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Sarah, You may have already considered this, but it bears repeating. In reference to your, "kept things buttoned up at night because of the rain", please remember to leave something open a little for fresh air, as these trailers are fairly airtight and you can deplete the oxygen and not...

Clever idea Evan. I really like that. Now I need to find one of Tupperware party persons.

Hi Leo, Happy to receive your confirming comments about the road. I have booked 4 nights in the north rim campground beginning May 15. This is the first day the park opens it's 2011 season. You can hike the 27 miles over from the south rim, but this is the first day you can drive in on Hwy...

Thanks Theresa, That's what I was hoping to hear. I'm truly looking forward to visiting the area in mid-May. Hutch

Cary, Thanks for clearing up some of my concerns about wheel locks and the ability to cover the lug nuts. Obviously, the wheel lock I saw on the internet doesn't work for all trailers. The flat bed trailer and winch defeats any and all wheel locks anyway. Points well taken. Thanks...

Has anyone traveled from Jacob Lake, AZ to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon on AZ 67? I would be interested in knowing if this is a pretty decent road or if it's more like a washboard 4-wheeler path as someone had described some of the state roads. I think it's about a 45 mile drive and may...

Obviously, from reading posts throughout this thread, not all wheel locks fit all applications due to fender type and wheel/hub cap type. However, I believe the most important aspect in selecting a wheel lock is that it covers the lug nuts. This should prevent a would be thief from simply...

Jean W. Death Valley sounds like a very tranquil, peaceful location. I'm looking forward to it. Can you recommend a campground there? Thanks for the tip on gas prices. I'll try to be filled up going in. However, the way gas prices are climbing lately, no telling what they'll be...

Nope! That about sums it up. After all, while on the road camping and such, a person needs to keep their strength up. Hutch

In a neighboring state of ours, they use duct tape as a replacement for chrome on their automobiles. I can't reveal the name of the state for fear of unmerciful harassment as retaliation. Hutch

Well Leo... St. Mary's and hot wild berry pie with a cold glass of milk has now been added to my "To Do" list. I will be sure to go there while in Glacier. That's quite a testimonial about a place when your friend would drive a 100 miles out of the way just for the pie!! Another great tip...

Ken, Thanks for the lens info. Really a great shot with such a long lens and most likely hand held since the action is totally impromptu. Enjoy your remaining time in Maui. Hutch

Ken, Those are some great photos. The whales shot was great timing to get that much action in one shot. What lens were you using on that one? Hutch

Leo, I have a great set of binoculars I'll have along. If I weigh the purchase of a good telescope vs. a 2000 watt Honda generator, I believe the generator is going to win out. I can appreciate the benefits of having a good telescope though. Regarding the Perseid meteor shower in August...

Well this is just great Evan!!! Now what am I going to do??? I guess I lose all of those lovable traits and characteristics I had as a Sagittarius?!! Now I am a "Ophiuchus" the new sign no one has ever heard of. The name itself sounds nasty and who knows what the traits of a Ophiuchus are...

Jean W, Thanks for the tip about the roads. I'd hate to to be leaving undercarriage hardware strung out all over the desert. I guess the secret is to avoid county highways/roads. Hutch

Leo, Excellent point. I will do exactly that. I plan to spend several weeks in the southwest area so I will undoubtedly have a few occasions to experience star gazing on a moonless night. I followed up on the Navajo Natl. Monument website about the Keet Seel hike. It's still ok to do an...

Jean W, The areas you mention, Shiprock, Monument Valley, etc. are indeed on my itinerary of "To Do" locations. I appreciate your in depth analysis and geology lesson too. Other than just another beautiful view, the history of the land and indigenous peoples is the kind of stuff that makes...

LeoJan, I just rechecked the map and I see that Hwy 550 is a better route to the 4 corners region. I've been to Santa Fe before and have no particular need to go there this time. Even though a great Mexican meal I had there stands out in my mind. Coincidentally, I'm an engineer as well...

True, chains can be cut. That's why I specified a heavy duty chain. One which is case hardened and is very difficult to cut. It can't be cut with ordinary bolt cutters. The concealable GPS device is available though. I'm going to check on the price at the local store I mentioned. Probably...