October 11th, 2013 -
Football season is in full swing. Whether you root for the Minnesota Golden Gophers, the Minnesota Vikings, or have another team of choice, it is time to tailgate and cheer that team on.
As the RV dealership Minneapolis relies on for sales parts and accessories, we see a lot of purple and gold this time of year. We also get a lot of requests for tailgate recipes. Here are a couple of unique but easy recipe ideas for your next tailgate party.
Grilled Potato Salad
Everybody like potato salad, but here is a new spin on an old favorite. You will need eight slices of bacon, four medium red potatoes (cubed), one large onion (white cut into one inch slices), potato salad dry rub and dressing.
Heat grill to a medium-high heat, cook the bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels and reserve the drippings. Crumble bacon up. Add the potatoes and onion along with the dry rub to the drippings in the skillet. Coat and then remove the potato mixture. Next, in a grill wok or grill basket, grill the potato mixture with the grill lid closed for about 30 minutes but stir every five minutes.
When done, put the salad in a big bowl and add the potato salad dressing,toss, add bacon, serve warm and watch the crowd dig in!
Jalapeno Mustard Dipping Sauce
Add a little heat to your next tailgate party with this dipping sauce recipe. You will need ž cups of mayonnaise, two tablespoons of jalapeno pepper jelly, and ź cup of Creole mustard. Just mix all of the ingredients together until well blended. The dipping sauce can be served with chicken bites, jalapeno poppers or any of your favorite dipping food.
Enjoy the games this fall and into the winter. If you are already thinking about RV season next year, or are a year-round RVer who may be getting ready to head south, stop in and see us for the new line-up of 2014’s in stock or for parts and accessories. We are PleasureLand RV and we are the family owned RV dealership Minnesota can count on for great prices and quality products. Enjoy the season and the tailgating ahead!
October 9th, 2013 -
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There are some food items that remain at the top of the “A” list throughout the years. Some tasty creations have their moment in the spotlight then fade away, but others continue to shine brightly. One such scrumptious item is an authentic pizza pie with all the toppings.
To show appreciation for this time-honored slice of culinary heaven, October is designated as National Pizza Month.
What this means for pizza aficionados is communities and pizza restaurants in cities around the US will be celebrating with special activities and deals. This is a win-win and, best of all, National Pizza Month runs through October 31, so there’s plenty of time to enjoy a slice.
For RVers, you can take advantage of local activities and restaurants paying homage to this luscious pie or make your own and enjoy with friends, family, and other travelers around a roaring campfire.
Pepperoni Pizza
Ingredients needed for this campfire favorite is 1 lb of refrigerated pizza dough, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella, 1/2 cup thinly sliced pepperoni, 1/4 cup of your favorite pizza sauce and a pizza stone.
- Place the pizza stone on a grill over a wood fire. Spread the wood around so the flames are at an even consistency and not too tall.
- Roll out the dough and place on the stone. Cook for 10 minutes until brown.
- Remove from the fire. Flip the dough over so the cooked side is up. Spread with sauce leaving a 1/2 inch area around the rim without sauce.
- Add the mozzarella evenly.
- Add the pepperoni.
- Place the pizza – uncooked side down – on the stone. Create a tent with aluminum foil to cover the pizza.
- Place on the grill and cook for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Remove and place on a cutting board. Let cool before slicing.
Backcountry Pizza
- Place dough in a cast iron skillet and cook over fire for about 10- 20 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce, pepper jack cheese, sun dried tomatoes and pepperoni or salami. Let cook until cheese is melted.
Make your plans for an October outing and include a pizza party to celebrate the pie. Before leaving, stop by PleasureLand RV Center for a service check and any accessories you need to make the trip a tasty one.
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October 7th, 2013 -
The 2014 Grand Design Momentum is a good choice if you’re looking for a luxury RV at RV dealers in Minneapolis that can haul your toys and sleep a large family or group of guests in comfort. By taking your toys with you in a fifth wheel like the Momentum, you’ll be able to save on rental costs as you experience all the outdoor activities that Minnesota and surrounding areas have to offer.
Interior
The materials used in the Momentum include Solitude fabric, Beauflor linoleum that resembles wood, light carpet, and solid surface countertops. The decor fits in nicely with the solid cherry hardwood cabinet doors with hidden hinges. Depending on the floor plan, there’s either a kitchen island or kitchen peninsula with a stainless steel sink and high-rise faucet. A slide out on one side contains the 3-burner range with oven and large refrigerator, while the slide out on the other side contains a sofa bed that doubles as a dinette when using the stowable table. From here you’ll be able to sit back and watch the LED TV, which is mounted over a fireplace.
Next to the kitchen is a loft with a 30″ by 96″ bed, and the larger of the two floor plans also has an extra bathroom. In addition to the LED TV with home theater speakers in the living area, there’s another LED TV in the 8′ by 12′ garage, and you can watch this TV from the split bench seats that convert into a sofa bed. On the other side of the Momentum, the bedroom has wall-to-wall carpeting, a full walk-in closet, dresser, pull-out ottoman, and queen bed. The main bathroom is next to the bedroom and has a porcelain toilet, shower with seat, and vanity with raised bowl sink and mirrored medicine cabinet.
Exterior
With the Momentum Catalyst Package, you’ll get a 12″ I-Beam chassis with a large storage compartment, Equa-Flex adjustable suspension, two electric patio awnings, and a central vac system, among other things. Aluminum wheels and a high-quality paint job gives this fifth wheel an attractive look.
Options
- Garage A/C
- Rear screen wall enclosure
- Rear awning
- Bedroom TV
Floor Plans
Make sure to check out the inventory of 2014 Momentums available at Pleasureland RV Center for pricing and additional information.
October 4th, 2013 -
One of the things we really enjoy about the RV lifestyle at PleasureLand RV Center is the people. It seems those that participate in the activity are genuinely nice and very helpful to each other. That’s why October 5th is a day that should easily be celebrated. What is being celebrated? It’s National “Do Something Nice” Day.
Not limited to RVers, of course, Do Something Nice Day is a day to simply do something nice for someone. It could be something small like offering a compliment or something major like giving away a pre-paid credit card. It got us thinking about some ways we could observe National Do Something Nice Day.
- Offer to pay the check of the car behind you in a fast food drive-thru line.
- Leave a thank you note to your mailman.
- Include a scratch off lottery ticket with your tip at a restaurant.
- Wash your spouse’s car.
- Take some balloons to a nursing home.
- Give a child a dollar in a dollar store.
- Do a chore your spouse would normally do around the house.
- Call someone just to tell them you love them.
- Send a note of appreciation to your child’s teacher.
- Make an effort to smile at everyone that day.
- Send flowers to someone you know could use a pick-me-up.
- Pay a toll for a car behind you.
No one seems to know the origin of National Do Something Nice Day, but it is certainly worth celebrating. We are sure you can think of your own ways to observe October 5th, and perhaps even beyond. Call it “paying it forward” or “random acts of kindness,” but we know RVers are pretty good at it.
PleasureLand RV is proud being the RV dealership Minnesota has come to rely on for RV sales, service, parts, and accessories. With locations in St. Cloud, Ramsey, Willmar, and Brainerd, PleasureLand RV is family owned and operated. We invite you to visit and see our selection of new 2014 models in stock.
September 30th, 2013 -
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As the weather changes, so do the sports. Fans of football are already dreaming about tailgating and the new friends they’ll make. However, no trip to see a big game is complete without all of the requisite snacks, half-time munchies, and other foods you need for the celebration.
Traveling to the tailgating spot with your RV fifth wheels in Minneapolis MD gives you a great way to cook your favorite tailgate recipes right there in the parking lot. Try these two simple snacks to keep you full and ready to cheer for your team.
Choose Your Own Kabobs
Chopping up a variety of meats and veggies allows everyone to make their own tasty snack.
Pack of bamboo skewers, soaked in water overnight
1 pound of boneless skinless chicken breasts<
1 pound of beef, either inexpensive steak or pre-cut cubes
1 pound of pork, loin or thick cut chops
Three large bell peppers, any color
8 oz of whole button mushrooms
2 yellow onions
2 bottles of your favorite barbecue sauce
Chop your ingredients into bite-sized pieces, aiming for evenness among the meats. Keep the veggies a little larger so they don’t burn before the meats are done. Skewer an assortment onto each bamboo stick, then slather with barbecue sauce and cook them over a medium flame on the grill until the meats are done, about 15 to 20 minutes. Turn regularly to prevent burning.
Cold Weather Chili
When the fall and winter breezes are blowing, nothing warms up a tailgating party like chili. This version can be ready to eat in as little as 30 minutes.
1 tablespoon of oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 6 oz can of tomato paste
3 tablespoons of chili powder
1 3 oz can of chipotle chiles
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 pounds chuck ground beef
3 14 oz cans of diced tomatoes in juice
1 can of mild lager beer
2 14 oz cans of kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Heat up the oil in a heavy bottom pot or an enameled Dutch oven. Toss in the garlic and onion, then sprinkle on the salt. Cook the two ingredients until softened. Mix in the tomato paste, chiles, chili powder, and cinnamon. Stir and cook for 3 minutes, then add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Introduce the diced tomatoes with all of their juice, the beans, and the beer. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until thickened.
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September 26th, 2013 -
With four locations throughout Minnesota, PleasureLand RV is your premier RV dealer in the state and in the Midwest. We are a family owned RV dealership that enjoys serving our customers as much as we enjoy the RV lifestyle.
We are pleased to announce that the RV dealership Minnesota has come to depend on for RV sales, parts, and service is now offering cargo and utility trailers. This is a natural extension for us and we hope you will help us spread the word.
We have an inventory of quality enclosed cargo trailers, open utility trailers, and car haulers in a variety of sizes and styles. Our enclosed cargo trailers are perfect for hauling work related tools and equipment for work, or toys for your RV adventures. Our open utility trailers can carry anything from lawn and garden equipment to full sized cars.
One example is an 8’ x 21’ 6” enclosed auto carrier that can carry a full sized vehicle safely and securely. With its 78” interior height clearance, and 21 foot length, it offers not only room for a vehicle but extra storage space as well. Its full drop-down rear door serves as a ramp and it has a side door for easier access. The interior has a finished wood panel interior, and this would be a great car hauler for someone who has a show car, race car, or anyone who wants to transport a vehicle in an enclosed environment.
As we grow this area of our business, we will continue to grow our inventory of these utility and cargo trailers. Should you have a particular need, we invite you to contact us and share your suggestions. We know that many of our current customers will find value in these trailers as an extension of their RV experience. It will also bring some new customers to PleasureLand RV who are searching for these types of trailers in Minnesota at a great price.
Those of us at PleasureLand RV are excited about these new additions to our inventory and we invite you to come on out and see them for yourself in person or visit our cargo/utility section of our website. We continue to look for new ways to serve you at PleasureLand RV!
September 25th, 2013 -
Hosting the Superbowl party this year? Tailgating for your favorite team?
One of the best reasons to come to PleasureLand RV dealership of Minnesota is so that you can have a party-room on wheels whether watching the game at home or supporting the team at the stadium.
You don’t want to be caught unprepared, though, so put these tips to work to prep your RV for football season:
Stock Twice What You Think You Need
If there’s one thing you can be sure of, it’s that bowls of chips can spill on the floor, dogs can knock people’s beers over, and you can never expect “just enough” to be just enough. A couple extra bags of chips or an extra case of beer won’t cost you much more, but it will ensure that you have enough to go around come what may this football season.
Empty Your Blackwater
The last thing you want is to have to wait in line at the stadium bathroom because you forgot to take care of this. Prepare for tailgating or a party just as you would prepare for a camping trip.
Run a Checkup
In particular you want to check your shocks. When you’re hosting a party with ten or eleven people, all jumping up and down to cheer the team, you’re going to be glad you did. Now of course you want to be aware of the maximum capacity of your RV and you generally do not want to go over that, but parties can be unpredictable, so be prepared.
With all of this in mind, all that’s left is the bodypaint and the invitations. With proper RV maintenance and plenty of food to go around, your tailgates and football parties this year should be legendary.
September 23rd, 2013 -
The summer of 2013 is behind us and along with it, the warm temperatures. While there are many who bemoan the passing of summer, there are some really great reasons to enjoy RVing in the fall.
At Pleasureland RV, your Minnesota RV dealership, we thought it would be timely to remind you of 10 great reasons to love the autumn in your RV.
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The amazing fall colors. Probably at the top of everyone’s list, the changing trees and brilliant colors are truly a wonder to behold. Living where we do, it is easy to forget that some people from the south make trips up north each autumn just to bask in the colors. RV’ing gives us a front row seat.
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Campgrounds are less crowded. For those that enjoy a bit of solitude when RV’ing the fall is an amazing time. The whole feel of the season is more laid back, quieter, and at a slower pace. Fall gives us a great time to sit back and relax.
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Cooler temperatures. This time of year it is possible to sleep with the windows open and turn off the A/C. The air somehow seems cleaner and fresher.
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There is less traffic. The fall means fewer cars on the roadways and less traffic jams. This makes travel more enjoyable and less stressful.
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Lower gas prices. Generally the end of summer leads to lower fuel costs. This can help the travel budget and may even lead to longer excursions.
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Less chance of thunderstorms. Once the heat of summer dissipates, the chances for severe thunderstorms seem to dissipate as well. This can make for quieter, and safer RV trips.
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New RV models are out. Fall is a great time for RV’ers because the new models are out, and even in you are not in the market for a new RV, it is fun to take a walk-through of the new models.
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New fall recipes. A change of seasons brings about a change in the foods we eat. Seasonal foods like pumpkin, squash and apples play a bigger part in our diets and we seem to move from barbecues to casseroles.
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Football. For those who like college and pro football, “tailgating” in our RV’s while watching the games is hard to beat.
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A sense of gratitude. In the hustle and bustle of the summer, we can sometimes forget to be grateful. In the fall, we sense our days in the out of doors are limited for the year and we seem to be thankful.
Enjoy your RV this fall. PleasureLand RV Center invites you to visit us to see the 2014 models and to get your RV ready for the winter.
September 20th, 2013 -
While Class B motor homes have limited space, they are typically the least expensive motor homes, can be used as a second vehicle, and can easily fit into smaller camping spaces as well as your driveway.
If this sounds like what you’re looking for, check out the 2014 Winnebago Era Class B motor home at a local RV dealership like PleasureLand RV. You’ll get quality features in this motor home including Corian countertop, Ultraleather cab seats, and LED lighting, all in an incredibly fuel-efficient RV that costs around $100,000 MSRP.
Interior
With the 2014 Era, you’ll have your choice of three different decor options and either cafe, aosta, or sunset cherry cabinetry. The cab seats swivel around to the pedestal table, and on the other side you’ll have either two more removable swiveling chairs or a sofa. The kitchen has a two-burner range, microwave, fridge, and stainless steel sink. A 22″ LCD HDTV sits conveniently on the end of the kitchen counter.
The bathroom features a shower with tub surround and cabinet in addition to the toilet, and the bedroom has a 22″ TV and either Flex Bed twin beds that can convert into a queen bed or a sofa bed with shirt closet nearby, depending on the floor plan. Heating and cooling is taken care of with a 16K BTU furnace and 13.5K BTU air conditioner powered by the Onan Microquiet generator that generates 2,500 watts.
Exterior
The engine in the Era is 3.0L Mercedes Benz turbo-diesel with 188 horsepower. On the outside, there’s a power awning, porch light, and speaker system. Three exterior paint options (silver, jet black, or white) make for a sleek, attractive exterior.
Options
You can add stylized aluminum wheels and rocker panel trim on the outside, and upgrade the 6″ color screen with rear camera to an Infotainment Center with GPS and a CD/DVD player.
With all the lakes and wilderness areas in and around Minnesota, an RV like the 2014 Winnebago Era can get you to your destination in comfort whether you’re heading to Lake Superior, Chippewa National Forest, or another great outdoor location.
September 18th, 2013 -
Photographer: Greg Gjerdingen via Flickr Creative Commons
A perfect place for a weekend getaway in Minnesota is at Sibley State Park. The west-central state park has plenty of activities to enjoy year round for all ages. If getting out-and-about on America’s highways and byways to see the sights is something you’ve been planning but not sure where to begin, start with PleasureLand RV to get an idea on recreational vehicle options.
The RV dealership has an array of new and used motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels and more to suit your traveling style and your budget. Let the friendly staff get you situated in the perfect travel option and then be on your way to this relaxing and fun-filled state park.
Sibley State Park
Set amid a landscape any artist would love to paint, Sibley State Park is all-inviting. Throughout the 3,419-acre park, the landscape is filled with aspen, red cedar, maple, green ash and more making fall a panorama of color during the changing of the leaves. You’ll walk through tall prairie grass on the knolls and among fields of wildflowers as the landscape is ever-changing.
Wildlife
Bring your camera and take pictures as you hike along the trails. An array of species make the park home including raccoons, mink, badgers, gray fox, coyotes, squirrel and woodchucks. Bird watching is also a great pastime with Canada geese, egrets and herons, loons, ducks, pelicans and scarlet tanagers, to name a few, inhabiting the park.
Activities
During the off-season, boat rentals are available including kayaks, canoes and row boats from the park office. In the winter, strap on rented snowshoes and trek through the park. Cross country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and skate-skiing are also options during the winter season.
In the warmer months, go for a swim, take a boat ride or drop a line in Lake Andrew for some leisurely fishing. The park also features a picnic area, and for adventurers, take a hike to Mount Tom for scenic views.
Camping
Sibley accepts RVs 70 feet in length. Electricity and showers are available at the Lakeview campground. Dump station available may through the middle of October.
For all your RV travel needs including parts and service, visit PleasureLand RV today so you’ll be ready to roll whenever the travel bug bites.
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About Me
Hi, my name is Dan Pearson and I am the Owner of PleasureLand RV Centers based out of St. Cloud, MN. We have three other Minnesota locations to serve all of you RV needs. I look forward to providing you with all your RV information from buying an RV to tips and maintenance. If you would like to contact me, be sure to leave a comment.
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