I have published a lot of articles in the major RVing and Cruising magazines. These are all great magazines, and I have been
an avid subscriber as well as contributor. In case you don't subscribe or didn't catch a particular article of mine that interests
you, you can read it from this page. The articles are grouped by general category and are listed in reverse chronological order.
My photos have been featured on the covers of Highways Magazine
(twice), Escapees Magazine and Coast-to-Coast Magazine. Another photo
of mine is slated to appear on the cover of Coast-to-Coast Magazine in Spring, 2012.
If you are contemplating an RVing or cruising lifestyle, one of the best ways to learn about what to get, how to do it, and where
to go is to subscribe to these magazines. Links to the magazine websites appear at the bottom of the page.
Cruising Destination Articles
Mexico's Costa Alegre - Blue Water Sailing, April, 2012
The "Gold Coast" of Mexico is a collection of 10 or so unique and special anchorages on the Pacific coast.
Bewitching Baja - Sailing Magazine, March, 2012 - Link to magazine website only
A literary cruise through the Sea with flashbacks to John Steinbeck's vivd and hilarious Log from the Sea of Cortez
Sail Away: Sea of Cortez - Sail Magazine, March, 2012 - Link to magazine website only
Describes the thrills awaiting charterers in the Sea of Cortez. Editors refer to Groovy as a "charter boat." What next?
RV Destination Articles
Everything Under the Sun - Coast-to-Coast Magazine, Spring, 2012
We visit two desert lakes near Phoenix Arizona, deep in the heart of the cactus-studded Tonto National Forest.
Summer Fun in Sun Valley - RV Journal - Summer, 2011
From free outdoor concerts to scenic bike paths to towering mountains to history and luxury, this town has it all.
Roads Back in Time - Highways Magazine - October, 2010
A trip down memory lane at the unique RV/MH Hall of Fame museum in Elkhart, Indiana.
Once Upon a Time in the West - Highways Magazine - September, 2010
Two wonderful small town Labor Day celebrations: a rodeo in Helmville, Montana and a fair in Parowan, Utah.
America's Alps - Highways Magazine - August, 2010
Sun Valley Idaho has something for everyone: soaring mountains, glitz & glam, cute bistros and an unusual history.
Embers of History - Coast-to-Coast Magazine - Summer, 2010
Valley of Fire State Park outside Las Vegas, Nevada, offers up red rock vistas and geological and human history.
Amish Heritage Trail - Escapees Magazine - May/June, 2010
Describes the intriguing self-guided CD-based tour you can take through Amish Country in the Elkhart, Indiana area.
Nevada Ranch's Colorful History - RV Life - April, 2010
Spring Mountain Ranch, outside of Las Vegas, Nevada, is full of history, intrigue and fun surprises.
RV/MH Hall of Fame - Escapees Magazine - March/April, 2010
We visit the unusual RV/MH Hall of Fame in Elkhart, Indiana: library, museum, and home of kudos to the RV industry.
RV-Friendly Casinos - Escapees Magazine - November/December, 2009
Casinos offer RVers a lot besides gambling. From horse racing to a dip in a pool, our favorite casinos are here.
Yuma's Hidden Treasures - RV Life - November, 2009
Take a visit to the Yuma Territorial State Prison, explore the Old Town, and see a colorful balloon festival.
Reliving the Wild West - RV Life - September, 2009
Tiny Pioche, Nevada, was the wildest of the west's wild towns, with the most murders and one really tough jail.
Where Animals Find Friends - RV Life - August, 2009
We visit the unique Best Friends Animal Sanctuary near Kanab, Utah, a beautiful & extremely well-funded sanctuary.
Land of Goblins - Escapees Magazine - September/October, 2008
Goblin Valley is a fantastic Utah state park full of red rock hoodoos. Nearby is an easy & exciting slot canyon hike.
RV "How To" Articles
Boondocking: The Essential Ingredients - Escapees Magazine - January/February, 2012 - Link is for subscribers only
Describes the tools and attitude necessary for an independent life of boondocking, or living "off the grid," in an RV.
Shrink-Wrap Your Screen Door - Escapees Magazine - September/October, 2010
A step-by-step guide to shrink-wrapping your RV's screen door for wintertime use.
Install Your Own Vent-free Propane Heater - Escapees Magazine - September/October, 2009
Instructions for installing a vent-free propane heater. These heaters are superior to the furnaces installed in most RVs.
Punching Numbers - Escapees Magazine - May/June, 2009
A review of what it costs to go RVing full-time.
Shedding Light on Solar - Escapees Magazine - March/April, 2009
A presentation of the two solar power configurations we have had on our two trailers.
Other Articles
Heart of a Dream - Escapees Magazine - January/February, 2011
An exploration of what this business of "Living the Dream" is all about and what its origins were for us.
A Mexican Crown - Escapee Magazine - January/February, 2010
We go south of the border from Yuma, AZ so Mark can get a new crown from a terrific Mexican dentist.
Upcoming Articles
These articles have been accepted for publication. I will post links to the online editions as soon as they are published (you may
need to be a subscriber to reach the links), and later will post the PDF versions. The titles shown here are my own. Often the
magazine editors come up with catchier titles. Subscribe to these magazines and enjoy these articles as they are published!
Leasing Your House - Escapees Magazine - May/June, 2012
A summary of the things we've learned to help us be both happy and profitable landlords.
Surf & Turf - Life Afloat and On the Road (Part I) - Escapees Magazine - July/August, 2012
At the request of Escapees Magazine, this is a no holds barred comparison of RVing and cruising.
Surf & Turf - Life Afloat and On the Road (Part II) - Escapees Magazine - September/October, 2012
Part II of my thoughts on boondocking in an RV in the US versus anchoring out in a sailboat in Mexico
(Rite of) Passage to Cabo - Cruising World Magazine - September, 2012
Our first long distance sailing voyage down the Pacific coast of the Baja peninsula from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas.
A Colorful Christmas in Zihuatanejo - Blue Water Sailing, December, 2012
Our first Christmas in Mexico was spent in colorful, vibrant "Z-town" where the sun was bright and the setting tropical.
Profiles About Us
Fun with the Fagans - Highways Magazine - April/May, 2012
The good folks at Good Sam Club published a brief story about our unusual land and sea traveling lifestyle.
Changes in Latitude - Latitude 38 Magazine - March, 2012
The West Coast's most popular sailing magazine checked in with us in Acapulco, Mexico
RVing Magazines
This is the membership magazine for the Escapees RV Club, a club focused on the RV lifestyle, especially for long-term and full-
time travelers. Articles cover topics that are unique to living in an RV for an extended period of time as well as destinations that
are worthy of a stop.
This is the magazine for three membership organizations: Good Sam Club, Camping World President's Club and Coast-to-
Coast RV Resorts (each used to have its own magazine and they have now combined into one thick magazine that has a
circulation of over a million). It is chock full of RV tech tips, equipment reviews and destination recommendations.
This excellent free magazine can be found in Camping World, RV Parks and other RV-related places of business in the western
states. It focuses on happenings in the West that could inspire an RVing voyage to a particular destination, from musical events
to festivals to country fairs.
This oversized magazine includes excellent RV destination articles and interesting news pieces about the RV industry.
Cruising Magazines
Started in 1997, this delightful cruising-specific magazine is written by cruisers for cruisers with an emphasis on taking your own
boat to exotic destinations.
This classic American sailing magazine has been spawning cruising dreams for decades. Articles are split evenly between
stories about all aspects of living aboard and cruising and stories about chartering both domestically and in foreign waters.
A widely read magazine that covers all aspects of sailing from tips and tricks for beginners to hot charter destinations to
technical discussions of boat systems to world cruising explorations by sailboat. From old salt to beginning sailor, there is
something in this magazine for everyone.
An oversized and beautiful glossy magazine that prides itself on fine writing and dramatic photography. Founded in 1966, I
remember issues of this magazine lying on our coffee table when I was a child, fueling my father's dreams of a circumnavigation
(which, sadly, never came to pass).