Escape the Chill - Find Your Thrill at Winter Blast!
Get ready for an adventure next Valentine’s and President’s Day Weekend! This Hangout will take place during the 37th Annual Western Winter Blast in Lake Havasu City, where we'll dry camp at the Lake Havasu Rodeo Grounds, so you can enjoy views of spectacular fireworks right from your RV! This six-night Hangout embraces a pyrotechnics extravaganza as well as several outdoor activities in the Lake Havasu City area. We'll challenge you to a scavenger hunt, a walking tour of the iconic London Bridge, and a scenic paddle-wheeler cruise around Thompson Bay Island.
NOTE: ALL SITES ARE DRY CAMPING at the Rodeo Grounds.
Photo credit: Dan & Amy Knowles SKP# 141715
Get your 2026 off to a bang!
Hangout Highlights
Expand your Escapees Family by hanging out with new friends for a week
Fireworks Performances
Lake Havasu Cruise with Pizza
Bill Williams Wildlife Refuge
Group Asian Buffet Lunch
Group Exploring, Hiking & Biking. Good local kayaking opportunities too
BYO boots, bikes & kayaks
Hangout Location
Event Schedule
Scheduled activities are subject to change. Activities marked with an asterisk (*) are not included in your Hangout fee (e.g., entrance and parking fees, optional meals, or activities).
Monday, February 9th
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Optional Early Arrival
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No Hangout activities
Tuesday, February 10th
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Arrival at Lake Havasu Rodeo Grounds
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Check-in with Hangout Hosts
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Welcome Gathering & Introductions
Wednesday, February 11th
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Dixie Belle Paddle-Wheel Cruise & pizza lunch
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WPA Presentation about Fireworks
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Campfires
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Event Details
Date
Feb 10-17, 2026
Host Name
Will & Lucinda Belden
Location
Escapees Rainbows End RV Park
Dottie Loop,
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
(34.44529840, -114.26300500)
Venue Contacts
https://rainbowsend.escapeesrvparks.com/
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After You Register
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Email Confirmation
You'll receive an order confirmation email from Showclix. Please read it carefully. For registration concerns, email registration@escapees.com.
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Event Facebook Group
After registering, join the private Winter Blast Facebook group. The link will be in your confirmation email.
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Preparing for the Event
A pre-arrival email will be sent 30 days before the event with additional details. For event questions, contact hangouts@escapees.com
Registration Includes
6 nights RV Dry Camping & Hangout Hosts
4 nights of Fireworks Shows
Paddle-wheeler cruise on Lake Havasu with pizza lunch
Live Music at Rodeogrounds Pavilion
Valentines Buffet Lunch and Soft Drink
Bill Williams Wildlife Refuge
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What to Expect at a Hangout
Is this event right for me?
Every Escapees RV Club member is welcome at all events, and every activity is optional. This Hangout is best suited for members who:
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Enjoy actively exploring in groups
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Can participate in activities all day, weekdays and weekends
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Are comfortable and equipped for 6 nights of dry camping
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Have your own transportation, if carpooling cannot be arranged
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Pet 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 after a dog that died during a fireworks show. For this reason, you may wish to consider boarding your dog during the Winter Blast Hangout.
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Pet Warnings
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. #No dog waste to be left anywhere other than in a trash receptacle.
If this event isn't right for you, consider another Hangout or perhaps an Xscapers Convergence, which are designed around working-age RVers with most activities in the evenings and weekends. For a more all-inclusive experience, consider one of our HOPs.
Disclaimers
By registering for this Hangout, you are representing and agreeing to the following:
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You are physically capable of participating in the event.
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Your recreational vehicle, other vehicles, and any other equipment you may use to participate in the event will be in working condition.
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You will observe all applicable laws (including obtaining relevant licenses) and event rules and will conduct yourself in a safe and prudent manner while participating in the event.
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Although volunteers may be directing and assisting you to your parking area, 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 your property or the property of others.
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You accept and assume all risks arising from participation in the event and waive and release all claims against Escapees, Harvest Hosts Opco LLC or its affiliates relating to such participation.
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You consent to receive medical treatment deemed necessary if you are injured or require medical attention during your participation in the event and agree that you are solely responsible for all related costs.
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You grant your permission to be filmed, videotaped, audiotaped, or photographed and grant to Escapees full use thereof without compensation.
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You will receive occasional email notifications of future Escapees events; however, you can opt out of these notifications at any time.
The above is only a summary. Please carefully read the full terms and conditions, assumption of risk, and waiver of claims agreement that will be provided to you during the registration process.
Cancellations
For cancellations, please email registration@escapees.com
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Cancellations before 11:59pm Central Time on Friday December 12, 2025, will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee.
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Cancellations before 11:59 p.m. Central Time on Friday, January 9, 2025, will receive a 50% refund.
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No refunds will be issued after January 9, 2025.
Travel Insurance
Things can happen; and we don’t want you to be even more disappointed by not receiving a refund.
We highly suggest you purchase travel insurance to protect your investment in this HOP should you need to cancel.
Insurance can also help cover unexpected illnesses, emergency medical and trip interruption expenses during the HOP.
If you or a family member has a pre-existing medical condition, consider purchasing trip cancellation or interruption insurance.
