Can a Guest Order a Delivery Directly to Their RV?

We recently had the question come up; “If a park does not offer propane service, and a long-term guest would like their tanks refilled without leaving, can a supplier come in and make a delivery directly into their RV tanks?”

During this week’s “Coffee & Connections with CampCalNOW” we invited Rob Scott, a Safety & Training Consultant with the Western Propane Gas Association to weigh in on this subject, and other questions our members had regarding providing propane to their guests.

So, can a propane delivery provider directly fill the tank on an RV? Technically, RVs are excluded from regulation that would inhibit this practice, so the short answer is Yes, however the specific detailed answer to the question is not black and white. What we learned is that it is not or should not be a normal practice and we discussed the reasons why on Tuesday’s call. For one, pumps on delivery trucks are made for filling large tanks, not small individual sizes, therefore making it difficult to safely fill smaller tanks due to the pressure. Additionally, before filling a propane tank all appliances and hook ups must be turned off. Once this has happened it creates a disruption in service which would then require the provider to conduct a gas system check, relighting pilot lights and retesting pressure.

Furthermore, before this service can be instated the provider would need to do a full home inspection which is a considerable ask for an individual RV.  

As a park owner wishing to provide their guests with access to propane, Rob did have some alternative suggestions, the first being to install a propane refill station, which you can lease from a local propane company. They will manage refills and repairs, as well as providing sufficient safety training to all employees that will be working with the station and assisting customers.

Another solution would be to initiate a DOT cylinder exchange program. Using an adapter (which would make a great addition to your camp stores) RVers can connect an external propane source to their RV tanks, utilizing the gas provided by the smaller cylinders to power their appliances.

Access to propane while visiting your park may be a make-or-break amenity for guest deciding on their next destination. For more information on providing propane, as well as safety information for both providers and consumers check out the Propane Education & Research Council website or reach out to Rob directly.

Rob Scott – Western Propane Gas Association

Safety & Training Consultant –­ lpghazmat@yahoo.com

Keep an eye out for additional information and resources we learned about in an upcoming issue of “The Spotlight” newsletter.

CAMPCALNOW CELEBRATES ORANGELAND RV PARK’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY

by Jeff Crider originally published in Woodall's Campground Magazine

CampCalNOW RV Park and Campground Alliance President Dyana Kelley traveled to Orangeland RV Park over Memorial Day weekend with a teardrop trailer to celebrate the park’s 50th anniversary. While there Kelley promoted the travel planning website, Camp-California.com.

Kelley celebrated Orangeland’s 50th anniversary with current and former Orangeland employees and guests, many of whom traveled to Orange, Calif. specifically to celebrate the park’s anniversary. Park owners on hand for the event included 102-year-old Virginia Welton. Virginia and her husband Eldredge H. Welton, opened the park around Memorial Day of 1972. Also, on hand were Virginia’s three children, Cindy Wimbush, Steve Welton, and Janis Beghtol along with several grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

“It was a really fun weekend,” Kelley said. “Orangeland had a barbecue on Saturday night for current and former residents, guests and employees. They also did a raffle and served ice cream. On Sunday we celebrated with a taco truck lunch and more raffle prizes.” Kelley donated to Camp California coleman camping chairs to the raffle, one of which was won by Mrs Weltons great grandson, Jude. On Monday they served coffee and donuts and had a Memorial Day celebration at the flagpole presided over by former employee and pastor Steve Durrett. Steve took time to thank members of the armed forces for their service to our country. Several guests and residents were honored.  

Grab Your Cups & Come Chat with Us!

When the phone rings in the CampCalNOW office, the most common question coming from the other end of the line is “Is Dyana available?”. President and CEO, Dyana Kelley is the person to answer questions, share visions, and plan for the future. The need for that communication is mutual. We need to hear from you in order to improve our services.

Grab your coffee (or tea) and connect with Dyana and office staff on Tuesday morning. We love hearing about what is happening in your parks and discovering more ways we can assist. This causal open forum also allows members to run their questions by and gather feedback from other park operators. You never know what topics may come up or what future guest speakers they may inspire!

Do you play movies, TV shows, or even just the news within customers sight?

During next weeks ‘Coffee & Connections’ we will hear from a representative of the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation on the importance of obtaining a license before displaying any type of media for  public consumption and MPLC's copyright compliance solution!

Tuesday June 14th @ 10AM PST

Meeting ID: 842 5324 8646

Passcode: 761190

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