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Staying hydrated is one of the most important parts of any physical activity.  It’s essential to follow smart hydration practices. Our body uses water to help us regulate body temperature, aid in our digestion, deliver oxygen all over the body, protect and cushion joints, and flush out unwanted toxins from the body.  Water intake varies widely by individual, so you need to know your own hydration needs. Sometimes we might encounter problems while hiking and one of them is dehydration. Avoiding dehydration is crucial, especially when backpacking the back country and other dry areas without access to any water. Dehydration...

Whether you’re a frequent RVer or the most inexperienced novice, it’s likely you’ve heard the term “boondocking.” You may have even done it, out of desire or necessity. Whatever the reason, it’s a fact of RV travel and one that every RVer should understand. Boondocking is a term used to describe RVing without being connected to water, electric, or sewer. Because you’re not connected to any services it’s also called “dry camping.” Other terms you might see refer to boondocking are free camping and wild camping. Essentially, there are three different types of boondocking : The Overnight Stay: This form...

To say that the novel coronavirus has wreaked havoc on the global economy is like saying that the Great Depression was a minor annoyance. There is simply no way to overstate the economic impact this health crisis has exerted on businesses worldwide. Still, we know that the commercial ramifications of COVID-19 will not last forever. While no one can predict exactly when things will return to “normal,” many experts believe that it’s a matter of months, not years. And while social distancing will likely remain in place once businesses do open en masse, it will be a relatively small price...

“Water hammer” sounds like something you would use to fix an aquarium or build an underwater house. But for RV owners, a water hammer can sometimes pack a punch that you will want to avoid. Avid RVers may be more familiar with the true definition of the term. It is the clatter or noise that your RV’s water pipes make when turning a faucet on/off or flushing a toilet. It is a very common complaint among RV owners and can not only be annoying but potentially damaging to sensitive fittings and pipes. It would be convenient if there were a...

The social distancing we’ve all been forced to practice lately has made us find alternate activities to fill up our free time – and we’ve got a lot of it to fill. Television watching, always a popular pastime, has risen dramatically. Ratings for news programs in particular are off the charts (CNN’s daytime viewership during the week of  March 16 was up 132% over the same week last year; Fox News Channel saw a 77% jump). What’s more, streaming services like Netflix have provided consumers with a wide range of on-demand viewing to suit nearly every taste. More people are...