Choose a vehicle that can handle corrugated outback roads and carry sufficient water and fuel for 500+ kilometer stretches between services—a 4WD with high clearance, long-range tanks, and dual batteries will keep you safe in remote territories where breakdowns mean serious trouble. Stock your rig with recovery gear including a quality snatch strap, shovel, and MaxTrax before heading inland, because getting bogged in red sand or stuck on a creek crossing is when you’ll appreciate having the right equipment and knowing how to use it.
Map your route around seasonal conditions, avoiding the Top End during monsoon season (…
How to Add More Solar Panels to Existing RV System
RV travel has become increasingly popular among adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. It allows you to explore breathtaking landscapes while enjoying the comforts of home on the go.
One essential aspect of an RV system is its power supply. Many RV owners are turning to solar energy as a clean, renewable, cost-effective solution to meet their power needs.
Connecting solar panels to RV batteries allows you to convert sunlight into usable electricity, which can charge your …
Off Grid Living Ontario
Off-grid living has gained popularity recently as people seek to reduce their carbon footprint, save money, and become self-sufficient. In Ontario, off-grid living is a viable option for those who want to live independently and sustainably.
Finding the right solar installer isn’t hard, and using solar panels is one of the best ways to reduce your carbon footprint.
This article will explore the current state of off-grid living in Ontario, its benefits and challenges, and the resources available to those considering this lifestyle.
Current State
According to the latest …
March Recreational Vehicle Sales and Prices are Approaching All-Time Highs
Interest rates are rising, gasoline and diesel prices are nearing all-time highs, and inflation anxieties are genuine and growing. Nonetheless, the market for new and used recreational vehicles, or RVs, is still growing.
According to information from the RV Industry Association’s March 2021 supplier survey, more RVs were sold in RV showrooms throughout North America in March than just about any previous month.
RV shipments are up 15.5 percent year to date compared to the same month the year before, with 171,466 …
RV Shipments are Likely to Achieve a New High in 2021
RV wholesale shipments are likely to reach a new high. According to the RVIA’s Fall 2020 RV RoadSigns prediction provided by ITR Economics, commercial RV exports in 2021 will exceed 500,000 units.
According to the most recent prediction, total RV sales in 2021 will be 523,139, with the most anticipated year-end total of 533,356 vehicles. That figure represents a 23.9 percent increase over the 430,412 units sold in 2020. This would also mean a 5.7 percent increase over the previous similar historic highs of 504,600 shipments in 2017.
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Things No One Tells You About Living in an RV
Never before has full-time RVing seemed so approachable to so many people. Tiny dwellings, van homes, RV living, and full-time traveling have risen to prominence due to digital nomads.
If you’re among the many people drawn to this unconventional way of life, go for it! We can only describe the excitement, but it’s up to you if you want to live the life. However, before becoming a full-time RVer, understand more about what it …
Parks Canada Has Announced an Increase in Fees
From the gritty tundra and open woodlands to the sky-high mountains and the thundering Pacific Ocean, Canada’s National Parks reveal exceptional examples of stunning scenery. Continue reading to learn all you need to know about exploring Canadian National Parks.
Canada’s National Parks
National Parks are preserved areas for public entertainment and acknowledgment, controlled by Parks Canada. These sites often include vistas, camping, walking paths, lake connections, visitor centers, and other amenities.
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Things Canadian Government Will Give You for Free!
Numerous items are out for grabs from officials in Canadian provinces. As it turns out, you can obtain a wide range of materials from the Canadian government.
These could be something entertaining like a stencil or something patriotic like a flag button to put on your lapel. Other items, such as national posters, are excellent for educational purposes.
You’d think …
Camping and Travelling in Canada during COVID-19
If you’re anything like us, you’re dying to get out in your RV and go camping! Unfortunately, most provinces and territories discourage, if not outright prohibit, camping during COVID-19.
So, before you schedule your next camping trip, take a look at these guidelines from each province.
Alberta
At this time, group and luxury camping are not …
How to Sanitize RV Fresh Water System
A freshwater tank will make your RV trip more enjoyable. You will always have clear, fresh-tasting drinkable water for cooking, showering, and dishwashing.
Unfortunately, many RVers do not maintain their reservoirs until their water begins to taste odd or seems hazy. Trying to clean it becomes more of an urgency at this point than a routine maintenance job.
One of the most important aspects of …