A Pretty Good Lyft Last week in Baltimore, Uber charged me $85 for a trip that usually costs $20. I looked into the way their “surge pricing” model actually works, and didn’t like what I learned. So today, after checking out of my hotel in Oklahoma, I called Lyft instead, and was picked up by… Continue reading Mike Rowe’s “A Pretty Good Lyft”
Vintage Camper and Car rally
There is a vintage camper/car rally on Father’s Day weekend, June 14-16, 2024 at Sky High Campground outside of Portage, WI https://skyhighcampingresort.com Use the Promo Code “Classic” for 20% off your reservation. There is also a live band on site that weekend.
“Better Join the TCT”
Great Advice from 1924…I recently added this circa 1920s Gettysburg postcard to my collection: “The only way to see the country is by motor, as mother and I are appreciating. Better join the T.C.T. and try it. Regards, Clyde” Mailed October 30, 1924 Daniel Hershberger… Continue reading “Better Join the TCT”
2024 Fall Gathering
Registration Process Join us for the last Tin Can Tourists rally of the 2024 Camping Season. This is a relaxing rally with a light weight agenda and a very low cost of only $15 per adult and $5 for kids. We are having yards games, open house, flea market, hot dog vendor, corn on the… Continue reading 2024 Fall Gathering
Western Illinois Vintage Trailer Rally
Join us for a great time in Geneseo, IL. Potluck dinner, Friday night Peepshow, great people, and lots of fun. Registration will start Jan. 16th. Please ask to join the Western Illinois Vintage Trailer Rally Facebook group for more information. For trailers and RVs 1978 and older. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! It… Continue reading Western Illinois Vintage Trailer Rally
West Michigan Vintage Rally
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Hey @everyone! This years event will be June 6th to the 9th, there will be a $10/site rally fee that is mandatory and paid upon arrival. Rally Event schedule will be posted in event – we will have a public open house Saturday June 8th. We have reserved sites 1-131 and they will… Continue reading West Michigan Vintage Rally
The 7th Annual Best Dam Vintage Trailer Rally
7th Annual – The Best Dam Vintage Trailer Rally at Bull Shoals Dam Site Campground. Vintage-inspired trailers welcome too. Come meet folks from TX, OK, KS, MO, and AR. Enjoy a relaxing, low key weekend among the blooming Dogwoods. Reserve soon, it was a sell-out last year. There’s nearby hiking, the Gaston Visitor Center, Bull… Continue reading The 7th Annual Best Dam Vintage Trailer Rally
New Member Interview with Jennifer Reinshagen
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby? My parents had trailers while I was growing up and the last one they had was an Airstream. We remodeled the inside of that one and I fell in love with them! My dad and I also owned/rehabbed several older cars (a… Continue reading New Member Interview with Jennifer Reinshagen
New Member Interview with Jennifer Colling
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby? A little bit about us: My name is Jennifer Colling and my partner of 27 years is Byron Leach. I am a college instructor at Mott Community College in Flint and Byron is a car salesman at Cook’s GM in Vassar. We… Continue reading New Member Interview with Jennifer Colling
Missouri Loves Company 3rd Annual Vintage Camper Rally
We will once again be hosting the Missouri Loves Company 3rd Annual Vintage Camper Rally at OZARK OUTDOORS RESORT in Leasburg MO.Thursday May 30 – Sunday June 2, 2024 New campground rules REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED EARLIER THIS YEAR.We have currently blocked the same sites as in the past, namely 1511- 1525 and1611-1625. Site 1617… Continue reading Missouri Loves Company 3rd Annual Vintage Camper Rally
Vintage Nights 2024 Wall Calendar
TCT Member, Rick Rajewski, has announced that The Vintage Nights 2024 Wall Calendar of Vintage Travel Trailers is now available. Here’s a direct link to the calendar on Amazon. Amazon Link Here are few images reflecting the cover and back page as well as the image for September (1965 Banner). Monthly Travel Trailer images
Lincoln Trail State Park vintage Camper Rally
Lincoln Trail State Park Vintage Camper Rally. Into it’s 6th year, this rally is scheduled for June 20-23 2024 (Thursday-Sunday). Marshall, Illinois
Dawn Bastian inducted into the TCT Hall of Fame
Dawn Bastian – Is hereby inducted into the Tin Can Tourists Hall of Fame – for her historical knowledge of the Tin Can Tourists. We are grateful for your research into the club leadership and amazing respect you provide them and their families.
10th TIME LAKE HAVASU CITY VINTAGE TRAILER RALLY/CAMPOUT
Beautiful setting on the beach! Come join the fun!! First timers are always welcomed! No dues, no meetings. We look forward to seeing everyone!! No saving sites, it is first come, first pick. All vintage trailers, buses, campers before 1977 are welcomed. Tear drops and airstreams are welcome regardless of age. Old cars are welcome… Continue reading 10th TIME LAKE HAVASU CITY VINTAGE TRAILER RALLY/CAMPOUT
2023 Havasu Round Up
At the Rodeo Ground Sara Park 7260 Sara Parkway Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 November 2, 2023 (11:00am on) to November 5, 2023 (noon) All vintage trailers, campers, buses, vans, etc come and join us at the Rodeo Grounds for a fun camp out, $10.00 per night camping fee, dry camping. Showers and restrooms are… Continue reading 2023 Havasu Round Up
New Member Interview with Kim Wescott
Can you tell us about how you got into the vintage trailer hobby? We sold our travel trailer in 2014 because we became empty nesters and didn’t need the bunks. We started looking for a small motorhome to replace the trailer. We wanted something that could fit in our warehouse during the winter. We started looking… Continue reading New Member Interview with Kim Wescott
2024 Rallies
Planning for 2024 is well underway and 18 rallies have been added to the Tin Can Tourists website so far. Click here to see our event listings! If you host a rally or know of one not listed yet, please let us know so we can help get the word out!
Rally on the River
Rally On The River is located in Brownsville Oregon about 25 miles north of Eugene, Oregon. Pioneer Park in Brownsville is one of the oldest City Parks in Oregon.The park sits along the Calyapoya river. This being a city park there are no RV spaces? You camp where you want. Sounds crazy ? Everyone that… Continue reading Rally on the River
Glamperfest 2024 “Christmas in the Trailer Park”
Featuring Antsy McClain!
Trailerfest SoCal – British Invasion
Trailerfest Vintage Trailer Rally and Classic Car Show.Live music on Friday and Saturday nights! THURSDAYPot Luck Reception at the host site. FRIDAYStrawberry Field Forever Pancake Breakfast with bangors.Pub Stroll – Host a gathering at your site.Play and sing along at campsites. SATURDAY280 VINTAGE TRAILERS – 150 CLASSIC CARSCars and Coffee and DonutsOpen House and Classic… Continue reading Trailerfest SoCal – British Invasion
Trail Along To Pismo Vintage Trailer Rally
SOLD OUT – waiting list
Halloween Vintage Camper Rally
• Located in the Western North Carolina Mountains in Murphy, NC • Hosted by Jessie and Jason, Owners of J&J’s Getaway Campground & RV Park Get ready for a groovy weekend of funky tins, camping friends, fresh mountain air, sunshine bonfires and fun! (828) 837-9077 www.jandjsgetaway.com
Fun N the Sun Vintage Camper Gathering
• Located in the Western North Carolina Mountains in Murphy, NC • Hosted by Jessie and Jason, Owners of J&J’s Getaway Campground & RV Park Get ready for a groovy weekend of funky tins, camping friends, fresh mountain air, sunshine bonfires and fun! (828) 837-9077 www.jandjsgetaway.com
Second Thankful Tin Rally, Back in the Day
• Located in the Western North Carolina Mountains in Murphy, NC • Hosted by Jessie and Jason, Owners of J&J’s Getaway Campground & RV Park Get ready for a groovy weekend of funky tins, camping friends, fresh mountain air, sunshine bonfires and fun! (828) 837-9077 www.jandjsgetaway.com
Spring Carnival Vintage Camper Gathering
• Located in the Western North Carolina Mountains in Murphy, NC • Hosted by Jessie and Jason, Owners of J&J’s Getaway Campground & RV Park Get ready for a groovy weekend of funky tins, camping friends, fresh mountain air, sunshine bonfires and fun! (828) 837-9077 www.jandjsgetaway.com
2nd Annual Vintage Camper Rally and Old Time Music Festival
2nd Annual Vintage Camper Rally and Old Time Music Festival July 18th-July 21st 2024 at the County Line Campground in Summit, SD
1st annual Vintage Trailer Rally at Lodi Lake
1st annual Vintage Trailer Rally at Lodi Lake ~ Lodi, California June 21-June 23, 2024. Please read details carefully (Side note: We have never camped here, but have heard it’s a secret hidden gem) Arrival time is Noon on Friday, June 21 and Check out is 5:00pm on Sunday, June 23. Cost: $100 for the… Continue reading 1st annual Vintage Trailer Rally at Lodi Lake
2024 Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally
24th Annual Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally. Washington State’s Largest Vintage Trailer Rally held every year the weekend after Labor Day at the NW Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden, WA. The Dates are Sept 3-9, 2024! This is field camping with no assigned spots. You will register when you arrive. Showers, restrooms and a rv dump… Continue reading 2024 Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally
ROVT Fall Vintage Trailer Gathering
SAVE THE DATE FOR 2024! We are putting together a family oriented, relaxed agenda. Tentative events will include: Trailer park trick or treating, Open house, Craft, movie night, campfire s’mores gathering. Decorate your trailer, costumes encouraged. Fun for all ages. You will not be able to sign up for this rally until April 3, 2024.… Continue reading ROVT Fall Vintage Trailer Gathering
2024 All American Vintage Trailer Rally
Details to follow. Mark your calendars.