How 2020 Changed Things ~ Part 4 Heading West ~ Thursday 6/11/20 ~ The visit with my sisters was much too short but so much was unsettled with the pandemic and I had plans to pick up a motorcycle in Colorado. In most ways I was excited about getting the motorcycle but in other ways …
Stay Flexible: Mother Nature can be unpredictable, especially in the mountains. Be prepared to adjust your plans accordingly if weather conditions take a turn for the worse.
My travel routine this time was far from normal. I kept a “travel kit” on the passenger seat during this time, stocked with a mask, wipes, Lysol, disposable gloves, hand sanitizer, a spare mask and paper towels.
Between March 1 and May 31, 42 states and territories Implemented mandatory stay-at-home orders, and life became increasingly disrupted. However, Washington had yet to issue such orders.
The mini bike races, while competitive, are more about having fun. They’re not as serious as the main races, with many riders dressing up in costumes and enjoying the playful atmosphere.
Being short, under 5’0” and not terribly big or strong the typical ADV bikes aren’t my cup of tea. With that I have learned to create my own.
Have you ever found yourself in a place you hadn’t planned to be, yet ended up enjoying it more than expected?
What is Dispersed Camping? Dispersed camping is the term used for camping in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Typically, it refers to roadside car camping, but also refers to backpacking in undeveloped sites. Dispersed camping means there are no services like trash removal, and amenities such as toilets, tables and fire pits, …
As 2019 was nearing its end, it had been a year full of surprises and exciting new experiences. Having my sister stay with me for a while and deciding to retire were the highlights.
The Pacific Northwest is my home, and after trying to find a better place to live, in the 1980s, I realized there’s no place I’d rather be.