RV Safety
May 25, 2022
RV Safety The popularity of traveling in RVs has skyrocketed since the start of the pandemic. Many were first time RV owners while others decided to start living and traveling full time since they were working from home. With the higher number of RVs out on the road comes an increase in the number or crimes or opportunities, like ignored safety precautions, that could ruin your trip. Simple essentials to pack and adding items to your check list to complete can make all the difference before you ...
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RV Weather Safety
April 20, 2022
RV Weather Safety One thing that can ruin a camping trip is bad weather. A question that came up at the Dutchmen office recently was what do you do at a camp ground when there is severe weather? As someone that started their college studies in meteorology and has been storm chasing across the great plans for 10 days I felt embarrassed that I didn’t know the answer. So let’s answer that now. The first thing to address is…… Supplies and Knowledge Before you leave for ...
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RV Clubs
November 09, 2021
RV Clubs There is no denying that RVing is a lifestyle. Many who are new to the RV way of life may feel over whelmed at first but have no fear, there are networks and memberships you can join to help you along the way. Rather you are looking for discounts while on the road or looking for off the grid experiences and making new friends, there are clubs or networks for everyone. For this list we have excluded clubs or organizations that are for specific models or brands of RVs and focused more ...
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Haunted Houses
October 06, 2021
Haunted Houses When October comes around there is chill in the air. Leaves are changing colors and falling making the trees look spooky. If you are into all things ghosts, monsters, and witches and think that nothing can scar you than we dare to explore these 10 Haunted Houses. Don’t say we didn’t warn you. Terror Behind the Walls, Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia, PA This National Historic Landmark onc ...
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10 Road Trips
September 13, 2021
10 Road Trips Thanks to the interstate system traveling this great country of ours has never been easier. Our vehicles have evolved from station wagons, to mini vans, to roomie SUVs that have made road trips easier through the years. The heyday of the some of these routes gave rise to tourist traps and roadside attractions that gave you a break from sitting the car for so long. Rather you are into history, music, nature, or just crossing a destination off your travel bucket list, here are some ...
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10 Water Parks
August 02, 2021
10 Water Parks As the summer months go on the weather gets hotter, we look for ways to cool down. Many choose to cool down in the pool, sprinkler, or local splash pads. But why not take it to the next level and go to a water park and go down the water slides while getting a thrill at the same time. Here are 10 water parks that have everything from extreme slides to kid friendly areas for the whole family. Splashin’ Safari, Santa Claus, IN It’s signature slide, The Mammoth, i ...
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4th of July Fireworks Displays
July 02, 2021
Top 10 Fireworks Displays Happy 4th of July!! We celebrate our independence with parades, cook outs, pool parties, and of course fireworks. Many towns have fireworks displays for spectators to ohh and aah at. Here is a list of the 10 best fireworks displays across the country. 10. AmericaFest Pasadena, CA The Rose Bowl stadium is the location for this family event that includes live entertainment, vendors and closes out with the largest fireworks display in Southern California that you ca ...
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First Time RV Owners
May 03, 2021
Thanks to the global pandemic of Covid-19 RV sales have sky rocketed. Dealers can’t keep inventory in stock and manufacturers are working to get units off the lines as fast as possible. The main reason for the growth of sales is because people do not feel safe enough stay in hotels and travel on airplanes for their summer vacations. One of the best way to social distance is to buy or rent an RV. With social distancing restrictions many of the RV sales are to first time owners. Being a f ...
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Don't Over Pack
April 12, 2021
We all have a tendency of packing things we might need, “just in case” is what is often said in my house. Those “just in case” items start adding up the weight quickly which can put you over your legal tow limit. So unless it’s your anniversary and you have a nice evening planned, there’s no need to pack three cocktail dresses and four pair of high heels. Keep it to a minimum. If you say to yourself “we should take this just in case”, it&r ...
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Make-A-Wish Kayjay Update
March 01, 2021
Make-A-Wish Kayjay Update With the Covid-19 Pandemic Make-A-Wish has been struggling to grant wishes due children’s compromised immune systems. On October 8th of 2020, Dutchmen teamed up with Showalter RV, Global Link, and Make-A-Wish to grant the wish of Kayjay. Kayjay didn’t want a big vacation, he wanted to go camping and fishing with this family. Kayjay has been dealing with bilateral retinoblastoma, a rare form of eye cancer since he was 18 months old. Lexi, his mother, firs ...
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Fat Tuesday New Orleans Beignets
February 16, 2021
Fat Tuesday New Orleans Beignets Fat Tuesday New Orleans Beignets Fat Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras Day or Shrove Day, is seen as a day of indolence. People eat anything and everything they want before Ash Wednesday, which is the beginning of a long fasting period. Many people give up something for about 40 days as a sign of penitence for Lent. New Orleans is known for food due to its wonderful cultural diversities. Blending of life celebrations, cultures, languages, music, drinks, ...
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Dutchmen is Secret Santa
January 15, 2021
The pandemic has hit some families harder than others. Many lost their jobs leaving family members wondering how they were going make ends meet especially over the holiday season. Dutchmen Manufacturing recognized this need in our community and decided to help a family in need. Dutchmen teamed up with The Crossing, a local education center that focuses on keeping kids in school and job skills training, to adopt a family for the holidays. A monetary goal was set, but after everyone heard ...
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Tips for Towing a Trailer
June 25, 2019
When it comes time to tow a trailer, the typical stresses of the road are exacerbated if you’re unprepared. So, we have a few tips-let’s call it Towing 101-to help you overcome any fears.
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RV Living Tips
May 20, 2019
Vacation doesn’t always equal smiles and sunshine and high fives and bonding time. At some point, real life is going to happen and you’re going to need a plan B to ensure you can reset the emotional clock, decompress, and come back to the campfire better than ever.
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Where to Next?
April 22, 2019
While there are too many fantastic locations to list here, we chose five of the best spots we think you should put on your trip planner—nay, your Canadian trip planner—as we head into peak RV travel season.
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