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Plan on heading West

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Re: Plan on heading West

Post by Ozarkridgerunner » Tue Jul 31, 2018 9:10 am

ESquared wrote:It's all fantastic, but Jackson/Tetons and that part of Yellowstone is a must-do. You'll have a great time, no matter where you go or how you do it. But the cautions on the weather are good advice. Depending on how far into the fall season you plan to be there, access can be limited.
Yes sir , we figure a person could drive their selves crazy trying to see and do so much. Want to relax too and enjoy it. My Dad used to Elk hunt out West when I was little and I know how many times in the fall up high they would get snowed in. We just ain't used to that kinda weather ! Person just has to be prepared and little more cautious I can imagine
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Re: Plan on heading West

Post by JEBar » Tue Jul 31, 2018 10:21 am

you are wise to book your cabin as far in advance as is possible .... we travel extensively in our camper and find that for areas with high tourist attractions, its critical to book early .... looking forward to following both your trip prep and the actual trip as well
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Re: Plan on heading West

Post by Ozarkridgerunner » Tue Jul 31, 2018 6:08 pm

JEBar wrote:you are wise to book your cabin as far in advance as is possible .... we travel extensively in our camper and find that for areas with high tourist attractions, its critical to book early .... looking forward to following both your trip prep and the actual trip as well
Thank you sir , I will do that. We are hoping with school started that the fall will be less crowded. Have heard summer time in Yellowstone can get crazy with the crowds and traffic
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Post by ESquared » Tue Jul 31, 2018 8:31 pm

Yeah, just remember: Don't shoot the stove!
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Re: Plan on heading West

Post by Ozarkridgerunner » Tue Jul 31, 2018 9:13 pm

That's right! Those rental cabins require a hefty deposit for damages and such. We will be careful if we have to sling lead at a bear !
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Re: Plan on heading West

Post by RanchRoper » Tue Jul 31, 2018 11:01 pm

Just be aware that you can get snow in Wyoming anytime after August in some areas.
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Post by Mags » Tue Jul 31, 2018 11:37 pm

ESquared wrote:Yeah, just remember: Don't shoot the stove!
Nice, followup :P
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Re: Plan on heading West

Post by Ozarkridgerunner » Wed Aug 01, 2018 7:26 pm

RanchRoper wrote:Just be aware that you can get snow in Wyoming anytime after August in some areas.
Yes sir, we will definitely be in a 4WD and pack some tire chains and winter gear. Us Deep South folks will have to acclimate for sure.
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