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MoneyDad PodcastHow Selling His House Led to Financial Freedom Through Campgrounds with Kevin ThuesonSend us a text#069. Kevin Thueson was a CPA with a comfortable career, a house, and the kind of life that looks stable from the outside. But he knew he wanted more: ownership, time freedom, and the ability to model something different for his kids.In this episode, Kevin shares the bold move that changed everything—selling his house to buy a campground. That first leap launched him into full-time entrepreneurship, a growing real estate portfolio, and a new way of raising financially empowered kids.This episode dives deep into min...2025-06-131h 10
MC Fireside Chats, an Outdoor Hospitality PodcastMC Fireside Chats - May 14th, 2025In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl of Insider Perks kicked off the conversation by lightheartedly addressing his scratchy voice and acknowledging the absence of several regular panelists, including Joe Duemig, who was attending a conference in Australia, Scott Foos, who had a meeting, and Kevin Thueson, who was traveling. Despite these absences, Searl enthusiastically introduced the two featured guests: John Handy, co-owner of Treebones Resort, and Devon Towle, Founder and CEO of Global Glamping, also known as Sir Glamps-a-lot. John Handy shared the 20-year journey of establishing Treebones Resort in Big Sur with his...2025-05-1455 min
MC Fireside Chats, an Outdoor Hospitality PodcastMC Fireside Chats - April 9th, 2025This MC Fireside Chats episode on April 9th, 2025, hosted by Brian Searl from Insider Perks, brought together a panel of experts to discuss the current state and future trends of the outdoor hospitality industry. The recurring guests, Joe Duemig, the owner and founder of App My Community, a company specializing in mobile apps for campground guest engagement and communication, and Kevin Thueson, a partner at KCN Campgrounds, a real estate investment firm operating a portfolio of nine KOA franchise parks, were joined by special guests Lucy Comer, the co-owner and founder of Hadspen Glamping, an off-grid glamping site in...2025-04-0956 min
MC Fireside Chats, an Outdoor Hospitality PodcastMC Fireside Chats - February 12th, 2025The latest episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosted by Brian Searl, brought together industry experts Kevin Thueson, Zach Stoltenberg, and Garrett Brown for a deep dive into campground development, investment strategies, and guest experience personalization. Garrett Brown, owner of Cameron Ranch Glamping near Houston, Texas, introduced his property, which consists of four high-end glamping structures. Brown emphasized the importance of working with reputable architects to streamline permitting processes and plan for future expansions effectively. He highlighted the necessity of having a clear guest avatar in mind to tailor experiences that drive repeat bookings and word-of-mouth marketing. Kevin Thueson, representing...2025-02-121h 05
Property Profits Real Estate PodcastCashing in on Campgrounds with Kevin ThuesonIn this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Kevin Thueson, a real estate entrepreneur who’s found a unique niche in outdoor hospitality and recreation. Kevin shares his journey from corporate America as a CPA to becoming a full-time campground investor.
Starting with his first KOA campground in 2018, Kevin has scaled his portfolio to nine properties across the U.S. In this conversation, he breaks down how he built a thriving business around his passion for the outdoors and why campgrounds offer a high-cash-flow opportunity compared to other real estate asset cl...2025-01-2827 min
Outdoor Hospitality WeeklyOwning a Multi-Park KOA Portfolio with Kevin Thueson, CEO of KCN CampgroundsIn this episode of Outdoor Hospitality Weekly, we sit down with Kevin Thueson, CEO of KCN Campgrounds, to explore his journey from an accounting background to owning and operating a multi-park KOA portfolio. Kevin shares his unique insights into the RV park and campground industry, detailing how his expertise has helped him build a thriving business across multiple states and regions.We dive into Kevin’s path to founding KCN Campgrounds, the pivotal moments that led him to invest in Kampgrounds of America (KOA) properties, and how his accounting background has been a critical tool for success. Ke...2025-01-1434 min
MC Fireside Chats, an Outdoor Hospitality PodcastMC Fireside Chats - January 8th, 2025The January 8, 2025, episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosted by Brian Searl, kicked off the year with an engaging discussion on enhancing guest experiences in outdoor hospitality. The panel, featuring Kevin Thueson, Joe Duemig, Casey Cochran, Scott Foos, Brittany Mathis, and Lelah Campo, explored themes of personalization, technology, and operational excellence, offering diverse strategies for meeting evolving camper expectations. Kevin Thueson opened by sharing his journey from owning a single KOA franchise to managing nine properties under KCN Campground. He highlighted the importance of continuously revisiting guest touchpoints, adapting to changing expectations, and empowering his team to deliver memorable experiences...2025-01-081h 15
Raise Capital LegallyHow to Make Money Acquiring and Owning CampgroundsAttorney Mola Bosland interviews Syndication Attorneys' client Kevin Thueson. This is part of our Beyond Multi-family ebook Series, teaching our audience about other asset classes they can invest in. Our guests will share valuable insights on what sets campgrounds apart from other real estate asset classes and how to handle the unique challenge of seasonality. Learn the art of balancing long-term tenants with transient guests, and the marketing strategies that keep parks bustling year-round. We'll also discuss the pros and cons of the franchise model, as well as financing challenges and the evolving landscape of investor returns. ...2024-08-151h 03
WCM's Park UpdateWCM’s Park Update: KCN Campgrounds Growing KOA PortfolioWCM's Park Update chats with Kevin Thueson, a co-founder and partner of KCN Campgrounds, which owns nearly a dozen Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) franchised parks throughout the U.S.
Thueson talks about how he entered the outdoor hospitality industry, the formation of KCN, how KCN continues to grow and what the future holds for the company. He also dives into challenges the industry faces and how what KCN has learned as it grows its portfolio.
To learn more, head to KCNcampgrounds.com.
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Inspire CampfireEpisode 97: Investing in the Campground Business with Kevin Thueson and Nate ThompsonIn this episode, Kevin Thueson and Nate Thompson, with KCN Campgrounds - an investment group that focuses on campgrounds and RV parks, join us to share their story of how they have combined both their passions and skills to become an important part of the outdoor industry.2023-08-2851 min