Bailey

It was a nice, Allan deemed, “stress free drive”, even with the obligatory wait, wait, wait for the pilot vehicle to take our side down the single lane due to construction 🙂

We are driving through Quartzsite. Lots of folks boondock here but it’s famous as the “Rock Capitol of the World.” An ideal destination for rock-hounds and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Trade, buy, or simply view minerals from all over the world, Quartzsite is a perfect winter destination as the year-round warm weather, monuments, and hiking spots brings together many attractions that Arizona is famous for—even if you’re not into rocks. What’s that in Allan’s hand??

Yuma! The hot season lasts for 3.7 months, from June 1 to September 23, with an average daily high temperature above 99°F. The hottest month of the year in Yuma is July, with an average high of 107°F and low of 83°F.

The cool season lasts for 3.0 months, from November 21 to February 21, with an average daily high temperature below 76°F. The coldest month of the year in Yuma is December, with an average low of 49°F and high of 69°F

Here we are!

Whoops, did a big mistake!!  Yuma by-law does not allow charcoal grills!!  Having been owners for almost a lifetime we continually forget to check the rules.  This may have taught us. Thankfully we broke down and bought a 5qt air fryer from the Target in Yakima. We just couldn’t resist as on line it was $40, while instore $140. What a deal!

Dinner done it’s hot tub time!

We were here the other day but did the “here and there” tour, today’s tour guide Allan will be organized…

There are 52 steps! 🙂

No photo as we couldn’t spot it. Tour guide let us down on this one.

TOUR NOW ENDED! Hope it was enjoyed by all!

Some scenic photos around the lake

Lake Havasu City

Our last hot tub in this glorious tub!

Our day to explore Lake Havasu and London Bridge. Thanks to Shelly for telling us to stop in here, we had no idea!

As seen on the Island Trail, PWC Capital

We’re about 1/2h walk to the bridge.

Why is the London Bridge here? Here’s the interesting story

Locks, locks, locks!! Lover’s Locks: Lovers buy a lock, write their names on it, throw the key in the channel. This means, we will stay together forever!

Wonder how many are still together

The Village beneath the bridge

The current happy, Defender of London Bridge

Bun & a brew time

If we had such a sign it would read!

Today’s delay was the engine error OC55, we’ve been getting. Turns out it’s the engine speed sensor. That replacement caused today’s delay.

So nice to be on our way…

From the time we arrived…

To the time we were connected…

Back in the parking garage cool, empty spots lights show as green, parked as red

Off to dinner

Dinner done we head to our favourite casino, Casino Royale (just learned it is a Best Western, never stayed here just played). Last time we were here in 2019 we won $500. Please don’t let us down

Yahoo! Still our favourite casino!! Helps offset our hotel bills. Sadly the resort doesn’t offer a credit for our 2 no-show nights.

The Islander Resort..

Taking a rest day, quick drive to Safeway for a few essentials then a walk around the park

End of the day, love the hot tub

Today’s drive from Moapa to Lake Havesu is about 3-1/2h, circle check done, head down the street to hook up Bob. Off we go…

Not so FAST… Allan abruptly pulls over saying we’re too hot! The serpentine belt is no longer in one piece, there it is on the ground and fluid is leaking.

First time we had to use our triangles. Allan suited up, with his, free to him from 407 ETR when we got their transponder. At least we are safely off the road.

RECAP of the day

A Winnebago/FB friend, Scott, helped us through many challenges today with his insight. On we go..

606p: (approx 1-1/2 to hook up) we are on our way

933p: Booked a room at Luxor, Las Vegas. We stayed there after we married almost 28 years ago. It was a little nicer then but the food was good

A stressful day comes to an end! Goodnight all!

Sending big love to our DIL!

The very wavy, bumpy road in to Valley of Fire State Park

Day trips, we did the 1/2 day. Stay tuned here comes the pictorial portion

Well deserved “REWARDS” This trail was certainly not easy!

Yes, I took tons of photos, these are the ones I kept

If you are in the area, Valley of Fire State Park is a must see!! Mother Nature is truly magnificent!!

Super happpy we didn’t think Bailey should be with us!

Wendover was good, the KOA was OK, (a gravel parking lot) but boy that wind. When we left at 915a it was -2c. Certainly time to move further south.

We see a few snowy vehicles, don’t want to head where they came from! Keep the snow on the mountains where it looks pretty

We have seen several herds of wild horses. So difficult to get a photo. These are the best I could get. The dark spots are the horses

More snow. The plan was not to see any snow!!

Within a few miles, no more snow. Yahoo!!

Rocky!! We wave to Class A’s, this couple waved back. We have more success waving at Class A’s than Jeeps

The drive in

Whoops just a little bit turtled, fun after a day of driving. Just a little bit scary as I hate to unhook on a hill. While I was securing another place to park Allan had freed Bailey. This BW is on a hill, just happy it isn’t a busy street. Not a repeat for us! A 5ers made it in easily

Our new spot

This is their plan b when you can’t make the dip

My view!

These 2 days have been rather challenging. The wind is relentless with gusts over 60k, the awning toppers are going nuts. I’ve had my fill. I’m hoping the drive tomorrow will take us to better conditions. Also hoping the toppers are still in one piece and that we’ll be able to retract the slides.

This is where Nevada meets Utah. Allan is standing on the border, hanging on to his hat. Oh the wind!! Nevada to the left, Utah the right.

The sky did clear up for a bit, but not the wind. The snow on these mountains was not there when we arrived.