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Welcome to RV Canucks, the chart-topping podcast where part-time RVers Dan and Melina share their adventures, tips, and stories from the road. As weekend warriors, we show you how far you can go—whether it’s a quick getaway or an epic cross-country journey.
Join us as we navigate scenic routes, uncover hidden gems, and offer practical advice for RV enthusiasts of all levels. From campground reviews and travel hacks to heartwarming (and hilarious) stories from the road, our mission is to inspire your next adventure and make every mile unforgettable.
Hit the road with us and discover how to live the RV lifestyle—one weekend at a time! You CAN see all of North America as a part-time RV Family, it just takes a bit of careful planning...stick with us to see how!
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Send us a textCelebrate with us as we hit a major milestone—our 50th episode! Join Dan and Melina for an unforgettable journey through Key West and the lush Sugarloaf Key KOA. From stunning tropical landscaping to the challenges of paddleboarding in sudden storms, we dive into the highs, lows, and lessons of our first trip to the Florida Keys.We’ll share why we chose the Sugarloaf Key KOA over other resorts, how the campground exceeded our expectations, and tips for navigating Key West l...
Send us a text2630 KM from Ontario to Key West (That's 1609 miles for our American friends) in 3 days: In this episode, we kick off our epic four-part series detailing our unforgettable summer road trip from Ontario to Key West and back! Join us for the first leg of the journey as we navigate a chaotic border crossing during Independence Day weekend, share our overnight stay at a cozy Cracker Barrel in Meadville, PA, and weigh the pros and cons of taking I-79/I-77 versus I-75.We’ll also recou...
Send us a textToday, we have a fantastic location to talk about, the one and only Anza-Borrego State Park. So grab your camping gear, and let's dive into this beautiful desert oasis!Anza-Borrego State Park, located in sunny Southern California, is the largest state park in the Golden State. It's a vast, sprawling natural wonderland that covers over 600,000 acres, with the vibrant colors of the desert landscape providing a captivating backdrop for your camping adventure. The park is famous for...
Send us a textPicking up where we left off, We were detailing the Great Canadian Roadtrip of 2021 which saw us travel West through Alberta and back. When we last left off we promised to come back and detail our stay at Pike Lake Provincial Park…and we will get to that but first, I want to detail why you shouldn’t sleep on Saskatchewan as a vacation destination.Saskatchewan has a broad reputation in much of Canada as a fly-over or drive through Province, Saskatchewan, however is among th...
Send us a textHello everyone! We're BACK for Season 3 with even more goodies from our cross-Canada tour in 2021. Today we talk about Jasper, Alberta. More specifically:The places you need to pay to play (or drive)Length restrictions in CampgroundsThe town of JasperThings to doHow to add another province to your list in less than an hourWhere to shower;...and much more!Support the showGet $10 off Roadtrippers Premium, just use code RVCanucks21 at Checkout!Like what you hear? Please leave us a ...
Send us a textWell, we did it. Teahouse Challenge is Complete and we are all better off for it. In today's episode we cover:The parking problem at National ParksThe closest campgrounds to Lake LouiseHow the Chateau is the nicest hotel you'll never see (maybe)Why Lake Louise is SO turquoiseWho Lake Louise is named afterthe Lake Agnes Tea Housethe Plain of Six Glaciers TeahouseWhat the Teahouse challenge isOur two favourite tips and tools for this trekEverything you wanted to know about alpine ...
Send us a textToday, we review three quick days camping in Banff National Park and the town of Banff.We'll talk Parking, food, park entry and campgrounds for RVs as well as tips for making sure you can snag that coveted Parks Canada Booking.Helpful tips included in this episode:Booking a National Park VideoBest Pizza EVER!Banff Ave. Brewing CompanyBanff Trail RidersBanff GondolaSupport the showGet $10 off Roadtrippers Premium, just use code RVCanucks21 at Checkout!Like what you hear? Please l...
Send us a textWell, here you have it, folks! Our Annual Spooktacular! Today we (okay, just Melina) are detailing 5 more places we've laid our heads which are completely, and totally haunted (alledgedly). Today we're talking about:Letchworth State Park and the Legend of Mon-a-sha-shaDisney's Fort Wilderness Resort and RV ParkAlbuquerque New Mexico and the Myth of La LloronaThunder Bay and the Ghost Ship SS BannockburnDrumheller and the stories that will have you saying "I ain't 'fraid of no gh...
Send us a textIn the third and final installment of our series on the Alberta Badlands (yes, it's that good that we need three episodes), we welcome Ben and Janine to talk to us about a family of 7 in a Motorhome, newbie travels, and of course, we'll learn all about Dinosaur Provincial Park and what sets it apart from Drumheller.Dinosaur Provincial Park is 48km from Brooks Alberta, about 2 hours Southeast of Drumheller, and is a UNESCO world heritage site. Unfortunately, we didn't make it to ...
Send us a textThis is episode two of our two-part series where we visit the Alberta Badlands. In Episode One, we covered Drumheller, Dinosaurs, and the Royal Tyrrell Museum. In today's episode we dive into the fascinating, storied, and sometimes tragic past of Coal mining in Canada, as well as travel to the world-famous hoodoos and go for a walkabout in Horseshoe Canyon.Support the showGet $10 off Roadtrippers Premium, just use code RVCanucks21 at Checkout!Like what you hear? Please leave us ...
Send us a textToday is Episode 40 – and we are continuing our coverage of the RV Canucks 2021 Grand Tour with a two-part profile of the Drumheller Valley, AB. On the next two episodes, we’ll talk about the unique geography of the Alberta Badlands, the sometimes dark history of the Coal Capital of Canada—and of course look at the unique reasons Drumheller is considered the Dinosaur Capital of the World. Today we Discuss:RVing options in and around DrumhellerThe River Grove Campground and ...
Send us a texttoday is episode 39, and we have a pretty exciting interview for you with Revolution Trailer Uplifting in Winnipeg MB, who we met and fell in love with on Instagram, and asked if we could interview them for the show. Lucky for us, they agreed and Fiona and I got to fill our little HGTV-obsessed hearts full. If you’ve ever even thought about casting the beiges and browns of your rig aside and renovating your trailer to a more relaxing esthetic (a la RV Fixer Upper – if you ...
Send us a textHave you ever run into a problem and realize, you REALLY needed a particular tool to get out of that jam, but you'd never really considered buying one prior?Today’s episode is focused on the underrated tools you may not know you need until you need them – and by giving you our top picks we’ll hopefully help you avoid the tears, alcohol consumption and relationship stress that crops up when things go awry.If you think this sounds familiar, we did talk about some handy items on ou...
Send us a textAh, the RV GPS debate. It's as iconic as the toilet paper in the black tank debate and just as heated. In today's episode, we begin with the general best rules for GPS, whether you're using your phone, or a state-of-the-art navigation system. Then, we talk about the major players when it comes to GPS options and weigh in with our pros and cons. Specifically, we talk about:On-board Nav (if your vehicle is so equipped)Google MapsWazeStand alone GPS (Garmin, Magellan, Tom-Tom, etc)...
Send us a textToday, we're joined by Terri Ney to talk about Nutrition, how to pack light when it comes to food, and the wild world of trekking the backwoods with small kids.Terri is a registered dietitian and nutrition educator with nearly 15 years of experience working for interdisciplinary health teams. Terri was drawn to pediatrics early as she understood this as an opportunity to foster lasting and healthy relationships and habits with food in the next generation. Because of this, she fo...
Send us a textLocated in the heart of the GTA, Bronte Creek Provincial Park is located on the western border of Oakville, Ontario, bordering the nearby city of Burlington. This 6.4 square-kilometre park packs a punch in terms of amenities including a children’s farm, turn of the century house/museum with costumed interpreters, over 10km in woodland and ravine hiking trails and one of Canada’s biggest pools. There is an abundance of scheduled programming (though some are interrupted in 2020, d...
Send us a textIn today's episode, we talk about how COVID is continuing to affect our summer camping plans, why Dan's been so absent lately; and we review Togo RV and Roadtrippers as a trip planning solution for the technologically inexperienced (aka: Dan)We also provide some updates on Sally the Vintage Trailer, and talk about tips for booking National Parks, so stick around for all things summer 2021!To get $10 off Togo RV with all the extra discounts that offers like: Harvest Hosts, Thousa...
Send us a textYou've heard it all: Irish Spring Soap, Moth Balls, Peppermint Oil, Dryer Sheets...but the question is: Do any of these popular methods actually deter pests in your RV? We do a deep dive into the data and bring you the truth in our first ever fact or fiction episode. Join us as we decode RV myths and give our verdict on what works best on the road. Check out the episode webpage for links to the videos we talk about today.Support the showGet $10 off Roadtrippers Premium, just use...
Send us a textDon't get caught on an episode of 'Border Security'! In today's episode, we discuss the subtle but very important differences between crossing North to South and Vice Versa, and you'll find out why Dan's a wanted man in Oklahoma. But first:Our top 8 tips for border crossing that apply to anyone, in any direction3 Critical trips for Canadians heading southThe 4 things you need to know for Americans heading NorthGet ready to hit duty-free and get in line for a great show and be su...
Send us a textThis episode is short, sweet, and super important because it all revolves around a piece of listener mail we received asking if someone who was not mechanically inclined could even join the RV community.Our answer is a resounding YES!! The RV community is a great bunch of folks who are ALL former newbies and we want the best for everyone who wants to give this lifestyle a try.In this episode, we'll go through why you can still have fulfilling RV adventures even if you don't know...
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