A common question we get when our members start a vintage trailer restoration is how do I get parts or service for my stove? A great resource is “The Old… Continue reading Thermostat and Vintage Stove Resources
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Tin Can Tourists News
How to live in a Vintage Trailer
Dreaming of the vintage trailer fulltiming? Meet this couple who shrugged off traditional homeownership in favor of a tiny Airstream. http://www.sunset.com/home/home-tours/vintage-airstream
98th Winter Convention Special Presentation
“Are We There Yet?” America’s Offbeat Roadside Attractions “Are We There Yet?” A one hour Power Point historical presentation on luring families into strange, wonderful, and just plain weird… Continue reading 98th Winter Convention Special Presentation
Pigtail Wiring Diagrams
Our northwest region rep has found these wiring diagrams to be very handy and he keeps a copy posted in his shop and one in his travel toolbox with his… Continue reading Pigtail Wiring Diagrams
BOWLUS, THEN AND NOW—PART 2
BOWLUS, THEN AND NOW—PART 2 When we last left our hero, Hawley Bowlus was an innovator in trailer traveling in the mid-1930s, and building his Road Chiefs using the most… Continue reading BOWLUS, THEN AND NOW—PART 2
Vintage Camper Chuck Box
Had a member (Darel Leedy) recently contact us to use our logo for the front of a chuck box. Hate to admit, but I had to google what a chuck… Continue reading Vintage Camper Chuck Box
98th Winter Convention of the Tin Can Tourists
As of January 12th, we have 40 units registered. We had just over 100 units in attendance in 2016 and we are hoping to exceed those numbers. If you have… Continue reading 98th Winter Convention of the Tin Can Tourists
Photo Contest voting is now open
The Photo Contest voting is now open. Place your votes for your favorite vintage trailer images. We have almost 80 images in 6 categories, so take a look at images… Continue reading Photo Contest voting is now open
Membership Choices Simplified
Starting in 2017, The Tin Can Tourists membership options are now really simple and easy. We will have two options: A subscription option costing $20 that is annual renewed unless… Continue reading Membership Choices Simplified
Interesting Modern Trailers
Airstream Basecamp The big benefit is how it handles: think larger wheels for off-roading, an aggressive departure angle for switchbacks and ground clearance, an aerodynamic shape that reduces fuel consumption,… Continue reading Interesting Modern Trailers
Trailers Decorated for the Holidays – 2016 Edition
Our Tin Can Tourists members are very creative and here is a sampling of their creativity.
New Classified Ad System Launched
The old system was no longer being supported, had it’s own userid system and was generally getting old and difficult for us to maintain. We launched a new classified ad… Continue reading New Classified Ad System Launched
Giveaway Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the November give away Winners of the random drawing are: Joan Baldwin – Color Me a Happy Camper Scott Fitswater – Trailer Trash and Proud… Continue reading Giveaway Winners
Trailer Towing Safety
Trailer Towing Safety Interested in a comprehensive resource for trailer towing safety, here are a couple websites that are excellent resources and cover almost all of the common concerns and… Continue reading Trailer Towing Safety
Tin Can Tourists November Give Away!
We have a bunch of freebies to send your way and it’s simple to enter! Prizes include, bumper stickers, transfers and Crystal Pittman’s Vintage Camper coloring books Two steps is… Continue reading Tin Can Tourists November Give Away!
GirlCamper.com Interview with Jenine Pettit
On this week’s show Tin Can Tourist’s Terry Bone talks about the group founded in 1919 as a travel group and resurrected by his father, Forest. Tin Can Tourist… Continue reading GirlCamper.com Interview with Jenine Pettit
Michigan State Representatives
We are very pleased to announce the addition of Ron Baumgarten and Shannon Rozell as the state representatives of Michigan. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the… Continue reading Michigan State Representatives
The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation: The Vagabonds
Not quite roughing it but the Vagabonds where part of the early Tin Can Tourists
Old Car Festival to Feature Early Motor Camping
Old Car Festival to Feature Early Motor Camping The Old Car Festival will be held this weekend, September 10 & 11, at The Henry Ford/Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan. In… Continue reading Old Car Festival to Feature Early Motor Camping
Press Release for Fall Gathering 2016
News Release Fall, 2016 Contact: Forrest Bone, Tin Can Tourists Cell 941-302-2415 E-mail: tincantourists@gmail.com Website: www.tincantourists.com What: Fall Gathering of the Tin Can Tourists Where: Camp Dearborn, Milford, Michigan When:… Continue reading Press Release for Fall Gathering 2016
Whitehall (Ohio) Historical Society looking for a trailer to display
I am the president of the Whitehall (Ohio) Historical Society just outside of Columbus. On Saturday, Sept. 24, we are hosting an antiques and art show. Part of what we… Continue reading Whitehall (Ohio) Historical Society looking for a trailer to display
Fall Gathering Tentative Agenda
Fall Gathering Agenda Click on the link below to view the agenda for the Fall Gathering at Camp Dearborn starting September 22nd. This agenda has the food, entertainment, dance theme,… Continue reading Fall Gathering Tentative Agenda
1953 Kit Canned Ham – Free to a good home
We received this email: Name: greg baer Email: smrbaer@msn.com Comment: I live in Exeter Ca. I started working on a 1953 KIT “canned ham” but will be unable to finish… Continue reading 1953 Kit Canned Ham – Free to a good home
2017 “Happy Campers Calendar”
My Name is Glenda Palmer; I live in the beautiful City of Temecula, California and I’m a member of the Temecula Valley Art League. Growing up, my siblings and I… Continue reading 2017 “Happy Campers Calendar”
The National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary
Happy 100th Birthday National Parks! 2016 marks the centennial of the National Park Service, the mission of which is to preserve “unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of… Continue reading The National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary
America’s Best Campground in Branson, MO
America’s Best Campground in Branson, MO is the latest to join the TCT Friendly campground program (https://tincantourists.com/bl…/vintage-friendly-campgrounds/) America’s Best Campground 499 Buena Vista Rd, Branson, MO 65616 (800) 671-4399 AMERICASBESTCAMPGROUND@GMAIL.COM… Continue reading America’s Best Campground in Branson, MO
HAPPINESS ON WHEELS: THE TIN CAN TOURISTS’ VINTAGE TRAILERS
One Of The Many Groups That Celebrate The History Of Vintage Recreational Vehicles Described as “happiness on wheels” vintage trailers have steadily been increasing in popularity in recent years. The… Continue reading HAPPINESS ON WHEELS: THE TIN CAN TOURISTS’ VINTAGE TRAILERS
Port Sanilac Antique Boat and Trailer Show held Aug 11th-14th, 2016
John Truitt hosted the Tin Can Tourists at the Port Sanilac Vintage Boat show. John reported that everyone had a great time and didn’t even notice the rainy weather! Event… Continue reading Port Sanilac Antique Boat and Trailer Show held Aug 11th-14th, 2016
1930’s Tin Can Tourists Brass Medallion
Back in the 1930’s, members of the Tin Can Tourists had brass medallions that they would attach to their trailers or tow vehicles. Here is an original on George Shebley’s… Continue reading 1930’s Tin Can Tourists Brass Medallion
Tin Can Tourists Rally supports J Bar J Youth Services
http://www.bendbulletin.com/lifestyle/4554169-151/vintage-trailer-rally-supports-j-bar-j?referrer=fpblob Published Aug 6, 2016 at 12:02AM The Bend Classic Vintage Trailer Rally will be at J Bar J Ranch Wednesday through Aug. 13 in support of the ranch’s youth… Continue reading Tin Can Tourists Rally supports J Bar J Youth Services