Can't Beleive it's been so long.

Had some unfortunate happenings. Pretty much taken care of.
Back to the outdoor experience. Need to get back in the thick of things outdoors. Summer is upon us and the need for rejuvenating enjoyment of fun in the campground. Whatever campground you prefer. Boondocking, resort, state or national park, just need to get out and see nature at it's finest.
Hiking, fishing or sightseeing. It all makes us feel good just being outside.

Florida swamp. There is a gator on the right end of the log.

Swamps may not be one of your favorite venues. But there is always something to see, be it an Aligator or turtle. It's always exciting,

Slave Plantation in FL

My Camp Stove Is Broken!

I have a Coleman propane camp stove. One of the two burner models that uses the canisters of propane for fuel. When I connect the tube from the canister to the stove at the point where it feeds gas into the burner valve there must be a leak because it bursts into flame at that point. I thought it was the rubber ring washer that is on the end of the tube from the regulator. No it wasn't. Replaced that part and still had the fire.

I thought maybe someone reading my blog might have some idea about how to solve this problem. I have had the stove for quite awhile and it is still in really good shape. Almost brand new. Can't figure out why it suddenly leaks and presents a fire hazard. Coleman is no help! I hope I don't have to replace the whole stove. They are expensive! And the gas feed is redesigned.

Found the problem when we were getting our equipment ready to go camping. A real bummer to be without the stove. Cooked many a meal and brewed lots of coffee on that stove. It's like an old camping buddy.

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Winter

Haven't done any fishing for a while. As soon as the new year arrrives we renew our fishing license and get going to the favorite fishing spots. Camping beside the lake or stream.

These Trout were caught from the Middle Fork of the Toulemne River outside Yosemite National Park in July.
Had the whole family fishing that day and we all caught a couple. Lot's of fun when the youngsters are lucky, too.

It has Actually Rained

Prime fishing in Colorado's

White River National Forest.

Caught some awsome Trout in this area.

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Off Road at Hollister State Park California

Some of the activity at the Hollister Hills off road rally put on by 4wd parts on Sunday July 22, 2012. We took our Jeep to try it out on the course at the park. Made it through the entire course and got our raffle tickets for later in the day. A good BBQ was offered and consumed. Fun checking out all the neat rigs. Lot's of fun people to visit with and talk "off road adventures" with.

Sad to say we had more fun off roading in Colorado and Utah, as well as Arizona and Southern California.
Ran through many back roads in Death Valley. In January, of course. Went down to the banks of the Green River near Moab, Utah. Checked as many back roads as we could find near Aspen. Searched for Native American ruins in many parts of Arizona. Even looked around the back roads near Las Vegas.

Didn't win at the raffle but still had fun overall.

Fishing Fun in the Sun

This time of year is pretty hot here in Northern California. But cool places to fish and camp can be found. We would go to the high Sierra lakes and rivers to get out of the heat of the Valley. Back packing to the highest lakes that weren't accessible by car. That is a lot of fun because you can get to see more wildlife and some awesome scenery. The trail for the most part, are well marked and well used. Getting lost is not an option. A good plan is to check forest service maps and wilderness area maps for locations of camp areas. When an area is found that is interesting check with rangers for rules of access. A fire permit is needed in practically all areas. Even a permit to tell rangers how many hikers are in some wilderness areas. There may be restrictions on the number allowed in some areas.

Have a good time and remember to let someone know where you will be going and if you change your mind. Safety is the main concern in the high country.

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Get Out For Camping Fun...

We've gone ocean fishing, river fishing, fishing in the bay and have done some great camping. In the Sierra and in the Sacramento valley. Along the Pacific coast as well as in the Wine country of Northern and Central California. Took advantage of the free day to visit a National park namely Yosemite. Back packing in Point Reyes National Seashore is a really great experience. You can hike from the beaches to the forested hills above. A cool trip when the heat is on!

Just getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city is a very relaxing way to spend some time. With friends and family. Every chance we get we go to the coast or the mountains in the Spring. They are the areas with the best weather at this time of year and on into the Summer here in California.

Fishing opportunities are unlimited. The mountains are full of lakes and streams just begging to be explored and the fish are asking to be taken. Catch and Release if that is what you like. Let them grow bigger to give a better fight. Just telling about it I want to be on my way.

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