other states gave some type of preference to their residents
I will not dispute the results of that study, but I can say that has not been my experience (60 years including tent camping; 25 years with fifth-wheel.) I have "camped" in every state except 4 small states in New England. I cannot recall ever being treated differently in making a reservation because I was not a resident of that state. If this has changed, I believe it is an unfortunate change.
We live in a great nation of "sister states". The principle I am advocating is "reciprocity" such as exists with recognition of driver's license and auto insurance (to give some simple examples). In all my years of camping I have assumed this to be the basic operating principle and I regret to see such barriers even being considered.
Just the opinions of an old man who may not be as wise as he thinks.
