Sisters on the Fly on the road to Sisters

Sisters on the Fly are due to arrive in the town of Sisters June 20-24. More than 120 women from the Northwest will arrive at the campground next to the Sisters Rodeo Fairgrounds with their vintage trailers.

Sisters on the Fly is a national group of women with old refurbished trailers that "glamp" through out the United States. "Glamping" is to gather and camp, bringing all the comforts of home with you.

"No men, no children, and no gossip" is the motto. Most "sisters" join the camping club to have a fun time shopping, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, shooting, kayaking, etc. Any outdoor activity is encouraged. Some opt to read, knit, learn to draw or just do nothing but relax. Almost all of the women find that their husbands don't enjoy the traveling and camping as much as they do.

The "cowgirl" caravan of retro trailers has grown to over 2,100 members. Most of the women have adorned their trailers to suit their personality. Some boast an Alice in Wonderland theme, others have tulips, log cabin, fishing or horse riding décor.

"One just picks a reflection of their dream trailer and fixes it up to suit your own person style," said Karee Westley, Sister No. 2030, a local member who joined last year. Some ladies have newer-style trailers, some are still looking for the right trailer and some buy from one another. Most are small, 8 to 14 feet; some tent it or car camp until they find the right fit to their heart's desire.

Once the women arrive in Sisters, the fun begins as each sister lavishly decorates her petite house and stages it to feel cozy and comfy. The vintage trailers are painted, renovated and painstakingly brought back to their original beauty. Many have murals, faux fireplaces, luxury pillows, bedspreads and curtains to enhance the décor. Usually a day is set up for locals to tour the tiny trailers and make a donation to a local charity; this year the time and date is set for Saturday, June 23.

All proceeds collected will go to Healing Reins, a non-profit horse sanctuary.

For more information visit www.sistersonthefly.com.