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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1978
Page
7
A traveler recalls rough free campgrounds near the Mississippi and the shift to first class sites. They contrast noisy youths and a nearby gun fright with a safer, more comfortable camp life, noting nightly rates, facilities, and cost tradeoffs versus motel stays and meals.
A family describes six year old daughter, ex-trucker driver, and weekend camping in a 19 foot camper. They stress packing basics, simple meals, minimal toys, and keeping clutter down to maximize together time and outdoor activities.
A classified note promotes selling lawn care items and golf clubs during spring. The advisory frames this period as an optimal time to list usable gear for buyers.
Auto makers warn 1980s light cars cannot tow heavy trailers. By 1985 a truck or van will be needed for loads over 4 000 pounds and most cars will offer only about 1 000 pounds towing. Industry officials predict shifts to lighter, smaller tow vehicles and weight reductions to keep pace with evolving trailers.
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