Three Rivers Rally...April 10-12, 2008

Well, it was another great year at the Jazz Festival in Three Rivers, California! Diane Stricker provided the info and a few of us attended. We dry camped at the festival site...only $40 for the weekend and you could come early and stay later. The three day festival pass was $75. The Three Rivers area is beautifully situated near the entrance to the Sequoia National Park. There's also boating nearby and a neat little town called Exeter, fun for antiqueing and checking out the many murals scattered throughout town. We had a delicious tri tip omelette at a local restuarant in town. We also enjoyed a full day's drive through the National Park. April is a wonderful time to visit...the weather was perfect, the wildflowers in full bloom and the crowds were minimal. The festival, spnsored by the Lion's Club and benefiting local charities, was a delight. Diane wants me to emphasize that this is mostlyDixie style jazz, which pulls top bands from across the country. The bands rotate through three local venues, which is very convenient. You never have to move your van as all the bands rotate in during the festival. There is a free shuttle available if you'd like to try a different venue. There is great BBQ, as well as breakfasts, drinks (both with and w/o alcohol) and snacks available...also flush toilets.

The Three Rivers Jazz Festival is usually held the second weekend in April. It's definitely a must see! Hope you'll consider joining us next year...