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Keith Powell

Keith Powell is the publisher and sales director of RV West magazine which is part of the Koocanusa Publications group.

From left to right: Todd Woelfer, Senior Vice President Thor Industries; Carolin Hachenberg, Member of the Supervisory Board EHG; Robert Martin, CEO, Thor Industries;  Gerda Hymer, Christian Hymer, Member of the Supervisory Board EHG.
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Erwin Hymer Group and Thor Industries create leading global manufacturer for recreational vehicles

Thor Industries to acquire Erwin Hymer Group and establish a leadership position in growing European market. 
Picture of bull statue with Forest Retreat RV Park sign in background.
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Campgrounds and RV Parks across Texas are being used as base camps for fall activities

There are more than 350 campgrounds in Texas, so it's never hard to find comfortable accommodation while on an adventure. 

Martin Brandt, CEO of the Erwin Hymer Group.
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Erwin Hymer Group goes China

The Erwin Hymer Group has launched a joint venture with the Chinese Lingyu Group for the production and sale of caravans and motorhomes. 

The establishment of a joint venture with the Chinese manufacturer Loncen was announced at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf.
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Success story and milestones: the Erwin Hymer Group at the 2018 Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf

The 2018 Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf, Germany is the world’s largest trade fair for motorhomes and caravans. 

Group of people sitting outside in front of motorhome.
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EHG study on “Caravanning Cultures”: how Europe camps

The Erwin Hymer Group (EHG) wanted to find out precisely: What are the similarities and differences between the caravanning cultures across Europe’s camping nations? 

A family poses together with a Yogi Bear mascot.
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Year-to-date revenues are up 15.5 per cent at Jellystone Parks across the U.S and Canada

The Jellystone Park system is the second largest chain of campgrounds in the United States, boasting more than 80 campgrounds in 31 states and six Canadian provinces. 

Campers at a campground in BC.
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2018 Fall Camping Appreciation Weekend - September 7-9, 2018

Camping is an affordable family activity that promotes a sense of community, creates lifelong memories and encourages Canadians and international visitors to discover Canada's rich landscape and engage with nature.

Truck graphic with Cummins logo on side of truck.
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Cummins Canada launches an online store

The new online store features a team of parts experts, speaking English and French, to provide live chat assistance and an optimized mobile site. 

A new interpretive centre at Calgary’s Heritage Park will showcase the story of Alberta’s natural resources.
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Heritage Park reno to highlight resource history

The Alberta government is investing in new and refurbished exhibits at Calgary’s Heritage Park which will tell the story of our natural resources history.

An aerial view of the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village.
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Farm families honoured at Ukrainian Village

Alberta families who have farmed the same land for 100 years or more were recently recognized with Century Farm and Ranch awards.

Indigenous tourism partners gather at the Tsuut’ina Nation Culture Museum to announce the formation of Indigenous Tourism Alberta.
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Province supports new Indigenous tourism group

The Alberta government is funding a new tourism association that will help Indigenous entrepreneurs and their communities start tourism businesses and create jobs. 

Manager and customer talking at Salish Seaside RV Haven.
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RVwest helps launch successful new RV Resort in Victoria, B.C. with effective print ad campaign

Tom Westley, manager of Salish Seaside RV Haven recently reported that he had, “received dozens of phone calls and bookings for the winter.”

Celebrate National Motorcycle Week (August 14-20, 2018) on Mendocino’s scenic Highway 1.
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Attention RVers: Coast is clear in northern California’s Mendocino County

Wildfires remain in remote wilderness regions - all major highways and tourism facilities open. 

Covers of RVwest magazine.
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RVwest and RVDA of Alberta sign new 3-year agreement

The three-year extension and renewal of the agreement will see RVwest designated as the official magazine of the RVDA of Alberta.

RVwest cover, Summer 2018
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Canada’s RVwest magazine celebrates 50th Anniversary of iconic Boler trailer

RVwest magazine and website highlights destinations throughout Western Canada and sunbelt destinations across the western United States. 

MP Wayne Stetski stands at Glacier National Park.
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On Canada Parks Day, Stetski calls for stronger leadership

 NDP National Parks Critic Wayne Stetski echoes environmental groups, Indigenous leaders and stakeholders on the need for stronger protection for our parks.