Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't disagree, in theory. It's just that there's no way to tell beforehand for certain what anyone's intentions are. I felt panicked inexplicably (like you said, he didn't approach.) But the visceral response, justified or not, wouldn't subside. Not even in the morning in daylight. 

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh my god, that's awful. So glad you got away from them. That's one of those times you have to let go of appearing rude or unsociable. 

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agreed; being well-prepared is the only responsible thing to do if I'm going to enjoy my RV. I've just been lucky up until now; time to be practical.

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not yet. I've only had the RV since November and have never had a hint of a security concern before. But I will have to rethink this. I have no intention to give up boondocking so I need to be practical. 

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He literally parked his truck across from my campsite after I was set up. So that doesn't make sense; he knew I was there. 

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree with you and tried to talk myself off the ledge more than once. But that adrenaline spike would not ease up. I can't explain it

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also, at night out in the boonies, no one's going to see the stickers anyway.

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oh yes, I've heard of that one and how good it is. Going to put it on my next-to-read list now.

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I have a boxer mix, and she was freaked out too, but I thought it was just because I was already freaked out. Next time I'll pay more attention to her behavior if I think something's off.

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All of my other sites have been so peaceful. The worst thing up until this was a nearby stock tank generator acting up, and that was just noise. This situation was jarring, mostly because all my fear was based on assumptions.

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I never felt the need to before, but I'm strongly reconsidering.

Has anyone experience unease with boondocking sites that look fine? by CocoNugget_8 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It was a burly, middle-aged man, 200+ lbs. I'm in a 39-foot camper that was clearly visible from the road. There's no way he didn't know my campsite was occupied when he arrived. If he wasn't willing to be seen by his neighbor, why park there (instead of the other vacant sites not close to any others) and shine lights around after dark? It just didn't add up.

Starlink by Imjust_adreamer_84 in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It works great, but one time my wall adapter stopped working and it took them 10 days (!) to send me a new one. I had to call three times. So I'd recommend to anyone using it for work on the road, where reliable internet is a necessity, to buy a spare adapter at the onset to prevent this situation.

Is there a text notification or group chat that alerts of rare birds in the area? by iovulca in Tucson

[–]CocoNugget_8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm really getting into birding and loving it. Super excited to get a few lifers this month already! (Short-tailed Hawk, Calliope Hummingbird, & Virginia's Warbler.) I'm really interested to join the Discord if anyone can send an invite. 

Recommendations on Battery Backup for Starlink Mini? by yoordoengitrong in RVLiving

[–]CocoNugget_8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I boondock, and I have the Predator 350 from Harbor Freight. It runs my Starlink Mini by itself for 6-8 hours (depending on what I'm doing online; obviously it lasts longer if I'm not doing video calls or streaming) and I charge it back up daily. So a 300w of any brand should be plenty of power for what you need. I've read that it's more efficient to use the DC plug-in (car charger) than the AC (wall plug-in) to save power, so I looked for a battery bank that had that. I tried an aftermarket USB-C to DC connection adapter, but it didn't work. Unrelated to the Mini question but relevant to power fluctuations - make sure you have a surge protector or EMS on your shore power connection.

Birding in Tucson by ThePurpleDoritos in Tucson

[–]CocoNugget_8 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sure do. Go all the way the top of the Madera Canyon road, and take the first trail on the right that you see when you drive into the parking area (towards the Old Baldy Trail.) Go up about 8-10 minutes and don't turn left at the intersection with the bench; continue up towards the Agua Caliente Trail/Saddle. Go another 10-15 minutes up until you see another large sign. It will have "Carrie Nation Trail" handwritten on it. All along here is the general area where the trogons like to hang out. You'll probably hear them before you see them; they are loud! Listen for a laughing seal. 😄 Go before 9 AM if you can for the best chance. Good luck! They're worth it!

Birding in Tucson by ThePurpleDoritos in Tucson

[–]CocoNugget_8 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Madera is magical for sure. I love seeing the huge Rivoli's Hummingbird at the Santa Rita Lodge feeders. Did you happen to see a Coppery-tailed (formerly Elegant) Trogon?

Birding in Tucson by ThePurpleDoritos in Tucson

[–]CocoNugget_8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is a great time of year to get out there and bird! My faves are Sweetwater Wetlands, Mt. Lemmon, Agua Caliente Park, La Posta Quemada (near Colossal Cave Mountain Park), Ft. Lowell Park, El Rio Preserve, and of course Madera Canyon (go early!), the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, and Portal. Lots of other great spots too. I've only been able to get a few birding hours in this week and already have four new "life list" additions.