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Northwest of Lake Tahoe, in the shadow of the Sierra Buttes, a tragedy occurred. A 500 lb. California Black Bear attacked a couple and their small dog, inside of their camper, during the first week of their stay at the Sierra Shy’s RV Park in Sierra City, California.The beautiful park, situated in the Tahoe National Forest, was the site of this grizzly attack. Was it the poor huddled family this bloodthirsty carnivore was lusting after? No. Was it after the couple’s brave little dog who tri …

3 Useful Tips to Keep Raccoons Away from Your Campsite – and to Save Your Snacks in the Process! Raccoons around a campsite may sound like nothing more than an old stereotype. But, stereotypes are sometimes in place for a reason. It's not uncommon to see these nocturnal bandits roaming around campsites looking for your tasty treats. Though, if you start to see them roasting a marshmallow for a s'more, you might have a real problem. While it's important to preserve wildlife and cre …

You've planned out every detail. The kids are ready to go. You've got enough food and some delicious campfire recipes on hand. Your campsite and RV are all set up. You're prepared for long days of hiking, swimming, and nights around the campfire. Then, the rain starts in. A summer rain can be soothing, but no one wants to be stuck sitting at a campsite watching it fall all day. Even if you've got an RV, it's important to be prepared for camping in the rain. These tips will keep you from get …

Now that camping season is upon us, it means insect season is also in full force. There are few things worse than finding the perfect spot at a campsite, only to discover yourself under attack by pesky mosquitoes. While traditional bug sprays and candles can be helpful, they aren't without faults. Some people are hesitant to use certain sprays because of chemicals. Others wear off with time, or sweat, so they aren't always the best choice – especially for kids. Thankfully, there are …

ELKHART, IN – Nearly a thousand RV enthusiasts converged on the Elkhart Campground last week to take part in the first annual RVillage Rally One: The Connected Roadshow gathering presented by RVillage.com. The rally, brainchild of creator (also an RV owner and enthusiast) CEO Curtis Coleman, was the first of what are many planned rallies all over the country supported by RVillage.com; a first-of-its-kind recreational vehicle lifestyle social network. “We knew rallies were a bi …