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The Top 23 FAQ’s About RVs

1. What do the initials RV stand for? RV is an abbreviation for recreational vehicle. If you’re new to the world of RV’s, the amount

Northern Spirit: A Brand Tailored for the Modern RV Adventurer

It is often said that the character of a people is shaped by their geography. For Canadians, the vast northern landscape, with its varied terrain of craggy coastlines, immense inland seas, rolling grasslands and majestic mountains, fosters a sense of independence, resilience, a profound appreciation for nature and a boundless desire for adventure.

Winter RVing: Your Guide to Year-Round Adventures

There are many reasons to love living in Canada, but having four distinct seasons, each with its special charms, has to be one of them and, yes, that includes winter.

What’s New for 2025 in RV’s

Discover what’s new for RVs in 2025! Explore innovations like eco-friendly designs, advanced tech features, and enhanced comfort options. Lightweight travel trailers, luxury fifth wheels, and versatile motorhomes dominate the market. With steady growth in Canada and North America, now is the perfect time to find your dream RV. Visit your local RV Care dealer to learn more!

Tongue Jack Fundamentals Trailer Levelling and Stabilization

Ah, the lowly tongue jack. This is one device that doesn’t get the respect it deserves. But it’s no wonder because when it comes to RV products with ridiculous sounding names, this takes the cake! Nevertheless, despite the vaguely creepy nomenclature, a tongue jack is one product you definitely won’t want to leave home without.

Canada’s Top Pet-Friendly RV Parks

Explore Canada’s top pet-friendly RV parks! From dog-friendly trails in British Columbia to off-leash areas in Nova Scotia, find the perfect RV destination for you and your pet. Discover stunning parks across the country with amenities for your furry companions.

RVing with your Dog

Wondering if you should bring your dog camping? Dogs are natural happy campers! Learn about the history of camping with dogs, discover essential tips for safe travel, and explore RVs designed with pet-friendly features. Get ready for a fun, safe adventure with your furry companion!

Protect Your RV Year-Round with a Quality Cover

This blog explains how RV covers are a really a year-round necessity, not just a winter solution. They protect your RV from sun damage, rain, wind, as well as the harsh winter elements.

Canada’s Best Beaches

Discover Canada’s hidden beach gems! From warm waters and powdery sands to charming resorts, explore top beach destinations across the Great White North.

RV Caulking Guide

Learn how to properly caulk your RV to prevent water damage and maintain its integrity. This comprehensive guide covers tips, techniques, and the best products for sealing your RV’s joints, seams, and more.

Why Your Propane Refrigerator Struggles in Hot Weather: Solutions and Tips

Learn why your propane refrigerator underperforms in hot weather and discover practical tips and solutions to enhance its performance during summer.

Benefits of Sleep

Discover the vital benefits of quality sleep for a healthier lifestyle. Learn how sleep enhances productivity, immune function, and overall well-being.

Sustainable Swaps and Ideas for your RV Lifestyle

Enjoy the pristine outdoors while reducing your environmental impact. We’re sharing our best sustainable swaps and ideas for your RV lifestyle.

Mother’s Day Gift ideas for RV Moms

Surprise your RV loving mom with the perfect gift this Mother’s Day. Our top picks for giftable RV parts and accessories are sure to upgrade her RVing experience. She’ll be thanking you all summer long!

The Spring Cleaning Products You Need For Your RV

From powerful cleaning products to essential tank treatments, check these items off your spring cleaning shopping list.

E-Bikes: A Boomer’s Guide

What’s all the fuss about E Bikes? You see them everywhere, even in high end bike shops that sell ultra-sophisticated feather-light road racers that can cost $10,000 and up.

Upgrade Your Rig without Breaking the Bank

Fortunately, there are upgrades you can do to your ageing travel trailer or motorised RV that don’t cost an arm and a leg and can significantly enhance your comfort and convenience on the road.

Hidden Gems: Canada’s Lesser-Known Parks

Thankfully, Canada is also home to some hidden gems. Magical destinations that lie beyond the well-trodden paths of their more famous neighbours. Let us introduce some of them to you.

Shopping for a Pre-Owned RV

How to shop for a used RV. How to shop for a pre-owned RV.

RV & Travel Trailer Class Guide

If you’re new to the world of RVs and travel trailers, navigating your way through the multiple classes of vehicles can be a bit intimidating. Use our guide to learn about the important attributes that distinguish each class.

What’s new in RVs for 2024?

Just as technological innovation has dramatically impacted nearly every aspect of our lives, the world of recreational vehicles is evolving in many important and exciting ways.

10 Best Gifts for RV Owners

If you’ve got an avid RVer on your holiday shopping list, we’ve got plenty of ideas to share. From fun RV accessories that will make them smile to practical gifts that will make setting up camp a breeze, check out the 10 best gifts for RV owners.

Signs That it’s Time for a New RV

If you’re a homeowner, you understand that as your life evolves, so do your requirements for a home. The same calculus applies to your RV. Maybe it’s time for a new RV.

Best Fall destinations in Canada for RVing

Fall is a great time for RV adventures! We’re sharing a few of our favourite Fall RVing destinations across Canada.

How To Winterize your RV

Ready for the season change? As we head into fall, prepare your RV for the cold weather with these important steps.

How to Set Up your Outdoor Campsite Living Space

Ready to create a comfortable and inviting outdoor living space at the campground? From comfy seating to fun door mats, we’ve got all the outdoor living accessories you’ll need for relaxing and enjoying your time in nature.

Favourite Boondocking destinations in Canada

A fun, free way to RV, Boondocking is skipping the designated campgrounds and staying without hookups, whether that be in a big-box store parking lot or immersed in nature on Crown Land.

Upgrade Your RV Sleeping Space

Get a great night’s sleep in your RV with quality sleep essentials from RV Traveler’s Choice and a few of our best tips to create a sound sleep environment, from the perfect pillow to a perfectly level place to rest your head.

Skillet Camping Recipe Favourites

Over the campfire, the camp stove, or in the RV kitchen, a cast iron skillet is truly a versatile tool. Check out our recipes for a hearty Campfire Breakfast Strata to start your day at the campsite, and a sweet Campfire Peach Crisp to enjoy at the end of it.

How to Stabilize your RV

Stop the sway! Set up your RV for a comfortable stay by taking steps to minimize as much horizontal and vertical movement as possible.

Be Ready for Severe Weather Conditions While RVing

Weather the storm safely in your RV with these helpful tips.

Your Guide to Spring Break RVing

Spring break is almost here and we can’t wait to hit the road! If you’re RVing this season, check out our tips for a fun and comfortable adventure.

Tips For RVing at Provincial & National Parks

Stunning scenery, unspoiled wilderness, and access to popular recreational areas, we’re spoiled with so many amazing provincial and national parks all across Canada to explore. Check out our tips for RVing at these awesome campgrounds.

Making a 2023 RVing bucket List

A new year for new adventures. While summer evenings around the campfire still feel like a long way off, it’s the perfect time to start planning this year’s RV trips. Whether you’re looking to explore more off-the-beaten-path locations or find a truly classic experience, check out our tips and ideas for creating your own 2023 RVing bucket list.

Holiday Gift Ideas for Every RVer

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the RVers in your life? From practical gear to fun RV accessories, you’ll find everything you need

The Best Meals for Cold Weather RVing

Get cozy on a cold weather RV trip with warm comfort food. From a hearty breakfast to a hot nightcap, you’re going to want to add these to your camping meal plan.

8 Helpful RV Winter Storage Tips

Is your RV ready for its seasonal slumber? Check out our 8 helpful winter storage tips!

7 Awesome Fall RV Camping Destinations and Activities

Fall is a fantastic time for RV adventures. Temperatures may be dropping, but so are the bugs and crowds! Check out our roundup of 7 awesome fall RV camping destinations and activities.

Winterizing Procedure

Completely drain all the water from the system by opening the drains on your water heater, fresh water tank and any drain valves in your

Tips for frugal RV trips

You can RV on any budget! Check out our tips for planning a frugal RV trip. Double check your gear before you go It’s never

All The Best S’mores Combinations

No RV trip is complete without s’mores! Mix up the classic combination with these delicious options.

What RVers Need to Know About Potable Water

Keep your RV’s potable water system fresh, working smoothly, and free of contaminates with these tips.

Camp at these UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Canada

With stunning scenery and historical significance, these UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Canada offer great campgrounds in a spectacular setting.

Signs That it’s Time for a New RV

From life changes to rising fuel prices, your RV may no longer be working for your current situation. Read on for a few signs that

Ways to save on fuel while RVing

From simple maintenance to driving habits, these tips for improving your RV’s fuel economy will save money on your next adventure!

All the Perks of being an RV Care member

Being a member of the RV Care Network has many perks! From prioritized urgent travel repairs to campground discounts, check out all the benefits of your membership.

Travel securely! How to Stop Rattling In Your RV

Is that rattle and shake in every cupboard and storage space driving you crazy as you cruise down the highway? How and what you pack in your RV can minimize the bounce, check out our tips.

The best reasons to RV in the Spring

Spring is here and there’s no need to delay your first RV trip of the year any longer! Not convinced? We’re sharing the best reasons to head to the campground this season.

7 Tips for New RVers

Ready for the RV life? Check out our tips for new RVers, and set off on your first adventure prepared and set up for success!

What NOT to pack on your next RV trip

It’s so easy to overpack your RV, only to find your space cluttered and weighed down with unnecessary belongings. Check out our advice on what NOT to pack on your next trip.

6 ways to pass time on an RV road trip

From nostalgic audio books to capturing a photo diary, here’s how we like to pass time on an RV road trip.

Tips for RVing with your Cat

From where to hide the litter box to finding their favorite perch, provide a safe and comfortable RV environment for your cat with these tips!

Our RV Bucket List for 2022

New year, new adventures! While travel rules and restrictions have foiled many plans these past few years, we still love compiling a yearly list of RVing intentions and destinations for the next 12 months. Here are a few ideas from our 2022 RV Bucket List to help you create your own.

Ultimate Roundup of Winter RV Tips

From essential winter maintenance to advice on RVing in cold weather, we’re sharing a roundup of helpful winter RV tips!

RVing with your Dog

Are you planning to bring your dog along on their first RV trip? From safe travel tips to campground activities, check out our advice for a smooth and enjoyable journey for both of you!

Preparation and Travel Tips for Snowbirds

With the US boarder reopening to leisure travel, are you making plans to head south for a warmer winter? Before your snowbirding adventure begins, read through our advice on making plans, preparing your RV, and where to turn if you encounter trouble on the road.

Get your RV Ready for Fall Adventures

Before heading out for a fall adventure, don’t forget to stock your RV with warm bedding and comfort foods, and prepare your RV for cold weather. Check out our recommendations for getting your RV ready for an off-season trip.

RVing in harmony with wildlife

Follow these tips to enjoy your time in nature while keeping yourself and your pets safe, and keeping wildlife wild.

Perform a Pre-Trip Inspection

Perform a pre-trip inspection and travel with peace of mind. Pull away from your home or campsite knowing your RV is in good working order, and everything is secure for the journey.

Tips For Choosing the Perfect Campsite

You’ve picked the perfect campground, but how do you narrow down your choice of sites? Check out our tips for choosing the perfect campsite.

Laundry at the campground

If your RV didn’t come equipped with a washing machine, there are still plenty of ways to keep your clothes clean during extended RV trips. From handwashing to laundry services, check out these options for washing on the go.

Things to know before your first RV trip

Is this the year you embark on your very first RV trip? Before setting off, take some time to gather the know-how you need for a successful holiday.

8 Camping Breakfast Ideas

A great day camping starts with a delicious breakfast! From make-ahead sandwiches to decadent pancakes, try out some of these recipes on your next RV trip.

RV Safety Tips

From mechanical maintenance to medical precautions, there are steps you can take before hitting the road to prepare you for whatever mishaps may come your way. Stay safe with these tips for the whole family, pets included!

Components of the Essential RV Tool Kit

Beyond a basic hand tool kit, there are some helpful tools and gear that you don’t want to leave home without. From tools that will make tire changing quick and painless, to DIY supplies that will help you salvage your vacation and get you back to the dealership for a permanent fix, we’re sharing the specialized gear you should add to your RV tool kit. Start with a basic hand tool kit, and then add in our suggestions below.

Driving Tips for Large Motorhomes

Taking command of a large motorhome and guiding it out onto the road for the first time can be a bit nerve-wracking. Many first-time motorhome owners have only driven small vehicles, and the leap to a Class A motorhome seems enormous.

Campfire tips and tricks

Confidently build a campfire that burns consistently and safely with these campfire tips and tricks.

The benefits of an RV cover

This fall, after you’ve done your inspection, repairs, and cleaning and are ready to store your RV for the winter, the best next step is to cover it up. If your RV normally spends the season exposed to the elements, we think it’s time to explore the many benefits of investing in an RV cover.

Tips for Planning a Great RV Trip Route

Want to take an RV road trip adventure, but don’t know where to start? Check out our tips for planning a great RV trip route.

How to keep your RV cool this summer

With heatwaves rolling through the country, keep your RV cool while camping with these tips!

When and how to use a power cord adapter

Home or campground electrical connections don’t always match your RV’s electrical system, and that’s when a power cord adapter comes in handy.

GETTING YOUR RV IN TIP-TOP SHAPE

1 OPEN ALL DOORS AND COMPARTMENTS AND CHECK FOR RODENT INTRUSION AND WATER DAMAGE. 2OPEN ALL DOORS AND COMPARTMENTS AND CHECK FOR RODENT INTRUSION AND

Tips for cooking over a campfire

Food just tastes better cooked over the campfire, don’t you agree? If you haven’t cooked over a fire before, or haven’t had much success in the past, read on for our tips, tricks, and meal ideas for cooking over a campfire.

Campground etiquette

Campground etiquette is about being a good neighbour and taking care of the beautiful surroundings we’re there to enjoy. Here are the campground etiquette rules we follow to ensure everyone enjoys their time, and our campsites are left even better than we found them.

RV Packing Tips & Tricks

It’s tempting to fill your RV with everything you think you’re going to need, as well as everything you think may be nice to have “just in case,” but as you travel you’ll find that extra stuff is only weighing you down, literally and figuratively! We’re sharing some tips on how to avoid over packing, but not forget anything important.

RV Maintenance: Caulking & Sealing Tips

All sealants have a lifetime. Over time, it will start to dry out, UV rays will wear it down, all the moving and shaking from rough country roads will cause cracking, and eventually, if unchecked, will start allowing water in.

Spring RV Maintenance Advice Roundup

Spring is officially here, the weather is slowly warming, and we can’t wait to get back out on the road. To get your season off to a great start, we’ve rounded up all of our spring RV maintenance advice!

Planning and Preparing for an extended RV Trip

If you’re planning to take a long RV trip this summer, whether that be a few weeks or several months, make sure you leave home completely prepared. From packing everything you’ll need, to leaving your home secure, we’re sharing our tips for planning an extended RV trip.

Camping Recipe Roundup: Fresh Spring Flavours

Fresh and flavourful, we’ve rounded up some great recipes that bring spring to the campsite. Try one out on your next RV trip! Spinach Frittata

Spring Garden Ideas for Full-Time RVers

If you love to garden, RV living doesn’t have to mean leaving your plantsbehind.Mobile container gardening isperfect for full-time RV living or life on the road, so check out our ideas and tips for growing on the go.

Pamper Your Pet While RVing

Keep your pets happy and safe while they enjoy the RV lifestyle! From pet-friendly RV features to travel pet supplies, here are some of our top tips and tricks for traveling with your furry companions.

What to ask when shopping for an RV

When shopping for an RV, there are seemingly endless options out there, and the question of which is best has a different answer for every RVer. Narrow down your choices by asking yourself and/or your salesperson these questions.

RV Towing Safety Tips to Remember

Before you hit the open road with your RV, one of the important things to keep in mind is towing safety. Whether you’re towing a fifth-wheel behind a pick-up or hitching a vehicle or trailer to the back of your RV, there are a number of precautions to take.

Work Out the Bugs with a Pre-season Road Trip

The first trip of the year is often when issues arise, after an RV has been in storage all winter-long. So how do you prevent unexpected problems from ruining your vacation? After you’ve de-winterized and done your spring maintenance, we recommend taking a pre-season road trip.

How to De-winterize your RV

De-winterizing is an important task of reversing the winterizing process you went through in the fall, and getting your RV back in working order. You do not want to leave this to the last minute.

Budgeting for an RV Vacation

What do you need to account for when setting a budget for your next RV vacation? From fuel to firewood, read on for the expenses you may need to consider.

The Best RV Cleaning Products for Fall

Your RV has put in a lot of work over the summer, gathering dirt and grime along the way, so it’s time for a good fall cleaning, especially if your RV is heading for winter storage. Arm yourself with these powerful RV Care Approved cleaning products that will get the job done!

Our favourite winter RV activities

Have a winter adventure in your RV! From skiing to ice fishing, there are so many great cold weather activities to enjoy. Read on for a few of our favourites, plus a link to our winter RVing advice.

Harvest time RV road trips

Leaves are changing colours and the fall harvest is in progress across the country, so hit the road in your RV to enjoy the beauty and bounty this season has to offer. We’ve rounded up some fall RV adventure ideas.

RVing with the larches this fall

If you’re a fan of autumn foliage and have yet to enjoy the beauty of larches in the fall, it’s time to plan an RV road trip to see them. The larch trees look like evergreens in spring and summer, but turn golden yellow and then lose their needles in the fall. In their golden stage, standing out against surrounding evergreens, they are a spectacular sight to see. Read on for our recommendations of a few great places to RV with the larches!

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