Recent content by Needin'Advice

Sorry, I must need to set some notifications, since I missed most of these responses. Also, thank you to the few that responded privately. I have added a few seats for now, but will still be looking to make some changes down the road as we determine what will work best for the family. Here...

Thank you all for your responses and your advice. I did get the Blue Beast(still working on a name - feel free to offer suggestions) insured today. I spoke to an agent that dealt with Auto Owners and it sounded like there was a possibility there but they were pretty adamant about the state law...

Thank you all for the feedback so far. I have tried the agreed value approach, which is what I want since we all know our vans are worth more than the book value. I am not sure the dollar amount requested is the issue. There seems to be more concern from the insurance companies about the lift...

Well, after quite a few years of wanting, wishing, contemplating and researching, I have finally obtained our family adventure vehicle. I flew across the country and drove it home. All is well…EXCEPT…Insurance(and gas mileage, but that is no surprise). I called around and even looked at some...

Sorry, I didn't see this, but that would have been a bit too much of a detour based on the time I had. Thank you, though. Hopefully, my van will be in Montana this summer to visit my brother!

If all goes well, I will be driving a new to me 2001 E350 from north central Colorado to central/eastern Ohio this weekend. Most of the rear seats and seatbelts have been removed and are not available. I am wondering if anyone is looking to get rid of some that may live along or near my route...

Ropes/Zip line

The Cascades

Campsite & along the hike to the Cascades

Cucumber Picnic Area & The Ohiopyle Falls (Youghiogheny River)

Hello all. I enjoy this forum, just wish it got a bit more traffic. Anyway, most of this site is great for dreaming(for me anyway), but the reality is I don't have the time, resources, know how, or spouse support for giant, wild adventures. But that is ok. I am good with some family car...

Yep

I don't think it is what you have in mind, but I just picked up a pair of crocs swiftwater sandals. I was wanting something for canoing/kayaking but didn't want to spend lot of money. Looked at the chacos, keens and others, but seemed pricey for me to wear (most likely) only when canoeing...

Not an answer to your question, but just wondering where in Ohio have you been living off grid?

Our Plott Hound (mix?), Pippin! First picture is shorty after bringing her home from the shelter. She was about 2-3 months old then. Second one is this past winter at about a year and a half.