2027 Campground Planning: Staffing, Power and Technology

What are New York campgrounds focused on for the 2027 season?

At a September 28 Campground Owners of New York conference in Lake George, sessions covered workforce challenges, rising costs, energy and electrical systems, technology and guest expectations for 2027, according to CONY. Woodall's reported nearly 100 attendees from 51 campgrounds across combined September 28 to 30 events.

Campground owners gathered in Lake George, New York, in late September to discuss staffing, rising costs, electrical systems and technology ahead of the 2027 season, according to the Campground Owners of New York (CONY) and trade coverage.

What CONY's agenda covered

CONY held its 2026 Annual Meeting and Conference on September 28 at the Fort William Henry Hotel Conference Centersa ys morning speakers covered economic trends, workforce challenges, rising costs, taxes, regulations and legislation affecting New York businesses. An energy consultant from National Grid led a think tank on campground energy systems, electrical infrastructure, compliance considerations and possible programs and incentives.

Afternoon sessions covered camp store revenue, and a closing panel of newer campground leaders discussed marketing, technology, guest expectations, workforce culture, infrastructure and operations.

Attendance and dates

Woodall's Campground Magazine reported on October 7 that nearly 100 people attended, representing 51 campgrounds from Maryland to Maine. CONY's meeting was part of combined events held September 28 to 30 with the Northeast Campground Association's Great Escape. Woodall's also said attendees heard updates on Grounding Monitor Interrupter (GMI) technology and future RV electrical considerations.

The electrical change in the background

The electrical side of the conversation began earlier: on September 1, the RV Industry Association announced a to coordinate industry education. It says the National Electrical Code requirement takes effect in 2027 for model-year 2028 RVs, and that a first step for campgrounds is testing the electrical systems where a GMI-equipped RV may plug in. Our earlier story, explains what it means for campgrounds.

Questions to ask before you take a campground job

Nothing in these reports sets new job requirements, but the topics suggest what to ask a campground before you accept a seasonal job. Find out who trains new staff and how long it takes, and get duties, shifts and days off in writing. Ask who supervises busy weekends and after hours, and how electrical, plumbing and equipment problems are escalated to a qualified professional or the maintenance lead. If you aren't qualified, authorized and trained, don't attempt repairs on hookups or pedestals.

For campground employers

Applicants compare offers closely. A posting that spells out pay, site terms, hours, duties and training, and says who handles maintenance reports and electrical or technology changes, gives candidates what they need to decide.

Browse campground jobs on HitchPath or read our 2027 hiring overview.

Key Takeaways

CONY's September 28 Lake George meeting covered workforce, costs, energy and electrical systems, technology and guest expectations for 2027.

Woodall's reported nearly 100 attendees from 51 campgrounds at combined September 28 to 30 events with the Northeast Campground Association.

Workampers can use these topics to ask about training, duties, supervision and how maintenance problems are escalated. The reports describe one regional meeting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did campground owners discuss in Lake George?

CONY's account lists workforce challenges, rising costs, taxes, regulations, campground energy systems and electrical infrastructure, camp store revenue, technology, guest expectations and workforce culture.

Why do the reports give different dates?

CONY's own meeting was held September 28. Woodall's reported the combined CONY conference and Northeast Campground Association event from September 28 to 30, with nearly 100 attendees representing 51 campgrounds.

What should a seasonal worker ask a campground about training and electrical issues?

Ask who trains new staff, what your duties and shifts are, who supervises, and how maintenance problems are escalated to a qualified professional or the maintenance lead. Don't attempt electrical repairs unless you are qualified, authorized and trained.

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New York Campgrounds Discuss Staffing and Power for 2027