It’s hard to believe that it’s once again time for the annual fall campout of the national RV club the Tin Can Tourists. It’s held in nearby Camp Dearborn just north of Ann Arbor in Milford Michigan. This year it’s Thursday, September 13th through Sunday 9-16-07. Open House and Flea Market is this Saturday 9-15-07, from 11 to 3 p.m. There’s a nominal park entrance fee $3?.

I can’t believe that I forgot to arrange to be off work on Saturday. Fortunately, I'll be able to go on Friday but I'll miss the Flea Market.

I’ve gone to several of their open houses and think it’s just a blast; it’s really something special. The trailers and the tow vehicles come in a variety of shapes and colors dating from the 1940’s to the present. It’s a feast for the eyes and imagination. Furthermore, the trailer owners are very welcoming and eager to share their knowledge and trailer stories with visitors. These folks are a true source of inspiration for those thinking of fixing up an old trailer or just dreaming about it. The Discovery channel on TV featured a documentary on this group a few years back. The Tin Can Tourist informative web site with classified ads is here.