Did you know that camping is the third most common activity people are doing when they are hit by lightning? This is according to a report by the Lightning Safety Council. There are five ways lightning can strike a person: (1) a direct strike, when a person is hit directly and becomes “a part of [...]
Chances are, if you’ve camped in Michigan you’ve been warned about bears, especially in our Northern forested areas. Although bear sightings are rare and attacks are even rarer, you should still be prepared in case you happen upon one of these majestic animals. Read and share this handy infographic about Michigan black bears! [...]
Warm days and sunshine are looked forward to with fervor by Michiganders after months of snow. When the snow and ice leave the roadways, we rejoice! No more going 35 miles an hour and low visibility. But the summer sun comes with hazards of its own, and we need to take precautions to make sure [...]
When it comes to RVing, planning is essential – including organizing a routine to follow prior to departing your stationary home or from a campsite. What you need to do will vary some depending on the type of RV you have, but a Pre-Departure Checklist would look something like this. (Keep in mind throughout packing [...]
There are a lot of things you can do to help keep you, your possessions, and your home – whether that’s your stationary home or your RV – safe from intruders and prying eyes. In short, the less appealing you can make your home and RV, and the more hoops you make for people to [...]
When it comes to an emergency, speed is of the utmost importance. Any first aid or roadside kit you have should be in a very accessible location. For owners of travel trailers (conventional, expandable, fifth-wheel, pop-up, sport utility), that means not leaving the kits in the trailer. Always have them in the tow vehicle, even [...]
If you’re a full-time RVer or you enjoy the fall too much to put away the RV just yet, and you have kids in tow who don’t want to miss out on Halloween festivities, there are choices for trick-or-treating so that you don’t have to! Visit friends or family. Make sure your trip plans include stops to [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
As RV owners, we are generally safety minded. But with the busy summer months now upon us, it’s more important than ever to be attentive about RV safety. People are out and about doing the outdoor activities they love, many of which occur on or very near roadways. There are more people driving around and [...]
