June 22, 2021

2020 RV Industry Profile Now Available

The RV Industry Association’s 2020 RV Industry Profile has been released. The annual report provides a detailed look at RV production and shipment statistics, including historical comparisons of shipment data and unit dollar volume, as well as production breakdowns by product type and shipment destination. Check out key findings at RV-PRO

June 22, 2021

Camping World Continues Expansion of RV Dealer Network in Ohio with Development Plans in the Greater Columbus and East Cleveland Areas

Camping World announced that it has executed purchase agreements for the planned development of two new RV SuperCenters on approximately 15 acres of land in Sunbury, Ohio and 15 acres of land in Madison, Ohio. Camping World currently has four locations in the state of Ohio and plans to open...

June 22, 2021

Outdoor Foundation 2021 Outdoor Participation Trends Report Shows Record Participation Rates and Long-Term Challenges

BOULDER, Colo. (June 22, 2021) —Outdoor Foundation today released exclusive insights about Americans’ engagement in outdoor activities in 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As detailed throughout the report, COVID-19 inspired huge participation growth, as outdoor spaces became places of refuge to safely socialize, improve physical and mental health, connect with...

June 22, 2021

AAA: 48M Americans Plan Independence Day Getaway

More than 47.7 million Americans will take to the nation’s roadways and skies this Independence Day (July 1–5), as travel volumes are expected to nearly fully recover to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, this will be the second-highest Independence Day travel volume on record, trailing only 2019. Overall, just 2.5% fewer...

June 21, 2021

Appalachian Gear Company Debuts First-of-its-Kind Sleeping Bag

Kings Mountain, NC – June 21, 2021 – Appalachian Gear Company is committed to giving customers the best night of sleep possible on the trail. The outdoor lifestyle brand is proud to announce a revolutionary new sleeping bag featuring its All-Paca™ fabric. The highly water resistant, highly breathable Ugly Bag...

June 21, 2021

Hobby announces lightweight BEACHY caravan range

The German caravan and motorhome manufacturer, Hobby, has announced a new, lightweight sub-brand called BEACHY for 2022 aimed at newcomers to caravanning. It says the BEACHY was inspired by sun, sea and sand – the feeling of being on holiday – with interiors and decor inspired by being by the...

June 21, 2021

In Mountain Towns, Locals Brace for Fire Threat From Adventure Travelers

In Mammoth Lakes, California, a town in the Eastern Sierra known for its skiing and outdoor recreation, tourism has been booming. The town’s residents are terrified. Adventure Journal

June 21, 2021

Cotopaxi to Launch Camp Collection in Partnership with Teva, MiiR, and ENO

Salt Lake City, UT. (June 21, 2021) – Outdoor gear and apparel brand and certified B Corp Cotopaxi, is excited to announce their adventure-ready partnership  with fellow outdoor brands Teva, MiiR, and ENO. The Camp Collection is a celebration of summer and camping season, paired with a commitment to responsibly...

June 20, 2021

The New Trend Of Wanderlust, Work-From-Anywhere Digital Nomads

The same way people view remote work as gaining back freedom, there’s been a steadily growing movement of people traveling the U.S. in their recreational vehicles for work and pleasure. Forbes

June 19, 2021

Lemonis’ Camping World electric RV project hits a snag

After saying it has enough orders in place for the company’s Endurance truck to begin production.  In a new filing with the Security and Exchange Commission, Lordstown admitted the purchase agreements it had in hand did not represent binding purchase orders. Marcus Lemonis has also suggested Camping World has ended...