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Senior Lifetime Pass rates going up
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For all the geezers and incipient geezers out there, you should know that the once-only charge for the Senior Lifetime Pass to US National Parks and Federal recreation land goes up from $10 to $80 on…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gene Burris Aug 10, 2017.

Live Oak Riverfront Park, California
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Hi, folks! I just came back from looking at a campground on the Feather River, 55 miles north of Sacramento. It's very much like the Sandy Beach Campground at Rio Vista except for the lack of flush…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Big Blue's Driver Mar 8, 2011.

Westie interior light
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A little while ago, I was talking to somebody (Blake? Doug?) who needed a switch assembly for the Westie interior light (the three-bulb one). I found one at the Bug-o-rama swap meet for $10.00 and…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by John LaTorre Jun 10, 2010.

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14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista, CA

November 17, 2023 at 2pm to November 19, 2023 at 11am
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. Reserve sites soon as they may go fast if the sport fishermen/women come back this year.It's a pot-luck, and I'll be roasting a turkey on-site. Electrical outlets will be available for people with hot pots and such,A few more things: the reservation section of the park's web site has been a bit dodgy, and senior discounts aren't on the menu there. If you qualify, go ahead and…See More
Jul 28
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John LaTorre commented on John LaTorre's event 14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Good to know. Thanks for the post."
Jul 16
Wendie Wu commented on John LaTorre's event 14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"I'm in! Site 19.  And hubby is coming again! I qualify for senior.  The website says this about that: New customers are charged the standard rate for the first transaction. Proof of qualification will need to be provided to staff…"
Jul 16
John LaTorre commented on John LaTorre's event 14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Not usually. We've had mild weather over the years, with a little rain once that didn't linger. But with climate change and all, who knows what will be in store for us?"
Jul 15
Wendie Wu commented on John LaTorre's event 14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Is it as windy out there in November as it is in April? "
Jul 14
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14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista, CA

November 17, 2023 at 2pm to November 19, 2023 at 11am
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. Reserve sites soon as they may go fast if the sport fishermen/women come back this year.It's a pot-luck, and I'll be roasting a turkey on-site. Electrical outlets will be available for people with hot pots and such,A few more things: the reservation section of the park's web site has been a bit dodgy, and senior discounts aren't on the menu there. If you qualify, go ahead and…See More
Jul 14
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14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista, CA

November 17, 2023 at 2pm to November 19, 2023 at 11am
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. Reserve sites soon as they may go fast if the sport fishermen/women come back this year.It's a pot-luck, and I'll be roasting a turkey on-site. Electrical outlets will be available for people with hot pots and such,A few more things: the reservation section of the park's web site has been a bit dodgy, and senior discounts aren't on the menu there. If you qualify, go ahead and…See More
Jul 11
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14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista, CA

November 17, 2023 at 2pm to November 19, 2023 at 11am
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. Reserve sites soon as they may go fast if the sport fishermen/women come back this year.It's a pot-luck, and I'll be roasting a turkey on-site. Electrical outlets will be available for people with hot pots and such,A few more things: the reservation section of the park's web site has been a bit dodgy, and senior discounts aren't on the menu there. If you qualify, go ahead and…See More
Jul 7
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14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista, CA

November 17, 2023 at 2pm to November 19, 2023 at 11am
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. Reserve sites soon as they may go fast if the sport fishermen/women come back this year.It's a pot-luck, and I'll be roasting a turkey on-site. Electrical outlets will be available for people with hot pots and such,A few more things: the reservation section of the park's web site has been a bit dodgy, and senior discounts aren't on the menu there. If you qualify, go ahead and…See More
Jul 7
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14th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista, CA

November 17, 2023 at 2pm to November 19, 2023 at 11am
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. Reserve sites soon as they may go fast if the sport fishermen/women come back this year.It's a pot-luck, and I'll be roasting a turkey on-site. Electrical outlets will be available for people with hot pots and such,A few more things: the reservation section of the park's web site has been a bit dodgy, and senior discounts aren't on the menu there. If you qualify, go ahead and…See More
Jul 7
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John LaTorre commented on Laura May's event Bus City XV
"You should be fine then, Wendie. That's when the site opens."
May 1
John LaTorre commented on Laura May's event Bus City XV
"Labs are fine, Jeff. The only prohibitions are breeds that were bred to fight, such as bulldogs and pit bulls, AFAIK.  And folks, whoever arrives first, be sure to cordon off an electric spot for Wendie."
Apr 30
John LaTorre commented on Scott & Karla's event 4/20 Campout - Wake and Bake
"I'll be in site 42 and will share, as usual. I'll also bring two camp ovens."
Apr 21
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4/20 Campout - Wake and Bake at Lake Solano County Park

April 21, 2023 at 2pm to April 23, 2023 at 12pm
In celebration of 4/20!We will be camping at Lake Solano County Park campground in Winters.You'll need to reserve a site for yourself (and maybe your pal) in the range of sites from #39 to 45. That's the main VW area. If those run out, then consider snagging sites 9,10 or 11. And if those run out, there are lotsa other spaces.PLEASE SHARE YOUR SITE. Or don't. No worries.This campground is easy to get to, has a nature center, fishing opportunities and our beloved peacocks. Instead of Joe's…See More
Apr 21
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John LaTorre commented on westywoman (Melissa)'s event TrainSpotting 13, June 2-4, 2023
"I just got a message from recreation.gov that Hallsted will be closed from March 17 (today to June 30. No reason was given.  What's the plan? should we hold tight and see if the park opens before that, or should we cancel our reservation…"
Mar 17
regis101 commented on John LaTorre's event Annual Soup or Bowl Campout
"I can understand where the park is coming from.  But with the pedestals having one thirty amp outlet per site, the parks system isn't compromised.  "
Feb 12

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it's about eight days before I'm to head out on my great Steinbeck trip, in which I'll be tracing the route that John Steinbeck took for Travels with Charley almost exactly a half a century ago. Wish…

it's about eight days before I'm to head out on my great Steinbeck trip, in which I'll be tracing the route that John Steinbeck took for Travels with Charley almost exactly a half a century ago. Wish me luck.



There will be three fundamental differences between Steinbeck's journey and mine:



  1. I'll have no dog with me. However, I'll be carrying an Opus doll -- you know, the penguin from Bloom…
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Posted on September 13, 2010 at 10:44pm — 17 Comments

Comment Wall (9 comments)

At 10:50am on November 12, 2009, Big Blue's Driver said…
John - welcome to the forum test. It seems to be working pretty well but let people know what you think by replying to the forum about feedback on the main page.

-Brett
At 11:47pm on February 19, 2011, Mike Fernandez said…

John, If you want to double up I have a reservation already at Sugarloaf   Ridge. I made the reservation online.  The site is paid for already I don't know how much the second car is but I am sure it's much cheaper. Let me know so I can try to change the reservation online or we can just add you when we get there.

Mike Fernandez

At 2:11pm on February 20, 2011, Mike Fernandez said…

I added you to the reservation. I will send you a copy of the reservation to your inbox. They did not charge me for the second vehicle. They will charge when we get there. 

Mike

At 8:39pm on May 24, 2011, Big Blue's Driver said…
Thanks for the CD! Funny that I ejected the CD in the player and it was the mix you did for us last year. Dig the train theme!
At 12:50pm on September 28, 2011, Mike Fernandez said…
John, Thank you for another great camping trip!!
At 9:06am on November 14, 2014, John LaTorre said…

It would probably be easier if you took the"front' spot so I wouldn't have to back up into the space. I'll have my little trailer, so be sure to leave enough (it adds four feet to the length of the bus).

I expect to be there around one p.m., if not sooner.

At 12:19pm on September 28, 2018, KampnKing said…

Hi John.

It's almost time for me to set up another SturmWagon debacle event!

I'm looking at some possible sites - you know me always on the lookout for a new place to try out.

Can't make the November campout, but I'll see you for the Soup-Or-Bowl.

Cya,

Ralph

At 8:24am on November 5, 2022, Levente Martelyi said…

Does anybody have a space to share?  The sign-up site was not working right earlier.

I would like to visit with you guys but I "fell asleep at the wheel", it is too late to register now. (Posted 11/5/22)

Please let me know.  Thanks, Lev

At 11:42am on November 5, 2022, John LaTorre said…

Well, Kris Hansen has pulled out, so I think that half of his space is free. You might want to check with him and with Jane, who is taking the other half.

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