Camping and RV News and Press Releases
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February 17, 2022
‘Jellystone Park’ Signs 3 New Franchise Agreements
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, a family camping and entertainment brand, recently signed franchise agreements in Ohio, Maine and Illinois for new locations to open in 2022. Woodallscm
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February 16, 2022
44 National Parks Set Visitation Records in 2021; 297M Total
While some of the most well-known national parks again had record visitation in 2021, numbers across the entire National Park System remained below pre-pandemic totals. These findings were released today as the National Park Service published its official annual visitation statistics for 2021. Of 423 parks in the National Park System, just...
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February 15, 2022
Blue Water Adds Popular Virginia Campground to Portfolio
OCEAN CITY, Md., Jan. 13, 2022 -- Real estate developer and outdoor hospitality specialist Blue Water has recently expanded its partnership with Sun Outdoors with the acquisition of Tall Pines Harbor Campground in Temperanceville, Va., in November. This property, recognized as the ARVC National Park of the Year in 2018, features nearly 300 sites with a mixture of cabins,...
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February 15, 2022
ARVC Report Shows Growth, to Add 81,000 Sites in ‘22
The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) continues to highlight the growth of the outdoor hospitality industry, noting that more than 81,000 campsites are expected to be added over the next year, according to its 2021 Trends and Insights Report. Woodallscm
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February 15, 2022
Airstream has partnered with Supreme for a rather stylish travel trailer
Supreme has been reigning supreme with the most fantastic collaborations and stellar results. After giving us splendid objects to make our home superlative, the luxury streetwear brand is upping their already thriving game with a full-on Airstream single-axle 22″ travel trailer. Luxury Launches
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February 15, 2022
REI, Patagonia, and More Will Boycott if Outdoor Retailer Returns to Utah
Last fall, Spencer Cox, Utah’s governor, released a video practically begging Outdoor Retailer, by far the biggest industry trade show, to return to Salt Lake City. You may remember, OR left SLC a few years ago in response to Utah’s support for the shrinking of national monuments in the state....
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February 14, 2022
Outdoor Industry Leaders to Emerald Expositions: We Won’t Participate in a Utah Trade Show
BEND, Ore. (February 14, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - The Conservation Alliance, along with 24 outdoor industry companies, are urging Emerald Expositions (“Emerald”) not to move the industry’s Outdoor Retailer trade show to Utah, stating that they will not support or attend a trade show event in the state as long...
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February 14, 2022
Peak Toolworks Acquires Elkhart’s Tooling Concepts
Peak Toolworks has completed its acquisition of Tooling Concepts in Elkhart, Ind. The company said the acquisition will strengthen its presence in the Midwest while adding to Peak’s 12 locations across the U.S. and Canada. The addition of an Elkhart plant creates a new opportunity to serve Peak’s customers engaged...
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February 14, 2022
Swedish travel tech startup raises funding for campsite marketplace
Swedish startup company Acamp has raised €2.5 million for its travel tech platform dedicated to helping camping enthusiasts easily find amazing places to camp. The funding was led by Spintop Ventures, with participation from LRF Ventures as well as existing investor Centripetal Capital. Camping Trade World
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February 14, 2022
You Need to Start Booking Summer Campsites Now
It’s February, which means you better start reserving campsites for August now. We have a few tips for you. Outside Online
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February 14, 2022
Huge News in Camp Comfort: Mosquitos Are Attracted to Certain Colors
You probably know that mosquitoes are primarily attracted to the carbon dioxide we exhale. Or if you didn’t know that, well, that’s why the little buggers follow you around. We can’t smell it, but they can, as you sit there at camp, exhaling, basically emitting the mosquito version of the...
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February 13, 2022
Keystone RV units destroyed by fire
An estimated 12 to 16 RV units were destroyed in a fire just outside a Keystone RV plant in southeast Goshen early Sunday afternoon. Goshen Fire Department Assistant Chief Anthony Powell said that fire crews were out checking an alarm when the call for the fire came in. Yahoo News
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February 11, 2022
Feds Pledge $1.5B for State Outdoor Recreation Initiatives
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today (Feb. 11) announced a record $1.5 billion in annual funding through the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration (WSFR) Program to support state and local outdoor recreational opportunities, and wildlife and habitat conservation efforts. The WSFR Program contains two funding sources: the Sport Fish Restoration...
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February 9, 2022
Cummins’ Latest Acquisition Advances Zero Emissions Efforts
Cummins Inc. announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Jacobs Vehicle Systems (JVS), a subsidiary of Altra Industrial Motion Corp., and a supplier of engine braking, cylinder deactivation, start and stop and thermal management technologies. The agreement brings the addition of new technologies to provide growth opportunities for Cummins’ current and future...
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February 8, 2022
GM’s EV truck production plans will increase sixfold, report says
General Motors plans to increase production of electric trucks and Cadillac SUVs this year by more than six times the previously planned output. CEO Mary Barra told investors the automaker intended to accelerate EV production, aiming to deliver 400,000 EVs in North America during 2022 and 2023. Autonews
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February 7, 2022
Cummins to Buy Remaining Shares in Westport Venture
Cummins Inc. and Westport Fuel Systems Inc. have agreed to a share purchase agreement for the sale of Westport’s stake in the Cummins Westport Joint Venture with CMI continuing to operate the business as the sole owner. As part of the agreement, Cummins also will buy Westport’s interest in the JV’s...
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February 7, 2022
The XPro One Is A Rugged RV Inspired By Fighter Jets And Tanks
Xpedition Pro has taken the wraps off a rugged recreational vehicle known as the XPro One. Based on the Iveco Daily 4×4, the model is available in three wheelbases – 133.9, 148.8, and 164.4 inches (3400, 3780, and 4175 mm) – and features a rugged design that draws inspiration from...
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February 7, 2022
Blue Water Acquires Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ in Kentucky
OCEAN CITY, Md., Feb. 7, 2022 -- Blue Water, a Maryland-based firm specializing in the development and management of campgrounds, hotels, and attractions, recently acquired Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ at Mammoth Cave, in continuation of its partnership with the Jellystone Park™ brand. This property, located in Cave City, is Blue Water's first in Kentucky and its second Jellystone Park™ collaboration, after Yogi Bear's...
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February 5, 2022
Most innovative caravan products named for 2021
The winners of the annual European Innovation Award for the caravanning industry have been announced. The 2021 is the tenth edition of the awards, which sadly had to be announced via an online ceremony at CMT in Stuttgart, Germany with no guests in attendance due to the coronavirus pandemic. Camping Trade...
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February 4, 2022
U.S. Auto Prices Showing Signs of Peaking, Sellers Say
The record surge in U.S. auto prices – which helped drive inflation to a four-decade high – may finally be over, say two firms that sell cars online, according to an Automotive News report. Used-car prices, which have risen at an annual rate above 50% at times during the pandemic, went into reverse last month,...
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February 4, 2022
Why Rivian Wants to Patent a Wacky New Accessory for Its Electric Trucks
In the highly competitive electric vehicle wars, Rivian has some unusual ideas on how get ahead by tricking-out its trucks. In its strategy to capture attention in the small but highly competitive electric truck market--which includes competitors Ford, GM, and Tesla--Rivian has pitched itself as a brand for adventurers, using ambassadors like professional...
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February 4, 2022
Travel Resorts of America Acquires Five New Parks
Southern Pines, N.C.-based Travel Resorts of America, a membership-based campground operator, has acquired Rapid City, S.D.-based Midwest Outdoor Resorts, which operates five campgrounds in Minnesota and South Dakota. Travel Resorts of America offers members extensive amenities including indoor/outdoor swimming pools, miniature golf, hiking trails and scenic lakes and rivers. Woodallscm
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February 3, 2022
Maine Fly Company Sets Hook with Darby Communications
Yarmouth, ME -- Feb 3, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Maine Fly Company, manufacturer of small batch fly fishing rods, has retained Asheville, NC-based Darby Communications as its PR agency of record. Effective immediately, Darby Communications will work with Maine Fly Company to introduce their lineup of unique small batch and...
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February 3, 2022
Airstream’s New Electric Camping Trailer Is Even Cooler Than We First Thought
Last month, Airstream unveiled their new eStream camping trailer concept. It is a revolutionary electric camping trailer with an integrated motor that can propel itself to reduce strain on the tow vehicle and maneuver itself in low-speed situations without the tow vehicle's involvement (no more awkward backing in). Now, Airstream...
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February 3, 2022
Lazydays Holdings, Inc. Provides Preliminary Fourth Quarter Results
TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 3, 2022 -- Lazydays Holdings, Inc. ("Lazydays" or the "Company") (NasdaqCM: LAZY) provided preliminary results for the quarter ending December 31, 2021. It is important to note that results are preliminary and unaudited, and should be read in conjunction with the Company's quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter...