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Author: Terry Bone
HELP WANTED – State Representatives!!!
We are looking for State Representatives who would work directly with the Regional Representative and TCT support staff in the establishment of an event in their state. Don’t worry, we… Continue reading HELP WANTED – State Representatives!!!
Vintage Camping Gear Winners
We have our winners: Noelle Mays from Auburn, California won the starter set Bill & Christine Smith from Crescent Sarnia, Ontario won the Cutting board. Thanks to VintageCampingGear.com for the… Continue reading Vintage Camping Gear Winners
Pink Flamingo RV Radio – Show #038- For Veterans Sake, Chesapeake Light Craft, Unique RV
This week we are joined by Monty Hutson of For Veterans Sake Foundation. Monty clarifies some privacy details, and why we don’t discuss clients and procedures in our conversations. Remember folks,… Continue reading Pink Flamingo RV Radio – Show #038- For Veterans Sake, Chesapeake Light Craft, Unique RV
Renningers Recap
The Renningers gathering was a great event. You can read the recap here with lots of photos. Thanks to Jon & Stacy Schneiderman for representing and organizing the Tin Can… Continue reading Renningers Recap
RVLIFE.COM Article on the Tin Can Tourists
Meet The Tin Can Tourists Vintage RV Club March 17, 2016 by Rene Agredano – The Full Timing Nomad Leave a Comment Photo: State Archives of Florida From Ace to… Continue reading RVLIFE.COM Article on the Tin Can Tourists
Greenbelt Car and trailer Show cancelled
Alas, Greenbelt Park’s superintendent today decided to CANCEL the “Back in Time” Car Show scheduled for May 7, 2016. Since we had firm commitments from only 9 participants with 4… Continue reading Greenbelt Car and trailer Show cancelled
1949 Pacific Liner
Just in case anyone is interest, my extremely rare 14’ 1949 Pacific Liner travel trailer (canned ham) is now listed for sale on EBAY. I have never come across another… Continue reading 1949 Pacific Liner
Vintage Camping Gear Give Away
***FOR DUES PAYING TCT MEMBERS*** If you’re interested in winning one of the items below from Vintage Camp Gear – please fill out the following form and 2 winners will… Continue reading Vintage Camping Gear Give Away
MOBILE MANSIONS: The History of RV’s and Trailers Full One Hour Version by Douglas Keister
MOBILE MANSIONS: The History of RV’s and Trailers Full One Hour Version by Douglas Keister
Here today and gone tomorrow
https://www.facebook.com/douglaskeister/videos/10207141314503742/ It’s from 1937 and has some very interesting units
1935 Steamline
https://www.facebook.com/douglaskeister/videos/10207130697598326/ Doug Keister has been doing some research for a little video he is making. In the process, he stumbled on this clip dating from 1935 that is quite unrelated to the… Continue reading 1935 Steamline
Vintage Trailer Classified Ads
Every now and then we check out the statistics on the classified ads and are always blown away. There have been 1991 trailers listed for sale and an amazing… Continue reading Vintage Trailer Classified Ads
Sabego Lake Event Cancelled
Due to low initial registration and the high costs involved in hosting an event at Sabego Lake, I have been forced to rethink the project and have concluded that cancellation… Continue reading Sabego Lake Event Cancelled
Time Travel: The History of Camping
Tin Can Tourists played an important role in the history of camping, read the story here: http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2016/02/time-travel-the-history-of-camping.html
Photos from the 97th Winter convention
Richard Squires is a really talented photographer and he captured the TCT Winter Convention with over 500 photos. Check them out here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/tbone2/albums/72157663186988784
New TCT Members inducted
There was a record number new TCT members inductees at the 97th Winter Convention
theVAP Episode 248: TCT Winter Convention 2016
Listen to the podcast Colin joins live from the TCT Winter Convention and interviews some of the attendees! Danielle – 1992 Classic Airstream Brenda – 1959 Ambassador Adam – Class… Continue reading theVAP Episode 248: TCT Winter Convention 2016
1967 Avion for Sale
I have this beautiful 1967 28′ Avion for sale. I bought it from the original owner’s State Sale five years ago. It’s in great condition, and I’m selling it to… Continue reading 1967 Avion for Sale
Enjoy the shortest month but a long road trip
Larry Davidson’s pictures in February took us along on some great road trips!
Brand of the Week: Alma
From our wiki page: https://tincantourists.com//wiki/doku.php?id=alma To see all the trailer information, start here: https://tincantourists.com//wiki/doku.php?id=listing_of_manufacturers Alma Alma Trailer Corporation Made in Alma, Michigan The Alma Trailer Corp. was formed in 1934 by William… Continue reading Brand of the Week: Alma
It’s not a secret here
The Garden & Gun Magazine wrote a nice story to about the club corresponding to our 97th Winter Convention kickoff This weekend, collectors and wanderlusters alike will have the chance… Continue reading It’s not a secret here
What is a “house car”?
There is no formal definition of a house car but in the early 1900’s, Americans want to take to the roads and explore. Some creative Tin Can Tourists decided that… Continue reading What is a “house car”?
19th Annual Gathering update
In the two weeks since registration was open for the rally at Camp Dearborn in May We have received 180 registrations. At this time, there are very few spots available.… Continue reading 19th Annual Gathering update
Tin Can Tourists have always been snowbirds!
From the ABC News Article Some really nice Tin Can Tourist historical pictures in the video and most of the details are correct, except: It’s funny how Airstreams are generically… Continue reading Tin Can Tourists have always been snowbirds!
Valentines and Camping go together like…
Bartow Florida Antique Festival
The vintage trailers and the bus were well received at the Antique Show. A lot of interest and an opportunity to invite visitors to our Open House at Sertoma Youth… Continue reading Bartow Florida Antique Festival
To polish or not to polish?
Vintage Trailer supply sells some excellent propane tanks but the question is – do you polish or paint yours? VTS’s version is more than bling. Lighter weight and no corrosion… Continue reading To polish or not to polish?
Want a painting of your trailer?
Justin Kolbe is an aspiring artist interested in vintage trailers. He offers original acrylic paintings of your personal trailers ranging in price from $75 to $100 depending on size. His… Continue reading Want a painting of your trailer?
Pictures from the past
Our first rally in Sept 2004, Laughlin, NV. Only two trailers.Both 1947,12 ft(.ser.#’s were two apart.). The Boles did not expect to see trailers. The”rally” was actually were the old… Continue reading Pictures from the past
