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Some Smokies roads to be closed longer for stimulus projects; spring ...
WBIR-TV
Road repair work will result in delayed openings for Smokemont and Balsam Mountain campgrounds which are scheduled to open on May 28. Group Camping will be ...

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TriCities.com
Smokies openings delayed
Knoxville News Sentinel
Road construction will delay the opening of Smokemont and Balsam Mountain campgrounds until May 28. Group camping will be available starting Friday at Big ...
Smokies Reopen Some Seasonal FacilitiesWSMV Nashville
Smoky Mountain facilities reopening this weekendWRCB-TV

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Camping areas open for Fishing Derby
Kern Valley Sun
Pioneer Point, Tillie Creek, Paradise Cove, Hungry Gulch and Boulder Gulch campgrounds are on first-come, first-served bases at $20 per night. ...

New law will boost tourism in county
BlueRidgeNow.com
Stepped-up international leisure travel to the US will likely result in increased visits to campgrounds, RV parks and resorts. ...

NH camping tax up for repeal
WCAX
The nine percent rooms and meals tax was extended to campgrounds last July to help pay for state spending. It applies to both recreational vehicles and ...

Spring Break 2010: Get a little fresh air
Oklahoma Daily
Casual camping is a cheaper, easier and more relaxed alternative to a hardcore backpacking expedition. Campgrounds are in abundance wherever you go, ...

spring park schedule
Seymour Herald
Road repair work will result in delayed openings for Smokemont and Balsam Mountain campgrounds which are scheduled to open on May 28. Group Camping will be ...

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RV SHOW A CAMPING LOVER'S DREAM
WMGM
Camping resorts and campgrounds will also be represented. And if you purchase an RV at this weekend's event, you also get an RV getaway gift package valued ...
RV & Camping Show gets off to busy start in Atlantic CityPress of Atlantic City
40th annual RV and Camping Show this weekendNewsChannel 9 WSYR

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Valley of Fire spectacular side trip from Vegas
News from Indian Country
The two campgrounds are often packed during the spring and fall, but less crowded during the scorching summer months and chilly winter season. ...

RVs a home away from home you bring with you
Peoria Journal Star
Quiet campgrounds are what Barry Kelley from Springfield said he enjoyed the most about taking his RV on trips. "The phone doesn't ring, it's relaxing, ...

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Casino RV camping guide lists services for RVers
RV News Service
“The casinos provide modern, upscale camping facilities for a price usually below that of other campgrounds,” said author Jane Kenny. ...

Campgrounds surviving, despite weak economy
WPDE
Nearly 100 campground managers and owners from the Carolinas are talking about the industry and trends at the Lakewood Camping Resort ...
Monday Q&A | State park groups convene in Myrtle Beach areaMyrtle Beach Sun News
Carolinas RV camp group meetsWMBF
SCGIA hosts gang conference in Myrtle BeachWMBF
WMBF -WMBF -WPDE
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Fee increases at TF County campgrounds
KMVT
For Rock Creek Park, RV parking will go up from $11 to $15; tent camping will go up a dollar from 4 dollars. Campsites at Murtaugh Lake Park will also go up ...
Twin Falls Co. hikes camping, copying feesTwin Falls Times-News

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News 10 Now
40th annual RV and Camping Show
News 10 Now
"There really weren't a lot of campgrounds that were affected, but there are a few. I was surprised to hear the private campground owners are happy, ...

Campsites upgraded at Table Rock State Park
News-Leader.com
In addition to campgrounds, the park features a full-service marina with a dive shop and boat and personal watercraft rentals, a paved walking and bicycling ...

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Businesses encouraged to capitalize on influx of people for outdoor religioius ...
Southeast Missourian
The campgrounds of the site will open for visitors the week prior to the event, beginning June 7. There will be a charge for primitive camping. ...

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Happy (to give) campersArea campgrounds do their part to help local hospitals
Press of Atlantic City
Sometimes campgrounds don't know themselves what other campgrounds are doing." Otto said Big Timber Lake Family Camping Resort in Cape May Court House has ...

Season is right for camping
istockAnalyst.com (press release)
Minder's park is one of two county-owned facilities, along with Blythe Island Regional Park, boasting campgrounds and campsites. Amenities for campers at ...

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SILive.com
For Scouts, it was a great day to rally around Pouch Camp
SILive.com
Supporters of the 120-acre Sea View campgrounds gathered an hour before the West Brighton parade kicked off to hand out some 500 signs with the message, ...

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North Lauderdale wants campers to pay
Sun-Sentinel
In March, North Lauderdale hopes to raise revenue by becoming the first city to offer campgrounds to scouting groups and youth organizations. ...

Camping reservations open Feb. 27 this year for Lewis River parks
OregonLive.com (blog)
The reservation line for PacifiCorp's popular Cresap Bay and Cougar Camp campgrounds opens Saturday, Feb. 27, this year. ...

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RV, camping show manager expects heavy traffic during weekend in Atlantic City
Press of Atlantic City
The Atlantic City show will also offer accessories for camping and campgrounds, including one that might interest non-campers living on barrier islands ...
Weekend RV show opens Friday in Atlantic CityPress of Atlantic City

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Am-Jam's not dead; you'll just have to wait a year
Times Herald-Record
The only thing different about the new venue is that there will be no camping. There are campgrounds in the surrounding area as well as nearby hotels that ...

Camp reservations system will be unavailable
OregonLive.com
Park campgrounds will remain open during the reservation blackout, with campsites available on a first-come basis. Previous reservations will remain valid. ...

Long Island Press
State Parks Advocates Rally on LI, Across NY
Long Island Press
The state Department of Environmental Conservation operates its own system of 52 campgrounds in the Catskill and Adirondack parks. ...

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Program helps teach families how to camp
Austin 360
If parents don't instill a love of the outdoors in their kids, they will be less likely to appreciate parks, campgrounds and hiking trails when they get ...

Camping This Summer? Reserve Your Spot Now
About - News & Issues (blog)
Campgrounds at California's best national and state parks fill up early, so even if it's still cold outside, it's not too early to start planning your ...

Lakewood Camping Resort to host trade show
WMBF
"We are thrilled to host the Carolinas Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds at Lakewood," said Shannon Gomer, chairman of the board at Lakewood Camping ...

Congress, Greens, Time to Spike Runaway Forest Service Fees
Flathead Beacon
The Forest Service didn't use many private concessionaires to operate campgrounds at the time, but those that were on board were required to honor these ...

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Proposed state budget imperils state parks
The Saratogian
The Saratoga-Capital Region has 12 parks, including three campgrounds and eight historic sites. A published report says Saratoga Spa State Park's Victoria ...
Guest Commentary -- Help save the state parksLake County Record-Bee

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Plain Dealer
Death Valley bursts to life with spring wildflowers
Plain Dealer
The National Park Service runs eight public campgrounds in the park (nps.gov/deva/planyourvisit/camping.htm); Stovepipe Wells runs an RV campground; ...

A getaway close to home
Monterey County Herald
First of all, the camping in that area is off the hook. There are six campgrounds — two are fully established and the rest rustic. There are ocean overlooks ...

Retirees Work For Rent At State Parks
Huffington Post (blog)
Cash-strapped retirees are finding worthy work and free rent by volunteering in parks, campgrounds and wildlife sanctuaries, in exchange for camping space, ...

Iowa Campsites Filling Quickly for Memorial Day Weekend
Best of Boating (blog)
Iowa's state park campgrounds are filling quickly for the Memorial Day weekend that is nearly three months away. The window to reserve the first major ...

Make Plans Now for Summer Camping, the Michigan Association of Recreation ...
Market Wire (press release)
As many campers discover, campgrounds often fill up quickly during the summer season. The best time to make camping reservations is just before spring, ...

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KMVT
Several SNRA campgrounds to open early
KMVT
SNRA Deputy Area Ranger Kelly Jardine says that anglers need to use the campgrounds, because they're safer instead of just camping along Highway 75. ...

Show celebrates 100 years of RVing
Asbury Park Press
The show will also feature RV services and accessories along with information on an array of campgrounds across the region, camping equipment, ...

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Economy's in the ditch, but RVers roll to Tucson
Arizona Daily Star
Lower fuel prices and the overall value of camping - which has always done well against other kinds of recreation - have helped, says Linda Profaizer, ...

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Spring River -- Rowdy River to air on TruTV Feb. 23
The News
The problems have forced Arkansas Game and Fish officers, officers with both counties and State Police to patrol the river, campgrounds and roads going into ...

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Symposium set for next month
MSU State News
Attendees can learn more by visiting booths hosted by representatives from outdoor clubs, outfitters, guides and campgrounds. ...

Bristol Extends SAFER Barriers
Insider Racing News
Smokers may choose to smoke in open-air areas behind the grandstands, in the New Holland Fan Plaza and in campgrounds. The Champions Club, seating and ...

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Valley of Fire spectacular side trip from Vegas
Foster's Daily Democrat
The two campgrounds are often packed during the spring and fall, but less crowded during the scorching summer months and chilly winter season. ...

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A new perspective on how to keep state parks open
North Country Public Radio (blog)
California raised its camping fee to $35 per night. At that rate, say team members, the campsite must have a competent host that really keeps campgrounds ...

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Policy changes for seasonal camping at Wildcat approved
The Caledonia Argus (subscription)
“We checked with other campgrounds before including this and they all require the rent paid up front,” Meiners said. “The county only had an issue with one ...

False Cape State Park's possible closing
The Virginian-Pilot
Only primitive camping is offered, and there are many regulations to ensure visitors can't harm the environment. Regular visitors like the intimate, ...

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Orlando Sentinel
Bike Week banking on snowstorm refugees on 2 wheels
Orlando Sentinel
Campgrounds are already starting to fill up, with the more budget-conscious bikers pitching a tent so they can afford the event. "Camping has always been ...

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Campsite tales include another chicken joke
Marshall County Tribune
Picture this: You're camping at a state park, enjoying the tranquility of the forest and the woman who collects campsite rental fees rolls up quietly in her ...

Austin American-Statesman
Homeless a tough target in census
Austin American-Statesman
... that is what the Census Bureau will attempt to do over three days and two nights from March 29 to 31 in visits to soup kitchens, shelters, campgrounds, ...

Lake Washington Park to be upgraded
Mankato Free Press
Reak said with most private campgrounds in the county having gone to seasonal camping fee packages, the Lake Washington Park's plans for a nightly fee ...

Backbone Trail Trek Date Set – May 1 - 8, 2010
Topanga Messenger
Participants camp each night in one of the area campgrounds. Event volunteers transport hiker's camping equipment between campgrounds. ...

Winter campers feel warmed by the experience
Worcester Telegram
The Trustees of Reservations is a nonprofit land conservation organization with campgrounds, reservations and other natural sites open to the public around ...

Addie Upset over State Park Closures
The Gouverneur Times
We need our parks and campgrounds more now than ever. They are affordable for our families, and sustain our local economy. ...

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Seniors, senators blast plan to cut campsite discounts
Twin Falls Times-News
The US Forest Service is considering allowing private companies that manage many of its campgrounds to charge more to senior citizens and people with ...

Campground officials convene
Myrtle Beach Sun News
The Carolinas Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds annual meeting kicks off Sunday and runs through Tuesday at Lakewood Camping Resort. ...

5th Annual RV And Outdoorsman Show
KEYC
Vendors are also available with information on area campgrounds and resorts.The events coordinator says the event is a draw for the outdoor enthusiast and ...

On patrol at the Oceano Dunes
San Luis Obispo Tribune
Colligan drives through grassy campgrounds outside the sand area. In the campground, rangers deal less often with vehicle problems and more with ...

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Perking up parks: Retirees can help
The Union Leader
I've been to multiple state and national parks/campgrounds where volunteer "hosts" trade their time for free camping. It works well, mostly. ...

Almost time to reserve spots at Cresap Bay and Cougar Camp parks
Longview Daily News
Other PacifiCorp-owned parks with campgrounds will continue to be available only on a first-come, first-served basis. PacifiCorp operates 14 parks and ...

RVs big, small draw thousands to show
MassLive.com
People are still going camping, but not as far and not as often," Beaver said. He said he sold three of the teardrops, which cost $4000 to $9000. ...

RV sales revving up
Daytona Beach News-Journal
And snowbird visitors to recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds are up across the Sunbelt. "And attendance at the RV shows are up as is our walk in ...

WestportBeachKOA.com - Camp On The California Coast
KillerStartups.com (blog)
“This Mendocino / Fort Bragg Campground and RV Park is the perfect California beach camping vacation destination! Many campgrounds say they are "near" the ...

Guided hike to cover 67 miles in 8 days
Camarillo Acorn
There is a fee to cover campgrounds, equipment transportation, insurance and meals. Participation is open to the public. The trek is limited to 25 hikers. ...

Restrictions imposed on Sedona and Verde Valley
Camp Verde Journal
The restrictions, which went into effect Thursday, June 16, at 8 am, limit campfires as well as stove and charcoal fires to developed campgrounds and picnic ...

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The trouble with monuments
High Country News (blog)
... I went back to that area on a family camping trip. The unpeopled place I remembered had vanished. We had to fight for spots in campgrounds. ...

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New West
Idaho Delegation Fights Forest Service for Seniors, Disabled
New West
The FS has proposed a new rule that would reduce the discounts from 50 percent to 10 percent in campgrounds and other facilities operated by private ...

Gun store to open near mall
Tracy Press
Campgrounds are for camping... and hopefully the swim center will patrol and enforce. I don't think anyone has delusions that people will flock to Tracy in ...

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THE SCORE: Asylum Street Spankers to play at Plush Wednesday
California Chronicle
So are the camping spots in the Starlight preferred campgrounds. You can still snag a spot in the Crazy Coyote and Road Runner camps, but don't delay; ...

Site Web Archive
Austin 360 (blog)
The book includes maps of 60 campgrounds, plus information about fees, restrictions, dates of operation and facilities. Included are some of the state's ...

Legislators Eye Ways to Keep Parks Open
MyFox Phoenix
The Phoenix-based company operates publicly owned campgrounds and marinas in 11 states. Company President Warren Meyer offered to take over operations of ...

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Bitterroot forest walks fine line between ponderosa health, campground aesthetics
The Missoulian
Hartless hopes the efforts this year at the campground can be a template for national forest campgrounds elsewhere. Ponderosa pine can live up to 400 years ...

Travelin' in Time: Diestelhorst pioneers were an enterprising family
Record-Searchlight
The auto camp was one of the very first auto campgrounds in Northern California, if not the first. Over the years, their resort evolved from tent camping to ...

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About - News & Issues (blog)
KOA Offers Earthy, Civilized Alternative for Motorcycle Travelers
About - News & Issues (blog)
The upgraded digs run around $100 per night, and many of KOA's 475 campgrounds nationwide also feature espresso bars, pools and hot tubs, free internet, ...

ID delegation urges agency to keep senior discount
Rexburg Standard Journal
Idaho's congressional delegation has weighed in on a proposal to reduce discounts for fees at Forest Service campgrounds and other services. Sens. ...

Sheyenne National Grasslands: An interview with the guy in charge
West Fargo Pioneer
As we build more recreational facilities (campgrounds and trails) we will likely deal with more “people” issues. Q: What are some of the changes you've ...

First person: Shaking, chaos, family and hope in Chile
OCRegister
... or if they will find the more than likely thousands of people washed out to sea from small towns like Puerto Saavedra and campgrounds like Los Pinos. ...

BC CORRECTIONS NYT
El Paso Inc
A New York Times News Service article about retirees who volunteer to work in parks, campgrounds and wildlife sanctuaries, usually in exchange for camping ...

'Care-a-vanners' build area house
Hartwell Sun
“During that time, we have been to five Georgia campgrounds and always enjoy our visits. We always meet plenty of interesting people. ...

ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS: A camping paradise on the Central Coast
Lompoc Record
Many of the Santa Barbara listings are National Forest campgrounds with limited facilities along the upper Santa Ynez River — Fremont, Los Prietos, ...

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Hill to ride across US for Shriners' Hospitals
The Daily Advance
I also know where all the libraries, campgrounds and motels are.” Hill will also have his phone, but there are many places that don't have cell phone ...

Ohio's Danbury sits by Lake Erie
Danbury News Times
"Due to the popularity of this area, with Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay," Rozak said, "Danbury Township has 55 marinas with 5132 docks, 35 campgrounds with ...

WIVB
NY state parks cancel some camping reservations
Ithaca Journal
The state Department of Environmental Conservation operates its own system of 52 campgrounds in the Catskill and Adirondack parks. ...
State begins canceling campground reservationsAlbany Times Union (blog)

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Backyard to Backwoods: Animals showing affection are great for photos
Park Rapids Enterprise
You may have biked on its trails in the summer, fished in its many lakes, camped in its campgrounds, or driven through to see the fall colors, ...

Desert conservation weekend
Pahrump Valley Times
Camping is available on the lawn of the Flowers Building or at local campgrounds in Shoshone and Tecopa. Contact the symposium chairman Vicky Hoover at ...

National Parks Traveler (blog)
Hikes Abound in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Both Short and Long
National Parks Traveler (blog)
Comfortable backcountry campsites and spacious front-country campgrounds make the park an excellent first-time, family camping destination. ...

Michigan Rolling in Dough? Gives Out Raises, Plus Millions in Tourism Subsidies
Michigan Capitol Confidential
If I research campgrounds, I end up with a difficult-to-navigate partial list at Michigan.gov, heavily weighted toward a few locations. ...

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America's state parks alliance launched by National Association
Hillsboro Argus - OregonLive.com
"Simple outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and camping on public lands and waters can serve as a gateway to a healthier lifestyle," says former ...

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Extras for winter camping can be fun
Polaskinews.net
One favorable factor in winter camping is you won't have trouble finding a site, but keep in mind that some campgrounds are closed or sections of some of ...

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Minot Daily News
Thunder Mountain Rockfest lineup
Minot Daily News
Areas designated as campgrounds surround the venue, providing hundreds of 20-foot by 30-foot campsites. Hanson said only "five or six" sites remain in the ...

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Camping reservations open soon for Memorial Day
Rapid City Journal
AP | Posted: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 9:30 am | (0) Comments A three-night stay is required during holiday weekends at all state parks except Custer State ...

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Cold keeps area visitors bundled up, but glad they're not back home
TCPalm
Campground operators report that fierce weather in northern states has caused a spike in use for some campgrounds. "The numbers are the same at Wickham Park ...

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No butts about it at MIS track: Smoking ban covers most areas [The Blade ...
Behavioral Health Central (blog)
The June race weekend has the ARCA Racing Series presented by RE/MAX and Menards opening things on June 11, followed by the NASCAR Camping World Truck ...

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NASCAR fans downsize the party: Tents, hot dogs and firewood: Tamer campouts ...
American Chronicle
Though Thursday's Duel races are a popular event, the infield campgrounds remained sparse. Veteran campers have noticed that the spaces remain vacant for ...

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