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Archive for February, 2009

Traveling with the family should be fun and exciting. RVs have allowed people just like you to travel and explore the countryside in luxury. Traveling the world in your own RV is so much more exciting than being tied to hotel expenses and commitments to a time schedule. The right RV sales experience will bring you together with the perfect solution for the avid traveler.

The only solution to a perfect luxury living style while traveling is the RV. Finding the right RV is just a step away. When you think of all the fun traveling can be, the attractions and scenery you can experience, you will surely decide that finding the right RV sales company can put you on the road to excitement.

A good RV sales experience provides people with a wide variety of makes and models. The right model for you may be the one that provides the accessories you enjoy at home – the microwave, refrigerator, stove, air conditioning, shower and a nice comfortable bed. You can have all this and more while traveling in your very own RV.

Camping and traveling in your RV allows you to relax, meet new friends and enjoy the stories that others have to share about their experiences when traveling. The perfect way to learn about different cultures and different parts of the countryside are all part of the package. RV sales have become more common today with the baby boomers deciding they need to get out and see the wonderful things they have missed while raising their families.

When you consider that you are going to be living in a house on wheels, the perfect solution is to look at RV sales to see if they fit your needs and can allow you enough room for freedom as well as comforts. Fulfilling your dreams of freedom on the open road will surely have you longing for the RV to provide you with all the comforts and excitement. You do not have to give up comfort with an RV, as they come with the accessories you want to enjoy the open road.

Campgrounds provide you with electrical hook-ups that are easy to connect your converter to in order to have enough electricity to run your appliances and still turn on the TV if you like. Since you can have satellite installed in your RV, you can enjoy your favorite shows and the internet while traveling. The satellite is definitely a plus for the traveler who wants to stay up on news events while having the internet as a connection to family and friends while on the road.

RV sales centers offer different packages for your personal need and can supply your family with information on different RV models that are sure to fit your lifestyle. You do not have to change your lifestyle as far as conveniences when traveling, just your responsibilities. You will no longer be tied to one place, because the right RV sales experience is your first step on the road to happiness and contentment.

The highest road in Arizona cuts 200 miles across the middle of the state at an amazing 7,000-foot elevation. Traveling roughly from Sedona to the New Mexico border, this road hugs the edge of the Mogollon Rim. A dizzying drop from rim to the canyon floor is 2,000 feet in places.

This amazing geological phenomenon that creates a “backbone of Arizona” separates the low southern scorching desert from the higher elevation cooler, temperate ponderosa pine and cedar forest of northern Arizona. The Mogollon Rim Road (Mogollon is pronounced “muggy-own”) provides a cool, serene perch to see forever over southern Arizona deserts.

Today the road follows sections of an original military supply route constructed in 1872 by General George Crook. The wagon road connected Fort Whipple in Prescott to Fort Apache and Camp Verde. The military established the forts to protect early settlers from the frequent attacks of the Apache Indians, rebelling against the takeover of their land and relocation to reservations.

General Crook took command of Arizona Territory’s military in 1871. Amazingly, his original journey from Fort Apache to Fort Whipple formed the basis of the route. During construction, Crook’s men measured the wagon road’s mileage with a cloth fastened the wheel of a wagon. A certain number of the cloth’s revolutions equaled a mile. Soldiers then carved a smooth patch out of nearby trees and rocks and then burned on the mileage. Blazes generally included a letter. For example, 13 miles from Fort Verde would be marked with “V13.” Today a few old trees and rocks still bear Crook’s original blaze marks. Many landmarks along the trail are named according to the mileage of the old route, such as Thirteen Mile Rock and Twentynine Mile Lake.

Approximately 15 miles from the western end and a short distance to the north of the main trail is the site of General Springs Cabin. Louis Fisher built the small wooden structure in 1914 or 1915, and it was used as a guard station for many years. The cabin sits beside springs used for water by General Crook and was reputedly the spot from which he narrowly escaped death during a surprise Apache attack. Camping around the historic cabin is prohibited but the area makes an excellent spot to stop and have a picnic lunch.

Opposite the turnoff to the cabin is the Tunnel Hiking Trailhead. Hike down to see the once ambitious project: a tunnel that was to burrow through 3,100 feet of the rock of the Mogollon Rim to connect Flagstaff to the rich mines of Globe by rail. The tunnel was to be a spur of the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad, which ran from Albuquerque through Flagstaff en route to the west coast.

The proposed 160-mile Mineral Belt Railroad was funded and construction began over incredibly rough terrain. Funding for the project soon dried up after the construction of only 40 miles of rail and blasting only 70 feet into the rock of the rim. The incomplete tunnel is located in General Springs Canyon, a low point in the rim.

Most of the narrow graded gravel and dirt road runs through a cool ponderosa pine forest. Many places along the road run right along the rim with amazing vistas over the canyons and good angles to see rugged rim itself. Take care walking to the edge of the rim, especially in wet conditions. Some trees at the edge hold memorial plaques to those who have accidentally fallen.

The road is uneven in places, but overall the main trail is not a technical challenge. Many smaller more challenging trails leave the main road. To the south trails lead to more secluded viewpoints and campsites on the rim, and to the north, 4WD tracks lead to spectacular overlooks.

The area is heaven for campers. Backcountry campsites abound, but one of the best is at Hi-View Point, an exceptionally beautiful scenic overlook set right on the rim. There are also developed national forest campgrounds at Kehl Spring, just off the trail at Knoll Lake, Bear Canyon Lake, and several sites at Woods Canyon Lake among others.

The eastern end of the trail within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest runs within the popular Rim Lakes Recreation Area. Be aware that motorized travel is permitted on numbered roads only, ATVs are not permitted, and there are restrictions on camping in this area.

Are you in the process of planning a trip, namely one in which you will be traveling by RV? If so, have you taken the time to create a checklist for yourself? If not, you will want to consider doing so. A checklist can help to ensure that you have all needed supplies for your next RV trip.

When creating an RV trip checklist for yourself, your list will typically depend on your own personal wants and needs. That is why you are urged against relying on checklists that you can print off the internet. Yes, they can serve as great starting points or guides, but be sure to personalize your list so that it includes what you and your family want or need to bring. To get you started in doing so, a few supplies that you should definitely stock up on for your next RV trip are outlined below.

Generally, where food and drinks are concerned, there is no harm in overstocking. Although it is a thought that you would like to avoid, it is important to take emergencies, like being stranded in your motor home, into consideration. As for drinks, it is important to always have lots of bottled water on hand. Water is great to have in the event of an emergency. Other drinks on your checklist should depend on the personal preferences of you and your traveling party, such as soda, milk, and juice.

As for food, it is always a good idea to have a some meats and other full meals available for your next RV trip, but don’t forget the snacks. In fact, it is a wise idea to stock up on non-perishable foods, such as canned foods. These are items that can be consumed without electricity, in the event of an emergency. If your RV trip involves spending a considerable amount of time on the road, as opposed to being stationed in an RV campground or park, foods that are convenient to prepare and eat are advised.

Speaking of emergencies, it is important to stock up on first aid supplies for your upcoming RV trip. Whether you will be traveling on the road or if you will be parked in an RV campground, it is important to remember that the risk of injury increases when away from home. That is why your motor home should be fully stocked with first aid supplies, such as bandages. First aid kits are a great idea, but make sure that you purchase one that is large in size. It is important to have enough first aid supplies, such as bandages, to go around for your whole traveling party just in case.

Toiletries are another type of item that you will want to stock up on, when traveling by RV, especially for long distance trips. It is important to have the necessities that will keep you clean and healthy. These items should include towels, washcloths, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, and so forth. One of the quickest ways to ruin an otherwise perfect RV trip is to be unprepared in terms of your hygiene.

Of course, clothing is an important component of preparing for an RV trip. With that being said, you will want to ensure that you stock up on clothing and other related items that can assist you in the event of bad weather. These items should include umbrellas, raincoats, mud boots, and winter jackets. As a reminder, there is no harm in preparing for the worst, especially when traveling by RV.

As highlighted above, food, drinks, first aid supplies, toiletries, and clothing are just a few of the many items that you will want to pack for an RV trip. With that being said, there items are referred to as essentials by many motor home travelers. As a reminder, create a checklist for yourself, preferably well in advance of your trip. A checklist will help to ensure that you are fully prepared, which can also help to improve the overall satisfaction of your travels.