WCM's Daily News Update: Aug. 16, 2023

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Jellystone Park Fan Group Holds 1st In-Person Event

“Jellyheads” from across the country recently got together for their first ever in-person meeting. The “Pic-A-Fest” was held at the?Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Columbus North.? Great Escapes RV Resorts , which owns the franchise location, hosted the event, according to a press release.

Now with more than 13,000 members, the?Jellyheads Community?group is unique in the outdoor industry. It was started in 2019 by Phil Ticknor , who was surprised that he could not find a Facebook group with tips and ideas for families just starting to camp at Jellystone Park locations.

‘CRR Hospitality’ is Ranked No. 251 on Inc. 5000 List

Inc. Magazine ?has announced that CRR Hospitality ?ranks No. 251 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, according to a press release.

“I am so proud of our team for achieving this incredible milestone,” said Mike Harrison , CRR’s COO. “To be ranked on the Inc 5000 list for the first time is a testament to our hard work, dedication and commitment to our customers. This recognition is a validation of our business model and our vision for the future. I am excited to see what we can accomplish in the years to come.

Campspot Moves Up, Ranks No. 341 on Inc. 5000 List

Campspot ?ranks No. 341 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, according to a press release.

Campspot powers over 2,000 private campgrounds and provides campers access to over 230,000 campsites across North America. On the 2023 list, Campspot is ranked No. 341 overall, up from No. 487 in 2022. In addition, Campspot was recognized as the eight fastest-growing company in the travel and hospitality segment, fifth in the state of Michigan and third in Grand Rapids — where its headquarters are located.

Mo. Park ‘Twin Bridges’ is ‘Devasted’ by Flood Waters

The?Twin Bridges Campground?is like its own community–tucked along the Castor River in Glen Allen, Mo., according to KFVS.

But now, everyone living there is dealing with flood damage after heavy rains forced the river out of its banks on?Monday (Aug. 14).

The owners of Twin Bridges say they had around 300 campers staying on the grounds when the river came rushing through.

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