Park pet peeves, Park owner’s turn
There are 92 posts why RVers don’t like RV parks, so here is what some of us on the other side experience. We are in business to make money. No need to tell us you never use more than two dollars of...
Forum Discussion
Anyone who has ever been a campground host can sympathize with RV park owners.
The majority of campers will respond appropriately when they are making too much noise, running a generator after hours or breaking posted rules. Unfortunately there is a minority who are difficult to deal with and don't care about the rules. Even worse are domestic disputes. This can involve loud fights which can become physical. More than once I have seen campers left behind while the fellow camper drives off in the RV. Alcohol or drugs is often involved and can turn a situation nasty in a hurry.
Although I sympathize with the park staff, it is part of the job. It is essential to be firm, enforce rules, and if necessary call oust the campers and/or call for police backup.
The majority of campers will respond appropriately when they are making too much noise, running a generator after hours or breaking posted rules. Unfortunately there is a minority who are difficult to deal with and don't care about the rules. Even worse are domestic disputes. This can involve loud fights which can become physical. More than once I have seen campers left behind while the fellow camper drives off in the RV. Alcohol or drugs is often involved and can turn a situation nasty in a hurry.
Although I sympathize with the park staff, it is part of the job. It is essential to be firm, enforce rules, and if necessary call oust the campers and/or call for police backup.
