Tracks of 2 Tumbleweeds

After leaving Colorado, we crossed the state line into Kansas. We traveled a dirt road to get to our stopover for the night at Soldier's Memorial County Park (free) in Goodland, Kansas. There were a couple of local people, but we were the only overnighters. We took a long walk and followed a trail. There was a farmer tending his field on the hill. We wondered if that farmer is native to Kansas and, if not, what may have brought him to Kansas. The walk, together with the

For roughly 30 years I worked on a family farm in upstate New York. During that time we raised beef cows from day-old calfs, we raised hefers to replenish local dairy farms, and we tried our hand at milking cows. It was not easy work. Extremely long days and a lack of substantial profits finally convinced me that it was time to move on. Harvesting crops for our substantial herd and/or for resale had me driving during certain seasons all day long. My love for driving star

We are leaving the majestic state of Utah and entering "Colorful Colorado." Colorful Colorado is on the sign that greets you when entering this mountainous state. Colorado has glowing sunsets, wildflowers, and red rock ranges, not to mention the aspens in autumn. We are headed to an appointment at Supertramp Campers in Golden, Colorado. We stopped along the way to hike the Parachute Ponds Loop in the Parachute Ponds State Wildlife Area. Between the fresh air, the trees, t

I never intended for the "From the Driver's Seat" to focus on the negative aspects of this lifestyle; however, for those that my be interested in choosing to travel for an extended amount of time, I feel as if I should include all truths associated with doing so. During the summer camping season, I have found a distinct change in the overall camping experience. Some I would consider to be bad luck, but when certain issues occur on a regular basis, good or bad luck no longer

We are headed to our week-long vacation destination, followed by four days of exploring some of majestic Utah! I am going to start this by saying we had an expensive hard-learned lesson at our check-in at Westgate Park City. It wasn't the resort's fault; it was an eye-opening moment for us. However, that lesson was expensive but necessary. Let me explain. The only parking was in the parking garage. Our truck with truck camper was over the maximum height for the parking

Cold weather can be tough, but when you add snow and ice, 🥶 it can make things even more difficult. Our coldest temperature thus far was in northern Indiana at minus 15 degrees. If you calculate the wind chill, our coldest was at Lake Michigan while walking on shelf ice (created when freezing waves and floating ice chunks are pushed on shore). Another bone chilling place we have experienced in winter was Niagara Falls in New York. It was truly an unforgettable experience

John got a transport load to Lake Mills, Wisconsin. After delivering the trailer we headed back to Indiana for another transport opportunity. We had an upcoming vacation reservation in Utah, so we were watching for a load to Utah or as close to Utah as possible. In the meantime, we took two consecutive loads to Piqua, Ohio. Picked up trailer; drove three hours to Piqua, Ohio; delivered trailer; drove three hours back to Indiana; REPEAT. We did, indeed, get a load to Utah -

Straight-line wind can be an issue, especially in Wyoming and Kansas. We have found that wind forecasts are very unreliable. Calm wind can turn into high gusts within moments, especially if it is associated with an unexpected storm. In Wyoming we have had to exit the interstate due to high winds on numerous occasions. DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations require high-profile vehicles under 20,000 lbs to exit the interstate immediately. Wyoming has large highway

John got a transportation load to Garner, North Carolina. We headed out the next morning. As we got further south, we noticed that everything turned green to the south of Indiana. Spring had sprung! Beautiful! You know that feeling . . . . . after winter . . . . . when you see the grass turning green and the flowers starting to bloom! Everything feels rejuvinated! 🌼🌳🌷 Our first stopover was one we frequented - Tamarack in Beckley, West Virginia. The parking lot is

During our time on the road we have experienced just about every weather condition that can happen. You must be able to adapt quickly and adjust plans at a moment's notice. Choosing this lifestyle can be challenging and test your resolve. Severe storms should not be taken lightly and trying to avoid them should be a high priority. That being said, it is close to impossible to avoid every severe weather event. The following are a few examples of storms being too close for

John got a transport load to North Dakota. We got busy preparing for our trip. John got the oil changed, and I made our next two overnight stay requests through the Harvest Host app. After staying at Kercher's Orchard in Indiana, where we purchased bourbon BBQ sauce and black bean salsa, we went to pick up the transport load. The process of picking up a transport load: John picks up paperwork, then we go to the yard where the travel trailer is staged after leaving the fac

Laundry, loud neighbors, and inclimate weather can greatly alter this chosen lifestyle's appeal at times. I have mentioned in previous posts that this "From the Driver's Seat" section will include the good, the bad, and the ugly that is associated with living on the road full time. We voluntarily chose this way of life and, by and large, really enjoy the overall experience. With that being said, there are a few unexpected drawbacks that can test your resolve for long-term

What is our destination this week? Kissimmee, Florida! We made our usual overnight stop at Tamarack in Beckley, West Virginia. The next night our overnight stop was in St. Mary's, Georgia. We made dinner and took a long walk. It is definitely a pretty town. Listen to the Serenity!!! St. Mary's, Georgia Mural in St. Mary's We drove south to Kissimmee, Florida to deliver the travel trailer and turned right back around to head north! Why? Florida is so incredibly busy a

Trash is a subject that may be something everyone takes for granted. Put your trash in a bag, take it to the curb, and it is taken care of. Yes, it cost a nominal amount, but the convenience is worth it. As I have stated in previous posts, we try as best we can to disperse camp. But those of you that may not know, these are places that are typically in remote areas. It could be Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. National Forests, and most public lands managed by the f

John's next transporting load took us to Greenville, North Carolina. While John was doing the travel trailer delivery process, I walked from the dropoff location to a Chili's to get my FREE birthday dessert 😋, which we shared that evening. Afterward, we did some grocery shopping, laundry, and refilled our propane. Then we headed for the KOA in New Bern, North Carolina. Neuse River Bridge Since we were in the area, we made plans to visit my best friend of over 50 years, Be

Being on the road full time has its challenges. One of the biggest hurdles is storage space for necessities. Clothes, food, tools, and hygiene products all need easy access. Adding another "must have" item can create havoc due to limited space. One of the reasons we chose the Supertramp Camper (STC) was due to its storage capability. Most of our clothes are stored under the hinged bed. We store all four seasons of clothes, so there is no space to spare! There is also s

Since my last post, we left North Dakota and headed into South Dakota. We spent the night in the Mitchell Assembly of God church parking lot, making a donation to the church. The next day we headed to Springfield, South Dakota where we looked at a .73 acre piece of property for sale. The town had a view of the Missouri River, which we really liked. The population and size of the town were to our liking; however, it has a state prison within walking distance of the propert

The Supertramp camper (STC) comes standard with two propane tanks. Each tank holds 11 lbs, which translates to 2.4 - 2.8 gallons when refilling, depending on your elevation and outside temperature. When purchasing propane for the tanks we have found it costs from $9 to $15 to fill one tank, depending on the cost per gallon. We have found that Tractor Supply Company (TSC) have been the most consistent regarding prices. Be warned: some refill stations charge a flat fee for

John got a transport job to North Dakota. We left Kentucky the next morning and drove to Indiana to pick up the travel trailer for transport, spending the night in Indiana. The Vibe Driving in Kentucky Indiana John did the necessary pre-trip inspection and paperwork prior to our heading out. As the passenger, I went to my Harvest Host app to reserve a place for the night. I put in a request to stay at Northwoods Brew Pub in Osseo, Wisconsin, which was accepted. I love thi

We did the research and the Supertramp Flagship LT mounted onto a GMC 3500HD was the end result. We picked up the GMC in October. We wanted to have it for a few months before we headed out. This would allow us to become familiar with the changes GM made and to make sure everything was working properly while still near the dealership. The camper will be finished in December. Supertramp Campers (STC) are headquartered and built in Golden, Colorado. We reached Golden, Colo