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June and I retired in June, 2004 and travelled for a year on our boat from Lake Michigan to Florida, then North on the East Coast through Canada, back to Southern Lake Michigan. It was the most amazing trip we have ever taken and one that will be tough to beat. We settled in Florida in the fall of 2005. On April 3rd, 2011, we departed in our Motorhome for the "BIG 2011 PLAN" We've now completed an 18,000 mile, 6 month drive from home in Florida to Northern California, North on the Pacific west coast to Seattle. From there to Alaska - with returning stops in Spokane, Washington - Oregon, Yellowstone, and other sites - then to Fort Wayne, Indiana to visit family, then back South to Florida and home. We have now traded in our motor home and purchased a new 5th wheel travel trailer and truck to continue travelling as long as life will allow. We will keep you informed as much as practical on our new site: www.Rainwatertravel.blogspot.com

Monday, April 11, 2011

April 3-11, 2011

We’ve been travelling now for a week and as of this posting, are in Gallup, New Mexico.  June and I have been in the West many times before and are always amazed at how beautiful it is and it’s even more wonderful to actually be here. 
This is the first real chance we’ve had to post to this blog as the places we’ve camped have not had internet access (WiFi).  We sprug for an RV park with full hook-ups, WiFi, store, pool, etc.... so we're taking advantage.

Our first day out was Sunday, April 3rd and before we got out of Florida we saw a sign for an antique tractor show at the Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in White Springs, FL.  We stopped and discovered the tractor show was closing down, but we did get to visit the Museum and the Carillon Tower.  The bells ring every 15 minutes and also have a 15 minute concert, playing Stephen Foster Songs, every four hours.  I’m glad we stopped.  Those heading North from Florida should stop and pay a visit, or just plan a day trip from home – it’s worth your while.

Our second night was met with a very strong thunderstorm that roared through the camp ground from 11:00 P.M. until about 2:00 A.M... Tornado sirens blasted twice and the RV shook very hard... We survived... Oh, the appropriately named State Park we were in is called Wind Creek State Park.  It was actually a pretty place and by morning, everything was dry and calm.

Besides driving, we've been enjoying the georgious sites and some great hiking in Red Rock Canyon, Oklahoma - Palo Duro Canyon, Texas - Santa Rosa lake State Park, New Mexico - El Morrow National Monument, New Mexico.  Lots of rocks, sand, dessert, and so far, great weather.... Here are some pics - yes, that is snow you see at El Morrow National Monument, NM - The Toad Suck Bog was on our hike in Red Rock canyon, TX - hope you enjoy. 

Red Rock Canyon, TX

Red Rock Canyon Trail, TX

Red Rock Canyon Road, TX

Texas Longhorn

Red Rock Canyon, TX

Wind Creek, AL - after the storm

Red Rock Canyon, TX

El Morrow Nat'l Mon - NM

El Morrow Nat'l Monument, NM



El Morrow Nat'l Monument
 











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2 comments:

Jo Nell Martin said...

Thanks for sharing your journey! The pictures are beautiful. Looking forward to enjoying your trip with you! Travel safe!
Love Jo Nell

April 16, 2011 at 1:46 PM
Anonymous said...

Thanks for stopping at our car wash and posting our picture. It was a pleasure meeting you and have a great road trip to Alaska.

Bill Stevens,Advisor LMHS Jr. Class

May 9, 2011 at 7:21 PM

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