We drove as far as Willcox and The Ft. Willcox RV Park, a Passport America park where we have stayed every time we have been through this area. It is easy access, all pull throughs, $20 per night and the owner makes and sells delicious pies. PLUS free waffles and coffee in the morning! What's not to like?
We hooked up and noticed the main awning had started to come unfurled in the horrendous winds we dealt with all day. It does not look like there is any damage but it unfurled a foot or so and could have ripped right off if the wind caught it right. Pretty scary situation. With the help of our friendly Ohio neighbor, we opened the awning and re-closed it properly. We have not used the awning at all this year and I had to re-learn the process. Speaking of awnings, the slide topper has started to rip in front and needs replacing. Maybe something to do if we can find an awning place along the road.
We contacted our friends and fellow Bloggers Brian and Sue, "Brian and Sue on the Road", who we met in Mexico. They live in Fountain Hills, in the hills just above Mesa, AZ and we are arranging to meet with them. We will stay three nights at Eagle View RV Park in nearby Fort McDowell which is close to their house. There are no cheap RV parks in the Phoenix area but Eagle View has a "pay for two, get one free" deal on right now so that gives a little relief from their $44 per night rates. It will be great to see Brian and Sue.
Three states was a good driving day, in spite of the winds. Enjoy the anticipated warmth in the Phoenix area.
ReplyDeleteYou did pretty, good with that wind. Hopefully you awning will be ok.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the Phoenix area.
The RV park where I live is $15/night and is full hookups, with a pool, hot tub, laundry rooms, etc. It's in Mesa. Hit me up at Shadowmoss at gmail and I'll let you know where it is if you are interested, either this trip or some other time. No, I'm not spam, I actually read your blog most every day. :)
ReplyDeleteI know who you are Shadowmoss, we have mutual friends in Mexico and we actually used your directions to free parking at a Costco near Veracruz once. I think we will stay up at Fort McDowell this time but it is good to know there is an alternative.
DeleteAnother good stop with Brian and Sue! We hope to stop by also on our way through Arizona. Have fun! The next rv we buy will have no awning!
ReplyDeleteWe are at Edgar and Anna's in Santa Ana tonight. We'll say Hi for you and tell them you'll see them next year....right!
ReplyDeleteBoo! You pass us again this year. Enjoy your travels back home. I've been reading/watching the Wood Clan (Teresa, Derek, Cassia and Rufus) as they re-entered Canada. We tried to meet up with them as they traveled around the ABQ are as well as our town of Moriarty. But due to the family having colds, we didn't want to "spread the wealth". As with every year, maybe next year!
ReplyDeleteWe stayed south of you in New Mexico, Pat. Like you say, maybe next year!
DeleteGreat travel day. You've been travelling sideways across the U.S. now you'll soon have to turn and head uphill towards Canada and that might be harder than just wind.
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