Escapees July-August 2022

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Club Sta ff Club Founders Joe and Kay Peterson President Travis Carr Vice President Melanie Carr

Co-Chief Executive O ffi cer Travis Carr Co-Chief Executive O ffi cer Melanie Carr Chief Operations O ffi cer Teresa Moore General Manager Kelly Brown Escapees RV Parks Administrator Cindy Neilsen

TAMMY JOHNSON #39557 Editor, Escapees Magazine

National Escapade Directors Duane and Jean Mathes ChapterDirector/BoFCoordinator Jimmy and Lockie Sailer HOP Director Lisa Koca Hangouts Directors David and Cheryl Goldstein Convergence Director Hollie Parks Educational Director Jim Koca Brand Director Brandon Hatcher Marketing Director Kerensa Durr Communications Director Georgianne Austin Magazine Sta ff Managing Editor Tammy Johnson Copy Editor Carol Rice Editorial Assistant Kelly Evans-Hill Graphic Artist Krystina Evans Graphic Artist Cole Carter Advertising Director Kelly Evans-Hill Technical Advisor Mark Nemeth • Submissions of features on all phases of RV living are welcome. Writers’ guidelines and payment schedule are available upon request: editor@escapees.com • For commercial display ads, contact advertising by calling 936-327-8873 or e-mail advertising@escapees.com. • Send address changes to Escapees, Inc., 100 Rainbow Drive, Livingston, TX 77351-9300 or clubbusiness@escapees.com. Escapees magazine (ISSN-1556-7486) is published bimonthly by Escapees, Inc., 100 Rainbow Drive, Livingston, Texas 77351. Periodical postage paid at Livingston, Texas, and additional mailing o ffi ces. 936-327-8873. Fax: 936-327-4388. Website: www.escapees.com. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Escapees RV Club, 100 Rainbow Drive, Livingston, Texas 77351-9300. Copyright© 2022 by Escapees, Inc. All rights reserved. Escapees magazine is published bimonthly by Escapees, Inc., RoVing Press, in Livingston, Texas. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a data-retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording or any other, without the prior written permission of the publisher. Opinions expressed under individual names are not necessarily those of the Escapees RV Club, its o ffi cers or the membership in general. Escapees does not knowingly accept deceptive or misleading ads. The name Escapees and the house-in-a-wagon logo are registered trademarks of Escapees, Inc., a Texas corporation. Commercial or noncommercial use requires an annual permit. Escapees Corporate O ffi ce 100 Rainbow Drive, Livingston, TX 77351-9300 936-327-8873 • Fax: 936-327-4388, www.escapees.com Escapees Mail Service O ffi ce 101 Rainbow Drive, Livingston, TX 77399-9330 936-327-8873 • Fax: 936-327-4388 www.escapees.com/mail-service The written material within this publication is provided for educa tional or informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice. Escapees makes no e ff ort to verify the information in this publication and, therefore, Escapees does not guarantee the quality, accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the contributors’ submissions. Escapees shall not be responsible for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of, or in connection with, the use of the materials herein.

Happy 44th birthday Escapees RV Club. Another birthday has rolled around for the club, and like many of its members, it just keeps get ting better and better and, it even seems to be getting younger. Or, perhaps better at inspiring a younger generation, I should say. Nowadays, instead of the club being predominately a re tirement plan option, it is truly being recognized as an option for anyone who dreams of taking o ff on a path of adventure and rediscovery, whether they’re still working or not. In the past 27 years I’ve been with the club, it seems that there has never been more opportunity than right now for Escapees to work and play. N ot only is the club all-inclusive in regard to age groups, it is also open to all types of RVers. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or someone who has barely gotten those tires dirty, the club has something for you. And, most of you have a supportive story to share, and what better outlet is there to share your knowl edge than with Escapees magazine. We’ve been sharing your stories since 1978, when the publication was in it’s infancy as a fi ve-page newsletter. We appreciate all of our contributor’s support, no matter how small the content. As you fl ip through the pages of this issue, maybe you’ll fi nd something of value or inspiration that will help you along your travels. Then, think about paying it forward with something you can share that will help another Escapee. Caring and sharing has always been the Escapees motto and, due to the integrity of both the club and it’s members, it truly delivers on a promise. Take a look at our “Events Calendar” in the member section of this issue to fi nd fun Escapees gatherings near you. No matter where you are or where you plan to be this summer, there is sure to be something happening nearby. From chapter rallies, to HOPs, to Hangouts and Convergence get-togethers, there’s something for everyone. I hope you fi nd joy on your journey this summer, and get ready for a hug or handshake from your fellow Escapees along the way.

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ESCAPEES Magazine July/August 2022