After our terrific visits to Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks we meandered our way down the world-famous Scenic Byway 12, Utah. We had read that this was one of the most beautiful stretches of road in Utah and the US for that manner. It did not disappoint, the concentration of amazing scenery was awesome. … Read more
Introduction to Zion In May of 2012 Anne and I had the extreme pleasure of visiting Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. These would be the first of five national parks we would visit in our month-long travels through Southern Utah. We decided to start with Zion National Park. We had read a few reviews … Read more
Introduction Hi, my name is Ray. In May 2011 my wife Anne and I purchased a brand new Keystone Cougar 276RLSWE Fifth Wheel Trailer to spend one year traveling around North America in. This was a lifetime dream of ours and we decided a truck and fifth wheel was the best way to go for … Read more
Our first week of the New Year 2013 was spent boon-docking near Borrego Springs, California. View Borrego Springs boon-docking spot in a larger map We had spent a few days there a couple of weeks earlier and decided then, we must return for a longer stay. The area is really dry and desolate but has … Read more
This Xmas I got a wonderful present, especially for a tinkerer and do it yourself person like me. I opened up a Progressive Industries Model EMS-HW30C Electrical Management System. It is an RV Power Surge Protector and much more. AHHHH! Gadget geek heaven was about to ensue. What the heck is it you ask? Well, it’s … Read more
I had a hard time coming up with only 10 but these are my 2012 Top Ten Landscape Photos I took on our travels during 2012, enjoy! We arrived at Cathedral Rock in Sedona to watch the sunset on it, but lucky for us a thunderstorm passed through and gave us a beautiful rainbow. … Read more
This is a companion piece to my earlier blog post on Joshua Tree National park. While touring Joshua Tree National Park with my wife Anne I shot a bit of video footage to give you a sense of the place and the spots we go for her to get those great photos. There are many … Read more
Anne and I love the national parks. There is a reason they are put aside, such special beauty. Because of this we were really excited to explore Joshua Tree! We packed up the trailer and left Palm Springs a day early to avoid a windstorm that was headed into the Coachella Valley. I was concerned … Read more
We have just spent a glorious three weeks in the Palm Springs area of Southern California soaking in the sun. The weather has been fantastic for us, highs around 80 degrees which is 10 degrees above normal for this time of year. The Thousand Trails park we are in has a nice pool so we … Read more
For lifting your heavy tandem wheel trailer to change a tire or check bearings and brakes nothing is as easy as using the Trailer Aid Plus. I picked up one to use on my 9000 lb Keystone Cougar fifth wheel trailer. It makes it easy to check the brakes and bearings and change a flat. Just … Read more