(Nov. 9, 2011) -- In yet another repeat of the Occupy Wall Street movement, a group of six people, calling itself Occupy Hendy Woods, plans to camp at Hendy Woods State Park in Mendocino County this weekend to protest the state's plan to close 70 parks next year, reports the Sacramento Bee.
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Multiple motorhomes broken into at Ontario RV dealer
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- Huronia West OPP say thieves broke into seven RVs, two other vehicles and two travel trailers at Stayner Travel Trailers in Wasaga Beach sometime between last Sunday evening and Monday morning, reports the Bayshore Broadcasting News Centre.
One injured in explosion at Alberta RV park
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- Fire investigators say a fire Tuesday at an east Edmonton RV park caused by a propane explosion was set on purpose, reports CBC.ca.
Capitalize on the seasonality of the RV business
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- Some dealerships see as much as 80 percent of their sales occurring within a four or five month season. Managing the incoming cash and budgeting for 12 months worth of expenses is a delicate balance most of our customers face. So, how can you stretch out your season and keep customers buying into the off-season months? Here are some tips on keeping cash coming in, even after the weather has turned
Little Rock Corps waves day-use fees Nov. 11 for veterans, families
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- To commemorate Veterans Day, the Little Rock District of the Army Corps of Engineers will join Corps districts nationwide and waive day use fees at its recreation areas Nov. 11 for veterans, active, Reserve and National Guard service members and their families.
Police seek information on New Zealand campground attack
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- A Greymouth police officer is seeking information from anyone who witnessed an attack on two tourists overnight at Cobden Campground, reports Newstalk ZB.
Horseback riding bill could cost Michigan millions in federal aid
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- State lawmakers are considering legislation that would open more state-owned land to horseback riding, but the proposal could end up costing Michigan millions of dollars in federal grant money, reports Michigan Radio.
Deadline approaching for New York State camping photo contest
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- The Daily News Online reports that New York's Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and Department of Environmental Conservation are sponsoring a camping photo contest to highlight the best of the state's great outdoors, and the deadline is approaching.
South Carolina national park celebrates anniversary, land acquisition
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- The Trust for Public Land, National Park Service and others met Monday to celebrate Congaree National Park's 35-year history and the park's acquisition of 1,840 acres of Riverstone property, reports The Times and Democrat.
Camping World to provide on-site store during NASCAR event weekend
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- “Camping World is proud to partner with Phoenix International Raceway as the official provider of RV and camping accessories, parts, service, sales and rentals. It’s our chance to give back to the racing community, allowing us the privilege of providing the gear and supplies that race fans need when they are at this premier racing venue in their RVs.”