RVwest May/June 2012 12:2 : 3Contents RVwest » May/June 2012 » Vol. 12 No. 2 » www.RVwest.com COVER STORY 4 Miranda and me Rae Crothers is doing what many of us only dream of—she’s RVing full time. This led her to write an e-book to help other RVers live their own dream too. RV DEALER DIRECTORY 10 A Western Canada exclusive We are pleased to present this five-page directory of RV dealers. DESTINATIONS SASKATCHEWAN 16 Outlook, SASKATCHEWAN ALBERTA 19 Camrose, ALBERTA 20 Cardston & Vermilion, ALBERTA BRITISH COLUMBIA 22 -23 Vancouver Island, B.C. 24 North Vancouver, B.C. 25 Powell River & Lund, B.C. 26 Sparwood, Nakusp, Kimberley & Fort Steele, B.C. FEATURES & COLUMNS 6 A love of retro RVing This family first went vintage in 2004. 6 Up Lad Up Look for Kieren Britton cycling across Canada this summer. 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 Fort St. John & Smithers, B.C. Hudson’s Hope, B.C. Dawson Creek & Chetwynd, B.C. Prince George, B.C. Mackenzie, B.C. Tumbler Ridge, B.C. Fort Nelson, B.C. Williams Lake & Cache Creek, B.C. Barkerville, B.C. 7 Gear guide Check out the stuff. 8 Stay warm, be safe Remember: fuel-burning appliances should be enjoyed outside only. NEVADA & IDAHO 38 Eureka, NEVADA 38 Coeur d’Alene, IDAHO ARIZONA 39 Florence, ARIZONA 15 Glamping with Myrtle These folks take their 1964 RV out camping. DISCOVERY TOUR Discover the stories: In this issue, we delve into places throughout the West to learn exciting aspects of their history, culture and natural surroundings. 17 Smart camping advice Here are some ideas for how to engage kids in exploring nature. 27 Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C. 28 Lake Koocanusa, B.C. COVER PHOTO: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Region. Photo courtesy Brad Kasselman/Coastphoto.com Publisher Keith Powell » Creative Director Kerry S hellborn » Production Coordinator Murray S hellborn » Advertising Sales Coordinator Cathy Conroy RVwest www.rvwest.com » RVwest is published by Koocanusa Publications Inc. » Distribution: 30,000 copies. Inquiries to: RVwest, Telephone 250-426-7253, Fax 250-426-4125, Toll Free 1-800-663-8555 Printed in Canada. All Rights Reserved. Publications Mail Agreement No. 40065476 Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: Circulation Dept., Suite 100, 100 -7th Ave. S., Cranbrook, BC V1C 2J4 Canada, Email: info@kpimedia.com The BEST QUALITY is ALWAYS YOUR BEST DEAL! Voted Reader’s Choice Award PL A TINUM 2011 2012 READER’S CHOICE AWARDS READER’S CHOICE AWARDS FAVOURITE RV DEALER (SALES) -BC For the second year in a row! The Okanagan’s Exclusive dealer for and See our VOYAGER DISCOUNT PRICING ONLINE! www.VoyagerRV.ca | Hwy. 97, Winfield • 1-800-668-1447 | May/June 2012 I RVwest 3 Publication List Using a screen reader? Click Here |
