National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC)
Wednesday, June 23 | www.arvc.org
OHCE2021 EARLY BIRD ENDS JULY 5
YOU'RE ALREADY PLANNING TO ATTEND OHCE2021 IN RALEIGH, SO REGISTER NOW AND SAVE $50
The Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) is back in-person and better than ever for 2021! Join us in Raleigh, N.C. from Nov. 8-11 for the outdoor hospitality industry's premier event to learn from industry leading experts, network with peers, engage with exhibitors on the expo floor, and so much more. Register now and save with the early bird discount (ENDS JULY 5) and come join the ARVC family reunion! Remember: Booking your hotel room in the ARVC block saves you money and helps us provide a better experience for you and other attendees!
3 FRESH TRENDS OF PARK VISITORS:
WHAT CAMPGROUND OPERATORS NEED TO KNOW
Travelers are excited and preparing to camp this summer after getting a taste for the outdoors during the pandemic. To help campgrounds prepare for these visitors in the post-pandemic climate, ARVC Partner RMS conducted independent research on consumer travel preferences. After surveying 350+ people, here are three key takeaways:
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MEMBER TIP OF THE WEEK
GET ACTIONABLE IDEAS YOU CAN USE NOW
AT TOMORROW'S WEBINAR
ARVC's monthly webinar series is always popular, but none is as popular as the chance for owners, operators, managers and suppliers to have an open one-hour discussion about anything on their minds, it is a great opportunity to share ideas and come away with actionable solutions to any issue you are facing. You'll hear from a few select owners telling their story before we open it up to discussion.

Join the conversation tomorrow (June 24) at 11am ET by pre-registering for the event below.
SAVE BIG WITH THESE NEW MEMBER DISCOUNTS!
You probably spend thousands each year on building and landscape materials to beautify your park, right? What about on background checks on long-term campers?

ARVC has your back and has negotiated exclusive discounts on your behalf! Check out these new member-only discounts from Lowe's and Tenant Magic and put more money back into your pocket.
WANT TO SPEAK AT OHCE2021? APPLY NOW!
Are you an expert on a topic of importance to ARVC Members or do you know a thought-leader we should ask to speak at OHCE2021?

The ARVC education team is now accepting applications for OHCE2021 speakers. Either apply yourself, share the application with someone you know or just fill out our education contact form and suggest speakers you'd like to see at this year's event!

Speaker applications are due by June 28. Applications received after this date will be not be considered.
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ARVC MEMBERS IN THE NEWS
ARVC MEMBERS MAKE PARADE'S LIST OF BEST
RV PARKS AND CAMPGROUNDS IN EACH STATE
Many major publications are picking up on the growth in popularity in camping which has spurred a multitude of articles featuring popular campgrounds. GoCampingAmerica.com has been featured recently for its ease of use and the millions of campers using the platform to find their next adventure. In addition, Parade magazine recently consulted with GoRVing.com expert Jeff Crider and he offered his favorite campground recommendations for each state in the U.S. Congratulations to the many ARVC member-parks featured on Parade’s list.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO GET INVOLVED!
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR BOARD OF DIRECTOR, FOUNDATION BOARD POSITIONS
ARVC needs your voice! The nomination period is open for the ARVC Board of Directors and the ARVC Foundation Board of Trustees. This year, there are open positions Board of Directors in Voting Areas 2, 3, 4 and 6.

The deadline to nominate for the ARVC Board of Directors is July 13 and the ARVC Foundation Board of Trustees deadline is Sept. 13.

View the full requirements for the positions and download the nomination forms below.
DATES TO KNOW
June 24
ARVC Webinar Series: Owners' Perspective Open Forum. [REGISTER]

June 28
OHCE speaker application deadline. [SPEAKER APPLICATION]

July 5
Early Bird Registration deadline for 2021 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE). Raleigh, N.C. [REGISTER NOW WITH EARLY BIRD PRICING]

July 13
Individual nominations must be received for ARVC Board of Directors. [NOMINATION FORM]

Aug. 10
Prospective Owners Workshop (POW!) offered online [REGISTER] | [SCHOLARSHIP]

Sept. 13
ARVC Awards of Excellence nominations deadline. [APPLY NOW]

Individual nominations must be received for ARVC Foundation Board of Trustees. [NOMINATION FORM]

Sept. 27-29
Virginia Campground Association (VCA) Annual Meeting. Wilderness Presidential Resort, Spotsylvania, Va. [REGISTER]

Nov. 8
Prospective Owners Workshop (POW!) offered in-person. [REGISTER AS ADD-ON EXPERIENCE] | [SCHOLARSHIP]

Nov. 8-11
2021 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE). Raleigh, N.C. [REGISTER] | [SCHOLARSHIP]