(Nov. 4, 2011) -- Virginia Campground Association elects new board members, expands RV show marketing, considers adding a state capitol lobbiest and welcomes state park managers to its meeting.
Canadian employment tumbles, U.S. makes job gains
(Nov. 4, 2011) -- Canadian employment fell by 54,000 in October, contrary to the 15,000 rise expected by forecasters, said Desjardins. Payroll employment in America rose a modest 80,000 in October, which was slightly below the 95,000 gain expected, added Ferley.
TRA certifies Kropf park models to be green
(Nov. 4, 2011) -- Kropf park model homes incorporate LED lighting, Energy Star refrigerators, low-flow toilets and sustainably harvested oriented strand board, or wood that comes from fast-growing trees. They also recycle cardboard, copper wire, aluminum and steel.
DriveAway Holidays launches Car & Motorhome Brochure for 2012/13
(Nov. 4, 2011) -- DriveAway Holidays, Australia’s leading self-drive wholesaler, has launched its Car & Motorhome Brochure for 2012/13. Packed full of self-drive holiday options, this brochure is an invaluable tool for planning a driving trip anywhere in the world.
Volunteers needed for cleanup at Texas state, national park
(Nov. 4, 2011) -- Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park are sponsoring the second annual River Cleanup Day on Nov. 12. Volunteers are needed to remove litter while spending a day canoeing, rafting or hiking along the Rio Grande, reports the Alpine Avalanche.
S.C. man indicted for hitting wife with car at KOA Campground
(Nov. 4, 2011) -- The Myrtle Beach Sun News reports that an Horry County grand jury indicted 61-year-old Leslie Gregory Bohannon on charges he struck his wife with their car during an argument at the KOA Campground in Myrtle Beach Aug. 5, according to court records.
Maryland-Delaware shores campgrounds are perfect fall spot
(Oct. 4, 2011) -- Though many campgrounds near the Maryland-Delaware shores are closed until spring, some, like Tall Pines in Lewes, stay open year-round. Fall is one of the best times to enjoy camping, with fewer bugs and smaller crowds, reports Delmarva Now.
Retirement-age Americans deferring dreams
(Nov. 4, 2011) -- CommonWealth Magazine reports that retirement assets such as homes and 401(k)s have taken huge blows from the recession, and less than a quarter of American workers have enough money in a 401(k) or similar plan to be able to live comfortably in retirement.
NTP Distribution offers next day fleet service to Southeast
(Nov. 3, 2011) -- NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced expanded next-day fleet delivery service to regions in Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and Alabama beginning Nov. 7. This enhanced offering also extends delivery cut-off times from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time.
Williams joins RVIA Board
(Nov. 3, 2011) -- Brad Williams, president and CEO of MVP RV, Inc., has been appointed to the RV Industry Association's Board of Directors to fill the open manufacturer seat vacated by John Rhymer, of Heartland RV, the group announced today.