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Camping Season Is Here – Get Ready!
Summer’s here, don’t get caught behind, get your RV ready to get out and explore!…
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School’s Back – Time For New Adventures!
NEW DESTINATIONS Camping is a year-round activity on Vancouver Island, but one bonus we see…
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The Art Of The Campfire
A camping staple, roasted marshmallows over the campire Building the perfect campfire can be tricky…
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Motivated RVer’s Making Great Memories
Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce visited Craig Little, owner of Arbutus RV, at their Mill Bay…
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Tips for Newbie RVers
Here are some great first-timer tips from the good folks at Jellystone Parks via Arbutus…
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Question #1 – What can I tow with my vehicle?
“What can I tow with my vehicle?” That’s the number one question we hear at…
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What are the Top Traits in Customer Service?
Caring, friendly, knowledgable – these are the traits we want in any professional we deal with…
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Looking for the truth?
Here’s where to find your True 4-Seasons RV! https://youtu.be/vHezLNbPt8c
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Never feed this to a seal!
https://youtu.be/flZrlXb4BnE
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Your RV is Your Castle
By Kirby Kolthammer, Delivery Co-ordinator, Nanaimo Arbutus RV I deliver castles for a living. Others…
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Arbutus RV’s Very Own Inspector Gadget!
The Little Family love to dry-camp at Lake Cowichan. They’ve got all sorts of ideas…
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What NOT to put in your RV Battery!
CHEK out Arbutus RV with the CHEK Around TV crew! Bonus RV Battery Tech Tip!…
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CARFAX – for Peace-of-Mind RV Purchases
Many of you may recognize the name CarProof. It’s a vehicle history report that provides…
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Moisture Control for Full-timers by Larry Epp RVSC
As the world of RV’ing continues to grow, so do the number people taking to…
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9 Steps to take to winterize your RV.
Winter comes later and is less severe here on the Island than anywhere else in…
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Arbutus Family 10% OFF Forever!
Did you know that when you own an Arbutus RV, you become a member of…
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First Time RVers Essentials Shopping List
OK, so you’ve made the decision to invest in fun and adventure by acquiring an…
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Join us for a Lance Factory Tour!
What sets Lance apart from other brands? Find the answers here… Check out our current…
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How to make the World’s Biggest Bow!
Ask Arbutus RV Sales Consultant Larry Epp if he’s an expert at building giant archery…
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Staying Dry – Tips from a Full-time RVer
Last winter these full-time RVers enjoyed a warm, but wet, snowbird stay on Vancouver Island.…
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The Evolution of the RV – Fun Facts!
Have you ever thought about the history of RVing? Here’s some very interesting history and…
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How To Treat Itchy Bumps & Bug Bites – by Larry EPP R.V.S.C.
The RVing season is in full swing. The summer sun is peeking out and the…
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Maintaining Your RV Slide-out
We believe that regular maintenance adds value to your RV. This short video from Go…
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RVs – The Cottage Alternative
RVs can be the perfect cottage alternative for those who want to spend time relaxing…
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RV Holding Tanks – Care & Maintenance
A frequently forgotten or even abused part of an RV are the waste water holding…
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Protection is Power!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new RV, whether it is brand new or gently…
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GREAT NEWS! Now you can tow a 5th Wheel with your 5 1/2 Ft Short Box Truck
The Brand New HIJACKER 13K Auto Slide by Demco is in stock at Arbutus RV…
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Exciting New RV Care Products at Arbutus RV!
CaLL or VISIT Arbutus RV – Click HERE for Full Contact Details
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Trailer Tips from 1937 – still relevant TODAY!
This book was lent to me by a good friend, Gordon Howard, who is 84…
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A Powerful Combination! Solar + Deep Cycle + LED
Solar Power, Deep Cycle Batteries and LED Lights in an RV – if you’ve ever…
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Who wants to go Spring Camping?
Our good Tech friends, Tim ‘n Al, got together over the week-end and had a…
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1-minute Safety Tip – RV Tires
Please, take 1-minute to view this simple but important message shared by Go Rving Canada.…
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1-minute Tech Tip from Go RVing Canada – BATTERIES
Looking to upgrade or replace your RV batteries? Call or visit us HERE.
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Making the MOST of your RV Investment – by Larry EPP R.V.S.C.
As a ten year veteran in sales at Arbutus RV in Courtenay, I have gathered…
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4 Ways to Make Any Dish RV Safe
Our good friends at Thor Motor Coach (thormotorcoach.com) shared the following tips to enhance your…
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RV Packing Tips from Go RVing Canada
This video from GoRVing.ca is full of excellent tips for packing up your RV…
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The Seasoned RVer’s Must-Have List
11 Things That Every RV Owner Should Absolutely Have in Their Rigs Shared by Thor…
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Everything You Should Know About RV Motorhome Classes
Originally Posted by Thor Motor Coach on January 05, 2016 If you are just getting…
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RV Sales Expert – What kind of RV should you own?
Have you been asking yourself – What kind of RV should I own? Over the years…