ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 25, 2024 12:23:43 GMT -5
Happy campers   |
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Post by Starguy on Apr 25, 2024 12:28:50 GMT -5
Looks like a fun trip. I bet the van is riding a little lower now. Thanks for the trip report.
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Post by rockjunquie on Apr 25, 2024 14:03:21 GMT -5
I know this sounds weird, but I'm really happy for you to be spending this time with your daughter. I sure miss the times I had with my kids and grandkids.  |
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Post by Son Of Beach on Apr 25, 2024 14:39:56 GMT -5
Are you eating Gila Monsters?
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 25, 2024 21:08:12 GMT -5
Looks like a fun trip. I bet the van is riding a little lower now. Thanks for the trip report. My mailman is going to kill me because I'm shipping all of the loot priority mail except the giant porch jasper. |
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 25, 2024 21:11:33 GMT -5
I know this sounds weird, but I'm really happy for you to be spending this time with your daughter. I sure miss the times I had with my kids and grandkids. It has really been a treat. We are close any day, but to share the ups and downs on a trip like this has been priceless. She has really opened up to me and I'm very blessed. Great campfire talks. |
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 25, 2024 21:12:39 GMT -5
Are you eating Gila Monsters? kinda looks that way but alas it's grilled pork tenderloin. 😀 |
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 25, 2024 21:15:35 GMT -5
So due to rain and thunderstorms we skipped buckskin slot canyon hike, but did manage to visit Valley of Fire state park. We are hitting up Lavic in the morning. Super excited.
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 25, 2024 21:24:27 GMT -5
So due to rain and thunderstorms we skipped buckskin slot canyon hike, but did manage to visit Valley of Fire state park. We are hitting up Lavic in the morning. Super excited. Purdy    |
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 26, 2024 20:24:40 GMT -5
So made it to Lavic/Ludlow this morning and was greeted by winds gust to 50 and sand storms you couldn't see the mountains. Reluctantly headed out and then it happened. Two more flat tires. I was not too far out so the spare went on and inflated (somewhat) the other,made it back to Ludlow. Going to limp back in to Barstow with some fix-a-flat and purchase four new tires, as this is an issue I should have already delt with. Maybe my luck will be better with some new tread. I'll keep ya posted. I've met some really cool/nice people so far including today,so maybe it all happens for a reason.
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 27, 2024 19:02:42 GMT -5
New tires YAY!!! So got that bit taken care of and back to Lavic. This place is crazy good. I'll post some rock pics soon. Just saw really long train loaded with tanks,Bradley's, Strikers, Humvees etc. Met a fellow rockhounder out here and he showed me some pics of stuff he's found out here. Mind blowing mossy jasper multi color. Too 😎
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rockbrain
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Post by rockbrain on Apr 27, 2024 22:04:52 GMT -5
I love Lavic Siding. They definitely have some seriously long trains out there. Would be cool to see one with all the war machines.
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 28, 2024 16:39:35 GMT -5
Rock pic,bug pic. Small sample of findings.   |
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 28, 2024 18:37:16 GMT -5
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on Apr 29, 2024 18:03:16 GMT -5
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on May 1, 2024 0:05:52 GMT -5
Goldfield   |
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Post by RWA3006 on May 1, 2024 7:20:51 GMT -5
The Goldfield cemetery is unique in its headstones that portray a colorful past. Just up the road is Tonapah where it's every bit as interesting.
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rockbrain
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Post by rockbrain on May 1, 2024 9:04:40 GMT -5
Looks like you're finding some great rocks and scenery. Glad you're having what sounds like a wonderful trip with your daughters. These memories will be with you forever.
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Post by jasoninsd on May 1, 2024 23:00:34 GMT -5
ronnsrockroundup - LOVING the update pictures along the way! You are definitely NOT having good luck with the tires!
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ronnsrockroundup
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Post by ronnsrockroundup on May 2, 2024 10:57:41 GMT -5
Well, the weather in Oregon is looking exceptionally cold and rainy for the next week so I may have to trim off hounding/camping. I was really surprised at the temps. Maury at 18° Nope! I think I will do Richardsons and China Hollow and then maybe head to Idaho Rocks. Sure wanted to hit Glass, Hampton, and Maury. Maybe a future trip.
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