Motorhomers are an inquisitive bunch. Just step in one of the seminar rooms at any FMCA Family Reunion and observe learning sessions in progress. You might not want to leave. FMCA’s knowledgeable seminar presenters expound on subjects that can enlighten and entertain their motorhoming audiences for hours.
Ninety minutes or so from Perry, Georgia, where FMCA members will soon meet for the association’s 93rd Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase, March 17-20, is a part of Georgia that no history buff or nature lover should miss. It’s filled with American heritage, the great outdoors, and nature’s wildest creatures.
Wildlife photography was once the sole domain of serious professionals, typically young men in their 20s and 30s who were rugged enough to trek heavy equipment deep into the wilderness. Modern digital photography and auto-focus lenses have changed that picture dramatically.
The Battle of Picacho Pass is best described as a skirmish when compared to other, large-scale engagements of the Civil War. But it does hold the distinction of being the westernmost fight in the war, and the losses were no less devastating to the soldiers' families than they were for families of men killed in larger battles east of the Mississippi.
The Dynamax Isata 5 Series motorhome debuted at the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s California RV Show in October 2015. A static display of the 36DS, a 36-foot double-slideout prototype, was more than just well received by attendees.
I chose a compass-temperature system manufactured by American Technology Components Inc., based in Elkhart, Indiana. I’ve installed these products in my motorhomes in the past, and I wanted something larger and easier to see than the small display that was in our current coach’s dash entertainment system.
Tennessee, the Volunteer State, spreads a sumptuous feast for RV travelers who seek adventures in cuisine. Trolling for traditional recipes in the mountains of East Tennessee took me from the vibrant restaurant scene in downtown Knoxville to cookstoves in log cabins and iron kettles simmering over campfires.
Heated Insoles
Oily Electrolyte
First, you hear it. An extraordinarily loud, primeval “whucker, whucker, whucker!” The sound fills the forest. Then, you see it. A big, black-and-white bird with a vivid red head crest flies through the trees and eventually rests on a branch.
The glories of desert treasure described by famed environmentalist Edward Abbey in his 1968 book are part of the reason Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is worthy of exploration.
Warmth will always make Florida a popular state for RVers in winter. But which Florida town is best for exploration? St. Augustine gets my vote for the best merger of beaches and fascinating history.
Visitors to Savannah, Georgia, encounter Southern-style warmth and hospitality, akin to spending time with an old friend. The distinctive moss-draped trees, antebellum homes, and horse-drawn carriages help to give one the relaxed and comfortable impression that there’s no rush here.
From 2009 to 2013, an average of 5,540 fires a year involved motorhomes and other recreational vehicles, according to estimates provided by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). On average, those fires killed 36 people and injured 135 annually.
Some have joked that when it comes to RVing, “roughing it” means having the worst possible Wi-Fi reception in the campground. However you personally define the term, it likely won’t apply to the 2016 American Eagle by American Coach, manufactured by REV Recreation Group (formerly Allied Recreation Group).
A guide to 2016-model-year vehicles that manufacturers have indicated can be recreationally towed behind a motorhome without significant modifications.
When our son was a youngster, my father bought him a small sailboat so he could “roam and explore” our lake. I thought I would do the same thing for our grandsons. So, I went down to our local kayak specialty store …
Whether you have winterized your motorhome and are staying put, or you are a road warrior getting ready for that next great adventure, I’d like to share some end-of-the-year tips with you to make the holidays a little less stressful.
Parts For Smartire Systems
Dear Editor:
Regarding the article titled “Tire Monitoring Systems” in the September 2015 issue (page 46), please inform readers that SmarTire systems still can be repaired. My SmarTire system stopped working …
Battery Charging Revisited
I am writing in response to a question from John Billups in the May 2015 “Tech Talk” column (“Battery Charging,” page 18). The 12-volt house batteries on his diesel pusher were charging only when …
Entegra Coach has announced NHTSA recall 15V-567, which involves certain model-year 2010 Anthem and 2012-2014 Cornerstone motorhomes manufactured from …
Broken Water Heater Drain Plug
Dear RV Doctor:
I attended your waste management seminar at FMCA’s Family Reunion in Pomona and learned several good tips. Thank you! We are full-timers in a 2012 Winnebago Adventurer with …
Camera Bag Insert
Your favorite backpack or handbag might not be ideal for protecting camera gear. But you can still carry your camera equipment in the bag of your choosing by using a BYOB insert …
With 40 active families, the Gold Diggers chapter is a relatively small group. Perhaps because of that, everyone knows and enjoys each other immensely. If we don’t see someone at one rally …
FMCA held its first national convention at Fort Ticonderoga in Ticonderoga, New York, in July 1964. Two months later, a group of motor-coach-owning friends from the six New England states, as well as …
The Rocky Mountain chapter held three rallies in southwestern Colorado in 2015. FMCA members were lured by the fabled Rocky Mountains and their valleys, which are a big draw during the summer months.
This Spartan-based diesel pusher has undergone a redesign for the 2016 model year.
Winnebago Era 4×4 Debuts At Hershey
The Era 4×4, the first Sprinter chassis-based off-road motorhome from Winnebago Industries, made its debut in September 2015 at America’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
I’ve written before about our travel style, which might best be described as serendipity, or just seeing what we come across and stopping whenever something interests us.
Websites and apps offer services that plan meals, do odd jobs, pay bills, and much more.
Describe a stop you’ve made for fresh, local produce that you enjoyed during a motorhome trip.
St. Charles, Missouri’s annual Christmas Traditions festival celebrates the season with stories and song.
We had visited every U.S. state in an RV except Hawaii. That all changed when we flew to the Hawaiian island of Oahu for a travel writers’ conference.
Space Saver
I almost never use the ladder attached to the rear of my motorhome. The ladder has an extension that must be removed and stored when we travel. But the …
Get rich in travel experiences by visiting the many attractions awaiting you before and after FMCA’s 93rd Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase in Perry, Georgia.