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#VINTAGE/RVRALLY: Register for the GMC Motorhomes International Rally – Oct 8th-13th

BY Marco Kathuria—Please join GMC Motorhome International (GMCMI) members and other vintage RV owners from across North America October 8th-13th at the organization’s fall convention at the Flying Flags Resort in Buellton, California — a breathtaking location less than 12 miles from glorious sandy beaches and the Pacific Ocean.

#OVERNIGHTING: Can You Park An RV At Truck Stops Overnight?

Trucks on parking, cargo transportation in European cities. Vehicles for for delivery of goods in Europe

BY Lynne Fedorick—Truck stops exist to cater to truckers, ensuring they have the necessities to transport goods across the country. These stops typically offer fuel, water, food, retail stores, showers, and parking areas for resting. Many also allocate parking for RVs, and some even feature a dump station.

#PRODUCT/REVIEW: The BioLite FirePit+ (with Airflow Technology)

FirePit+ Wood & Charcoal Burning Fire Pit

BY Christopher Gardner—The BioLite FirePit+ from BioLIte Energy strives to be an attractive and convenient fire pit that also can be a portable grill. The fire pit, with its detachable battery/blower unit but without the lid, still comes in just under 20 pounds, so the original package is certainly portable in terms of weight. But how well does it hold up to double-duty as a portable fire place?

#PRODUCT/REVIEW: The BioLite AlpenGlow Mini Lantern

BY Christopher Gardner—When notice of the release of the A lpenGlow Mini from BioLite Energy ($39.95 each or 4-pack for $143.82) hit my email inbox, my first reaction was akin to walking down the cereal aisle wondering how many versions of Cheerios do we really need.

#PARTNER/FOCUS: 8 Power Supply Solutions for ZERO BREEZE Mark2 AC

Zero Breeze AC2 portable air conditioner

BY BARRY ARD—There are two conventional power supply solutions for the MK2 air conditioner, namely the MK2 battery and the MK2 adapter. During the use of the ZERO BREEZE MK2 air conditioner, we have found that users have various demands on how to extend the working time of the MK2 air conditioner and have tried various methods.

#FEATURED/PARTNER: BioLite Energy Brings Energy Everywhere™

BY BARRY ARD—BioLite is on a mission to bring Energy Everywhere™ with revolutionary products that transform the way we Cook, Charge and Light our lives off the grid. They are a team of engineers and designers, operators and analysts, story tellers and evangelists, who believe that advanced technologies, built on sustainable business practices, have the power to change the world.

#PRODUCT/REVIEW: Using the BioLite BaseCharge 1500 Solar Generator

BY Marco Kathuria—The BioLite BaseCharge 1500 is a portable power station that can be used to charge a variety of devices, including laptops, phones, and cameras. It has a capacity of 1521 watt-hours and can be charged using a variety of methods, including solar panels, a wall outlet, or a car outlet.

#PRODUCT/REVIEW: The Rechargeable BioLite AlpenGlow 250 USB Lantern

BioLite AlpenGlow 250 Lantern hanging in a tent

BY Christopher Gardner—LED technology offers so many advantages over incandescent bulbs, including the ability to shine for many long hours on a small(ish) rechargeable battery. No wonder camping, outdoor, RV, and sporting-goods companies have been making their lighting gear with LED for the last decade or so.

#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.

#PRODUCT/LAUNCH: Haven Safari Hammock Tent Adds Glamping Comfort On or Off Ground

By Derek Tillotson—We launched Haven Tents in 2019 with a Kickstarter campaign for a lightweight hammock tent for the backcountry. Now we’ve hiked to the front country, introducing the Safari shelter for glamping comfort anywhere from vehicle campsites to the backyard.

#OUTDOORS/DIVERSITY: Black Creators are Tearing Down Barriers to the Outdoors

BY AJ DELLINGER—People of color, particularly Black Americans, have long been kept from outdoor spaces. These creators are trying to change that.

#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.

#NEWBIES/RENTORBUY: How to Choose the Right RV for Your Next Road Trip

BY Madeline Diamond—So, you want to rent or buy an RV for your next road trip. But if you’ve done any research about recreational vehicles, you’ve probably found that there are a wide variety of options to choose from, and it can be difficult to decipher which one will best fit your needs.

#EBIKE/TRENDS: Electric Bicycles are Outselling Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids Combined

INTRODUCTION BY Marco Kathuria—Welcome to the first article in a new series focusing on electric bicycles (“eBikes”) and how they can be used when camping, boondocking, or to pick up supplies at a local store. Our series focus will be on eBikes that are affordable, relatively light (by eBike standards), easy to maintain, and with an emphasis on brands that have nationwide dealer support and good parts availability.

#OUTDOORLIFE/DIVERSITY: The USA Saw More Than 8 Million Black Households Camping In 2021

BY RVNews Staff—Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is marking Black History Month by releasing its 2022 Black Community Camping Snapshot, highlighting the continued growth of camping popularity among Black U.S. audiences.

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