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    CAMPING : Bears

    Hey Everone, Not trying to frighten anyone .. Just an " FYI ".. be careful! 1 Dead, 2 Hurt in Bear Attack at Mont. Campground http://www.aolnews.com/nation/article/one-dead-two-killed-in-bear-attack-at-montana-campground/19572412 I generally carry a " Fishing & Hunting License ", with...
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    Creepy Crawlers

    Hey George, After giving some thought on how to get rid of them ..HMMMM ! DELOUSING A RAINDROP: 1. Large Tarp or two taped together with Duct Tape 2. Duct Tape 3. Raid Fogger http://www.killsbugsdead.com/fop_fkpf.asp http://www.killsbugsdead.com/fop_cdrf.asp " Use the fogger in...
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    Creepy Crawlers

    Hi George, Well, I've read several articles on the subject (approx 3yrs). Most of the past information centered on " Hotel / Motels " stays, which is how they (Bedbugs/Ticks?)were getting around," Hitching Rides " on visitors " Luggage & Clothing ". This is one of the many reason's...
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    Creepy Crawlers

    Just an " FYI". BEDBUGS ARE BACK AND THEY'RE BLEEDING US DRY http://www.dailyfinance.com/story/company-news/bedbugs-are-back-and-theyre-bleeding-us-dry/19560324/ It's one of the reasons, I like to sleep in my own , clean " Raindrop Bed ". L.M.
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    Alaska Question

    Hey all, I just recently returned from " Mammoth Lakes " . The " Campgrounds " had a Bear Warning Sign posted , along with some very heavy fines, for leaving food or Ice Chest out,unattended. We didn't have a " Bear Box" @ our site. So, we decided to somewhat dry camp; No food stored in...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Yup... I'm also thinking of setting up some " PVC " for use on another small project! Thanks Evan !!
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    Portable Toilets

    Hey, This one looks very interesting ! http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=28563&highlight=Portable+Toilets http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product.asp?pfid=2729 " The system meets all requirements of the BLM, NPS and USFS for a washable, reusable toilet. It empties...
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    Portable Toilets

    Hey all, Heres another link. These guys are hardcore " Roadtrip Travelers ".. Expedition Portal: Search: Portable Toilet http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/search.php?searchid=3278566 L.M.
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    Portable Toilets

    Have you checked out any " Camping World Stores ".. ? http://www.thetford.com/Thetford/HOME/Products/PortableToiletsHome/tabid/83/Default.aspx http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/thetford-porta-potti-365/35770 L.M.
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    Portable Toilets

    Well, I did try something a bit smaller...But, my girlfriend had a very hard time with her aim ( : p.s: This thread was very amusing !! Lady Teardroppers: http://www.mikenchell.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=31771 L.M.
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    Portable Toilets

    Hey Jim, We use a " 5 gallon Bucket " with a removable Toilet seat, along with " Baby Wipes w/Alcohol ". I also place a small empty container nearby, to dispose of the used wipes. It’s been only used for the " Late Night Tinkles ", which is immediately rinsed w/water, cleaned &...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey Hutch, My " Turbo Sport Grill ", is an Infrared model, which I picked up @ " BBQ Galore " a few years back. http://www.cooking.com/products/shprodde.asp?SKU=313144 Again, works " Great " with Steaks @ High Heat, but don't bother using the small (1 lb ) Disposable Propane Tanks...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey Ken, I've completely given up trying to tie the smaller Flies. My fingers are toooo chubby & clumsy ! I'll be trying to get back into the larger Flies, along with pursuing the " Stripers ".. I've caught a few, with a best of twenty pounds (Surf Rods & AC Plugs)...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey Ken, I'm primarily into " Float Tubing " on the Lakes @ Mammoth, along with my local Lakes , (5-6 wt Rods) using full sinking lines. (Castaic / Pyramid / Piru ; Trout, Large Mouth Bass , Stripers: 7-10 wt Rod) But,I always take along a box of " Nymph / Midges / Wet Flies " & a few...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey Hutch, I'm restricted to using " Propane " , in many of my local " Campsites " ( CA ) due to " Forestry Fire Restrictions " : No open Flames / Fire Pits / Charcoal BBG Cooking , ect.. So, I have to make due with " Propane ", for most of my " Cookimg " needs. The " Turbo Grill "...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey Ken, My regular flyfishing buddy & I, almost exclusively use "Beadhead Wooly Buggers/ Crystal Buggers/Docs Twin Lake Special or Clouser Minnows " (Float Tubing), in various colors (In particular Olive & Black). http://stevenojai.tripod.com/twinspec.htm Most of the local guides...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hi again , I ran out of posting space (??) just a few more places to stop by , while on the road ! Bishop http://www.smokedmeats.com/ They serve " Deli Sandwiches " & Smoked Meats. Mono Lake / Yosemite area. WHOA NELLIE DELI http://www.whoanelliedeli.com/ Situated on a hill...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey Bob B, We had a good time.. but there really was tooooo much to see & do,in so little time (one week). The weather was kind of touchy !! Most days were in the " High Eighties ", with a few nights & early mornings " Overcast , with a bit of Drizzle ". I generally try to fish @ "...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey all, My girlfriend isn't a " dedicated Fisherwomen " & had never spent any time in or around " Mammoth Lakes " .. So we did a little sight seeing, before deciding to do any fishing. This was her first attempt with Float Tubing. The first lesson(s)were conducted @ Convict Lake. I'll now...
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    560 Ultra Trips

    Hey all, Just back from another " Road Trip " " Mammoth Lakes " I generally like to stop by the " Indian Wells Brewery " on the way out & heading back home ( Thirsty ) ! Manzanar War Relocation Center Base Camp : Mammoth Mountain RV Park Convict...
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