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Xscapers Winter Blast – SOLD OUT
February 14, 2022 - February 21, 2022
Xscapers Winter Blast 2022 - SOLD OUT
Lake Havasu City Rodeo Grounds
February 14th - 21st, 2022
Join your fellow Xscapers for a low-key gathering in Lake Havasu where we have snagged a designated park area for the 2022 Western Winter Blast at the SARA Park Rodeo Grounds. The week will be filled with live music, social gatherings, and epic fireworks displays. This event is limited to 24 tickets and only dry camping will be available, so act fast!
Annual Bash attendees will have first dibs on these tickets.
33rd Annual Western Winter Blast Pyrotechnics Show
Western Winter Blast, held each President’s Day Weekend, is the premier pyrotechnics event of the winter. Fireworks manufacturers, show producers, and pyrotechnic hobbyists come to Winter Blast from around the globe for daytime conferences. Then at night, the sky over Lake Havasu City lights up with fireworks shows and demonstrations. Our seven-day Winter Blast Convergence will let you and your fellow Xscapers experience this pyrotechnic extravaganza mixed in with some fun group activities, including live music, group meals and more!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THIS CONVERGENCE
- The Winter Blast is not an Escapees/ Xscapers event. This is a 3rd party event that we will attend as a group.
- Annual Bash attendees will have priority access to tickets. If there are any remaining tickets they will go on sale on 1/19/2022 at 11:00 am CST
- This will not be a typical Xscapers convergence. Club-organized events will be limited, with the majority of events being organized by a 3rd party.
- ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. There will be no refunds for cancellations.
Event Information
Happy Hour
After the work day ends, join the group for cocktails and conversation.
Mini Lot Crawl
Just like the regular lot crawl, except smaller. As a group, we will move from one rig to the next. We encourage you to open your rig to tours and provide snacks, appetizers, or drinks to share with other members.
Team Trivia
Gather your team and prepare to match wits in a pub style trivia game. Topics will range from music and movies to general knowledge and pop culture.
Live Music
The Rodeo Grounds will be host to live bands on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Pot Luck Brunch
Bring a brunch dish to pass. Keep it simple or go all out. If each of us brings a little something, there will be enough for everyone
Lawn Games
Participate in or spectate one of the the many games we will have available, such as corn hole, giant jenga, kan jam, etc.
Schedule
Monday 2/14
Arrival
Faux Fire Welcome
Tuesday 2/15
Mini Lot Crawl
Wednesday 2/16
Happy Hour
Team Trivia
Thursday 2/17
Happy Hour w/ Music by Xscapers Own Nathan Andrews.
Fireworks Display
Friday 2/18
Live Music by Dual Fusion
Fireworks Display
Saturday 2/19
Adult Lawn Games
Live Music by Crosscutt
Cowboy BBQ Dinner
Fireworks Display
Sunday 2/20
Pot Luck Brunch
Live Music by Whiskey River Band
Fireworks Display
Monday 2/21
GTFO Doughnuts
A Note For Dog Owners
The organizers of Winter Blast strongly discourage campers from bringing dogs to the event because of the continuous loud noises associated with the nearby fireworks displays. In fact, Dylan’s Dog Park inside SARA Park is named for a dog that dropped dead during the fireworks in a prior year. For this reason, you may wish to skip this event or consider boarding your dog during the Winter Blast Hangout.
If you do choose to bring your dog, the Rodeo Grounds has the following rules:
- Dogs must never be left unattended.
- Dogs must always be on a leash when outside your RV.
- Dogs may not be brought to the grandstands or food court area (but elsewhere on the Rodeo Grounds is OK).
- No dog waste may be left anywhere other than in a trash receptacle.
The Rodeo Grounds management has advised us that they may ask campers to leave, without a refund, if a barking dog is left unattended in an RV.
FAQs
There are restrooms and showers onsite.
Sure! We love kids! Just remember to keep your kids on a leash when they are out side of your RV. Wait, that’s pets. Pets on a leash, kids under supervision.
The organizers of Winter Blast strongly discourage campers from bringing dogs to the event because of the continuous loud noises associated with the nearby fireworks displays. In fact, Dylan’s Dog Park inside SARA Park is named after a dog that dropped dead during the fireworks in a prior year. For this reason, you may wish to consider boarding your dog during the Winter Blast Hangout.
If you do choose to bring your dog, the Rodeo Grounds has the following rules:
- Dogs must never be left unattended.
- Dogs must always be on a leash when outside your RV.
- Dogs may not be brought to the grandstands or food court area (but elsewhere on the Rodeo Grounds is OK).
- No dog waste may be left anywhere other than in a trash receptacle.
The Rodeo Grounds management has advised us that they may ask campers to leave, without a refund, if a barking dog is left unattended in an RV.
There will be on-site trash dumpsters. Please break down all trash to make it as small as possible, especially boxes!
There will be no early arrival or late departures for this event. Please do not plan on arriving any earlier than 12:00 PM on Monday 2/14. You are not required to arrive on Monday 2/14. You can arrive on any day of the event but be aware that the grounds will become more congested as it gets closer to the weekend. Check-out time is 11:00 AM on Monday 2/21.
All sites will be 20’x50′. Only one RV/camping rig per site. Additional rigs will need to purchase additional tickets.
Our group will have a designated parking section at this event however, if you would like to park next to someone specific (within the Xscapers group), please arrive at the same time.
The dump station will not be available for use during the event, but a pump out truck will be on site Friday – Monday for an additional charge (cash only). For the best experience, please arrive with your black tank empty and your water tank full and utilize conservation methods. Due to the nature of this event, you may not be able to access to the dump station on site after the event is over, so be prepared to leave the rodeo grounds and dump in a different location.
Cell phone signal is strong for all major carriers. Speeds can tend to slow down due to tower congestion during large event such as this.
There will be no coordinated mail delivery for this event. You can use the local post office for general delivery or one of the two Amazon locker hubs located in town.
The main reasons for you to attend a convergence should be to have fun and meet other like-minded RVers. Networking and making potential business leads is a natural result of being part of an awesome community. We don’t want the Xscapers community to be bombarded or feel like they are a commodity. If the main reason you are wanting to attend an Xscapers event is to sell something, market to attendees, or simply to generate content we would ask that you contact us directly for corporate sponsorship.
ALL TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT ARE FINAL! THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS ISSUED FOR CANCELLATIONS.
If you need to make changes or cancel your registration, please email registration@escapees.com
No problem! Just email convergences@escapees.com with your question, and we’ll do our best to get you an answer.
Is an Xscapers Convergence Right for Me?
Xscapers was formed to bring Escapees RV Club back to its original roots of supporting RVers who are working from the road. At Convergences, you will find a community of active and free-spirited individuals with a passion for travel and adventure.
About 80% of Xscapers have full-time jobs they do remotely or seasonally. This means we typically don’t hold activities during work hours (with the exception of Annual Bash). Starting later in the day also means later nights. We have found that this can be a factor in deciding what event program people attend.
We try to give the most fun and entertainment value at an affordable price. One way we do that is by boondocking as much as possible. Our events are also a great way for newbie boondockers to learn from experienced ones. We try to divide our camping areas into those who have solar and those who want to run generators when possible.
Xscapers is an inclusive community, connected through the bond of RVing. This means we welcome people from all walks of life, no matter race, sexual orientation, political/religious views, lifestyle or RV type. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
Registration Includes
- 7 nights of camping with showers and restrooms on-site
- Daily Happy Hour
- The now-infamous Xscapers Lot Crawl
- Team Trivia
- Pot Luck Brunch
- Live Music
- Cowboy BBQ Dinner
- The most epic fireworks display in the world
Standard Ticket Pricing
- Bash attendees will get first access to tickets
- You must be a member of Escapees RV Club to attend this event with the Xscapers group.
- Prices are subject to change.
- Tickets must be purchased online through this website.
- Tickets are non-transferable.
Covid-19 Precautions
Proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID test within 72 hours of arrival to the event will be required for entry. We ask that you do your best to minimize your potential for exposure before attending the event by social distancing and/or not going out in public, if possible. This will ensure that all of the attendees can have a fun and care-free experience while attending this event.
After Registering
You will receive confirmation of your registration to your given email address within a few minutes of purchase. It will include a link to the event Facebook group. Also, be on the look out for additional e-mails as the event draws closer.
Cancellation
If we must cancel the event, or your attendance at the event, due to local health department restrictions, such as those restricting the size of gatherings, you will receive a full refund of your registration fees.
We only accept credit or debit card payment for Convergence registration. All refunds will be credited to the card used at time of registration. No cash refunds.
ALL TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR INDIVIDUAL CANCELLATIONS. If you can not attend the event for any reason, please contact registration@escapees.com
By registering for this event, you are agreeing to the following:
- As an attendee, you assume all risk and danger relating to your personal property, RV and attendance at the event, whether occurring prior to, during, or after the event. In the event of loss or theft, no claim will be made upon Escapees, its volunteers, employees or agents.
- Volunteers may be directing and assisting you in your parking areas. However, it is the driver of the vehicle who is ultimately responsible for avoiding obstacles or dangerous situations and is solely responsible for any damage to one’s property or the property of others.
- As an attendee at this event, you are granting your permission to be filmed, videotaped, audiotaped, or photographed, and granting to Escapees RV Club the full use of any such recordings or images without compensation.
- By registering, you will also receive occasional email notifications of future Convergences; however, you can opt-out of these notifications at any time.
In addition to the above, you will be required during registration to agree that you will help provide a safe environment for everyone by complying with our health and safety rules, and to release Escapees RV Club from liability should you become ill during the event.
SMBH (b for blonde) as I see on fb that the tickets were on sale during the Bash. We will be in LHC then anyway. Would we be able to stop in and hang out, knowing we aren’t participating in food or ?
Hi Stacey,
I sent you an e-mail regarding this event.
Thanks,
Hollie
Xscapers Convergence Director
Can non xscapers attend. I am a member of Escapes
Absolutely! We’re all Escapees here!
I will be in the area can I come for the event even though I won’t be camp there I am an escape Member
This is a 3rd party event so you can attend the festivities on your own. However, in order to attend any Escapees or Xscapers scheduled events, you must be a ticketed attendee.
Can Skoolies attend this event?
As long as it is all self contained and you can fit in the 20’x50′ site, absolutely!
Hi, we are in Lake Havasu for the winter, and I wanted to see if we can come by for a day or two during the events?
Thanks,
Jerry Kemper
This is a 3rd party event so you can attend the Winter Blast festivities on your own. However, in order to attend any Escapees or Xscapers scheduled events, you must be a ticketed attendee.