Greg Gerber

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- Best Simple Brochure Design Award went to Jones Pond Campground and RV Park in Angelica, N.Y. Best Website Award was received by Lake George RV Park in Lake George, N.Y. Best Mailer Piece Design Award went to Chautauqua Lake KOA in Dewittville, N.Y.

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- The two new, twin axle 26-foot Element models include the ET26 SRK rear kitchen and the ET26 SRL rear lounge floor plans. The sleeping capacity in both new floorplans increases by one adult.

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- The Aqua-Hot 400 comes standard on the 2012 Monaco Diplomat and Holiday Rambler Endeavor and the 600 on the Monaco Dynasty. Aqua-Hot systems also are available on 2011 models of the Monaco Signature, Dynasty and Camelot, as well as the Holiday Rambler Navigator and Scepter.

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- “It’s a simple, elegant solution for the evolving designs of motorhome manufacturers looking to do more with less bulk and weight,” said Nickel. “The very compact dimensions of this ‘hidden step’ provide manufacturers with excellent installation flexibility without a bulky, step-box look."

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- Fitting snuggly over the 6-1/2 inch buffing pad, the bonnet features a lining that serves as a vapor barrier to prevent a wet waxing pad from leaking through. This saves time since users can place this right over the used wax pad to buff out the extra wax.

(Dec. 5, 2011) --  James McFerrin, of Cullum and Maxey Camping Center in Nashville, Tenn., won a new 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle after he entered a drawing held by RVT.com, the company announced today. This year's giveaway was a 2011 FXS Softail with a retail value of about $18,000.

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- "It is a people hauler that you wouldn’t be embarrassed to drive, and an RV you can drive everyday," said Hanemaayer. "It’s a great alternative to a large SUV, crossover or minivan for an active family."

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- The highest honors, called the “Park of the Year” awards, sponsored by Good Sam, were given to campgrounds, RV parks and resorts based on several criteria, including customer service, employee training, operational excellence, national directory ratings and community service.

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- Four-four campgrounds, RV parks and resorts earned all around “A” grades in the fourth annual consumer satisfaction survey of campgrounds, RV parks and resorts. More than 30,000 consumers submitted online reviews of campgrounds, RV parks and resorts across the United States.

(Dec. 5, 2011) -- Wholesale used motorhome prices have declined an average of $3,698 this month, down to $38,575, which is off nearly 9 percent from last month. Towables, including travel trailers, fifth wheels, and camping trailers, declined a more modest $481, to $9,403, which works out to an almost 5 percent decline.