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October 11, 2021
Go RVing Profile: Millenials 35% of Class A Owners
The Go RVing RV Owner Demographic Profile is the most comprehensive study of RV ownership ever conducted, providing deep insights and perspectives on the demographics and ownership habits of RV Owners, Former RV Owners and RV Intenders, according to the RV Industry Association (RVIA). Woodallscm
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October 11, 2021
Selvius RV Group Acquires, Renames Another Michigan RV Store
Michigan’s Selvius Family RV Group acquired the former Quality Products RV of Plainwell, Mich. The newly owned dealership reopened in August under the name RV–Zoo. Quality Products RV was owned since its founding in 1968 by the Doxey family. When they decided to retire, they reached out to the Selvius...
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October 10, 2021
Miles into a Utah ultramarathon, ‘near whiteout’ conditions forced a rescue of more than 80 runners
Stray snowflakes lashed at participants of Saturday’s DC Peaks 50 race with winds of up to 40 miles per hour and erasing the path through the desolate terrain. 87 runners were caught and rescued from the rugged mountains of northern Utah and organizers of the ultramarathon called off the event....
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October 9, 2021
Investors like what they see in RV manufacturing; stock prices soar
The Motley Fool – a private financial and investing advice company – said last week that it’s a great time to be in the RV industry. We all know what’s happened to RV sales, inventories, and pricing of late. All of those factors have led to, according to Motley Fool,...
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October 8, 2021
N.Y. Installs EV Charging Stations at 2 Campgrounds
Two campgrounds in New York’s Adirondacks are now home to electric car charging stations, part of a larger initiative by the state to support electric vehicle use, according to the Adirondack Explorer. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says electric car chargers have been installed at Meadowbrook Campground in Ray...
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October 8, 2021
Harvest Hosts Finalizes Boondockers Welcome
Harvest Hosts, a membership program giving RVers access to unique RV camping options, completed its integration of Boondockers Welcome, a community-driven camping solution, into its platform following acquisition of the company in May 2021. The two companies said they share a mission of giving travelers opportunities to make memories and...
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October 8, 2021
Ford Expedition Timberline Off-Road Concept Targets Overlanding Families
Ford taps the market with the 2022 Expedition Timberline concept, focusing on multiday off-roading. 10.6 inches of ground clearance, hoop steps from DeeZee, FOX Performance Elite Series 2.5-inch shocks, Dual Speed Compression adjusters and remote reservoirs, 17-inch Method Race wheels are some of its outstanding features. Mobile campsite accessories include a Thule...
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October 8, 2021
Biden to restore protections for three national monuments
President Biden is expected to restore protections for the Bears Ears, Grand Staircase-Escalante and Northeast Canyons and Seamounts National Monuments on Friday, the Biden administration announced Thursday. The three monuments' protections had been scaled back during the Trump administration. "The President's protection of these three national monuments is among a...
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October 8, 2021
Access Fund Celebrates Biden’s Proclamation to Restore Bears Ears National Monument
Boulder, Colo. - October 8, 2021 – Access Fund, the national advocacy organization that protects America’s climbing, is pleased to announce that today President Joe Biden will restore protections to Bears Ears National Monument in southeast Utah. Bears Ears is a sacred landscape to Native American Tribes and home to...
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October 8, 2021
Laird Superfood & Athletic Brewing Announce New Beer Collaboration
SAN DIEGO, October 8, 2021 -- Non-alcoholic beer company, Athletic Brewing Co., and superfood pioneer, Laird Superfood®, announced today their new beer collaboration, Superfood Swell. This epic new tropical IPA features big waves of mango, pineapple, and hints of coconut water -- inspired by Laird Superfood®’s Pineapple Mango Coconut Water...
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October 7, 2021
Video: Starcraft RV Intros Super Lite Maxx Travel Trailer
Starcraft RV has announced the launch of the 2022 Super Lite Maxx Travel Trailer. This compact, yet highly capable unit has been designed to maximize interior space, according to a release, and the lightweight trailer also features rugged, tested components for extreme adventures. RV Business
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October 7, 2021
Dometic to Offer Products Made of New 100% Recycled Material
In order to take a more active role in promoting new materials for sustainability, Dometic is offering its environmentally conscious customers products made of its REDUX material, a lightweight polyester made from 100 percent recycled plastic bottles with Global Recycled Standard certifications. This announcement refers to tents, a new RV...
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October 7, 2021
Winnebago debuts a compact, yet well-equipped camper trailer
Aside from revealing a wheelchair-friendly campervan yesterday, U.S.-based motorhome maker Winnebago announced another new product: the Hike 100, a lightweight trailer for camping enthusiasts. Coming in at only 1,225 kg (2,700 lbs), the Winnebago Hike 100 can be easily towed by a mid-size crossover SUV. It comes in four layouts, which...
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October 7, 2021
Parry Sound woman sentenced for stealing $83,941 from campground
A woman convicted of redirecting over $83,000 in campsite payments into her personal bank account was given house arrest and ordered to repay her former employer. On Oct. 4, Justice Oldham imposed a sentence of 18 months house arrest to Sandra Weatherall, 45, of Parry Sound, followed by three years...
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October 7, 2021
Thor’s 2022 Tranquility 4×4 Camper Van Will Have You Living Wherever You Want
To create the ultimate mobile home, buyers need to invest a pretty penny in order enjoy a living space suitable of the status ‘home’. The Thor Motor Coach, a subsidiary of Thor Industries, is going to perform everything the buyer might need to live life off-grid for a short while....
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October 7, 2021
Sustainability Champion of the Year Award for Plastic Impact Alliance Co-Founder
Boulder, Colorado (October 7, 2021) — The Plastic Impact Alliance is proud to announce that Outdoor Media Summit has recognized Kristin Hostetter as the “Sustainability Champion of the Year” for her work co-founding and leading the Plastic Impact Alliance (PIA). The award was presented by a panel of judges at...
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October 7, 2021
World Obstacle achieves Observer Status of the Global Association of International Sports Federations
Lausanne, Switzerland: At the last GAISF Council meeting held on September 27, 2021, World Obstacle, FISO - Fédération Internationale de Sports d'Obstacles (FISO) was granted the Observer status, which allows it to attend the GAISF General Assembly, as well as to participate in international events hosted by GAISF, to be...
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October 7, 2021
Kari Traa ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ Movement Exposes Stories of Inequality
Broomfield, Colo. – Oct. 7, 2021 – Kari Traa, one of the fastest growing women’s sportswear brands worldwide, has launched a movement to encourage women to share stories of inequality, and break the rules traditionally associated with being a woman. In the brand’s ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ campaign video, a young...
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October 7, 2021
Sport Casuals International (SCI) Announces New Athletic Performance Fabric
Boca Raton, FL —Sport Casuals International (SCI), a global sports apparel design and manufacturing company, unveils a new performance fitness fabric: SCI FIT 1. Available exclusively from Sport Casuals International, SCI FIT 1 is a scientific fabric breakthrough that virtually eliminates the Grin-Through Effect: the fabric stretching, material erosion (almost...
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October 7, 2021
Global Design Brand Vera Bradley Partners With Baddle On Stylish New Pickleball Gear
Los Angeles (October 7, 2021) – Vera Bradley (NASDAQ: VRA), a leading American bag and luggage company and iconic lifestyle brand, and Baddle Pickleball, part of the outdoor and recreational product portfolio of OvareVentures, have partnered on an all-new line of designer pickleball paddles and paddle covers. In a marriage of...
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October 6, 2021
KOA Adds Dedicated Position for Canadian Market Expansion
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) has hired Matt Stovold to the newly created position of KOA Franchise Development Manager for Canada. Stovold joins KOA after more than10 years of operating and managing the Toronto North/Cookstown KOA Holiday in Ontario. Woodalls
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October 6, 2021
Harvest Hosts Finalizes Boondockers Welcome Integration to Become the Largest Private RV Camping Network, Offering Over 5,600 Locations for Members
Harvest Hosts, a membership program giving RVers access to unique RV camping options, is announcing the complete integration of Boondockers Welcome, a community-driven camping solution, into its platform following acquisition of the company in May 2021. Both built by RVers for RVers, the companies share a mission of giving travelers opportunities...
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October 6, 2021
Hot Bento Needs Your Vote
HONOLULU, HI October 2021) HOT BENTO NEEDS YOUR VOTE: Selected from thousands of products nationwide, Hot Bento is a finalist in Making It With Lowes. Winners will be selected by popular vote. Visit www.MIWLfanfavorite.com between now and 10/15 to cast your vote-no purchase necessary. Hot Bento was selected by Outside...
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October 6, 2021
Houdini Sportswear Debuts Global “The Storyteller” Campaign Powered by Polartec
STOCKHOLM (October 6, 2021) -- Houdini, the global circular sportswear company, committed to designs that are timeless, functional, minimalist, with an eye on doing more with less, announces the launch of its global marketing campaign, “The Storyteller” in collaboration with Polartec®. Specifically, this marketing initiative, in partnership with a media...
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October 6, 2021
Astral Pays Homage to Iconic and Influential Green River with Limited Edition Lifejacket
Asheville, NC – October 6, 2021 – Astral, manufacturer of industry-leading PFDs and footwear, is proud to unveil its latest limited edition lifejacket, the LE Heron GreenJacket: a tribute to the iconic Green River that has played such a formative role for Astral, its employees, and whitewater kayaking as a...
