Camping Continues Strong as Vacation Choice in Tough Economic Times
from The Patriot-News
 Campground and RV park occupancies and revenues have largely kept pace with 2008 figures, despite the recession. “Private parks have performed well in this economy because they are the most affordable vacation option, they increasingly offer fun family activities, and they are located in the most sought after destinations in the country,” said Linda Profaizer, president and CEO of the NARVPC, which represents commercially owned parks nationwide.
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| Campground Profile: The Bluegrass Music RV Park, Franklin, Ky.  The Bluegrass Music RV Park (formerly Franklin KOA) is now under new ownership and management. Nestled in the beautiful Kentucky hills you will find a relaxing atmosphere. The Bluegrass Music RV Park was originally constructed in 1994. It was operated as the Franklin KOA until the original owner passed away. In 2008, the park was purchased and renovated. Their mission is to provide a clean, relaxing, and enjoyable camping experience while honoring the Lord Jesus Christ.
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RV Park Rate Increase Suggested
from Waynesville Daily Guide
Visitors to Waynesville’s RV park in Missouri could see a rate increase as the city plans to wrap up renovations after flood damages. City Administrator Bruce Harrill said the estimated renovation cost is $85,000 and the Federal Emergency Management Agency will reimburse the city for $50,780 to bring the park to where it was before the flooding.
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'Green Standard' Good for the Environment, Bottom Line
from RV Business
Green business has become good business. And that is especially true for the RV and park model industries, says Tom Arnold, president of TRA Certification Inc. "RVers represent a customer-base that is particularly attuned to environmental concerns. That includes a growing awareness of the many ways in which we, and the products we buy, can impact our environment," he said.
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RV Sales Rise After Two-year Slump
from WMTW-TV
Economists are getting an encouraging sign that the economy is starting to turn around. According to the Recreational Vehicle Association, for the first time in nearly two years, RV sales are increasing nationwide. Industry experts attribute the rebound to an improving credit market and lower gas prices. As obscure a measurement as RV sales may appear, economists said they're among some of the largest discretionary purchases people can make.
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RV Test: 2009 Roadtrek SS-Agile
from Camping Life Magazine
Diesel has caught on big-time in smaller coaches with the U.S. arrival a few years ago of the Sprinter van distributed by Dodge and Freightliner. Powered by the Mercedes Benz 3.0L, V-6 turbodiesel, the Sprinter is showing the U.S. that small-displacement diesels ARE an economical option to power any vehicle and still meet ever more strict emission laws. More
RV Takes Maintenance, but Becomes Site of Great Tailgate Parties
from Columbia Missourian
About 15 people stand on top of an RV, taking in the overhead view of the tailgate scene before a Missouri football game. Next to them is a flag pole with two black-and-gold flags, one with a gold Missouri “M” and another with the Missouri Tiger logo. About a hundred more people tailgate in tents nearby. Loud music plays. Tables of food and coolers abound. Reichert and Fairchild are among a group of eight friends who bought the RV to improve a tailgate that had been previously been hosted out of the back of a few pickup trucks.
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U.S. National Parks Endangered by Climate Change
from The Christian Science Monitor
Two environmental groups met recently pointing to 25 jewels of the National Park System as examples of how climate change poses an immediate threat to America’s recreational, historical, and scenic gems. In a report titled “National Parks in Peril,” the Natural Resources Defense Council and the Rocky Mountain Climate Organization say that some national parks may simply disappear in part or whole (due to sea level rise) if the emissions of greenhouse gases are not reduced significantly in future years.
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New Report Examines Camping Trends
from RV News Magazine
As budget-minded Americans return in droves to the outdoors this summer, The Outdoor Foundation, in partnership with The Coleman Company, Inc., released the Special Report on Camping -- a new research report detailing important information and trends on car, backyard and RV campers in the U.S. Among other findings, the report reveals a sizable 7.4 percent increase in car and backyard camping in 2008.
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Passport America Store - Now Online
Passport America is proud to announce the grand opening of the Passport America Store. Please visit the new Passport America Store, and receive a FREE "I love RVing" t-shirt with a purchase of $50 or more. |
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