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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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John LaTorre commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Me, too, Richard. My recovery has encountered complications, but I hope to be at the event nevertheless."
Oct 26
Richard von Bristol commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Site # 15. Looking forward to catching up. Hope John is well enough to bring his guitars and Beatle bass along."
Oct 26
Richard von Bristol commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"I wish John a successful surgery and speedy recovery and I hope to get to see him (however briefly) on the weekend. I will be in CA touring for a couple of weeks and I've rented a "winter special" camper from Escape Campervans, thanks…"
Oct 11
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15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista CA

November 15, 2024 at 1pm to November 17, 2024 at 1pm
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. 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: last year, the reservation section of the park's web site was a bit dodgy, and senior discounts weren't on the menu there. (Note that the URL is different from last year. Now it's…See More
Oct 10
KampnKing commented on John LaTorre's event Annual Soup or Bowl Campout
"I will be there. Site #20. Looking forward to the big event!"
Sep 25
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Annual Soup or Bowl Campout at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista CA

February 7, 2025 at 2pm to February 9, 2025 at 11am
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.)We used to hold: the legendary 'Soup or Bowl' competition, featuring any dish that can be served in a bowl (soup, chili, or whatever). …See More
Sep 25
KampnKing commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"I’m there! Site #19. Looking forward to seeing everyone again!"
Sep 25
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15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista CA

November 15, 2024 at 1pm to November 17, 2024 at 1pm
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. 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: last year, the reservation section of the park's web site was a bit dodgy, and senior discounts weren't on the menu there. (Note that the URL is different from last year. Now it's…See More
Sep 25
John LaTorre commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Well, I got some news that affects my participation. I'm going in for a type of surgery on October 22, and am told that the recovery time might be for up to six weeks afterward. So I may not be able to be there. I hate to cancel the event, but…"
Sep 25
John LaTorre commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"Good to see you there, Kris! I believe you are the custodian of the Dinner Gong! Be sure to bring it."
Aug 17
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Annual Soup or Bowl Campout at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista CA

February 7, 2025 at 2pm to February 9, 2025 at 11am
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.)We used to hold: the legendary 'Soup or Bowl' competition, featuring any dish that can be served in a bowl (soup, chili, or whatever). …See More
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15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista CA

November 15, 2024 at 1pm to November 17, 2024 at 1pm
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. 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: last year, the reservation section of the park's web site was a bit dodgy, and senior discounts weren't on the menu there. (Note that the URL is different from last year. Now it's…See More
Aug 17
Kris Hansen commented on John LaTorre's event 15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest
"I just reserved #11.  The site worked pretty good, didn't have any problems"
Aug 16
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15th Annual Thanksgiving Warmup and Food Fest at Sandy Beach Park, Rio Vista CA

November 15, 2024 at 1pm to November 17, 2024 at 1pm
We are going back to Sandy Beach in Rio Vista, CA. This is our annual practice run and food fest  before Thanksgiving. 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: last year, the reservation section of the park's web site was a bit dodgy, and senior discounts weren't on the menu there. (Note that the URL is different from last year. Now it's…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:



  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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