Operating a park where people not only come and go but also stay for extended periods of time can be hard to manage. From how the park flows, to interactions with guests, as a park owner, you have to be aware of every detail
Customer Spotlight: Sherri from Fort Niangua River Resort, Missouri
4 Ways Your Campground Can Bring In Extra Cash
Whether you’ve been hiking, fishing or just sitting around a fire all week, a shower and fresh clothes are a total necessity. Offering coin-operated showers, washers and dryers will provide convenience for campers and a source of passive income for you. The best part is you’ll never need to leave the park to cash in your change - just tell campers that you have quarters and they’ll bring the cash directly to you.
How to Set Up a Glampground
In an earlier post, we introduced Glamping, a form of upscale vacationing that brings the amenities of a hotel to a campground. We wrote about the history of Glamping and the changing consumer landscape supporting this niche experience. What we didn’t explain was how an entrepreneur might go about starting a Glampground of their own. Though it’s far from all-encompassing, we hope you find today’s post enlightening.
Customer Spotlight: Matt from Southlake RV Park in Knoxville, Tennessee
Here’s the deal with Glamping
WHO WANTS TO BE A CAMPGROUND OWNER?!
If you love camping, you’ve probably entertained the idea of operating an RV Park. But have you ever considered that it would be a wise investment? RV parks typically have high yields, meaning that you can make large returns for the money you originally put down. At 10-20%, RV parks are among the highest-yielding of all real estate asset classes.
Customer Spotlight: Carol & John from Whispering Creek Lodging & RV Park in Newton, Texas
This month, Bonfire is highlighting Carol and John, the owners of Whispering Creek Lodging & RV Park, located just behind the “Piney Curtain” around Newton, Texas. Carol and John want all their guests to feel like they’re in the comfort of their own home. Whether it’s a friendly chat over a morning coffee or an extra set of hands to help clean a rig, the owners of the 15-year-old park want you to know that the “Whispering Way” means going the extra mile.
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Customer Spotlight: Margie & Jeff from Stinson RV Resort in Campbell, Texas
As most park and campground owners know, the camping industry is one big family. And as such, people come in and out of our family each year. Part of our focus at Bonfire is to promote new ideas and efficient operations. Additionally, we would like to introduce new campground owners and share their story with like-minded enthusiasts.
