PRESENTERS and CLASSES
We offer 3-5 different classes at a time throughout each day. See the itinerary for the weekend here. You may attend any of the classes you like.
Hosts
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Paul and Caroline Lacitinola
Publishers of the Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine and authors the Vintage Camper Trailers Books, the Lacitinolas are collectors and have restored their own vintage trailers since 2006. They host several rallies per year including Trailerfest. Paul will be teaching laminates. How to install laminate for counter tops. This is a hands-on class. |
Presenters
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Tim and Linda Brown
Tim and Linda are painting contractors that have added trailer restorations to their repertoire that includes custom home painting and traditional hot rod builds. The Browns specialize in complete custom trailer builds but will also make you a custom wooden screen door or curved windows for your restoration project. The Brown’s years of painting and staining experience makes them the authority with one of the most intimidating aspects of trailer restorations…the natural wood interiors! You will see how to finish wood to match existing panels and some tools and tricks that Tim and Linda have developed to restore old trailers. Class: Interior Wood Finishes, Color Matching. |
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Scotty Williams
Owner of Artistic Airstreams (in the Bay Area), Williams brings his trailer restoration skills to Boot Camp again this year. Scotty grew up in the world of home building, working with both his grandfather and step-dad from a very early age. Scotty has been in construction for over 25 years and had his own custom home building company before he discovered his passion for old Airstreams. After a life changing event, Scotty followed his passion and began Artistic Airstreams. Classes: Aluminum Panel Replacement and Riveting Airparts Inc www.airpartsinc.com/ is proud to participate in the 2019 Boot Camp. For 50 years we have supplied top quality aircraft and Airstream aluminum. We are the only aluminum supplier that can offer custom lengths, leaving fewer seams! Whether it’s interior, exterior, or belly pan; we can help guide you! |
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Denny Stone
Owner of Southern California Vintage Trailer Design (www.socalvintagetrailer.com), specialists in quality restorations and exceptional interiors. “We Take the Trash Out of Trailers.” Classes: Interior Design; creating a storyboard. |
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Adam Blair
From the early days working on trailers out of his garage in Benicia, CA, Adam found a new passion with trailers. Right from the start, when he brought the very first trailer home, many neighbors and passersby would stop, tell him about their old trailer or a relative that had one growing up. It was not long before Adam had to move to a shop for more space. Since then, Avalon RV has not stopped growing. Many years later there are four employees, one traveling designer, and an incredible creative atmosphere that makes working at Avalon RV a daily adventure. The shop can tackle most any repair but at Boot Camp Adam will share the makings of a solar powered system for your trailer. Adam built a “solar show and tell display piece” that helps you understand the components and layout of a solar system. These guys are pro’s and the information you will receive will make you wonder why you don’t already have solar power charging your system. Refrigerators need air for combustion, air flow for heat exhaust, sealed box for no out gassing, flange gasket, LP/CO detector for safety, propane, 12v, 110v, fans, etc. Adams class will cover it all along with changing the opening to replace an old unit with a new one. Changing from an Ice Box to an RV refrigerator. Adding a roof vent. Adding a side vent. Adding a back access door to the controls. Absorption vs Compressor types. Vintage vs. New. Off grid systems vs Traditional 2 way & 3 way systems. Ways to make newer refrigerators look more vintage, etc. And even some basic repairs if time permits! Classes: Everything you wanted to know about solar charging systems and Refrigerators A to Z |
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Gary Warner
Now retired, Gary Warner brings his years of experience of teaching electrical classes to those of us restorers that want to do it ALL ourselves! Gary uses life size demos and gets you hands-on with understanding 12 volt electrical. Gary will make wiring make sense even if you are a beginner. If you are planning on rewiring a trailer or just adding troubleshooting one, Gary’s classes will give you the confidence you need to get started. Class: 12 volt electrical, lighting and charging. |
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William Ward
William Ward Trailer Coach Restoration turns out just 1-2 trailers a year but most have ended up on the cover of the VCT Magazine or in the The VCT Book! Ward does most everything himself and always finds a way to incorporate a bathroom in his builds, (even if they did not have one originally.) This one feature can dramatically increase the value of a trailer or simply make it more comfortable for your travels. Class: Creative ways to incorporate or upgrade a bathroom in your trailer. |
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John Palmer
Master craftsman. Although John could teach us all a lot of things, he is bring us Metal Shaping 101, as used on vintage trailers this year. How to shape rain rails, and awning rails "without kinks". How to "anneal" aluminum trims to soften the metal for easy shaping. How to make simple polished aluminum edge trims with curves (for counter lips, wheel well edge trims, etc.) using a metal shrinker/stretcher. See some of Johns fabrication projects at Boot Camp that he has utilized in his own 1948 Spartan trailer. |
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Josh Hicks
Josh has years of trailer restoration experience and is currently a big part of the Artistic Airstream team. He will show you how to clean or repair your neglected heaters, fridges and stoves. Learn how do identify problems and possibly save that Dixie from the scrap pile! Class: Appliance Troubleshooting and repair. |
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Christopher Tremblay
All through my life, I have been interested in building things and fascinated by how things work. I attended George Washington High School in San Francisco, California. Had the great opportunity to attend one of the best shop curriculum around. Mechanical drawing , auto , metal and wood shops were some of my favorites. After high school, I went to work for the Mill Valley Cabinet Shop in Marin County building custom cabinets and related construction projects. Moved to Santa Cruz, California and started my own construction business, cabinets being a large part of what we do. Class: Project Management, Getting Started-Cabinet Making |
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Randy Bonfantini
Plumber at UA Local 38, Plumbers & Pipefitters (retired) Class: Plumbing Repair and Replacement for Vintage Trailers. |
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Jimmy Evans
Jimmy and Cheryl own “Jimmy Evans Did It” in Oroville, CA where Jimmy does custom bike building. After buying a 1999 Harley Electra Glide, and a 1990 Springer, Jimmy took them straight to his shop and started cutting them up and customizing them. Jimmy’s work is award winning. He said the coolest award he ever won was the “Bailon Award.” San Francisco Rod, Custom and Motorcycle Show annually gives the Joe Bailon Elegance Award. Joe Bailon is the creator of “Candy Apple Red” paint color and each year one vehicle wins the award based on the appearance of the paint, interior, engine, design and suspension. Jim Evan’s motorcycle was the only motorcycle to ever win this award. Class: Prep and paint your own trailer! Others that have taken Jimmy's class are proof that it can be done! |
Dawn and Patrick Farrier
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Dawn Farrier
Owner of The Creation Station Fabric & Quilt Shop in Buellton, CA, Dawn Farrier is an eclectic and energetic Artist. She has worn many hats during her career as a creative entrepreneur including event decorator, costume designer and for the last 17 years has been the brains behind her brick and mortar shop in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley on California's Central Coast. She and her shop are known for their "Funky Retro" vibe and outside-the-box inspiration. She has lectured within the Quilt Industry sharing with other shop owners how to create unique displays and stylized merchandising with budget-inspired recycled materials. She is a Trained Sewing Instructor and has done it all -- garments, upholstery, drapes, quilts and more. Her true calling is the drive to teach others, of any age, how to create, stitch and craft. Making both tangible treasures and handmade memories. Classes: These classes are open to "Guest Pass" ticket Holders and are also great for kids. Get Your Stitch on, (no machine required) Relaxing and easy hand embroidery is simple to learn. We will show you old school stitches and new school trends like crayon coloring to enhance and create trailer-themed projects. Hand embroidery is a perfect, compact craft with minimal supplies that is always ready to grab and go! *everyone welcome, no experience required. * supplies/ kits available on-site for purchase Sweet Dreams Pillowcases We will have loads of trailer themed pre-cut pillowcase kits to choose from. These are always a favorite and make great gifts. You will be making a 3 piece pillowcase with finished seams as well as contrasting trim and cuff. New to sewing? No worries. This is one of the first classes I do with my 7 - 10 year old students. If they can rock it...so can you! You'll be beaming with pride over your bespoke bedding. *everyone welcome, no experience required. *We will have machines on-site, but if you have one please bring it * supplies/ kits available on-site for purchase Who Says Less is More? It's all about the Accents! Keeping it simple we'll show you tips and tricks to quick and easy trailer accessories. Fold-over pillow covers, basic buntings and kitschy coasters. If you're an over achiever...we'll even throw in an easy Apron. We'll take out the Tramp and put in the Glamp! *everyone welcome, no experience required. *We will have machines on-site, but if you have one please bring it * supplies/ kits available on-site for purchase Kitschy Camper Crafts We're going old school and flashing back to a time before "DIY" and online tutorials existed. We will make Shrinky Dink Trailer Trinkets from disposable food containers. We'll cut recycled glass bottles into Retro Redneck votives. And we will explore what to do with all those empty soda cans around the campsite with aluminum can crafts. We'll also demo how to make your very own flock of flamingos to class up the joint. So level up, drop the jacks and let us help you put the Trashy side of your Trailer persona back track! *everyone welcome, no experience required. * minimal supplies required, tools provided * if you have "pretty" cans or bottles you would like to play with, bring them along |