Looking for something to do with your best friend? And by "friend," we mean your dog. There are lots of places in Michigan that welcome you both, giving you a chance to get some exercise or enjoy a bite together - maybe a beer or glass of wine for you and a doggy dish for [...]
Homeschooling in an RV There are many families who have made the choice to live in an RV and therefore, a more nomadic lifestyle. Whether these families are comprised of three people or seven, there’s an RV that can fit everyone comfortably. The kids still need to go to school though. So, how can parents [...]
Biking is routinely ranked as one of the top activities for campers because of a bike’s ease of use, fitness capability, and its capacity to be a mode of alternative transportation. How do you travel with bikes and an RV? What about kids and pets? Bike security? We discuss some of these important details in [...]
It pretty much goes without saying that life has changed drastically over the past few months. Even when restrictions get lifted and people can interact more like we’re used to, we’re still likely months or even years away from feeling “safe” from this particular disease. That’s why RVing may be just the right way to [...]
One of the challenges of camping in or living in an RV for an extended period of time, whether it’s motorized or towed, is keeping up with the laundry. You want to keep clothes smelling fresh and looking great, which is not only important for your person, but for your RV’s interior aroma as well. [...]
Whether it’s taking walks, scaling dunes, biking rail trails, taking a dip in a lake, or kayaking along one of Michigan’s pristine rivers, the average RVer is likely fairly active since they are “outdoorsy.” Being outside and partaking in physical activities, whether they are strenuous or not, are good for the heart, body, and mind. [...]
When you can’t go out to do the things you normally like to do in a social setting, you find time to complete some tasks that you might otherwise put off or try to “squeeze in.” You can return to simple pleasures, such as spending more time together with those in your home. Here are [...]
If you want to escape from everyday life, try something other than a hotel or a resort, and have lots of flexibility, then an RV vacation is the way to go. In the United States today, 7 million households own an RV – that’s one in twelve! (University of Michigan survey) But if you’re a [...]
Keeping the RV clean can be a challenge sometimes, not just visually such as sweeping and mopping the floor to keep up on the sand and dirt that inevitably makes its way inside, but also with regards to scents. Who wants to live or visit an RV that smells like dirty dishes from last night’s [...]
When the new year rolls around, it’s tradition to look at the year that’s quickly disappearing in the review mirror: What did we do? Where did we go? What were the best times we had? What changed our lives? Traveling and camping in an RV probably tops the list, and all the other questions can [...]
