Flying J to Charge For Dumping
Posted: 06 May 2010 09:24 PM PDT
Beginning next week, Flying J will charge $10 to use their RV dump stations according to the Escapees E-news from the Escapees RV Club. Due to rising costs and misuse of the dump stations, they are instituting the charge.For those with Frequent Fueler cards and RV Real Value cards, a $5 discount coupon can be added to their card, based on fuel purchases. That could help. Some dump stations will have a place to "pay at the dump," while at others, you'll need to go inside to pay.
RVers hate to see this. Many dump stations in rest areas along highways have already been closed- probably for the same reason. It makes it harder to find a dump unless you stay in a campground. Those who stay at Camp Wal-Mart will have to bite the bullet or see if they can find another source.
In our case, we don't go to Flying J's that often anyway. Usually they are so crowded it is about impossible to get to a diesel pump without waiting in line for a long time- if you can even maneuver in towing a 5th wheel or trailer.
Nick Russell has a book of free public dump stations. While some are Flying J's will be eliminated from his list, it's still a good deal and can help you save money. See his Web site.