Read the full version of Mar 20th (newsy portion) Here...
TIPS THIS WEEK
Buying RX at COSTCO may be a big savings. As a senior in Ontario, John and I only pay $4.00 for most prescriptions under the Seniors Drug Plan. But if your province doesn’t offer this feature OR you are young – Cathy shared this solution. Go to Costco for absolutely the lowest price for RX meds. This apparently is the case in Canada as well as USA. If you are paying full price for your costly Rx then Costco is definitely worth checking out. No need to be a member – just go to the store and tell the reps at the door that you only want to visit the pharmacy. Rx drugs in many places can be sold for very elevated costs.
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More on the ZIP CODE AT THE GAS PUMPS FOR CDNS – Bernie (twice) in the Southwest and Bill (once) in the Valley have met with positive results to this ‘modified’ ZIP Code. However Rick – a Club Member from our Luncheon did not have great success at a Valero somewhere in the Rio Grande Valley – but I do not know where his station was located. So it may be too early to determine if this is a total success. In the meantime this is how it works. Punch in the numbers in your Postal Code followed by two ‘0’s’. For example ‘V8L 4X6’ – would be 8-4-6-0-0. Please keep me posted on your success and/or failure of this Hint.
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SNOWBIRD CAMPGROUND SAVINGS… I received a positive email this week from Sun RV Resorts in south Texas (does not include Florida resorts) – “Casa Del Valle”; “Kenwood”; & “Snow to Sun” are each offering the 3-months of Oct to Dec for a mere $550. They also offer one month stays for $149 and up plus discounted weekly stays as well. If your plans are not set for next season it may be worth a call. First-time visitors only. More details Here – click on Texas or call 888 406 3341. Florida offers some savings as well but not quite as low.
For instance, ‘Buttonwood Bay’ in Sebring, Florida is offering special 4-month rates Jan. 1, 2010 to May 1, 2010 for $549 per/month plus Resort Fees. But so are ALL Sun RV Resorts. Check out their specials Here... and click on Florida Resorts
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Our friend Virginia shared this beneficial website for Canadians and who like to SHOP BY FLYERS – this is a great site for info. I Googled for a similar site for the USA – so far with no luck. If any reader has a similar site, please share it with me. To see the weekly flyer of your choice go Here… - most Cdn stores that have flyers here… Thanks kid.
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PROMOS THIS WEEK
These organizers look neat for anyone with a long (top to bottom) clothes cupboard. Cost was under $10.00. WONDER HANGER has possibilities. It may not work in all RV closets, but if yours is long top to bottom, it just may be a great idea. Two links came in the same day. I have not used either of these, so you’re on your own... Details Here and Here...
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PERIODIC NEWSLETTERS…
#1 ‘RVEducation101’ RV University Newsletter this week discusses all about towing for trailers and motorhomes. His RV Garage Tips feature a video for those towing a trailer and he discusses more about Volts and Amps reference batteries plus tips for cleaning a rubber roof. Read this short Here…
Those wishing to peruse their site and/or buy any of their products – even those on sale, please follow this link… RV Living is an affiliate and we receive a bonus for any products sold.
#2 Click link to receive the RV Travel.com Newsletter. it did not come out till Sat and this Diary was written on Friday last week.
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Some tips about HOW TO GO RV GREEN from Florida State Parks….
Lighten up – Improve fuel mileage, by removing extra weight from the vehicle. It may be unused items in storage compartments, or even abundant drinking water – it weighs 8.2 pounds per gallon.
- Plan ahead – Reduce fuel consumption, travel time and additional costs by planning trips in advance – avoid backtracking.
- Consider alternatives – When purchasing an RV, consider an engine that can utilize biodiesel, it is manufactured from renewable resources.
- Also installing solar panels to power up the vehicle’s appliances can eliminate 90 percent of normal generator use.
- Save energy - If solar panels are not an option, save energy by turning off the electronics when not in use. or limit RV generator and electronics use in general.
- Keep it clean – Whatever is brought into a campsite should come back out. While stocking for a trip, try to avoid products that utilize unnecessary packaging and choose reusable storage bags.
- Recycle… plastic containers, paper products and cans along the way. Used engine oil, tires and batteries, even computers or cell phones can also be recycled at many municipal facilities.
- A water-saver showerhead… will not only reduce water usage but will save energy too.
- Use non-toxic, natural cleaning products when cleaning up after a trip.
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