Getaway On The Gulf
South of the busy Tampa-St. Petersburg area, Interstate 75 leads travelers toward a region along the Gulf of Mexico with great beaches but fewer crowds.
View ArticleMeet The National Area Vice Presidents
FMCA's Executive Committee is made up of the national president, senior vice president, secretary, and treasurer, along with the 10 area vice presidents. FMCA members were able to learn more about the...
View ArticleWhat Is RVIA?
Next to your motorhome’s entrance door, you likely will find a small black-and-gold emblem like the one shown in the illustration. It is the seal of the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA).
View ArticleHonda's AquaTrax Personal Watercraft
I was watching TV a few months ago when a commercial that flashed across the screen caught my attention. "Hey, Hon, take a look at this," I called to my wife.
View ArticleGreetings From Goliad
Some Christmas travel destinations quickly fade from memory, just like shooting stars. Not so with Goliad, Texas, the "Star of the South." Goliad's stellar attractions shine year-round, but at...
View ArticleThe National Atomic Museum
Since the beginning of civilization, man has sought a bigger stick -- to protect his family, keep the belongings that were his, and, on occasion, to take the things that weren't. This most likely will...
View ArticleSafe Motorhoming
Traveling by motorhome is a comfortable way to visit different parts of North America. But the cozy confines of your motor coach may cause you to become too relaxed, allowing your natural defenses to...
View ArticleStep Back In Time To Waynesville
If you're looking for small-town America, then a visit to the village of Waynesville, Ohio, is in order. Located in the southwestern part of the state, this quaint town is a mecca for those seeking a...
View ArticleFMCA National President
I have now completed one term as president of FMCA and would like to thank everyone for their support this past year. During the Governing Board meeting on September 30 in Hutchinson, Kansas,...
View ArticleTake Time To Take Care
A few years back, my wife, Joan, and I flew from Hong Kong to Los Angeles with only brief stops in Tokyo to refuel and in Honolulu to clear customs. Although we fortunately had seats with plenty of...
View ArticleFMCA's Constitution: It's Time To Cast Your Ballot
Approximately four years ago, FMCA leaders decided to begin the process of developing a long-range plan and modernizing the association's governing documents. The first step was to establish a...
View ArticleReaders' Forum: November 2002
The "Holding Tank Headaches?" article that appeared in the August 2002 issue (page 68) was not properly attributed to Tony Suddon, its primary author. Mr.
View ArticleTechnical Inquiries: November 2002
Q: What kind of information do you have on braking systems for towed vehicles? Can you recommend any system? I have a motorhome with hydraulic brakes and I will tow a Honda Accord.Don Rader,...
View ArticleA Rally To Remember
Members of FMCA's Golden Spike and Western Bounders & Buddies chapters have enjoyed many good times at rallies and different outings throughout the years. But every so often there is one...
View ArticleThe Arctic Travelers
With colder weather creeping up on us, we're reminded that winter isn't far off. But for some FMCA members, winter is a lifestyle rather than a season.
View ArticleFog And The Forest
Some years back, we lived in an area that claimed to be the foggiest place in the United States. Old-timers said the location had been used during World War II to test the ability of pilots to land...
View ArticleWinter Warm-Ups
Winter camping is a snug and cozy time, when meals are more fun to make, because they warm up the interior of the coach and fill it with great aromas. The family is hungrier, fresh from the ski slopes...
View ArticleAmerican Indian History
November has been designated “National American Indian Heritage Month†in the United States, so we decided to recommend some sites to visit to help celebrate the occasion. Those who live in or are...
View ArticleInsurance Assurance
When you decide to make your motorhome your full-time residence, one part of the process must be to take a look at your insurance coverage. The RV insurance policy you had as a homeowner and part-time...
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