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Forum: Hobbies & Passions 08-17-2015, 10:05 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Dragonfly

On the weekend we were camping at Lightning Lake Provincial Park in BC's Manning Park. This park has beautiful scenery but unpredictable weather. Here is a photo of a dragonfly seen at the edge of...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 10-15-2014, 10:19 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Little Red Toadstool

This little toadstool was waiting for us when we went for a walk:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/15539538442/
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-13-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 13,734
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Thank you Donna for organizing this event. Here...

Thank you Donna for organizing this event. Here are a few photos:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157648673687766/
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 10-06-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Looks like a reflection.

Looks like a reflection.
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 09-06-2014, 05:34 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
September camping in Washington

We were camping on Whidbey Island for a few days. Lots of opportunity for taking pictures!
https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157646860832397/
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 08-11-2014, 12:15 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Supermoon August 10, 2014

There was another super moon tonight, so I took a photo. You can see the full resolution photo here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/14883187522/in/photostream/lightbox/
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-15-2014, 10:26 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
arlon Thanks! I used a Sigma 120-400 mm lens...

arlon

Thanks! I used a Sigma 120-400 mm lens at 400 mm on my Pentax K-3, manual focus, remote release, spot metering and mirror lockup on a tripod; f/8, 1/800 sec, ISO 400. Took several shots,...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-15-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
arlon Wonderful photo! Can you tell me the...

arlon

Wonderful photo! Can you tell me the details of the camera, lens and teleconverter you used and the settings?
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-14-2014, 06:09 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Sunset

Carol and Alf:

Thanks. I think this might have been the same sunset on June 4.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/14201612910/

It was great meeting you and your wife and seeing your...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-13-2014, 10:05 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Supermoon July 12, 2014

Last night there was a super moon and I took a photo of it. Here is a link to the high resolution version:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/14618013896/in/photostream/lightbox/
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-13-2014, 03:49 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
We just returned from 8 days camping in the south...

We just returned from 8 days camping in the south and central Okanagan in BC.

Links to more photos here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157645102704124/...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 05-04-2014, 06:07 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
We spent a few days in Champoeg and Tumalo Oregon...

We spent a few days in Champoeg and Tumalo Oregon in the last ten days:

Here are a few photos:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157644099667417/...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-11-2014, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,247
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Yes, the camping location was Fort Casey. I meant...

Yes, the camping location was Fort Casey. I meant to post this in the photography section -- my mistake.

We had three nights there in an unserviced site, lots of sunshine. Great location for...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 04-11-2014, 04:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,247
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Spring in Whidbey Is. & Port Townsend

We spent a few days last week on Whidbey Island, Port Townsend and Sequim. We were blessed with sunshine, and there were lots of flowers and cooperative animals and other interesting things to see. A...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 01-24-2014, 05:37 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Winter Camping in Washington State

We spent three nights camping at Bay View State Park this week, with side trips to Port Townsend and La Conner. A great opportunity for taking some photos!

Bay View, Port Townsend, La Conner...
Forum: General Chat 12-28-2013, 03:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,687
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Goodbye to our travelling companion!

Yesterday our greyhound Chelsea died. She travelled with us on our camping trips in BC, Washington and Oregon. She was a sweet, beautiful dog, and we miss her.

Chelsea - a set on Flickr...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 10-15-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Covered Bridges of Oregon

We spent half a day around Cottage Grove, Oregon. Many magnificent covered bridges: Oregon Covered Bridges 2013 - a set on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157636560998734/)
Forum: Rallies, Get-togethers, Molded Meets (Archive) 10-14-2013, 11:00 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 20,913
Posted By Brian Van Snell
I have posted a few photos of the NOG here: ...

I have posted a few photos of the NOG here:

Potluck at NOG Nehalem Bay Oct 2013 - a set on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157636565096706/)

A few photos taken around...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 09-24-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
We have just returned from four nights at...

We have just returned from four nights at Okanagan Lake Provincial Park, one of our favourite places. More photos here:
Okanagan Lake Campsite Sept 2013 - a set on Flickr...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-12-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,329
Posted By Brian Van Snell
I installed a 300 watt inverter in our trailer,...

I installed a 300 watt inverter in our trailer, and installation was quite straight forward. The manual that came with your inverter should provide some guidance. Here is a link to the manual for our...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 08-31-2013, 04:34 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Port Townsend and Anacortes

We have just returned from four nights camping at Bay View State Park with trips to Anacortes and Port Townsend.

Both places are easy to get to and well worth seeing. More photos here:
Aug 2013...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 07-31-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,283
Posted By Brian Van Snell
baglo The answer is -205 deg C. (-337 deg...

baglo

The answer is -205 deg C. (-337 deg F.).

Lowest recorded temperature in North Dakota was -51 deg C. (-60 deg F.). Feb 15, 1936.

Brian
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-30-2013, 01:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,072
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Norm Did you mean this one? Farewell Bend...

Norm

Did you mean this one?
Farewell Bend Campground - Photos, Information, and Reviews (https://www.campsitephotos.com/campground/Farewell-Bend)

Or is it the campground from which no one...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-28-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,072
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Byron: In this particular site on one side...

Byron:

In this particular site on one side of the paved area (passenger side when backing in) there was an open area with some grass but no place for a table. On the other side was a table and...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-27-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,072
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Campsite orientation

Our trailer has the door on the passenger side as do most fiberglass trailers. Most campsites have the table and fire pit on the passenger side when the trailer is backed into the site. In July we...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 07-26-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,498
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Camping in PEI

I think Cavendish Beach has the most wonderful camping in PEI. We stayed there many times in our tenting days.

Check out Parks Canada - Prince Edward Island National Park - cavendish...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-25-2013, 02:29 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
More Oregon Photos

Here are a few photos taken around Tumalo OR:
Around Tumalo OR July 2013 - a set on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157634796081040/)

And a few taken around Florence...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 07-24-2013, 04:23 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Photos from around Bandon, OR

Here is a link to a few photos taken around Bandon, Oregon:

Around Bandon July 2013 - a set on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157634767909845/)

Brian
Forum: Oregon Gatherings 07-23-2013, 10:31 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 23,223
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Bandon Photos

Here are a few photos from around Bandon:

Around Bandon July 2013 - a set on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157634767909845/)

Brian
Forum: Oregon Gatherings 07-23-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 23,223
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Oregon Gathering Potluck Photos

Here is a link to a few photos taken at the potluck:

Oregon Gathering Potluck 2013 - a set on Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/sets/72157634766874309/)

Brian
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,849
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Francesca: Yes, it is. See Sisters Outdoor...

Francesca:

Yes, it is. See Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show (https://www.sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org/)

Here are some photos from the 2010 Quilt Show:...
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,849
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Byron: In our experience the Sisters Outdoor...

Byron:

In our experience the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show is a major event with camping spots really quite scarce. We made our booking many months ago and even then there were few spots available. I...
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2013, 08:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,849
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Suttle Lake is 14 miles from Sisters. Tumalo...

Suttle Lake is 14 miles from Sisters. Tumalo State Park is 16.5 miles from Sisters.

Brian
Forum: General Chat 07-06-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,849
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Mark: We have been to the Sisters Outdoor...

Mark:

We have been to the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show many times, and have stayed at Suttle Lake South, just north of Sisters, and Tumalo State Park, just south of Sisters. We are going to the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 07-03-2013, 10:14 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,424
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Gasoline engines work on the Otto cycle, while...

Gasoline engines work on the Otto cycle, while diesel engines work on the Diesel cycle -- they are fundamentally different. See this reference:

Mister Rudolph Diesel was aware of the gasoline...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 07-03-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,963
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Steve: We had a similar problem until I noticed...

Steve:
We had a similar problem until I noticed that the current bush at many campsites has a 15 amp standard outlet as well as the usual 30 amp RV outlet. We have a small table outside our trailer...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-26-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,222
Posted By Brian Van Snell
If you look at the details of a specific site on...

If you look at the details of a specific site on Reserveamerica you should see the paved (or gravel) length of the site. My understanding is that as long as your trailer fits on the paved area you...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-24-2013, 04:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,738
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Why solar is better

Bill

It is true that many campsites have trees (we camp in Washington too), but we have found that some sites have more sun -- if you have solar these are the ones you would choose
You can...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-24-2013, 03:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,310
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Jen Spectacular photos! Thank you for...

Jen

Spectacular photos! Thank you for sharing them with us on this forum and on Flickr!

Brian
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 06-24-2013, 03:05 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,738
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Simplicity

Bill:

Duvets or sleeping bags are a simpler solution than a mattress heater
A propane furnace can be used to keep the trailer warm when you have no hookups
A solar panel may be a better...
Forum: General Chat 06-19-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,245
Posted By Brian Van Snell
I think a canopy is a good idea: Ladybug at...

I think a canopy is a good idea:

Ladybug at Deception Pass S.P. | Flickr - Photo Sharing! (https://www.flickr.com/photos/brian_vansnell/4522813140)
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-19-2013, 02:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,621
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Jan You should have a pressure regulator (a...

Jan

You should have a pressure regulator (a small brass device) between the tap at the campsite and the hose to your trailer. Do you have one? It is possible that the water pressure at the...
Forum: General Chat 06-18-2013, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,463
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Bridge Repair

We went through Burlington - Mount Vernon yesterday using the detours around the bridge on the I-5. There was almost no delay because of the detours. The temporary repair is due to be open this week...
Forum: Camping, Campout Reports 06-18-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,027
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Propane fridge not lighting

I had problems lighting our Dometic fridge on propane the first few times because normally we had used it on electric power. Things to try:

Make sure there is propane at the fridge -- light the...
Forum: Forum Admin, News & Announcements 06-16-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,666
Posted By Brian Van Snell
I just keep my headphones plugged into the...

I just keep my headphones plugged into the audio-out port, so there is no sound. When I want to hear something I can unplug the headphones or put them on my head.

Is it Ford that irritates you or...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-15-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,056
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Let's not overcomplicate!

The original question from Bob asked about whether a simple propane gauge which can be obtained for about $15 would let you know whether you have enough propane.

I think the answer is "yes".

We...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners 06-14-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,056
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Propane Gauge

We bought a gauge similar to this at our local Costco:
Amazon.com: Flame King YSN-212 Propane Cylinder Gas Gauge Meter: Patio, Lawn & Garden...
Forum: Hobbies & Passions 06-12-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 71,770
Posted By Brian Van Snell
Trip to Okanagan June 2013

We have just returned from a week in the Okanagan Valley of BC.

We spent three days at Okanagan Lake Provincial Park:
Okanagan Lake North June 2013 - a set on Flickr...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 05-09-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,627
Posted By Brian Van Snell
We have a Thetford 135 which fits in a small...

We have a Thetford 135 which fits in a small cupboard under the passenger side front seat of our Escape 13. We use it only at night, and only for #1, and put the paper into a garbage container. The...
Forum: General Chat 05-08-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,380
Posted By Brian Van Snell
We saw this little fellow at the Spring NOG in...

We saw this little fellow at the Spring NOG in Nehalem Bay at the end of April last year:

Rufous Hummingbird | Flickr - Photo Sharing!...
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