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Monthly Archives: April 2011
More Days Are Diamonds…
During the past month I’ve reported on two Arkansas couples finding diamonds at the Crater of Diamonds, an Arkansas state park known for allowing visitors to dig for diamonds and keep what they find. The search area is a 37.5-acre … Continue reading
Posted in Camping, State Parks
Tagged Arkansas, camping, Crater of Diamonds, diamond mining, diamonds, outdoor recreation, state park
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Family of missing Alberta RVers searching for closure
It’s been more than nine months since Lyle and Marie McCann went missing during a road trip from their home in St. Albert, a northern suburb of Edmonton, Alberta to visit family in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley. The McCanns, both … Continue reading
Posted in Road Trips, RV Safety
Tagged Alberta, Class A motorhomes, recreational vehicle, RVing, safety
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Exploring Verde Valley, AZ
At our core, we are explorers. It’s in our bones, our marrow, our guts to venture out and discover. Exploration and adventure are vital to the human soul. Called by distant voices or prodded by an inner whisper, we travel, … Continue reading
Posted in Camping, Hiking, Historic Sites, Road Trips, State Parks
Tagged Arizona, camping, hiking, historic sites, history, outdoor recreation, Red Rock Country, RVing, Sedona, Southwest, state park, Verde Valley
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Freightliner Expands Its Customer Support with USB Card
Is your motorhome built on a Freightliner chassis? Are you planning to purchase a new motorhome in 2011? Already the only chassis manufacturer to offer 24/7 factory-direct support of its motorcoaches, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) is expanding its service … Continue reading
Posted in RV Accessories, RV Manufactures
Tagged Class A motorhomes, Freightliner, Newmar, recreational vehicle, RVing, Tiffin
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Utah Road Trip: 6 People, 43 Parks, 3 Days, 1 RV
Driving in Utah is a road tripper’s dream. With its unworldly scenery and unusual history, Utah ranks among the most intriguing destinations in the U.S. This big western state has magnificent mountain peaks, stark deserts, colorful canyons, and the second … Continue reading
Posted in Road Trips, State Parks
Tagged biking, history, national park, RVing, Southwest, state park, Utah, Utah State Park
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Good News from Texas State Parks: Palo Duro Canyon
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is getting a new group recreation facility, the first of its kind in a Texas State Park. The new stone-clad facility will be 5,200 square feet with meeting and dining hall space, restrooms, and a commercial kitchen … Continue reading
Posted in Camping, State Parks
Tagged camping, CCC, hiking, historic sites, outdoor recreation, RVing, Texas, Texas State Park
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Echo RV: New Kid on the Block
“Hey there—welcome to our exciting little company!” announced Mike Scheetz, president and founding owner of Echo Manufacturing, a new RV manufacturer. Scheetz has spent 15 years in the RV industry, extensively involved in sales and product development. Mike has been … Continue reading
Posted in RV Dealers, RV Manufactures
Tagged concept RVs, Echo RV, recreational vehicle, tailgating, toy hauler, travel trailers
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Digging for Diamonds
Last month I reported than an Arkansas couple had found a flawless 2.44-carat silver white diamond at the Crater of Diamonds. The Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, has now yielded an even bigger find, a 3.86-carat jewel … Continue reading
Posted in Camping, State Parks
Tagged Arkansas, camping, Crater of Diamonds, diamond mining, diamonds, outdoor recreation, RVing, state park
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Best of America
The backbone of American greatness is the contribution of each individual. From innovative and heroic people to compelling ideas and stories, Reader’s Digest celebrates the best. Where can you find the best hot dogs in America? What are the best … Continue reading
Posted in National Parks, Road Trips
Tagged Arizona, free, gourmet food, national park, regional foods, RVing, Utah
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Newmar Dealers Honored for Excellence
Newmar Corporation, the Nappanee, Indiana-based manufacturer of five lines of Class A motorhomes, three lines of luxury motorhomes, and three lines of fifth wheels, has released the names of its dealers who are being recognized for providing excellent customer service … Continue reading