Month: January 2017

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- When Thor Industries and Jayco Corp., both based in Elkhart, joined forces in July, it became the biggest story in the recreational vehicle industry world in 2016. Yet, the acquisition was just one example of RV companies looking for ways to keep pace with rising demand.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- The Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefield KOA was recently recognized for 20 years of service to the Kampgrounds of America System.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- Road widening in anticipation of construction of the Tule Wind energy project in McCain Valley begins Tuesday, January 3rd. A public notice has been issued cautioning users of McCain Valley Road, Lake Canyon Campground, Cottonwood Campground and the Off Highway Vehicle Area about temporary closures and traffic delays.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- Shipments of all towable RVs rose 27.1 percent to 30,389 units while all motorhome shipments increased 25.4 percent to 4,281 unit in the month of November. Shipments are running at an annualized rate of nearly 428,000 units which would make 2016 the best RV shipments in 39 years, said Baker.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- Fire crews are battling a scrub fire that has closed roads and threatened campgrounds near a popular Northland beach.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- The post-election surge in optimism for the economy, jobs and income prospects, as well as for stock prices which reached a 13-year high, was most pronounced among older consumers," Franco explained.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- Lake George RV Park has been recognized as the Best Large Park of 2016 in the United States by the governing association of the RV Park and Campground Industry, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC).

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- A Florida man is in custody after allegedly stabbing his son during a New Year’s Eve fight at a KOA campground, the Fountain Police Department said.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- He is making progress toward placing a camper back on the same site, the local American Red Cross office reported Friday.

(Jan. 2, 2017) -- Escapees Rainbow Parks will begin asking if pets are up to date on vaccinations during the registration and check-in process. Proof of vaccinations will not be required at this time in order to keep your registration simple and fast as possible.