Ok, I'm finally in a position in life (early 60's)to take to the open road as a single woman. I am new to all of this because my ex-husband had no interest in the RV lifestyle so I feel I'm starting from scratch so any suggested books and resources would be appreciated. After my initial research I think a "B" class would be a good place to start. I will be traveling with a small dog and I'm an artist photographer in the western U.S. I do like some creature comforts but efficiency and economy are very important to me. I did spend 6 months living in a VW bus in Mexico and Central America with a boyfriend in the mid 70's.

You might want to investigate a group called Loners on Wheels. I think there is also similar for women travellers - just a guess, but it could be Women on Wheels.

How will you get around when parked? For that reason alone a C or even an A might be a better choice

I, too, bought an RV when I was widowed (my late DH wouldn't camp, either). I bought a Winnebago......and old one. I wish I'd test drove it before buying (long story, won't go into it). I suggest you test drive different kinds of RVs......and check with the RV sales stores to see if they have classes. Some here in Oregon do that. Read up everything you can here on this forum, it's full of info. I, too, think a B would have been better for me. Hauling a car behind an A is not as easy as some think. :) Best of luck to you.....and "GO GIRL"!!!! :) :)

For starters, I'll ask the mods to move your post over to Beginning RVing. I'm also sending you a PM.

Thanks for the input everyone. I do have so much research to do and I would like to find classes for beginners. I definitely operate on the right side of my brain better than the left. Good thought on something to drive when I get there. . . more food for thought. Keep it coming, I'm listening. Will look into "Women on Wheels" or "Loners on Wheels".

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HappyKayakers
Explorer III
Jun 27, 2013
For starters, I'll ask the mods to move your post over to Beginning RVing. I'm also sending you a PM.
amandasgramma
Explorer
Jun 27, 2013
I, too, bought an RV when I was widowed (my late DH wouldn't camp, either). I bought a Winnebago......and old one. I wish I'd test drove it before buying (long story, won't go into it). I suggest you test drive different kinds of RVs......and check with the RV sales stores to see if they have classes. Some here in Oregon do that. Read up everything you can here on this forum, it's full of info. I, too, think a B would have been better for me. Hauling a car behind an A is not as easy as some think. :) Best of luck to you.....and "GO GIRL"!!!! :) :)
donn0128
Explorer II
Jun 27, 2013
How will you get around when parked? For that reason alone a C or even an A might be a better choice
Tripalot
Explorer
Jun 27, 2013
You might want to investigate a group called Loners on Wheels. I think there is also similar for women travellers - just a guess, but it could be Women on Wheels.

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