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(June 3, 2013) -- This webinar, made possible for RVDA members through a strategic partnership with KPA, will provide answers to your questions on all topics related to environment and safety for dealers: OSHA, EPA, DOT, SPCC, GHS, and anything else you want to ask. No topic is off limits and dealers are encouraged to participate fully.

(June 3, 2013) -- According to a new forecast by RV industry analyst Dr. Richard Curtin, released at the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) Joint Committee Luncheon on June 3, RV shipments are expected to rise for a fifth straight year in 2014 with wholesale production expected to reach 321,800 units, a gain of 3.9 percent over the projected 2013 total.

(June 3, 2013) -- The death of a man at Bush Park Camping Resort in Wake has been ruled a homicide, and three park employees are facing murder charges, reports WAVY-TV.

(June 3, 2013) -- The motorhome exhibition, which will take place Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, June 19-22, 2013, is part of a convention of an international motorhome owners club, the Family Motor Coach Association, based in Cincinnati.

(June 3, 2013) -- Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Director of the National Park Service Jonathan B. Jarvis have announced the designation of 28 trails as national recreation trails, adding almost 650 miles of trails to the National Trails System.

(June 3, 2013) -- A pedestrian bridge, walking path, RV park, aquatic garden, kayaking and a zip line are just a few of the amenities that could be located in a new Brewton park if funding comes through in the future, writes the Brewton Standard.

(June 3, 2013) -- "With consumer spending on the rise, it is imperative we stay in front of those researching, buying and selling RVs. This not only helps bring buyers and sellers together, but boosts leads for our dealers and overall awareness of our brand.”

(June 3, 2013) -- Motorhomes came in at an average selling price at auction of $39,346, which is $265 (0.6 percent) more than the previous month’s $39,081. Towables, including travel trailers, fifth wheels, and camping trailers, rose to $11,365 from $11,243, an uptick of $122 (1 percent). For reference, one year ago motor homes were selling for $40,914 and towables were $11,156.

(June 3, 2013) -- Friday's storms ravaged Apache Village RV Center in Hazelwood, says WFMY. No one was hurt, but workers at Apache were blown away by the extent of the damage.

(June 3, 2013) -- On Saturday, Diane and Keith Grandchamp, owners of Dream Acres Campground in Monon, assessed the flooding at their business. During Friday's storm, they had to evacuate three camper trailers, which held 10 campers, reports WLFI.