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The Good Sam Club, the world's largest and most recognized RV owners' organization. Our one million family members save 10% on overnight camping fees at 1700 Good Sam Parks around the U.S. and Canada. In addition, members save on insurance, RV road service, magazines, financing, long distance telephone service and more!  Lightweight RV News is a proud affiliate for The Good Sam Club.
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Club Services Provided

Good Sam Club – The World's largest RV Club. The Good Sam Club (GSC) is the biggest RV club in the world.

• The Good Sam Club offers its members discounts at parks & campgrounds
• Discounts on RV parts & accessories, and much more.
• Discounts on Trailer Life RV Campground Directory and RV-related books and magazines
• Discounts on long distance telephone & wireless services
• Fuel and Food Discounts
• Free RV trip routing  

Browse through the brief descriptions about the numerous benefits available to Good Sam Club members. For more detailed descriptions and information visit the Good Sam Club website. Click Here for more information or to Join the Good Sam Club

• VEHICLE INSURANCE PLAN  ( VIP )  Insurance designed for RV Owners. Most "car" insurance companies don't understand the RV lifestyle. They may treat your RV like it's just an oversized car! That's why the Good Sam Club teamed up with America's #1 RV Insurance Specialist, GMAC Insurance. The result is Good Sam VIP, RV-Specific Insurance that's been protecting Good Sam members for more than 25 years!  VIP has insured Good Sam member's RV's for the last 25 years. Find out why Good Sam has chosen VIP as the insurance program they stand by 

   

       Comprehensive & Collision Insurance  Good Sam VIP Comprehensive and Collision cover
  the cost to repair or replace your RV if it is stolen or damaged in an accident, regardless of who is at fault. Permanent attached items such as awnings, antennas and satellite dishes are automatically protected.

      Full-Timer’s Insurance Coverage – If you are on the road more than 9 months out of the year, Good Sam VIP offers a special full-timer’s policy. This policy provides increased liability protection plus higher limits for personal belongings that you likely carry in your RV.¹
  
      24-Hour Emergency Insurance Claims Service – Call 24 hours a day to reach dedicated, trained RV customer service and claims representatives.
       Insurance Direct Pay – We can automatically deduct your payment from your checking account—no bills to get lost while you’re traveling.

      Insurance Rate Discounts : Up to 30% discount if you are between the ages of 50-74. 15% discount for safe, mature drivers of low-mileage vehicles. 5% discount given automatically after 3 years of no-fault accidents. Up to 15% lower combined premium for insuring more than one vehicle. One VIP Policy Covers All Family Vehicles - One Good Sam VIP policy can cover all family RVs, cars, pickups, and tow vehicles.

      Unequaled Claim Service : Good Sam VIP's Claim Service - For emergency claims, VIP's toll-free hotline is open 24 hours a day, every day, ready to help when you need our insurance most.
  
  VIP has insured Good Sam member's RV's for the last 25 years. Find out why Good Sam has chosen VIP as the insurance program they stand by 
  
   

• No Cost Accident Protection : Good Sam Members are entitled to $2,500.00 accidental death coverage at No Cost To You. Good Sam pays for the coverage. Protection is immediate and guaranteed. Benefits automatically increase $500.00 each year for five years to a maximum of $5,000.00 as long as you remain a Member.
  
   
• Group Health & Accident Insurance Program : As a Good Sam member you qualify for these specially designed, affordable group supplemental insurance plans.
  
   
• Free Term Life Insurance Shopping Service : Insurance Central is Good Sam Club's endorsed provider of Term Life Insurance Services. Term life insurance generally provides the greatest amount of pure protection for the lowest cost. In just minutes, they will search their extensive database and shop and compare ( free quote ) the best rates of hundreds of plans to help find the right policy and premiums for you. You could save up to 70% by using this free membership benefit.
  
   
• U.S. Travel Health Insurance : Trent Health offers emergency travel health insurance exclusively for Good Sam members visiting Canada. This emergency travel health insurance program is designed specifically for people who visit Canada temporarily without Canadian provincial health care.
  
   
• Canadian Travel Health Insurance : Trent Health offers a wide variety of travel and health insurance products designed exclusively for Canadian Good Sam members or Good Sam members visiting Canada.
  
   
• Chapter Activities : By far, one of the most enjoyable experiences of your Good Sam membership will be participating in a local Good Sam chapter. More than 2,000 chapters throughout the United States and Canada hold camp-outs, meetings, and participate in local volunteer projects such as Adopt-A-Highway.
  
   
• Consumer Cellular : Great news for Good Sam members: Your membership now qualifies you for unprecedented deals on cell phone service. This goes way beyond other discounted cell services. Check out some of the unique benefits this program offers: No long-term contracts - Plans starting at only $9.99 per month - Plans for all usage needs - Excellent nationwide service - Satisfaction guaranteed.
  
  All this, plus as a Good Sam member you will receive a special 10% discount every month! Even if you already have service and need to switch over, it’s a simple process. Give us a call today. We’ll handle the details, and you can start saving money.
  
   
• Continued Service Plan (CSP) Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Plan.  The Good Sam Continued Service Plan (CSP) is a full-service mechanical breakdown insurance plan that covers the coach, engine, appliances, and accessories. CSP is available for new and used motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers up to 12 years old or newer; and for cars, SUVs, & trucks up to 10 years old or newer.  CSP is a mechanical breakdown plan that covers every part of your RV, Travel Trailer, and Tow Vehicle! For a FREE Quote Click Here
  
   
• Cottman Transmission Systems : RV transmission problems can be expensive, but through an exclusive arrangement with Cottman Transmission Systems, Good Sam members receive a 10% discount (up to $100) on automatic and standard transmission repairs and on driveline repairs, including axles, differentials, seals, and driveshafts simply by showing your Good Sam membership card. Good Sam members also receive a free 12-month/12,000 mile warranty.
  
  Club members are also entitled to a special discounted price of $19.95 for preventive maintenance -- a transmission fluid change service on passenger vehicles of ¾ ton or less. (Filters are not included.). Their exclusive TransCheck 21 Plus inspection is the most complete transmission check in the industry and is a $65 value offered free to customers. More details and service center locations available on the Good Sam Website.
  
   
• Credit Card Loss Protection : No one likes to think that their credit cards will ever be lost or stolen. But it happens . . . especially when traveling. That's why they provide this service free to their members - an annual savings of more than $25.
  
   
• Crimson Circle : Your participation in our member referral program can earn you a lifetime membership. All it takes is signing up 25 new members. Along the way to the ultimate achievement of lifetime membership, you can earn many other valuable prizes through the Crimson Circle program.
  
   
• Cruises, Samborees, Caraventures & International Travel with Good Sam! : As a member of the Good Sam Club, you enjoy numerous benefits that simply aren’t available to other RVers – among which are the Good Sam Club’s exclusive Samboree, Caraventure & Cruise group travel packages. These events endorsed by Good Sam ensure that you are well taken care of from rendezvous to departure by experienced field and office staff who are the best in the business.
  
   
• CyberSam Newsletter : The Good Sam Club official online monthly newsletter keeps members up-to-date on subjects ranging from special Feature articles focusing on Good Sam Club news, including upcoming Events, new Club Benefits, interesting Destinations, Book Reviews, monthly Good Sam Store specials, and so much more.
  
   
• Discounted Long Distance Phone & Calling Card Services : ATN (American Telecom Network) and the Good Sam Club have teamed up to offer great rates on phone services. Members can now take advantage of NEW LOWER RATES which will save them money while at home or on the road!
  
   
• Emergency Assistance Plus (EA+) : EA+ provides Good Sam members with emergency medical, travel, return home and referral services. Should an emergency occur while you're away from home, just one call , 24 hours a day, will give you benefits that include medical air or ground evacuation, referral to the nearest physician, dentist or attorney, vehicle return, emergency message relay, prescription drug replacement, return home expenses for children or grandchildren, expenses to bring a loved one to your bedside, arrangements for pet return, and help in replacing traveling documents like your passport.
   
     
• Good Sam Action Line : If you have a dispute on an RV-related issue, you can count on the Good Sam Action Line to resolve it. This consumer advocacy service has a proven track record. The Good Sam Action Line has solved thousands of cases in favor of members.
  
   
• Good Sam Club Visa® Credit Card : Designed specifically for RVers, the Good Sam Club Platinum Plus® Visa® credit card is loaded with benefits for Good Sam members. Earn Good Sam Road to Rewards points. You'll earn points for every purchase you make with your Good Sam Visa® credit card.
  
   
• Good Sam Parks : How do you know an RV park will be the kind of place you want to stay? It's simple: look for a Good Sampark sign, or plan ahead by checking the listings in the Trailer Life Directory. Good Samparks are a network of more than 1,600 independent RV parks and campgrounds that offer a members-only 10% discount. Your 10% discount is deducted from the regular nightly rate at all Good Sam-affiliated parks and campgrounds. To obtain your discount simply present your Good Sam Membership Card when you register.
  
  
  
• Good Sam RV Emergency Road Service (ERS) : The Good Sam RV Emergency Road Service (ERS) is the most comprehensive RV road service available, providing towing and road service for RVs and all household Cars, minivans, SUVs, pickups and boat trailers. RV Emergency Road Service from The Good Sam Club - The most comprehensive RV road service available - Click here to find out more
  
   
• Highways Magazine : As a Good Sam member, you will receive 'Highways', the official magazine of the Good Sam Club on a monthly basis. You'll find it full of great RV destinations, the latest RV product information and news about fellow Good Sam Club members.
  
   
• Lost Pet/Lost Key Service : You can now protect your pets and safeguard your keys by purchasing a Good Sam pet tag or brass key ring. If either your pet (s) or keys are lost, the finder is instructed to notify Club Headquarters, and we will ensure their safe return to you. Registration cards are included in your membership kit.
  
  
   
• Mail Forwarding : No matter where you are, you can enjoy the convenience of having your mail forwarded to you on a weekly basis.
  
   
• Pleasant Holidays Good Sam Vacations! :  Good Sam is offering a special rate off Pleasant Holidays Vacation Packages to Hawaii & Mexico as a benefit of membership in the Greatest Club on Wheels! Good Sam members can also save on all Optional Activities purchased at any Pleasant Holidays Activity Center in Hawaii!
  
   
• Product Testing : Our official Club magazine, Highways, is looking for Good Sam volunteers to test the latest and greatest RV products. Participants are selected on a first come, first served basis, and are provided items at no charge. They must submit a typed report for possible publication in Highways.
  
   
• Reserve America : Good Sam members can make reservations at more than 200,000 campsites throughout the US and Canada through our partnership with Reserve America, the company that exclusively links reservation systems for 2,000 state-park systems, U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' campgrounds and many private parks.
  
   
• RV Financing & Refinancing : Good Sam members can take advantage of an RV finance plan that delivers the very best combination of rates, terms, and services. Whether it's financing a new or used RV purchase, refinancing your existing RV loan to save money or freeing up cash equity in your rig, Good Sam Finance has competitive fixed rates and extended terms. In addition, all Good Sam finance loans are simple interest and have no prepayment penalty if you decide to pay your loan off early.
  
   
• RV Parking Rights Manual : RVers throughout the country are being threatened with legislation that would deny them the right to park their vehicles in their local communities and on their own property. Armed with your Good Sam's Parking Rights Manual, you can fight for your RV parking rights.
   
• RV Parts & Accessories : You also save 10% on RV parts and accessories (not labor) at major RV service centers designated as Commercial Good Sam members in the Trailer Life Directory. Just show your membership card at any of the hundreds of RV service centers around the country that offer the Good Sam discount.
  
   
• Safe Driving Program : Take advantage of the Good Sam VIP Safe Driving Course at specially designated Good Sam State Samborees. Brought to you by the Good Sam Vehicle Insurance Program (VIP), this four-hour course teaches you how to react to adverse road, weather, light and traffic conditions, in a classroom setting.
   
• Standby Sams Network : Standby Sams are Good Sam members who volunteer to provide emergency advice and referrals to fellow members traveling through their local area. We are pleased to report there are now more than 1,500 Standby Sams throughout the United States and Canada which are listed in our Standby Sams Directory.
  
   
• Tech Topics : Questions about oil pressure, tow ratios, fluctuating refrigerator temperatures, or anything else on your RV? Our RV technical experts can help you out. Write to Bob Livingston at Highways, P.O. Box 8545, Ventura, CA 93002. (Letters will be answered in 6-8 weeks. Sorry, due to heavy volume, phone calls and e-mail correspondence on these topics cannot be accepted.)
  
  
   
• The Official Ticket Center : Good Sam members can now save time and money on all tickets to central Florida’s world famous attractions. The Good Sam Club and The Official Ticket Center have recently teamed up to offer great rates on theme park, attraction and dinner theater tickets for those traveling through or to Orlando, Florida – the #1 vacation destination in the world!

   
   

• Trailer Life Directory and Book Discounts : In addition to your Free subscription to Highways magazine, your Good Sam Membership entitles you to discounts on various RV Directory and Book publications.
  
  Trailer Life Directory is the Official Directory of the Good Sam Club and a must have travel tool for all RVers. The directory includes more than 12,000 campgrounds rated with our exclusive triple rating system. Find all the 10% Good Sam discount locations, campgrounds with Internet access, plus RV service centers, tourist attractions, and Dump Stations. The Directory--which is updated annually--is the most complete and reliable directory you can buy!
  
   

  Good Sam RV Road Atlas is the only atlas in the world created just for Rvers. And it's NEW for 2006! The four color maps pinpoint the campground and Good Sam Park discount locations and service centers found in the Trailer Life Directory. The Atlas also has information on the Good Sam Samborees as well as a comprehensive index by city and state in the back of the atlas.

  
  
  The 2006 Trailer Life RV Campground Navigator  is a 2 CD-ROM Set that is an easy-to-use software to help Good Sam Members plan trips. Members get access to all the campgrounds in the U.S. and Canada found in the Trailer Life Directory. You can also zoom to street level, search for attractions, print maps AND use the amazing upgraded trip planning and budgeting tools right from your PC!
  
  

  Trailer Life Books : There are also various books that cover a variety of other helpful RV information for your travel, technical, and money saving needs! Take a look at:
  1.The RV Repair & Maintenance Manual   Read the most complete technical manual and troubleshooting guide for all RV types.
  2. The RV Handbook  The ONLY guide you'll ever need to optimize the performance of your RV.
  3. 10 Minute Tech, Volume 1 and 2  Discover how fellow RVers like you found solutions to common RV problems and found time saving tips that work
  4. Complete Guide to Full-Time RVing  The most comprehensive book ever published on this exhilarating lifestyle…The Complete Guide to Full-Time RVing.
      Plus Much, Much More!
   

• Travel the World...Choose your Adventure with the Good Sam Club! : The Good Sam Club can help put the world at your fingertips, with or without your RV! Whether your dream is to experience the world’s diverse cultures, sail to unforgettable ports of call, renew the romance on your anniversary, or take that family vacation you've always talked about - Good Sam Travel Services makes it all possible!
  
  
   

• Trip Routing : Avoid surprises by planning your next RV trip online with Good Sam’s exclusive trip routing program. You’ll be able to locate the closest Good Sam Park, compare alternative routes, and calculate your mileage and driving time from point-to-point. We clearly identify tunnels and bridges (which may have vehicle height and weight restrictions or prohibit propane), and calculate your mileage two ways – by city streets and by highways, so that you can choose to adjust your route if you want to avoid stop-and-go traffic. We can also provide you with the average cost of gas and fuel prices along your route.
  
  
   

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