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Members of the OHI Government Affairs Team and OHI members were back in Washington, D.C. this week! See what issues we're tracking and learn how you can get involved with our advocacy efforts at OHI.org/Advocacy.

⚡️Everything RV Park & Campground Owners need to know about the National Electric Code (NEC-P07)⚡️ TLDR; For parks currently operating with properly designed and maintained electric systems, this new requirement SHOULD NOT pose any problems. A properly designed and maintained RV park will have a detectable and proper ground, proper polarity, and voltage in the proper range for the RV's inverter to operate. As mentioned in the 2023 Q4 advocacy newsletter, starting later in 2026, all new RVs will indeed be equipped with Ground Monitor Interrupters. These devices are designed to detect a loss of ground and prevent power from coming on in the RV. Furthermore, depending on which devices the manufacturers use the device could also detect a loss of neutral, reverse polarity, high voltage, and low voltage. OHI stays on top of potentially burdensome changes of the NEC, and any other issues that might affect RV parks and campgrounds. Wade Elliott is OHI’s principal representative who sits on the National Electric Code (Code-Making Panel 7 (NEC-P07)) that deals with RV Parks, Campgrounds, Marinas and Manufactured Homes. If you ever have questions or concerns, we’re here for you. Reach out to ohi-advocacy@ohi.org. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4houzeb.

Navigating revenue or cost challenges? Looking to sharpen your strategic vision? Curious to learn more about the industry and all it entails? Yearning for networking opportunities with your fellow RV park and campground operators? Meet OHI®Connect, the first regional conference of its kind, designed to bring affordable and industry-leading professional development directly to members. Scheduled to take place on March 26, 2025, at the beautiful Cherry Hill Park in College Park, Maryland (outside of DC), this event will provide RV park and campground owners and operators with significant opportunities to connect, learn, and grow. Open to owners, operators, and invited business partners, OHI®Connect is ideal for those navigating financial challenges, wanting to sharpen their strategic vision, or those who are just entering the industry. Let OHI® connect the dots for you. Register for OHI®Connect at OHI.org/OHIConnect.

You know, THE game. How are you celebrating at your park this Sunday? 🏈 Let us know in the comments.

When Ollie Gauthier’s parents decided to purchase Hickory Hills Campground in 2022, his life took an unexpected turn. “I never knew that owning or managing a campground could be a career path,” Ollie reflects. “I had no clue this industry even existed.” Fresh out of his freshman year of college, Ollie decided to set aside his studies to help his family breathe new life into their new property. What began as a crash course in campground management has since grown into reshaping Ollie’s career and his outlook on the industry. Read Ollie's full story on the blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/emenvzU6

January winds down today, but we're just winding up! What has it looked like lately? It looks like working hard for our members in everything we do. And lately, it’s looked like this: 🛜 Partnering With AT&T For Industry-Exclusive Pricing and Dedicated Fiber Solutions for OHI Members 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euNxfhPB 🦞Spending the Week With Louisiana Members at LARVC through OHI’s Strategic Benefits Program 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eET-uVxK

🛜 BIG NEWS 🛜 We're pleased to announce a strategic agreement with AT&T that offers custom Wi-Fi pricing plans and dedicated fiber solutions for OHI members. This partnership delivers exclusive tiered pricing, flexible bandwidth options, and the highest discounted pricing available through AT&T’s enterprise contracting model, helping RV parks and campgrounds deliver reliable internet to their guests at reasonable prices.

We did the math. And the savings with OHI's music license add up. See for yourself. The deadline for payment is TODAY Wed, Jan 29 at 2:00 PM EST. To renew music licensing through OHI’s discounted program, your membership must be active. Invoices can be found at portal.OHI.org.

Looking for some early morning reading? The latest Data Dig is LIVE and we'd highly suggest you start your week with it. It's your monthly guide to informed campground management. OHI members get exclusive access to this full monthly report for more insights, benchmarking data, and campground trends to start making data-informed decisions for your park. Check it out in the Learning & Resource Center at OHI.org/Learn.

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. From park of the year award winners, OHI Young Professionals' leaders, advocacy representatives in DC, and new OHI board members, National School grads have a lot to brag about beyond their OHM & OHP. Read a few of their stories here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSJFXx6V The George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality is the program that opens doors and elevates. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or unlock new opportunities, National School is the place where potential goes to get recognized. Ready to be the next “where are they now”? Register through the link below. 🔗 ohi.org/NationalSchool 📅 February 23-28, 2025 📍 Oglebay Resort, Wheeling, WV