Class B Motorhomes Find a Plethora of Eco-Friendly Campgrounds to Choose From
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RV enthusiasts, which include the larger model Class A and Class C RVs to the smaller model Class B RVs are seeking out eco-friendly campgrounds to spend their money in. The basic designs of RVs are turning greener by the day, as RV enthusiasts use LED lights and solar panels to be a little friendlier to the environment. Even the designs of RVs, towables and pop-up campers are changing with lightweight models and aerodynamic designs. As the vehicles go green, so do the campgrounds where they stay.
by ElizabethMcKinley


RV enthusiasts, which include the larger model Class A and Class C RVs to the smaller model Class B RVs are seeking out eco-friendly campgrounds to spend their money in. The basic designs of RVs are turning greener by the day, as RV enthusiasts use LED lights and solar panels to be a little friendlier to the environment. Even the designs of RVs, towables and pop-up campers are changing with lightweight models and aerodynamic designs. As the vehicles go green, so do the campgrounds where they stay.

Green campgrounds are finding like-minded people coming to stay. Class B Motorhome travelers are among the many RV enthusiasts enjoying the benefits of a guilt-free vacation. The National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) created their Plan-it-Green program in order to create a set standard for campgrounds looking to go green. This year Leave-No-Trace came on board in a partnership designed to increase camper's knowledge on ways to keep our environment pristine.

To be considered a Green Friendly Park, Campgrounds need to incorporate a minimum of nine of the following criteria:

1. Park uses motion sensors for lighting in bathroom and club house

2. Energy efficient light bulbs are used

3. Park uses non-toxic biodegradable cleaning products

4. Water usage is reduced with water saving shower heads and/or auto turn-off taps

5. Park provides recycle bins for cans, paper, glass and plastic.

6. Energy Star products or other similar energy saving products are used

7. Guests are given 'Leave No Trace' tips and an eco-friendly education

8. Soil erosion is minimized with the use of wood chip, pebble, paved or grass paths

9. Park has "Reduce Water Usage" signage to guests around the park

10. Timers are used on lighting, heaters and/or coolers

11. Solar Power or Wind Power are employed

12. Waterless urinals and Low Flush toilets are employed

13. Park use of Grey Water (if allowed in state)

14. Park participates in On-Site Organic Composting

15. Park sends email confirmations rather than paper confirmations (office/reservations/notices)

16. Geo-thermal heating/cooling are employed

17. Park plants new trees frequently

18. Tank-less water heaters are used

RV News Service reports the ARVC's 'Plan it Green program which was created only three years ago has had over 100 campgrounds signed up for their plan, in which they promise to use green methods in their campgrounds and work with educating their visitors as to the benefits of going green.

Flagstaff, AZ is a great example of a successful eco-friendly campground. They have solar power and use their rainwater instead of hose water for their landscape, which is made up of native plants. Windmills help capture energy.

Not to be outdone, Carlsbad's KOA has a wind turbine and their pool is heated with a solar water heating system. These touches are earning them recognition not just within their organization, but with the campers staying there.

Having a green RV park is a great way to differentiate from the thousands of campgrounds that are spread out across the US. Hopefully, someday there will be more green campgrounds than regular ones for Class B Motorhome enthusiasts to choose from.

DISCLAIMER: This article is provided as information only and is not to be taken as financial advice.

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