Recreational & Vacation Camps

Recreational & Vacation Camps

Brief Excerpt from Industry Overview Chapter:

Companies in this industry operate overnight recreational camps including vacation, wilderness, fishing, hunting, and children's camps. No major companies dominate the industry.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Demand is driven by personal income and leisure travel. The profitability of individual companies depends on enrollment rates, efficient operations, and effective marketing. Large recreational camps have advantages in diverse amenities and brand recognition. Smaller camps compete by offering personalized experiences or by operating in prime locations. The industry is highly fragmented: the top 50 companies account for about 20% of revenue.

PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY

More than 90% of the US industry revenue comes from overnight camp accommodation sales. Other sources of income include: leisure, recreational, and athletic programs; meals, snacks, other food items; and retail of household and personal products.