GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 3, 2009 – The spirit of adventure that makes America unique led to explorers opening up the west, the rise of the automobile, and the landing on the moon. That same spirit is leading Americans to hit the road in RVs and campers to explore this great land, one beautiful mile after another.  As the RV industry celebrates its 100th anniversary, Michigan’s largest RV show (www.GrandRapidsRVShow.com) at DeVos Place January 14-17, 2010, will help modern-day adventurers set their dreams in motion.

Dozens of exhibitors, ranging from dealers showcasing the newest RV fleets and accessories to campgrounds and RV resorts that will help plan your vacations will be on hand. This is the perfect opportunity for anyone considering an RV vacation or RV purchase to do all their shopping at one convenient location.  

“This is really the place to be for anyone dreaming about hitting the road and seeing where it will take them,” said Mike Wilbraham, Show Producer. “We’re bringing together the finest collection of vendors to make attendees’ experience the best it can be. They can walk through and experience first-hand the latest RVs from all of the top area dealers. They can talk to factory experts and technicians and compare features and benefits of all the top lines. And they can take advantage of substantial show specials and factory-to-dealer incentives. Anyone even considering an RV lifestyle really needs to be at this show.” 

Dealers reserving space include General RV Center, TerryTown Travel Center, RV World, Holland Motor Homes, Midway RV Center, Veurink’s RV Center, Modern RV Center, American RV, All Seasons RV and Caswell Company, Vacationland Sales, and Camp America RV Centre.

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Renowned travel expert and author Jim Dufresne will be on hand to share his tips on traveling in Alaska, taking listeners from Ketchikan in southeast Alaska to Dutch Harbor in the Aleutian Islands, stopping along the way to enjoy historic towns, glacier walks, and bear viewing. Dufresne has authored more than 20 travel books, including Lonely Planet’s Alaska and Hiking in Alaska.

• Author Michael Zadoorian will read from his latest book, The Leisure Seeker, about a retired couple who embark on an RV adventure down Route 66, reliving good times, reconnecting with each other, and retaking control of their lives.

• Fan-favorite and 2008 NASCAR Truck Series Champion Johnny Benson will be on hand Saturday to sign autographs and interact with show attendees.

• Grand Rapids native Ken Faber will once again be on hand with a new collection of must-see vintage trailers.

• The Cran-Hill Ranch Family Zone will keep the kids engaged with story time, camp games, face painting and crafts.

• Prizes will be awarded, including a week-long getaway and RV rental from River Ridge RV Resort, a difficult-to-schedule Fourth of July weekend at Grand Haven State Park, and others.

• On Saturday, an RVers pancake breakfast 9-11 a.m. will benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

• An ecumenical service will be hosted by Pastor Scott R. Barger of Cran-Hill Ranch at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday.