WCM's Daily News Update: March 20, 2024

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OHI, CARVC Score ‘Big Win’ On Electrical Code Issue

Multiple North Carolina parks recently found themselves closed or unable to open due to electrical issues from upgrades required by the Deputy State Fire Marshal’s interpretation of the electric code. In response, the public affairs and advocacy teams at? OHI , formerly the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds, and the?Carolinas Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds?(CARVC) jumped in together to quickly find a solution, according to a press release.

On Tuesday (March 19), industry advocates representing OHI and CARVC attended the N.C. Building Code Council Public Hearing in Raleigh, N.C., to speak with officials regarding their interpretation of the National Electric Code 70 Article 551.71 (F) GFCI Protection as applied to RV pedestals. Together, the teams were successful in getting the case reconsidered with a unanimous vote from the building code council.

‘The Glampys’ Recognize Top Glamping Destinations

The Dyrt , an app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has announced the winners of the 2024 Glampy Awards. Now in its third year, the Glampys recognize and honor the most unique and innovative glampground destinations throughout the United States, according to a press release.

Glamping may have started out as a niche, but it has quickly gained momentum as a fast-growing segment of the camping industry. According to?The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by the All-New Toyota Tacoma, 26% of private camping properties surveyed said they now offer glamping.

Ocean Lakes’ Polar Plunge Raises Money for Charity

A local Myrtle Beach, S.C., food bank was restocked after the holidays because 861 polar bear participants (guests), with ages ranging from grade schoolers to retirees, gathered on the beach at?Ocean Lakes Family Campground?to participate in the 23rd Annual Polar Bear Plunge, according to a press release.

The tradition started with just three individuals in 2000 and has grown to nearly 1,000 participants who have fun and help raise money for a local charity.

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