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Port San Luis Harbor Has Big Plans For Campers Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 1:46AMThere is a project in the works in Port San Luis that is beginning to generate some buzz among residents and boaters, and not all of it good.
Venice Community Applies Pressure in Controversial RV Issue, Sees Results Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:54PMPhoto by nailmaker via LAist Featured Photos on Flickr For the second time in a week, L.A. City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl has reacted to community concern voiced to the city directly about the RV parking issue that's been coming to a head this week. The controversy has heated up so much -- much thanks to dramatic alleged human waste dumping on city streets and a subsequent arrest -- that the ...
Mix Position: Reggae star Matisyahu made friends in Hampton during last year's Phish visit Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:23AMWhen reggae artist Matisyahu played The NorVa last week, Henry Morgan was in the crowd, reveling in the positive vibes and deep Caribbean grooves. "I love his lyrics, they're clean -- although I sometimes have trouble understanding them," said Morgan, the 58-year-old owner of the Peninsula Pilots . "This is the kind of show you can take your kids to ...
BusinessBoost Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:12AMWith Bouge Chitto State Park’s long-awaited grand opening set for Aug. 28, local officials and businesses anticipate seeing extra visitors and increased revenue in Washington Parish.
Griffin: State parks keeping up with times Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 1:05AMI'm not saying it's better or worse, but camping is differentfrom what it once was. Change is especially obvious at MichiganState Parks.
Grange Fair by the numbers Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 12:13AMOne hundred thirty-six: The number of years since Leonard Rhone started the tradition of a “p
Travel trailers are legacy to FEMA Katrina disaster Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 9:34PMWhen Hurricane Katrina devastated the New Orleans area five years ago, FEMA purchased more than 140,000 mobile homes to help survivors. Now, many of those homes are up for sale in Bastrop County.
Campers pack Philly Folk Fest Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:30AMDespite a premium price tag, camping is still very much the thing to do at the Philadelphia Folk Festival.
Consultants want more comments on master plan for Natrona County reservoirs Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:05PMCampers at the three reservoirs in Natrona County want longerand wider boat ramps, fish cleaning stations, hazards removed fromthe water, more spaces for bigger recreational vehicles and morespaces for primitive camping, according to informal surveys theycompleted this summer.
Washington's Lake Wenatchee State Park closes in an emergency Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:36PMLake Wenatchee State Park closes nearly 200 campsites in an emergency due to danger of falling trees because of root rot.
RV dweller to face charges over sewage dumping in Venice Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:28AML.A. City Atty. Carmen Trutanich says his staff erred in not pursuing case against woman who was arrested but released after two days in jail. 'When it hits the fan, it hits my office too,' he says. Responding to community outrage over the dumping of raw sewage onto the streets of Venice, Los Angeles City Atty. Carmen Trutanich said Wednesday that he intended to file criminal charges against a ...
Plague outbreak prompts campground closure Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:25PMMona Hill Staff Writer 8/255/2010 State and county officials temporarily closed Plumas-Eureka State Park's Jamison Creek Campground Wednesday, Aug. 18, after discovery of a dead rodent that tested positive for plague. Director of Plumas County Environmental Health Jerry Sipe said the discovery triggered a rodent survey, including trapping and blood testing.
Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (FLXS) to Ring the NASDAQ Stock Market ... Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:00AMADVISORY --
Weekend Activities at Jellystone Park Camp Resorts™ now Include Environmental Education Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:00AMThe Milford, Ohio-based campground chain is the first in the country to join Leave No Trace, a non-profit organization that develops educational programs to help children become better stewards of the environment
Fee campgrounds usage up Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:37PMCampers and recreationalists have taken full advantage of Tooele Valley’s canyons and campgrounds this summer as both Settlement Canyon and South Willow Canyon — the two canyons that charge fees — have seen an increase in recent use.
Windham trailer dealer decides No. 10,000 drives away for free Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:15PMTwo motor-home shoppers get a huge surprise – Lee's had sold 9,999 and was in a giving mood.
Six taken to hospital after wreck in Smokies Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:42PMCHEROKEE — Six people have been taken to the hospital after an RV went down an embankment inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The main road through the park, U.S. 441 or Newfound Gap Road, has been closed since around 12:30 p.m. because of rescue vehicles in the roadway.
Modern camping leaves out the 'roughing it' part Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:12PMCampgrounds are going hi–tech and high class, giving campers all the amenities they can find in a hotel stay.
Veteran Affairs: American Legion adopts unit Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 5:10PMAmerican Legion Lakes Area Post 341 will host its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, at the Oakland County Boat Club, 2330 Ferndale in Sylvan Lake.
Pop-up campers let you rough it in comfort Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:00PMPop-up campers let you rough it in comfort
Campers pack Philly Folk Fest Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 12:31AMUPPER SALFORD — Despite a premium price tag, camping is still very much the thing to do at the Philadelphia Folk Festival.
Ohio NatureWorks grants will fund park projects at Sugarcreek, Mineral City Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 12:17AMState Rep. Joshua O’Farrell, D-New Philadelphia, Friday helped present a ceremonial state check to local officials for new amenities for the Winklepleck Grove Park in Sugarcreek.
RV Repairmen Swamped With Work At BMS Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:37PMFans got their wish: it's perfect weather for tonight's race.
Big Sur: Camping puts coastal jewel in your budget Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:46PMOut on the edge of the continent, where rocky cliffs drop into the jewel-colored ocean and Monterey cypress trees twist in the wind, Big Sur does everything, well, big. Its natural grandeur inspired artist Francis McComas to claim that the area was the "... Monterey - Big Sur - California - United States - Counties
BusinessBoost Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 6:48AMWith Bouge Chitto State Park’s long-awaited grand opening set for Aug. 28, local officials and businesses anticipate seeing extra visitors and increased revenue in Washington Parish.
WEEKEND WATCH: Rocking music, reality TV and more Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 7:16PMIF you missed the recent MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia 2010, you can catch it on MTV tomorrow at 9pm. Enjoy the spell-binding performances by Katy Perry, Tokio Hotel, Wonder Girls and our very own Bunkface. The two-hour concert is hosted by MTV VJs Utt, Chris, JuJu and Sean.
Kane Springs residents face possible eviction due to violations of county zoning, building laws Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 10:51AMAt least two dozen residents living in the Kane Springs area near the Colorado River face possible eviction, as county officials recently informed the property owner that the residents are in violation of zoning and building codes.
New RV park brings luxury to camping Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 1:54AMFour business owners -- Lynne, Jeremiah and Sean Lovelace with family friend Mike Porter -- decided to do something big. So they opened River’s Edge RV & Cabins Resort, a large campground one mile north of I-25 near Hat Six Road.
Pedata RV Center Responds to Increase in Interest as June Shipments Reach Highest Level in Two Years Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:00PMPedata RV Center responds to increase in interest amongst the RV public. June 2010 marked the highest shipment levels to retailers in two years.
Ansley RV co-founder 'salt of the earth' Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 11:25PMBill Ansley was a great guy as well as a great businessman, said those who knew him. William B. Ansley Jr., 63, Duncansville, died Friday at home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Recreational vehicle industry on comeback trail at Summer RV and Camper Jamboree Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 3:56AMAfter a disastrous 2008, the recreational vehicle market is flourishing. Local dealers say that should be evident at this weekend's Summer RV and Camper Jamboree.
Catch waning summer at a state park Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 5:05PMThere's plenty of summer left at five state parks within 400 miles of Chicago. There's plenty of summer left at five state parks within 400 miles of Chicago.
Two Arrests In RV Park Burglaries Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 1:23PMYankton County authorities have made two arrests and expect more in the burglary of 10 campers at an RV park along.
KSFY Action News: Breaking News, Weather and Community |2 arrests in Yankton County RV park burglaries Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 11:58AMYANKTON, S.D. (AP) - Yankton County authorities have made two arrests and expect more in the burglary of 10 campers at an RV park along state Highway 52 in April.
Midwest RV Super Show kicks off in Elkhart Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:22AMThe economy is slowly beginning to turn around, but the RV and camping industry is facing a resurgence and coming back fairly quickly.
Two Arrested In Connection With RV Park Burglaries Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 4:36AMFrom P&D Staff Reports Two men have been arrested in connection with April burglaries that resulted in damages and property loss valued at more than $19,000.
MaineGeneral work in progress Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 2:41PMAUGUSTA -- Plans have been moving forward on a new regional hospital in north Augusta, even as MaineGeneral Medical Center officials await state approval to build it.
Cows, chickens and dogs will be dressed to the nines at St. Clair County Fair Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 5:44AMExpect to see some of the best-dressed at the St. Clair County Fair, which continues through Saturday at the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds in Belleville.
Kelly Bostian column: Deer competition almost finalized Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 2:46AMDeer topped the list today, but ducks, boats for kids and purple martins all found their way into the priority list before it was finished.
Alton keeps RV sewer fee same Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 10:33PMALTON - In a surprise move Wednesday night, the Alton City Council amended its vote on an ordinance that would have set a $50 charge for RV non-tap-on sewer inspections to instead charge $25.
Choose RVs over rugby Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 4:33PMRugby? Really? In the City Park? Give your heads a shake! In my 50 years of living in British Columbia I have never heard anyone say, “Oh, I can’t do that today – there’s a rugby game I have to watch.”
Kamping with KOA Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 11:33AMRoughing it with ease TheCelebrityCafe.com Staff Clean kitchen, clean bath, air conditioning and swept floors. Yeah! Let’s go camping! A weekend trip to Gettysburg proved to be too short. By the time I got used to all the other campers saying “hello” and "where are you from?" the weekend was over.
Couple's murder worries campers Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 10:45AMOKLAHOMA CITY -- The New Mexico Department of Public Safety says they have not been able to determine how escaped Arizona inmates crossed paths with Linda and Gary Haas, of Tecumseh, last week in New Mexico. But word of their murder is causing concern among other campers. So AAA Oklahoma is offering advice for those on the road. Spokesperson Danial Karnes says travelers should always know their ...
Sharing Ojibwe language keeps culture alive Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 1:57AMRED CLIFF — Two Native American men sit on the Mother Earth performing a pipe ceremony while the people gather around them in silent respect. Small children play in the background. But instead of teepees, large RV campers surround this gathering, providing a stark contrast to the age-old ceremony.
Mount Airy family camp night a chance to enjoy park Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 1:12AMMOUNT AIRY -- More than seven years ago, members of Mount Airy's Parks and Recreation Commission decided to do more with their parks
Curb Your Parking Enthusiasm Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 5:39AMVenice, California. An eclectic area in Southern California, best known for its beaches, canals and carnival-like atmosphere along the waterfront. But lately, tensions have been rising between homeowners and the homeless... who live in their cars, campers and RVs.
Fiddlin' around Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 1:11AMAdults, children, family and friends gather after workshops conclude for the day to play and listen to one of several improptu jam sessions that form every evening in the camping area set up on the Kittitas Elementary School field during the 17th annual Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association workshops in Kittitas, Wash.
U.S. couple retrieve RV stolen in Vancouver Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 6:01PMPolice are crediting the news media for the recovery of a motorhome stolen from a U.S. couple who were visiting Vancouver.
Cop on Top Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 2:51PMThe Bowser from Sedalia, MO: Just some of the sites and sounds of the fair as I experienced them from my golf cart. Holler! The Boys & Girls Club had another court session on July 31st at the Boys and Girls Club in the Sedalia Community Center.
Meet the great outdoors in your state park Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 1:06PMHike a mountain, rally around the campfire, and spend the night under the stars. New England state parks are venues for reconnecting with nature. Go for a day of swimming, hiking, and paddling or camp for the night in a tent, a three-sided wooded lean-to, rustic cabin, or circular yurt. “There’s something for everyone,’’ says Priscilla Geigis, Department of Conservation ... New England - State ...