Before smartphones, video games and working lunches, we were wild.

A new national survey by Go RVing Canada shows that families miss the freedom, curiosity and joy of discovery they had when they were kids.  Somewhere along the way, many of us have fallen prey to the idea that overproduced games, overscheduled days and shiny gadgets mean a happy childhood. However, many of our favourite childhood memories don’t involve a jam-packed schedule, the most shiny plastic toy or even hours upon hours of playing video games.

·         When we were younger, we experienced that unadulterated feeling of happiness that came from seeking adventure at every corner. In fact, 64 per cent of Canadians feel they used to be more adventurous as a child and have given it up once the responsibilities of becoming an adult crept in.

·         Today, 70 per cent of Canadians find themselves missing the freedom, curiosity and joy of discovery they had when they were kids

·         53 per cent of Canadians agree they were more willing to explore and discover the world as a child than they do as adults.

·         43 per cent of Canadians wish they were more adventurous as a family, but over half of Canadian families see money as a deterrent for not travelling and seeking adventure.

·         There is an RV that fits every family and budget. Purchase an RV for as little as $6,000 – there truly is an RV for everyone.

·         Exploring the great outdoors in an RV helps us bring back our thirst for those amazing childhood adventures and connect with our children in new ways.