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Maximize Your Membership with OHI | Vlog

Welcome to a quick tour of the many benefits and resources available to you as an OHI member! In this video, Team OHI walks you through the tools and opportunities that can help you grow your business make the most of your OHI membership.

OHI Seeks Park Owners for Credit Card Fee Advocacy Event in DC 

OHI is inviting RV park and campground owners and operators from key states to join its Government Affairs Team in Washington, DC this February for an important advocacy event. The delegation will meet with U.S. Senators to discuss how credit card fees are impacting the Outdoor Hospitality Industry.

30 Years, 3 Generations, 365 Days of Hospitality 

Big Meadow Family Campground, in the charming town of Townsend, Tennessee, is preparing to celebrate an impressive 30th anniversary milestone. The journey from just a dream to a realized destination has been three decades in the making and isn’t slowing, just growing. The story of Big Meadow is also the story of the family behind it, whose dedication has shaped its success and reputation. 

National School Launches Leaders in Outdoor Hospitality

These days, staying ahead requires more than just passion, it takes networking and continuous professional development. The George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality has been a launchpad for countless industry leaders, offering the tools and insights needed to stay ahead. National School helps transform potential into success stories. Let’s look at a few recent National School graduates who show just how far professional development and networking can take you. 

Secure the Comprehensive, Best-in-Industry Music Licensing Rates for 2025

At OHI, we understand the importance of providing our members with tangible benefits, and our music licensing program is no exception. Our team has negotiated discounts that substantially lower the regular rack card license rates, effectively easing the financial commitment for your park. In fact, the rates we have negotiated are by far the best rates in the industry, so you will save the most purchasing your music licenses through OHI.  

Revolutionizing Campground Operations: Site-Level Submetering Finally Makes Good Business Sense

In today’s competitive campground industry, site-level submetering has emerged as a crucial strategy for optimizing operations, managing risks, and boosting profitability. Submetering provides campground owners and operators with detailed insights into energy usage at individual campsites, enabling precise billing, improved resource management, and greater operational efficiency. Despite these advantages, traditional submetering solutions often present significant barriers, including costly and complex installations and burdensome ongoing fees. These challenges have left many campgrounds unable to achieve a reasonable return on investment (ROI). However, innovative solutions like Vutility are changing the game.