Camping and RV News and Press Releases
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August 16, 2022
Epic Camping Fails
We’ve all made mistakes in the outdoors. It’s just part of the journey. Maybe you packed two left climbing shoes, booked the wrong campsite or forgot the cooking fuel. REI collected the best blunders from members, staffers and others. These are some of their favorite outdoor fails. REI
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August 15, 2022
RV Retailer Announces Leadership Appointments
RV Retailer, LLC announced it hired Jennifer Robinson as vice president and chief financial officer, Mario Lozada as chief information officer and Shahnaz Broucek as chief leadership coach and culture development officer. SGB
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August 13, 2022
Walmart’s popular practice of allowing overnight RV and van parking is called into question after woman sues over fatal parking-lot fire
Walmart parking lots have long been a haven for recreational vehicles and other drivers looking to sleep in their cars. But a new lawsuit has invited scrutiny on that practice. A woman named Essie McKenzie is suing Walmart after her 6-year-old daughter was killed and another daughter, then 9 years...
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August 12, 2022
Garmin Introduces New Dash Cam Technology
Garmin International announced the Garmin DriveCam 76 and RVcam 795 all-in-one navigators with a built-in, high-definition dash cam. Both models feature a sharp seven-inch display, 1080p HD video recording and wide 140-degree field of view to capture a broad picture of the road ahead. Once plugged in, the camera continually...
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August 12, 2022
Bombardier Recreational Products Targeted with Cyberattack
The company has activated its internal network of IT professionals and retained the services of cybersecurity experts to assist in securing its systems and support its internal investigation. Operations have been suspended temporarily, which may delay certain transactions with customers and suppliers. RV Business
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August 10, 2022
This New Glamping Resort in Utah Takes You to the Edge of Bryce Canyon National Park
Under Canvas opened its latest location earlier this month just 15 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park and located on 750 acres of land at over 7,000 feet in elevation. The property features 50 safari-style canvas tents surrounded by forest and majestic landscapes. All the tents come with private ensuite bathrooms...
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August 10, 2022
Why National Parks Keep Flooding This Summer
According to NASA, scientists have been predicting for years that climate change would increase extreme rainfall events, with once-rare weather becoming more frequent as the atmosphere heats up. Warmer air temperatures increase evaporation and are physically able to hold more water vapor than cooler temps, meaning that the severity of...
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August 8, 2022
Thanks to Dometic, You’ll Have Running Water on Your Next Camping Trip
Mesdag created the first touchscreen-compatible, waterproof case for smartphones, in sync with the launch of the original iPhone. At MSR, he adapted a military water filter design to hydration bladders, allowing you to just suck on the hose, and filter as you drink. He once spent six months, and took two...
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August 8, 2022
Autocamp Plans to Double Portfolio By End of 2023
Luxury campground chain Autocamp has boomed in popularity as travelers have continued flocking to the brand’s unique Airstream trailer-based hotel rooms. And now, it’s riding this wave of popularity with plans to open four additional locations in 2023, which will nearly double the number of its properties. Autocamp currently operates five locations in...
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August 8, 2022
Together Outdoors To Support “Front Line” Dei Orgs Through New Grant Program
The Together Outdoors (TO) Coalition, an initiative committed to advancing equity and inclusion in all aspects of the outdoor recreation experience, is excited to announce a new grant program designed to support organizations on the front lines of the effort to build a more accessible, welcoming outdoor ecosystem. This program,...
