A blog about exploring North America in a Camper Van and a Sailboat.
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North Carolina to Wisconsin – Day 1
13 June 2023 NC to Wisconsin Day 1 – Durham, NC to Beckley, WV Stopped to pick-up a recent map at the Virginia Welcome Center. Still love the VA tourism “I Love Virginia” theme. Virginia is thin here, so it was just an hour before we stopped at the West Virginia welcome center. We didn’t…
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Air Conditioned Nest
We aren’t the only ones that like our new air conditioner. This spring, some feathered friends decided it was a fine place to establish their nest. We evicted them before any eggs were laid. Cleaning out the remnants wasn’t difficult. A tall step ladder and a Torx screwdriver are the essential tools. Eight Torx screws…
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ProMaster Engine Air Filter Replacement
Changing the engine air filter is an easy job that most anyone with basic mechanical skills can complete. 2018 RAM ProMaster 3500 Ours is an RV built out by Pleasure-Way as a Lexor TS Disclaimer – I’m not a professional mechanic. Just relaying what I’ve learned, so attempt any service at your own risk. This…
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Reidsville Camping, Trails, and Trains
24 May 2023 1415 54,860 Leave Home 1541 54,931 Reidsville, NC Lake Reidsville City Park We’re here for an overnight stay and will wander home tomorrow. The park office and store offer a simple place to check-in and get supplies. The forty-six sites here are priced at $28 for water and electric or $30 for…
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Cary Forest and Home
28 November 2022 posted 31 May 2023 1539 53,680 81° Leave Largo, FL Beth had been camping near her family on the other side of the state while I stayed with mom. Beth pulled in here feeling ill, so I just threw my stuff in the van and we headed north to keep mom from…
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Beating a Plane to Florida
18 October 2022 – Tuesday posted 30 May 2023 Heading from NC to Florida, we stop at three campgrounds along the way. Our goal is to be in Clearwater before mom flies down from New York. She’s recovering nicely from ankle surgery, but still could use some assistance. 0850 52,257 41° Leave home for Florida…