Stromberg Carlson Products, Inc.

06/12/2026

🚐🤣 RV CAMPING BLOOPERS DAY 🤣🚐

Social media: "Living the dream. Perfect campsite. Perfect sunset."

Reality:

🔹 Forgot the campground gate code.
🔹 Spent 20 minutes leveling... only to realize the fridge was still crooked.
🔹 Locked the keys inside.
🔹 Hooked everything up perfectly... except the water.
🔹 Waved confidently at other campers while dragging the power cord across the campground.

Every RVer has that moment when they realize they're providing free entertainment for the entire campground. 😂

Today's question:

What is YOUR greatest RV camping blooper?

The funnier (or more embarrassing), the better.

We'll all pretend we're laughing with you, not at you. 😎

06/04/2026

🔥 RV Industry Reality Check | June 4, 2026 🚐

The campground reservations are booked.

The coolers are packed.

The social media photos are ready.

But here's the question nobody wants to ask:

Is your RV actually ready for the season?

Every summer, thousands of camping trips start with excitement and end on the side of the road because of a worn tire, dead battery, failed hitch component, or a part that should have been replaced months ago.

The difference between a great trip and a ruined weekend is usually not luck.

It's preparation.

Before you hook up and head out, give your RV a hard look. Check the things that aren't Instagram-worthy:

⚠️ Tires
⚠️ Batteries
⚠️ Suspension & towing components
⚠️ Electrical connections
⚠️ Safety equipment

Because the only thing worse than paying campground rates is paying for a repair shop while everyone else is sitting around the campfire.

Adventure is fun. Preventable breakdowns aren't.

Where are you headed this summer, and how many miles will you put on your RV before Labor Day?

05/27/2026

Fuel prices may feel like they’re trying to tow the RV instead of the other way around lately. But one thing the RV community has always been good at is adapting.

A few things we’re seeing more campers do right now:
• Slowing travel days down and staying longer at each stop
• Exploring destinations closer to home
• Traveling midweek when traffic is lighter
• Packing lighter to help fuel efficiency
• Turning the campground into the destination instead of racing across 5 states in a week

Honestly, some of the best camping memories happen when the schedule gets simpler.

Campfire > constant driving. 🔥

How are you adjusting your RV travel plans this season?

05/13/2026

05/01/2026

May 1 is like the soft opening of summer in Northern Michigan. Not fully crowded, not fully warm… just that sweet spot where everything feels possible 🌲🔥

Here are some great camping destinations to kick off the season:

🏕️ Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Big views, quiet trails, and that iconic Lake Michigan blue that looks almost fake this time of year. Early May means fewer crowds and peaceful campsites. Pierce Stocking Drive might not be fully open yet, but the hiking? Perfect.

🌲 Interlochen State Park
Close to Traverse City and super easy for a first trip shake-down. Tall pines, calm lakes, and just enough convenience to ease back into camping mode.

🌊 Petoskey State Park
If you’re chasing sunsets and maybe a few Petoskey stones, this is your spot. It can be a little chilly near the water, but that crisp air makes campfires feel earned.

🌄 Ludington State Park
A bit of a drive south, but worth it. Trails, dunes, river paddling, and plenty of space to roam. Early May gives you room to breathe before peak season rolls in.

🌲 Higgins Lake State Park
Clear water, quiet mornings, and a slower pace this time of year. Great for fishing, relaxing, and easing into the season without the summer buzz.

Early May camping tip: pack like it’s two seasons arguing with each other.
Cold mornings, warm afternoons, and nights that demand a hoodie and a good fire 🔥

If you had to pick right now - are you heading lakeshore, deep woods, or somewhere in between?

04/15/2026

Spring RV season is officially here 🌸🚐

Nothing beats waking up to fresh air, birds singing, and a new view right outside your door. From blooming wildflowers to peaceful lakesides, every stop feels like a reset button.

Windows down, coffee brewing, and the open road ahead… this is what freedom feels like.

Where are you headed this spring? 🌿☀️

04/01/2026

What do you think RVing will look like in 50 years? 🚐

Self-driving rigs that handle the road while you relax.
Solar-powered setups that let you camp off-grid for weeks.
Smart interiors that adjust lighting, temperature, and even layout with a tap.

Maybe campsites won’t even look the same—more tech, more sustainability, but still that same feeling of getting away from it all.

No matter how much things change, it’s hard to imagine RVing ever losing what makes it special: the freedom to just go.

What’s one feature you’d want in a future RV?

03/25/2026

A little RV history for today 🚐

Did you know some of the first RVs showed up in the early 1900s—basically modified cars with wooden living spaces built onto them? By the 1920s and 30s, people were already hitting the road for fun, turning travel into an adventure instead of just a way to get somewhere.

Then came the 1950s boom, when road trips really took off and RVs started to look a lot more like what we recognize today. And of course, the iconic Airstream trailers—those shiny aluminum designs have been around since the 1930s and are still on the road today.

Kind of wild to think how far things have come—from simple setups to full-on homes on wheels.