Most of all, the show is a place to meet fellow RVers.

"It's a certain lifestyle," Villemure said. "And we're a great place to browse." How do you know if you're an RV enthusiast?

"Rent one," Villemure said. "You don't have to buy an RV at first, it's quite easy to rent one." Villemure adds that if you do want to rent, don't wait until summer -- too late.

"If you're booking for summer, you may want to book now," he said. "In Canada, specifically in Montreal, the end of July is always busy." On the business and marketing side of things, Villemure invites North Country-area businesses a place to increase their own traffic. He says local campsites, attractions and the like can all benefit from the arrival of some 40,000 visitors. A few coveted booth spaces remain open for rent.

The 21st RV Show runs March 6 to 9 at Olympic Stadium (corner of Pie-IX Blvd. and Sherbrooke Street). Directions: Take 15 North to 132/20 East, exit 8 -- the Jacques Cartier Bridge. Cross the bridge and bear left, following signs for Sherbrooke Street. Go uphill and turn right on Sherbrooke. Continue driving for about five minutes.

Hours are Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and March 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission costs $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors (65 years and over), and $4 for children 6 to 12. For more information call 514-338-1471 or visit www.salonvr.com.