Adding a New Rig Type

Adding a New Rig Type

A "Rig" refers to the various types of camping vehicles, setups, or watercraft that guests use. For land-based accommodations, this includes different sizes and styles of RVs and trailers. In marinas, rig types refer to different kinds of boats and watercraft. By defining rig types in OpenCampground, you can better manage your sites, slips, and guest needs across both land and water-based accommodations.

Common land-based rig types include:
  • Class A Motorhome
  • Class B Motorhome (Camper Van)
  • Class C Motorhome
  • Travel Trailer
  • Fifth Wheel
  • Pop-up Camper
  • Truck Camper
  • Tent
  • Teardrop Trailer

Marina-specific rig types might include:

  • Sailboat
  • Motor Yacht
  • Catamaran
  • Pontoon Boat
  • Fishing Boat
  • Houseboat
  • Personal Watercraft (jet ski)
By defining rig types in OpenCampground, you can better manage your sites and guest needs.

Benefits:

  1. Improved Site Allocation: Match rigs to appropriate sites based on size and hookup requirements.
  2. Enhanced Guest Experience: Ensure guests are placed in sites that accommodate their specific rig type.
  3. Efficient Reporting: Generate reports on rig type distribution for better campground planning and marketing.
Instructions:
  1. Go to Settings
  2. Click on the "Rig Types" tab
  3. Click on "Add a New Rig"
  4. Provide a name for this Rig
  5. Click "Add"
Once created, you can edit the Rig by clicking the "Edit" button. Additionally, if you want to hide it from view, you can uncheck the "Active" check box

By including both land and water-based rig types, OpenCampground allows for comprehensive management of diverse properties, catering to a wide range of guest needs and preferences.
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