Trip Log Part 1
McChord Air Force Base Holiday Camp
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| Entrance to forested McChord AFB Holiday Camp. |
It's been a dream to go to sports events and not stay in hotels. It isn't the cost, we just like having our own space.
Our first trip is to Oregon State and the University of Oregon for women's softball. We don't have to rush, so we decided to take two days to reach our first game.
On the way we returned to one of our favourite stops from that first trip, McChord Air Force Base's Holiday Camp. It's restricted to active and retired military and DoD personnel. If you qualify, we highly recommend it. I called ahead and we got the same spot as before, #24. It's in the Upper Loop where the trees are the thickest and the sites the most private. Reservations are recommended for summer. Visit their website for details.
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| Site #24 at McChord AFB Holiday Camp. |
We parked and hooked up to utilities. There's water, electric and power at 37 RV sites. There are additional dry or tent camping spots. Nightly costs are $28 for 50 amp, $25 for 30, $15 for dry and $12 for tents. There are restrooms, showers, laundry, a dump, playground, picnic area and a walking/jogging trail that goes all the way around the airport runway. That's a long way. We did just a portion. When the C-17s are flying, it's really interesting.
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| Our bedroom slide out. |
The Commissary and BX are a great place to provision your rig. They have plenty RV parking in their largenlots. We did that rather than hauling fresh food down to the storage yard.
We enjoyed our two relaxing days and got to know our new RV a little better. My guess is this might become our first and last stop for many trips that involve driving on I-5.
Sunseeker 2250 Kitchen
As a part of each Trip Log, I'll introduce our new RV. The 2250 is the smallest Sunseeker made by Forest River. The overall length is 24'-4". The interior is two feet less with 180 square feet including the cab. Everything is compact yet feels roomy.
The kitchen is on the right or starboard side. It has excellent storage. I keep dishes in the upper cupboard, cleaning and supplies under the sink, and silverware, pots and pans in drawers. The sink is large with a flip-up counter extension. I bought a large wood cutting board for a moveable working surface.
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| A compact yet complete kitchen. |
There's a microwave, fan, and a three burner propane stove with oven. The refrigerator/freezer is a mid-sized auto-select electric/propane model. There's ample room for fresh food.
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| A mid-sized electric/propane fridge. |
On the opposite wall is a combination closet and pantry. You can choose to use both sides for closet space, but we chose to use the pantry option on the right. The shelves are adjustable and deep. I use plastic bins to make reaching items in the back easier.
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| A closet with a pantry option. |
Living in a float home and boating in a 24' Bayliner has helped us learn techniques for small spaces. Applying what we know to a small Class C RV has been an easy transition.
Do you have an RV? Is it something you would like to try? Let me know what you think. -- Margy
Truly, a home away from home. What better way to travel? Tent camping is fun, but only at certain times of the year. This looks so much more versatile.
ReplyDeleteYes, it give us a lot more flexibility than staying in a hotel. The next trip with be to Seattle for college women's softball. - Margy
DeleteThat is a cute motorhome. There are times I would rather have a motorhome rather than a 5er, mainly for easy overnighting. Like you, we like having our own stuff with us and not living out of suitcase. Have fun with your travels.
ReplyDeleteWe went the motorhome route because backing up for us is a huge challenge. Being able to disconnect once in camp would be a plus though. - Margy
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