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Forum: General Escape 04-06-2024, 06:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,139
Posted By Telescopist
David No Longer Walks The Earth

I've cobbled together a few images which have to do with David. These were taken in the fall of 2022. The location was southern Utah. He was an important mentor to me when it came to camping in the...
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-28-2024, 01:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 831
Posted By Telescopist
Thanks for that tip.

Thanks for that tip.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-22-2024, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 496
Posted By Telescopist
I've always thought it was a problem. I just...

I've always thought it was a problem. I just wasn't clever enough to figure out what to do about it.

The author makes two points:
1. "The dinette area doesn't have the room for the table to...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-21-2024, 09:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 496
Posted By Telescopist
Clever modification. I like it! May go for it...

Clever modification. I like it! May go for it myself.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-21-2024, 05:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 831
Posted By Telescopist
I went ahead and de-winterized all the way. The...

I went ahead and de-winterized all the way. The bi-pass option makes the job go a lot faster.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-21-2024, 04:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 831
Posted By Telescopist
I'll mull over what to do. Thanks for responding.

I'll mull over what to do. Thanks for responding.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-21-2024, 04:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 831
Posted By Telescopist
It's going down to 24 at around by 6am. Latest...

It's going down to 24 at around by 6am. Latest and greatest update.
Forum: Maintenance, Winterizing and Routine Care 03-21-2024, 02:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 831
Posted By Telescopist
De-Winterizing ~ Jumped the Gun?

Yep. Spring like weather in Southeast PA has arrived early. Winter never arrived. I brought the trailer out of storage and de-winterized last week. Tonight the weather pundits are predicting the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 03-05-2024, 05:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,023
Posted By Telescopist
I know there is more than just me interested in...

I know there is more than just me interested in your installation. Please take as many images as you feel will help us make sense of the project. Thanks.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 02-29-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 815
Posted By Telescopist
The possession of alcohol in all areas of the...

The possession of alcohol in all areas of the Navajo Nation is prohibited. Which I believe is the same thing as illegal. That said, we imbibed but only out of sight within our trailer. I vaguely...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 01-26-2024, 12:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,560
Posted By Telescopist
Been there. Done that.

Been there. Done that.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 01-08-2024, 05:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,425
Posted By Telescopist
I use the exact same method. And we bring our own...

I use the exact same method. And we bring our own filtered drinking water. Never have taken a sip of water from the fresh water tank.
Forum: General Escape 01-07-2024, 09:35 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,068
Posted By Telescopist
Yes. Noelia knows we have her back. We live about...

Yes. Noelia knows we have her back. We live about 30 miles away. She also has a robust family support system in place. At some point in the not too distant future, I will take up your suggestion and...
Forum: General Escape 01-06-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,068
Posted By Telescopist
Thanks for that gesture.

Thanks for that gesture.
Forum: General Escape 01-04-2024, 03:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,068
Posted By Telescopist
Final Jim Norman Update

In the middle of the night on New Years Day, Jim passed away. He died peacefully with his dogs near his bed and Noelia dozing in a chair by his side. He was a great pal to me and mentor when it came...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-02-2024, 05:48 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,434
Posted By Telescopist
There is potable water at Dead Horse Point. Big...

There is potable water at Dead Horse Point. Big basin sink outside restrooms which can be seen in front of the 4Runner. As I recall, there is a huge cistern up on a hill above the campsite that...
Forum: General Escape 12-30-2023, 05:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,369
Posted By Telescopist
He is tuned in to his inner experience,-...

He is tuned in to his inner experience,- reflecting on his life, and the family which surround him with love. That is about it.
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 12-30-2023, 07:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,176
Posted By Telescopist
I have the same "So far so good" experience. That...

I have the same "So far so good" experience. That said, Escape forum member/friend John Kliewer has made a compelling argument (no cajoling just facts) on why he switched over to a lithium battery...
Forum: General Escape 12-29-2023, 07:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,369
Posted By Telescopist
Great shot of Jim in group.

Great shot of Jim in group.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-27-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,434
Posted By Telescopist
This is the view from site #50. It is not David's...

This is the view from site #50. It is not David's preferred site. Sniff. But we were reasonably pleased by the view. All taken from within 15 feet of the camper.
Forum: General Escape 12-27-2023, 01:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,369
Posted By Telescopist
I've had similar thoughts in the past. Language;...

I've had similar thoughts in the past. Language; "was", "is" become fluid in moments like this. Jim didn't mean anything in particular by this. He's sad. I'm sad. Anyone who got to know Jim are sad.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-27-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,434
Posted By Telescopist
Yeah. The deserts...

Yeah. The deserts...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-27-2023, 12:21 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,434
Posted By Telescopist
Ah yes. Hunt and Gather restaurant...

Ah yes. Hunt and Gather restaurant (https://www.huntandgatherrestaurant.com/). David and Mary Murphy treated us to a memorable dinner there while we were all camping at Thousand Lakes RV Park. Thanks...
Forum: General Escape 12-26-2023, 07:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,369
Posted By Telescopist
Jim Norman Update

Jim is in hospice care. He is winding down life as we know it. What follows below is an email from Noelia, his wife which she has granted me permission to share with this community.

We can use all...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-23-2023, 01:35 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,493
Posted By Telescopist
Cool story. You are one lucky man!

Cool story. You are one lucky man!
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