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September 6th, 2010 by admin

by theclyde

Managing Your RV Camp Power for Greater Efficiency

For all those who love to camp on their RVs, it is very essential that they also know how to manage their RV camp power. This is because only continued and smooth power supply can guarantee an enjoyable stay whether you are camping for work or for leisure.

RV camp power management:
Nowadays, all commercial campgrounds provide a 30-amp outlet that your RV camp power cord can plug directly into. Most of the times, in campgrounds with a regular house type outlet, an adapter can be used with your 30-amp plug to make it work wonders. These outlets come both in 15- and 20-amp capacity. They are nowadays found almost everywhere from state parks to other public facilities.

RV camp power product variations:
Among the different RV camp power products are Plug Adapter Cord with different ampere capacity, Cheater Box Adapter Cord, RV Duty Y Adapter Cord, RV Power Adapter, Plug Extension Cord of varying capacities, Power Inlet, Power Outlet, RV Plug and Connector and Flush Mount RV Receptacle. This is however not an exhaustive list, you can get more and more products these days including customized ones to satisfy your special needs.

Getting RV camp power products online:
Most of the renowned names that deal with these products and other electrical appliances like twist locking cord sets have their online presence. And so, if you have special requirements, or have to replace your RV camp power system, you can log online and compare and contrast to avail quality and the best prices available for all your RV camp power product needs.

Though most of the RV camp power products are usually provided with your RVs, yet for always better to check them for better efficiency. So get only the best. To avail them you can try the online stores. Most of the companies manufacturing these products also produce as well as supply marine shore power appliances. However, it is better to have the basic knowledge of the electrical system in your RV. Hence, you must always take care to have a 120-volt AC power source to use home appliances like the microwave, roof air conditioner, and the refrigerator in your RV. Otherwise, everything else in the RV works off of 12-volt DC power. And yes, for extra safety you should also have adequate locking devices for all your electronic appliances.

Use your RV camp power devices wisely and you can never wrong in their management. And it is recommended that you carry a voltmeter with you to gauge the voltage at regular intervals for proper maintenance of your RV electrical appliances.

Our first time out with our Road Runner RV. Friday night at Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose. Hiking the next morning along the Paluxi River.

September 1st, 2010 by admin

Camco 57331 Olympian RV Wave-3 3000 BTU LP Gas Catalytic Heater

• An ideal primary or secondary heating source
• Wave-3 heaters operate on low pressure LP gas, and can be wall mounted or used as portables
• Equipped with a 100 percent safety shut-off valve to prevent accidental non-ignition fuel discharge
• Adjustable from 1600 to 3000 BTUs
• No electrical drain or battery connection

Camco Olympian RV Wave-3 3000 BTU LP Gas Catalytic Heater is an ideal primary or secondary heating source. This wave-3 heaters operate on low pressure LP gas, and can be wall mounted or used as portables. It is equipped with a 100 percent safety shut-off valve to prevent accidental non-ignition fuel discharge. The built-in automatic piezo electric spark starter will last for 20,000 starts. It requires no electrical drain or battery connection. This heater has a adjustable from 1600 to 3000 BTUs.

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July 31st, 2010 by admin

by stefan.klocek

Understanding the Need for Travel Trailer Basics and Rv Camping Basics

When you are thinking of buying a camping trailer or motor home, it is important that you get as many information about them as possible. The information that you get will help guide you on weighing the pros and cons.

It is important that you read many resources. Otherwise, deciding immediately on what is plainly presented to you by the sales representative may pose a problem afterwards. You might regret making the wrong decisions, wrong investments, wrong deals, and anything unfavorable. Surely, you would not want this to happen, would you?

So to get more about the travel trailer basics, you need to get the right resource. In the Internet, there are many websites that you can turn to in providing the RV camping basics. Among these many resources is RV Camping World.

RV Camping World provides information about RV camping basics or travel trailer basics. They do not only provide resources about different classes of recreational vehicles or RVs available in the market today. They also do not just give you the features and product descriptions of the different RVs. They provide information that is crucial for your decision to acquire the said vehicle.

Information from RV Camping World

Just what information do you really need to aid you in your decision to buy a motor home? In reality, it all boils down to your preference, budget, needs, style, and personality. However, these personal qualifications should match with what RVs are available in the market today. In RV Camping World, there are different types of travel trailers or motor homes. By knowing these RV camping basics or travel trailer basics, you will have an idea if this is what you are looking for or not. Here are also the other information in the site.

Terms and glossary. If you are a beginner in the travel trailer world, you might encounter terms that are not familiar. RV Camping World has provided the glossary for your basic understanding of the terms used.
The right match and details. RV Camping World provides resources that describe the travel trailer basics and match it with possible lifestyle of the users. Of course, you know your lifestyle. But you may not know the travel trailer that matches with your lifestyle. Likewise, it may be your first time to use RVs for camping. You will also find resources about RV camping basics that can help you get started.
The comparison. You may think that all classes of RV are the same since they are all recreational vehicles. RV Camping World provides the travel trailer basics that cover the characters, features, and distinction of one class of trailer to another. It also describes the RV camping basics that you may not be familiar about as compared to what you already know.

There may still be other things that you need to learn about RVs that may not have been presented here. But the fact is that RV Camping World is one resource that you can rely on. They provide guides for one of the crucial decisions you have to make—to get the RV that you need. The information that you can get here may even help you understand if you need to buy or rent.

July 28th, 2010 by admin

Some cool rv camping images:

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The RV section of Festival Camping at the 2009 Winnipeg Folk Festival

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The RV section of Festival Camping at the 2009 Winnipeg Folk Festival seen from Popes Hill

July 19th, 2010 by admin

by fotobydave

RV Camping Checklists and Information With The Good Sam Club

Are you one who gets all excited just at the thought of hitting the open road and diving into the RV camping lifestyle? It just may be the right time to join a group who has the exact same feelings about RV camping whether you have been doing it for years or are new to the lifestyle.

If you join up with the Good Sam Club, you will have access to incredible RV camping vacation destinations all over the country. You will be clued into just where you can end up in order to give your family and yourself a memorable RV camping experience. You can cut out the worries over hotel bills and set schedules. With your membership in the Good Sam Club, you receive a 10% discount plus access to the RV camping destinations you are longing to get to.

Are you interested in the necessary camping checklists for your trip? For each kind of RV camping trip you could possibly set on, there are different lists available to suit your every need. Along with getting all of the camping checklists to make your packing and planning easier, you will also receive a customized RV camping trip planning guide with your club membership.

While everyone knows that RV camping can be very exciting and fun, it can also go down hill fast if you are not up to date on what you should be doing. There are people who think they may know everything about RV camping until they realize their RV isn’t really up to par. This could end up leaving them stranded roadside while everything seems to be malfunctioning.

If you sign up for a membership in the Good Sam Club you could very well guard against any such catastrophes. The RV camping checklists provided will ensure you know exactly what kind of maintenance needs to be checked thoroughly before you even set out on vacation. Even if you only join just for the maintenance lists alone, you could end up saving yourself a ton of repair costs, towing, and other costly downfalls due to not knowing what systems to check before a trip. Are you even aware of how important having the proper tire pressure is to an RV camping trips success?

If you are not yet convinced by just qualifying for the discount destination savings or checklists, the 10% off of parts for your RV and service savings at many locations should convince you. You will also be able to access all of the technical advice you need via telephone.

Most agree RV camping is truly a thrilling and exciting kind of lifestyle. This membership will benefit you and virtually pay for itself whether you enjoy RV vacations for a few weeks or months, or if you live the RV lifestyle all year long.

There is no reason to wait any longer. You can have all of the checklists, discounts, destinations and technical help you could ever ask for if you join today. Being a part of the Good Sam Club will put you in with a group who enjoys RV camping just as much as you.

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July 9th, 2010 by admin

Moon Northern California Camping: The Complete Guide to Tent and RV Camping (Moon Outdoors)

• ISBN13: 9781598801613
• Condition: USED – GOOD
• Notes:

Tom Stienstra, the nation’s top-selling outdoors writer, invites you to spend the night under the stars with the latest edition of Moon Northern California Camping. Extremely comprehensive and packed with useful information, Moon Northern California Camping covers more than 1,500 camping options throughout the state, from sites nestled among towering redwoods to remote backcountry destination in the High Sierra to quaint spots in Mendocino and Wine Country. Detailed descriptions, directions, c

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June 28th, 2010 by admin

Some cool rv camping images:

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Image by etgeek (Eric)
A panoramic image.

Took the trailer out for the first time this season. Weather was great!
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American River Resort, Historic Coloma CA

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RV camp in San Pedro, Galicia


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(photos by Tom & Sue Kramer)

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Sea Turtle Patrol volunteer UTV training at Padre Island National Seashore.

June 28th, 2010 by admin

Moon West Coast RV Camping: The Complete Guide to More Than 2,300 RV Parks and Campgrounds in Washington, Oregon, and California (Moon Outdoors)

• ISBN13: 9781598801620
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Award-winning author Tom Stienstra covers over 1,800 RV parks and campgrounds in the latest edition of Moon West Coast RV Camping. Stienstra provides a range of outdoor options that appeal to campers with kids, pets, or recreational equipment, as well as those looking for a beachfront, natural springs, or island retreat. Also included are Steinstra’s top picks for the Prettiest Lakes, Best Spots for Wildlife-Viewing, and Best Locations for Fishing. With a variety of RV locations to choose from

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