The New Jersey Campground Owners Association (NJCOA) will host its annual Fall Tour and General Membership Meeting from September 17 to 19, in the Southern Shore Region. The event will bring together campground operators from across the state, providing them with an opportunity to connect, share ideas, and explore other campgrounds in the area. This year’s General Membership Meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 18.
According to a press release, campground operators in New Jersey are encouraged to attend the event, which offers networking opportunities and a chance to learn from their peers. Sponsorships from industry suppliers are welcome, providing a platform for businesses to promote their products and services. Attendees can arrange lodging at the host park, Ocean View Resort Campground.
The two-day event will feature tours of 11 campgrounds in the Southern Shore Region. Participants will have the chance to see a range of facilities and learn about different approaches to campground management.
In addition to the tours, Driftwood RV will host a dinner where attendees can meet the staff and view the latest RV models available for sale.
On Wednesday morning, Alexis Bailey from Public Strategies Impact, who serves as a lobbyist for the tourism industry in New Jersey, will address the group during breakfast. Nor’easter Nick, a meteorologist in the region, will also speak to the attendees, offering insights relevant to the outdoor hospitality industry.
NJCOA Executive Director Joann DelVescio emphasized the benefits of the event, noting that it allows campground owners and managers to see firsthand what other campgrounds are doing.
“Attendees always leave the tour with new ideas, solutions to campground issues, and new friends,” DelVescio commented.
With many new campground owners in the state, the Fall Tour is also seen as an opportunity for them to connect with more experienced operators.
“The tour is a great way to help the next generation of campground owners get involved and meet many 2nd or 3rd generation owners,” DelVescio added. “It is very important for the next generation to know there are contemporaries out there ready to mentor and help.”
During the event, NJCOA will recognize member campgrounds through awards in several categories, including Best Brochure, Best Website, Best Event, Most Creative Activity, and Friendliest Customer Service. These awards highlight the efforts of campgrounds to provide modern amenities, engaging activities, and excellent customer service.
The General Membership Meeting will also provide an update on NJCOA’s plans for the upcoming year, as well as the association’s vision for the future. NJCOA encourages Associate Vendor Members to attend the event as well.
Several sponsorships have already been pledged for the event, including from Acrisure, Northeast Campground Brokers, Leavitt Recreation and Hospitality Insurance, and Merchantry Tourism, LLC. Additional sponsorship opportunities are still available.
For more information about NJCOA, visit campnj.com.
