R-pod Owners Forum : Club Memberships https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Camp Grounds : Club Memberships Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 28 May 2026 16:23:28 +0000 Fri, 24 May 2013 11:54:52 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3315 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Club Memberships : Until we bought are 177 ( two... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=33524#33524 Author: TRICERA-POD
Subject: 3315
Posted: 24 May 2013 at 11:54am

Until we bought are 177 ( two days ago) we have always camped in a tent. We stay mainly in National and State parks. With State parks you have all the stuff one needs, showers, elec., dump sites (never a concern for us until now) and laundry service in many.
With National Parks for the most part you do not have all these nice things, mainly a vaulted toilet. Which is fine for us since we camp for what mother nature offers us rather than what human kind offers. I am a disabled vet so we have the Access Pass which allows us to camp in any National Park, Forest, Reserve etc that offers camping. Normal price to camp in these areas is $10 per day, but with an access pass it's 50 % off the normal price. Great deal.
If you are going to be camping in one state for a period of time, say more than one night at one or more of that state's parks, consider getting a non-resident yearly pass. Last year we stated 10 nights in Michigan State parks by getting the non-resident yearly pass we saved about a $100. Most state parks have some sort of discount like this.
We have never stayed in a KOA, Good Sam or big box type campground, but now with the R-pod we might consider it. Sandee teaches allot ( many of her classes are online) so having access to WI-FI is a big plus. We get to travel and she gets paid while we goof off.]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 11:54:52 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=33524#33524 Club Memberships : Nope Outbound I got the America... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31861#31861 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 3315
Posted: 01 Apr 2013 at 10:12pm

Nope Outbound I got the America the Beautiful pass, best deal out there.]]> Mon, 01 Apr 2013 22:12:45 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31861#31861 Club Memberships : Originally posted by dsmithsI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31857#31857 Author: Outbound
Subject: 3315
Posted: 01 Apr 2013 at 5:25pm

Originally posted by dsmiths

I got the Passport America, after I turned 62 it is $10.00 for a lifetime membership...

Are you sure that you don't mean the Interagency Senior pass?  It looks fantastic.
]]> Mon, 01 Apr 2013 17:25:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31857#31857 Club Memberships : I got the Passport America, after... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31852#31852 Author: dsmiths
Subject: 3315
Posted: 31 Mar 2013 at 9:05pm

I got the Passport America, after I turned 62 it is $10.00 for a lifetime membership, it saves 1/2 off at national forests, some federal parks are free, you can't beat ten bucks. P.S. when spouse turns 62 have them get one, then you each go in in different vehicles, get side by side sites for 2 groups and 1/2 the price, that's what the people at Hoosier National Forest told me to do. With the Passport pass, entry is free I go to Hoosier national all the time with my fishing boat and it is free, just hang your pass on the mirror.]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 21:05:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31852#31852 Club Memberships : I was just reading last night... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31672#31672 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3315
Posted: 20 Mar 2013 at 9:54pm

I was just reading last night that two nationwide groups - I think it was the Elks and the Moose - not only have their usual lodges everywhere but they also have many RV parks for members only.  Requires sponsorship to get in, but apparently not too hard to get it if you want it. ]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:54:29 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31672#31672 Club Memberships : Have always had club membership... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31660#31660 Author: geelse
Subject: 3315
Posted: 20 Mar 2013 at 2:34pm

Have always had club membership and always will. Great prices, discounts 
, locations, and facilities. Maybe different in your parts but lots of club members on west coast. Non-clubing always there as your choice.
]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:34:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31660#31660 Club Memberships : We used to be a Good Sam member,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31496#31496 Author: Paige
Subject: 3315
Posted: 15 Mar 2013 at 7:49am

We used to be a Good Sam member, but we let our membership lapse as we ended up using mostly state parks and KOA's. But this year, we have to be in Jacksonville for two months and are staying at Flamingo Lake RV Resort. It is a Good Sam park and very impressive. It earned lots of awards, the people are very friendly and it has a lot of amenities. It is nice to have a good campground when you have to be away from home so long]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 07:49:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31496#31496 Club Memberships : We are members with Good Sam,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31480#31480 Author: furpod
Subject: 3315
Posted: 14 Mar 2013 at 11:11am

We are members with Good Sam, and 1000 Trails. We do stay at a lot of state/national parks, and like the Reserve America system...

I am not sure if we have ever stayed in a Good Sam park, we got a huge discount on a life membership because we are retired military, and it gets you a discount at Camping World.. that we have used.. a lot. LOL

We have stayed in several 1000Trails resorts, no complaints, and in fact they have all been great. I don't know that I would pay for it myself, but it is through my parents membership, so free to us..lol.  and free camping is good. They have most of their resorts out west and down along the coast/Florida area. But several within a days pull from us here at home.
]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:11:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31480#31480 Club Memberships : Put us under the KOA and... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31460#31460 Author: Goose
Subject: 3315
Posted: 13 Mar 2013 at 3:21pm

  Put us under the KOA and Good Sam lists. Have had good luck with both, us KOA a little more. Goose]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:21:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31460#31460 Club Memberships : We try to stay at state sites... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31432#31432 Author: Paige
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 8:34pm

We try to stay at state sites as much as possible. There is a great ReserveAmerica app for the iPhone. And when state parks are not available, we use the KOA's as often, so we, too, have a value card.]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:34:24 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31432#31432 Club Memberships : Thanks for the info, everyone! ... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31417#31417 Author: francoisfrogpod
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 5:14pm

Thanks for the info, everyone!]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:14:28 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31417#31417 Club Memberships : Great summary, Outbound, thanks.We... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31416#31416 Author: Alex&Marie
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 5:13pm

Great summary, Outbound, thanks.

We are members of Good Sam and KOA and have used KOA the most over the years. especially when on long trips and found they offer consistent quality and generally friendly management.
]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:13:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31416#31416 Club Memberships : I tend to stay in provincial/state/national... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31409#31409 Author: Outbound
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 4:00pm

I tend to stay in provincial/state/national parks as opposed to commercial campgrounds, so the memberships aren't really worth it to me.  But, if I travelled more, the memberships that are appealing:
  • Good Sam - $25/yr - 10% discount at member campgrounds; Camping World discount
  • KOA - $24/yr - 10% discount
  • Passport America - $44/yr - 50% discount with severe limitations depending on park (e.g. not during peak season)

For park reviews, I like to visit these websites:

On my (Android) tablet, I've bought these apps which have proved very useful in finding campgrounds:
]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:00:05 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31409#31409 Club Memberships : Originally posted by techntrekNo... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31408#31408 Author: thadd
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 3:51pm

Originally posted by techntrek

No problem mentioning plans/clubs/dealerships or other campers.  Its one of our founding principles, since that was not - and is still not - allowed on the "other" pod forum.
 
I know KOA offers an actual discount, not sure what it is since we camp at KOAs so little that we've never signed up.  Or for other clubs.

We signed up for the "Value Klub" since we did our cross-country and stayed at KOAs along the way. It's $24/yr for the membership and you get 10% off your stays. On average that means that if you stay at KOAs about 7 times it'll pay for itself.
]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:51:51 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31408#31408 Club Memberships : No problem mentioning plans/clubs/dealerships... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31404#31404 Author: techntrek
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 2:06pm

No problem mentioning plans/clubs/dealerships or other campers.  Its one of our founding principles, since that was not - and is still not - allowed on the "other" pod forum.
 
I know KOA offers an actual discount, not sure what it is since we camp at KOAs so little that we've never signed up.  Or for other clubs.
]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:06:58 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31404#31404 Club Memberships : Thanks Thinker! You've got... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31390#31390 Author: francoisfrogpod
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 9:57am

Thanks Thinker! You've got that right about a camper on the side of the road! I was curious about the memberships claim to "discount" on campgrounds. They can advertise anything they want, but whether or not they deliver is sometimes another story.]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:57:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31390#31390 Club Memberships : Thanks for the info Camper Bob... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31389#31389 Author: francoisfrogpod
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 9:54am

Thanks for the info Camper Bob and Camper Sue!]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:54:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31389#31389 Club Memberships : I have never found much value... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31388#31388 Author: Thinker
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 9:54am

I have never found much value in clubs for campground location with the Internet, but when we had our motorhome we had roadside assistance via one of the clubs.  It is important to get RV version of road side assistance as normal automobile only types will come out and unhook your trailer and tow in the TV if needed.  Lifespan of a trailer on the side of the road is short.  ]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:54:12 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31388#31388 Club Memberships : Never have been a joiner so can't... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31387#31387 Author: Camper Bob
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 9:51am

Never have been a joiner so can't give you any advice in that regard.  However, having RV'd over the years we have always carried a copy of one of the large camping directories.  We pick a spot some hours from where we stopped and call ahead for a spot for the night.  Always have been successful.  Not one for pools, club houses, etc.  Outdoors does it for us.  Safe Travels.]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:51:10 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31387#31387 Club Memberships : I was wondering if anyone on this... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31378#31378 Author: francoisfrogpod
Subject: 3315
Posted: 12 Mar 2013 at 8:44am

I was wondering if anyone on this forum is a member of any national camping club and would be interested in thoughts regarding a membership. For long travels, I was thinking it might be a good idea to help locate campgrounds, not to mention the discounts. I'm not mentioning any club names because I'm not sure it is allowed. Smile Does anyone have any experience with club memberships?]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:44:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=3315&PID=31378#31378