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I think heroic deeds were all conceived in the open air, and all free poems also,
I think I could stop here myself and do miracles,
I think whatever I shall meet on the road I shall like,
and whoever beholds me shall like me,
I think whoever I see must be happy.

Song of the Open Road
Walt Whitman

As Whitman knew, the open road never ends and it always beckons. It is refreshing and enlightening to see new places and make new friends. It's no wonder that more people every week are drawn to RVing. What better way to assert your independence and stretch toward far horizons? In an RV, you are totally free. You don't need to check out of the motel by noon, get to the airport by 6 a.m., lose your luggage or make a dinner reservation. In an RV, everything you need is within a few feet.

If you're new to RVing, RVing 101 is for you. This virtual classroom is designed to give you basic information, tips and insights into RVing.

Here are the links we have available so far:

Is RVing for you?: Take our quick quiz and find out if your personality is suited to RVing.
How to become an RVer.: A series of practical solutions to ease into RVing and discover the fun and the convenience one step at a time.
Finding the right RV dealer for you.: Buying your first RV is a big purchase. You should find a good dealer.
The RV Checklist.: A checklist to use while making your final purchase decision.
You Can't Put a Watermelon In Your Refrigerator.: RVing is great. RVing is fun. But's it's not all sunshine and roses. Club member Carol Ray discusses some of the pitfalls of life on the road.
Do your homework before buying.: Club member Carol Ray shares her experience with the expensive lesson that goes with buying RVs not suited to your needs.
Types of RVs.: If you are wondering what type of RV might best suit you and your plans, this list will give you some tips and ideas.
Advice to a new RVer (with kids).: Club member Bob Cook posted this advice in response to a question on RV-Talk. It's good advice, so you're republishing it here.
RVing Check Lists.: Club member Donna Ransdell has provided new RVers with a useful set of check lists to help ensure you don't forget anything on your first trip..
Recommend Reading.: We've culled the best titles for new RVers available through Amazon.com. We consider several of these books essential to any RVing library.
My road to hell was paved.: An interesting and entertaining article from Outside Magazine on one person's first RVing experience.