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‘Ready, Set, Wear It!’ Events Promote Safe Boating Week

Posted on May 18, 2012 by admin

“Ready, Set, Wear It!,” previously named “Ready, Set, Inflate!,” will usher in National Safe Boating Week, this year May 19-25, 2012. With summer almost here, families and friends are eager to get outdoors and spend time on the water—boating, fishing, … Continue reading →

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Lake Guntersville Rebounds One Year after Storms

Posted on May 15, 2012 by admin

On April 27, 2011 Lake Guntersville State Park was hit by multiple tornadoes. Thirteen months after three tornadoes tore a path of destruction through Lake Guntersville State Park, the park has rebounded and is still a primary vacation spot in … Continue reading →

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RVC Outdoor Destinations Update Amenities at Florida RV Resort

Posted on May 7, 2012 by admin

Live Oak Landing, an RVC Outdoor Destinations in Freeport, Florida, has come a long way from its beginnings as McDaniel’s Fish Camp. “It had honky tonks, and stills, and Friday night fish frys, and a lot of colorful characters lived … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania State Parks Generate $1 Billion in Local Economic Activity

Posted on April 9, 2012 by admin

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Richard Allan released a new analysis showing visitors to Pennsylvania’s State Parks generate more than $1 billion in economic activity in nearby communities and support almost 13,000 related jobs. “Pennsylvanians get … Continue reading →

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Alabama State Parks 2012 Geocaching Challenge

Posted on April 7, 2012 by admin

Alabama State Parks kicks off its 2012 Geocaching Challenge at Lakepoint Resort State Park in Eufaula next Friday, April 13. The kickoff event is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. with a reception in the Magnolia room at the park … Continue reading →

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Discover the Joys of Camping

Posted on March 29, 2012 by admin

For those of you who have wanted to try camping, but weren’t sure how to begin, Georgia State Parks can help. Through the parks group First-Time Camper Program, you’ll get borrowed gear, a lesson in Camping 101, two nights’ accommodations, … Continue reading →

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Camping Opportunities in National Forests & Grasslands

Posted on March 24, 2012 by admin

As summer camping season approaches many families will rely on ForestCamping.com for camping opportunities in national forests and grasslands. Old man winter may have made a late arrival in your area but summer and the family camping season is just … Continue reading →

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RVC Outdoor Destination Improvements Now Underway

Posted on February 11, 2012 by admin

Live Oak Landing, an RVC Outdoor Destination, has officially begun the construction of several new additions to its resort to give their guests an even better outdoor recreation experience. “I’m very excited to complete the construction of these features and … Continue reading →

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Airstream-inspired Entry Booths Installed at New Mexico State Park

Posted on December 15, 2011 by admin

Decision-makers at Elephant Butte State Park in New Mexico, recently commissioned B.I.G. Enterprises, Inc. to fabricate a series of revenue, and checkpoint booths modular in design, and reminiscent of the iconic Airstream travel trailers. In the perimeter security industry, B.I.G. … Continue reading →

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Drought Impacts Texas State Park Revenue

Posted on November 27, 2011 by admin

Lakes, rivers, stock ponds, and other waterways haven’t been the only things evaporating in the relentless, record-setting Texas heat. Revenue streams fueling state parks and funding fisheries and wildlife management programs have slowed significantly, as park visitation dropped and fishing … Continue reading →

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