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Memorial Day Tips...
11 years 6 months ago #11673
by Sarge3398
The only thing wrong with being retired is that you never get a day off!
Memorial Day Tips... was created by Sarge3398
This was posted in the latest Hensley Newsletter:
Memorial Day Tips
Hensley-Hitch-Memorial-Day Welcome to the First Annual Memorial Day Tips Newsletter. Whether you're a newbie trying out your travel trailer or 5th wheel for the first time or a seasoned (or seasonal) veteran who tends to forget those lessons learned, I think you'll find some nuggets of wisdom here.
1) All gas stations are not trailer friendly. Just because you can squeeze in doesn't mean you can squeeze out. Gas station owners take great pains in placing their building at a specific distance from the pumps to give you the illusion of turning space. Sit out in the road and block traffic for as long as necessary to determine the likelihood of a damage-free exit.
2) Map out the nearest Wal-Mart and RV Dealer from your campsite. Remember what you forgot last year? Me neither. You'll forget it again. So will I.
3) If you are camping with a brother-in-law, he will proclaim himself the "campfire expert." This will certainly involve a gas can. Keep the kids at a safe distance. Preferably, another state.
4) If you have full-hookups, upon arrival immediately inspect your neighbor's black water valve. If it is the Open position, kindly inform the rookie that full-hookups does not equate a free flowing sewage system. If he doesn't believe you, invite him for a beer and strategically place his chair directly downwind of his faux pax. He'll get the message.
5) There will be a 30 degree difference in temperature between Saturday and Monday. This is a scientific law, not a theory. Every Memorial Day. Yes, Canadians, it's also 30 degrees for you, because you're in Canada. And it's cold. Or hot. Pack accordingly.
6) RV parks and state campgrounds advertise the campsite length according to your trailer length. They assume you will be towing the trailer by hand and are in no need of a place for the vehicle. You will be forced to park on the road. Always leave someone in the campsite who can reach the gas pedals so that you can move the vehicle for the people around you who are trying to park their trailers.
7) The check-in line at the park entrance will stretch out to Labor Day. Be patient and remember the sixteen year-old checking you in is busy juggling his job with an active social media life. A display of violence will only land you on his facebook page and Youtube account. By Saturday afternoon you'll be a headline on The Drudge Report.
However, it is acceptable to practice your "off my meds" glare for the half dozen guys who want to help you park your rig. You're better off flying solo. Just make sure you ask the ten-year old across from you to move his Suburban so you can squeeze in.
Memorial Day Tips
Hensley-Hitch-Memorial-Day Welcome to the First Annual Memorial Day Tips Newsletter. Whether you're a newbie trying out your travel trailer or 5th wheel for the first time or a seasoned (or seasonal) veteran who tends to forget those lessons learned, I think you'll find some nuggets of wisdom here.
1) All gas stations are not trailer friendly. Just because you can squeeze in doesn't mean you can squeeze out. Gas station owners take great pains in placing their building at a specific distance from the pumps to give you the illusion of turning space. Sit out in the road and block traffic for as long as necessary to determine the likelihood of a damage-free exit.
2) Map out the nearest Wal-Mart and RV Dealer from your campsite. Remember what you forgot last year? Me neither. You'll forget it again. So will I.
3) If you are camping with a brother-in-law, he will proclaim himself the "campfire expert." This will certainly involve a gas can. Keep the kids at a safe distance. Preferably, another state.
4) If you have full-hookups, upon arrival immediately inspect your neighbor's black water valve. If it is the Open position, kindly inform the rookie that full-hookups does not equate a free flowing sewage system. If he doesn't believe you, invite him for a beer and strategically place his chair directly downwind of his faux pax. He'll get the message.
5) There will be a 30 degree difference in temperature between Saturday and Monday. This is a scientific law, not a theory. Every Memorial Day. Yes, Canadians, it's also 30 degrees for you, because you're in Canada. And it's cold. Or hot. Pack accordingly.
6) RV parks and state campgrounds advertise the campsite length according to your trailer length. They assume you will be towing the trailer by hand and are in no need of a place for the vehicle. You will be forced to park on the road. Always leave someone in the campsite who can reach the gas pedals so that you can move the vehicle for the people around you who are trying to park their trailers.
7) The check-in line at the park entrance will stretch out to Labor Day. Be patient and remember the sixteen year-old checking you in is busy juggling his job with an active social media life. A display of violence will only land you on his facebook page and Youtube account. By Saturday afternoon you'll be a headline on The Drudge Report.
However, it is acceptable to practice your "off my meds" glare for the half dozen guys who want to help you park your rig. You're better off flying solo. Just make sure you ask the ten-year old across from you to move his Suburban so you can squeeze in.
The only thing wrong with being retired is that you never get a day off!
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