RV Camping News & Tips of the Week – Aug 4th, 2025

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      Tory Jon
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          Famous Can-Opener Bridge Claims Another RV

          Yet again, the notorious 11’8″ (+8, it was actually raised up to 12’4″ in 2019) bridge in Durham, NC, took out another oversized vehicle, this time a 5th-wheel camper on July 30.

          The driver ignored the clearance warnings and slammed into the structure, marking the 188th crash since 2008.

          Dragon Bravo Fire Becomes Largest U.S. Wildfire of 2025

          Burning since July 4, the Dragon Bravo Fire on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim has scorched over 116,000 acres, making it the largest U.S. wildfire this year and the 10th biggest in Arizona since 1990. Firefighters have only managed 12% containment so far.
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          Georgia Father Brutally Attacked While Camping with Daughter

          Four people are facing charges after a Georgia father and his daughter were violently attacked at a White County campground. The dad, Bruce Waldon, suffered a severe brain bleed and is still in the ICU. His daughter fought back and injured one of the attackers.
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          Microburst Flips RVs at Texas Park, Residents Left Reeling

          A sudden burst of powerful winds tore through Good Shepherd RV Park in Gunter, Texas, flipping six RVs and injuring several people. One teenager needed stitches. The fast-moving storm caught everyone off guard, damaging homes and powerlines.
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          Camping World Breaks Sales Record, Cuts Costs, Eyes Expansion

          Camping World just reported over $2 billion in Q2 revenue, up nearly 10% from last year. The company sold a record 45,602 RVs and slashed over 900 jobs to cut costs. CEO Marcus Lemonis says they’re on track for even more growth and higher margins.
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          Upcoming RV Shows

          Here are some RV shows happening across the U.S. in the next few months:

          • NCRVDA Raleigh Fall RV Show & Sale – August 22-24, Raleigh, NC
          • Fall RV Fest – September 4-7, Cleveland, OH
          • Hershey America’s Largest RV Show – September 10-14, Hershey, PA
          • Portland Fall RV Show – September 11-14, Portland, OR
          • Southwest RV Supershow – September 11-14, Dallas, TX
          • Utah RV Supershow – September 11-14, Sandy, UT
          • Maryland RV Dealer’s Association Show – September 12-14, Timonium, MD
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          Bill Greene
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              Had he not tried to rush and beat the yellow light, he might have noticed the signs!

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