Woodall’s

Lake Forest, Illinois
Acquired: January 1991
Divested: May 1994
Industry: Consumer Publishing

Under Pfingsten’s ownership, Woodall’s was the leading national publisher of recreational vehicle (“RV”) park and campground directories for consumers. Publications included Woodall’s Campground Directory, Woodall’s Tent Camping Guide, Woodall’s Plan-it Pack-it Go, Woodall’s RV Buyer’s Guide, Woodall’s Airstream Caravaner, Woodall’s Campground Management, and several other camping related publications and services. Woodall’s was headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, and had an additional facility in Michigan. Pfingsten sold its interest in the business in May 1994.

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