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First Issue of Camping World’s RV Mag Due Out in Jan.
Camping World discontinued Trailer Life and Motorhome magazines in September, officially “sunsetting” these long-time consumer publications in favor of a new monthly print magazine scheduled for release in January. While editorial content for the now-shuttered Trailer...Florida’s Tampa Show is a Go, Industry Day is Canceled
While the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) Board of Directors voted to cancel Industry Day at the 2021 Florida RV SuperShow set for next month, the five public days of the show will still take place as scheduled Jan. 13-17 at the Florida State Fairgrounds in...Fire Threat Continues, Calif. Issues Red Flag Warnings
Officials have issued red flag warnings for parts of southern and central California as the state’s wildfire threat continues, according to FOX News. A red flag warning is issued for weather events that “may result in extreme fire behavior that will occur within 24...Developers Want to Change, Add 130-Site Park to Plan
More than a decade ago, two California development companies proposed a “destination resort” along Washington’s Spokane River with three hotels, a convenience store and two restaurants near the Washington and Idaho border, according to The Spokesman-Review....B.C. Investment Firm Acquires Parks, Expanding Brand
Pacific Frontier Investments Inc. has announced that it has closed two acquisitions of campgrounds and RV parks as part of its plan to create a chain of modern-day family holiday parks known as Pathfinder Camp Resorts, according to a press release. PFI has added two...
Ala., Fla. Groups Report Positive Winter Season Update
Editor’s note: The following message was sent to members of the Florida Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds and the Alabama Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds late on Friday (Dec. 4). Almost all indicators and reports are pointing to a very good winter...Proposed 50-Site Hawaii Glamping Park Moves Ahead
The Princeville (Hawaii) homeowners association on Friday (Dec. 4) sought resident reaction to a controversial proposal by Starwood Capital Group, owner of the former Princeville Resort and two nearby golf courses, to build a 50-unit, luxury camping resort on what is...Calif. State Park Campgrounds Close In Shutdown Areas
California State Parks announced on Sunday (Dec. 6) that state campsites in regions impacted by California’s Regional Stay at Home Order triggered by Intensive Care Unit (ICU) capacity will temporarily close, according to the Paso Robles Daily News. Day use outdoor...Digital Marketing Strategies: Pack Your Park in 2021
Editor’s note: Jeff Beyer is CEO of Big Rig Media, a leading expert in developing comprehensive and integrated branding, website development and digital marketing platforms. Founded in 2000, the company has focused on retaining dedicated team members in each of the...OIA Dir. Chats about Trade Group’s New Business Model
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an excerpt of a report by SNEWS, a trade media outfit that covers the outdoor retail industry. If you want to get to know Lise Aangeenbrug, OIA’s executive director who stepped up to lead the organization this March,...‘Getaway Couple’: Over 100 Epic Camping Gift Ideas
EDITOR’S NOTE: Rae and Jason Miller, RVers since 2017, are the creators of the Getaway Couple found on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube. The couple created a video (above) of their Top 20 gifts for RVers and campers this holiday...
