MC Daily News Brief - April 26th, 2024

Welcome to today’s Modern Campground news brief for April 26th, 2024, sponsored by Campspot . Campspot is the industry’s leading campground management and reservation software, serving more than 2,300 private parks across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more about how Campspot can help your campground increase bookings and revenue at software.campspot.com.

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New $11M KOA Campground Project Coming to Mylan Park

A new $11 million KOA campground project has broken ground at Mylan Park in West Virginia’s Monongalia County. This exciting development will feature 169 RV sites, cabins, a clubhouse, and top-notch camping facilities. Governor Jim Justice praised the project as a shining example of a successful public-private partnership, highlighting how it will provide world-class recreational opportunities and benefit the local community. The campground is the latest addition to Mylan Park, which has seen impressive expansion over the past 20 years thanks to substantial state funding. This project comes at a time of strong growth in traveler spending in the region, and showcases how repurposing underutilized land can create vibrant outdoor hospitality spaces that bolster economic activity and quality of life.

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RVs Move America Week 2024: Key Insights and Strategic Networking in D.C.

Washington D.C. is gearing up to host the highly anticipated RVs Move America Week from June 2-6, a crucial gathering for the $140 billion RV industry. The event will feature keynote speaker Jonathan Martin, POLITICO's Politics Bureau Chief, who will provide valuable insights into the intersection of political trends and industry growth potential. Industry leaders and volunteers will work on drafting a strategic roadmap for the sector, focusing on enhancing its resilience against economic fluctuations and regulatory changes. Networking opportunities with federal policymakers and innovators will be a key aspect of the event, fostering relationships critical for future advocacy efforts. As the RV industry's impact on national economic policies continues to grow, participants will be encouraged to leverage their insights to advocate for beneficial reforms supporting industry growth and sustainability.

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Large-Scale RV Park, American Heartland Theme Park Developments in OK Remain on Schedule

In a stunning development for Oklahoma tourism, the $2 billion American Heartland Theme Park and Three Ponies RV Park and Campground projects are forging ahead despite budget and floodplain challenges. The theme park, set to rival giants like Disney and Magic Kingdom, will neighbor the sprawling 320-acre RV park, featuring 750 RV spaces and 300 cabins. While the RV park has faced minor setbacks, prompting a redesign for more efficient use of space, project leaders remain optimistic about the 2026 completion date. This massive investment is expected to create over 4,000 jobs and revolutionize the state's tourism landscape, drawing visitors from far and wide to experience the unique blend of entertainment and outdoor hospitality.

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That’s all for today’s news. For more in-depth coverage of these and other stories related to the outdoor hospitality industry, visit ModernCampground.com.