"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…"
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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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Bus City XV
May 19, 2023 at 9am to May 21, 2023 at 11am – Schoolhouse Canyon Campground
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"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. "
"Welp. That was interesting. Mother Nature strutting her stuff. No match, however, with a half acre of firewood. It was pretty much an all day fire on Saturday. I'm gonna have to source some pine to add to the…"
"That's really interesting John. I am glad this ranger/staff was able to make exceptions for the group. Thanks for making us aware."
"I hope everybody had a great time, despite the cold and the wind. We ended up burning all but two pieces of firewood.
One thing about Sandy Beach and Lake Solano that you might want to keep in mine: according to a park person I talked to, they…"
28th Annual Madera VW Spring Fling at Madera Fairgrounds
April 28, 2023 to April 30, 2023
Show, camp and sell on lush green lawns near trees at the 28th Annual Madera VW Spring Fling. The New Old Stock VW Club invites you to join the fun April 28 thru 30, 2023 at the Madera Fairgrounds in California.The VW show and swap is Sunday April 30. VW camping Friday and Saturday April 28-29.This year we will feature a new optional connectivity for car show participants. Connecting more VW people than before!Camp in your swap space if you wish. Gas BBQs and campfires are okay. Please NO wood,…See More
"I'm in Site 20. I won't be there until Saturday afternoon.
I can share if anyone needs a spot.
Sorry about the late notice, the site is available starting Friday night.
Thanks"
"I'm bringing some wood, too. Nights will probably be chilly (around forty). Remember to bring your electric heaters... electricity is free here."
"Hello friends, I'm bringing lots of wood! I'm sharing a site with Gene:)
Diana"
Annual Soup or Bowl Campout at Sandy Beach Campground, Rio Vista, CA
February 10, 2023 to February 12, 2023
Our annual escape from Superbowl Madness. It will be our usual set-up .... wine, food, companionship (bring the wine and bring or buy the wood). Also, musical instruments are welcome, and maybe we can jam a little.Friday night is pizza night ... bring your little Coleman camp ovens or use ours, and make and bake an 8" pizza. (You provide ingredients, of course.)BREAKING NEWS: the legendary 'Soup or Bowl' competition may not take place, because Joe and Corey will be moving to Southern…See More
"I'm keeping it simple. Finger foods. Veggie tray, ranch, some cheeses, crackers, cookies. "
"You can slip into site 18 if ya want. "
"Hi Y'all! Eddo and I think we can make it but we didn't plan very well. Anyone have spare space on their site for Saturday night?"
Annual Soup or Bowl Campout at Sandy Beach Campground, Rio Vista, CA
February 10, 2023 to February 12, 2023
Our annual escape from Superbowl Madness. It will be our usual set-up .... wine, food, companionship (bring the wine and bring or buy the wood). Also, musical instruments are welcome, and maybe we can jam a little.Friday night is pizza night ... bring your little Coleman camp ovens or use ours, and make and bake an 8" pizza. (You provide ingredients, of course.)BREAKING NEWS: the legendary 'Soup or Bowl' competition may not take place, because Joe and Corey will be moving to Southern…See More
"Weather looks good for us at this time (checked Monday). If it turns dicey, I have an 8x16 pop up awning with walls that I'll bring. We can place it over the pot-luck tables or expand dry space as needed. "
Annual Soup or Bowl Campout at Sandy Beach Campground, Rio Vista, CA
February 10, 2023 to February 12, 2023
Our annual escape from Superbowl Madness. It will be our usual set-up .... wine, food, companionship (bring the wine and bring or buy the wood). Also, musical instruments are welcome, and maybe we can jam a little.Friday night is pizza night ... bring your little Coleman camp ovens or use ours, and make and bake an 8" pizza. (You provide ingredients, of course.)BREAKING NEWS: the legendary 'Soup or Bowl' competition may not take place, because Joe and Corey will be moving to Southern…See More
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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:
There will be three fundamental differences between Steinbeck's journey and mine:
- I'll have no dog with me. However, I'll be carrying an Opus doll -- you know, the penguin from Bloom…
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,
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,
- 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,
- 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,
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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