Northwest RVing
The Northwest RVing Blog site is hosted by MHRV (Manufactured Housing and Recreational Vehicle) Show Association. Each year, MHRV presents three important trade shows in the greater Seattle area to promote and display the RV Lifestyle. We are all about RVing and hope you will enjoy the many articles posted here about RVing in general and about our upcoming shows.
RV Road Trip - Sea to Sky Highway in British Columbia
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- Written by Dave Helgeson
Are you one of many of the readers located in the Puget Sound Region? Are you longing for an RV road trip somewhere foreign with interesting stops along the route? Don’t want to bust your summer travel budget traveling far from home with high fuel prices? If so, then consider touring the Sea to Sky Highway just over the border in beautiful British Columbia. It’s close to home, but a world away!
RVing Fun at Cape Disappointment, WA
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- Written by Dave Helgeson
State and National Parks are at the top of the list for places RVers want to visit and camp. In the Pacific Northwest there is a park that is a state park that also contains a unit of the National Park Service. It is Cape Disappointment State Park which also contains a portion of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail . It’s two parks in one and offers something for everyone within its 2,023-acre boundary.
Here is a sampling of what awaits you at the park.
The ABC's of Travel Trailer Towing
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- Written by Dave Helgeson
Have you recently purchased or plan to purchase a travel trailer? If so, take the time to learn the needed information to safely tow your trailer ensuring an enjoyable experience.
Getting a Charge Out of It - Lithium Batteries
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- Written by Steve Froese
One of the buzz words of the RV realm these days, and one that I am often asked about, is Lithium batteries. Many people want to know the pros and cons, and whether the high price tag is worth it. Let’s examine these questions in this article.
Tips & Tricks for Exploring America's National Parks in Your RV
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- Written by Shari and Hutch
Editor's Note: This is Part 2 of a detailed dive into our National Parks. You can read Part 1 here.
Welcome back to Exploring America’s National Parks, Part 2! Last month, we provided you a cadre of resources to begin researching which of the 63 National Parks you’ll explore next. In this issue, we’ll share our secrets and tips on when to visit, where to go, what to bring, where to camp, how long to stay, and more! For this insight, we draw upon our 25+ years of outdoor adventure and exploration (with nearly 10 years full-time RVing) and our professional outdoor and environmental education backgrounds.