North West Chat

[tony.latham]

Is there anyone from the PNW (that does include Idaho & Montana & B.C. in my books) checking in on the Forum these days?

It's been quiet here since Halloween. Too quiet.





Tony

[Jim.Johnson]

Two things from the monsoon region of Lynnwood :

I've been rebuilding the galley area of my TD including a new hatch cover. The old one never did fit right and it weighed a ton. I also revamped the shelving, etc. I'll try to post some pix later on.

In December I'll be relocating my home base to Ellensburg. That will be my new launching pad for future TD trips.

Jim

[Mukilteo]

Added two 10 gallon propane tanks to the tongue and a pair if jerry cans to the sides of my former "Leaking Lena" Little Guy Silver Shadow.
Four 5 gallon water jugs will go inside at the back.
Still haven't decided if I want to install the doors that came off the SS.
I re-licensed as a cargo trailer.

This be my TV now.

So, I guess I'm not a Tear Dropper any more.

[Mukilteo]

The van won't get me to my favorite gathering spot tho.
Can't cross the creek.

[Vedette]

Holy Cow
Where are you going with all of that liquid? The Moon or the Desert.
We have not "Used" that much in 156 nights of camping.
Think light man!
Good Roads
Brian & Sandi

[Vedette]

Well it is almost time to wish everyone a "Happy New Year!
There has not been a lot of chatter here in the PNW this past couple of months??
But.......maybe this will give you something to Chat about.
The TJ PNW Membership Roster is now ready to be sent out in a "Printable" form!

I will be sending a copy to all of our members before the 2015 clock strikes midnight.
The snow may be getting deeper, but the days are getting longer, and there are a number of us that are in count down to the start of the 2016 Camping Season.
Dates are being set, plans are being made, and expectations are high!
Lets Talk!
Good Roads
Brian & Sandi

[Vedette]

It is official.
Happy New Year!
The 2016 Camping Season has officially begun!
Who is planning to go Where in 2016?
Which Gatherings are on your list?
What projects are you working on or planning to start?
Where would you like to see a new event held?
When do you plan on getting your TD out for your first campout of the year?
Please let us know!

Brian & Sandi
PS
PNW Chapter Roster has been emailed.

[GuitarPhotog]

I'm starting to plan my camping year. I think it goes like this:

Shasta Lake Gathering end of April, beginning of May.
A short hop down to the SF Bay Area for a few days visiting friends
A long hop the length of Calif to the Vegas neighborhood to see some of the scenery there abouts
A long hop over to the Four Corners to spend a week or ten days seeing Zion, Bryce, etc.
A long hop up the Front Range of the Rockies to visit friends in eastern Colorado
A long hop over the Rockies to SLC
SLC to Boise or thereabouts
Home

About 4 weeks on the road, plus or minus, getting back to Southern Oregon early to mid-June

Any suggestions of specific places along that general route are welcome. I doubt I'll make it to BC this year ;-(

<Chas>

[Vedette]

Your trip sounds Great Charlie.
Thanks for sharing it with everyone I am sure you are going to get some visit offers, for along the way!
But, we are really going to miss you at the Farm Gathering this year........but we will have some fun at the Shasta Lake Gathering.
Although, this year we might have to use smaller glasses........... so the beer will last until Saturday!
Happy New Year!
Brian & Sandi

[Vedette]

2016 Fall Crawl & 2016 Farm Gathering dates, registration, and other information have been posted on both the TnTTT and Tear Jerkers Forums.......in the British Columbia section.
Good Roads
Brian & Sandi

[Vedette]

IDAHO? So much opportunity....so little happening????????
I am still looking for someone to step to the plate on behalf of the Tear Jerkers, and help represent our PNW Chapter.
We need to promote more events in Idaho!
Let's get some chatter going here!
On a second note....Has any camped a Farrgut State Park?
Brian

[Loren]

Brian:
1) I'm too busy going to teardrop gatherings.
2) I have another life.
Loren

[Vedette]

Brian:
1) I'm too busy going to teardrop gatherings.
2) I have another life.
Loren

Glad to see Teardrop Gatherings are #1 on your list.
And just a warning.....don't even look up "Cycle Karts"
I only have one more Football Game to get through and then I can get my weekends back to work on Kermit and go Camping.
But, Football has given me lots of couch time to work on the 2016 Fall Crawl
It is going to be amazing!
Oh, and there are others in IDAHO that could pick up the gauntlet????
Brian

[wildcatphotography]

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[Vedette]

Last year, I did a short trip up to Washington's Long Beach, stopping at the old forts along the way, and walking to lighthouses. Did some quick trips up the Oregon coast. And a week going to the Painted Hills, Wallowa Mountains and Lake, and Hells Canyon for a boat ride. This year will be short trips mostly also and will check out more State Parks. My trailer is ready for action.

Hi Lorelei
Thanks for sharing.
What route did you take over to the painted hills?
Have you ever camped at Lake Billy Chinook.......Cove Palisades SP.
And if you have never driven Hwy 242 from McKenzie Bridge to Sisters (you have to like narrow and windy), but it is beautiful and FUN!
We have a little mom & pop campground we stay at in McKenzie Bridge. The route south to Oakridge from MB is also a nice drive.
There is soooo much to see in Oregon.
Good Roads
Brian & Sandi