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07-28-2005, 03:06 PM
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Rivet Master 
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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Why do you like Boondocking?
Hi all,
I'm writing an article for the Fall 2005 issue of Airstream Life on Boondocking and was wondering why you like this form of camping. Please elaborate beyond a one or two word answer. If your comments are good, I'd like to quote you (with your permission, of course). Humorous replys get extra points. 
Note: Boondocking is wilderness camping out in the boonies. Not dry camping at a campground or at Flying J's.
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1958 Overlander
2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
4CU 1st VP
My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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07-28-2005, 03:35 PM
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Site Team
1964 26' Overlander
1964 19' Globetrotter
OlyPen
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,936
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We like to boondock because we can stay in places like this! On the banks of the Columbia river in washington - fish off the bumper close. Try this at a KOA.
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07-28-2005, 04:31 PM
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Rivet Master
1979 23' Safari
1954 29' Liner
Orange
, California
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,850
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Mike,
You should post your question to the Yahoo Airstream List and the Vintage Airstream List, hosted by Tom Patterson. There are people on those lists who are not here but just as passionate about boondocking.
Bill
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Originally Posted by mello mike
Hi all,
I'm writing an article for the Fall 2005 issue of Airstream Life on Boondocking and was wondering why you like this form of camping. Please elaborate beyond a one or two word answer. If your comments are good, I'd like to quote you (with your permission, of course). Humorous replys get extra points.
Note: Boondocking is wilderness camping out in the boonies. Not dry camping at a campground or at Flying J's. |
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Just my personal opinion
1973 Dodge W200 PowerWagon, 1977 Lincoln Continental, 2014 Dodge Durango
1979 23' Safari, and 1954 29' Double Door Liner Orange, CA
https://billbethsblog.blogspot.com/
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07-28-2005, 05:28 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 25' Sovereign
Southern Middle
, Tennessee
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 3,319
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Out of the way places seem to be less crowded and quieter. There are times I really want to relax and really reap the benefits nature has to offer. You can't always do that at a crowded campground.
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Craig
AIR #0078
'01 2500hd ext. cab, 8.1 litre gas, 5 sp. Allison auto
3.73 rear end
Mag-Hytec rear diff cover
Amsoil Dual by-pass oil filtration system
Amsoil synthetics all around
265 watt AM Solar, Inc. system
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07-28-2005, 06:07 PM
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Rivet Master
1993 25' Excella
Full Time
, Anywhere USA
Join Date: May 2003
Posts: 2,708
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For my folks it's a bird nerd thing
My folks have taken their Airstream(s) (93 Excella that we now own, and their current 2001 Airstream MH) to many BLM areas in AZ where they have boondocked while looking for birds to add to their lifelist. I love their stories about my Mom having to get up at dawn to "break ice" to make coffee all while my Dad is warm and cozy in bed. Also all the adventures they have had looking for LBJs (Little Brown Jobs) as I call the birds because for the most part they all look the same to me. In many cases, remote is where the birds are and as my folks are "bird nerds" they go remote.
There is nothing like boondocking in an Airstream though. Complete comfort and style.
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New England Unit 
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07-28-2005, 07:18 PM
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Rivet Master
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 790
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We love being off the grid, usually alone and being self reliant. If there are problems we must deal with them, using our experience and wits.
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07-28-2005, 08:12 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 27' Tommy Bahama
Roseville
, California
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 679
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Boondocking in an Airstream is like being on an island with all the amenities! We just drag out the portable solar panel (to match the one on the roof that might be in the shade) and sip on a cold one while watching the sun move from east to west. The birds (yes, I am one of those birdwatchers, too) and other wildlife are a bonus! The clear air and the quiet are the main draws.
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2011 GMC 3500HD Duramax
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07-28-2005, 08:55 PM
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Rivet Master
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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Pictures
Great stuff, so far. Thanks. Also I forgot to mention that I need some pics of your Airstreams out Boondocking. They'll appear in the magazine if they're good and of a high resolution.
Thanks,
Mello Mike
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2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
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My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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07-28-2005, 08:55 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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Join Date: Feb 2003
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07-28-2005, 09:15 PM
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Rivet Master
1958 26' Overlander
Mesa
, Arizona
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,742
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Sort of....
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Originally Posted by Silvertwinkie
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I saw that thread before I posted mine. I'm looking for statements I can quote for the article. If folks post them here on this thread then I know they're interested. 
Mike
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1958 Overlander
2011 Wolf Creek 850N TC
2011 Ford F-250 Crewcab (6.2L), 3.73RE
WBCCI #5661/AIR #5661/TAC # AZ-6
4CU 1st VP
My '58 Overlander Restoration and Travel Blog:
https://mellomikesairstreams.blogspot.com/
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07-28-2005, 09:20 PM
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Site Team
1964 26' Overlander
1964 19' Globetrotter
OlyPen
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,936
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Good things about boondocking
Usually cheaper than standard campground
I don't have to listen to my neighbors taste in music
Dog has more freedom to wander
I don't have to listen to my neighbors generator
You can holler at your kids w/impunity
There is no audience watching you trying to back trailer into small space - again.
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07-28-2005, 09:22 PM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,702
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Originally Posted by silvertwinkie
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Originally Posted by mello mike
I saw that thread before I posted mine. I'm looking for statements I can quote for the article. If folks post them here on this thread then I know they're interested.
Mike |
I've merged these two threads...
Shari
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07-28-2005, 09:39 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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Originally Posted by InsideOut
& I've merged these two threads...
Shari |
Thanks Shari!
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07-29-2005, 10:23 AM
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Moderator
2004 30' Classic Slideout
Fenton
, Missouri
Join Date: Mar 2002
Posts: 10,411
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Hi all this thread was merged so just to clarify where its going, here is a repost of the original post of the second thread that was merged in.
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Hi all,
I'm writing an article for the Fall 2005 issue of Airstream Life on Boondocking and was wondering why you like this form of camping. Please elaborate beyond a one or two word answer. If your comments are good, I'd like to quote you (with your permission, of course). Humorous replys get extra points.
Note: Boondocking is wilderness camping out in the boonies. Not dry camping at a campground or at Flying J's.
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1972 Sovereign Land Yacht (Rear Bath)
2003 Ford Excursion (6.0L PSD) Prodigy Brake Controller & Equal-i-zer Anti-Sway System
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STL Mo.
AIR #56 S/OS#15
'04 Classic 30' S.O.,'03 GMC Savana 2500
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07-29-2005, 11:01 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,702
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Okay, okay...I have split this thread back apart so as not to loose the specific intent of Mello Mike. Although, I feel the original thread had some very pertinant posts as well.
Shari
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07-29-2005, 11:16 AM
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Rivet Master
1958 30' Sovereign of the Road
Plymouth
, New York
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 1,776
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Cause we can
We like it, have gone three times in the last two months, twice to the Adirondacks and once up to my Father In laws farm, the pictures, to get away from it all. Much more private and usually quiter...plus with the Solar Panels, and our two onboard batteries, and the luxury of the 34', Life's great!
Rob
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07-29-2005, 12:10 PM
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Site Team
1964 26' Overlander
1964 19' Globetrotter
OlyPen
, Washington
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 13,936
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Missing a post? I goofed.
While refiling posts from this thread that belonged in the earlier thread on the same subject (Boondocking/Campgrounds - what's your preferance?), I goofed and sent the older thread into cyber oblivion. It's gone - although I'm not sure where.... and I aplogize (hanging head now). 
If you posted to that thread, feel free to repost here - it was an interesting subject.
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07-29-2005, 12:11 PM
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Vintage Alum. Enthusiast
1959 24' Tradewind
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: I currently do not own a 2nd Airstream
Posts: 4,360
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I love boondocking and the best part is being able to camp where you want. To me its the freedom from being attached. Remote independance.
FF
Pictures to follow.
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07-29-2005, 02:04 PM
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LEV ZEPPELIN
2004 19' International CCD
Chicago
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 1,048
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Here's one reason...
Lake Superior
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07-29-2005, 02:09 PM
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Rivet Master
2020 30' Flying Cloud
1995 25' Excella
Clear Lake
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 588
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 Uh confusion...is this that thread or is that thread this thread are they the same then split then the same again or were they both lost and only one found followed by a split then a merge? 
<---- someone ate his silly flakes...again
What if I add to the confusion by asking: What size trailer do you love to Boondock in? Is it better in a smaller trailer or a larger trailer?
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Mark
72 Sovereign: L couch, mid-twin, rear-bath "When you come to a fork in the road, take it" "It was impossible to get a conversation going; everybody was talking too much." "If you don't know where you are going, you will wind up somewhere else." - Yogi Berra
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