What does a “green” RV really mean?
In an attempt to “go green”, some RV manufacturers have started building RVs to the consensus standards used in the modular and manufactured housing industries. When an RV gets the “Certified Green” badge, TRA has certified that the manufacturer has used the proper process, materials and components to assemble a green RV.
Waste water is an often overlooked element of going greener while enjoying the RV lifestyle, but one that plays a huge role in the calculation of our environmental footprint. In order to treat waste while living in an RV, it is necessary to use products that both eliminate odors and help to break down and liquefy solid waste. But conventional holding tank deodorizers and treatment chemicals use highly toxic ingredients like formaldehyde and ammonia.
Geocaching is one way to make your RV experience more interesting for the whole family. This high-tech version of a scavenger hunt is a great way to practice using your navigation system. You're on the road already, so why not go ahead and have fun while you travel.
We've all read about fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Somewhere down the road, a hybrid coach may even be in development. But there's another way to 'green' up the space in your RV and save yourself some money to boot. Bring along a garden.
While gardening on the go presents some challenges, those of us who love green and growing things don't have to leave them behind when we hit the road. There are a variety of options, depending on the space you have available, what you want to grow, and how dedicated you are to maintaining your garden.
If you're an outdoor enthusiast, you like to explore and experience the wonders of nature. Fortunately, you don't have to camp in a tent to take in the great outdoors. One fun way to explore the world is in a recreational vehicle that gives you the chance to spend all your time in the natural environment you enjoy without giving up the comforts of home.
Especially if you live in the northern climes, winterizing your RV is an important step to protecting your investment. Whether you store your RV in paid storage or at your home, it will still be unoccupied for long periods of time. Mother Nature tends to invade, so here are some ways you can keep her out.
Empty your holding tanks. The best time to do this is at completion of your final trip of the summer or fall. Use a dump station, and flush a goodly amount of water through the tanks.
Few moments are as trying as driving a long distance with bored children or waiting in endless traffic with nothing to do. Even with today's surplus of electronic travel gadgets, you may find yourself searching for a quick and easy game to play on the road either to keep yourself engaged or to stop the endless whining of your passengers. Here are some tried and true, road-tested winning games to play on the road.
If you've ever wanted to extend your RV season, now's the time! Traveling in the spring and fall, or even the winter, can be a wonderful experience. You'll avoid the summer crowds, enjoy reduced costs, and generally just have a more relaxing time. Spring and fall are generally referred to as the 'shoulder seasons', while winter is 'off season' in most areas of the country.
Ever since the first brightly shimmering silver Airstreams starting tooling down America's Highways, RVs have been the icon of the family summer vacation. RVs have always been a great way to 'see the sights' while getting a lot of bang for your travel buck, and today with everybody's belt getting a little tighter, more and more families may be taking to the road this summer.
When I was single, I spent years camping with my single friends, sleeping in the back of my pickup truck and eating cold pizza from my cooler. Ten years, a husband and two children later, my camping trips are now a regimented series of events. Even if I had no children, I now tow a pop up camper which provides a much better place to sleep, but requires a bit more planning on my part.
