Month: May 2015

Perris, Calif.-based Pacific Coachworks (PCW) announced the appointment of two new product managers. The company reported in a press release that Billy Pellow will oversee production of its Tango travel trailers while Michael Domiano was named product manager for its Panther travel trailer line. Pellow, who was promoted to his new role, previously served as sales coordinator where […]

(May 12, 2015) — The Kansas Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds is sad to announce the passing of Pat Morgison, one of the founders and a long-time leader of the association. He passed away in his sleep on May 8.

Cummins Inc. announced two new environmental sustainability goals, for its products in-use and the logistics of the company’s managed freight. These new goals are part of a broader effort for Cummins to reduce its environmental footprint, the Columbus, Ind.-based company reported in a press release. Last year, Cummins announced its first comprehensive Global Environmental Sustainability […]

(May 12, 2015) — Travel spending in Texas totaled $70.5 billion and directly supported 630,000 jobs in 2014, the fifth consecutive year of growth in the Lone Star State. Texas Governor Greg Abbott proclaimed May 2-10 as Texas Travel and Tourism Week.

This week’s segment of “RV Capital Talk” features an interview with Jayco Inc.’s Tadd Jenkins, president of the Jayco Motorhome Group, outlining the details behind the construction of a new 185,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Middlebury, Ind., dedicated to the company’s Entegra Coach division. To view the video click here or scroll to the right side […]

(May 12, 2015) — La Hacienda RV Resort & Cottages has won the Large Park of the Year Award from the Texas Association of Campground Owners (TACO). It was the fourth time the Austin resort has won statewide recognition from TACO.

(May 12, 2015) — Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock. The manufacturer of custom chassis, emergency response and delivery and service vehicles reported its semi-annual dividend will be payable on June 25, 2015.

(May 12, 2015) -- Wythe County’s Rural Retreat Lake Campground Park will host a “Kids Fishing Day,” Saturday, May 16. The annual initiative is intended to encourage youth to become anglers.

(May 12, 2015) -- From 6 p.m. May 15 to 9 a.m. the next day, the Salisbury, Md., Zoo will be hosting its "Bunk with the Beasts" event that allows local families to have nocturnal animal encounters while learning conservative, environmental practices while camping with family and friends in a safe environment.

(May 12, 2015) -- As of May 29, the Daniel Boone Backpack Campsite in Grandfather Mountain State Park will be available by reservation.