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Hi ladymc, There is a store in town here called I Spy which sells a GPS chip that can be installed inconspicuously for tracking trailers or whatever in case of thief. I haven't been there yet to check pricing. Regarding a wheel lock, unless it covers the lug nuts a thief can just remove...

Hi Bear, I've been building a checklist spreadsheet for several months now. I'm sure when I look your list over there will be several items I'll add. Do you use a generator when boon-docking? I'm thinking hard about getting a 2000 watt Honda for those times when I don't have access to...

LeoJan, Thanks for the info. I will check with NNM Hdqs. to see if rules have changed. I see that your town is just north of Albuquerque. My plan is to travel I-40 to there and then up I-25 to Santa Fe. From Santa Fe on 64 to Mesa Verde and the 4 corners region. You mentioned to give...

LeoJan, Regarding the trip into Keet Seel, is a guide required for it if backpacking? I appreciate the tip about the quicksand. Is it correct that once you arrive at the ruin you can pitch a tent near there for the night? I already have Canyon de Chelly Natl. Monument on my itinerary...

Bear, Once again thank you for your insightful suggestions. I know you draw from a ton of experience so, your input is quite helpful to me in my planning process. I'm sure I'll have other questions arise. Thanks for offering your assistance. Hutch

LeoJan, Thanks for these recommendations. I have made note of them and will add to my agenda as I have plenty of time to fit them in. I have been a backpacker for years and the 22 mile round trip does not phase me at all. In fact, this is the kind of thing I am looking to do throughout...

fpoole... I really enjoyed your photos of the Kite Festival. Good stuff! Is the Kite Festival an annual event about that time in August? I would try to plan for it on my trip this coming year. Hutch

Regarding TV's... do very many campgrounds that have electrical hook-ups also have cable TV connections? Hutch

Hi Bear, You are indeed the go to man for extended on the road camping. You have given me excellent suggestions/choices to draw from. Way more than the few choices I thought I was going to have. This does bring to mind a quick question. When you're in some of these more remote places...

Theresa and Jean, Thanks for the info. Both Antelope Canyon and Death Valley are on my "To Do" list when I am in those regions. I plan to spend considerable time in the four-corners region. Especially North AZ, and So. Utah while in the southwest. Hutch

Re: Boundary Bay Brew Campout, Bellingham WA Hey fpoole, I feel for ya man, having to do all that tasting. But Hey, someone has to do it. If it wasn't 2300 miles away I'd show up and do my part in helping out. As for BBQ though, you can't do any better than what we have right here...

Hey Colleen & Roland, You should know you can't trust friends with pictures... You'll like this forum. Glad you're on-board. Hutch

Thanks Barb, Your comments and advice as well as all the others make a lot of sense. I have been to many of these areas before, but only in winter for short stays to ski. I never really gave much thought to how late in the spring the snow continues to fall and stay around in these areas...

Betsey, Thanks for the insightful information regarding the camping experiences you and Craig have shared over the years in many of the areas and parks that I plan to visit. What I take from this is that I would indeed be better served to do the southwest portion of my trip first and plan to...

KathyBob, I bought a Mr. Heater Portable Buddy heater. This unit runs on propane (either 1 lb bottles or larger tanks) and is safe for inside use. Plus, you can use it back in the galley area as well to knock off the early morning or evening chill. I haven't used mine yet, but I have read...

Jean, Your suggestion has a lot of merit. I have considered doing the SW first, but don't want to get into the northern areas so late that some areas are closed due to snows which I understand can cause many roads and areas to shut down as early as mid-September. I may still consider doing...

Evan, I will be traveling in the NW and hopefully, we can hook up somewhere along the way while in your area. I will be posting and watching forum sites for teardrop gatherings throughout my journey. I plan to begin my trip in mid-April traveling first to Rocky Mtn. NP then to Yellowstone...

I thank each of you for your input/suggestions. I like the idea of finding towns along the way that may offer free or low cost camping at parks, etc. I'm looking forward to my trip and hope to meet up with some of you along the way. You never know as teardrops are easy to spot. I'll be on...

I'm planning to begin a 6 month trip to many of the western U.S. and Canadian National Parks in mid-April in my teardrop. I have a couple of questions and would appreciate your input/recommendations. When on the road traveling between destinations, such as from one N.P. to the next, where...

Thanks to both of you for your insightful input. Sounds like my best option is to only use the microwave when on shore power. Not a real big deal. It's not like I have to give up breakfast altogether when dry camping. Just take a little more time to cook something or go the cold breakfast...