Thousand Trails celebrated 50 years in 2019 and because it was such a milestone, we chose to celebrate all year long, making every day a reason to revel in hitting the big 5-0! All kinds of events were planned in addition to the everyday fun you find when staying with us. A few of the … [Read more…]
Certainly, your resolutions for the new year should include things that are good for you, make you happy, and add value to your life. We think all those add up to a resolution to camp more in the new year. Here are a few ways to round out your resolution to Get Out and Camp! … [Read more…]
Whether you start playing holiday music right after Halloween or wait a suitable amount of time before the holiday (all based on individual tastes – no judgement here), the sounds of the season can really put you in a festive mood. Another role these memorable tunes can play is to help plan your holiday camping … [Read more…]
Take on the change of season and get ready to enjoy all kinds of plain, cold fun with these events around the country that don’t let a little chill stop the good times. Bonfire on the Snow Snowshoe Tours (Mt. Bachelor, OR): Enjoy a cozy bonfire in an amphitheater made of snow! Follow a guide … [Read more…]
Celebrate our Golden Anniversary by spending a few days with us in the Golden State. California is full of little gems (see what we did there?) when it comes to great getaways and those gems include our fabulous RV Campgrounds. Speaking of gold, why not visit the spot where the goldrush began. Ponderosa RV Campground … [Read more…]
What is fall without a visit to a pumpkin patch and trek through a winding maze of corn? Check out some of these fall traditions and see if you can find the Great Pumpkin and your way out of the maze, as well! Touted as one of the best corn mazes in America and most … [Read more…]
Celebrate fall with harvest celebrations, unique musical events, and a traditional Oktoberfest. Set among the beautiful fall foliage, these events are sure to please. Sonoma County Harvest Fair (CA): Set for October 4-5, the event features over 100 Sonoma County wineries bringing more than 300 wines for tasting along with local chefs bringing their fares … [Read more…]
Want to experience the change of seasons and take in nature’s spectacular color show? Come along with us as we leaf-peep in some of the best color-catching locations. Come fall, trees and other foliage change colors whether you’re on the east coast, west coast, or in the Midwest. It’s a free show you don’t want … [Read more…]
America’s first lighthouse dates to the early 1700s in Boston, but lighthouses have been guiding ships since approximately 300 B.C. when Ptolemy built the first one in ancient Egypt. The purpose of these towering structures is to provide navigational aid to ships at sea, acting as a traffic light of sorts. The lights flash in … [Read more…]
A walking food tour sounds almost counterintuitive – exercise and food together? But maybe these unique tours are the best of both worlds as they combine both delicious nibbles and a little fresh air. Here are just a few to whet your appetite! Austin Eats (Austin, TX) Austin Eats is a variety of different foodie … [Read more…]