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They're not but being an ex-Army guy and a fine upstanding Texan, I'm sure that he wouldn't mind covering the costs for the beer.🤨

Middle Fork Campground about 16 miles south/southwest of Buffalo, WY.

Not only can you stop by but you are welcome to join in the fun, hang around, get to know some owners, etc. All you have to do is reserve a site and let Foy and Mirna know you are coming as per their request. Besides, Mike is buying the beer! 🤣 Bill

Now that I think about it I should have been a bit clearer. First, I'm sorry about the vandals. Assuming that your camera was mounted in the "normal" position near the top of the roof, those vandals must of wanted to hurt that camera something bad. Second, I'm sorry about the water inside the camera and that it didn't perform very well in the first place. I really don't know anything about these cameras given that I installed a couple of much cheaper cameras on Twist. Perhaps a call and/or email to Furrion would/could get you some answers and/or help. Good luck! Bill

Duane - So sorry to hear this.😟 Bill

Nice job but I want to know (not meet) the gorilla that uses that 50 pound weight.😁

Presently I assume that the Service Department is a bit short handed since the Manager (Jason) recently had surgery on his right bicep. Bill

Interesting. Do you plan on cutting the Oliver corner radius yourself? How thick are these? Bill

Not until you are buck naked, standing in the shower, and, realize that you forgot to turn the water pump on.😊

I'd add that I've generally found that KOA amenities are amongst the best for that type of campground. However, their prices are also generally right up there at the higher end of the local scale. Bill

OK, I'm in - made reservations this morning. There is/are plenty of space/sites still available. The water is still warm in October and the beach at this Park is very nice. Hope to see a bunch of people (owners and future owners) there. Bill

While there was a bunch of haze due to the fires and some slight eye irritation, I never did actually "smell" any smoke nor did I experience any breathing difficulties. In this regard, there were an unusual number of rainy days for the time of year I was there which should have (and did) helped "cleanse" the air. Due to its great location, Baker's Hole is my favorite camping location in the West Yellowstone area (about 1.5 miles north of town, potable water, decent pit toilets, some very nice camping sites, and numerous streams to fish). There are "bear boxes" for food storage and as the report says, there are numerous signs advising of the presence of bears. I had heard of this bear attack prior to arriving and spoke with several "locals" about it during my stay. The consensus was that the man that was attacked wanted to take pictures of the moose carcass and possibly even the bear that was reported to be feeding upon it. Sad story for both the man and the bear. Interestingly enough this was the first year in awhile that I did not actually see any bear during the trip. Yes, I saw signs of bear activity - fresh bear tracks (both black bear and Griz), freshly clawed logs (a bear looking for bugs) and even three piles of fresh scat - two probably black bear and one griz (still steaming early in the morning) in the middle of Buffalo Fork Valley Road. In addition to bear spray and a firearm I also carry a Garmin Inreach Mini - a satellite based personal locator that's main purpose is for its SOS function that allows help to be sent even in the event of an area having no cell phone service. For the most part, even though everyone should be aware and take appropriate precautions the chances of dangerous wild animal encounters by the "normal" "aware" tourist are fairly remote. But, since I am usually alone and spend a lot of time in the back country away from more populated areas I am aware of the possible dangers (not only from bears, but from moose, bison and other critters) and have taken precautions to include being a Red Cross wilderness first aid instructor and CPR instructor. Even so, there were two instances this year where I made tactical mistakes that I need to improve upon. Getting out of a stream without REALLY looking to see what is or might be on the bank could have resulted in an unpleasant outcome versus only finding a sleeping bull bison. And, when I was startled by a cow moose running through the woods (apparently she was startled too) I didn't keep my eyes on the (potential) target the entire time. Have fun fishing! Certainly I left plenty of fish out there for you to have fun with. And, be safe! Bill Yep, there's a stream down there - Clark's Fork of the Yellowstone.

OK, last pics from this trip. And, just to prove that it was a FISHING trip I've thrown in a cut throat trout fish pic. Bill From the door of the Oliver with about 500 of his friends on the other side of the tree Mountain white fish - about 14 inchesDental exam? This is Pilot Peak which was used by Lewis & Clark as a guide to keep them headed West.

Your charger should be set to automatically keep those batteries in good shape. However, I do not have those new fangled things, so, hopefully, someone with more direct experience will jump in here. Bill

Besides the newspaper it also helps to keep both the fridge and the freezer propped slightly open (as you mentioned).

Sounding like a neat trip. Have you run into any "issues" with the Covid thing during the trip? Bill

Since it is a climate controlled facility I would guess that means that the humidity is controlled. If that is correct then there is no need for the a/c being on. However, until you're sure you could get a tub of "damp-rid" or a small dehumidifier. As far as the fridge is concerned I think your choice depends on how soon you will be using the Ollie again. At a time span of over a month I always shut the fridge off, clean it and wad up several sheets of news paper and put it in the fridge - this prevents odors interestingly enough. Bill

Shame that there was so much haze due to the fires further west.

Yep, the cop still lives there.

That button guard is actually produced by a fellow that is/was a member of this Forum and his Forum name is "Tractors1". You might try a private message (pm) to him. Bill

Oliver's Service for "used Ollies" is no different than it is for "un-used Ollies" and it is just about the only place where you can get that fresh water pickup issue fix right the first time. 1. If the camping area located just outside the Service area is open then that would certainly be the place to stay. If it is not open yet then you could camp at the old Sales Office but tenting is probably not what I'd want to do there or at Meriwether Lewis on the Natchez Trace (they have water available and flush toilets and the sites a fairly well shaded but there is no electric). 2. I don't know about the "general service" but I did just have my wheel bearings serviced and a chassis lube done for about $250. I'm sure that this would also include a good look at the brakes if you ask. 3. Wait time for appointments varies but I would think that something inside of two weeks is certainly possible. 4. I've always had good service at Oliver. The prices are in line with others that I've seen and they really do know Ollies. With regards to #1 above - when you call or open a service ticket be sure to ask about the camping and how long they estimate repairs will take. Even if they don't finish what you want done in a single day I'm sure that they can arrange it so that you will still get your camper back for the night or they will help you make other arrangements. Bill

Indeed, bison can be both fishermen and gentlemen. This guy decided he wanted to cross right in front of where I was fishing and then he came back to "help" Mom and child across? Then, later, a buddy of his was sleeping on the bank. I didn't see this last guy as I was getting out of the stream, but, his snores were loud enough to wake the dead. Unfortunately, I didn't capture the little clouds of dust that came off the ground as he exhaled!

Or, a boondocking spot on Lower Sunshine Reservoir outside of Meeteetse, Wy? If you ever find this spot, make sure that you DO NOT set up your Clam screen tent. The wind can be fierce - don't ask me how I know.

How about a nice quiet Oliver campsite right on the Clark's Fork of the Yellowstone River north of Cody, WY?