Doug Keister let us know of the re-release of READY TO ROLL. It has been a bit updated and some corrections made (specifically the Curtis Wright/Curtiss-Wright confusion). Although the pub… Continue reading Ready to Roll
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2013 Modernism Week Vintage Trailer Show
On an absolutely beautiful morning in sunny Palm Springs a group of volunteers and friends waited in anticipation for the first vintage trailer to roll into the Hilton Hotel parking… Continue reading 2013 Modernism Week Vintage Trailer Show
We get letters (ok – email)
Here is an email we recently received – kinds words for the TCT and a trailer for sale: I’ve pulled my hair out trying to figure out why my old… Continue reading We get letters (ok – email)
TCT Hitch Covers
When your unhitched, you can still be cool! To order, send a check for $30 (includes shipping) to: Forrest Bone, 1700 General Motors Rd., Milford, MI 48380 Make sure to… Continue reading TCT Hitch Covers
Music for Fall Gathering
PRESS RELEASE 2011 Detroit Music Awards Nominee for “Outstanding Rhythm & Blues Band”! – bugs Beddow sings and plays the trombone & flute. His awesome band play iconic Rhythm & Blues and… Continue reading Music for Fall Gathering
Retro Revival Weekend August 18-21, 2011
Retro Revival Weekend August 18-21, 2011 Evelyn Malloy – has put information together for this opportunity…. While not an official TCT gathering – if you are looking for a last… Continue reading Retro Revival Weekend August 18-21, 2011
Backus Heritage Village Gathering Pictures
Backus Heritage Village Gathering Pictures http://www.flickr.com/photos/tbone2/sets/72157627222379119/
Paige Bridges has a new “VINTAGE TRAVELS” calendar for 2012!
Here’s a link: www.currentcatalog.com/900008.html Vintage Travels 2012 Calendar Save! Any 2 or More Only $4.99! Beautifully painted scenes take you back to those good times on the road! Old-fashioned cars and… Continue reading Paige Bridges has a new “VINTAGE TRAVELS” calendar for 2012!
Backus Event Press Release
Title: International Tin Can Tourists Vintage Trailer and R.V. Show Date: Saturday July 30 and Sunday July 31, 2011 Time: as previously published in the Calendar of Events: Saturday 10am… Continue reading Backus Event Press Release
Tin Can Tourist Camp Dearborn Rally Spring 2011
Tin Can Tourist Camp Dearborn Rally Spring 2011, a set by Two Dancing Crows on Flickr.
Tin Can Tourists spring rally has perfect weather for drawing turnout
http://www.examiner.com/city-buzz-in-detroit/tin-can-tourists-spring-rally-has-perfect-weather-for-drawing-turnout Camp Dearborn proved to be an attractive destination last weekend, when the annual spring rally for the Tin Can Tourists enjoyed perfect weather. The vintage trailers that turned out… Continue reading Tin Can Tourists spring rally has perfect weather for drawing turnout
Press Coverage for Williamsburg Rally
http://www.dailypress.com/features/family/dp-fea-tin-can-tourists-20110513,0,1608601.story Nice article on the Tin Can Tourists Williamsburg Rally run by Peggy Mason Vintage aluminum Airstream- and Spartan-brand trailers bring back pleasant memories for baby-boomers who vacationed in them… Continue reading Press Coverage for Williamsburg Rally
Pictures from the 2011 Vintage Virginia Rally
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tbone2/sets/72157626512913707/ Photographer: Dave & Ellen Silva 1965 Boles Aero
Annual Gathering Tentative Schedule
The link below has the tentative schedule for the annual gathering in May. Changes from previous years – entertainment is scheduled for Friday night (Steve King and the Dittilies) at… Continue reading Annual Gathering Tentative Schedule
TCT Regional Representative for the Netherlands
We are very happy to announce that the Tin Can Tourists has a Regional Representative for the Netherlands. We asked Rene’ Leenders to send along a brief Bio to introduce… Continue reading TCT Regional Representative for the Netherlands
TCT Geneva Rally Update
Greetings! I now have more information on the last minute Geneva Rally. Link to the Park we will be staying at: http://www.usgennet.org/usa/fl/county/seminole/Geneva/fort_lane_park.htm Rally will be from May 5th-8th, TCTers can… Continue reading TCT Geneva Rally Update
Looking for ribbed aluminum
I am having trouble finding .025 shiny aluminum with a ribbed pattern pressed into it every 2″ horizontally for the side of my Holiday House trailer. I’m almost done with… Continue reading Looking for ribbed aluminum
“TCT Geneva Founders Day RALLY”
The Tin Can Tourists have been invited to camp and show their trailers in Geneva Florida’s Founders Day Celebration. This will be great fun with lots of activities as well… Continue reading “TCT Geneva Founders Day RALLY”
Alex’s 1965 Travel Trailer at Vintage Car Show
Alex Alexander was interviewed at a car show last weekend. She showed her Aristocrat Travel Trailer at the Rosemary Beach Car Show. —————————————————– For those of you who don’t use facebook… Continue reading Alex’s 1965 Travel Trailer at Vintage Car Show
Vintage Trailer Campout – Washington St.
**(THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL TCT EVENT** Hear ye, Hear ye! Vintage Trailer Campout First time event, invitation to Alpine RV Park 60751 State Route 20 Marblemount, WA 98267 (Located… Continue reading Vintage Trailer Campout – Washington St.
2011 91st Winter Convention Pictures
The convention took place March 17th to March 20th, 2011 at Lake Manatee State Park in Bradenton Florida. Here are pictures of the event: http://www.flickr.com/photos/tbone2/collections/72157622322464027/ Included this very unique trailer:
Tin Can Tourists T-Shirt Contest Winners Announced
Congratulations to the follow people – they won a free Tin Can Tourists T-Shirt during our membership contest in February! John and Wendy Abbott Pete and Cindy Fullerton Ralph and… Continue reading Tin Can Tourists T-Shirt Contest Winners Announced
Pretty impressive backing up!
If You’ve Ever Pulled a Trailer…and needed to know how to do a U-turn!
Port Sanilac Antique Boat Show
*** Not an official TCT event *** Brief description of Event: Vintage Boats, Tractors, RV’s and Motor cycles all at the same location. Trophies, Prize Awards, Music and Tours. Date:… Continue reading Port Sanilac Antique Boat Show
Airstream Needed
If you can help out, contact Tricia Mears directly – pfm09@fsu.edu Forrest and Jeri Bone Tin Can Tourists 4 High Street Bradenton, Florida 34208 Visit us at www.tincantourists.com —–Original Message—–… Continue reading Airstream Needed
Is this a camper?
Or a rolling skyscraper?
2011 Dade Battlefield – Rally in the Park Pictures
The pictures have been posted in the Tin Can Tourists Flickr Collection http://www.flickr.com/photos/tbone2/sets/72157625976148439/
2011 Virginia Vintage Rally Registration is open
Registration forms – both paypal and by check are ready to go for the 2011 Virginia Vintage Rally, April 29-May1 at the Williamsburg KOA https://tincantourists.com//rallyregistration1.php
TCT JAPAN News
DEAR Sir. Forrest and Jeri Bone. So Sorry my late reply,!always. Thank you so much for your keeping communications as TCT, Also ! In NEW year,,I am very busy for… Continue reading TCT JAPAN News
Free t-shirts
Only a few more days until the drawing for the free t-shirts. We will draw on March 1st. Special Tin Can Tourists Membership offer to our social media fans. Become… Continue reading Free t-shirts