As summer lingers and the days are bathed in bright sunlight, August presents a vibrant quilt of camping, picnicking, vacationing, fairs, BBQs, Drive-In movies and exciting things on the horizon. August stands at the crossroads of summer and autumn…a time when fields ripen, days grow a little shorter, and an anticipation of change is in the air.

For Time To Travel, August means a trip to Island Park, Idaho, and camping at Henry’s Lake near Yellowstone. From August 11-15 we will camp, fish, eat and enjoy what the East Idaho area has to offer. Tim and Bonnie have graciously taken over as Wagonmasters for Kathy and Ed. August 28 will be our business meeting. Another pIcnic? Check the meeting notice later in the month.

August may not have as many major federal holidays as some other months, but it is rich with observances.

• International Friendship Day (First Sunday): A day to celebrate the people who make our lives brighter.
• National Sisters Day (First Sunday): Whether by blood or by bond, sisters bring laughter, support, and warmth to our lives.
• National Girlfriends Day (August 1): This fun holiday is for girlfriends of all kinds—anyone who brings joy to your world.
• International Beer Day (First Friday ): Cheers to camaraderie!
• National Watermelon Day (August 3): Nothing says summer like a chilled slice of watermelon.
• National Book Lovers Day (August 9):
• Left-Handers Day (August 13): A fun tribute to all the southpaws out there!
• World Humanitarian Day (August 19): A time to honor aid workers and advocate for people facing crises around the globe.
• National Dog Day (August 26): Celebrate your furry friends.
• Women’s Equality Day (August 26): Commemorating the adoption of the 19th Amendment in the U.S.
• International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples (August 9): Recognizing and celebrating the culture, heritage, and resilience of Indigenous communities around the world.
• National Relaxation Day (August 15): Take a break, and enjoy some well-deserved downtime.
• National S’mores Day (August 10): Gather around the campfire for the classic treat.
• National Aviation Day (August 19): Honoring the birthday of Orville Wright.
• National Thrift Shop Day (August 17).
• Black Cat Appreciation Day (August 17).
• World Photo Day (August 19).
• National Waffle Day (August 24).
• National Senior Citizens Day (August 21).
• The Perseid Meteor Shower reaches it peak in mid-August. Watch the sky light up with shooting stars.

August is a month of both celebration and anticipation. It invites us to savor summer’s warmth while preparing for what the chaos of school starting and fall will bring.

Thank you for being part of the Time To Travel and RVers of Idaho community. We wish you a wonderful August!

See you down the road.

Suzanne