First time

newcasleys replied on 01/04/2017 22:22

Posted on 01/04/2017 22:22

Well Ive actually gone and booked a sight for me and the kiddies, feeling excited and a little scared 😳, should be a giggle for all those who happen to be near me on sight, one woman putting up her trailer tent and awning , oww and the reversing , I do hope they have patience and a good sence of humour lol 

Bakers2 replied on 01/04/2017 22:38

Posted on 01/04/2017 22:38

Fantastic. Just take your time getting set up. Depending on your children's ages give them all a task, get them involved. Look at it as a learning curve for you all - it will be! Tell the wardens its your first trip and I'm sure if  you need some help it will be forthcoming from them or fellow members. Is it close to home so you can get any essential forgotten items? Might be as well to take a mental walk through your needs from setting up thro sleeping, ablutions meals etc and make a list of what you need. Remember it's fun put things down to experience and enjoy 😆

newcasleys replied on 01/04/2017 22:48

Posted on 01/04/2017 22:48

Yes I thought for my first trip I better be closer to home, thank u so much for ur advice, I definitely will be putting it to practice. 

ABM replied on 02/04/2017 11:48

Posted on 02/04/2017 11:48

Welcome  to  the  fun  factory,   newcasleys  wink

As  Bakers2  says  it  is  a  holiday,  a  time  &  place  for  FUN  !!  so  no  matter  what  else  you  forget  to  pack  always  double  check  on  your  sense  of  humour  !!

DSB replied on 03/04/2017 19:08

Posted on 03/04/2017 19:08

Hi newcasleys.  Welcome to Club Together and enjoy your first outing.  Do let us know how you get on. I remember fondly out Trailer Tent days - especially towing a fairly large Trailer Tent with a very small Citroën Dyane car!  Probably not the best idea....

Keep us posted.

David

N1805 replied on 03/04/2017 19:55

Posted on 03/04/2017 19:55

As has already been said take your time setting up – we all had to develop a routine & don’t be afraid to ask for help from others on site if you need it.    I’m sure you’ll all have a really great time.     

PhilHeller replied on 03/04/2017 22:15

Posted on 03/04/2017 22:15

You've got me hankering to go back to our trailer tent, best beds I've ever slept in!! Can only reiterate what others have said, take your time, don't be afraid to ask for help and build up a routine that suits you and most importantly have fun👍

Pippah45 replied on 04/04/2017 02:07

Posted on 04/04/2017 02:07

Very best of luck with the new adventures.  It takes me back to caravanning alone with my two many years ago.  I have spent one night in a trailer tent and woke up to 4" of fresh snow!  But it was France in early February so I am sure you will be fine!  

Bellsboy replied on 05/04/2017 11:45

Posted on 05/04/2017 11:45

A warm welcome from me too and wish you all the best on your maiden trip. You obviously have a sense of humour so don't forget to take that with you, it helps. Good luck in all your adventures.

Wildwood replied on 09/04/2017 11:45

Posted on 09/04/2017 11:45

Good luck with the new trailer tent and I would suggest at least one dry run at home putting it up before you do it on a site. If you need help though just ask as most people will be only too willing to help.

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