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The ARVC Foundation Auction has always been one of the highlights of the annual Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE), as members of the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) come together to bid on amazing items to support the ARVC Foundation. This year, the ARVC Foundation is excited to pivot to a fully online auction, taking place from Nov. 2-5 during the virtual OHCE2020.

Time is running out to register for the virtual 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) hosted by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds’ (ARVC). The deadline to register is October 28. 

It is always nice when a RV park’s name fits what it offers. Nature’s Resort RV Park in Homosassa, Fla., is a perfect example of that, as any park that is renowned for its waterfront, complete with daily manatee and dolphin sightings, doesn’t need to overthink it. Customers know it is a place where fun abounds on the Gulf Coast and you can escape the hustle and bustle of central Florida.

It could be safely said that this year’s camping season was unlike any other in recent memory. Having to endure so many challenges presented by this year’s public health crisis required the owners and managers of ARVC member-parks to be prepared to turn on a dime to implement changes to policies and procedures as conditions warranted. If there are lessons to be learned from meeting these challenges, one of them is the power of being flexible.

In order to assist RV park and campground owners and operators in their search for the best reservation system for their park, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is bringing back the wildly popular interactive Reservation Systems Panel during this fall’s Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE). This panel will give attendees a chance to engage directly with seven of the premier companies to gain a better understanding of the products and services each offer.  

Leisure Systems, Inc. (LSI) and the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) have reached a partnership agreement for the 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) that includes significant LSI branding and presence during the virtual conference and a commitment that all general managers at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts will attend.

Excitement for the 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) continues to build, with a record number of attendees registering in the past week, according to the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC). ARVC’s Hosted Buyer Program is also seeing a surge in interest, with more than 500 one-on-one meetings between attendees and vendors already scheduled.

In preparation for the virtual 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE), the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is announcing its final slate of speakers and education sessions, adding to an already robust lineup of that will feature more than 30 industry experts and leaders prepared to help campground owners and operators succeed in 2021.  

In response to the numerous challenges 2020 has presented, the ARVC Foundation has pivoted to ensure its fundraising efforts will continue to provide support for those in the outdoor hospitality industry. 

In preparation for the virtual 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE), the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is announcing its second slate of speakers and education sessions, adding to an already robust lineup of industry experts and leaders prepared to help campground owners and operators succeed in 2021.

The Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association (PCOA) highlights tips to hosting safe Halloween events at campgrounds and RV parks. 

The deadline to secure the best rate for the 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) is fast approaching, as the last day to register and receive the early bird rate is October 12.  

Just like ARVC’s in-person Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE) events held in previous years, 2020’s virtual conference on November 2-5 will be packed with educational sessions, industry insights and networking along with an Expo offering product presentations and demonstrations. Here are a few things you need to know:

As one of the host sites of this year’s Takeaway Tours at ARVC’s annual Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE), Jolly Roger RV Resort will offer a virtual tour, with Managing Partner Andrew Jackson sharing insights and behind-the-scenes looks at the nuts and bolts of the 130-site park. He will focus on how he and his family manage the park, the challenges and obstacles that they encounter and how he makes sure his staff goes the extra mile to provide service and accommodations that match the beauty of the park’s oceanfront setting. 

Building on the success of last year’s award-winning Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE), the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is excited to announce this year’s virtual OHCE2020 already has 12 sponsors and more than 35 exhibitors, with more being added every day. 

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In preparation for the virtual 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE), the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is announcing its first slate of speakers and education sessions focused on the topics born from the lessons of 2020 that will help set attendees up for success in 2021.  

Building on the success of last year’s record-setting Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) in Knoxville, the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) is excited to announce registrations for this year’s virtual OHCE are tracking at a similar pace. 

As one of the host sites of this year’s Takeaway Tours at ARVC’s annual Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE), the management and staff at Cross Creek RV Resort will offer a virtual tour of their park, highlighting how they have built one of the best parks in the country, certified as one of only six parks in Florida that ha