Although it’s still early in the season, there are already signs that more Americans will be vacationing in campgrounds this summer. Bookings are up at many parks — in some cases by as much as 30 percent. And some campgrounds were filled on weekends even before Memorial Day, the traditional kickoff of the camping season.
Many in the camping community believe that the bad economy is causing this sudden interest in the great outdoors, with people who are worried about finances forgoing a stay at a fancy resort or a trip overseas in favor of a sojourn in the woods that can cost 10 bucks a night. Gas prices that are significantly lower than last summer’s (albeit rising) may also be affecting decisions to hit the road.
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Saturday, June 20, 2009
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Monday, March 2, 2009
KOA to offer free camping in May at its RV parks
RV enthusiasts and other campers can spend a night free in a KOA campground in May and help raise money for sick kids. Nearly 400 KOA campgrounds across the U.S. and Canada are preparing for the 6th Annual “Come Kamp and Care With Us” charity event on May 8 and 9. Campers who make reservations at participating KOA campgrounds pay for only Friday, May 8 and camp for free on Saturday, May 9.
The promotion benefits KOA Care Camps, a network of 41 independent, specialized camps for children under treatment or in recovery from cancer, and their siblings. “Helping kids experience the camaraderie and fun of the outdoors with other cancer patients is in complete alignment with the mission of KOA, the goals of our KOA Owners Association, and is the very nature of what we do,” said KOA President and Chief Operating Officer Shane Ott.
The promotion benefits KOA Care Camps, a network of 41 independent, specialized camps for children under treatment or in recovery from cancer, and their siblings. “Helping kids experience the camaraderie and fun of the outdoors with other cancer patients is in complete alignment with the mission of KOA, the goals of our KOA Owners Association, and is the very nature of what we do,” said KOA President and Chief Operating Officer Shane Ott.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Memorial Day weekend camping reservations open Saturday, Feb. 21
Campers can make reservations for Memorial Day weekend beginning Saturday, Feb. 21, for a Friday, May 22, arrival.
A three-night stay is required during holiday weekends at all state parks except Custer State Park. Reservations are being accepted for the entire camping season for campsites at Custer State Park, and at lodges in all state parks and recreation areas.
Reservations can be made online at www.CampSD.com or by calling (800) 710-CAMP. The telephone reservation center is open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (MT). Online reservations may be made 24 hours a day, though campsites do not become available until 6 a.m. on the first day of the 90-day window. There is a $7.70 per site non-refundable reservation fee
A three-night stay is required during holiday weekends at all state parks except Custer State Park. Reservations are being accepted for the entire camping season for campsites at Custer State Park, and at lodges in all state parks and recreation areas.
Reservations can be made online at www.CampSD.com or by calling (800) 710-CAMP. The telephone reservation center is open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (MT). Online reservations may be made 24 hours a day, though campsites do not become available until 6 a.m. on the first day of the 90-day window. There is a $7.70 per site non-refundable reservation fee
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