Camping @ TRF

[LadyJessica]

April, if you look at the map McShuggenah (-2) only camps Halloween weekend so that area should be open for the weekend that you're going.  It's a big open area with no trees though so it can get hotter than some of the other spots but it's also a bit higher and doesn't hold the water that the areas around it do.

[crashbot]

Camp SuperMegaAwesomeSauce is at 11.5 x B.5 under the 2 trees. Its's usually quiet back in there and plenty available spaces from the road back to the treeline.

[Glaodian]

Will if any small groups dont mind my generator, i would be willing to share power with anyone who needs it during the weekend of the 11th of Nov.

Plus my RV does provide some shade.  :-)

[Laird Fraser of Lovatt]

April, if you look at the map McShuggenah (-2) only camps Halloween weekend so that area should be open for the weekend that you're going.  It's a big open area with no trees though so it can get hotter than some of the other spots but it's also a bit higher and doesn't hold the water that the areas around it do.

It's nice & "quiet" down at that end... if you want to call the crossroad party, "quiet". 

*PR being right across the road from McShuggenah*

[April Marie]

Bonny, I think April might be looking for a group to camp with... at least until she figures out the lay of the land.  Do you think she might squat with McLot while she finds her way around?  If she wants to, anyway... 


(I guess I need to stop making plans for other people without asking them first, huh?)   

You're in Momma Hen mode, looking after all the new chicks...      

Well, maybe not ALL of them...   

Lol thank u Rani. I'm not sure if anyone would like us to though cause there will be about 10 of us and I plan on setting up a little party to celebrate my 30th. I'll guess I'll just go Friday and feel out the lay of the land. I just wanted to be closer to a couple of T/R peeps so that I can meet u guys!

That's definitely going to be a consideration for any clan or group you camp with, then.  You're probably right about finding a spot of your own... just try to be careful about where you choose, because seriously, some groups are way more territorial than others.  There are also places where thievery can be an issue, as well.  Over the next couple of months you should be able to figure out some decent areas, though, just by reading the camping threads.  Good luck!  You'll have to swing by all the R/F camps and say hi, also! 

I will and thank you so much for all of the information.  I deal with jackasses all day every day so I should be able to handle them but I dont want to step on toes if I can help it!  I am also planning to make a T/R flag to fly in my camp, with DeadBishop's approval of course, so that everyone can recognize the forum logo and hopefully find their way there Saturday to help me celebrate my birthday!

[KiltedPrivateer]

I will and thank you so much for all of the information.  I deal with jackasses all day every day so I should be able to handle them but I dont want to step on toes if I can help it!  I am also planning to make a T/R flag to fly in my camp, with DeadBishop's approval of course, so that everyone can recognize the forum logo and hopefully find their way there Saturday to help me celebrate my birthday!

*Nudge Nudge* I would go with R/F... It might be more recognizable (o:

[KiltedPrivateer]

I still have to do some work on that map with lady Jessica's new sat view.  Hopefully I'll have time to do that this weekend.  The images on the site should auto update when I make the changes.

[April Marie]

I will and thank you so much for all of the information.  I deal with jackasses all day every day so I should be able to handle them but I dont want to step on toes if I can help it!  I am also planning to make a T/R flag to fly in my camp, with DeadBishop's approval of course, so that everyone can recognize the forum logo and hopefully find their way there Saturday to help me celebrate my birthday!

*Nudge Nudge* I would go with R/F... It might be more recognizable (o:

Thank you!

[BobSmith]

We took an RV once.  WATER!  You can't bring enough.  We had 40 gallons for showers and ran out on day one!  Very irritating.  Also, if you're a newbie to RV's, find out how to turn on the gas water heater BEFORE you leave the rental place.

[beckgam462]

We took an RV once.  WATER!  You can't bring enough.  We had 40 gallons for showers and ran out on day one!  Very irritating.  Also, if you're a newbie to RV's, find out how to turn on the gas water heater BEFORE you leave the rental place.

  Did I say again Water??  40 gallons in an RV is just enough to piss the ladies off,

Guys -> baby wipes,  a bottle of water good to go, done
ladies 15 minute shower X2 and you tank is empty

[KiltedPrivateer]

Whether you're in a tent or an RV - You can't shower like you're still in your home sweet home.  Unless of course you intend to bring hundreds of gallons of water with you. 

Personally, I feel that much water uses up the space I need for the important things on a campout - like Rum, Shiner Black, Guinness, etc (o:

[Breandan]

Camping takes on a whole new angle when you have a toddler and a pregnant wife. Suggestions?

[Mouse]

Camping takes on a whole new angle when you have a toddler and a pregnant wife. Suggestions?

Take up drinking

[KiltedPrivateer]

The pregnant wife portion won't be too bad depending on how far along she is.  The biggest issue for her may be how close a privvy is.  In which case I suggest having one very close.  Like, in the tent.

The toddler is another story.  Ours was about 15 months when we brought her camping at faire for the first time.  I can't remember if we brought her portable crib or if she slept with us.  Either way, lots of water, use those crystal light flavors if yours is fussy about drinking water.  You typical assortment of toddler gear and either a wagon or stroller.  Something to keep the sun off of her.

I really can't think of any issues that we ran into.  Back then she didn't sleep too well so we always had to keep an ear out for her which meant staying close to the tent at all times.  Taking turns checking on her.  That sort of thing.  Now shes a rock when she goes out.  And she puts herself to bed most of the time.

Not sure that this was helpful at all but long story short, it can be done (o:

[Rani Zemirah]

And bring a whole LARGE package of the alcohol free, fragrance free baby wipes... the refill size.  


Oh, and if you do bring your own porta-privy for the tent... make sure it has a locking lid.    heheh