The worst of the recession may be past for recreational vehicle dealers and campgrounds. So far this year, sales of RVs have increased dramatically, according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association. After a massive slump in 2009, national RV wholesale shipments have risen for 10 straight months, with shipments in June up 72.6 percent from a year ago. Year-to-date RV sales through June
have already eclipsed totals for all of last year.
campgrounds are reporting record numbers.
Statewide and locally, RV sales and rental companies and RV
Barb Saulsbury said RV visits to the Bellefonte KOA campground she runs with her husband are at an all-time high. “We’ve owned this campground for 27 years, and this is the best season we’ve ever seen,” she said. “Last year was a record, and this year we’re up from that.” Continued Page 2