Monday, November 19, 2012

HELLO!
We are here in Phoenix and finally settling in to some sort of a routine with Dave. But let me back up a bit before I tell you about Phoenix. So much has happened and been seen. As I said in the last post we left Lava Hot Springs the Friday after Labor day and headed north with Dylan, John's youngest son, who has spent the last year and a half climbing around the country. He is actually in Greece right now climbing. Anyway,our first stop was just outside of Jackson Hole at Granite Creek. The pic is of the falls, but they are much larger than it appears. The hot spring is at the bottom of the falls. Wonderful spot for a soak! And a nice campground just down the road.
The next day we spent some time checking out Jackson Hole. Found a WONDERFUL store called The Purple Moon. {We are a little biased... we know the owners from Lava}. In Jackson we picked up Dyl's car and we proceeded through the Tetons to a campground on the north side. I have never seen the Tetons or anything close - I am an east coast boy after all - and they are amazingly beautiful to see.











  This old guy was right on the side of the road as we went through Yellowstone, enjoying the afternoon sun.Yellowstone was pretty, but we didn't spend alot of time there as we had alot of miles to cover in order to reach Phoenix by the 15th of Oct.
We did stay just outside of Yellowstone in a town called Gardiner. The campground was just outside of town on top of this mountain. Great views, and we camped next to the horse rings. Both John and I grew up with horses so it felt [and smelled] like home. That night we climbed up on to the roof rack - it is empty for this part of the trip -  laid back and watched a meteor shower!
The next day brought us through the town of Boulder, Montana, where the is an old, turn of the century hotel that after being abandoned for decades is slowly coming back to life. The hotel was popular in it's day for the hot, healing waters. Of course we had to stop and soak away a few hours.











We continued on to stay in a town called Clancy. Met with a friend for an enjoyable evening out.
Our next destination is Glacier National Park. We were coming up the east side, passed through a town called Browning [don't ever bother  stopping there] and found a great B&B/campground about 8 miles out of town called Aspenwood. It was like arriving at Gramma's house, all warm and cozy, farmlike, and she has 5 dogs! They all come out to greet the newcomers so as we drove in and saw they're wagging tails I said to John " we are staying here tonight " No question.
The next morning we had a problem, a first for the bus. One of the front tires had a large split in the sidewall. Although the tire wasn't losing air, we needed a tire ASAP. Turns out the only place that had a tire that would fit was 70 miles away. So through the south end of Glacier we went to Columbia Falls. A bit harrowing crossing over some of the narrow mountain roads with a tire that could blow anytime!
Later that afternoon, with a new tire on, we headed up the west side of Glacier to a campsite on Big Creek. Feeling a need to stop for more than one night we spent a couple of nights there. Unfortunately we couldn't take the bus across the "Road to the Sun". The length limit was 21 feet and the bus is 37, so we meandered around the park on the west and south sides. Still a beautiful site. We stopped at Lake Macdonald Lodge for lunch, enjoying the old log style architecture. Not as grand as the one in Yellowstone, but just as interesting. Once we had seen all we could with the length restrictions we headed south towards Hot Springs, Montana.



Hot Springs is an interesting town. Small town - pop. just over 500 - but with some cool stuff happening. Nice co-op with all locally grown food, and it's own bakery. We stayed at the Symes Hotel, another turn of the century hotel. And quite large. It was taken over by an artist group a few years back and is in the process of being refurbished. A huge project. But they have great hot springs! And they have a fabulous Blues Festival every year that is fast becoming nationally known.

After much soaking we headed out the next day towards Missoula and spent the night just south of town. Great little campground on a river where we met this couple that trains a certain breed of dogs [the name escapes me at the moment]. These dogs, and this couple in particular, travel around the US and Canada. The dogs are trained to go after bears to scare them away from areas like campgrounds. 

The next day, as we headed south from Missoula, we started to encounter smoke from all the fires in the area and from the states of Washington and Oregon. We hadn't gone to far when we stopped for lunch and to check in at the Ranger station in Stevensville. The smoke was so bad our eyes were watering. We were headed to a hot spring called Gold Bug, but the fires were all around the area. And in some places vehicles had to be escorted through the smoke.  So we turned around and headed back towards Missoula to take another route. There was another hot spring up in Lolo Pass that we wanted to hit called Jerry Johnson. As we headed up the pass through this beautiful canyon the air cleared and we could see the sun again. And Breathe!!! But that didn't last long. By the time we got to the top of the pass, the smoke was back and just as thick as ever. We found out at the ranger station that another fire was spreading through the canyon and the hot springs were in the middle. The fires were all along the roadside, so petal to the metal, looking for clearer sky.



We drove hard all day and finally stopped in a town called White Bird, Idaho. Cute little campground on a river with laundry! But the next morning was still very smokey as the pic shows. That was taken at 9 am...
So another day with the petal to the metal, trying to get out of the smoke. By the end of the day we had passed through most of the smoke and were headed to Bernard Hot Springs just north of Cascades. We found the road, and thankfully John was driving. It was a one lane dirt road in good shape, but the mountain was steep. And with a drop off on one side of the road several hundred feet, and straight up on the other side, along with sharp curves scattered along the way, we SLOWLY made our way to the top. I don't know what we would have done if we met up with another vehicle... The drive was worth it. We came to a wide spot in the road with a great hot spring about 20 feet from the road. We camped for the night, enjoying the spring, stars and good food. What more is there? Well, that too...
The next afternoon we headed down the mountain reluctantly and headed for Boise. But some more hot springs awaited us before that.
About a hour and a half north of Boise are many hot springs if you have the right map. Which we do. So we spent another few nights sampling the area and meeting lots of people. John's family in Boise was awaiting our arrival so we headed back to civilization again.
We were in Boise a little over a week, visiting, going on dog walks, celebrating Katie's birthday, joining in with the family tomato contest. I never knew there were so many varieties! Tasty too! The bus finally got a wash and wax. Looking good! It certainly deserved it. That thing has taken us all over the country, down highways, and roads I wouldn't take a car down, through deserts and cities, through major snow, over 10,000 foot mountains and it has never failed us! We love that bus. Does eat alot though...



Finally we headed out of Boise. We still needed to stop back in Lava before Phoenix to pick up stuff we left behind and say another goodbye to friends. On the way of course we hit a few more hot springs and spent a few days at Craters of the Moon. That place is a lava field about 2000 years old, and is due for another eruption. We crawled around caves and old lava tunnels with the bats. It was very interesting being able to see the lava solidified mid stream with all the striations of the flow.
From there we headed on back to Lava Hot Springs to collect the rest of our stuff. Another weekend of good food, drink and much merriment. And saying goodbye again.
With the roof rack loaded up again off we went. We knew then that we had a deadline - to be in Phoenix by October 15th. Headed south from Lava going down around Bear Lake. The most beautiful blue water. Then up into the mountains into Logan Canyon in the Cache National Forest. Nice. Found a campsite in a side canyon next to a river. Mountain views, quiet, but no hot springs...
Missing the hot springs at the end of our day we moved on to the next canyon down called Ogden Canyon. Stopped at the mouth of the canyon at a nice hot spring consisting of several pools of varying temps. Made our way up farther into the canyon for a camping spot. A couple of towns beyond where we were camping is a town call Eden. And in town is a Mexican restaurant called Carlos and Harley's. They had the best salsa ever and made right there. The next day we made our way back to the hot springs for a soak before heading into Salt Lake City.
Back in the city again! Noisy and crowded as any city, but had a great lunch with Mac, one of John's older brothers. He has retired and seems so much happier!
Our next stop hours later was in Torrey. We were back in red rock country with all it's beauty. And this campground had showers!!!
While in Boise John's sister Sue had a cook book from Hell's Backbone Grill in Boulder, Utah. It was a great cook book, but also read as a story. We were so intrigued that we made it a stop. What a cool little town! We found a camping spot a few miles outside of town and spent a few days there exploring the area. I can't believe we actually got the bus down that road, it was so narrow. And then turned around to get into the one campsite barely big enough for the bus.

Boulder is near the top of the Grand Escalante National Momument so our drive over the next day or two took us along the northern edge. We made a stop in Kodachrome basin for some hiking with fabulous views, and then made our way up to Bryce Canyon again to our old camping spot. Didn't have any elk or prong-horned sheep wandering through our campsite this time, but plenty of cows.

Our next stop was the Grand Canyon. Last spring we explored the North rim so this trip we checked out the South Rim. What a difference. The north side is much quieter, and not nearly as built up. The south side is just the opposite. We made many stops along the way, amazed at the beauty. We recently had friends, Jim and Rick from Boston, visiting from Boston. They also saw the Grand Canyon but from a helicopter. It's really the best way to really see the canyon as you get the full impact.
 A few more stops along the way and we made it to Tonapah, which is a hot spring just about a hour outside of Phoenix. 2 days there were needed before the noise and energy of the big city.
So here we are in Phoenix. We are caretaking our friend Dave who had a stroke last spring, and can't live alone now. We will be here until the spring, when Dave will head back to New England for the summer, and we will probably head to the northwest. In the meantime we will contiue to explore the city and all that it has to offer. Will keep you posted.
In the meantime be well,
Scott and Johnney


Monday, September 10, 2012

On the move again!

So it's been awhile since we have updated. It got so busy these last several weeks with Tahra's wedding reception, potlucks, work, more work, etc. We had a big party with our Lava friends at the campground we were staying at right before we left. Time for saying goodbye...
So we have moved out of Lava and we heading out to parts north. Dylan, John's youngest, joined us in Lava for the last few days and then we all road up to Jackson Hole. Found a wonderful hot spring at the base of a waterfall and near a campground. It's on Granite Creek outside of town. The views were amazing!! From there we headed to the Tetons for another campground and more hot springs in the woods. We do avoid the commercial ones, and have been lucky to find natural springs thanks to our new bible "Hot Srings of the Northwest" A bit of hiking or crossing streams is normal but well worth the effort!
The Tetons are beautiful, but Dyl had some issues with his car so one day was spend seeing him back to Jackson so he could get a mechanic. He is on his way south again for more rock climbing! The next day brought us into Yellowstone for a night and a day, then on to Gardiner, Montana, for camping on the mountain top. Cool little town. Today will be heading north for Glacier National Park which may take a few days. Pic's will come later.
So nice to be on the road again!!!!!!!!!!

Til the next internet connection,
Scott and Johnney

Friday, July 13, 2012

Livin' in Lava!

    It is now the middle of July. The fireworks are over and life here in Lava has taken on some sort of a routine. Fortunately it is always interupted. Potlucks are almost every week, and thankfully so. If you want good food in this area [Idaho] you have to cook it yourself or go to a potluck! We are both working at a Massage Studio, and John is also doing some carpentry around town.
   Johnney and I got our first rides on a zip line! A few nights ago Kathryn and Milan opened a new zip line at their place and it was dedicated to "Bob Rush" who passed last December. It was a potluck and about 80 people showed up, along with many dogs and kids. Lots of fun! Most people had left by midnight but a few of us spent the night and went for a hike the next morning after breakfast that included some rock climbing. And it was the first time since the mid 90's, when it began, that my fear of heights didn't kick in!

   Thanks to Kathryn and Milan for all they do!

   Tonight we are off to hear some of the locals play at one of two bars in this town. We actually know them, and have heard them play before, so we know it will be good! This Saturday there will be a Brazilian drumming troup which should be interesting!

And a big THANK YOU to Tahra and Kevin for the vehicle loan so we can get groceries! [the nearest decent grocery store is a 45 minute drive each way...]

We hope you are all having a fabulous summer!

S & j

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Boise and points east, and finally Lava Hot Springs!

Hello again!!
  We know it's been a long time since we posted but finally a bit of time to catch you all up. As we mentioned in the last post, we spent some time with John's family. Some of that time was going to soccor games and school plays. I wanted to include some pic's of Kai, 7 years old, and Mia who is 3.5, both children of John's niece next door to his sister. Kai is the dark haired boy about to kick the ball. That's Mia cheering from the sidelines!
From Boise we headed east making a little town called Lava Hot Springs , Idaho, our first stop. We wanted a last dip before getting too far east, as hot springs really thin out. We picked out a motel and walked in to the front office to inquire about an available room for that night. The owner was at the desk and we struck up a conversation which revealed that john and I were Massage therapist and also that John was a carpenter. She offered us jobs on the spot. (We had just been talking about looking for work when we got back to Phoenix). So the next morning we met with her to talk more, look at an apartment and to check out the town. She gave us a week to decide. Later that day we continued on our way. Wyoming was quietly beautiful and we saw many groups of 3-5 prong horned Antelope grazing on the side of the road. The mid west is pretty flat, and we passed through before spring planting.  Pretty boring and not much to tell, except about this time we came down with colds which got into our sinus's and lungs. Nothing like a bad cold to screw up a trip home. It stayed with us until we got back to Phoenix.                                                        
We headed somewhat south to West Virginia to see John's oldest son, Ian. Had a few days in the mountains which was really great after all the desert of the west and then the flats of the mid west. Wonderful to be in a tree canapy again!!!                                                                                                                                 
                                                 Onward to Maine, where we spent most of our time resting and trying to get rid of the cold. Mine (S.) developed into Pnumonia. We did have a few visits with some friends and family, which was great, but we missed so many people we had planned on seeing.   :(                                
Getting back to Phoenix we found Dave had another medical emergency. His son was there and well in charge of things. We stayed in Phoenix 3-4 days and then had to head north to start our new jobs by June 1st. On the way north we had many stops. The first was at the Wapuki Ruins, having just finished reading a book on the first caretakers of the ruins back in the 30's.
                                             

One of our next stops was the north rim of the Grand Canyon. Quieter and more serene than the south rim, and alot less tourists. Being mid day the colors were washed out, but they are there...



From there we headed towards St. George to see one of John's brother's, Roger, and his wife Barbara. Had a very pleasant afternoon with them. To get to their house we had to go through Zion National Park. Amazing beauty and a few tunnels for which we had to wait to go through single file. The bus, and most RV's, are too tall for the tunnels.                                                                                                             


The next day we headed for Bryce Canyon, camping out on BLM land the night before. We actually woke up to corn snow falling on us. Not quite hail, but loud enough to wake us up! So an early start to Bryce! It's really cool to see all the different formations the earth has produced, and Bryce did not disappoint. Views from above and we also hiked down into one of the canyons.                                                                      



After the beauty of Zion and Bryce we headed for Salt Lake City. This is where John grew up. We passed many mountain ranges still covered with snow. We got there in time to have lunch with Mac, another of John's brothers. He graced us with a couple of jackets - warm fleece - that he picked up at his last FBI convention. Recently retired, he seems much more relaxed, zipping around in his two seater red convertible!
And the visor he wears while while driving...OMG!!                                                                        
That afternoon we managed to catch up with an old friend of John's from way back, and then spent the evening with his nephew Chris, wife Missy, and son Ian. Fun cookout that night at friends of theirs down the street.                                                                                                                                                         Thanks guys!                                                                                                                                                        
The next day we headed off to Lava Hot Springs, just a few hours north and east of Salt Lake. We moved into our apartment that night, and spent the next 3-4 days getting to know the town. It seems with a town this small ( 500 pop.) not much happens without everyone knowing. Many times someone would come up to us and say " Aren't you the guys on the red bus? Welcome to Lava! We have met many friendly, wonderful, and very helpful people here. And good cooks! Should be a good summer!
Friends coming for dinner, so it's time to start cooking myself.
'Til next time my friends. Miss you all!!!!!
Johnney and Scott
                                                                                                                 

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Boise Idaho







Hello everyone!




It seems we can't stray too far from Phoenix, but we have left again for several weeks.








We returned from the Sedona area to Phoenix, running from a major snow storm. Since it was in the 70's in Phoenix we returned to wait out the storm. Flagstaff got 2 feet - glad we missed it!





A week later we headed off again - but not with the bus. Our friend Dave in Phoenix [our base there] has an extra car that needs to be delivered to New Hampshire by the middle of May. So we are headed there by car. But a few stops on the way. First stop was Corona, CA. to visit with John's niece again for a family gathering. Then on to Death Valley where we spent 3-4 days. Without the bus we are camping in a small tent [thanks to Steve and Heidi!]. We do have sleeping pads, but it is not our bed. Sometimes I really miss our home. Anyway, Death Valley is much more beautiful than we thought, and the terrain is quite varied. Mountains, barren desert, salt flats, and incredibily high gas prices! 6.12 a gallon!







































We could of stayed much longer, but it was time to move on. We headed to Lake Tahoe to see friends from Boston, who were there skiing for the week. We had two days sleeping in a real bed, going out to the casinos and generally sampling what Tahoe has to offer. We didn't go skiing though...






From there we headed for Harbin Hot Springs, a retreat center just north of Napa, Ca., set high in the mountains. 24 hours of hot springs, cold pools, meditation, and Watsu. There was also a concert that evening: a guitarist who played the banjo and mandalin along with 6 string and 12 string guitars.




The next day we finally hit the Pacific Ocean. Our first night was in Bodega Bay, just north of 'Frisco. And we meet a couple from Maine!
















The next several days were spent winding our way north along the coast. Never have I encountered such winding roads - days and days of them. But the beauty around us was amazing. At the north end of California we enter the redwoods. WOW!! Big trees! And pretty cool touching a living thing that was at least 2,000 years old! We spent several days there but the rain was getting to us. It had been raining for days now. So off we went to Boise, Idaho.





























12 hours later we arrived at John's sister's house. How nice to dry out, visit with John's sister, and his niece and family next door. We have been to a soccor game with Kai [6 years old], many fabulous dinners with them, and a babysitting eve with Mia [3.5 years old] John's sister Sue is off in Europe right now so we have dog duties also. Nice to have a dog back in our lives for a bit!





We have also managed to find two of the many hot springs in the area.























So we will be here till the end of the month before heading east. Hope to be in Maine around the second week of May for a quick visit, drop off the car then fly back to Phoenix to get the bus on the 19th of May. We won't have much time but hope to see as many friends as we can.








Be well!




Scott and Johnney









































































































































































Friday, March 9, 2012













Hello again!
Our stay in Phoenix was wonderful. Reconnecting with old friends - Sam, Fran, Steve, Heidi, and Dave of course! Sorry to leave but we will be back. More on that another time. One of the places we went to several times was Sycamore Creek. A beautiful canyon with a sream running through it, little waterfalls. Nice to have water in the desert. After a short hike farther up the canyon from the parking area, there is an area where the stream forms several small ( ice cold ) pools surrounded by large rock formations and straight up cliffs. This where we would often hang out for the afternoon enjoying the sun and chatting with some locals. With the temps climbing into the 80's it was the perfect spot for an afternoon.


Saturday mornings are Heidi's morning to sleep in so Steve took us to some nearby Indian ruins and some hiking. Thank you Steve...(pic of Steve at ruins on previous post!) He grew up in the area and is a wealth of info.







If any one gets to downtown Phoenix, have a meal at a place called "Fez". Really good food!
Our last trip to Bisbee was with Dave this time. We took a tour of the old Copper Queen Mine. Very interesting. The museum is also a not to miss. It is in cahoots with the Smithsonian. Very well done. Of course Bisbee have a large collection of cars...







After we left Phoenix we got as far as Cottonwood, which is just south of Sedona. Camped in the National Forest there as it is free. Friends from Phoenix called and happen to be in the area so we spent the day with them. Hit a few sights with Jerome being the most memorable. Another old mining town that the artists of the world have revived. A very cool place. Lots of climbing as the town is on the surrounding hills, much like Bisbee is. A definte must see if your in the area.
After bidding farewell to our friends, we headed back to Sedona to an RV park so we could have internet service as we are headed back to the desert tomorrow outside of Sedona. Sedona is a very nice and interesting town if you have lots of money to spend. Very different from when I was here back in '96. But the surrounding mountains of red rock are incredibly beautiful. It's no wonder this place is so popular.

We hope you are all doing well! Miss you!

Scott and johnney

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Hello everyone!



We are now leaving Phoenix to head north, weather permitting! We don't want to get too cold... We will be in Sedona tonight, evenutally headed up towards Antelope Canyon.



We had a bit of a going away party last night giving Johnney and I a chance to say our goodbye's and to thank everyone for all they have done. Steve for his Indian ruin tour and shop vac, his wife Heida for her sense of humor, butter, and stepping in to help Dave. Sam and Fran for their dinners, water, electricity and allowing us a safe place to park the bus.Gwennie for her morning hello's, and to Dave for his endless generosity. [too much to list here...] Thank you ALL for everything, and for your friendship.


More later when we will let you know more on our stay in Phoenix. Some wonderful food, canyons for hiking, and more from Bisbee!


Scott and johnney

Friday, February 3, 2012

Phoenix to LA and Back!



















We are alive and well in Phoenix again. Our January loop took us from (too close to) Los Angeles, CA, recovering from our solar tragedy through the wonderful hospitality of Marie, John's niece, who lives in Corona with her family.




We left Corona and braved the wind tunnel of the desert of Palm Springs again, this time with the wind at our backs. Surviving the LA freeways, without getting killed, we arrived at Sultan Sea just in time for a wonderful sunset.




After dinner we decided a walk on the sea shore was a nice way to end a day of driving. The crunch of the crusty sand began to feel just too crunchy. It was just weird. Getting very close to the sand to investigate in the dark we saw it was thousands of dried fish! We quickly found a nice walk around the paved roads of the campground to be much more enjoyable. The Sultan Sea is drying up, hence all the dead fish. And the stench the next morning in the heat was awful. Although we met some really nice people there, we couldn't stand the smell so off we went.




We arrived at Highline Hot Springs east of El Centro, CA the next evening to a nice hot soak and cheap camping at a primitive BLM area. The spring's facilities were volunteer created and maintain primarily by British Columbian snow birds. They have done an immense amount of work, pouring cement pools, trimming and cleaning with no help from the government. Thanks to all the volunteers.









The downside is the spring is 30 yards from I-8, within 1/4 mile of a geothermal generating plant and next to the air force training grounds. So, the noise kept the area from being truly ideal.








From there we wandered east to Yuma, AZ. With the recommendation from some folks at the springs found the good deals for fuel, food and free camping for one night.




We made it to Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument the next night. What a beautiful part of the Sonoran Desert! A wide variety of cactus and thanks to the rain in early January, a lot of wild flowers were blooming! And everything was so green. We stayed an extra few days touring and biking throughout the area. And we finally found a hood ornament for the bus!


































Tuesday, January 17, 2012

As Mark Twain said, "Apparently there is nothing that cannot happen today".

We headed off to Palm Springs to meet with John's niece, Marie, for lunch. We were coming down Rt. 62, a nice day ahead of us with lunch, and off to the southern desert. That all changed. Ran into a windy spot which ripped the whole solar system off the roof off the bus... there one second and then gone! Picked up the salvagable pieces and off to lunch. Marie lured us into coming to Corona, with promises of good wine, hot tub, and a day at the spa with mineral pools, mud baths and sauna. Needing to sooth ourselves after losing the solar panels, we readily accepted. So, here we are in California outside of LA. in the lap of luxury.
Off to check out the solar panels and see what we can do.

Til the next time,
Scott and johnney

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Joshia Tree National Park





Hello again!





The last post I was so grateful for having phone and internet for awhile but was wishing for a hot shower. Well, Johnney found one while I was writing this blog. And it was WONDERFUL!!! After that marvelous experience we headed back into the canyons for another few nights in Joshia Tree National Park. Had a wonderful neighbor who joined us for fires at night and shared many great camping stories from his many travels. A wealth of info! Joshia Tree is a beautiful place.















After several days in the canyons we headed west. And got 30 miles down the road! Staying one [?] night at a campground in Flamigo Heights.


Hope you are all doing well and enjoying the cold Maine winter!


Scott and johnney

Thursday, January 12, 2012


Back in civilization!!!!! Phone! Internet!

But, I am ahead of myself.


We stayed in Phoenix with Dave until Jan. 1, and took the car back to Bisbee for a few days to

catch some rays and hang out. The previous weeks were spent working on the bus. That is, when Dave didn't have something planned for us. The bus is now sporting an insulated ceiling covered in split bamboo. Looking good! 'Course, the rest of the bus was a mess...



After we got back from Bisbee we through everything in the bus and headed off to Eldorado Hot Springs. Wonderful evening soaking! John even met someone who grew up only a few blocks from him! He and his girlfriend had idea's for the bus as he had done his own bus conversion years before. They have invited us to Oregon if we get up that way! Trade massage for room and board on their organic farm.



From Eldorado we headed off toward California since going north is too cold. Next stop was Quartzite, AZ. which is a bizare town. It's the RV center of the world, with the pop. swelling to 300,000 in the winter [normally 3600]. EVERYONE lives in an RV or trailer of some sort. And I mean everyone. The only buildings are some of the business's Main St. It is also the largest flea market in the world. It covers serveral square miles. We stayed about 7 miles out of town to get away from the noise of the highway, and "town" on BLM land. Beautiful area, without any hookups for electric or water. So Johnney got the rest of the solar panels online and now the lights and sound system are all solar powered! Buy some water and we can camp anywhere. Full moon while we were there. Really beautiful.






After Quartzite we landed in Joshia Tree National Park. What a beautiful place!

Time to go but I can't wait to show you pic's.

Til the next time we come out of the canyons,


Scott and johhney