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Good Sam Community Update (Release Notes) 01/22/25

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CaleP
Community Manager
Jan 22, 2025

Hey there, fellow adventurers!

We’re excited to unveil our latest enhancements designed to elevate your experience in the Good Sam Community. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we're committed to creating a vibrant and engaging space for all. Here are the key updates you won't want to miss:

🌟 New Homepage Hub Layout

We’ve given our homepage a fresh new layout! Now, navigating through the community is easier than ever. You’ll find quick access to the Forums, Groups, Featured Posts, and handy Quick Links all in one spot. Plus, don’t miss our monthly spotlight on the community’s top contributors – see your fellow adventurers shine.

📢 Forums Reimagined

Based on your feedback, we’ve made a significant change: what was previously known as Everything RV is now simply our Forums! This will provide a more streamlined experience when looking for discussions. Dive in and start exploring the vibrant conversations happening right now.

🔄 Change Requests

Have Questions or Issues?

If you’re experiencing difficulties logging in, please email us at community@goodsam.com for assistance. We’re here to help!

Have Ideas for Upcoming Changes?

We love hearing your thoughts! Drop any suggestions in the comments section, and we’ll consider them for future updates.

Release Schedule:

New enhancements will be rolled out every month based on your feedback. Stay tuned for more exciting improvements coming your way.

 

We deeply appreciate your ongoing participation and enthusiasm in enhancing our community. These updates are geared towards creating a more connected and user-friendly environment. If you have suggestions or encounter any questions, please share them with us in Community Feedback.

Thank you for being an integral part of the Good Sam Community. Together, let’s make it an extraordinary place for all adventurers. Happy exploring, and stay tuned for even more exciting updates ahead.

- Cale

Updated Jan 22, 2025
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  • As I have stated before, locking down a post that's a year old will not only decrease some of the clutter and sorting issues but encourage users to join the forum formally and post new topics which in turn will generate more activity. And I am not sure what the new ability to post anonymously is, but it's happening more and I think does less to encourage formal membership. And wouldn't formal membership be a goal of GS?

    • Cale_P's avatar
      Cale_P
      Community Manager

      Hi way2roll, thanks for the feedback.

      The Anonymous user matter occurs when new members have yet to verify their email and complete profile registration. We're looking into a way to expedite that process while still allowing them to find the quick help they need. 

      I hear you loud and clear about locking down posts created before a specific timeline. That said, some legacy threads are part of the community's heritage. I'm exploring options to maintain the legacy of these discussions while also invigorating new topics. 

      I appreciate the input! :) 

      • StirCrazy's avatar
        StirCrazy
        Moderator

        I would be carful using the creation date for the criteria for making a post read only.  we have some posts that go on for years, with weekly additions and such, or they die off for a month then pick back up again.  I would rather it be based on inactivity, so say 1 year from the last post date.  

    • Cale_P's avatar
      Cale_P
      Community Manager

      Howdy MelinOre This one's on my list, for sure. Thanks for letting me know :) 

  • How can we differentiate between Read and Unread posts?  Will there be a bold vs normal font like in the past, if so, make it BOLDER?  

    Edit: Also, in our settings menu there is a box to check if a Good Sam member and then a Save box pops up but if clicked on a big red Error message pops up. 

    • Cale_P's avatar
      Cale_P
      Community Manager

      Hi MORSNOW, I'll dig into the bold font options and see what can be done. 

      Regarding the GS member thing, that bug is on our radar; we're working on a fix. Stay tuned, and thank you! :)