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Re: [A/S] International rally??'s
In a message dated 5/7/2005 9:44:03 PM Eastern Standard Time,
krewerc@yahoo.com writes:
> 1-they are providing 3 amps of electricity. we get that much from our
> solar panel and don't see how one can survive in the summer without
> air conditioning. (we are from tampa...)>
Two summers ago, in Vermont, it was 104 one day, in my trailer. You can
survive but it's miserable...especially if you have pets. This year they offered 30
amp service along with the 3 amp.
>
> 2- do I get my own generator and if so what is best?>
You can bring a generator if you want. If you want to run air you would be
happiest with two Honda 2000s. Very expensive though, cheaper to get the 30
amp.
>
> 3- why do they run hoses from one trailer to another? this is dry
> camping? so don't we plan to fill our fresh tank before we get there?>
There's one faucet per parking row. It's not dry camping, you get water and
electricity.
>
> 4 is there any possibility of getting help parking? newbie and no good
> in reverse and it sounds like they pack trailers very tight. I'm
> scared.>
You wonb;t have to back up. The parking is easy they guide you in frontwards.
>
> 5 are there any food vendors? or do I cook all my own meals and if so
> how without the microwave and being in the heat already? >
No food vendors, restaurants though. You can use your cooktop.
>
> 6- is it any fun? Is everybody really old. No offense but the pictures
> show pictures of my parents generation mostly. We still work and
> travel with kids. And is there anything for teens to do?>
Not much for teens..... boys or girls? Sightseeing with you.
>
> 7- we have an old coach we are repairing. Does your outfit have to be
> in perfect condition to go? >
No it doesn't have to be perfect...., have you joined the vintage group? If
your coach is over 25 years old you might want to park in the vintage section.
> Hunter