(Jan. 17, 2012) -- The actual number of RV dealerships in attendance was 1017, not the 1641 reported on site, said Baker. "The reporting error was limited to RV dealership company counts, and did not impact individual attendee counts or overall show attendance," he explained.
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New Mexico RV park owner creates tiny scenes of life
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- Dennis "Pop" Ryan lives at and rents RV space to tourists at Mom and Pop RV Park in Farmington. But he also has a reputation among toy railroad collectors for crafting and selling hard-to-get figurines, reports the Farmington Daily Times.
Lake Wanahoo may become part of Nebraska’s park system
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- The Lower Platte North Natural Resources District, developer of the Lake Wanahoo project, and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission have pounded out an agreement to allow the commission to operate the lake as a state recreation area over the next three years, reports the Lincoln Star Journal.
46th Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show is coming to Novi
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- The Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is sponsoring the show, to be held Feb. 8-12. Over 250 new recreation vehicles will be on display, including folding campers, motorhomes, travel trailers, truck campers, toy haulers and fifth wheel travel trailers.
Lee County, Fla. hopes to keep Canadians coming
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- The Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau announced it has named Toronto-based VoX International to develop and carry out a public relations and promotions strategy to increase Canadian visits, reports The News-Press.
New service center opens in County Durham
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- Tyne Valley Motorhomes has opened a new service center for motorhomes and caravans in Annfield Plain, County Durham, reports Out & About Live.
In Illinois: Forest Preserve buys land containing long-time campground
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- On Thursday, the Lake County Forest Preserve's Finance and Administrative Committee approved the purchase of two adjacent land parcels totaling 227 acres on Lake Marie, which includes a longtime campground overlooking the bay, reports the Chicago Sun-Times.
OutDoor Destinations, Best Parks in America form international partnership
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- "The opportunity to be at the forefront of the development of this new travel and tourism sector will give Best Parks in America affiliates and outdoor destinations around the world the opportunity to set a new standard for this kind of recreational activity and vacation experience,” said David Gorin.
Outdoor Industry Association expands Outdoor University offerings
(Jan. 17, 2012) -- In 2012, in addition to live sessions at Outdoor Retailer, Outdoor University is offering webinars—as frequently as twice weekly—on topics ranging from retail innovation, research, sustainability, best practices, trade and supply chains, and other issues the outdoor recreation industry faces.
Tampa Show draws rave reviews from dealers
(Jan. 16, 2012) -- The notable difference this year is that consumers are doing more buying. Pent-up demand coupled with consumers' increasing confidence in the economy has translated into brisk sales for dealers. Dealers said consumers are still looking for value but are making much quicker buying decisions than in past years.