Isn't it something how a long-time full-time RVer can still feel a lump in their throat when they head north in spring or south in winter! It quite amazes me. It is proof that a camper like that is doing something right.
This summer will be different for me. I have decided not to campground host in Colorado, because the camping situation in that state has become hectic and congested. In fact I will try to avoid the state altogether except for some fringe areas that aren't popular with the masses.
Which is prettier: Idaho or Iowa? Foolish question? Not really. During the fire season you can't really see Idaho -- there is no point in being there. I have decided to avoid the northwestern states during their wildfire season, 15 July -- 30 September. For the first time in many years I am going to the Northwest early in the summer --- like right now!
In late July I will head south and hopefully find some monsoonal rain. The southwestern states are already having fires and smoky air.
This schedule seems counter-intuitive and unnatural to me. But it is time to admit that fire and smoke aren't just secondary considerations.
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In a less populated area which has its advantages and disadvantages. In a Park that I thought would be filled with tourist. However, my impression so far is that there are a lot of 'folks' like me here.