Date:         Sat, 16 Aug 2008 10:00:03 -0700
Reply-To:     neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: First camping trip!
Comments: To: PB <pbrattan@gmail.com>
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Hi Patti.

I recall you guys spent some time/effort getting your rig set up.
(just like we all do!)

It's been said, but now is the time to enjoy it.

And of course I agree. Pack smart. Be prepared. I boil it down to
potable water/phone/cash as things needed at all times. Well that and
TP.... --- ;^)

Pick a spot away from the garbage receptacles, but not far from the bathroom.

My am/fm "walkman" type radio is really useful. As a last resort,
great for "tuning" things out if need be. (generators/screaming
kids/party animals) And it takes little room.

Cheers,

Neil.



On Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 5:28 PM, PB <pbrattan@gmail.com> wrote:
> My husband, my 2 small dogs (3 lbs and 11 lbs,) and I are about to go on our
> very first camping trip in the Westy, which I've had for a little over a
> year.  The van was recently checked out by a mechanic, and is working just
> fine.  We're going to Lake Lopez in California.  I haven't been camping at
> for around 15 years, so I hope I don't forget anything.  We're planning to
> stay for 3 nights.
>
> For safety, I've decided to get the propane tank changed out by GoWesty,
> which is fairly close to where we're going.
>
> Does anyone have any advice or suggestions for us?
> Thanks.
> Patti
> 90 Westy Automatic
>



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