(Oct. 9, 2015) - The first interview this week is with Don Clark, the president and CEO of Grand Design Recreation Vehicles. The company just retailed its 10,000th RV and announced an expansion into a 67,000-square-foot facility in Middlebury, Ind., just to support pre-delivery inspections for dealers. After the firm rolled out a new lightweight travel trailer line in July, Grand Design will also launch another 40-acre expansion in 2016 devoted exclusively to production. Clark offers an update regarding the fast pace of activity at Grand Design. The second guest is Amir Harpaz, the CEO of Harp Development, which is based in Fort Myers, Fla. He was involved in the development of Cypress Woods RV Resort, and when it sold out, he developed Cypress Trail RV Resort. Harpaz talks about the changing demographics of RVers and why the luxury resorts are filling a need among the "glamping" oriented vacationers and full-time RVers.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - The RV Industry Association Board of Directors appointed an executive committee for fiscal year 2016 and appointed Bill Rogers, from Keystone Automotive Operations, to the board during a meeting Sept. 30 in Savannah, Ga.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Lightning RV Supply is bringing its annual trade show back to the Tampa Convention Center this year on Dec. 8. They will also be offering sales training seminars from some of the leading manufacturers Dec. 7 to registered LRV dealers.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - The mini school takes place Nov. 3, and is jointly offered by the RV Rental Association and the MBA RV Rental School. The extended session features experienced rental operators who will discuss how to make money in the rental market, how to choose a fleet, and how to overcome some of the most common obstacles.

FAIRFAX, Va. - A Partners in Progress meeting for EverGreen/Skyline/Lifestyle RV dealers takes place Nov. 3 during the RV Dealers International Convention and Expo in Las Vegas. This is a chance for retailers who sell these products to discuss important brand-specific issues with the manufacturers they represent, the release noted. Here's the current schedule for ...

(Oct. 9, 2015) - WFCO Electronics will be conducting training for the installation of its power products at the 2015 RV Dealers International Convention/Expo at Bally's Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nov. 2 - 6, where it will also exhibit new products at Booth 322.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Allied Specialty Vehicles (ASV) announced that Joyce Arnold has been promoted to aftermarket key account manager of ASV's RV division. Arnold will report to Jon Decker, aftermarket parts manager for ASV, and continues to be based in Decatur, Ind.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - "Canada's economy cranked out jobs for a third consecutive month in September following a six-month period of more volatile readings," said Desjardins. "The increases recorded in the first half of the year solidly outpaced the declines, resulting in the average monthly job gain running close to 16,000 during that period."

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Weather permitting, US Navy Three Star Admiral Admiral Kenny "Pink" Floyd will join Tents for Troops at the 2015 RVIA National RV Trade Show. The event will mark the first appearance at the National Trade Show for the organization, and Curry credits Newmar with making it possible.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Pacific Coachworks (PCW) a leading RV manufacturer of toy haulers, travel trailers, and fifth wheels will have its 2016 models on display at the 63rd Annual California RV Show in Pomona.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Almighty, a digital creative agency that specializes in building user-connected experiences for brands, is working closely with Flexsteel on its business-wide rebrand.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - For those who want to go camping with the family, but also want to sneak out and bike a bit of the enticing weave of scenic roads just outside camp. They can do both with the new Opus Moto trailer.

(Oct. 8, 2015) - Roadtrek Motorhomes is getting ready to showcase its newest product offerings at the California RV Show in Pomona, Calif., including the all new Zion SRT and their new EcoTrek lithium power modules.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - The official campground network of NASCAR has signed a four-year agreement with Southeast Publications that will give their partner campgrounds and resorts exclusive benefits when they align their property with the NASCAR Campground Network.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Lazydays is getting into the fall holiday spirit by rolling out a string of autumn-themed activities at the Lazydays RV Resort, including Halloween ghost tours, Oktoberfest parties and more.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - The Clay County, Fla., Fair Association has opened its new RV Park to the general public. A Oct. 1 formal ribbon cutting with fair board officials and others from the Clay County Chamber of Commerce officially dedicated the park, which is adjacent to the fairgrounds.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - During a Bulter County meeting in which county staff requested the revocation of the Conditional Use Permit, the owner of the RV facility, Robert Atkinson, requested time to rectify the problems.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Jackson County, Ore., has announced plans to build a $5 million, 92-space RV park immediately north of the county Expo grounds.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Oregon Caves superintendent Vicki Snitzler said that Cave Creek Campground, which would become the monument's first campground, should be open for next season.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - The Eiling Kramer Campground, in Battleford, Saskatchewan, is closed for the season, but a new service center shower house is being built to replace the one that visitors describe as clean but dated.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Dean Madison, owner of the Kennedy Space Center KOA campground in Mims, Fla., received a "Thank You" plaque from Brevard County Fire Chief Mark Schollmeyer and other members of his department on Thursday.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - The Ithaca, N.Y.-based 'glampground' is finishing its first full season of operation this October.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Four families were stranded at Santee State Park after severe flooding washed away the park's main access road leading to Lakeshore Campground.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Newmarket, Ontario, has relaxed its rules around RV parking allowing RVs to park in driveways for eight days per month.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - A North Liberty, Iowa, man admitted to having a meth lab in his camper when police were investigating another crime.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - A 52-year-old Alexander man has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison after being convicted of shooting his wife at Buffalo Point Campground on Sept. 8, 2014.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Crews have been searching for hours for two young boys missing from the Wolfe County, Ky., Campground, Koomer Ridge.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Lakeside Camp Park, on White Creek Avenue in Cedar Springs, Mich., recently held their second annual Cancer Awareness Day, and raised $2,774 for the VanAndel Institute.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Ted and Carol Everts have camped at Charlotte Motor Speedway for so long they feel like they're a part of its history. The 64-year-old retirees from Chambersburg, Pa., have had season tickets since 1985 and attended races at the track for several years before that.

(Oct. 9, 2015) - Carmen Dyar has started the Minglewood Traveling Trunk Show using a 1966 Airstream Overlander. It will be launched in Renner, S.D.