Patricia Winters and her family decided to take advantage of her husband’s remote work arrangement, so they bought a camper. In June, they left their Annapolis, Md., home for a trip out West, with plans to be back in time for school. “At the end of July, our school district decided to go virtual, so I said, ‘I guess we can keep going,’ ” Ms. Winters said. The family of five has logged 11,000 miles visiting 16 states and 14 national parks. But they weren’t fully prepared for the realities of school on the road, or “roadschooling,” as some families call it. Many are taking the rare opportunity ..read more

RV living might sound a bit complicated and messy when you think about the bathroom situation and where you store your RV when you’re not using it. What about the benefits of RV life, though?  There are so many RV benefits out there that make RV living perfect for people like you. Let’s dive into the 10 major RV life benefits that you might not have considered before. It Gives You Freedom Do you want to go on a trip this weekend? No need to figure out flight plans when you can just pack your RV and go.  Don’t like being tied down and wish to explore? RV living can help you become fre ..read more

10 Great Destinations For RVing And Birdwatching Birdwatching (or birding) is a hobby that many outdoor lovers enjoy. It’s a great way to get some fresh air, explore nature, and watch birds in their natural habitat. Some people challenge themselves to see as many species as possible, while others just like to go out and see what they can see. Birdwatching and RVing go hand in hand, making it the perfect hobby for anyone who loves to travel. As you explore more states, parks, and climates, you increase your chances of spotting something new. There are plenty of birdwatching destinations that ar ..read more

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE BEST SUMMER EVENTS IN THE USA. While sometimes it can be nice to plan a getaway during the summer to avoid crowds, there is something quite magical about venturing to a city when you know you’re in for a busy experience. That busy experience we are talking about is a festival. There’s nothing quite like a festival. Whether it be food, music, book, or one of the many, many other types, when you head to a festival, you know you are in for a treat and an experience you’re guaranteed to remember. One of the most wonderful things about festivals is that they bring together peo ..read more

RV ROAD TRIP ON I-40: TOP THINGS TO DO AND SEE Are you thinking of taking your RV for a road trip along I-40? We’ve got the list for you! This iconic route has a rich history, starting as a wagon trail for settlers and gold miners, and mirrors the storied Historic Route 66. I-40 is America’s third-longest interstate after I-80 and I-90. I-40 stretches for more than 2,500 miles from coast to coast, covering eight states and many different cities along the way, like Nashville, Memphis, Amarillo, Oklahoma City, Little Rock and Raleigh. What’s interesting about I-40 is its deep hist ..read more

In a year that many national parks are bursting at the seams with record-setting traffic, why not try camping at a state park instead? “There are about 60 national parks, and about 6,000 state parks. There’s a lot of hidden gems that are just overlooked because they don’t get the media hype,” says Kevin Long, co-founder of The Dyrt.com, a camping website and app, featuring reviews from millions of users. He shares some favorite state campgrounds with Larry Bleiberg for USA TODAY. Grayson Highlands State Park,  Virginia:  Not only are the Blue Ridge Mountain views ..read more

Go RVing provides a platform to amplify the voices of adventure campers, leisure campers, foodies, tailgaters, outdoor enthusiasts, families, digital nomads, and more, by empowering them to share their own RVing stories in their own words. Go RVing is both the brand and the call-to-action to explore the freedom, flexibility, and fun of RV travel and the adventures that await. Most recently, Go RVing worked with Dave Parfitt at the Family Vacationist as he set out to discover kid-friendly campgrounds that are perfect for family vacations. With more than 22,000 campgrounds in the U.S., it ..read more

Michigan officials have selected 14 community and state parks, trails and sports facilities to share $5.4 million in federal grants. The state Department of Natural Resources said the money will come from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund, which is supported by revenues from gas and oil development from the Gulf of Mexico. “The Land and Water Conservation Fund is pivotal in supporting projects that improve the quality of outdoor recreation for communities across Michigan,” said Dan Lord, DNR grants manager. Projects recommended for support are in Bay, Berrien, Eaton, Houghton, Ingh ..read more

One man is taking his interest in space travel to new heights. He is building a campground in hopes it will one day be a destination for watching SpaceX launches from a unique perspective. Just when you start seeing SpaceX developments in the horizon on Highway 4, a detour down a gravel road will launch you into another world. “SpaceX by far, in my opinion, is the most interesting thing that’s going on in the world right now,” said David Santilena. Santilena is an airline pilot with extra time on his hands thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. He is used his time to work on an o ..read more

Amazon Prime Day 2020 is finally upon us. If you are one of the 100 million households with a Prime membership, now is the perfect time to score a great deal on a wide assortment of items. In the past, Amazon Prime Day has offered huge discounts on their own tech products such as the Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV. They have also been known to offer major savings on laptops, phones, tablets, TVs, smartwatches, headphones, and other electronics. While Amazon Prime Day offers the biggest savings on their own tech products, they also have great deals on a variety of items that ..read more