Columbus Day/Canadian Thanksgiving Airstream Rally 2019

Airstream of Vermont took  advantage of a beautiful Columbus Day Weekend and traveled to Country Village Campground in Leicester, VT.  It was for a Canadian Thanksgiving celebration put on by the Cape Cod Massachusetts Airstream Club.

As sunshine basked over the campground, we received a warm reception from rally goers. More than 40 Airstreams from all different eras packed in for a long weekend of sightseeing and community events.

Day One

Friday started with the sun glistening off the morning dew and a cool nip in the air. Most campers were already up and at ’em, walking furry companions in the backwoods, or sharing coffee and conversation with friends.  Shortly after that, we opened up our Airstream display, and immediately gained some new fans.  One of them, Larry, who bought his Sovereign new in 1984, bought the new Airstream International Serenity pretty much on the spot.  Even as they headed off to Paddler’s Pub in Lake Dunmore for di

Day Two

In preparation for Sunday’s big Thanksgiving feast, Saturday brought neighbors together for a big veggie cutting party.  After that, many couples and small groups took advantage of the gorgeous weather and went off leaf peeping, touring a local brewery, or hiking the Vermont countryside.

Saturday wound down with everyone gathering around the fire for a pot luck wine and cheese tasting. We savored beer from Foley Brothers and Fiddlehead Brewerys, and wine from Neshobe River Winery. Similarly, the artisan cheese from Cabot Creamery and Shelburne Farms was to die for!

Day Three

Sunday was a last hoorah with rally goers coming together for a Thanksgiving feast fit for royalty. All were invited including the campground owners John and Chris, and us truly. Larry smoked five whole turkeys right at his campsite kitchen, while Rally Leaders RJ Dominic and Tye Mott prepped sides and fixings. The meal was prefaced by a toast of thanks and good fortune from Airstream Club International’s President, Mona 

In conclusion, with the sun setting behind behind the colorful treetops, we said our fond farewells to everyone.  “Until the next one!” was the common salutation, in looking forward to Airstream of Vermont joining them at another rally.  Until then…adventure on!

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