Commerce Secretary Says ‘No Option’ But to Fix Semi Shortage
May 27, 2021
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo discussed semiconductor accessibility and manufacturing in the U.S. in various appearances the past week.
Economy
Florida Holiday Eliminates Outdoor Recreation Taxes
May 26, 2021
Florida will introduce a tax holiday spotlighting outdoor gear and recreational activities from July 1-7.
Camping World Acquisition to Create More Jobs
May 24, 2021
Nomad Reservations, a campground booking company in Montrose, Colorado, is the latest in the outdoor industry to see notable developments after a successful 2020, Montrose Press reported.
Association Webinar to Discuss Shipment Projections
May 21, 2021
RVIA’s quarterly forecast highlighting shipment projections and economic insights will be discussed in an upcoming members-only webinar.
Commerce Secretary Discusses Semiconductor Chips
May 21, 2021
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo met Thursday with CEOs and senior executives from companies representing the semiconductor supply chain and customer base.
Lake Tahoe to See Amenity, Campsite Upgrades
May 21, 2021
Five local projects around Lake Tahoe are receiving funding fueled by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA).
Consumer Survey Finds ‘Split’ in Travel, Vaccine Perspectives
May 18, 2021
RVer membership club Harvest Hosts unveiled its newest study on consumer travel mindsets, highlighting a split when it comes to safety decisions – such as vaccine passport use.
Gas Prices Surpass $3 a Gallon Average
May 18, 2021
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported average retail prices for regular grade gasoline at $3.03 a gallon the week of May 17. The average is the first to top $3 a gallon since Oct. 27, 2014.
EIA Predicts Summer Gas Consumption
May 14, 2021
The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) latest Short-Term Energy Outlook reports increasing gas consumption this coming summer.
‘Skyrocketing’ RV Sales Spark Rehabbed Park Demand
May 14, 2021
Booming RV sales are sparking demand for new, rehabbed RV parks, Forbes reported.
Campground Association to Help Boost Franchise Revenue
May 13, 2021
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) is making moves to help KOA campground owners boost revenue and operational improvements.
Outdoor Recreation Leadership to ‘Exchange Ideas’ at June Event
May 13, 2021
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) will welcome federal stakeholders, businesses and nonprofit sectors to join a discussion surrounding outdoor recreation’s future.