In this episode of Campground Confidential, Erin and Dan Thiem share their journey of building the Inn Town Campground in Nevada City, California. They describe the type of campground they own and operate, the timeline of building the campground, and the battles for approvals and permits they fought along the way. They also discuss the trends they have observed in the campground industry, such as multigenerational camping and the impact of electric vehicles. Erin shares her expertise in visual storytelling and how it has benefited their campground. Their story highlights the importance of understanding customer needs and adapting to industry trends.Takeaways1. Building a campground requires careful planning, financing, and understanding of customer needs.2. Trends in the campground industry, such as multigenerational camping and electric vehicles, are more than just media stories--they can seriously impact business operations and owners should pay attention and pivot when necessary.3. Visual storytelling and social media engagement can be powerful tools for marketing a campground.4. Being adaptable and open to new ideas is crucial for success in the campground industry.Chapters