We are thrilled to say that next month we will be attending the KOA Cares Big Weekend once again! This annual event, hosted by KOA (Kampgrounds of America), is open to all KOA Rewards Members and aims to raise awareness and funds for the KOA Cares Camps for kids with cancer. This special weekend is dedicated to raising funds for children with cancer, giving them a chance to attend medically-supervised camps and be a kid again.

The camps provide a fun and supportive environment for children struggling with illness, offering them a chance to forget their worries and just enjoy themselves. The KOA Care Camps Trust annually distributes over $1 million dollars to support over 125 Care Camps across North America. To support the cause, KOA offers a special deal every Mother’s Day Weekend - stay Friday night at full price, and receive Saturday night for only $20, with all proceeds going directly to the camps. As a bonus, this is a savings for us of about $70!

The campgrounds that participate across the US and Canada enjoy making the weekend a big deal for moms and for the charitable cause. With lots of activities planned, like pancake breakfasts, kid’s crafts, hay rides, live music, barrel rides, family movie nights, games like horseshoe and basketball, and of course ice cream and pizza - a KOA staple.

We are looking forward to a fun-filled weekend, and more importantly, to giving back and making a difference in the lives of children with cancer. If you're interested in joining the fun and supporting this great cause, be sure to book your stay now. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute while enjoying a weekend camping experience with your family. And if you can't make it this year, don't worry, there's always next year! For more information on KOA Care Camps and how you can get involved, visit KOACareCamps.org.

If you’re on the fence about joining the KOA Rewards program, don’t forget about the annual Rewards Weekend. This year it is September 8-9, 2023, those who stay as paying guests on Friday, September 8 at participating KOA campground will receive Saturday, September 9 for free. This offer serves as a token of appreciation for the loyalty that KOA Rewards members have shown the camping community. During the KOA Rewards Weekend, campers are invited to come together and celebrate their love of the great outdoors with friends and family. KOA Rewards members won't want to miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a complimentary camping weekend. This weekend saves us typically $90 in our area.

Between the two weekends, only our KOA Rewards saves us about $160!

Please note: This is not a sponsored post, we are just big fans!

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