Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts Garner More National Honors

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Monday, October 30, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seven Jellystone Park locations have been named finalists in the Park of the Year awards competition hosted annually by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC).

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  • Seven Jellystone Park locations named Park of the Year finalists by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds.
  • Three other Jellystone Park locations are contenders for ARVC’s Medium Park of the Year: the Jellystone Park in Carver, Mass.
  • The Jellystone Park brand has also received honors and recognition from national media outlets such as Good Housekeeping, the Travel Channel, and U.S. News & World Report.
  • For more information about these and other Jellystone Park locations across the U.S. and Canada, please visit www.jellystonepark.com .

Fall and Halloween Family Fun on Tap at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Bloomington, Indiana

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cooler weather and fall colors will provide the perfect setting for dozens of special family events at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Bloomington, Indiana. From scary to not-so-scary, kids and grown-ups alike will celebrate the season with trick-or-treating, fall crafts, up-close fun with the Yogi Bear characters and much more.

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  • BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cooler weather and fall colors will provide the perfect setting for dozens of special family events at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Bloomington, Indiana.
  • From scary to not-so-scary, kids and grown-ups alike will celebrate the season with trick-or-treating, fall crafts, up-close fun with the Yogi Bear characters and much more.
  • Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Lake Monroe is owned by Four Points RV Resorts, based in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
  • It owns and operates a total of six family oriented RV resorts in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Mississippi and Pennsylvania.

Jellystone Park Fan Group Holds First In-person "Pic-A-Fest"

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

It was started in 2019 by Phil Ticknor, who was surprised that he could not find a Facebook group with tips and ideas for families just starting to camp at Jellystone Park locations.

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  • It was started in 2019 by Phil Ticknor, who was surprised that he could not find a Facebook group with tips and ideas for families just starting to camp at Jellystone Park locations.
  • Members continuously post about their Jellystone Park trips and share advice with others in the group.
  • Tichnor pointed out that many Jellystone Park owners, managers and staff participate in the group as well.
  • It will be held July 12-14, 2024 at the Jellystone Park Golden Valley, near Charlotte, North Carolina.

Celebrate July Fourth, Save Money all Summer at Jellystone Park

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Friday, June 23, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the July Fourth weekend approaching, camping, glamping and RVing have emerged as this summer’s best family “value vacation,” according to Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, which recently added nine new locations.

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  • Every July Fourth, families pack Jellystone Park locations for celebrations that include flag raisings with Yogi Bear, parades of decorated golf carts and bicycles, cabin and RV decorating contests, fireworks, and themed arts and crafts.
  • “Families new to camping at Jellystone Park are also finding a new appreciation for being outdoors together,” he added.
  • Along with cabins, Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts offer accommodations ranging from safari tents and treehouses to covered wagons and vacation homes.
  • Visit www.jellystonepark.com to find the nearest Jellystone Park Camp-Resort and to view information regarding its promotions, attractions, and activities.

Four Points RV Resorts adds Indiana Jellystone Park Franchise to Growing Portfolio

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

LAKE CHARLES, La., June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Four Points RV Resorts, LLC has just completed the acquisition of Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort in Bloomington, Indiana.

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  • LAKE CHARLES, La., June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Four Points RV Resorts, LLC has just completed the acquisition of Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort in Bloomington, Indiana.
  • Four Points, launched in 2020 by Sean Vidrine and Matt Van Der Molen, now owns and operates four Jellystone Park franchises, as well as two independent RV Resorts.
  • It expects to add four more campground/RV resorts to its portfolio in the next two years.
  • The Bloomington Jellystone Park, set on 65 acres, features more than 140 campsites and cabins.

Illinois Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Completes Multi-Million Dollar Expansion

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Monday, June 12, 2023

PITTSFIELD, Ill., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Pine Lakes, located in Pittsfield, Illinois, and owned by Four Points RV Resorts, is welcoming families with a new water playground, glamping accommodations and even more fun activities following a two year, multi-million dollar expansion.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSFIELD, Ill., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort at Pine Lakes, located in Pittsfield, Illinois, and owned by Four Points RV Resorts, is welcoming families with a new water playground, glamping accommodations and even more fun activities following a two year, multi-million dollar expansion.
  • “With our recent expansion, Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes is a one-stop vacation destination,” said Sean Vidrine, CEO of Four Points RV Resorts, which owns the resort.
  • Jellystone Park at Pine Lakes is offering a number of summer promotions that make staying there an even greater value.
  • It owns and operates three other Jellystone Park franchises, as well as two independent RV Resorts.

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Sets Another Annual Sales Record

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Monday, April 10, 2023

For the 16th consecutive year, the Jellystone Park brand increased its annual revenues, boosted by an increase in both same-park sales and new locations.

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  • For the 16th consecutive year, the Jellystone Park brand increased its annual revenues, boosted by an increase in both same-park sales and new locations.
  • Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts are renowned for featuring non-stop, family-oriented fun and attractions that includes pools, water slides, mini golf, wagon rides, foam parties, up-close fun with the Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations.
  • Over the last two years, revenues at the average Jellystone Park location have grown by 55%, with average park sales now topping $3 million.
  • Last year, a total of nine new Jellystone Park locations opened in Maine, Michigan, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia.

Jellystone Park Celebrates Easter, Mother’s Day with Special Events

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, the nation’s leading family camping, glamping, and outdoor entertainment brand, will make Easter and Mother’s Day weekends special with scores of holiday activities to delight kids and parents.

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  • Jellystone Park locations are renowned for their attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with the Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations.
  • In May, moms are the center of attention, with all receiving a free gift for staying at a Jellystone Park location during Mother’s Day weekend.
  • As each Jellystone Park location is independently owned and operated, activities and events vary.
  • “Easter and Mother’s Day are great times to visit Jellystone Park.

Camping Deals Make Summer Vacations Possible for Under $100 per Night

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- March has historically been a peak booking month for campers planning their travel for the warmer seasons to come. Campspot, the leading booking site for private campgrounds, wants to help even more travelers commit to time outside this year by offering a first-of-its-kind booking promotion. From March 14 through March 19, Campspot will hook campers up with the best deals of the season, offering special booking bonuses and up to 50% off at nearly 200 participating campgrounds across the country using the code BIGGEST23.

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  • We know many families are feeling a pinch this year, so we wanted to ease the sting of rising costs for summer travel.
  • "We know many families are feeling a pinch this year, so we wanted to ease the sting of rising costs for summer travel," said Erin Stender, Campspot CMO.
  • Glampful in Broadalbin, New York offers safari-style glamping tents and cottages, a local breakfast, forest bathing, fishing and more.
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    Deals will go live at 9am ET on March 14 at http://campspot.com/about/biggest-booking-week , and remain valid through March 19.

Jellystone Park Names Veteran Operator Steve Stafford Franchise Sales Director

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Friday, March 10, 2023

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, the nation’s leading family camping and outdoor entertainment brand, has hired Steve Stafford as director of franchise sales.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, the nation’s leading family camping and outdoor entertainment brand, has hired Steve Stafford as director of franchise sales.
  • He joins the company after serving 13 years as general manager of the North Texas Jellystone Park location near Fort Worth.
  • In his new role, Stafford is responsible for recruiting new franchisees and helping them transition their properties to the Jellystone Park brand.
  • “The North Texas location is a great example of a premier Jellystone Park.”
    Prior to joining the North Texas Jellystone Park, Stafford worked as a university counselor and administrator.