August 3, 2022

Visit World’s Tallest Tree, Get a $5K Fine and 6 Months in Jail

The park plans to fine and imprison anyone caught visiting Hyperion, the world’s tallest tree, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Anyone who goes near the tree or the closed area around it faces a $5,000 fine and 6 months in jail. Gear Junkie

August 2, 2022

Camping World’s Q2 Profits Dip

Camping World Holdings, Inc. reported net income declined 19.5 percent in the second quarter ended June 30 as sales grew 5.2 percent. Gross margins eroded due to the higher cost of vehicles. Revenue was a record $2.2 billion for the second quarter, an increase of $106.8 million, or 5.2%; gross...

August 2, 2022

212-Site, 155-Acre Wis. Park Hits the Auction Block

Bids are being accepted for the former Annie’s Campground location in Gresham, Wis., according to WSAW. Information on the auction was posted to Facebook Marketplace. The 212-site campground sits on just over 155 acres. Woodallscm

August 2, 2022

60 hikers rescued as raging California wildfire spreads on the Pacific Crest Trail

A huge wildfire was growing, and a massive smoke plume could be seen from the iconic trail. The McKinney Fire is the largest wildfire of the season in California, according to The Sacramento Bee. As of Monday evening, it grew to more than 55,490 acres with no containment, The Bee...

August 2, 2022

LCI Industries Reports $1.5 Billion in Q2 Net Sales, Up 40%

Highlighted by net sales of $1.5 billion in the second quarter, up 40% year-over-year, LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII) which, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lippert Components Inc. (Lippert), supplies a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading OEMs in the recreation and transportation product markets, and the related aftermarkets of...

August 2, 2022

Eriba reveals a new generation of Touring caravans

German caravan brand Eriba has revealed a new generation of its hugely popular Touring range of caravans, featuring a new look, better aerodynamics, strong and durable construction and all-new interiors – all of which the company says makes the range ‘anything but ordinary’. The new Touring series will feature seven...

August 1, 2022

THOR Industries Highlights Partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA

ELKHART, Ind., Aug. 1, 2022  -- Underscoring its continued commitment to promoting inclusivity in the outdoors, THOR Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) is highlighting its two-year partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the preeminent leadership development organization for girls grades K-12, through the short film "Stronger Together". In the multi-year partnership, THOR sponsors GSUSA's largest and most popular...

August 1, 2022

Ultralight Tents Get an Upgrade with the Outdoor Vitals Fortius Trekking Pole Tent

CEDAR CITY, Utah (Aug 01, 2022)/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Outdoor Vitals, the Utah-based performance outdoor apparel and gear brand, today announced the release of its Fortius Trekking Pole Tent. Available in one-person and two-person versions, the Fortius is an ultralight tent that is actually storm-worthy, giving more options for pitching when it...

July 29, 2022

Camping World to End NASCAR Support

Multiple racing-themed news publications are reporting that Camping World is ending its longtime NASCAR Truck Series sponsorship after this season. Camping World has been the title sponsor for NASCAR’s Truck Series for more than a decade. RV-Pro

July 29, 2022

Pete’s RV Center Acquires American Family RV in Virginia

On July 22nd, Vermont-based Pete’s RV Center officially assumed ownership of American Family RV with dealership locations in Chesapeake and Salem, Virginia. Opened in 2012 by Layne and Carol Rowland, American Family RV grew into a reputable dealership for sales and service in the Hampton Roads area and into the Outer Banks...