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The outdoor hospitality industry is brimming with innovation and growth, as our Blue Water President Rafael Correa highlighted in his reflections on OHI- OHCE2024! He covers topics ranging from adapting to shifting guest value perceptions to integrating cutting-edge technology and celebrating industry milestones, showcasing what’s shaping the industry's future. Dive into his key takeaways and the trends driving our industry forward below. https://lnkd.in/ePriHzCS #BWDC #bwdcexperience #camping #Campgrounds #rvresort #RVLife #OHI #OutdoorHospitality

We’re thrilled to announce that our very own Sarah Young, General Manager of Jellystone Mammoth Cave, has been named Operator of the Year at this year’s Jellystone Symposium! Her dedication to creating unforgettable experiences and her commitment to excellence have truly set a standard in our industry. Congratulations, Sarah, on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you to everyone at the Jellystone Symposium for a fantastic event celebrating the best in outdoor hospitality! #bwdc #bwdcexperience #camping #jellystone #outdoorhospitality #campgrounds

We couldn’t be more thrilled to have Rafael leading the way! His election to the OHI Board is well-deserved, and we’re excited to see him working alongside such an outstanding group of leaders in the industry. Here’s to more innovation, inspiration, and impact in outdoor hospitality! ??

Ready to connect at the 2024 OHI Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo? Our team can’t wait to see you! Swing by Booth #424 to meet us, chat about the unique destinations we offer across the U.S., and discover how we’re redefining outdoor experiences. See you there! #OHCE2024 #OutdoorHospitality #bwdc #bwdcexperience #camping #campgrounds #rv #rvresort

Blue Water is thrilled to announce our Marlin of the Month winners for September, celebrating our value of Adaptability—where our team members embrace change and tackle challenges head-on! General Manager Winner: Harvey Elliott from Jellystone Park? Delaware Beaches. Harvey exemplifies adaptability as a strong "can do" leader. He understands the Jellystone Park? brand inside and out and expertly navigates the property’s needs. Despite a challenging revenue season, he managed finances, HR, operations, events, and brand standards with unwavering dedication. Corporate Office Winner: Crystal Smart- Whorton Crystal is always ready to lend a helping hand, going above and beyond while showing compassion to everyone around her. No matter the challenge, she approaches it with calmness and a smile, finding solutions with grace. Congratulations to both Harvey and Crystal! We appreciate your passion and unwavering loyalty to the Blue Water team!

The Blue Water team is having an absolute blast at the OC RV & Van Lifestyle Show! We love meeting adventurers like you, and we’re here all weekend to help plan your family’s next unforgettable getaway. Swing by our Booths #166 & #169 in the Dockside Area and say hello, and let’s talk about your dream destinations and how Blue Water can make it all happen. See you there! #OCRVShow #bwdc #bwdcexperience #camping #campgrounds #rv #rvresort

Join Blue Water Development at this year’s OC RV & Van Lifestyle Show! From October 31st - November 3rd, stop by our Booths #166 & #169 in the Dockside Area! Discover our unique properties across the U.S., from stunning waterfronts to majestic mountain escapes! Let’s bring your next adventure to life—visit us and start planning your dream getaway. We are looking forward to seeing you! Learn more about the Blue Water Experience here: https://bwex.fun/3YtNrQU #OCRVShow?#bwdc #bwdcexperience #outdoorhospitality #camping #campgrounds #rv #rvresort #rvlife #travel #roadtrip #family #vacation #familyvaction #roadshow #familyvacation #vacationplanning #hospitality

October marks the work anniversaries of some of our incredible team members. We want to thank you all for being a part of the Blue Water team. We appreciate your loyalty and your daily commitment to excellence. Rafael "Rafo" Correa, President and CFO - 12 Years Samantha D'Armi, Director of Marketing Operations - 3 Years Jacquelyn Cuzzocrea, Senior Property Accounts Payable Specialist - 2 Years #bwdc #bwexperience

Blue Water is continuing its quarterly review of our Marlin(s) of the Month. For this quarter, we want to focus on our core values: Innovation, Quality, Happy, and Passion. Today’s value is Passion, meaning we share a deep commitment to our results and a desire to go one step further. Our winners for our General Manager and Corporate Office are as follows: Amber Williams, our General Manager Winner from Sun Outdoors Pigeon Forge. Amber is willing to stop what she is doing to help a fellow teammate. She passionately knows how important it is for no one to be left behind. Kelsey Lehnerd, CRME, our Corporate Office Winner. Kelsey has become a systems advocate and is passionate about our team members' success. Kelsey has created training documents for all new hires and refreshers for existing team members. Her passion for knowledge has pushed her to better assist and support Blue Water. Congratulations to our winners; we thank you for your passion and continued loyalty to the Blue Water team.

Blue Water is continuing its quarterly review of our Marlin(s) of the Month. For this quarter, we want to focus on our core values: Innovation, Quality, Happy, and Passion. Today’s value is Happy, which is our attitude of choice. Our winners for our General Manager and Corporate Office are as follows: Grace McMullan, our General Manager Winner from Sea Swell Campgrounds. Grace is one of the most happy and positive General Managers. She is always smiling and treats every situation with a positive attitude. She is a pleasure to work with and maintains this attitude no matter who she interacts with. Andrea Gillen, our Corporate Office Winner. Andrea has a happy attitude, enthusiasm, and a helping demeanor, all of which make her such an asset to Blue Water. From contributing to LMS/Blue Water University team to completing a substantial titling project for management clients, we can always count on her to get the job done right with the best attitude. Congratulations to our winners; we thank you for your happy attitudes and continued loyalty to the Blue Water team.