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Winegard introduces ladder mount for satellite TV
(May 10, 2016) - The MT-4000 extends from 19.5 to 23.5 inches in 2-inch increments for three setting options, which allows users to raise their Winegard Satellite TV antenna above ground level obstructions to gain the best line of sight to the satellite.
Mirror Bright introduces Leather Lotion
(May 10, 2016) -Leather Lotion cleans, conditions and protects leather in one simple step. Gentle cleaners help remove dirt and grime that build up over time. Cocoa butter, jojoba oil and aloe condition and nourish leather, the company explained.
Optronics offers wide-angle LED work lamps
(May 10, 2016) - Unlike conventional LED work lights, each of the new lamps features a slim profile and a noticeably convex lens that produces a 40 percent wider area of illumination.
Winegard introduces Dish Playmaker
(May 3, 2016) - "Set-up takes less than 15 minutes. Using the simple on-screen setup wizard, users just pick the state where they are located in and they are ready to play," said Strohbehn.

Montague offers all-terrain folding bike for RVers
(May 3, 2016) - When folded, the bike compacts to just 36 inches wide, 28 inches high and 12 inches deep, ideal for tight storage spaces. It also weighs only 32 pounds, making it very light and portable, the releases noted.



 






 
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Oh, bandwidth, where art thou?
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(May 11, 2016) - Creativity is often needed to overcome the bandwidth crunch, and luckily there are companies willing and able to take up the creative challenge inherent in providing outdoor Wi-Fi.

Todd Henson to head marketing for RVIC
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(May 10, 2016) - In this new position, Henson will have responsibility for developing the RV Inspection Connection's strategy to increase market presence for both RV consumers and RV dealerships in the United States and Canadian markets.


Camco expands OEM injection molding capabilities

IDS to host live presentation of the Astra G2

Eppert joins Starcraft as vice president of sales

KOA teams with Keystone for Summer RV giveaway

Va. Campers Inn RV holds grand opening

Grand Design produces 20,000th unit

Cummins announces $0.98 quarterly dividend

Western RV Company donates $25,890 to fire victims

What millennials want from work and life

Winegard introduces ladder mount for satellite TV  


RhinoFLEX - One tough RV septic system


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Camco expands OEM injection molding capabilities
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(May 11, 2016) - Camco Manufacturing, Inc. is proud to announce the recent addition of six injection molding presses in support of its growing OEM business. The Greensboro, N.C.-based manufacturer of both aftermarket and OEM parts and accessories took delivery of the state-of-the-art presses in late 2015 and early 2016.
IDS to host live presentation of the Astra G2
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(May 11, 2016) - RV dealers who are interested in learning more about dealer management software solutions are invited to take part in an opportunity to see a product overview of IDS Astra G2. IDS General Manager Sean Raynor will host the live webinar on May 19, at 2 p.m. ET.
Eppert joins Starcraft as vice president of sales
Nick Eppert
(May 11, 2016) - Starcraft announced today that Nick Eppert has joined the company as vice president of sales. In making the announcement, Akos Sefcsik, president of Starcraft, said, "We are excited to have Nick join our team. He brings the drive and leadership skills that will help take Starcraft to the next level."

Dealers Using Menu Selling Get More From Each Customer - Placing a unit side by side with another can be a powerful comparison and selling tool. The menu selling technique allows dealers to get the most out of every customer that comes through the door. Learn how to maximize your sales with this easy-to-use tool and technique.
KOA teams with Keystone for Summer RV giveaway
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(May 11, 2016) - During the summer of 2016, Kampgrounds of America is again pairing with Keystone RV Company for the "What's Behind The Yellow Sign" Giveaway.
Va. Campers Inn RV holds grand opening
(May 11, 2016) - Campers Inn RV, an expanding New Hampshire-based RV dealership chain, is in the midst of a week-long grand opening celebration at its new Stafford County, Va., location.
Grand Design produces 20,000th unit
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(May 11, 2016) - "In April 2015 we had announced a production milestone of our 10,000th unit and, just one year later, we are proud to have doubled that number," said Clark. "In this same time we have retail sold over 15,000 units."

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Cummins announces $0.98 quarterly dividend
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(May 11, 2016) - Cummins announced a quarterly dividend on May 10. Stockholders of record on May 20 will be paid a dividend of 0.975 per share on June 1. This represents a $3.90 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 3.47 percent.
Western RV Company donates $25,890 to fire victims
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(May 11, 2016) - Western RV Country's 200 employees wanted to make a difference, so they raised $12,945 to support relief efforts. Company owner Bruce Urban will match this number bringing the companywide donation total to $25,890.
What millennials want from work and life
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(May 11, 2016) - Yes, millennials want to be healthy, but they also want a purposeful life, active community and social ties, and financial stability.
Winegard introduces ladder mount for satellite TV
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(May 10, 2016) - The MT-4000 extends from 19.5 to 23.5 inches in 2-inch increments for three setting options, which allows users to raise their Winegard Satellite TV antenna above ground level obstructions to gain the best line of sight to the satellite.

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Oh, bandwidth, where art thou?
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(May 11, 2016) - Creativity is often needed to overcome the bandwidth crunch, and luckily there are companies willing and able to take up the creative challenge inherent in providing outdoor Wi-Fi.
Celebrate the best of Gorges State Park
(May 11, 2016) - A daylong celebration at Gorges State Park in Sapphire, N.C., will provide everything from presentations on falconry and black bears to local folklore, live music and food vendors from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 14.
N.C. Hanging Dog Campground reopens on trial basis
(May 11, 2016) - After two years of closure, Hanging Dog Campground in Cherokee County, N.C., has reopened through a collaborative effort between the county and the Tusquitee Ranger District of the Nantahala National Forest.
Dalles, Ore., city eyes RV Park rules
(May 11, 2016) - An RV park in town could alleviate a temporary housing shortage during several major construction projects, a message The Dalles, Ore., City Council heard recently.
Rolling into Mo. Pin Oak Creek RV Park
(May 11, 2016) - "I call it the best kept secret in St. Louis. There's not a lot of people that know about us," said Chris Paxton, manager of Pin Oak Creek RV Park.
Ribbon cutting for new Blackfoot, Idaho, RV Park
(May 11, 2016) - A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday afternoon for the new RV park and new parking lot at Memorial Park soft ball fields in Blackfoot, Idaho.
Who makes the best mountain pie in Pa.?
Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association
(May 11, 2016) - The Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association wants to know who makes the best mountain pies in Pennsylvania.
Largest addition to N.Y. Adirondack Forest Preserve
(May 11, 2016) - Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Tuesday the completion of the State's largest Adirondack land acquisition in more than 100 years, with the purchase of the 20,758-acre Boreas Ponds Tract.
Volunteers needed for spring cleanup in Idaho
(May 11, 2016) - The Bureau of Land Management's Twin Falls District staff will join the Southern Idaho Off-Road Association, Back Country Horsemen of Idaho, Magic Valley ATV Riders and Jerome County on May 14, to clean up the north rim of the Snake River Canyon.
Colorado to be first state to celebrate public lands
(May 11, 2016) - After months of partisan conflict, Colorado is set to become the first state in the nation to officially celebrate its public lands. Senate Bill 21, now awaiting Gov. John Hickenlooper's signature, sets the third Saturday in May as Public Lands Day.
Eagle nesting areas in Voyager National Park protected
(May 11, 2016) - With the onset of eagle nesting, Voyageurs National Park, in Minnesota, has temporarily closed some areas to visitors.
Campground open for Fort Mac, Alberta, evacuees
(May 11, 2016) - Lions Park Campground has opened its gates to Fort McMurray evacuees, saving 15 spots specifically for those fleeing the wildfire. To secure the sites, campground manager Pauline Krause called campers and asked them to forfeit their reserved sites.
Colo. campground re-opens for special events season
(May 11, 2016) - The Camp, a campground in Grand Junction, Colo., has re-opened for the season to cater to customers attending festivals and other special events through October.
Hazard trees close Princess Creek campground
(May 11, 2016) - The Deschutes National Forest, in Bend, Ore., said Tuesday it has closed Princess Creek campground and boat launch on Odell Lake indefinitely due to a dangerous hazard tree situation.
New shelters shade lake fishers in Pratt, Kan.
(May 11, 2016) - Things are a bit shadier at the Pratt County, Kan., Veterans Memorial Lake. Three new shelters have been installed on piers to provide protection from the summer sun.


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Austin, Tex., startup looks to rev up RV cruising
(May 11, 2016) - On the burner since 2014, his idea was to create the first centralized reservation engine for private RV parks across the United States. Now the University of Texas at Austin, Tex., alum serves as the CEO and co-founder of Austin-based RoverPass.
5 underrated glamping experiences to try
(May 11, 2016) - For some people, it's the idea of sleeping in a tent that turns them off. For others, it's the bugs, the dirt and the weather that keeps them home. And there are those who absolutely love the outdoors, yet prefer to sleep in an actual hotel with all the comforts of home.
Round Rock, Tex., man suffers smoke inhalation
(May 11, 2016) - A man suffered from smoke inhalation after a fire at the Blessing RV Park in Round Rock, Tex., on Monday, city officials said.
Conversions are the rage in recreational van market
(May 11, 2016) - Oregon Motorcoach Center converted a commercial van for Mercedes-Benz of Eugene, Ore., and plans to convert more vehicles. Depending on customer request, the company can outfit vans to hold an ATV, carry snowboards or hold stand-up paddleboards.
BaseLantern is a campsite light, charging station
(May 11, 2016) - BioLite just launched a Kickstarter campaign for its BaseLantern, which it's marketing as both a light for your off-the-grid campsite, as well as a phone charger.
Girl recovering after scalding at Fla. campsite
(May 11, 2016) - Lorie felt helpless when she saw her 6-year-old daughter Augusta fall backwards in her chair onto the scaling hot campfire coffee pot, burning her right arm and belly. She suffered third degree burns.

Iceland camper rental stumbles into controversy
(May 11, 2016) - The camper rental KúKú Campers has found itself at the center of a controversy over some of the "advice" they have been offering to their customers. Some local guides argue the company encourages illegal or immoral activity, for example suggesting to visitors they can fish for free in any river or lake.
Tourist gets rented motorhome stuck in scaffolding
(May 11, 2016) - The size of the motor home - coupled with the fact that they didn't have enough time to get acquainted - led them into a very embarrassing situation where a whole street was blocked because his vehicle got stuck in a scaffolding.
Royal Navy helicopter transformed for holidays
(May 11, 2016) - A campsite owner who bought a disused Royal Navy chopper and spent £30,000 on transforming it has now made it available for holiday lets.
Ten hipster VW campervans available to buy today
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(May 11, 2016) - The iconic camper van is often difficult to find and expensive to buy. Here are some of the best bargains from Chronicle Live.


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