The Hi Jolly Parade is hands-down one of the most unique celebrations you’ll find in the Arizona desert! Every January, the streets of Quartzsite come alive to honor the legacy of Philip Tedro—better known as Hi Jolly—the lead camel driver for the U.S. Army's experimental Camel Corps back in the 1850s. It’s a classic small-town parade with a huge desert twist, featuring everything from decorated floats and vintage vehicles to live camels marching right through town. It’s a wonderful way for the RVer community to gather, celebrate local history, and tip our hats to the "ships of the desert" that once helped blaze the trails we travel today.

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Thanks all.

~~~Russ