This article gives a visual of the progress made during the construction of a coach house at an RV park. For a step-by-step guide to follow prior to construction beginning, read our sister article, "Considering a Coach House: 7 Steps." Photo 1: The concrete is poured and the plumbing is lined. [...]
Whether you just recently purchased your lot or you’re looking to make some major upgrades this season, building a coach house is a worthwhile investment. Finding information on the Internet and understanding where to even begin with this process can often be the hardest part. In this article, we break down the process step-by-step. In [...]
“Data show fishing generates $2.3 billion annually; license and equipment purchases net millions more to preserve Michigan’s great outdoors,” according to an April 1 press release by the Michigan Wildlife Council (MWC). Nearly 1.1 million people (residents and visitors) fish in Michigan each year, keeping cash registers ringing for outdoor retailers and other businesses like [...]
More and more of our interactions, transactions, and filings are happening digitally. We Skype with friends far away, order the latest camping gear from Amazon, and pay our bills online (complete with online receipts). Yes, our phones, tablets, and computers have become central to modern life, and since RVers are on the move a lot, [...]
We all carry stress in our lives, whether it’s from our jobs, our family responsibilities, or our ever-growing to-do list. Honestly, who needs more stress in their life? A particularly stressful event for many people is traveling. But with an RV, you can alleviate some of the stress points of travel - as well as [...]
There is good news coming out of Lansing for those who enjoy RVing. After five years of educating Michigan politicians and a historic veto override, the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is pleased to announce that Michigan RV enthusiasts now have a very strong incentive to purchase that new RV they’ve been [...]
When the weather turns chilly, a warm, comforting drink is in order. A steaming cup of hot cocoa brings back memories of warming up after sledding all day and visions of cozy Christmas Eves. But cocoa isn’t just for drinking; you can add cocoa powder to many recipes to add a little depth and character [...]
Camping with kids adds more mess and requires more planning, but the memories and time together are well worth the effort. You build your bond as a family as well as with each individual person as you experience the outdoors, work and play together, and spend simple quality time away from most of life’s distractions. [...]
When you think of a toasted marshmallow, you naturally think of s’mores. S’mores are a necessity for most campers. The traditional toasted marshmallow sandwiched between graham crackers and chocolate is hard to beat. Here are some other delicious recipes by which to enjoy a s’more, or at least the taste of one. 1. Fruit and [...]
One of the joys of camping is being able to eat al fresco. There are items you can have that will make picnicking around the campsite and on the trail more comfortable and more enjoyable, without taking up too much storage space. The Campsite It’s pretty safe to say that all campground, park, and resort [...]
