OHI announces the 2025 graduates of the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality. The following dedicated owners, managers, operators, and staff of some of the best RV parks, campgrounds, and glamping businesses across the country have completed the Outdoor Hospitality Industry’s cohort program focusing on business management principles and practices as applied to the Outdoor Hospitality Industry.
“Congratulations to all of this year’s graduates. Each graduate’s commitment to professional growth is commendable. Completing any year of National School is an achievement and an investment in their business, their team, and the future of our industry,” says Paul Bambei, president and CEO of OHI.
Year 1 OHM
Judy Sheely – Camp HiYo!
Troy Larock – Army Outdoor Recreation
James Williams – Army Outdoor Recreation
Karl Washko – DFMWR
Nikki Tirado – Army Outdoor Recreation
Bri Wilcox – Army Outdoor Recreation
Wesley Judd – Army Outdoor Recreation
Itzel Rivera – Army Outdoor Recreation
Rebecca Harper – Army Outdoor Recreation
Ellie Christensen – Army Outdoor Recreation
Yoshihiro Tome – Army Outdoor Recreation
Derek Haglethorn – Army Outdoor Recreation
Bryan Champion – Army Outdoor Recreation
Chris Brigham – Lakewood Camping Resort
Valerie Larson – Alluring Oaks RV Park
Phillip Mauldin – Lakewood Camping Resort
Robby Ammons – Lakewood Camping Resort
Derek Schultz – Jellystone Park Grayling
Maribeth Arnone – Rustic Acres Jellystone Park
Megan McKenzie – AtRivers Edge RV Resort
Neal Patten – Lake Joy Campground
Jay Zimmer – USA Freedom Investors
Chantel McLeod – Crow’s Nest Outdoor Adventure
Taylor Johnson – The Vineyards Campground and Cabins: City of Grapevine
Morgan Denny – Vineyards Campground & Cabins – City of Grapevine Parks and Recreation
Shallee Riley – Rancho Los Coches RV Park
Ben Busbee – Columbia County Parks, Recreation, and Events
Alan Kahn – Silver Lake Resort
Myria Dickey – Bright Lights Camps LLC
Cory Wendt – Vacation Station RV Resort
Autumn Rennick – Camping On The Gulf
Rachel Robinson – Horizon Outdoor Hospitality
Mary Irene Yarbrough – Fort Carson DFMWR Camp Hale
Lisa Smith – Prospective Owner
Susan Adams – Kershaw Creek Camp & Kayak
Rob Adams – Kershaw Creek Camp & Kayak
AJ Guimont – US ARMY Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR)
Travis Walsh – Jellystone Park Warrens
Savanna Rose – Little Arrow Outdoor Resort
Rachel Newton – Twisted Parrot Luxury RV Resort
Mark McLeod – Crow’s Nest Outdoor Adventure
Nainsi McKinney – Emberglow Outdoor Resort
Corey Moon – Moon Commercial Construction
Greg Martin – Camp Clearwater
Lisa Shank – Beyonder Resort Cajun Moon
Kandy Murphy – BuzzWorthy Property Management
Kinnley McNabb – Four Corners Resort and Marina
Erik Brown – Seal Rocks RV Cove
Rachel Margolis – Rincon Country East RV Resort
Deb Stough – Cedar Lake Campground
Laura Brooks – Pymatuning Adventure Resort
Sam Mueller – Forest Haven RV Resort
Kyle Closner – Noble Forest RV Village
Dawn Cannon – CRR Hospitality
Cindy Mark – Beaver Trail Campground, LLC
Heather Swartz Blauer – Chassahowitzka River Campground
Rebekka Blackmon – Greensport RV Park and Marina
Johanna Mason – Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park Camp-Resort
Daniel Henderson – Wyatts Hideaway Campground
Douglas Davis – Recon Equity, LLC
Nick Verhey – Sturgis View Campground
Gabriel Laso – FMWR
Year 2 OHP
Sonya Zacker – Clayton Park RV Escape
Courtney Mauldin – Lakewood Camping Resort
Corey Behymer – CERA Sports Park & Campground
Karla Rynes – USAG Fort McCoy / FMWR / BRD
Bill Bosley – Big Guys Campground
Laura Perri – Big Guys Campground
Kaycee Butt – Columbus North Jellystone Park
James Rennick – Camping On The Gulf
Kimberly Rennick – Camping On The Gulf
Erica Edmonds – Sun Outdoors Salt Lake City
Jackie Reagor – Fisherman’s RV Park
Rusty Mitchell – Rivers End Campground
Diggy Riley – Rancho Los Coches RV Park
Emily Button – Evergreen Campsites & Resort
Marty Reid – The Resort at Erie Landing
Brian Dawson – Homestead Campground
Katie McLeod – Quilly’s RV Park
Jeremy Corbin – Resort at Erie Landing
Jennifer Dawson – Homestead Campground
Bunny Henderson – Wyatts Hideaway Campground
Ashley Cary – Hidden Acres Family Campground
Robb Kelly – Valley View RV Resort
Casey Kelly – Valley View RV Resort
Abigail James – Mountain Lake Campground
Cyndi Elliott – Badlands Hotel and Campground
Jamie Dunklin – Redbud Ranch RV Resort
Thomas Bales – Swan Lake Resort & Campground
Ollie Gauthier – Hickory Hills Campground
“I’m so proud to be part of something so impactful. Watching these students be fully engaged in their learning is truly invaluable,” said Jim Button, chair of the OHI Board of Directors, owner of Evergreen Campsites, National School graduate, and National School instructor. “The relationships they’ve built and the knowledge they’ve gained will stay with them for years to come. They’re leaving fired up and ready to drive the Outdoor Hospitality Industry forward. Congratulations, Class of 2025!”
The George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality is an annual event that brings leading industry experts to the classroom to provide participants with the skills and expertise needed to make positive impacts on both their campgrounds and communities. These students’ accomplishments not only demonstrate commitment to personal and professional growth but also elevates the standards of the Outdoor Hospitality Industry.
OHI extends its gratitude to the sponsors who help make the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality possible: Newbook, TengoInternet, Green River Cabins and Cottages, and Firefly Reservations. Their support fosters education and growth within the Outdoor Hospitality Industry.
For the past 32 years, National School has been hosted by OHI, a member-driven organization dedicated to serving and advancing the Outdoor Hospitality Industry. If you’re interested in attending the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality in 2026 and receiving updates about scholarship opportunities, join the VIP list here.
