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Discounts Guide 2008-2009 This annual directory will save you a ton of money. Learn about thousands of senior discounts throughout the USA. Most are not publicized elsewhere. National and local businesses are listed. Learn more or order. Editor's Corner By guest editor Jim Twamley RVing forces you This week I've been climbing the chocolate-colored hills around Yuma, Arizona. They look hot and desolate yet are teeming with life. Ascending the crest of a rocky slope, I came across a blaze of color. Here, among the unfriendly rocks blooms some of the most glorious color you'll see in the desert. A cactus flower, visited by hummingbird and bee, provides both beauty and nourishment in this most desolate place.
In the valley below RVers enjoy warmth and leisure. They have broken free, for the moment, from demanding lifestyles which can so easily overwhelm. Like the cactus flower, they are thriving in the desert, replenishing themselves before they must return to the demands of civilization. Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing RVtravel.com editor Chuck Woodbury will return soon. OPEN HOUSE Attention Western Washington RVers Big Rig Campground Directory now available on CD-ROM Get an email alert for upcoming issues of this newsletter. It only takes 20 seconds to sign up. Your email address is never sold or shared with outsiders. No exceptions!  SAVE BIG! Radio on the Road This great directory lists more than 15,000 AM and FM stations in the U.S by state, city, and broadcast format, plus a complete listing of National Public Radio stations. 82% off - retail price $16.95. Now only $2.99! 2008 RV Show Schedule
UPDATED THIS MONTH: Learn about RV shows through the spring of 2008. Check in here to learn when shows will be held in your area.  Kentucky is next stop for Life on WheelsThe best place to learn about RVing is by attending a Life on Wheels Conference, held at various college campuses around the USA. The next conference is May 7-10 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. RVbookstore.com is a proud sponsor of this fine educational program. Learn more at LifeOnWheels.com.  Stay free in Wal-Mart parking lotsLearn where to find Wal-Marts, most of which allow RVers to stay overnight for free in their parking lots. It's not "camping," but it's free. Get driving directions to every store in the USA. New in the 2007 edition: Stores that sell diesel fuel! Retail price $24.95. Order Now at our Everyday Low Price of only $19.98 -- the best price anywhere! And pack along an inexpensive guide to Wal-Marts that do NOT allow you to stay overnight.
Grim news on the fuel front The price of gasoline usually increases this time of year for several reasons: low refinery output due to maintenance, a switch from winter to pricier summer blends, and the looming high-demand summer driving season. Why have diesel prices jumped so high? Jim Twamley has the answer. CUT YOUR RV EXPENSES: Remember: one way to stretch your RVing dollar is to take advantage of free and inexpensive camping opportunities. FreeCampgrounds.com is your best source of these locations. 
Fifth Wheel Bible This is the first and only book devoted to fifth wheel travel trailers. It covers everything about these RVs: Buying, towing, operating and enjoying them. Learn more or order. Recent RV recalls Each month we list the latest recalls of RVs at RVtravel.com. Here are the most recent ones: February -- January -- December -- November -- October -- September -- August -- July Get the latest news about RVing at RV News Service.  The 2008 Trailer Life RV Road Atlas Besides showing highways and other roads, this large-format road atlas shows more than 10,000 campgrounds, plus RV service centers, tourist attractions and 1,600 state parks, plus a special Tech Tips section. Learn more or order for only $16.95. (Cover price, $29.95) Reduce the chance of a fire in your RV Fire! It's a four-letter word no RVer wants to hear with the exclamation mark attached. What can you do to reduce the chances of having to deal with a fire in your RV? Here are some tips to keep in mind. Movie star loves his motorhome, but don't call it an "RV!" Find out about a Hollywood star who thinks RVing is one of the greatest pastimes in the world. But learn what happens when someone calls his rig an "RV." SAVE BIG MONEY AT RV PARKS. Pay only half-price! Save 50% on camping fees at 1,200 RV parks across the USA and Canada. The Happy Camper Club is the premiere half-price camping club. No contract. Get your money back in only two or three nights! Learn more or join for only $49.95 a year. Which RV site are you going to choose here? No doubt you've seen different types of RV communities in your travels, but chances are you've never camped at one like this. Click here.  RVers explain why high prices don't stall their travelsGas and diesel prices are at all time highs. But RVers just keep going and going. Why? Listen to a few RVers explain why in this news segment from a Florida TV station. Explorer RV Insurance Country singer relies on biodiesel in his motorhome Guess which country singer uses biodiesel in his motorhome? If fuel prices keep rising at the pump, a lot of us will be switching to biodiesel eventually. This famous RVer doesn't need to save money, but his use of biodiesel is making a statement. Click here. Let's sleep on it: the value of RV beds "To sleep, perhaps to dream," says Shakespeare's Hamlet in a famous scene from the play. We all want a good night's sleep, but can an RV bed supply it? Read blogger Jim Twamley's thoughts on the subject. Click here. Things to check before buying an RV Here are some things to check when buying an RV. Each is important. Take the time to do these things and in doing so you will help ensure you get an RV that will work for you, not against you! Read more. Published last month. . . THE guide for Alaska-bound RVers!  is THE guide to visiting Alaska This is THE mile-by-mile guidebook for RV or auto travelers headed to Alaska, the Yukon Territory, British Columbia, Alberta and the Northwest Territories. If you only take one guidebook to Alaska, take this! Learn more or order at a discount price. This Week's Reader Survey In your last year of RVing, about what percentage of time were you within 100 miles of home? Answer here. Last week's survey question Past reader surveys and results. Bargains at RVbookstore.com Low, low prices. Save up to 80% and even more! NEW ARRIVALS at RVbookstore.com.Check them out  Essential for Fulltimers!2008 Selecting An RV Home Base For would-be fulltimers, which state to establish an official home base is critical. Picking the wrong state can result in paying thousands of dollars extra each year in taxes or RV registration fees. Don't let that happen! This best selling guidebook is an essential planning tool. Learn more or order. 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Winnebago shareholders not happy campers Shares of Winnebago Industries Inc. stock fell to its lowest closing price in nearly five years on Thursday after the company reported a 67% drop in second-quarter earnings. According to Bloomberg, Winnebago shares ended the day down $1.62, or 8.2%, at $18.24 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading -- the lowest closing price since May, 2003. High cost of RVing got you down? Save on camping with these resources --DVD: Working On The RV Road. -- Book: The Complete Guide to Boondock RVing. -- Book: Guide to RV-Friendly Casinos. -- Book: "Wal-Mart "No Overnight Parking" Stores. -- Book: Guide to Free Campgrounds:West edition. East edition And don't forget to check out RV BOOKS FOR LESS THAN $9.99 Smile and laugh at the lighter side of RVing When RVers gather around a campfire, they often trade amusing stories about their RVing. After all, the smiles RVing brings are part of the fun. Now you can read some of those stories and view RV-related cartoons on a website that emphasizes the lighter side of RVing. More info. Well-known RVer dies Dave Baleria, known to many RVers as an instructor at Life on Wheels and an active member of many RV forums, passed away suddenly earlier this month. We know he will be missed throughout the RV community.  Most new RVs have convection ovens, which cook faster but can frustrate users. This book features 225 recipes designed specifically for convection ovens and includes information on converting your own recipes, menu suggestions, and cookware recommendations. Learn more or order.
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Why a cheap RV may be best for you. Or not! Not all RVs are created equal. The one with the cheapest construction may be just fine for the occasional weekend camper, but a rig with sturdier construction would serve the avid or full-time RVer far better. Which type of rig is best for you? Here are some tips.  2008 Big Rigs Best Bets Campground DirectoryIf you drive a king-sized RV, this directory is for you. The authors provide details about RV parks throughout the USA and six Canadian Provinces where RVs 32 feet and longer are welcome. Learn which campsites are best, local attractions and if WiFi Internet access is available. A must for owners of large RVs. Learn more or order. NOW AVAILABLE AS A EASILY NAVIGABLE CD-ROM. Learn more Trivia. . . In 1998, more fast-food employees were murdered on the job than police officers.  Bella Terra means "Beautiful Land"and that's exactly what this RV Resort is! The Gulf Coast's first 5-star master planned RV Resort. Five minutes away from the beautiful sugar-white sands of the Gulf of Mexico, Bella Terra is poised to set the standard for outdoor RV resorts. See for yourself. Drinking on the job? At this company, yes! Need to work a bit on the road to maintain your RV lifestyle? Here's a company you're familiar with but probably never considered working for. It offers nice benefits -- especially if you like coffee. Take a look. Coil your RV water hose without twists or kinks Trying to coil an RV water hose can be as frustrating as folding a fitted bed sheet. There's still no way to neatly fold a fitted sheet (Martha Stewart says so!), but with this handy device you can roll up your water hose in tidy, symmetrical coils that will make you look like an RV pro. Watch the video.  Good Stuff from the Good Sam ClubJoin the Club: $19 a year . Save on camping fees plus free RV magazine. Continuing Service Plan: No More Major Repair Bills! Get a Fast Quote RV Emergency Road Service: Special Low Rate! Join Today.  Fire Safety Tip from Mac McCoy Deadly, invisible, odorless CO usually results from exhaust leaks or misuse of heating devices. Be sure to put your CO detector in the bedroom. The proper location is on the ceiling or on an inside wall at least eight inches from the ceiling and at least four feet from the floor.  ROADTREK MOTORHOMES The Fuel Efficient Motorhomes You'll Love to Drive! Learn all about them here. Great Reading in our RV Travel Blogs FEATURED BLOGS: RVs in the News Wheel Life Celebrity RVer The RV Kitchen Eco RVing Great RV Stuff Working on the RV Road Boondocking RV Short Stops RVing Quartzsite Casino RV Camping Fulltime RVer See the complete lineup of RV Travel blogs Books and DVDs about Fulltime RVing Largest selection in the World. RELATED PRODUCT: DVD: Extended & Full-time RV Travel Looking for new recipes? 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Then be sure to read last week's issue of the Full Time RVer newsletter. It's just a click away. Paying too much for your RV Insurance? Click here for a free quote from Good Sam VIP. Check out our RV Travel Forum discussions Kooler Aire: Has anyone tried this thing Making the Banks plunge Don't believe the salesman? Is class III hitch possible on a popup trailer? Pulling a 5th wheel  This best-selling directory lists RV services at truck stops free "camping," dumps, Internet, propane, repair services & more. Truck stops offer more to RVers than ever. Let this best selling book be your guide. Learn more or order. Oops! Motorhome driver miscalculates Operating an RV is not hard, but you do have to think ahead before taking action. Asking yourself questions helps: Can we fit into that parking space? Can the trailer handle the high winds on the freeway? Can the transmission get us up that steep hill? See what happened when this RVer either neglected to ask the appropriate question or came up with the wrong answer. Click here. Terrific books & DVDs from RVbookstore.com Book: RVers Guide to Dump Stations Bill's Hints Find Free RV Campgrounds Casino news for gaming fans in California Add a spa to your RVing lifestyle
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On days when the sky is blue and the sun touches your skin, RVers look for any excuse to get outside. In your heart stirs a longing to break free and launch out in your RV to places that are wild and refreshing. You envision camping next to a quiet meadow with a cold brook running through it or by a mountain lake. Even places of solitude are full of life offering a chance to catch your breath and relax outdoors.
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