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Go RVing Trends To Know: AI-Powered Chatbots
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on the continuing evolution of AI-powered chatbots. Unlike traditional…
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Over 425 Pennsylvania Campsites Close Indefinitely Due to DOGE Cuts
The following is a report from The Philadelphia Inquirer. Several federally operated campgrounds at one of Pennsylvania’s most popular summer…
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Newbook Launches Enhanced Payment Solution for Outdoor Hospitality
Newbook, provider of hospitality management solutions and part of the Storable family of brands, has launched an enhanced version of…
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Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged, Outlook More Uncertain
The following is a report from The Associated Press. The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday and…
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Go RVing Details Young Families’ Role in the RV Market
Building off the recently released Go RVing 2025 RV Owner Demographic Profile, the new “Young Families Subgroup Special Report” highlights…
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RV PRO Roundup: Employee Appreciation & Boosting Company Culture
Employee Appreciation Day, established in 1995, is celebrated annually on the first Friday in March (in 2025, it fell on…
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Judge Says National Park Service Must Reinstate All Fired Employees
The following is a report from SFGATE. A federal judge in San Francisco has ordered the National Park Service and…
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‘Tin Can Tourists’ Mark Origins of Tampa Bay RV Camping
The following is a report from Tampa Magazines. Americans spend millions each year on campers and recreational vehicles (RVs). While…
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US Consumer Sentiment Near 2-1/2-Year Low
The following is a report from Reuters. U.S. consumer sentiment plunged to a nearly 2-1/2-year low in March and inflation…
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Spring Travel: 28 Million Americans Intend to RV
The latest RV Industry Association (RVIA) Spring Travel Intentions Survey revealed key insights into RV travel and leisure travel trends,…
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NMLA Launches 2025 Survey Questionnaire for Marine Lenders
The National Marine Lenders Association (NMLA) announced the collection of data for its 2025 Annual Statistical Report (ASR) has begun.…
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‘RVing in New England’ Talks DiPietro’s 5-Week RV Trip
“RVing in New England,” the weekly Facebook Live show hosted by Bob Zagami and John DiPietro of the New England RV Dealers…
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RVIA: What Is HUD’s ‘RV’ Definition & Why Does It Matter?
In 2018, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) redefined and clarified the RV exemption from manufactured housing standards. This provided…
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The Dyrt: Campers Found Booking Campsites ‘Difficult’ in 2024
The Dyrt found that 56.1% of campers said they had a difficult time booking a site in 2024 because campgrounds…
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Spring Roadsigns Forecast Webinar This Friday
On Friday, March 14, at 1 p.m. Eastern, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) will host a members-only webinar to review…
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Wholesale Shipments Into Canada Increased 15.9% YOY
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reports that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the fourth quarter ending Dec. 31,…
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Go RV Rentals Releases 2025 RV Rental Price Index
Go RV Rentals has published its 2025 RV Rental Price Index Report, offering a detailed overview of rental rates and…
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RV PRO Roundup: Women in the RV Industry
Every March 8, International Women’s Day is celebrated worldwide, and in the United States, the entire month of March, Women’s…
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Video: Alliance RV Discusses Core Values
Alliance RV recently released a video with Coley Brady, Ryan Brady and Bill Martin exploring the company’s core values —Relentless…
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Azure Printed Homes Cofounder To Keynote CSS West Conference
The outdoor hospitality sector is soaring in 2025 as U.S. travelers are blending nature and luxury more than ever before.…
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Trump Postpones Some Tariffs on Mexico & Canada
The following is a report from The Associated Press. President Donald Trump on Thursday postponed 25% tariffs on many imports…
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RVDA of Canada Provides Updates on Tariffs
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada provided the following update to its members regarding the U.S.-Canada tariffs and…
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The Dyrt: Farm Camping Grows in Popularity for 5th Consecutive Year
The Dyrt found that farm camping is increasingly popular with campers. About one in seven campers (14.1%) reported camping on…
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Strong Sales, Attendance at UK Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show
The UK’s 2025 Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show closed on a high, with some exhibitors reporting significant sales increases and…
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New RoadSigns Report Forecasts Shipments To Hit 350K in 2025
The spring 2025 edition of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association, projects…
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SB 26 Continues To Move Through California Legislature
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). California Senate Bill 26 — the…
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Desire for Caravanning Remains Strong at German Reise + Camping Show
The following is a report from AboutCampBtoB.com. The 2025 edition of Reise + Camping closed its doors after five successful…
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RVIA Seeks Vital Input To Bolster Advocacy Efforts
The following was included in the RV Industry Association’s News & Insights report. The RV Industry Association (RVIA) is doubling…
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The Dyrt: 80% of Campers Plan To Camp in a National Park in 2025
The Dyrt found that four out of five campers plan to camp in a national park in 2025. America’s first…
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Warren Buffett Pays Homage to Pete Liegl in Annual Letter
The following is a report from Fortune. Warren Buffett says not many people will know the name Pete Liegl, and…
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OIA Urges Bold Advocacy & Strategic Engagement
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole issued the following letter to members regarding advocacy and its impact on the…
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Rep. Rudy Yakym Defends Administration’s Tariff Threats
The following is a report from The Elkhart Truth. U.S. Rep. Rudy Yakym defended the administration’s use of tariffs to…
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RoverPass 2025 Report: What’s Next in Outdoor Hospitality
RoverPass has officially released the 2025 RoverPass Outdoor Hospitality Report, providing an in-depth analysis of camping, RVing and glamping trends…
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Go RVing Shares Black RVers’ Inspiring Stories
The following was shared in the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s News & Insights report. Core to the Go RVing brand…
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OIA Warns Workforce Cuts Put Public Lands Access at Risk
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole released the following statement in response to recent staffing cuts at the U.S.…
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Kingstar’s Overland Trailer Features a Garage That Doubles as a Bedroom
The following is a report from AutoEvolution. Admittedly, you can’t have it all in life, but let that not stop…
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Trump’s Firing of 1,000 National Park Workers Raises Concerns
The following is a report from The Associated Press. The Trump administration has fired about 1,000 newly hired National Park…
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Protective Asset Protection Report Addresses F&I Product Trends
Protective Asset Protection, a leading provider of F&I programs and services, revealed its 2024 F&I Annual Update Report. The comprehensive…
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The Dyrt: 2024 Saw Less Camping Cancellations, No-Shows
The Dyrt found that 70.7% of campers say they used all their reservations in 2024, a significant increase from 58.9%…
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US Inflation Worsening With Rising Grocery, Gasoline Prices
The following is a report from The Associated Press. U.S. inflation accelerated last month as the cost of groceries, gas,…
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RV Makers Prepare for Production Impacts Amid Tariff Threats
The following is a report from WSBT-TV, a CBS affiliate in South Bend, Indiana. Not only has President Trump stamped…
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ICON, Daytona Racer Amber Balcaen Partner on New AI Tool
ICON and Gambit Technologies announced a partnership with ARCA driver Amber Balcaen for the week of the 2025 Daytona 500.…
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February Dealership Forum To Discuss Customer Communication
Join IDS’ Constellation Dealer Forum this month to learn how dealers are leveraging technology to have better communication with customers.…
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RVTI Master Technician Details Training Experience
The following is a testimonial published by the RV Industry Association (RVIA). The RV Technical Institute’s gold standard curriculum trains…
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Trump To Add 25% Steel, Aluminum Tariffs; More Import Duties Coming
The following is a report from The Associated Press. President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the…
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US Senators Issue Warning for National Parks
The following is a report from SFGATE. Twenty-two democratic and independent U.S. senators sent a letter Friday morning to newly confirmed U.S.…
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RVDA of Canada Offers Tariffs Webinar Recap, Recording
The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada held a webinar Thursday, Feb. 6 to address the potential impacts of…
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Nominations Open for Outstanding Women in Business
Every year, RV PRO recognizes some of the top women who are excelling in the RV industry. Whether they are…
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Update: Associations Issue Statements on Tariffs & Industry Impact
Update from 2/4 1 p.m. ET: U.S. Customs and Border Protection has released a bulletin to provide guidance on the…
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Trump To Pause Tariffs on Mexico, Still in Place for Canada & China
The following is a report from The Associated Press. U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum put their…
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RVTI Spotlights RV Tech Career Path at Florida RV SuperShow
As the RV industry gears up for a new year, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) is at the forefront, engaging…
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AP: California Withdraws EPA Requests for Stricter Emissions Rules
The following is a report from the Associated Press. California’s efforts to limit pollution from diesel-powered trains and big rigs…
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California’s SB 26: A Revision to Recent Changes in California’s Lemon Law
The following was a News & Insights report from the RV Industry Association (RVIA). California Senator Tom Umberg introduced Senate…
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MSN: Make-a-Wish Surprises Families With Campers at Syracuse RV Show
The following is a report from MSN. The Ultimate RV Show at the New York State Fairgrounds became the launchpad…
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RV Learning Center Fixed Ops Workshop Set for NTP-STAG Expo
RV dealership personnel from across the country are headed to the 2025 NTP-STAG Expo in Aurora, Colorado, next week where fixed operations…
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RV Storage & Service Provider Rebrands, Expands Nationwide
Outrig, formerly known as goHomePort, has unveiled a new name, logo and website as part of a rebranding effort. The…
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Four Points RV Resorts Adds 5th Jellystone Park Franchise to Portfolio
Four Points RV Resorts is adding a fifth Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort franchise to its portfolio. Four Points recently…
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A Welcome Economic Rebound
Clearing skies with a chance of showers. Retailers can look forward to a gradually improving operating environment in 2025, thanks…
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RVDA, RV Trader, Stat Surveys Launch Free Purchase Strategy Webinar
The National RV Dealers Association (RVDA) and RV Trader, the online marketplace for RV sales, in collaboration with Statistical Surveys,…
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Elements of Style
What’s inside counts. Interior design affects the functionality of a space in addition to the overall comfort and aesthetics. RVers,…
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OHI: How Outdoor Businesses Can Advocate for Climate in 2025
The Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) published the following article on four ways outdoor businesses can advocate for climate in 2025:…
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RVDA’s Ingrassia Talks ‘New Outlook’ on Legislative Issues
The following column was written by Phil Ingrassia, president of the RV Dealers Association (RVDA), and originally published in the December…
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Performance Brokerage Services, Stanek Group To Host Webinar
Performance Brokerage Services and The Stanek Group at Morgan Stanley will be hosting a Panel Discussion with Raul Rodriguez, senior vice president…
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Industry Professionals’ Predictions for 2025
If we have learned anything since 2020, it’s probably to be flexible with what you have planned. In fact, the…
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A2C: Are You Inviting Unwanted Holiday Guests?
The following is a post from Accelerate2Compliance on heightened cyber-attacks businesses should be aware of during the holidays. The holiday…
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RVTI Board Welcomes Chair, Two New Members
In 2025, the RV Technical Institute (RVTI)’s board of directors is welcoming its next chair, as well as two new…
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Refreshing RV Interiors
Beginning with a small warehouse space in Elkhart, Indiana, Panel Solutions, a manufacturer of products for the RV and other…
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RVIA 2024 Annual Meeting: Recordings Available
On Thursday, Dec. 12, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) held its 2024 Annual Meeting, the association’s primary membership-wide meeting that…
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CNN: California Emission Rules Stand as Supreme Court Denies Appeal
The following is a report from CNN. The Supreme Court declined Monday to take up an appeal from conservative states…
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OIA: Post-Election Policy Implications for the Outdoor Industry
The 2024 election resulted in a dynamic political landscape with significant policy implications for outdoor industry businesses, particularly in overseas…
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RVDA Launches Dealer Help Desk & Solution Center
The RV Dealers Association (RVDA) has launched a new member service, the RVDA Help Desk & Solution Center, designed to…
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Grand Canyon National Park Named Top Outdoor Destination for 2025
The following is a report from Travel + Leisure. In recent years, RVing has transformed from a niche pastime into…
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Marriott Explores the Outdoors With Postcard Cabins, Trailborn
Marriott International announced the expansion of its outdoor-focused lodging offerings through two founding deals with key players in the outdoor…
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Small Business Optimism Spikes, Surpasses 50-Year Average
The following is a report from The Hill. Small business optimism jumped in November, surpassing the 50-year average for the…
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Roadtrippers’ Top Tips for Budget-Friendly Winter Travel
As inflation bites and flexible remote work fades into the rearview mirror, the joy of travel does not have to…
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Discovery Channel To Spotlight Family RV Association
The Family RV Association (FRVA), formerly known as Family Motor Coach Association, has announced that it will partner with Kevin…
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ORR Releases Annual Rankings of State Outdoor Rec Economies
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced its second annual rankings of state outdoor recreation economies based on the latest data…
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Why More Retirees Are Choosing RV Living
The following is a report from GOBankingRates. For many retirees, it’s easy to romanticize RV living. Imagine hitting the open…
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Brunswick Named One of America’s ‘Most Responsible Companies’
Brunswick Corp. announced it has earned a spot on Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the fifth consecutive…
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RVIA: RV Shipments Projected To Climb in 2025
The Winter 2024 edition of RV RoadSigns, the quarterly forecast prepared by ITR Economics for the RV Industry Association (RVIA),…
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Ultrafabrics, Pantone Collaborate on New Palette
Ultrafabrics, maker of high-performance textiles, and the Pantone Color Institute announced their third annual collaboration, celebrating Pantone’s Color of the…
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Webinar Recording: Impact of CARB’s ACT Regulation on Motorhomes
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the RV Industry Association (RVIA) held a webinar to discuss the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation and…
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RVshare Trends Report: Consumers To Travel Less, Spend More
RVshare unveiled its 2025 Travel Trend Report, the brand’s sixth annual research survey and data analysis. This year’s Travel Trend…
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RVIA: Claude Donati Makes a Difference in the Industry
The following profile is from the RVIA’s News & Insights report. Claude Donati, managing member at Nexus RV, has been…
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CRVA Reports Shipments Up 24.5% YOY
The Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association (CRVA) reported that RV wholesale shipments into Canada for the third quarter ending Sept. 30…
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New Review Platform ‘Chasing Horsepower’ To Cover RVs
After decades of serving as one of the most recognizable voices in the auto industry, TV personality and transportation expert Mike…
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Transport Canada Releases Statement on Canada Post Strike
Note: The following is a letter provided by the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) of Canada, offering insight from Transport…
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FIAT Begins E-Ducato Production in Italy
FIAT Professional announced the official start of production for the E-Ducato — the all-electric version of the celebrated FIAT Professional…
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Blue Ridge/Toccoa River KOA Holiday Named KOA’s 2025 Rising Star
The Blue Ridge/Toccoa River KOA Holiday, owned and operated by the Kieffer family — John, Beth, and their daughter Ali…
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OIA Applauds Introduction of ‘America the Beautiful’ Act
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole released the following statement celebrating the introduction of the “America the Beautiful Act” by U.S. Sens. Steve…
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New Data: Outdoor Rec Generates $1.2 Trillion, Supports 5M American Jobs
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced new economic data released by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)…
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Outdoor Hospitality a Significant Part of Outdoor Rec Economy
The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, released national and state economic data…
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OHI Creates New Award Amid Jeff Sims’ Upcoming Retirement
OHI (Outdoor Hospitality Industry) announced the retirement of Jeff Sims, its revered director of state relations and program advocacy, who…
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CompoCloset Introduces the S1 Sealing Toilet With Urine Diverter
CompoCloset, a leader in portable composting and eco-friendly toilets, announced the launch of the CompoCloset S1, a portable toilet that combines…
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ORR ‘Hopeful’ Burgum Will Support, Grow Outdoor Rec Economy
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) issued the following statement on President-elect Donald Trump’s intention to nominate North Dakota Governor Doug…
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Go RVing Trends To Know: Travel Tuesday
Go RVing released its Monthly Trends Report, this month with findings on “Travel Tuesday,” a perhaps lesser-known shopping holiday similar…
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Load Trail & Cross Trailers Announce Joint Acquisition of Stealth Trailers
Load Trail and Cross Trailers, two leaders in the trailer manufacturing industry, announced their joint acquisition of Stealth Trailers, a…
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Forbes: Schools Bet on Skilled Trades Over Degrees
The following is a report from Forbes. If you follow education at all, you’ve probably heard that record numbers of…
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Australian Camper Van Gets High-Voltage Boost
New Atlus offered a look at Trakka’s 2025 Torino camper van, which returns to the company’s lineup after a short…
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Camping Carolinas Exec Director, Member Campground Win National Awards
Tuesday, Nov. 5, was an award-winning day for the Carolinas camping industry, as OHI, the national association for the outdoor…
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