This week on the RV Podcast: 









* The Hurricanes just keep coming. As recovery is still underway from Hurricane Helene, a new one, Hurricane Milton, is taking direct aim at millions of Florida residents and many of the favorite snowbird campgrounds in Florida. 







* Why are so many campgrounds adding treehouses, covered wagons, and tiny homes instead of more campsites? Blame the millennials. At least, so says Kampgrounds of America.







* RV Prices are starting to drop. And that’s good news for consumers after years of jacked-up dealer prices.







* All this, plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode #518 of the RV Podcast









You can watch the video version from our RV Lifestyle YouTube Channel by clicking the player below.















If you prefer an audio-only podcast, you can hear us through your favorite podcast app or listen now through the player below. Click the CC logo on the right side of the player, and you can follow along in a word-for-word transcript of the podcast as it plays.















We're at our "GATHERING AT THE GULF" Fall MeetUp







We just set up camp in anticipation of our Gathering at the Gulf with 70 or so of our friends and supporters. We are on the panhandle, and from what we can tell, we will not be in the path of this latest Hurricane Milton. 







We'll be sharing all the photos from our Gathering with our Community all week. If you aren't a member yet -- here's where to do that https://community.rvlifestyle.com







And we have a NEW giveaway! LUMI!















Lumi is a lightweight, portable smart projector that throws high-quality 1080P HD visuals up to 200 inches. Lumi, plugged into your RV turns empty walls into immersive entertainment experiences. And we'll be using it during our gathering, too! One lucky winner will get this super cool projector to use at your home or campground.







Check it out and enter at https://rvlifestyle.com/sweepstakes







RV NEWS OF THE WEEK















We just keep getting hammered by Hurricanes.







We have two to report on this week. The devastating destruction from Hurricane Helene that continues to isolate people. Power is still out for tens of thousands, Infrastructure massively damaged.







The National Park Service announced the Blue Ridge Parkway is closed indefinitely. 







Most of the roads in northwest North Carolina are open to essential travel only, More than 50 campgrounds were impacted, some completely destroyed, and many state parks are closed for at least several more weeks.







It’s been heartbreaking reading of all the pain and suffering from Hurricane Helene. And yet in the midst of that, so many are helping and offering assistance.







Here’s one example: The Mountain River Family Campground in </itunes:summary>
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RV Campgrounds in six states have been devastated by last week’s Hurricane Helene.

With prices continuing to rise, many are asking, “How can anyone afford the RV Lifestyle these days?" We have some advice in our Social Media Buzz segment.

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This week on the RV Podcast: 









* How to Deal with High Pressure RV Sales Tactics. We’ll interview a reputable dealer who exposes unethical tactics and tells you how you should respond to high pressure.







* RV Campgrounds in six states have been devastated by last week’s Hurricane Helene.







* With prices continuing to rise, many are asking, “How can anyone afford the RV lifestyle these days?" We have some advice in our Social Media Buzz segment.







* All this plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode #517 of the RV Podcast









You can watch the video version from our RV Lifestyle YouTube Channel by clicking the player below.















If you prefer an audio-only podcast, you can hear us through your favorite podcast app or listen now through the player below. Click the CC logo on the right side of the player, and you can follow along in a word-for-word transcript of the podcast as it plays.















The devastation from Hurricane Helene has been massive. Way over 100 have died, and that grim toll is rising as new bodies are still being found in the devastation.  







Hurricane Helene's Terrible Devastation







Several campgrounds were destroyed and many others suffered varying levels of damage, including flooding and fallen trees. At least one campground death was reported. Scores of campgrounds in the storm’s path were without power and it was unknown when electricity would be restored or when they could reopen.







We’re at our Loblolly Ridge RV property near Linden, TN, doing some property maintenance, trimming back weeds and invasive plants, and battling the fire ants. They got Mike. Mike got some spray and got them. There's a cease fire for now.







New RV Land for Sale







We have a new Property Development to tell you about. It’s called the Retreat at Paris Landing and we’re heading up this week to get our first look at it. It’s in Tennessee, northwest of up near the Kentucky Border on the stretch of the Tennessee River that is so big its called Kentucky Lake and the Land Between the Lakes area.







It features large acreage lots that start at $99,900 for 5 aces and come with private deeded lake access. They will be sold, first come, first served, starting October 19 and you can get info at RVLands.net.







The same company that developed the Woodlands, where we have our property, is behind this development. The property is geared for those looking for peace and quiet and privacy, located on a plateau above the lake. That lake, by the way, is renowned for fishing. There’s nearby shopping, restaurants and marinas.







If you buy here, this is your property, your way. You can build your dream home, a lake cottage, a bardominium or put your RV here. You can then camp whenever you want, as long as you want. It's your land. I’m told that several of the properties are cleared and RV-ready right now complete with electric. Utilities are available for all the lots. Tennessee Land and Lakes is the developer and they can arrange financing, help you find local contracts and make the buying process so