in this month’s column, because I knew I’d be writing about the 79th International Convention in Pomona, California, the first convention that I was responsible for as FMCA president. Boy, was my apprehension misplaced.
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For many years, Flying J Travel Plazas have been offering holders of the Flying J R.V. Real Value Card a penny discount on the purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel. The Flying J R.V. Real Value Card also entitled you to a 5-cent-per-gallon discount on all propane purchases.
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Coach Connection
I was hoping you could recommend a motorhome transportation company or companies that could move my motorhome (which isn’t running right now) from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Amarillo, Texas.
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Country Coach Inc. has announced NHTSA recall 08V119000, which affects some 2004 to 2008 Affinity, Intrigue, and Magna motorhomes manufactured from May 2003 through January 2008.
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Growling Oven
Dear RV Doctor:
I have an Atwood RV range. It is a Wedgewood model. I’m curious why the oven sometimes makes a growling sound rather than the smooth hissing sound that an LP-gas oven usually makes. -
Tow Bar Pin Reminder
Some of the simplest things we learn from experience. Returning home from a trip, we were flagged down by a passing motorist who noticed that the car we were towing was weaving. After stopping we discovered that one of the pins that connect our tow bar to the towed vehicle was missing.
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Multifunctional Handheld GPS
The ONIX 400 handheld GPS receiver from Bushnell Outdoor Products is touted in product literature as the first to include satellite photography as well as XM NavWeather coupled with XM Satellite Radio.
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RV Toy Book
Family Motor Coaching readers who recall an article about RV toys in the September 2006 issue (“RV Toys: Not Just Child’s Play,” page 92) may enjoy a new book written by the same authors, FMCA members John Brunkowski and Michael Closen
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The coasts of the United States are rich in lighthouses. We’ve always enjoyed visiting lights, photographing them, and learning their history. But with more than 800 lighthouses to choose from, it’s tough to see them all.
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Tap, tap, tap. Tap, tap. Experts say you can tell what a woodpecker is doing by listening to the speed and frequency of its drumming. Tap, tap, tap. Quiet, irregular drumming occurs when the bird is harvesting insects.
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Few foods are more versatile for cooking on the go than tuna. Carry it fresh, frozen, or in cans or pouches. Serve it hot or cold, fancy or plain. Make a simple meal from a can of tuna and a pile of crackers.
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Ultra-Low-Sulfur-Diesel Date Compliance Correction
The article titled “Ultra-Low-Sulfur Diesel Fuel†in the April 2008 issue of Family Motor Coaching magazine(page 62) incorrectly stated that all diesel fueling stations in the United States and Canada are now selling …
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Under the premise that Frustrated Maestros do not need a reason to make music together, just a chance to play, Pete Eckhardt, president and music director of the Frustrated Maestros Eastern Sharps and Flats chapter, decided to create such an opportunity.
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With a little planning and some common courtesy, you and overnight motorhome guests can get along.
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Ever stay at a campground and wish you didn’t have to leave? Or, conversely, have you ever left a park wishing your experience had been better? Well, coming soon to a campground near you may be a chance to provide feedback about your stay.
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More than 700 rural islands make up Washington’s San Juan Archipelago, and four of those — Lopez, Shaw, Orcas, and San Juan — are reachable in about an hour by auto ferry. Your motorhome can go, too.
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If the letters we’ve received in the past year or so are any indication, most of you already know that any diesel engine manufactured after January 1, 2007, must use ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel. In addition, diesel fuel suppliers and stations …
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The Type B is the smallest self-contained motorhome. Appealing fuel economy ratings and a growing list of interior amenities are among the attractive attributes of today's Type Bs. They also have the extra advanatage of fitting into parking spaces sized for standard automobiles. In this roundup …
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Just about anyone who has seen the 1977 science fiction film Close Encounters of the Third Kind will think about it when they first see Devils Tower, located in northeastern Wyoming. But after you park your motorhome in the lot, thoughts of alien spaceships fade to black.
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Probably one of the sweetest things about small children is the tiny shoes they wear. Use these tricks to make cute little boots even more precious.
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Along the banks of a north Florida river lies a park set aside to honor America’s first popular songwriter.
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Nearly 20 years after the release of Field of Dreams, visitors still come to the Iowa site where the beloved movie was filmed.
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Probably the most visible and welcome benefit of membership in FMCA is the magazine that arrives in our mailboxes each month. From the very beginning, the founders of FMCA realized that the association needed a tool for communicating with its members.
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The membership database for the Family Motor Coach Association is a complex collection of information. But it’s quite organized, and the file management was developed based upon members’ lifestyles.
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Racer Writes
Dear Editor:
I enjoyed Lazelle Jones’ article on racing and motorhomes (“Racing Connections,” February 2008, page 80), as far as it went. But the piece overlooked the thousands (maybe tens of thousands) of motorhome-using race enthusiasts in various other race venues in this country. -
High Definition
I need some help with the installation of an HDTV in my motorhome. I would like to be able to use my Winegard roof-mounted antenna that I currently have on my 2003 Pace Arrow. It works fine with my …
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Refer Removal
Dear RV Doctor:
I recently purchased a 1975 Sportscoach. The refrigerator was not working, so we decided to go with an all-electric unit. My question is: how do I get the old one out of the motorhome? -
Key Indicators
I just got a new motorhome and found that the entry door has two keyholes. I inevitably picked the wrong key to unlock the door. So I color-coded …
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Thirty members of the Carolina Ramblers chapter gathered at the Burlington, North Carolina, family business of Bob and JoAnn Hahn October 26 through 28, 2007, for a different kind of chapter rally.
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Laptop Lamp
The Boynq d’Light from American Audio & Video is a USB-powered light that provides illumination when working on a laptop computer.
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Pomona Convention Featured On “American Rver”
Peggy and Jim Grich travel throughout North America shooting segments for their show, which is available via podcast at www.americanrver.com.
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Spring is here, so that means the beginning of the flower festival season. Some of these events begin as early as March, but most are scheduled for April, May, and June. With so many festivals to pick from, we could only choose a few examples …
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We’re fascinated by flowers of every description, from the hard-to-photograph “belly-flowers,†where you have to lie down to get a close-up view, to the showy blooms in high mountain meadows that appear after the snow melts.
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Freightliner LLC has announced two separate NHTSA recalls.The first is recall 07V306000, which affects some 2007 and 2008 school bus, heavy truck, van, and motorhome chassis built between …
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Tips for getting your governmental questions answered, navigating Florida’s highways, eliminating marketing calls, and more.Â
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The Membership/Member Services Committee includes Sam Allen, Northeast Area vice president; Joanne Durbin, FMCA national secretary; Fred Kennedy, South Central Area vice president; Allen Rein, Rocky Mountain Area vice president; and Charlie Schrenkel, Southeast Area vice president.