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Hazel in Sk
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05-20-2022, 02:46 PM
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Travil Tips for BC or Alberta
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Cap n Kurt - That sounds like a great route. ...
Cap n Kurt - That sounds like a great route. Everyone should experience the Badlands, Kananaskis is awesome, as is Cypress Hills. There are some wonderful quiet spots north of Calgary.
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
05-11-2022, 07:11 PM
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Collapsible aluminum poles: strong, light weight and all that?
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Hazel in Sk
We bought poles at Cabela's that look like...
We bought poles at Cabela's that look like those. They rusted and would no longer expand or shorten
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
03-21-2022, 10:02 AM
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Calling all "No Refrigeration Required" Recipes
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Hazel in Sk
I really like having a fridge after many years of...
I really like having a fridge after many years of tent camping. If we are planning to be away for some time I pack a lot of the old, familiar staples that don't need a fridge. We cook on a propane...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
03-20-2022, 07:06 PM
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Calling all "No Refrigeration Required" Recipes
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Hazel in Sk
If you own a pressure canner your problems are...
If you own a pressure canner your problems are solved. Just can your meats, stews, soups etc .and heat as required.
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General Chat
03-19-2022, 07:21 PM
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Clothing for trips
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Hazel in Sk
We have a 13' Trillium. In the spring I load the...
We have a 13' Trillium. In the spring I load the camper with things that live in it all season. For clothing that means - Raingear, vests, fleece jackets, long undies, wool sweaters, footwear etc....
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General Chat
02-19-2021, 07:13 PM
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Generator free camping??
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Hazel in Sk
We don't own a generator. Solar panels meet our...
We don't own a generator. Solar panels meet our modest needs for electricity.
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General Chat
02-19-2021, 07:10 PM
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WHAT DO YOU HAVE?
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Hazel in Sk
Too bad some manufacturer doesn't make a stripped...
Too bad some manufacturer doesn't make a stripped down basic lightweight model!
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General Chat
01-01-2021, 07:35 AM
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New Year/Mid-Winter Video
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Hazel in Sk
Enjoyed the wee video. Hoping we can all enjoy...
Enjoyed the wee video. Hoping we can all enjoy some camping in 21.
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General Chat
10-20-2020, 05:13 PM
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I can't get phone service in Idaho.....
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Hazel in Sk
We can't connect at the campground we go to...
We can't connect at the campground we go to often. Have to drive about 30 mins to get service.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
10-06-2020, 07:48 PM
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1975 Biggar converted to an one fishing palace
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Hazel in Sk
Lots of work going on in there. Where will you...
Lots of work going on in there. Where will you have the holes to fish through?
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
08-22-2020, 06:22 PM
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RV toilets
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373
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
We have to be very frugal with water so we don't...
We have to be very frugal with water so we don't fill the flush tank. We put in a bit of chemical and swish down the bowl with water from a squirt style detergent bottle. Never had any problems.
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General Chat
09-29-2018, 06:47 PM
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GO FIBERGLASS! I needed that
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Hazel in Sk
I'm always amazed by these reports of people...
I'm always amazed by these reports of people asking about trailers. No one has ever shown any interest in our Trillium.
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General Chat
09-14-2018, 09:23 PM
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Happier Camper HC1 anyone?
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Hazel in Sk
Has anyone towed one for 50 miles or more along a...
Has anyone towed one for 50 miles or more along a gravel road? I'm wondering whether the door on the back lets dust in. Our Ventura leaked dust through the back window.
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General Chat
08-12-2018, 09:00 PM
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Boondocking
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Hazel in Sk
We keep our battery topped up with a solar panel....
We keep our battery topped up with a solar panel. We use water from jugs for drinking - use wipes for personal cleanliness plus the campground showers. We use a porta potti at night - campground...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
07-02-2018, 11:32 AM
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Repurposed screen tent
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Hazel in Sk
Looks good. We do something similar with the bug...
Looks good. We do something similar with the bug panels from an old canopy unit. We velcro them to the awning overhang. Still have the bottom gap but we have been known to put a mosquito coil...
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General Chat
06-15-2018, 09:11 PM
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Just because a Canadian's fake eyebrow fell off last week, we
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Hazel in Sk
Hope everyone who snags a campsite abandoned by a...
Hope everyone who snags a campsite abandoned by a Canadian have a great time and super weather. I'm not hearing of any Canadians anxious to enter the US right now, especially the ones with some skin...
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General Chat
06-09-2018, 05:03 PM
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Hazel in Sk
I try again!
I try again!
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General Chat
06-09-2018, 11:40 AM
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Show Us Your Rigs
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Hazel in Sk
Here is our Trillium, all set for sunshine or...
Here is our Trillium, all set for sunshine or showers. Photo taken yesterday at Narrow Hills Provincial Park in beautiful Saskatchewan, where we had the entire campground to ourselves.
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General Chat
04-21-2018, 08:53 PM
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Airstream Nest
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Posted By
Hazel in Sk
What difference does it make to a fridge whether...
What difference does it make to a fridge whether it is day or night. The temperature is going to be whatever it is regardless of the time of day. 20C is 20C.
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General Chat
04-16-2018, 02:56 PM
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OK help me figure this out?
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Hazel in Sk
One of the things that happens when people get...
One of the things that happens when people get items on credit is - of course - that they pay more. They also run the risk of reaching retirement age in debt without any assets.
I have kids...
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General Chat
02-25-2018, 09:45 AM
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Before Camping Got Wimpy
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Posted By
Hazel in Sk
I have camped with a pup tent, camped with a...
I have camped with a pup tent, camped with a larger tent, camped while canoe tripping and now I camp from a very basic Trillium. I don't have a yearning for a big, just like home rv, though many do....
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General Chat
02-25-2018, 09:19 AM
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Camping In Canada
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Posted By
Hazel in Sk
I an in Saskatchewan. We loved those small,...
I an in Saskatchewan. We loved those small, locally run campgrounds. During the 70's and 80's we used them a lot. Over the years though most have been closed down. Government regulations became...
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General Chat
02-24-2018, 09:10 PM
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Camping In Canada
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Posted By
Hazel in Sk
We camped in the Kananaskis area early last May. ...
We camped in the Kananaskis area early last May. Beautiful area with some snow still around. We didn't think we would need to book as it was so early in the season. We discovered that some...
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General Chat
02-24-2018, 08:53 PM
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3D printed trailer? We will see...
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3,589
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Hazel in Sk
I would be happy to 'test drive' an early model...
I would be happy to 'test drive' an early model and supply feedback and reviews. Could even collect it before heading to the lake.
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
02-18-2018, 09:30 PM
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64
Instant Pot?
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9,549
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
I haven't yet purchased an Instant Pot, still...
I haven't yet purchased an Instant Pot, still thinking! However I spotted this earlier today and thought I'd give you a heads up. No idea who uses what model but I'd hate to hear about campers and...
Forum:
General Chat
02-10-2018, 09:10 PM
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39
3D printed trailer? We will see...
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3,589
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
3D printing is becoming VERY interesting. Check...
3D printing is becoming VERY interesting. Check this news item!
Alberta girl's printed plastic purple hand is perfect for high-fives - Calgary - CBC News...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
01-31-2018, 09:55 PM
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113
What are the easiest meals to cook while camping?
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Hazel in Sk
Most of our camping is likely what most of you...
Most of our camping is likely what most of you would call boondocking. A Park but with no power or internet service. No restaurant or grocery store for along way either.
We take small packets of...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-12-2018, 09:05 AM
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10
Awnings
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1,102
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
I can't find a price on these - can someone help?
I can't find a price on these - can someone help?
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-05-2018, 07:57 PM
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29
Need a new tug
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2,739
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
Great responses. I'll be passing them on to my...
Great responses. I'll be passing them on to my partner who is the final decision maker on this topic.
Our trailer is on the light side. We camp much like we did when we had a pup tent! The...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
01-05-2018, 09:08 AM
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29
Need a new tug
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2,739
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
Need a new tug
Last week we totally destroyed our vehicle. Smashed beyond repair. The good news is the driver and passengers weren't hurt beyond some sore muscles and colourful bruises.
The challenge is...
Forum:
General Chat
11-12-2017, 08:11 PM
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11
Beddy's (Bed Ease) Bedding for RVs, WOW!
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3,081
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
Don't you find the fleece' sweaty'? It seemed to...
Don't you find the fleece' sweaty'? It seemed to have no absorbency when I used it.
Forum:
General Chat
10-30-2017, 08:14 PM
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8
Awning/screen room
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3,164
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Hazel in Sk
Awning/screen room
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euIk1rYhS3w
I bumped into this online and thought hmmmmmm. These inflatable screen rooms come in a range of sizes and they also have them with the more usual metal...
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Camping, Campout Reports
09-02-2017, 01:58 PM
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Camping in Banff
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1,530
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Hazel in Sk
We spent a few weeks at Kananaskis this spring. ...
We spent a few weeks at Kananaskis this spring. Had a great time and found some superb campsites. We prefer it to Banff which is too commercialised for our tastes. One afternoon we were treated to...
Forum:
General Chat
09-01-2017, 09:17 PM
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34
How do you decide what to do?
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2,912
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Hazel in Sk
Sometimes we plan a bit - other times we just go...
Sometimes we plan a bit - other times we just go camping. Often we head to a lovely Provincial Park a little over an hour away - no electricity, no running water, so very basic. There is a...
Forum:
Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
08-20-2017, 08:18 PM
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6
slow cooking history lesson
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1,636
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Hazel in Sk
Cool.
Cool.
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General Chat
08-15-2017, 08:25 PM
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49
Awning poll: need/won't ever use
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3,488
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Hazel in Sk
I like the awning on our Trillium. It probably...
I like the awning on our Trillium. It probably isn't the 'right' one as it is longer than the slide on the camper. It is obviously quite old - made of some sort of rubbery fabric, and it gets...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
08-13-2017, 07:00 PM
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54
Stovetop oven cooking.
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9,879
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Hazel in Sk
Been there - done that. After several weeks it...
Been there - done that. After several weeks it got boring! Tried adding some variety by toasting marshmallows instead but several people in the group threw up before feeling full.
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
08-12-2017, 08:26 PM
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54
Stovetop oven cooking.
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9,879
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Hazel in Sk
I've been experimenting with baking in the small...
I've been experimenting with baking in the small propane bbq we take along. I made cupcakes first - heated the bbq, used paper cases in the metal cupcake pan. They burned on the bottom but they all...
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General Chat
08-12-2017, 08:08 PM
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56
Campground Etiquette
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4,652
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Hazel in Sk
I understand the people who are in an area that...
I understand the people who are in an area that is terrifically hot and needing AC. That is why campgrounds have electrical service. I understand people having bathrooms in their campers. That is...
Forum:
General Chat
08-10-2017, 08:36 PM
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56
Campground Etiquette
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4,652
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
We charge our phones with our solar powered...
We charge our phones with our solar powered battery. In my opinion generators should be banned in all publicly owned sites.
Forum:
General Chat
08-10-2017, 08:21 PM
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45
Campfires
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3,283
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
Some good info in this thread. I know how to...
Some good info in this thread. I know how to build a fire and can control smoke. Here in Mosquitoland we often PLAN a smokey fire or our nostrils get plugged!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
06-17-2017, 09:23 PM
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39
Scamp Bed Uncomfortable - Any Thoughts
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7,421
Posted By
Hazel in Sk
Another happy camper with a memory foam topper...
Another happy camper with a memory foam topper over the original cushions. We take some time to tuck it into a 'pillow case' I made of cosy flannel. We like to keep things simple if we can and...
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General Chat
06-17-2017, 09:06 PM
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Personal Safety of Trailer vs. Motorhome
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Hazel in Sk
I can't imagine being in a place that requires me...
I can't imagine being in a place that requires me to carry a gun 'for safety'. Used to own a variety of guns when we lived on a farm - various ones for a variety of purposes (none of which involved...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-12-2017, 06:04 PM
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parked trailer
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588
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Hazel in Sk
parked trailer
Spotted an Egg- see details in the Referral forum.
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
06-12-2017, 05:32 PM
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Wallpaper in fiberglass trailers?
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2,652
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Hazel in Sk
Our Ventura had wallpaper on the upper part of...
Our Ventura had wallpaper on the upper part of the walls. It was a very heavy type with a coating on it - washable with care. I have no idea what it would be like to remove it as we didn't try!
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Referrals: Molded Fiberglass Trailers
06-11-2017, 08:26 PM
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possible project
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825
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Hazel in Sk
possible project
Spotted an egg of some sort last week. It was parked on the right side overlooking highway 22 that leaves Cochrane, Alberta - heading towards Sundre. I know that sometimes trailers are parked and...
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General Chat
06-11-2017, 07:58 PM
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Can bring ideas for renovation ...
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565
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Hazel in Sk
Do these come equipped - pots and pans, dishes,...
Do these come equipped - pots and pans, dishes, porta potti, propane etc? What about bedding?
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
04-28-2017, 08:36 PM
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Asian Peanut Pork in a Crock-Pot
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3,355
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Hazel in Sk
Ah yes - quick, economical, tasty stir fries are...
Ah yes - quick, economical, tasty stir fries are a frequently eaten meal at our house. We don't take the bulky wok camping. We have a variety of rice types I have to buy in the city.
More...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
04-23-2017, 09:46 PM
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Bread baking while camping
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6,920
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Hazel in Sk
I make bannock too - different from the other...
I make bannock too - different from the other things mentioned. The grandkids like to wrap some dough around a stick and cook it over the fire. I have made Canadian style muffins but they are too...
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
04-21-2017, 09:44 PM
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Bread baking while camping
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6,920
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Hazel in Sk
Doesn't say anything about British slang here -...
Doesn't say anything about British slang here - but it does show a recipe for crumpets.
Old Fashioned Home-Made English Crumpets For Tea-Time Recipe - Food.com...
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