Hi Everyone. Well, after 15 years the RV-Dreams Community Forum is coming to an end. Since it began in August 2005, we've had 58 Million page views, 124,000 posts, and we've spent about $15,000 to keep this valuable resource for RVers free and open. But since we are now off the road and have settled down for the next chapter of our lives, we are taking the Forum down effective June 30, 2021. It has been a tough decision, but it is now time.


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Terry and Jo


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Welcome, Jean and Randy.

You have definitely found a good source of information of both the "technical" aspect of RV's and of the "lifestyle" of camping and RV'ing that so many of us have found.  So, feel free to ask any questions that come to mind and you may be surprised with the knowledge, friendliness, helpfulness and encouragement that you will receive.

As for going to a resort or two, at least they are a start.  However, keep in mind that not everyone likes resorts.  While Jo and I like the social aspect of being with others who are camping/rv'ing, where where really like the lifestyle is when we get out into "wilder" areas like state and national parks.  While we've enjoyed those places when we were in tents and even just on the ground, it is so much nicer in a camper or coach.  For instance, I've yet to see a tent with a Select Comfort bed.

I guess I should add that if the resort idea appeals to you, then you might want to look into the networks of campgrounds/resorts that require a paid membership.  If you prefer the wilder and cheaper idea of Corp of Engineers (COE) campgrounds and state parks, then save your membership money for the lesser expensive campground fees.

Glad to have you as part of the family, and we look forward to your comments and questions.  You will find that even part-time camping is great.

Terry



-- Edited by Terry and Jo on Saturday 20th of April 2013 09:55:02 PM

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randyberry65


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Hi Everyone, Well were to begin, My wife and I (Jean and Randy Berry) just got married March 27th, But have been together the last 5 years. we just bought a 19ft travel trailer earlier in March and are ready to get camping this year. We have always talked about going on the road and traveling, since finding RV-Dreams we have decided to start working towards full time RVing (we know we need a larger camper)and would like to get started as soon as possible so we will be asking a lot of questions. The first question we have is since we bought our camper we have been invited to a couple resorts, as they sound great is it a valuble thing to do as we could stay for free (or very cheap) at diferent places across the country once we decide to go full time, please share your thoughts. Thanks

 

Randy and Jean

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Jim01


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My advice would be to not buy into a membership park system yet.  After a year or so of RVing you'll find out what kind of parks you enjoy. Then, if membership parks still sound good to you, check out the many different options available. 

Good luck with your plans and welcome to the forum.

Jim



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WestWardHo


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Hi Jean & Barry,

Congratulations on your marriage. Totally agree with Jim01's advice on membership parks. If you have great sales resistance those free stays can be fun.

Keep asking questions and keep coming back. 😄 A helpful resource is to use the search button in the blue bar on top of the forum page and type in your subject. We use it all the time and have learned so much and continue to learn from the fine people on here.

Sherry





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Terry and Jo


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Every now and then, I need a good reminder.  In addition to the search function, one can also go to the "Site Map" button on the home page of the website and find a lot of stuff there for research purposes.

Pardon me for my bad memory.

Terry



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