Category: RV Campgrounds
Hi Desert RV, A Great Place to Getaway From It All
March 13, 2012 by Guest Blogger · 3 Comments
Hi Desert RV is conveniently located at the 180 off ramp from interstate 80 in Winnemucca NV. East bound and West bound traffic have easy access as there are both exit and entrance ramps to the interstate .7 miles west to Hi Desert RV. From the entrance with the American Flag flying high, old town façade and water wheel, putting green, koi pond and shuffleboard courts to our recreation hall, heated pool, and out west hospitality, Hi Desert RV has many amenities that set them apart. The beautifully landscaped sites offer the modern RV’er with all the comforts they have come to expect. Clearly delineated sites bordered by lodge poles, clean gravel, picnic table, 30 and 50 amp service, water, sewer, pull through sites (some 70ft.) and the most modern WI-FI service available. Tent camping too! In the main building, they stock and maintain the most complete RV supply store around. Fresh water, Sewer, Electrical, Hardware supplies are all in stock. They even stock several hard to find items... [Read more...]
IMAGINE YOURSELF HERE – Relaxing along Florida’s “Forgotten Coast.”
March 9, 2012 by Professor95 · 5 Comments
My Mom always said I was part fish. You see, I love the water. It can be a lake, pond, or ocean – it really doesn’t make any difference as long as I can get out on or in it. After aimlessly wandering around Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana, we found ourselves skirting the Gulf Coast of Florida on Highway 98. Our destination was a small “hole-in-the-wall” RV Park just outside of Carrabelle. Appropriately, the park’s name is Ho-Hum. Now, if that doesn’t imply a laid back and restful don’t-give-a-care attitude I don’t know what does? There are maybe 50 sites here. All of them are made up of broken shells, gravel, and sand. Grass is scarce, much to Oscar’s dismay, but beautiful views and magnificent barrier islands are aplenty. If you are looking for shopping, movies and amusement park rides this is definitely not where you want to go. But, if you want to lay back and forget about the hectic pace of more populated and busy locations, this is the place... [Read more...]
The RV Lifestyle….Our Little Piece of Paradise
March 9, 2012 by Guest Blogger · Leave a Comment
By Cathy Miles In the early part of 2001, we decided to upgrade from our Class C Leprechaun to a Horizon diesel pusher. Of course, being extremely excited, we couldn’t wait to spend our first night in our new rig. We grabbed our Woodall’s Campground Directory and found Cross Creek Camping Resort in the Columbus, Ohio area. This would be an ideal destination, as it would provide us with some road time from the dealership, yet it was only 150 miles from our home. We spent the night, and thus our lives were forever changed. While I was still teaching, our visits in the spring were limited to weekends. We would slip away to Cross Creek whenever we could. As the summer arrived, our stays became more regular and longer. With the onset of fall, our attention was focused on Ohio State football as we had season tickets. Cross Creek Camping Resort was just the answer. We would arrive on Friday evening; take the unit to the “SHOE” on Saturday morning to tailgate; and after the game,... [Read more...]
LVM Resort: Celebrating the Las Vegas Lifestyle
March 7, 2012 by Guest Blogger · 1 Comment
LVM Resort is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, just minutes from The Strip. The resort’s premium location provides guests with world-class shopping, dining, major sporting events and local outdoor attractions. The 41-acre award winning resort features a tropical setting accented with palm trees and flowering shrubs. LVM Resort, designed for the convenience and enjoyment of “Class A” Motorcoaches only, offers ownership opportunities and benefits. It provides owners and guests with the finest in facilities and services. Amenities at LVM Resort include: Welcome Center with concierge services, Gatehouse staffed with 24-hour security, 10,000 square foot Clubhouse equipped with concert hall, flat screen TV and outdoor kitchen, Owner’s Lounge with billiards room, library, and theatre, 4 Resort-style swimming pools including whirlpools and The Diner Restaurant, an onsite 50s style diner open 6 days a week. Also included in the resort’s amenities is a Spa and Fitness Centerwith state-of-the-art... [Read more...]
WE FOUND A PHOTO OF PRESIDENT CLINTON NUDE!
February 24, 2012 by Professor95 · Leave a Comment
Hanging out around a library wasn’t exactly one of the most exciting items on my list of things to do Monday. But, it was President’s Day and we were not that far from the William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, Arkansas. Besides, admission is free on President’s Day and I have never been one to pass up free admission to anything. In case you may have forgotten, Bill Clinton was our 42nd President serving two terms between 1992 and 2000. While he may be best remembered for his shenanigans with a young White House aide, it was during his presidency that we reversed a climbing federal budget deficit and created nearly twenty-three million new American jobs. No prior administration had overseen the creation of so many new jobs, or at such a rapid pace. Entrance to the Clinton Library The Clinton Presidential Library is situated in a new 30-acre city park located right on the edge of the Arkansas River in the revitalized River Market area of Little Rock. ... [Read more...]
BIG WHEELS KEEP ON ROLLING -Friends, Family and Funerals
February 18, 2012 by Professor95 · 2 Comments
After a long and difficult illness, Nancy’s Mom died peacefully Sunday night. While it is always sad to lose a loved one, especially a parent, it is also a relief to know her human suffering was over. Born in 1920, she would have been 92 next week. We had been planning on joining a group of our friends in Florida on the Gulf Coast beginning March 1st for a couple of weeks – then suddenly, plans changed. The funeral was to take place in Bryant, Arkansas, some 1,200 miles away, on Saturday. We could fly, drive a four-wheeler or take the RV. We decided to take the RV to Arkansas and then to slowly work our way down to Florida after the Funeral. We found ourselves in a real frenzy preparing for a memorial service in our hometown on Wednesday and de-winterizing the RV for the trip. Somehow, we got it all together and pulled out Thursday morning a little before 5 a.m. It was raining. As most of you know, it is no fun driving in the rain – especially with a big RV. It rained... [Read more...]
Jackson Rancheria RV Park is gateway to Amador County’s Shenandoah Wine Country
February 3, 2012 by Guest Blogger · Leave a Comment
Why endure the crowds and costs of the Napa/Sonoma Wine Country when you explore the historic Shenandoah Valley Wine area of Amador County where most wineries are small, family-owned and the person conducting your wine tasting experience may well be the owner or wine maker. From Jackson Rancheria RV Park you are an easy drive to this wonderful wine area. Some three dozen wineries are nestled along scenic back roads in some of California’s most picturesque rural settings and offer gracious, unpretentious hospitality. You can sip Amador’s award-winning wines, including the famed old-vine zinfandels, while gazing at the beautiful, snow-capped Sierras or picnicking under grand old oak trees surrounded by vines. Complimentary wine tasting is available year around, but if you’re looking for something extra, plan to attend one of the two big events produced each year by the Amador Vintners Association. You can take a peek “Behind the Cellar Door” for a weekend of wine, food and fun,... [Read more...]
What is Your Travel Planning Style?
January 16, 2012 by Melissa A. Trainer · 2 Comments
Seward, Alaska, 2011 Do you have a method for planning your road trips or vacations? Do you dutifully sit down in January and target where and when you will go to specific destinations? Or, do you just “wing it” once the official camping season kicks off in the spring? I have to admit that I have waffled between both methods over the years. I am, in fact, still waffling! When we first started camping and our children were very young, I was pretty strict about planning in advance, pinpointing destinations, and then making reservations. I have vivid recollections of often doing this ten months in advance. Back then, it was a system that I needed to have in place. Packing food, kids, cars, and gear can be a monumental task. I knew I didn’t want to take the spontaneous route only to find out that the car was loaded and the campgrounds were too! Traveling and camping with young children can be challenging. I needed the certainty of knowing that we had a good campsite... [Read more...]
SHINGLES, CHRISTMAS 2011 and HAPPY 2012 CAMPING
January 8, 2012 by Professor95 · 2 Comments
WOW – Christmas came and went so fast it is hard to realize it was ever here! It’s not like it was when I was a kid and the days, hours and minutes crept by slower than molasses dripping out of a jar on a cold day. Now, time just flies by – you know, ZAP! One day you are 20 and before you know it 40 is here. Then, blink your eyes and 65 appears. Don’t believe me? Just wait and see (which I hope you will ). A lot of gifts were given and received. I gave Nancy a new Kindle Fire to replace the old (but still neat) B&W plain Kindle along with a big Amazon gift card so she can download plenty of new books. She is having a ball learning about the new features and of course, playing Angry Birds. Me? Well, I got everybody to stop giving me ties, shirts and socks years ago. Now, they know to give me tools, electronic gadgets, or gift cards to Camping World or Tractor Supply. I love them all! Oh, BTW – if you are a member of the Good Sam Club you are now... [Read more...]
Valdez is for Campers, RVers, and Adventurers!
November 30, 2011 by Melissa A. Trainer · 2 Comments
Photo by Michael De Young/ATIA Are you planning a road trip to Alaska? Are you thinking of traveling to and camping in America’s Last Frontier next summer? If so, then I would like to suggest adding Valdez to the itinerary. I must admit that I haven’t been there myself, but it was on my “to do” list when we lived in Anchorage about five years ago. Unfortunately, we got sidetracked with other destinations that summer, but when I was at the Alaska Media Road Show in Santa Barbara about a month ago, I was fortunate to meet with Colleen Stephens while I was there. Colleen is from the Valdez Convention and Visitors Bureau. She seemed to know exactly what I was interested in! Colleen explained that Valdez caters to campers! I was really happy to hear this because camping in Alaska can take a fair amount of initiative and organization. I know this because I’ve done it many times myself! Colleen explained that Valdez has many RV sites around town and that many... [Read more...]
