New Military Pass Gives Troops Free Access to National Parks
Press Release
May 16, 2012
An annual pass granting free access to more than 2,000 national parks, wildlife refuges, national forests and other public lands is now available to the nation’s service members and their families. The pass is part of the Joining Forces initiative. Beginning on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May... Read more »
Renegade Ikon Draws Crowd at Good Sam Rally
May 14, 2012
The new flagship Ikon was getting plenty of looks at the latest Good Sam Rally at the Phoenix International Raceway. The unique Class A behemoth combines the look, feel and amenities of a bus conversion with the impressive 57,000-pound GVWR Freightliner Cascadia commercial duty chassis. The 45-foot,... Read more »
Winnebago Earns Recognition for Safety
Press Release
May 11, 2012
Winnebago Industries Inc.’s Forest City and Charles City, Iowa, locations recently received safety awards from the Iowa-Illinois Safety Council (IISC) at the 59th Annual Professional Development Conference and Expo held in Dubuque, Iowa, April 25-27. According to a news release, the awards were... Read more »
Flora and Fauna along South Dakota’s Scenic Byway
Amanda Lepinski
May 11, 2012
The Wildlife Loop Scenic Byway, located within Custer State Park, stretches for 18 miles and has something to offer every traveler. Nestled among South Dakota’s famous Badlands, the drive guarantees gorgeous views of prairies and mountain foothills. Named accordingly, this byway also gives travelers... Read more »
Flying Flags RV Resort Gets $1.5 Million Upgrade
Press Release
May 10, 2012
When a group of investors acquired Flying Flags RV Resort seven years ago, they initially planned to demolish the property and replace it with single family homes. Market conditions quickly changed, however, and the investors realized they might be better off simply improving the resort, which... Read more »
Newmar Corp. to Support Annual Vetsroll
Press Release
May 9, 2012
Newmar will partner with VetsRoll.org to help honor our country’s veterans by lending a Ventana 4337 diesel motorhome from May 20-23 to use as the pilot vehicle for the 10 Prevost charter coaches filled with veterans and support staff traveling to Washington, DC. President of VetsRoll.org, Mark... Read more »
CrossRoads RV Breaks Ground on New Cruiser Facility
Press Release
May 7, 2012
CrossRoads RV broke ground on April 19 on a new 93,000 sq.-ft. manufacturing facility with 5,000 sq.-ft of office space adjacent to CrossRoads existing 45-acre campus in Topeka, Indiana. The new manufacturing facility will house the company’s Cruiser product line. The Indiana Economic Development Corporation... Read more »
CrossRoads Thanks Military with Operation Appreciation Open House
Press Release
May 3, 2012
For the second year, CrossRoads RV will host an open house in honor of all active-duty and retired military personnel. The Operation Appreciation Open House will be held on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 19, at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort at Barton Lake in Fremont, Ind. The open... Read more »
Economies of Scale
Bob Livingston
May 1, 2012
As the final final days of spring make way for the transition into the summer travel season, it’s time to bust out the campground directories, peruse the Internet and, in many cases, consult with motorhoming friends to make plans for our next trips. Once again our plans may be impacted by financial... Read more »
Fleetwood Announces Military Savings Program
Press Release
April 30, 2012
Fleetwood RV announced today the launch of an exclusive Military Savings Program available through May 31. The initiative offers active duty military and veterans a manufacturer’s rebate of up to $5,000 on the purchase of an eligible model year 2012 and older new, unused and unregistered Fleetwood... Read more »
