Escapees September-October 2024

Welcoming Escapees to the Harvest Hosts Family

Although the Carr family is passing the torch to Harvest Hosts, the dedicated teams that run the events, education, magazine and membership will continue to be a part of this journey, ensuring a seamless transition. Our shared values of community, support and ethical steward ship will guide us as we move forward together, ensuring that the essence of Escapees and Xscapers remains intact and continues to thrive. While the management keeps the club running, it is the Escapees members and their unwavering dedication to the RV community that truly make Escapees the best RV club in the world. The future is bright for our combined communities. We are enthusiastic about the potential this partnership brings and are committed to making this transition as smooth and bene fi cial as possible. Your support and enthusiasm have been the driving force behind the success of Escapees, and we look forward to continuing this journey together with renewed energy and shared goals. Welcome to the Harvest Hosts family. Here’s to many more adventures together! By Joel Holland CEO of Harvest Hosts

It is with great excitement that I welcome the Escapees RV Club into the Harvest Hosts family. My name is Joel Holland, and as CEO of Harvest Hosts, I am thrilled to share this news with you. Having attended Escapade in 2021, I witnessed fi rsthand the incredible community and spirit thatde fi nes Escapees RV Club. The energy and camaraderie were truly inspiring, and it reinforced my belief in the strength and potential of this remarkable community. Harvest Hosts is committed to enhancing the RV lifestyle by offering unique and memorable overnight experiences. Our network includes picturesque wineries, charming farms, unique breweries and captivating attrac tions across North America. By connecting RVers with local businesses, we create meaningful connections and unforgettable memories, enriching the RV experience in ways that align perfectly with the values of Escapees. Rest assured, your current memberships and bene fi ts will remain unchanged. We are dedicated to preserving the services and support that are so important to you, while also introducing new and exciting opportunities to enhance your RV adventures. Our goal is to build on the strong foundation established by the Escapees members and the Carr and Peterson families, adding value and enriching the experience for all members.

Right to Left: Joel Holland, Mary Ashley Holland with Waverly Holland, David and Beth Laine.

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September/October 2024 ESCAPEES Magazine