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More Popular US Campgrounds

26 Thursday Sep 2013

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When it’s time to start planning a camping itinerary and the destination can be anywhere in the US, it can be a daunting task to choose from so many top-notch campgrounds. From coast to coast, there are literally thousands of campgrounds across America, but there are a few parks that lead the pack.

Clay’s Park Resort located near Cleveland, Ohio, offers full hook-up amenities along its 20-acre lake. Take a kayak or canoe out for a day of boating or fishing, hike the trails, or visit the new Adventure Waterpark, which includes activities such as zip lines, water volleyball, a 10-acre lake with a sand bottom for swimming, and water slides with 150-foot drops.

Crystal Lake RV Resort in Naples offers excellent amenities to enjoy the Florida sunshine. Sites are fully equipped with plenty of room for slide outs. You’ll have everything you’ll need, including cable, laundry, and self-service RV wash and dump stations. The recreational options include a heated pool, spa, dock, rec hall, lake, game room, exercise room, tennis, and more.

Mountain Valley RV Resort in Utah will keep you busy with onsite activities, including an exercise room, playground for kids, heated pool, spa, and pavilion. This cozy resort accommodates 127 sites with full hook-ups with 30-50 amp coverage on paved and shaded sites. Visit nearby parks including Wasatch Mountain State Park, Deer Creek State Recreational Area, and Jordanelle State Park.

Nevada Treasure RV Resort in Pahrump, Nevada, puts you within an hour’s drive of Vegas and the beautiful outdoors of Death Valley National Park, Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, and Aliante Nature Discovery Park. The resort is open year-round with 202 available spaces, 167 with full hook-ups. After a day of sightseeing; relax at the heated pool, unwind in the spa or sauna, or workout in the exercise room.

We at Coach-Net, would love to hear about your favorite campgrounds- let us know by comments, Facebook, or Twitter. We would love to know where you travel in confidence!

July Family Fun In Nashville

05 Friday Jul 2013

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Once you get past all of the festivities of the 4th of July you may not think there are many family-friendly activities in July for those in the Nashville area. Well, they may not be as obvious as the parades, fireworks, and patriotic celebrations of Independence Day but Nashville still has a lot to offer you and your family in July. Head out in your RV, find a nearby campsite, and get away to one of these great events!

July 13 – Tennessee State Museum “Tunes, Tales & Treasures”

Learn more about the Civil War here in Tennessee with a special Discovery Day at the Tennessee State Museum. From 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday July 13th, the special event will feature a one-person play about Harriet Beecher Stowe, there will be Civil War-era music performed by Granville Automatic and a separate performance by the The 1861 Project. There will also be information available about researching Civil War ancestors, and other related activities. It is free to attend and an opportunity for the whole family to learn more about this important part of Tennessee and U.S. history.

July 21 – The Grease Sing-A-Long

You know the movie, you love the music and you can sing the words. Be a part of “Grease” at the Franklin Theater in full-screen Technicolor. Subtitles will even be provided so the whole gang can sing along. It all starts with a little vocal warm-up that will be led by Nashville Opera singers. The group will take the audience through a complimentary ‘magic moments pack’, which contains some fun props that the crowd will use at specific points during the film. You are encouraged to add to the fun by dressing up as Sandy, Danny, the Pink Ladies or any of your favorite characters from the film. You are also welcomed to come as you are! There will be prizes awarded though for the best costumes! The Grease Sing A Long is Sunday, July 21st at 1:30 pm with the doors opening at 1:00 PM

July 24th – The Monkees
Hey, hey, they’re the Monkees and they are following up on their sold out 2012 fall tour. Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork return to the stage this summer as the Ryman Theater plays host to a reprise from last year due to an overwhelming demand from fans. The Monkees are at it again and the whole family will enjoy this fun concert.

July 26th – The DCI Tour of Champions Series

If you have never seen a drum and bugle corps presentation in person be prepared to be blown away. Precision drumming, blaring brass and remarkable marching are all part of the Drum Corps International Tour. The event takes place at Johnny “Red” Floyd stadium at Middle Tennessee State University on
Friday, July 26th. The DCI Tour of Champions event series is a format featuring the top eight corps from last year, assuring you are seeing the best of the best. The show will give fans the chance to enjoy the drum corps experience and a finale that will impress.

Are you going to be in the Nashville area in July? If so, we would love to hear about any additional activities you are planning or have heard about. Have a safe, memorable time in your RV this July!

The First and Only Dog Dedicated Campground in the U.S.

07 Sunday Apr 2013

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If you are looking for the ultimate pet-friendly campground in the United States you may not have to look any farther than North Carolina. Just minutes away from the metropolitan areas of Rutherfordton, Spindale and Forest City in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains,is Four Paws Pet Kingdom. Four Paws Pet Kingdom claims that it is “The First and Only Dog Dedicated Campground in the U.S.” We could find nothing to dispute that.

Four Paws campground is on 34 acres in the foothills of the Blue RidgeMountains. Now, you don’t HAVE to have a dog to camp here but FourPaws sure makes it appealing if you do. Let’s take a closer look at how.Pet Friendly Camping

Amenities

Four Paws has many of the standard campground amenities including fire rings, free wi-fi, and full hook-ups, and they also provide cable TV hookups that include…The Animal Planet. What really makes Four Paws Pet Kingdom stand out however are the amenities for dogs. They include:

  • A fully fenced dog park with a huge off-leash, free run area
  • Fully fenced agility fun playground for all
  • The Rally-O Obedience Arena
  • A separate fully fenced playground for small dogs
  • Fully fenced “Linus Creek Park” an off -leash free run area with Creek access.
  • A fully fenced championship size agility ring and equipment
  • Doggy bathhouse and grooming stations
  • 16 acres of on-leash hiking trails
  • A doggy swim pond for swimming, splashing and exploring
  • Treats and more at Doggy Check-in

There are also dog walking services available. Private obedience training and behavior and agility training classes can be provided by their resident trainer for a fee.

Events

Four Paws season is the end of March through early December. Just about every weekend there are activities and events. There are pet costume contests, karaoke, potlucks, crafts and a variety of themed parties. Be advised that they are closed for “The dog days of summer” from July 29th through August 22nd.

Four Paws Pet Kingdom has only been in existence for 10 years. Because of their location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains they strongly suggest you call them for the best directions, particularly if you are driving a big rig. If you are looking to truly share your RV experience with Fido, Four Paws Pet Kingdom is certainly worth a look. They seem to enjoy their work!

Do you have a pet that enjoys RV camping as much as you do? We think they may have found a new destination!

Destination Highlight- Bryce Canyon, National Park

29 Friday Mar 2013

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Bryce Canyon National Park

Inspiring. Surreal. Breathtaking. These are just some of the words that people have used to describe Bryce Canyon, Utah. Bryce Canyon is a National Park that encompasses almost 36,000 acres of Southwestern Utah.

History

Historians have indicated that people have lived in the Bryce Canyon area for over 10,000 years. The Paiute Indians are credited with calling the stone formations so prominent in the park “hoodoos,” or pinnacles. They are also credited with creating much of the mythology surrounding these hoodoos. These stories include the story of Coyote, being somewhat of a trickster, who turned the Legend People into these hoodoos.

When the Mormons came to Utah in the 1850’s, they eventually sent Ebenezer Bryce to the area. It was here he built a road, a canal and he began to raise cattle. When other settlers followed him, they began to refer to the area as “Bryce’s canyon”, which eventually became known as Bryce Canyon. Drought, flooding, and the ultimate over-grazing of the area led to those early settlers leaving the area along with the remaining Paiute Indians. Congress made the area a national park in 1928.

The real story though is its history of 5 million years of erosion that has that has created, and continues to create, a stunning display of natural formations.

What You Can Expect to See

Bryce Canyon offers visitors unforgettable views of natural rock formations that seem to rise out of the ground. Many who visit are spiritually moved by witnessing such creations, which seem to be around every corner.

There is so much to see here you will want to carefully plan your adventure. Bryce Amphitheater alone is worth taking a day to see. Formations here include:

  • Thor’s Hammer
  • Aquarias Plateau
  • Grotoes
  • Silent City
  • The Alligator

While you can see much of Bryce Canyon’s amazing beauty from strategically placed parking areas in the park, there are some incredible views that can be best seen by hiking through a variety of trails. This will give you a close up sense of the size and significance of each of these formations.

RV Camping

While there are multiple private RV camping options around the Bryce Canyon area, there are two within the park itself. There is the North Campground and the Sunset Campground. Both are close to the visitor center and to the Bryce Amphitheater. The North Campground has 13 RV sites available by reservation and another 86 RV and Tent Sites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The Sunset Campground does not have any RV sites that can be reserved in advance but it does have RV and Tent Sites that available on a first-come, first-served basis. In the summer these sites fill up by early afternoon.

Without bright lights or fanfare, Bryce Canyon offers up its natural beauty in impressive fashion. Sunsets can be extraordinary. It is an RV trip you and your family won’t soon forget.

Keep your RV adventures on track. Towable or motorized, make sure you have RV-specific roadside assistance with Coach-Net. Our Technical and Roadside Assistance Plans can cover all of your personal vehicles, including motorcycles, and provide coverage on any vehicle you own, rent, borrow or lease.

Destination Highlight- Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

26 Tuesday Mar 2013

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Planning a trip to Florida where one of the most well-known theme parks in the world exists is an exciting adventure with plenty of fun activities for everyone of all ages. With your RV packed and your itinerary mapped out, heading to Disney World and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort in Lake Buena Vista is an adventure of its own.

Resort

Fort Wilderness Resort offers its own magic in its extraordinary wilderness environment of stately cypress and pine forest that encompasses 750 acres. It’s like stepping back in time when travelers made their way through serene natural habitats filled with animals and birds with plenty of peace and quiet.

The resort offers not only scenic camping locations but numerous woodland trails for hiking, bird watching and resident animal observation. Guests can relax at the refreshing pools and kids can enjoy making a big splash going down the corkscrew waterslide.

Guests also have access to fun and relaxing activities such as a leisurely canoeing excursion or you can saddle-up and take a ride along a forested trail.

Campsites

You’ll have your choice of campsites. Choose from one of the 156 full hook-up sites that offer solid pads for parking, landscaping and views of the woods, hook-ups, grill and picnic table. There are 430 premium campsites with a spacious parking and seating area surrounded by trees, a picnic table, water hose, electrical hook-up and barbeque grill. You’ll also have free WiFi access. Each camping location also allows for one additional vehicle. Air-conditioned comfort stations to do laundry, dry cleaning service, telephones, ice machines, banking and ATM’s are available at specified areas within the resort.

Entertainment

Enjoy casual dining at the Trail’s End Restaurant for a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet or take in a dinner show at Mickey’s Backyard BBQ or the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Relax after a day at the theme park or visiting Orlando attractions at the resort’s Crockett’s Tavern.

Transportation

Take advantage of the complimentary bus transportation offered at the resort. The bus will take you from the campsite to the Meadow Recreation Area where you can rent bikes, canoe, play arcade games or swim. It will also take you to the Settlement for dinner shows and the beach area.

Enjoy your trip, coming and going, and don’t be left on the side of the road without RV roadside assistance. With 24/7 help from Coach-Net, you’re just a phone call away from the assistance you need.

Spring Into An RV Adventure At These 10 Top Spring Destinations

28 Thursday Feb 2013

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The last of the snow is melting and the robins have returned. Spring is here, and that makes this the perfect time to go on an RV adventure. Many people pick the spring to go to different destinations because they can enjoy the attractions without dealing with the big crowds that arrive during the summer months.

Below you will find 10 great destination ideas. Before going on your trip, pack the essentials, and look into purchasing a roadside assistance plan to ensure that help is available 24/7 should something unexpected happen on your camping trip!

Family Spring Fun

1. Austin, Texas

Blooming wildflowers draw RV travelers to this great Texas city that has everything a tourist could want. If you are looking for camping, Austin has numerous RV parks including the Lone Star RV Resort Park and the McKinney Falls State Park. Go fishing, boating, hiking, biking, and more!

2. Charleston, South Carolina

Blooming magnolia trees and southern home cooking entice people to visit this East Coast town. Stroll under the moss-covered trees or take walks along the beaches as you listen to great southern music. Park your RV at one of the many RV parks, including James Island County Park, as you enjoy camping and viewing the sights.

3. Grand Canyon, Arizona

Definitely skip the summer crowds and go visit this great landmark during the spring. The Grand Canyon not only has spectacular sights, it also has some of the best camping grounds for people who just want to get away from the demands of civilization. Hike along the trails, go horseback riding, or enjoy river rafting at this top vacation spot.

4. Key West, Florida

When people think of Key West, they may automatically think about college kids. But this Florida town has great places for RV travelers looking for their place in the sun. Many RV parks offer saltwater fishing, boating, and waterfront campsites so you can enjoy yourself without the summer crowds.

5. Bar Harbor, Maine

Maine is known for having harsh winters. But once the snow melts, you can enjoy some great camping along the coast. The Mt. Desert Narrows National Park offers RV camping sites so you can park and get involved with the many activities. Have fun canoeing, biking, and hiking.

6. Yosemite National Park, California

Pan for gold, go hiking, or spend some time with the alpacas. Yosemite National Park has everything an RV camper is looking for in a spring trip. Camp inside the park if you want to get away from civilization or camp in the available Yosemite Pines RV Park outside of the national park if you are looking for more camping amenities.

7. Virgin, Utah

Red sandstone cliffs line Zion National Park in Virgin, Utah. You can bike, hike, and camp in this resort town that welcomes RV campers. Take a look at the northern edge of the Grand Canyon or just explore the number of national parks in the area.

8. Mulege, Mexico

Mexico offers great camping and RV parks for people wanting to enjoy the spring weather. If you’ve never experienced clamming before, you can try it now. You can also explore caves or just watch the beautiful sunset. (Fun fact: Coach-Net provides coverage in Mexico, click here for more details).

9. Banff, Alberta, Canada

Head North and cross the northern border to seek out great hot springs, biking, hiking, and camping opportunities. Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada looks forward to RV campers after the winter snow melts. Take in the scenic views of the Canadian Rockies as you enjoy what Canada has to offer.

10. Hill City, South Dakota

Head out to where the buffalo roam as you enjoy the rustic charm that Hill City, South Dakota gives to travelers. Wild mustangs run across the countryside and you can visit the famous Mt. Rushmore Monument.

Explore Five Great Texas Wineries

20 Wednesday Feb 2013

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Vineyard owners have learned that many parts of Texas have the perfect climate for growing grapes and making wine. This is great news for local wine lovers, who don’t have to travel far to find high quality wine. It’s the perfect state to get in your R.V and take a winery tour. There are more than 100 wineries in Texas, making it hard to decide which ones to visit. Here are five great ones that you can’t miss.

Bella Vista Ranch

Bella Vista Ranch
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This winery is located in Hill Country in Wimberley, Texas. The winery is modeled after old Tuscan wineries and specializes in Italian wines. In addition to wines, Bella Vista also grows olives, and produces olive oil. They give tours of the winery to the public, which includes a tour of the olive oil company, and allows tour goers to taste a variety of products.

Flat Creek Estate

This winery is also located in Hill Country in Austin, Texas. This winery features an old world tasting room, where as a visitor you can sample some of their award wining wines grown from Italian, Portuguese, and Rhone grapes. Or you can enjoy a picnic lunch among the various patios and ponds on this 20-acre winery and vineyard. You can even book a room at Vintner’s Lodge and stay overnight.

Delaney Vineyards

This vineyard has two locations, both in North Texas and owned by vintner Jerry Delaney. These two adjacent Lamesa, Texas vineyards are host to the Delaney Vineyards and Winery Harvest and Grape stomp every August. During this popular event you can sample some of their award wining vines, and participate in the winemaking process by stomping on some of their Cynthiana grapes. They also host evenings of music and wine during the spring, summer, and fall months.

Duchman Family Winery

Duchman Family Winery

This Driftwood Texas winery has only been in existence since 2004, but it has already made a name for itself among Texas wineries. The majority of their fruit comes from the Texas High Plains, which accounts for part of the reason why their wine is so popular. At the winery, you can visit the tasting room or take a tour of the expansive grounds.

Pedernales Cellars

This winery is located in Stonewall, which is located about an hour from Austin. As a visitor to this winery, you can explore the vast grounds or enjoy a wine tasting in their newly expanded tasting room. While there, be sure to try their Texas Tempranillos, Dallas Morning News’s pick for the best Texas red wine.

When traveling through wine country or on any road trip in your RV, being stranded on the side of the road is no fun. That’s why it so important to make sure that you have reliable roadside assistance to help you any time you are away from home.