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RV Buyer's Advice and Beginner's Guides  You are here: About > Travel > Camping > RV Resources > RV Advice and Guides Travel Camping Essentials Find A Campground Campground Reviews Camping Recipes Camping On A Budget Camping Lessons Topics Advice for Beginners Campground Directories Campground Reviews Campground Cooking Camping Tips Camping Gear Planning Your Trip Outdoor Destinations Outdoor Events Outdoor Work Photo Galleries RV Resources Summer Camps National Parks Outdoor News Buyer's Guide Before You Buy, Compare Campground Directories 2006 Editions Gift Ideas for Campers Camping Gear Reviews Essential Camping Items Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Camping newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Camping > RV Resources > RV Advice and Guides RV Buyer's Advice and Beginner's Guides If you're thinking about joining the RV family or you're in the market for buying an RV, here are resources to first educate beginners about RVing and then to help you decide on the right make and model for your family. Articles & Resources Sort By : Guide Picks | Alphabetical | Recent Winterizing and Storing Your RV This DVD is a tutorial about winterizing and storing your RV. A'Weigh We Go Educational safety seminars for RV buyers and owners. Are you new to RVing? Then check out this step by step guide that introduces everything you may need to know to get started. Beginner's Guide to RVing The ABCs of RVing, plus news and information for those considering the RV lifestyle. Brand Names of RVs Brand names of RVs and their manufacturer, from the Canadian RV Association. Buying an RV A checklist to use when comparison shopping for a used RV. Camp in style in a recreational vehicle Sound advice for new RV owners, by Chuck Woodbury. Choosing the Right RV Bob Lacey shares his 25+ years of RV experience. Convert your bus into a motorhome Ben Rosander not only advises you on how to select and convert a bus into a motorhome, but also how to do it cheaply. First RV A resource for first time RV buyers. Folding Camper Consumer Guide Fleetwood offers helpful suggestions to define your camping needs and compare trailer features. Folding Trailer (Pop-up) FAQ And other information, compiled by Wes Fujii. Get Up and Go in Your Own RV Interview with some snowbirds , by Kirsten A. Conover, staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor. How to convert a school bus into an RV Bob Sokol presents the handyman with information and photos for building your own RV out of an old school bus. Life on Wheels A variety of educational services for RVers. Meet the RV Family Descriptions of each type to help you select the right RV. Renting an RV As an alternative to buying, try one out first. RV Basics From Poulsbo RV, answers to questions asked by those new to RVing. RV Buyers Guide Advice to help make your next RV purchase easier. RV Consumer Group The Consumer Reports of RVs, this non-profit organization provides resources to make knowledgable RV purchases. RV Education 101 Training videos and DVDs on how to use and maintain your RV. RV Enthusiast Magazines Publications for those who are interested in RV travel and camping. RV Real Estate All about privately owned RV lots. RV Technical FAQ Technical stuff, accessories, and tips compiled by Ralph Lindberg and Jerry Segers. RV Types and Classes Descriptions of each type of recreational vehicle. RVing Mexico Useful insights and guidance from David Eidell, veteran Mexico traveler. The Dummy's Guide to Buying a Pre-Loved RV Les Doll guides you to selecting a trouble free used RV. Download the introductory version of his e-book free. Why Own an RV? Some of the travel benefits of owning an RV. WiFi Tips Various WiFi technical tutorials.   Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2006 About, Inc., A part of The New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About Tips to Losing Weight Guide to Distance Learning How to Travel for Less PHOTOS: Italy PHOTOS: Hybrid Cars What's Hot Cardinal Sins of Campers Illinois Camping Destinations Camping Basics Lesson 11 Dad's Best Chicken Fingers Lakewood Camping Resort Headlines RV Parks Ready For Mardi Gras Attention RVers and campers. New Orleans is preparing for Mardis... Camping Recipe of the Week The next time you fire up the skillet to make... Top 10 Cardinal Sins of Campers Camping is supposed to be a relaxing outdoor experience. However... Staying Warm Sunnycamper posted in the Camping Forum that she had recently...

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RV Parks and Campgrounds Directories in the Yahoo! Directory Search: the Web | the Directory | this category RV Parks and Campgrounds > Directories Email this page Suggest a Site Advanced Search Directory > Business and Economy > Shopping and Services > Outdoors > Camping > RV Parks and Campgrounds > Directories SPONSOR LISTINGS ( What's this? ) FreeCampgrounds.com - offers information on free RV parks and campgrounds in the American West. RoadCamping.com - provides a directory of RV parks and campgrounds categorized by city or highway. SITE LISTINGS By Popularity | Alphabetical ( What's This? ) Sites 1 - 40 of 62 Kampgrounds of America, Inc (KOA) - directory includes campground descriptions, trip planner, and details on KOA's ValueKard. ReserveAmerica - Offers online campground reservation services. ReserveUSA.com - online reservations for campground facilities at locations managed by the USDA Forest Service and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Woodall's - Publishers of guides to RV parks and campgrounds. Site has searchable database for finding these, plus information on where to buy, rent and service RVs. FreeCampgrounds.com [SPONSOR] - offers information on free RV parks and campgrounds in the American West. Camping USA - Online, searchable campground directory, guides to RV camping, and more. Love the Outdoors Camping & Campgrounds - lists campgrounds and provides RV, camping, and hiking information, safety tips, cooking instructions, songs, and more. Caravan Sitefinder UK - Directory to help you plan your touring caravan holidays in the U.K. RVPark.com - Online directory for campgrounds, rv parks, camping related business's, and classified ads for sale of camping related items. Leisure Time Resorts of America - RV resort group with multiple locations in the Pacific Northwest. New Hampshire Campground and RV Park Directory - Also includes hunting, fishing, boating and tourist information. CampUSA.com - National campground and RV guide. British Holiday and Homeparks Association - Online directory of camping and touring parks, including virtual brochures of all BHHPA registered parks and sites. Campgrounds/RV Parks of California, Oregon and Nevada - Listing of privately-owned campgrounds and RV parks covering California, Oregon and Nevada. Michigan Association of Private Campground Owners - Camping and cooking tips, discounts, events, news. Interactive Michigan maps and search functions for locating a campground. Camping.com - providing online reservations for campgrounds and campsites, camping gear and equipment, and destination information. Campground Network, The - state-by-state directory of campgrounds. Also offers camping recipes, used equipment listings, shows, and other resources. Top 10 Holiday Parks - Located throughout New Zealand and offering a range of accommodation, from self contained units to powered-vehicle and tent sites. 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Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association (PCOA) - Offers detailed directory of campgrounds and RV parks throughout the state. Wheelers Guides - offers listings for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Describes and locates government and privately operated parks serving campers and RVers. Holland Tulip Parcs - Organization of campgrounds throughout the Netherlands. Information available in 6 languages. Camping in France - Selection of French campsites for your next holiday. Only professionnal campgrounds with high quality facilities. Northeast Campground Association - guide to RV parks and campgrounds from New Jersey to Maine. Woodsters Outdoors - lists campgrounds for multiple states. Also features viewer submitted recipes and camping tips. USA Camp Sites - Lists campgrounds through out the United States. Connecticut Campground and RV Park Directory - Contains a listing of campgrounds in Connecticut, as well as camping information and a campsite recipe book. 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Welcome to International Motor Group Inc - Index LOGIN ID: PASSWORD: WHEN PLANNING YOUR NEXT TOUR, CORPORATE RETREAT, OR TAKING YOUR TEAM TO THE NEXT GAME, WHY HIRE A BUS WHEN YOU CAN CREATE AN EXPERIENCE? International Motor Coach Group (IMG), representing over 50 of the premier motor coach operators located throughout the United States and Canada, can turn your excursion into a safe and memorable travel experience! IMG Companies Select State / Province: Select state Alabama Alaska Alberta Arizona Arkansas British Columbia California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Nova Scotia Ohio Oklahoma Ontario Oregon Pennsylvania Quebec Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington Washington DC West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Yukon Territory Select by motorcoach company: A Yankee Line ALL ABOARD AMERICA! Ambassatours Anderson Coach & Travel Arrow Stage Lines Autocar Excellence Brown Coach, Inc. Central West of Texas, Inc. Charter Bus Lines Colorado Charter Lines & Tours Covered Wagon Tours Croswell Bus Lines Cyr Bus Line Dan Dipert Coaches DATTCO, Inc. Elite Coach Escot Bus Lines Eyre Bus Service, Inc. Free Enterprise System Gray Line of Nashville / LCL, Inc. Gray Line of Seattle / Alaska Hampton Jitney, Inc Harran Transportation Co., Inc. Holiday Tours, Inc. Indian Trails, Inc. James River Bus Lines Krapf's Coaches Lamers Bus Lines, Inc. Leprechaun Lines / TLC Tours Lewis Bros. Stages Mid-America Charter Lines / Mid-America Tours Mid-American Coaches & Tours New Orleans Tours / Great American Coach Northfield Lines, Inc. Northwest Iowa Transportation, Inc. Pacific Coachways Charter Services Pacific Western Transportation, Ltd. Peoria Charter Coach Company Premier Coach Company Ramblin Express Red Carpet Charters Royal Coach Tours Southern Coaches, Inc. Southern Tier Stages, Inc. / Shafer's Bus Lines Star of America Star Shuttle & Charter Starr Tours Storer Coachways Sun Diego Charter Company Swarthout Coaches, Inc. Trans-Bridge Lines, Inc. Vandalia Bus Lines Wilson Bus Lines, Inc. Young Transportation IMG is comprised of independently owned tour and charter companies that have created a network of travel services. The Owners/Shareholders of IMG operate more than 7,000 vehicles in North America, with more than 21 million charter and tour customers counting on IMG to provide solutions to their transportation needs. IMG members offer an extensive fleet of vehicles to choose from including 15 passenger vans, school buses, limousines, executive and corporate coaches, and of course 36, 47, and 58 passenger motor coaches. As IMG owners/shareholders, they are required to meet very high standards on a daily basis. These standards - in safety, equipment quality, comfort, performance, customer service and emergency assistance - are by far the most stringent in the industry. They are never relaxed, never compromised. IMG owners/shareholders not only earn their membership, they work hard to keep it. To get started fill out the “Get a Free Quote” Request Form and We’ll start working for you! Home | About IMG | Travel Partners | Annual Meetings | Contact Us * Denotes Required Fields. *Name: *Email: *Phone: *Trip is: Choose Round Trip One Way Trip Departure: *Address: *City : *ST: *Zip: Trip Destination: Address: *City : *ST: Zip: *Start Date: MM/DD/YY *End Date: MM/DD/YY *# of Passengers: 2006 Cruises Include: Alaska & the Inside Passage Jun 13-25, 2006 from Anchorage Alaska/Glacier Bay Cruise Sept. 12-21, 2006 from Vancouver Rome/Western Mediterranean Sept. 15-28, 2006 from Rome New England/Canada Sept. 26-Oct. 9, 2006 from New York City Florida & Bahamas Nov. 2-9, 2006 from Cape Canaveral Exotic Western Caribbean Jan 18-27, 2007 from Ft. Lauderdale Contact IMG today at 888-447-3466 2005 IMGCOACH.COM . All rights reserved. Powered By Accelerated E Solutions

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RVIA - Consumers - Recreation Vehicles - RV Rentals: Try It, You'll Like It RV Rentals: Try It, You'll Like It With the growing popularity of RV travel, the rental business is booming. There are now recreation outlets nationwide renting motorhomes, folding camping trailers and other vehicles, giving non-owners the opportunity to enjoy the fun and freedom of an RV vacation. For someone who loves RV travel but can't commit to ownership or wants to give RVing a try before buying, renting a vehicle is a smart way to start. Why Rent an RV? Renting an RV is a great way for prospective RV buyers to take an RV on an extended "test drive" with their families and belongings. Rentals give prospective buyers the opportunity to try various types of RVs and learn from actual experience which one is best suited to their particular needs. When you rent an RV, you have the flexibility to make your own travel schedule as you travel in complete comfort. Rentals are the answer for families who already know and enjoy the RV lifestyle but don't want the responsibility of ownership. More than 400 national rental chain outlets and local RV dealerships offer state-of-the-art, late model year vehicles for rent. Most rental sites offer fleets of 5 to 50 vehicles and a growing number of campgrounds offer on-site rentals as well. A valid drivers license and proof of age are required by all rental agencies. Minimum age of driver varies with each rental location, so check before renting if you have any doubts. Rental companies give inexperienced drivers tips and test drives before letting you head out onto the open road. With automatic transmissions, power brakes and steering, RVs are easier to drive than you might think. Once you’ve chosen your vacation destination, you must determine if your plans are to rent an RV near your home and drive there or to fly to the location and rent an RV locally to see the sights. Many larger rental locations offer special fly-drive packages to out-of-town renters. Most RV rental companies provide "housekeeping" packages (dishes/pots/pans) at nominal fees. Most require you to bring your own bed linens and will supply you with bed sizes in advance. Before you rent, check with your automobile insurance carrier to see if the rental RV is covered under your current policy or if additional coverage should be purchased from the rental agency. Most of all, relax, enjoy and have a great family vacation experience! What Types of RVs are Available for Rent? Motorhomes are the most popular rental model; however, travel trailers, folding camping trailers, truck campers and conversion vehicles are now available at many rental outlets. Depending upon the season, motorhomes rent from $70 to $170 per day and truck campers and travel trailers average $50 to $120 per day. Remember, that fee includes your transportation, sleeping accommodations, and a kitchen which gives you the option of reducing food costs. Where To Find a Rental RV? For a listing of local and national RV rental locations, contact the Recreation Vehicle Rental Association . Their website provides comprehensive information about member locations throughout the US and Canada. For even further information, check your local phone directory yellow pages. Look under the heading of "Recreation(al) Vehicles: Renting and Leasing" or check with a local RV dealer. Back to "For Consumers" search | sitemap Recreation Vehicle Industry Association 1896 Preston White Drive, P.O. Box 2999 Reston, Virginia 20195-0999

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TPWD: Recreational Vehicle (RV) Group Packages Maincontent Local Navigation Supplemental Information search print friendly Regulations Publications Outdoor Learning Kids Game Warden Grants Get Involved Shop FAQ Calendar Español Experience Texas Fishing & Boating State Parks & Destinations Hunting & Wildlife Land & Water Doing Business Home State Parks & Destinations Parkinfo Facilities Rv Facilities Links: Skip Links Park Facility Main Page Campsites : Sewer, Electric, & Water Hookups Electric & Water Hookups Water Hookups Drive-up Sites with No Hookups Walk-in Tent Sites Hike-in/Backpacking Sites Boat-to Sites Wildlife Management Areas that allow camping Lodging & Other Indoor Overnight Facilities : Bed & Breakfasts Cabins & Group Lodges Limited Use Cabins Lodges & San Solomon Springs Court Group Barracks, Bunkhouses, Dining & Recreation Halls Screened Shelters Recreational Vehicle Group Packages Parks & Historic Sites - Anchor Links: Skip Links New State Park Hours State Parks & Destinations Main Find a Destination Frequently Asked Questions Historic Sites Park Reservations Campsites & Facilities Park Maps Activities Park of the Month Volunteer, Concession, & Employment Information Texas State Parks Pass Downloadthe RV Group Brochure . ( PDF 425.4 KB ) Recreational Vehicle (RV) Group Packages Texas State Parks are rich in natural beauty and cultural history. Texas has 11 eco-regions with a wide variety of landscapes, from lush forests to rugged canyons and mountains. Many State Parks feature spectacular lakes and rivers where you can go boating, fishing and swimming or just enjoy a relaxing float. Other parks offer wonderful trails for hiking, biking, birding and horseback riding. With such a wide variety of natural wonders you can plan a group RV outing to satisfy any taste. When you stay at a Texas State Park you can always depend on friendly, knowledgeable staff and safe surroundings. And with more than 120 State Parks in Texas, you can take a day trip from your campsite to explore another State Park or State Historic Site in the area! Texas State Parks also include more than thirty State Historic Sites, each one revealing a fascinating glimpse back in time. Visit a frontier fort, see prehistoric rock art or climb aboard the only surviving U.S. battleship to have fought in both world wars. Many sites also offer tours, special events, re-enactments and living history presentations to bring Texas history alive. If you're staying at a State Park be sure to drop by a nearby Historic site for a visit. Many of our parks have facilities that are ideal for groups of RVs. During off-peak periods, some of these parks are offering special benefits for RV Groups. Some of these benefits include: Day and/or overnight use fees Group facility use Special programs by park staff Reservations available up to 11 months in advance For more information on RV Group packages contact the Group Reservation Desk at (512) 389-8900 to make your group plans now! The Central Reservation Center (C.R.C.) is is staffed from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday. The C.R.C. is closed Saturday, Sunday and major holidays. The Texas State Parks Pass and the Parklands Passport or “Bluebonnet Pass” cannot be used to further discount these special promotions. More RV Related Information: More information on RV'ing from the Texas State Park Guide . Contact Us | Help | Accessibility | Media | Site Policies | Complaints | Intranet | State of Texas | TRAILS Search | TexasOnline | Compact with Texans Texas Parks and Wildlife Department , 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744 Toll Free: (800) 792-1112, Austin: (512) 389-4800 Content of this site © Texas Parks and Wildlife Department unless otherwise noted. Last modified: January 13, 2006, 6:00 pm