FindYourCampsite simplify your trip

Demo Website: http://campsite.imarkclients.com/


Have you ever been frustrated by the process of searching for a campground?

 Would you like to support a young, exciting business that donates 5% of monthly profits to select environmental groups?

Well, let me tell you a little bit more. Over the last few years, the lack of coherent campsite information on the internet has frustrated me to no end. Many websites post inadequate photos of the campgrounds or no photos at all. More lacking still, detailed reviews and tips about the campgrounds are hard to come by, except for the biggest campgrounds out there.

 I thought surely that by now someone would build a comprehensive website that would merge photos, reviews, and all the information you need to confidently book a campsite, yet this type of site is still not mainstream.

Until now.

Working with a team of experienced developers for the past nine months, the webpage, FindYourCampsite.com, is close to completion. 

Please view the demo site here and browse through the different features: http://campsite.imarkclients.com/

An example of an individual campsite page: http://campsite.imarkclients.com/camp/?id=182

So why do I need your help, and the help of any fellow campers you know? Well, with the support we've received so far (+ my savings acccount) we have come a long ways. But to take it to the next level, to make it a successful national company, more donations are needed. Advertising and additional site features will take up the bulk of these costs.



In return, I am offering up a 10% stake of the company with a fundraising goal of $5000. What does this mean? It means that as a stakeholder, you will receive a percentage of the site profits based on your donation.

 We have many ideas for monetizing the site, but in the beginning it will come from ads and our online store.

Here is a hypothetical example: If you donate $500 and I raise a total of $2,500, your ownership stake will be 2% (a total of 10% ownership share available). Profit earnings will be paid out quarterly and your opinion will be valued as future development plans are made.



 Let me know if you have any questions about this breakdown.

Please browse through the website like you were actually using it and don't hesitate to give me feedback, even if you are not donating to the site.

 You can reach me via this page's contact information or comment below.

Here are some key features of the site, either active now or soon to come:



-The essensce of the site will be user driven. People who love to camp, like you and me, will submit reviews and ratings, add campgrounds if they are not listed,
and upload photos to help grow a huge network of informed camping. The goal is no more guessing in the dark about the quality of your next camping trip.



-At first it will cater to car/trailer camping, then we will expand to RV sites and backcountry camping among other styles. 



-It will have a strong environmental mission: to give back to the organizations that help protect the outdoor areas we enjoy. 



-With that in mind, 5% of all monthly proceeds will be donated to the “non-profit organization of the month”.



-There is a membership rewards system to incentivize people to submit reviews, add photos, and contribute to the site. Free prizes will be given out - think bottle openers, rei gift cards, and tents - branded gifts that will enhance the camping experience.



-I will keep a running "Blog", that will cover all things camping and provide free content.



-It will be synced with Facebook and Instagram to help drive traffic and provide content.




Here's what you can do:

1) Donate.
Big or small, every dollar raised will go to the site in some capacity. I will follow up with you and let you know exactly where your money went.



2) Share this page and this site.
Let your friends, family, and co workers, especially the ones that love to camp, know about this webapge and what we are trying to build. The only way FindYourCampsite.com will ultimately be successful is to have hundreds and thousands of users contributing each in a small way.



3) Give me feedback!
What works well on the site? What needs improvement or change? I welcome and appreciate your feedback of all types - positive or constructive! 



The last thing I want to say is, if you have made to this point I really appreciate you taking the time to read this. I look forward to hearing your feedback on the site and the future plans.



Thanks so much and happy camping!



-Nate