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June 7, 2022
RVIA Unveils Annual Awards at D.C. Event
The second day of RVs Move America Week turned the spotlight on the RV Industry Association (RVIA)’s many committees that are working to make things happen. For the first time since 2019, industry leaders are gathering in Washington, D.C., for the association’s esteemed event. Today is the final day of...
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June 6, 2022
New clues are revealing why exercise can keep the brain healthy
Scientists are learning how muscles in motion can improve cognition and shield against diseases like Alzheimer's, paving the way for new treatments. National Geographic
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June 6, 2022
RVIA: RV Industry Impact is $140B in U.S. Alone
Just how much the RV industry has grown is captured in the new RVs Move America Economic Impact Study, produced by the RV Industry Association. The study revealed that the RV industry has an overall annual economic impact to the U.S. economy of $140 billion, supporting nearly 680,000 jobs, and paying more...
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June 6, 2022
Lippert expands into RV tents with TJ Snuggles acquisition
Lippert is acquiring the entire company including its highly skilled workforce as part of its overall strategy to stay ahead of the latest RV trends. RV expandable trailers have experienced a renaissance in recent years partly because of their affordability and partly because they are a logical next step from...
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June 6, 2022
E-Bikes on Shaky Ground in National Parks Pending Environmental Review
E-bike owners can still ride on national park trails previously reserved for human-powered travel — for now. A District of Columbia federal judge ruled that the National Park Service (NPS) can keep its existing rules in place for e-bike use on trails, but must now conduct its own environmental impact...
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June 2, 2022
35 Top Glamping Resorts in the U.S.
Many pre-pandemic travel trends, including international jaunts, all-inclusive resort vacations and multigenerational trips, are back in 2022. But perhaps the year's most notable travel trend is glamping, with 7 in 10 households identifying themselves as at least occasional campers or glampers as of 2021, according to the 2022 North American...
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June 2, 2022
Coffee Drinking Linked to Lower Mortality Risk, New Study Finds
The research found that those who drank moderate amounts of coffee, even with a little sugar, were up to 30 percent less likely to die during the study period than those who didn’t drink coffee. NY Times (paywall)
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June 2, 2022
Why Outdoor Retailer Is at the Center of a Fierce Industry Debate
At a time when outdoor participation is booming and companies in the space are reaping the benefits, the industry is perhaps at one of its most fractured points. And its biggest trade show, Outdoor Retailer, has found itself at the center of the divide. FN
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June 2, 2022
Tips and Tricks for Visiting a National Park Without a Reservation
To cut down on crowds, eliminate wait times, and help preserve natural resources, an increasing number of national parks are capping visitation and requiring advanced reservations this summer. If you’re one of those organized people who plans your life months in advance, bully for you. But if you’re a person...
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June 2, 2022
Evo Hotel, First of Its Kind, Opens in Salt Lake City
If you know evo as a first stop for skis, boots, and accessories shopping, you’ll probably be surprised to learn that the retailer also wants to be involved in your travel planning. The Seattle-based gear company opened its first evo-branded hotel earlier this year in Salt Lake City on the outdoors-themed Campus Salt Lake...
