(Dec. 19, 2011) -- Looking back, 2011 has been a successful year for park visitors who have hunted for diamonds in the 37 ½-acre search area at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas.
Budget ax looms over Washington state parks in Clark County
(Dec. 19, 2011) -- These days, The Columbian says it helps to have a sense of humor if you work in the Washington State Parks system. The newspaper tells the story of a man who was promoted and told on the same day that he might lose his job.
In California: Saving Castle Crags State Park would be expensive
(Dec. 19, 2011) -- The Mount Shasta Herald is reporting the State of California plans to permanently close the gates at Castle Crags State Park July 1 if no one comes forward with an operating proposal before the March deadline.
Albany Democrat Herald offers last-minute gift ideas
(Dec. 19, 2011) -- For those looking for last-minute gift ideas, the Albany Democrat Herald has suggestions for people who love the outdoors.
Sioux Falls Argus Leader interviews KOA lifetime achievement winner
(Dec. 19, 2011) -- The Sioux Falls Argus Leader interviews Rich Cutler, president of Recreation Adventures Co. and recent recipient of the first Kampgrounds of America Darrell Booth Lifetime Achievement Award.
Reyco Granning announces David Compton as president
(Dec. 19, 2011) -- Reyco Granning announces an expansion in its senior management ranks. David J. Compton joins as president.
Spartan recalls 35 to meet park brake requirements
(Dec. 19, 2011) -- Spartan is recalling certain Model Year 2011-2012 K2 recreational vehicles manufactured from Sept. 30, 2010, through Nov. 22, 2011, rated at 52,000 lbs. and equipped with 3030 brake chambers.
Consumer prices unchanged in November
(Dec. 16, 2011) -- The overall November consumer price index was unchanged in the month following a 0.1 percent drop in October, RBC Economics Research reported today. "Expectations going into the report were for a 0.1 percent gain," said Ferley.
Smart zero-emission pickup to debut at Michigan show
(Dec. 16, 2011) -- RVers in the market for a new TOAD vehicle (a second vehicle towed behind a motorhome) should check out the Smart For-Us zero-emission pickup concept, set to debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January, reports Examiner.com.
Kentucky awards grants to improve tourism
(Dec. 16, 2011) -- Gov. Steve Beshear recently announed that 18 Land and Water Conservation Fund project grants have been awarded to improve parks and tourism opportunities across Kentucky, reports the Associated Press.