Breaking News

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- Visitors to flagship properties like Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in Nebraska or Ledges State Park in Iowa won't notice many changes this year, but those who visit out-of-the-way parks and recreation areas will encounter tall grass, no trash service and maybe even a padlocked restroom, reports the Omaha World-Herald.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- The Columbian is reporting that legislation to allow the Discover Pass to be transfered between two vehicles has passed the state Senate unanimously.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- The river is barely visible and a handful of signs read "No Camping" at Ben Hur Lampman Park, but Gold Hill Parks and Recreation Manager Rob Lowe is hoping to resolve both of those issues, reports the Mail Tribune.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- Cumberland, B.C., will extend its agreement with the manager of Cumberland Lake Park Campground for a further three years, reports Canada.com.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- The Kalamazoo Gazette reports that large trailers, small trailers, fifth-wheels and motorhomes will pack DeVos Place starting Thursday when the Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show opens.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last week signaled the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s intent to issue a new planning rule for America’s 193-million acre National Forest System that seeks to deliver stronger protections for forests, water and wildlife while supporting the economic vitality of our rural communities.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- Four months ago, Jim and Donita Clark fled their home state of Louisiana before authorities showed up at their house for an inspection. Ever since then, they've been hiding out in an RV in Texas with the four Capuchin monkeys they've reared for 10 years, reports the Seattle Post Intelligencer.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- The Longview Daily News reports Cowlitz County officials have scaled back the Harry Gardner Park project near Toutle, Wash., but still hope to have the park ready for overnight camping by June.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- The Texas Renaissance Festival announced that amongst the site update projects, it has plans to upgrade the Patron Campgrounds. The facilities will be expanded to include flushing toilets, electricity, running potable water, and new roads. There will also be a new entrance, convenience store, and the entire site will be themed like the Festival itself.

(Jan. 30, 2012) -- For 2012, the Trailer Life Directory celebrates its 40th anniversary, and commemorates the occasion with a special section highlighting RV history and looking toward the RV future. Also new in the 2012 edition are RV coupons for savings on-the-go, RV Troubleshooting Tips and Tricks, and Bilingual Parks At-A-Glance.