To promote this great activity, we asked Thousand Trails Member, Mike Stewart, an avid biker for 13 years, to let us in on some of his favorite spots to take a ride near our California preserves. Biking is a wonderful way to become more fit, enjoy the outdoors and explore the surrounding areas near Thousand … [Read more…]
If you’re looking for a bit more speed, try taking in the 101st running of the Indianapolis 500, considered the “greatest spectacle in racing.” Make plans to be in Speedway, Indiana, to watch the events of the weekend that culminate with the 500-mile race on Sunday, May 27. Thousand Trails offers Horseshoe Lakes in Clinton, … [Read more…]
Poetry is a packsack of invisible keepsakes. ~ Carl Sandburg Who knew camping in the great outdoors could inspire the wonderful poems we’ve received. Thanks to all who submitted your poems, and thanks to Ralph W. Emerson for getting everyone started with his wonderful poem. We chose three winners: The Poetry of Camping By Lynne … [Read more…]
The month of May not only brings flowers and the onset of camping season; it gives us all a chance to take a moment to thank the mothers in our lives. This year, Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 13. While breakfast in bed is always an option to help these ladies relax, why not … [Read more…]
Find Thousand Trails on Facebook and enter our Camping is Better with Friends Sweepstakes! The grand prize is a weeklong camping trip at any participating Thousand Trails and Encore property for you and a friend. Our grand prize winner and his or her friend will each receive a package of camping gear, including: Eureka! Mansard … [Read more…]
M is for May as well as plenty of events scheduled both at our preserves and nearby. Of course, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day events are lined up preserve-wide and here’s a few more “M” events for you to ponder. If you’re visiting Ponderosa Preserve in Lotus, California, The Motherlode Century Amazing Bike Ride, is … [Read more…]