# News: Washington Shuts Down Campgrounds, Lippert/Patrick Merger Sparks Antitrust Concern, More

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Podcast: [RV Miles Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rv-miles-podcast-176534)
Published: 2026-04-28T01:13:53+00:00
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Jason covers a busy week in RV and camping news as Washington’s Department of Natural Resources will fully close four campgrounds for the 2026 season and reduce services elsewhere; California proposes three new state parks in the Central Valley; An update on the potential Lippert (LCI) and Patrick Industries merger includes a letter from Senator Mike Lee seeking details due to antitrust concerns; RV shipments fell in March, and more. 'Get free shipping on orders over $99 at Etrailer: https://www.etrailer.com/vehicle-finder.aspx?etam=p0001 ******************************Connect with RV Miles: RV Miles Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvmilesShop the RV Miles Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rvmilesRV Miles Mailing List: https://rvmiles.com/mailinglistMile Marker Membership: https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers Tickets for HOMECOMING go on sale for Mile Marker members on April 1st and for the general public on May 1st. Learn more at: https://RVMiles.com/homecoming 00:00 Intro00:28 Washington Campground Cuts01:41 California Park Expansion02:46 Alabama Gulf RV Resort03:47 Sponsor Etrailer04:33 Merger Antitrust Scrutiny08:28 RV Shipments Slide09:26 Airstream Parts Policy10:08 Airstream F1 Track Tow10:32 Grand Design Roof Upgrade11:18 Fantasy Raises Money12:09 Outro

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