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#SPONSORED/POST: How to Photograph the Solar Eclipse

Man watching a sun eclipse through safety glasses. Looking at the solar phenomenon.

BY Abby Ferguson–GMC Motorhomes International is hosting a “Vintage Class A RV Rally” in Mineola, Texas from April 3-9 to coincide with the eclipse. To ensure that everybody has fun, this article is the first in a series that will explore what to expect during the eclipse and how to enjoy the experience safely!

#SOLAR/ECLIPSE: Register for the Vintage RV Rally in Texas Hosted by GMCMI (SOLD OUT)

VintageRV Rally April 2024 Eclipse Texas

Experience The Darkness With GMC Motorhomes International!

UPDATE (March 5, 2024): The rally is SOLD OUT!

GMC Motorhomes International is pleased to be hosting a “Vintage Class A RV Rally” and welcomes all makes and models to come join in the festivities!

#CAMPING/WINTER: Rocky Mountain National Park Crews Busy Finishing Up Projects Before Winter

BY Dawn Wilson, Estes Park Trail-Gazette—Our national parks offer incredible recreational opportunities, no matter the time of the year you decide to visit. But during the winter months, unique activities can connect you to the wilderness, landscapes, and wonder of our national parks.

#HISTORY/YELLOWSTONE: 150 Facts On The 150th Anniversary Of America’s First National Park

BY Angelica Stabile & Marco Kathuria—As the U.S. celebrates the 150th anniversary of Yellowstone National Park here’s a collection of fascinating facts and interesting details, numbers, and quotes to this remarkable national preserve. We’ve also included campground information with links and information to help you book your spot.

#RVLIFE/VIDEO: New Video Showing The Many Benefits Of Enjoying the Outdoors

BY RV ASSOCIATION INDUSTRY STAFF—Earlier this week, the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) and its members released an energizing video highlighting many outdoor recreation activities, the $689 billion outdoor recreation economy, and the more than 4.3 million jobs it supports while urging Americans to get outside and have fun.

#CAMPING/NPS: 10 National Parks That are Fun for the Whole Family

BY Amanda Adler — When planning a national park visit for your family, you may feel overwhelmed with options and unsure what types of activities your kids will enjoy. While each of the 63 national parks in the U.S. offers experiences to delight visitors of all ages, some parks have more to offer the younger generations than others.

#NPS/GAOA: Great American Outdoors Act Will Fund Rehabilitation Of 17-Miles Of Scenic Roadway

Aerial view of Section 8E of the Foothills Parkway, expected to be complete and open to public in 2018. Photo courtesy of Lane Construction.

BY The National Part Foundation—Great Smoky Mountains National Park is using $31 million in funding from the Great American Outdoor Act (GAOA) to repave the Foothills Parkway West, from Chilhowee Lake to Walland.

#PHOTO/CONTEST: Winners of 2021 America the Beautiful Photo Contest Announced

BY Rebecca Aloisi—Scenic America is delighted to announce the winners of its inaugural America the Beautiful Photo Contest. The contest attracted more than 400 entries from photographers across the country of all skill levels.

#WINTER/CAMPING: These Are the Best National Parks to Visit during the Winter

BY Caitlin Morton—If there’s one thing the past two years of travel restrictions have taught us, it’s to appreciate all the wonderful destinations right here in the United States. The parks are a force to be reckoned with—visitor records were smashed in 2020—and they’re not going anywhere just because the temperatures are dropping.