Expert Review: Introducing GMC’s new 2024 Sierra HD pickup truck
This past September, each of the Detroit builders travelled to Dallas, Texas, to show off their new 2023 heavy-duty (HD) pickup trucks at the State Fair of Texas. Although the pickup truck GMC introduced was their 2024 Sierra HD, we’ll probably still see it in...
Celebrate the Holidays with this Super Easy Bûche de Noël (Yule Log) Recipe
Here we are at the end of another RV season. We enjoyed the last glorious autumn colours, warmed our feet and hands at our final campfire, and winterized the RV. Now is a great time to start thinking about holiday baking, and this easy yule log recipe is one you...
Explorer RV Club’s 2022 National Rally: Here’s What Happened
The 2022 Explorer RV Club National Rally was held at Camping Transit Campground in Lévis, Quebec, from September 15 to 18. A few members came in the day before to get an early start. The weather started wet, but the forecast didn’t disappoint, and the sun came out...
2023 Crossroads Redwood 4200FL
Every year, in mid-September, the largest consumer RV show takes place in Hershey, PA. One of the units that impressed me was a new floor plan from Redwood. I thought it was worth highlighting. This sizeable fifth wheel is a four-season, full-timing unit and has to...
Understanding How Diesel Fuel is Priced in Canada, the USA, and the World
Fuel prices are a hot topic lately, not just at the pump. It’s all over the news, so I decided to dive deeper and get into the nitty gritty on gas pricing. Recently, Ram announced that it is dropping its 3L EcoDiesel from the lineup. This follows Ford quietly...
New Ford Super Duty shown at Texas State Fair
over three million people attend the Texas State Fair in Dallas each September. That's enough to show off new trucks in a unique and special area featuring all the brands. This is something they have been doing since 1913, and just one reason why I think it's worth...
5 Fall Road Trips in Ontario that are Absolutely Worth the Drive
While we may think that Summer is everyone's favourite season after a long cold winter, it doesn't seem to be the case. A quick Google search of polls will show you that Fall ranks highest every time. Living in Canada and especially Ontario, it's easy to see why....
Soup’s On!
what’s not to love about a heart-warming bowl of bean soup on a fabulous, chill Autumn Day? Satisfying your hunger, easing the pressure on your food budget, and giving you culinary bragging rights in the campground, are three things you can count on with a bowl of...
The Beauty of Ocracoke Island
our camper van was the last one onto the small ferry. It was a reasonably calm day—the waves of the Atlantic Ocean between North Carolina’s Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island had the vessel bobbing lightly. But when you’re last on, the view out the back window is...
How to Choose the Right RV Traveller’s Insurance Policy
Insurance coverage is a must whether you regularly travel in your RV or plan the occasional trip. When most RVers think about insurance, they think about the policies they have on their vehicles. And while it's true that RV insurance is important, there's another...
Drive in Style with these Popular Off-Road Trucks
Social trends are always very evident in the world of fashion; the same is true for the automotive world. Over the past decade, it's seemed like truck and SUV manufacturers have been pumping out more off-road designs than ever. Some are just paint and plastic nods...
Overland trailers – a different RV experience
Most RVers are familiar with the terms dry camping and/or boondocking. These simply mean you are on a site without hookups or services. Most of us don't want to do this. However, a select group seeks out wilderness locals, without services, on purpose. These folks...
How to Make Zucchini Boats on the BBQ or Campfire
One of the delights of having a seasonal RV site is the opportunity to learn from our fellow RVers. This year we’ve been learning how to grow vegetables from our home on wheels. Some of our fellow RVers have planted extensive vegetable gardens, including green and...
Understanding EnerGuide: Know the Fuel Efficiency Before You Buy a New Vehicle
As fuel prices increase and we seek relief, discussions around fuel economy become more important. While we can’t change gas prices, we can try to make more affordable choices as drivers. From changing our driving style to considering newer, more fuel-efficient...
Discover The Best Fall Festivals in Canada
Fall in Canada inspires wonder. Colourful leaves, tasty produce and a brisk breeze invite you to enjoy the great outdoors. Why not discover the best fall festivals in Canada as you celebrate the 2022 season. Schedule a fall RV trip and get to know our nation's...
Need a Little More Space? Look at These Class B-Plus Motorhomes
Class B motorhomes have increased in popularity due to the new chassis’ available to the manufacturers. Other reasons RVers love them include their easy drivability and compact design. However, Class B motorhomes are just a little too small for some. In this case,...
RVing East of Ontario’s Algonquin Park—the Ottawa Valley
Journeying east of North Bay, along the Ottawa Valley, the sparkle of Algonquin Park can sometimes make it feel like the area's other worthwhile highlights are left in the dust. Take time to stretch out the route and linger at some of the smaller parks and beaches...
Reviewing the Luxurious 2022 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate
The GMC Sierra is undeniably the little sister to the Chevrolet Silverado – particularly in the United States, where it outsells its GMC sibling by at least three to one. Despite smaller sales numbers, it is still a major player, and General Motors wants to close...
How to Make a Horiatiki Salad on the Road
Like many of our fellow RVers, our plans for extensive travel this summer have taken a course-correction. Although we’ll be on the road this year (including to the Explorer RV Club rally), inflation and higher fuel costs have led us to scale back on both the number...
Tips for Improving Your Towing Skills
In the height of summer, highways can become congested as people head out on their adventures. The roads are full of vehicles and drivers of varying experiences and backgrounds. Some are even towing for the very first time. A quick tune-up of your defensive driving...
What’s New in Class B Motorhomes
The Class B motorhome, or camper van, is unique among recreational vehicles. That fact impressed me over 20 years ago when I took my then 10-year-old son, Stephen, and me on a Class B motorhome test. I was making notes inside, and Stephen was wandering through the...
RVing in White River: Winnie the Pooh Hometown Festival
Last September, we set out on an RV road trip. One of our stops was in White River, Ontario. When we arrived at our camping area, we learned we had just missed the Winnie the Pooh Hometown Festival. Winnie the Pooh Hometown Festival The town of White River is...
What to Consider When Buying New Tires
What do you really get for a higher price? If a higher-priced tire is better, how so? Whether for your trailer or tow vehicle, when buying new tires, consider what traits you’re getting for that purchase price and how they will impact the on-road performance of...
How to Plan a Successful Group Meal + Our Favourite Shrimp Recipe
Can you bake a pan of squares, put together a potato salad or pick up a couple of dozens of gourmet buns? Because that is all you need to do to be part of our family group meals. For example, we just had a family meal for our Father’s Day celebration––it was a...
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