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RVC Outdoor Destinations partners with Pilot Flying J (Click here for details)

RVC Outdoor Destinations raises more than $1000 for Alabama tornado victims (Click here for details)

RVC Outdoor Destinations adds Eco-friendly features to resort properties (Click here for details)

RVC unveils Catherine's Landing destination resort in Hot Springs, Arkansas (Click here for details)

Pine Mountain Raises More Than $1,000 for Alabama Tornado Victims

RVC is very proud of our Georgia property, Pine Mountain, an RVC Outdoor Destination, for their charitable work in a fundraiser for victims of the April storms in Alabama. If you didn't hear about these, many states in the South had damaging storms and record breaking tornadoes, leaving many people without shelter, food and basic necessities.

Pine Mountain raised approximately $1227.00 in this disaster relief fundraiser for the storm victims of Eclectic, Alabama (just a couple hours from Pine Mountain, GA). They also filled three trailers and multiple trucks of donated every-day use items and food to be given to victims. Pine Mountain worked with Heaven’s Saints Motorcycle Ministry (HSMM), a national Christian motorcycle organization, who raised an additional $2570.00 in cash donations from Calvary Tabernacle Assembly in Smiths Station, Alabama, Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, and HSMM family and friends.

The donations were driven to Eclectic, Alabama for two days, starting on May 19 with HSMM. Jim Anderson, General Manager of Pine Mountain, an RVC Outdoor Destination, said the monetary donations are still trickling in and they are continuing to send these.

All donations were given to Agape Assembly of God church, located in Eclectic. The church administration is using the money to purchase furniture and pay for hotel rooms for people who lost their homes from the damaging April tornadoes, as well as distributing the item donations to people through an on-site store and via deliveries. The church is helping in the recovery process particularly for Myers Country Estate, a trailer park that was destroyed by a tornado.

“With the help of our home church (Agape Assembly) and the assistance of its pastor, Joe Creamer, we have been able to coordinate deliveries, set-up a store, and arrange distribution of all donations through the use of this facility. Community volunteers have worked tirelessly since May 21 alongside (HSMM) chapter members, making an array of phone calls - from contacting victims to coordinating donation deliveries - and stocking shelves, packaging and arranging items for delivery to families, and continually meeting the needs of the people,” said Denise Grier, HSMM representative and church member/fundraising coordinator.

“It was a pleasure working with Pine Mountain in this effort and we hope the donations help many families. We think the fundraiser was successful and want to give a big thanks to everyone who donated and participated in moving the donations.” 

Lamar Richardson, HSMM President and Alabama state representative.

RVC's Outdoor Destinations Participating in Tents for Troops

Starting this month, RVC Outdoor Destinations will be participating in ‘Tents for Troops.' This charitable program is a way for participating RV parks and campgrounds to say ‘thank you’ to the men and women who serve in the military. All of the company’s properties – Pine Mountain (GA), Carrabelle Beach (FL), Live Oak Landing (FL), and Catherine’s Landing (AR) will be signed up to offer free nights and discounts.

RVC’s participance in charitable events has always remained an important factor to the company’s principles. Every property strives to be involved in what they can within the community, especially if it is for a good cause such as Tents for Troops, a national message of gratitude.

“We’re always looking for ways to give back or show our thanks to the citizens who make a difference,” said Yale Spina, Vice President of Operations at RVC Outdoor Destinations. “We encourage these men and women to come to any of these properties to relax and spend quality time with their families,” he added.

Active military personnel and their immediate family will find two free nights of stay and discounts for additional night stay at three of the four properties starting in December. Catherine’s Landing in Hot Springs, AR will be open February 2011, so the special offer will apply then. 

Pine Mountain, an RVC Outdoor Destination will offer two free nights at four concrete RV sites and four tent sites. Live Oak Landing, which is roughly four hours and 20 minutes from Pine Mountain, will offer two free nights on four of their concrete RV sites. Not far from Live Oak Landing, Carrabelle Beach, an RVC Outdoor Destination is offering two free nights at three concrete RV sites. Lastly, Catherine’s Landing will offer two free nights at four concrete RV sites when open. A 10% discount will be given for additional nights at all properties, and reservations are required.

RVC properties are known for having a variety of fun and relaxing activities, unique lodging options, and uncommon amenities; all while being located in some of the most beautiful and natural settings of each area. Along with RV Sites (and tent sites for Pine Mountain), all RVC properties have additional options for stay including cabins, Resort Cottages, and yurts. Guests can also enjoy the advantages of free Wi-Fi, concierge service, coffee, beer & wine sales, game rooms, and much more.

The Tents for Troops program was created this year by Toutle River RV Resort and is supported by ARVC (Association of RV Park and Campgrounds) and other participating campgrounds and resorts across America. The motto of the program is “Creating a place to enjoy life, away from the field.”

For more information on Tents for Troops, visit www.tentsfortroops.org.