Month: March 2012

(March 12, 2012) -- The Orlando Sentinal reported that Orange County firefighters responded to a leaking 100-gallon propane tank Friday afternoon at a Camping World store on West Colonial Drive.

(March 12, 2012) -- The Grand Island Independent reports that construction on the new indoor showroom at Rich & Sons RV Headquarters in Grand Island started last fall and was recently completed. A grand opening celebration is planned for March 22-24.

(March 12, 2012) -- "From the start of opening ceremonies to the departure hitch-up breakfast, there is non-stop excitement daily," said Bob Pinner. "First-rate evening entertainment, crafts sessions, line-dancing, RV driving classes, travel, computer and RV technical presentations and daily socials round out the busy week of Escapade."

(March 12, 2012) -- "These modest fee increases will help the park maintain visitor services while keeping outdoor recreation affordable for working families. A season pass costs about the same as a night at the movies for a family of four, but it buys you a whole summer of fun at the beach."

(March 12, 2012) -- "Early discussions have shown strong support and interest from multiple manufacturers, suppliers and vendors looking for additional expansion in to this growing market," said Lemonis. “By increasing the growth of both the retail and dealership locations in our network, Camping World is getting closer to achieving our goal of truly being the one-stop shopping location for the RV and outdoor enthusiast across the country.”

(March 12, 2012) -- About 60 people, gathered Thursday evening for a meeting on the future of Kopachuck State Park, were shocked to hear a popular campground inside the park is likely to never open again, reports KOMO News.

(March 12, 2012) -- The Peoria Journal Star reports that two Marshall County officials refused to back off a dispute with the Lake Wildwood Homeowners' Association over its 101-site campground, despite legal advice and a recommendation from the senior County Board member.

(March 12, 2012) -- "The days of closing state forest campgrounds are over. During this transition, we will raise awareness of the Recreation Passport requirement for state forest campgrounds and non-motorized pathway parking areas, and put those funds back into maintenance and operations of state forest recreation programs."

(March 12, 2012) -- With no need to scrub, nonabrasive Fiberglass Stain Remover gel absorbs oil, rust, exhaust and waterline stains, and road dirt.  In addition to fiberglass, it can be used on chrome, stainless steel, metal and painted surfaces.

(March 12, 2012) -- “Preliminary rounds of competition have been taking place at Carefree RV Resorts throughout Florida since the middle of February. So now it’s time to see the best of the best perform for our $5,000 grand prize,” said Napp.