If you’re looking for a way to connect with other adaptive RV enthusiasts, consider checking out the Handicapped Travel Club. Started in 1973 by five couples who wouldn’t let their disabilities stop them from enjoying the freedom and adventure of camper travel, the Handicapped Travel Club has gone on to become a very active across-the-country group of some 250 members who share tips, stories, and information on making recreational vehicles accessible for the disabled.
Accessible Travel Club
The Handicapped Travel Club has both an on-the-ground presence via member get-togethers, as well as a strong online presence. At the website, you’ll find information about upcoming and past events; a resources section with links; information about accessible parks and campgrounds; several articles related to accessible travel and recreation issues; information about adaptive RVs and campers; and listings for used accessible RVs and equipment for sale.
Although the club has local member gatherings, its big annual event is the national rally, which is held each year in a different region of the country. Check the website for specific costs and logistics, as well as sign-up information.
Clearly more a labor of love than a money-making proposition, the Handicapped Travel Club has kept its costs low – for a modest $12 per year, you get both an annual membership and the club newsletter. So if you’d love to travel via RV but weren’t sure how to get started, this may be a great way to connect with a community that can help you get your motor running.
