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36 Money Sense – Inheritance An appealing new wealth transfer option could simplify the process for Canadians.

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38 Gourmet the Healthy Way – Easter These two festive dishes can be enjoyed at Easter and all year round.

Destinations 28 Five Weeks in the Maritimes Part 2 Beaches to rival those in the tropics.

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Theresa Rogers Karen Hannivan Howard Elmer PowerSports Media

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A New Journey

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i everybody! I am excited to be taking on the role of Editor of RV gazette. Marcia did a wonderful job and as the magazine celebrates its 19th year of publication, I’m looking forward to seeing how we can continue on this journey together.

I’m an experienced camper. Camping was a relatively inexpensive way for my parents to begin showing my sister and me the world from a very young age. My father (now retired) was in the Canadian Air Force and camping always fit into our lifestyle. Every summer for two weeks we’d go camping and never to the same place. I’ve been to every province and territory in Canada with the exception of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Northwest Territories.

I have many vivid memories from all of those summers camping. Thunderstorms and rain so strong we’d leave the tent and sleep in the car. Late-night games of cards at the picnic table. Travelling in the car and stopping off at all of the national historic sites and monuments.

And have you ever sat by a campfire at midnight in the Yukon, surrounded by all of that natural beauty and lose track of time because it is still light outside?

I’ve also camped all over Europe as we were once posted to Germany for five years. Those were the best times and now I’m camping with my own family, hoping to make the same kinds of memories with my children.

Campers are some of the friendliest people on Earth and I look forward to joining your community, sharing stories and getting to know you all.

Don’t be shy! What are you interested in? What would you like to see in this publication? Together we can learn and grow and continue to make RV a publication you all love.

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Canadian Truck King Challenge – Jan/Feb 2017 Dear Howard, The question that I have is probably a very typical one yet I have had such a range of responses that I am more confused now than ever.

We have a 2008 Dodge Ram with a 4.10 rear-end that we pull a Keystone Laredo fifth wheel that has a GVWR of 10,500 lbs. I use a Firestone airbag system that has made for a nice tow on various short trips as well as two longer trips of approximately 5,000 km roundtrip.

We are looking at moving to a diesel to try to ease the work of the engine and hopefully some fuel savings also.

My question mainly revolves around the rear-end gearing. While I understand the need for the 4.10 in the Hemi-powered truck, I would think that the diesel would perform well with more of a “highway gear” system as we are not looking for the “hole shot” launch of the lower gears. Yet I have heard all kinds of comments that that is not the case and that I still need to stay with a low gear. I am looking at a Dodge Ram 3500 with 3.42 gears, which brings me to the Canadian Truck King Challenge. I noted that the one-ton Chevy with the Duramax had significantly better fuel economy than the Dodge. Do you know if these vehicles were geared the same? Any information that I have been able to find rates them as almost identical for fuel economy 6

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yet the consumption throughout [your test] for the Dodge was much higher so if I can only assume there are other factors at play or perhaps I should be looking closer at the Chevy products.

Thank you for your time and insight.

Andrew Weber Dear Andrew, The Cummins in the Ram is by far the oldest of the current diesel engines available. Old, of course does not translate to bad, however, where fuel economy is concerned, Ford and GM have improved while the Ram just continues on. As to your question, the Ram rear-end was 3.42 while the Chevy had a 3.73 gear set. That will account for a small difference in fuel economy, but the reality is that the Duramax is better on fuel than the Cummins.

Howard J. Elmer Truck Tricks I have a 2016 F-150 XTR 4x4 5.0L double cab, super crew. It does have a tow package (trans cooler), hitch and 355 gear. I opted for the 6.5-ft. box. At the time I was shopping, Ford was the only one offering a bigger box. I just learned because I have the super cab and long box, my tow rating is not as advertised. I thought I had a tow rating of 12,200 lbs; instead I was told it’s 10,100 lbs. I was looking at a fifth wheel that has a dry weight of 11,700 lbs., loaded 14,000 lbs. or more. I wanted to know if I could upgrade rear springs and tow the heavier trailer or do I need to shop for a bigger truck? Once upon a time all one needed to do was some simple mods to their half-ton and all was good. Can I do that now or do I need a bigger truck?

Tony Dring

Dear Tony, The pickup truck segment is super competitive as you can tell from any of the dozens of TV ads running at any time. I’m stating the obvious here because it sheds some light on what I am about to say.

The manufacturers don’t always tell the truth. I’m not saying they are lying, however, let’s look at Ford’s claim of a 12,200 lb. tow rating on the new F-150. That rating is actually available, however, only on one specific truck configuration: the F-150 regular cab built on the 141-in. wheelbase; 2WD with the 3.5L V6 EcoBoost and a 3.55 rear-end. No other build combination hits that number. So, when Ford advertises loudly that they can tow 12,200 lb with the F-150, well yes they can, but only with the one model. In fact, if I’m reading my chart right, your truck is only rated to 9,000 lbs.

As to your question about upgrading or needing another truck, you need a 3/4-ton truck for sure. It’s not about horsepower, or suspension, it’s the frame. You need that heavier frame for a fifth wheel of the size you mention.

Happy Trails!

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2017 Cross-Canada

RV SHOW CALENDAR BRITISH COLUMBIA______________ February 16 – 19 Earlybird RV Show and Sale Tradex Building, Abbotsford Website: www.rvshowsbc.com

March 24 – 26 Kitchener RV Show & Sale Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, Kitchener E-mail: info@ontariorvda.ca Website: www.rvshowkitchener.ca

April 7 – 9 Vancouver Island RV Show & Sale Arbutus Meadows Equestrian Centre, Nanoose Bay Contact: (604) 575-3868 Email: info@rvda.bc.ca Website: www.rvda.bc.ca/vancouver-islandshows

October 13 – 15 Toronto Fall RV Show & Sale Toronto Congress Centre E-mail: info@ontariorvda.ca Website: www.rvshowfalltoronto.ca

April 21 – 23 BC Interior RV Show Penticton Trade & Convention Centre & SOEC, Penticton E-mail: info@bcinteriorrvshow.ca Website: www.bcinteriorrvshow.ca September TBA Snowbird RV Show and Sale Tradex Centre, Abbotsford Website: www.rvshowsbc.com ALBERTA_________________________ February 17 – 26 Red Deer RV Show Westerner Park, Red Deer Contact: ronanne.ashton@vellner.com Website: www.reddeerrvshow.com MANITOBA_______________________ March 9 – 12 Manitoba RV Show & Sale RBC Convention Centre, Winnipeg Website: www.manitobarvshow.com ONTARIO_________________________ February 17 – 20 London RV Show Metroland Media Agriplex, London Website: www.londonrvshow.com March 2 – 5 Toronto Spring Camping & RV Show & Sale International Centre, Mississauga Website: torontospringcampingrvshow.com

QUEBEC__________________________ February 16 – 19 Montreal RV Show Palais Des Congrès, Montreal Contact: (514) 338-1471 Website: www.salonvr.com March 23 – 26 Quebec City RV Show ExpoCité, Centre de foires, Quebec City Contact: (514) 338-1471 Website: www.salonvr.com NEW BRUNSWICK_______________ March 3 – 5 Moncton RV Show Moncton Coliseum Complex, Moncton Contact: 1-888-454-7469 Website: www.monctonrvshow.ca NOVA SCOTIA ___________________ March 10 – 12 Atlantic Outdoor Sports and RV Show Halifax Exhibition Centre E-mail: info@darwineventgroup.com Website: www.sportsandrvshow.com PENNSYLVANIA, USA___________ Pennsylvania RV & Camping Show Industry Days: September 11 – 12 Public Days: September 13 – 17 Hersheypark Entertainment Complex Giant Center, Hershey Contact: 1-888-303-2887 Website: www.largestrvshow.com

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RV Trends for 2017 Story and Photos by Howard J. Elmer

M

y annual pilgrimage to Louisville, Kentucky, included a slight detour this year. It was to a location only about an hour from Louisville but several thousand years into the past.

Most everyone has heard of Noah’s Ark, but how many have seen it? I know most consider the Ark just a Bible story, but a determined group decided that story or not, they could build a replica. After all, the exact dimensions appear in the Bible, so the rest should be easy right? Well, they did it. An Ark, built to scale right there in the hills of Kentucky. Putting the religious aspect of the Great Flood aside, it’s worth the side trip off Interstate 75 just to see what people can build when they have a mind to.

Ark Encounter is as historically correct, inside and out, as correct as an interpretation of the Old Testament directions allows – and it is a sight. The size alone is impressive, while inside the builders have recreated the living arrangements for the animals (and Noah’s family) in a way that seems to make sense. Audio and visual displays throughout tell the story and try to answer all

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the questions that would normally arise (like, where did all those animals poop?). There are even some attempts to explain evolution by suggesting that there were dinosaurs aboard the Ark. If nothing else, it makes for interesting conversation while visiting. For Tracie and I, an afternoon in Noah’s Ark made for a unique prelude to Christmas.

Each year, Kentucky continues to offer up beautiful landscapes, interesting urban settings and a number of curiosities. The Ark Encounter,

which opened just this past July, is now one more we’ve seen.

Each year at the National RV Trade Show in Louisville, I cover 30 to 40 kilometers of carpeted floor climbing in and out of every conceivable trailer looking for what’s new. Over those two-and-a-half days I can’t help but notice some common trends in construction and decor of the new units. This year I saw a few interesting things.

First off, travel trailers are back in a big way. By contrast, fifth wheels

were the overwhelming favourite of and-a-half baths and increased size builders for a solid 10-year period, by placing the bath across the enbut starting about two years ago I tire width of the trailer at the rear. noted more conventional trailer Inside, I see more and more large designs on the floor. This year it’s showers – some up to 48 inches. obvious – just look at the number Many include a built-in seat. A of travel trailers versus fifth-wheels neat kitchen feature I saw in a few I’ve highlighted this year. But, with- trailers was an elongated U-shaped in this group, there is also another dinette. This bench will easily seat trend: smaller, lighter weight and six and the table is a longer rectsimple. The entry-level end of the angle, rather than square. market is getting a lot of attention.

Fifth wheel builders continue to This doesn’t mean cheap. Instead, utilize air space more and more. it appears to be an effort to push Trailers are being built taller. After couples trailers and minimalist units all, commercial trailers have a that cater to an outdoor, active life- height limit of 13 feet 6 inches, so style. The next thing I noticed is why should trailer builders hold to that bunkbeds, even in family-type 12-feet? The extra height makes trailers, are everywhere. They are these units feel airy, provides space being offered as double-bed bunks, for ceiling fans, hanging fixtures some of which are motorized. Bunks and more cupboard space. are also found in slideouts. of motorized platforms McPhail'sOfHarriston_Layout 1 5/8/14 9:49 AM The Pagenumber 1 The bigger bathroom trend con- continues to expand with units now tinues with more units offering one- riding on chassis from Mercedes,

Ford, Ram, Freightliner, and GM. Diesel engines are now available in small displacements as well as large.

You’ll note “That’s Neat” features several electronic tools I found this year. While neat, they are not one-offs. The computer controlled systems that we have become accustomed to in our cars are coming just as fast to the trailers we buy.

In each and every example, I saw systems that will improve the RVing experience for the veteran and novice alike.

As always, these are just some of the trends I noted on the show floor.

As always, I collect as much as I can and offer up the most unique and interesting models to our readers.

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A Motorhomes

Coachmen Sportscoach 408DB

This new Sportscoach features high-gloss finished woodwork and polished floors. Inside, it has more of everything including two full bathrooms, dropdown bunks in the slideout over the dinette, three TVs, and a massive double-sized refrigerator.

Coachmen Pursuit 30FW

It’s built on the Ford V10 gas chassis for economy, yet it’s very tall and features a full-wall slideout. The cockpit has swivel seats and a table insert, while above it is an electric dropdown bed. It also has an outdoor kitchen with TV. Huge shower. www.coachmenrv.com

Winnebago Vista 32YE

This mid-range coach features a huge full-wall slideout, a cockpit drop-bed, front swivel seats, a leather fold-out couch and large bath. Outside, there is also a kitchen and a TV. www.winnebagoind.com

Thor Motorcoach Miramar 35.3

Looks like a diesel pusher but is actually built on the Ford gas chassis.

Features a RapidCamp wireless stabilizer setup system. Also has a full rear bath and a half bath along with a dropdown cockpit bed. The residential refrigerator has an icemaker. www.thormotorcoach.com

Tiffin Phaeton 401H

This is an opulent motorhome and one that features a new floorplan for 2017. With four slideouts, it has a massive rear bathroom, as well as a half bath. A king bed is available and twin opposing side sofas make for a great salon.

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Class

B Motorhomes

REV Group American Patriot

Built on the Sprinter diesel chassis, it features a full wet bath, power rear bench for a bed, a raised roof and TV, and entertainment in the over-cockpit space. www.revgroup.com

Pleasure-Way Lexor TS

This Pleasure-Way is built on the front wheel drive Ram ProMaster chassis. Inside rear dimensions on this Lexor are wider than previously and it now offers a 2,000-watt inverter that will power the TV and the 110V plugs. It uses new lithium ion batteries. www.pleasureway.com

Class

C Motorhomes

Thor Motorcoach Quantum KM24

New Class C built on the Sprinter chassis with the 3L diesel engine. It features a walkaround queen bed, a full-wall slideout, power awing, frameless windows and a built-in skylight over the cockpit. www.thormotorcoach.com

Travel

Trailers

Palomino 178 RK

Has a new molded nose with a large, curved, tinted window. Inside, there is a very decent-sized bathroom and the rear kitchen features a built-in fridge and microwave.

The small slideout houses an unusually long dinette seat with a slim table. www.palominorv.com

Forest River Flagstaff E-Pro E141FK Small and compact, it weighs just 1,986 lb. Still it’s well equipped with all the conveniences including shower, furnace, microwave, outside grille and roofmounted solar prep. www.forestriverinc.com March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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RV TRENDS Travel Trailers continued...

Winnebago Spyder 29KS

This mid-size toyhauler features a galley slideout, a walkaround queen bed and extra dropdown beds in the garage. Two entry doors, a hinged ramp patio and large walk-through bath make this a versatile unit. Love the colour.

Winnebago Mini-drop WD170K

Retro shape, four of five floorplans feature a slideout. None weigh more than 2,900 lb. The 170K features a kitchen slide, a set of bunks and large u-shaped dinette that will make a nice queen bed. Also has a slick slideout, full-width outside kitchen. www.winnebagoind.com

Starcraft Mercury Superlite 27 BHG A mid-sized economy trailer with lots in it. Double bunks, double doors and double entry to the bath. Large dinette will seat six easily and the big slideout makes room for everyone.

Starcraft Autumn Ridge 26BHS

This value trailer has a set of double bunks, a large single slideout, nice outside finish with a checker plate nose.

Lots of standard features like the large awning. www.starcraftcamping.com

Jayco Jay Flight SLX 175 RD Simple, lightweight, budget unit has a nice two-tone cloth U-shaped dinette and handsome cabinetry throughout. Front bed doubles as a seating area.

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LOUISVILLE • 2017 Jayco Jay Flight Bungalow

This large trailer could easily be set up as a park model. It has a penthouse suite with its own stairs over the large rear bedroom. It also features a patio door walkout opposite the large slideout that houses a stone fireplace.

Jayco Hummingbird 17FD

This is a two-person adventure trailer with raised floor built on a light aluminum frame. Its aggressive tires and short chassis earns it the title of Baja edition. www.jayco.com

Highland Ridge Open Range Ultra Lite UT2804RK A small trailer with a big layout.

Features a full rear kitchen and a U-shaped dinette in the slideout. A fireplace and built-in cabinetry are beautifully done in a dark chocolate decor. www.highlandridgerv.com

Aliner Ascape

A cute teardrop trailer with a unique rear entrance. Despite its size, the design is clever and includes everything a couple would need. Good for off-grid, it incorporates solar panels into its design. http://aliner.com

Heartland Terry Classic

Picking up on the retro movement, this name was brought back from the 60s. This vintage Terry includes the three-panel curved front window and the straight body corners of yesteryear, however, the shiny metal skin covers a thoroughly modern interior. www.heartlandrvs.com March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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RV TRENDS Travel Trailers continued...

Airstream Basecamp

You can go minimal with the Basecamp. Two doors allow for hauling adventure gear and the small size will get in just about anywhere. Oh, so trendy. www.airstream.com

CampLite by Livin’ Lite 11FK

Simple, off-road design with a single wall pop-out that greatly increases overnight space. Lightweight aluminum frame, nice built-ins and a full wet bath.

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Premier Ultra Lite by Bullet 24RKPR Futuristic look with “bullet” nose and inset LED lights. The curved ceiling is nice, as is the corner rear kitchen.

Opposing salon slideouts offer up a big space when open. www.keystonerv.com

KZ Sportsmen 363FL

This large travel trailer has a sliding patio door and a second entrance. Its large sunroom slideout has multiple windows – it could easily serve as a park model.

Features dark chocolate decor with indirect mood lights. www.kz-rv.com

CrossRoads Zinger Z-1 Series 18BH Simple trailer with good features like a 36” tub enclosure keyed alike door and compartment locks, solar panel prep, backup camera prep, stainless steel appliances and a residential-style sofa. http://crossroadsrv.com 16

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LOUISVILLE • 2017 Hymer Touring Concept

This At 1,900 lb, is a typical European camper. Hymer, which is now building Class Bs here, is now also testing the waters with its travel trailers. They are not yet available but in the future, who knows? www.newmarcorp.com

Gulf Stream Vintage Cruiser RSS

Introduced by Gulf Stream last year, the Vintage Cruiser line is expanding with a new model. It’s longer, has dual axles and a slideout. The interior decor can best be described as Happy Days meets Woody. www.gulfstreamrvtailers.com

Riverside RV Retro 820R

This vintage-inspired trailer is also a toyhauler and appropriately called the Retro – it just happens to be painted in the black and orange colour scheme of a famous motorcycle builder. www.riversiderv.net

Little Guy Rough Rider

Small is beautiful. This teardrop trailer is also rough road ready and the flip-open rear kitchen area makes it versatile. It has twin doors, TV, stereo, and powered roof vent. www.golittleguy.com

Little Guy Serro Scotty

Another retro-themed trailer.

Resurrecting a brand from the 50s, this is another modern interpretation of an old favourite. This retro craze is becoming a trend. http://serroscottytrailers.com March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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RV TRENDS Fifth

Wheel Trailers

Coachmen Chaparral 392

This tall unit has a rear lounge and an island kitchen.

In the centre there is an office/den with an overhead attic bunk. The trailer is outfitted with motion sensor lights; nice for nighttime. www.coachmenrv.com

Forest River Wildcat 28BH

This mid-size fifth wheel is all about family. It features a 40-inch shower with seat, double-bed bunks with storage setup and a privacy door. Kitchen is huge with a pantry and no carpet makes clean-up easy.

Cedar Creek Silverback Edition 33IK The Silverback makes use of its tall build with a unique peaked roof shape in its dinette slideout. The large kitchen and entertainment centre is opposite in a full-wall slide. This tall architecture also provides extreme basement storage.

Forest River Riverstone 39FK

Has a huge front kitchen, a slate stone accent wall and a 60� TV. The mid-lounge has triple couches (with a heated massage feature). The rear bedroom has its own fireplace and the tall ceiling allows for a full-height built-in wardrobe with a washer/dryer. www.forestriverinc.com Winnebago Voyage Suites 323RL A large four-season capable trailer with residential-like amenities. Features a new, dark, heavy wood interior with light floor. A large bathroom has a shower seat and tipple sliding door. www.winnebagoind.com 18

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LOUISVILLE • 2017 Open Range 3X 387 RBS

This trailer features a neat split pitch awning, handsome pointed nose and angled basement storage walls. The interior has a front lounge with three couches. Everything about this trailer is large – with five slides, oneand-a-half baths, two entry doors and a dinette with windows on three sides. www.openrangerv.com

Redwood 3991RD

Redwood has a new five slideout floorplan. The trailer is very tall, features excellent woodwork, highend finishes and appliances. The ceiling treatment is unique and the rear wall stone fireplace and entertainment centre is beautiful. http://redwood-rv.com

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Up Trailer

Rockwood HW A122BH

Looks like a traditional pop-up, but it has hard walls which unfold electrically. A front dormer opens up more dinette space and on the hitch there is extra cargo space. www.forestriverinc.com

Truck

Campers

Lance 1172

This camper for one-ton pickup trucks has two slideouts, a large dry bath and is actually very spacious thanks to a rearward slide and extra couch. www.lancecamper.com

Cirrus nüCamp

This lightweight camper is built for an eight-foot bed, but will be carried by a half-ton. Very modern-looking with an aerodynamic nose and slick sidewalls.

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RV TRENDS

Neat Ideas Solar Panels

Forest River is providing standard 200-watt solar panels on many of its new units.

Wifi Ranger

A system that finds Wifi and then boosts the signal. Can be ordered on Starcraft.

MORryde Stairs

A rethink of traditional RV steps. These steps store inside the unit entrance and fold out and down.

Adjustable legs stand on the ground offering greater stability.

Amped Up Exterior Kitchens We’ve had outside kitchens, but now Forest River is offering an outside bar complete with icemaker!

Bike Racks Large Bathrooms

A full-width rear bath with a sliding pocket door makes for a huge space when opened up.

Found in the Winnebago Minnie Plus.

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This bike rack attaches to almost any A-frame on the front of a trailer. Carries bikes by the wheels for balance and is lockable.

LOUISVILLE • 2017 Trailair

Fifth wheel hitch by Lippert.

It’s not new but it’s still neat.

As original equipment or aftermarket, it just works so well.

Decor to Match Your Clothing Another neat Airstream collaboration – the Tommy Bahama decor package.

Smart Device Controls

iN-Command Control Systems work through your smart phone allowing you to control lights, slideouts, awnings and monitor levels. Found on Dutchmen.

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GETTING THERE PA R T O F T H E

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The hitch may be small, but don’t underestimate its importance. The engineered metal can make the difference between a comfortable ride and a nail biter. That’s why B&W developed a line of hitches based on a single goal: creating a smooth, worry-free ride.

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RV TRENDS

Neat Ideas Awning Speakers

These outdoor speakers clip onto the awning – by Lippert components.

Stairs

Torklift is also building new stairs that sit on the ground. This is a coming trend.

More Cargo Space

A motorized double rear bunk lifts to create a cargo area which is then accessed by an outside half-door. Seen in a Dutchmen Aerolite.

Double-depth Slideouts Seen in the Sundance by Heartland.

One-touch Leveling

ToyLok I like how Sportsmen has fixed it to the frame here.

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Lippert is offering a one-touch leveling system called “Ground Control” for travel trailers.

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Dealer Events Calendar

Spring 2017

British Columbia___________________ Date: March 2-5 Arbutus RV & Marine Sales Ltd. 5 Locations Website: www.arbutusrv.ca E-mail: TracyNice@arbutusrv.ca Courtenay Tel: (250) 337-2174 Toll Free: (866) 330-2174 Mill Bay Tel: (250) 743-3800 Toll Free: (800) 665-5581 Nanaimo Tel: (250) 245-3858 Toll Free: (888) 272-8887 Port Alberni Tel: (250) 724-4648 Toll Free: (877) 724-4648 Sidney Tel: (250) 655-1119 Toll Free: (888) 272-8888 Event: 29th Anniversary Celebration Cash Giveaway

Alberta_________________________ Arrkann Trailer & RV Centre 3 Locations Website: www.arrkannrv.com North Edmonton Tel: (780) 451-6656 South Edmonton Tel: (780) 440-2019 Calgary Tel: (403) 291-0077 Event: Watch our website for further details.

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61 East Lake Ramp, Airdrie Tel: (403) 912-2634 Fax: (403) 912-2638 Website: westernrvcountry.com E-mail: Airdrie@westernrvcountry.com Event: 10% savings all season Date: March 4-5, April 8-9, May 26-28 Bucars RV Centre 262109 Balzac Blvd., Balzac Tel: (403) 207-1666 Website: bucarsrv.com E-mail: info@bucarsrv.com Event: Pre-season Factory Sale March 4-5, RV Open House April 8-9, RV Owners Learning Weekend May 26-28 Date: April Parkview RV Centre 5110 56th St., Wetaskiwin Tel: (866) 980-5921 Fax: (780) 352-6634 Website: www.parkviewrv.ca E-mail: parkviewrv@telus.net Event: #1 volume outdoors mfg. dealer in Canada.

Factory representatives on location, parts and accessories specials, and all RVs aggressively salepriced!

Date: April 21-23 Smyl RV Centre 5115-44th St., St. Paul Tel: (780) 645-3035 Fax: (780) 645-3502 Website: www.smylrvcentre.com E-mail: Smylrv@smylmotors.com Event: Huge savings on all RVs Date: May 4-7 Racetrack RV 262055 Balzac Blvd, Balzac Tel: (403) 226-4444 Fax: (403) 226-4449

Website: www.racetrack-rv.com E-mail: matt@recetrack-rv.com Times: 10am-8pm Event: Winner’s Circle Blowout Event

Ontario_________________________ Date: All Year Celebration Leisure Trailer Sales 204 Patillo Rd., Tecumseh Tel: (519) 727-3400 Fax: (519) 727-8720 Website: www.leisuretrailers.com E-mail: sales@leisuretrailers.com Event: Celebrating 60 Years in Business

Date: March 11-12 Ferguson RV World 1249 Talbot St., St. Thomas Tel: (519) 631-1092 Fax: (519) 631-9166 Website: www.fergusonrvworld.com E-mail: dferguson@fergusonrvworld.com Times: Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10am-4pm Event: Pre-owned and Non-Current New Unit Indoor Sale. 12 to 15 units inside and many more plugged in outside with the heat on.

Date: March 17-18 Leisure Time Park and Trailer Sales Inc. 8431 Highway 9, Caledon Tel: (905) 880-4921 Fax: (905) 880-1995 Website: www.leisuretime.ca E-mail: information@leisuretime.ca Times: Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm Event: Celebrating 50 years serving camping families.

Trailers, parts and accessories sales, food, campfire, and specials for camping in our campground.

upgraded TV on all LivinLite products, free battery included on all orders.

Date: April 20-23 Ottawa Camping Trailers Ltd. 4815 Bank St., Ottawa Tel: (613) 822-2268 Fax: (613) 822-2291 Website: www.ottawacamping.ca E-mail: info@ottawacamping.ca Times: Thurs 9am-8pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm Event: Annual Open House. Dartboard discounts, door prizes, charity BBQ, specials throughout the store on parts and accessories as well as discounted finance rates for your perfect trailer. Come on out and see what’s new for 2017 and don’t forget to try mom’s homemade doughnuts!

Date: April 21-23 Adventure RV Centre 299 Thompson Rd W., Waterford Tel: (519) 443-0291 Fax: (519) 443-0289

Monthly Premiums: $100,000 Non-Smoker Rates Age 50 55 60 65 70

Male Term 10 $ 22.85 $ 32.72 $ 54.43 $86.96 $168.00

FemaleTerm 10 $ 18.43 $ 26.34 $ 39.44 $ 63.59 $114.22

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Date: March 25 Miller RV Sales 7881 Victoria St., Metcalfe Tel: (613) 821-2323 Fax: (613) 212-8991 Website: www.millerrvsales.ca E-mail: millerrvsales@gmail.com Times: 9am-3pm Event: 10% off all Torklift products, no charge awning on all Quicksilver tent trailer orders, no charge March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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Dealer Events Calendar Spring 2017 Website: www.adventurervctr.com E-mail: peter@adventurervctr.com Times: Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm Event: Family-style beef BBQ Date: April 21-23 Campkin’s RV Centre 9760 Baldwin St N., Ashburn Tel: (905) 655-8613 Fax: (905) 655-8642 Website: www.campkins.com E-mail: roland@campkins.com Times: Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm Event: Annual Open House. Charity BBQ, door prizes, door crasher specials, spin to win wheel and exclusive secret giveaway.

Date: April 21-23 Niagara Trailers 1224 York Rd., St. David’s Tel: (905) 262-4518 Fax: (905) 262-4697 Website: www.niagaratrailers.com E-mail: rving@niagaratrailers.com Times: Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm Event: Spring Open House Date: April 21-23 Sicard RV 7526 Regional Rd., West Lincoln Tel: (905) 957-3344 Fax: (905) 957-7855 Website: www.sicardrv.com Times: Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm Event: Large Selection of RVs on sale. Door prizes, food, music, plus 15% off parts not already on sale.

Date: April 21-23 Wellington Highlands RV Inc. 535 Main St. N., Mount Forest Tel: (519) 509-4618 Toll Free: (877) 209-4678 Fax: (519) 509-4680 Website: www.wellingtonhighlandsrv.com E-mail: sales@wellingtonhighlandsrv.com Times: Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm Event: Factory select pricing, parts specials, gift with every trailer purchase, hot dog BBQ and refreshments.

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6332 County Rd. 109 RR3, Harriston Tel: (888) 665-2025 Fax: (519) 338-2770 Website: www.mcphails.on.ca E-mail: mcphails@wightman.ca Times: 9am-5pm Event: Open House. RV and parts sale, entertainment and refreshments.

Date: May 6 Owasco RV Centre 2000 Champlain Ave., Whitby Tel: (905) 579-7573 Fax: (905) 579-5802 Website: www.owascorv.com E-mail: rvsales@owasco.com Times: 9am-5pm Event: Special pricing on all new and pre-owned RVs, special financing rates, up to 25% off RV rental rates, huge RV parts garage sale, we pay the HST on all RV parts.

Date: May 27-28 Leisure Time Park and Trailer Sales Inc. 8431 Highway 9, Caledon Tel: (905) 880-4921 Fax: (905) 880-1995 Website: www.leisuretime.ca E-mail: information@leisuretime.ca Times: Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-3pm Event: Celebrating 50 years serving camping families.

Trailers, parts and accessories sales, food, specials for camping in our campground.

New Brunswick____________________

Date: March 23-26 RV World 15 Chaparral Rd., Lincoln Tel: (506) 446-3799 Toll Free: (866) 768-7700 Fax: (506) 446-6034 Website: www.rvworld.ca E-mail: sales@rvworld.nb.ca Times: Thurs 4pm-9pm, Fri 9pm-9pm, Sat 9am-9pm, Sun 10am-4pm Event: RV World’s annual RV show and sale. Located at the Fredericton Capital Exhibit Centre.

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Beautiful view from the Middle Head Trail, Cape Breton Highland National Park

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Five Weeks in the

Maritimes Part 2

WE MET SOME OF THE NICEST PEOPLE IN CANADA!

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Edwards

e spent four days in Prince Edward Island. Everyone we met agreed that the eight-mile bridge from the mainland, which opened in 1997, has been both a blessing and a curse. The island has lost its distinct, quiet, quaint flavour. It’s just not like it used to be. But residents wouldn’t change back now; the bridge is their lifeline to the outside world. Crossing it comes with a hefty price (based on number of axles and vehicle length). Our 19-foot Roadtrek qualified for the lowest rate of $46, and the fee is payable just once, when you leave the island. If you presume, like I did, that there must be a discount, or at least a frequent-user pass for residents, you’d be wrong. They pay the same as the rest of us. But it’s less costly than the ferry was, and besides, there’s no longer a ferry option from New Brunswick, only from Nova Scotia.

I dragged Randy to Anne of Green Gables National Historic Park (he admitted he enjoyed it), and we walked miles and miles of the island’s pristine white sand beaches. One great thing we discovered about PEI is that most of the best beaches are provincial parks, and provincial parks are all free. There’s no entry fee.

The same is true in Nova Scotia! We would spend all

A favorite picture, dinner on the beach in PEI

Our Roadtrek at a Boondockers Welcome host location

day at a park, have dinner on the beach, and arrive at our Boondockers Welcome host location at the perfect time for a visit without intrusion, after dinner but before dark.

NOVA SCOTIA’S SOUTH AND EASTERN SHORES By the time we landed in Nova Scotia, we knew we were “behind schedule” although we denied even being on one. Rather than drive the entire coastline, we had to pass up on something. It was a rainy day, making the decision easy: we would miss the western shore, the Nova Scotia side of the Bay of Fundy and the Annapolis Valley Region, and push on to the far side of the south shore where we were visiting a friend.

Basin Head Beach in Prince Edward Island claimed it was voted the best beach in Canada several years in a row, so, of course, we thought that must be true. But that was before we saw Carters Beach on Nova Scotia’s south shore. The only thing Basin Head could lord over this beach was length. In our books, Carters is a serious contender, not just for best beach in Canada, but it can

Peggy’s Cove

compete with any beach we’ve been to in California, the Mediterranean, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean. The water is crystal clear, and the sand like white powder, but it is the rocky outcroppings that really set off the scene. We walked the entire length, and were seriously tempted to linger all day.

One of our other stops on the south shore was Lunenburg, one of Canada’s oldest ports. By the way, there’s no such thing as a level parking spot in Lunenburg, so don’t bother trying. It’s reminiscent of San Francisco in that way, and in many other ways as well.

We had seen hundreds of very beautiful, authentic fishing villages on this trip by the time we reached Peggy’s Cove. We knew it was famous, but could it really be THAT much more picturesque than the others? We had to see for ourselves. Yes! It is, indeed, a special place.

Here’s what impressed us: the village sits on a giant area of granite (rare on this coast) that is almost bare of vegetation. Other homes and buildings are sparse, modest, and original, just as they would have been when the village was established. Despite being a tourism Mecca, there are no hotels or fancy eateries. The homes and businesses that exist are, in many cases, still occupied by the same families that have been here for centuries.

Somehow, history has been very carefully preserved here, unspoiled, and yet, all without an entry or parking fee.

I’d like to nominate Halifax as Canada’s most pedestrian-friendly city. Sure there are some hills, but there’s so much history within just a few miles. We loved our time here. Our city walking tour included an afternoon at the historic Citadel, but our favorite part was the vibrant waterfront. The boardwalk is more than two miles long, and lined with restaurant patios, pubs, and various forms of entertainment. We joined a few other RVs when we parked overnight (legally) in a $6-per-night lot right on the boardwalk. We spent two evenings on March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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the boardwalk, sitting up late, enjoying cocktails, and I’m back home, and writing this article.) We’ve already soaking up the scene, knowing we didn’t have to drive vowed to return in early October and spend at least a anywhere. full week in Cape Breton on a future trip.

CAPE BRETON We had allowed four days for Cape Breton: one for The Fortress of Louisburg, and three to drive the worldfamous Cabot Trail (not really a trail but an auto route).

We also wanted to do some of the best hikes along it.

All would have been fine if it had not rained for two of those four days. We managed Louisburg in the rain.

Much of it is indoors so it was a good choice. It is, by far, the best living history park we’ve ever visited anywhere in our travels, very well done in every respect!

Attending a ceilidh had not yet been crossed off my “east-coast experience list” and we learned there was to be an afternoon ceilidh at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre in Judique. This was a perfect stop for our second rain day. I had always thought a celidh was a dance, but we learned that, by definition, it simply means “a gathering”, often informal, a kitchen party. It could include music or dancing or just story telling. We were entertained with Celtic tunes by a very talented couple. We might have kicked up our heels, too, but there was no dance floor.

After touring the Celtic Music Museum, we came away with a new appreciation and a much greater understanding of the different tempos for jigs, reels, and other variations in Celtic music. I was also astonished to learn that almost every recognizable Canadian who has made it in this genre grew up in this very same part of Cape Breton. That includes John Allan Cameron, Ashley MacIssac, The Barra Macneils, Rita MacNeil, and Natalie MacMaster, to name just a few. No wonder the region is known as The Celtic Coast!

Hooray! The forecast of no rain on the other two days was correct. We drove the Cabot Trail, and continued to the most northern Nova Scotia settlement of Meat Cove, but Cape Breton Highlands National Park was the highlight. The park boasts an extensive system of hiking trails, and we chose two of the most popular.

Middle Head and Skyline Trails are at opposite sides of the park, which made it easy to space the hikes a day apart.

We realize now that we were too early in the season to appreciate the full effect of Cape Breton. Cabot Trail twists and winds between ocean and headlands and through a mountainous interior. As beautiful as it is, imagine the scene when the leaves change and the island celebrates the annual Celtic Colours Festival in early October. (In fact, that’s happening right now as 30

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TOTAL Trip Length: 33 Days TOTAL Camping Cost: $93 During the entire trip, we only paid for three nights in a campground. Our total camping cost of $93 includes $12 for the two nights camped in the parking lot next to the boardwalk in Halifax. We spent nine nights at the homes of Boondockers Welcome members. The free camping was nice, but even better, most of our hosts were genuine locals ­— original East Coasters. I swear we met some of the nicest people in Canada. In many cases, we found ourselves sitting up into the wee hours, comparing RV travel stories over a cup of tea or something stronger.

We have several friends who have moved to the east coast, and we’d been promising for four years that we’d come visit them “next year”. We finally had the perfect excuse to reconnect, and for nine of our nights we were parked on the property of friends. These evenings really amped up the fun. We shared meals, cocktails, campfires, music, laughter, and even a boat ride. Although we always slept in our RV, we didn’t refuse when friends offered us shower and laundry access. This also helped extend the time between dumping our tanks. We did park in a Walmart parking lot a couple of times when nothing else seemed to fall into place, but we found some beautiful “real” boondocking locations, too. Four of them were right on the ocean with gorgeous views!

THE ROAD HOME We had allowed ourselves five weeks, but ended up cutting that to 33 days. We had planned a two-night stay in Quebec City on our way home but we ended up driving straight home to attend a friend’s funeral. As a result, our return trip was much more direct. Without shunpiking, we made it home in three days. Now we have an excuse to make a separate excursion to Quebec City soon. From our Ontario home, that’s quite doable as a long weekend getaway. When we repeat the Maritimes adventure (and we are determined we will), we’ll give ourselves at least two full months to do it. That should be just about perfect!

When not on the road, Marianne Edwards and her spouse, Randy, make their home in southern Ontario. Marianne is the author of a series of guidebooks: The Frugal Shunpiker’s Guides to RV Boondocking. She can be reached through her two websites: www.boondockerswelcome.com and www. frugal-rv-travel.com

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Natural Nevada

GET OUTTA VEGAS BABY! Story and Photos by Marilyn Gris

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as Vegas is a hotspot destination for millions of visitors each year, but not for us nature lovers who try to avoid neon lights and pavement.

Maybe you like a little of both: gambling, shopping and star-studded shows today, and hitting the trails tomorrow. Within a few hours of “Sin City” you will find a plethora of hiking, and a rainbow of sandstone rock formations that rival southern Utah (See Our Favourite Place on Earth, in RV gazette issues July/ August 2016 and September/October 2016), as well as desert landscapes and river gorges that will take your breath away.

Let’s start with the most popular locations, and then venture further afield.

Whitney Pocket Campsite

First up, Valley of Fire State Park is an extremely popular park about a 45-minute drive north on I-15, but still with pockets of solitude. We have hiked there all day and have not seen another soul, except in the parking lot. Even after visiting numerous times (at least half a dozen), we return like a moth drawn to a flame. The iron-laden sandstone rocks are as fiery red as the setting sun and weathered into intriguing shapes with names like Elephant Rock, Beehive Rock and the Fire Wave.

There are several short hikes along the park roads that will impress and cause any photographer to fill their camera’s memory, but to truly appreciate this gem of a park, we like to find the hidden treasures. A couple of years ago, we found a park ranger willing to share those

secrets, which I will now share with you. Hiking up Wash #5 (you have to count the washes as you drive along the park road to the White Tanks as they are not signed), we discovered what we call “Painted Rock”.

This offset dome-shaped rock looks as though someone spilled cans of brightly coloured paint from a hovering aircraft, forming concentric rings of white, pink, orange, purple and yellow. Hiking up Wash #3 brings us to the Dragon’s Backbone (another formation name of our invention), sandstone coloured by iron mixed with gypsum, and eroded to look like spiky plates rising from a long, curvy spine, or Comets Colliding, in an area where we photographed magnified sections of the beautifully mineral-stained sandstone walls. During both of these hikes, we were secluded from the crowds that come from Vegas, those who simply drive through the park and take photos from the roadside pull-offs. Both hikes are moderate, requiring walking in soft sand and some rock scrambling.

Our experience in nearby Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, on the west side of Vegas’ suburbs, was that it can be even more popular than Valley of Fire State Park. A one-way 13-mile loop road takes you through the red rocks of Calico Hills, the limestone foothills of the Spring Mountains, and past the Keystone Fault, claimed to be the most distinguishable fault in North America. However, I challenge that statement, having personally seen California’s San Andreas Fault from on high at Keys View in Joshua Tree National Park. The park, having some 2,000 climbing routes, is also popular with climbers. We spent only a few hours driving through Red Rock Canyon, scouting for new trails to hike in future visits. The crowds, however, might discourage us from revisiting this scenic park.

Much less busy and vaster is the Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the east of the city. Accessible from north Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, or from Valley of Fire State Park to the north, Lake Mead is a wonderful playground for everyone. This National Recreation Area is a long, narrow wedge of land and water that encompasses two of the Colorado River system’s reservoirs and dams: Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam in the north, and Lake Mojave and the Davis Dam in the south. No visit to Vegas is complete without seeing the Hoover Dam and the new Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, both of which are outstanding feats of engineering.

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Narrows is reminiscent of our beloved Utah slot canyons. A good dirt road leads to the unmarked trailhead, and within a quick walk, you enter the short section of narrows with its surprisingly colourful walls. Getting into the Bowl of Fire will require driving a four-wheel drive vehicle through a wash (a dry creek bed) named Callville Wash Road. Always check directions and road conditions with park rangers or staff at the visitor centre. For easier viewing, the Bowl of Fire is visible in the distance from the Northshore Summit Trail, which is a short, moderate climb from the signed parking lot along Northshore Drive.

Our favourite hike at Lake Mead is through White Rock Canyon, 800 feet down to the Colorado River, where we find Arizona Hot Springs (clothing optional).

The parking lot is about three miles south of the Hoover Dam on Highway 93. The main trail, on which we spot several Bighorn Sheep, is an easy walk downhill to the river, followed by a bit of way-finding to locate the spring. There are three soaking pools, each of varied temperatures. We were not alone at the pools, and were happy to meet a local who convinced us to return to the parking lot by following the stream uphill from the highest pool, and continuing to take the trails to the left at each junction. Be forewarned, this route requires excellent way-finding skills, and some scrambling up rocky dryfalls about 10 feet high. I will admit, once or twice we thought we were lost, but we knew we would eventually reach the north/south Highway 93 if we just kept hiking east. And we did manage to find the right trail – at dusk!

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a minor element of danger. We’re adventurous that way!

In the southernmost section of Lake Mead National Recreation Area, in the very southern tip of Nevada (about 75 miles south of Las Vegas), pretty Lake Mojave is not much more than a widening of the Colorado River. Anyone interested in native petroglyphs will love the easy hike into nearby Grapevine Canyon. An abundance of rock art is preserved along this trail.

For a much more remote experience, just over 100 miles northwest of Vegas, and about 30 miles south of Mesquite, is the fabulous Whitney Pocket along the Gold Butte Backcountry Byway, a road which is paved to Whitney Pocket, but quite rough. There are several large campsites amidst the colourful rock formations where the road becomes dirt and intersects with Pakoon Springs Road, about 30 miles from the interstate. GPS coordinates we found on the Internet led us through nearby Mud Wash to Little Finland, where spectacular red sandstone and white gypsum have combined to form delicate features resembling filigree gargoyle sculptures.

Depending on the recent conditions, a four-wheel drive vehicle may be required to reach this area.

Continuing northeast on I-15 from Mesquite is, for me, the most spectacular interstate drive in all our travels. This is the Virgin River Gorge, beginning just past the town of Beaver Dam in the northwest corner of Arizona, before depositing you in the southwest corner of Utah and the city of St. George (the gateway to Zion National Park). The highway climbs about 1,000 feet in elevation through the narrow gorge above the river.

Steep canyon walls rise on either side, blocking all but

a narrow ribbon of sky from view. About halfway up the gorge, at Exit 18, is the Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area (to the southeast of the interstate), where there is a nice campground and picnic area, and trails leading to the river. To the northwest is Cedar Pockets, and the very scenic Beaver Dam Mountain Wilderness, which can be accessed via a 4x4 road that returns you to Old Highway 91 and the town of Beaver Dam, near I-15.

While technically not in Nevada, this scenic drive is worthy of exploration.

When we first visited Las Vegas in 1987, we decided after only two days that it wasn’t our style, and we were eager to move on. But now we love coming to southern Nevada because we’ve taken the time to research its hidden gems, its natural beauty. The next time your travels take you to Sin City, give your wallet a break and escape the casinos to see some of Nevada’s natural nuggets.

WHERE TO CAMP For RV travellers, there are numerous RV parks in and around Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City, as well as Mesquite to the north, and Laughlin and Bullhead City to the south. We prefer to boondock, and we’re not averse to travelling good dirt roads with our 31-foot fifth wheel trailer.

Valley of Fire State Park has two campgrounds ($20/ night, no hookups, $30/night water/electric), but we boondock at either Stewarts Point on Lake Mead, or Snowbird Mesa on Highway 169 toward Overton ($0).

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area: Bureau of Land Management’s Red Rock Canyon campground ($15/night, no hook-ups), although we were told it is often full (we did not camp near here).

Lake Mead National Recreation Area (at Lake Mead): Echo Bay, Callville Bay, Las Vegas Bay and Boulder Beach all have campgrounds ($20/night, no hook-ups) as well as RV parks (up to $45/night, full hook-ups), but we boondock at either Stewarts Point at the north end of the lake, or Government Wash near Las Vegas Bay ($0).

Cove Road is a winding dirt road and a long way down to the lake, but we’ve seen all kinds of RVs there; just drive slowly.

Whitney Pocket: We boondock at a large parking area on Pakoon Springs Road, immediately past the junction of Gold Butte Road. There are several large areas to camp near this intersection.

Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area: Large, developed campground, some sites overlooking the river ($8/night, no hook-ups); a few boondocking sites are available on the dirt road northwest of the interstate.

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WEBSITE RESOURCES •My “Natural Nevada” YouTube video www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnIdRKOGN7E •Valley of Fire State Park www.valley-of-fire.com •Lake Mead National Recreation Area www.nps.gov/lake/index.htm •Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area www.blm.gov/nv/st/en/fo/lvfo/blm_programs/blm_ special_areas/red_rock_nca.html •Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/recreation/camping/dev_ camps/vrg.html •Whitney Pocket www.americansouthwest.net/nevada/whitney_pockets/index.html •Hiking around Las Vegas www.birdandhike.com/ Hike/LAME/_LAME_Over/_LAME_Over.htm

Lake Mead National Recreation Area (at Lake MoMarilyn and Brad Gris travel throughout the U.S. jave): Cottonwood Cove and Katherine Landing have southwest each fall/winter in their 31-foot Jayco Designer campgrounds ($20/night, no hook-ups) as well as RV fifth wheel trailer. Marilyn writes a travel blog at http:// parks (up to $45, full hook-ups) but we boondock at griseslifeofleisure.blogspot.ca.

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By Barry Sanderson

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or those who prefer to transfer an inheritance gradually over time, the most common approach in the past has been to establish a trust – either inside or outside the will – to control the estate after death. Trusts can be a very effective wealth transfer vehicle, but there are some drawbacks that should be carefully weighted, such as cost, complexity and on-going management.

There is now an appealing wealth transfer option available to Canadians, which has considerable merit due to its simplicity and flexibility.

The Annuity Settlement Option can automatically transfer the proceeds of your insurance contract or policy upon death, into an annuity. The resulting annuity will then make gradual income payments to your beneficiaries, as specified by you.

It is a simple, inexpensive and effective wealth transfer tool. It provides the advantage of replacing a lump-sum death benefit with smaller, scheduled payments while providing savings of legal, estate administration and probate fees, increased privacy and potential creditor protection.

Unlike trusts, which can incur contract preparation costs and annual trustee and accounting fees, the Annuity Settlement Option has no fees or ongoing management requirements. It is a strategy that will appeal to most investors, regardless of whether the amount of the inheritance will be $50,000 or $1 million.

With the Annuity Settlement Option, you have complete control over the specific annuity terms. You can select an annuity that makes payments to your beneficiaries, following your death, for the rest of their lives or for a specific time period.

Guarantee options can also be added to ensure a minimum amount is paid to them or their beneficiaries. This helps avoid a problem with wills that specify an annuity to be purchased but are vague as to the type and terms, often leading to confusion or an undesired result.

If you decide to change the beneficiaries or the terms of the annuity, all you need to do is submit a new beneficiary form at no cost – instead of having to pay a lawyer to amend or redraft your trust agreement.

And if you have multiple beneficiaries, that’s not a problem. The Annuity Settlement Option allows you to differentiate between beneficiaries, permitting some to receive a lump-sum and others to receive an annuity based on the terms that you select.

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An annuity is an insurance contract where, in exchange for a simple lump-sum deposit, an insurer makes guaranteed regular income payments back to the owner of the annuity. These payments contain both interest and a return of principal component. Annuity payments can continue for a chosen period of time or for the lifetime(s) of one or two people.

The Annuity Settlement Option can be added to: • Insurance company Guaranteed Interest Contracts (GICs), • Segregated fund contracts, or • Life insurance policies BENEFITS • Allows you to control the manner in which your assets are allocated to your beneficiaries • Eliminates the need and cost associated with setting up a formal trust • Provides an increased level of privacy while avoiding costly probate and estate fees • Ensures younger beneficiaries, such as children or grandchildren, receive a controlled income stream, rather than a large lump-sum amount • Provides parents of disabled children a comprehensive estate-planning tool • Allows you to make changes to beneficiaries and settlement options quickly and without fees If you don’t want to risk transferring your assets in one large lump sum after your death, you should take the necessary steps now to protect your estate. For those who prefer a highly structured approach, a formal trust should be investigated. If you prefer a simpler approach, the Annuity Settlement Option may be just what you’re looking for.

The next step would be to consult with a financial advisor. We work with financial advisors across Canada, at no fee to Explorer RV Club members, to get initial advice on a wide range of financial matters. Call our toll-free number at 1-800-613-0794 and we will do our best to refer you to a local advisor in your area.

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Happy and Tasty Easter Trails to You

ho doesn’t love indulgent racks of roasted lamb and decadent chocolate truffles, especially when they’re kicked up a notch or two with Ethiopian and East Indian spices?

Easter festivities notwithstanding, here are two celebratory recipes that will go the distance any time of year.

Ethiopian Berbere Spice

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(makes about ¾ cup)

Use an electric spice mill or mortar and pestle to process chilies and whole seeds into powder form. ½ cup ground dried Mexican chilies (poblano; ancho, etc.)

2 tablespoons paprika 2 tablespoons smoked sweet Spanish paprika 1 tablespoon cayenne 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon ground ginger powder Berbere Rack of Lamb 1 teaspoon each of ground coriander, cardamom, (serves 4) fenugreek and cumin seeds ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 cup Panko (Japanese-style) bread crumbs 2 tablespoons Ethiopian Berbere Spice (recipe follows) ½ teaspoon each of ground allspice, clove and cinnamon ¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg ¼ cup cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish, if desired 2 tablespoons olive oil Method 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard • Stir together all ingredients, place in an airtight 2 tablespoons honey container and store in a cool, dry place. Use within 2 lamb racks, seasoned well with salt and pepper two months for optimum flavour.

Method • In the bowl of a food processor fitted with blade attachment, add bread crumbs, Berbere spice, cilantro and oil and process until smooth. Set aside.

• Stir together mustard and honey until combined and brush over lamb, then cover racks with reserved breadcrumb mixture.

• Place racks bone side down in a roasting pan and roast in a preheated 350°F oven for 20 minutes for mediumrare doneness. Let racks rest for five minutes before carving. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.

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Spicy Chocolate Truffles (makes about 40)

1 cup heavy (35%MF) cream 1 tablespoon mild Madras curry paste (try Patak’s brand) ¼ teaspoon cayenne 2½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips ¼ cup softened butter 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted

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Method • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together cream, curry paste and cayenne and bring mixture to a boil.

• Remove saucepan from heat, add chocolate chips and butter, and stir until mixture is completely smooth.

• Let chocolate mixture set in saucepan and cool to room temperature then refrigerate for 24 hours. Do not cover pot.

• Using a mini ice cream scoop or a soup spoon, scrape up about 2 teaspoons of chocolate mixture and roll gently into one-inch balls and roll in sifted cocoa powder.

• Place truffles in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one month or freeze for up to six months.

DID YOU KNOW... printable PDF versions of Chef Deb’s entire series (eight cookbooks and counting!) are available at FridgeWhisperer.com for only $1.49 per title?

This year’s 2017 Explorer RV Club National Rally will take place June 22-25 at Niagara’s Shangri-la Family Campground.

The campground, which located in the Carolinian forest on the Niagara Escarpment, promises beautiful nature trails and tempting golf courses nearby. Each campsite has a water and electrical hookup. The campground is a 20-minute drive from Niagara Falls and nestled in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, there’ll be no shortage of destinations to visit and sights to see.

Registration will take place on Thursday, as well as a potluck supper. On Friday we’ll be cruising on the Niagara Sunset Cruises line and after lunch on the boat, we’ll visit Fort George. You can look forward to catered dinners on Friday and Saturday. Be sure to bring your cowboy hats and boots, because Saturday will have a Western theme and there’ll be dancing! We will also hold a silent auction and the proceeds are all going to fund cancer research.

Saturday will feature a seminar and a product demonstration, as well as crafts and games. Finally, to end the rally, be sure to join us for a catered breakfast on Sunday morning.

We hope to see you all there!

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2017 Explorer RV Club National Rally Shangri-La Niagara Family Campground June 22-25, 2017 REGISTRATION FORM Full Name:_______________________________________________ Spouse/Companion Name:__________________________________ Address:_________________________________________________ City: ___________________________________________________ Prov:___________________________________________________ Postal Code: _____________________________________________

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The registration fee includes a boat tour with lunch, a visit to Fort George, plus two dinners and a full breakfast.

Cost one unit/2 people

$375.00 =___________

One unit/1 person

$250.00 =___________

Extra person

$150.00 =___________

Sub total:_____________

HST (13%):_____________

Tel:___________________________________________________

Total:_____________

Registration fees include 3 nights of camping, June 22-25. Extra

nights must be booked with Shangri-La Niagara Family Campground at 905-562-5851.

Special Meals Required/Allergies:____________________________ _______________________________________________________ Volunteer at Rally: q yes

First Rally: q yes q no

Less deposit:_____________ GRAND TOTAL: _____________

Payment by: q Visa q MasterCard q Cheque Card Number:___________________________________________ Expiry Date:____________________________________________

Membership No:__________________________________________ Type of RV: ______________________________________________

Signature:______________________________________________

Length: _____________________ Slideout: q yes q no

If you are willing to share your e-mail with other rally attendees, please include it here: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In considerations for being able to participate in the Ontario rally, the named registrant(s) agree to hold harmless, defend and indemnify Explorer RV Club, and Explorer RV Club operators, its successors and assigns, from any and all claims for loss, damage or injury to property or person, for any cause whatsoever occurring during its event. Registrant expressly acknowledges and assumes responsibility for all minors in his/her care.

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all terms and conditions noted on this page. This reservation form must be signed and accompanied by payment in the proper amount to become valid.

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Rally Deposit and Payment Schedule: Upon registration, $100.00 deposit is required. Full payment of balance is due 60 days prior to the start of the event unless otherwise stated. The Explorer RV Club reserves the right to make changes prior to and during the event. Changes may involve tours, events, campgrounds and/or meals.

Cancellation Policy: Written cancellation of your rally reservation must be made to the Explorer RV Club office. Explorer RV Club will retain a $35.00 cancellation fee plus any other fees not refundable by third parties. If cancelled after the final payment is made, the Explorer RV Club can only offer a partial refund.

Reserve your spot now by calling 1-800999-0819. Then complete the rally form & send/fax it in (see address on page 4).

camping newsDreports ALBERTA Alberta Wildrose Explorers Otto Neitsch is ill and no longer able to look after any campouts. If any of our members are interested in heading up a campout, please call 1-800-999-0819.

MANITOBA Manitoba Explorers

By Phyllis Briercliffe By the time Explorers read this it will be “Happy Planning” for summer camping. Right now it’s still a Happy New Year to everyone. We had a beautiful fall but camping has not been given much thought during this very cold time unless it was in front of an indoor fireplace with popcorn. Manitoba Explorers will be meeting and greeting on April 22, 2017 at Smitty’s Restaurant on Regent Ave. in Winnipeg. It will be a sharing of ideas and some planning for summer activities. If you would like to join us, contact Ruth Dejong at (204) 222-7393.

We welcome new members. Happy camping.

ONTARIO Happy Campers – Spring Campout – Bracebridge 2017

By Marlene and Bill Webb Date: June 11 to 15, 2017 Location: Bracebridge Fairgrounds (www.bracebridgefair.com), J.D. Lang Activity Park, 331 Fraserburg Road, Bracebridge, ON (just off Highway 11). From Highway 11, take Taylor Road (Exit 189) west to the traffic circle.

At the traffic circle, go left (south) on Cedar Lane to Monica Lane on your left. From Monica Lane, go right onto Grey Road, which runs into the fairgrounds (rear entrance). It’s just a few minutes from Highway 11 to the fairgrounds.

WE ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED FOR THIS CAMPOUT. Please get in touch with the contact person listed below if you wish to be placed on a waiting list, in case there are cancellations. Registration Fee: $25.00 per person (for food, facilities, etc.) Camping Fee: $100.00 per unit (four nights). It will be collected at the meet and greet. Theme: Spring Fling - Parade of colourful outfits Tuesday night. Note: Site hydro is 15 amp, water is via your hose, bring your Ys. A dumping site is available in the fairgrounds.

Contact person: Bill Webb – www.twistedacres1@ gmail.com or call 705-769-3003.

HIGHPOINT CAMPGROUNDS, Dundalk, Southgate, 250 Owen Sound St. Memorial Park (www.southgate.ca/content/highpoint-campground). Most can have water and electric hook-ups. There are washrooms and showers available, with dumping station on-site.

August 16 and 17 are set up and fellowship days. Aug. 18 will kick off with registration and a potluck.

Bring a favourite dish for Thurs. There will be a BBQ of hamburgers, sausages and potatoes on Friday and Hobo Stew on Saturday. There will be a prize for the best dressed hobo costume. Sunday we’ll say our goodbyes.

There will be campfires and lots of games! Come visit with fellow campers and have a good time. Hope to see you all again. Newcomers welcome.

Cost of campout is $30 a-day per couple or $150 for the five days. This includes site, hall, food for breakfast and BBQ. ($10/day for each extra person staying on your site.)

Directions: Between Shelburne and Flesherton on Hwy. 10 on Hwy. 9 coming in to Dundalk you’ll see Foodland and Dundalk pool. The camp ground is in behind (there is a lane way between them).

For more information, call Martin Schell at 705955-4093 or email martinschell52@gmail.com. Please respond as soon as possible for site bookings.

Memories Chapter – Walton’s Mountain

By Bob and Pat Sanderson 2017 Memories Event Schedule Looking out my office window, I find it hard to move my fingers over the keyboard. I see blizzard conditions here in Sutton on Lake Simcoe. How are you going to start the RVing season? Will it be skipping a stone over a pond? Will it be the first view of a river as you walk the forest, the first of the season outdoor coffee, the pleasure of maple bacon drifting gentle and surprisingly, throughout the campground? Just sit for a minute and go back over last year’s memories. Close your eyes and reminisce.

We have two booked events so far: 1. Spend Canada Day long weekend at Sauble Falls Lake Huron Woodland Family Campgrounds.

2. Enjoy the Cookstown KOA Country Music Jamboree Dance. Please note: this is a KOA run event by the members of the Cookstown KOA. Date is set for August 12, 2017, weekend.

The long-haul adventure this year will be Oak Island, Nova Scotia. Television Series Treasure Hunt. Plus, PEI date to be announced soon.

Happy Campers – Dundalk Memories still has room for new members. The group

By Martin Schell is from Toronto, York Region, Georgina, plus Lake Date: August 16 - 20, 2017 Simcoe shores. You can own any type of RV, from a By majority vote, this year’s campout will be at motorhome to a fifth wheel to a pop up or tent. We March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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camping newsDreports travel from May to October, holding events at many campgrounds in Ontario. Once a year we like to visit a destination in the USA, or Canada on a long-haul adventure. Memories is no cost to join. We also have access to a large indoor clubhouse for off-season gettogethers. You must be a member of the Explorer RV Club.

For Memories Chapter information, please call the Explorer RV Club office at 1-800-999-0819, or email bobpat@rogers.com.

Looking forward to meeting you soon. Bob & Pat Sanderson.

Quinte Wagoneers Chapter

By Bill van der Valk

We finished our last camp in late September but did manage to get together one more time in 2016. We met in Brighton at a local restaurant for a nice Christmas Luncheon. We invited a few of our founding members and even Santa Clause made an appearance and handed out gifts.

We are now in the middle of winter and some of our lucky members have escaped to warmer climates while the rest get to view a winter wonderland and only dream of warm sunshine, green grass and campfires.

Our 2017 camping season have us camping from May to October with camps from the Ottawa valley to Lindsay.

If you have any inquiries or would like to join us at any or our camps please contact me at billandgerryv@ gmail.com

going to Great Canadian Hideaway, Parkhill. There are also campouts in August and September. If you are interested in joining our group, please contact our President Ben Sietsma at b.lsietsma@gmail.com or 519-520-2061.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter

By Ern Pennell Things have been rather quiet since our last Rally at Brookside RV & Golf Resort in September 2016.

Several of our members have gone “south for the Winter”, others are toughing out our NL Winter and taking late Winter or Spring Vacations to get a head start on Summer. Our next event will be the Spring Luncheon meeting in May 2017, followed by our June Rally at the Shriner’s RV Park in Eastport.

Plans have been finalized and the Schedules sent out for the 2017 Caravan. Approximately 12 units are scheduled to meet at Grand Codroy Park, NL on July 16th, for a July 17th crossing to Nova Scotia. The group will travel to PEI via the Pictou/Wood Islands Ferry on Wednesday July 19, leaving PEI via Confederation Bridge for NB for a two day visit to the Moncton area. . On July 23rd it’s back to NS on July 25th with various stops scheduled until August 07, when the group returns to NL. It promises to be a great time of fun and fellowship, as the organizers have ordered excellent weather, and smooth sailing.

At the time of writing we are already enjoying a little more daylight in the late afternoon... so we are on the downhill side of Winter.

Good Health & Safe Travel’s, till we meet again in the Spring.

Newfound Chapter

By Doug Barnes At the time of writing we are in the middle of a normal winter (so far) with many members in warmer climates and the others likely dreaming of the 2017 RV season start in a few months. Our group held a Christmas dinner at Woodstock Colonial Inn just outside St. John’s on November 23 with about 30 members enjoying the great food and wonderful decorations at the premises.

Southwestern Ontario Chapter The Executive has made a tentative schedule for

By Martha Knight this coming summer’s rallies with the first destination As the cold winter winds blow, many are dreaming of Sanger Park in Grand Falls in late June. of warm summer camping trips. We have a full sumFurther information can be obtained by contacting mer program planned of campouts throughout southern Doug.Barnes@nf.sympatico.ca.

Ontario. Our first excursion is to Golden Pond, Mosely, EDITORIAL DEADLINE Ontario, near London, followed by Lakewood Christian Next deadline is March 9, 2017.

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Recall Notices

By Jim Lister

If you have a vehicle or product that has been recalled, please record the VIN or serial number and call the manufacturer or dealer. The recall contact number for GM is 1-800-263-3777 and for Ford, 1-800-565-3673 or visit that company’s website at www.fordcanada.com and click on “Contact Us” to send an e-mail. Chrysler Canada can be reached at 1-800-465-2001 or e-mail at www.chryslercanada.ca/owners/en and Toyota at 1-888-869-6828.

RV RECALLS Recall No.: 2016-553 Company: Cruiser RV Models: 2015-2016 Stryker Mfg. Recall No.: 99-03-11 Canadian Units: 11 Description: On certain fifth wheel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder’s mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.

Recall No.: 2016-434 Company: Forest River Models: 2017 Viking C-Express 9.0 & V-Express 9.0 Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 11 Description: Certain travel trailers may be missing a wire clip that retains the gas lift roof struts to the mounting bracket. A missing clip could cause a roof lifting gas strut to detach from its mounting bracket, which would cause one or both sides of the rooftop to drop down without warning, increasing the risk of injury.

Correction: Dealers will inspect and install the missing wire clip as necessary.

Recall No.: 2016-440 Company: Forest River Models: 2017 Cherokee Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 34 Description: On certain travel trailers, the tires could come into contact with the floor or wheel well when the suspension fully compresses. This could result in tire damage and could adversely affect vehicle

handling, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will inspect and install a bolt-on lift kit which will add 4.5cm (1 ¾”) of vertical height clearance.

Recall No.: 2016-455 Company: Forest River Models: 2017 Salem & Wildwood Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 25 Description: Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 110 - Tire Selection and Rims. The certification label may contain incorrect recommended tire load range and tire pressure information. This could lead to tire under inflation and/or vehicle overloading, which could affect vehicle handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Forest River will send a revised certification label to current owners with instructions for proper placement. If owners are not comfortable installing the label themselves, they can take the label to a Forest River dealer for installation.

Recall No.: 2016-459 Company: Forest River Models: 2016-2017 Amera-Lite ALDD612SA, ALDR610SA & ALDR612SA Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 14 Description: On certain travel trailers, the drawbars and coupler used on the vehicle may not be suitable for the size and weight of the travel trailer. This could cause the drawbar to fracture or fail while traveling, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will replace the drawbar.

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recalls Canadian Units: 15 Description: On certain travel trailers, the certification, tire and loading information placard does not contain correct tire size and load range information. The labels incorrectly indicate a tire size of ST225/75R15D a rim designation of 15x6.0JJ which have an 65 PSI maximum inflation pressure, while the trailers are fitted with ST205/75R14C with a rim designation of 14X5.5JJ which have a 50PSI maximum inflation pressure. Incorrect tire pressure could lead to tire failure, resulting in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Placards will be mailed to owners along with instructions for proper installation.

Recall No.: 2016-496 Company: Grand Design RV Models: 2015-2017 Reflection 5th-wheel Canadian Units: 34 Description: Certain travel trailers may not comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations. The certification label may not contain the correct Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The label incorrectly indicates a GAWR of 7000 lbs (3175 kg), while it should instead show the GAWR as 6400 lbs (2903 kg).

This could lead to premature tire failure and vehicle overloading, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Grand Design RV will send a revised certification label to current owners with instructions for proper placement. If owners are not comfortable installing the label themselves, they can take the label to a Grand Design RV dealer for installation.

Recall No.: 2016-573 Company: Grand Design RV Models: 2015-2016 Momentum Toy Hauler & Solitude 5th-wheel Canadian Units: 155 Description: On certain fifth wheel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder’s mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.

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Recall No.: 2016-554 Company: Heartland Models: 2015-2016 Cyclone & Road Warrior 2016 Torque Mfg. Recall No.: 99-01-28 Canadian Units: 131 Description: On certain fifth wheel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder’s mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.

Recall No.: 2016-536 Company: Jayco Models: 2017 Jay Sport Canadian Units: 15 Description: On certain travel trailers, the certification, tire and loading information placard does not contain correct tire size and load range information. The labels incorrectly indicate a tire size of ST175/80R3D which have an 65 PSI maximum inflation pressure, while the trailers are fitted with ST175/85R13C which have a 50 PSI maximum inflation pressure. Incorrect tire pressure could lead to tire failure, resulting in loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Placards will be mailed along with instructions for proper installation.

Recall No.: 2016-538 Company: Jayco Models: 2016-2017 Anthem & Cornerstone Canadian Units: 34 Description: Certain motorhomes may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 302 – Flammability of Interior Materials. The mattress used in the vehicle does not meet the requirements of the standard, which could enhance the spread of a flame in the event of a fire, which could result in injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will replace the mattress with a material that meets the requirements of the standard.

Recall No.: 2016-541 Company: Jayco

Models: 2017 Starcraft AR-One Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 11 Description: On certain travel trailers, the certification, tire and loading information placard, does not contain correct information regarding the number of axles the unit is equipped with. As a result, the vehicle could be overloaded, which would result in poor vehicle handling characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Manufacturer will mail out new labels containing the correct information.

Recall No.: 2016-560 Company: Jayco Models: 2017 Jay Sport Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 3 Description: On certain travel trailers outfitted with the optional Baja Package, the tires may have inadequate clearance with the wheel wells. Inadequate clearance between the wheel and wheel well may cause premature tire wear or possible tire failure, which could lead to a crash, resulting in injury and/or property damage.

Correction: Dealers will replace the axle, wheel wells and federal compliance labels.

Recall No.: 2016-551 Company: Keystone Models: 2017 Cougar Mfg. Recall No.: 16-269 Canadian Units: 5 Description: On certain travel trailers, the fasteners used for the floor decking may have come in contact with the propane cylinder cross tube during assembly.

If this occurred, the propane manifold could have been damaged which could create a leak. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of fire causing injury and or/damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will inspect and replace the propane manifold as necessary.

Recall No.: 2016-558 Company: Keystone Models: 2015-2016 Dutchmen Voltage 2015 Keystone Cougar 2015-2016 Keystone Carbon, Fuzion, Impact & Raptor Mfg. Recall No.: 16-267

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recalls Canadian Units: 427 Description: On certain fifth wheel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder’s mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.

Recall No.: 2016-561 Company: KZ Recreational Vehicles Models: 2015 Inferno, MXT, Sportsmen, Sportster, Sporttrek & Venom Mfg. Recall No.: Canadian Units: 51 Description: On certain fifth wheel trailers manufactured with a Christianson Industries exterior foldable ladder, the ladder’s mounting bracket could separate from the hinge due to an incorrect weld. This could result in the ladder separating from the vehicle, which if an individual were to be utilizing the ladder, could lead to an increased risk of injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will install a hinge brace over the back of the existing hinges to secure the hinge and mounting bracket.

Recall No.: 2016-476 Company: Newmar Models: 2016-2017 Canyon Star Class A Motorhome Canadian Units: 2 Description: On certain motorhomes, the wheelchair access door with power lock option may not operate as designed. If the remote key fob is pressed while the motorhome is moving, the wheelchair access door could open. This could cause a loss of vehicle control which increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/ or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will add a relay harness to prevent the wheelchair access door from opening when the vehicle is in transit.

Recall No.: 2016-503 Company: Newmar Models: 2012-2017 Canyon Star Class A Motorhome Canadian Units: 21 Description: On certain motorhomes, the wheelchair 46

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lift base may have been assembled with bolts that do not meet specifications. If the bolts were to break, it could cause the lift to move unintentionally, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

Correction: Dealers will replace the grade 2 bolts with grade 5 bolts.

Recall No.: 2016-524 Company: Newmar Models: 2017 London Aire Class A Motorhome Canadian Units: 6 Description: On certain motorhomes, the controller for the HWH hydraulic entry steps may not function as designed. This could allow for the entry steps to retract unexpectedly, in some circumstances with the entry door open. If the controller for the steps is not operating as intended, it may increase the risk of an accident and/or injury.

Correction: Dealers will inspect the steps and correct the controller with a software update as necessary.

Recall No.: 2016-543 Company: Newmar Models: 2017 Dutch Star, Essex & London Aire Class A Motorhomes Canadian Units: 7 Description: On certain motorhomes, wires in the throttle circuit were not shielded properly during manufacturing. This could result in a throttle setting above or below the commanded throttle setting/input.

An incorrect setting for the throttle input could result in a loss of throttle or inadvertent acceleration of the throttle which, depending on the driver’s reactions and traffic conditions, could increase the risk of a crash and/ or property damage.

Correction: An authorized Spartan Service Centre will supply and install an overlay harness with the wires shielded to the proper specification.

Recall No.: 2016-559 Company: Newmar Models: 2016-2017 Dutch Star Class A 2017 Ventana Class A Canadian Units: 30 Description: On certain motorhomes, a rubber coated braided power steering hose may have inadequate clearance to the starter power stud due to incorrect routing. This could cause the power steering hose to rub against the stud on the starter motor, which could cause an electrical arc and a power steering fluid leak.

A power steering leak in the presence of an electrical

arc could increase the risk of fire causing injury and/ or damage to property. A power steering fluid leak could also require additional steering effort which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will inspect and reroute the power steering hose for proper clearance to the starter stud.

seat occupant.

Correction: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) dealers will replace the front passenger airbag inflator.

Recall No.: 2016-571 Company: REV Recreation Group Models: American Coach 2017 American Dream 2016-2017 American Revolution Recall No.: 2016-480 2016-2017 Fleetwood Discovery Company: REV Recreation Group 2017 Holiday Rambler Endeavor & Scepter Models: American Coach Canadian Units: 12 2016 American Allegiance Description: On certain motorhomes, a rubber coated 2016 American Dream braided power steering hose may have inadequate 2014-2016 American Eagle clearance to the starter power stud due to incorrect 2014-2015 American Heritage routing. This could cause the power steering hose to 2014-2016 American Revolution & Tradition rub against the stud on the starter motor, which could 2016 Monaco Diplomat cause an electrical arc and a power steering fluid leak.

2015 Monaco Dynasty A power steering leak in the presence of an electrical Canadian Units: 47 arc could increase the risk of fire causing injury and/ Description: On certain motorhomes equipped with or damage to property. A power steering fluid leak a heavier weight adjustable straight foot pedal, the could also require additional steering effort which brake activation signal to the motorhome’s brake lights and to certain towed devices may not deactivate could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. when the motorhome service brakes are released. This Correction: Dealers will inspect and reroute the power may cause the motorhome brake lights to potentially remain illuminated, which would result in the following steering hose for proper clearance to the starter stud. road users being unaware of the driver’s intentions.

Recall No.: 2016-473 Additionally, if the brakes of a towed vehicle were Company: Thor Motor Coach to remain engaged, it could result in a loss of vehicle control. Both of these conditions could increase the risk Models: 2016-2017 Four Winds Chateau & Four Winds of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Daimler Trucks North America authorized Mfg. Recall No.: RC0000122 Canadian Units: 14 service facilities will replace the torsion spring of the Description: On certain motorhomes, the spare tire pedal assembly with an improved spring. carrier brackets may not have been properly attached during vehicle assembly and could detach from the Recall No.: 2016-544 motorhome. If this were to occur while the vehicle was Company: REV Recreation Group in motion, the spare tire could strike another vehicle, Models: 2010 Dodge Sprinter stationary object, or bystander, causing injury and/or 2010 Fleetwood Icon & Pulse property damage.

Mfg. Recall No.: R49 Correction: Dealers will install carriage bolts to secure Canadian Units: 20 Description: On certain RVs built on a Dodge Sprinter the spare tire bracket. chassis, the passenger frontal airbag inflator could Recall No.: 2016-563 produce excessive internal pressure during airbag Company: Tiffin deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled Models: 2016-2017 Allegro toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. Canadian Units: 39 This could also damage the airbag module, which could Description: On certain motorhomes, the certification label on the trailer hitch may not have the correct prevent proper deployment. Failure of the passenger airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment weight capacity information. This could cause the is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the trailer hitch to be inadvertently overloaded causing it March/April 2017 • RV gazette

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recalls to fail, resulting in the loss of the towed vehicle and/or trailer, which would increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Labels will be mailed to owners of affected vehicles, along with instructions for proper installation.

Recall No.: 2016-458 Company: Triple E Models: 2016 Unity Mfg. Recall No.: 8368 Canadian Units: 3 Description: On certain motorhomes, the shower head could be lowered into the shower pan or sink basin, which could cause it to siphon waste water in the event of a waste water back-up. This could result in the contamination of the fresh water system which could compromise the health of the vehicle occupants if consumed.

Correction: Dealers will install guide rings on the shower hose to prevent it from being lowered in the shower pan or sink basin.

Recall No.: 2016-452 Company: Winnebago Industries Models: 2015-2017 Itasca Cambria & Sunstar 2015-2017 Winnebago Aspect, Era, Fuse, Travato & Vista Mfg. Recall No.: 142 Canadian Units: 158 Description: On certain motorhomes, the 120-volt connections associated with the automatic transfer switch (ATS) may not have been torqued correctly during vehicle assembly. This could result in loose connections, which could create a high resistance which could overheat and cause a fire, increasing the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Dealers will verify and ensure proper torque of all the ATS connections.

Recall No.: 2016-462 Company: Winnebago Industries Models: 2017 Itasca Navion 2017 Winnebago View Mfg. Recall No.: 141 Canadian Units: 22 Description: On certain motorhomes, where the liquid propane (LP) line is passing through a grommet and connects to the water heater, sealant may not have been added / installed correctly during vehicle assembly. This could result in the potential for carbon monoxide to enter through this opening and into the cabin of the motorhome. This would expose 48

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occupants to carbon monoxide, which could result in asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning.

Correction: Dealers will inspect and ensure a grommet and a proper seal around the liquid propane (LP) line.

Recall No.: 2016-513 Company: Winnebago Industries Models: 2016-2017 Destination, Instinct, Micro Minnie, Minnie, Minnie Plus, Scorpion, Spyder, Voyage & Winnie Drop Canadian Units: 324 Description: On certain travel trailers a noncompliance exists whereby the affected trailers were produced with U.S. Tire Information and Cargo Capacity labels rather than the required Canadian formatted labels. The incorrect label may create confusion, possibly leading to the trailer being overloaded, which could affect vehicle handling and stability, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

Correction: Winnebago will send revised certification labels to current dealers or owners with instructions for proper placement. If owners are not comfortable installing the labels themselves, they can take the label to a Winnebago dealer for installation

AUTO RECALLS Recall No.: 2016-448 Company: Chrysler Models: 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 2010 Sebring 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber 2010-2014 Jeep Compass & Patriot Mfg. Recall No.: S61 Canadian Units: 139,513 Description: On certain vehicles in certain types of crashes, airbag and seatbelt pretensioner deployment capability may be lost due to a short in the front impact sensor wiring affecting Occupant Restraint Controller function. Failure of airbags and seatbelt pretensioners to deploy in a crash (when warranted) could increase the risk of injury.

Correction: Dealers will replace the Occupant Restraint Controller module.

Our list of March/April recalls on vehicles can be found at www.rvgazette.com

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