Have you Thought About Seasonal Camping?
As autumn gives way to winter, most campers’ thoughts turn
to the chore of winterizing their RV’s to place them in storage for the long,
cold non-camping season ahead. Instead,
turn your thoughts to next summer, and begin planning your family’s vacation
and recreation time! Here are some reasons
why seasonal camping may make good sense for your family and some tips on how
to shop for and compare seasonal camping sites!
There is convenience! Camping is a lot of fun for the whole
family, but let’s face it, there’s work involved too. You have to pack, hook-up, tow, unhook, set
up camp, tear down camp, hook-up, tow, unhook, and unpack. Seasonal camper campers don’t have to do all
that. You get to spend a lot more time
camping and enjoying your family and a whole lot less time working!
Save money! Recent studies have documented that
camping is the least expensive way to vacation with your family. Take that thinking one step further and you
will see why seasonal camping is the least expensive way to vacation with your
family all summer long! A seasonal
campsite costs less then one week long vacation at a resort. So why not enjoy your RV every weekend, all
summer long, for less than the price of one vacation? Now that’s being a thrifty shopper!
Shorter Commute! Towing creates wear and tear on your RV,
your tow vehicle, and on you, the driver!
There are also fuel and maintenance costs associated with weekend
travel. So unless your family is
determined to try a new place each weekend, why not camp at your favorite
campground for the whole summer? The
money you save in wear and tear, and by not towing will more than offset your
extra expenditures on gas to get you back and forth each weekend!
The Price is right! When you compare unlimited camping rates
to overnight camping, the discount you get by being a seasonal camper is
huge! Most campgrounds provide similar
services and activities, but ask about extras!
Some campgrounds provide all inclusive seasonal rates and some do
not. Make sure you know exactly what
your expenses will be before you sign that Seasonal Camping Agreement! When
you do the math, you’ll find that the price is right!
Think Location,
Location, Location, versus price. The
more centrally located a campground
is to a large metropolitan area, the more likely their rates will be
higher. A little longer commute may provide you even bigger savings in
a lower seasonal camping rates!
What park type fits
your family’s needs? That means that
if you’re looking for a family campground, make sure the place you’re becoming
a seasonal isn’t a party haven! Can you count
on them to provide fun, family oriented activities for the entire family? Are there fun things to do that will keep the
kids or grandkids busy and having fun? Does
your prospective campground provide them at no additional cost or are there
extra fees? Again, make sure you know
those details.
Right now is the
perfect time to select a site! Most
campgrounds have a few openings for next season in the fall, so it’s the
perfect time to shop for a campsite!
Many have winter payment plans, and some may even include onsite winter
storage! If you normally pay for a
storage facility, that’ll save you even more money!
Save more by getting
an early bird discount! You can save
even more money by paying for your
campsite early. Many campgrounds provide
discounts or rebates for those who their campsite off in full early! Again, ask those questions, because the money
you save can be big!
Meet new people! Seasonal campers are like a small community. They become friends, hang out, play cards or
yard games, have group campfires, their children become friends, and much more! Many volunteer to help with activities and
events and bring lots of fun to their camping environment in a family-friendly
way! What a great way to meet new people
and make new friends!
Make the right
choice! The closer you camp to where
you live the better it is! That is how
you’ll get the most use out of your RV! But
remember, the experience isn’t just something, it’s everything! It’s much better to drive a little further
for that higher rating, those award-winning activities, or those special
friends you love to camp with! Don’t
sacrifice quality for closer.
Seasonal camping maximizes your summer vacation time and use
of your RV while minimizing your expenses!
It can provide your family a summer full of fun, family oriented camping
experiences for about the same price as one vacation! Make sure you take a little time to consider
that idea, and how it can help your family get the biggest bang for your buck next
summer! Then, we hope you’ll start
looking at local campgrounds and thinking about becoming a seasonal
camper! It’s not too late to move onto a
site this fall! Campground owners are
looking forward to talking with you and showing you all the fun events and
activities we’re already planning for next summer! If you're thinking about seasonal camping in NWPA area, we hope you'll come give Meadville KOA a good look!
By Robyn Chilson
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