Homeward bound!!! We were leaving Redding about 9:00 am and gave George and Bev a call to see where they were. They were about to leave Red Bluff in about 45 minutes, so we told them we would catch up with them. We timed it pretty good and as they were coming on the freeway we were right behind them. Back in line, George and Bev, Steve and Sue, me and Ed and Oneta and Bob taking up the rear... never would have known we split up.. We stopped for breakfast in Corning, rehashed the trip and as always concluded we all had a fine time.
We got home about 2:00 in the afternoon after a stop and fuel stop. I headed up to Pine Grove to pick up Beau dog. I was so glad to see him, I do miss him when we are traveling. He has a better time playing with Maggie, Koda, Bogie and of course the smallest dog Mini supervising. He plays hard and does quite a bit of napping when he gets home.
End of the SIRS 15 travels for 2012. I am looking forward to 2013 and travels with good friends.
Until next time....
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Redding September 19,2012
We all got back on the road about 9:00 am, stopped for breakfast and when we got to Redding the rest of the group traveled on ahead. They wanted to check out a RV park in Red Bluff.
We were going to visit with Jim and Julie, old time friends for many years. We stayed at the Premiere RV Park Redding, where we have stayed many times before. This is also a sister resort to the Lincoln location. Jim and Julie's son and wife Jimmy and Tori along with their son Hunter have started a new business, a 50's type Hamburger Food Wagon. It is called Fallis Around Town. Absolutely totally amazing burgers. They are half pound burgers, fresh beef and so dang yummy. If anyone is traveling through Redding, check out their facebook page for a schedule of where they will be that day. You will not regret it at all.. Jimmy and Tori set up the truck outside their parents home, it was fun and the neighborhood folks dropped by for a burger. I looked out and saw a police car and thought oh noooo they are in trouble... LOL no way the officers were there for a burger!!! We all got a chance to visit later that evening and caught up on the last year or so.... I am looking forward to stopping back in Redding on one of our adventures and will be sure to visit the Burger Truck!!
Tomorrow, the last leg of the trip home...
Until next time....
We were going to visit with Jim and Julie, old time friends for many years. We stayed at the Premiere RV Park Redding, where we have stayed many times before. This is also a sister resort to the Lincoln location. Jim and Julie's son and wife Jimmy and Tori along with their son Hunter have started a new business, a 50's type Hamburger Food Wagon. It is called Fallis Around Town. Absolutely totally amazing burgers. They are half pound burgers, fresh beef and so dang yummy. If anyone is traveling through Redding, check out their facebook page for a schedule of where they will be that day. You will not regret it at all.. Jimmy and Tori set up the truck outside their parents home, it was fun and the neighborhood folks dropped by for a burger. I looked out and saw a police car and thought oh noooo they are in trouble... LOL no way the officers were there for a burger!!! We all got a chance to visit later that evening and caught up on the last year or so.... I am looking forward to stopping back in Redding on one of our adventures and will be sure to visit the Burger Truck!!
Tomorrow, the last leg of the trip home...
Until next time....
Leaving Oregon... September 18, 2012
Time to head on home. We all left Premiere RV Resort . Dorothy and Ed left quite a bit earlier to try and get home a day earlier. We had an uneventful driving day and arrived at Seven Feathers Casino RV Resort. This is a beautiful park and they are very accommodating. The provide transportation to the Casino and the Truck Stop restaurant. We all went over to have dinner and made a contribution to the establishment. A very nice evening..
Tomorrow, Ed and I are traveling to Redding to visit friends. Bev, George, Oneta, Bob, Sue and Steve will be traveling a bit further down the road..
Until next time....
Tomorrow, Ed and I are traveling to Redding to visit friends. Bev, George, Oneta, Bob, Sue and Steve will be traveling a bit further down the road..
Until next time....
Lincoln City Oregon September 17, 2012
This was the official end of the RV trip. I did not get enough of my ocean fix so extended another day. George, Bev, Dorothy, Ed, Oneta, Bob, Sue and Steve decided to stay on for another day as well. Dave, April, Paula and Len had plans to visit some other areas of Oregon and headed out that morning.
This was a kick back day, just enjoying the sunny weather and getting things ready to head home. Ed and I took a ride down the road and found another beach to explore. We took a long walk and came upon a dead otter, icky and sad at the same time.
That evening those of us that stayed on went to dinner at Inn at Spanish head. This is where Bev and George had their anniversary dinner. Very nice place and the food was good, an excellent view of the Pacific Ocean. A very nice way to end the trip.....
Until next time....
This was a kick back day, just enjoying the sunny weather and getting things ready to head home. Ed and I took a ride down the road and found another beach to explore. We took a long walk and came upon a dead otter, icky and sad at the same time.
That evening those of us that stayed on went to dinner at Inn at Spanish head. This is where Bev and George had their anniversary dinner. Very nice place and the food was good, an excellent view of the Pacific Ocean. A very nice way to end the trip.....
Until next time....
Lincoln City Oregon September 16, 2012
It occurred to me that I did not finish the blog for the last trip. Since it has been three months, I am going on memory... watch out!
Sunday, September 16th, it was a cool morning but prediction of another sunny day. Tom and Trisa had to leave today to attend their grandson's birthday celebration. Great seeing you both again and hope we can get together again soon.
Today was retail therapy day. Just so happens there is Tanger Outlet Mall a couple miles down the road. The ladies of Amador County are retail deprived so we take every opportunity to shop. Bev, Sue, Dorothy, Oneta, Paula, April and myself had a very productive day. This Mall had stores that we do not have at home, one very popular store being the Pendleton Store. I think everyone enjoyed that store. We had lunch at the deli and moved on for more shopping. I really do not remember what the fellas did that day. (This is what I get for procrastinating)
Our group went out to dinner for our official last night at Lincoln City. It was a BBQ place and will post the name if and when I remember. Dorothy introduced me to Lemon Drops! Amazing, just like lemonade until one tries to stand up and walk. Sorta sneaks up on ya!! We all had a good time, we have such an amazing travel group.
We played some games in the rec room again that evening. Enjoyed another game of farkle with Bob and Oneta....
Until next time....
Sunday, September 16th, it was a cool morning but prediction of another sunny day. Tom and Trisa had to leave today to attend their grandson's birthday celebration. Great seeing you both again and hope we can get together again soon.
Today was retail therapy day. Just so happens there is Tanger Outlet Mall a couple miles down the road. The ladies of Amador County are retail deprived so we take every opportunity to shop. Bev, Sue, Dorothy, Oneta, Paula, April and myself had a very productive day. This Mall had stores that we do not have at home, one very popular store being the Pendleton Store. I think everyone enjoyed that store. We had lunch at the deli and moved on for more shopping. I really do not remember what the fellas did that day. (This is what I get for procrastinating)
Our group went out to dinner for our official last night at Lincoln City. It was a BBQ place and will post the name if and when I remember. Dorothy introduced me to Lemon Drops! Amazing, just like lemonade until one tries to stand up and walk. Sorta sneaks up on ya!! We all had a good time, we have such an amazing travel group.
We played some games in the rec room again that evening. Enjoyed another game of farkle with Bob and Oneta....
Until next time....
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Lincoln City September 15, 2012
YES!!!! The sun is shining, it is a bit warmer, enough to put away the jeans and break out the capri's, well at least for the gals. Ed and I started out the day with Trish and Tom and went to breakfast at Pig in the Blanket! I think that is the name, a very nice breakfast. We decided to go to Newport to the Aquarium. I have to say I was very impressed. This is an indoor and outdoor aquarium and it is so neat. It is far better than the one we have in Monterrey California. I hope the pictures turn out because the colors of some of these fish were really pretty. We then started back to Lincoln City and stopped in a little town Depot City. Trish and I went through some of the shops while Ed and Tom went over to the beach. There is a Whale Visitor Center there that Ed explored. We came back to camp and tried to get to the beach. There is a tunnel under the highway but it goes to a hotel and really not to the beach. Ed and I went through the hotel to the beach and almost got blown away, it was so dang windy. Decided to do the beach another day. We had dinner at Mo's restaurant a real popular place on the beach. We did not have much of a wait but when we left they were out the door and down the side of the building. We checked out that beach and there were quite a few folks having fires on the beach. Pretty cool!
Steve, Sue, George and Bev took a ride down and visited Newport and Depot City. They did see some whales out in the ocean below Depot Bay. Len, Paula, Dave, April, Bob, Oneta, Dorothy and Ed went into Salem to the Wool Factory tour and the State Capital. They reported back that it was very interesting and they had a great day in Salem.
Since there was so much spaghetti left over from last night, dinner was available again to those that wanted to stay in.
Before I go on, I want to wish George and Bev a very Happy Anniversary. It is 55 years for this great couple. Many happy wishes to you both, you are very special people. George and Bev went out to dinner and was able to see a very beautiful sunset. Bev is a very good sport, it seems we are always on a trip on their anniversary. Much love to you both!
Bob, Oneta, Trisha, Dave and I played farkle again tonight, and for the second night in a row Oneta was the big winner. In closing for tonight, I think everyone had a great day and tomorrow another day here on the Oregon coast...
So until next time.......
Steve, Sue, George and Bev took a ride down and visited Newport and Depot City. They did see some whales out in the ocean below Depot Bay. Len, Paula, Dave, April, Bob, Oneta, Dorothy and Ed went into Salem to the Wool Factory tour and the State Capital. They reported back that it was very interesting and they had a great day in Salem.
Since there was so much spaghetti left over from last night, dinner was available again to those that wanted to stay in.
Before I go on, I want to wish George and Bev a very Happy Anniversary. It is 55 years for this great couple. Many happy wishes to you both, you are very special people. George and Bev went out to dinner and was able to see a very beautiful sunset. Bev is a very good sport, it seems we are always on a trip on their anniversary. Much love to you both!
Bob, Oneta, Trisha, Dave and I played farkle again tonight, and for the second night in a row Oneta was the big winner. In closing for tonight, I think everyone had a great day and tomorrow another day here on the Oregon coast...
So until next time.......
Travel Day Coos Bay to Lincoln City 9/14/12
Travel days are tedious, I have decided. George, Bev, Steve, Sue Ed and I started out first from Coos Bay. It was only about 130 miles to Lincoln City but Highway 101 North is narrow and at times looking over the cliffs to the ocean. I am so glad I did not volunteer to drive this stretch because I do not think I could have done it. The scenery is awesome, the ocean is amazing but it took over three hours. Bob and Oneta had to stop in Coos Bay for a water heater repair, which unfortunately when they got here to Lincoln City found out the heater was NOT repaired. Ron and Evelyn made a reservation at another park in Depot City so they were going to spend Friday night there. Dave, April, Len, Paula, Ed and Dorothy were about an hour behind us. We are at Premiere RV Park in Lincoln City.
We had a few errands to run after we got settled in. I was waiting for Trish and Tom from Salem to join us and the arrived late afternoon. Trish and I have been friends for many years and whenever we come to Oregon we try to meet up with them. They are staying here with us until Sunday.
Gary and Marilyn who were to be on this trip and always cook a great spaghetti dinner had to cancel but they came through with the amazing spaghetti sauce. Dorothy took on the spaghetti project and we had a fine meal of spaghetti and meatballs.... lots of meatballs, salad, french bread and dessert. I can't say it enough, we eat very well on these trips. A big thanks for Dorothy to carry on and she had Steve doing kitchen duty also.
We ended the evening with some of us playing farkle, a fun dice game and some were playing canasta. We are expecting sun tomorrow and some wind. Some of our group are going to Salem for the day and some of us are touring around the local area...
So until next time......
We had a few errands to run after we got settled in. I was waiting for Trish and Tom from Salem to join us and the arrived late afternoon. Trish and I have been friends for many years and whenever we come to Oregon we try to meet up with them. They are staying here with us until Sunday.
Gary and Marilyn who were to be on this trip and always cook a great spaghetti dinner had to cancel but they came through with the amazing spaghetti sauce. Dorothy took on the spaghetti project and we had a fine meal of spaghetti and meatballs.... lots of meatballs, salad, french bread and dessert. I can't say it enough, we eat very well on these trips. A big thanks for Dorothy to carry on and she had Steve doing kitchen duty also.
We ended the evening with some of us playing farkle, a fun dice game and some were playing canasta. We are expecting sun tomorrow and some wind. Some of our group are going to Salem for the day and some of us are touring around the local area...
So until next time......
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Coos Bay September 13, 2012
I have been lazy the last couple of nights to write on the blog so will catch up now. On Tuesday, September 11th, we went to Bandon Oregon for the day. It is a cute little town with an old town section with restaurants and shops. There is a wharf there in fact that is where we had our Crabbing boat experience the last time we were here. As I said the plan to go crabbing was scratched due to weather. We had lunch, I think everyone that likes clam chowder has been getting their fill on this trip. We looked through the shops and of course some retail therapy was in order. It was a very windy and cold day, the sun was shining but the wind took any warmth out of the day. In fact we did not even get a walk on the beach that day.
We returned to camp and Ed, Dorothy, Len and Paula provided hamburgers for the evening meal. We had side dishes provided by some of the gals. One thing for sure we never go hungry on these trips.
Wednesday September 12, 2012, I think everyone went in different directions today. Ed and I went to get the car washed, had to get some bulbs for the coach, a real exciting day for sure . We found a small shopping mall that I took a stroll through, nothing exciting so we headed back to camp and was able to spend quite a bit of time walking on the beach. I have always said if I lived near the beach I would be skinny. It was a sunny and cool day but the wind did die down.
We had a catered dinner that evening provided by a local restaurant in Charleston Oregon. What a feast, brisket that melted in your mouth, BBQ chicken and shrimp, a great salad, rolls and of course clam chowder. Dorothy provided desert and no one went away hungry from this meal. Most of stayed at the yurit and played games. Paula, Len, April and Dave played 3-13. Ed, Bob, Steve, Oneta, Dorothy and I played Sequence. It was the guys against the gals. Now it seems the guys whupped up on us gals but a game or two should be questioned because there was some jokers played the incorrect way. No intentional cheating but I think all those games should be voided!! LOL
Thursday, September 13, 2012. Butch and Betty left us to head back to California to go to their grandson's football game. Safe travels to you and we will miss you for the rest of our trip. Today was another kick back day, folks going their own way exploring. Dorothy and I went to the mall to check out Macy's and we ran into Bev and George. George decided to go back to camp and Bev spent the rest of the afternoon shopping with us. We did find a few good bargains and headed back to camp. Ed and I took another long walk on that gorgeous beach. It is so relaxing to walk and hear the surf , watch the kids playing and the pooches running in the ocean.
We had a heavy snack night tonight, again lots of good food. Since it was our last night here, we finally were able to have a campfire. The only thing missing was marshmallows...darn it!
Tomorrow we will leave for Lincoln City. Richard and Shelia will leaving to go home tomorrow. We wish you safe travels and hope to see you soon. The rest of the group will travel about 130 miles to Lincoln City to the Premiere RV park. We will be there until Monday and a couple of us until Tuesday. Although the plans for Coos Bay fell through, I think we all enjoyed our stay here. Just to be here at the ocean is well worth the trip.
So until next time......
Monday, September 10, 2012
Coos Bay September 10,2012
We woke up to overcast and cool this morning. It rained during the night so the grounds were icky to say the least. Today was planning day and seems our timing is off this trip due to weather. The guys went out to check the boat rental for crabbing and was told due to a storm coming in and high winds there would be no crabbing until Friday. Since we are leaving Friday that is not going to be an option.
Some of the gals went into Coos Bay to go to Freddie Myers. We do not have one in California so it was one of first shopping excursions. We were wandering around the store and find the guys in the little snack shop eating donuts and bagels and just all that good stuff. We went to the Mills casino for lunch. We were good, just had lunch and did not make any deposits. I did not get much on this outing except we stopped in Charleston to check out what stores were there. All we could find is a thrift shop open, I have to say I did find a good buy there, NMDJ are generally $100.00 which is ridiculous for a pair of jeans but I found a pair in there for $8.00.
When we returned to camp, down time for a couple of hours before our Hamburger night. A big thanks to our Wagon master Ed and Dorothy, they put on a fine BBQ with the help of our cooks George and Butch. The gals provided great side dishes and as usual everything was awesome!
We have the use of the Yurik for our events here at Oceanside RV Park. It is a neat building and so handy for our meals and whatever events we have. Nice TV in there and there were some watching the Raider Game tonight. Dorothy, Betty, Ed, Oneta, Bev and I played Sequence, Dave, April, Len and Paula were playing a card game golf 9 I think is what it was called. The rest of the group just visited. Sort of a nice easy day overall after two days of driving. Not sure what is on the agenda for tomorrow yet, I am sure we will find something fun to do....
I am going to try and get pictures on in the next day or so. Ed got me an Apple Mac Book Air and I am having difficulty getting the pictures in order and edited for the blog. If I do not figure it out on this trip, I will post them when I get home so be sure to check back.
So, until next time........
Some of the gals went into Coos Bay to go to Freddie Myers. We do not have one in California so it was one of first shopping excursions. We were wandering around the store and find the guys in the little snack shop eating donuts and bagels and just all that good stuff. We went to the Mills casino for lunch. We were good, just had lunch and did not make any deposits. I did not get much on this outing except we stopped in Charleston to check out what stores were there. All we could find is a thrift shop open, I have to say I did find a good buy there, NMDJ are generally $100.00 which is ridiculous for a pair of jeans but I found a pair in there for $8.00.
When we returned to camp, down time for a couple of hours before our Hamburger night. A big thanks to our Wagon master Ed and Dorothy, they put on a fine BBQ with the help of our cooks George and Butch. The gals provided great side dishes and as usual everything was awesome!
We have the use of the Yurik for our events here at Oceanside RV Park. It is a neat building and so handy for our meals and whatever events we have. Nice TV in there and there were some watching the Raider Game tonight. Dorothy, Betty, Ed, Oneta, Bev and I played Sequence, Dave, April, Len and Paula were playing a card game golf 9 I think is what it was called. The rest of the group just visited. Sort of a nice easy day overall after two days of driving. Not sure what is on the agenda for tomorrow yet, I am sure we will find something fun to do....
I am going to try and get pictures on in the next day or so. Ed got me an Apple Mac Book Air and I am having difficulty getting the pictures in order and edited for the blog. If I do not figure it out on this trip, I will post them when I get home so be sure to check back.
So, until next time........
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Travel Day Benbow to Coos Bay
September 9, 2012
We woke up to a cool brisk but sunny morning. Everyone was ready to roll out at 8:00 am. With ten rigs we sort of spaced it out a bit and I believe everyone was on the highway by 8:30. We drove about 170 miles to Brookings, Oregon for lunch. Most of us squeezed into this small place for lunch, I will post the name tomorrow because I just don't remember the name tonight. It was cool in Brookings but the sun was shining. For miles before we stopped for lunch the ocean views from the highway were just breathtaking. I love to watch the ocean, if I lived at the ocean, I would be skinny because I could walk that awesome beach for hours.
Anyway..... after lunch we took off for the next leg of our trip. We followed George as he knew the correct road into the campground. I have to say and there are more on this trip that agrees with me, this place has to be one of the most difficult to find. We were happy thinking we would get to camp mid afternoon. We were not that far from camp when we were stopped, an accident ahead that was closing the road for hours. Unfortunately it was a motorcycle head on with a car and a fatality. We tried to call back to warn the group behind us to stop or turn around but of course there was no cell service. This is a narrow two lane road and we have three motor homes towing and three fifth wheels out of our group stuck there. The other four rigs did not get up as far as we did. There was a little dirt area so we unhooked the cars and backed the motor homes down onto this dirt area, just barely enough room to get everyone turned around. Bev took off in her car, I could not get in behind her because I was blocked but finally we got everyone turned around to head back to the main highway. We all have navigation systems that do not work well in this territory, So with so many different directions we just winged it. When we did turn off to head to the camp up in Coos Bay, somehow I got on a different street and can see motor homes going one direction then a fifth wheel going another way, it was almost like an old Laurel and Hardy movie. We had our two way radios and I finally got behind Steve. If I were to say, tempers were short would be an understatement. We arrived at the campground about 5:00 pm and so glad to finally be able to park. Two other couples got lost coming in, they were smart and called the office here and stayed on the phone until they got here!!! WAY TO GO!
After we all got settled in, hooked up etc. we had heavy snacks, I still cannot spell that H word. We had an amazing variety of food, adult beverages which I participated in tonight. We hashed over our adventures of the day and ended the evening with several of us walking the beach. We had four dogs with us, Buddy who belongs to Dave and April was running in the surf and just having a good time, then Gracie who belongs to Butch and Betty was doing her best to keep up with Buddy. Max, who is with George and Bev was restrained a bit by George but he finally let Max loose to run for awhile. Jake who belongs to Ed and Dorothy did not get as rambunctious but he had a good time as well.
I have to say that walk on the beach was the best way to end the day, especially this one. Tomorrow is a free day, and a day to organize some activities for the week. Everyone is tucked away for the night and I am heading that way myself...
So, until next time......
We woke up to a cool brisk but sunny morning. Everyone was ready to roll out at 8:00 am. With ten rigs we sort of spaced it out a bit and I believe everyone was on the highway by 8:30. We drove about 170 miles to Brookings, Oregon for lunch. Most of us squeezed into this small place for lunch, I will post the name tomorrow because I just don't remember the name tonight. It was cool in Brookings but the sun was shining. For miles before we stopped for lunch the ocean views from the highway were just breathtaking. I love to watch the ocean, if I lived at the ocean, I would be skinny because I could walk that awesome beach for hours.
Anyway..... after lunch we took off for the next leg of our trip. We followed George as he knew the correct road into the campground. I have to say and there are more on this trip that agrees with me, this place has to be one of the most difficult to find. We were happy thinking we would get to camp mid afternoon. We were not that far from camp when we were stopped, an accident ahead that was closing the road for hours. Unfortunately it was a motorcycle head on with a car and a fatality. We tried to call back to warn the group behind us to stop or turn around but of course there was no cell service. This is a narrow two lane road and we have three motor homes towing and three fifth wheels out of our group stuck there. The other four rigs did not get up as far as we did. There was a little dirt area so we unhooked the cars and backed the motor homes down onto this dirt area, just barely enough room to get everyone turned around. Bev took off in her car, I could not get in behind her because I was blocked but finally we got everyone turned around to head back to the main highway. We all have navigation systems that do not work well in this territory, So with so many different directions we just winged it. When we did turn off to head to the camp up in Coos Bay, somehow I got on a different street and can see motor homes going one direction then a fifth wheel going another way, it was almost like an old Laurel and Hardy movie. We had our two way radios
After we all got settled in, hooked up etc. we had heavy snacks, I still cannot spell that H word. We had an amazing variety of food, adult beverages which I participated in tonight. We hashed over our adventures of the day and ended the evening with several of us walking the beach. We had four dogs with us, Buddy who belongs to Dave and April was running in the surf and just having a good time, then Gracie who belongs to Butch and Betty was doing her best to keep up with Buddy. Max, who is with George and Bev was restrained a bit by George but he finally let Max loose to run for awhile. Jake who belongs to Ed and Dorothy did not get as rambunctious but he had a good time as well.
I have to say that walk on the beach was the best way to end the day, especially this one. Tomorrow is a free day, and a day to organize some activities for the week. Everyone is tucked away for the night and I am heading that way myself...
So, until next time......
Saturday, September 8, 2012
On The Road Again....... to Oregon
September 8, 2012
After a week of problems we were not sure we were going to make the Oregon trip. Water pump problems with the coach. Thanks to George's help, he and Ed were able to get the problem fixed. It was a busy day Friday getting everything in the coach to leave on Saturday.
We met up with George and Bev, Ed and Dorothy and Dave and April about 8:00 am for a 263 mile day. Does not sound too bad but we were on curvy country roads a good part of the day. We stopped at Oasis Restaurant for breakfast in Dunnigan. Good food and as we were leaving the server told us this restaurant used to be called Panty Coat Junction many years ago. I heard stories about that place, LOL the servers were in skimpy clothes and were no spring chickens. Most of them were of the "senior generation" This place was popular especially for the truckers on Interstate 5. It was also known for it's good food as well.
We arrived at Benbow RV Park about 2:30 in the afternoon. What a gorgeous day, sunny, warm and a bit of a breeze. Sue was holding down camp, while Steve, Butch, Betty, Len, Paula, Bob and Oneta were out on the golf course. Some of the gals just went along for the ride, those playing must have done ok, they were smiling when they returned. The rest of our group for this trip arrived late afternoon,, Ron and Evelyn, Richard and Shelia arrived. There was no official plan for the evening, some of us sat out and visited until time to fix or find dinner... We are back on the road tomorrow at 8:00 am ish. We will have a long day tomorrow as the road is quite curvy and narrow. I know this because on our last trip here, I drove that part of the trip and it was white knuckle for me the entire time I was driving. We are heading to Coos Bay....
So, until next time.........
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
FAMILY BBQ
Unfortunately due to circumstances with several members of the family, the BBQ has been postponed. We will try and do something in October if all goes well otherwise we are on for next year. Sorry we missed this opportunity to get together, I really enjoy seeing everyone! Will keep you all updated....
RV PICNIC AUGUST 11, 2012
What is it about the RV picnic and heat? No matter what month I plan the picnic, the heat wave hits. Last year we had the picnic in June and it was 103 degrees, IN JUNE!!! So this year I went back to August since it has been mild, the temperature was the hottest day all Summer 107 degrees. There is no winning this one! Next year whoever hosts the picnic should maybe try October! :-)
We still had a successful day, about 40 guests and we were spread out. We set up tables indoors for some of the gals to play cards or games and visit. The guys were outside and we had some in the pool. It was a perfect day for the pool there is no doubt. George was the bartender, he did a fine job. Mudslides were the popular beverage of the day. They are like a chocolate milkshake with a bit of a kick! Very good stuff. Beer and wine were also on hand. Butch was the main BBQ cook with help from Ed Reno. As always we had awesome side dishes provided by all the gals of this group and BBQ steaks. One thing about this group, we do not go hungry!
Despite the heat, I think everyone had a good time, I know quite a few really enjoyed the pool. This group has a good time no matter what, an amazing bunch of people for sure. I would like to thank those that help set up and clean up. Thanks to Dorothy for getting the silverware done, she always makes it look nice. A special thanks to the ladies for all the great food.
I will be posting pictures soon, I still have some editing to do.
So until next time.......
We still had a successful day, about 40 guests and we were spread out. We set up tables indoors for some of the gals to play cards or games and visit. The guys were outside and we had some in the pool. It was a perfect day for the pool there is no doubt. George was the bartender, he did a fine job. Mudslides were the popular beverage of the day. They are like a chocolate milkshake with a bit of a kick! Very good stuff. Beer and wine were also on hand. Butch was the main BBQ cook with help from Ed Reno. As always we had awesome side dishes provided by all the gals of this group and BBQ steaks. One thing about this group, we do not go hungry!
Despite the heat, I think everyone had a good time, I know quite a few really enjoyed the pool. This group has a good time no matter what, an amazing bunch of people for sure. I would like to thank those that help set up and clean up. Thanks to Dorothy for getting the silverware done, she always makes it look nice. A special thanks to the ladies for all the great food.
I will be posting pictures soon, I still have some editing to do.
So until next time.......
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Yosemite Day 6, June 8,2012 Heading Home
What a great week. We saw some amazing California country, Mother Nature at her best. Yosemite is one of the most beautiful parks in the country. Hetch Hetchy was a new experience for all of our group. I don't think any of us visited it before. The campfires in the evening are always fun, especially on song night. A fun group of people and love traveling with SIRS 15 RV group.
Well, we had to do it! GO BACK DOWN PRIEST GRADE! I was not looking forward to that ride again but it was not too bad. Ed said it was ok and the coach seems to finally be repaired. Well at least until something else goes wrong. Ed decided to take Highway 20 to Jack Tone road home this time. It was about 30 miles longer but a very straight road. We got stuck behind one of those RV Motorhome Rentals! geeez, I am thinking those renters have no business out on the road. This guy was going maybe 40 per hour in a 60 mile zone, a string of vehicles behind him so far it was out of sight. Needless to say that poor guy had many a honk and gesture by the time all these vehicles passed him. Then we were lucky enough to get behind three huge farm equipment sprayers and a fuel truck and chemical truck, five vehicles that were going about 10 miles an hour, they could have pulled over many times but were being so rude and had traffic backed up for miles. I do believe they also had verbal and hand gestures as well. Even with the two idiot incidents, it was a pleasant ride home. It was nice to see the Amador County Line sign. Love to travel and see this beautiful country with good friends but it is always nice to be home.
Hope all our fellow travelers had a safe trip to their destinations. Looking forward to our next adventure!
Until next time....
What a great week. We saw some amazing California country, Mother Nature at her best. Yosemite is one of the most beautiful parks in the country. Hetch Hetchy was a new experience for all of our group. I don't think any of us visited it before. The campfires in the evening are always fun, especially on song night. A fun group of people and love traveling with SIRS 15 RV group.
Well, we had to do it! GO BACK DOWN PRIEST GRADE! I was not looking forward to that ride again but it was not too bad. Ed said it was ok and the coach seems to finally be repaired. Well at least until something else goes wrong. Ed decided to take Highway 20 to Jack Tone road home this time. It was about 30 miles longer but a very straight road. We got stuck behind one of those RV Motorhome Rentals! geeez, I am thinking those renters have no business out on the road. This guy was going maybe 40 per hour in a 60 mile zone, a string of vehicles behind him so far it was out of sight. Needless to say that poor guy had many a honk and gesture by the time all these vehicles passed him. Then we were lucky enough to get behind three huge farm equipment sprayers and a fuel truck and chemical truck, five vehicles that were going about 10 miles an hour, they could have pulled over many times but were being so rude and had traffic backed up for miles. I do believe they also had verbal and hand gestures as well. Even with the two idiot incidents, it was a pleasant ride home. It was nice to see the Amador County Line sign. Love to travel and see this beautiful country with good friends but it is always nice to be home.
Hope all our fellow travelers had a safe trip to their destinations. Looking forward to our next adventure!
Until next time....
Yosemite Day 5 June 7, 2012
Yosemite Day 5 June 7, 2012
Woke up to another sunny day here at Yosemite Lakes Campground. We got another surprise this morning, since we had so much leftover sausage, pancakes and eggs, the guys cooked breakfast again. I can tell ya, the women can get used to this mighty quick!!! Thanks again guys!!!
Today we headed to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. We thought it was about seven miles but turned out to be about 25 miles. The Hetch Hetchy regional water system plays a key role in water delivery in the state of California. On a daily basis, this system provides drinking water to 2.6 million residents and businesses across Southern Alameda, Northern Santa Clara, San Mateo and San Francisco counties. The system generates 1.6 billion kilowatt hours of clean hydroelectric power annually for the City and County of San Francisco, as well as Modesto and Turlock Irrigation Districts.
The water coming out today was spectacular, it was like swirling around and looked like it was going uphill, if that makes any sense… guess you had to be there. There is a great hiking trail to the water fall. If we planned better, proper shoes, water etc. I even could have made that hike.
Tonight Butch, Betty, Arnie, Marilynn, Gail, Jeff, Dave, April, Ed R, Dorothy, Ed and I went to the Groveland Hotel for dinner. We were supposed to go to a restaurant closer to the campground but they left a message at the office their refrigerator went out and all they were serving was cold sandwiches. What was strange when we were driving back to camp the restaurant seemed to be full. Oh well their loss. Our dinners were ok at the Groveland, they were a little stingy on the serving of wine and soup. The desserts were awesome tho!
Len, Paula, Steve and Sue had a nice fire going by the time we got back. Our last night in camp. It is always a bit sad the end of our trips, we have such an amazing group that have fun and laugh a lot, just a good time. We just have to look forward to more adventures. Tomorrow we are all leaving and going in different directions, safe travels to all my dear friends..
So until next time…..
Woke up to another sunny day here at Yosemite Lakes Campground. We got another surprise this morning, since we had so much leftover sausage, pancakes and eggs, the guys cooked breakfast again. I can tell ya, the women can get used to this mighty quick!!! Thanks again guys!!!
Today we headed to Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. We thought it was about seven miles but turned out to be about 25 miles. The Hetch Hetchy regional water system plays a key role in water delivery in the state of California. On a daily basis, this system provides drinking water to 2.6 million residents and businesses across Southern Alameda, Northern Santa Clara, San Mateo and San Francisco counties. The system generates 1.6 billion kilowatt hours of clean hydroelectric power annually for the City and County of San Francisco, as well as Modesto and Turlock Irrigation Districts.
The water coming out today was spectacular, it was like swirling around and looked like it was going uphill, if that makes any sense… guess you had to be there. There is a great hiking trail to the water fall. If we planned better, proper shoes, water etc. I even could have made that hike.
Tonight Butch, Betty, Arnie, Marilynn, Gail, Jeff, Dave, April, Ed R, Dorothy, Ed and I went to the Groveland Hotel for dinner. We were supposed to go to a restaurant closer to the campground but they left a message at the office their refrigerator went out and all they were serving was cold sandwiches. What was strange when we were driving back to camp the restaurant seemed to be full. Oh well their loss. Our dinners were ok at the Groveland, they were a little stingy on the serving of wine and soup. The desserts were awesome tho!
Len, Paula, Steve and Sue had a nice fire going by the time we got back. Our last night in camp. It is always a bit sad the end of our trips, we have such an amazing group that have fun and laugh a lot, just a good time. We just have to look forward to more adventures. Tomorrow we are all leaving and going in different directions, safe travels to all my dear friends..
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| Hetch Hethcy Dam |
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| Hetch Hehtcy Dam |
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| Hetch Hetchy Lake |
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| Waterfall |
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| Tunnel leading to the path for the waterfall |
So until next time…..
Yosemite Day 4 June 6,2012
The weather was much better this morning, was mighty cold during the night be at least the sun is shining. The day started with a great breakfast cooked by the guys. They served pancakes, sausage and eggs. It was a great treat especially for us women. Thank you very much fellas!!!!!
The plan of the day was to go back to Yosemite and do the tram tour. Those in attendance, Ed and Dorothy, Butch and Betty, Arnie and Marilynn, Len and Paula and Ed and I. The other couples did a bit of sightseeing in the Groveland area. The day was gorgeous in the Yosemite Valley. Our tour guide Christine was excellent, sharing the history of the park and some personal stories. The Falls were flowing and the river was still running moderately. The park is getting crowded with the kids out of school, so glad we were able to get this trip in before it got too bad. We had a bit of lunch when we returned to Yosemite Lodge and then back to camp.
The pooches....
This evening was heavy snack night (still cannot spell that H word) and a very nice variety we had. We had a campfire again this evening which was nice. We seldom get fires in anymore with the fire danger in California. It was an early evening for most of us, I think the festivities of the night before, some were still recovering.
Tomorrow the plan is Hetch Hetchy Reservoir.
So, until next time………
The weather was much better this morning, was mighty cold during the night be at least the sun is shining. The day started with a great breakfast cooked by the guys. They served pancakes, sausage and eggs. It was a great treat especially for us women. Thank you very much fellas!!!!!
The plan of the day was to go back to Yosemite and do the tram tour. Those in attendance, Ed and Dorothy, Butch and Betty, Arnie and Marilynn, Len and Paula and Ed and I. The other couples did a bit of sightseeing in the Groveland area. The day was gorgeous in the Yosemite Valley. Our tour guide Christine was excellent, sharing the history of the park and some personal stories. The Falls were flowing and the river was still running moderately. The park is getting crowded with the kids out of school, so glad we were able to get this trip in before it got too bad. We had a bit of lunch when we returned to Yosemite Lodge and then back to camp.
The pooches....
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| China |
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| Guess who? |
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| Yep, it is Gracie |
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| Jake |
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| Marilynn holding Kara |
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| Buddy |
This evening was heavy snack night (still cannot spell that H word) and a very nice variety we had. We had a campfire again this evening which was nice. We seldom get fires in anymore with the fire danger in California. It was an early evening for most of us, I think the festivities of the night before, some were still recovering.
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| Gnome at Yosemite |
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| Betty with her Gnome |
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| Christine our tour guide! |
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| Bridal Veil Falls |
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| Climbers on El Capitan Can you see them? |
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| One of many meadows in the park |
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| Maureen and Ed Hope everyone on this trip had a good time! It was an awesome trip! |
Tomorrow the plan is Hetch Hetchy Reservoir.
So, until next time………
Friday, June 8, 2012
Yosemite Day 3 June 5, 2012
We woke up to chilly weather this morning. It got pretty cold last night and even had to put an extra quilt on the bed. Today was a free day. Butch, Steve and Jeff went to play golf. Ed R., Leonard went fishing and Ed N. decided to go just to watch. After hiking through poison oak and the terrain getting steeper and steeper almost a 50 foot drop off to the creek Ed decided to go back to camp, on the way encountered a four foot snake across the trail. Ed was NOT a happy camper. Dorothy, Marilynn and I took a ride to Groveland. It was not a retail shopping experience by any means. Only a few shops and not much merchandise. We did have a nice lunch in the Country Café. The rest of our group stayed back at camp and just relaxed.
The fishermen, Ed R. and Leonard returned without fish but had some stories to tell. Seems Len was catching a fish, somehow fell in the creek and the water was mighty cold and with the windy weather, losing the fish, Len was NOT a happy camper. When they returned, here is where the story gets a bit sketchy. Due to many adult beverages consumed in the afternoon, not too sure of the events, I think it was Len and Ed R. that decided to start a song about their day adventure. When the golfers returned, it was requested that Butch write the tune for the lyrics. All the guys were in a circle putting this thing together and may have had some input to the masterpiece. Due to more adult beverages being consumed the decision was made to start dinner early. We had another feast of BBQ Steak, beans, salad, garlic bread, rice, potato salad and dessert. Totally awesome, one thing this group does well is EAT.
We had our campfire and Betty brought out the guitar for Butch. For a while Butch was trying to play the broom but does much better with the guitar. We sang our usual songs, in anticipation of the debut of the masterpiece that was created that afternoon. At first there was a bit of trouble with tune matching the lyrics, perhaps some of trying to sing it did not help either. Butch was singing a tune a bit later and just happened to fit in with the lyrics. You Tube will never be the same.
Printing the sorta kinda lyrics to the tune, Due to content, discretion is advised.
Leaf of three, let it be. I agree show me a tree, so I can pee.
I got stung by a bumble bee on my way to pee pee while I was going wee wee.
I began to choke so went and found a goat which I carried in a tote, I bought it a coat.
I put the goat wearing a coat in a boat and rowed across the moat, when the boat began to float.
I had a stroke while rowing the boat and croaked.
Composed by SIRS 15 otherwise known as Old Farts Club.
Well, I cannot compete with that, so until next time....
We woke up to chilly weather this morning. It got pretty cold last night and even had to put an extra quilt on the bed. Today was a free day. Butch, Steve and Jeff went to play golf. Ed R., Leonard went fishing and Ed N. decided to go just to watch. After hiking through poison oak and the terrain getting steeper and steeper almost a 50 foot drop off to the creek Ed decided to go back to camp, on the way encountered a four foot snake across the trail. Ed was NOT a happy camper. Dorothy, Marilynn and I took a ride to Groveland. It was not a retail shopping experience by any means. Only a few shops and not much merchandise. We did have a nice lunch in the Country Café. The rest of our group stayed back at camp and just relaxed.
The fishermen, Ed R. and Leonard returned without fish but had some stories to tell. Seems Len was catching a fish, somehow fell in the creek and the water was mighty cold and with the windy weather, losing the fish, Len was NOT a happy camper. When they returned, here is where the story gets a bit sketchy. Due to many adult beverages consumed in the afternoon, not too sure of the events, I think it was Len and Ed R. that decided to start a song about their day adventure. When the golfers returned, it was requested that Butch write the tune for the lyrics. All the guys were in a circle putting this thing together and may have had some input to the masterpiece. Due to more adult beverages being consumed the decision was made to start dinner early. We had another feast of BBQ Steak, beans, salad, garlic bread, rice, potato salad and dessert. Totally awesome, one thing this group does well is EAT.
We had our campfire and Betty brought out the guitar for Butch. For a while Butch was trying to play the broom but does much better with the guitar. We sang our usual songs, in anticipation of the debut of the masterpiece that was created that afternoon. At first there was a bit of trouble with tune matching the lyrics, perhaps some of trying to sing it did not help either. Butch was singing a tune a bit later and just happened to fit in with the lyrics. You Tube will never be the same.
Printing the sorta kinda lyrics to the tune, Due to content, discretion is advised.
Leaf of three, let it be. I agree show me a tree, so I can pee.
I got stung by a bumble bee on my way to pee pee while I was going wee wee.
I began to choke so went and found a goat which I carried in a tote, I bought it a coat.
I put the goat wearing a coat in a boat and rowed across the moat, when the boat began to float.
I had a stroke while rowing the boat and croaked.
Composed by SIRS 15 otherwise known as Old Farts Club.
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| Guys assisting with the song |
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| Guys assisting with the song |
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| Butch could not find his guitar so here is the substitute |
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| The original composers Len and Ed |
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| Dinner |
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| Campfire groud starting to gather |
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| Len and Butch with a special song |
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| Continuing with the special song |
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| Grand Finale Debut of Leaf of Three composed by Len and Ed Music by Butch and input of whatever by the rest of the guys! |
Yosemite trip Day 2 June 4, 2012
Yosemite trip Day 2 June 4, 2012
• Woke up to a very nice day; however the forecast is calling for rain today. We are going to Yosemite Valley Floor today and planned on taking the open air tram to get to see most of the highlights of the park and decide where we would like to explore. Steve called at 7:00 am to reserve tickets and informed due to the weather change coming they were cancelling the tours that day. We all decided to go to the park anyway and just wing it. Inside the park the first stop was Yosemite Falls. It is early enough in the year where the falls are still spectacular. When we got down to visitor parking, we all broke up in smaller groups. Ed, Dorothy, Ed and I stopped at the Grille for lunch, went over to the Visitors center and museum. The skies were getting a bit ugly but it was still warm. We walked up to the lower Yosemite Fall site and took some pictures. By this time the skies were looking a bit ominous so we started back to the car. We took a wrong turn and missed our trail and finally found a bus to get back to the parking area. Most of our group were there waiting for folks to return, a few already started back to camp. Our timing was pretty good because as we were leaving the park the rain did start. We did stop at a meadow so Ed could take a look at El Capitan and the climbers. There was a tent on one of the ledges up there and some climbers had hammocks set up to sleep in. I bet they had a miserable night with the rain and all, but they are supposed to be prepared for all conditions… good luck to them. By the time we got back to camp it was pouring and everyone were in the rigs trying to get warm. Len came around a couple hours later with umbrella in the pouring rain to inform that Happy Hour and heavy snacks (cannot spell that H word) were cancelled for the evening. The rain did stop about 6:00 and all the pooches were out for their walk and potty break, it was a long day for the dogs in our camp.
Across the road from us, a group of about 4 adults at least 4 or 5 kids and 5 dogs. Last night they had a huge fire and lights up having a great time. They have one 5th wheel and about four tents for the kids. When it was raining they were all including the dogs in that one rig, bet it was cozy. They have been an entertaining group to watch. Remember we don’t have TV!!!
Tomorrow is a free day, not sure what the plans are since we did not meet up tonight. I did hear Golf in there somewhere so figure some of the guys will be doing that. Hetch Hetchy was another idea being considered. The rain has stopped and hope the storm has moved out and back to sunny skies tomorrow..
So, until next time…
• Woke up to a very nice day; however the forecast is calling for rain today. We are going to Yosemite Valley Floor today and planned on taking the open air tram to get to see most of the highlights of the park and decide where we would like to explore. Steve called at 7:00 am to reserve tickets and informed due to the weather change coming they were cancelling the tours that day. We all decided to go to the park anyway and just wing it. Inside the park the first stop was Yosemite Falls. It is early enough in the year where the falls are still spectacular. When we got down to visitor parking, we all broke up in smaller groups. Ed, Dorothy, Ed and I stopped at the Grille for lunch, went over to the Visitors center and museum. The skies were getting a bit ugly but it was still warm. We walked up to the lower Yosemite Fall site and took some pictures. By this time the skies were looking a bit ominous so we started back to the car. We took a wrong turn and missed our trail and finally found a bus to get back to the parking area. Most of our group were there waiting for folks to return, a few already started back to camp. Our timing was pretty good because as we were leaving the park the rain did start. We did stop at a meadow so Ed could take a look at El Capitan and the climbers. There was a tent on one of the ledges up there and some climbers had hammocks set up to sleep in. I bet they had a miserable night with the rain and all, but they are supposed to be prepared for all conditions… good luck to them. By the time we got back to camp it was pouring and everyone were in the rigs trying to get warm. Len came around a couple hours later with umbrella in the pouring rain to inform that Happy Hour and heavy snacks (cannot spell that H word) were cancelled for the evening. The rain did stop about 6:00 and all the pooches were out for their walk and potty break, it was a long day for the dogs in our camp.
Across the road from us, a group of about 4 adults at least 4 or 5 kids and 5 dogs. Last night they had a huge fire and lights up having a great time. They have one 5th wheel and about four tents for the kids. When it was raining they were all including the dogs in that one rig, bet it was cozy. They have been an entertaining group to watch. Remember we don’t have TV!!!
Tomorrow is a free day, not sure what the plans are since we did not meet up tonight. I did hear Golf in there somewhere so figure some of the guys will be doing that. Hetch Hetchy was another idea being considered. The rain has stopped and hope the storm has moved out and back to sunny skies tomorrow..
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| Half Dome |
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| Bridal Falls |
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| Len and Paula |
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| Yosemite Lakes Campground |
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| Maureen and Ed |
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| Steve and Sue |
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| Phyllis and Gary |
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| Arnie, Marilynn, April, Len, Paula, Dave and Ed |
Yosemite trip Day 1 June 3, 2012
Yosemite trip Day 1 June 3, 2012
We do not have TV connections here unless you have satellite; I think two rigs have TV. There is no cell service and no internet unless you go to the lodge up by the office and it is a very slow dial up connection. Ed and I did take the Ipad up late evening and was able to get mail. There are some amenities there, TV, pool table and other tables to play cards etc. We will have to get the group up there some evening to play. Without the electronics and no cell service, thought I would get antsy but it has been sort of nice. Short term anyway! LOL
Day one for us, however the majority of the Sirs 15 RV group arrived yesterday. We met up with Dorothy and Ed at Raleys in Jackson about 9:50 am and started on the trip up Highway 49. This was the first trip for the RV since the repair. We were having engine trouble with the coach for the last year when it would bog down on hills. We had it into CAT for repairs twice and the second time it appears they got the problem resolved. Believe me when I say it got the ultimate test on this trip on the steep twisty Priest Grade on Highway 120. I followed in our new tow car, as we have not had the tow gear installed parts are ordered so hope it will be set up by the next trip. We finally gave up the Smart Car for a Chevy HHR that is easy to tow without a lot of prep to tow. Loved towing the Smart Car but when we had to drive 527 miles home from the Desert with no cruise control, decided to upgrade to a larger car. Not really sure what the HHR stands for, however Ed calls it the Horney High Roller. Does that surprise anyone? Anyway, we are following Ed and Dorothy, another RV is in front of them and there is nowhere to turn off this road or a passing lane. An idiot in a jeep behind me was riding so close and trying to pass on double line on curves just about any stupid way he could think of. When he did pass I was so hoping a cop was around, he could have had a huge pile up and people killed. What an @ss. We arrived at Yosemite Lakes Campground about 12:10 pm. We are about 19 miles from Groveland and 5 miles from the entrance to the park. Most of our group, Len and Paula, Dave and April, Butch and Betty, Arnie and Marilynn, Gary and Phyllis, Steve and Sue, Andy and Jan were already in camp, Ed and Dorothy, Ed and I thought we were the last ones in but Jeff and Gail were the last to arrive, making ten couples.
The weather was very pleasant; we set up camp and visited all afternoon. Happy Hour at 5:00 pm as is the custom. The Hosts of this trip, Len, Paula, Dave and April were providing the main course a BBQ turkey and side dishes, half of the group also brought side dishes. What a feast. That turkey was so good, moist just cooked perfect. All the dishes were awesome and we ate very well that night. Dessert was red velvet cake. After dinner we were outside visiting and of course the stories and laughter which I so enjoy with this group.
We do not have TV connections here unless you have satellite; I think two rigs have TV. There is no cell service and no internet unless you go to the lodge up by the office and it is a very slow dial up connection. Ed and I did take the Ipad up late evening and was able to get mail. There are some amenities there, TV, pool table and other tables to play cards etc. We will have to get the group up there some evening to play. Without the electronics and no cell service, thought I would get antsy but it has been sort of nice. Short term anyway! LOL
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| Andy and Jan |
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| Dorothy and Ed |
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| Butch and Betty |
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| Arnie, Marilynn, April, Len, Paula, Dave, Ed Jr. Ed Sr. |
So until tomorrow…..
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