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Webinar to explore basics of credit card rates
(May 20, 2013) -- MCPS for Campgrounds will host a free webinar May 23 at 3 p.m. EDT, the company announced today. Titled Credit Card Rates 101, the session will help RV dealers and campground owners understand various rates and what they can do to manage costs.
Jackson Companies promotes Welch to VP of human resources
(May 20, 2013) -- The Jackson Companies in Myrtle Beach, S.C. has promoted Ron Welchel to the position of Vice President of Human Resources, Safety & Risk Management. Welchel is responsible for employee relations, compensation and benefit design and administration, staffing, safety, risk management and training.
RVDA webinar to address new OSHA regs
(May 20, 2013) -- "Much of the talk regarding OSHA recently concerns updates to the Hazard Communication Standard. But there’s more on the horizon, too," said Ryder. "The webinar will tackle issues ranging from enforcement policy and chemical regulations (GHS) to illness and injury prevention (I2P2), recordkeeping, and whistleblower protection."
New program for RV maintenance techs in campgrounds
(May 20, 2013) -- “Campgrounds only have time and space to rent. When RV maintenance issues arise, campgrounds will now have an opportunity to have a skilled ‘campground RV tech’ to help those distressed RVers which equates to keeping those dollars in park. This new program will give the participating campground a special edge over the competition,” Cooper adds.
N.D. farms reborn as campgrounds
(May 20, 2013) -- The rise of Devils Lake has swallowed hundreds of thousands of acres of farmland, crushing the livelihoods of those affected. But some former farming families have switched gears, replacing crops with campers, reports WDAZ.
Alberta businesses look forward to full camping season
(May 20, 2013) -- Business owners in Pigeon Lake are looking forward to this year’s season after most of the campground at Pigeon Lake Provincial Park closed early last year for renovations, reports CBC.ca.
MSN Money: Motorhome sales rise in hopeful economic sign
(May 20, 2013) -- If you find yourself on the road this Memorial Day weekend, you might want to keep track of the recreational vehicles you see, writes MSN Money. RV sales have been coming back, and may be another indicator of a strengthening economy.
Cruiser names Maynard Raber director of manufacturing
(May 20, 2013) -- Cruiser RV announced today the promotion of Maynard Raber to the company’s new position of director of manufacturing. With this new position, Raber will directly oversee the manufacturing of all products produced in the company’s manufacturing facilities.
Crowley RV Center wins Circle of Excellence award
(May 20, 2013) -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. has recognized Crowley RV Center, of Bristol, Conn., as a Circle of Excellence dealer for 2013, reports the Hartford Courant.
Couple rescued from overturned camper at Kan. state park
(May 20, 2013) -- Parts of Milford State Park were hit hard Saturday night by winds estimated to be around 75 miles an hour. Several campers were damaged and one was overturned, trapping an elderly couple inside, reports WIBW.
Corps unable to open campgrounds along navigation system
(May 20, 2013) -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District is unable to open Corps-operated campgrounds along the Oklahoma portion of the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System for the 2013 recreation season. Funding for the Oklahoma portion of the navigation system has been reduced to the point where the Corps is not able to safely open and operate the campgrounds.
Long investigation leads to arrest in Ill. campground theft
(May 20, 2013) -- Last Monday, a 19-year-old Sandwich man was arrested and charged with theft, capping a three month investigation, reports the Morris Daily Herald. Richard Stiles allegedly stole money from the Hide-A-Way Lakes Campground in Yorkville on Feb. 12.
Mercedes-Benz to launch North American Sprinter van
(May 20, 2013) -- Last week, the first wave of U.S. and Canadian reporters were handed the keys to a fleet of Sprinter vans as part of a “Press Drive Presentation” staged by Mercedes. The diesel powered Sprinter is set to launch in North America on Sept. 1, reports Examiner.com.
Calif. campground host named host of the year
(May 20, 2013) -- Brenda Negley lives in the midst of towering Giant Sequoias every summer at Nelder Grove. Her position as campground host and her many hours of volunteerism have been nationally recognized; she has been named the Sierra National Forest Regional and National Campground Host of the Year, writes the Sierra Star.
Ariz. town, FMI eye partnership for RV park expansion
(May 20, 2013) -- If the town of Clifton and Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. are able to follow through on a partnership to expand the existing North Clifton RV Park, Okie Town may see life once again, reports the Eastern Arizona Courier.
El Monte RV teams up with Thousand Trails, Encore
(May 20, 2013) -- El Monte RV has teamed up with Thousand Trails campgrounds and Encore RV resorts to create all-inclusive RV getaways. The getaway includes an RV rental from any El Monte RV location nationwide with overnight campground accommodations at over 170 locations, unlimited mileage and free generator use for as low as $99 per night.
Carefree RV Resorts launches first Facebook photo contest
(May 20, 2013) -- Carefree RV Resorts is launching its first ever “Havin’ a Carefree Summer” Facebook photo competition with top prizes that include an iPad mini, Canon digital camera, and Shell Fuel giftcard, Carefree announced today.
Keystone Laredo debuts new 30-foot 'Life-Size' trailer
(May 20, 2013) -- Keystone Laredo's latest installment is the new 274RB island kitchen travel trailer. At 30-feet long and a weight easily towed by half-ton pickups and SUVs, it is compact but loaded with features, according to product manager Adam Smith.
Canadian authorities keep watch on recreationists from the air
(May 20, 2013) -- The Calgary Herald reports that from the bird's-eye view of a helicopter, more than 100 provincial forestry staff and RCMP are patrolling remote Alberta campgrounds, looking for unruly campers and campsites, littering, and destruction over the Victoria Day long weekend.
Wristbands help tame the uncomfortable effects of travel
(May 20, 2013) -- The unpleasant effects of choppy seas, bumpy flights, winding roads or even spinning Ferris wheels can ruin an otherwise great adventure, says Davis Instruments. A non-drug aid, Queaz-Away Travelers' Wristbands from Davis Instruments, helps tame the tummies of people on the go.
MCD graduates new dealer class
(May 20, 2013) -- On May 9, 2013, technicians from a number of RV dealer and renovation companies attended MCD Innovation’s latest training session for cockpit installation. The three-day course provided technicians the opportunity to properly measure and install MCD Day/Night Shade Systems.
Tiffin recalls 293 for awning installation sequence
(May 20, 2013) -- Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. is recalling 293 model year 2013 Breeze and Allegro motorhomes. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.
Heartland recalls 890 for awning installation sequence
(May 20, 2013) -- Heartland Recreational Vehicles is recalling 890 fifth wheels and travel trailers. If the awning installation sequence was not completely followed, the awning motor may unknowingly become damaged.
Spartan recalls 2,694 for steering gear mounting brackets
(May 20, 2013) -- Spartan Motors Chassis is recalling 2,694 model year 2006-2011 K2, and K3 and 2006-2010 MM motorhome chassis. The steering gear mounting brackets may crack and detach resulting in a loss of steering.
Heartland recalls 55 for axles
(May 20, 2013) -- Heartland Recreational Vehicles is recalling 55 model year 2013-2014 Sundance travel trailers, model 322RES. The axles are mounted too far forward on the frame which may cause improper trailer balance while towing.
