Despite the current economic downturn and a general reluctance of financial institutions to lending money, RV’s are actually pretty hot right now. Loans are cheap (if you qualify), prices are low, and strapped dealers (and private owners) are looking to make a deal. But does that mean you should run out and buy an RV? It’s not a decision that should be taken lightly and here are a few considerations you should make, before pulling the trigger.
Camping with Pets
We started camping with the family pet last summer, when the kids got a Fire Bellied Toad for one of their birthdays. While Fire Bellied Toads are about as easy as it gets, when it comes to pets and camping, we finally bowed to a relentless onslaught of kid-induced pressure and are adding a puppy to the family next week.
Campfire Cooking? What to Look for in Cookware
There is no rule that says you have to have a camp stove when you go camping. People have been cooking over fire for thousands of years, but there are some things to look out for when choosing cookware for campfire cooking.
SoCal Summer Coolness: Rafting the Kern
If you are looking for the perfect SoCal summer getaway with your family this year, look no further than the Lower Kern River, just a few hours outside of Los Angeles. The Lower Kern is one of the three west coast rivers that I recommend for families, but don’t just take my word for it – the Kern is on just about everybody’s list of top rafting rivers.
Family Camping on a Budget
Save money by cooking your own food (photo by ClintJCL)
One of the attractions of camping is that it’s generally cheaper than other types of family vacations, when you take into account rooms and meals. Camping is a great way to get the family together and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money.