Say goodbye to outdated pay station hardware and hello to a more efficient, reliable, and user-friendly way to capture revenue. By implementing Text-2-Park and QR-based payment portals, agencies can reduce hardware maintenance costs and eliminate the need for frequent equipment repairs—all while meeting the needs of today’s mobile-savvy users. This approach leverages the widespread use of smartphones to simplify parking and day-use payments, creating a seamless experience for visitors. It also unlocks opportunities for same-day campground reservations by placing QR codes directly on-site, allowing users to reserve and pay instantly. Additionally, this presentation will explore solutions to common connectivity challenges in remote areas, including the use of satellite-based services like Starlink to power these innovations where traditional internet access falls short.

Experience Level: Intermediate, Expert