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Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-05-2014, 10:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,406
Posted By BarkAvenue
Been to Odell Lake many times however never...

Been to Odell Lake many times however never camped.
I suggest you just call them and tell them you length and see if
they have spots.
Some of those resorts have what I call dispersed camp spot...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-05-2014, 05:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,406
Posted By BarkAvenue
Oregon Coast

We live in central Oregon (Bend) and just returned from 15 days on the Oregon coast. We generally go right after Labor Day but this year did first part of June and will do another two weeks in...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 09-07-2011, 10:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,599
Posted By BarkAvenue
www.campgroundreviews.com...

www.campgroundreviews.com (https://www.campgroundreviews.com)
Great tool.
Also would allow you to check out all the recommendations listed, check out their websites and get honest reviews of previous...
Forum: New Member Check-In 09-03-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,095
Posted By BarkAvenue
Hi Jerry, We own a second home in Prescott!...

Hi Jerry,
We own a second home in Prescott! love love love that area....so much to do and the people are extremely friendly.
Will be there next spring for about four months.
Enjoy your new diggs...
Forum: New Member Check-In 08-26-2011, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 454
Posted By BarkAvenue
Greetings from Bend, Oregon and Welcome!

Greetings from Bend, Oregon and Welcome!
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 08-06-2011, 03:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,477
Posted By BarkAvenue
Tillamook Cheese Factory, Tillamook, Oregon. ...

Tillamook Cheese Factory, Tillamook, Oregon.
Large parking lots for RV's, free tour and samples and some killer ice cream!
I second Salmon Harbor in Winchester Bay....we stay there each visit to...
Forum: RV Gourmet 07-26-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By BarkAvenue
Well I will give you my hints for what works for...

Well I will give you my hints for what works for me, I travel with a couple diet restrictions, no gluten and no eggs of any kind! I do believe there is gluten and or eggs in about everything. Leaves...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-24-2011, 03:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,241
Posted By BarkAvenue
THANK YOU so much for sharing. This site is...

THANK YOU so much for sharing. This site is amazing and so filled with great information. The pictures alone are worth the visit....
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-24-2011, 11:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,241
Posted By BarkAvenue
We have made this exact trip about 10 times in...

We have made this exact trip about 10 times in the past few years, last few in a 40 footer.
Road is good and the area is simply breathtaking.
Do you have reservations at all?
Here is my suggestion...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 07-24-2011, 09:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,969
Posted By BarkAvenue
We owned two Monaco 40 foot DP in the past 12...

We owned two Monaco 40 foot DP in the past 12 years. In Feb 2011 we downsized to an approx 35 footer. We travel a lot in the west and in National Parks, etc.
Our personal experience was many places...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-23-2011, 10:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,450
Posted By BarkAvenue
We know your pain and loss! our little fur family...

We know your pain and loss! our little fur family member of 18 years died 2 years ago, think of him every day.

We learn a lot from our pets-
We find that nothing comforts
like a warm...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-22-2011, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,228
Posted By BarkAvenue
Go to www.campgroundreviews.com...

Go to www.campgroundreviews.com (https://www.campgroundreviews.com)
Click on the state and then the city.
We use it all the time, great resource.
Honest reviews, connects you to their website along with...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-21-2011, 09:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,881
Posted By BarkAvenue
Well will once again jump right in, only can go...

Well will once again jump right in, only can go by our experience. We bought our Monaco from a dealer in Tucson, AZ it was our second 40 foot DP. Have no issues with the dealership...after a lot of...
Forum: Cummins Engines 07-21-2011, 05:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,881
Posted By BarkAvenue
OK I am going to take a real stab in the dark and...

OK I am going to take a real stab in the dark and hope my info may be helpful. We previously owned a 40 Monaco DP that had a 400 Cummins and at about 10k miles the Turbo Charger blew.
We had bought...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 07-13-2011, 04:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,111
Posted By BarkAvenue
Once we started traveling many months during the...

Once we started traveling many months during the year in order to do this we had to pack up the cats. I was fearful at first but have found them to be amazing travelers. We also have a little 4 year...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 07-13-2011, 01:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,111
Posted By BarkAvenue
We travel with two senior kitties. I am going to...

We travel with two senior kitties. I am going to assume by dash you mean the area around the drivers side?
I would suggest bed pillows....they are pliable easy to store and have worked great for...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 07-12-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,260
Posted By BarkAvenue
We purchased 2011 Allegro 34TGA Feb of this year,...

We purchased 2011 Allegro 34TGA Feb of this year, brand new from a great dealer in Reno Nevada. We live in Bend Oregon and have no Tiffin dealers here.
When we were going to hit the road, after...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 07-12-2011, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,453
Posted By BarkAvenue
We have had Allstate Motor Club RVROADHELP since...

We have had Allstate Motor Club RVROADHELP since 1999 and have had great luck. We have used it several times and been very satisfied with the service.

The two times we had an RV towed we just...
Forum: New Member Check-In 07-11-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,745
Posted By BarkAvenue
Shadetree, Would you share a little more...

Shadetree,
Would you share a little more information about your airbags, installing them, brand, etc?
We purchased a brand new 2011 Allegro Open Road 34TGA Feb of this year, simply love it and have...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-05-2011, 08:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,044
Posted By BarkAvenue
Joyful life celebrating news. The other thing I...

Joyful life celebrating news. The other thing I have found out while posting to you and reading the replies to you is what a loving, caring, wonderful and very best of humankind community IRV2...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 07-04-2011, 02:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,551
Posted By BarkAvenue
We live in Bend Oregon and border the Deschutes...

We live in Bend Oregon and border the Deschutes National Forest and its many campgrounds. I am a proud retiree of the US Forest Service with 25 years and several national forest.
Here is the...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-03-2011, 11:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,224
Posted By BarkAvenue
You and your wonderful Willa are both on what I...

You and your wonderful Willa are both on what I call my "industrial" prayer list and will remain there. No doubt whatever this is has been found early and will be resolved soon. God bless you and...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 07-03-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,857
Posted By BarkAvenue
I read your post and as I write this my eyes are...

I read your post and as I write this my eyes are filled with tears as I know your pain and loss....In spring of 09 after almost 18 years our little black Pom, Ned, went to heaven. He was diabetic for...
Forum: Just Conversation 07-01-2011, 12:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,749
Posted By BarkAvenue
We have a group of homeless vets that have an...

We have a group of homeless vets that have an area near by our Walmart store here and collect pop cans and bottles (here in Oregon .5 cents each) so people are good about bringing them.
Every...
Forum: Just Conversation 06-26-2011, 10:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,749
Posted By BarkAvenue
God bless you for following your heart. I helped...

God bless you for following your heart. I helped a homeless lady and her dog in March, met them inside a Fred Meyer store in Bend, Oregon. Long story but suffice to say I followed my heart and my...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 06-21-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,422
Posted By BarkAvenue
We travel from Oregon to Gardnerville, Nevada...

We travel from Oregon to Gardnerville, Nevada many times during the year and cross "the border" just before Alturas CA....the check point has gotten very interesting over the years, here was our last...
Forum: Toads and Motorhome Related Towing 06-16-2011, 03:05 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 12,867
Posted By BarkAvenue
We had this system installed just after we...

We had this system installed just after we purchased our coach in February. Had air brake system on our two prior DP's and loved them.
This system is great and like you feel was best investment ever.
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-16-2011, 10:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,232
Posted By BarkAvenue
Totally agree with JohnLori, we live in Bend and...

Totally agree with JohnLori, we live in Bend and central Oregon is amazing place to visit and explore.
Bring your toad you will be glad you did.
Smith Rock State Park, Deschutes Brewery, High...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 06-15-2011, 12:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,494
Posted By BarkAvenue
Will share info about what our experience has...

Will share info about what our experience has been, you may find it helpful.
In Feb 2011 we purchased Allegro Open Road 34TGA 2011, believe it about the same floor plan etc except you have bunk...
Forum: Workhorse and Chevrolet Chassis Motorhome Forum 06-10-2011, 11:35 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 22,902
Posted By BarkAvenue
Will try to be short and sweet. We purchased 2006...

Will try to be short and sweet. We purchased 2006 Monaco Dynasty decided to opt for Premium warranty. Read all fine print etc, thought was great insurance. Cummins engine blew was about $6000.00...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 06-06-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,061
Posted By BarkAvenue
We live Deschutes Co (Bend,Oregon) purchased 2011...

We live Deschutes Co (Bend,Oregon) purchased 2011 Allegro in February transferred our Oregon Trail plates from our Monaco Dynasty to new one, entire cost was $351.00 but for two years. Seemed...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 06-05-2011, 06:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,915
Posted By BarkAvenue
We purchased the exact motorhome February of this...

We purchased the exact motorhome February of this year. We are currently on our maiden voyge after a LONG winter in central Oregon.
I could say we "downgraded" from a Monaco 40 foot DP quad slide...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-30-2011, 02:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,018
Posted By BarkAvenue
Stayed there over the years about four times. ...

Stayed there over the years about four times.
Very convenient to Bryce Canyon. We parked in the back
for the big riggs. Make sure and check all the set ups,
electric, sewer, water etc before you...
Forum: Navigation, Routes & Roads 05-29-2011, 10:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,285
Posted By BarkAvenue
We live in Bend, Oregon and travel to Yellowstone...

We live in Bend, Oregon and travel to Yellowstone yearly.

first of all a great book to have for reference is
Mountain Directory West.....its a travel reference book and will give you great...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 05-29-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,857
Posted By BarkAvenue
One 4 year old (puppy mill rescue) Pomeranian. ...

One 4 year old (puppy mill rescue) Pomeranian.
Two cats, one is 19 years old and one is 12.
All are good travelers, each has their own spot
when we travel.
Cannot imagine travel without them....
Forum: Fleetwood Owner's Forum 05-27-2011, 10:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,681
Posted By BarkAvenue
Just a thought. Michael Hohl RV 4455 S....

Just a thought.
Michael Hohl RV
4455 S. Carson St
Carson City, Nv
775-885-1777 (Service Dept)
I believe they are Fleetwood dealer, you may give their service dept a call and ask them over the...
Forum: RV'ing with Pets 05-27-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 440
Views: 56,273
Posted By BarkAvenue
19 years ago we were adopted by a "show up"...

19 years ago we were adopted by a "show up" little black Pomeranian.
We live in the woods and he chose our house to show up at.....my husband said they have maps to our house.
After 18 wonderful...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-26-2011, 10:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,912
Posted By BarkAvenue
Agree with previous posters, use...

Agree with previous posters, use www.campgroundreviews.com (https://www.campgroundreviews.com)
Do homework/research prior to our trips and make notes about campgrounds, rv parks along our routes.
Costs,...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-23-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 11,174
Posted By BarkAvenue
You are traveling my absolute favorite Highway,...

You are traveling my absolute favorite Highway, know 395 well. My kids live right off of it literally in Gardnerville, Nevada. Its an amazing route and could be a week long trip in itself.
First of...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-20-2011, 09:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,099
Posted By BarkAvenue
We love Yellowstone, went last fall for two weeks...

We love Yellowstone, went last fall for two weeks and planning our next triip this Sept for another two weeks.
A couple great sources of information are the following:
"Yellowstone Treasures" by...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-18-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,577
Posted By BarkAvenue
We live in the woods in central Oregon about a...

We live in the woods in central Oregon about a mile from some train tracks and we get freight trains about three to five times daily. It may be old fashion but I never get tired of the train or...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 05-13-2011, 09:53 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,078
Posted By BarkAvenue
Started about ten years ago with a gas 34 footer....

Started about ten years ago with a gas 34 footer. Decided when husband going to retire to go to 40 foot DP. In 8 year period of time we had two beautiful Monaco 40 foot DP's. loved them and lots of...
Forum: New Rig Show-Off! 05-05-2011, 09:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,510
Posted By BarkAvenue
How exciting! congratulation. any idea of where...

How exciting! congratulation.
any idea of where in Oregon you might land???
Forum: Just Conversation 05-05-2011, 08:18 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,671
Posted By BarkAvenue
After two 40 foot Monaco DP, quad slides we...

After two 40 foot Monaco DP, quad slides we downsized February 2011 to a brand new (our first) 2011 Allegro Open Road 34TGA. Best move we ever made, amazing coach and meets our every need and then...
Forum: Just Conversation 05-03-2011, 12:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,773
Posted By BarkAvenue
How ever many you can love and how ever many have...

How ever many you can love and how ever many have their own spots in the RV! We met a couple that traveled with seven amazing Great Pyreneese and were very well tended to and their coach very...
Forum: Camping Locations, Plans & Trip Reports 05-01-2011, 06:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,766
Posted By BarkAvenue
We have stayed three times at the Virginian right...

We have stayed three times at the Virginian right in Jackson, last time was about six years ago and will not stay there again. Its rather the only game in town, overly priced (in my opinion) and VERY...
Forum: Tiffin Owner's Forum 04-28-2011, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,097
Posted By BarkAvenue
Tornadoes in Alabama

With all the news of Alabama and a lot of the south, got me to thinking if all the wonderful folks at Tiffin Motorhomes in Red Bay, and if they had been affected by the tornadoes.
I sent Stephanie...
Forum: MH-General Discussions & Problems 04-20-2011, 05:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,021
Posted By BarkAvenue
green-hornet How exciting. You will love...

green-hornet
How exciting. You will love Prescott! own second home there and spend most of the summer, incrediable little Arizona town and people are so friendly. Great time to be heading there and...
Forum: Class A Motorhome Discussions 04-20-2011, 04:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,017
Posted By BarkAvenue
We live on an acre in the woods in central Oregon...

We live on an acre in the woods in central Oregon and can have some pretty harsh winters. We park our motorhome next to our large garage, plugged in and heated.
We had a custom cover made for it, so...
Forum: Monaco Owner's Forum 04-16-2011, 03:02 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 563,864
Posted By BarkAvenue
Previously owned two wonderful Monaco's. Dynasty...

Previously owned two wonderful Monaco's. Dynasty and Diplomat
Best place we have found, great service and expertise.
Coach Masters of Bend
20472 Brandis Court
Bend, Oregon
541-330-6863
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