Well, my son has moved out and I definitely don't need a 4 bdrm house. So, its sold and I'm heading South for the winter. Some of my buddies think I'm way too young for the RV lifestyle, but life is what we make of it, right? And hey, see ya' on the roaooood!!!
jrzygrl64 said
08:35 AM Nov 8, 2015
Welcome to the forum!
bjoyce said
09:35 AM Nov 8, 2015
Never too young.
jayc said
10:36 AM Nov 8, 2015
Enjoy your new life!
TRAILERKING said
11:29 AM Nov 8, 2015
I envy you..............Have fun.
ticat900 said
11:37 AM Nov 8, 2015
Koop wrote:
Well, my son has moved out and I definitely don't need a 4 bdrm house. So, its sold and I'm heading South for the winter. Some of my buddies think I'm way too young for the RV lifestyle, but life is what we make of it, right? And hey, see ya' on the roaooood!!!
hey koop I see your from Kelowna iam from coldstream
happy travels
Camper Chronicles said
04:06 PM Nov 8, 2015
Congratulations!! Some people thought we were to young also, but we have heard way to many stories of people who waited and then illness stopped them from ever experiencing their dream.
Trace
Koop said
09:19 PM Nov 8, 2015
Hey everybody thanks for the well wishes!
Sometimes the whole process seems so overwhelming, but having people like you guys out there sure is helping!
I just finished 20 hrs of Air Brake training (mandatory in BC) and passed my "pre-trip inspection" w/only one de-merit so off to ICBC (our provincially monopolized insurance company lol) tmrw to write my test.......[fingers crossed]
K
TRAILERKING said
09:24 PM Nov 8, 2015
You'll do alright Koop.........
Glad to see you're going about it the "Right Way" and getting proper endorsements for operating a heavy, air-brake equipped vehicle. Some have thoughts of it just being an RV and figure can just hop in it and drive.
Did you get your coach yet??
Koop said
09:35 PM Nov 8, 2015
Not yet.....deposit is down though. They are putting on new rubber tmrw, and waiting on the Diamond Shield til Wed......I should be training in it by Thursday.....and maybe on the road by Sat. I'm getting my satellite system installed in Junction City OR so I am planning on crossing in Osoyoos and heading down to Yakima and then over to Portland.
K
ticat900 said
09:28 AM Nov 9, 2015
Koop
sent you a PM
Koop said
08:34 PM Nov 24, 2015
--------UPDATE-------
Sorry I took so long guys, but I was having issues w/my device.
I left Penticton Sat at dawn and had no issues crossing at Osoyoos, but then again, I am American so I didn't anticipate any issues.
HWY 97 was a good route, with only shoulder snow appearing between Wenatchee and Ellensburg. I spent night #1 at the Flying J in Aurora south of Portland and headed to Junction City on Sun for my Directv install. BTW...I highly recomend Innovative Coachworks....Noah and James hooked me up! And they have a courtesy lot w/55 and H20.
Day 4 sees me writing this at the 49er in Sacramento while I'm enjoying the BEST cobb salad I've ever had!
Next update won't be so long winded I promise.
Cheers!
TRAILERKING said
08:32 AM Nov 25, 2015
Enjoy the heat............
How's the new coach? Never seen pic's yet.
JonRV said
09:28 AM Nov 26, 2015
Wow such a great place to start RVing! We had fun coming up the coast of Oregon and then over through the gorge.
Happy full timin'!
Koop said
01:34 PM Jan 21, 2016
Hello all! It's been quite a winter so far. From Yuma to San Dimas, I have been beating the hell out of Hwy 10 lol.....as the weather is unbeatable.
So far I've tailgated at the Rose Bowl, overnighted at Gila Arena in Phx for a hockey game, and I have tickets for a Clipper game and a Warrior game.
The Cdn dollar is kicking my ass though....maybe next winter I will consider Van Island.
Cheers
K
JonRV said
06:26 PM Jan 21, 2016
Sounds like a great time!
Someday said
07:06 PM Jan 21, 2016
Wonderful to hear how things are going for you Koop. Safe and happy travels.
SD.
Ckerr said
12:33 PM Jan 27, 2016
Come visit us down in Mission, TX. Plenty of folks from Canada here and staying a bit will take the squeeze off that exchange rate...
Koop said
04:28 PM Jan 27, 2016
Carol,
Thanks so much for the invite! How sweet of you.
With just over 2 mos left this year, I don't believe I will have time for TX. I have commitments in Vegas, Tuscon, Vancouver and Oakland coming up.
Very busy.
And I am still deciding whether I am cut out for RV Park living. I believe next year that I will seeing some State/Natl Parks....but all options are still on the table! Lol
Ckerr said
09:38 AM Feb 18, 2016
We're looking forward to being able to travel more. Heading to an RV show this weekend. Hubby still has at least 5 years to work so we're shopping for our used rig new😄. If you find yourself in south Texas let us know. We are literally next door to the world birding headquarters in a state park if you're into that. And depending on when you're in rather area we can connect you with a neighbor for a rental spot.
Koop said
02:27 PM Mar 31, 2016
Hello all. My first winter on the road is nearing an end.....it has been a blast! My son flew down and is now road tripping home w/me. Currently we are in Oakland to catch a Warriors game tmrw night. I have been mobile for 132 days, my longest stint was at Circus Circus for 12 nights. I have learned soooo much. Thanks again to everybody for your input.
K
rodeojoe said
10:57 AM Apr 4, 2016
Age doesn't matter! Do what you love and enjoy every bit of your adventures!
Someday said
12:21 PM Apr 4, 2016
It's so wonderful to read an update on how your first snow birding winter has panned out Koop. Good luck to you and fabulous that your son was able to join you and travelling back together.
Well, my son has moved out and I definitely don't need a 4 bdrm house. So, its sold and I'm heading South for the winter. Some of my buddies think I'm way too young for the RV lifestyle, but life is what we make of it, right? And hey, see ya' on the roaooood!!!
Enjoy your new life!
I envy you..............Have fun.
hey koop I see your from Kelowna iam from coldstream
happy travels
Trace
Sometimes the whole process seems so overwhelming, but having people like you guys out there sure is helping!
I just finished 20 hrs of Air Brake training (mandatory in BC) and passed my "pre-trip inspection" w/only one de-merit so off to ICBC (our provincially monopolized insurance company lol) tmrw to write my test.......[fingers crossed]
K
You'll do alright Koop.........
Glad to see you're going about it the "Right Way" and getting proper endorsements for operating a heavy, air-brake equipped vehicle. Some have thoughts of it just being an RV and figure can just hop in it and drive.
Did you get your coach yet??
K
Koop
sent you a PM
Sorry I took so long guys, but I was having issues w/my device.
I left Penticton Sat at dawn and had no issues crossing at Osoyoos, but then again, I am American so I didn't anticipate any issues.
HWY 97 was a good route, with only shoulder snow appearing between Wenatchee and Ellensburg. I spent night #1 at the Flying J in Aurora south of Portland and headed to Junction City on Sun for my Directv install. BTW...I highly recomend Innovative Coachworks....Noah and James hooked me up! And they have a courtesy lot w/55 and H20.
Day 4 sees me writing this at the 49er in Sacramento while I'm enjoying the BEST cobb salad I've ever had!
Next update won't be so long winded I promise.
Cheers!
How's the new coach? Never seen pic's yet.
Happy full timin'!
So far I've tailgated at the Rose Bowl, overnighted at Gila Arena in Phx for a hockey game, and I have tickets for a Clipper game and a Warrior game.
The Cdn dollar is kicking my ass though....maybe next winter I will consider Van Island.
Cheers
K
SD.
Thanks so much for the invite! How sweet of you.
With just over 2 mos left this year, I don't believe I will have time for TX. I have commitments in Vegas, Tuscon, Vancouver and Oakland coming up.
Very busy.
And I am still deciding whether I am cut out for RV Park living. I believe next year that I will seeing some State/Natl Parks....but all options are still on the table! Lol
K
Safe and happy travels,
SD.