Campgrounds For Sale

DARRELL HESS & ASSOCIATES, 
Licensed Real Estate Broker
(828) 452-1535
www.CampgroundsForSale.com

Campground Buyers' Workshop
April 4-5th IS FULL!
We'll post our next fall dates here!

Read below for more information on the Workshop!

(This seminar is approved for credit by  the National Association of RV Parks
 and  Campgrounds Certified Park Operators program.)

Following are pictures and comments from past attendees.
"This was absolutely the most informative and best seminar I have ever attended on any subject.  All presenters were professional and held to the time schedule.  All questions I had were answered."  John C, GA

"More than just helpful - I would say this workshop was ESSENTIAL for anyone considering the purchase of a campground."  Roberta T, FL

"The workshop was extremely helpful.  It covered all necessary aspects in great detail.  Learned the right questions to ask.  A very vital tool.  Everything is laid out in understandable terms.  I feel confident that I am well educated for my search.  Workshop manual was very extensive and informative - a great tool." Allison R, FL

"If you have any thought of doing this you must attend one of Darrell's workshops."  
Michael D, VT

"I cannot imagine any unanswered questions.  This was the most organized workshop I have ever attended.  The manual covers everything - the examples are great."  Becky S, WV

"I want to say thank you for a wonderful seminar.  My entire career has been in sales and marketing (28 years).  I recognize quality material, presentation and enthusiasm when I see it.  All of you are to be commended for putting together a professional program.  You disseminated a tremendous amount of great information in an engaging, professional and entertaining way.  You kept my attention and I never once thought the course dragged in any way.  Special thanks to the campground owners who gave us their time and provided us the benefit to ask all the questions we had! " Stan A, FL

"It is necessary if you are considering purchasing a campground."
Julie B, OH

""If you are interested or curious, this workshop will really help you understand, what you're getting into and how to do it.  I have previously purchased Dale Bourdette's book - this was FAR more valuable."  Candace C, TX

 

At The Workshop You Will . . .

Talk with campground owners, ask your own questions, and learn the "Good, Bad, and the Ugly" of RV park ownership.

Understand why RV park prices seem high for the income yet they still sell. This is the secret to buying successfully!

Discover how much campgrounds make and cost to run, through the average income and expenses of 100's of campgrounds.

Follow the Four Steps to Determine the Profitability of an RV Park.

Find out why you should look for the campground that "needs improving" rather than the one that is already perfect.

Learn income building strategies for campgrounds in advertising, marketing, and new profit centers.

Discover the good and bad news about bank financing.

Find out how much a franchise costs and if it is worth it.

Are You Sure You Really Want to Own
  and Operate a Campground?

In this weekend workshop, get answers to your
 many questions, learn what a campground will or
 won't do for you financially and lifestyle-wise, and receive the information you need to finally answer the question,
  "Is campground ownership really for me?"

 

Why a Two-Day Workshop?
  Here is what past attendees say:

"There was a tremendous amount to cover in 2 days. It will take me 2 weeks to process it all."   Phyllis Parker, MI

"You need a night to consider questions and things learned; then on the second day ideas are reinforced and questions answered."  Jack Weidner, OH

"A prospective buyer is contemplating a relatively large dollar investment and major life change. I believe a buyer needs the time to digest the information then have the second day to reinforce it and ask questions."  Marsha Lau, NJ

 



This seminar is approved for credit as part of the Certified Park Operator's Program sponsored by the National Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds
.  It has been attended and is
recommended by representatives of both KOA and 
Yogi Bear franchisers.  

Weekend Workshop Schedule:

Saturday

12:00 - 5:45 p.m.  First Workshop Session 
Breaks with Snacks about 2pm and 4pm
  5:45 - 7:30 p.m.  Dinner (on your own)
  7:30 - 9:30 p.m.  Questions and Answer Session with Campground Owners
(Your chance to ask the park owners the "tough" questions.)

Sunday

  7:30 - 8:00 a.m.  Continental Breakfast
  8:00 - 1:15 p.m.   Sunday Session - Workshop Complete

Light Lunch Provided at end of Workshop - about 1:15 pm

1:45 - 2:45 pm -Picture Presentation of RV parks for sale (attendance optional) 
2:45- 4:00 pm Darrell and staff available for one-on-one questions

Costs and Other Details:

Cost:  $245 per person; $345 per couple
(Call for discounted fees for additional persons.
Lodging and meals are additional.)

Recommended Lodging:
Holiday Inn -(423) 623-8622  (Special $53.00 rate
 - use code DHA when making reservations)
KOA Newport Campground - (423) 623-9004
Please make your own lodging reservations.

Location and Directions:
Exit #435 off I-40:  49 miles east of Knoxville, TN
                             70 miles west of Asheville, NC

From Knoxville, TN Airport:
Turn left onto Alcoa Hwy, go north +/- 17 miles to Knoxville.  Take I-40 east 45 miles to the Newport Exit #435.  Airport is +/- 65 miles from Newport.

What to Bring:  Simple pocket calculator, pencils and a sweater (meeting room can be chilly).  All other materials will be provided.  This is a professional workshop, no children are allowed in the meeting room.  Please, no recording devices.  

We accept Visa or MasterCard.
CALL OUR OFFICE 828-452-1535 TO REGISTER.  

Still Undecided?

Call some of our workshop graduates who are 
now campground owners.

Ask them what the Workshop is like and
if it is worth it.

Brent and Sheila Andrews - Fox Fire RV Resort, WV
andrews_brent@msn.com
423-618-4373

Wayne and Debbie McKinney - Fox Inn Campground, TN  
foxinncamp@comcast.net
(865) 494-9386

Dave and Georganne Hornacek - Gaylord KOA, MI
gaylordKOA@aol.com
989-939-8723

For questions call us at 
(828) 452-1535