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| RV Resources with Information You Can Use - Updated |
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This column provides websites of interest to RVers.
 | Looking for a campground or RV resort? Try the Woodall's | |
| Check the IRS website for more info about taxes. | |
| You can | |
| Don’t forget to use credit cards that provide fuel rebates when purchasing fuel for you personal | |
| vehicle, RV, or boat. You can start by checking out Gas Cards at the creditcards.com website. | ||
| RVers considering becoming full timers will find the web page titled Tax Issues for Fulltimers | |
| informative and helpful. | ||
| RVers traveling on toll roads, or using bridges or tunnels should check out the availability of E- | |
| ZPass programs that provide discounts and savings on tolls and also get you through the toll booth faster. We recommend you do a Google Search on the Internet using the search fields of “EZPass” and the state name to find information. | ||
| The U.S. Postal Service website allows you to locate post offices, find zip codes, submit changes | |
| of address and mail holds, and lots more. | ||
| RVers with computers will find a good mapping software program such as DeLorme Street Atlas | |
| can make trip planning easier and faster, and also can be used for GPS navigation | ||
| RVers signed up for the Woodall’s eNewsletter can check for available coupons in any | |
| geographic area. | ||
| See the Retirement Living Information Center website for information about the 7 states that do | |
| not tax personal income and the 2 that only tax interest and dividends. | ||
| Keeping up to date on what’s happening with the RV lifestyle is easier if you go to the Woodall’s | |
| website at the Woodall's website and sign up for the free monthly information-packed eNewsletter and money-saving coupons. You can also join the Open Roads Forum for RVers, with messages posted about all aspects of the RVing lifestyle or create your personal travel website to share your stories and photos with friends and family. | ||
| The Go RVing website offers a free CD to help you learn about the RV lifestyle, including | |
| selecting and RV, where to go, and lots more. | ||
| RVers looking for information extended warranty providers should check the RV USA website. | |
| RVers looking to get an RV loan for a new RV or refinance and existing RV will find a list of | |
| providers and contact information on the RV USA website. | ||
| RVers looking for the latest information about satellite and TV antennas should visit the Winegard | |
| website. | ||
| Looking for fuel prices, check the Gas Price Watch website. Locations with current fuel prices will | |
| be GREEN. | ||
| RVers can check fuel prices and do trip routing for fuel prices on the MapQuest website. | |
| We’re in the Hurricane season. You can check the weather and storm conditions on the Internet | |
| at the NOAA National Weather Channel and the Weather Channel. | ||
| Here is road information in the Tampa, FL area. | |
| RVers checking out the National Park Service website will find extensive helpful information about | |
| historic sites, parks, memorials, monuments and much more by name location, activity or topic. | ||
| You’ll find a list of Wal-Mart stores that do not allow overnight stays by RVers at www. | |
| freecampgrounds.com/walmart_nocamping.aspx/. | ||
| You can compare credit card offerings for interest rates, fees, card types,and banks www. | |
| creditcards.com. | ||
| Never been to Key West? Check out the Bluewater Key RV Resort. | |
| If you’re looking for great equipment and great buys for camping and outdoor activities, check | |
| www.campmor.com. | ||
| A second informative site regarding credit card offers with extensive info on rates, fees, card | |
| types, and offering institutions, along with comments from customers can be found at www. cardoffers.com. | ||
| Check out the FTC website for an excellent overview of identity theft and how to prevent and fight | |
| it. | ||
| Visit www.usastar.com for the Interstate Exit Information Guides for I-95, I-75, I-4, and I-5. | |
| Heading up the I-95 corridor to New York or New England? Stop at Cherry Hill Park and spend a | |
| few days visiting our national capitol. Check out the amenities of this RVer-friendly Five-Star RV resort. | ||
| You’ll find just about anything you need to provide clean and safe water for your RV at The RV | |
| Water Filter Store. | ||
| RVers traveling through remote areas and want the maximum possible range for their mobile | |
| phone and data needs should visit the www.smoothtalker.com website. | ||
| Don’t forget the convenience of ordering RV supplies and equipment online at Camping World | |
| and JC Whitney websites. | ||
| Visit www.remcotowing.com for information on Remco towing products and towing tips. | |
| You’ll find lots of information about the popular nationwide Encore RV Resorts on their website. | |
| Go to www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm for information about obtaining the various National Parks | |
| passes that can save you lots of money and allow you to experience the majesty of America. | ||
| You will find a list of RV clubs, along with other information at www.rvresources.com/links/rv_clubs. | |
| php. | ||
| Looking for a Florida golf course? Check www.golfflorida.com. | |
| Looking for an RV dump station, check www.rvdumpstations.com and www.sanidumps.com. | |
| The popular RV Travel website provided this link about the 30 states allow you to triple-tow | |
| (car/boad behind fifth wheel/trailer behind tow vehicle)? See http://rvtravel. com/blog/jerry/2007/10/can-you-triple-tow.html for a complete list. | ||
| The www.rvtravel.com Issue #300 contains a long list of recalled RVs which can be found at http: | |
| //rvtravel.com/publish/news/Oct_RV_recalls.shtml listing RVs identified with of vehicle safety defect and non-compliance notices by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. | ||
| All RVers in the western half of the country should check out the Western RV News website. The | |
| website is loaded with valuable information about the RV lifestyle. | ||
| More for West Coast RVers, check the Public Lands Information Center website at http://www. | |
| publiclands.org/home.php?SID= for information, including Campgrounds, Parks & Monuments, Historical-Cultural sites, Lakes & reservoirs, Wilderness areas, Wildlife refuges & fish hatcheries, National & historic trails, and Scenic Drives in eleven western states and Alaska. | ||
| RVers will find the RVers Online website is a non-commercial public service site for the benefit of | |
| RVers. | ||
| Check out the Florida State Parks website for all you want to know about the best state park | |
| system in the country. | ||
| Whether you are an RV “newbie” or an experienced RVer, you’ll find a wealth of information at | |
| the New RVer website about RVs, the RV lifestyle, and the products and services to enhance your RV activities. | ||
| RVers looking for high-speed WiFi hotspots across the country should visit the LinkSpot website | |
| Check the Woodall;s website for access to campground and RV resort information,discounts, a | |
| great E-newsletter, and more. | ||
| FMCA members can check on all scheduled FMCA rallies at http://www.fmca.com/chapters/ and | |
| clicking on Rallies. | ||
| Considering a new or used RV? You can find an extensive overview of what’s available in all types | |
| of RVs at http://www.campingworld.com/rvsales/index.cfm?affiliateID=2131. | ||
| Looking for 50% discounts on overnight fees at more than 1400 RV resorts and campgrounds, | |
| check Passport America or call 800-283-7183. | ||
| Check the KOA website for an overview of excellent videos that will help you keep your RV in | |
| good operating condition. | ||
| Looking for books about RVing and the RV lifestyle? Check the RV Bookstore. | |
| Check the National Weather Service website for up-to-date hurricane information. | |
| RVers looking for an extended warranty should check the Good Sam Club Continued Service Plan | |
| and the RV USA website. | ||
| Check out KOA’s Hot Deals for equipment and campground savings. | |
| The RV Travel website recommends that RVers who are retired or planning retirement should | |
| visit the retirementbookstore.com website. The website has an excellent selection of books on retirement, financial and estate planning, suggestions to enhance your retirement plans and activities, and places to retire. | ||
| Check the Florida Online Park Guide for information about Florida’s great State Park system | |
| Go to the Go RVing website for a free video, available online or by mail in DVD or CD-ROM | |
| format. The video will introduce the world of RV travel and camping. | ||
| RVers traveling the I-95 corridor, anywhere from Florida to Maine, can find campgrounds and RV | |
| resorts along the way at the I-95 Exit Information Guide. You’ll also find gas prices, links, and other helpful tips and suggestions. | ||
| The National Park Service website provides an easy-to-use listing of National Parks and related | |
| locations by alphabet, geographical region, or topics, including interests, activities, and park types. | ||
| RVers in Florida can use the Florida Division of Emergency Management for up-to-date minute | |
| information about hurricanes or any other disaster in Florida. | ||
| RVers looking for information about hitch products and towing will find the Draw-Tite website very | |
| helpful. | ||
| We recommend New RVer website for new and experienced RVers for loads of information and | |
| suggestions on how to make your RVing activities more enjoyable. | ||
| Looking for golf courses in Florida? | |
| RVers concerned about possible speed traps can check the Speed Trap Exchange. | |
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