Wall Street has discovered camping.

Across America, investment firms, private equity groups, and large corporate operators are quietly buying family-owned campgrounds at an unprecedented pace. The result is changing the camping experience many RVers have enjoyed for decades.

In this episode, Mike and Jennifer explore how campground consolidation is reshaping RV travel, from rising campsite rates and resort fees to stricter rules and less personal service.

You'll hear from a family campground owner who continues to reject multimillion-dollar offers to sell and learn why independent campground owners are facing increasing pressure from investors eager to capitalize on the booming camping industry.

Also in this episode:

• Jennifer shares a personal update on her upcoming knee replacement surgery

• The story behind one campground family's decision to stay independent

• Tips for finding and supporting family-owned campgrounds

• RV Question of the Week: What to do after driving away with your power cord still plugged in

If you've ever wondered why camping feels different than it used to, this conversation may explain a lot.

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