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Get out those RVs! It's time to de-winterize! On this week's episode, we'll talk about getting your RV into tip-top shape for the camping season. Even if you use your RV year-round, think of this as a time for spring cleaning and maintenance. Then we'll take a journey to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, a 700-year-old Native American sanctuary in the mountains of the Gila National Forest. Resources: NationalParkWeek.org. A resource for all things National Park Week, April 21-29, including free admission on April 21. National Park Service calendar of events National Park Foundation free park guides America's National Parks Podcast - Truman Everts, "37 Days Alone in Yellowstone" Sanidumps' article on sanitizing your water system Gila Cliff Dwellings National Park Service Website Gila National Forest USDA Website City of Rocks State Park

It's our favorite time of the year! Gear guide time! We have some awesome product suggestions ranging from $1 to $750 and everything in between. Cool gadgets, gizmos, and games to make RV camping easy and fun. You can find links to all of our Spring Gear Guide products at http://rvmiles.com/spring-2018-rv-camping-gear-guide/!

On this episode of RV Miles, we journey to the white gypsum moonscape that is White Sands National Monument. We'll also check out the Alamogordo and Cloudcroft, New Mexico areas, and help a listener out with planning a road trip. In the news, Florida plans to observe daylight savings time year-round, and a new app for reporting damage to federal lands. Resources News Episode 1 of the America's National Parks Podcast is live! Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts, or on the website: www.nationalparkpodcast.com. A new RVEpicure is out - RVEpicure: Tres Chili de Puerco Join the RV Miles Facebook Travel Forum: https://www.facebook.com/groups/584206491749994/ The TerraTRUTH App - report damage to federal lands: https://conservationlands.org/terratruth White Sands National Monument National Park Service Website: https://www.nps.gov/whsa/index.htm White Sands Missile Range: http://www.wsmr.army.mil/Pages/home.aspx Alamogordo Area Oliver Lee Memorial State Park: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/spd/oliverleestatepark.html New Mexico Museum of Space History: http://www.nmspacemuseum.org/ Old Apple Barn: http://www.oldapplebarn.com/ Big Daddy's Diner: http://bigdaddysdinercloudcroft.com/

We're very excited about today's episode of the RV miles podcast! First, we've got a jam-packed news segment. The January RV shipment numbers are astronomical. Be prepared for a lot more RV travelers out on the road! Then, say hello to National Park number 60 before we head into our segment on travel books that we really love. Yes, we travel with books – lots of them! Finally, we have a preview of our new America's National Parks Podcast. We're so excited to share this with RV Miles listeners, it's completely different than this show, and we think any history or nature lover is really going to like it. All that, plus brain teasers and more on this week's episode of the RV Miles Podcast. Resources News: RV Shipments Up Stunning 25% in January Airstream to Expand Production to Meet Booming RV Demand (CNBC) National Park Visitation Stays Level, Time Spend in Parks Up (NPS Press Release) Say Hello to National Park #60 Travel Books We Love: National Geographic Complete National Parks of the United States, 2nd Edition Roadfood, 10th Edition: An Eater's Guide to More Than 1,000 of the Best Local Hot Spots and Hidden Gems Across America Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America's Two-Lane Highways Mysteries in Our National Parks Book Series Where Is/Who Was Book Series (WhoHQ) The Down and Dirty Guide to Camping with Kids: How to Plan Memorable Family Adventures and Connect Kids to Nature The Lost Explorer: Finding Mallory on Mt. Everest The America's National Parks Podcast: Visit the website (and listen to the preview episode again) at www.nationalparkpodcast.com You can find America's National Parks Podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and make sure to subscribe on Apple or wherever you get your podcasts, so you'll never miss an episode.

On this episode of the RV Miles podcast, we take a journey down to Texas's Guadalupe Mountains National Park, just a hop, skip and a jump from Carlsbad Caverns. We have some family travel tips to make camping a bit easier, and in the news, stupid criminals, endless showers, and a new company that promises to link RV service records, roadside assistance, travel planning, and more. Make sure to join the new RV Miles Facebook Travel Forum: https://www.facebook.com/groups/584206491749994/ Resources: Thor Announces New Partnership to Leverage Digital Services for RVers: http://rvmiles.com/thor-announces-global-partnership-leverage-digital-services-rvers/ New Shower Recycles and Filters Water to Use 90% Less: http://rvmiles.com/new-shower-recycles-purifies-use-90-less-water/ Stress-Free Family Camping: http://ourwanderingfamily.com/stress-free-family-camping/ Guadalupe Mountains National Park: https://www.nps.gov/gumo/index.htm

Today on the RV Miles Podcast — a wonderland under the ground in southeastern New Mexico, Carlsbad Caverns. Seventy-foot-tall stalagmites and rooms that could fit three US Capitol Buildings, and even more treasures above the ground. We'll cover what to do, RV camping options and a whole lot more. In the news, 2018 travel trends and a problem brewing for Michigan campgrounds. Resources: Travel Trends for 2018: http://rvmiles.com/2018-travel-trends-outdoor-cultural-culinary-experiences-see-sharp-increase/ Camping May Get More Costly In Michigan: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2018/02/prweb15194644.htm Carlsbad Caverns National Park: https://www.nps.gov/cave/index.htm Brantley Lake State Park: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/SPD/brantleylakestatepark.html Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/spd/livingdesertstatepark.html

On today's jam-packed RV Miles Podcast episode, we cover the surprisingly beautiful Roswell, New Mexico area. Aliens abound - the truth is out there! But really, Roswell is full of off-the-beaten-path natural beauty, and we'll tell you where to find it. We also talk with Chef Hardcore, who writes our RV Epicure column, about cooking in an RV. What gear, gadgets, and ingredients to bring along, and how to ditch the recipe and get creative with your own food. In the news, a cool new Vegas experience, buying national park entry in advance online, and a sad incident at Zion National Park. News: Here's an article from space.com with some images of the SpaceX rocket leaving the atmosphere that we saw. No images even do it remotely justice: https://www.space.com/39620-skywatchers-see-spacex-falcon-heavy-third-burn.html If you missed it last week, here again is the walk-thru tour of our "skoolie": https://youtu.be/_fTwZ9_BPO4 Here's the feature on us in Round the World Families (look for us under the "Trabue-Epperson Family"): http://rtwfamilies.com/the-big-travel-questions/how-do-you-educate-your-kids/ The news about Yellowstone's (and more) pre-purchase entrance passes: http://rvmiles.com/yellowstone-now-offering-pre-purchase-digital-entrance-passes/ The cool new immersive projection experience, bringing unrestored signs to life at Vegas's Neon Museum: http://rvmiles.com/neon-museum-las-vegas-launches-immersive-projection-experience-bringing-unrestored-signs-life/ The sad news of the fallen hiker in Zion National Park: http://rvmiles.com/hiker-dies-fall-zion-national-park/ Interview with Chef Hardcore: Visit Chef's spice store at hardcoresmokehouse.com Check out his RVEpicure series at http://rvmiles.com/category/rvepicure/ And Instagram @RVEpicure Roswell, New Mexico: Our home for the week - Bottomless Lakes State Park - was more than just RV parking: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/spd/bottomlesslakesstatepark.html Big D's Downtown Dive gets a full review in our new Road Eats series: http://rvmiles.com/road-eats-inventive-diner-fare-big-ds-downtown-dive-roswell-nm/ The International UFO Museum and Research Center may be over-titled, but it's not over-priced: http://www.roswellufomuseum.com/ And the big hit hidden gem for the week was the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/bitter_lake/

On this episode, join us as we regale our 900-mile+ 3-day journey from Kansas City to Roswell, New Mexico, featuring manhunts, high winds, locked electrical hook-ups, and a whole lot of cows. We'll also chat about our process turning a used school bus into a custom RV, and the costs involved. Resources: RV Shipments Break Half-Million Mark for First Time – http://rvmiles.com/rv-shipments-break-half-million-mark-first-time/ A Third of Millenials Prefer Camping Over Hotels – http://rvmiles.com/third-millenials-prefer-camping-hotels/ RVEpicure: Homemade Chicken Pot Pie with Cornbread – http://rvmiles.com/rvepicure-homemade-chicken-pot-pie-cornbread/ The Journey to New Mexico - Our Wandering Family Blog Post – http://ourwanderingfamily.com/journey-new-mexico/

Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TVs, Chromecast...what works best in an RV on the road? We cover it all on this week's RV Miles podcast. Sometimes it's ok to relax and watch a movie or binge a TV show when you're camping, especially when it rains for days straight. We'll tell you what we use, and what our experience are with what types of video entertainment are best for RV travelers. Resources: New Mexico State Parks Pass - A great option for afforable camping if you plan to spend a lot of nights in New Mexico over the course of a year: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/spd/feespermits.html https://www.rvmobileinternet.com - the mobile internet resource center. An excellent web resource for RV travelers who want to stay connected.

Today on the RV Miles Podcast, we break down our takeaways from the Mid-America RV show in Kansas City. We'll talk about some additional RV Show tips that we missed on our Episode 24, and break down our favorite 2018 RVs, three perfect for family travel and three for the couple and solo travelers. In the news, Jayco has unveiled their first-ever Class A Diesel Pusher, Gander Outdoors has launched their website with some eye-popping prices, and Ford is bringing back the Ranger, a good option for the owner of the smaller RV trailer. Resources News The 2019 Jayco Embark Diesel Pusher — Photos & Video: http://rvmiles.com/jayco-embark-class-a-rv/ The New Ford Ranger — Photos & Video: http://rvmiles.com/ford-shows-off-new-ranger-may-perfect-small-rv-towing/ Gander Outdoors' new website wows with low prices: http://rvmiles.com/gander-outdoors-website-launches/ Family Travel RV Models Coachmen Catalina Quad Bunk (293QBCK) Travel Trailer: http://coachmenrv.com/product-details.aspx?LineID=61&Image=745 Heartland Sundance XLT Quad Bunk (297QB) 5th Wheel: https://www.heartlandrvs.com/brands/midprofile/89-xlt-sundance Coachmen Mirada Bunkhouse (35BH) Motorhome: http://www.coachmenrv.com/product-details.aspx?LineID=48 Video of the Mirada's Salon Bunk: https://www.facebook.com/RVMilesDotCom/videos/406779199757608/ Other RV Models Winnebago Intent Motorhome: https://winnebagoind.com/products/class-a-gas/2018/intent/overview Redwood 3881ES (Executive Suite): http://redwood-rv.com/model/redwood/RW388/3881ES Abby in the Redwood's Office: https://www.facebook.com/RVMilesDotCom/videos/406449143123947/ Keystone Montana 3820FK (Front Kitchen) YouTube Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMAqTPGMomc&t=17s

Today we are talking the expected and unexpected costs of purchasing and owning your own RV. A wonderful and potentially economical way to travel, RV ownership is all about the budget and knowing what you're getting into before you step onto a lot or into an RV show. We also discuss tips for surviving family travel days, including that one tip we all do, but no one wants to talk about. Plus, there's plenty of RV Miles news this week, including the exciting upcoming launch of a new podcast, a website update and more. Plus, Jason and Abby have the winner of last week's brain teaser and a new one to keep you guessing all weekend. —Resources— News The RV Miles homepage has gone through a big update so you can find the news you want fast. View it here: http://rvmiles.com/episode24/ The new 2018 30mpg diesel F-150 has been announced, the first full-size truck to hit that efficiency milestone, and we have all the details here: http://rvmiles.com/ford-drops-30mpg-f-150-bombshell-best-class-towing-capacity/ The Cost of RV Ownership Refresh yourself on all the different RV types and their price ranges here: http://rvmiles.com/types-rv-explained/ Check out Abby's article on affordable items we recommend for the RV here on the Our Wandering Family blog: http://ourwanderingfamily.com/our-favorite-inexpensive-rv-items Family Travel Day Survival Here's Abby's Our article detailing the 7 tips we discuss on the show: http://ourwanderingfamily.com/seven-tips-for-surviving-family-travel-days/ Check out our top podcasts for family road trips here: http://ourwanderingfamily.com/top-podcasts-for-family-road-trips/ We love the Stuff You Missed in History Class podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stuff-you-missed-in-history-class/id283605519?mt=2 Our list of great Audiobooks for family travel: http://ourwanderingfamily.com/10-audiobooks-for-family-road-trips/ Get two free audible audiobooks here: https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Free-Trial-Digital-Membership/dp/B00NB86OYE/?ref_=assoc_tag_ph_1485906643682&_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=pf4&tag=rvmiles-20&linkId=b6b968b4a0cdc6477bfcc8dcb463e986

Today we're taking an extended journey to Hot Springs National Park, which we touched on briefly way back on Episode 1 of the RV Miles podcast. Hot Springs National Park is a wonderful destination for rest, rejuvenation, history and a bit of architecture gazing. It's definitely not what you'd expect. We also talk RV shows — what makes them such a great place to shop for RVs or just explore what kind of RV you are looking for. And in the news, we've got more camping world acquisitions, pick-up truck wars, an investigation of Goodyear tire bombs, and the 2018 fuel price outlook. Sponsors: Sponsor: RV Health — RV Health’s online doctors can write prescriptions and even act as your primary care physician. You’ll get a prescription discount for an average of 62% off, plus vision and dental discounts and so much more. While not insurance, RV Health works as a supplement to your current plan or helps provide basic healthcare for those without. It’s only $24 a month for your whole family. Visit rvhealth.com/rvmiles to get your first month for one dollar, no commitment required. Sponsor: Audible — It’s no secret, our favorite way to pass the time when traveling down the road for short drives or long trips is an Audible audiobook. Audible offers the world's largest selection of digital audiobooks and spoken word content. You can listen anytime and anywhere to professionally-narrated audiobooks across a wide range of genres. Audible is giving RV Miles listeners 2 free audio books to start — after 30 days, get 1 book each month for $14.95/month, plus 30% off the price of additional audiobook purchases. You can cancel anytime, and your books are yours to keep forever. Visit rvmiles.com/audible to get your two free audiobooks. News: Gas Buddy says 2018 fuel prices are on track to be highest since 2014, visit our RV Miles article for more info. Pick-up wars are coming, this may be an excellent year to buy a new truck. Read about it at pickuptrucks.com. Regulators are investigating Goodyear motorhome tire failures, according to MSN Money. Camping World has agreed to purchase outdoor outfitter chain Erehwon. Visiting an RV Show: Heres the link to our RV Miles schedule of all the upcoming RV shows across the country, state by state: rvmiles.com/upcoming-rv-shows And we hope we'll run into you next weekend at the Mid-America RV Show in Kansas City. Hot Springs National Park: Hot Springs is probably the closest national park to a very large section of the country. It resembles a historic site a bit more than your traditional national park, but we think there a plenty of reasons it deserves the name. Visit the National Park Service's website to get started planning your journey, and find out about the historic Fordyce Bathhouse, which is the NPS visitor's center, and the trails and scenic drives nearby. The Buckstaff Bathhouse is the place to get the historic spa treatment, and the Quapaw Baths & Spa is the place to go to get a modern spa treatment or to just soak in pools of hot spring water for $20. We stayed at the Treasure Isle RV Park, which is a nice clean campground with lakefront sites, a pool, decent WIFI, and free cable for a fair price. They have a discount for Passport America members on weekdays.

After a news item on a massive RAM truck recall, this abbreviated episode is focused on our wishes for the RV industry in 2018. More campgrounds, societal acceptance of full-time RV travelers, and more fill our wish list for the RV lifestyle. Happy New Year from the RV Miles family! Resources: RAM Truck Gearshift Recall - RV Miles article

Today we travel back in time to Episode 1 and expand on one of our favorite spots in the beautiful state of Arkansas – The Buffalo National River. We'll also talk about all the rules and tricks for parking an RV at a Walmart, Cracker Barrel, rest area, truck stop, and other overnight parking opportunities. In the news, the state of Nevada is full of new opportunities for 2018, including 2 new state parks. Resources New Experiences Make Nevada a Top 2018 Destination Good Neighbor Policy for Overnight Parking Buffalo National River (U.S. National Park Service) Dirst Canoe Rentals

Today we chat with the owner of a new company called RV Health that promises to deliver healthcare on the road by facilitating web-based doctor visits, including prescriptions, for under $25 a month. We'll also cover our tips for exercising and eating healthy while living an RV lifestyle. Resources: Upcoming RV Shows FMCA Accepting All RVers (RV Miles Article) National Park Service Fee Increase Comment Period (RV Miles Article) RV Health - Get Healthcare on the Road - discount for RV Miles listeners

On today's show, we'll cover all the things you need to do to prep the RV for winter storage. "Winterizing" the water system is only one piece of the puzzle. Then we'll take a trip to Nashville, TN, and chat about all the great things to do in Music City, USA. Resources: KOA's winterizing checklist and step-by-step guide Seven Points COE Campground Grand Ole Opry Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Johnny Cash Museum Andrew Jackson's Hermitage Adventure Science Center Bar-B-Cutie Smokehouse

This episode is all about some great gifts for the RV or camping enthusiast, or anyone really, as most of our gifts are great for the hole as well!. Ask Santa for a few items on our list and you're bound to have a wander-ful Christmas. Resources: New Aliner sub-3000lb teardrop/travel trailer hybrids. A teardrop RV you can stand up in! The RV Miles 2017 Holiday Gift Guide - Links to all the items we talk about in this episode.

On this abbreviated episode, we run down 10 things we're thankful for in the RV travel lifestyle, from RV parks to Audiobooks to friends and family. We'll be back next week with a full-length episode of the RV Miles Podcast.

Today we cover the ins and outs of one of the most asked about features of our RV, our composting toilet. We'll give you tips and tricks about downsizing your life for anyone interested in living in an RV, or just interested in a more minimalist lifestyle. But before we get into those topics, we help a listener with all the things you need to know before taking your RV through the diesel pumps on the semi truck side of the truck stop. Resources: Nature's Head Composting Toilet Dear Garage Sale Buyers — Our Wandering Family Article

On this episode, Jason and Abby cover one of their favorite family vacation cities, St. Louis, full of affordable family fun. They'll also cover the new major WiFi security issue, and talk tips on staying safe when you connect to networks on the road, and a major recall involving almost every RV's fire extinguisher. Resources: The National Park Fee Increases Don't Add Up Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall Pere Marquette State Park Gateway Arch and Old Courthouse St. Louis Science Center St. Louis Zoo City Museum Grant's Farm Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site Meramec Caverns

On today's episode, we hike into the many and varied canyons and waterfalls at Starved Rock and Matthiessen state parks, two gems of geology set in the midst of farmland along I-80. We talk about the tools we use and some tips for planning your route in an RV, how Michigan state parks are combating overbooking, and our new food series on RV Miles, RVEpicure. Resources: RVEpicure on RV Miles Changes in Michigan State Park Fees Road trip planning tool Roadtrippers.com Google Maps Flattest Route - Find the flattest route to a destination, and see the change in terrain Motor Carrier's Atlas - Avoid low clearances and weight restrictions Starved Rock State Park Matthiessen State Park Illinois Waterway Visitor's Center

On today's episode, we'll discuss the massive increase in fees being proposed for America's busiest national parks – a 180% increase to $70 per car. We hit the road for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and talk through some tips and tricks for driving and arriving at the campground at night time. Resources: Massive Fee Increases Proposed for National Parks in 2018 Driving an RV Safely at Night Great Smoky Mountains National Park Chimani Great Smoky Mountains N.P. App Camp LeConte Luxury Outdoor Resort

Today is all things Disney World! We'll give you all our best tips and tricks for visiting, and tell you why Disney isn't just for the little ones. We'll give you an overview of Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort, which is known by RV campers far and wide as one of the best campgrounds in America. But first, in the news, Camping World is making some big moves into the outdoor gear market, and how you can catch the Orionid meteor shower this weekend. Resources: Camping World buys Uncle Dan's Outfitters Orionid Meteor Shower Touringplans.com — plan your Disney vacation Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

Today we talk about the world's largest cave system, Kentucky's Mammoth Cave. We'll cover some of the options available for RV roadside assistance, and some changes that may be coming to National Parks due to the record numbers of visitors this year. Resources: National Parks Struggle With a Mounting Crisis: Too Many Visitors AAA RV Roadside Assistance Good Sam RV Roadside Assistance Coach-Net RV Roadside Assistance Mammoth Cave National Park Bailey's Point Army Corps of Engineers Campground

Episode 11 of RV Miles kicks off with some news about Pilot/Flying J truck stops - billionaire Warren Buffet is taking them over! Then, we talk about a new, very steep dump station fee for California state parks. Then, Jason goes through a list of cool gear on the more expensive side that he's excited about — things like $70 slippers and a $600 wagon — and finally, we'll discuss our time in the Twin Cities — Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. Resources Pilot/Flying J - RV Miles Article California State Park Dump Stations - RV Miles Article RV Camping Gear We Want - RV Miles Article Grand Rounds Scenic Byway Minnehaha Park and Falls Parkway Pizza Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Mall of America

Waterways and islands as far as the eye can see. Bald eagles, beavers, moose, bear, billion-year-old rock formations, diamond skies, and the northern lights. On this episode of RV Miles, Voyageurs National Park. But first, Abby and Jason talk about the recent merger of Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops, and a really cool new Bluetooth-enabled smokeless firepit from BioLite. Then, they cover some inexpensive RV gear that they use every day in their WanderBus. Cabela’s/Bass Pro Merger Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium BioLite FirePit RV Share - Rent out your RV for some extra cash Affordable RV Gear - Our Wandering Family Article Lofgren Memorial Park Campground in Littlefork, MN Voyageurs National Park Jack & Ethan Adventures

On this week's episode, Jason and Abby talk about all the different types of RVs out there, the pros and cons of each, and which RV is right for you. Then they talk through all of the options for getting internet to your RV out on the road. WiFi, cellular, satellite? The options all have their limits. But first, they cover the really cool new Winnebago 4WD all-season Class B, and talk a bit about workcamping – working at a campground for a free RV site and maybe some money. Resources: New Winnebago models - RV Miles Article Workampers Facebook Group Camping in River Falls, WI Bacon Bash The Different Types of RVs Explained - RV Miles Article RV Mobile Internet Resource Center

Today, Jason and Abby recount their journeys as they travel along the Mississippi River on the Great River Road - a perfect road trip for RV travelers, with its plentiful campgrounds and relatively flat route within the stunning terrain. But first, some news - the Hershey RV show is underway, where many manufacturers will release next year's models, and some words about towing a vehicle behind your motorhome. Jason talks about how to decide between towing 4-down, on a dolly, or on a flatbed trailer, and which vehicles are best. Resources: Dinghy (4-wheel-down) towing guides from Motorhome Magazine Road Trip USA by Jamie Jensen The Great River Road Website - experiencemississippiriver.com National Geographic Scenic Highways and Byways Drive The Great River Road App Jefferson National Expansion Memorial (St. Louis Arch and surrounding sites) 10 Family Must-Dos in the Quad Cities - ourwanderingfamily.com Rock Island Arsenal Maquoketa Caves State Park National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

On this episode of the podcast, Jason and Abby talk about "The Big Easy" — New Orleans, some tips and tricks for efficient, argument free travel days, and the perfect campfire. RV Miles Article - The Foolproof Campfire RV Miles Article - Apps for RV Travelers St. Bernard State Park The Market Cafe in the French Quarter Cafe Beignet Barataria Preserve New Orleans City Park

On this episode, Jason and Abby discuss the decisions that lead them to become full-time RVers. They answer some of the most commonly asked full-time RV questions, like "how do you get your mail," "how do you school the kids," "where do you pay your taxes," and more. Make sure to enter the contest to win great Wanderlust National Park Junkie merchandise. Just visit our Facebook page and like both the page and the pinned post. Bob Shelter Recreation Area Camp Sullivan Pepin WI - Laura Ingles Wilder Days Travelingmailbox.com

Today on RV Miles, we're going to Kansas City, a great town for RVers to spend a day or a whole vacation. We talk about the different educational opportunities the National Park Service offers, and in the news, a motorhome recall, Jellystone parks expanding to the West and Southwest, and more! We're giving away some great National Park Junkie gifts from Wanderlust, all you have to do is like our Facebook page and the pinned post announcing the contest. News: In the news, we covered the lift of the ban on the sale of disposable water bottles in National Parks, we talk about a recall on Fleetwood, Monaco, and Holiday Rambler RVs, and how Yogi Bear's Jellystone campgrounds are looking for franchisees to take the brand out west. Learning in the parks: In this segment, we cover the NPS Junior Ranger program and some of the various other offerings from the National Park Service. Here's an example link to some of the educational offerings from the Museum of Westward Expansion below the Arch in St. Louis at the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. Kansas City: Up to date it certainly is. Here are links to all the sites we talk about in our guide to Kansas City: Crown Center Fritz's Train Restaurant Union Station Science City Starlight Theater Kansas City Zoo Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Kansas City Ballet Lyric Opera of Kansas City Jack Stack BBQ Gates BBQ West Bottoms Harry S. Truman National Historic Site Independence, MO 1859 Jail National World War I Museum

On this episode, Jason and Abby talk about some great apps to help make the RV life style just a bit easier. They take a look at the homemade RV craze – bus conversions, tiny homes, renovated vintage campers – and why they chose a school bus to be their home. In the news, the BBB is reporting some scams surrounding the solar eclipse to watch out for, and you can buy your very own gold mine camping retreat 1 hour outside of LA. Finally, they take a look at driver's license requirements in different states. Do you need a special license to drive your RV? Listen to find out details. As always, if you like this podcast, give us a share on your favorite social media, and subscribe and review us on your favorite podcast listening platform. Better Business Bureau Reporting Eclipse Scams You Can Buy Your Very Own California Gold Mine Camp for $500K RV Driver's License Requirements The Best Apps for RV Travelers

Today on RV Miles, we explore the Gulf Islands National Seashore, a swath of ocean, bayou, and barrier islands along the northern Gulf Coast, full of nature, pre-civil war forts, museums, sugar sand beaches - something for everyone. We chat about some of the things you don't need to go out and purchase for your new RV. In the news, 21 National Parks prepare for the August 21st solar eclipse, expected to be one of the worst travel days in U.S. history. That, and three new GPS units for RVers from Rand McNally. As always, links to articles we talk about are below. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a rating! News: 21 National Parks Prepare for Solar Eclipse Crowds Rand McNally Introduces 3 New RV GPS Devices Gear: The Top Things You DON'T Need for Your New RV Gulf Islands National Seashore: Pensacola, FL on OurWanderingFamily.com Gulf Islands National Seashore Homepage National Naval Aviation Museum Homepage

On Episode 2 of the RV Miles podcast, Jason and Abby talk about this year's massive increase in RV sales, pulling an electric car behind your motorhome, some great gear to keep your kids safe in the campground or on the trail, and why you shouldn't skip Chicago next time you're driving through the midwest. Links to the articles we discuss this week are below. Don't forget to subscribe! News: RV Sales Up 10% Over Last Year Letters/Advice: Is There a Viable Electric Vehicle for 4-Wheel-Down Towing? Gear: Gear to Keep Your Kids Safe Destination - Chicago: Camping and RVing in Chicago

Welcome to the first episode of the RV Miles Podcast - the all new companion to rvmiles.com. On this episode, your hosts Abby and Jason talk the latest news, accessible campground sites, drinking-safe water hoses, why campgrounds are cracking down on 50 amp RVs using 30 amp sites, and a surprisingly wild and rugged heartland state. Plus, a brain teaser, a great hot dog recipe, and more.