The Jayco Journal
Notes and News
Stories from the road, RV advice and news from the Jayco family.
Explaining RVing to Friends and Family
May 2, 2018
It can be hard for non-RVers to wrap their head around the lifestyle. To them, it may sound like a less familiar way to achieve what could be accomplished with the help of planes, trains, automobiles and hotels. Here are some reasons to help those curious
RV Storage Tips for City Dwellers
April 18, 2018
If you’re a city dweller that has, or is thinking about buying an RV, there’s an ownership factor that’s bigger for you than suburbanite and space-rich rural RV owners: where to park your unit when you aren’t using it. Here are some things to know about o
Why More Young People Are RVing than Ever
April 12, 2018
The evidence is undeniable. Younger people are drawn to RVing today. According to a 2016 Nielsen study performed for Go RVing, in a single year, from 2015 to 2016, the average age of RV owners dropped from 48 to 45. Other studies show similar trends in av
Hitting the Road: Top Tips for Extended RV Trips
April 3, 2018
Tackling an extended trip in your RV? A great adventure surely awaits—and we've got the planning manual to make the prep work easy.
10 Reasons Small Trailers Rule
March 29, 2018
Small but mighty—trailers on the petit side offer suprising benefits. Read our top 10 reasons to consider purchasing a smaller ride for yourself.
Product Innovations Ahead of Their Time
March 19, 2018
Take a trip down memory lane with some of Jayco’s past innovations, each ahead of its time in terms of creativity and craftsmanship.
Impactful Innovations
February 26, 2018
Jayco is no stranger to innovation. In fact, we embrace it at every turn. Our features and design choices move the industry forward—read up on the details here.
The Beginning
February 21, 2018
Where did Jayco begin? As it turns out, with a simple remark from founder Lloyd Bontrager’s wife Bertha. Read up on the last 51 years of Jayco’s journey.
5 Tips for Better Campground Photography
January 23, 2018
Capturing the prefect camping photo may be tougher than you think. With some practice, the right equipment, and our tips, you'll get the picture.
