Today began the annual RV show with the opening of the Big Tent. Traffic up 95 to it was busy as usual. We were able to get a parking spot at the tent this time around noon rather than being routed out to the sandy wash next to it to get stuck.
Many of the previous vendors were not there but new vendors are filling in well. Verizon, Dish Network, Good Sam Insurance, Escapees, and Honda Generators are there as usual. Purveyors of solar and LED lights are there and busy. Remote controlled helicopters and UFOs are flying through the tent and are still popular big boys toys. Electric bikes and scooters seem to be pretty hot this season as they should be with the high cost of gas and cheap cost to run them. Need a mop? There’s a mop booth. Want the latest gadget to make salsa or a new set of pans? They’re there. There are items for pets, lots of jewelry, RV items, food, and more. The ice cream booth is as popular as ever. Camp chairs are big again.
One reason to go to Quartzsite for the RV show is to find a workamping job. Several employers are in and around the Big Tent looking for camp hosts, store clerks, reservation clerks, maintenance workers, ride operators, etc. Amazon, Adventureland, Thousand Trails, Tetons, and American Land & Leisure, are all there looking for people to hire.
There are lots of contests to enter and wheels to spin for prizes. You might get lucky!
You definitely want to stop by the POP booth outside the tent to buy a souvenir tin cup full of your favorite beverage for only $6-$7. Refills are just $1!
A new addition this year is the Progressive RV Insurance booth outside the tent where you can get your picture taken with Flo (a cutout).
There is also RV servicing going on out in the tent parking lot. Shop the tent while you wait.
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