We have completed the three big, we've never seen, national parks for the year. Glacier was a great way to end of this part of our summer travels. Termed "crown of the continent", this million+ park features amazing evidence of the power of uplift and ice on the earth's surface. These towering mountains were cut deeply by thousand...
This Yellowstone Region is filled with amazing sights as the power of nature exposes itself at every turn. The Grand Tetons range is only about 50 miles long, but at its highest, the peak rises to over 13,000 feet. As tectonic plates slammed against each other the mountains were formed and the surrounding land slid downw...
​OK, we are convinced this is definitely a must-see park. As the park ranger stated yesterday, while we awaited Old Faithful to erupt, this is why the park was created in 1872. Over half the world's geysers are contained within this park. What historians have phrased "America's best idea", (the national parks) certa...
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. That's the name of this magnificent gorge carved by the Yellowstone River over the last 500,000 years (give or take a few). The hike down to lower falls provided an amazing view and opportunity to feel the power of the water crashing over the edge. Unfortunately, the lack of funds for national park...
We've started our adventures in the nation's first national park. Russ spent 38 years with the National Park Service, but never made it to the "grand daddy of them all." We're going to share some photos and stories as we explore this incredible landscape. Yellowstone NP is over two million acres, so we won't see most of it. ...
Tim and I visited the Northern California group last year and so much wanted to make it back once again to see the folks we don't get to see at event south of Pismo Beach. One of the best things that came out of this event was the formation of some other event choices. Keep an eye on the calendar for more information on that. On the way up to Jacks...
Quartzsite is an event everyone should try once just to say they did it and an event Tim and I attend each year because we both enjoy the desert and quiet fellowship.I often state that there are over 100,000 motorhomes dry camping in the desert for this event and my numbers are backed up by the many articles you can find about the gathering.Quartzs...
Tim and I once again hosted the Pala Casino RV event for 2017. This is the second year the casino rv park was open and the second year RainbowRV attended that event. There were few surprises and the RV park staff greeted us with open arms. The year prior they were apprehensive due to our requests and a bit of confusion as they lea...
Tim and I meet up with 20 or so members at the Chula Vista Marina in San Diego California and RV Park for a Friday night cocktail hour. A conservative number of only 3 Costco Pizza fed the crew who were there to support the next days events​ Terry and Sandy made the trip to keep every one safe Security Detail, 2017Everyone in the parade setup crew ...
One thing that Donald and I have noticed is that for the most part, the people we run into in RV parks are some of the nicest people. Of course the Rainbow RV rallies involve some of the nicest people we know, however, when we venture off on our own for either a weekend getaway or holiday week, we have noticed that the people around us are just more relaxed and have a carefree attitude about life. Perhaps it is because of the type of resorts we go to or is it because by nature, the people who we run into are on vacation and therefore, much more relaxed. We love going for frequent walks and seeing all the different types of RVs and getting to know the park, and almost every single time, we get frequent "hellos", "how are you" or even strike up conversations. Just an observation that I wanted to share to see if any of you have had similar experiences. Anyway, we just signed up for the Temecula Wine Rally in June which is kind of silly because we literally live about 7 miles from the RV park, but again, there is something magical and cathartic when we go on a trip, even if it is in our backyard! Looking forward to reconnecting with existing friends and looking forward to making new friends as well!
Luis and Donald (and Molly)
A Year in Review of Two New RVers
July 2013- July 2014
What a year! In July, the US Supreme Court upheld that Prop 8 was indeed unconstitutional! Donald and I were elated and we wasted no time in scheduling our appointment to get married, On July 9, 2013, Donald and I were officially married, after 18 years. Our marriage ceremony was quiet and simple, with our best friend Shirley and our god-daughter Randi, as our witnesses. I wont say we did it on the cheap, however, I did make sure we were coordinated in Donald's favorite color; yellow.
Anyone else planning to be at Chula Vista RV Resort over the Labor Day Holiday?
Now this weekend is taking some thinking. Being trailer trash and all, it almost leaves the door wide open as to how to decorate at this event. I am sure there will be some festive decorations show up.
We loved the Temecula meet up and this one to be as good. Loved meeting the Rainbow RV hosts Greg and Tim. What a couple of great guys. As newbies, they made us feel right at home.
We are not doing a dog show this weekend so we can come to this gathering and what a joy it will be to take the weekend off and enjoy. We are sure we will but hope to meet some great people this weekend.
Hello All,
I said I would be keeping you up to date as we are on our way to dog shows and then to the meet up in Temecula. We have not had access to the net so have been unable post our results.
All three of our dogs won points this weekend. Our little Affenpincher took a Group II and a Group III win. His little playmate beat him on the last day taking breed and went to Group where she did not place but showed her ass off. It was a great day.
Our dog Diva also won over the specials she was up against and went to Group. So all in all, we did very well.
We just left the bay area last evening and on the road. We are actually on our way to Salt Lake City Utah to a 4 day dog show. We are showing our Affenpinchers and our Bouvier. We have a great line up of judges hence the long trip.
Started out yesterday and one of the Affenpinchers jumped over the gate between the seats. Affen means monkey so we laughed and said to each other we now have flying monkeys.
First night drove just over 300 miles and today already on the road for another 500 miles today. Will set up for dog show tonight and start our first of 4 shows tomorrow. Will keep you posted as to their progress and a pic or two if possible.
If you are in the market for a towable (Air Stream, DRV 5th Wheels, Cardinal or Redwood) I highly recommend Southwest Coaches, and sales manager Dave Delano. We bought our Carriage (Carri-Lite) 5th wheel and were treated very well; definitely gay friendly) Their service is great and they work on any brand towable. I know they want to be a Rainbow RV sponsor also. They are located at 1313 1313 RV Center Drive, Colton, CA 909-422-9926.
Just returned from another Fun Filled Dog Show in Sacramento. For those of you who know dog shows, we took 3 out of 4 majors in the Affenpincher breed. Another new champion. "Razrr". Sorry, I don't have a pic of him to post immediately.
The drive to Sac was uneventful and all went well. However, as you know---anything can happen and sometimes does. When we pulled up stakes and ready to leave, we could not get our hydrolics to raise. WTF? Took me an hour before I shut down the coach completely including turning off the batteries as if it was stored and then restarted everything again. YEAH! Success. The system reset itself and we were on our way.
Have another trip this weekend leaving home Friday to Vallejo to show our Bouvier des Flandres this time. She has one major already and we are looking to pick up another this weekend.
Thought I would write about our last adventure. Nice but I will be sure to check a map next time a book an RV site.
I had a one week convention meeting in Monterey, CA [nice place] and googled for a place to park "Buster". That is the name of our RV. Anyway, found an RV park that boasted to be very nice in the Monterey area. In fact it was very nice but was approximately 1 to 1.5 hours away by car to the city of Monterey.
Don't get me wrong, it was a very nice park and is located at exit 295 on Highway 101 at Greenville. The park is in fact new and only had 4 to 6 rigs there the whole week I was there. Grass, trees, and aminities were great with club house, pool and work out area. The work out area was nice to look out but rest assured, I did not use it.
So I guess another lesson learned about taking the RV out, be sure to check on the location of the RV park you are booking before you set your final plans.
For four years we have tried to come up with a motto for Rainbowrv. I think it must include fellowship because that is a common theme result and warmth found at every event. Thanksgiving at Chula Vista Marina was another fellowship full event.
Tim and I intended to get to the RV park on Thursday to spend some time unwinding from our landscape work before we set up for guests but the rain dampened Tim's motivation to uncover the bus and set out on wet highways. Fridays rain left him with no choice but to contend with the waterspots. We arrived at the park in just 90 minutes as the traffic was light and the park is less than 80 miles from our house. Most every one made it to the park but the down pours in Arizona and Palm Springs Kept John & TJ and Matt & Doug from making the trek. For a list of who went click here.
The RV park sets up a holiday dinner for Saturday which in the past included stuffing and potatoes with the Turkey but things changed and we learned that only Turkey is provided. Not to worry because everyone we spoke with offered to help make the two treats. Our prep started with several trips to the local markets for ingredients, then Sandy and Dee offered their four slide coach up as a production kitchen where Mandy, Sandy and I whipped up the two dishes. I am not much of a cook but under the guidance of the two I think I proved to be of some help. I must admit the cooking was quite a bit of fun and just as rewarding when our dinner came and everyone gobbled up the two dishes.
The RV Park supplied and set up the tents because the main clubhouse would not seat the entire park. I so wish we were able to break bread together and am not quite sure there isn't a bit of politics at play. I am sure not all the Indians and pilgrims ate together either. Their Loss, no SandyMandy stuffing for the hetro's.
Tim and I are just back home from Palm Springs Pride weekend event at the wonderful Emerald Desert RV resort. This year we had 78 rv's and 184 members expected Saturday night. Papa Dans restaurant catered Friday night and Saturday night Dinners and most of the members stayed thru Sunday Night. about 25 of the total guest were members from Palm
Springs who broke bread with us on Friday and Saturday evening. The event was drawn around Palm Springs pride weekend where we had a contingent in the pride parade. More than 30 members marched with the RainbowRV van and the Priscilla Bus. Check out these Wonderful Images fromCandy Koogler
Tim and I usually arrive at the rv parks a day early but this time we decided to take Michael and Mark up on an offer to stay at their lot at Out Door Resorts. What a beautiful place, We pulled into the resort un hooked the rainbow van and set up for the night. The shoe was mounted on the bus but in the down position 14 foot to clear overpasses and traffic lights.. It was not 5 minutes when some of the park long term rvers asked about the shoe. Word spread quick and within an hour we had an audience of about 100 residents encouraging me to raise and lower the shoe. Fun, even a warm applause and well wishes from many of the folks curious to meet Tim and learn about RainbowRV. The happy mood was briefly paused when one resident protested to our display, for what ever reason. Oh well what do you expect, maybe she cant walk in heels? or maybe her husband does? Friday we moved out of Michael and Marks spot and headed for Emerald Desert Resort.
Can you believe Tim is really a shy Guy!! Sandy, second in charge of the parade details,
