Nothing signals that it’s summertime quite like the proliferation of fresh fruits and vegetables you can find at the farmer’s markets that pop up once Old Man Winter takes his leave. On your travels this summer, make sure you make a stop at some of the most popular, and well-stocked markets. Dane County Farmer’s Market, … [Read more…]
Happy Birthday to the National Trails System Act, which celebrates 50 years in 2018! In 1968, the National Trails System Act was created “In order to provide for the ever-increasing outdoor recreation needs of an expanding population and in order to promote the preservation of, public access to, travel within, and enjoyment and appreciation of … [Read more…]
The sport of horseshoes dates back some 2000 years. Two of the most popular theories in circulation as to the origins of the game point to the game either being the poor man’s version of quoits or that the horseshoe substituted for the expensive discus thrown in ancient Olympian Games. Quoits is similar to the … [Read more…]
There’s a lot to do this month to celebrate National Bicycle Month! Here are a few tips for staying safe and having fun while biking the trails. Tell us your tips in the comments! 1. Look out! Some of these trails are pretty old and the traffic during the busy season can cause the trails to be a little … [Read more…]
When pioneer, nature-lover, and journalist J. Sterling Morton arrived with his wife in the Nebraska Territory in 1854, he found it to be a treeless plain. Noting the importance of trees for many reasons including fuel, building materials, and shade from the hot summer sun, Morton set about to do something about the lack of … [Read more…]
Spring is just around the corner and Thousand Trails wants to help you get in the mood with a guide to sunny Southern California. Southern California is probably most commonly known for its temperate climate and gorgeous coastline but it’s also much more than that. Southern California boasts a diverse geographical terrain – you can … [Read more…]
It may be winter on the Oregon coast, but the coldest month is actually one of the best times to head to “The People’s Coast.” Average temperatures hover in the low to mid 50’s and though precipitation is higher, all you need is some good rain gear and a sense of adventure to make the … [Read more…]
If champagne toasts and dancing the night away sound like your idea of New Year’s Eve fun, then ring in 2018 at Thousand Trails! Campers all over the country will be saying, “goodbye to 2017!” with New Year’s Eve Themed Weekends! Check out the 2018-2019 volume of Theme Weekends Guide in the May 2018 issue … [Read more…]
Every winter, the Bavarian-themed town of Leavenworth becomes a picturesque Christmas scene filled with lights, snow, carolers, and Santa! Thousands of visitors from all over come to Leavenworth every winter to experience the incredible display of holiday lights and a plethora of fun winter activities. See below for some of our favorite winter-themed activities in … [Read more…]
If you’ve got to find gifts for the traveler, the minimalist, or person-who-has-everything in your life, give them the gift of experience! Check out some of our favorite experience gift ideas and let us know about yours in the comments below! Thousand Trails Camping Pass Give the gift of camping with the Thousand Trails Camping … [Read more…]