(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.
Breaking News
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.”
Heartland upgrades its Fast Track warranty website
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- Responding to input from its national dealer network, Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC announced today it has upgraded the company’s proprietary Fast Track warranty website to streamline claim entries and better service customers.
United States’ 397th National Park dedicated Monday in New Jersey
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- On Monday, U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) joined National Park Service Director Jon Jarvis and several others at Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park for a signing ceremony to officially dedicate the site as the United States’ 397th National Park, reports ParamusPost.com.
Recipe of the Week: Squash and apple bake
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- This week's recipe is for squash and apple bake. Pat Jett loves making this recipe in a “toss-away” pan and sharing it with others. She’s been a full-time RVer for more than seven years.
College football rivalries square off in sponsorship for Tiffin
(Nov. 9, 2011) -- As national attention focuses on the football rivalry between Auburn University and the University of Alabama, Tiffin Motorhomes is capitalizing on fan interest to market their Alabama-built motorhomes.