The OHI Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2025 scholarships for the Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE). The awards recognize individuals pursuing professional development in the outdoor hospitality industry.
The scholarships were made possible through contributions from OHI members, colleagues, and community partners. The program is designed to strengthen the industry by supporting the education and training of its next generation of leaders.
“Each recipient represents the bright future of our community and we’re excited to celebrate their achievements,” OHI said in a press release.
Ten individuals from campgrounds and businesses across the United States were selected as recipients. Each was recognized for their commitment to advancing their careers in outdoor hospitality and their potential to contribute to the industry’s growth.
The 2025 scholarship recipients include: Kassidy Boots, Buttercup Woodlands Campground in Fombell, Pa.; Stephanie Culver, BuzzWorthy Property Management in Grapevine, Texas; Mary Beth Green, Elk Creek Campground in New Castle, Colo.; Abigail James, Mountain Lake Campground in Summersville, W.Va.; and Ashley Jernigan, Tok RV Village & Cabins in Tok, Alaska.
Other recipients are Nancy McKinney, Emberglow Outdoor Resort in Mill Spring, N.C.; Gabe Ortego, Lakeview Park and Beach in Eunice, La.; Neal Patten, Lake Joy Campground in Verona, Wis.; Mallorie Rogers, Frankenmuth Jellystone Park in Vassar, Mich.; and Keith Swan, Flying Horse RV Park in Bowie, Texas.
“Each recipient represents the bright future of our community, and we’re excited to celebrate their achievements,” the OHI Foundation said.
“Through the OHI Foundation’s scholarships, we continue to support individuals in their pursuit of excellence within the Outdoor Hospitality Industry,” OHI said.
“OHI is grateful for the support of our community, which allows us to provide these valuable opportunities, and we are so excited to welcome all of our scholarship winners to these premier industry events,” OHI added.
OHI, formerly the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC), is a national association dedicated to representing private RV parks and campgrounds across North America. It serves more than 3,000 members through education, networking, advocacy, and member-only benefits.