In This Issue

RVers gathered in Sedalia, Missouri, for FRVA’s summer convention and rang in the USA’s 250th birthday. By Robbin Gould, Director of Communications September/October 2026 It’s no secret that good times…

KEEPING ON THE SUNNY SIDE: PART 2 Get the most out of your battery power while off the grid. By Steve Froese, F276276 September/October 2026 In the previous issue of…

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 description, including location, along with your…

Knowing how to assist a choking victim may help save their life. By Randy Davis, F471978 September/October 2026 You are sitting around a campfire, roasting and eating hot dogs with…

By John Hamilton, Associate Editor September/October 2026 Near the Arizona-Mexico border is one of the most famous towns in American history. Tombstone, Arizona, sits on land that originally belonged to…

The 20th Century Wagontrainers chapter continues to build friendships and enjoy good times. By Matt Hoelzel, F198186 Chapter President Many Family RV Association members know a bit about the start…

  When nature calls you off the beaten path, be sure you’re in an RV that can handle the terrain with ease while allowing you to bring the comforts of…

Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. John Hamilton, Associate Editor   COMMEMORATIVE TOW BAR Roadmaster Inc. has…

ASSOCIATION BUSINESS By Paul Mitchell National President As I write this, Lisa and I have just returned from FRVA’s “250 years of Red, White & Blue” International Convention, which took…

See you later. . . . By Bianca Dumas September/October 2026 When you do a lot of RV travel, you need to get creative. After many years on the road,…

When to replace your RV/tow vehicle tires. By Bruce W. Smith September-October 2026 A close friend of mine went into a local tire center to have the air pressures checked…

After thorough research and planning, one couple became full-time RVers, enjoying many travel experiences — but also facing unwelcome news. By Larry Q. Allen, F477689 It was Mary’s idea. My…

Watch a rocket launch in the Lone Star State. By George Moore, A460576 September/October 2026 Approximately 20 miles east of Brownsville, Texas, along State Highway 4, you arrive at the…

WONDERFULLY WITCHY SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS “There’s a little witch in all of us.” – Aunt Jet, Practical Magic As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to change, people start…

FIDO-FRIENDLY TOP DOG PARK CITIES UNLEASHED We all want our four-legged furry friends to get fresh air and exercise, especially after being cooped up in an RV all day. When…

KEEPING ON THE SUNNY SIDE As more RVers look to unplug from shore power, the installation of high-capacity solar systems is becoming more common. This article, first in a series,…

DEAR EDITOR DISCOUNT FUEL CARD SAVINGS On the recommendation of several other RVers, I began using a fleet diesel discount card. After 7,000 miles or so. I started to notice…

COMMUNICATING WITH STYLE! FRVA’s Communications department ensures the association puts its best foot forward by producing professionally designed and written pieces, such as Family RVing magazine . . . and many…

CHAPTER LONGEVITY Recognizing Family RV Association’s long lineage of chapters, some dating back to the 1960s. By Robbin Gould, Director of Communications   Summer prompts road trips and, often, reunions…

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 description, including location, along with your…

GEAR, GADGETS, AND GIFTS Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers. By John Hamilton, Associate Editor July/August 2026 DRINKWARE According to Dometic,…

ON A ROLL By Paul Mitchell, F165576, National President Lisa and I recently traveled from Las Vegas to Sevierville, Tennessee, to attend the International Area Organization (INTO) destination rally at…

REV GROUP, NOW PART OF TEREX, UNVEILS 2027 COACHES Following a February 2026 merger between REV Group and Terex Corporation, the newly formed Terex RV Group is moving forward. Its…

FARM FRESH Red Apple Farm Ninety minutes west of Boston, in Phillipston, Massachusetts, you’ll find a farm with a rich agricultural history that continues to be a thriving staple of…

MAGNUM OPUS As suppliers come and go, owners may need to do their homework to locate a replacement part for an RV appliance or other component. By Steve Froese, F276276…

CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAY ALONG WITH THE PARKS If you’re looking to visit the U.S. national parks and commemorate America’s 250th birthday, here are several ways to do so. One…

CONVENTION THOUGHTS, MEMBER COVERAGE UPDATES By Paul Mitchell, F165576, National President May-June 2026 Lisa and I just finished what I consider one of the best Family RV Association Conventions in…

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 May/June 2026 DEHUMIDIFIER The Ivation…

An award-winning quilter, fiber artist, and author describes how she manages multiple craft projectswhile traveling in an RV for extended periods. By Diane L. Murtha, F465708 May/June 2026 I am…

DEAR EDITOR A DEDICATED MEMBER My wife, Donna, passed away February 8, 2026, after a period of prolonged illnesses. As a member of FMCA (now known as FRVA), she was…

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 description, including location, along with your…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…