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Living Forest.com New for 2006! Nearby Attractions Newcastle Island Nanaimo Seawall Restaurants Walks & Hikes Birdwatching in the Park Seasonal Camping Useful Links Highest Facilities rating in B.C. Welcome to the Living Forest Oceanside Campground and RV Park! Make our park your home base to see the natural beauty of Vancouver Island. The Living Forest Campground is 53 acres of pristine forested land situated on a peninsula where the Nanaimo River joins the ocean-- there's water on three sides of this spectacular park. RV's and tenters have a wide selection of serviced and unserviced sites for every taste-- sunny sites, riverside sites, oceanview sites, and secluded forested sites. Click here to reserve online! If you plan to stay two or more nights in a row on the same site during July or August, please call the office directly, 250-755-1755 or email oceanrv@campingbc.com , to ensure you won't have to change sites while you're here. Shouldn't you be in this picture? It's hard to believe this tranquil setting is only a five minute walk to a shopping mall, and a five minute drive to downtown Nanaimo, a vibrant city of 100,000 and boasting one of North America's most beautiful harbours. Close to ferries and main highways, the Nanaimo location makes our park the perfect base camp to explore the hundreds of Vancouver Island attractions awaiting you, knowing you'll have a fabulous, affordable park to return to each evening. Day trips from here could include scuba diving, fishing, crabbing, bungy jumping, a cruise to the West Coast, Gulf Islands wildlife cruises, whale watching cruises, scenic train rides, golf, mural tours, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, mountain climbing, waterfall viewing, old growth forest walks, swimming in lakes, rivers, the ocean, aquatic centres, chairlift rides, waterslides, shopping --whew!--if you think of anything else, it's probably available too! On site you can enjoy a stroll along the river, in the forest, or go kayaking or canoeing, maybe swim in the river-- even try birdwatching, or play basketball, beach volleyball, or lawn bocci- so many choices! And when the time comes, kick back and take in the breathtaking view of the Nanaimo Harbour and Gulf Islands. The many members of this family run park have spent years exploring supernatural Vancouver Island, and can guide you to just about any activity you can think of. Come for a day, a week, or a season! At the Living Forest, we've got it all! Click here to see What's New for 2006! click for sounds of nature at the Living Forest Home Features Pictures Park Map Rates Directions Contact

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How to Buy a Motor Home - eHow.com Clear Instructions on How To Do (just about) Everything Web eHow.com Home Finance & Business Center Real Estate How to Buy a Motor Home If you're in the market for a motor home or a recreational vehicle (RV), shop around to get the best buy for your recreational dollars. Steps: 1. Determine what type of motor home suits your needs, desires and budget. Consider such factors as size, price, usage (weekend trips or extended travel), motorized vs. towed models, and space requirements. 2. Attend an RV show to view a wide selection of motor homes. Talk to different RV dealers. 3. Get recommendations on suggested features and models by talking to current motor home owners, such as friends and family members. 4. Narrow your selection by viewing features of different models on RV Internet sites or by subscribing to RV magazines. 5. Rent an RV for a weekend or a few days to "test drive" the type of motor home that you're considering. 6. Consider where you will store or park your motor home when you're not using it. Check out storage costs, parking regulations and parking space availability in your neighborhood. 7. Examine your finances and arrange for financing through an RV dealership or a lending institution. 8. Make an offer on your final selection. Tips: Motor homes come in all sizes, shapes and prices - so study your options to find the RV that's right for you. Warnings: New recreational vehicles, like automobiles, depreciate rapidly during the first few years of use. Please Share Your Tips with Us More Resources: Contribute to eHow: Write an eHow Article Suggest a Topic Give Us Feedback on This Article Related eHows: Buy a Vacation Home Buy an RV Rent a Vacation Home Get a Debt Consolidation Loan Project Details: Skill Advisory: Moderate New! -- Related eHows: Buy a Vacation Home Buy an RV Rent a Vacation Home Get a Debt Consolidation Loan Check out Thousands of How-To Solutions in eHow's Centers Automotive Careers & Education Computers & Home Electronics Family & Relationships Finance & Business Food & Entertaining Health Hobbies & Games Holidays & Traditions Home & Garden Personal Care & Style Pets Sports & Fitness Travel How to: --? Web eHow.com Home | Site Map | About Us | How To Books | Link to eHow Subscribe to the eHow of the Day Mailing List : Have the eHow of the Day appear on your My Yahoo! Page: Add the eHow of the Day to your RSS reader: © 1999-2005 eHow, Inc. How things get done. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .

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ATV Safety Laws Massachusetts Recreation Vehicle Safety Laws The following abstracts summarize some important Massachusetts recreation vehicle laws as of August 2001. For the complete law refer to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 90B (Sections 20-35) and 323 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 3.00, available in booklet form. Recreation Vehicle-Defined Any motor vehicle designed or modified for use over unimproved terrain, if used for recreation or pleasure off a public way. Also, includes all legally registered motor vehicles when used off a public way. Any motor vehicle registered under Chapter 90 will not be subject to registration under Chapter 90B, but must display a current motor vehicle registration. Age Restrictions No person under 14 years of age shall operate a recreation vehicle, except as provided below: A person who is 12 or 13 years of age may operate if directly supervised by a person 18 years of age or older. A person, who is 10 or 11 years of age, may operate if directly supervised by a person 18 years old or older and the vehicle is operated on land upon which the operator lives. A person under 14 years of age may operate in a sanctioned race, rally, or organized event, which has been approved by the appropriate local authority. Under no circumstances, may a person operate who is less than 10 years of age. No person under the age of 16 and ½ years of age shall operate a recreation vehicle across a public way. Prohibited Operation: The following are examples of prohibited operation Operating under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Operating on public ways or upon the right-of-way limits of a controlled access highway. Failure to come to a complete stop when crossing a public way (must yield to motor vehicle traffic). No person under 16½ years of age shall operate across a public way. Operating so as to endanger any person or property. Operating at an unreasonable, improper, and unsafe speed for existing conditions. Operating on land of another without permission of the owner. (Permission may be given to an individual or group). Operating within 150 feet of an occupied residence without permission of the owner. Operating on an ocean beach or sand dune in a manner so as to destroy, damage or break down any beach, dune or dune grass. Operating in a manner so as to harass or chase wildlife or domestic animals. Operating on a wetland such as a bog, marsh, or swamp so as to destroy or damage the wetland, if such area has been designated and posted as a protected wetland area. Operating in Wildlife Mangagement Areas. Safety Equipment Persons operating or riding on a recreation vehicle shall wear an approved helmet. Each recreation vehicle must also be equipped with an adequate braking system. An adequate muffler designed to reduce unusual or excessive noise and obnoxious fumes is required. Each recreation vehicle must be equipped with and display after sunset, one or more headlights, a red rear light and red rear reflector. Trailers attached to recreation vehicle must have a red rear reflector. Trail Etiquette Observing trail etiquette is important, particularly when trails are heavily used. Whenever possible all recreation vehicles shall keep to the right side of trails. Please stay within the trail corridor and respect adjacent private and public land. When passing hikers, horseback riders, and other such trail users, operators shall reduce speed, yield right-of-way, and not pass until it can be accomplished with complete safety. Operators shall not accelerate until beyond 50 feet of such trail users. Registration, Decals and Trail Permits Recreation vehicles operated on public or private property must be registered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, except if used solely on land owned by the operator. Out-of-state recreation vehicle registrations are not valid in Massachusetts. The registration certificate shall be in possession for examination by a law enforcement officer or landowner. The registration plate shall be displayed on the back of each recreation vehicle. For further registration information call (617) 626-1610. Violations To report violations of off-road recreation vehicle, environmental, or wildlife laws please contact the Environmental Police Radio Communications Center at 1-800-632-8075. Riding Area Information The state Division of Forest & Parks has designated areas and trails for the use of recreation vehicles. For additional information contact the regional DFP offices or their main Boston office at (617) 626-1453. Accidents The operator or owner of a recreation vehicle involved in a collision, accident or other such causality resulting in death or injury to a person or damage to property in excess of $50.00 shall notify a law enforcement officer immediately and file a written report of the incident with the Massachusetts Environmental Police within 48 hours. To obtain accident report forms or further safety/legal information contact the Boat & RV Safety Bureau at (617) 727-8760. RETURN TO TOP Date last updated: 09/04/2001 Privacy Policy For DLE website content contact: William.Sullivan@state.ma.us Commonwealth of Massachusetts Home Page Executive Office of Environmental Affairs Home Page Home | Commissioner's Office | MassWildlife | Marine Fisheries | Law Enforcement | Riverways | Public Access Board | Site Navigation | Department Overview | Information Central | Licenses | GIS Program | Links | FAQs

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Fleetwood Enterprises | News Release NYSE: FLE $11.75 CHANGE: - 0.05 (0.42%) Jan.24.06/4:01 p.m. ET Home | Company Information | Investor Relations | Customer Care | Contact The Company Description Value Statement Recreational Vehicles Manufactured Housing Supply Subsidiaries Management Company Timeline News Releases 2006 Releases 2005 Releases 2004 Releases 2003 Releases 2002 Releases 2001 Releases Corporate Governance Message from Chairman Message from CEO Board of Directors Committee Charters and Governance Documents Media Fact Sheet Annual Reports Contact Info To learn about our line-up of recreational vehicles, order literature, or find a dealer, visit: www.fleetwoodrv.com For information about our innovative manufactured homes or to find a retailer, visit: www.fleetwoodhomes.com News Release View printer-friendly version << Back Fleetwood RV Joins 'John Ratzenberger's Made in America' on the Travel Channel Two Class A Diesel Motor Homes Will Serve as 'Living Space' for Host and Crew RIVERSIDE, Calif., Dec. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fleetwood RV, aleading manufacturer of recreational vehicles, today announced itscollaboration with "John Ratzenberger's Made In America," the nationallysyndicated show airing on the Travel Channel. The series spotlights Americancompanies producing classic American products such as Coca-Cola, Jeep,Hawaiian Tropic, Wilson Sporting Goods and 3M. Fleetwood RV worked with Creative Differences, the series' productioncompany, to supply two Class A diesel motor homes, a 2006 Expedition 37U andProvidence 39C. The motor homes served as traveling "living spaces" for thehost, John Ratzenberger, and the film crew, making their extensive travel timemore enjoyable and comfortable. The 2006 Expedition and Providence are part of Fleetwood RV's 2006 line ofClass A diesel motor homes. Designed to maximize function and space, theyoffer quality and comfort while maintaining style. Each unit's sturdyconstruction and top-of-the-line amenities include a fully-functional kitchen,stylish bedroom and deluxe entertainment center incentives, which make themideal for traveling for long periods of time. "Fleetwood RV is very pleased to participate in a reputable series like'John Ratzenberger's Made in America,'" said Chris Braun, Executive VicePresident of Fleetwood RV. "The show provides an ideal platform to showcasethe functionality and style of Fleetwood RV products and to introduce theirversatility to a broad audience with an avid interest in traveling." "John Ratzenberger's Made in America" airs on the Travel Channel Tuesdaynights at 9 PM ET/PT. The series' third season began airing onDecember 6, 2005. It is one of the most popular shows on the Travel Channel,posting a ratings gain of 67 percent from last year. "Fleetwood RV is an integral part in making the third season of 'JohnRatzenberger's Made in America' a success," said Shayne Lewin of CreativeDifferences. "It is entirely fitting that a quality American company offerstheir services for a show celebrating American companies and the people behindthem." Fleetwood RV was featured in an episode from the series' second season,which featured John Ratzenberger touring the company's Riverside motor homemanufacturing plant and paint facility. Ratzenberger finished the segment bydriving a finished Pace Arrow motor home right off the assembly line. About "John Ratzenberger's Made in America" "John Ratzenberger's Made in America" is a nationally syndicated show onthe Travel Channel, focusing on stories of the best people, places andproducts in the United States. The program (airing Tuesdays beginning at9:00 p.m. EST) spotlights distinctively American companies and products, andthe unique niche each has found in pop culture. The show has featured suchflagship American companies as Harley Davidson, Crayola and Campbell's Soup.Now in its third season, "John Ratzenberger's Made in America" will featuresuch companies as Samuel Adams Beer, Diamond Matches, Tootsie Roll Industries,Inc., Kitchen Aid, Kohler, and Pendleton Wooden Mills. About Fleetwood Enterprises Fleetwood RV is a division of Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: FLE), aleading manufacturer of recreational vehicles and a leading producer ofmanufactured housing. Fleetwood's recreational vehicle line includes motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, truck campers and folding trailers.Fleetwood RV products are distributed through a nationwide network of morethan 1,200 dealers. For more information on Fleetwood Enterprises, visit ourwebsite at www.fleetwood.com or call 1-800-322-8216. 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Bird RV and Bike - Denver Colorado RV Rental and Sales, Travel Trailer Rental, Camper Van Rental, Electric Bicycle Rental and Sales, Rooftop Tent Sales Make Reservations Here! Please visit our Reservations page to learn how to reserve an RV for your next trip or Vacation! Electric Assist Bicycles! The highest quality electric bicycles, Giant electric bikes, Revive electric bikes, Giatex folding electric bikes and BionX eletctric bike kits. These electric bikes are designed to smoothly blend rider pedaling effort with motor power. Click here to find out more! Get An Electric Bike! Possibly the lightest electric bike available, the La free Lite is a pure hybrid designed to smoothly blend rider pedaling effort with motor power. Click here to find out more! -- This is where the fun and adventure of RV travel and RV camping begins. We are Colorado's Leader in RV Rentals of Motor Homes, Travel Trailers, and electric bicycles. Here, you will find the cleanest RV's loaded with popular options (For example, all our RV units are equipped with roll out awnings that we actually allow you to use). All RV units are non-smoking with pet friendly RV models available. One big advantage for you, we only offer one week minimum rentals and do not send the RV in and out on the same day. This allows time to really clean, and also lets us concentrate on all the details; so you can concentrate on having a wonderful vacation (Our cleaning staff even goes to the extra care to clean things like the steering wheel and dash controls, as well as the windshield, windows and mirrors. You can be assured that your RV from Bird RV will be very clean, ready to go, with the fresh water (motorized), gasoline (motorized) and propane tanks filled. We also supply a detailed check list, as we go over the RV, so you will be very comfortable in the safety and operation of your very own RV. Bird RV does NOT Paste 1-800-Rent-Me Signs on any RV! We do put a 24 Hour Help and Emergency Number On the Key Chain! An Authorized Dealer of... Giant Electric Bicycles Giatex Bicycles BionX Bicycle System AutoHome Rooftop Tents Forest River RVs A Note from the President of Bird RV: We are one of the few owners in the RV business that actually love to use Motor Homes and Travel Trailers ourselves. My wife and I had our first RV experience on our honeymoon way back in 1980. How it all started, Our 1980 Honeymoon Suite: One 1978 Minnie Jimmy Visit our Scrapbook Page to see more pictures of our camping adventures, and post your own! We really love what we do, and we spend a lot of time handpicking each RV and the options carefully every year. We also take some important steps to insure that you also will really enjoy your RV: We do NOT put our name on any of our RV's In addition, we do not rent for less than a week (this eliminates the possibility of the RV from getting "trashed" by the party crowd), and we also do not send the RV out on the same day as it is returned (this gives our staff time to really clean and maintain the RV for you, to our own personal high standards). Why not fill out an application today and get ready to enjoy one of the greatest vacations of your life. Need to take the applicationwith you? Download our printable version ! Dale R. Barnes PS: You may want to rent a bicycle rack and bring a bicycle or two as well, it really adds to the fun! Also be sure to checkout our all new Scrapbook Page for camping pictures or upload your own! -- For all your Colorado needs visit The Colorado Directory I-70 and E-470 (DIA Area), Aurora, CO. 80018 :: Tel# 303.363.6887 :: Toll Free# 888.540.2283 Home :: Electric Bikes :: Rates & Models :: Reservations :: Policies :: House Kits Accessorize It :: Scrapbook :: For Sale :: AutoHome :: Contact Us