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The publisher says: Woodall's 2008 New York/New England & Eastern Canada Campground Guide features the same reliable rating system and up-to-date listings as the 2008 North American Directory, but in a compact version that includes 7 Northeast states and Eastern Canada. It also includes a special editorial, new for 2008, entitled "Discover One-Tank Trips," which focuses on the best RV routes reachable in North America on "one tank"! Don't let rising gas prices keep you from enjoying the open road. Also included is Woodall's 2008 Extended Stay Guide, where you can find places to park your RV for a month or for a season. Includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachussetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont, as well as Canadian Provinces and territories: ON, NB, NF, NS, PEI, & QC. Also has all you need to know about crossing into Canada  and great locator maps, driving directions, and Rules of the Road.

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Title: Woodall's 2008 New York/New England & Eastern Canada Campground Guide
Publisher: Woodall's Publications Corp.
Pub. date: Jan. 1, 2008
Paperback; approx. 350 pages
List price: $9.95
ISBN-10: 0762746149
ISBN-13: 978-0762746149

The publisher says: Features Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

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Title: 2008 Woodall's Mid-Atlantic Regional Campground Guide
Publisher: Woodall's Publications Corp.
Pub. date: Jan. 1, 2008
Paperback; 440 pages
List price: $9.95
ISBN-10: 0762746130
ISBN-13: 978-0762746132

The publisher says: In this guide, renowned travel writing team Harry Basch and Shirley Slater offers updates on their favorite RV trips around the U.S., including scenic routes along Virginia's Skyline Drive and the New England coast, plus jaunts through the Heart of the Heartlands (Indiana, Iowa and Illinois) and to Alaska via Canada. On each trip you'll get all the famous, infamous and off-the-wall attractions; campgrounds along each route, from luxurious private RV parks with heated swimming pools and golf courses to quiet, forested campgrounds in state and national parks; tips for making life on the road easier and more comfortable; and a complete guide to buying or renting an RV, with tips on how to decide which type is right for you. All this, plus information on wildlife watching and scenic views, the best parks and beaches, quick-and-easy recipes, packing suggestions, info on road etiquette and safety and more. Head off the beaten path with Frommer's, to discover the real life lurking around the bend.

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Title: Exploring America by RV (5th edition)
Publisher: Frommer's
Pub. date: March 24, 2008
Authors: Harry Basch, Shirley Slater
Paperback; 448 pages
List price: $17.99
ISBN-10: 0470184043
ISBN-13: 978-0470184042

The publisher says: Let Frommer's show you where your kids can: climb a mountain; go whale watching; learn to canoe, kayak and sail; hike a canyon, rain forest or waterfall trail; become a junior ranger; explore little-known spots in each park; use the field guide inside. Plus invaluable travel tips: where to avoid crowds in 15 family-friendly parks; hotels with cribs and rollaways & great family campgrounds; the best restaurants for kids -- low-stress to best-behavior meals; words of wisdom on safety and choosing a park; how to have a good time without breaking the bank; candid, no-nonsense reviews.

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Title: National Parks with Kids (2nd revised edition)
Publisher: Frommer's
Pub. date: April 21, 2008
Author: Kurt Repanshek
Paperback; 512 pages
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 047018406X
ISBN-13: 978-0470184066

The publisher says: More than 65 million people visit the national parks annually -- and overcrowding has become a serious problem. So we sent our authors out to hit the trails and campsites to figure out how to beat the crowds and enjoy an unspoiled experience of nature. Our authors take you to the most spectacular landscapes in the western U.S. and provide advice for every kind of park visitor, from the day-tripper who wants to see the highlights quickly to the back-country camper to the families traveling with kids. This incredibly detailed, complete guide covers every kind of activity available in each park, from hiking to bird watching, with a range of sports for visitors of all ages and skill levels. Frommer's National Parks of the American West also includes reviews of park lodges, camping and nearby accommodations to help you plan all aspects of your trip. Exact prices are listed for every establishment and activity. No other guide offers such detailed, candid reviews...or such honest advice. Complete with maps of every park.

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Title: National Parks of the American West (6th edition)
Publisher: Frommer's
Pub. date: April 21, 2008
Author: Shane Christensen
Paperback; 696 pages
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 0470185643
ISBN-13: 978-0470185643

The publisher says: Wild, spectacular Yellowstone thrills visitors with gushing geysers and free-roaming wildlife. Grand Teton entices with jagged peaks and glacial lakes. Packed with information for everyone from families with small children to hardcore outdoor adventurers, this guide takes you there. It includes Yellowstone's wild thermal wonders from world-famous Old Faithful to gem-colored hot springs. This guide also tells you where to spot the wildlife -- bison, elk, bears, moose, wolves, bald eagles -- and where to look for outdoor fun, including the best spots for hiking, camping, rock-climbing, skiing, fishing, boating and more. There are insider tips on hundreds of places to stay, eat and play, as well as how to find a wealth of hidden treasures. And go beyond the parks, from the Wild West bluster of Cody to the exhilarating ski slopes of Jackson Hole.

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Title: Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks (2nd edition)
Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications
Pub. date: April 2008
Author: Bradley Mayhew
Paperback; 288 pages
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1741045606
ISBN-13: 978-1741045604

The publisher says: Frommer's Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks is packed with all the facts, tips and descriptions you need to have a perfect park vacation, in a pocket-size guide: the most memorable park experiences, from Old Faithful and Mammoth Hot Springs, to Snake River raft trips; great places to stay in and near the parks, ranging from historic lodges to family-friendly motels -- plus a complete campground guide for each park; a fully illustrated nature guide to help you spot and identify bald eagles, bison, wildflowers and more; the best hikes, from ranger-led interpretive walks to challenging backcountry overnights; what to see and do outside of the parks: rodeos, chuckwagon feeds, IMAX nature films, an elk preserve, Jackson Hole's bars and boutiques and more; and detailed, accurate park and trail maps.

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Title: Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks (6th edition)
Publisher: Frommer's
Pub. date: Feb. 19, 2008
Author: Eric Peterson
Paperback; 264 pages
List price: $12.99
ISBN-10: 047018194X
ISBN-13: 978-0470181942

The publisher says: From New England to the Oregon Coast, from Texas to the Tetons, America is full of fascinating and friendly places -- and your RV is a great way to get to any one of them. This fun, friendly guide shows you how to get the most out of your RV vacations with fun itineraries and handy tips on: choosing the right route and the right season for travel; picking the RV that will get you where you want to go on a budget you can afford; eating and sleeping comfortably on the road; tying up the loose ends before you leave; planning ahead to take care of special travel needs; tips on fun museums and special getaways for snowbirds. Like every For Dummies travel guide, RV Vacations For Dummies includes: down-to-earth trip-planning advice; what you shouldn't miss -- and what you can skip; the best restaurants and hotels for every budget; and lots of detailed maps.

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Title: RV Vacations for Dummies (4th revised edition)
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc.
Pub. date: May 29, 2008
Paperback; 456 pages
List price: $16.99
ISBN-10: 0470184051
ISBN-13: 978-0470184059

The publisher says: Detailed routes and advice for heading into the wilds of Alaska and northwestern Canada are provided in this guide for RV and tent campers. This grand tour of Alaska covers the infamous Alaskan Highway, routes throughout the Yukon and Alaskan outback and the ferry system in southeast Alaska. Campgrounds throughout the region are listed with descriptions of amenities and recreational opportunities, maps and contact information for each. Important details are discussed, including border crossings, budget planning, vehicle preparation, appropriate clothing, road conditions and possible wildlife encounters. Included is recreational information on hiking, mountain biking, boating, rafting, kayaking and viewing wildlife.

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Title: Traveler's Guide to Alaskan Camping: Explore Alaska and The Yukon with RV or Tent
Publisher: Rolling Homes Press (Traveler's Guide Series)
Pub. date: April 1, 2008
Authors: Mike Church, Terri Church
Paperback; 448 pages
List price: $21.95
ISBN-10: 0974947164
ISBN-13: 978-0974947167

The publisher says: The 2008 North American Campground Directory, covering the U.S., Mexico and Canada is the most complete and reliable source of campground, service center and attraction information available -- now with a free, fully searchable CD. The 2008 edition has been completely updated by our inspectors in the field, with over 284,000 changes from the 2007 edition! This includes enhanced Internet and Wi-Fi information. Plus, get the most out of your travel dollars with our special editorial section, "Discover One Tank Trips!" Organized by region and then by state or province, this special insert focuses on the best routes reachable in North American on "one tank." Don't let rising gas prices keep you from enjoying the open road. Find places you can park your RV for a month or for a season with the exclusive Woodall's Extended Stay Guide, which is also included in every copy.

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Title: North American Campground Directory (with CD)
Publisher: Woodall's Publications Corp.
Pub. date: Jan. 1, 2008
Paperback; 2000 pages
List price: $25.95
ISBN-10: 0762746165
ISBN-13: 978-0762746163
Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.1 x 2.4 inches