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Lazydays Tucson hiring for all positions

(Oct. 19, 2015) -- Lazydays is looking for hourly and flat-rate service technicians with signing bonus for RV tech experience; advisors and service support; management at all levels; sales positions; and parts and retail store positions.


General RV Center to hire 150 new employees

   (Oct. 13, 2015) - General RV Center is expanding its workforce by more than 10 percent for the fifth straight year, with plans to add up to 150 employees between its 11 locations and corporate headquarters.


Minnesota dealer seeks general manager

(Oct. 12, 2015) --Lake Region RVs is a 10-year old dealership specializing in the Class B and park model categories. We are a family-owned RV dealership that is completing our succession plans for the future. In doing so, it creates a unique position for the right candidate with tremendous opportunity.


Maine dealer looking for full-time tech

(Oct. 8, 2015) -- Scott's Recreation in Manchester, Maine, is looking to add a full time RV technician to its team. This is a year-round full time position with benefits. Previous RV experience would be a plus but not necessarily required.


North Trail RV Center seeks shop foreman, techs

(Oct. 2, 2015) -- North Trail RV Center in Fort Myers, Fla., seeks certified and master certified technicians to earn up to $45 per hour flat rate; as well as an experienced motorhome shop foreman to earn at least $100,000.


Escapees Club seeks show teams

(Sept. 22, 2015) -- If you love meeting people, are friendly, positive, and energetic, then we are looking for you to join the Escapees RV show team. The team will hand out Escapees literature, answer questions, and sign up new members at RV shows.


Dealer seeks seasonal technicians in Quartzsite, Ariz.

(Sept 20, 2015) -- RV Lifestyles Parts and Service, the only year-round RV dealership in Quartzsite, Ariz., is now hiring RV service technicians for the busy upcoming 2015/2016 winter season in Quartzsite. Experienced technicians only need apply.


Roadmaster seeks factory rep in Texas

(Sept. 15, 2015) -- Roadmaster, Inc. , a manufacturer of tow bars, braking systems and suspension solutions is seeking a full�-time, independent rep with STRONG canvassing and closing skills for the Texas territory.
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Podcast 72: Priority RV Network and Cricket Trailers

The Work Number curbs fraudulent loans

CareerCo offers RV dealership job descriptions

RV technicians earn certification

California RV Show sees attendance jump

Flexsteel reports first quarter results

Little Dealer Little Prices - big impact

Wide Path camper for a bike

Adam Koltookian becomes K-Z president

Hopkins appoints new VP of human resources

JVC appoints new training manager

Winnebago's Degnan says attitudes are positive

Heather Leach takes over PRVCA

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RV Industry News
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Podcast 72: Priority RV Network and Cricket Trailers
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Podcast 72 of RV Industry News starts with an interview with Mike Regan, the CEO of Crestview RV in Buda, Texas, and the chairman of the Priority RV Network. The network has grown considerably in recent years, and Regan talks about what is being done to better brand the network at the dealer level. Then Regan, who runs a Top 50 dealership, talks about the industry as a whole from the dealer's perspective. The second guest is Garrett Finney, the CEO of Cricket Trailers, which has developed a NASA-inspired trailer that crams a lot of living into a limited space. The company is marketing products to people who love to camp and love adventure, but are tired of sleeping on the ground.
The Work Number curbs fraudulent loans
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Having fast access to income and employment data enables auto dealers to close more sales by eliminating the risk of losing the deal because a customer was sent away from the showroom to collect proof of documentation and never seen again.
CareerCo offers RV dealership job descriptions
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - A new online portal offers dropdown menus of RV dealership-specific departments and dozens of positions, along with standard job descriptions, and the opportunity to customize a description to meet each dealership's unique needs.
RV technicians earn certification
(Oct. 20, 2015) - The Recreation Vehicle Service Technician Certification Board has announce Ben Karbowski, Chris Bell, Pam Neidlein, Heather O'Day and Bill Eggett at Greeneway RV Sales & Service, Wisconsin Rapids, have successfully qualified as Certified RV Technicians.
California RV Show sees attendance jump
2015 California RV Show
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Total attendance for the 10-day retail event increased by 6percent with 35,148 attendees this year compared to 33,269 attendees in 2014. The rise in attendance was particularly encouraging after the show's opening weekend was marred by scorching heat with temperatures hovering above 104 degrees.
Flexsteel reports first quarter results
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Flexsteel Industries reported record first quarter net sales and net income. Net sales increased 16.4 percent to $127 million and net income increased 18.1 percent to $5.8 million, or 4.6 percent of net sales.

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Little Dealer Little Prices - big impact
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - There is an 18,500 sq.ft. facility in its final stages of construction on Route 69 in Prescott Valley, Ariz. It is "Little Dealer Little Prices", an RV sales and service organization that is already doing big business in northern Arizona.
Wide Path camper for a bike
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Time to ditch your RV. The new best way to tour the country in comfort is with your bike and the Wide Path camper, Outside Online.
Adam Koltookian becomes K-Z president
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - As Aram takes the reins, I feel confident that he brings the right values, skills and clear vision to continue building K-Z and I know that our management team backs him 100 percent," said Zook. "I look forward to working with Aram on some very exciting projects that will benefit K-Z and our dealers."
Hopkins appoints new VP of human resources
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Hopkins Manufacturing today announced the addition of Richard O'Leary as vice president and chief human resources officer. He will lead and direct all human resource related activities for Hopkins at its eight locations around the world.
JVC appoints new training manager
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - With almost 15 years of industry experience, Ortiz will strengthen the company's staff of nationwide instructors and keep dealers and distributors up to date on the brand's latest products, features and programs.
Winnebago's Degnan says attitudes are positive
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - You know, we do have some constraints here and so we are somewhat limited in how many (motor homes) we can produce and ship, but they are working on plans to fix that," Degnan said. "But all in all, we still made over $41 million last year and feel pretty good about it."
Heather Leach takes over PRVCA
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(Oct. 19, 2015) - The Pennsylvania RV and Camping Association (PRVCA) announced today the appointment of Heather Leach as its new executive vice president, effective immediately. Leach will fill the vacancy left by the retirement of Rebecca Lenington.


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Campground News
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MCPS for Campgrounds to host free EMV webinar
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - The webinar, using the Join.me service, will be provided free to anyone who wishes to learn about the new EMV chip cards and the EMV terminals which are required by every merchant in the United States.
Gorin, Cohen create campground consulting group
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Both Cohen and Gorin agree that the park industry is growing in new directions in both the public and private sectors and that by joining forces they are able to serve more clients throughout the United States. The firm expects to announce shortly several additional consultants who will become associated with the group.
REAP funds awarded to city campground
(Oct. 20, 2015) - The City of Emmetsburg received some great news Thursday morning when the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Natural Resources Commission awarded $75,000 to the city for it's campground project.
Westview RV Park sells for $1 million
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Park Brokerage has sold Westview Mobile Home and RV Park, located in Glendale, Ariz., for the price of $1,000,000 on Oct. 13.
Cruise Inn adds to support staff
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Cruise Inn has bolstered its member support staff with the additions of Technology and Training Manager Diana Spezman; Operations and Service Manager Marshall Spezman; Member Care Coordinator Kimberly Beaule; and Third Party Distribution Specialist Leila Amorim.
Water at Pauma Valley RV Park tainted
(Oct. 20, 2015) - The County of San Diego, Calif., Department of Environmental Health has issued a boil water order and public notification for the Oak Knoll Village in Pauma Valley.
Tree-cutting to resume at campground
(Oct. 20, 2015) - After complaints from two nearby residents and a call from County Council member Roger Berliner temporarily halted tree-cutting operations Friday at a Potomac campground, in Maryland, the National Park Service said it plans to resume the tree-cutting and will probably do so in the next few days.
Campground hosts paintball group
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Grand Falls-Windsor recently approved a request for use of the land at Red Cliff Rocks Campground by a paintball group.
San Juan forest officials propose cutbacks
(Oct. 20, 2015) - The San Juan National Forest, in Colorado, Service's recreational budget has declined 50 percent over the past decade, and that's caused the agency to make tough decisions on what's worth saving.
'Seasonal' campground hard to define
(Oct. 20, 2015) - At the meeting on Sept. 21 of this year a letter was brought to Central Huron, Ontario, council's attention that claimed Pine Lake Campground was being used as a year-round residence for a portion of the people living there.
Road closed for campground repairs
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Hyalite Road, just beyond Langohr Campground, in Bozeman, Mont., needs to be excavated to repair a spring development which provides drinking water to the campground.
McPeek's Mighty Maze draws big crowds
(Oct. 20, 2015) - McPeek's Mighty Maze, located at the Colonial Campground and RV Park in Coshocton, Ohio, has attracted visitors from across the county and state during its first fall in operation.
Six Rivers tries to prevent root disease
(Oct. 20, 2015) - To prevent the spread of root disease among Port Orford cedars along the Pacific Coast, the Six Rivers National Forest is closing close to 40 forest roads and a couple of campgrounds for the remainder of the rainy season.

RV Owner News
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Fulltime Families sets date for west coast rally
Fulltime Families 2016 west coast rally
(Oct. 20, 2015) - The event takes place Jan. 7 to 10 at Sweetwater Regional Park in Bonita, Calif. The rally is designed for families with school-age children and younger who are either fulltime RVing now or would like to explore the lifestyle.
Xscapers complete first-ever convergence
Xscapers convergence Oct 2015
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Xscapers has taken a unique approach to their convergences, and when people attend them they will find a more relaxed atmosphere that helps balance a work life while also providing educational and fun activities.
Keystone RV recall for insufficient weld
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Keystone RV Company is recalling certain model year 2016 Retreat recreational trailers, manufactured July 13 to Sept. 24, and model year 2016 Residence recreational trailers manufactured April 2 to Sept. 2.
Tiffin Motorhomes recall for exhaust pipe
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Phaeton motorhomes with floor plans QBH, QKH, and QTH manufactured July 1, 2010, to Aug. 1, 2011.
Winnebago recall for propane hose issues
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Winnebago Industries is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Winnebago Era, Travato, View, Trend, Via, Journey, and Tour motorhomes and Itasca Navion, Viva, Reyo, Meridian, and Elipse motorhomes manufactured June 26, 2012, to Aug. 26.
County establishing RV storage categories
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Red Deer County, Alberta, councilors have given first reading to an amendment to the land use bylaw establishing two separate categories for RV storage.
Outdoor Adventure Show launches in Montr�al
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Canada's consumer event for passionate outdoor enthusiasts, The Outdoor Adventure Show, makes its debut in Montr�al!
Sentencing date set in robbery, assault case
(Oct. 20, 2015) - A federal judge has set a sentencing date for the two men who pleaded guilty to the robbery and assault of a local teacher at a Henry County, Ala., campground.
Citizen assists in recovery of stolen campers
(Oct. 20, 2015) - Following a search warrant, a bumper-pull camper and a pop-up camper were recovered, along with three stolen pickups in Sulpher Springs, Tex.
Escapees plan Quartzsite happy hour
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(Oct. 20, 2015) - Members of Escapees Club are invited to Quartzsite, Ariz., for the 10th annual Escapees Happy Hour Jan. 13 and 14 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. People are encouraged to bring their own chairs and a snack to share.
Woman steals pickup, damages camper
(Oct. 20, 2015) - A 19-year-old woman was in court Monday on suspicion of attempting to steal a pickup and backing it into a trailer, a camper and a garage door, damaging the property in Billings, Mont.

Parkmyvan.com compares RV hires, parks
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(Oct. 19, 2015) - PMV touts themselves as the "Webjet of RVs" comparing all RV hire and RV park accommodation listings across Australia. This wealth of information creates a 'one stop shop' for vanners hitting the road down under.
Glamp it up this autumn
(Oct. 19, 2015) - Coastal cabins, a shepherd's hut and a Highland pod are just some of the designer options available for glamping in the United Kingdom.


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