Blue Water Parks Win 14 Jellystone Awards
Blue Water Celebrates 14 Awards Across Five Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts at the 2025 Jellystone Symposium
Honors highlight Blue Water’s leadership in family travel, guest satisfaction, and innovation in outdoor hospitality.
Ocean City, MD — November 6, 2025 — Blue Water proudly announces that five of its owned or managed Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts received a combined 14 awards at the 2025 Jellystone Symposium, underscoring the company’s continued leadership in family travel, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction.
“These awards are a reflection of the investments of our owner partners and the dedication, creativity, and heart our teams bring to every guest experience,” said Rafael Correa, President and CFO of Blue Water. “Our goal has always been to redefine what families can expect from a camping vacation - where memorable moments, exceptional service, and community connection come together. We’re incredibly proud of our General Managers and their teams for setting a new standard of excellence across the Jellystone Park™ network.”
Hosted on November 4, 2025, the annual Camp Jellystone Symposium recognized the best in family recreation, guest satisfaction, and innovation among Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Award-Winning Blue Water Parks
Jellystone Park™ Delaware Beaches
General Manager: Harvey Elliott
- Pinnacle Club Award 2025 for Outstanding Achievement and Excellence
- 15-Year Anniversary Recognition
Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island
General Manager: Katie Miller
- Pinnacle Club Award 2025 for Outstanding Achievement and Excellence
- Top Performer
Jellystone Park™ Mammoth Cave
General Manager: Sarah Young
- Pinnacle Club Award 2025 for Outstanding Achievement and Excellence
Jellystone Park™ Birchwood Acres
General Manager: Jennifer Ditoro
- Pinnacle Club Award 2025 for Outstanding Achievement and Excellence
- Outstanding Recreation Program
- Scholarship Recipient: Activities Director awarded a scholarship to the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality
Jellystone Park™ Estes Park
General Manager: Kelly Thompson
- Rookie of the Year
- Top Performer
- Comfort Station Award
- Outstanding Recreation Program
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Pinnacle Club Award 2025 for Outstanding Achievement and Excellence
Commitment to Excellence in Outdoor Hospitality
Blue Water owns Jellystone Park™ Delaware Beaches and manages Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island, Jellystone Park™ Mammoth Cave, and Jellystone Park™ Birchwood Acres for Sun Outdoors, as well as Jellystone Park™ Estes Park for HTR Resorts.
Across each location, Blue Water remains dedicated to creating unforgettable family vacations through exceptional recreation programs, award-winning service, and elevated amenities. These recognitions reflect Blue Water’s ongoing success in redefining the outdoor hospitality experience.
For more information on Blue Water’s properties, visit www.bwdc.com.
To explore Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts, visit www.campjellystone.com.
About Blue Water
Founded in 2002, Blue Water specializes in the management, investment, and development of premier hospitality destinations, including RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions nationwide. With more than 60 properties across the U.S., Blue Water’s integrated approach delivers consistent operational excellence and memorable guest experiences.
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