December 6, 2022

What Campers Look For in an RV Campground (109 Things)

If you are interested in opening your own RV park or campground but need help knowing where to start, you are not alone. When opening an RV park, asking this question is a great place to start. By polling real RVers you can get a sense of what the majority...

December 6, 2022

Massachusetts creates Office of Outdoor Recreation

Massachusetts became the 18th state to establish an Office of Outdoor Recreation – drawing praise from Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) and bolstering the ability of the nation’s $862 billion outdoor recreation economy to grow even more. Boating Industry

December 6, 2022

Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association Wholesale Shipment Report into Canada 3rd Quarter and YTD ending September 2022

The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association reports that RV Wholesale Shipments into Canada for the 3rd Quarter ending September 30th, 2022 totaled 10,269 units compared to 14,245 in 2021, representing a decrease of 27.9% year over year. CRVA

December 6, 2022

Go RVing’s 2022 Experiential Events Deliver Over 125,000 RV Tours

Experiential events are a core part of Go RVing's strategy to expose diverse audiences to RVing and an active outdoor lifestyle in an unexpected setting. The events occur in a range of settings, including music and food festivals, outdoor competitions, state fairs, and sporting events and provide consumers with real-world...

December 6, 2022

Lippert Introduces New Bluetooth-Enabled Keyless RV Door Lock

Elkhart, Ind. – Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert™), a supplier of a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) in the recreation and transportation product markets, and the related aftermarkets of those industries, is proud to debut its Bluetooth RV door lock. The door lock is the latest...

December 6, 2022

GlampingHub.com is Sold to a New Investor Group

PARK CITY, Utah, Dec. 6, 2022  /CAMPING NEWSWIRE/ - GlampingHub.com, the leading high-end glamping online travel agency, was purchased by Glamping Hub International, Inc. on November 18, 2022. This new company was founded by CJ Wolf, a serial entrepreneur from the mobile game space, and David de la Parra, a...

December 5, 2022

Camping World Announces the Opening of RV Dealership in San Martin, CA

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.-- Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced the opening of a new RV Dealership at its existing San Martin, California location. Camping World Chairman and CEO Marcus Lemonis said, “The addition of this RV Sales location continues our rapid pace of growth...

December 1, 2022

Blue Compass RV Continues Expansion with Acquisition of B&R Camper Sales in Mobile, Alabama

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 1, 2022  -- Blue Compass RV today announced further expansion in the Southeast United States with the acquisition of B&R Camper Sales in Mobile, Alabama. Jon Ferrando, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and President of Blue Compass RV stated, "We are excited to continue our growth in 2022 with the addition...

November 30, 2022

November RV Shipments Down 50%

Results for the RV Industry Association’s November 2022 survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 24,445 units, a decrease of (-50.4%) compared to the record 49,285 units shipped in November 2021. Through November, RV shipments are down (-15.6%) compared to the same point last year...

November 30, 2022

Black Book: Colder Weather Brings Drop in Wholesale RV Values

The average sales prices for motor homes and towables sold at wholesale auctions declined last month. The drop off in motor home values from the month before looks quite dramatic, but when you consider the overall trend line for the past several months, it is consistent with the patterns that...

November 30, 2022

Under Canvas Announces Opening of New Location Near North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park

BOZEMAN, Mont., Nov 30, 2022  -- Today, Under Canvas , the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced its latest brand addition with the opening of its 11th camp, Under Canvas North Yellowstone - Paradise Valley, for its inaugural season on June 15, 2023. Located on 50 acres of spectacular Montana ranchland with expansive valley and mountain views,...

November 29, 2022

What Do California’s Zero-Emissions Goals Mean To The RV Industry?

California’s plans to prohibit the sale of new cars and trucks that emit carbon have gotten a lot of attention lately, but what’s most important for RVers to understand right now is that, in 2035, 12 years from now, these regulations will affect the vehicles that tow small travel trailers....

November 29, 2022

Inflation, Gas Prices Have Significantly Impacted Camping

Marked by fluctuating external factors, The KOA Monthly Research Report – November Edition uncovers that campers and leisure travelers’ plans changed significantly throughout 2022. At least 74% of campers made one or more adjustments to their travel plans, including 3-in-10 campers who camped more as they decreased other types of...

November 29, 2022

Pathfinder Reports Record Revenues in the Third Quarter 2022

Pathfinder Ventures Inc. (TSXV: RV) (OTCQB: RVRVF) (the "Company" or "Pathfinder.") reported today its financial and operating results for the three-month period (or "third quarter" or "Q3") ended September 30, 2022. Revenues increased by 19% to $1,402,325 in Q3 2022, compared to Q3 2021. Yahoo Finance

November 28, 2022

100% Pre Delivery Inspection for All Jayco Brands

The Jayco® Family of Companies has announced the opening of its newest Pre Delivery Inspection facility on the Jayco campus.  The building, on Southridge Blvd. in Middlebury, Indiana, is approximately 70,000 square feet and will accommodate four lines running simultaneously. RV Dealer News

November 28, 2022

Camping World Further Expands its Southern California Presence with the Acquisition of the RV Solutions Group

Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced an agreement to acquire RV Solutions Inc., a family-owned RV dealership group in San Diego, California. This transaction includes two RV Dealership locations, RV Solutions and Airstream of San Diego along with one standalone parts and service...

November 25, 2022

Outdoor recreation grows into $10B industry in Michigan

Outdoor recreation last year in Michigan grew into a booming $10.8 billion industry that employs nearly 10,000 people. Michigan’s outdoor economy increased by more than 15% from 2020 to 2021, an annual report from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis shows. The impact is greater now than...

November 22, 2022

October RV Shipments Down 43.7% Compared to 2021

Results for the RV Industry Association’s October 2022 survey of manufacturers determined that total RV shipments ended the month with 32,652 units, a decrease of (-43.7%) compared to the 57,971 units shipped in October 2021. Through October, RV shipments are down (-12.2%) compared to the same point last year with...

November 21, 2022

Camping World Announces Chief Operating Officer Tamara Ward to Retire after Nearly 34 Years with the Company and Promotion of Matthew Wagner

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., November 21, 2022 --Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) ("Camping World"), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced that Tamara Ward will retire from her position as Chief Operating Officer effective December 31, 2022. Matthew Wagner, Executive Vice President, will be promoted into the Chief Operating Officer role on January...

November 21, 2022

Hospitality Firm Buys Iconic Surf City Campground For $21M

Lanier’s Campground in Surf City recently changed hands in a $21 million deal with buyer TRG Resorts, an outdoor hospitality company based in Florida. TRG officials said they plan to modernize and improve the landmark property, now called The Inlet at Lanier Pointe RV Campground. Wilmington Biz

November 18, 2022

RV door expert Konrad Baur reports record sales

German RV and caravan door manufacturer Konrad Baur has reported that its sales for September and October 2022 were by far the highest in the history of the company. Founded in 2007, Konrad Baur has been on a steady growth journey and now produces more than 4,000 doors annually for...

November 17, 2022

Winnebago defends workplace safety after investigative series points to industry problems

A month after a newspaper investigation into rampant injuries at recreational vehicle factories, a Winnebago Industries executive is seeking to assuage concerns about workplace conditions. Chris West, the company's senior vice president of enterprise operations, said during a Winnebago Investor Day presentation on Tuesday that safety is "a cornerstone" principle...

November 17, 2022

Why Real Estate Investors Are Paying More Attention to RV Parks and Campgrounds

For years, RVs have been associated with retirees who spend their golden years traveling the country. But that’s changing, and real estate investors have noticed. Encouraged by these changes and seeking higher returns than those offered by traditional property types, these investors are putting more of their money toward RV...

November 17, 2022

You Can Visit Yosemite National Park Next Year Without a Reservation

Yosemite officials initially implemented a reservation system in 2020 as the pandemic drove record numbers of visitors to the park, and later renewed the program through 2021 and 2022 as crowds remained sizable. Other parks followed suit—Arches, Glacier, Zion Rocky Mountain, Shenandoah, and even Acadia requiring visitors to book their...

November 15, 2022

15 Million RVers Plan Holiday Travel in US; Another Indicator of the Outdoor Recreation Industry’s Enormous Economic Impact

RESTON, Va.-- A new survey of leisure travelers conducted by the RV Industry Association finds that 15.3 million Americans plan to travel in RVs between Thanksgiving and New Year’s this year. This represents 12% of the total number of leisure travelers intending to spend the holidays away from home, and the impact...