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Forum: Classifieds Archive 02-28-2018, 10:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,865
Posted By Dave Whiting
It is my understanding that all Escapes are...

It is my understanding that all Escapes are prewired for air conditioning. Adding AC after purchase could be an option.
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 05-27-2017, 12:06 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 12,517
Posted By Dave Whiting
Potluck breakfast - Dave and Maryanne will bring...

Potluck breakfast - Dave and Maryanne will bring individual yogurts
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Gatherings or Events 05-24-2017, 08:56 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 12,517
Posted By Dave Whiting
Dave and Maryanne Whiting will bring a Spinach...

Dave and Maryanne Whiting will bring a Spinach and Pear Salad
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-05-2016, 10:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,028
Posted By Dave Whiting
Bosque del Apache

Good point Myron. We have been to Bosque del Apache on a previous trip so I know how it is a great birding hotspot. I've just checked eBird and mid April, when we are planning to be in the area, is...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-03-2016, 11:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,028
Posted By Dave Whiting
By all means Mike and Donna, feel free to...

By all means Mike and Donna, feel free to "borrow" my map. Some of the elements of our trip that are reflected in the map are: we like to only travel around 200 miles a day. In Feb, it is best to...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-03-2016, 10:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,028
Posted By Dave Whiting
Freeways? not so much

When you leave British Columbia in February, taking the I-5 South is the safest and fastest way to get to warmer camping areas in California and beyond. My plan is to use the freeway for the first...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-03-2016, 09:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,028
Posted By Dave Whiting
Using Google Maps for Trip Planning

I too use Google Maps for trip planning. I use place marks for potential stops of interest as well as campgrounds. Links and other information can be placed in each placemark as you find points of...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 10-26-2016, 08:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,950
Posted By Dave Whiting
Jim, I have tried various approaches to cell...

Jim, I have tried various approaches to cell phone use in the US including AT&T's GoPhone and Roam mobility. I found GoPhone more expensive than I anticipated and Roam mobility had poor coverage...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-18-2016, 05:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,835
Posted By Dave Whiting
Thanks Bob I have not had any problem with my...

Thanks Bob
I have not had any problem with my sensors. The method I have used till now is after draining the grey tank, adding dishwashing liquid plus 3 sinks of clean water. Besides the...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-18-2016, 04:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,835
Posted By Dave Whiting
Thanks for the input!

Some great advice here. Thanks so much.
I am comfortable with how to manage the black tank - it is the grey tank that I find challenging. Currently I put dish soap into the empty tank, then a...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 08-17-2016, 12:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,835
Posted By Dave Whiting
Grey tank operations - best practices

We have a 2015 Escape 19. Upon emptying the grey tank, what is the best method for ensuring no subsequent buildup on the sensors or in the tank? We have been putting clean water in the tank...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 08-02-2016, 11:37 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 19,363
Posted By Dave Whiting
I agree. When looking for a tow vehicle for our...

I agree. When looking for a tow vehicle for our "on order" Escape 19, we wanted an SUV with 2 rows of seats and excellent towing ability to handle mountain driving. The only options were luxury...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-25-2016, 10:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,672
Posted By Dave Whiting
Thanks Gentlemen!

Thanks Jim and Ron for the good information. Much appreciated.

dave
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-25-2016, 12:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,672
Posted By Dave Whiting
Making an awning window adjustable?

We have a 2015 Escape 19 which has an awning window at the foot of the bed. Currently it can be fully opened or closed - no settings in between.

We like to sleep with the window open but...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-06-2016, 11:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,540
Posted By Dave Whiting
Based on the experience of Tom and Cheryl, we...

Based on the experience of Tom and Cheryl, we went for the RV Superbag. In our first year of owning our Escape 19 we have slept 120 nights using the Superbag. No regrets whatsoever!

dave whiting
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 03-11-2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,688
Posted By Dave Whiting
waterfall experience

Highly recommend Silver Falls State Park. The wonderful trail system, built by the CCC in the 1930's, includes two places where the trail goes behind a waterfall.
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 02-22-2016, 12:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,299
Posted By Dave Whiting
Here is another option you may wish to consider. ...

Here is another option you may wish to consider. A few miles north of Merrit on Highway 5A is the historic Quilchena Hotel owned by the Douglas Lake Ranch (largest ranch in Canada). Part of their...
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 02-14-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,041
Posted By Dave Whiting
HarvestHost Directory

The directory is available as a pdf file or you can view it on a webpage. Locations are shown on Google Maps. Here is a screenshot. Searching is done by narrowing down options by geographical...
Forum: Campgrounds, Waysides and Resorts 02-13-2016, 06:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,041
Posted By Dave Whiting
Hi Allan We joined Harvest Hosts for the first...

Hi Allan
We joined Harvest Hosts for the first time last year and will be using it again on our next trip. We used it on three occasions. Two of the hosts were great experiences, one not so much....
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-15-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,612
Posted By Dave Whiting
When staying at Waterton National Park, avoid the...

When staying at Waterton National Park, avoid the Belly River campground. A great location and setting but the campsites are designed for tents - not trailers. We have an Escape 19 and could not get...
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 01-02-2016, 03:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,917
Posted By Dave Whiting
We missed meeting you at Clyde Halliday State...

We missed meeting you at Clyde Halliday State Park in Oregon by 1 week. Wonderful campground in a wonderful area. I think we photographed the same heron.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 12-10-2015, 02:53 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,287
Posted By Dave Whiting
This travel blog has a post regarding a good...

This travel blog has a post regarding a good location to park an RV near San Francisco.
https://ravenandchickadee.com/?s=San+Francisco
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 09-07-2015, 12:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,322
Posted By Dave Whiting
We were not aware of the oil patch while we were...

We were not aware of the oil patch while we were in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Definitely aware of it beyond the park boundaries. What a zoo!
The National Park was a...
Forum: General Escape 08-31-2015, 12:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,622
Posted By Dave Whiting
Interesting, we tow our Escape 19 with a Jeep...

Interesting, we tow our Escape 19 with a Jeep Grand Cherokee with the V8 and we average 14.9 miles per US gallon or 15.8 litres per 100 km.
Forum: Trips and Travel Planning 08-24-2015, 12:42 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,046
Posted By Dave Whiting
How many nights on the road in 2015?

Since picking up our new trailer on May 20 we have spent 45 days and about 8000 km on the road. Travelled from our home in Kamloops BC as far as Fargo ND.
Leave for a 6 week trip to Oregon and...
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