Trailer Raffle! Sisters on the Fly

One of the many things that I think makes Sisters on the Fly the best group ever is their commitment to works of charity! Paying it forward and helping those in need! Who wouldn't want to do that? Several times in the past generous and warm hearted sisters have donated their time and talents for great causes.

Sisters on the Fly has been a partner with Casting for Recovery, a not for profit organization that helps women recovering from breast cancer, for many years. At sister on the fly camp outs generous sisters raise money among themselves by raffling off what I call "Sistertastic" trailer finds. Every once in a while though that generosity is exceeded by a phenomenal donation like this 1957 Mercury "Quicksilver" vintage trailer donated by Jennifer Smith. It has been beautifully restored by Kent Kraemer at Blue Moon Caravans in Missoula, Montana. Thank you Kent! In addition to all of that it has been beautifully decorated by our very own sister on the fly "trailer whisperer", Kristin Manas. Job well done Kristin! It really speaks to me and I think she has expertly enhanced the classic charm of this Birchwood Beauty!

 These trailers are harder to come by everyday and having one ready to roll usually involves a big investment! A $25 tax deductible chance could win you this piece of nostalgia though!

The only thing to be said here is "classic"! 

I love EVERYTHING about Kristin's selections. In the world of design the ability to enhance something naturally beautiful without overwhelming it is rare! Kristin "gets it"! 

Coffee anyone? 

I had the original ice box in my 1959 Field and Stream and never considered taking it out for a Home Depot refrigerator. A frozen one gallon water jug lasted four days in it! 

Yellow interiors are so sweet and calming! 

I only ask that whoever wins this lets me come by and sit a spell! Follow the link to buy your tickets.


Trailer raffle- photos & link:https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=26bff2

 

 

Learn more about Casting for Recovery http://castingforrecovery.org/

 

 

Learn more about Sisters on the Fly  http://www.sistersonthefly.com/

Objection #4 - I live in a Condo, Apartment, Snooty Neighborhood that won't allow trailers

 

Can't become a girl camper because you can't have a trailer wherever it is that you live? No room in the budget for an RV purchase right now? No problem! While the trailer is a big draw for many women, for me it is just the icing on the cake. If I didn't have one, I would still camp.  It is about the camping and not what you're camping in.  It's about friendship and going places and doing things.

 Morning coffee in camping PJ's is a staple at Girl Camping events. Before you know it, it's noon!

There are many women who camp without owning a trailer. Most campgrounds have cabin rentals and often there is a Girl Camper wannabe willing to share the cost.  There is always the tried and true tent brought to new life and comfort with a woman's touch.

 

 

This cozy set up hardly looks like roughing it to me!

New Jersey Sister on the Fly, Cathy Pennino, is not missing any fun with her sweet set up!




There are also the really brave at heart who don't care what they sleep in as long as they get to come for all the Girl Camper fun and they sleep in their cars! There are also some who come along and stay in a nearby B&B. That's not really camping, but I won't tell if you don't. 

There are many times when women who own campers choose to tent camp or car camp because the drive is too far or they are nearby without their trailers and don't want to back track to get them. Who cares what you are sleeping in as long as you are along for the ride.

 

This looks like a cozy alternative to me. The other option is to not go!

 

Playing dress up and catching up with old friends while making new ones is too big of a draw to miss out on because you don't own a trailer.

Happiness comes in all sizes but you have to go get it! Our ancestors crossed oceans in wooden hulled ships and the Oregon Trail on Prairie Schooners, you can camp in a tent for a weekend!!

 



Look up to the sky. You'll never find rainbows if you're looking down!

Charlie Chaplin

 

 

 I have discovered in my almost ten years camping with these amazing women that attitude is the difference between those who embrace life and those who endure life. I want all the women who think that this looks like fun but there are too many obstacles for them to be able to do it, that adopting a can do attitude will propel you forward. Take one weekend of your year and make some new friends. You don't know what impact it will have on the rest of the things you do!

Camper College - Stones Camping World, Berlin NJ

Stones Camping World of Berlin, NJ were the gracious hosts last night for our first Camper College in NJ! To refresh, Camper College is a free evening after hours tutorial on all things ''travel trailer" related. As Kevin Stone, second generation owner of Stones Camping World pointed out last night, there are no dumb questions. It was just great having all their knowledge and expertise available to those entering into the camping world for the first time or maybe, like me, returning to it, sans the tent! 

 Stone's Camping World. The official NJ home of Girl Campers !

Stones Camping World carries a favorite trailer among Girl Campers, The Riverside Retro by White River. 

The interior of the Riverside 166 before we Girl Campers glamped it up! 

After renovating at least 10 vintage trailers I believe I am in a place to buy a Riverside and just skip the whole restoration process! 

The cozy dining nook of the Riverside Retro. I love that the table slides left and right to allow you to get in with ease. 

As always, talking with my hands!! Introducing Kevin Stone, second generation proprietor of this family owned and operated dealership. 

I love that this Girl Camper is taking notes!!! 

Kevin explaining the features on this travel trailer to a crowd of about 25 Girl Campers. 

One of the things that newbie trailer owners worry most about is the trailer actually falling off of the hitch. Here Kevin takes us through the process one step at a time. This is standard operating procedure at their dealership for all new owners. You don't leave with it until you are completely comfortable with each step. 

The back side of the trailer. A lesson on what all those little doors are and where the plug goes! Also, a demo on the water tanks. Grey water and black water! Oh My! 

Q & A after the demo! 

The After Party at the Voorhees Diner! The best part about having lots of Girl Camper buddies is that you don't have to be camping in order to have fun with them. 

Thank you again to Stones Camping World for agreeing to be the "official" NJ Girl Camper RV dealership. 

In Colorado?  Please visit Ketelsen Campers of Colorado for your Girl Camper needs. 
In Ohio? Check out Haydocy Airstream in Columbus.