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Updates on Big Ben National Park in West Texas and the change in Michigan state parks and fee increases after the big ice storm. Information on the Music City Motorhome Expo VIP Experience in Lebano Tenessee.Big Bend National ParkGail Marsh, RVTravel.comhttps://www.rvtravel.com/big-bend-national-park-closes-chisos-basin-area-including-campgroundNPS Chisos Basin Construction FAQ pagehttps://www.nps.gov/bibe/planyourvisit/chisos-basin-construction-projects-faq.htmMichigan State Park Fee Increasehttps://www.rvtravel.com/michigan-state-parks-raise-camping-fees-summer/Michigan Park Closureshttps://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/newsroom/ClosuresThe Ultimate RV Experience for RV Motorhome Buyershttps://musiccitymotorhomeexpo.com/

Lots of news about the National Park System, and its all great!Russ & Tina DeMarishttps://www.rvtravel.com/north-rim-south-rim-grand-canyon-experience-grand https://www.rvtravel.com/live-lake-summer-umatilla-forest-recruiting-camp-hostshttps://www.rvtravel.com/35m-fine-for-camping-world-after-double-charging-fiascoGail Marshhttps://www.rvtravel.com/sequoia-national-parks-incredible-crystal-cave-reopens-publicRVTravel.comhttps://www.rvtravel.com/court-confirms-camping-world-unlawful-practicesMargo's Book: Condo-o n-Wheels, Luxury  https://amzn.to/38KIF6c

It is time to start planning that summertime get-away. Russ & Tina DeMaris Riverboat Ferry Ridehttps://www.rvtravel.com/catch-riverboat-ferry-ride-loves-newest-rv-stopoverNational Parks to Stay Openhttps://www.rvtravel.com/interior-secretary-orders-national-parks-to-stay-open-amid-staffing-cuts

Russ & Tina DeMarisAccess Road Shutdownhttps://www.rvtravel.com/major-access-road-yosemite-np-closed-rockslideStaff Shortages shuts campgroundshttps://www.rvtravel.com/army-corps-campground-shuts-due-staff-shortagesYosemite Campground Reservations Resumedhttps://www.rvtravel.com/yosemite-resumes-campground-reservations-heres-book-spotSnowbirds must Register with Homeland Securityhttps://www.rvtravel.com/rule-mandates-canadian-snowbirds-register-homeland-securityGail Marsh, Yosemite Hotel to Close https://www.rvtravel.com/iconic-yosemite-national-park-hotel-close-indefinitely/For site refunds, contact the Help Centerhttps://help.recreation.gov/helpcenterFederal Registerhttps://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/12/2025-03944/alien-registration-form-and-evidence-of-registrationForm G-325Rhttps://www.uscis.gov/g-325r#:~:text=G%2D325R%2C%20Biographic%20Information%20(,1302)Margo's Book: For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collectionhttps://amzn.to/2LQoE3g

Good news and bad news for RVers in today's headlines. Watch this space for the latest RVer news.Russ and Tina DeMarishttps://www.rvtravel.com/national-park-visitors-face-reduced-access-and-services-across-the-countryMargo's Book: Conquer The Road, RV Maintenance for Travelershttps://amzn.to/2L5H7bk

Along with the 1,000 National Park employees fired this week, more than 700 other National Park Service employees took Musk's “Fork in the Road” offer. There is no doubt that this seriously impacts staffing during the busy summer season. Russ & Tina De Maris Starlink Scamshttps://www.rvtravel.com/starlink-scam-alert-unsuspecting-customersBring Your Plastichttps://www.rvtravel.com/bring-plastic-park-service-wins-legal-battle-cashless-payment-policyLatest News from Park Service Personnelhttps://www.rvtravel.com/700-park-service-workers-cash-quit-paid-later-dealNanci Nixon "RVers handing up the keys"https://www.rvtravel.com/campground-crowding-1189b/Margo's Book: Condos-on-wheels, RV Luxury Home Under $30,000 Paperback: https://amzn.to/2SyHDow eBook: https://amzn.to/38KIF6c !Audio Book Now Available!

Camping Industry is About to Go Bust? What is so wrong, you say, that we abandon the open road. RVTravel Nanci Dixonhttps://www.rvtravel.com/rv-service-centers-readers-speak-out-1196/Brenda OdomThanks for the Memorieshttps://www.rvtravel.com/memories-rving-1103/Gail Marsh https://www.rvtravel.com/three-friends-quitting-rving-you-can-relate-1024/National Parks Conservation Associationhttps://www.npca.org/articles/6614-five-ways-president-trump-s-executive-orders-could-harm-national-parks8 Ways Special Interests Are Asking President-Elect Trump To Sell Out U.S. Public Landshttps://www.americanprogress.org/article/8-ways-special-interests-are-asking-president-elect-trump-to-sell-out-u-s-public-lands/Russ & Tina DeMarishttps://www.rvtravel.com/kick-em-theyre-canadian-rv-dealers-cancel-ordersMargo's Book: Condo-on-Wheels, RV Luxury Home Under $30,000 https://amzn.to/2SyHDow

The new year brings creative RV vehicle scams, gas tax increases, and new driving laws. Happy New Year Latest Scams Russ & Tina De Maris RV Travel https://www.rvtravel.com/growing-scam-leave-stuck-stolen-vehicle Gas Tax Increases https://taxfoundation.org/data/all/state/state-gas-tax-rates-2024/ Latest New 2025 Driving Laws Gail March RVTravel https://www.rvtravel.com/updated-driving-laws-effect-2025/ GHSA State Laws by State https://www.ghsa.org/state-laws/states

RV Recalls for Consumers Latest Recalls from the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) CLICK THE RV TAB Research your dream RV on one of the following websites and find out if it may be dangerous to invest in one these OR be sure you are making the best choice. It is very expensive to make a mistake these days. Bluebird https://www.arfc.org/rvs/blue_bird/all_american/recalls.aspx Fleetwood Bounder https://www.arfc.org/rvs/fleetwood/bounder/recalls.aspx Bluebird Vision https://www.arfc.org/rvs/blue_bird/vision/recalls.aspx Winnebago Motorhomes https://www.arfc.org/rvs/winnebago/view/recalls.aspx Cruiser RV Recall Lookup page https://www.arfc.org/rvs/cruiser_rv/mpg/recalls.aspx Gulf Stream Coach Recall Lookup page https://www.arfc.org/rvs/gulf_stream/recalls.aspx Tiffin https://www.arfc.org/rvs/TIFFIN/recalls.aspx Keystone https://www.arfc.org/rvs/KEYSTONE/recalls.aspx Forest River https://arfc.org/rvs/forest_river/recalls.aspx Margo's Book: "Traveling Solo in your RV, The Adventure of a Lifetime" https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f Russ & Tina DeMaris "How to Speed up Road Service after an RV Breakdown" https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-breakdown-speed-road-service-simple-tips-2541

Tips to Help Get a Buy Back for Your RV Lemon RVTravel.com Dirty Secrets of RV Buy-backs https://www.rvtravel.com/liz-rv-buyback/?

An update on pollution enforcement that is creating panic among RV maufacturers. The latest on state toll road fees and National Park closures. Ron Burdge RVTravel.com New Pollution Rule https://www.rvtravel.com/carb-pollution-rule-portends-disaster/ Gail Marsh RVTravel.com Large Vehicle Toll https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-road-toll-exceeds-500-1183/? Margo's Book: Conquer the Road: RV Maintenance for Travelers Amazon: https://amzn.to/2L5H7bk

Latest News on National Parks National Park Fees [https://www.rvtravel.com/national-park-fees-climb-lake-roosevelt-nra-implements-price-jumps/? ] Great American Outdoors Act https://www.hcn.org/articles/what-happened-to-the-great-american-outdoors-act/ Randall Brink's Article - RVTravel.com BLM, SEC Maneuvering to Sell Off Public Lands Jan 5, 2024 https://www.rvtravel.com/blm-sec-maneuvering-sell-public-lands-future-camping-could-be-significantly-impacted-1138b [sorry, this seems to have been pulled from RVTravel.com. Great article!] More information on the above project to sell off National Parks: Sept 27,2023 New York Stock Exchange proposal to list Public Lands including National Parks {since withdrawn} https://naturalresources.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=415583 RVTravel.com Grand Canyon Fees Increase https://www.rvtravel.com/input-wanted-higher-campground-fees-grand-canyon/? Public Input for Grand Canyon Fee Increase https://parkplanning.nps.gov/projectHome.cfm?projectId=117429 https://www.rvtravel.com/blm-closures-agency-wants-to-change-rules-for-emergencies-rvt-1132b/ Colorada BLM https://www.rvtravel.com/colorados-blm-rules-hit-rvers-hard/ Respond to https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/90071/570 Three Rivers Petroglyph Site, New Mexico https://www.rvtravel.com/blm-camping-fees-jump-40-popular-site/ Margo's Book: Traveling Solo in Your RV, The Adventure of a Lifetime [ https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ]

The popular national park RV camping sites are changing drastically due to natural disasters and people not understanding their role in preventing them. Saving the giant Redwoods in California Website: https://www.parks.ca.gov/NewsRelease/1316 Email: NewsRoom@parks.ca.gov Russ & Tina De Maris, RVTravel.com [ https://www.rvtravel.com/lake-mead-camping-area-was-not-closed-due-to-homelessness ] Margo's Book: Traveling Solo in your TV, The Adventure of a Lifetime [ https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ]

This is a short update on some of the hurricane disaster areas that affect RVers. Listed here are several ways to help others during this unsettling time. Russ/Tina DeMaris RV Travel Article [https://www.rvtravel.com/fort-wilderness-closure-details-revealed-disney-world-announces-restrictions/?] The Mountain River Family Campground (Jared/Suzanne Garland) [https://www.mtnriverwnc.com/ ] Chuck Woodbury - FMCA Membership Question [https://www.rvtravel.com/fmca-attempts-save-club-make-sense/ ] Legitimate Donation Organizations All Hands and Hearts American Red Cross Americares Feeding America Greater Good Charities Samaritan's Purse Team Rubicon – a veteran-led humanitarian organization with more than 160,000 volunteers in the U.S. The Salvation Army The University of Tennessee Knoxville – Response to Hurricane Helene – Relief efforts. This very thorough website lists many volunteer organizations helping in each region affected by Hurricane Helene, organizations to donate funds to for specific locations, as well as locations to donate goods.

For those fall and winter travelers planning to hit the West Coast and travel the gorgeous roads up and down the coastline, be aware that major National Park areas are closing for maintenance. Oregon National Park Closures https://www.rvtravel.com/several-oregon-state-parks-and-campgrounds-closing-for-maintenance-8n-r1/maintenance Joshua Tree Nationa Park Bee Invasion https://www.rvtravel.com/invasive-bees-close-cottonwood-campground-joshua-tree Hiring Freeze - Russ & TIna DeMaris, RV Travel https://www.rvtravel.com/forest-service-drops-bombshell-temp-jobs-2025-season/ Margo's Book: For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collection [https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ]

The future of RV parks is here, IN-OUT automated RV parks for overnight safety under $50 per night. Find out more! Margo's Book: For Women Only, Traveling Solo, the Adventure of a Lifetime [https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ]

Latest updates to National Parks for Late Summer and Fall Russ & Tina DeMaris at RV Travel [https://www.rvtravel.com/several-oregon-state-parks-and-campgrounds-closing-for-maintenance-8n-r1/ ] [https://www.rvtravel.com/oregons-beverly-beach-campground-reopens-after-11-months-8n-r1/ ] Gail Marsh, RV TRavel: [https://www.rvtravel.com/sea-lion-invasion-closes-popular-california-beach ] Joshua Tree National Park, California: [https://www.nps.gov/jotr/index.htm ]

Great news for entrepreneurs that like to travel. Starlink Mini-Dish is a compact, portable kit that can easily fit in a backpack, designed to provide high-speed, low-latency internet on the go. For more information on Starlink service plans and reviews by users see the links here. Youtube Setup and Description: Mini Dish Starlink https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pmiwqor1F7M https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKNYid3Qg_A Starlink Website https://www.starlink.com/service-plans Margo's Book: RV Lifestyle Collection [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] on Amazon.

For you white-knuckle drivers out there, all GPS systems are going to make your trip safer with bridge height limitations. https://landline.media/new-york-assembly-approves-gps-systems-requirement-to-show-bridge-tunnel-heights/ https://www.pensketruckleasing.com/resources/resource-library/low-clearance/ https://esmartcontrol.com/news/merx-global-to-partner-with-e-smart-to-improve-fleet-safety-1-3

South Dakota information on Taxes and Benefits Nanci Dixon, RV Travel [https://www.rvtravel.com/south-dakota-county-moves-to-restrict-voting-rights-for-full-time-rvers-1165b/ ] South Dakota Searchlight [https://southdakotasearchlight.com/briefs/state-senate-votes-to-ditch-30-day-residency-requirement-for-voter-registration/] https://www.dakotapost.net/blog/the-benefits-of-south-dakota-residency-for-rv-owners The Tax Foundation[https://taxfoundation.org/location/south-dakota/ Tips for Full-time Workers: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjQKwU6iAhw ] ACLU of South Dakota [https://www.aclusd.org/en ]

The links below support the podcast: https://www.rvtravel.com/fire-restrictions-ramp-grand-canyon-check-list https://www.rvtravel.com/zion-park-tunnel-limits-rvs-happen-parks https://www.rvtravel.com/severe-flooding-major-disruptions-midwest https://www.rvtravel.com/health-officials-confirm-virus-illness-outbreak-grand-canyon https://www.rvtravel.com/mysterious-monolith-appears-las-vegas-desert Margo's Book: THE RV LIFESTYLE: A DREAM COME TRUE [ https://amzn.to/2JcYCER ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Otto Nest Camper: Kickstarter - $1,699 Pledge by June 20, 2024 Turns your minivan, SUV or Truck into a camper. [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ottocamper/otto-nest-camper-kit-that-turns-your-vehicle-into-an-rv ] Take a look!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

With all the tips in this podcast, you should be ready to meet most weather demands while RVing. https://www.rvtravel.com/video-rv-hurricane-preparedness-tips-big-storms-1935/ https://www.rvtravel.com/tips-surviving-lightning-rving-2356/ https://www.rvtravel.com/shhh-finding-quiet-rv-parks-2128/ https://www.rvtravel.com/trailer-struck-lightning/ Margo's Book: For Women Only: Traveling Solo [https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Today's podcast is all about the Great America Outdoors Act and late news on Florida and California travel. Great American Outdoors Act [https://www.hcn.org/articles/what-happened-to-the-great-american-outdoors-act/ ] National Park Services Index [https://www.nps.gov/subjects/infrastructure/index.htm ] Free Entry Fee April 20, 2024 All National Parks [https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/national-park-week.htm ] Russ and Tina DeMaris, RVTravel.com: Florida Drivers [https://www.rvtravel.com/florida-cracking-distracted-drivers/ ] Big Sur California Highway Conditions [https://www.bigsurcalifornia.org/highway_conditions.html ] Margo's Book: Conquer the Road, RV Maintenance for Travelers [ https://amzn.to/2L5H7bk ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Updates on the BLM and the Security & Exchange shinnigans, the BLM and the Internet, the civil suit against the Cashless policy at National Parks, the Solar Eclipse, and Fairground camping. Official Statement of the SEC: [https://www.sec.gov/files/rules/sro/nyse/2024/34-99355.pdf ] RV Travel Eclipse Article: [https://www.rvtravel.com/texas-state-parks-eclipse-gazers ] Russ & Tina DeMaris Fairground Article: [https://www.rvtravel.com/fairgrounds-camping-alternatives-rvers-hoof ] Margo's Book: Traveling Solo, the Adventure of a Lifetime [https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

There is never a dull moment in the RV lifestyle. Check out the latest Trends. Consumer Disclosure Reports Lexis/Nexis Report: [https://vehicleprivacyreport.com ] Verisk Report: [https://fcra.verisk.com/#/ ] RV Travel Article: Motorhome Towing a Helicopter [https://www.rvtravel.com/helicopter959/ ] RVTravel.com/Andy Zipser's Dyrt Camping Report [https://www.rvtravel.com/the-dyrt-report-new-trends-1148b/ ] Russ & Tina Demaris RVTravel.com [https://www.rvtravel.com/suit-stop-park-service-cashless-filed ] Forbes Road Rage Article [https://www.forbes.com/advisor/car-insurance/state-rankings-confrontational-drivers/ ] Margo's Book at Amazon: "RV Lifestyle Collection" [https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

All Electric recreational vehicles are popping to the surface rapidly now, folks. Sadly for us, it is The European market that is offering several alternatives to gas hogs, the USA is slowly moving in that direction. All the latest innovations will be in Las Vegas, NV, November 2024 at the RVDA Convention Expo. Margo's Book: For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collection [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

During this Valentine Holiday, come with me to explore the Chocolate Road across the nation. Visit the best states for full-time living too and great chocolates. The Best Chocolate Shops in Every State: [https://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/best-chocolate-shop-every-state-gallery/ ] Best States for Full-time RVers: [ https://www.rvtravel.com/draft-top-states-full-time-rvers-ft48] Margo's Book: Conquer the Road: RV Maintenance for Travelers [https://amzn.to/2L5H7bk ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

If you belong to the retired group of RV travelers (called Boomers) that are happy with a supplemental income or simply a cut in expenses, the workamping lifestyle is a good fit for you. This part-time job may give you a feeling of satisfaction and continued value to society. Rather than sit home waiting for the end, you prefer to venture out and learn new things, meet new people, see the world. Cutting your ties to the dreary workaday, your life now has excitement every day. If you are younger and adventureous, this life also works for you. With the pressure on for better ways to communicate by Wi-fi and Satellite, your future looks bright. Now you can work anywhere and still cut your living expenses. Websites mentioned in the podcast: Tina & RussDemaris Article at RVTravel.com [ https://www.rvtravel.com/campground-host-mountain-states-apply/ ] CoolWorks.com Workampers.com Escapees.com Margo's Book: RV Lifestyle Collection [https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

This podcast is part 2 of the explanation of how the BLM and the SEC is planning to lease our National Parks and other lands including the BLM lands in Arizona. Supposedly all in the name of conservation and management. Remember the title "Conservation and Landscape Health" because it spells the end of RVing on public lands, in national parks, and probably even our annual Quartsite festivities. Here are links to articles that more fully explain this scheme: Randall Brink, RVTravel.com: https://www.rvtravel.com/blm-sec-maneuvering-sell-public-lands-future-camping-could-be-significantly-impacted-1138b Congresswoman Hageman of Wyoming Links: https://hageman.house.gov/media/in-the-news/natural-asset-companies-proposed-rule-threatens-property-rights Comments can be submitted here:  https://www.sec.gov/rules/sro/sr-nyse-2023-09 Attorneys General of 25 states Comment: https://americanstewards.us/states-attorneys-general-send-scathing-letter-opposing-nacs/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

The Latest Scheme to Destroy our National Sovereignty Do you want our National Parks, momuments, and open ranges sold off to foreign entities? Yes, yet another attempt to dissolve the United States of America is apparent in the latest scheme to create a new SEC option, Natural Asset Companies or NAC. Find out the rest of the story... Randall Brink, RVTravel.com: [https://www.rvtravel.com/blm-sec-maneuvering-sell-public-lands-future-camping-could-be-significantly-impacted-1138b ] Congresswoman Hageman of Wyoming Links: [https://hageman.house.gov/media/in-the-news/natural-asset-companies-proposed-rule-threatens-property-rights Attorneys General of 25 states - Comment: [https://americanstewards.us/states-attorneys-general-send-scathing-letter-opposing-nacs/ ] Your Comments can be submitted here: [ https://www.sec.gov/rules/sro/sr-nyse-2023-09 ] Margo's Book: The RV Lifestyle: A Dream Come True [https://amzn.to/2JcYCER ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Here are some great tips for 2024! Find a qualified RV technician: RV Technician Association of America [https://RVTAA.org ] About RV Tire Pressure: Roger Marble's article RVTravel.com [https://www.rvtravel.com/what-does-max-psi-on-tire-sidewall-mean-rvt-1136 ] Basement Air Conditioning: Dave Solberg RVTravel.com [https://www.rvtravel.com/looking-to-purchase-a-class-a-with-basement-ac-your-thoughts-rvdt-2279 ] RV Warranties:Are they worth it? [https://drivinvibin.com/2021/10/26/void-rv-warranty/ ] Driving in the Fog: Gail Marsh's article in RVTravel.com: [https://www.rvtravel.com/10-tips-driving-rv-fog-2279 ] Margo's Book: For Women Only: Traveling Solo in Your RV, An Adventure of a Lifetime [https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

What's Happening in 2024 Yes, 2024 is going to be a year to remember. This year is full of changes, so relax and enjoy. Keep in mind the way to really enjoy 2024 is following the 3-3-3 rule of RVing. Russ and Tiña De Maris, RV Travel.com: National Park Free FeeEntry Days [ https://www.rvtravel.com/national-parks-announces-fee-free-entry-days Amazon News - Kuiper November Update [ https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/innovation-at-amazon/what-is-amazon-project-kuiper ] Chuck Woodbury, RV Travel.com [ https://www.rvtravel.com/unscrupulous-towing-services-charge-figures-tow] [ https://landline.media/predatory-towing-remains-a-costly-issue/ ] RV Lifestyle Magazine List of RV Shows for 2024 [ https://www.rvlifemag.com/rv-show-calendar-2023-usa-events/ ] Margo's Book: RV Lifestyle Collection - 3 books in one edition: Traveling Solo, Motorhome Care, & How to Save Money. [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Here we are on Thanksgiving eve looking out over hundreds of RV roofs OR possibly a lovely vista with not an RV in sight. We take this moment to give thanks to the Universe for giving us this wonderful choice of lifestyle, to be free of the hum drum of living and the world's troubles, even if just for a few weeks. Margo's book: "For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collection" [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

If you are heading West for the winter, you might want to readjust your expectations about the RV Lifestyle. Safety is now at the top of my list for this winter's trip. No more pulling into a dark shopping center lot for a few hours rest, certainly not stopping on the side of the road. I yearn for the carefree days when everyone including the environment was my friend. Here are a few tips to keep you safe. The Russos [ https://weretherussos.com/rv-safety/] Garmin Satellite Phone [ https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Explorer-Satellite-Communicator-Navigation/dp/B01MY03CZP/] Margo's Book "For Women Only: Traveling Solo in Your RV, the Adventure of a Lifetime" [ https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

The RV lifestyle public relations picture is changing with every current article or critique that hits the electronic press. The reason may be that more people are being exposed to the realities of a traveling lifestyle. As cool as “the life” sounds, many sacrifices may be required for it to be successful for you. Plus, the lack of qualified support for the lifestyle is finally being exposed. RV Travel's Janet Groene "Scammers" [ https://www.rvtravel.com/scammers-creative-rv-scams-careful-1128 ] Camping in America's City & Town Parks - July 2023 [ https://www.amazon.com/Camping-Americas-City-Town-Parks/dp/1885464959 ] Love's RV Stops [ https://www.camplife.com/campground/Loves+RV+Stops ] Margo's Book: 25 years Full-time Travel "For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collection" [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

We may have to reexamine our lifestyle and break out of the loop we have created for our lives. Without an increase in income, it gets tougher to meet today's overhead and still have enough to enjoy all the pleasures the RV life offers us. Workamping Jobs [ https://workamping.com ] CARB (California Air Resources Board) [ https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/new-california-requirements-heavy-duty-vehicles-and-trus ] Nanci Dixon - RV Industry [ https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-service-centers-readers-speak-out-1122/ ] Escapees Online University: [ https://escapees.com/education/rvers-online-university/ ] Margo's Book: Conquer the Road, RV Maintenance [ https://amzn.to/2L5H7bk ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

*RV Lifestyle Expert Podcast - Hot News* Starlink Article: [ https://www.rvtravel.com/starlink-news-spacex-gets-green-light-for-two-new-dishes-loses-200-satellites-rvt-1123b/ ] Emergency Alert Info: [https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20230803/fema-and-fcc-plan-nationwide-emergency-alert-test-oct-4-2023 ] Workampers Article [https://liveworkdream.com/2022/03/23/new-workampers-today/] News about 2024 Quartzsite AZ Rock & Gem Show: January 5th - 14th, 2024. Show Hours 9 AM – 5 PM each day. PowWow Gem & Mineral Show: January 17th-22nd, 2024 Quartzsite Sports, Vacation & RV show runs Jan 21 – Jan 29. 9 AM to 5 PM New Quartzsite RV Park Desert Gardens Quartzsite RV Park off exit 17 on i-10, full hookups. Free camping as usual at the Plamosa Road BLM area Exit 17, then north on US 95 about 5.7 miles. Margo's Book: "RV Lifestyle Collection" [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Traveling at any time with a pet means having a plan for emergencies and the expenses that follow. Below are a few websites mentioned in the podcast that you can explore to make travel safer for your pets. Barx Buddy Trainer.com [ https://www.barxbuddytrainer.com/enV1/deal.php ] Bring Fido.com Reviews on Pet Friendly Accommodations [ https://www.bringfido.com/ ] Waggin'Tail Ranch RV Park [ http://www.waggintailrv.com ] Social Media for Pets [ https://www.petdwelling.com/ ] Waggle Pet Monitor [ https://mywaggle.com/pages/how-waggle-works ] My book: For Women Only: Traveling Solo in Your RV, The Adventure of a Lifetime [ https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

With the problem of homelessness now front and center, some states are taking action to help RVers find safe parking spots. States that are popular destinations for RVers are facing multiple problems finding RV accommodations they can afford. Here is the latest information in the news. Oregon's Long-Term Stay Laws [ https://www.rvtravel.com/oregon-law-alters-rv-park-tenancy-1117b ] Los Angeles, CA New RV Homelessness Project [ https://yovenice.com/2023/03/23/los-angeles-city-council-takes-steps-to-address-rv-homelessness/ ] San Jose, CA [ https://abc7news.com/rv-parking-site-san-jose-city-council-homeless/13353089 ] Phoenix, AZ [ https://www.azfamily.com/2023/06/29/phoenix-city-council-approves-homeless-campground-downtown/ ] Texas: Operation Texas Strong: [ https://operationtexasstrong.com ] RVs for Vets Washington: Washington Christian Ministry, Minister William Sweet, 63 Cosmic Lane, Richlang WA 99354 [Phone: 509-438-8974 eMail: wmrsweet@gmail.com] Oregon: Home on Wheels Project, David Strahan - Facebook: Hope on Wheels Strahan National: Vehicles for Veterans [ https://www.vehiclesforveterans.org/ ] National organization Margo's Book: Condo on Wheels, RV Luxury Home Under $30,000 [ https://amzn.to/2SyHDow ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

We are now past the ability to project weather with any predictability. Snow in the summer, hot weather patches in the winter, it is crazy. Unfortunately, for those of us that live the life, it throws a kink in our plan to make the RVing lifestyle pretty effortless. Here are some tools to help smooth out the lifestyle: RV Weather [ https://rvweather.com/weather-for-action-2 ] Hazard Call [ weathercallservices.com/hazardcall-for-rvs] Campflare [ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/campflare/id1670055811 ] CampNab [ https://campnab.com ] Dyrt Alerts [ https://thedyrt.com/alerts ] 4-person Survival Kit [ https://www.stealthangelsurvival.com/products/stealth-angel-4-person-emergency-kit-survival-bag-72-hours ] Margo's Book: RV Lifestyle Collection [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

We are now very aware that the weather itself holds some hazardous signs for summer travel. It does not seem to matter where you head for the summer, expect sudden changes to affect your plans. Since making reservations for destinations and even nightly travel stops are important right now, be prepared to change course mid-stream. Websites Addresses to save for traveling in dangerous weather: https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/index.htm - National Traffic & Road Closure Info http://www.safetravelusa.com/ - Road & Traffic Conditions Across the Nation https://www.weather.gov/alerts - National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA.gov) – Individual states linked at the bottom of page https://www.rvtravel.com/resources/ - RV Travel.com Road Resources https://www.rvtravel.com/storm-shelters946 - RVTravel.com's List RV Parks with Storm Shelters https://www.amazon.com/DK-CD03-LED-Road-Flare-Emergency/dp/B0BJVM8SG9 - Sample of Road Emergency LED Equipment at Amazon --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

We are so blessed to have the months and years living real freedom on the road. But at some point, we must all “hang up the keys” for the last time. Possibly your first exposure to death comes from your neighbor in the next site, or your travel partner for many years. Find out what to do in the first few hours of your panic. Call someone to talk to: Crisis Call Center (775) 784-8090 Get details on donating their body to science for a no-cost cremation: https://www.sciencecare.com https://medcure.org/donor AARP Checklist of items to cover in the first few weeks: https://www.aarp.org/home-family/friends-family/info-2020/when-loved-one-dies-checklist Facebook Group: [ https://www.facebook.com/groups/legacylossofaspouse ] Pet Compassion Careline: [ https://www.gatewayservicesinc.com/pet-compassion-careline ] Lap of Love: [ https://www.lapoflove.com/our-services/pet-loss-support ] Everlife Support Groups by State: [ https://www.everlifememorials.com/Pet-Loss-Support-Groups-s/443.htm ] Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement: [ https://www.aplb.org/ ] Margo's Book: For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collection [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

The latest polls taken among RVers point to spending more time outdoors, using a base camp to explore the area. Buying luxury fifth wheels and motorhomes is not what the millennial age group is interested in right now. Evidently they want to develop their careers or fortune-building period of their lives and see the USA at the same time. Margo's Book: RV Lifestyle Collection [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

For those of you just starting your RV adventure, one of the mental preparations to make for the first trip (and really all future trips) is patience. You may have heard the rumor that maintenance can be ongoing and expensive. “Be maintenance ready” is a phase that resounds with all RV travelers, and many that just live in an RV all year. Escapees RV Club Online Univerity [ https://escapees.com/education/rvers-online-university/ ] Escapees In-Person Boot Camp & Training [ https://escapees.com/education/rvers-boot-camp/ National RV Training Academy [ https://nrvta.com/ ] NRVIA Certification Class For Women [ https://www.rvia.org/article-tags/certification ] Margo's Book: Conquer the Road: RV Maintenance for Travelers [ https://amzn.to/2L5H7bk ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Ah… traveling down the road on your first RV adventure. It is exciting but scary too. All alone except for the sound of barking … or purring by your side. Making all the decisions about where to go, when to stop, and even the choice of what's for lunch. Exhilarating isn't it. RV Clubs that cater to solo travelers: Escapees RV Club [ https://escapees.com ] Wandering Individuals Network [ https://wanderingindividualsnetwork.com ] RVing Women [ https://www.rvingwomen.com ] At Amazon - Margo's Book (paperback and eBook): For Women Only: Traveling Solo, the Adventure of a Lifetime [ https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

You may of thought about bringing a bicycle along on the next RV trip, but the negatives seem to overpower the positives, and you forget about it. Think about bicycles in a new way if you add an electric engine. Now you can travel farther with less effort. Margo's Book: Healthcare & The RV Lifestyle: Learn the rules of the Healthcare Game [ https://amzn.to/2L20pBI ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

In the RVing world, we are often on the road with little or no real information about what is going on in the world in which we travel. Although we are not affected as much as people stuck in one place, any time our online world is challenged with a new development, we need to be read in. Artificial Intelligence is just the latest adventure. Margo's Book: For Women Only, Traveling Solo in your RV, the Adventure of a Lifetime [ https://amzn.to/2KP4t9f ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

The Village Lifestyle Now Available The world we live in here in the United States is finally catching on to the real RV lifestyle. It is not for everyone, just for the adventurous freedom-loving among us. To really GET this life you must be ready to put materialism in the past. This is not as easy as it seems. Letting go is tougher than you think. Margo's Book: Condo-on-Wheels, Luxury Home Under $30,000 [ https://amzn.to/38KIF6c ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Now what! New Legal Changes That May Affect You This year with crowded campgrounds being the rule, be a good neighbor and make reservations early and be there on time. Most states are creating new rules to handle this overload. Changes in legal definitions that apply to RVers are in the works. In this issue: Causal photography Restrictions in the National Park system [ https://www.rvtravel.com/shoot-videos-national-park-permit-again-1093b/ ] Voting in South Dakota for Full-timers is in jeopardy. [ https://www.rvtravel.com/south-dakota-proposes-law-to-end-full-time-rvers-domicile-voting-rights-rvt-1090b/ ] Cashless registration is picking up momentum along with RV Park laundry use. Law against allowing Junk Fees on Recreational.GOV is in the court room right now. [ https://www.rvtravel.com/federal-lawsuit-seeks-halt-and-restitution-of-wrongful-fees-charged-by-recreationgov-rvt-1093b/ ] California Golden Bear Pass is available this year, many other passes too. [ https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1049 ] Margo's book: Condo-on-Wheels [ https://amzn.to/2SyHDow ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message

Tune into the News Update from Margo that covers the closing of RVillage, new voter registration bills coming out of the South Datota legislature, FMCA Rally date change and travel trends for 2023. Margo's book, RV Lifestyle Collection [ https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g ] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/margo-armstrong/message