Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby? I grew up in a camping family and traveled a lot with a pop-up/tenttrailer that my grandfather… Continue reading New member interview with Charles Knutson
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New Member Interview with Ryan Kane
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby?While we love vintage trailers we purchased an Airstream in 2015 that offered modern amenities so we could… Continue reading New Member Interview with Ryan Kane
New Member Interview with Joanna Haneckowv
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby?Neighbor Butch Starner got us started What type of trailers have you owned and what do you have… Continue reading New Member Interview with Joanna Haneckowv
New Member Interview: Anne Farmer
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby? It’s more of a necessity than a hobby. Bought our 1970 Aristocrat in 1996 but a newer… Continue reading New Member Interview: Anne Farmer
Introducing our new Michigan TCT representatives
The Tin Can Tourists are very grateful to Ron Baumgarten and Shannon Rozell for supporting and growing the club in Michigan. Ron said they both have been very busy the… Continue reading Introducing our new Michigan TCT representatives
TV & Movies that feature Vintage RVs by Tim Heintz
Tim Heintz posted this comprehensive list of movies and TV series in our TCT facebook group. It started a great discussion and we wanted to make sure this list preserved.… Continue reading TV & Movies that feature Vintage RVs by Tim Heintz
Heyer Camping Journal – camping 100 years ago
Charles Heyer has been posting photos and information in our facebook group about his grandparents camping trip that happened in 1921. People have really enjoyed the photos and encouraged him… Continue reading Heyer Camping Journal – camping 100 years ago
An Interview with new member Mary Anne Papiersky
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby? “Couldn’t find a used small modern travel trailer so went vintage.” What type of trailers have you owned… Continue reading An Interview with new member Mary Anne Papiersky
2021 Rallies are going Strong!
With the restrictions being lift and our members itching to get back together, Tin Can Tourists rallies are being back on the calendars and everyone is excited to be able… Continue reading 2021 Rallies are going Strong!
Lumberjack Rally Scavenger Hunt
One of the activities at a recent rally was a scavenger hunt to people out of the campground and explore the beautiful lakes in Cadillac, Michigan. Here are the clues:… Continue reading Lumberjack Rally Scavenger Hunt
Virtual New Member Orientation
We held a new member orientation for those that haven’t been to a rally recently because of the pandemic. All of the secrets were revealed to our members and they… Continue reading Virtual New Member Orientation
What is the secret TCT password?
Do you know the secret password? Have you not been able to come to a Tin Can Tourists Rally that had a new member orientation? If you are a TCT… Continue reading What is the secret TCT password?
Hagerty’s new vintage trailer insurance program
Watch Angelic Hathway provide all the details on Hagerty’s new vintage trailer insurance program. Angelic joined Tin Can Tourists’ Terry Bone during the 4th session of the Tin Can Tutoring… Continue reading Hagerty’s new vintage trailer insurance program
The search for the lost “Georgie Boy” trailer
We love these types of stories. John J. sent us this one! A brief history, years ago I posted this: Quote: My parents had a 1971 Georgie Boy travel trailer… Continue reading The search for the lost “Georgie Boy” trailer
Video: Everything you need to know about Awnings
We talked with our Colorado State rep, Jean Bundschuh who is also the owner of Tin Can Awnings. Jean is extremely knowledgeable about vintage rope and pole awnings and answered… Continue reading Video: Everything you need to know about Awnings
Life at Olympic Trailer Park (1939)
Ansel Easton Adams (February 20, 1902 – April 22, 1984) Ansel was an American photographer and environmentalist, best known for his black-and-white photographs of the American West, especially in Yosemite National… Continue reading Life at Olympic Trailer Park (1939)
Spring Checklist – Are you ready?
Tin Can Tourists’ member Jim Pritchard posted this list of items to consider when getting your trailer out of storage and ready for your first camping trip! That first camping… Continue reading Spring Checklist – Are you ready?
New TCT Decals for 2021
Need a Tin Can Tourists decal a small trailer window or on a tow vehicle. We now have a subtle solution and they are super affordable. We have a NEW… Continue reading New TCT Decals for 2021
It’s Coca-Cola Vs. Pepsi Collectibles for This Couple
When a Pepsi-drinking husband and a Coke-loving wife buy a vintage trailer they name Bubbles, you know they are in for some carbonated fun. Tin Can Tourists members Rick Cook… Continue reading It’s Coca-Cola Vs. Pepsi Collectibles for This Couple
Two Tin Can Tutoring Sessions planned for April
We have added two virtual events for April for our members! The weekend following Easter, we are going to talk with our Colorado State rep, Jean Bundschuh who is also… Continue reading Two Tin Can Tutoring Sessions planned for April
Vintage Trailer Manuals
Does anyone have the manual for my vintage trailer? I’m looking for electrical diagrams for my trailer? Where can I buy a manual for my vintage trailer? These are common… Continue reading Vintage Trailer Manuals
REDUX! Vintage Trailer Insurance!
by Hunt Jones More Great News! The Hagerty Insurance Company of Traverse City MI has finally created a long-awaited Agreed Value product for vintage travel trailers. This is similar to… Continue reading REDUX! Vintage Trailer Insurance!
Montana’s choice for Vintage Trailer restoration!
If you are in the Montana area and need some work done on your vintage trailer, the choice is clear. GT Services provides everything from a full frame off restoration… Continue reading Montana’s choice for Vintage Trailer restoration!
Video: Vintage Trailer Supply and the pandemic
RECORDED ON 2/20/21: Join Vintage Trailer Supply founder and president Steve Hingtgen this afternoon for an interview by Terry Bone of the Tin Can Tourists club. Steve and Terry will… Continue reading Video: Vintage Trailer Supply and the pandemic
On the Cover of the Rolling Stone?
Everyone dreams of being on the cover of the Rolling Stone. The Tin Can Tourists are proud to be featured on the Rolling Stone website. DANIELLE DIRECTO-MESTON was working on… Continue reading On the Cover of the Rolling Stone?
1936 Bowlus Provenance
Andrew Smith provided a detailed provenance of his 1936 Bowlus and the story is fascinating: I wanted to take a little time and do a brief write up to share… Continue reading 1936 Bowlus Provenance
Photos from past events are now available
Missing Everyone? Feeling nostalgic? Scrapbooking? Wish you had photos? After a few requests for prints photos from past events are now available. We’ve had so much fun! Photos from these events are available now:… Continue reading Photos from past events are now available
“Camper Carryout”
Tin Can Tourists are full of imagination and creativity! Beth Lindner of Michigan sent us these pictures sharing an idea for how to bring the dinner table to the restaurant… Continue reading “Camper Carryout”
Tin Can Tutoring a huge success!
Tim Heintz helped us unravel the mysteries of vintage trailer insurance in our first virtual TCT session. You can view the recording of the presentation right here Couple screenshots from… Continue reading Tin Can Tutoring a huge success!
Camp Arroyo Grande joins the Vintage Friendly Campground directory!
Welcome to our 9th California campground to join the TCT Friendly Campground program. An amazing campground that is older that the Tin Can Tourists (and we are 102 years old)!… Continue reading Camp Arroyo Grande joins the Vintage Friendly Campground directory!