A brief history of fire lookouts in America
By Cheri Sicard Fire lookouts, or towers, hold a special place on America’s public lands. They began as practical tools for spotting smoke, yet over time, they became symbols of forest protection, ...
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Was the first RV you purchased motorized or a towable?
Do you remember your first RV? You must!
Navigating RV roof replacement through insurance
By Dustin Simpson One of our readers, Ty, asked: “We have roof damage due to hail. Insurance has agreed to replace it, but I think it is a lowball settlement with labor cost being quoted at $125 pe...
2026 Celtic Rambler—a gorgeous and unusual European fifth wheel
At the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, Germany, Myles, of Myles RVs, came across something that still feels unusual in Europe: a true fifth wheel RV. Since this is the largest caravan and RV show in t...
Podcast 403: Spring RV Prep: De-Winterizing Tips Beyond the Water System
IIn episode 403 of the RV Miles podcast, Jason and Abby share spring RV prep tips that go beyond flushing the water system, including doing a nearby campground “spring shakedown” to wash the rig, c...
De-winterizing Your RV? Don’t Stop at the Water System
Dewinterizing your RV is about more than flushing the water lines. Here’s a simple spring checklist to help get your rig ready for the season.
New Book ‘To Catch a Fish’ Explores the Real Reason We Are Obsessed with Mystery in the Outdoors
In “To Catch a Fish,” author Mark Kurlansky explores the psychology behind fishing and the mystery of connecting with our unseen natural world.
The Strange History of the Spork, Backpacking’s Favorite Utensil
The journey to the titanium spork wound through Hollywood, forks with knives for handles, and a bizarre American craze for turtle soup.
Why Exercising Feels Harder in Your 40s—and How to Make It Feel Good Again
Aging is real, but decline isn’t automatic. The solution?
RV Travel Newsletter for Sunday, March 29, 2026
America’s Original RV Newsletter. Since 2001 Issue 1254 If you find this newsletter helpful, please consider supporting our work with a donation of your choice.
How useful are fifth wheel king pin stabilizers?
By Russ and Tiña De Maris One fifth wheel owner we know refuses to set foot in her fiver unless the front end is “supported” with a king pin stabilizer. She knows it’s nuts, but she’s afraid the tr...
Are Love’s RV Stops worth it? My honest experience on the road
If you’ve been on the road lately, you may have noticed that more and more Love’s Travel Stops are putting in accommodations for us RVers. In fact, many of you weighed in on a poll saying that you ...
Helpful RV gadgets for those with arthritis or weak hands
My mother-in-law could tear a large Las Vegas phone book in half. Really!
A remote desert highway crash showed us a hard truth: Help isn’t always quick to arrive
If you travel the kinds of remote desert highways RVers know well, a desert highway crash isn’t something you expect to come upon—but it’s something you should be ready for. We were still thinking ...
U.S. national parks designations explained
By Cheri Sicard New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia is known for hiking, climbing, paddling, and even base jumping. Until recently, it was called New River Gorge National Ri...
Letter to the editor: Solo travel is booming, but many RVers aren’t ready to go alone
We recently received this message from reader Susan L. Coincidentally, around the same time, we came across new research showing that solo travel is on the rise.
Does your RV or tow vehicle have a wackeldackel on its dash?
Think back. Did your car, truck, or motorhome ever feature a wackeldackel?
When RVing, how often do you cook over a campfire?
Oh, come on. Is camping even fun without a campfire?
Free museums across the U.S., and where to camp nearby
One of the best parts of RV travel is stumbling into places that feel like a win before you even walk through the door. Free museums definitely fall into that category.
Cool RV Tools: Meet the Spider Tool Holster BitGripper
By Dustin Simpson These “cool tools” are tools and gadgets that we actually use in the RV industry! We also believe they will be helpful to you.
Those with a Permanent Disability Can Get a Free Lifetime Parks Pass. Here’s How.
What to know about the free lifetime National Parks Access Pass for people with a permanent disability. The post Those with a Permanent Disability Can Get a Free Lifetime Parks Pass.
Moab Opened 200 Miles of Trail to E-Bikes. I Was One of the First to Ride Them (Legally).
The world’s most iconic mountain bike destination just opened 200 miles of singletrack to electric bikes. From saving a veteran racer’s career to turning brutal climbs into a "turbo-charged" cruise...
RV Travel Newsletter for Saturday, March 28, 2026
America’s Original RV Newsletter. Since 2001 Issue 1254 If you find this newsletter helpful, please consider supporting our work with a donation of your choice.
7 Tips for Camping With Kids Without Losing Your Mind
Camping with kids can feel overwhelming, but it does not have to be. These seven practical family camping tips can help make your next trip smoother, less stressful, and a lot more fun.