Word of the Day; Been Busy; Scotty; New Toy


I learned a new word today and I think it’s absolutely hilarious. The word? “Touron”. It is a combination of “tourist” and “moron”. It was used to describe the asshats (another favorite term…) who think they can just walk up and pose for vanity shots for IG with the wild animals in Yellowstone. So damn … Continue reading Word of the Day; Been Busy; Scotty; New Toy

Trailer and Towing Stuff


I posted on here a few weeks ago about really liking the usefulness of the rear cameras on my truck and trailer. They serve different purposes; the truck camera is for hitching my trailer, and has made seeing what’s behind me while backing up a whole lot easier. The trailer camera I use while towing … Continue reading Trailer and Towing Stuff

A Few Thoughts on Trailer Life


After the weather calmed down on Friday at Crowder, I was able to sit outside with the dogs and ponder. Ahh…outdoors. It does do so much good for the soul. As I was sitting there I started thinking about my Scotty Hilander trailer. I looked at my new trailer, thinking about the huge difference between … Continue reading A Few Thoughts on Trailer Life

April 28th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO


It was a sleepless night last night, brought on by frequent thunder & lightning. The dogs slept through it but I sure couldn’t. I got the dogs taken care of and then started putting a few things away to leave. Dave came over for an espresso so we talked over coffee. He left for breakfast … Continue reading April 28th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO

April 27th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO


What happens when you don’t believe in science… Day two and we have some sunshine today. After a couple of espressos I got the dogs out for a strut. Time for a trip to Jamesport for some Amish baked goods. Drive with caution! Jamesport, MO Oh, the excitement! I looked around town and met up … Continue reading April 27th, 2024 – Crowder State Park, Trenton, MO