How to Prepare Carnitas on a Swedish Log Fire
Caramelized onions, shredded pork and fresh red and green peppers all wrapped in a warm tortilla make this dish something your guests will brag you up for making. Crimson flames licking a skillet have a way of holding your attention, and it’s not just the delicious...
A Look at the Sol Horizon by inTech RV
The first time I saw an inTech trailer I was struck by the forward tilt look of the unit. It looked retro and modern at the same time – and that’s not an easy thing to design. The next striking feature on this trailer is the huge, curved, front tinted window – but...
5 Reasons Why You Should Go Camping With Your Grandchildren
It was July. Our 5th Wheel Trailer was parked in an RV Park in Kingston. We had just finished an early morning game of Pickleball when our daughter arrived with her three children. Grandchildren, — we have more of them than I have fingers, but three is a manageable...
Best Ways to Access Your Cash While Travelling in the U.S
Whether you’re a snowbird planning your annual trip to the warmth of the American South or a short trip to one of the US coasts when the land borders open to Canadians, you’ll need to ensure you can access money. Most of the time, travelling through the US for...
Smart Solutions for Safe RVing as Climate Change Increases Extreme Weather Events
Recent events like the flooding in Europe and wildfires taking place in British Columbia, Ontario, Spain, Greece, and California are the kinds of threats we will soon be facing on an increasingly regular basis. The most natural question to ask in times like this is...
Is it True You Should Never Change Your Tires on the Side of the Highway?
A flat tire is one of the most common vehicular breakdowns. Whether on your tow-vehicle or RV, a flat is an experience that just about every driver will experience in their driving lifetime. Because of this, it’s important to consider what you are going to do about it...
Dining Outdoors the Dutch Oven Way with Tim Fowler
There is a good reason the Dutch oven was one of the must-haves when the early European settlers first started making their way across the North American continent. The Dutch oven was nearly indestructible; it would bake, boil, fry, sear, simmer, and roast nearly...
5 Things to Add to Your Travel Plans Next Summer: British Columbia Edition
*Note from the Editor: As you’ll read below, British Columbia is one of Canada’s most magical and diverse places to explore in your RV. It should be noted, however, that as of August 2021 there are still increased dangers and risks associated with travel to many parts...
A Reader Shares His Own Experiences in Response to our ‘No Place to Park in ON Parks’ Series
After reading the ‘Nowhere to Park in Ontario Parks’ series published through Explorer RV Club, the following account details John Kim’s personal experiences with the Ontario Parks reservation system. It is a reflection on the research and views of Dr. Paul Eagles as...
Thor Introducing New Class B RV Models: Rize and Scope
Called the Rize and Scope, these new Class B camper-vans from Thor Motor Coach offer classic ‘van-life’ features with a couple of new twists. One that stands out is the pop-up roof, reminiscent of the one seen in the Volkswagen Westphalia. This feature is optional,...
What you Need to Know to Get Across the US Border from Canada and Back in August 2021
A Word of Caution: The coronavirus pandemic is still a rapidly changing situation, which means that conditions and rules can change quickly. We recommend that you search for the most recent Canadian-US border travel information before starting out on your journey and...
Nowhere to Park in Ontario Parks Series – Pt. 3/3
The Backstory of Our Back Country Ontario Provincial Parks contain 19,157 front country campsites. About 42 per cent of these 8,000 sites have electrical hookups, and there is an established goal in place to have 50 per cent with electricity. Of these 8,000....
