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January 2008 In this Issue   Visit these winter festivals in your RV   Tips for first-time RV buyers   Mark your calendars for these upcoming camper & RV shows in February! Become an RV Ambassador  Quick Links   Find campgrounds  Find dealers  Visit marvac.org  Join Our List   General RV is Michigan's largest RV dealer with 6 locations and over 2000 new and used RVs at the best $$$ prices in the country! General RV also has a huge selection of RV parts, same day service and a large rental fleet. Shop www.generalrv.com for more information, for your best deal. Located in the beautiful countryside of West Michigan, Hidden Ridge resort provides the rustic environment you desire, along with activities and amenities to make your camping experience memorable. Come find out for yourself!	Visit these winter festivals in your RV Winter creates both peaceful and exciting activities to discover with your RV. Nestle up in the warmth of your RV and travel comfortably to one or more of these winter festivals. Zehnder's Snowfest Visit Zehnder's Restaurant in Frankenmuth for an assortment of wintry fun for the whole family on January 23-28, 2008. Scheduled activities include snow sculpting and ice carving competitions, a children's area with petting zoo, fireworks and various entertainment. Plymouth International Ice Sculpture Spectacular On January 25-27, 2008, watch both amateur and professional ice sculptors from all over the world compete, and turn 330 lb. blocks of ice into intricate ice sculptures. This annual event attracts nearly 500,000 people to Plymouth each year. North American Snow Festival Join the largest snowmobile festival in Michigan on January 31-February 3, 2008, attracting as many as 10,000 sleds to Lake Cadillac. During daylight hours, drag races, a chili cook-off, a snowman building content and music will entertain guests. Spectacular lights will illuminate Cadillac by night. Click for more winter festivals Tips for first-time RV buyers Deciding to buy, and ultimately own an RV can be an exciting moment in your life. Remembering a few simple guidelines can prepare you when purchasing your first RV. RVs are considered luxury purchases, so lenders are very cautious of your credit score when you apply for a loan. When applying for an RV loan, be sure your credit history is where it should be. A credit score of 700 will allow for the best financing. Before investing in a RV, look around for the best deal. Keep in mind that purchasing an RV isn't as simple as purchasing an automobile. You may need to spend at least a couple of hours at the dealer before you drive away with your RV. Continue Reading Mark your calendars for these upcoming camper & RV shows in February! 32nd Annual Flint Camper and RV Show February 7-10, 2008 Perani Arena & Event Center in Flint, Mich. 42nd Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show February 13-17, 2008 Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, Mich. Visit marvac.org for more information on MARVAC's Camper & RV Shows, and register to win free tickets, compliments of Big Boy! Become an RV Ambassador Are you an active RVer in Michigan? Would you like to share your RVing experiences? Sign up to become an RV Ambassador with MARVAC and receive a FREE package consisting of a tote bag, t-shirt, RV & Campsite publication, campground coupons and more! For more information, stop by the show office at one of MARVAC's camper & RV shows. Forward this newsletter to a friend