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Once the virus settles down I would expect to see tons of RVs sitting on the used lots for sale. I would guess a lot of young buyers put themselves into unforeseen debt. Maybe I wrong. . will be interesting to see. Of course, there's nothing wrong with boondocking in the national forests and BLM lands.

I looked at both models you liked. They are both by Forest River and you might want to look up a Forest River Owner's Forum to ask specific questions about both of them. The LaCrosse is 7 yr. older than the Puma which would make a difference in the condition. Be sure to check for water leaks around the windows and the edges of the ceiling although even a new RV could have leaks right away. It has 2 ACs which may be important in Houston. However, with the tall windows you're going to have heat loss and cooling is not efficient. You may also get a lot of condensation inside during the winter with all the windows. Both will probably have single pane windows. The TV viewing looks awkward but hard to tell unless personally inside. The Puma has a wrapped and enclosed underbelly which would keep your plumbing from possible freeze. There could also be a furnace vent down there for the plumbing; some have that. Good luck!!! EDIT: Keep in mind with the LaCrosse and the tall windows.... if you're in a typical RV park you won't have any view or privacy with those windows. You'll be having a close neighbor next to you. Most likely, you'll use the window covering for privacy. If you were traveling and staying at public parks (state, national, national forest, etc.) you would have a more natural surrounding and perhaps even a nice view of a lake or river out of those windows.

We did pretty much the same thing and we were in the desert a lot. Many times we just opened the windows an inch or so and kept the window coverings down on the sunny side. Turning on the Fantastic fan with the windows cracked at night brought in enough cool air at night for a blanket. Our motorhome was well insulated so this practice kept the RV cool even when not having electric for the AC.

In national parks there are no cleaning duties. They have paid employees doing it.

... not a state park but you might look into the Sawtooth Nat'l Recreation Area at Stanley, Idaho. It has an active Visitor Center and is an absolutely beautiful place to spend some time. Stop in and introduce yourself and ask to speak to the Volunteer Coordinator. Being there in person to inquire about volunteering gives you a step in. You may be offered a gig for the next season if they have already filled this season. That's how we got two of our favorite volunteer positions.... by talking to them in person. Good luck!

Here's the web site. Don't know how we missed that one when in the area. https://thedyrt.com/camping/wyoming/wyoming-teton-reservoir-recreation-site

I know it's hard to believe but there are some (us) who don't do any of that stuff.

You've certainly experienced RVing all-around. Looks like a good spot!

Did you boondock at the Tetons as you had planned? Wondering how it went.

Hope your traveling parrot does well! Be aware that if you're in RV parks you'll most likely have close neighbors.

You had a great solo trip. Many women would hesitate doing what you did! Congratulations!! Now you need to get out of the Chicago winter and head South.

He's not looking at Florida but instead, Louisiana to the Carolinas. I agree with Sandsys..... the Escapees Plantation in Summerdale, Alabama would be perfect.

Saw this today in our news: https://www.comicskingdom.com/bizarro

Hwy 120 does require a reservation. https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

Sorry, I meant a truck camper; not a travel trailer. He wanted small, a bathroom and able to travel on forest roads, sharp turns, etc. A truck camper would have better clearance than a travel trailer.

Get a truck and then a camper for it.

Just saw this for Idaho volunteers for 2021: TAKING APPLICATIONS NOW

Is everyone having it sent Priority Mail?

Here's a company in Arizona that stores and rents your RV and does the walk-thru with customers. I just did a Google. I know nothing about the company. There may be more like this. https://www.goingplacesrv.com/rv-owners/

Correct. Vaccines not the only reason but they played a big part.

The reason Australia has a low flu season was because of unprecedented numbers of flu vaccines given. The U.S. needs to do the same. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/australia-mild-flu-season-what-means-for-the-united-states#:~:text=Why Australia Had a Mild,Means for the United States&text=Authorities report that Australia had,with the COVID-19 pandemic

Sorry can't see the picture or link that you posted. It's jibberish.

I certainly wouldn't buy a specific type of RV for 'just in case someone brings kids'. Buy the RV for YOU. Extras can usually adjust by bringing their tent or getting a cabin in the park or ??

I just tried it and got the same as above.

That's going to be difficult in the big tent unless they limit how many can come in. I think this year is a good time to just stay out in desert and meet up with friends.