June 8, 2023

Camping World Set to Acquire Halterman’s RV in Washington State

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.-- Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced that it is set to acquire Halterman’s RV in the greater Seattle market. It is anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2023. Marcus Lemonis, CEO and Chairman of Camping World commented, “This acquisition...

June 7, 2023

Camping World Set to Acquire Hitch RV, With Locations in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., June 07, 2023-- Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) ("Camping World"), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced that it is set to acquire Hitch RV. This acquisition includes three locations across Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. It is anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2023. Marcus Lemonis,...

June 7, 2023

The 2023 Glampy Awards: The Dyrt Recognizes The Top 10 Glamping Destinations in the U.S.

PORTLAND, Ore., June 7, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping information and booking, has announced the winners of the 2023 Glampy Awards. Now its second year, the Glampys recognize and honor the most unique and innovative glampground destinations throughout the United States. “Glamping has been...

June 6, 2023

The Dyrt announces new head of sales Rob Hudson, formerly of Outside

PORTLAND, Ore., June 6, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping information and booking, has announced that Rob Hudson is joining the company as head of sales. Hudson has spent two decades in advertising media and technology, most recently as senior sales director at Outside Interactive...

June 6, 2023

California Campsites Could Get Easier to Book if This Bill Passes Senate

California has more State Park land than any other state in the nation — with 279 parks and over 15,000 campgrounds. And still, securing a campsite at any one of them can be a serious challenge. With over 7 million park visitors each year, it gets busy out there. According...

June 6, 2023

Thor Industries’ Revenues Drop 37 Percent In Fiscal Third Quarter

Thor Industries, Inc. reported earnings fell 65.3 percent in the fiscal third quarter ended April 30 on a 37.1 percent revenue decline against pandemic-boosted results in the year-ago quarter. The maker of RVs slightly raised its outlook for the year on a better-than-expected performance. SGB Media

June 5, 2023

Camping World Holdings To Acquire RV Center Outside Seattle

Camping World Holdings, Inc. plans to acquire Roy Robinson RV Center in the greater Seattle, WA market. The acquisition will reportedly close in the third quarter of 2023, increasing Camping World’s Washington location count to seven. SGB Media

June 5, 2023

How RVs and #vanlife Became Really Expensive

After two years when it seemed everyone hit the road to live their best #vanlife or explore the outdoors in a larger motor home, some of the air is rushing out of the recreational-vehicle boom.Buyers are balking at soaring prices, forcing U.S. RV manufacturers to temporarily shutter production and dealers...

June 5, 2023

Founded Outdoors brings together entrepreneurs and manufacturers in partnership with Michigan Outdoor Recreation Industry Office and Pure Michigan Business Connect

JUNE 5, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Founded Outdoors, the national platform for outdoor entrepreneurs, has partnered with the Michigan Outdoor Recreation Industry Office and Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) in a year-long program to educate and connect entrepreneurs with the state’s product design and scaled manufacturing opportunities. Launched in 2021, Founded...

June 2, 2023

A quarter of campers work from the campsite, says 2023 Camping Report

PORTLAND, Ore., June, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping information and booking, found that 23.8 percent of campers say they worked remotely while camping in 2022. That statistic is part of the 2023 Camping Report — but it was identical to the work-from-campsite stat from...

June 1, 2023

Outdoorsy Hits 1M Trip Milestone

RV rental marketplace Outdoorsy has surpassed 1 million trips – or 7 million booked travel days – since the company was founded in 2015. The milestone comes on the heels of being recognized as one of Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Companies in Travel and Hospitality” for 2023. RV-Pro

June 1, 2023

Outdoorsy hits record 1 Million trips, 7 Million booked travel days, and launches Stays

AUSTIN, TEXAS (June 1, 2023) – Outdoorsy, the leading outdoor travel marketplace, today surpassed 1 million trips – or 7 million booked travel days – spent outdoors since the company was founded in 2015. The milestone comes on the heels of being recognized as one of Fast Company’s ‘Most Innovative Companies in Travel...

June 1, 2023

Lightship Expands Operations with Colorado Production Facility for First Purpose-built All-electric RV

SAN FRANCISCO--Lightship, America’s first all-electric RV company, today announced it signed a lease agreement on a 32,000 square-foot facility in Broomfield, Colorado. The space will house the company’s pilot manufacturing operations for the Lightship L1, an aerodynamic, solar and battery-powered travel trailer, to meet high demand following its launch in...

June 1, 2023

CamelBak® Launches New and Redesigned Hike Packs

PETALUMA, Calif. (June 1, 2023)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – CamelBak®, the global leader in award-winning personal hydration products, today announces its Spring ‘23 hiking hydration pack line, which includes the all-new Fourteener™ collection, fully redesigned Octane™ 22 and two new sizes in the Octane family. The new and redesigned hydration packs blend technical features...

May 31, 2023

Camping World Named to the Fortune 500 List

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill - Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer announced that it has been named to the Fortune 500 list. The Company ranked 475, moving up from its position last year. Marcus Lemonis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer stated, “This is a recognition of nearly...

May 31, 2023

Campnab Celebrates Sending 3.5 Million Campsite Availability Alerts

VANCOUVER, BC MAY 31, 2023 Campers Eric Shelkie and Eric Karjaluoto have made it possible to find openings at sold-out campgrounds with their app, Campnab. From a basement side project born out of necessity, Campnab has grown to send a whopping 3.5 million cancellation alerts for sold-out campgrounds. Back in...

May 27, 2023

Living and working from an all-electric VW ID Buzz

Like most people, I’m intrigued by the idea of electric cars but not yet convinced it’s time to make the leap. I can name every Tesla model, a few pickups from Ford and Rivian, and that’s about it. But when Volkswagen announced the production model of the all-electric ID Buzz,...

May 26, 2023

Participation in Outdoor Activities Continues to Increase, Road Trips Preferred Summer Travel Method, According to Winnebago Industries Insights

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., May 26, 2023 -- As Americans make summer travel and recreation plans, they are increasingly looking to the outdoors and road trips to improve mental well-being and to combat the rising costs of flights, lodging and car rentals according to a new consumer survey from Winnebago Industries,...

May 26, 2023

Is an RV Downturn the Same Recession Signal as Before?

Right now, times are tough in the RV business. The biggest manufacturer, Thor Industries of Elkhart, Indiana, announced this week that its net sales for the quarter ended Jan. 31 were down 39% from the same period a year earlier. Earnings per share were down 90%, and the company downgraded...

May 25, 2023

Report: OEM’s Shipments Down 52% YOY Through April

One third of the way through 2023, RV shipments totaled 109,816 units, down 52% compared with the same period a year ago. According to data collected by the RV Industry Association, in April OEMs reported 31,216 units shipped, a 45.4% drop from the 57,192 shipped last April. RV Pro

May 24, 2023

Camping World Reviews Use of Capital as it Eyes Deals

Camping World Holdings Chief Executive Marcus Lemonis said the company is reviewing its capital-allocation strategy as the RV dealership acquisition landscape looks attractive. Lemonis said the retailer of recreational vehicles is committed to maintaining a competitive dividend. The company on Wednesday maintained its quarterly dividend of 62.5 cents a share,...

May 23, 2023

44 Million Americans Plan To Go RVing This Summer

A recent survey of America’s leisure travelers found that 44 million Americans are planning on going RVing this summer, including 12 million who plan to go RVing this Memorial Day weekend. Asked their reasons for considering RV travel, the respondents cited more flexible work schedules, a desire to travel more...

May 23, 2023

KOA Buys Billings Location, West Yellowstone Properties

Kampgrounds of Americs Inc. (KOA) has purchased three KOA properties – Billings KOA Holiday in Billings, Mont., and Yellowstone Park/West Gate KOA Holiday and Yellowstone Park/Mountainside KOA Holiday located near West Yellowstone, Mont. Billings KOA Holiday, opened in June of 1962, holds the designation as the first KOA campground among...

May 22, 2023

Canada’s Largest RV Dealer Group Moves into U.S.

Leisure Days RV Group, Canada’s largest RV dealership group by store count, acquired its first U.S. location after buying Wana Engine Center in Shipshewana, Indiana. With the purchase, Leisure Days RV Group has 34 RV stores in North America. Wana Engine Center owner Justin Miller will remain as the store’s...

May 22, 2023

Camping World Announces the Opening of Its 191st RV Dealership Located in Branson, Missouri

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.-- Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer today announced the opening of its Branson, Missouri RV dealership. Camping World Chairman and CEO Marcus Lemonis said, “The addition of this new location continues our rapid pace of growth, making this our 191st RV dealership. It’s our...