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    Stanislaus NF, mostly closed

    My family and I camped in Stanislaus NF a few weeks ago and yes there was still snow in some areas. We actually went to the Central Valley group meet on our way out but we were so tired we ended up leaving early.
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    Let's see those full size rigs - Trucks & SUV

    How’s the roof rack working out for you?
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    Members photos

    This is the only thing I can think of. Type the below in the Google search bar but swap out the user name, then click images. "nickburt" site:overlandbound.com/forums/ If the above link doesn’t show it’s because this forum is blocking it for some odd reason.
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    Where do you put your dishwater?

    I use a lot of paper plates and I just wipe down any pots or pans that I use. Paper plates go in the campfire after use.
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    Who is a Vet, Active or First Responder?

    Congratulations on your upcoming retirement. I did 20 and dropped papers. If you’re thinking of a second retirement with a federal agency and have questions shoot me a DM.
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    Toilets?

    I use a 5 gallon plastic bucket with a specially made toilet seat. It’s lined with plastic bags and I use kitty litter to absorb odor been uses. https://a.co/d/1e3DStN
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    What is the last thing you bought and plan to buy?

    What are your plans for your Trailblazer?
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    Free National Parks Pass for Military

    I knew about this but completely forgot about it until your post, thank you for the reminder. I signed up for the National and California passes.
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    My boys and I installed the OVS Nomadic 270 Awning and boy was it a pain to do. My FSR Evolution RTT was already installed so we had to disconnect the side the awning was to be mounted on to have room to work. We also had to make a Home Depot run for washers to fill in the gap between the OVS...
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    In Hot Pursuit

    I’m really interested in this roof rack but not interested in removing the headliner and drilling holes.
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    It took me and my two teenage sons to lift my RTT into place, I’ve no idea how you did it. One thing is for sure, after all of the effort of getting it mounted I’m not taking it off.
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    Who is a Vet, Active or First Responder?

    USMC retired, 1996-2016, Combat Engineer, too many deployments to post about. Now a GS employee with a federal agency.
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    What Did You Do With Your Rig Today?

    Yesterday my boys and I installed a FSR Evolution V2 RTT. I’ve never owned one before but I’ve wanted one for the past 15 years after seeing a neighbor with one. I’ve been tent camping the majority of my life and mostly camping solo with friends, I believe this RTT will have the wife and...
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    Yes, I saw that and if family commitments don’t tie me down I’m going try and make it out to the next meet.
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    Member Introductions *NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSELF*

    Thank you, I updated my location and I downloaded a HAM app to study.