The Cottonwood Cove Marina & RV Resort

 The Cottonwood Cove is the best RV park in the Midwest , boasting a wide array of amenities to keep you entertained and cozy during your stay with us. As such, we understand the importance of having a nice RV space, inside and out, to really bring the entire experience together. In this week's blog, we're giving you 6 tips to upgrade your RV without dropping a ton of cash.  Upgrade the Flooring If the flooring in your RV is worn, it will be hard for much of your space to really stand out. While this is one of the more complex DIY on this list, it could give you the opportunity to learn a new trade and feel very accomplished once it's done. Upgrade that old carpet with hardwood-style laminate or even tile to spruce up its appearance. Freshen Up the Windows You'll want to see the beautiful Missouri River sunrises/sunsets when you stay at The Cottonwood Cove. So, replace those foggy plastic or glass windows throughout - or replace them entirely. Be sure you add some drape...

The Cottonwood Cove closes up for the winter, but we realize that some of our RV campers like to stay on the road even after the temperatures start dropping. Hopefully, you already have your RV winterized by now, but the following tips will help to keep you warm and cozy during your winter adventures if you choose to drive toward the snow rather than away from it!  Insulate Winterizing your RV should already have taken care of filling in any cracks or holes where drafts of cold air could sneak in. There are additional ways you can keep the cold air out and the warm air in. Thermal curtains are wonderful for this, and you might consider placing a plastic film over your windows, especially if they are single-pane. Cold air tends to sneak in from below, but thick rugs on the floor add an extra layer between you and the cold.   RV Skirting RV skirting comes in a variety of materials so you will need to research which type works best for your particular travel pla...

Winter is on its way, so it's not too early to start thinking about what you need to do to keep your RV in good condition if you'll be storing it away during those cold months.  Properly storing your RV in the winter months is the best way to protect it for many more years of future adventuring. Following the basic tips that  The Cottonwood Cove  has in today's blog will help you do that.  Drain the Water Systems Any water left in the plumbing system of an RV can freeze when it gets extremely cold and break the lines and fittings. This can result in extremely pricey repairs to get it going again next spring. All of the water needs to be drained from both the fresh water and waste tanks. Pumping nontoxic RV antifreeze through the plumbing will push the water out, and your owner's manual should have instructions on how to do this. If you aren't completely comfortable doing this yourself, we can help you find a professional to take care of it.   Save ...