Taco Members Earn Multiple Honors at 2026 Ohi Conf
PROTEST signal, reported in US, from woodallscm.com, with positive sentiment. Locations: Texas, United States, Fort Worth, El Campo.
What Happened
The Texas Association of Campground Owners (TACO) celebrated multiple members winning awards at the Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHCE2026) in Fort Worth. Three TACO member parks were named Park Innovator of the Year: COTA RV Park of Austin (Corporate Small category), El Campo Lost Lagoon RV Resort (Independent Medium category), and Quilly’s Big Fish RV Park (Plan-It Green Environmental Innovator of the Year). TACO’s vendor members also earned recognition, with PlainsCraft winning Supplier Innovator of the Year in the Small supplier category and Staylist in the Large supplier category. TACO Board Member Terry Munoz received the OHI’s Trailblazer Award for his contributions to the industry. TACO CEO Brian Schaeffer praised the members’ work, stating the awards reflect the association’s innovation and leadership.
Why it matters
The awards highlight TACO’s influence in advancing outdoor hospitality through innovation and environmental stewardship. Winning members demonstrate how campground operators and suppliers are driving industry standards, with specific recognition for sustainability and technology. The accolades reinforce Texas’ role in shaping camping practices and could encourage further adoption of eco-friendly practices among outdoor hospitality businesses. TACO plans to continue promoting these achievements to maintain industry leadership.
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