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TACO Preferred Providers for 2025

Electrical Services & Supplies

This Kingston, Washington company is the premier supplier of electrical products and components for the outdoor hospitality industry.

Online Reservation Provider

NewBook’s US division, based in Costa Mesa, CA, provides front desk management solutions for the hospitality industry.

Wireless Internet Provider

A leader in outdoor Wi-Fi and connectivity, Austin, Texas-based Tengo Internet has over 22 years of industry experience.

Insurance

Based in Sturgis, South Dakota, Leavitt has been a leader in specialized insurance for RV parks, campgrounds, & resorts for over 40 years.

Propane

Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane is a nationwide marketer and distirbutor of propane.

Attributes of a TACO Preferred Provider:

• TACO vendor member in good standing

• TACO meeting exhibitor and sponsor

• History of association support through advertising in TACO News & Vendor Guide

• Responsiveness to inquiries, whether about their company or the industry

• Good reputation in the industry and with TACO members

• Track record of other relevant strategic partnerships

CAMPGROUND ACCOUNTING

Donna & Chad Bordeaux . 704-752-9845

info@campgroundaccounting.com

Port St. Lucie, FL

Specialists in saving taxes & growing campgrounds. Get proactive advice, avoid surprises, and achieve more than you dreamed! www.campgroundaccounting.com

CAMPGROUND REFUND

Jim Dixon ............................. 214-546-7886

jim@campgroundrefund.com

Hurst, TX

Performing no-risk contingency fee, refund on utilities sales tax, and construction for RV campgrounds. www.campgroundrefund.com

Background Screening

CAMP BACKGROUND CHECKS

DeeAnn Myers & Khali Benney ...................... 816-875-3699

deeannm@datasourcecorp.com

Blue Springs, MO

Ensure a safe, welcoming camp or RV park with fast, reliable background checks. www.campbackgroundchecks.com

Bruce Hurta ......................... 281-384-2595

bruce@businessfinancedepot.com

Houston, TX

Business Finance Depot offers SBA/USDA loans, retirement rollovers, park model financing, unsecured loans, and HELOC. www.businessfinancedepot.com

info@thebscgroup.com

Downers Grove, IL

Commercial mortgage brokers financing RV parks through banks, credit unions, LifeCos, CMBS lenders, and private debt funds. www.thebscgroup.com

& Satellite Systems

Campground Consulting

ATWELL, LLC

George Garay ................... 248-447-2000

ggaray@atwell-group.com

Plano, TX

Full-service consulting, engineering, and construction services firm. We deliver a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the Real Estate & Land Development, Power & Energy, Oil & Gas markets. www.atwell-group.com

CAMPGROUND CONSULTING GROUP, LLC

Jayne Cohen ...................... 800-897-8836

info@campgroundconsultinggroup.com

Meredith, NH

National consulting group specializing in all aspects of RV park and campground development, investment and operations, land planning and design; feasibility studies, operational audits and more. www.campgroundconsultinggroup.com

Amie Mersmann ................. 979-703-4572

amie@mcg-hospitality.com

College Station, TX

Provides strategic planning, design, feasibility studies, operational startup, marketing solutions, & marketing & operations startup. www.mcg-hospitality.com

MOORE’S CAMPGROUND CONSULTING

Joe Moore ............................ 817-999-4108 moorescampgroundconsulting@gmail.com

Mineola, TX

Professional campground assessment, providing consulting services from a thought to opening. www.moorescampgroundconsulting.com

GROUP Uchenna Nnadi ................. 844-669-6234

info@nadigroup.com

Troy, MI

Urban design, land-use planning and landscape architecture that adds resilience, value, and the human experience to your project. Discover how we create. www.nadigroup.com

Campground Equipment CHADWICK

Joe Hammer ....................... 815-684-5152

info@chadwickmfg.com

Freeport, IL

Heavy-duty campground and park equipment – picnic tables, grills, fire rings, bike racks built to last.

www.chadwickmanufacturing.com

Campground Equipment (cont.)

SAMSON SHOWER SYSTEMS LLC

Craig Steele ........................ 817-228-0619

craig@samsonshower.com

Burleson, TX

Low-flow, high-pressure, all-metal fixed & handheld showerheads. www.samsonshower.com

STEELSTOR RELOCATABLE

Kristin Hesse ....................... 512-535-7666

sales@steelstorrelocatable.com Austin, TX

SteelStor Units provide additional incomegenerating streams while providing much needed storage for RV guests. www.steelstorrelocatable.com

THE JUMP PAD

Steve Hawaii ...................... 865-387-5667

info@thejumppad.com

Sun Valley, CA

The Jump Pad is a flat jumping product with individual baffles that allow side by side jumping. www.thejumppad.com

ADVANCED OUTDOOR MANAGEMENT

Casey Rice ........................ 509-505-6205

casey@rossmgt.com

Goldendale, WA

RV resort, RV park, campground management –3rd party management consulting. www.advancedoutdoormgmt.com

BLUE WATER DEVELOPMENT

Tony Nichols ..................... 443-856-4300

tnichols@bwdc.com

Ocean City, MD

Blue Water delivers top management services where operations, revenue management, and marketing create solutions. www.bwdc.com

BUZZWORTHY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Stephanie Culver .............. 682-551-4498

sculver@buzzworthypm.com

Grapevine, TX

BuzzWorthy Property Management optimizes RV parks with expert operations, marketing, and guest experience strategies. www.buzzworthypm.com

Campground Management (cont.)

RV PARK MANAGEMENT, LLC

Austin Faught ...................... 855-515-1777

contact@rvparkpm.com

Bulverde, TX

RV Park Management provides owners with professional management services and systems designed to maximize RV park investments. www.rvparkpm.com

TEXAS BOUTIQUE REALTY LLC

Larry Frawley ..................... 713-899-7394

larryfrawley@gmail.com

Katy, TX

We manage RV parks and we represent RV parks, both buyers and sellers in the real estate market. www.texasboutiquerealty.com

FLATSPOT DECKING SERVICES

Trenton Hensley ............... 828 999-4032

trenton@flatspotdeckingservices.com Dallas, NC

Flatspot Decking Services provides a unique way to maximize revenue for each space without capital of outlay maintenance and a 100% tax write off for your business. www.flatspotdeckingservices.com

RELIABLE COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

Erica Larson ........................ 817-467-0779

erica@reliablepaving.com

Arlington, TX

Commercial, industry, self storage, warehouse & retail office construction, tilt wall experts & turnkey general contractor. www.reliablecommercial.com

TEN POINT SERVICES

Barrett Keron ...................... 512-667-8133

info@tenpointservicestx.com

Austin, TX

More than just a commercial construction company - we are creators, innovators, and community builders. With a passion for excellence and a commitment to quality, we specialize in bringing RV and glamping visions to life. www.tenpointservicestx.com

Credit Card Services

Hundreds of thousands of RV campers see the printed or online TACO Guide each year –customers you NEED!

The TACO Guide offers:

• An exclusive focus on the Lone Star State

• Themed regional profiles

• Distribution through TxDOT Travel Centers, Chambers of Commerce & CVBs, and at 400+ member campgrounds

• Enhanced park listings, advertorials, and a pullout map insert

• New focus on Glamping

• Complimentary ad design services

ELECTRICAL WORKS

Tristan Ciceri .................... 352-460-0810

office@electricalworksflorida.com Leesburg, FL

Electrical Works continues to set the standard for RV & MP parks having completed over 7,800 RV & MH sire projects at over 50 different properties. www.electricalworksflorida.com

Electrical Services/ Supplies (cont.) Franchise Services

Electrical Services/ Supplies (cont.)

WILD ENERGY CO.

Emily Steinhauer ................ 833-563-6300

emily@wildenergyco.com

Sarasota, FL

Industry leader in utility sub-metering, we automatically capture and record energy usage by customer. www.wildenergyco.com

INFINITY POWER PARTNERS, LLC

Nick Altman ....................... 713-559-0558

nick@infinitypowerpartners.com

Houston, TX

Electricity and natural gas procurement management solutions, risk management service, and marketing insight through the development of client-specific strategies. www.infinitypowerpartners.com

TEXEN POWER COMPANY

Tom Stubblefield ................ 281-989-7440

tstubblefield@texenpower.com

Georgetown, TX

Agent for electric power/commercial electricity, save you up to 35%. www.texenpower.com

CAMP JELLYSTONE

Steve Stafford ................... 248-579-8296

sstafford1@campjellystone.com

Southfield, MI

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts is the only franchise in the US solely focused on the family camping demographic. There are currently more than 75 Jellystone Park locations in the US & Canada. www.jellystonefranchise.com

Brownfield ............... 800-548-7239

Billings, MT

Franchise marketing providing onsite training and KOA U-Design support for technology and site upgrades to serve today’s public. www.ownakoa.com

Golf Cars

MISSION GOLF CARS

James Camp ...................... 210-545-7868 james@missiongolfcars.com San Antonio, TX

Here for all your golf car needs, with a total of 9 locations, and a dedicated staff ready to assist you with sales, rentals, leasing, and service. www.missiongolfcars.com

LEAVITT RECREATION & HOSPITALITY INSURANCE

Chris Hipple ...................... 800-525-2060 chris-hipple@leavitt.com Sturgis, SD

Specialized insurance for RV parks, campgrounds, and resorts. #1 in the industry for over 40 years! www.leavitt.com

ARK ASSURANCE GROUP

John Hinsley ...................... 903-509-2292 info@arkassurance.com Tyler, TX

RV park insurance services. www.arkassurance.com

INSURANCE SERVICES

Crystal Erickson ................ 608-269-2127

cerickson@coverrainsurance.com

Sparta, WI

Campground insurance. Our team of experienced agents is prepared to guide you through your insurance options, securing the most appropriate campground insurance for your business. www.coverrainsurance.com

OUTDOOR INSURANCE SERVICES

Frank Hursh ........................ 832-497-5312

frankhursh@outdoorinsuranceservices.com The Woodlands, TX

Insurance for RV parks, campgrounds, resorts, cabins, RVs, and travel trailers. www.outdoorinsuranceservices.com

Evan Rowley ....................... 512-454-6655

rvparks@rowleyinsurance.com

Austin, TX

Texas-based experts in insuring RV parks and campgrounds for over 50 years. www.rowleyinsurance.com

Join the fastest growing campground association in the southwest! Visit www.TACOMembers.com.

Laundry Equipment

BEST WASH

James West ........................ 281-441-2465

james@bestwashinc.com

Humble, TX

Commercial laundry equipment, sales & service, designs, and more. www.bestwashinc.com

CARDINAL LAUNDRY LEASING

Robert Hinojosa ................ 210-272-9222

info@cardinallaundryleasing.com

Converse, TX

Commercial laundry leasing, revenue sharing, sales, service and parts. www.cardinallaundryleasing.com

COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY

John Francis ....................... 972-991-9274

john@ceclaundry.com

Farmers Branch, TX

Commercial Equipment Company has served the RV/Campground industry since 1967, providing Speed Queen washers and dryers to community laundry rooms. www.ceclaundry.com

ANDERSON’S BROCHURE DISTRIBUTION

Donald Bennett ................. 585-615-7742 info@campwithandersons.com

Pittsford, NY

Professional and cost-effective distribution of brochures, directories, and camping guides at RV and other shows. www.campwithandersons.com

GOOD SAM

Siera Samaniego ............. 805- 667-4391 siera.samaniego@goodsam.com

Oxnard, CA

Travel guide, website, mobile app, and social media marketing. www.goodsam.com

PASSPORT AMERICA

Tonya Reed ........................ 800-681-6810 office@passportamerica.net

Crestview, FL

The original and world’s largest 50% off discount camping card to save money on campsites. www.passportamerica.com

Check out the newest TACO Vendors on TACOMembers.com/ taco-suppliers/

Marketing Services (cont.)

RVSHARE LLC

Steve Manes ..................... 888-482-0234

campgrounds@rvshare.com Austin, TX

RVshare is the world’s first and largest peer-topeer RV rental marketplace in the US. www.rvshare.com

Online Reservation Provider

TACO PREFERRED PROVIDER - RESERVATIONS

NEWBOOK

Blake Burris ........................ 310-855-3773

marketing@newbook.cloud Irvine, CA

Powerful campground management & booking system. www.newbook.cloud

BONFIRE

Will Boney ............................ 847-616-9974

marketing@rvspotfinder.com

Dallas, TX

Bonfire makes reservations simple. Our easyto-use system helps campground owners save time & boost bookings! www.rvspotfinder.com

Online Reservation Provider (cont.)

CAMPLIFE INC.

Caleb Cook ........................... 877-783-2367

sales@camplife.com

Mount Juliet, TN

Since 2006, our robust, customizable reservation system helps you save time, make money, and get back to doing what you love. Demo today! www.getcamplife.com

CAMPSPOT

Michelle Hollenbeck ........... 616-226-3135 sales@campspot.com

Grand Rapids, MI

The Industry’s leading campground reservation and management software. www.software.campspot.com

FIREFLY RESERVATIONS

Aiden Smith ....................... 656-347-3359 firefly@fireflyreservations.com Dallas, TX

Focusing on simplicity, Firefly Reservations was built by campground owners, for campground owners. Now with Astra & Reserve America. www.fireflyreservations.com

Online Reservation Provider (cont.)

PARK SOFTWARE

Rylan Blowers ................... 585-967-4976

hello@poweredbypark.com

Burlington, VT

Manage your campground and accept online reservations with the world’s most easy-to-use software that’s always free for you. www.parkwith.us

RESNEXUS

Rick Pond ............................. 385-218-2637

info@resnexus.com

Salem, UT

Management software for any business operating a reservation system for renting, leasing, or scheduling a campground. www.resnexus.com

STAYLIST

Nic Gramstad ..................... 865-205-0210

info@staylist.com

Knoxville, TN

Staylist is a cloud-based reservation platform that allows outdoor business to create and manage guests, units, and rates. www.pro.staylist.com

Join the fastest growing campground association in the southwest! Visit www.TACOMembers.com.

ARCHED CABINS LLC

Gillian Cruey ...................... 832-930-2724

info@archedcabinsllc.com

Cypress, TX

DIY steel arched cabin kits for glamping or luxury cabins. Built faster and last longer than conventional structures. www.archedcabinsllc.com

AZURE PRINTED HOMES

Gene Eidelman .................. 424-298-2674

gene@azureprintedhomes.com Gardenia, CA

Azure is transforming outdoor hospitality by 3D printing with recycled materials - park models & tiny homes. www.azureprintedhomes.com

CHAMPION PARK MODELS & CABINS

Todd Dalton ...................... 940-507-0926

tdalton@championhomes.com Mansfield, TX

Manufacturer of park models and RVs. www.championparkmodelscabins.com

Park Models/Glamping Accommodations (cont.)

CLAYTON PARK MODELS

Michael Burleson .............. 800-465-7923

parkmodels@claytonhomes.com

Addison, AL

Bring a little adventure to your resort. Our luxury park models are constructed by one of the most trusted names in home building. www.claytonparkmodels.com

CONESTOGA WAGON CO.

Jason Olson ........................ 307-277-0525

kaylen@cwagons.com

Bloomington, ID

Manufacturer of the Conestoga Wagon, showerhouse and our new cabin! www.conestogawagonco.com

IRONTOWN MODULAR

Kam Valgardson ............... 801-798-9026

kam@irontownmodular.com

Spanish Fork, UT

Generational company providing high quality park models and cabins in European, rustic and traditional styles. www.irontownmodular.com

LELAND’S MODULAR

Carol Stevens ..................... 817-409-6513

carol@lelandscabins.com

Grandview, TX

Cabins, portable buildings, RV covers. www.lelandscabins.com

PARK COTTAGES

Kevin Kamin ........................ 817-821-9747

kevin.kamin@hstr.com

Fort Worth, TX

Park model RV manufacturer located in Fort Worth, Texas. Numerous floor plans and readyto-rent packages. www.parkcottages.com

PLAINSCRAFT COVERED WAGONS

Dennis Steinman .............. 785-748-4588

info@plainscraft.net

Topeka, KS

Handmade in the heart of Kansas, PlainsCraft creates full size luxury covered wagons for outdoor hospitality providers who seek to offer a one-of-a-kind overnight experience visitors will never forget. www.plainscraft.net

Park Models/Glamping Accommodations (cont.)

PLATINUM COTTAGES

Penni Feil ............................. 903-675-2525 pfeil@platinumparkhomes.com Malakoff, TX

Park model manufacturer. www.platinumcottages.com

POSTO PODS

Rochelle Schupbach ........ 806-316-5232 rochelle@postohomes.com Amarillo, TX

POSTO Pods are bolt-together glamping kits designed for quick and easy construction! Durable, high-quality, all metal kits! www.postohomes.com

Pool & Water Structures

info@kraftsmanplay.com Spring, TX

Frisco, TX

www.suburbanpropane.com

RV Dealer, Repair, & Service

5 STAR TUNING

Chris Duncan ..................... 843-536-1244

sales@5startuning.com Florence, SC

Dyno proven gains of 42HP/75 to 6.8L, 75 HP, 70lb ft from a 7.3L www.5startuning.com

PPL MOTOR HOMES

Courtney Casares Hernandez 713-988-5555 courtney.c@pplmotorhomes.com Houston, TX

RV consignment dealer, serving locations in Houston, Cleburne, and New Braunfels. www.pplmotorhomes.com

RV-DR.COM

Derrel Allen .......................... 214-850-3818

derrel.gtab+rv@gmail.com Allen, TX

RV Repairs got you down? RV-DR.COM techs from House Call RV Service Network. www.rv-dr.com

Join the fastest growing campground association in the southwest! Visit www.TACOMembers.com.

Store Goods

AGCHIMP LLC

Linda Luker ..........................770-334-9442

linda@agchimp.com

Cartersville, GA

A leader in insect repellents and odor control products for use around the campground. www.agchimp.com

STORYTELLER PROMOTIONS LLC

Mike or Ruth Mallon .......... 713-705-4400

info@storytellerpromotions.com

Lvingston, TX

Advertising specialties, branded apparel, gifts and awards. www.storytellerpromotions.com

SUNLAND SPECIALTIES

Brian Lerg ........................... 909-608-7740

brian@sunlandspecialties.com

Upland, CA

Distributor of supplies for campground general stores: RV/electric, camping, general merchandise, swim & toys, candy. www.sunlandspecialties.com

Store Goods (cont.)

Susan Corrigan .................. 800-346-2345

susanc@wilcor.net

Frankfort, NY

Camping goods - outdoor wholesale supplier. www.wilcor.net

Water Treatment

Bradley Hennig .................. 254-744-2796

info@anuainternational.com

Lorena, TX

American manufacturer of wastewater treatment, dispersal and resuse systems optimized for campground & RV park applications. www.anuainternational.com

Steve Murdock .................... 512-415-2446

smurdock@infiltratorwater.com

Cedar Park, TX

Wastewater treatment solutions for residential and commercial systems with daily flows up to 300,000 gallons per day. www.infiltratorwater.com

Water Treatment (cont.)

jon@jmiossf.com

Austin, TX

We provide OSSF/septic designs that are best for your land and usage, and we can assist with permitting process. www.jmionsitesystems.com

sales@tengointernet.com Austin, TX

Industry leader in outdoor Wi-Fi and connectivity with over 22 years of experience. www.tengointernet.com

San Diego, CA

Seventeen years as end-to-end managed services provider (MSP), offering true Broadband Wi-Fi to RV parks nationwide. www.accessparks.com

BLUE REEF NETWORKS

Jim Henderson ................... 214-587-1843

jim@bluereefnet.com

Dallas, TX

We provide managed internet, Wi-Fi and managed service for RV parks nationwide, including design & install. www.bluereefnet.com

CASSELLS CONSULTING LLC

Colin Cassells ................... 866-884-2294

sales@cassellsconsulting.com

League City, TX

Experience unrivaled outdoor Wi-Fi with a Texas-based provider. Founded by a former NASA engineer, connecting customers for over 25 years. www.cassellsconsulting.com