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RE: RMNP Extends Campground Closure
We too had reservations for the Memorial Day weekend in the Sawtooth National Rec in Idaho through Recreation.gov and we just got the notice and refund emails yesterday. All CGs are closed in this area. For us, and most campers, social distancing is a natural so to me it doesn't make sense, but I understand and accept it. Boondocking or dispersed camping is allowed as I confirmed with the FS office, so we'll take our chances on finding a place.
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ReneeG
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05/08/20 07:17am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway Montana
I'm the OP and we took that trip after asking here, in 2018. We thought it was an amazing, beautiful area. We camped at Boulder Creek CG on the north end. We came in through Wisdom and went out the same way, but drove the entire length of the byway. At one time the southern end was gravel, but it is now paved. There is a hair pin turn and climb at the southern end, but nothing too drastic, at least in our opinion. We felt that this was comparable to Yellowstone, but no crowds in September when we went. We were alone in the CG we stayed in. It was great! After leaving there we went to Lewis and Clark Caverns then returned and went to Bannack State Park - well worth it and we liked it much better than L&C Caverns State Park. This area is well worth the trip.
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ReneeG
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05/08/20 07:09am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Yes!! I found a way to RV during this awful Covid isolation!
What a great idea AND I had a good chuckle.
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ReneeG
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04/29/20 03:33pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Travel When Restrictions lifted
We've got reservations for a FS CG up in Stanley, ID for the Memorial Day weekend. So far they haven't been cancelled, so we're waiting. If they do cancel them, we'll go boondocking somewhere up there. We also have reservations for the July 4th holiday in the same area, but different FS CG. Problem with the location is that there have been numerous earthquakes and aftershocks in that area as early as this last Monday, April 20.
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ReneeG
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04/23/20 08:18am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Tent Camping Forum
The OP posted that back in December of 2019. He may or may not have gone due to the COVID-19 issues.
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ReneeG
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04/22/20 09:33am |
Tent Camping
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RE: Tent Camping Forum
The OP posted that back in December of 2019. He may or may not have gone due to the COVID-19 issues.
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ReneeG
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04/22/20 09:33am |
Tent Camping
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RE: Tent Camping Forum
The OP posted that back in December of 2019. He may or may not have gone due to the COVID-19 issues.
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ReneeG
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04/22/20 09:33am |
Tent Camping
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RE: Las Vegas to Grand Teton soon..
Sure does go thru Jackpot. We sometimes dry park at Bartons 93 Casino. Also use the RV park at Cactus Pete's Casino. When in Twin Falls we usually stay at Rock Creek County Park or the Filer Fairgrounds.
It's been years since we've been through Jackpot but we used to dry camp for the night across the street that had a sign "Courtesy of Casino 93". Nice wide dirt spot and we were never alone. Always other RV'ers staying overnight.
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ReneeG
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04/21/20 01:49pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Las Vegas to Grand Teton soon..
Take route wguss recommended. From that direction you'll go through Star Valley, hit Alpine Junction and up through the Snake River canyon. That's 89 to 26. This route avoids Teton Pass which is not recommended for big RVs. Don't know what you are driving or towing, but go around instead through Alpine Junction.
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ReneeG
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04/20/20 10:54am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Extended warranty. What are your thoughts
We've purchased extended warranties for our Ford's. 2005 Freestyle - purchased ext warranty because of all the electronics. Took it in for an AC check. Turned out the compressor needed replaced and BTW, our transmission was failing. Both with ext warranty - $100, without the bill was a little over $4k.
Purchased an extended warranty on our 2011 F350 Ford Diesel - a sensor had to be replaced, can't remember the name. $100 - without close to $1k.
Just recently purchased a CPO - Certified Pre-Owned 2018 Escape. You can **** well bet that we purchased the extended warranty AND will renew on the F350 in June too. Diesels can be expensive for repair work and it will happen.
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ReneeG
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04/10/20 09:33am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: CDC and the government may be loosening the lockdown
Put a layer of a HEPA vacuum cleaner bag in the mask you make. Rated to 3 microns. Will give additional protection if you can get a good seal around the face.
Now that's a good idea. I thought about using some of that a/c or furnace filters that they sell.
There's actually a YouTube video on this and how to make 4 masks out of one HEPA filter, duckbill style is bet according to the maker of the video who is in the health field.
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ReneeG
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04/08/20 03:57pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Hwy. 95 in Idaho
Agree. With the properly equipped tow vehicle you will not have any problems with Whitebird or Lewiston hill. The rest of the route is good two lane. Some areas with no to minimal shoulders, but that's about it. A lot of stops on the wide side of the road south of Riggins, for a break. Another climb north of Weiser, and a good rest area on that hill that you can get in and out easily. A downgrade south of New Meadows and north of Cambridge/Council, slow and steady. Open range in that area so be alert.
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ReneeG
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03/26/20 04:18pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Campgrounds on US16 in Big Horn Mtns.
We have driven up there and towed, but not camped. We pulled in to one to check it out, but would have to look it up. Have you checked Campendium for reviews? This is a super site with often photos and personal reviews. It's worth a check.
Note - just checked Campendium - all three are up there. The only one without photos, but with a review, is Boulder Park.
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ReneeG
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03/05/20 07:57am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Looking for old RV fridge repair in Boise, ID
When we lived in Boise we used Boise RV repair in Garden Valley. They repaired my fridge and serviced my Water Heater in 1995 trailer plus did all my annual maintenance. Good guys.
Jesseannie
You probably meant Garden City.
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ReneeG
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03/01/20 01:32pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Looking for old RV fridge repair in Boise, ID
Highly recommend United RV Repair in Boise. We have all the maintenance on our unit done with them. United RV Repair link. They're up on Federal Way. Great couple of guys!
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ReneeG
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02/29/20 05:20pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Dish TV
Thank you , I have been a Dish customer for 29 years, and your right pay as I use it for my 5th wheel sounds great. Tony
that's what we do. We pay for the months we use it then place it on hold for up to 6 months.
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ReneeG
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02/23/20 09:01am |
Technology Corner
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RE: Dish TV
We have the Winegard Trav'ler with Dish on our FW and really enjoy having it.
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ReneeG
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02/22/20 07:15pm |
Technology Corner
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RE: Insurance Denying Claims
Eric&Lisa, your idea sucks, really sucks.
You want to challenge every new poster as to their bona fides?
I have been posting for 15 years,and with out a doubt this forum is filthy with armchair experts, weight police, RV DOT,rule makers, rule breakers,petty tyrants,and know it alls.
Ten years ago,you could not keep up with the daily posts,now? Some threads go several days with out an exchange.
Do we see the same questions over and over? Of course,none of us was born with an RV coming out of our butt. There is a learning curve,and we all learn at a different pace.
Spend a day glancing thru responses and ask yourself, Why would a newby subject himself to "google is your friend" ,"one post and gone"
"troll question"
and even worse.
The forum employs moderators to do just that. If you are a frustrated moderater wannabee, please start your own forum where you can be God!
Well said!!!
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ReneeG
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02/16/20 02:11pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Roof Sealing
Hey... I've tried several searches for Crazy Seal roof coating... came up with nothing. Prby my lack of search skills... anyway, has anyone used this product? If so, any comments would be appreciated. Travel safe
CrazySeal
Found it on the RVTravel.com current newsletter from this last Sunday.
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ReneeG
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02/13/20 10:00am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Trillium Lake Campground, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon
Thanks everyone for your help. Yeah we have checked on Campendium, looked at the photos on campsitephotos.com, Google Maps, Google Earth Pro, Rec.gov and I'm sure some others. We've done pertnear a gazillion searches. Just thought maybe someone on here had actually been there and knew the sites. We'll endeavor To persevere.
Thanks
If I lived close enough I'd drive over and check it out for you.
Our 5th wheel is 35' long. Using multiple internet sites to determine if we fit when going into a CG for the first time usually works for us. The photos help and I pick a site based on Google Maps aerial views for backing in purposes. I look for photos with long trailers in them or if just a short one, then I really look at the photo to determine if it will work for us. Last resort, I call the forest service office for that CG and ask them questions.
Another thing we do is to stop first and check in with the host. Every single time we ask them for the best site for our rig, they will escort us to the best site.
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ReneeG
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02/13/20 08:45am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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