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  • Tech Tip: June 2019

    Flip-Up Storage Space Many RV dinette chairs have at least a 4-inch-deep space under the cushions. If that’s the case, the seats can be modified to make a storage compartment.…

  • Family Matters: California FMCA HMC Marks 30 Years

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  • Three Men Who Made Medora

    A French marquis, a future president, and a man who sold bubble bath are credited with making this North Dakota town what it is today. By Anna Lee Braunstein June…

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  • Livin’ The Life: June 2019

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  • RV Products: June 2019

    Awning Room Maybe you need room to rumba, or just extra space in which to relax. Carefree of Colorado’s Vacation’r awning room adds covered living space next to your RV.…

  • Rear View: June 2019

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  • Farm And City In Fargo

    Fargo, North Dakota, and nearby Moorhead, Minnesota, offer museums, sports, historical attractions and more, all tucked into one of North America’s largest agricultural regions. By Scooter Pursley June 2019 In…

  • Readers Write: June 2019

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  • Recalls

    Entegra Coach 19V-175: Certain 2019 Esteem motorhomes manufactured from January 15, 2019, to February 6, 2019. The parking brake cable ends may be too small, allowing the cable to disconnect,…

  • A Boon For RV Batteries

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  • Family Matters: First-Night Memories

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  • RV Products: May 2019

    Rocking Chair You probably loved being rocked as a baby, so why not rock your way to better relaxation as an adult? The RoadTrip Rocker, from GCI Outdoor, is full…

  • Magical Minot

    Enchanting things to see, taste, and do while in Minot, North Dakota, for FMCA’s 100th International Convention and RV Expo. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor May 2019 FMCA members will…

  • News & Notes: May 2019

    Thor’s Erwin Hymer Purchase Excludes North American Unit Thor Industries Inc. completed its acquisition of Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) on February 1, 2019. The deal created the world’s largest RV…

  • Livin’ The Life: May 2019

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  • RV Fire Safety

    Making a plan and having the proper equipment can help to avert disaster. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 An RV fire can quickly lead to devastating damage; injury; or,…

  • Readers Write: May 2019

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  • Newmar Bay Star 3226

    This gasoline-powered motorhome checks many boxes in the comfort and convenience categories. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 Newmar is widely known for its high-quality diesel-pusher motorhomes. However, that same…

  • A Peach Of A Time

    FMCA’s 99th International Convention and RV Expo received high marks from many attendees as being one of the association’s best ever.  By Robbin Gould, Editor Photos by Lindsay Prince, Graphic…

  • FMCA Update: May 2019

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  • 2020 Travel Lite Evoke

    The company has entered the full-size travel trailer market with lightweight, aerodynamic units designed to be the next generation of RVs. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 From their private-jet-inspired…

  • Family Matters: Meet The Family

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  • Cooking On The Go: Canadian Fare

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  • Rear View: May 2019

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  • Newmar Service Center

    A recently opened state-of-the-art facility accommodates Newmar owners in a pleasant, comfortable environment. By Mark Quasius, F333630 May 2019 To most RV owners, service is a major concern. As RVs…

  • Family Matters: A Cajun Valentine’s Celebration

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  • Chapter Spotlight: Ramblin’ NoDaks

    This chapter will welcome fellow FMCA members to Minot, North Dakota. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor May 2019 This summer, thousands of FMCA members will flock to Minot, North Dakota,…

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  • Recalls

    Daimler Vans USA LLC 19V-121: Certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VS30 vehicles manufactured from August 1, 2018, to January 4, 2019, and equipped with LED rear fog lights. The lights may…

  • Road Trip Tools

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  • Winnebago Revel

    Built on a four-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis, this Type B motorhome helps active outdoor enthusiasts to fulfill their quest for exploration and enjoyment. By Mark Quasius, F333630 April 2019 Winnebago…

  • Louisville: City Of Champions

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  • Rockwood Signature Ultra Lite Fifth-Wheel

    This towable RV from a division of Forest River provides a full array of amenities and construction features in a lighter-weight package. By Robbin Gould, Editor April 2019 Last year,…

  • Stalking The Great White Heron

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  • Oh Buoy, Can This Guy Ski!

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  • Tech Tips: April 2019

    Water Saver We don’t want our RV’s gray-water tank to fill quickly when we are camping without a sewer connection. So, when we are doing dishes, washing hands, or the…

  • RV Products: April 2019

    Aerosol Lubricant Fin Super is an all-purpose, dry-film lubricant and protectant from Interflon USA (www.interflonusa.com). It features the company’s MicPol technology, which reduces additives to microscopic particles that can penetrate…

  • News & Notes: April 2019

    Ron Lee Was Integral Part Of Country Coach’s Success Ron Lee, who helped grow Country Coach into one of the top luxury motorhome manufacturers, died January 19, 2019. He was…

  • Livin’ The Life: April 2019

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  • Chapter Spotlight: Niagara Frontier Travelers

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