Full Time RVer

RELEASED: April 3, 2008

Published every two weeks. This issue’s email alert was sent to more than 25,000 RVers.

Now available on CD-ROM

Big Rigs Campground Directory

The hugely popular Big Rigs Best Bets Campground Directory is now available on CD-ROM. This is the premier guidebook to RV parks that cater to long RVs — 32 feet and longer. Previously only available in printed form, the publishers have just released the information in a searchable CD-ROM. Learn more.

A data device that could save your life

Did you know that more than 12,000 people died last year because emergency personnel lacked enough information about their medical condition to help them? And that 47,000 died from a drug interaction that might have been avoided had personnel known about their prescriptions? That’s why this device could save your life if you suffer a sudden illness or injury. It’s especially important for fulltimers who travel far from their home towns to places where they’re not known. Click here.

Prevent your RV from burning while you’re away

It’s an RVer’s nightmare. You return to your rig from a day trip and find it has burned in your absence. Your possessions, valuables, your pets… How can an RV catch on fire when no one is home? Read on.

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OPEN HOUSE April 12 at RVbookstore.com and RVtravel.com

You’re invited to stop by our offices and warehouses near the ferry dock in Edmonds, Wash., on Saturday, April 12, 10 am to 1 pm. Join the staff of RVtravel.com and RVbookstore.com. We’ll have refreshments and plenty of time to talk about RVing. Meet editor Chuck Woodbury. Arrive early and grab some freebie books. Visit the nature preserve out back for great bird watching. Find driving directions here.

Senior Citizen Discounts Guide 2008-2009

This annual directory will save you a ton of money. Learn about thousands of senior discounts throughout the USA. Most are not publicized elsewhere. National and local businesses are listed. Learn more.

A vital step to a happy fulltiming life

Here’s one of the most important things you can do to prepare for the fulltiming life. If you’re already a fulltimer and haven’t taken this step yet, do so as soon as you can. It’s a “blessed relief,” most fulltimers agree. Click here.

Snowbirds have mixed feelings about heading north

The northern migration of snowbirds from the deserts has begun. While many fulltimers look forward to returning to their northern summer hangouts, leaving their winter retreats is a bittersweet time. Here’s why.

Good Stuff from the Good Sam Club

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Prescription drugs south of the border: safe and legal?

We all know how expensive prescription drugs are these days. That’s why many fulltimers RVing near Mexico cross the border to fill their prescriptions. They save money, but are drugs from Mexico safe? And is buying them there even legal? Fulltimer and blogger Russ De Maris often shops south of the border, and he has the answers.

Anchors away! Bring your boat on your RVing trips

Fulltimers who want to bring a boat with them on their travels have lots of options in how to do it. For some ideas, click here. One of these methods will surely work for you and your rig.

Latest RV recalls

Each month we list the latest recalls of RVs at RVtravel.com. Here are the most recent ones: February — January – December — November — October — September – August

Learn from a professional

DVD: Do It Yourself RV Care

The RV Doctor, Gary Bunzer, shows you how to maintain and care for your RV. This 63-minute DVD was produced in cooperation with the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association. Learn more.

A (very busy) day in the life of an RV camphost

Fulltimers thinking about camphosting will want to read this fascinating account of a day on the job at Arches National Park. It’s written by a couple who retired early to become fulltimers and who now chronicle their travels and adventures in a blog. RV writer Julianne Crane introduces you to them. Click here.

Make your RV awning even more effective

Warm weather is on the way! Maybe too warm at times. You know that extending the awning helps cool the rig a bit when the mercury is uncomfortably high. Here’s an additional step you can take to make the awning even more effective.

CD-ROM: 2008 Trailer Life RV Parks and Campground Navigator

America’s most popular RV campground directory is now on 2 CD-ROM disks. The user friendly interface provides the ultimate RV travel planning software for the U.S. and Canada. Learn More.

In the Forums

Does anyone full-time in a slide-in camper?

I have a 5th wheel and semi pulling it, but wish to size down for more remote sites and travel. Looking at a F450, long bed, crew cab dually, Powerstroke (have owned a 99 and 03 which I wore out and bought the semi to do the hard work). Lance or BigFoot Camper with capabilities of it being able to exist in cold country. I am in a position to live off the pension and have been doing “right and left” road trips for the last 8 years, and looking at doing it full-time now.

Three-slide or four-slide: which would you buy and why?

I am looking at an ‘05 Horizon diesel pusher and need advice or recommendations on pros and cons on a three-slide or a four-slide.

Class C’s safer than A’s?

Does anyone consider the safety factor of a class C? In the case of front end fire or crash, you have a side door. In the case of a rear end fire, you have a side door and two front end doors. A passenger side rollover or right front crash in most class A’s leaves no exit except the emergency exit. The same applies to a class A front end fire.

eBooks: INSTANT READING!

With eBooks you don’t have to wait to read your book. Just place your order and your eBook will be delivered almost instantly to your email inbox. You can be reading it moments later. All these eBooks are written by RV experts and delivered instantly in PDF format.

Buying an RV the Smart Way
I Have A Convection Oven in My RV. Now What?
The ABCs of Pop Up Campers
Boondocking Tips - More Fun Without Hookups
Complete Guide to Dinghy Towing
The Woman’s Guide to Solo RVing
A Collection of RV Tips
ABCs of RVing
RV Awning Use and Care
RV Care and Maintenance
Deep Cycle Battery Care and Maintenance
RV Safety Features, Tips and Tricks
The 3 Primary Systems of an RV: LP Gas, Water & Electricity
Trailer Towing, Weights, Hitchwork and Backing
RV Check-List

FMCA: The best club for motorhome owners

If you drive a motorhome you should join the Family Motor Coaching Association, the largest and best club exclusively for motorhome owners. Many benefits including rallies, local chapters and thick monthly magazine. Special new member price of $35. Click here to learn more or join.

Christian RVer? This group needs your help

Christian fulltimers who would like to donate some time to help others have a group devoted to that purpose. You’ll make RVing friends as you work on humanitarian projects. More info.

Over-the-Road Wireless For Dummies

Learn how to get connected on the road. Covers WiFi, choosing equipment and services, protecting data, managing your business and personal affairs, enjoying online entertainment and more. Learn more or order.

Couple take their two children RVing for a year

Most fulltimers travel without kids. That’s partially because by the time a couple can afford to fulltime, the kids are grown. But here’s a pair of working RVers who have decided to take their two children on the road for a year. What about school? Well, read on.

Books and DVDs
of special interest to fulltimers

U.S. Military Campgrounds Directory on CD
DVD: Extended and Full-time RVing
Support Your RV Lifestyle
Fifth Wheel Bible
DVD: Fulltiming, The Documentary

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RV Travel Blogs: Good reading!

Fulltime RVer
If you’re a fulltime RVer or plan to be someday, then stop by for the latest news and information about fulltiming.

Great RV Stuff
The latest neat RV stuff in this always fascinating blog. Gizmos and gadgets that might even make your RVing more enjoyable.

Working on the RV Road
Get up-to-date about news and information about earning income while RVing.

Boondocking
Do you use your RV away from utilities? Here you’ll pick up tips on how to do it, and learn about some great places to boondock.

RVing Quartzsite
“RV Snowbird Central” for the winter season, home of huge gem shows and flea markets and the land of free camping on government lands.

RV Short Stops
Our RVtravel.com blogger’s favorite places to visit in their RVs — Great suggestions for places to visit on your own travels.

RVs in the News
“Concentrated RV news.” Practical, useful, and fun news on recreational vehicle issues. Always be up to date.

Casino RV Camping
Learn about casino RV parks, freebie camping, and great deals on gaming and dining for RVers who visit.

Eco RVing
Greener ways to hit the road.

See the complete lineup of RV Travel blogs

FulltimeRVer.com staff

Editor and Publisher: Chuck Woodbury. Contributors: Russ and Tina De Maris, Gerry Bruder, Jim Twamley, Jaimie Hall. Forum Administrator: Adrienne Kristine. Office Manager: Jody Allcott. Fulfillment Manager: Erin Hanson. Web Operations Guru: Zoey Platt. Clapper/Loader: Emily Woodbury. Stress Relief: Mikey the slinky dog.

The best source for information about Workamping

Workamper News is far and away the very best resource for finding a job while living and/or traveling with an RV. No other service comes even close to Workamper News in helping RVers find jobs! Learn more.

Buy or sell at America’s largest RV consignment dealer

Buy or sell an RV from America’s largest consignment RV dealer — PPL Motorhomes . Read all about it.

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