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We wanted to end our epic three-week road trip through the Midwest on a high note, and we wanted to see Yogi, Cindy, Boo-Boo, and Ranger Smith one more time before the summer ended.  So after spending 11 days exploring the coastline of Lake Michigan we checked in to the Barton Lake Jellystone in Northern […]

Many people approach RV shopping with lists of must-have items and no-go deal breakers. These lists might include outdoor kitchen, extra storage, rig length, or solar readiness. But in our experience talking with RV owners, there are some very important features that people don’t think about until they are out traveling in their rig. We […]

There’s no time like summer to get out and see the country, and camping Illinois is one of the best ways to enjoy both rural wilderness and the vast expanse of the prairies, all in one trip. Campers tend to travel an average of 186.7 miles for their trips, and Illinois has more than 57,900 […]

I was huddled behind an old broken down bus with my sons Max and Theo, along with our new friends and campsite neighbors John and his son Austin.  It was almost dark. We were locked in an intense laser tag battle. The other team had us surrounded. It was time to make a move or […]

Have you joined in on the Instagram craze yet? We think it’s the perfect social media hub for the RV enthusiast. Even if you can’t RV 24/7, looking at campers in pretty locations is almost as good.   Signing up for Instagram is easy, but finding great accounts to follow can be tricky. Here are […]

When it comes to family vacations, there are so many fun activities to choose from. For Americans, however, camping is at the top of the list. In 2010, approximately 40 million people took a camping trip, for a total of 515 million outings. Fast forward to 2014 – the American Camper Report revealed that 40.1 […]

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Quarryville, Pennsylvania is one of the most impressive resort-style campgrounds in the Northeast.  If your family is looking for a camping experience with off-the-hook amenities and non-stop activities then this is the place.  We pulled in on a Friday afternoon and didn’t leave the campground until checkout on Monday morning. […]

So, you want to go camping. It is a wonderful idea really — camping is an affordable, easy, and extremely enjoyable way to enjoy the great outdoors, your time off, and your family and friends. Indeed, in 2010 alone, approximately 40 million people went camping for a total of 515 million outings. Once you’ve made […]

It’s almost Father’s Day, and the last thing your dad needs is another tie. But what to get for the guy who has everything? We have compiled a list of great gear for the RV dad or granddad in your life. Read on to find that gadget that Pop can’t live without…   Truma LevelCheck, […]

Many new RVs are decorated in a neutral color palette, making it simple to add your own personal style highlights. But where do you start? We recommend some easy and affordable additions to personalize your RV that will make it truly feel like a home away from home. Pick a single pop or highlight color […]