RV Canucks - RV Life, One Weekend at a Time!
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!
Episodes
53 episodes
10 Reasons You Need to Visit an RV Show in 2025 | Ep. 52
Thinking about buying an RV? Looking for the latest camping gear? Or just want to soak up the RV lifestyle before the season starts? Then this episode is for you!We’re breaking down 10 reasons why attending an RV show in 2025 i...
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Season 4
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Episode 52
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27:56
Fort Wilderness: Disney Magic or Expensive Money Trap? | Ep. 51
Join Dan and Melina as they dive into the iconic Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground at Walt Disney World. From premium amenities and serene nature vibes to recent policy changes sparking controversy, we break down everything you need to kn...
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Season 4
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Episode 51
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32:48
Key West & Sugarloaf Key KOA: Island Life, Adventure, and Lessons from the Heat | Ep. 50
Celebrate 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 paddle...
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Season 4
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Episode 50
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34:05
Ontario Canada to Key West Florida | Ep. 49
2630 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 firs...
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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30:02
Anza-Borrego State Park California | Ep. 48
Today, 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...
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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38:15
Why Saskatchewan Should Be on your Bucket List | Ep. 47
Picking 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 ...
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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20:26
Visiting Jasper and the Icefields Parkway | Ep. 46
Hello 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 restricti...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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27:34
Lake Louise and Hiking the Teahouse Challenge | Ep. 45
Well, 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...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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30:39
Banff National Park | Ep. 44
Today, 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.H...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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5 More Haunted Places We've Camped: 2021 Edition | Ep 43
Well, 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:Letchwor...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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20:11
Dinosaur Provincial Park and Life in a Motorhome | Alberta Badlands Part 3 | Ep. 42
In 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 a...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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43:28
Coal Mines, Hoodoos and Canyons | Alberta Badlands Part 2 | Ep 41
This is episode two of our two-part series where we visit the Alberta Badlands. In Episode One, we covered Drumheller, Dinosaurs, and the...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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33:18
Drumheller, Alberta Badlands and the Royal Tyrrell Museum | Ep 40
Today 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 someti...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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40:41
All About Trailer Renovations with Revolution Trailer Uplifting
today 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 a...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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17:40
The RVers Guide to Navigating Northern Ontario | Ep. 38
Driving through Northern Ontario is unlike no other road trip you're likely to take in your RV. Even if you're someone who doesn't think twice about hitching up and towing down to Florida on a whim, each thousand kilometers is a completel...
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39:02
The 12 Most Underrated Tools For Your RV | Ep. 37
Have 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 un...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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21:34
Do You Need an RV Specific GPS? Ep. 36
Ah, 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. T...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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30:50
Back Country Camping with Kids: How to Keep them Well-Fed and Wild | Ep 35
Today, 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 o...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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46:32
Ontario Trip Guides: Bronte Creek Provincial Park | Ep 34
Located 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 childre...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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12:25
Summer Camping Update and Togo RV Review | Ep 33
In 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)
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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27:32
RV Fact or Fiction: Pest Control Edition | Episode 32
You'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 f...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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15:41
Tips for a Smooth Border Crossing | Canada and USA | Ep 31
Don'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:...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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18:50
You Don't Need to Be Handy to RV - Here's Why | Ep. 30
This 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!! ...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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13:18
How to Find Free Camping with Boondockers Welcome Founder Marianne Edwards | Ep. 29
On today's show, I welcome Marianne Edwards, fellow Canadian and Founder of Boondocker's Welcome to share some of her best tips on finding free camping no matter where you travel.Marianne is also the author of
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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26:16
The Ultimate Guide to Group Camping With Friends | Ep. 28
Group camping with friends or family can be such a rewarding experience and can build memories and relationships that last a lifetime...or they can go horribly wrong, and cause hurt feelings and vows to NEVER do that again.In an effort ...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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