Winter Camping

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Winter Camping

Postby Joan » Fri Jan 04, 2013 10:30 pm

Since I store my camper, at least once during the winter, I have to bring it home to charge the battery. The weather forecast said that the weekend was going to be sunny, highs in the mid 40s and lows down to mid 30s, so I decided to give 'winter' camping a try. There is a state park with electrical hookups about 45 minutes from my home.

Now let me say something about Oregon weather, it is what it is when it is. I know this.

I arrived on Saturday. It was overcast and chilly. Not to worry. I set up my campsite:

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And Bailey and I settled in for a nice cozy afternoon listening to music and reading. Note the cube heater on the shelf:

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The next morning I made myself eggs, bacon and toast in 30 degree weather. I know this sounds strange but it was delicious. Here comes the sun:

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I spent the day sitting in my zero gravity chair in my sleeping bag reading my book in the sun or taking walks with Bailey.

The next day, I had to go back into town for a doctor appointment. I awoke to frost which was ok. When I returned, there was 1 1/2 inches of snow on the ground with more falling. I wish I had taken the picture before I cleared the snow of off the shelter:

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Picture from inside the camper as the snow fell:

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Now, I am originally from WI, so driving in the snow does not bother me. On the other hand, I have never towed in the snow. I was also a little disconcerted when everyone else (yes, there are other crazy people in the world) began to bug out. I looked at the forecast (yes, I know) for the next day and decided that it would get warm enough with the sun shinning by the time I left that the roads should be clear. And that is what happened:

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I have to say that I had a great weekend. I wish everyone a Happy and Healthy New Year.
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Cougarfan » Fri Jan 04, 2013 10:54 pm

Looks like it was a great camping spot. Quiet and peaceful...And I like how you described the weather here. So accurate!

I'm not quite as adventurous as you. I'll wait for spring... 8-)

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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Redwahine » Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:03 pm

What a great weekend!!
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Redetotry » Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:27 pm

Sound like you had a great time. Bailey certainly looks cozy all curled up in your comforter.
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Bethers » Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:33 pm

Love it. And beautiful.
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby snowball » Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:38 pm

it looks beautiful...peaceful
but I'm not sure I'd do it unless someone said lets
do it..
and then maybe
glad that you enjoyed your weekend
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby BirdbyBird » Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:44 pm

Let's do it! :)


....as long as I can have a nice cube heater, awarm snuggly dog and a good book.....with refreshing hikes when the sun comes out :)
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby chalet05 » Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:46 pm

I think I'm jealous! I would love a weekend like that with snow and then clear roads when I wanted to move on.
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Sandersmr » Sat Jan 05, 2013 12:48 am

Joan - I just spent 2 weeks camping where the weather wasn't exactly as forecasted and planned. And my trailer is a little larger than yours!!! We were lucky as well when it came time to drive. And the snow at the Grand Canyon was so beautiful!
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Liz » Sat Jan 05, 2013 9:01 am

Which just goes to show we can be content, whatever "state" we're in. Nice pictures.
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby havingfunnow » Sat Jan 05, 2013 9:37 am

That looks just beautiful! What a lovely weekend.
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby Nasoosie » Sat Jan 05, 2013 9:46 am

Joan, I LOVE your little camper and the setup you have! It looks like something right up my alley! Coziness inside, beautiful pristine whiteness outside, and close to home so not too far to drive! I would have loved to share that experience with you! Thanks for the great pics! And Bailey looks happy as a lark in his cozy little "nest!"

Wish I were going to meet you at the FL GTG, but I guess not this year, eh? However, I will look forward to meeting you sometime and inspecting your terrific-looking camping setup!
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Re: Winter Camping

Postby AlmostThere » Sat Jan 05, 2013 9:49 am

Loved the before and after snow pictures. Sure looked cozy in your rig, though. What a fun adventure to add to your travel stories.

Our first year in Alaska we were in Denali Park in Sept. camping in our class B. Well, I guess it was more of a -B rig as it had no pottie, water that you handpumped into a sink about the size of a shoebox, tiny fridge that barely held a gal of milk. But it did have a propane furnace! It was a beautiful fall-like day driving in, but woke up to a blizzard! Was not a fun drive back out, but made for a trip I have never forgotten. ;) :o

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Re: Winter Camping

Postby mitch5252 » Sat Jan 05, 2013 11:53 am

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Joan, what a wonderful weekend. I love the pictures and the fact that you went out and tried it!! Good job, lady. And the pooch didn't seem to suffer any, either.
Thanks for taking the time to share an incredible experience!!

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Re: Winter Camping

Postby OregonLuvr » Sat Jan 05, 2013 1:02 pm

OH Joan that looks like so much fun. So glad you posted such great pics. I loved watching you do your set up last fall. Every time I looked over you had another room up and working. You have it dialed in for sure gal.

Bailey looks very content. Hope we can do some camping together again this summer. We need to make some plans later this spring.

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