Paul Bambei is President and CEO of the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC), based in Denver, Colo. He would be the best person describe the difference between an RV park and a campground.

“There is no difference,” Bambei answered. “There really isn’t. It comes down to the definition of what is an ‘RV.’ You can get too hung up on the various types of accomodations. All we care about it that its moveable, transportable and recreational. We’re not into permanency. That’s the distinguishing factor between a ‘trailer park’ and an RV Park or RV Campground’.”

There are 3,000 members in ARVC. Bambei said his organization attempts to enhance the portfolio of products and services that can help RV parks and campgrounds in day to day operations. ARVC can assist in music licensing, needs for washing machines, pool supplies and lawn and turf equipment. “We even have parks that have golf courses,” he said. “Many of them, actually.”