Month: July 2015

After a shortage of qualified commercial drivers caused weeks-long inventory backlogs in the spring of 2014, the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) and its industry allies have successfully petitioned the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to temporarily exempt the industry from its commercial driver’s license (CDL) requirements when transporting RVs. RV Executive Online reported […]

Camping is getting a little greener in Arizona. Strategic Solar Energy recently broke ground at the Tucson Lazydays KOA RV Park, where it will install a solar panel structure, known as a PowerParasol, to provide shade and clean energy to campers, Tucson Business reported. Slated for completion in October, the patented architecture will be made […]

(July 10, 2015) -- Compensation by flat rate with consideration of experience and certifications. Must have valid driver's license, be motivated, able to take direction in a fast paced environment, and experience in RV industry, RV repair or as an RV technician.

Southern California dealer Mike Thompson RV opened its last OC 405 RV Show today (July 10), featuring a large selection of towable and motorized RVs including new 2016 models. According to a press release, the show will run through July 19.   General Manager Mark Rosenbaum noted, “This summer has been phenomenal. Families are taking […]

Southern California dealer Mike Thompson RV opened its last OC 405 RV Show today (July 10), featuring a large selection of towable and motorized RVs including new 2016 models. According to a press release, the show will run through July 19.   General Manager Mark Rosenbaum noted, “This summer has been phenomenal. Families are taking […]

(July 10, 2015) -- The campground has hired new employees and significantly expanded its daily recreation program, which includes arts and crafts activities such as tie-dye shirt making; interactive games for children and families; and activities with Yogi Bear, Boo Boo and Cindy Bear.

Cypress Trail RV Resort, located in Southwest Florida, has an immediate opening for seasoned/dynamic sales person. The successful candidate will have: • Proven RV lot sales track record. • Proficiency with MS Office applications. • Strong communication skills (oral and written). • Great people skills. The finalist will receive a site on which to stay, […]

(July 10, 2015) -- California state parks plan to shut off outdoor showers/rinse stations at state parks and beaches July 15, XETV reported, noting state park officials said this measure will save about one gallon of water per individual user or 18 million gallons per year.

(July 10, 2015) -- Staff manning the gates at 25 of Connecticut's state parks might have to brush up on their math skills because the new state budget requires them to charge visitors the 6.35 percent state sales tax, the Stamford Advocate reported.

(July 10, 2015) -- In a 3-2 vote, the Mountain View City Council approved plans to build out a site off Fairchild Drive with 35 new homes, which are expected to sell for around $900,000 apiece. But with the approval, city officials insisted that dislocated RV residents be given a relocation package that's more generous than anything considered in the past, the Mountain View Voice explained.