To celebrate Earth Day, Woodall’s announced the creation of a searchable database of “Green-Friendly” parks at Facebook.com/Woodalls.

The Woodall’s/ARVC Plan-It “Green-Friendly” Park Program, which rolled out last year, helps identify parks that are implementing eco-friendly practices at their campground or RV park.

Together, Woodall’s and the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) — with guidance from Leave No Trace (an organization dedicated to the responsible enjoyment of the outdoors) — has developed “Green-Friendly” criteria that is applied to RV parks or campgrounds around the country.

In order to be considered “Green-Friendly,” parks must meet nine out of the 18 criteria listed below:

• Tankless water heaters.
• Motion sensors for lighting in bathrooms and clubhouses.
• Energy-efficient light bulbs.
• Non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning products.
• Water saving showerheads and/or faucets with automatic shutoff taps.
• Recycle bins for cans, paper, glass and plastic.
• Energy saving appliances.
• Eco-friendly and “Leave No Trace” tips and education for guests.
• Landscaping that uses wood chip, pebble, paved or grass paths to decrease soil erosion.
• “Reduce Water Usage” signage for guests around the park.
• One or more of the following: lighting, heaters and/or coolers with timers.
• Solar or wind power.
• Low flush toilets or waterless urinals.
• Grey water access (if allowed in state).
• On-site organic composting.
• Email confirmations rather than paper to minimize paper waste.
• Geothermal heating and cooling.
• A program for frequent tree planting.