About This Event
Howdy TCTers!
Mount up, partners — Registration for the 108th Annual Winter Convention is officially OPEN!
This ain’t our first rodeo, it’s our 108th, and we’re ridin’ back to Robinson Ranch right on the Withlacoochee River, nestled between downtown Dunnellon and Inglis, Florida. (North Central Florida Area)So stake your claim early, folks — we only have 130 electric/water sites plus a big ol’ dry campin’ field for the wagon train, and this roundup will fill up faster than beans at a chuckwagon.
You’ll find two different registration forms attached:1. With Trailer – for those bringin’ their tin wagons2. Without Trailer / Off-Site Gate Pass – for those stayin’ nearby who want to join the daily rally happenings
THE ROUNDUP DATES:Official Convention: February 25th – 28th, 2027Optional Early Arrival: Wednesday, February 24th
Listen up, trail riders — no member can pull in earlier than February 24th. This ain’t a public RV park, we’re only contracted for rally days. If you’re comin’ a long way and get to the territory early, you’ll need to bed down at a nearby RV park or state park until the gates swing open at noon on February 24th, 2027.Want to linger on the trail after? The ranch has agreed you can stay a night or two after the rally for an extra $30.00 per night, paid in person to our venue host Dave at the end of the event.
THE HITCHIN’ POST – CHECK-IN & PARKING:We’re expectin’ a whole wagon train Wednesday and Thursday. Please try to mosey in between noon – 4:30pm EST and be patient while our trail bosses direct you to your spot. Official check-in will be at the gate.Arrivin’ after hours and need a hand parkin’ your rig? Give Trail Boss Tim Heintz a holler at 850.739.0237 once you’re on site.Parking is all First Come, First Served. You can register for a 30 amp Electric/Water site OR Dry Campin’. The dry campin’ field does have some water spigots around for fillin’ tanks — if you want to park near one, it’s first come, first served.Generators are welcome in Dry Campin’ only, during chuckwagon hours: 9am-11am & 6pm-8pm. There’s a dump station on site for all members to use. We have a bathhouse on site plus additional port-o-lets for the dry camp field, pavilion, and sites furthest from the main bathhouse.If you don’t pick up your registration bag on Wednesday, you can pick it up at the gate on Thursday from 11am-4:30pm or at the Thursday evening Meet and Greet.
RIDIN’ WITHOUT YOUR WAGON – STAYING ELSEWHERE:Is your rig not quite trail-ready or are you still huntin’ for your perfect tin can?Our friends at the Nature Coast Inn and Cottages are offerin’ a special TCT discount! Located just 9 miles west of the rally site, this cozy spot has a charmin’ cafe servin’ homemade bread and hearty breakfasts — perfect after a night under the stars.To book, call 352-388-8044, mention TCT when you book, and ask for Connie! (Don’t book online — call to secure a RSVP). We’ve had great experiences with this family-friendly spot.Website: https://www.naturecoastinn.com/Be sure to fill out the ‘Off Site’ Rally Registration to secure your gate passes and registration packet.
VOLUNTEERS – WE NEED A FEW GOOD COWPOKES:It takes a whole posse to make this roundup a success! If you’re willin’ to lend a hand, please mark it on your registration form or let a TCT official know when you arrive. We need help with setup, registration, breakdown, wristband checks, meal service, chuckwagon cleanup, gate duty, and more.
SCHEDULE & THEME:We got a whole week of high-noon fun planned — catered meals, meet and greets, movie night, entertainment, contests, swap meet, vintage trailer open house, and more!
THIS YEAR’S THEME: VINTAGE COWBOY WESTERN!
So dust off them cowboy hats, boots, bandanas, and Nudie suits (Yes that is what the Rhinestone Cowboy Suits were called!) Deck out your trailer in your best vintage cowboy and western finery — think old western movie memorabilia, Route 66 cowboy kitsch, wagon wheels, cactus, tooled leather, campfire lights, and cowboy camp charm.
And don’t forget — our famous Trailer Night Light-Up Contest is goin’ western this year too! Judgin’ will happen Friday night, February 26th, so string up those lights and make your rig shine like a desert sunset.
CHUCKWAGON CHOW – MEALS:Join us for a weekend of good eatin’! We’ll be servin’ multiple meals together, and the highlight is our Friday Night Potluck. This year, bring your favorite chuckwagon-inspired dish to share with the camp!
Be sure to invite your friends! Vintage is not required to attend, anyone is welcome no matter the age or type of rig.
We can’t wait to see you on the Withlacoochee. Let’s make this 108th one for the history books!
Happy Trails,Tim HeintzTin Can Tourist Royal Vice President2046 Sherman AvePanama City, Florida 32405850.481.8339 – TCT Office850.739.0237 – SE TCT Mobilewww.TinCanTourists.com
