by ronmitchelladventure | Jul 20, 2014 | North America, United States, Washington
Let’s face it, there’s a stage during every journey where travel partners grow grouchy. The book, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance mentions this natural phenomenon. Living in close quarters can enhance certain challenges. Here are five ways to get over...
by ronmitchelladventure | Jul 6, 2014 | North America, Oregon, United States, Washington
Jack and I drive from Phoenix to Portland to hook-up with Mare. We plan to explore Oregon and Washington by camping, fishing, and hiking, when not mooching off of relatives (Sister Pat). Most tent campsites along the Oregon coast sit right on the line that divides...
by ronmitchelladventure | Jun 26, 2014 | North America, United States
Marilynn and I were camping with Jack the dog when a couple in the site next door walked over to us. “Can we borrow some matches?” He said in broken English, making striking motions with his hands. Of course we gave them a handful of matches. “Where are you from?” his...
by ronmitchelladventure | Oct 8, 2013 | Maine, North America, United States
A lobster lover’s paradise awaits you along the coast of Maine. Tonight, Mare and I camp outside of Bar Harbor with a view of Frenchman Bay. We order a lobster dinner for two ($29.00) delivered to our site. Heaven. For the past week we have been living on lobster...
by ronmitchelladventure | Sep 29, 2013 | Massachusetts, North America, United States
After three months, three Continents, and three pair of underwear, we reunite with Jack the dog in a total lick and hug fest. He looks happy and strong, and it is hard for my folks to part with him. “Buck up, Jack, your pampered days are over.” Mare and Jack and I...
by ronmitchelladventure | May 27, 2013 | North America, United States
Anyone who has driven across Interstate 10 in Texas knows the long, boring, drive lasts for days. We find a great way to break-up the monotony by camping in Hueco Tanks State Park, about 30 miles outside of El Paso. The rock formations surround pools of collected rain...
