Vintage 1970s NCHA Tornado Campers Hikers Wichita Kansas Patch Vests Lot of 2 For Sale
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Vintage 1970s NCHA Tornado Campers Hikers Wichita Kansas Patch Vests Lot of 2:
$49.99
Wonderful lot of two vintage NCHA (National Campers and Hikers Association) camping club vests loaded with original patches, badges and campout memorabilia, primarily dating from the late 1960s through mid-1970s.
Both bright turquoise vests feature large Tornado Campers – Wichita, Kansas – NCHA fabric patches on the backs along with numerous vintage embroidered patches commemorating Kansas camping conventions, rallies and events.
Highlights include:
• NCHA embroidered patches
• Past President badges
• Large Tornado Campers Wichita, Kansas back fabric patches
• Kansas State Convention Campers patches with dated location tabs including Lake Afton 1970 & 1972, Tuttle 1971, Abilene 1972, Medicine Lodge 1973, Melvern 1974 and Salina 1974
• Area IV camping patches
• Wichita Centennial Celebration 1869–1970 patches
• Kansas Campers Association 10 Years of Camping Friendships 1962–1972 patches
• NCHA Conservation patches
• Summit Pikes Peak Colorado patches
• Christmas in August memorabilia
• Independence 1970 patches
• Great Bend and Lees Campground 1975 patches
• Plus a few additional patches, name badge, pins and handmade camping souvenirs
These two vests came from the same Wichita-area estate and appear to have belonged to a couple who were active members of the NCHA Tornado Campers. They have been kept together and are being sold as a pair so their legacy can live on and be appreciated.
Measurements:
Larger/longer vest:
Pit to pit: approx. 22”
Length down center back: approx. 26.5”
Shorter vest:
Pit to pit: approx. 22”
Length down center back: approx. 23.5”
Both are in overall good vintage condition. Expect normal age-related wear, light marks and wear to some of the patches, badges and attached memorabilia. Please review photos closely for condition and for all included patches and details.
Sold together as one lot exactly as found. A unique collection of vintage Kansas camping, RV and NCHA memorabilia from the Tornado Campers chapter in Wichita.
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