Rebecca Smith

The big storms that have been sweeping across the country causing problems for people from Texas to the Midwest are supposed to be here sometime this afternoon or evening, and the weatherman is predicting straight-line winds of up to 68 miles per hour, heavy rain, and the possibility of tornadoes. Source

The enclosed basin of Carrizo Plain is about 50 miles long and 15 miles wide. Drainage from the mountains flows into Soda Lake which is dry most of the year. The monument is undeveloped with a few historic sites under preservation. Source

Not everyone can afford to buy or tow around an Airstream. If you really want to experience one of these sleek trailers, there are several new Airstream hotels that have recently opened up. These unique hotels and where they are located are destinations in themselves. They also include everything to make camping a luxurious experience. Source

Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands intends to rent 10 specialty platform tents at campgrounds across the state through Tentrr, an online company that arranges luxury tented stays on private land. Source

The city of Silver Bay celebrated the groundbreaking for the Black Beach Municipal Campground project Monday, April 15, after nearly five years of anticipation. Source

Parkway spokeswoman Leesa Brandon said the real push is to get everything up and running by National Park Week, a celebration of the nation’s parks, which runs April 20-27, and for the Memorial Day weekend, at the end of May, when the throngs of visitors really start flowing. Source

One great glamping option is nestled within Lake Bastrop North Shore Park. It’s about an hour’s drive from Austin. Source

My overnight stay was the second of two visits to vintage travel trailer resorts, a road-trip sampling of destinations that feature restored Airstreams and other trailers. They cater to people who are captivated by quirky chic or midcentury design, want to reminisce about bygone Americana or crave a nomadic lifestyle but don’t have the budget or space for their own RV. Source

Normally, people hate boring things, but if those were pics of your friends, let’s say, skydiving, or snorkeling, you’d have much better time faking your “wows” and “holly craps”. Source

Connecticut Magazine put together a list of campgrounds that has something for everyone.  Source