I have attended others vintage trailer shows, including early Saturday mornings (before the public is invited), never having a problem, but many folks were just rolling out of their trailers and not ready for the general public. (lot’s of funny retro pajamas)

Staying overnight during the event was very different.  First, you meet the others in a different context on Friday into the evening and night.  A big bonus was being there late at night.  Having never stayed that long, the place does not go down for the night early.  Everyone seemed to be moving about, socializing around the park, bonding, trailerite to trailerite.  With my buddy Eliot Crowley, an Airstream owner, we joined in with the Central Coast Airstream group for some socializing.   In good fun, I was labeled an “SOB” since I have a Shasta in the restoration process.  SOB standing for, “some other brand”.

Walking around at night without the crowds, camera and tripod was great fun. Along with a beautiful night, moderate temps we were surrounded by thunderstorms and open skies above.

Below are a few examples.

Airsteam, Buellton, CA ©2011 Martin Trailer

Vintage Airstream, Buellton, CA ©2011 Martin Trailer

Spartan Manor, Buellton, CA ©2011 Martin Trailer

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