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Elk Ridge survival kits ensure RVers are prepared
(March 4, 2016) - Great for hikers, adventurers and campers, the Elk Ridge Series of survival kits come in an orange, black or green waterproof zippered pouch and contain 24 tools for catching fish, lighting a fire and navigation.
New Q-series hitch tops Curt fifth wheel line
(March 2, 2016) - Curt Manufacturing has achieved the perfect combination of weight capacity and quiet towing in its new Q25 fifth wheel hitch, a release from the company stated.
Optronics debuts LED stop, tail, turn, backup lamp
(Feb. 24, 2016) - The new Fusion lamp is 25 percent smaller and includes new, optimized, circuitry that hosts both red and white LEDs on a single board, and a patent-pending optical design.
Mirror Bright launches Mirror Bright Wheel Cleaner
(Feb. 17, 2016) - Mirror Bright by Meguiar's today launched Mirror Bright Wheel Cleaner, a new, go-to solution for car guys who are looking for a product that is reliable and safe for all types of wheel surfaces, a release from the group stated.
PulseTech debuts Plug-and-Charge solar charger maintainer
(Feb. 15, 2016) - Fleet managers and sales dealers for buses, trucks, heavy construction equipment as well as RV owners can eliminate jump starts and extend battery life with the new SP-5 OTR Solar Charger Maintainer-a new five Watt system that utilizes a temporary plug-in instead of a permanent, more complicated installation.
Shurhold introduces Serious Shine
(Feb. 10, 2016) - Shurhold has introduced its new Serious Shine product, which makes short work of maintenance by cleaning, polishing and protecting in one step, a release from the company stated.
Huggins release new book targeting new RVers
(Feb. 9, 2016) - "We have put down as much of our experience and knowledge as we can remember, along with research and materials from others, to give people a glimpse at the awesome lifestyle that awaits them when they use an RV," said John Huggins.
Air Lift reengineers Loadlifter 5000 kits
(Feb. 1, 2016) - Air Lift Company has reengineered its heavy-duty LoadLifter 5000 and LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring kits to support and protect late model Ford F-250 and F-350 pickup trucks. The redesigned heavy-duty air spring kits feature a new lower bracket assembly to make them quicker and easier to install, a release from the company stated.
Roadmaster introduces 'all-in-one' wiring kits
(Jan. 26, 2016) - The kits use a system of diodes to allow the towed vehicle to accept the motorhome's taillight, brake light and turn signals while preventing electrical feedback and the damage it can cause to both vehicles' electronics.
Winegard's new Carryout G2+ now available
(Jan. 26, 2016) - Winegard has announced the Carryout G2+. It's an automatic satellite TV antenna perfect for on-the-move RVers, a release from the organization stated. The Carryout G2+ is available now.
King offers portable satellite antenna carry bag
(Jan. 26, 2016) - The King portable satellite antenna carry bag protects and stores a King Tailgater or Quest antenna when not in use.
Winegard launches RoadTrip T4 in-motion satellite dish
(Jan. 20, 2016) - The roof mounted antenna, which lets families enjoy live TV while traveling down the road, works with DISH, DIRECTV and Bell TV programming.
BOLT trailer hitch padlock uses car key to unlock
(Jan. 20, 2016) - "Because the Padlock uses a vehicle's ignition key, it saves users valuable time by ensuring they'll never get to their destination and not be able to unlock and use their gear," said Garcia.
Meguiar debuts Mirror Bright detailing spray
(Jan. 19, 2016) - Mirror Bright by Meguiar's introduces Mirror Bright Detailing Spray, a new product within a recently launched line of automobile appearance care products developed to meet the needs of both seasoned and next generation car people, a release from the organization stated.




 
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OPINION: Campgrounds are being impacted by ADA lawsuits
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(March 11, 2016) - A single plaintiff has filed suit against a number of Arizona RV parks in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona and has chosen an attorney whose sole line of litigation is the Americans with Disabilities Act. This plaintiff has apparently filed similar lawsuits against 44 other establishments. Is your campground next?



Campground owners invited to event in Colorado
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(March 11, 2016) - The event March 19 and 20 is open to campground leaders and prospective owners from around the country. It will feature a variety of discussions and presentations regarding operations and management, as well as an expo. Membership in CCLOA is not required to participate.




OPINION: Campgrounds are being impacted by ADA lawsuits
Guest blogger
(March 11, 2016) - A single plaintiff has filed suit against a number of Arizona RV parks in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona and has chosen an attorney whose sole line of litigation is the Americans with Disabilities Act. This plaintiff has apparently filed similar lawsuits against 44 other establishments. Is your campground next?
 


Two dead after murder-suicide at Cummins plant

Thor Motor Coach: Redefining luxury in Class C motorhomes

Sunridge RV seeks creditor protection

Arrow partners with Truck System Technologies

Why new roundabouts pushed one business to move

Camco launches dealer portal

Campers Inn opens new store in Myrtle Beach

Nate Nickell joins CrossRoads as general manager

Mike Thompson RV parts, service department wins award

Thor announced record results for second quarter

Southern RV grand opening in McDonough, Ga.

Keystone Cougar top selling fifth wheel in 2015

Lazydays RV partners with music festival as RV sponsor

Brent Froman joins K-Z as product manager

RELiON Battery, Progressive Dynamics innovate RV power

Fun Town RV expands into Oklahoma

Camping World holds open house in St. George

MyTaskit teams up with Dometic

Jayco towable/motorized divisions perform above industry

Keystone Sprinter now features Plug 'N Play solar prep

Escapees supports HUD RV definition, with exceptions

Indiana approves $42 million in aid to Elkhart area

Route 8 driver killed after windshield smashed by tire

 
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Two dead after murder-suicide at Cummins plant
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(March 10, 2016) - Police said two people are dead after a murder-suicide in Seymour, Ind., Thursday morning at the Cummins Seymour Engine Plant.
Thor Motor Coach: Redefining luxury in Class C motorhomes
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(March 8, 2016) - Thor Motor Coach is redefining luxury in Class C motorhomes with the new Quantum on the Ford E-450 chassis and the Super C line-up under Four Winds and Chateau, which are produced on the Ford F-550 chassis, a release from the company stated.
Sunridge RV seeks creditor protection
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(March 7, 2016) - The Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC) has become aware that one of its licensees, Sunridge RV, has sought protection from its creditors by filing a Notice of Intention to Make a Proposal under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
Arrow partners with Truck System Technologies
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(March 7, 2016) - "TST systems are high quality and designed for RVs and the trucking industry. TST systems have very high review ratings and are known in the industry as one of the best available," said Mullin.
Why new roundabouts pushed one business to move
(March 8, 2016) - Cunningham Campers Inc. last week received approval from the Clarksville Plan Commission to construct a nearly 30,000-square-foot sales, service and parts warehousing center on 19.5 acres near the Walmart Supercenter off Interstate 65. The new location will have a sales office and multiple service bays.
Camco launches dealer portal
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(March 9, 2016) - The dealer portal also includes an array of features that allow dealers to keep up with Camco's monthly 20 off 20 and signature items, manage multiple accounts, and save items in a shopping cart until they are ready to order.


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Campers Inn opens new store in Myrtle Beach
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(March 9, 2016) - The Myrtle Beach store will serve as Campers Inn RV's 15th dealership, and it will open in time for the 2016 summer season. The company will also be opening a dealership near Raleigh, N.C.
Nate Nickell joins CrossRoads as general manager
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(March 10, 2016) - Seventeen-year industry veteran Nate Nickell has joined CrossRoads RV as general manager for the Sunset Trail and Cruiser brands. Nickell, who entered the industry in 1999, has held various management positions at some of the leading manufacturers including CrossRoads several years ago.
Mike Thompson RV parts, service department wins award
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(March 9, 2016) - Mike Thompson RV Superstores ranked number one in California for the number of RV's sold, is also home to top award winning parts and service departments. Not only have they been named Dealer of the Year by Carnamah - Go Power, but continue to be recognized for multiple other top achievements in their industry.
Thor announced record results for second quarter
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(March 8, 2016) - Thor Industries today announced net income from continuing operations of $45.2 million, or $0.86 per share, on revenues of $975.1 million for the second quarter ended Jan. 31. Net income from continuing operations increased 49% on sales growth of 14% when compared with the second quarter of last year.
Southern RV grand opening in McDonough, Ga.
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(March 7, 2016) - Since 1980, Southern RV has served the metropolitan Atlanta area and the recently opened location on I-75 in McDonough puts Southern RV at the forefront of RV sales, service, parts and accessories in the region, a release from the group stated. There will be a grand opening at 324 Industrial Blvd on March 12.
Keystone Cougar top selling fifth wheel in 2015
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(March 9, 2016) - Keystone RV company's Cougar line has earned the title of No. 1 selling fifth wheel of 2015, according to Statistical Surveys, Inc, of Grand Rapids, Mich. Cougar has been the No. 1 retailing fifth wheel across all price categories four years in a row, and the No. 1 selling mid-profile fifth wheel for 15 consecutive years.
Lazydays RV partners with music festival as RV sponsor
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(March 10, 2016) - Lazydays, The RV Authority and world's largest RV dealership, has partnered with the Runaway Country Music Festival for their 6th annual multi-day concert event. Billed as the largest gathering of country music stars in Florida, the three-day festival will take place March 18-20, at the Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Fla.


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Brent Froman joins K-Z as product manager
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(March 8, 2016) - Brent Froman has joined K.Z., Inc., as a product manager for the company's MXT, Sportsmen, Spree and Vision product lines. As such, Froman will have responsibility for product development and core K-Z product sales efforts.
RELiON Battery, Progressive Dynamics innovate RV power
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(March 7, 2016) - RELiON Battery has joined forces with battery converter charger manufacturer, Progessive Dynamics and player in recreational vehicle production, Forest River, to change the way recreational vehicles are powered in the new Forest River Forester/Sunseeker Ford Transit series of RVs.
Camping World holds open house in St. George
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(March 10, 2016) - Camping World will host its fourth anniversary open house at its location at 1500 Hilton Dr. in St. George, Utah. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on March 25 and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 26.
Fun Town RV expands into Oklahoma
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(March 11, 2016) - Fun Town RV is opening their sixth location, and the first one outside of the state of Texas. Fun Town RV Oklahoma is located in Purcell, Okla., and the dealership is situated right on I-35.
MyTaskit teams up with Dometic
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(March 7, 2016) - MyTaskit, a provider of SaaS-based solutions for connecting service professionals to their technicians and customers, announced that it has teamed up with Dometic to offer its clients the latest digital operating manuals as well as automated service reminders.
Jayco towable/motorized divisions perform above industry
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(March 11, 2016) - Grand Rapids-based Statistical Surveys, Inc., posted 2015 year-end retail sales and market share results, which indicate Jayco's towable division outpaced the industry in sales growth.
Escapees supports HUD RV definition, with exceptions
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(March 11, 2016) - "RV owners, including senior citizens and younger mobile workers, should be empowered to participate in their chosen community without limitations on the duration of the use of the RV," Escapees noted.


Thetford introduces the Titan sewer hose.

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Citrus Valley RV park looks to repeat record sales in 2016
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(March 8, 2016) -- Elite Resorts, which manages premier RV resorts in Florida and Connecticut, last year sold a record 80 lots at the 305-lot Citrus Valley park. Since the opening of the community, Elite Resorts' sales have totaled 200.
S.D. judge allows suit against RV park to continue
(March 7, 2016) - A judge ruled Friday in favor of the City of Sturgis in its challenge of Meade County commissioners' decision to approve the Buffalo Chip Campground's petition to incorporate, the Rapid City Journal reported.
Camping at Lake of the Ozarks
(March 7, 2016) - There are many ways to enjoy the "Best Recreational Lake" in the Nation, but one of the most memorable is sleeping under the stars and enjoying the splendor of an Ozark moon while sitting around the warm glow of a campfire.
RV park invests $1.1 million in solar power
(March 7, 2016) - Seeking a solution to energy bills soaring over $20,000 per month in the summer months, Castaic Lake RV Park has invested $1.1 million to install solar panels at their park.
Owner plans to revive long-closed Lake Dolores
(March 8, 2016) - Om Garg of G&G Enterprise said there were immediate plans to fill the lake at Lake Dolores and eventually open up the waterpark - which last operated as Discovery Waterpark - and an RV park.
Campground podcast features TACO consultant
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(March 7, 2016) - Texas Association of Campground Owners Legislative Consultant Ron Hinkle joins Michael Moore to discuss the recent RV park definition ruling from HUD and what it means to park operators.
NPS offers $15 million in grants for outdoor recreation
(March 9, 2016) - National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis today opened the application period for $15 million of grants to develop outdoor recreation spaces in urban areas.

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Route 8 driver killed after windshield smashed by tire
(March 7, 2016) - A driver was killed Sunday afternoon on Route 8 when a tire from a camper-trailer crashed through his windshield, causing him to lose control, State Police said.
Man in Phoenix bitten by rattlesnake at RV park
(March 8, 2016) - Ralph Shelton, 67, heard a rattle noise as he was settling into an RV park in El Mirage. He thought there was something wrong with his rig and when he stuck his hand underneath the vehicle, something bit back - a rattlesnake!
Xscapers celebrates first anniversary
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(March 8, 2016) - "Xscapers is there to answer the calling to provide resources and support for this unique group of RVers who have decided to not wait until retirement to pursue a life of adventure," said Travis Carr.
Opting for retirement on the road
(March 9, 2016) - On average, about 10,000 Americans retire every day, and rather than "aging in place," retirees increasingly are doing just the opposite.
WinnebaGoLife launches RV entrepreneur podcast
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(March 9, 2016) - It is a weekly show designed to be a resource for people who are considering a more nomadic lifestyle, but are struggling to figure out how to build a remote income.
Last day to become lifetime Fulltime Families members
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(March 7, 2016) - "In an effort to meet the needs of our rapidly growing membership, Fulltime Families will be restructuring their membership programs this spring," said founder Kimberly Travaglino.
Some winter visitors leaving early
(March 8, 2016) - With more than 1,600 winter visitors living at Country Roads RV Park, it's made quite the busy winter. As winter comes to an end and spring looms around the corner, are the RV's ready to go back home?
Seven RV's damaged at a Pismo Beach RV Park
(March 8, 2016) - Overnight storms in San Luis Obispo County cut power to PG&E customers from Santa Maria to Cambria. As of 1 p.m. 2,100 customers were still left without power, mainly from the wind.
Forest River recalled Coachmen Galleria RVs
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(March 7, 2016) - Forest River is recalling certain model year 2016 Coachmen Galleria motorhomes manufactured from Oct. 30, through Feb. 15.
This Willys Jeep, Teardrop Camper are still adventuring
(March 9, 2016) - Family heirlooms are usually guarded as precious, locked away and kept safe, but never truly enjoyed. That's not the case for Larry Shank. He still uses this 1953 Willys Jeep CJ-3B and 1947 Ken-Skill Kustom Kamper Model 10 trailer the way his dad intended when he bought them.

Woman sold home to travel in RV, tick items off bucket list
(March 8, 2016) - After 48 working years, Patricia Chegwin sold her home in Liverpool and bought a campervan. The adventurous 69-year-old has spent the last eight years living on the road - and boy has she travelled.
Funeral director bought a jet for glamping
(March 7, 2016) - An Irish funeral director, perhaps a little weary of the air of death that surrounds his day job, has bought a decommissioned Russian jet which he plans to turn into 'glamping' accommodation.
Drive away awnings are in the air
(March 9, 2016) - Two new air collections have been added by award-winning Scandinavian camping brand, Outwell, to its drive-away awnings, providing a greater choice of convenient easy-erect solutions for adding valuable living space to campervans and panel van conversions.
Illegal freedom campers take over vacant lot
(March 8, 2016) - Campers sleeping in non self-contained vehicles are filling a vacant lot on the street, near the Queenstown, New Zealand, town centre.
Boats rescue 40 people stranded in campground
(March 7, 2016) - State Emergency Services controller Eddie Cowie said 42 campers and day trippers have been stranded on the Five Rocks side of the creek, along with about 20 cars.
Clan of curious kangaroos converge on campsite
(March 8, 2016) - Visitors to a campsite in New South Wales, Australia found their camping trailer surrounded by a mob of curious kangaroos.


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