CONGRATULATIONS Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park MARVAC Members Leisure Systems, Inc. Award Winners Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, Frankenmuth: Dan O'Connell Service Award: Recognizes franchisees who work at local, regional and national levels to improve and grow the campground industry. Camp Resort Comfort Station Award. Pinnacle Club Award: Camp-Resorts that score 95% or higher on annual [...]
Saginaw Bay has been a settlement for centuries, starting with indigenous people and then European settlers, who both appreciated the area for its access to water, pristine beauty, and abundant resources. This driving tour begins on the southeast side of the bay just past the crook of the thumb and curves west and north along [...]
Home, for many of us, conjures up images of comfortable furnishings, décor styled to taste, and favorite spaces at which we enjoy spending time in while we’re home. Recreation vehicles, also known as mobile homes, are our homes on wheels. We can take everything with us, anywhere we can set up camp. RVs, however, come [...]
The term “pastry” brings to mind quaint little shops filled with unbelievable smells and a case full of a delectable assortment of goodies. A little indulgence now and then is good for the soul as well as the taste buds. These recipes are doable at the campsite, throughout the seasons. Pie on a Stick – [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Lindley, jlindley@mmhrvca.org , 517.449.0487 LANSING - Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday the appointment of Darren Ing to the Michigan Travel Commission. Mr. Ing is the Director of the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicle & Campgrounds (MARVAC), and the President of the Tourism Industry Coalition of Michigan (TICOM). He holds [...]
Over the past several years, smart technology for our homes has taken center stage. Home appliances as everyday as refrigerators and washers come equipped with wireless technology. Home thermostats can be adjusted through an app on your phone. Home security systems can be turned on or off from anywhere in the world. You don’t need [...]
Before the start of every summer, we have already created a bucket list or wish list of what we want to see and do over the course of the next three months. We can enthusiastically make a bucket list for winter, too. In fact, think of it as a challenge. And it will be a [...]
OKEMOS, MI—November 2021—Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) announced winners of their annual campground awards during their Baton Rouge, Louisiana, convention this past week. The winners are based on surveys from campers following their stay as well as an annual on-site quality inspection of the campgrounds. The awards include the KOA President’s Award, which is presented [...]
One of the conveniences of an RV is the ability to have running water. We’ve talked about how to keep your fresh water system clean in the past. Now we will talk about your RV’s water heater. Most RVs come equipped with one – unless you have a pop-up camper or a smaller RV – [...]
Traveling and camping by RV is about exploring, relaxing, and finding balance. Having a companion along can enhance all of those qualities – including four-legged ones. It may seem “difficult” to incorporate your pet into your camping and travel plans, but it doesn’t have to be… and you can have a lot of fun with [...]
