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  • Chapter Spotlight: Teton Club International

    This new FMCA chapter focuses on a luxurious fifth-wheel brand. By Jeff Engel, F481953 December 2019 The group called Teton Club International (TCI) was started in 1990 by Robert “Boots”…

  • Recalls

    Cruiser RV 19V-672: Certain 2020 South Fork fifth-wheels manufactured from July 11, 2019, to August 15, 2019. The wood backers for bunk supports were not installed on the slideout bunk…

  • Family Matters: Pacers Northwest Chapter Marks 30th Anniversary

    Highlights included a catered dinner, a craft activity, and a fundraising auction. By Glenda Specht, F426796 November 2019 Members of Pacers Northwest celebrated the chapter’s 30th anniversary at a rally…

  • Rear View: November 2019

  • Among The “Coastsiders” At Pillar Point

    On the California coast south of San Francisco, winter RVers can enjoy spectacular views and tasty seafood. By Bruce Davis, F440088 November 2019 A cool breeze out of the west-northwest…

  • Forest River Sunseeker

    This Type C motorhome lends itself to use by RVers looking for comfort and value. By Pamela Kay, Director of Communications, Publishing November 2019 The Forest River Sunseeker Type C…

  • Tech Talk: RV Doctor

    By Gary Bunzer November 2019 Vintage Air Conditioner We have a 1989 Pace Arrow motorhome, which we have lived in for 19 years. It has Coleman air conditioners in the…

  • FMCA Update: November 2019

    Conventional Wisdom Learn the ins and outs of attending an FMCA convention with this rally prep primer. Chief Executive Officer Chris Smith FMCA’s “Minot Magic” convention is in the rearview…

  • Family Matters: Kitty Ammenheuser Served FMCA Well

    November 2019 Katherine “Kitty” Ammenheuser, A157201, died July 24, 2019, at home in Beaumont, Texas. She was 79. She was the wife of Jim Ammenheuser, who from 1999 to 2003…

  • Livin’ The Life: November 2019

    Campground Spotlight Western-Style Family Camping At Circle CG Farm Campground Picture a campground with a regular ribs cookoff, hayrides, and live country-western performances at its own music venue. The property…

  • RV Lookin’ Good Yet?

    Follow these washing, polishing, and waxing tips to make your machine shine. By Mark Quasius, F333630 November 2019 You regularly maintain your RV’s batteries, generator, air conditioner, holding tanks, and…

  • A Magical Milestone

    FMCA’s “Minot Magic” convention celebrated 100 gatherings filled with friends, festivities, and fun. By Robbin Gould, Editor The late Ken Scott, L63, penned a column for FMCA’s magazine while serving…

  • Chapter Spotlight: Midwest Coachmen

    Since 1965, this friendly group has been offering good times to RV travelers. By Doug Erman, F267966, Chapter Treasurer November 2019 Friendship, good company, and good times are just a…

  • KZ Venom Fifth-Wheel V4012TK

    Part luxury RV and part rugged toy hauler, this home on wheels meets the demands of those who want to transport their equipment without sacrificing creature comforts. By Mark Quasius,…

  • Layers Of History At Kingsley Plantation

    Stories run deep at the oldest surviving plantation home in Florida, now part of a national park in Jacksonville. By Neala McCarten November 2019 Now known as Kingsley Plantation, the…

  • News & Notes: November 2019

    Keystone RV Marks Production Of 1 Millionth RV Keystone RV Company shipped its 1 millionth RV — a Montana 3761FL fifth-wheel — on August 29, 2019. The milestone was celebrated…

  • Readers Write: November 2019

    Right Town, Wrong Year Family RVing Magazine Panel member Tony Wiese, F178480, pointed out an error in the “Tacoma, Outside And In” article in the September 2019 issue (page 56).…

  • RV Products: November 2019

    Extension Cords You may be great at connecting the dots and equally adept at connecting with other RVers. Sometimes, though, you may need help connecting to shore power. Mighty Cord…

  • Meet The Family: November 2019

    Russ and Laura Hines, F493195 Home: Glen Rock, Pennsylvania. Occupations: Russ: Retired police officer; now a mobile RV service technician. Laura: Registered nurse. RV: 2019 Tiffin Phaeton motorhome. Pets: Axel,…

  • Cooking On The Go: Hot, Hearty Comfort Food

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  • Career Change-Up

    Former big-league pitcher Milt Wilcox makes a splash with dock-jumping dogs. By John Johnston, Associate Editor November 2019 Milt Wilcox, F483994, considers himself fortunate that significant portions of his life…

  • Family Matters: Chaparral Chapter Celebrates 50 Years

    Members gathered at Route 66 RV Resort for anniversary rally. By Robert Malseed, F237489 November 2019 Chaparral, which was chartered in July 1969 as FMCA’s 14th chapter, primarily represents northern…

  • Keeping Connected

    Winegard ConnecT 2.0 is engineered to boost your internet connection, whether you use Wi-Fi or a cellular service signal. By Mark Quasius, F333630 November 2019 RVing is touted as a…

  • Recalls

    Airstream Inc. 19V-655: Certain 2016-2017 International Serenity and 2016 International Signature and Flying Cloud travel trailers, all of which are 19 feet long, and manufactured from May 1, 2015, to…

  • One In Half A Million

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  • Tech Talk: RV Doctor

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  • The Art Of Fly-Fishing

    An introduction to a pastime whose allure goes well beyond catching fish. By Bruce Murray, F361709 October 2019 In our family, there was no clear line between religion and fly…

  • Chapter Spotlight: Maine Wheels

    The Maine Wheels chapter of FMCA has an easy formula for making new friends and enjoying rallies. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor October 2019 One of FMCA’s longer-running chapters is…

  • Meet The Family: October 2019

    Harry and Renee Wright, F477678 Occupations: Harry: Retired insurance company director. Renee: In a second career as owner of a home-based graphic arts and event-planning business. Home: Hudson, Ohio. RV:…

  • Thor Motor Coach Venetian R40

    Redesigned for 2020, this diesel-pusher motorhome blends modern touches with traditional décor and delivers luxury features at a relatively modest price tag. By Mark Quasius, F333630 October 2019 Thor Motor…

  • Livin’ The Life: October 2019

    Campground Spotlight Buckeye Lake KOA, Buckeye Lake, Ohio October 2019 It’s been 50 years since Buckeye Lake/Columbus East KOA opened, and this past July, the anniversary was commemorated with a…

  • FMCA Update: October 2019

    From “Minot Magic” To Tucson “Sunsets And Saguaros” FMCA’s 100th convention was a fun-filled, educational event, and we now look forward to the 101st, set for March 26 through 29,…

  • Family Matters: Ramblin’ NoDaks Chapter Celebrates 25 Years

    Rally highlights included tours, presentations, and sharing of memories. By Gene Grimm, F365986, Chapter President October 2019 Days of heavy rains gave way to glorious sunshine during the Ramblin’ NoDaks…

  • News & Notes: October 2019

    RV Resort Operator Starts Program To Save Honeybees RVC Outdoor Destinations has launched the BEECause program to help save declining populations of the honeybee, which is an important pollinator for…

  • Family Matters: Updating The Escape Pod

    A 25-year-old motorhome gets a much-needed makeover. By Steve Thomas, F453140 October 2019 There is a moment when you realize you have found the right one in life. I am…

  • RV Products: October 2019

    Foldable Electric Bike Hoofing it around the campground and beyond can wear a body out. So, consider hopping on an electric bike, such as the EB5 from Swagtron. You can…

  • Deer Creek Motorcoach Resort

    Owners and renters at this Type A resort revel in the many delights of the Blue Ridge Mountains. By Rod Challenger, F412856 October 2019 The Blue Ridge Parkway is a…

  • Readers Write: October 2019

    Updates To “2019 Towing Lineup” The 2019 Chevrolet Malibu is not flat towable, according to GM officials. Initially, the 2019 Malibu owners manual specified that the vehicle, when equipped with…

  • Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems

    A TPMS can help RVers avoid the dangers of underinflated and overheated tires. By Mark Quasius, F333630 October 2019 RV tires perform best when inflated to the proper air pressure.…

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    Autumn color enhances the amazing beauty of this park located along Lake Michigan. By Sally Weigand October 2019 Sleeping Bear Dunes is a whimsical name for a superb vacation spot.…

  • Family Matters: Bay Travelers Chapter Marks Its Silver Anniversary

    Members enjoyed good food, fun activities, and fine company. By Barbara Anderson, F50622 October 2019 Members of the Bay Travelers celebrated the chapter’s 25th anniversary at a rally from May…

  • Towing A Towable RV

    The know-how needed to pull a conventional travel trailer or a fifth-wheel begins with learning the lexicon. By Lazelle Jones October 2019 Before you hit the road with a conventional…

  • Fredericksburg Offers Up Texas-Size Memories

    Through the life and times of a U.S. president, a salute to World War II, and simple Sunday houses, visitors glean many glimpses into the past. By Diane Morey Sitton…

  • Tech Talk E-Newsletter — September 2019

    Whether you are winding down from a busy summer RV travel season or gearing up for autumn outings, or even heading to warmer climes soon, check out information about RV…

  • Recalls

    Daimler Trucks North America 19V-548: Certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles manufactured from June 13, 2018, to July 15, 2019, and equipped with a certain 40K lightweight extra-duty AirLiner suspension and…

  • Ask The RV Doctor: September 2019

    Confounding Wood Sapping Maybe you or one of your readers can figure this out. I have a 2014 Winnebago Forza. As you can see in the pictures, white stuff started…

  • Family Matters: Where’s The Wedding? Follow The Winnebago

    September 2019 Many memorable moments make up a wedding day, and that was true on June 28, 2019, when FMCA’s assistant controller, Brian Bacik, married Stephanie Long in the Cincinnati…

  • Readers Write: September 2019

    “Family Matters” Correction The August 2019 “Meet The Family” feature in the “Family Matters” column introduced readers to Alan and Paula Grissom, F484042 (page 72). However, instead of the Grissoms’…

  • Intro To RV Entertainment Systems

    Technology offers RVers various choices for media content and how it’s delivered. By Mark Quasius, F333630 September 2019 RVing offers the allure of getting away from it all, but that…

  • FMCA Update: September 2019

    Am I A Past Or A Present? FMCA national president Jon Walker reflects on his time in office: the accomplishments and the people he and his wife, Sondra, have met…

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