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Join in these 6 June Jubilations

There are 30 days in June and every one of them has something to celebrate – especially June 20 which is the Summer Solstice. Here are a few more days of note to celebrate and the perfect location to celebrate at:

National Moonshine Day (June 5): The official celebration may have passed, but you can still learn the history of bootleggers and “hooch” at the Mob Museum in Las Vegas.  Book a glamping cabin at Thousand Trails Las Vegas and enjoy a “Journey through Prohibition” at the museum’s Distillery where visitors will sample house-made distilled spirits and learn the history of prohibition and the drinking culture in the US before the 1920s. For details visit themobmuseum.com.

Cabin at Thousand Trails Russian River
Cabin at Thousand Trails Russian River

National Rosé Day (June 8): The second Saturday in June is National Rosé Day and what better place to celebrate this special day than in Sonoma County, California. Book a stay at Thousand Trails Russian River in Cloverdale and explore the wineries in the area known for their rosé. Enjoy a sparkling rosé in the outdoor tasting room at Iron Horse Vineyards or take lunch in the garden with your rosé at Lynmar Estate which offers a farm-to-table option (reservations required – lynmarestate.com). Both wineries are located in Sebastopol. Visit sonomawine.com for a listing of wineries in the area that have rosé.

Tiny House Container Village at Yukon Trails
Tiny House Container Village at Yukon Trails

National Fudge Day (June 16): Wisconsin Dells Fudge has been making fudge using Wisconsin cream and butter since 1962 and ranked 11th on the dailymeal.com’s listing of America’s 25 Best Fudge Shops. Glamp in the sweet and unique camping containers at Yukon Trails Tiny House Container Village and head into Downtown Dells for some delicious fudge.

Cabin Porch at Neshonoc Lakeside Campground
Cabin Porch at Neshonoc Lakeside Campground

National Go Fishing Day (June 18): No explanation needed here. This special day is all about encouraging you to get out and fish – in a lake, river, pond or stream. Some glamping ideas include Thousand Trails Lake Conroe in Texas or Neshonoc Lakeside Campground in Wisconsin. Lake Conroe, with glamping cabins, puts you right on Lake Conroe, a top destination for fishing enthusiasts, especially for largemouth bass, bluegill and catfish. Neshonoc Lakeside is the perfect place to glamp and fish to your heart’s delight with the lake right onsite. Take the bait here and book a glamping cabin to celebrate National Go Fishing Day!

Cabins at Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes
Cabins at Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes

National Selfie Day (June 21): According to touramerica.ie, one of the most amazing spots for selfies in the US is Yosemite National Park thanks to the simply gorgeous backdrops that you can find anywhere in the Park. Book one of the unique glamping accommodations at Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes and you can spend several days taking all kinds of cool selfies in the Park with backdrops including the iconic Half Dome, Bridal Veil Falls or Cooks Meadow.

Yurts at Thousand Trails Circle M
Yurts at Thousand Trails Circle M

National Kissing Day (June 22): According to the lyrics of “As Time Goes By” a kiss is just a kiss, right? Well, find out on National Kissing Day by planting one your significant other at these great spost to kiss. According to mapquest.com, Cape May, New Jersey is noted because of the “horse-drawn carriage ride through the gaslit streets of the old Victorian town.” Book a cozy glamping cottage at nearby Thousand Trails Lake & Shore and get ready to pucker up! Where better to plant one on your favorite human than on a “kissing bridge” which is what old-timely covered bridges became known as since they provided privacy. Head to Pennsylvania’s Lancaster County to discover a whole lot of “kissing bridges” and plan a stay at Thousand Trails Circle M with its great yurts and cottages for a cozy glamping getaway. Visit discoverlancaster.com for a map of the bridge locations.

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5 Things to Do In and Around Yosemite National Park

So do we mean five things to do in the magnificent national park itself, or the surrounding area outside Yosemite? Actually, a little bit of both. We’ve highlighted some great stuff not to be missed inside the park and some other pretty cool stuff not to be missed around the area.

Yurt at Yosemite Lakes
Yurt at Yosemite Lakes

Speaking of cool, are you aware of how cool the glamping accommodations are at Yosemite Lakes, which is pretty much up the block from Yosemite National Park (about 5 minutes from the entrance)? Glamping accommodations at this great location in Groveland can include cabins, cottages, and yurts. Choose whichever suits your glamping needs best and get ready to explore this beautiful area of California.

  1. Yosemite National Park: Of course, there are the must-sees like Half Dome, El Capitan, and the waterfalls (there are more than 25), but there are also some lesser known, but just as amazing, things to see and do here. Consider a visit to the Yosemite Museum, the first of its kind built inside a National Park. The museum showcases the cultural heritage of the Ahwahnechee people. Cooks Meadow is a great way to see the beauty of the park and the neat thing is that the trail is very friendly for wheelchairs, strollers, and the less-seasoned hiker. Cooks Meadow has a 2-mile loop trail and the average time to complete it is under 40 minutes. The Ansel Adams Gallery is another place not to miss – his stunning photos of the park are world-famous. In addition to works of Adam’s, the gallery also has books, handicrafts, and Native American jewelry.

  2. Wine Roads and Trails: Visit yosemitesierrawineroad.com to download a map of boutique wineries to visit on this route that traverses the backroads of Yosemite. Another option is to travel the Madera Wine Trail, located in one of California’s most famous growing regions – check out themaderawinetrail.com for a downloadable map.

  3. Visit Jamestown: Jamestown is an old mining town about 30 minutes from Yosemite Lakes and the spot where gold was first discovered in Tuolumne County in the 1848 by James Woods. The town became known as the Gateway to the Mother Lode. There are several antique shops and eateries, plus you can pan for gold here (gold-panning-california.com).

  4. Ride the Steam Train: A ride on the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is a great way to see the Sierra National Forest. Climb aboard and have a seat in the open-air cars and enjoy the scenery. Several options for rides are available, including the Moonlight Special that includes dinner and entertainment. During the summer months, the train hosts the Yosemite Jazz Trail, which features a steam train ride ending with “unplugged” performances by various jazz artists every Saturday. For information visit ymsprr.com.

  5. If you’re planning a November trip to the area, check out the Pomegranate, Fruit, and Nut Festival that of course showcases, pomegranates, fruits, and nuts (this is an annual event each November so you can plan ahead, too). This year’s event is set for Saturday, November 5, and promises cooking demonstrations, educational seminars, and fun facts about the pomegranate (pomegranatefestival.com). Make note that Yosemite also hosts holiday dinners and events within the Park through the holiday season that include a Thanksgiving dinner, a Christmas Day brunch, and a New Year’s Eve celebration.
Cabins on the River at Yosemite Lakes
Cabins on the River at Yosemite Lakes

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