2024 Seminar Schedule

Educational or Informational Seminars are FREE to all RV show attendees.
Seminars are held directly across from the Vendor exhibit area.
Come listen to the presentations, visit with the speakers and pick-up free handouts and tips.
Each day the seminars are identical from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, plus two additional seminars on Saturday and Sunday afternoons at 5:30 PM & 6:30 PM.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT RVPresented by Jim Koca, Escapees RV Club: Towable vs Motorized? Class A vs. Class C? This seminar looks at the different types of RVs that are available and how to choose the perfect new unit for you and your lifestyle.

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR RV KITCHENPresented by Lady E Cooper- Cookbook Author,  Seminar Presenter and Executive Director – National RV Training Academy: Whether you are just getting started in the RV experience or are an RV veteran, this session will help take the mystery out of using your RV kitchen appliances like the RV refrigerator, convection microwave, induction cooktops and so much more!

VOLTS, AMPS AND PURPLE MONKEYS Presented by Terry Cooper, Texas RV Professor – National RV Training Academy: Every RV has 3 separate electrical systems. Learn how each system impacts the operation of the various devices found in today’s RV. You will be introduced to the terminology and usage of each one of these electrical systems. You will learn how a Purple Monkey can trip you up while you are working to resolve some of your issues.

RV TIRE SAFETYPresented by Jim Koca, Escapees RV Club: RV tires are one the most vulnerable components of the RV. Tire damage is not self-healing, damage to tires is cumulative. RVers need to have a basic understanding of the demands put on their tires.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE RV INDUSTRY – Presented by the Terry Cooper, Texas RV Professor – National RV Training Academy: Are you looking to make a career change? Want to learn more about your RV? You now have an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge to become an RV Dealer Technician, Mobile RV Technician or just help others as you travel in your RV. Come be a part of the discussion and learn how the RV industry can be your new adventure. Q & A Session.

EXPLORE, RELAX, REPEAT: TEXAS STATE PARKS – Presented by Erin Freiboth, Park Ranger – Texas Parks & Wildlife Department: Discover the wonders of Texas State Parks and familiarize yourself with their wide range of activities and amenities. Plan your next adventure by learning about local and destination state parks with a Texas Park Ranger.