What we've learned about retiring early, health, technology, RVing and an active lifestyle.
I don’t want to say driving the RV is difficult but you do have to watch for the other guy and so many don’t understand a 36′ RV isn’t an SUV. Consequently, we purchased a dash webcam just in case.
A fire started in the valley, right along side Williams Lake. 4 water bombers, 2 helicopters and a spotter plus ground crew from several departments fought the fire.
From the time we reach the Campground right to the Canada Day weekend it’s a race to get the park and the Stampede site ready. We spend the first couple of days getting ourselves setup. After all, the days can be long and we need a place to eat, clean up and sleep. Were on-site … Read more
We are Della and Mark Boothby. 2024 is our eighth season operating Williams Lake Stampede Campground. We”ll use this facebook page to tell you about goings on at the campground, the Stampede grounds and highlight things to do in the beautiful Cariboo, We’re open with Pre Season Rates This is our first video of the … Read more
Della tells me she had two best days. One was the trip to Idyllwild. Idyllwild is in the mountains south of Palm Desert. The highway has numerous switchbacks. Our guides, the Blackwells recommended we all go in separate vehicles so that no one sat in the back seat. Yes, it was that bad. The town … Read more
Visited a museum showcasing WW2 planes, including a B17 bomber, and pondered the crew’s experiences. Also saw planes from Desert Storm and aircraft under restoration.
After years of anticipation, Della and I finally separate from our friends to experience Disneyland, two hours from Palm Desert, with me navigating the overwhelming LA freeways.
Shopping is a big attraction. It’s not for me but Della and her friends really enjoyed themselves. I found the night market, a concert and a tour of the Palm Desert Air Museum more to my liking.
Staying at Desert Breezes Resort in Desert Springs, we’re enjoying consistent 65-80°F weather, despite an unusual day of heavy rain. The resort offers ample activities with pools, sports facilities, and e-bikes for local exploration, despite harrowing nearby traffic. Accommodations are comfortable and well-supported by staff, complete with amenities such as a kitchen and laundry. The environment is enriched with wildlife sounds and a serene fountain, enhancing our experience.
Traveled from Pocotella, ID to Coachella Valley over three days, through storms and snow, with a rewarding stop for rest.