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WCM’s Park Update is a weekly show covering the news, happenings, and events in the Outdoor Hospitality industry. Sponsored by Bushtec Safari.
Hosted by Ben Quiggle, editor of Woodall’s Campground Magazine (WCM), and Mike Gast, former vice president of communications at Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) and a senior writer for RVTravel.com.
WCM’s Park Update is a production of Woodall’s Campground Magazine. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://woodallscm.com/subscribe/
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COE Returning to Branson for Third Year
Lori Severson & Danielle Todd join WCM's Park Update, sponsored by Newbook, to chat about the third annual Campground Owners Expo which takes place at the end of November. Both Severson and Todd walk through the highlights of the conference and some of the unique activities attendees can take part in.
They also talk about how the conference continues to grow, why the conference was formed and how it helps park owners and smaller state associations.
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Sep 21, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Introducing The Show & What We Do
This week on our Supplier Showcase, sponsored by Everest Ice & Water Systems, we chat about the opportunities available for supplier partners to get in front of park owners and how park owners can get a look at products and suppliers as we head into the off-season.
This video series is hosted by WCM’s Digital Media Coordinator Alex Burkett. It focuses on industry vendors by providing both business and product updates. Industry vendors interested in highlighting their products can contact Alex Burkett at aburkett@rvbusiness.com for more information.
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Sep 19, 2023
The Glamping Show is Almost Here!
WCM is excited to once again be attending the Glamping Show Americas and David Korse, the show's organizer, joins WCM's Park Update, sponsored by Newbook, to give us all the details on this year's show — which promises to be bigger and better than ever.
With over 140 confirmed vendors, speakers with decades of experience in the industry and a great chance to walk through dozens of accommodation units, the Glamping Show Americas — from Oct. 3-4 — is going to be bustling.
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Sep 14, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Campground Views CEO on Virtual Tours, Map Feature
This week on our Supplier Showcase, sponsored by Everest Ice & Water Systems, we chat with Mark Koep, founder and CEO of the Campground Views, about how the company was founded, what goes into creating a virtual tour, and the benefits it can provide parks.
WCM also asked Mark about their new unique, hand-drawn map integration that visitors can access to get an in-depth view of their desired site.
To learn more about the Campground Views, click here: https://www.https://campgroundviews.com/omg/. To view the Idaho Falls Luxury RV Park map integration, click here: https://idahofallsluxuryrvpark.com/
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Sep 12, 2023
CMH & a Look at the Public Sector
Geoff Baekey, managing director of CMH Government Services, joins the show to chat about public sector parks and how funding and current trends are leading to more projects at publicly-managed parks. He highlights trends and notes the importance of public/private partnerships.
Baekey also discusses reservation system issues, whether public parks are keen to expand and add more sites, challenges that public parks face and more.
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Sep 7, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Murble Game Owner on Unique Game & Rec. Possibilities
This week on our Supplier Showcase, sponsored by Everest Ice & Water Systems, we chat with Murray Kramer, owner of the Murble Game, a game loosely based on the ancient European game called Bocce. “Murbles” (Murray’s marbles) however, are sized right, lighter, more dynamic, exciting, and made for the whole family to play.
WCM also asked Murray about the rules of the game, recreation possibilities, how to generate revenue in camp stores, and how to drive more reservations through in-park tournaments.
To learn more about the Murble Game, click here: https://www.murblegame.com/. COUPON: "WALMG15" for 15% OFF!
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Sep 5, 2023
Managing the Growing Glamping Landscape
WCM's Park Update welcomes Nick Purslow, managing director of Glampitect USA, to its show to chat about how glamping continues to grow in North America and different challenges the market faces.
A new resident of Edmington, Purslow hails from the UK and notes the differences between the glamping market in North America and the already fully developed market in Europe. He also discusses zoning challenges and offers key advice to glamping park developers and entrepreneurs.
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Aug 29, 2023
Managing Your PR, Good or Bad
Brad Ritter, The Comms Coach, joins the show to chat about public relations, the good and the bad, and how park owners should prepare for when reporters come knocking. From social media, to local news sources and beyond, everything is visible now and how park owners manage their park's public persona is key to the success of their park.
We chat about pre-planning, run through various scenarios and chat about how park owners can utilize the local media to spread the word about things going on at their parks. To learn more, head to https://thecommscoach.tv/.
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Aug 22, 2023
Jeff Cavins on Outdoorsy Fund, Growth
WCM's Park Update chats with Jeff Cavins, the CEO and co-founder of Outdoorsy, about the company's recent announcement of a fund to help individuals start glamping businesses. H goes through the ins and outs of the new fund and how the company hopes it will stir more individuals to create glamping spaces.
Cavins details the company's move into park ownership and the development of the company's first glamping park in Texas. He highlights the fact that the company has the goal of owning more than 500 parks. Cavins also discusses the RV rental market, Outdoorsy's holistic approach to serving the outdoor hospitality industry and more.
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Aug 15, 2023
Michael Moore on Issues Facing Associations, Parks
WCM's Park Update chats with Michael Moore, the past president of CAMP and the supplier representative on the National ARVC board about trends impacting state campground associations, including membership trends, trends impacting members and the influx of new park owners.
He also discusses how park owners are fairing in 2023 and notes that park owners need to find ways to differentiate themselves to keep campers coming back.
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Aug 10, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Campground Accounting on Ind. Specific Bookkeeping & Tax Services
This week on our Supplier Showcase, we chat with Donna Bordeaux, co-owner and founder of Campground Accounting, an industry-specific service provider, about its services and what makes Campground Accounting different.
WCM also asked Donna about the difference between QuickBooks and a dedicated professional, when to make the switch and the kickoff process.
To learn more about Campground Accounting, click here: https://campgroundaccounting.com/. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://woodallscm.com/subscribe/
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Aug 8, 2023
Campground View's Koep on Virtual Tours, Tech & Future of Ind.
WCM's Park Update invites back Mark Koep, CEO and founder of Campground Views, to give us an update on the progress of the company's Virtual Tours and how it has helped to grow the company.
Koep also chats about issues facing park owners, the emergence of AI, things park owners should look out for and how the industry is going to fare in the near future.
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Aug 3, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Cedar Bound Co-Founder on Glamping Units, Construction
This week on our Supplier Showcase, we chat with Bailey Hutchence, co-founder of Cedar Bound, a glamping cabin provider, about its two types of glamping units including their newest unit called 'The Tent'.
WCM also asked Bailey about their recent projects, the materials they use, the construction method, and the process for someone once they receive a cabin kit.
To learn more about Cedar Bound, click here: https://www.cedarbound.com/
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Aug 1, 2023
Spacious Skies' Founders on Health of Growing System
WCM's Park Update welcomes Ali and Eric Rasmussen, the founders of Spacious Skies Campgrounds, to chat about the health of its 15-park system as the 2023 summer camping season reaches its midway point.
The Rasmussens note that each of its parks is doing well in 2023, with campers even showing up in wet weather. They also chat about future plans for the system, including the potential for ground-up developments and franchising. A westward push may even be in the future picture.
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Jul 27, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Access Park's Tim Routs on Wi-Fi Tech
This week on our Supplier Showcase, we chat with Tim Rout, CEO at Access Parks, a broadband WiFi provider, about its company's history and how they charge for services with their guarantee of service.
WCM also asked Tim about how rural communities and parks are finding better access to Wi-Fi as well as how to build a better broadband system.
To learn more about Access Parks, click here: https://accessparks.com/
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Jul 25, 2023
KOA's Darin Uselman on Corporate Growth, Park Trends
KOA's Chief Operations Officer Darin Uselman joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the recent growth of Kampgrounds of America's corporate portfolio and the continued interest in new developments.
Uselman also highlights the importance of a healthy corporate portfolio, the strength of the franchise market, financing and development trends in the current economy and more. He also highlights some new features and site types at KOA parks and how the system continues to innovate.
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Jul 20, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Moskinto Highlights Line of Insect Repellants
This week on our Supplier Showcase, we chat with Rodrigo Ricaud, sales and marketing manager at Moskinto, a provider of skin-friendly solutions, about its line of insect repellant and itch-relief patches.
WCM also asked Rodrigo about the company's wholesale products and line of retail products, along with how campgrounds can use their products to drive additional revenue.
To learn more about Moskinto, click here: https://moskintousa.com/
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Jul 18, 2023
Jason Vaughan, Pa. Update
Jason Vaughan, the executive director of the Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association (PCOA) joins WCM’s Park Update, sponsored by Bushtec Safari, to chat about the status of the outdoor hospitality industry in the Keystone State.
Vaughan covers some of the key issues facing park owners in his state, highlights trends, notes parks are still seeing a ton of campers and discusses new developments and expansions.
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Jul 13, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Campspot's Cochran on New Features, Partnerships
This week on our Supplier Showcase, we chat with Casey Cochran, VP of sales and business development at Campspot, a provider of campground reservation software, about its new features like guest self-service and two-way text with SimpleTexting.
WCM also asked Casey about the company's expanded support to 24/7 operations during the summer season, SOC 2 Certification and how parks on Campspot are fairing on advance reservations and nightly occupancy.
To learn more about Campspot, click here: https://software.campspot.com/
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Jul 11, 2023
Matt Rose on Advocacy, Indiana
Fresh off a visit to Washington D.C., Matt Rose, from the Indiana Campground Owners Association (ICOA), stops by WCM’s Park Update, sponsored by Bushtec Safari, to give an update on legislative efforts at both the state and national levels.
He notes that during his visit to D.C. he spoke with elected officials on repealing the Death Tax, creating funding that private parks can have access to as the nation looks to build out its EV charging network and more.
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Jun 29, 2023
Supplier Showcase: CampLife's Justin Sharp on Activities, Event Man. Feature
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Justin Sharp, Lead User Experience Architect at CampLife, a provider of campground reservation software, about their streamlined event management and activities feature.
WCM also asked Justin about the continual feature upgrades and improvements the software is making to meet park demands as well as what's next on the horizon.
To learn more, click here: https://getcamplife.com/
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Jun 27, 2023
'Four Points' Focuses on Family Fun
Sean Vidrine, CEO of Four Points RV Resorts, chats with WCM's Park Update about the creation of the company and its recent growth trend. He highlights the types of parks the group owns, including multiple Jellystone Parks, and what the group looks for when acquiring parks.
Vidrine also discusses industry-wide issues, including his recent venture to Washington D.C. as part of the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds' Advocacy Day.
To learn more about Four Points RV Resorts, go to https://fourpointsrvresorts.com/.
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Jun 22, 2023
Supplier Showcase: TPx's Brad Doherty on Internet, Cybersecurity
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Brad Doherty, Enterprise Business Consultant at TPx Communications, an internet, cybersecurity, and communication company, about their service offerings and what parks aren't paying enough attention to in cybersecurity that could impact them over time.
WCM also asked Brad about how park owners can protect themselves, protect their customers, and find easy solutions to implement during the season.
To learn more, click here: https://www.tpx.com.
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Jun 20, 2023
RVIA's Monika Geraci on GO RVing, RV Shipments
This week, WCM's Park Update, sponsored by Bushtec Safari USA, focuses on the RV industry with guest Monika Geraci, spokesperson for the RV Industry Association (RVIA), on the show to highlight the marketing efforts of GO RVing and trends in RV ownership.
WCM's Park Update also spoke to Geraci about recent RV shipment numbers and how inflation and current economic conditions are impacting consumers and RV dealers.
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Jun 15, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Joe Holland Expands Reach with CampersCard
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Joel Holland, founder and CEO of CampersCard, a new discount member program in the camping industry, about their program offering and how parks can use it to expand their reach and their campground to over 800k avid campers.
WCM also asked Joel about the discounts and partner brands included in consumer memberships and the ease of use to set up and list your campground on the platform.
To learn more about CampersCard and sign up your campground, click here: https://www.camperscard.com/list-a-campground
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Jun 13, 2023
CCRVC's Cara Csizmadia on New Role, Association Priorities
This week on WCM's Park Update Cara Csizmadia, the newly minted president of the Canadian Camping and RV Council, catches up with WCM about her new role with the association and on the advocacy work the association has been focused on in 2023.
From campground expansion issues, small business tax reform, electric vehicle concerns and more, Csizmadia gives WCM's Park Update a great look at how park owners are fairing amid a continued surge in RVing. She also talks about her background as a park owner and how the industry has impacted her life.
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Jun 8, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Campsite360's Ammond on Creating Virtual Tours
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with TJ Ammond, CEO and co-owner of Campsite360, a provider of immersive virtual tours for businesses in the outdoor hospitality industry, about their 360 virtual tour product and interactive campground maps, their newest product offering.
WCM also asked TJ about how their service can elevate the guest experience and improve marketing moving forward using features like Google Street View.
To learn more about Campsite360 and see examples of their virtual tours, click here: https://campsite360.com/
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Jun 6, 2023
Roberts Resorts' VP Scott McGee
This week on WCM's Park Update, we chat with Scott McGee, vice president of operations for Roberts Resorts on the development of their Village Camp brand and the growth it has seen over the past few years.
McGee spoke about new developments that the company is working on, expansion plans for the future, the type of resorts that the company likes to create and how long-term campers are a key component, plus much more.
This episode is sponsored by Bushtec Safari Tents. Learn more about Bushtec here: https://bushtecsafari.com/
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Jun 1, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Terry Broussard on Growth of Spot2Nite
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Terry Broussard, CEO and co-founder of Spot2Nite, an online travel agency in the campground industry, about its process to sign-up more parks, book more site nights, and their consumer marketing to continue attracting more campers.
WCM also asked Terry about how their service is different than traditional travel OTAs in the hotel space like AirBnB or Expedia and he previewed their tenth park management system (PMS) integration.
To learn more about Spot2Nite and list your campground, click here: https://partners.spot2nite.com/
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May 30, 2023
Phil Ticknor, Creator of Jellyheads Community
This week on WCM's Park Update the show sits down with Phil Ticknor, founder of the Jellyheads Community, which connects Jellystone Park campers, to chat about the rapid growth of the community and its relationship with Camp Jellystone. He speaks about the impetus for forming the community, what its mission is, how it works with Jellystone Parks, trends and issues that community is talking about and more.
Check out the Jellyheads Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/jellyheads
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May 25, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Roxi Baxley, Strait Web Solutions
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Roxi Baxley, owner of Strait Web Solutions, about its marketing services and available service offerings. WCM also asked Roxi about how to improve your park this season with blog posting and search traffic and new product innovations in the marketing space.
To learn more about Strait Web Solutions' marketing services, visit https://straitwebsolutions.com/
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May 23, 2023
Tyler Watts, Broad River Campground
WCM's Park Update spoke with Tyler Watts, from Student Rental Investments, about its new development Broad River Campground in Mooresboro, N.C., an 82-acre park that was carved out of hunting land. He spoke about some of the challenges that the company worked through as they developed the park, the decision-making process on what to offer at the park, why they went with domes and hot tubs, and more.
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May 18, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Cold River Mining
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Ryan Houchens, vice president of sales and marketing at Cold River Mining, about its product mix and newer offerings like the Elemental series and gemstone trees.
WCM also asked Ryan about how to improve add-on revenue at your park and what you can do to quickly get products so you can start selling.
To learn more about Cold River Mining's offerings, visit https://coldrivermining.com/
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May 16, 2023
Puglisi's from RV Atlas on Overcrowding, Pricing
Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi, the hosts of The RV Atlas podcast, give WCM's Park Update a look at what they are hearing from RVers as the 2023 season gets underway. The show takes a look at RV repair issues, overcrowding and campsite pricing.
The Puglisi's note their concerns about campsite pricing as prices for sites have increased over the last several years, highlighting the need for resorts to offer "resort-level" service and more. Plus, Ben Quiggle, co-host of the show, admits that he tent camps and has never camped at a private park.
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May 11, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Water Wars
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Tommy Woog, CEO and owner of Water Wars, about their water attractions and availability of portable and stationary products. We asked Tommy about how to grow ancillary revenue and improve the guest experience by adding attractions like the ultimate water balloon game to your park.
To learn more about Water Wars' products, visit https://waterwars.com/
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May 9, 2023
Scott Bahr, North American Camping Report
Scott Bahr, president of Cairn Consulting Group, chats with WCM’s Park Update about the recently released 2023 North American Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report, which the Cairn Consulting Group compiles data for.
In its ninth year, the annual report has become a staple for outdoor hospitality professionals looking for data on recent trends and camping behavior. Bahr speaks on some of the key takeaways from the report, highlights emerging trends and notes some surprising facts during this show.
Get the report here: https://woodallscm.com/koa-releases-23-report-58m-housholds-camped-in-22/
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May 4, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Purifyd Systems
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Steve Dunn, president of Purifyd Systems, about its sanitation system and how to implement it at your park. We asked Steve about how to combat housekeeping staff issues and improve the guest experience in cabins and rental units. To learn more about Purifyd's products, visit https://purifydsystems.com/resort-benefits-2023.
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May 2, 2023
Camp Jellystone's President Rob Schutter
Rob Schutter, Camp Jellystone's president, joins WCM's Park Update to talk about the health of the Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort franchise system and its continued plans for growth.
The system is currently working on a number of new development projects, as well as focusing on introducing more single-park owners to the franchise system too. Schutter speaks on the process of transitioning to be a Jellystone, offers some insights into the health of campstore sales and merchandising, speaks about challenges the system is facing, and more.
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Apr 27, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Ekō Solutions
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Peter Rodriquez, President of Land Betterment, the parent company of Ekō Solutions, about their Gateway Park Model RV, which is built from repurposed shipping containers. We asked Peter about the unit's unique features and the response they've seen in the market since launch. To learn more about their products, visit https://www.ekosolutionsllc.com/eko-commercial
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Apr 24, 2023
Lloyd Lauland on Growth of RVC Outdoor Destinations
Lloyd Lauland joins WCM's Park Update to give the show a look at the growth of RVC Outdoor Destinations as it continues to develop new parks. The company is planning to open a Sandusky, Ohio location next year and Lauland chats about the development of that park, other projects in the pipeline, how the company is preparing for eclipse traffic and more.
To learn more about RVC Outdoor Destinations, please visit: https://rvcoutdoors.com/
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Apr 20, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Colliers MHRV Group
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Michael Nissley, the national director at Colliers' Manufactured Housing & RV Group (MHRV), about the current state of the real estate market, how interest rates are affecting sellers, and its available real estate services. To learn more, head to https://www.colliers.com/en/services/manufactured-housing
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Apr 17, 2023
David Basler, Nat. ARVC's Outlook Report
David Basler, chief strategy officer at the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (National ARVC), joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the association's recent release of its 2023 Outlook Report, which offers insights into park ownership trends and the overall health of the industry.
During the show, Basler highlights trends in corporate ownership of parks, offers insights into what park owners are investing in, chats about challenges the industry faces and more.
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Apr 13, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Firefly Reservations
This week, WCM’s Park Update: Supplier Showcase chats with Bobby Sorden, senior marketing manager with Firefly Reservations, about its campground reservation software, how the company is upgrading its features and the costs associated with the service. Firefly Reservations software is a system designed by campground owners for campground owners. To learn more, head to https://fireflyreservations.com/.
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Apr 10, 2023
Glenna Hecht on Hiring, Retaining Workers
Glenna Hecht, founder of Humanistic Consulting and an HR Guru, joins WCM’s Park Update at 3 p.m. EST on Tuesday (April 11) to chat about challenges when it comes to hiring people in today’s economy.
Hecht is a popular speaker at Kampgrounds of America Inc.’s (KOA) annual conference and speaks during the show about how park owners can find employees and some of the tools they can use to keep employees — whether they operate a seasonal business or not — train employees and more.
Learn more about Humanistic Consulting and connect with Glenna here: https://glennahecht.com/humanisticconsulting-outsourced-hr-services/
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Apr 5, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Plainscraft Covered Wagons
Let's talk with Dennis Steinman, founder and CEO, of Plainscraft Covered Wagons about products and pricing and what park owners can expect for the quality of the units. Their covered wagons are available as basic glamping units, fully-furnished luxury camping experiences, or anything in between. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox: https://woodallscm.com/subscribe/
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Apr 3, 2023
Amy Wirtz & Family Planning
Amy Wirtz, a senior consultant with The Family Business Consulting Group, joins WCM's Park Update to chat about family planning and how park owners can better prepare to pass their parks down to children or other family members when the time comes. She speaks on the difficulties that park owners face when it comes to passing their parks down, especially given the higher valuations of parks in today's market. Wirtz also speaks on the issue of working with other family members and how park owners can structure their businesses depending on the type of involvement family members want. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox. https://woodallscm.com/subscribe/
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Mar 30, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Domespaces
Let's talk with Barry Sendach from Domespaces, a unique outdoor structure brand that provides every kind of dome possible. We'll talk about their products and price points and a look at the business over the next year. Subscribe for free to receive the latest news and information delivered daily to your inbox. https://woodallscm.com/subscribe/
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Mar 27, 2023
Louis Thompson, Nomadic Resorts
Louis Thompson, the founder, and CEO of Nomadic Resorts, is set to join WCM's Park Update to chat about the growth of his company and trends in the glamping industry.
Nomadic Resorts is an experiential firm that has helped develop glamping parks in exotic locations around the globe. Thompson offers a wealth of knowledge in park design and chats about the firm's mission and how glamping continues to evolve. He also discusses moves the company is making to get more involved in the North American market.
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Mar 20, 2023
CRR Lifestyle Continues to Grow & Innovate
Mike Harrison, COO of CRR: A Lifestyle Company, and Erin Forrest, director of sales and marketing at CRR, join WCM's Park Update to chat about the growth of CRR, the formation of the company's park management division, it's adaption of new technology like AI and more.
Learn more about CRR Lifestyle here: https://crrlifestyle.com/
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Mar 16, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Lancaster Log Cabins
Let's talk with Dan Smucker from Lancaster Log Cabins straight from the production facility to talk about their new products and production schedule for the upcoming year.
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Mar 15, 2023
Tim Murphy's, Emberglow Outdoor Resort
Tim Murphy, the owner of Emberglow Outdoor Resort in Mill Spring, N.C., joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the growth of the park, his path to park ownership, some of the lessons he has learned along the way, and more.
Learn more about Emberglow Outdoor Resort here: https://emberglowoutdoorresort.com/
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Mar 9, 2023
Supplier Showcase: Secret Creek
Let's talk with John Gibson and Garrett Walker from Secret Creek, makers of Colorado Yurts, Earthworks Tipis, and Destination Tents. We'll hear about their pricing and timeline to purchase products as well as a look at their product offerings.
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Mar 6, 2023
Business Finance Depot on Economic Conditions & The Loan Market
Paul Bosley, the founder, and CEO of the Business Finance Depot joins WCM's Park Update to chat about how current economic trends are impacting the loan market, the types of loans individuals are seeking, the loan process, and more.
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Feb 27, 2023
Development, Growth of RiverWalk RV Park
Marcia Neese, co-owner of the RiverWalk RV Park on the Yadkin River in N.C. joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the development of the park, how the family's experience RVing helped shape the design of the park, trends they are noticing at the park and more.
Learn more about River Walk RV Park here: https://riverwalkrv.com
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Feb 20, 2023
Ginast Outdoor Wellness & Recreation Trends
Diego Michelato & Patrick Israel join WCM's Park Update to discuss the growth of Ginast Outdoor Wellness and its lineup of outdoor fitness equipment. Both guests talk about the demand for more recreational products at parks and also discuss what the future holds for the company as it continues to focus on the outdoor hospitality industry.
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Feb 13, 2023
RMS on its State of the Industry Report
Adelle Rodriguez, senior director of marketing, and Kaelyn Beckman, marketing manager, for RMS North America join WCM's Park Update to chat about RMS' recent 2023 State of the Industry Report. An annual report, it highlights trends in how the Millenial and Gen Z generations approach camping.
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Feb 6, 2023
CampersDAO Utilizing Blockchain to Buy Park
Travis John, the founder of CampersDAO, joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the blend of technology and the outdoor hospitality industry as he works to buy a park through a blockchain method. The unique method will initially offer 10,000 memberships beginning on Earth Day (April 22) that will help fund the purchase of an RV park.
During the show, John talks about the blockchain method, how the purchase and operation of the park will be conducted in a democratized blockchain where investors get voting rights on decisions, what the value is to members, how CampersDAO plans to scale this model, and much more.
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Jan 30, 2023
Diving into The Dyrt's Camping Report
Sarah Smith, co-founder of The Dyrt, and her husband, Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, join WCM's Park Update to dive into the company's recently released 2023 Camping Report. They note that finding a campsite is still difficult for campers, highlight campsite rate trends and demographic changes, and more.
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Jan 23, 2023
CCRVC on Upcoming Conf., Health of Industry
Cara Csizmadia, the membership coordinator for the Canadian Camping and RV Council (CCRVC), joins WCM's Park Update to talk about the association's upcoming virtual conference and some of the highlights that attendees can expect. She also dives into the health of the outdoor hospitality industry in Canada and some of the trends park owners are noticing coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jan 17, 2023
Glamping Startup Mitten Getaways Glamping Co.
Mike and Melissa Crowe join WCM's Park Update to chat about the progress of their new venture, Mitten Getaways Glamping Co. Currently, the couple is looking for a piece of land to purchase with the idea of building a small, tranquil glamping park in northeastern Michigan.
The Crowes talk about some of the challenges they have faced while trying to find a piece of land that fits their vision, the ideas they have on what the park will provide, the steps they have taken to educate themselves about the industry, and more.
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Jan 10, 2023
CampersCard's Joel Holland on New Program, Harvest Hosts
Joel Holland, founder, and CEO of Harvest Hosts and the new program CampersCard, joins WCM's Park Update to chat about how CampersCard benefits park owners and how the program is a natural extension of the work Harvest Hosts does to work with park owners.
Holland also discusses the recent issue Harvest Hosts dealt with in California when one county went after several Harvest Hosts sites and the work the company does to ensure they stay on the right side of local laws.
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Dec 20, 2022
Campground View's Mark Koep on Conferences, The Year Ahead
Mark Koep, the founder and CEO of Campground Views, joins the show to chat about the health of the industry, how national conferences fared this past fall, trends for the year ahead, and more. A well-known figure in the outdoor hospitality industry, Koep is always full of valuable insights.
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Dec 13, 2022
Zach Stoltenberg from Clockwork on Park Design
Zach Stoltenberg, from Clockwork, an architectural firm, joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the work the company has been doing on new development and expansion projects. He talks about some of the keys to designing a park the right way and what developers should be considering as they build out a park.
He also discusses current industry trends and other topics.
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Dec 6, 2022
Glampitect's Nick Purslow on Differences in Glamping
Nick Purslow, the regional chief executive officer of Glampitect, joins WCM's Park Update to discuss the growth of Glampitect, the services it provides to park developers and owners, and about the expansion of glamping in North America.
Purslow also talks about the differences in glamping between the UK and North America, and on some of the challenges that park developers face as they look to build a glamping park. Enjoy the show!
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Nov 29, 2022
Rue Mapp of Outdoor Afro On Diversity In The Outdoors
Rue Mapp the founder of Outdoor Afro to discuss the organizations efforts to provide access to the Outdoors to underserved groups. She talks about the success and growth of her organization and the overall growth of more diverse populations taking part of RVing and camping. Enjoy the show!
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Nov 15, 2022
Previewing The Upcoming Campground Owners Expo in Branson, Mo.
Danielle Todd & Lori Severson, organizers of the Campground Owners Expo, along with Dennis Steinman, founder of Plainscraft Covered Wagons, join WCM's Park Update to talk about the upcoming Campground Owners Expo in Branson, Mo.
Severson and Todd both note that they are expecting an even larger show than last year, along with more experiential opportunities and educational sessions. Steinman highlights the expo portion of the show, which is expected to be even larger this year.
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Nov 8, 2022
KOA CEO Toby O’Rourke on Company’s Outlook
Toby O’Rourke, the CEO and president of Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) joins WCM’s Park Update to talk about the tremendous growth of the company — over 300% since 2011 — and the health of the industry as KOA continues to aggressively expand.
O’Rourke discusses KOA’s new headquarters which are being built in Billings, Mont.; how competition has impacted its ability to acquire parks; the company’s decision to build more parks; its expansion of the Terramor brand; how KOA is encouraging its parks to add EV chargers and more. Enjoy the show!
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Nov 1, 2022
Adam Lendi Talks Happy Camper Capital & Portfolio Growth
Adam Lendi, co-founder of Happy Camper Capital, joins WCM's Park Update to chat about the growth of the company's portfolio — which now includes 4 parks. Happy Camper recently started fundraising for investment in a $25 million fund that Lendi says will allow the company to add 6-10 more parks.
During the show, Lendi talks about the health of the industry, the types of acquisitions the company looks for, how the company attracts and works with investors and more. Enjoy the show!
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Oct 25, 2022
KOA's Convention Set to Celebrate 60 Years
Kama Humphrey, KOA’s director of training and events, joins WCM's Park Update to discuss the franchise system's upcoming convention in Orlando, Fla., from Nov. 14-17. Humphrey notes that the conference will feature a variety of educational sessions, an IdeaXchange, a large expo and some exciting entertainment options. Enjoy the show!
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Oct 18, 2022
Nat. ARVC on Upcoming OHCE in Orlando
David Basler, vice president of membership and marketing at the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (National ARVC), and Susan Motley, Nat. ARVC’s senior director of education and events, join WCM’s Park Update to discuss Nat. ARVC’s upcoming Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) taking place from Nov. 7-10 in Orlando, Florida. Enjoy the show!
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Oct 11, 2022
Previewing Camp Jellystone's 2022 Symposium
Nearly a year after being acquired by Sun Outdoors, Camp Jellystone is ready to gather its franchisees at the Embassy Suites Hotel and the Charleston Area Convention Center in North Charleston, S.C., from Nov. 6-9. Marley Behnke, Camp Jellystone’s director of franchise education, joins WCM’s Park Update to give a preview of the conference and what attendees can expect.
Behnke focuses on the number of educational sessions the conference will be hosting, previews the keynote speaker, Jessie Cole, the founder of the Savannah Bananas, a minor league baseball team, and highlights the more than 100 vendors that are expected to take part in the symposium’s expo. Enjoy the show!
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Learn more about Symposium here: https://website.eventpower.com/22LSYS-ANNUAL and email Dan Wolford for vendor information and questions: dwolford@campjellystone.com
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Oct 4, 2022
Go RVing Celebrating 25 Years in 2022
Go RVing is celebrating 25 years in 2022 and WCM’s Park Update caught up with Sarah Neely, senior manager of strategic marketing at Go RVing, and Courtney Bias, director of strategic marketing at Go RVing, to celebrate the milestone and get an update on what the organization has been working on and what it is focused on for the future.
The marketing arm of the RV Industry Association, Go RVing is responsible for creating some iconic marketing campaigns and is now utilizing influencers to really boost the RV industry and the outdoor hospitality industry to new heights. Enjoy the show!
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