(March 20, 2009) -- “To make our customers feel more comfortable performing some of these checks themselves, we put together a video that walks through some of the basic fluid, belt and hose checks that every RV owner should perform before, during and after a trip,” says Clint Ethington, manager at Pedata RV Center.

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(March 18, 2009) -- CLUB-W members will receive priority service at rallies, priority email/technical support, special rebates and coupons, an exclusive CLUB-W E-Newsletter, invitations to CLUB-W events, and entry into special prize drawings.

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(March 16, 2009) -- Leveling jacks and slideouts lead the Coach-Net Top Ten RV Fixes for 2008 list, which tallies the items that generated the most phone calls in 2008 for Coach-Net assistance regarding coach- and towable-related components.

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(March 13, 2009) -- The Revconeers enjoy a pre-rally gathering in Georgia's watermellon country as they prepare for the Family Motorcoach Association's annual convention next week in Perry, Ga.

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(March 13, 2009) -- Approximately one hundred classic travel trailers and motorhomes will return to camp on the grounds of the Saratoga Automobile Museum in Saratoga Springs State Park this August. Many of these vintage vehicles, dating from the 1940s through the late 1970s, will be open to the public.

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(March 9, 2009) -- You’ve decided that working or volunteering as your travel in your RV would help your budget and add to your travels. How do you find a position that is a match? The key is in the interview. Find out how to use your Workamper interview to make sure this is the position for you.

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(March 9, 2009) -- "This is an innovative floor plan", says Mark Summers, Executive Producer of the show adding, "The living area is immense with a great flat screen HDTV and multi-purpose dinette and sofa / sleeping spaces. One of the nicest surprises is the built-in retractable stair case to the upper bunk making it very pet-friendly!"

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(March 5, 2009) -- Featuring the most technologically advanced RV manufacturing facility in the world, Winnebago Industries is offering free tours of its main facility at its headquarters in Forest City beginning April 6. Tours are offered twice daily from April 6 through Nov. 1.

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(March 5, 2009) -- Seventy five percent of Winter Texans are eating out less, traveling shorter distances and implementing other cost-cutting measures this winter. But while 54.9 percent of Winter Texans have shortened their winter visit, 45.1 percent are spending just as much time enjoying the Sunbelt as they normally do.

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(March 3, 2009) -- Caught between a bankrupt company and an angry group of motorhome owners, the County Coach International owner’s group today vowed they would continue serving the needs of members whether or not the company remains in business.

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(March 2, 2009) -- "The Fleetwood limited warranty will no longer cover units that are not originally sold by an authorized Fleetwood dealership, ie: sold at auction, repossessed, salvaged, or sold in an otherwise distressed condition," the bulletin read.

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(March 2, 2009) -- One Amherst County resident who followed the progress of HB 2289 said she was worried that the soon-to-be law could discourage many of her friends who normally vacation in campgrounds at Virginia resorts.

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(Feb. 26, 2009) -- Henry Flores, general manager of Los Banos-based Toscano RV, believes the industry has already hit rock bottom and things are beginning to look up. While his sales haven’t surged yet, he’s seen more traffic on his lot than in previous months. The buyers perusing his wares are hip to the situation the industry is in and willing to capitalize on it, too, he said.

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(Feb. 24, 2009) -- The show, which organizers said was voted again as the best RV show in the region, will fill the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center with the newest models as dealers are able to offer the best deal of the season.

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(Feb. 23, 2009) -- The entertainment lineup for the Albuquerque Rally is set, and it boasts some big name entertainers sure to delight Rally guests of all ages. Some of the entertainers include Neil Sedaka, Rita Coolidge, The Osmonds and Papa Doo Run Run.

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(Feb. 20, 2009) -- The proposed law would give consumers the ability to return a motorhome within two years or 24,000 miles, whichever is later, if repairs can't be corrected after a "reasonable number of attempts.

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(Feb. 16, 2009) -- RV resort owner Wes Breinich believes the resort's homeowners association should adopt a six-month moving requirement in its covenants. He said forcing RV owners to at least take a drive every six months would ensure they could get out safely during a hurricane evacuation.

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(Feb. 16, 2009) -- Recreational vehicle park managers in the area say they are seeing more people moving into RVs full time, but spaces are limited. There are only 10 RV parks in the Idaho Treasure Valley, and park owners and managers say their monthly spaces are nearly full.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- You're snuggled in your sleeping bag, the waves are lapping at the beach, yet there's something missing – that furry friend whos...

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(Feb. 11, 2009) -- “People are coming from out of state and storing their boats and campers on premises inside fenced areas, evading the commissioner of revenue’s ability to get in there and tax them,” Del. Ben Cline told the committee.

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(Feb. 11, 2009) -- “When we checked the stats on compete.com, the velocity chart, which compares the amount of time spent on competing websites, clearly showed that RVT.com dominates the RV online classifieds!” The chart indicates that RV shoppers (numbering more than 10,000 daily) spend more time browsing over 40,000 online RV listings at www.rvt.com than on competitors’ sites.

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(Feb. 10, 2009) -- An e-mail arrives from someone claiming to represent a prospective buyer. Often using the name of Nathan Seer or Rich Edmund, the agent offers a flat cash payment without haggling. He wants to use a bank draft from an earlier deal that never went through. But it is for a bigger amount than the RV's selling price, so he asks the seller to issue a check for the difference. It usually takes a few days for the financial institution to bounce the fake bank draft. By then the RV is long gone and so is the con artist, who has cashed the victim's check. Some people have lost as much as $10,000 on top of the value of their vanished RV.

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(Feb. 4, 2009) -- “Chemical toilet products sold and used in California to control holding tank odors and waste decomposition in recreational vehicles (RV), boats, campgrounds and RV parks, etc. are banned if they contain a non-biodegradable toxic chemical. While there are many banned non-biodegradable toxic chemicals, formaldehyde (commonly used to reduce odor in chemical toilet waste) has come to the attention of the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and based on data that was reviewed, meets the criteria as a non-biodegradable toxic chemical substance. Any chemical toilet product containing formaldehyde in any concentration should not be sold or used in California.”

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(Jan. 29, 2009) -- Evanne Schmarder, host of the RV Cooking Show, announced today that her show will focus on teach RVers how to prepare and eat healthy foods and become more eco-friendly while traveling.

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(Jan. 29, 2009) -- The Jekyll Island (Ga.) Convention Center staff issued an e-mail earlier this week confirming that they had to cancel the rally because they had not received the deposits due on the event, despite the fact 275 people had paid $195 to register for the rally. Another 50 people were on the waiting list, according to one person familiar with the situation.

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(Jan. 28, 2009) -- A Maryland man and more than a dozen of his friends have left Utah with a sour taste after someone broke into their RVs and got away with more than $20,000 in goods.

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(Jan. 26, 2009) -- Private RV sellers are being approached by people claiming to represent RV Care who present counterfeit bank drafts for payment of the RV. In addition, sometimes the amounts of the bank drafts are higher than the negotiated price, with the "buyer" asking for a cash refund of the difference.

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(Jan. 23, 2009) -- The alternative regulation would allow R134a to continue to be sold in California and will require a self sealing can top; enhanced can labeling; a used can deposit and return program; and a consumer education campaign.

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(Jan. 21, 2009) -- From Dec. 19 through Jan. 8, seven different locations were hit. There have been numerous victims at each business, and what's even more surprising is people are reporting their RV's are being burglarized at home. Police say the thieves are taking television's, stereos and valuables.

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(Jan. 19, 2009) -- An online group of RV enthusiasts announced they will hold their 2009 rally at Buckhorn Lake Resort in Kerrville, Texas, Octe. 7 to 11.

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(Jan. 15, 2009) -- Bedford Police Chief Dennis Parsley said RVs are appealing targets for thieves. “They’re often full of nice things, and security is an issue because they are seldom occupied,” he explained. “An RV break-in is not a rare occurrence. And, unfortunately, once they hit one they often hit others at the same site.”

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(Jan. 15, 2009) -- Architect Jim Cioffi said each recreational vehicle would be in its own climate-controlled facility. It would include a place for the vehicles to be washed, as well as showers and laundry for RV owners.

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(Jan. 13, 2009) -- The program, which provides RV retail financing to consumers of Canadian RV dealerships, is considered to be one of the best in retail lending, according to association officials.

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(Jan. 8, 2008) -- In the latest sign that consumers are under financial stress, indirect auto loan and home equity lines of credit (HELOC) delinquencies reached their highest levels ever during the third quarter of 2008, according to the American Bankers Association's Consumer Credit Delinquency Bulletin. Ironically, RV loans posted the lowest level of delinquencies, rising from 1.07 to 1.27 percent.

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(Jan. 8, 2009) -- With the new national focus on economizing, green living and getting back to basics, 2009 promises to be a year of change in many areas of our lives, including travel. Here’s a look at what’s hot and what’s not for 2009.

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(Jan. 8, 2009) -- In December gas prices have eased up a bit. Now some dealerships are getting lenders back who are willing to give good interest rates. "We do have a few banks that I deal with. We have excellent financing and now's the time to buy an RV," said Karin Claspell of RV Peddler.

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(Jan. 7, 2009) -- The company offers to negotiate directly with an RV dealer or assist shoppers in the negotiation process. "We can review your purchase order, RV loan and answer any questions about RV extended warranties. We will share proven secrets on how to structure a great deal. We can also help you determine the RV appraisal value of your intended purchase or assist you in getting the most for your RV trade-in," Eaton explained.

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(Jan. 5, 2009) -- "It took him about 10 minutes and he dumped his entire holding tank in the bay and then left," said Mike Barkis. He says the RV left behind an estimated 55 gallons of human waste. Barkis says the driver did it not once, but twice.

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(Jan. 2, 2009) -- The six-session course, beginning on January 24, 2009, will be held using Workamper.com’s webinar technology. Participants will both see and hear the presentation using their computer screen to see the instructor and visuals and their telephone to listen and speak. Classes will be recorded so participants can listen and watch at their convenience if they miss a live session.

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(Dec. 31, 2008) -- When the Good Sam Club started a discussion about awarding an RVer of the year each year, beginning with 2008, no one had to think too hard to decide where that honor should go. It went to Richard Daniels, a Georgia man whose travels introduced him to a dog and whose heart was so big he decided to help homeless animals in addition to giving that stray a good home.

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(Dec. 30, 2008) -- The 2009 SuperShow will break the record for both manufacturer's space and supplier's booth space. "We will have more suppliers' booths than ever before and a record amount of manufacturer space," said Marketing Director David Kelly. "With the addition of new entertainment and more seminars, we're anticipating record crowds this year. We're also renewing the two-day pass so the public will have two full days to see everything at the SuperShow at no additional cost."

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(Dec. 29, 2008) -- The popular Northern California RV and boat shows, usually held on consecutive weeks in January at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, have been combined and rescheduled for May 15-24, it was announced today.

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(Dec. 24, 2008) -- With the industry reeling, Pat Riha said his 2009 Mid-America boat and RV shows will be merged and run over two consecutive weekends, Feb. 12-15 and 19-22. The good news, he added, is that consumers will be able to visit both shows the same day on the same floor — for the price of one.

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(Dec. 22, 2008) -- American Guardian said the Schenmeyers were overcharged not just for the labor, but for the refurbished Aqua Hot as well. John Wendt, the claims director for the company, said Bob Schenmeyer was at fault because he hadn't properly winterized and maintained the Aqua Hot. But, with little further comment from American Guardian, the company mailed the Schenmeyers a check for an additional $3,400. That means the couple has now received $5,800, instead of the $7,500 they were expecting. That's good enough for them.

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(Dec. 20, 2008) -- A reception for current and former Boy Scouts will be held April 19. Scouts and Boy Scouts of America (BSA) alumni as well as their families are invited to attend and are encouraged to bring old memorabilia for display and discussion. Also, Rainbow Ryders will offer hot air balloon rides from Balloon Fiesta Park during the event with special pricing extended to Rally 2009 guests.

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(Dec. 16, 2008) -- A new nationwide online reservation system makes it easier for RV dealers and even private RV owners to rent recreation vehicles online by tapping into the low-cost program. Located at www.rvanytime.com, the service offers people with RVs the tools they need to reserve units, promote their vehicles and manage their rental program.

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(Dec. 16, 2008) -- Policyholders who install either an engine fire suppression device or LP gas refrigerator suppression device can receive a five percent discount. These devices not only help prevent property damage and the total loss of a vehicle, they can help save lives.

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(Dec. 15, 2008) -- RVchurchesUSA is host to a new association devoted to honoring God by perpetuating nondenominational church services within the RV community. It’s mission is to encourage, equip and aid owners of campgrounds, parks and resorts to start or enhance on-site church services across the USA.

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(Dec. 15, 2008) -- An Australian family stranded after their RV was stolen in early-September is on their way again. The family of three was allowed to live in a Carriage fifth wheel free of charge at the company's onsite campground after their own RV was stolen from a Forest River facility. The insurance settlement was processed last week, the family purchased a new RV and has left the area expressing thanks to the Carriage staff for their hospitality.

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(Dec. 9, 2008) -- If you want to know about the habits of RVers, you’ll find it at RVtravel.com, where once a week for five years the editors have surveyed their readers to learn their likes, dislikes and behaviors. On average, about 1,500 to 2,000 RVers respond to each weekly survey question.

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