OHI unveiled the finalists for its 2024 Awards of Excellence, an initiative that honors contributions in the outdoor hospitality sector. This year’s awards recognize the industry’s standout parks and businesses, which are evaluated through a peer-reviewed process.
The Awards of Excellence highlight the best practices and approaches that have emerged within the outdoor hospitality community. OHI’s president and CEO, Paul Bambei, expressed pride in the caliber of this year’s finalists, noting a record number of entries submitted for consideration. “These parks truly do represent the best of the best in our industry from coast to coast,” Bambei stated, underscoring the competitive nature of the selection process.
Winners will be revealed during a dedicated Awards of Excellence Luncheon on November 5 as part of OHCE 2024. This event, sponsored by Blue Water Development Group, will take place from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM CST. The luncheon also serves as a pivotal moment for industry professionals to celebrate their peers and gain inspiration from the accomplishments recognized during the event.
The finalists for the Park of the Year category have been divided into four distinct classifications: small, medium, large, and mega parks. Among the small park finalists are Aspen Grove RV Park in Tremonton, Utah, and Big Meadow Family Campground in Townsend, Tennessee.
In the medium park category, Jellystone Park Columbus North in Mount Gilead, Ohio, and Sun Outdoors Wells Beach in Wells, Maine, are among the distinguished finalists.
Large parks competing for the award include El Campo Lost Lagoon RV Resort in El Campo, Texas, and Savannah Lakes RV Resort in Hardeeville, South Carolina.
The mega park category features names such as Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Breaux Bridge in Louisiana and Lakewood Camping Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
In addition to the Park of the Year awards, OHI also highlights the Plan-It Green Friendly Park of the Year finalists. Notable nominees include Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country in New Braunfels, Texas, and Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve in Santee, California.
The Supplier of the Year category also recognizes key contributors to the outdoor hospitality sector. Finalists in this category include Camplife and CRR Hospitality.
For the complete list of finalists, visit ohi.org.