Pedata RV Center Urges Consumers to Consider the Balanced and Healthy Lifestyle Offered by RVing

February 17th, 2012

Pedata RV Center urges consumers to consider a balanced and healthy lifestyle as one of the benefits of RVing. According to the RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association), a Harris Interactive Survey showed that recreational vehicle owners reported that RV travel provides the opportunity to enjoy nature, outdoor activities and quality family time.

What did RVers point to specifically as benefits of RV travel?

1.    Stronger bonds with loved ones
2.    Benefits to children
3.    Healthier eating on the road
4.    Sleeping in their own bed
5.    Using their own bathroom facilities

While these are in no way the only benefits of RVing and RV travel, it does provide a good general overview for those unfamiliar with the RV lifestyle.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “RVing appeals to a massive array of consumers, but these are some of the benefits that appeal to owners across the board. It’s interesting to hear so many different people say the same things about the wonders of RVing.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs , travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online, and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.
 

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Pedata RV Center Sees 15.1% Jump in Wholesale RV Shipments In October 2011 as Good News for 2012

February 6th, 2012

Pedata RV Center sees 15.1% jump in wholesale RV shipments (according to October 2011 Recreational Vehicle Industry Association survey of manufacturers) as good news for 2012. The survey of manufacturers conducted in October of 2011 indicated that 19,100 units were shipped. This is a 15.1% jump in comparison to October 2010 totals.

RVIA surveys are conducted regularly and are seen as a standard for the industry. Experts at Pedata RV Center view the positive numbers as an indication towards increased health of sales that could continue to climb throughout 2012. The total sales for 2011 saw a notable increase over total sales for 2010 industry wide.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “Many found the strength of the RV industry during the recession and the speed with which the RV industry recovered surprising. I didn’t. The RV is a luxury, but it’s so versatile that it is also seen as a necessity in many cases, as well as a means of maximizing a minimal budget for vacation and travel.”

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

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Pedata RV Center Releases Safety Tips for RVers Traveling Alone

January 23rd, 2012

Pedata RV Center releases safety tips for RVers traveling alone. While many view RVing as a means of group travel popular for family vacations and even multi-family vacations, it is also often used as a means of solitary vacationing.

Many individuals who are traveling alone prize their time alone so recommendations to increase safety by traveling with a party are ignored or brushed aside. But there are additional steps and precautions that can be taken to increase the safety of the solitary traveler:

1.    A good cell phone with dependable cell phone service
2.    Contact with another individual so there is a record or at least knowledge of the general whereabouts of the traveler.
3.    Regular RV maintenance to decrease the likelihood that there will be car trouble.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “ Individuals who are traveling alone can find themselves in a bit of a predicament if no one knows where they are. Sending a quick email or text message before heading off to a new location or on a hike, etc. can be extremely helpful if the traveler fails to make it back to their campsite as planned.”

While traveling alone is often not recommended by experts for safety reasons, there are many individuals who travel alone frequently without any safety issues. There are individuals who enjoy a full time RV lifestyle alone on the road. There are individuals who have traveled extensively without any safety issues cropping up due to the fact that they are traveling singly. But statistically speaking, traveling in numbers is safer and following some basic guidelines like those presented above can greatly decrease the chances that there will be a problem related to your safety while traveling.

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

For more information on Pedata RV Center, or current trends in the RV industry visit Pedata RV Center online at pedatarvcenter.com or contact Gerard Pedata:

Contact: Gerard Pedata
Company: Pedata RV Center
www.PedataRVCenter.com
Phone: 1-888-545-8314 or 520-807-0900
Email: sales (at) pedatarvcenter.com

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Recreational Vehicle Adventures and Eccentricities on Arizona Roads

January 22nd, 2012

 

RVers tend to have an adventuresome spirit. At any given time, there’s a recreational vehicle owner somewhere trying something new. It might be a fried pickle at the Hills Café in Austin, Texas or it could be figuring out how to walk on water using an inflatable walk on water ball at an out of the way lake in Florida. For RVers looking to indulge their eccentric, adventurous side on a road trip through Arizona, there are plenty of stops to make along the way. To name just a few:

Tombstone, Arizona: For those who were never quite capable of ditching the need to be a wild west cowboy, the chance to indulge those gun slinging fantasies has finally arrived. Tombstone, Arizona is a living, breathing Wild West town. Everyone remembers the stories of Doc Holliday and the Earps, but not nearly as many can say that they’ve been to the OK Corral and seen a gun fight in person.

Oatman, Arizona: A literal ghost town, Oatman is home to less than 200. When is the town’s annual bed race? That would be January. Looking instead to enjoy a High Moon Sidewalk Egg Fry? Plan the arrival for July. No matter what, travelers will get to indulge their eccentricity in Oatman. Eccentric travelers may even leave town feeling a little bit boring after running into some of the locals.

Apache Junction, Arizona: The Renaissance is alive and well at the annual Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace. Twelve stages of live entertainment, an outdoor circus, a Medieval arts and crafts fair, jousting tournaments, and all day feasting fulfill the King’s decree that pleasure and celebration are the only orders of the day.

Mesa, Arizona: Monsterland is an intense and disturbing Hollywood horror museum on Main Street in downtown Mesa. Travelers with a lingering obsession with Freddy Kruger or bloody zombies in chains will feel right at home. That is, they’ll feel right at home until they realize they’re totally terrified. Those looking for a more local and historic “spook” should come in October for the annual Ghost Tour and Downtown Walking Tour. Knowledgeable volunteers provide historic tales of ghosts and goblins related to important city sites like the tunnels and the old Territorial jail cells. The tour is sponsored by the Mesa Historical Museum.

Goodyear, Arizona: The Fireland Faerie Festival is an annual event each November that encourages attendees to participate by wearing their own costumes. The festival celebrates all things mythical and magical and offers a wide variety of attractions: music, food, fun, artisan wares, Faerie Queen’s costume parade, Queen Mab’s Bad Faerie Ball and more.

Travelers still unsure of Arizona’s ability to appease their eccentric side should rest assured that this is but the top of the iceberg. Arizona is chock full of an amazing variety of unheard of sites and intriguing entertainments. Festivals, tours, museums, ghosts, gunslingers…and that’s only in five Arizona towns. Imagine how much more crazy it can get when the rest of the state is thrown into the mix. 

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Arizona RVing: End The Desert Hike With a Splash at Slide Rock State Park

January 18th, 2012

Slide Rock State Park is a favorite for locals and RVers alike due to the unique combination of hiking through the scenic desert and ending with a splash at the natural waterslides of Slide Rock State Park. The park was originally the Pendley Homestead, a 43-acre historic apple farm in Oak Creek Canyon. Frank L. Pendley arrived in the area in 1907 and acquired the land under the Homestead Act of 1910. Mr. Pendley established an innovative and unique irrigation system that is still in use at the park today. The Pendley homestead is one of only a few still left intact in the canyon and serves as a great example of early agricultural development in Arizona. This particular location attracts all types of RVers. Some enjoy the scenic opportunities, others enjoy the recreational opportunities and still others enjoy the educational/historical aspect of the park. Regardless of your reason for visiting, it's a fantastic spot to add to your next recreational vehicle trip's list of hot spots. 

While the history of the site provides historic significance, the State Park is named after a slippery creek bottom known as Slide Rock that is located adjacent to the homestead. Slide Rock visitors enjoy sliding down the slick, natural water chute, wading and sunning along the running creek.

Getting the RV to the Park:

Take I-17 North to Exit 298 for State Highway 179N towards Sedona. At the 10th traffic circle, take the first exit onto W Arizona 89-A/N State Route 89-A. Slide Rock State Park will be on the left.

What to Do At the Park:

Pendley Homestead – View general info displayed conveniently inside the Gazebo style kiosk and historic farm implements displayed along the Pendley Homestead Trail.

Picnicking – Pack a lunch and enjoy it picnic-style along the trail or in the designated picnic areas.

Hiking – Various hikes are available for those interested in getting warm before cooling off in the water. The Clifftop Nature Trail (.25 mile) offers the best scenic views of the Slide Rock area. The Pendley Homestead Trail (.25 mile) winds through the homestead area and provides views of Oak Creek Canyon walls. The Slide Rock Route (.3 mile) provides main access to Slide Rock. Hikers who proceed past the historic rock cabin on the west side of the creek will come to an historic eight-foot wall. Those who are interested can further explore the more remote areas upstream after negotiating the wall.

Fishing –Oak Creek is periodically stocked with Rainbow Trout. Licenses required. No fishing where swimmers are present.

Swimming – While the most popular swimming location is the 80-foot natural slide worn into the sandstone, there are multiple places to both swim and wade.

Wildlife Viewing – Interested visitors should bring along their binoculars and try to catch a glimpse of local wildlife: Coues White-tailed Deer, Javelin, Coyote, Black Bear, Bald Eagle, Great Blue Heron and Black-tailed Rattlesnake.

Nearby Attractions:

Montezuma Castle National Monument: One of the best-preserved cliff dwellings in North America.

Montezuma Well: A unit of Montezuma Castle. The Well is an aquatic habitat like no other in the world has been a natural oasis for thousands of years.

Sunset Crater Volcano: A series of eruptions sometime between 1040 and 1100 created unique and dramatic geologic features that draw many to the area. The lava flows and cinders still give the appearance of being fresh while trees, wildflowers and signs of wildlife indicate a return of life.

Coconino National Forest: Landscapes within the forest ranges from the famous Red Rocks of Sedona to pine forests and alpine tundra. The area also includes mountains, canyons, fish forest lakes, creeks and streams. It’s one of the most diverse National Forests in the country.

Prescott National Forest: This 1.25 million-acre national forest surrounds Prescott and takes in the Black Hills, Mingus Mountain, Black Mesa, and the headwaters of the Verde River.

 

 

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RVing Off The Beaten Path: Arizona’s National Parks and Monuments

January 17th, 2012

 

RVers come in all shapes and sizes. Many enjoy the open road. Some prefer the highway while others enjoy the back roads. Some recreational vehicles have never been off road while others were purchased for just that purpose. The recreational vehicle varies only as much as the RVer and you can imagine how widely varied the “RVer” actually is when you realize that they’re just people who have decided to travel by recreational vehicle. For those RVers who prefer to avoid the well-traveled roads, there are many opportunities to get off the beaten path.

Off the Beaten Path in Arizona can mean experiencing a number of National Parks and Monuments. The most obvious of Arizona’s National Parks is the Grand Canyon National Park, but visitors to the Grand Canyon State should not check off the entire state after visiting the most popular travel destination. There is much more to see…off the beaten path.

Off the beaten path in Arizona RVers will find: 

Petrified Forest National Park

Saguaro National Park/Monument

Tumacácori National Historical Park

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Canyon de Chelly National Monument

Wupatki National Monument

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

Vermillion Cliffs National Monument

Navajo National Monument

Chiracahua National Monument

Every National Park and National Monument preserves a unique piece of nature or history for current and future generations. Travelers sometimes attempt to avoid these designated areas as they feel they should consider less well-known spots and entertainments. The local hotspots can certainly provide entertainment and beauty. But it is undeniable that some of the most amazing and awe-inspiring scenic views, natural wonders and nuggets of history preserved are clearly marked as national treasures. In Arizona, experiencing some of the most amazing national treasures actually requires travelers to get off the beaten path. This is not the case in all regions, but Arizona is nothing if not unique and full of opportunities for spontaneous moments of silence as travelers suddenly realize what all the fuss is about. 

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Don’t Miss This: Experiencing Arizona by RV

January 15th, 2012

 

Every seasoned RV traveler is suddenly all ears when they hear the phrase, “Don’t miss this.” This particular phrase usually comes out of the mouth of an RVer who has been in the area as a traveler or a resident and has specific info to share. It’s human nature. If someone enjoys a moment or an experience or a location, they want to share that memory. For some this means that they’ll post a Facebook status about how much they liked it. Others will conduct a photo shoot and slather the Internet with their experience through numerous photo hosting galleries, Instagram, Pinterest and various photo-based social media sites. A different type of photographer may create a small photo album of photos for their own use. Many recreational vehicle owners will end up recording the experience in writing through blogging or traditional journaling. Regardless of the method of memory recording, there’s one thing that holds true for approximately 99% of the public and that is that they will share their experience vocally. Thus the universal awareness of what is to come when a fellow traveler starts off with, “Don’t miss this!”

For instance, are you traveling to Arizona? Well, don’t miss this…

Grand Falls in Northern Arizona: Travelers are most likely to see water flowing in the Spring or after heavy rainfalls upstream. This is a unique scenic view; particularly when the water is flowing.

Havasu Falls: On the Havasupai Indian Reservation in Grand Canyon National Park. Many view this hike and location as a hands-on Grand Canyon experience that can never be replaced.

Horseshoe Bend: Just south of Page, Arizona, this is one of the most photographed locations on the Colorado River.

The Wave: Located on the slopes of the Coyote Buttes, which are located in the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness on the Colorado Plateau, Arizona. The Wave must be seen to be believed.

Antelope Canyon: Near Page, Arizona, Antelope Canyon will necessitate arranging for a guide, but is well worth the effort. It is a testament to the fact that Nature is an artist.

Fossil Springs: Near Strawberry, Arizona, this spot is prized for both the hike and the opportunity to swim beside the gorgeous waterfall at trail’s end.

It is very rare for an RVer or any traveler, for that matter, to see everything there is to see in any one location they visit. That’s why it’s so important to listen closely when seasoned travelers suddenly feel the need to share. RVers should never completely ignore another traveler’s, “Don’t miss this.” There’s nothing more telling than a memory so strong that it can’t be held back. Travelers are just naturally compelled to share the moment with someone who may shortly appreciate it fully. 

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Pedata RV Center Expects to See Positive Response from RVers Regarding 2012 GoRVing Advertising Camp

January 14th, 2012

Pedata RV Center expects to see positive response from RVers regarding 2012 GoRVing advertising campaign. The new campaign debuted at the National RV Trade Show on November 29, 2011.

Pedata RV Center urges RV buyers to access the plethora of information available through the GoRVing website. The website offers helpful information on the following RV related topics: types of RVs, tools for calculating RV savings, activities and campgrounds accessible for RVing, recipes for on the road, and other helpful information.

Gerard Pedata of Pedata RV Center said, “There are many outlets for RV information. We often recommend GoRVing.com because it is easily navigated and caters to all types of RVers.”

Accessing information from a variety of outlets is important when RVers are considering a purchase, planning a vacation, making RV meal plans, etc. In addition to the online article library offered through the Pedata RV Center website and the interactive learning capabilities of the Pedata blog, RV owners can benefit from personal contact with any of the Pedata RV Center professionals.  

Pedata RV Center sells used RVs, travel trailers, fifth wheels, campers, and motor homes. Their full inventory is accessible online, and due to their low overhead costs they are able to offer competitive pricing in their industry. Easy access to industry and recreational vehicle information allows consumers to have access to the specific knowledge they need to ensure their purchase results in long term satisfaction.

For more information on Pedata RV Center, or current trends in the RV industry, visit Pedata RV Center online at pedatarvcenter.com or contact Gerard Pedata:

Contact: Gerard Pedata
Company: Pedata RV Center
www.PedataRVCenter.com
Phone: 1-888-545-8314 or 520-807-0900
Email: sales@pedatarvcenter.com

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The Frugal RVer on Maximizing RV Budget: Easy Homemade Cleaning Supplies Drastically Decrease Costs

January 12th, 2012

Frugality isn’t always born out of necessity. Sometimes it is simply a choice. Some of the wealthiest people in the world claim that they only achieved financial security as a result of their own personal need to be frugal in all things. Being frugal doesn’t necessarily mean going without everything that is needed or even simply wanted. It does mean that as little money as possible is spent on the items and/or services being purchased.

One need that is acknowledged almost unanimously is the need for appropriate cleaning supplies. In general, humanity prefers to be clean. In today’s society that means accessing 3, 5, maybe even 12 or more specific cleansers from the nearest household goods store. Most purchase the necessary cleansers without questioning the costs, but the frugal RVer is going to stop and consider. They want to ensure that no unnecessary purchases are being made that will eat into their RV budget.

This consideration is warranted. The costs can be substantial. While some immediately accept that the expenditure is necessary, others will pause and look for other options.

These other options are actually becoming more and more popular. The use of more “natural” products that can be made in the home (or the recreational vehicle) is popular because they can save consumers a lot of money, but that’s not the only reason. Products that are made by the consumer contain no unknown ingredients. The consumer is aware of everything that was used during production. Most believe that avoiding mainstream cleansers will drastically reduce the amount of problematic chemicals that are infiltrating both lives and bodies with detrimental effects on the general health. To put it simply, homemade cleansers are seen as a way to save money and decrease the amount of harmful chemicals in the household or recreational vehicle.

RVers interested in replacing store bought cleansers with homemade cleaning products can begin with laundry detergent as it sees the most use in an average household or recreational vehicle. 

Homemade Laundry Detergent

Approximate Yield: 576 loads

Approximate Cost: $6.00

1 bar of soap (any kind you want)

1 cup of Borax

1 cup of washing soda

A big pot (that holds more than 2 gallons)

A grater

A funnel

A long spoon

2 empty gallon jugs/containers

When making cleaners it is recommended that the utensils, pots, bowls, etc. used for the process be set aside for this purpose and not used for food preparation or serving.

Step 1: Use the cheese grader to grade your bar of soap directly into the large pot.

Step 2: Pour a gallon of water into the pot with the soap. Turn the burner to medium high and cook until the soap dissolves into the water.

Step 3: Add additional ingredients – Borax and washing soda.

Step 4: Bring the mixture to a boil so it will coagulate. Once it does, turn off the heat.

Step 5: Add another gallon of water (cold) and stir.

Step 6: The detergent should thicken during the cooling process. Allow up to 24 hours for the mixture to thicken completely.

Step 7: Using a funnel, pour the mixture into a container/s. (2- one gallon jugs are recommended).

RVers who find that making their own household cleaners is right up their alley can find plenty of options for homemade cleaning products online with simple instructions. Laundry detergent is one of the most popular and easiest to produce for the first-timer, but for the RVer ready to move on to the next step Hand Soap is recommended. Save money, decrease your exposure to harmful chemicals and know that in the event that soap suddenly becomes unavailable, you and yours will still be clean. There’s really no negative side to this particular scenario.  

 

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The RV Traveler: Phoenix, Arizona

January 10th, 2012

 

RVing is becoming more and more popular. Some very firmly insist it’s because it is the only way to maximize a limited vacation budget. Others argue that RVing provides the most versatile means of travel. Then there are those who insist that the RV is the only way to enjoy spontaneous travel while avoiding logistical issues like the lack of reservations for accommodations and last minute airfare hikes. Some simply respond to the discussion by saying the recreational vehicle is the best way to spend quality time with loved ones on a regular basis.

Many will attempt to weigh the options, consider the facts, compare RV owners and RV trips and opinions on the RVing lifestyle, but today, no one is here to prove anyone right or wrong, but simply to agree with all of the above. The RV lifestyle is so right for so many people because it is accommodating of so many different needs. Stop worrying about why the RV is the right answer and enjoy the fact that it is the right answer. RVers should stop worrying about why they love the RV lifestyle and start planning their upcoming trips.  

One popular RVing destination is Phoenix, Arizona. RVers who aren’t sure of the draw that brings so many to the area should consider this sample itinerary from a trip made to Phoenix on Valentine’s Day weekend 2012:

Chosen Campground: Desert Sands RV Park, 22036 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85027.

The Itinerary:

Friday –

Local museum tour of downtown Phoenix: The Arizona Science Museum, the Phoenix Art Museum, and Heritage Square.

Lunch: The Welcome Diner. The food was amazing and the diner was simply “cool.” First timers must try the Blue Sky Soda over ice cream.

Dinner: The Roosevelt – the perfect place to go at the end of a long and wonderful, but exhausting day of touring multiple museums. This unique eatery is located in a reconfigured house where diners seem to feel completely at home. One of the many must-haves at The Roosevelt is grilled cheese and tomato soup. 

Saturday –

Breakfast: The many dining choices of downtown Phoenix brought us back to the area for breakfast at Palatte. RVers with the chance to visit this particular dining destination will find that the vacation seems to start when you walk in the door. Must-haves include: buttermilk griddlecakes and apple fritter French toast.

After breakfast, the local light rail system provided convenient transportation to The Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park where the Language of Flowers Valentine’s Weekend Flower Show was in full swing. (This special exhibit focused on the ancient meaning of flowers as well as the meaning when given in a bouquet with other flowers. It also featured chocolates and candy from a local baker/candy-maker as well as jewelry from a local artisan). It was the perfect nod to the upcoming Valentine’s holiday while still spending time enjoying the local hot spots and regional flair of Phoenix. After spending the morning in the beauty of the botanical gardens, it was time to experience downtown Scottsdale. Scottsdale was full of local art, exhibits, and unique shopping.

Lunch: Stax – this local eatery was fun and interesting. It’s recommended that sweet potato fries and corn off the cob be paired with an Ostrich or Moroccan Lamb Slider.

Saturday afternoon and evening were spent at the Arizona Best Fest at the State Capitol Museum. In preparation for Arizona’s official birthday on Feb. 14th as well as 100 years of statehood, the Arizona Centennial Commission created an event encompassing historic exhibits, hands on activities, musical performances, fireworks and more.

Sunday –

Feeling that the past two days had offered a fairly good general overview of the local hotspots and culture, it was time to get moving and enjoy the outdoors. The extensive number of recreational activities available in the surrounding areas has been a major factor in making Phoenix the travel destination that it is today. Mountain biking was the activity of choice for the day and the Pemberton Trail in the McDowell Mountains provided us with the perfect trail complete with gorgeous scenery of the desert foothills. The 15.4-mile loop would be easily enjoyed by any biker, novice to expert. Landmarks to watch for while enjoying this trail include: the fountain of Fountain Hills and the silhouette of Weaver’s Needle in the Superstition Wilderness. After spending the morning biking, lunch was a relaxing affair back at the RV. After lunch, Tempe Town Lake offered the chance for some more relaxed outdoor recreation with kayak lessons and paddleboats.

The weekend was packed full of sights, activities and local hot spots. The Phoenix area is confirmed as an easy place to enjoy a spontaneous trip, but shows definite promise for an extended stay vacation. There’s still much more to see and do in this popular RV hotspot. 

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