October 13, 2022

Startup Outdoorsy Passes $2 Billion in Transactions as RV Hype Grows

Recreational vehicle rental marketplace Outdoorsy Inc. reached a milestone in October of $2 billion in total bookings value since the startup was founded seven years ago. That’s double what it was 18 months ago, signaling that more people are taking vacations inspired by the #vanlife movement even as the pandemic fades. Bloomberg

October 12, 2022

Kampgrounds of America Named a Most Profitable Franchise of 2022

Kampgrounds of America (KOA) was named an award-winning franchise in Franchise Business Review’s 2022 report on the Most Profitable Franchises. Kampgrounds of America is one of only 50 franchises and the only outdoor hospitality company to be included on the list. RV-Pro

October 11, 2022

KOA Adds Rathburn, Cross to Executive Management Team

In separate announcements, Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) has hired Eric Rathburn as vice president of real estate development of the Owned and Operated Assets of KOA (OAK) and Emily Cross as in-house legal counsel as the company’s attorney. RV Business

October 10, 2022

Camping World Announces Strategic Appointment of SVP of Corporate Development and Investor Relations to Leadership Team

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced the appointment of Brett Andress to the role of SVP of Corporate Development and Investor Relations. Mr. Andress will be responsible for developing and enhancing corporate initiatives, along with management and communication to the investment community...

October 10, 2022

Paradise Campground Sold for $1.6 Million

The 124.8-acre commercial campground, 6940 Rochester Road, sold to Fireside Lake LLC of Mount Vernon, Ohio. The company incorporated as an LLC two months ago with K&C Agents LLC listed as statutory agent. K&C Agents, LLC is listed at the same address as the law firm of Kidwell & Cunningham...

October 7, 2022

Glamping Has Skyrocketed 310% in Last Decade

The report from Terramor Outdoor Resorts shows a dramatic increase in glamping interest and bookings over the last year, with nearly 17 million households taking a glamping trip in 2021, a 155% increase compared to 2019. RVBusiness

October 6, 2022

RVWA Leader of Tomorrow Award Finalists Named

The RV Women’s Alliance is presenting its first-ever Leader of Tomorrow Award during next week’s inaugural Educational Symposium. The RV Women’s Alliance Leader of Tomorrow Award recognizes women who are making a big impact on the RV industry during the beginning stages of her career. Promoting the achievements of the up and...

October 4, 2022

Boat, RV Fixtures Maker to Invest $7 Million to Establish North American Headquarters

A manufacturer of high-end furnishings for boats and recreational vehicles plans to establish a new North American headquarters and manufacturing facility in Western Michigan, state and company officials announced. Tecnoform, headquartered near Bologna, Italy, recently established a Technoform USA subsidiary to produce upscale RV fixtures. The company expects to invest...

October 4, 2022

Glamping Show USA Ready for Busy Week in Colorado

The Glamping Show USA kicked off Oct 4 with a full slate of educational sessions and over 100 vendors. The show is being held at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colo., and it will run through Wednesday. Woodallscm

September 29, 2022

Wolverine Campground could get 50 more campsites, $5M in new investment

The county is considering a $5-million investment in its Wolverine Campground in Richfield Township, money that would be used to demolish and replace restroom and shower buildings and to develop 50 new campsites. The county Board of Commissioners gave initial approval to awarding a construction contract for the job to...