Recreation vehicle service technicians

Recreation Vehicle Service Technician Trade Profile RECREATION VEHICLE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Last updated on July 20, 2005 Duties Recreation vehicle service technicians install, repair and maintain interior and exterior components on motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheel trailers, truck campers, tent trailers and van conversions. Duties may include: installation of accessories, performing pre-delivery inspections, writing repair estimates and reading and writing repair orders, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance on propane gas and electric appliances such as furnaces, refrigerators, water heaters, ranges and air conditioners, repairs to fibreglass, body and structural components, and the ability to install, repair, replace and maintain roofs, siding, windows, doors, vents, awnings, floor coverings, cabinets, counters, plumbing systems, electrical systems, propane gas systems, batteries and charging systems. While they do not repair engines or drive train components of motorized vehicles, they may install trailer and fifth wheel hitches, wire tow vehicles and perform maintenance and repairs on trailer frames, undercarriage and suspension. In general, recreation vehicle service technicians: examine, troubleshoot and diagnose units needing repairs and/or maintenance use testing equipment, troubleshooting techniques, manufacturers' specifications, and Internet websites to assist at locating faults and performing repairs use manuals, catalogues and Internet websites to order repair parts and components use computerized and electronic devices for testing components communicate with supervisors, manufacturers and consumers to ensure timely, efficient and economical repairs dismantle faulty assemblies, repair or replace worn and damaged parts Working Conditions Recreation vehicle service technicians enjoy a high level of job security, usually work at indoor shops and occasionally work outdoors and at RV sites. Most work a 40-hour, five-day week. However, some evening, weekend or holiday work may be required, particularly during the busier summer months. The work is most rewarding for those who enjoy a relatively clean, safe work environment that is not generally physically demanding. Skills and Abilities This trade would appeal to those who like being challenged by a broad-based, diverse variety of different tasks that are rarely repetitious in nature. To be successful in the trade, recreation vehicle service technicians need: good manual dexterity and balance while working off the ground the ability to periodically lift in excess of 25 kilograms mechanical, electrical and electronics aptitude troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities good communication, organizational and learning skills the desire to upgrade and learn new skills as technology advances the ability to work either independently or as a team member pride in workmanship and the desire to attain a superior level of expertise Employment and Advancement Recreation vehicle service technicians are employed by recreation vehicle dealerships, manufacturers and independent repair shops. Employment prospects in this trade are stable and well positioned for future growth. This industry has experienced steady growth and high demand for competent, qualified recreation vehicle service technicians. Journeyman wage rates vary, but generally range from $18 to $25 an hour plus benefits . Experienced recreation vehicle service technicians may advance to a number of supervisory or administrative positions, specialize in a particular area of repair, or open their own repair shops. Working in Alberta To work as a Recreation Vehicle Service Technician in Alberta, a person must be a registered apprentice or a certified journeyman. Recreation Vehicle Service Technicians learn their skills by registering with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training to participate in apprenticeship training and, upon successful completion, are awarded the Alberta Journeyman Certificate. A recreation vehicle service technician who holds a valid trade certificate from Alberta or from another Canadian province or territory may apply to write the Interprovincial Exam and, if successful, be granted a Red Seal under the Interprovincial Standards Program . The Red Seal is recognized throughout most of Canada. A recreation vehicle service technician who holds a certificate that was issued by another recognized apprenticeship authority in Canada (province, territory or federal jurisdiction) may apply for an Alberta Journeyman Equivalency document under the Equivalency Program . Recreation vehicle service technicians who have no trade certification but can prove that their skills and work experience meet the standards set for journeymen in Alberta may apply for certification under the Qualification Certificate Program . Individuals possessing a valid Alberta Journeyman Certificate, an Alberta Occupational Certificate, a document indicating that the individual holds a certificate that is recognized as equivalent to an Alberta trade or occupational certificate, or a certificate that is recognized as equivalent to an Alberta trade or occupational certificate are eligible to receive a Blue Seal business credential after completing the necessary requirements. Apprenticeship Training The term of apprenticeship for a recreation vehicle service technician is 3 years (three 12-month periods) including a minimum of 1600 hours of on-the-job training and 8 weeks of technical training each year. An applicant who previously completed courses of study or work experience related to the Recreation Vehicle Service Technician trade or holds a related journeyman certificate and has the employer's recommendation, may qualify for credit that could reduce the term of apprenticeship. A person who has previous training or work experience in the trade and wants to determine their level of skill and knowledge for entry or advanced standing in an apprenticeship program may apply for a Prior Learning Assessment . A high school student can become an apprentice and gain credits toward apprenticeship training and a high school diploma at the same time under the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) . To learn the skills required of a recreation vehicle service technician in Alberta and be issued an Alberta Journeyman Certificate, a person must: have at least Alberta Grade 10 (with a passmark in Mathematics 10 or 13 or Pure Math 10 or Applied Math 10 and English 10 or 13) or equivalent, or pass the entrance exam (see Entrance Level Competencies , Exam Counselling Sheet , Entrance Exam Study Guide , and Entrance Exam Support Materials List ) Background knowledge in subjects such as electricity, gas fitting, carpentry, plumbing, mechanics, and sheet metal are particularly beneficial for prospective apprentices in this trade. find a suitable employer who is willing to hire and train an apprentice Most employers prefer to hire high school graduates and may select apprentices from among their current employees. with their employer, complete the Apprenticeship Application and Contract and submit it to an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office pay the non-refundable application fee as identified on the application noted above complete the required on-the-job training - during on-the-job training, apprentice recreation vehicle service technicians earn at least 55 percent of the journeyman wage rate in their place of employment in the first year, 65 percent in the second, and 75 percent in the third year. complete the required technical training each year (see Course Outline ) enroll in technical training (see Enrolment Instructions ) - select an educational institution that offers training for recreation vehicle service technician apprentices, and a time to attend training (see Technical Training Locations and Schedule ) - determine requirements for enrolling at the selected institution (see Institution Enrolment Sheets ) - forward completed enrolment form to the selected institution (see Enrolment Form ) obtain books and materials required for training (see Textbook and Resource List ) successfully complete all required exams (see Exam Counselling Sheets ) Apprentices may attempt the Interprovincial Exam in the final period of their apprenticeship training and, if successful, be granted a Red Seal. (see Exam Counselling Sheet ) When apprentices attend technical training, they are required to pay the applicable tuition fee and purchase course supplies. Grants, scholarships and other financial assistance may be available. For more information see Financial Assistance or contact an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office . Interprovincial Standards (Red Seal) Program To qualify for a Red Seal, a person must: hold a valid trade certificate in a trade that participates in the Interprovincial Standards (Red Seal) Program : - an Alberta trade certificate or completion of apprenticeship certificate, OR - a journeyman or completion of apprenticeship certificate issued by another Canadian province or territory complete the Interprovincial (Red Seal) Examination Application and submit it to an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office for applications based on non-Alberta certificates only, pay the non-refundable application fee as identified on the application noted above prepare for the exam (see Exam Counselling Sheet ) - review the national standards for a recreation vehicle service technician (see National Occupational Analysis – RecreationVehicle Service Technician) - review related books and materials (see Textbook and Resource List ) successfully complete the required exam Equivalency Program To qualify for an Equivalency document based on a recognized certificate , a person must: have a journeyman certificate or a completion of apprenticeship certificate with an Interprovincial Red Seal, OR have a completion of apprenticeship certificate from another Canadian province or territory issued before the Interprovincial Standards Program came into effect, or in a trade that does not have an Interprovincial Program complete the Equivalency Application and submit it to an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office pay the non-refundable application fee as identified on the application noted above A person who has a recognized certificate, as described above, does not require an Alberta Journeyman Equivalency document. Because some employers may not be familiar with these certificates, the holder may choose to apply for an Equivalency document. To qualify for an Equivalency document based on a non-recognized certificate , a person must: have a valid (not expired) journeyman certificate or a completion of apprenticeship certificate from another Canadian province or territory but NOT a recognized certificate, as described above, AND choose to write the exam(s), OR choose to have their skills and knowledge assessed as equivalent to those of an Alberta certified journeyman. An applicant who chooses to write the exam(s) must: complete the Equivalency Application and submit it to an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office pay the non-refundable application fee as identified on the application noted above prepare for the exam(s) (see Exam Counselling Sheets ) - review the national standards for a recreation vehicle service technician (see National Occupational Analysis – RecreationVehicle Service Technician) - review related books and materials (see Textbook and Resource List ) successfully complete the required exam(s) An applicant who chooses to have their skills and knowledge assessed (instead of writing an exam) must: - complete the Equivalency Application – Alternate Assessment and submit it to an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office - pay the non-refundable application fee as identified on the application noted above The Alternate Assessment process includes an assessment of the standards that the certificate is based on compared to Alberta's standards, and verification and assessment of the applicant's previous work experience, skills, knowledge and training in the trade. The application fee covers the verification and assessment of the applicant's experience in the trade. An applicant whose trade credential from another Canadian province or territory is currently not valid (has expired) in the jurisdiction for which it was originally issued may apply to the Qualification Certificate Program to have their experience assessed and examined. Qualification Certificate Program To qualify for an Alberta Qualification Certificate, a person must: have at least 7,200 hours and 54 months of ‘hands-on’ work experience as a recreation vehicle service technician Time spent on supervisory or foreman duties, counter work, heading the tool crib, or on a training course is NOT counted as ‘hands-on’ work experience. complete the Qualification Certificate Program Application and submit it to an Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office pay the required fees as identified on the application noted above This application fee covers the verification and assessment of the applicant's work experience hours/months as well as one attempt at the Qualification Certificate theory examination. prepare for the exam(s) (see Exam Counselling Sheets ) - review the national standards for a recreation vehicle service technician (see National Occupational Analysis – RecreationVehicle Service Technician) - review related books and materials (see Textbook and Resource List ) - review glossary of terms (see Recreation Vehicle Service Technician Glossary of Terms ) successfully complete the required exam(s)

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ST. Helens RV Park (360) 274-8522 Centrallia Harrison RV Park (360) 330-2167 Midway RV Park (360) 736-3200 Cheney Williams Lake Resort (800) 274-1540 Clarkston Hillview RV Park (509) 758-6299 Clarkston Granite Lake RV Resort Phone Number 509-751-1635 Updated 9/21/04 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Printable map and directions on the web-site Additional Features: Beautiful & quiet & only three blocks to town. 22 miles of walking/biking path. Free WiFi,plus Modems. Pets allowed up to two. Large new clubhouse for Rallys. Lawns & patio each site. Four Gazebo's w/bbq's. Lake, mountain & sunset views.. All three blocks from town. Total Sites 75 CATV Yes Full Hookups 75 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 75/75 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 75 Pool No Pull Thrus 18 + 13 Pull-ins Dump Station No (All Full Hookups) Back-Ins 44 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Paved Security Yes Dates Open 3/1 - 11/30 Rates $20.00 - $31.00 Daily Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Cle Elum Whispering Pines RV Park & RV Center (509) 674-7278 Cougar Lone Fir Resort (360) 238-5210 Cusick Eagles' Landing RV Resort Community PO Box 74 Cusick, WA 99119 Phone: 509-863-3778 WebPage: www.eagleslandingrvrc.com Email: chris@eagleslandingrvrc.com Updated 6/27/2005 Map Deer Park Spokane RV Resort Phone Number 1-877-276-1555 Map Updated 1/23/2006 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: About 20-miles from Spokane's north side. (20-minutes drive). Exit #281 off Interstate 90 - Drive north on Division St. - Division street turns into Hwy 395. Follow 395 to Deer Park exit onto Main St. & follow Main St. to Crawford & turn east. Follow Crawford to Country Club Drive and turn north. Follow Country Club to the entry gates of the Resort. Additional Features: Luxury RV Golfing Resort. Fresh air, gorgeous views and outstanding RV facilities built in year 2003. Large RV spaces with over 500 sq. ft. of patio space line the golf course or are just a chip shot away. The 18-hole links design golf course includes a full service pro shop & Divots bar and grill. The resort has a 3,400 sq. ft. recreation pavilion, 9-hole putting course, pool and spa. Contact us toll free 1(877) 275-1555 Total Sites 127 CATV Yes Full Hookups Yes Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric Yes Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric Yes Pool Yes Pull Thrus No Dump Station No Back-Ins All Laundry Yes Interior Roads 40' Wide Paved Road Dates Open April - October Rates $33.00 Daily $195.00 Weekly $645.00 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Ellensburg Yakima River RV Park 791 Ringer Loop Ellensburg WA 98926-8481 509 925-4734 WebPage: www.YakimaRV.com Email: YakimaRV@eburg.com Updated 4/23/2003 Map Elma Elma RV Park 4730 SR 12 Elma, Wa,98541 Phone: toll free1-866-211-3939 / fax 360-482-3919 WebPage: www.Elmarvpark.com Email: stop@elmarvpark.com Updated 10/15/2003 Map Electric City Coulee Playland Resort & RV Park (509) 633-2671 Ephrata Stars & Stripes RV Park (509) 787-1062 Welcome Oasis Park Resort (509) 754-5102 Return to top Fall City Snoqualmie River CampGround (425) 222-5545 Ferndale Nor'west RV Park 360-384-5038 Freeland Mutiny Bay Resort (360) 331-4500 Grays Harbor Hoquiam River RV Park Phone Number 360-538-2870 Map Updated 6/16/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Located on the Hoquiam River just off SR 101 in North Hoquiam. Turn right at the Timberline Bear. Additional Features: Brand new park with 500 feet along the Hoquiam river. A new clubhouse with bath and laundry facilities. Close to Ocean beaches, Rain Forests and Olympic Mountains. Total Sites 55 CATV Yes Full Hookups 55 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 55/55 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 55 Pool No Pull Thrus 20 Dump Station No Back-Ins 35 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Compacted Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates $25 Daily + Tax $125 Weekly $300 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Gig Harbor Gig Harbor RV Resort 1-800-526-8311 Grand Coulee The King's Court (800) 759-2608 Grandview Smitty's RV Overniter (509) 882-5858 Hoquiam Hoquiam River RV Park Phone Number 360-538-2870 Map Updated 6/16/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: Located on the Hoquiam River just off SR 101 in North Hoquiam. Turn right at the Timberline Bear. Additional Features: Brand new park with 500 feet along the Hoquiam river. A new clubhouse with bath and laundry facilities. Close to Ocean beaches, Rain Forests and Olympic Mountains. Total Sites 55 CATV Yes Full Hookups 55 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 55/55 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 55 Pool No Pull Thrus 20 Dump Station No Back-Ins 35 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Compacted Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates $25 Daily + Tax $125 Weekly $300 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Return to top Illwaco Area Sandcastle RV Park Phone Number 360-642-2174 Map Updated 7/18/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email From Jct of US-101 & SR-103, N. 1.9 mi. on SR-103 Additional Features : New Owners. Clean and Friendly. Good Gravel Interior Roads. Grass and tables at every site. Pet and Big Rig Friendly. Beach access across street. Closest RV Park to town. Laundry, Showers, Pay Phone, Dump Station, Pull-thrus Total Sites 48 CATV Yes Full Hookups 44 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 46 / 46 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 5 Pool No Pull Thrus 16 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 32 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open Year Round Rates $25-$28 Daily 10% discount Weekly Inquire for Monthly Rates Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Kelso Brookhollow RV Park (360) 577-6474 Kettle Falls Grandview INNMotel & RV Park (509) 738- 6733 Return to top Leavenworth Pine Village Resort Camp Ground (509) 548-7709 Icicle River RV Park (509) 548-5420 Long Beach Driftwood RV Park Phone Number 888-567-1902 Map Updated 2/4/2003 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: From I-5 at the Washington/Oregon border, turn west. Hwy-30 in Oregon is straighter. When you join Hwy-101, follow the signs to Long Beach (Hwy-103). At Hwy-101 and Hwy-103, turn north (right) and go 2.5 miles. One mile north of the stop light in downtown Long Beach, you will find us on your right. Enter the drive way after the sign. Additional Features: At the end of the Lewis and Clark trail, 2 blocks to the beach and a short mile to downtown with shops, fine dinning, and other activites, you will not be bored. We offer clean restrooms, laundry, cable TV, and grassy sites for your comfort. Bicycle paths, hiking and nature trails are near here as well. See our web site for more. We are also pet friendly for our four footed friends Total Sites 55 CATV Yes Full Hookups 55 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 55 / 55 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 0 Pool No Pull Thrus 16 Dump Station No Back-Ins 39 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open All Year Rates Vist Web site or call Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Long Beach Sandcastle RV Park Phone Number 360-642-2174 Map Updated 7/18/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email From Jct of US-101 & SR-103, N. 1.9 mi. on SR-103 Additional Features : New Owners. Clean and Friendly. Good Gravel Interior Roads. Grass and tables at every site. Pet and Big Rig Friendly. Beach access across street. Closest RV Park to town. Laundry, Showers, Pay Phone, Dump Station, Pull-thrus Total Sites 48 CATV Yes Full Hookups 44 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 46 / 46 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 5 Pool No Pull Thrus 16 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 32 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open Year Round Rates $25-$28 Daily 10% discount Weekly Inquire for Monthly Rates Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Long Beach Driftwood RV Park (360) 642-2711 Long Beach Pegg's Adult RV Park By The Sea 15301 Pacific Way Long Beach, WA. 98631 Phone: 1-360-642-2451 WebPage: http://www.geocities.com/dickbarb2002 Email: dickbarb2002@yahoo.com Updated 6/1/2005 Map Sandcastle RV Park (360) 642-2174 Lynnwood Twin Cedars RV Park (425) 742-5540 Return to top Mead Alderwood RV Resort (509) 467-5320 Monitor Wenatchee River County Park (509) 667-7503 Moses Lake Suncrest RV Resort Phone Number 509-765-0355 Fax Updated: 7/13/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email From I-90 take exit 174. Go north and we are on the right side of the road about 1/4 mile. Additional Features : We offer many amenities including a 60 person spa, pool, mini waterslides, volleyball, playground, and gameroom. Visit our website for more information. We enjoy 300 days of sunshine each year! Total Sites 82 CATV No Full Hookups 82 Camp Store Yes 20 / 30 Amp Electric 82 / 10 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 72 Pool Yes Pull Thrus 17 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 65 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Paved Security Yes Dates Open Year Round Rates Peak Season $30 Daily Off Season $27.00 Daily $300 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Mount Vernon RiverBend RV Park (360) 428-4044 North Bend Nor West RV Park 45810 SE North Bend Way North Bend Wa 98045 425-888-9685 WebPage: www.norwestproperties.net Email: info@norwestproperties.net Updated 3/24/2004 Northport The Upper Columbia RV and Campground (509) 732-4367 Oak Harbor North WhidBey RV Park (360) 675-9597 Olympia Area Pacific Aire RV Resort 360-268-0207 Ocean Park Westgate Motor & TrailerCourt On The Beach (360) 665-4211 Omak Margie's RV Park (509) 826-5810 Return to top Oroville Osoyoos Border RV Park Phone Number 509 476 4159 Fax 509 476 2696 Updated 5/28/2004 Visit our Web Page Send Email Map Directions: NORTH ON HIGHWAY 97 AT US/CANADIAN BORDER Additional Features: LAKE FRONTAGE ON OSOYOOS LAKE, SHADE TREES AND ALL GRASS, SAFE BEACH, BOAT RAMP, TENTING Total Sites 38 CATV No Full Hookups 14 Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric 24 / 24 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 24 Pool No Pull Thrus 3 Dump Station No Back-Ins 21 Laundry No Interior Roads Gravel Dates Open April 1 - October 1 Rates $16 US 20.50 Cdn Daily Includes Water & Elect $350 US $475 Cdn Monthly Modem Friendly No Pets Allowed Yes Return to top Packwood Packwood RV Park P.O. Box 309 Packwood, WA 98361 Phone: 360-494-5145 / Fax 360-494-5146 WebPage: http://www.packwoodrvpark.com Email: packwoodrvpark@hotmail.com Updated 1/4/2005 Map Patterson Crow Butte Park PO Box 276 Paterson Wa. 99345 Phone: 509-875-2644 WebPage: www.crowbutte.com Email: crowbutte@bentonrea.com Updated 11/18/2004 Maps Port Angeles AL's RV Park (360) 457-9844 ARNEY'S DAM RV PARK 360-452-7054 Conestoga Quarters RV Park (360) 452-4637 Peabody Creek RV Park (360- 457-7092 Welcome Inn RV Park (360) 457-1553 Return to top Seattle Five corners RV (206) 243-3500 Sekiu Tretteviks RV Park (360) 963-2688 Selah Stagecoach RV Park (509) 697-9650 Sequim Rainbow's End RV Park (360) 683-3863 Sequim West Inn & RV Park 360-683-4144 Sunshine RV Park (360) 683-4769 Silver Creek Harmony Lakeside RV Park (360) 983-3804 South Prairie South Prairie Creek RV Park (206) 897-8465 Spokane Eagles' Landing RV Resort Community PO Box 74 Cusick, WA 99119 Phone: 509-863-3778 WebPage: www.eagleslandingrvrc.com Email: chris@eagleslandingrvrc.com Updated 6/27/2005 Map Spokane Ponderosa Hill RV Park (509) 747-9415 Trailer Inns RV Park (509) 535-1811 Spokane Area Alderwood RV Resort (509) 467-5320 Spokane Spokane RV Resort Phone Number 1-877-276-1555 Map Updated 1/23/2006 Visit our Web Page Send Email Directions: About 20-miles from Spokane's north side. (20-minutes drive). Exit #281 off Interstate 90 - Drive north on Division St. - Division street turns into Hwy 395. Follow 395 to Deer Park exit onto Main St. & follow Main St. to Crawford & turn east. Follow Crawford to Country Club Drive and turn north. Follow Country Club to the entry gates of the Resort. Additional Features: Luxury RV Golfing Resort. Fresh air, gorgeous views and outstanding RV facilities built in year 2003. Large RV spaces with over 500 sq. ft. of patio space line the golf course or are just a chip shot away. The 18-hole links design golf course includes a full service pro shop & Divots bar and grill. The resort has a 3,400 sq. ft. recreation pavilion, 9-hole putting course, pool and spa. Contact us toll free 1(877) 275-1555 Total Sites 127 CATV Yes Full Hookups Yes Camp Store No 20 / 30 Amp Electric Yes Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric Yes Pool Yes Pull Thrus No Dump Station No Back-Ins All Laundry Yes Interior Roads 40' Wide Paved Road Dates Open April - October Rates $33.00 Daily $195.00 Weekly $645.00 Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Tacoma Area Rainier View RV Park Phone Number 253-875-9999 Fax 253-875-9779 Updated 01/04/2002 Visit our Web Page Send Email From Jct of: I-5 exit 127, East on SR 512 7 Miles to SR 161 (Meridan Ave.) south on SR 161 9miles to RV Park (on left at peak of Graham Hill) Look for U.S. Flag and Cellular Tower with Red flashing light on top. Additional Features : Good Sam Park Total Sites 55 CATV No Full Hookups 55 Camp Store Yes 30 Amp Electric 43 Restrooms & Showers Yes 50 Amp Electric 12 Pool No Pull Thrus 00 Dump Station Yes Back-Ins 55 Laundry Yes Interior Roads Blacktop Paved Security Yes Dates Open Year Round Rates $22.50 Reg $20.25 Good Sam $19.25 Skips Daily $121.50 Weekly $315.00 + Elec Monthly Modem Friendly Yes Pets Allowed Yes Tenino Offut Lake RV Resort (360) 264-2438 Toppenish Yakama Nation RV Resort (509) 865-2000 Twisp Riverbend RV Park (509) 997- 3500 Vancouver Return to top Vancouver RV Park 7603 NE 13th Ave. Vancouver,WA 98665 (360) 695-1158 Walla Walla RV Resort Four Seasons Public Park (509) 529-6072 Westport Coho RV Park Motel Charters (360) 268-0111 Kila Hana Camperland (360) 268-9528 Woodland Woodland Shores Riverland RV Park (800) 481-2224 Columbia Riverfront RV Park (360) 225-8051 Western Washington Area Recreational Specialists (REC-SPECS) 360-379-1377 Return to top Return to top

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First Come, First Served Campsites There are 12 campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park. Seven of these campgrounds are operated by the National Park Service at Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammoth, Norris, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, and Tower Fall. Sites at these campgrounds are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Campground Fee Toilet Showers & Laundry nearby for a Fee Dump Station Generators Permitted (8AM - 8 PM) Bridge Bay* 432 sitesbr 5/28-9/19 $17** Flush X X Canyon* 272 sites 6/11-9/12 $17** Flush X X Fishing Bridge RV* 344 sites 5/21-10/3 $31**+ Flush X Sewer X Grant* 425 sites 6/21-10/3 $17** Flush X X X Indian Creek 75 sites 6/11-9/20 $12 Vault Lewis Lake 85 sites 6/18-11/7 $12 Vault Madison* 277 sites 5/7-10/31 $17** Flush X X Mammoth 85 sites All Year $14 Flush X Norris 116 sites 5/21-9/27 $14 Flush X Pebble Creek 32 sites 6/4-9/27 $12 Vault Slough Creek 29 sites 5/28-10/31 $12 Vault Tower Fall 32 sites 5/21-10/3 $12 Vault *Reserve through Xanterra Parks & Resorts Call: 307-344-7311 or TDD: 307-344-5395 Online reservations are not available at this time. **Plus sales tax + 1-4 people Dates are approximate and may change because of weather or resource management concerns. Bridge Bay, Canyon, Grant Village, and Madison campgrounds all contain accessible sites. Campfires Wood and charcoal fires are permitted only in locations with fire grates. Special fire restrictions are occasionally put in place when the danger of wildland fires is great. If you plan to light a fire in the park, please ask about current fire restrictions at the entrance station when you arrive or email our Visitor Services Office immediately prior to your visit. Following the fires of 1988, thousands of dead trees, known as snags, were left standing in Yellowstone. These snags may fall with very little warning, so please be cautious and alert for falling snags in campsites. Biker / Hiker Campsites Camping for bicyclists is limited to the developed campgrounds located throughout the park. Campsites are available by reservation (through Xanterra Parks and Resorts) and on a first come, first served basis. The distances separating campgrounds and the fact that the campgrounds typically fill early each day during the peak visitation season will pose logistical problems for the bicycle camper in Yellowstone. A limited number of campsites are reserved for hikers and bicyclists at all campgrounds with the exception of Slough Creek. Camping is not available at Old Faithful. If you are traveling with a group of bicyclists, call Xanterra Parks and Resorts prior to your arrival to check on group campsite availability; not all campgrounds can accommodate groups. If you have access to a vehicle, use it to find a campsite in your destination campground early each day. Bicyclists camping without a vehicle can use designated hiker/biker sites for $ 4.00 per individual per night. All other vehicle campsites range from $ 10 to $ 16 per night depending on the campground. Opening and closing dates vary considerably for each campground. Check the table above to make sure that a campground is open if you are planning a spring or fall visit to Yellowstone. Camping Rules Camping or overnight vehicle parking in pullouts, picnic areas, picnic grounds, or any place other than a designated campground are not permitted and there are no overflow camping facilities. However, camping is often available in neighboring communities and forests outside the park. Camping is limited to 14 days between June 15 and September 15 and to 30 days the rest of the year. There is no limit at Fishing Bridge RV Park. Check-out time for all campgrounds is 10:00 AM. Quiet Hours Camping in Yellowstone is a special experience. Each visitor deserves the opportunity to hear the birds, wildlife, and streams in this beautiful environment. Respect the rights of other campers and comply with the law by adhering to quiet hours, 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM (10:00 PM to 7:00 AM at Fishing Bridge RV Park). No generators, or other noise disturbances will be allowed during this time. Generators are only permitted in six campgrounds and the Fishing Bridge RV Park (see the table above for details). Golden Age / Golden Access Discounts Holders of Golden Age and Golden Access permits will be given approximately 50% discounts on camping fees. This does not apply at Fishing Bridge RV Park. Group Camping Group camping areas are available at Madison, Grant, and Bridge Bay campgrounds from late May through the closing date for large organized groups with a designated leader such as youth groups or educational groups. The fees range from $45-$75 per night, depending on the size of the group. Advance reservations are required and can be made by writing: Yellowstone National Park Lodges PO Box 165 Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190 or by calling: 307-344-7311. Bear Safety Since food and odors attract bears, items such as cooking stoves, utensils, coolers, trash bags, food, and toiletries may not be left outside or in tents or tent trailers, unless they are in immediate use! Lakeside Tent Campsites w/Showers, Store & Safety The "Original" Bear Spray - Counter Assault Online RV Parts & Accessories Catalog Enter to Win a 2006 Yellowstone River Raft Trip Call us for Specials, Rates, & Availability! 866.933.1050 Grayline Park Tours Luxury coaches, knowledgeable guides & narration. JH Snowmobile Tours Yellowstone Tours, Backcountry & Hot Springs trips Winter Snowmobiling Enjoyable guided tours on Ski-Doo 4-strokes Big Sky Winter Fun BigSkyChamber.com Togwotee Mtn Lodge The Snowmobile Destination. Near Parks South Gate Snowmobile Tours National Park Adventures: Yellowstone Jan. special Yellowstone Rafting Enter to win a free 2006 Whitewater Raft Trip Incredible Packtrips Unbelievable fishing, gorgeous scenery, animals.. 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StreetWise RV Guide – Should You Buy New or Used? StreetWise Home > RV Guide Home > Should You Buy New or Used? Should You Buy New or Used? About the web site links on this page Buying a new RV may assure you of fewer problems and also usually gives you some type of manufacturer's warranty. But RVs generally depreciate very quickly, and some RV owners tend to give up RVing quickly. These RVs can be on fire sale. That's why used RVs, bought the StreetWise way, may be a very smart buy: You've let the other person pay for the depreciation. Bought right and thoroughly checked out, a used RV can enable you to get more RV for your money. Unlike new RVs, it's also pretty easy to determine the general wholesale and retail values of a used RV. Here are two resources to help you with that. NADA guides for RVs available online and in the bookstore. Kelly Blue Book produces the Motor Home and the Travel Trailer Guides but they aren't available on the Web. The Motor Home Guide covers motor homes, campers, and van conversions and list prices for the new model year. It is published 3 times a year. A subscription costs $56. The Travel Trailer Guide covers used travel trailers, fifth wheels, folding trailers, and includes a chart for older models and list prices for the new model year. It is published 2 times a year. A subscription costs $56. For more information about these subscriptions, call their Subscriptions Hotline at (949) 770-7704 x41. Or check your local library. It's a bit harder to determine the dealer's cost of a new RV, but the Kelly Blue Book Guides do cover new RVs. The cost of a subscription is probably a smart expense when you are planning to spend thousands. A note about third-party links – By selecting links on this page, you will leave DCU's web site and enter a web site hosted by an organization separate from DCU. We encourage you to read and evaluate the privacy policy of any site you visit when you enter the site. While we strive to only link you to companies and organizations that we feel offer useful information, DCU does not directly support nor guarantee claims made by these sites. To beginning of page Updated May 2005 Digital Federal Credit Union 220 Donald Lynch Boulevard, PO Box 9130, Marlborough, MA 01752-9130 • 800/328-8797 © 2003 Digital Federal Credit Union