Month: March 2013

(March 29, 2013) -- Richard Quincey, field management director for Australia's Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, said there are plenty of great fishing and island camping spots that people can visit within the park over Easter, but they need to plan ahead, writes Newsport Daily.

(March 29, 2013) -- The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission at its Thursday meeting approved the acquisition of approximately 658 acres to expand a state park in El Paso that already ranks as the largest urban park in the continental United States.

(March 29, 2013) -- The perfect campsite is not an absolute, and for most campers, it changes over time. Out And About Live offers several sources and tips for finding the perfect site.

(March 29, 2013) -- For Easter, campers can prepare their chocolate snacks at home or bring the ingredients with. The Ottawa Citizen has provided directions for several chocolate camping snacks that can be cooked at the campsite.

(March 29, 2013) -- Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) announced this week that registration is now open for the 2013 Great Park Pursuit Spring Sprint. The Great Park Pursuit Spring Sprint is a Connecticut adventure to introduce families to the outdoors, build the next generation of environmental stewards and showcase Connecticut’s State Parks and Forests.

(March 29, 2013) -- “The RVIA Board plays an integral role in guiding the work of the association and shaping the future of the RV industry,” said Coon. ‘’We encourage any association member with an interest in working on the key issues facing the RV industry to run for a seat on the RVIA Board.”

(March 29, 2013) -- The Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) just completed the seventh regional show held around the state and the attendance numbers have been very good, according to FRVTA Marketing Director Dave Kelly.

(March 29, 2013) -- In North Dakota, Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park will hold ts second annual April Fools Walk, on Saturday, April 6.

(March 29, 2013) -- KTIV/KUOO reports a request to rezone some property for an RV park has generated some controversy in Spirit Lake, Iowa.

(March 29, 2013) -- The RV Aftermarket Association announced today it is accepting nominations for the 2013 Jim Barker Award. The recipient of the 2013 Jim Barker Award will be announced at an awards luncheon at RVAA's annual executive conference in Boston the week of Aug. 12.