April 15, 2022

The Quietest Parks in the U.S.

Similar to the International Dark-Sky Association’s efforts to protect and preserve the night skies from light pollution, Quiet Parks status helps protect places largely lacking noise pollution. In 2019, QPI gave the first Quiet Park award to the Zabalo River in the Ecuadorean Amazon rainforest, home of the Cofán people. Since then,...

April 14, 2022

Camping World Expands into RV, Marine Furniture Business

Lincolnshire, Ill.-based Camping World Holdings Inc. (CWHI) has entered the RV and marine furniture business sectors with its Allure and other acquired legacy brands that are supplying both OEMs and dealers direct and available to consumers via the company’s network of Camping World outlets across the U.S. RVBusiness

April 13, 2022

The Top 15 Amenities You’ll Find in a Luxury RV

Curious about why so many people are obsessed with luxury travel trailers? Read on to discover the top 15 amenities that you will find in a luxury RV. Intelligent Living

April 13, 2022

Margaritaville Announces Strategic Investment by Rockpoint

Margaritaville Enterprises LLC ("Margaritaville") today announced it has partnered with Boston-based private equity real estate firm Rockpoint, through a common equity investment by affiliates of Rockpoint in the company, as part of a recapitalization of certain minority investors. The strategic partnership aligns Margaritaville’s asset-light, lifestyle brand platform with Rockpoint’s fundamental...

April 13, 2022

Roamly Launches Global Travel Insurance Product

AUSTIN, Texas, April 13, 2022 -- The concept of traveling internationally again became even more appealing today as Roamly, the first embedded insurtech for travel enthusiasts with unique RV insurance offerings, announced the launch of its Global Travel Insurance product. Designed with international travelers in mind — those traveling from Europe to the U.S. and vice versa — this...

April 12, 2022

Dine, Work and Play with the New Helinox Café Chair and Café Table

BERKELEY, Calif. - April 12, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ -  Helinox, the brand that created the category of lightweight, portable furniture, today introduces the Café Chair and Café Table, a new set of products that demonstrate the brand’s dedication to innovative, packable furniture that enhances the outdoor experience. Providing a comfortable,...

April 12, 2022

Luxury RV resort, cabins, waterpark, restaurant in the works for Ouachita Parish

Private investors are bringing a $15 million dollar luxury RV resort to Camp Road just outside West Monroe. Officials say it will have a lazy river, water slides, a splash pad, a kid pool, and an area for the adults. Knoe

April 12, 2022

A $2 million renovation will transform the former Gander Outdoors in Howard into a Camping World | Streetwise

First it was Gander Mountain, then Gander Outdoors. Now the retail space at 2323 Woodman Drive will soon become a Camping World retail outlet. The Howard Gander Mountain location closed in August of 2017 after the business declared bankruptcy. Camping World Holdings purchased Gander Mountain's assets and began re-opening stores,...

April 12, 2022

Big Rig Media Continues To Expand Multi-park RV Property Owner Portfolio

LA QUINTA, Calif. (April 12, 2022) – Big Rig Media, the recognized leader in providing high-growth modern marketing solutions to the outdoor hospitality industry and specializing in RV parks and resorts, continues to grow its multi-property client roster now working with over 30 multi-property RV resort owners who represent a combined...

April 11, 2022

Ruffwear Launches New 2022 Spring Collection

BEND, OR (April 11, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Ruffwear, the leading manufacturer of performance dog gear built to inspire dog and human connections outdoors, is excited to launch two new collections for Spring 2022. The Camp & Hike and Backpacking Collections offer gear that provides durability for camp life and...

April 11, 2022

American Coach Extends Partnership with Four-Time Indy 500 Champ

Hélio Castroneves, the race car driver and fan favorite who won his fourth Indy 500 championship last year, is continuing his partnership with American Coach. RV Pro

April 11, 2022

Don’t Call it ‘Kamping’: K.O.A. Goes After the Luxury Market

The well-known network of budget-focused campgrounds has introduced a new brand to focus on glampers. The company’s head explains the move. NY Times (paywall)

April 8, 2022

Colliers Facilitates Sale of Splash Magic Campground

Guardian LLC, doing business as Rjourney, a family investment company that is building a portfolio of distinctive RV parks and campgrounds nationwide, has purchased Splash Magic Campground for an undisclosed price. The family-friendly campground, located on 46 acres in Northumberland, Pa., sits on the Susquehanna River in the Susquehanna River Valley, according...

April 7, 2022

Colorado entrepreneur sparks adventure with safe, portable campfire box

Camping season is around the corner, and a Colorado startup is building an essential piece of equipment to make a campfire in a safe, sustainable way. You're In Good Company with LavaBox. The Denver Channel

April 7, 2022

Eddie Bauer and Cabana Partner to offer Adventure Rentals

BELLEVUE, Wash., April 7, 2022/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Iconic outdoor brand, Eddie Bauer and travel-tech startup, Cabana today announce a partnership which will offer a new way to explore the Pacific Northwest in exceptional comfort. Through the partnership, the Seattle-based brands will offer adventure vans and rental gear to adventure enthusiasts. The collaboration...

April 6, 2022

Moon Unit Is an RV Addition To Extend Your Glamping Abilities and Be One With Nature

Christian Curmei looks into a range of camping gear been dubbed as the "Moon Unit." One of the beautiful things behind this trinket is that it’s suitable for a range of vehicles and all it does is provide an extra outside living space to your camper, van, or SUV. It’s...

April 6, 2022

Tiffin Motorhomes to Feature KING Extend Pro Cell Boosters

Tiffin Motorhomes, a division of THOR Industries, has chosen KING to supply its cell phone boosters for the Alabama-based manufacturer’s upcoming 2023 models. RV Business

April 5, 2022

Cummins Gets $20M in Tax Breaks for Facility Expansion

The Seymour, Ind., City Council approved three tax abatements for Cummins that have an estimated $20.4 million worth of investments to promote development in the community. According to Cummins’ statement of benefits, the company plans on investing $19.4 million toward equipment and machinery. This includes $11.2 million for manufacturing equipment for an...

April 5, 2022

Nocs Provisions Introduces Pro Issue Waterproof Binoculars

ALPINE MEADOWS, Calif. - April 5, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Nocs Provisions (https://www.nocsprovisions.com), maker of durable, adventure-ready outdoor binoculars and monoculars, is proud to introduce the new Pro Issue Waterproof Binoculars, the latest in the brand’s growing line of products designed to open to the door to new outdoor experiences. Available...

April 5, 2022

Recreational Realty Continues Rapid Growth With Expansion Into Florida

Recreational Realty LLC (the “Company”), a leading owner, operator, and developer of specialized recreational vehicle and marine storage facilities, today announced its expansion into Florida with the acquisition of 11 premier recreational storage facilities. These transactions are expected to close within several weeks, subject to customary closing considerations. Toy Storage Nation

April 4, 2022

Thor Boosting Electrification Focus

Thor Industries Inc. is moving forward with its eMobility strategy by doubling down on electrification of recreational vehicles. The RV manufacturer in January unveiled the strategy along with its electric motorhome and travel trailer concepts at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow. Inside Indiana Business

April 4, 2022

KOA Sold to Investor for $15M

An out-of-town investor paid $15 million for the KOA Holiday Campground on Baldwin County 99 in Lillian, according to Tim Herrington of Herrington Realty, who handled the transaction. The 20-acre site includes frontage on Perdido Bay. The new owner plans to upgrade the current facilities and expand the park with...

April 4, 2022

Lippert acquires Girard Systems and Girard Products

Lippert has announced the acquisition of Girard Systems and Girard Products, a well-known RV industry supplier of awnings and tankless water heaters. The deal was completed via LCI Industries’ subsidiary firm Lippert Components Manufacturing. Camping Trade World

April 4, 2022

Solo Stove Names Purple Orange Digital Communications as PR Agency of Record

Grapevine, TX  (April 4, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Solo Stove, designers of beautiful, easy-to-use fire pits and camp stoves, announced Purple Orange Digital Communications as the company’s new Public Relations Agency of Record. Purple Orange agency, based out of Jackson Hole, WY, will oversee all media communications for the brand,...

April 3, 2022

Police: McMinnville RV shop owner defrauds consignors out of $800K

The owner of Mac RV Sales in McMinnville was arrested Saturday after police said an investigation revealed he and his business never compensated dozens of owners selling their vehicles through his shop. According to the McMinnville Police Department, between May 2019 and April 2021, Ruben Dominic Bernt and his consignment...