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RE: Ever hear of this camping company? Harvest Host
This topic has come up many times in the last 6 months and is a true YMMV.
For us, we use both Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome (now the same company, but keeping things separately). We've only full-timed since April, but have gotten our moneys worth. We normally use Boondockers for a one or two night stop while we're going from point A-B. We've had multiple stays with both, and every experience has been very positive. We prefer Boondockers because most places we have the option to stay multiple nights, and many have hookups. We just finished a six night stay in Centuria, WI at a 'hobby farm'. Super friendly folks, 50 amp power, and water. We visit an aunt in Luck, WI., just 10 minutes away. We're already planning another trip next spring.
We have a five night stay near Pensacola reserved with a Boondockers. Full hookups (dump on site but not at campsite). Most Boondockers Welcome sites that have hookups do ask for a donation, usually $5-$15/nite. More than worth it.
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MRC54
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10/12/21 06:24pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: simple laptop solution for RV travel
I love my Chromebook. It has 100g internal storage, although I normally use the cloud (Google drive). Boots up instantly, no bloatware, no viruses.
This might be a good excuse to join Costco for a year ($60, I think). They offer 90 day full returns on electronics, allows you to try for an extended time. They also double the mfg warranty.
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MRC54
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10/03/21 08:34pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: HarvestHost......anyone using it?
We use both Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome (now the same company, but keeping things separately). We've only full-timed since April, but have gotten our moneys worth. Four stays with different Harvest Hosts, including breweries and a Lavender Farm. We prefer Boondockers because most places we have the option to stay multiple nights, and many have hookups. We just finished a six night stay in Centuria, WI at a 'hobby farm'. Super friendly folks, 50 amp power, and water. We visit an aunt in Luck, WI., just 10 minutes away. We're already planning another trip next spring.
I have been able to make a few same day stops, but since we're full timers, I have a pretty solid itinerary planned in advance.
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MRC54
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09/14/21 07:55pm |
Class C Motorhomes
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McAllen, TX diesel shops & aux fuel tanks
We'll be in McAllen, TX for the month of October. I need some minor work on my 2009 GMC dually. Any shop recommendations?
Also, seeking advice on adding an aux fuel tank.
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MRC54
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09/05/21 08:50pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Long Beach, WA to Spokane
and BTW, our 1st night is in O'Sullivan's Sportsman Park (on Moses Lake near Othello, WA). Really a nice park. Large sites, lots of grass, paved streets.
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MRC54
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08/31/21 08:24am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Long Beach, WA to Spokane
Thanks to all the responses!Love this forum.
We leave in an hour or so, and after consideration of the suggestions, we chose #2. Takes us thru Kennewick for our 1st stop, then up thru Spokane on the way to Missoula. Staying there in a Harvest Host brewery.
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MRC54
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08/30/21 08:21am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Long Beach, WA to Spokane
Thanks obgraham
I know I can't avoid the passes, but if I DID mind the passes, which route would you recommend?
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MRC54
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08/29/21 02:04pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Long Beach, WA to Spokane
thx, but it's Long Beach, WA
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MRC54
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08/29/21 01:25pm |
Roads and Routes
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Long Beach, WA to Spokane
Need some advice... There are three routes, and they're all within minutes for driving time, and close for distance. Driving tomorrow, leaving 9ish
1. 101 to 5, Olympia, Tacoma, 18 to 90
2. Back to Portland, 82, 182, 395, 90
3. 20 to Longview, 5, 12,90
1 ton DRW, towing 41' 5th wheel, 16k loaded
any opinions out there?
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MRC54
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08/29/21 01:12pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Rv locks install
We installed ours a month ago. Probably because my coach is a 2021, it was a perfect fit. Might have taken 5 minutes.
I helped my son-in-law install his a few months ago in his 2011 trailer and it involved some cutting as you experienced.
We love the new lock, the remote fob is quite handy.
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MRC54
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07/28/21 09:37am |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: boondockerswelcome
We are new fulltimers (3 months) and have already used BW 5 times. They have merged with Harvest Hosts but pledge to keep separate. Our experience has been nothing but positive. As is the norm in the RV community, the people (hosts) have been amazing. More than helpful, anxious to provide a positive experience. So far, we prefer BW to HH due to the availability of more than one night (sometimes up to 5). Also, more and more BW have some type of hookups. Some have 50amp, some even have sewer hookups.
We do our best to adhere to the '3' rule. No more than 300 miles, and/or done by 3pm. So, when traveling from Washington to Wisconsin at the end of August, we will take our time, staying in various BW for a night or two (or more) along the way.
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MRC54
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07/15/21 08:06pm |
Public Lands, Boondocking and Dry Camping
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RE: Cripple creek/Pikes Peak
I lived in Woodland Park for 30 years, and worked in Cripple Creek for most of the time. Just left in April for our full time adventure.
Couple thoughts:
If you're concerned about altitude (Cripple Creek is 9,500), consider Woodland Park (8,500) or Colorado Springs (6,000).
Royal Gorge in Canon City is spectacular. Lunch/Dinner train or just visit.
New Olympic museum in Colorado Springs is spectacular.
Air Force Academy is something to see.
Under the radar: Paint Mines (google it), about 30 min west of Colorado Springs.
Victor Gold Mining tour, right next to Cripple Creek.
Florissant Fossil beds.
Have fun. It's beautiful!
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MRC54
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07/14/21 10:23am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Pros and Cons of Tankless water heaters in RV
as usual, for most any topic, YMMV
We are new full timers. 41' Alpine. Mostly hooked up in our first 3 months. We love our Suburban tankless. My experience with other Class A (three of them in the 2000s) was that having limited hot water via a tank was inconvenient. We are fortunate to have a large shower in our 3712KB, and tankless allows a nice long shower, followed by DW's long hot shower.
Again.... YMMV
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MRC54
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07/12/21 06:14pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Electric bikes !!
There is info online, some of it vague... But the consensus seems to be that Class 2 ebikes (pedal assist, throttle, 20mph max) are considered as normal bicycles. However, there are 5 states that consider any ebike as a motor vehicles.
My bike (Lectric) comes software limited to 20mph for this reason. With some software manipulation, top speed changes to 28mph.
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MRC54
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06/30/21 07:56pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Electric bikes !!
We'll throw out hat in the ring for the Letric bikes. Picked ours up at the factory in Phoenix. XP for me and step-thru for DW. We're just now adding a better seat, different handlebars, etc. We're currently in Long Beach, WA which allows bikes and vehicles on the beach. So much fun!
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MRC54
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06/27/21 03:03pm |
General RVing Issues
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Latch-It RV Door Lock
Received a Latch-It RV Door Lock from my daughter for Father's Day. Keypad with two FOBs.
During a weekend in Pismo with them in their 12 year old trailer I helped install one for them. It finally went okay, but certainly some modification to striker plates and door cutouts.
However, for my install (21 Alpine FW), it was a 15 minute simple task. Even for my average skills. Looks great, works perfectly, extremely happy with this upgrade.
Thought I'd share....
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MRC54
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06/25/21 05:52pm |
Do It Yourself Modifications and Upgrades (DIY)
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RE: Grants Pass, OR (exceptional experiences)
Thanks for the recommendation but we're already up in Neskowin (our home park).
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MRC54
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05/29/21 05:52pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Grants Pass, OR (exceptional experiences)
Leveling jacks. We're new at this, and I'm amazed how low the middle ones are. Not much clearance. Of course, I could be more careful driving thru parking lots.... just saying...
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MRC54
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05/29/21 01:44pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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Grants Pass, OR (exceptional experiences)
We stayed in Grants Pass for three nights, and and had three very positive interactions.
Les Schwab Tires repaired our flat (we had put the spare on the previous week), remounted, and replaced the spare underneath the coach. Even though we did not purchase the tires with them, they would not accept any payment. Even tried to leave cash for the guys, but no.
Cypress Grove in Gold Hill (15 minutes south of Grants Pass), is a lovely campground. But more importantly, the manager Clyde, went out of his way to help us with maintenance issues we were having. Really a good samaritan.
Darren at (Grainger Movile RV, also in Gold Hill), truly was a godsend. We had a bent landing jack, and any dealer was months out on appointments. Even Darren quoted a week or so, but since we needed to leave after two days, he managed to work us in, and working an evening, got the job done. And probably for less than half what a dealer may have charged.
We are new full timers for a month now, working through the 'adventure', and these interactions certainly remind me that there are still people and businesses that go above and beyond.
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MRC54
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05/29/21 09:06am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Free overnight camping in small towns
Here is an article with descriptions of free campsites in Texas.
https://rvlife.com/free-campgrounds-in-texas/
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MRC54
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03/19/21 09:00am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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