Even though state park usage is on the rise, park systems around the country are looking for ways to keep operating despite deep budget cuts, in some cases. In Iowa, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says that it will rely on volunteers to help keep areas of the state's 85 state parks open during 2010. Radio Iowa reports that a DNR spokesman said the park system is dealing with a 26 percent decrease in funding over the past two years. In addition, staffing levels are at ...

There's no doubt that technology has changed the way people communicate, get information and make decisions. Outdoor retailers who want to learn more about using social media to improve their business can attend a one-hour live webinar workshop titled Managing Consumer Buzz on Social Media on January 13 starting at 2 p.m. (MST). The online seminar will be presented by Mike Geraci, Vice President and Strategic Development Director of Verde PR and Consulting. It will examine ...

Turning on the faucet in your RV and enjoying a drink of clean, disease-free water takes a little planning and work. However, veteran RVers say these extra precautions are worth it to avoid illness and ensure you'll enjoy your travels.RV author and expert Bob Difley tells RVBoondockingNews.com that there are several ways to ensure a clean and safe water supply. RVers should only fill their tanks with water from sources that are confirmed potable and they should try to use their own hose, ...

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Honda® Companion Generator Offers Easy RV Power Connection   Honda has again revolutionized RV power with the EU2000i Companion portable generator, a 2000-watt powerhouse that comes ready-made with a locking 30-amp/125-volt receptacle and easy connection to a standard EU2000i for 4000-watt output.   The Companion (Item #43844) offers most of the same features as the standard EU2000i and also includes as a new feature a single 20-amp/120-volt receptacle to accompany the ...

Choosing the right portable Honda® generator to meet all your recreational needs is easy. For RVers, the power needs of your air conditioner determines what size generator you need. Your air conditioner’s power needs may vary, based on the ambient temperature and how efficiently your air conditioner uses power. A Honda EU3000i will power most 13,500 BTU air conditioners; larger air conditioners may require two EU2000i models connected with parallel cables. For motorhomes and 5th wheels ...

Think about it. The most important things you have are riding on your tires. Checked them lately? If you’re like most people, the answer is “no”. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than half of all RVs (motorhomes as well as people who tow travel trailers, boats, horse or utility trailers) have at least one dangerously low tire right now … and don’t even know it! Why is tire pressure such a big deal? First, there’s ...

President’s Club members enjoy even more valuable benefits this year!   NEW for 2009! PC Perks E-Newsletter Stay up-to-date on special Members-Only offers plus take advantage of product giveaways, free RV and outdoor gear through our product testing program, member surveys, handy tips and more. To ensure that you receive your e-newsletter, sign up at CampingWorld.com.   MORE SAVINGS for 2009! Club Special Prices Look for the star for Members-Only Club Special prices ...

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Auto shows attract millions of motoring enthusiasts with yesterday’s classics and tomorrow’s visions By Phil Willen Let’s face it, America loves the automobile. More than just a means of going from point A to point B, our cars become extensions of who we are. We enjoy fond memories of our first car, even if it was our parents’ hand-me-down clunker or a rust-bucket we scraped to buy with after-school odd-job and babysitting money. We eagerly anticipate the ...

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Quite simply, South Carolina has it all, y’all--and the state is definitely delivered to visiting RVers with a friendly southern drawl. From the Upcountry mountains through the vibrant Midlands and to the Lowcountry coast, the Palmetto State beckons with a wave that signals everyone’s welcome--come on down!   South Carolina offers enough variety to keep visitors busy for weeks. That should be just long enough to start speaking with at least a little bit of a southern ...

Take Your Sweet Tooth on a Tasty Tour If you’re looking for a sweet RV trip, how about a tour of West Coast candy manufacturers? The Sweet Tooth Tour is just one of many fun-filled, exciting trips outlined in Watch It Made in the USA, a great reference for RV trip planning that’s available at Camping World (Item #34322, Club Price $18.99 Reg. $21.10).   Start your tasty tour at Cerreta’s Candy in Glendale, Arizona. This family-owned company produces mints, creams, ...

Winegard proudly introduces their new TravelNet wireless internet system giving you the ability to stay connected with family and friends, no matter where your travels take you. Anytime, all-the-time internet access provides fast and reliable two-way wireless internet service, allowing you the ability to send and receive emails and pictures, surf the web for news or weather, shop online, or do business, all right from the comfort of your RV. The TravelNet internet system works while ...

Throughout the 2008 NASCAR season, Camping World has shown their support for the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) by sponsoring their UnMet Needs program on an at-track level. The UnMet Needs program provides financial and other assistance to recent veterans in hardship, upon their return home from serving our country. Camping World proudly partnered with the VFW to take this program “full throttle” by supplying a NASCAR infield camping experience, complete with a fully ...

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Members Now Save 20% at Wyndham Hotels   President’s Club members can now save 20% off the best available rate at nearly 7,000 participating Wyndham Hotel Group hotels when they make advance reservations for their stay. The newly expanded Members-Only benefit now offers twice the savings as the original 10% discount available to President’s Club members at Wyndham Hotel Group properties.   The discount is available at participating Wyndham ...

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Blood pressure (B/P) is a measure of the volume of blood the heart pumps and the amount of resistance in the arteries. High blood pressure can lead to narrowing and thickening of the arteries, stroke, heart attack and kidney disease. There are no symptoms except in long-untreated cases, which may manifest themselves in headaches, dizziness and nosebleeds. There is no known cause for 90% of high blood pressure, while 10% is due to kidney disease, heart defects and adrenal gland tumors. ...