There are the typical tasks you should take care of once the season winds down and it comes time to park the RV in storage – winterizing the water system, cleaning out the refrigerator, maybe even taking the wheels off and setting your unit on blocks (check out this article for closing up shop). Sometimes [...]
Halloween season is upon us, and Michigan is booming with activity. All around the state small towns and local businesses are hosting events for the families to enjoy a fright-less evening of fun. So grab the kids, load up the car, and make your way to one – or all – of these spooktacular events! [...]
The month of October marks the beginning of pumpkin season here in Michigan, and us locals can’t get enough of it! Our climate makes days spent scouring local farms for the perfect pumpkin a seasonal highlight. And the fun doesn’t stop after the jack-o-lanterns have been carved – one of the best parts of pumpkins [...]
Michigan in the fall is a truly magical time. From the autumn colors to the crisp air, the seasonal changes are abundant. But just because summer is over doesn’t mean you have to give up your Saturday ritual of exploring your local farmers market! In fact, much of Michigan’s produce grows well into the latter [...]
Summer may get all the publicity, but fall in Michigan is not to be missed, especially at campgrounds, parks, and resorts where you can set up camp for the weekend with your RV. Many of our member campgrounds are hosting fun, family friendly events that celebrate autumn and, of course, Halloween. This is not an [...]
As proud residents and traversers of the Great Lakes State, it’s probably no surprise that with abundant, and sometimes turbulent, water comes a staggering number of lighthouses. More than 100 lights still shine bright along Michigan’s sprawling coastline, guiding mariners safely to their ports. History buffs and curious minds alike will find a day spent [...]
How will I set up by myself? Will I be safe on the road and at the lot? What will I do for security? Will I always be alone? These are just a few of the questions contemplated by those pursuing a solo RV trip. With the proper research, belongings, and attitude, you’ll be able [...]
RVers like you use a smart phone for a variety of reasons – to check the weather, bank accounts, MARVAC updates, directions, social media. However, most users are unaware of the many apps that are available to help them out in ways they never thought possible – such as generating RV checklists, finding free Wi-Fi, [...]
In Part 1, we provided detailed driving tours to three beaches located on the shorelines of the Great Lakes. Here are three more driving tours leading to beaches on Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, and Lake Superior that any traveler with an affinity for beach life will enjoy. And the journey is just as much fun as [...]
The buzz of Labor Day always makes for an exciting first September weekend all around Michigan. Hundreds of folks pack up their rigs and tow vehicles and head to their favorite spots for one last trip before the weather begins to cool off and the kids go back to school. Labor Day, or any holiday, [...]
