The Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine #37

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CAMPER Vol. 7, No. 3, Issue: 37 May-June 2018

Rare, Unique & One-of-a-Kind Trailers and RVs The magazine for all vintage camper trailer collectors, restorers, admirers and dreamers.

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Inside This Issue Index Meet "EARL", a 1969 Hercules

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1962 Holiday House Geographic Model X 10 Birth of a TCT Event

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Mid Century Mobile Museum 1955 Spartan 1 6

Trailer Museums- Page 14

One-of-a-kind Tent Trailer

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1972 Toronado Custom Built RV

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The Ballad of Calico

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Beautiful Spartan Trailers

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Before They Were Vintage

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Retro Diners and Destinations

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USA Rally Calendar

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New Book 1972 Toronado RV- Page 24

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By Paul Lacitinola Publisher VCT Magazine

Volume: 7 - Number: 3 - Issue: 37 PO Box 354, Elverta CA 95626 (916) 572-8554

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We had so much fun at Boot Camp this year I can’t believe we have to wait until the first weekend of March 2019 to do it again! If you were there, or know somebody that went, you know we got some rain. Rain is the arch nemesis of vintage trailers, and we did spring a few leaks. All of the campsites were on asphalt so although it was wet, it wasn’t muddy.

The good news was the venue at Casa de Fruta in Hollister, California was fantastic. Indoor classrooms were dry and warm and accommodated the 200 attendees that traveled from several different states across the country to be a part of the biggest vintage trailer restoration training in the USA! We have found a home for this event at Casa de Fruta and have already rented the park for the first week of March next year.

The crew that gave of their time and expertise this year will be hard to match. We were able to get experts like TIm Heintz (Heintz Design, Florida) and Steve Hingtgen (Vintage Trailer Supply, Vermont) to travel to northern California to be a part of this west coast based event. From the west coast, newcomer Denny Stone (SoCal Vintage Trailers, San Diego) and returning favorites Tim and Linda Brown (Edan Valley Garage, Colfax), had packed classes showing how they do the incredible finishes on trailer interiors. From the nearby east bay area the crew from Artistic Airstreams, Scotty, Josh and Liam, showed us how to polish aluminum and repair appliances. Adam Blair from Avalon RV in Benicia covered solar power and charging. Gary Warner, Randy Bonfantini and Rick Burros all shared the extensive knowledge they have as electricians, plumbers and mechanics. We covered a lot of ground in a couple of days and had a blast doing it.

In addition to seminars on restoration, Tim Heintz delivered an interesting presentation on the history of trailers and the Tin Can Tourists. To close out the weekend Sunday morning Steve Hingtgen facilitated a round-table discussion on “Restorations and Relationships”. Not really knowing what to expect, I was pleasantly surprised when about 90% of the attendees showed up to participate. (By Sunday everybody is usually blasting off as soon as they can!) The conversation was interesting, insightful, emotional and inspiring. In a nutshell I think it validated that we (vintage trailerites) are all very like minded and have endured some of the same trials and tribulations while enjoying this hobby.

We are already planning for next year and know that you will get a lot out of attending Boot Camp whether you are a novice or a pro. Save the date. Tickets go on sale soon!

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Owner: Steven Folsom Model: Lora Stuck, lstuck311@gmail.com Photographer: Kate Lunsford, Photography by Kate, Connersville, IN - thurstonphoto@live.com Assistant Photographer: Jen Davidson Wardrobe: Dillard’s Department Store Campground: Taylor Lake Campground, Olney, IL www.vintagecampertrailers.com

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“Earl” was rescued by Steve Folsom of Fort Branch, Indiana after he found him partially buried in Diane Coomes’ backyard. In all caps, the name EARL is displayed on the exterior aluminum establishing the trailer’s name. Despite the trailer’s poor condition, Steve saw the potential in the 1969 Hercules.

As the second owner of Earl, Diane Coomes’ father lost interest in the trailer and it was left sitting in her Henderson, Kentucky backyard where it was used as a hang-out location for Diane’s son to listen to records.

Steve became aware of the Hercules trailer through his friend, Eric Coomes, Diane’s son.

As a union carpenter and antique furniture restorer, Steve had the skills needed to restore Earl. A deal was struck for $300 and Steve owned EARL. The $300 purchase turned into an $11,000 rebuild along with countless hours of work by Steve and his friends. During the restoration process, Steve became medically disabled. He shared that the restoration was a blessing to him during this time as it gave him purpose to get up and going each morning as there was always something needing to be done on the trailer. The restoration became a social event as Steve’s friends volunteered to do a lot of the labor and help Steve complete the restoration.

Steve Folsom found Earl in the same city where he was manufactured. The Henderson’s Hercules Manufacturing produced travel trailers from 1969 – 1971.

According to their website, http://www.herculesvanbodies. com, the company has been in business since 1902 when it opened as a buggy manufacturer in Evansville, KY. Later the business moved to Henderson, KY. Having stayed in business for over 112 years has required the company to be innovative and change with the times. Now, the company 8

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primarily manufactures truck and van bodies for the trucking industry.

According to an article written by Douglas White on www. thegleaner.com, retired president of Henderson’s Hercules Manufacturing, Joseph Banna, confirmed the limited manufacturing date of 1969 -1971 for the Hercules Trailer.

Banna said that only a few dozen Hercules trailers were constructed with limited (2-3) production models. According to Banna, confirming exact numbers is difficult as the paperwork that went along with the trailer production has been destroyed. He did say that the now vintage trailers were originally manufactured under the Henderson Trailer Company name which was later changed to Hercules.

Although Henderson’s Hercules Manufacturing still uses the location where the Hercules trailer was produced, the travel trailers were a short lived part of the company’s long history. With no more than four dozen Hercules trailers produced, this is certainly another rare vintage trailer.

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Holiday House Geographic Model X One of only two known to exist. Recently restored by Flyte Camp of Bend, Oregon .

This unique crowd pleaser is a standout wherever it goes.

Photographs by Hal Thoms In issue #30 of the VCT Magazine we shared the before photos of this rare find. The restoration of the fiberglass body proved to be extremely difficult. The fiberglass had black mold throughout that had to be removed. The ceiling was buckling and had to be completely replaced. Once those repairs were made, getting the trailer to line up correctly was another challenge. Flyte Camp only had an empty shell to work off of, so they were recreating the interior with their flare based on vintage photos. Anna wanted to highlight the design-forward window lines so the cabinetry was customized to expose them more than they were in the original design of the trailer.

The Geo comes fully equipped with a solar/inverter battery system to keep you off the grid indefinitely. It has 4, 6-volt AGM batteries, and a portable solar panel from ZAMP. An on demand hot water heater is the only way to go for long showers. Accent LED lighting in, above and below the black

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walnut cabinets. A full surround sound, DVD player and TV add a home theater element to this luxury build. The HVAC system is climate controlled, with the heating and a/c unit tastefully hidden under the front couch, and ducted throughout the trailer. Custom Axalta paint with pin-striping by Kurt Silva, and Diamond Back whitewall radials finish off the exterior with the same level of quality found in the interior.

Chuck Pelly, the original designer of the coach, attended the Modernism Show in Palm Springs and saw the finished Geographic there for the first time! He also designed the Scarab race car and went on to found the BMW group.

Production of this, the Model X trailer, was certainly in the beginning stages when it was built in 1962. There were a lot of areas that needed to be improved upon. Flyte Camps hope is that they were able to recreate the trailer that Holiday House was hoping to ultimately manufacture back in the 1960's.

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The Birth of a

Tin Can Tourists Event Vintage Trailerites Unite! If you want to attend a rally, or maybe even host one, The Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine, The Tin Can Tourists, and many others, welcome you and are willing to help you put on your rally or event!

The birth of a TCT event comes about in a few different ways: phone calls, a train ride with a random stranger, emails, and members’ sense of adventure.

Forrest Bone, Royal Chief of the Tin Can Tourists, called me one night and said, “Hey you are on the East Side, Port Crescent State Park?” The park called Bone wanting to start a vintage trailer show. “Are you close? Can you help?”

the event back on track! This is our 7th Year at Port Sanilac.

Then, emails came, asking for us to participate in the Ferndale Retrofest during the Woodward Dream Cruise.

I replied, “I’m 180 miles away, but sure, I can help!”

Bone exclaimed, “Great thanks, here’s the number, let me know if you need anything.” That is how it began, and this is our 10th Year at Port Crescent State Park!

There are great stories to tell from those two years. We had a good time, but there were too many challenges.

Sometimes these events are trials by fire, and turn out something that looks like an episode of Survivor. They make for interesting stories, but the events are not always the perfect match for every venue.

A different event happened when I was riding back from Chicago on the train. A lovely lady named Rita asked if she could sit next to me. It turned out Rita was on a committee that hosted a few Tin Canners at the Port Sanilac, Michigan’s Annual Antique Boat Show, Tin Canners have a unique the prior year. The event did not go well blend of adventure, flexibility and the first time they tried it. We finished engaging personalities. From these our five hour train ride with a candid characteristics, other TCT events have discussion, and some planning – getting come to be, such as “Urban” camping, 12 www.vintagecampertrailers.com

cross-country caravans, “pop-up” camping weekends and other meet and greets. Yes, we do get invited, but sometimes we have invited ourselves.

One will find both hospitality and a warm sense of welcome to be key part of any TCT event. Seasoned Tin Canners come ready to mix it up with both the first timers and old timers, plus members of the public during our Open Houses. One of our matriarchs – Dotty, when asked for her advice to the newbies said, “If you don’t have a [expletive] good time it’s your own [expletive] fault … we are all here to have a good time!”

Every event contributes to the history and lexicon of TCT. The Port Crescent event has grown from 13 trailers to over 100. Open House now averages 1,500 visitors – some of them traveling 3 or 4 hours. For the thumb area of Michigan, we make it into the news for the week.

The potluck dinners are legendary – both The Largest Camp Pot Luck Stir Fry, and The Crockpot Pot Luck (57 crockpots filled with home cooking).

Additional entries into the lexicon include “Chapel Voices” after 11:00 p.m., Sunset Events at the Beach, the worst tchotchke contest.

Photos and Article submitted by John Truitt

A “dress code” was started for dinner - which has morphed into themed weekends. In hopes of slowing down the TCT time warp which we experience on these weekends, we added “ish” to the times listed on the agenda.

But the best part of the past 10 years has been the collaboration with the Port Crescent park staff, who worked tirelessly with and for us, the visitors, and the local community, to make this a favored regional event.

Recipe for a

Successful Event Equal Parts - Stirred - Not Shaken Everyone arrives, departs and gets home safely Hospitality and Welcome Traditions (TCT has its Secret Rituals) Fun is defined by a healthy mix of creativity, quirkiness, silliness Friendships made and renewed

Above photos from TCT Port Crescent Rally in Port Austin,MI

The second one I coordinate - Port Sanilac, MI – is the camper part of The Vintage Antique Boat Show and Retro Fest. We set up camp at the marina and on the streets of this little town.

We are welcomed by the city officials and the visitors to the open house are very kind. We join the boaters at The Captains’ dinner and interact with the residents as we shop and dine around town. Camping at the marina offers beautiful views of the lake.

Last year saw a new camping experience in Wyandotte, MI. Joining the town’s Fall Fest - 3rd Friday Event - 20 campers and two motorhomes set up around a grassy lot in town.

This was our first Friday evening open house. As the sun set. our campers and their lighting took on a wonderful friendly glow. One member kept count with a clicker - 722 folks toured inside her camper. We ate group meals at the different restaurants, toured the Wyandotte Museum, Water Plant, local art galleries and allowed free reign shopping. Evening campfires brought more visitors and trailer tours on Saturday.

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V i n t a g e Tr a i l e r MUSEUMS The Katkowsky’s Vintage Trailer Museum does not charge to visit. Instead they ask that each group or club that enjoys the museum makes a donation to Habitat for Humanity.

Photographs by Steven Katkowsky

The popularity of camping in the United States continues to grow. Last year there were over half a million RVs shipped in the US according to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association website. (www.rvia.org) 2017 was the eighth year in a row the industry increased in sales. Americans are fascinated with camping and exploring. The evidence for this is in the trailer museums around the US.

Steven Katkowsky’s Vintage Trailer Museum located near Santa Cruz, CA is a hidden gem. The personal collection of Steven and his wife Jenay is open for groups to come and explore by appointment only. The Katkowskys have an extensive collection of trailers, automobiles, camping gear and memorabilia on display. Their museum is a great destination for car clubs. Not only is the drive to the museum

Steven Katkowsky's Museum Before

A Model A to a Cadillac and a boat trailer are just a few of the vehicles and trailers among all of the memorabilia.

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breathtaking as you travel through the Redwoods, but the museum is chock full of great items dating from the 20’s into the 60’s.

The Katkowsky’s Vintage Trailer Museum does not charge to visit. Instead they ask that each group or club that enjoys the museum makes a donation to Habitat for Humanity.

Steven would like to personally extend an invitation to come and visit the museum, enjoy the Redwoods and support a great cause.

Steven can be reached at stevenkatkowsky@gmail.com

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Mid Century A build by the publishers of the Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine Paul and Caroline Lacitinola, along with their children, Angelo and Grace, are full time vintage trailer enthusiast.

Though not on the road full time, they eat, sleep and breathe the vintage trailer lifestyle. To add to this already all consuming passion, Paul had a vision to own a mobile

museum. In the spring of 2017, he mentioned to Justin Scribner of Flyte Camp, that he was looking for a Spartan to build into a museum. Justin happened to have the trailer he was looking for so Angelo and Paul took a day trip to Bend, OR to retrieve the 28ft 1955 Spartan Manor.

The cabinets and trim are original but everything else is new.

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MOBILE

MUSEUM

The Spartan had been completely gutted but all of the cabinets and trim had been saved and were inside of the trailer. The build took about six months of work. John Green and Paul did most of the work on the Spartan, but the project would not have been completed without the help they received from Tim and Linda Brown. The trailer received all new FORBO marmoleum flooring, a Wilsonart laminated bathroom, Dometic toilet and a low profile Dometic Penguin air conditioner, blinds from Blinds.com and a Parallax Power supply unit. All of the paneling inside,

the Styrofoam insulation as well as all of the electrical and plumbing are new.

The Mid Century Mobile Museum has already been on the road. It was debuted at the Eugene Boat and Sportsman Show in Eugene, OR in February of 2018. The design of the Mobile Museum allows the Lacitinolas to both work and camp. The Spartan contains a large display area as well as a desk, a pull out double bed, hidden flat screen tv, bathtub, shower and toilet. It is both luxurious and vintage!

The original layout does not currently have the original stand-up stove or a full size refrigerator (to allow for more space for displaying vintage camping gear.) The original floor plan can easily be outfitted with these items if desired. The additions of holding tanks and 12v lighting make this vintage aluminum BETTER than it was originally!

Polished on the bottom half and left bare aluminum on the top, the Spartan is a real eye catcher. It will be on display at several rallies this coming camping season.

You can see the museum displayed at the Pismo Beach, California Rally in

This display wall of water jugs is one of the few liberties we took with the original floor-plan.

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May, the Buellton California Trailer Bash in September and the Trailerfest Rally in Lodi, California also in September.

(Rally info at the back of this magazine.) If you are interested in having the Mid Century Mobile Museum at

your event, let the Lacitinolas know. They are on the road more and more as they continue to preach the gospel of vintage camper trailers and share their love for old aluminum through the Vintage Camper Trailer Magazine.

This 1955 Spartan Manor is a mid-century mobile museum featuring over 100 water jugs, ice chests and thermoses from the 1940's through the 1960's. Sprinkled in to the display are lanterns and stoves and other camping related gear from the era.

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MUSEUMS

aCROSS the USA! RV Hall of Fame Elkhart, Indiana The Murphy Auto Museum Oxnard, California The Jack Sizemore RV Museum Amarillo, Texas Volo Auto Museum Volo, Illinois

Quality components from our partner brands made this old trailer new again.

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One-of-a-Kind Home Built Creations Sometime in the late 1940's, Nathan A. (Bud) Gilbert and his friend built two tent trailers.

It is believed they were constructed from plans in a Popular Mechanics Magazine.

Story and Photographs shared by Russ Blair

Finding original trailers is always amazing.

Finding original trailers with a known history is a bonus.

Recently we met Russ Blair who shared his family’s story about their 1947 home built tent trailer. The story goes that sometime between 1947 and 1950 Russ’s Great Uncle Nathan A. (Bud) Gilbert and his friend in Whittier, California built two tent trailers. His friend built a slightly larger version after they completed Bud’s tent trailer. It is believed to have been constructed by following plans that were in a Popular Mechanics type magazine but the family has been unable to confirm that. Many of the parts were military surplus (aluminum, snaps for the canvas, etc.). It is equipped with vacuum brakes, although they have never been used. It was made with an ice box and a dry-goods cabinet that are accessible from the interior and exterior. It also has numerous drawers and cabinets inside. It has a sink, a butane stove, and a removable folding table. Many of the original camping, cooking, and eating utensils are still inside and are used along with the trailer.

The canvas and mattresses are also original.

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Buttoned up to travel, this family has camped in this home built tent trailer for decades.

The trailer was given to Russ’s parents, Nolan and Carol Lee Blair, in the early 1960s and was used every year by his family as he was growing up. It was last used by them in 1978 and then stored until the early 1990s when it was used for a few years before once again going back into storage.

The family started regularly using the trailer again in 2000, when it was resurrected by Lisa and Kirk Ramos, Nolan and

Carol’s daughter and on-in-law. It has been used almost annually since then. It is destined to be passed on to Lisa and Kirk’s youngest daughter, Ava, who will carry on the tradition.

The entire family has many fond memories of camping in it while growing up. Four generations have used it so far and the family hopes it will continue to be used for many more generations to come.

See the original family travel photos on the next page...

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1972 TORONADO RV

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Chick Magnet Paul Lacitinola, the publisher of Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine, is often asked how he finds vintage camper trailers. Paul’s answer is always the same; “take a different route home and look in back yards!” That is exactly how he found “The Chick Magnet!”

Driving through Yuba City, CA, Paul spotted an interesting RV roof line.

Never one to pass on he possibility of finding something interesting, Paul got out and started poking around to see what was behind the fence. The son of the property owner saw Paul taking a look and came over to see what in the world this crazy fella was doing in his parent’s yard. After some exacting questions, Bryan , the owners son, realized Paul wasn’t trying to rob his parents.

At the time of the initial contact, the family was not ready to sell the RV, but Paul gave them his number and let them know he was interested in telling their story in the Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine and possibly buying it if they decided to sell. Six months later, the call came. Due to some life changes, he time had come to sell the Toronado.

The 1972 Toronado is a one of a kind, homebuilt RV. In 1979 Wendell and Helen Cook took 8 months, a 1972 Toronado Oldsmobile car and $18,000 to build their own RV. Wendell had an “outdoor childhood” camping, hunting and fishing. While raising his three

boys, he wanted to share that lifestyle with them. The idea of traveling in a self-contained vehicle started Wendell’s journey to design, engineer and fabricate his dream RV. Wendell grew up on a farm in an era that required ingenuity and grit. Running to

Paul Lacitinola with Helen and Wendell Cook Yuba City, California - March, 2018 town to buy what was needed wasn’t an option, so he learned how to create and build. He learned the lesson well. At 89 years young, Wendell was as sharp as a tack as he relayed how he created his very own RV. After the chassis was complete, Wendell

used a milk carton to sit on while he drove it down to the local muffler shop where he bought the exhaust tubing he used to frame the Toronado. On his way, he would pass the local sheriff who would wag his finger at him and shake his head! Bryan chimed in that his dad would also pass the high school and his buddies would be sure to point out his dad driving by on an open framed RV chassis. The MEMORIES! While visiting with Wendell about his RV he started a story with; “When I was in prison…” His son, Bryan just grinned. The story continued that Wendell would take the RV and live in it while he worked for the CA Youth Authority as a contractor doing renovations and new construction with the incarcerated youth. Helen would often join him there and said that the RV was always comfortable and it seemed like a vacation to her because it wasn’t much to keep clean!

The last 38 years have seen grand adventures for the Cooks. have traveled over 80,000 miles Toronado and have collected

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Wendell's custom license plate is "I BILT" 1972 Tornado Oldsmobile chassis and motor Front Wheel Drive Sub Frame – 2x2 Steel Square Tubing Walls and Roof Framing – 1 ½ inch steel exhaust pipe tubing Exterior Siding Aircraft Aluminum Windshield – Transtar II International Truck Front Grill – 1978 Ford Pickup Front and Rear Bumper – Chevrolet Pickup Extended Wheels – Chevrolet Pickup marvelous memories. Wendell bragged that he drove all the way from Yuba City, CA to Palm Springs, CA without fueling up! When he built the RV he designed it to run on both gas and propane just by flipping a switch.

While getting up to speed or climbing hills, Wendell used gas. When he hit a flat stretch, he would switch to propane. No stopping required on their 530 mile trip!

In the sharing of stories, it was relayed to Paul that Wendell was nicknamed “Chick” following a bout with the chicken pox. The Toronado is beautiful and definitely gets some looks traveling down the freeway. With its “magnetic” personality, it was dubbed the “Chick Magnet”, by Paul, in honor of Wendell.

Paul is honored that the Cook family has passed on their family treasure to him to share its story and get it back on the road.

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Submitted by Matt Gaudio, Elote Trailer, www.pinkwidowdistribution.com

The Naturals Car Club and Sentinels SoCal were prospecting for a spot to meet up halfway between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, they struck gold (well silver) at Calico Ghost Town outside Barstow.

The Axle Draggers and Elote Trailer crews also hit the road for the meet-up a few miles off the old Route 66, at this historic destination - the Kustom Kampout saga began. Hope to see you next year: Vintage Trailers, Classic Cars and the Ballad of Calico!

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S PA R TA N T R A I L E R S Equal Beauty To this day, Spartan trailers equal beauty in design, comfort, and quality.

Story and Photographs by Richard Cook Until I recently became a vintage trailerite, I didn’t know about Spartan trailers. Being a long-time pilot and vintage aircraft admirer, however, I’ve known about Spartan Executive airplanes for decades. These sleek, highly-polished, propellor-driven aircraft were the Learjets of their day when the Spartan Aircraft Company manufactured them during the late-1930s. During the Second World War, Spartan turned its attention to military aircraft, expanding its workforce and production facilities to help with the war effort, thus pushing the Executive to the sideline.

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By war’s end, the Executive was old technology, so Spartan developed a line of travel trailers to keep their production plants open and workers employed. Utilizing the same monocoque technology used on the Executive, Spartan trailers were manufactured using lightweight aluminum ribs covered by stressed aluminum skins, creating an art deco exterior and cavernous interior. Much too expensive to build and extremely expensive to buy, the company closed its doors in 1962, selling its name to the Spartan School of Aeronautics (later changed to Spartan College of Aeronautics

and Technology, which still trains pilots, aircraft mechanics, and aviation electronics technicians in Tulsa,OK).

To this day, Spartan trailers equal beauty in design, comfort, and quality. Many are showing up at vintage trailer rallies around the country and almost always in pristine condition, such as the 1953 Spartan Imperial Mansion owned by Walter and Gloria Sams of Colbert, GA, a double-ender which won “Fan Favorite� at the Southern Vintage Trailer Friends 2017 Groovy Beach Bash in Jekyll Island, GA. This frame-up restoration also made an appearance at the 2017 Gathering Of The Times Vintage Trailer Rally in Pine Mountain, GA. Although decorated with correct period furnishings and appliances, this Spartan also has modern conveniences smartly hidden out of sight (microwave, flat-screen tv, etc.), making it a true home away from home (...which brings us to the story behind the story).

Above and on facing page: 1953 Spartan Imperial Mansion owned by Walter and Gloria Sams of Colbert, GA.

Below: 1954 Spartan Mansion owned by Steve Allen and Doug Bachman of Wilton Manors, FL.

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Before Gloria Sams was born, her parents became first-time home buyers when they purchased a new Spartanette. Soon Gloria was born, followed shortly thereafter by her brother. Because the Spartanette was too small for a family of four, Gloria’s parents traded up for a Spartan Imperial Mansion (...exactly like the one she and Walter restored for their empty-nester years). Gloria lived a happy childhood in her parents’ Imperial Mansion until the age of twelve. In fact, she displays photographs from that childhood in the entranceway of her restored Imperial Mansion (...which is configured to sleep only two people to make it a true empty-nester’s home away from home).

Another gorgeous restoration is the 1954 Spartan Mansion owned by Steve Allen and Doug Bachman of Wilton Manors, FL, which made an appearance at the Tin Can Tourists 11th Annual Unity Settlement Gathering & Show in Estero, FL in November 2017. Steve and Doug owned a trail-

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er park in Florida, which they sold in 2003. In 2002, when one of their tenants got several months behind in rent, the tenant offered them a deal they couldn’t pass up. In exchange for wiping out the $750 debt owed for three months back rent on the lot, plus giving the tenant $500, the tenant signed his

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already watched this 1954 film, do so soon for a hilarious evening. It features vintage travel trailers and trailer parks in the 1950s.

Not all vintage Spartans are restored.

While attending a TCT event recently, a local resident mentioned an abandoned Spartan about two miles away from the campground. After hunting down and investigating the status of the trailer, it turned out to be a 1956 Imperial Mansion park model that had been sitting on the property since the early-1960s and unused for the past two decades. The exterior seemed to be in good condition, but curtains prevented an interior inspection. The trailer was not for sale. Still, it’s nice to dream about finding, restoring, and living in a beauty such as a Spartan!

When Brandon Morrison was approached by Grace’s daughter in the fall of 2015, the craftsmanship of Glennis was still evident. The Redwood Gum plywood gave the cabinet doors a two tone effect and the Douglas Fir plywood walls were as rare as the Tam

herself. Seeing past the condition of the back wall, which had been left to the elements, we purchased the Tam, which is 20 foot long with a single axel, from Brandon in the spring of 2016 – as he regretfully lacked the facility to restore her.

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Celotex and insulation. Thankfully the termites favored the siding for meals and our work revealed a solid, wellbuilt trailer! For additional strength, we replaced the perimeter of the original wood frame (below the exterior walls) with angle iron. A new axle has been fitted, upgrading the brakes to electric.

The interior walls have been insulated (Prodex), sanded, and finished using the French Polish method (Pratt & Lambert #38 varnish).

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We were lucky to find original tiles from the era to replace the flooring. The Click Clack sofa has been restored and reupholstered with period correct fabric. Unfortunately the steel Marvel windows were beyond repair and have been replaced with 1950s aluminum ones, which are framed by curtains made from reproduction fabric. The original pocket screen door and lighting fixtures remain – where the latter benefits from new breakers and wiring.

To prevent history from repeating itself, aluminum has been instated in lieu of the not so weather proof Celotex siding and canvas roof that Glennis chose.

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BEFORE THEY WERE VINTAGE

1946 Curtis Wright Model 1 The 16' trailer was purchased new by Ken and Elaine Hunter of Manhattan Beach, CA. They and their three children camped extensively in it and their daughter, Barb kept it all these years .

Ken had the kids use a bicycle pump and a ten gallon water tank to cool their 1949 Ford flathead as it towed up the Grapevine and other narrow grades of the day.

While returning from Minnesota, and after breakfast with ranch friends near Pocatello, ID, they were making a (unusual for them) nighttime sprint for home down US 91 (now I-15). Their 1961 Ford Galaxie hit a bull South of 36

St George, UT and jackknifed with a fin gashing the front of CW #429. Both tipped on their sides. The bull ambled into the desert and none of the family were hurt. They righted the Galaxie and headed for a motel, leaving CW #429 by the road. The next morning a tow truck righted the accident.

The Hunters were able to tow it home and then to their land in Oak Grove, CA (San Diego Cty), just off Old Truck Trail Road. It rested from August of 1961; the same month Barak Obama was born, the Berlin Wall was built, “Tossin’ and Turnin” by Bobby Lewis was the #1 song, Kennedy was presi-

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dent, “Route 66” was on TV and “The Parent Trap” at the theaters. It was there until November of 2016.

The wreck knocked off the curbside cabinets, tweaked the frame, bowed the streetside wall and bent various corners, Maple syrup sprayed everywhere, the title was lost. CW #429 became storage for Ken’s workshop and a home for generations of mice.

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Retro Diners and

By: Heffron’s A Moment In Time Retro Design Over the years we’ve had the privilege of working with some great restaurants and diners across the country and throughout the world. In fact we often have RV customers ask us about the locations they see in our photo gallery. While it would be impossible to list them all, we thought it would be fun to mention some of our favorite destinations worth visiting on your next road trip.

(C) Chatham Filling Station - Chatham, MA (photo ottom left) Website: www.chathamfillingstation.com The Chatham Filling Station is known for serving some of the best breakfast in Chatham, MA. In fact the Cape Code Times called their “filling station sandwich” phenomenal. Inside you’ll find a great atmosphere filled with vintage memorabilia from the era of roadside diners.

(D) Fizz Soda Fountain – Red Bank, NJ Facebook: www.facebook.com/FizzSodaFountainRB/

(A) Anthony’s Food Shop – York, ME Website: www.anthonysfoodshop.com Anthony’s Food Shop has been around since 1989 and they do it all. They have a wood-stone fire-deck pizza oven, fully equipped scratch bakery, café, and coffee roasting facility. They’ve become one of the most iconic establishments on the seacoast.

The Fizz Soda Fountain is a 50’s inspired retro restaurant that wanted to be as authentic to the 1950s as possible. The location features turquoise stools at a counter trimmed in metal banding, along with a restored 1940 Weber Soda Fountain. They serve Pat LaFrieda original blend burgers, sundaes and floats featuring Nastos ice cream and more.

(E) Joe’s Italian Ice - Cocoa Anaheim, CA Website: www.joesice.com

(B) The Candy Bank - Mandeville, LA (photo above) Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheCandyBank/ The Candy Bank is a nostalgic candy store featuring a gazillion different candies, an out-of-this world ice cream parlor and a large variety of homemade fudge in Old Mandeville near New Orleans. They also host birthday parties, which sounds like a child’s dream come true!

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There’s no guess work when it comes to what Joe’s specializes in. They aren’t shy about telling you they have the best Italian Ice on the planet. All recipes are created in house and sold exclusively at Joe’s. If Italian Ice isn’t your thing they also offer ice cream and lattes. If you are visiting California, this is a place worth making the trip for.

(F) Kentucky Downs - Franklin, KY Website: www.kentuckydowns.com

(C) Chatham Filling Station

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The next time you’re visiting the Kentucky Downs, don’t forget to visit their all new Lucky 7s Diner. The diner is conveniently located right next to the gaming floor. With a classic 1950s diner vibe, it’s the perfect place for a juicy burger, milkshake, all-day breakfast, and much more.

and satisfied! Try our signature "Smashed Burger", or Velvet hand-dipped ice cream and Shakes. (See photos below) (L) The Sunliner Diner – Gulf Shores, Alabama The Sunliner Diner is turning back the hands of time – to the 1950s. Where family and friends can connect over hamburgers and cherry pie, listen to rock-n-roll and even take a spin down Beach Road in one of the classic Sunliner convertibles available to rent in front of the restaurant.

(G) Roxberry Juice - Spanish Fork, UT Website: www.roxberryjuice.com At Roxberry you’ll find some of the best quality Smoothies, Healthy Bowls and Fresh Pressed Juices available. You’ll also have the peace of knowing that they have your health in mind. That’s because they don’t believe in syrups, purees, powders and potions. Instead Roxberry uses real fruit and real vegetables.

(H) Shorty’s – Hamilton, Ontario Website: www.shortyspizza.ca If you’re in Canada and looking for some great NYC/Brooklyn style pizza than be sure to check out Shorty’s. They plan to be opening around June so if you happen to be in the area when they open, tell them that Heffrons.com sent you.

Use this guide to plan your next trip. The hardest part was narrowing down our list and trying not to leave anyone out.

To check out more locations or to purchase some retro furniture of your own, visit our website: www.heffrons.com or give our office a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

(I) The Downtown Diner - Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta Website: www.facebook.com/The-Downtown-Diner-529097580475199/ The Downtown Diner has been a huge hit in Alberta, Canada. In fact, they are currently in the process of moving to a bigger location in June. While they wait, they remain in their current location but under a new name: The Ol’Town Burger Company. The concept is to feature ten different burgers and five different sides. A fun idea while they wait to reopen.

(J) The Duce - Phoenix, AZ Website: www.theducephx.com Slide open the vintage steel doors and you’ll ask yourself, “where the heck am I?” The Duce is a one of a kind location that features great food, music, games and even a boxing ring. The Duce has even been featured on ESPN’s Mike & Mike in the Morning and the TV show “Diners, Driveins and Dives” with Guy Fieri.

(K) The Joint – Mt Vernon, Ohio Website: www.thejointmv.com A new twist on the old 50s-style diner. Modern flair and an updated menu that respects the past but gives the new kids a chance to shine. You'll fall in love with the environment way before you get to the food. We like to be the best. The best food, the best service, and the best location in town!

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TCT continued from page 13 If you are thinking of hosting an event, connecting TCT to another event, or get that late night phone call from Forrest - don’t be intimidated. There is much support from the Bone family, other hosts, and the members themselves.

Do you really like an event you attend? Reach out to the hosts and offer to help. TCT events are blessed with a core group of volunteers who contribute greatly to the success of each event!

Thank you Forrest for that phone call! Rita for that train ride! Hosting events has brought me great joy and many friendships. What lies waiting for us for the 100th Anniversary of TCT in 2019? Join us and find out!

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EARL continued from page 9 Could it be the only one left?

Steve has completely restored the trailer. Keeping the exterior original while updating the interior with modern conveniences with a period-correct feel.

He switched out the original ice box for a 1969 Swedish refrigerator that runs on electricity, added electrical receptacles and even installed a hidden stereo and speakers.

Lora Stuck is a model from Olney, Illinois. She models many different genres but particularly loves vintage

photo shoots. You can say that Lora has “caught the vintage bug!” She enjoys participating in Pinup contests, and is intrigued by the style and nostalgia of everything vintage! Lora met Steven Folsom, Earls’s owner, at the 3rd Annual Southeastern Illinois Vintage

Trailer Rally at Red Hills State Park in Sumner, IL. She walked around the park and took pictures with several of the vintage camper trailers that were on display.

“Steven’s camper really stood out to me.” Lora said. “It had a particularly interesting back story.”

After discussing it with Steven, Lora decided to set up a photo shoot with his camper at one of her favorite campsites, Taylor Lake Campground in Olney, IL. Lora shared with us: “I feel truly honored to have had the opportunity to take pictures with this rare vintage gem!”

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US A Rally Calendar We do our best to confirm all events before press but plans do change. Make sure and call to confirm.

Many times rallies have an open house on Saturday to view the trailers. Call to confirm the rally is open to the public if not stated.

Listing your rally on this calendar is FREE, just let us know in advance. We also offer cheap display ad rates for rallies if you want your event to stand out. Paid ads include a listing on our website and Facebook page events calendar.

May 3-6, 2018 Chula Vista, CA 5th ANNUAL CINDY ROSS’ VINTAGE TRAILER. RALLY, Chula Vista RV Resort, 480 Sandpiper Way, Pre-registration & payment required. Cowboys and Indians themed good time, fun stuff, prizes, and more. Barbara Shields @ 951 672 2366 or Barbarashields@aol.com.

May 3-6, 2018 Lodi, CA Trailerfest Back to the 1960’s Rally. Yogi Bear Jellystone Tower Park. Over 200 vintage trailers!

Open House, open to the public, Saturday 10 am to 2pm. www.trailerfestrally.com.

May 3-6, 2018 Walnut Grove, CA Snug Harbor Campout. 3356 Snug Harbor Drive, Not an organized rally. Vintage trailer not required No Open House. Kathy Forney bygoneshop@aol. com 925-978-6989 May 17-20, 2018 Pismo Beach, CA

May 17 – 21, 2018 Daytona Beach, FL VAC Region 3 Southeast Rally and Florida Airstream Club Rally, International RV Park and Campground. www.vintageairstreamclub.com/ events. No need to call the campground. Full hookup is $45 per night including tax. Rally fee is $20 per person and will be collected upon arrival.

Hosts are Larry and Linda Scovotto, VAC Region 3 Representatives. vacregion3@vintageairstreamclub.com or call (386) 405-0160.

May 18-20, 2018 Bodega Bay, CA Bodega Bay Vintage Trailer Rally, 2001 Highway 1, Bodega Bay, CA. Potluck chowder cook off Friday evening. Saturday breakfast and open house 10-2. Saturday is the non host cocktail party, get them drinks ready, followed by a tri-tip dinner (you supply the sides) and don't forget about your kite making!!! Open House: Saturday May 19, 2018.

10-2 pm. Robin Gutierres Kristinagutierres@sbcglobal.net 510 604 3117 May 17-20, 2018 Manchester, CA Trailers by the Sea, 44300 Kinney Rd, Manchester, CA 95459. Vintage Trailer Campout, Pot Luck, Contact Yolanda at Manchester Beach KOA. (707) 882-2375 to get a space. No open house. Andy and Rosa Sanchez (707) 228-9441 or (707) 2289444 kenhair02@gmail.com

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May 19, 2018 North Pole, AK Cruis'n With Santa 101 St Nicholas Dr, North Pole, AK 99705. Celebrate the start of the summer season at the Cruis'n with Santa car show, hosted by the North Pole Lions Club. Cruis'n with Santa is also home to the 3rd Annual North Pole Pin-Up Pageant. There will be cars, trailers, vendors, pinup girls, music, entertainment, raffles, burnouts, and yes...you can even visit Santa's reindeer! Proceeds will go towards the NP Lions Eyeglasses Recycling & Vision Center! May 19th, 11AM-5PM. Entrance fee $2/adult. Jessie Desmond jessiedesmond@rocketmail.com (907) 987-0671 May 19th - 20th 2018 Fullerton, CA Muckenthaler Motor Car Festival 1201 W. Malvern Ave. Fullerton, CA 92833. A beautiful Concourse de Elegance event laid out on the eight rolling treelined acres of the Muckenthaler Cultural Center.

Featuring exquisite motor cars, vintage travel trailers and motorcycles, hot rods, and customs. Open House: Admission Fee - Saturday - $5.00 Sunday $10.00. Tom McDonnell carshow@themuck.org 866-411-1212 May 17-20, 2017 Bozeman, MT RALLY AT THE HOT SPRINGS. At Bozeman Hot Springs Campground and RV Park 81123 Gallatin Rd, Bozeman, MT 59718 406-5873030 for reservations. Contact Kelly Boldy at 707738-8607 or giggler664@yahoo.com May 25th - 28th, 2018 Canon City, CO FAC Kick Off To Summer Gathering at the Royal Gorge KOA, Canon City, CO. Friendly Average Campers of Colorado are celebrating camping season with our Annual Kick Off To Summer Gathering. Please contact campground directly to reserve. A Vintage Trailer is NOT required. The KOA has cabins available for rent, also. Royal Gorge KOA. 559 County Road 3A. Canon City, Colorado 81212 https://koa.com/campgrounds/ royal-gorge/ 800-562-5689 May 29 - June 3 2018 Jackson Center, OH Alumapalooza® is an annual event held at the Airstream, Inc. factory. Produced with the support of Airstream, Inc., Airstream Life magazine, and other sponsors, it is five days of Airstream fun. www.

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May 31, 2018 Pine Mountain,GA Vintage campers and glampers vintage camper rally. 8804 Hamilton Road,Pine Mountain,Ga. 31822. Open to all campers 30 years and older, the exceptions will be the Shasta reissue, the Scotty reissue and the white water Retro. All others will be on a case by case basis and can camp next door in the Daylilly section. There is a non-refundable $10 entry fee to join the rally to be paid to me via Paypal. Make reservation first at Pine Mountain RV resort in Pine Mountain,Ga, 1-706663-4329 open 7 days a week! Then contact me with your site number and send me $10 entry fee.

This should be a great time as we have the entire Azalea section ,it's over 100 camp sites! It should be a great time and the focus is on seeing some great vintage campers and meeting some great people! Wayne Parducci wparducci@aol.com 334-201-4811 June 1-4, 2018 Cheyenne, WY The Ranch is a Wyo.” Disney Land”,activities for all ages. Go to web site to get full spectrum. More than bison,trains and camels. When making reservation, notify you're with TCT,vintage or modern and head count for optional buffalo dinner on Saturday pre-evening $15.00 adult (cash). Bring your own plate,cup,roller napkins,etc. Dinner is paid correct cash,(dollar close), at TCT H.Q. on check in at Space A-1. Rally fee of $20.00 per space.

Open to non TCT folks. CUT OFF RESERVATION DATE; MAY 30th . After the 30th spaces will still be available as close to Rally as possible. Friday;show up,sign up,set up. Pre-sunset pot luck,meet and greet,settle in. Saturday; Open House 10 am to 5 pm. Flea market items encouraged,bring your unwanted vintage goodies. Saturday evening. Buffalo dinner, bon-fire, (if permitted). Meeting to get input and suggestions for next rally. Plan something for Sunday morning. The dry camp area will be the meeting area. Porta toilets will be on site.

Plan is to set up dry camp spaces in a crescent shape,open end facing North. The vintage tractor folks will be joining us on Sat. Also working on the local vintage auto group. Orbie 434-730-3840, wattmungall@gmail.com June 1 - 3 2018 Cape May Court House, NJ Jersey Shore Wings Vintage Trailer Rally. 1917 Route 9 N Campe May Court House, NJ 08210.

Fun filled weekend of camaraderie with fellow Vintage Camper enthusiasts. Vintage car show, Discounted site rental and more. Marlene Catanoso avaloncmpg@gmail.com 609-624-0075

June 7-10, 2018 Sandusky, OH Scottys at Sandusky. Camp Sandusky 3518 Tiffin Avenue, Sandusky, Ohio 44870 A gathering of Serro Scotty trailers on Lake Erie. No Open House. Sara Nicholls saranicholls@yahoo.com 602-708-4127 June 8-10, 2018 Weston, CO Stonewall Friendly Average Campers of Colorado Rally. Our 2nd gathering at the Stonewall Lodge and RV Resort in beautiful Weston, CO. Contact campground directly to reserve (be sure to mention FAC). A Vintage Trailer is NOT required. 6673 State Highway 12 Weston, Colorado 81091 http:// www.stonewalllodge.com 719-868-2294

June 8-9, 2018 Medical Lake, WA Glamping on the Farmstead, 15109 W Thorpe Rd. A rustic country vintage trailer show and rally.

A judged show open for free public viewing of all refurbished and decorated camp trailers 1978 and older. Dry camping Friday Night in a family friendly inclusive, Christian atmosphere in the countryside, close to Spokane. Small vintage and craft market nearby, vendor spaces available. Willow Creek Retreat is a private nature retreat situated on a farmstead on the West Plains of Spokane County, conveniently located 5 minutes from the Spokane International Airport.. Situated on 20 acres with abundant trees and a year round creek. Open House 4-8 Fri., 9-3 Sat. Rachael Swanson creativeedgemarketing@gmail.com (509) 218-6519

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June 7-10, 2018 (Corrected date) Big Bear, CA Trailer Rally at the beautiful Lighthouse Resort on the north shore Big Bear Lake. We will have potlucks as well as an outdoor movie night under the mountain sky. Every spot is full hook ups, $40/ night. Max or Lori at the Lighthouse Resort www. bigbearlighthouseresort.com 909.866.9464 June 15-17, 2018 Virginia City, NV Step Back In Time. 355 F St Virginia City, NV 89440. Step back in time vintage trailer rally. June 15 through the 17th 2018 in Virginia City Nevada.

Join us for a fun filled weekend! Cocktail party Friday night, potluck Saturday night. Open house Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM. To make a reservation contact Virginia City RV Park @ 775-849-0999.

Open House Saturday 10-2:00pm. Wes Crites.

Loyds_pss@sbcglobal.net 775-813-7960 June 17-20, 2018 Bend, OR BEND CLASSIC RALLY, 25th Anniversary VAC Rally. J Bar J Youth Ranch at 62895 Hanby Road, Bend, OR 97701. Fees are $25 per night the proceeds of which go to the Youth Ranch, a 501c3.

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June 20-23, 2018 Brooks, OR 2018 Vintage Airstream Club Rendezvous, Vacation in Oregon! If you have a vintage Airstream, Argosy, Byam Holiday or Curtis Wright please join us at Powerland Heritage Park. Contact VAC 1VP Dave Morrison at 1vp@vintageairstreamclub.com June 22-24, 2018 Glenwood Springs, CO FAC @ Glenwood Canyon Resort. The beautiful Glenwood Canyon is calling to us! Please contact campground directly to reserve. A Vintage Trailer is NOT required. To reserve, please call Steve @ 970-945-6737 BE SURE TO MENTION FAC. Glenwood Canyon Resort. 1308 County Road 129 Glenwood Springs, CO. http://glenwoodcanyonresort.com

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July 13-15, 2018 Post Falls, ID Phuddy Duddy Cruisers Vintage Trailer Rally 4th Annual. 3263 E 12th Ave. Open Show FREE Dry Camping. Old Time Movies, Live Music, Swap Meet, Pot Luck. Check-in Friday 12 PM, Check out Sunday at 1:30 PM Open House to the Public Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM Linda Shinn omasgarden42@gmail.com 208-659-7285 July 13-15, 2018 Deadwood, SD FAC @ the Black Hills 2018! We had so much fun last year, we are trekking back up to the Black Hills in 2018. Please call the campground directly to reserve. Be sure to mention FAC - Friendly Average Campers of Colorado. A vintage trailer is NOT required. They also have cabins and RV’s for rent.

Fish N Fry Campground 21390 US Highway 385 Deadwood, South Dakota 57732 http://fishnfrycampground.com 605-578-2150 July 19-22, 2018 Elkhart, IN Silver Avion Fellowship (SAF) 25608 Co Rd 4, Elkhart, IN 46514. All Avions and Cayos manufactured from the mid-1950s through 1990 are welcome to participate in the Silver Avion Fellowship (SAF) Summer Rally. All stages and types of restoration are welcome. Children and pets are welcome. The rally fee will be $25 pp. The rally fee does include evening snacks, meals and morning coffee the same as last year. Your camping fee will be paid directly to Elkhart Campground at a reduced rate of $34 per night for two persons. All sites will be full hookup as in the past. The rally is very informal with few activities planned so you can visit with friends, explore Elkhart including the RV/MH Hall of Fame/Museum. Terry at Keyholeren@aol.com Terry Prentkowski/Bernie Stuckey &Deb, Andrew and Maddie O’Connell. No Open House. 317-258-8671 July 19-22, 2018 Brownsville, OR Rally On The River, tucked away in the beautiful town of Brownsville. This is an old fashion vintage trailer rally. Electricity available for all trailers.

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ment for adults. Microbrew and wine tasting on site Friday and Saturday. Music Saturday night along with a potluck. This is kid friendly, so we have a pie eating contest, corn shucking contest along with a kids bike parade. Cost is $35.00 per night. 2 nights minimum. Guarantee a good time! Space is limited so sign up as soon as possible. Make checks payable to Wade Long. (Please put rally registration on the check.) Mail to Wade Long 2495 Marcola Rd. SPRINGFIELD, Oregon. 97477. If you are bringing children or grandchildren, please let us know their ages. Also send us your email address so we can send you confirmation. Go to Vintage trailer rallies and events on Facebook for more on our event. You can contact me @ orenterprises@hotmail.com or call me with questions at 541-206-3572 ask for Wade Long July 20-22, 2018 Taylorsville, CA Trailersville Trailer Rally/Camping Taylorsville Campground. Next to the Indian Creek/River. This is a County campground with fire pits and water in various locations in campground, no electric.

Restrooms w/showers available. General store w/ Deli in town (great food and prices.). There is a private mine tour (bring flashlight), and a water turbine plant tour for the rally. Public swimming pool, tennis court, fishing, and more. Bring your water stuff and play on the river. Motorcycles, minibikes, or whatever you want to bring are allowed. Friday night meet & greet at the only local bar with special drink made for event. Potluck Saturday night in the campground. $14.00 per night (paid in advance).

Contact us if you need additional information or a reservation. Open House Saturday July 21st. Wes & Diana Crites loyds_pss@sbcglobal.net 775813-7960 July 20-22 2018 Minster, OH 3rd Annual MId-Summer Get Together. 4401 Ft. Loramie Swanders Road Minster, Ohio 45865.

Come Join Us for Fan Fun weekend for a causal gathering at Lake Loramie State Park in Minster Ohio 45865. We Will be Trying to fill-in Sites in one corner of park, sites 112-119 premium lakeside sites, sites 121-130 reg sites. But please feel free to choose any site. All attending will be responsible for making your own resv! http://parks.ohiod-

nr.gov/lakeloramie Park Office: (937) 295-2011, Camp Office: (937) 295-3900. Reservations (866) 644-6727, Randy Allen, magseven13@gmail. com, 423-542-8095 July 20-22, 2018 Tecumseh, Michigan Vintage Camper Competition. 9415 Tangent Road.

Our Vintage Camper Competition is free to join (camping required) with People's Choice judging to allow for a unique interactive competition. Show off what you've got while enjoying a family friendly vacation at Indian Creek Camp and Conference Center. Good Old American Classics will round out the weekend with tie-die t-shirts, Oldies Karaoke and more! Open House? 9am-8pm Saturday, $5/person to visit. Judging ends at 6pm. Angela Harris rdorman@tecumsehteamquest.com (517) 423-5659 July 21-28, 2018 Waves, NC 2018 NAFCAree. 24798 NC HWY 12, Waves,

North Carolina. The 2018 NAFCAree will be held at Camp Hatteras Campground in Waves, N. Carolina (the Outer Banks) from July 21 – 28, 2018.

Camp Hatteras is a world class RV resort in the middle of the Outer Banks (OBX). The campground sits on 50 acres with Oceanfront and Sound-front accommodations including RV and Tent Sites along with Park Model Rentals. Camp Hatteras Resort has been a family owned campground since 1991! INAFCA will be on the sound side of the road overlooking the Pamlico Sound.

We will have up to two camping loops and we will be all together. Mike DiMauro mikedimauro31784@aol.com, (305) 619-9585 August 2- 5, 2018 Grand Lake, CO 3rd Annual - Friendly Average Campers in Grand Lake, CO. Elk Creek Campground. Stunning Grand Lake is once again calling our name! Please call the campground directly to reserve. Be sure to mention FAC. A vintage trailer is NOT required.

We have sold out the entire campground, but they have started a wait list in case someone cancels.

Elk Creek Campground. 143 County Rd 48 (Golf Course Road) Grand Lake, Colorado 80447 http:// www.elkcreekcamp.com 970-627-8502 August 3-5, 2018 Livingston, MT 6th Annual Fiddlers Picnic Rally. Join us August 3-5, 2018 at the Old Mercier Ranch for the 6th annual Fiddlers Picnic Vintage Trailer Rally. This is dry camping on the bank of the Yellowstone Riv-

er on the South edge of Livingston Montana, the gateway to Yellowstone National Park. This is in the midst of a 500 picker jam that is over 40 years old. Bring your banjo! Social hour, potluck and pancake breakfast. $25 contribution to the Picnic covers it all. Dal Smilie dalsmilie@aol.com

August 7-12, 2018 Reno, NV Hot August Nights Vintage Trailer Revival returns to the park, trailer park that is!

Vintage trailers 1976 and older will be able to dry camp for the week long event.

Free spectator views/Open House from Wednesday, August 8th through Saturday, August 12th from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Registrants will be able to participate in a Show-n-Shine competition and receive 2 credentials to access all Hot August Nights venues. Trailers must be 1976 or older.

Register today to save your space. Cost: $250 for Classic Trailer and Non-HAN registered classic tow vehicle Cost: $300 for Classic Trailer and HAN Classic Car Combo.

More details at www.hotaugustnights.net/ vintage-trailer-revival August 9-12, 2018 Big Bear, CA If you’re a classic car enthusiast this is the Vintage Trailer Rally for you. Please join us at the Lighthouse Resort on the north shore of Big Bear Lake for the trailer rally This Rally coincides with the “Fun Run” car show in Big Bear. Saturday enjoy a front row seat at the Lighthouse Resort as 500 classic cars drive by in style. Max or Lori www.bigbearlighthouseresort.com 909.866.9464. Spaces are $40/night full hook ups.

August 18, 2018 Scotts Valley, CA Art, Wine, Beer, Car show and Vintage Trailer Festival!August 18th and 19th 2018- A Saturday and Sunday only event will be a one day "Cops and Rodders" car show. Registration fee:$50.00 includes T-Shirt and awards for 3 best trailer categories. Pre-1950's-1960's -1970's. Check in: Saturday the 18th at 8:00 am Trailers can remain until Sunday evening at 6:00 pm. Overnight stay is allowed, (dry camping on grass) but no fires, cooking or noise- just sleep-eez. For further details- Contact: amarshall@scottsvalleychamber. com or jaytopping@comcast.net August 17-19, 2018 Pocatello, ID Bannock County Blue Grass Festival TCT, open to all vintage trailer rally in at the County Fairgrounds. Non members welcomed. Fees are $15 per space(full hook up),per day.$35.festival charge. Cash only at check in. We will have an area reserved for us. Bring some leveling boards and shade.Open House is Sat.9-6. Go to www. bannockcountybluegrassfestival.com for more information. We had a great time last year kick'in back with great music. Orbie Mungall @ 1-435730-3840.

August 24-26, 2018 Denver, CO Denver Modernism Show. FAC Vintage Trailer Exhibit. Once again Friendly Average Campers will be exhibiting trailers at The Denver Modernism

Show! The show is Friday evening 8/24, all day Saturday 8/25, add day Sunday is the vintage car and trailer show. Purchase tickets at http://www. denvermodernism.com September 4-10, 2018 Lynden, WA Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally. NW Washington Fair & Event Center 1775 Front St Lynden, Washington 98264. 18th Annual Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally. Washington State's Largest Annual Vintage Trailer Rally held every year the weekend after Labor Day at the NW Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden, WA. The Dates are Sept 4-10, 2018 This is field camping with no assigned spots. You pay and register upon arrival. (Cash, check or credit card) Showers, restrooms and a RV dump station are on site. Power and water is abundant and available for most everyone with extension cords and water splitters. Cost is: $30 per night and one-time rally fee of $15. (Add 3% for credit card payments). All are welcome to attend.

Those trailers that aren't Vintage or "in The Spirit of Vintage" will just be asked to park in a designated section along the perimeter. Open House Saturday, September 8, 2018 12-4:00pm. René Perret DownRiver11@yahoo.com, 360-431-7311 September 6-9, 2018 Dolores, CO 4 Corners Vintage Trailer Campout.The Views RV Park, 24990 Co. RD. 184, Dolores, CO. 81323. A no frills, no fee, just for fun campout in the beautiful 4 Corners. The Views RV Park is located in the middle of everything! Mesa Verde is nearby, antiquing, fishing- both lake and stream, and visiting the high country of the Rocky Mountains are a few of the highlights of this area. No competition, no awards, only fellowship around the campfire. Full hook-ups with sparkling clean bathrooms. Make reservations with The Views RV Park on their website or call them at (970)749-6489. Looking forward to seeing your rig and making your acquaintance. Cheers! Open House: Saturday afternoon. Classic Campers of NM. Mark Camrud mjcamrud@yahoo.com (505) 360-0661.

September, 7-9, 2018 Grass Valley CA 19th Annual Cruisin' the Pines Car Show, Nevada County, CA. Presented by the Roamin' Angels and open to 1972 and older vehicles, including VINTAGE CAMPER TRAILERS and classic boats. for more info www.roaminangels.com or call Wally, 530-913-2933.

September 7-9, 2018 Winthrop, WA Wheel into Winthrop. 316 Castle Avenue. Vintage Trailer Enthusiast Extravaganza! A laid back gathering for folks who own vintage trailers. A great time to make new friends, show off your RV and Oooh and Ah over other folks' vintage RV's, Tractors, Motorcycles, Bicycles and collectible Automobiles. There will be an Auto Show including vintage Semis, Motorcycles, Tractors one block down & Parade of 120ish autos that come through our Campground on Saturday the 8th. Join the Party!

Open House Saturday from approx 11-2 only if you wish to join. Anna Kominak pinenearpark@gmail. com 509-341-4062

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September 7- 10, 2018 Red River, NM FAC @ Road Runner Resort in Red River, NM. Friendly Average Campers are heading south to New Mexico in September. Please call the resort to secure a reservation. Be sure to mention FAC. A vintage trailer is NOT required. Road Runner RV Resort, PO Box 588, Red River, NM 87558, http:// www.roadrunnerrv.info, 575-754-2286 September 14-16, 2018 Newport, OR South Beach Rollin’ Oldies Vintage Trailer Rally at South Beach State Park. Trailer Open House, Potlucks, Night Glow & more. This is a great coastal location where the Yaquina Bay meets the Pacific Ocean. Plenty of nearby activities, including bike paths, crabbing, fishing, Lighthouse tours, Oregon Coast Aquarium, antique shops & restaurants.

Priscilla LeWallen: lewallenw@msn.com phone 503-831-1268. Ashley Morrison-Roberts Morrison.ashley1@gmail.com phone 503-522-6179 Watch for upcoming info at ROVT.org listed under “events”.

September 14-15, 2018 Kaysville, UT TCT rally at the Cherry Hill water park. Non members with vintage trailers are welcomed. Elevated fire pits are OK. All trailers must be gone by check out due to Halloween village starts setup.O pen House is Sat.9 am to 6 pm. A BBQ dinner is planned for Sat. pre-evening. I'm trying for $10 per person,cash. Call Cherry Hill at 1-801-4515379 from 4--to 6 pm, (winter hrs).Be sure to be

put in the vintage grouping. For rally site info. go to cherryhills.com. Early arrivals is OK. Refined tomfoolery is welcomed. Orbie @435-730-3840 or wattmungall@gmail.com.

Vintage Camper rally is $60 total (3 nights) and that includes an event decal. Event t-shirt's will be available. Keith Floyd kfloyd@somernitescruise. com or 606-872-2277

September 20-23, 2018 Nancy, KY Somernites Cruise and Pulaski Co Park are proud to announce the 2nd Annual Campin' the Cumberland Vintage Camper Rally. 1200 Hwy 3189, Nancy, Ky 42544. Explore the area: Big South Fork scenic Railway, Historic Mill Springs Grist Mill, Mill Springs Civil War Battlefield, Haney’s Appledale Farms, etc. Friday is open house from 2:30 to 4:30. Somernites Cruise has a “Meet & Greet” event from 10-2 on Friday at Danny’s Rod Shop.

We will gather the classic car owners who want to come visit the open house to meet us their at 2 and we will caravan to the campground to view the campers. “Friday Night Thunder” block party at the Somerset Mall (about 10 minutes from the campground). All campers are invited to attend this event. We usually have 400-500 classic/collector cars and trucks. This event is free. They have live music and inflatables for kids. Saturday is the Somernites Cruise event in historic downtown Somerset (about 10 minutes from the campground). Gates open at 1:00. We would like to have about 7-10 really nice vintage campers along with vintage tow vehicles to come display downtown (I understand that means they have to break down and set up again downtown). We usually have between 1,200 -1,500 classic/collector cars & trucks and about 10,000 spectators at our September show. The cost of the “Campin’ the Cumberland”

September 27-30, 2018 Plymouth, CA Trailerfest 1940’s Wing-Ding Rally. 49er Village.

250 vintage trailers! This rally sells out every year!

Only a few sites left! (See ad on this page) Register at www.trailerfestrally.com.

September 27- 30, 2018 Eagleville, MO Eagleville Vintage Camper/Glamper Rally FOUR. 22708 W. 182nd Street, Eagleville, MO 64442.

Exactly half way between Kansas City, MO and Des Moines, IA on I-35. Great campground with fabulous owners! Great times with great friends!!

Vintage Swap Meet, Dutch Oven Classes, Open House, Community Campfires, Potluck...It's the place to swap stories and meet up with your new best friends!! For Questions and RALLY reservations, contact Lisa Smith at ebm@grm.net or 660-868-0933. For CAMPING reservations, contact Eagle Ridge Campground directly at 660-8675518. It gets bigger and better every year!! Open House Saturday Noon to 3:00 pm Lisa Smith ebm@grm.net 660-868-0933 Sept. 28-30, 2018 Crossville, TN Cumberland Fall Vintage RV Rally. 3609 Peavine Firetower Rd. Open House. Rickey King Randyking104@yahoo.com 931-409-4982

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October 5-7, 2018 Pagosa Springs, CO FAC - Autumn Splendor Gathering at The Bruce Spruce Ranch. We are heading to the beautiful San Juan Mountains and the Bruce Spruce Ranch to see the changing fall colors. The Bruce Spruce Ranch is a one of a kind RV resort. Full hookups in a rustic setting with unmatched views. Please call to secure your reservation. Be sure to mention FAC. A vintage trailer is NOT required. Bruce Spruce Ranch, 231 W. Ford Rd., 81147, www. brucespruceranch.com, 970-264-5374 October 11-14, 2018 Columbia, MO Cottonwoods RV Park & Campground. 5170 N Oakland Gravel Road. Monster Mash themed Vintage Trailer Rally at our campground. Oktoberfest Food & Beer fun, monster themed activities, live music, a Vintage Trailer open house, and more! cottonwoodsrvpark@gmail.com www.cottonwoodsrvpark.com (573) 474-2747 October 19-21 2018 Malibu, CA Ahoy mates! Grab your pirate hats and join us for the 3rd Annual Malibu Vintage Trailer Rally! Pirate themed rally open to all vintage style trailers (no open house). Located on a beautiful hillside overlooking the Pacific! Stay in comfort with clean bathrooms and heated showers; conveniently located near area restaurants and shops. Find our group page on Facebook! Email Rally Host Alex at MalibuVTR@gmail.com for rally updates and additional information; Alex 818-298-9842. Limited

space available! Reserve your site direct 310-4566052. Malibu Beach RV Park; 25801 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu CA October 26-28 , 2018 Santa Barbara, CA Ocean Mesa Halloween Vintage Trailer Mash. 100 El Capitan Terrace Lane. 5th Annual Halloween Vintage Trailer Mash at Ocean Mesa RV Resort in Santa Barbara , California. Come join us for spooky family fun , decorate your vintage trailer for Halloween, Pumpkin carving contest, Trailer trick or treating , costume party Saturday night .$86.25 a night , Call Ocean Mesa to book reservations (805)879-5751. Open House. Joe Messina Henrysamocean@hotmail.com (504)858-7376 November 2-4, 2018 Kernville, CA Rivernook RV. 14001 Sierra Way 760-376-2705 Make reservations with the park directly. Tell them you are with the Vintage trailer group. Phil & Wendy at 951-520-3118.

November 2 - 4, 2018 Jackson, CA Rancheria Rally. 11407 Dalton Road. Located at the beautiful Jackson Rancheria RV Park. Third annual Rancheria Rally. Join us for a fun weekend with friends who love the 'vintage' lifestyle. Come out before the weather turns cold and rainy. No Open House. Greg and Wendy Burns rancheriarally@yahoo.com 209-605-1305

November 7-11, 2018 Live Oak, FL Gathering of the Times 2018. 3076 95th Dr, Live Oak, FL 32060. Join us on the banks of the beautiful Suwanee River for a vintage trailer rally to remember. Please visit our website, www.gatheringofthetimes.com, for more information. Open House. Pete Whitley pete_whitley@yahoo.com 678-378-3725. (See ad below right) February, 19-24, 2019 Brooksville, FL TCT Centennial Celebration. Sertoma Youth Ranch.

April 5-7, 2019 Folsom Lake, CA Join us for the 4th annual Oasis West 2019 Vintage Trailer MicroRally. This intimate rally features 17 sites with full hook-ups, Friday night cocktails, Saturday morning hike, private trailer viewings, a Saturday night potluck / Vintage game night and a Sunday Pancake fest. Reservations start in September 2018. Email ChristianSalmon@comcast. net for details.

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