DESTINATIONS!
A Calendar of Teardrop Gatherings and Teardrop-Friendly
Events
This Calendar is a FREE
service of www.teardrops.net and we welcome ALL events that
center around, or welcome the participation of Teardrops and Teardroppers.
The listings will also appear in whatever issue of the newsletter Tales
& Trails is coming out next. Please contact us at info@teardrops.net
with all your of your event's info, and please place it in this FORMAT.
This page last updated 01-31-2010
2010
February 19-21, 2010 Why, ARIZONA
Another Arizona Round Up! All manner of teardrops, classic trailers, and other
cool camping rigs are welcome! For full details, go to their website: www.azroundup.net/ or call Bud 602-942-3986 or 602-743-2334
February 25-28, 2010 Bradenton, FLORIDA
The Tin Can Tourisits' (TCT) 90th Winter Convention at Lake Manatee State Park,
Bradenton, FL. Once again, Teardrops & Teardroppers have been invited
to participate in this annual gathering of vintage travel trailers & motor
coaches. Registration material will be available shortly from Forrest Bone,
call 941-748-1483 or email at f23bone@earthlink.net If possible contact www.reserveamerica.com and reserve a site for arrival prior to the Convention dates.
March 4-7, 2010 Mesa, ARIZONA
TearJerkers' Arizona Chapter's Fourth Annual Spring Clean
Event at Usery Mountain
Regional Park, 3939 North Usery Pass Rd. Mesa, Arizona 85207. Clean out your
teardrops, vintage trailer or what ever you want to bring and join us for
the fun & festivities in the warm temperatures of Mesa Az. There are
hiking and biking trails archery range, and playgrounds for the kids. There
will be a Pot Luck Dinner Saturday evening at 5:30, with a 50/50 drawing
held after. Camping fee is $12.00 per night, to be paid at the gate. Water,
rest rooms, and showers are available. No electric for the trailers.
For a registration form please email Steve Mason: js.mason@live.com or call
480-831-6421 Cell 480-202-1319.
March 18-21, 2010 Perris, CALIFORNIA
S.C.T.T.’s 14th Annual Southern California Touring Tears Gathering, at
the Lake Perris SRA, Perris, CA. More sites, more teardrops, more friends!
Like 2009, the larger area with 160 sites has been reserved, and each site
has water, electric, table, and fire-ring, and most have mature trees; all
the usual activities that help make this the largest annual
teardrop gathering in the world! Full info & registration
forms at their website: www.teardroptours.com/PerrisInfo2.html
April 1-4, 2010 near Austin, NEVADA
The 2nd Gathering at the 'Glyphs, Honoring the Ancestors, at the Hickison Petroglyph
Recreation Area Campgrounds, just off US Hwy 50, approx. 25 miles east of
Austin, NV. Step back in time and surround yourself with the history and
pre-history of the Monitor Valley area of Nevada's Great Basin, stroll through
the petroglyphs (many dating as far back as 10,000 years!), stand on parts
of the Pony Express Route and Overland Stage Route, drive to and dip in the
Hot Springs, or just kick back and enjoy the peace & quiet of the high
desert solitude. With any luck, we'll have the presence & guidance of
a Native American Healer. This is a BLM campground, so no reservations ...
also, no registration ... just show up if you can! Come prepared for cool
days and cold nights. More info from info@teardrops.net
April 23-25, 2010 near Whitethorn, CALIFORNIA
2nd Rustic Whitethorn Run, Teardrop & Friends Gathering at the Cloud
Walker Ranch; a unique, one-of-a-kind, rustic camping, Teardrop
Homesteader themed,
off the grid get-together for all hardy teardroppers & friends in the remote
hills of northwestern California, between the Kings Range and the Pacific Ocean,
25 minutes from Garberville ... no electricity and no flush toilets! If you
think you've got what it takes to rough it and relish it, set this date aside
and get contact info & more details from their new website: www.napavalleyspice.com/rwr.html
April 29 - May 2, 2010 Lakehead, CALIFORNIA
Tales & Trails’ 17th Dam Gathering of the Tears at
Antlers RV park & Campgrounds
in Lakehead, CA, just 25 miles north of Redding, on the banks of Lake Shasta;
our good times with great teardrops & teardroppers just keep rollin’ along!
Full details at www.tandt.teardrops.net/dam.html & registration
info forthcoming, or e-mail info@teardrops.net or call 530-275-6728
May 14-16, 2010 Phoenicia, NEW YORK
TearJerkers’ North East Tri-Chapter Gathering TearStock at Phoenicia
Black Bear Campground, Phoenicia, NY, If you missed the first Woodstock … Don’t
miss TEARSTOCK! When you call 845-688-7405 to make reservations, tell them
you’re with TearJerkers! Visit their website, there's plenty to do with-in
walking distance. http://www.phoeniciacampground.com/ Information or inquiries
contact: Rick Sheerin at: rsheerin@twcny.rr.com
May 21-23, 2010 , ALABAMA
TearJerkers' Sweet Tear Alabama Chapter's Teardrop Gathering at Lake Guntersville
State Park (register early... this park fills up) ... more info forthcoming,
contact Karen at willik@charter.net
May 21-23, 2010 Ocean Cove, CALIFORNIA
TearJerkers' Nor-Cal Chapter's 3rd Ocean Cove Campout at Ocean Cove Campgrounds,
18 miles north of Jenner (at the mouth of the Russian River) on Hwy 1 on
the spectacular Northern California Coast! Escape the humdrum & madness
and take that long & winding road less traveled to one of the nicest
campgrounds on the north coast, perched on a knoll among the trees and just
above the cove where some of the best abalone diving in CA can be found.
Chapter Director & Host Dan Hazard will be diving and guiding any other
interested campers/divers. E-mail Dan for more info & reservations: danhazard@rock.com
May 28-31, 2010 Chehalis, WASHINGTON
12th Northwest Teardrop Spring Fling returns to the Birely Farm in Chehalis,
WA. Enjoy Northwest-style teardrop hospitality with potlucks, Dutch Oven
cooking, games, and the great NW outdoors. Contact Rod or Trudy Glassett
for info & reservations: glassettgang@juno.com or 360-293-1108
June 3-6, 2010 Creswell, OREGON
Tri-T Northwest Oregon Teardrop Gathering at Larry and Zelma Boehme’s
meadow, Creswell, Oregon. This is our second year at this wonderful location
and we hope you can make it. Cost: $25.00 per trailer for the weekend. Early
arrivals are welcome on Thursday, but the event actually starts Friday the
4th. Meals provided: Friday evening homemade soup, Saturday and Sunday breakfasts.
Saturday night is a Dutch Oven potluck and campfire so bring your black pots
and amaze everyone with that secret recipe. There’ll be crafts, contests,
and lots of Oregon-style relaxing under the fir trees. Electricity available
for medical reasons only. Contact Lonnie and Sheryl Aaron at theaarons@hotmail.com or Pam Hernandez at pjhernandez@comcast.net.
June 18-20, 2010 Gold Beach, OREGON
TearJerkers' Jefferson State Chapter's 3rd Annual Fathers
Day Gathering, this
year at Secret Camp/RV Park, 3 miles up the south bank of the Rogue River
at Saunders Creek. pArk website: http://www.secretcamprvpark.com/index.htm Water, hot showers, free WIFI, This is a beautiful spot with river and ocean
fishing. Jet boat rides and lots of activities locally. $17 per night for
2 people. $4 for each extra person. If we double up in the sites it will
be $12.50 per night. Doubling will depend on attendance. Arrive Friday and
leave Sunday. Friday night dinner by Prem, Potluck on Saturday night, impromptu
breakfast always happen so bring your waffle iron. Register with Eunice Hill,
NOT the campground. E-mail or call to register: keneunicehill@sbcglobal.net or (707) 725-4674
June 4-6, 2010 Vernon, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
The 2nd Svard Yard Meet is the first international teardrop 3-day campout,
on the grounds & property of Ingvar & Pat Svard, in Vernon, BC. Contact
Ingvar or Pat at 250-545-5865 or kisvard@shaw.ca for more info
June 18-20, 2010 Roslyn, WASHINGTON
Another Kelson Kampout, a really laid back event on the grounds & property
of Ed & Linda Kelson in Roslyn, WA. Contact Ed or Linda from more info:
253-797-0708
July 1-5, 2010 Carnation, WASHINGTON
9th Annual 4th of July Fun in Carnation Celebration. Camp on the Masden's 5
acre property near Carnation, WA (about 25 mi. east of Seattle), enjoying
old time vehicle rides and a great small-town celebration or our nation's
independence, including a parade and fireworks. Pot Luck (Dutch Oven) meal
on july 4th evening. Electricity and showers available. No event fee. Contact
Ken or Marty MAsden, 36fun@centurytel.net or 425-333-5219
July 14-18, 2010 near Carlotta, CALIFORNIA
The 3rd International Redwood Gathering (IRG3.0) returns to Pamplin Grove,
11 miles east of Hwy 101 on Hwy 36, in the spectacular California Redwood
Forest. Enjoy this unique camping location and have a "Redwood
Experience" that
you'll remember for a lifetime! Bring your Dutch Oven(s) & share your
creation(s) on Friday & Saturday nights (or come & learn all about
DO cooking!), "Waffle-Off" on Saturday morning, Teardrop Gravity
Races ( for full rules & info, go to www.mikenchell.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=34601 ) ... Full information & Registration Forms at www.pamplingrove.com/ This event is limited to 250 people, so get your Registration in soon, as
it books up fast!
August 27-29, 2010 Tacoma, WASHINGTON
13th Teardrop Display at the 31st LeMay Open House - a teardrop display and
campout as you participate in the Annual Open House for the LeMay Collection
(Worlds Largest Antique Car Collection) from 9 am to 5 pm on Aug. 27. For
further details, contact Pat or Jan Estes at 253-538-2859 or opasgang@yahoo.com
September 10-12, 2010 Jamestown, PENNSYLVANIA
TearJerkers' Liberty Bell & Buckeye Chapter's Western PA Gathering at Pymatuning
State Park, Jamestown Camping Area, Jamestown, PA. Congregating around SITES:
(Revised, 1/11/10) Pets with or w/o elect. 201-210, Non-pet with or w/o elect.
334-341, 346-352, & 439-446. Once again we will be separated pets vs. non-pets
BUT the option is there! Potluck Supper Saturday @ 6:00p.m.!! Contact Rich
Cooper at 570-523-6673 or rich11coop@dejazzd.com or Galen Neibarger at neibargerg@kenyon.edu with questions. Online reservations are available at:http://www.pa.reserveworld.com/Default.aspx?main=1
October 8-10, 2010 , ALABAMA
TearJerkers' Sweet Tear Alabama Chapter's Teardrop Gathering at Lake Lurleen
State Park ... more info forthcoming, contact Karen at willik@charter.net
October 8-11, 2010 Ocean Cove, CALIFORNIA
Cam's 14th Cool Coastal Cliffside Campout (C5IV) returns to the Ocean Cove
Campground, 18 miles north of Jenner (at the mouth of the Russian River)
on Hwy 1 on the spectacular Northern California Coast! Come on out & enjoy
the laid back atmosphere & attitude, spectacular views, abalone diving
(if you like that sort of thing), and something a bit different along more
of the wild Northern California Coast. No reservations, first-come/first
serve (although there'll be plenty of room!), however, we ask that you let
David A. know if you plan on coming: d.ave.2006@hotmail.com
October 8-11, 2010 Mulino, OREGON
The 3rd Fall Brigade at Oregon City Elks Park. For more info contact Marty
or Katie Boehme at 530-632-6563 or teardrops@bctonline.com
October 29-31, 2010 Elysburg, PENNSYLVANIA
TearJerkers' Liberty Bell Chapter's Knoebels Hallo-Fun
Gathering at Knoebels
Grove Amusement Park, Elysburg, PA. Phoenix & Twister in the Dark! Haunted
Antique Cars, Halloween Express on the Pioneer Train, Haunted Mansion, Freaky
Fandango & more. Little ghouls will enjoy a selection of kiddie rides
including a straw maze. Special treat stops for kids 12 & under in costume.
Free admission, pay only for the rides you like. Nice wooded campground;
pets are allowed in the campground & amusement park. Congregating around
SITES: Entire Texas Pan Handle Area TP (including Tent Platforms) & Spilling
into the Texas T sites (but NOT Tent Platforms). Very casual & fun time!
No Pot Luck Dinner! Eat GREAT Park food! Contact Rich Cooper at 570-523-6673
or rich11coop@dejazzd.com with questions. Online reservations are available
at: http://www.knoebels.com/family-vacation.asp
