tkotitan Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Hello all, I am an on-and off lurker here at TRF. I am from VT but I am doing something interesting this year - I am travelling the USA on an extended road-camping trip for the whole summer. It's kindof like Dreamline, Ghost Rider, and Fly by Night all rolled into one. My trusty blue Jeep Cherokee, vanity plate SNOWDOG is my base of operations. So I am asking people on here if they want to meet up. As an experienced Rush fan I find that all Rush fans I meet are solid, good people. I just turned 30, and though I hang at bars to socialize, I don't really drink any more, but I still play pool and tip for water. I am growing up and part of this journey is to stay positive, and let my spirit grow. Still, it is good to know people in a new town so I am not completely lost. I am looking to find good camp spots, but I may also join a gym like bally's so I can go wherever I wander. When do I start? I already have. I am in Atlantic City as I write this and my next stop is Virginia Beach tomorrow then NC. I want to stay near the ocean for a bit and then cut west through NC with a couple people I want to visit as I make my way to Asheville. A bit about me, my name is Titan, I am a big dude, about 6'4, large framed and more heavy than I care to know, though I wear it well. This past winter my mom passed away at 55 from cancer and the long, cold, dark months had my soda addiction in full swing again. I don't like making excuses, I know a ton about health and have done everything right and felt amazing and I am looking to get in shape fast very soon. I am just kicking a cold with antibiotics this week and then next I will be ready to start hiking and eating right. I guess people like me because I'm smart, but I am just as friendly. I don't think I'm better than anyone because I know things, I am more of a teacher. I taught Tae Kwon Do in my past life, head instructor at age 18 so I am a black belt. I worked for IBM as a software engineer out of college. Used to be more into games like DnD and MtG, but have outgrown them lately, and I rarely touch video games. I keep finding friends who play Settlers of Catan and I love that game. I am a semi-pro astrologer and know a lot about the subject, it is another hobby and interest of mine. My only drug use is: sugar, caffeine, and alcohol, and I rarely drink. My plan is to avoid all of those and eat better very soon. I will be looking for good local organic produce on my journey. I grew up in VT around potheads so I am cool with it, but like my grampa I never smoked anything in my life and don't plan to. This is a spiritual journey. It would be nice to find more cool spirits along the way. I will be hitting most of this country, so lemme know if you wanna hang out when I hit your town. Right now, VA and NC are my targets. I did see Rush last year in NY, not sure if I will be able to make any dates this year, it all depends, I may shoot for austin or new orleans. It's late, so I may have forgotten some things, ask more questions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missionman Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Hitting St. Louis? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarkus406 Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 If on your way back to Vermont you want to hit Fairfield County, Connecticut, feel free! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briremo Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 If you're going to camp, try Ginnie Springs in the Town of High Springs, FL. Gorgeous. A little warm this time of year... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyBlaze Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Camp in Moab, Utah. You won't regret it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMWriter Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 (edited) Have a great road trip! (: Sure to be a great thing. Be sure to get the best of local cuisine -- it's usually fairly healthy, too. If you ever roll through Omaha, NE, let me know. There are a couple other TRFers from here, Beatrice, and Lincoln. Oh, and there's a great, inexpensive campsite about 30 miles outside of Omaha. Two Rivers State Park. Beautiful view of the Platte and nice facilities. There's also Lake of Three Fires state park in southwestern Iowa. Edited May 12, 2011 by CMWriter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good,bad,andrush Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 When you come to Texas, be prepared for the heat! And if you hit Austin this tour I will most likely see you there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILSnwdog Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Wait. I may be coming to your town? I wasn't aware of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
workingcinderellaman Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 QUOTE (JohnnyBlaze @ May 12 2011, 07:11 AM) Camp in Moab, Utah. You won't regret it If you're going to Utah, give me a PM and I can hook you up. So. Utah is the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
workingcinderellaman Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 (edited) QUOTE (CMWriter @ May 12 2011, 07:54 AM) Have a great road trip! (: Sure to be a great thing. Be sure to get the best of local cuisine -- it's usually fairly healthy, too. If you ever roll through Omaha, NE, let me know. There are a couple other TRFers from here, Beatrice, and Lincoln. Oh, and there's a great, inexpensive campsite about 30 miles outside of Omaha. Two Rivers State Park. Beautiful view of the Platte and nice facilities. There's also Lake of Three Fires state park in southwestern Iowa. I've camped there before. (Two Rivers) It is nice. (Bring lots of DEET.) Edited May 12, 2011 by workingcinderellaman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMWriter Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 QUOTE (workingcinderellaman @ May 12 2011, 09:18 AM) QUOTE (CMWriter @ May 12 2011, 07:54 AM) Have a great road trip! (: Sure to be a great thing. Be sure to get the best of local cuisine -- it's usually fairly healthy, too. If you ever roll through Omaha, NE, let me know. There are a couple other TRFers from here, Beatrice, and Lincoln. Oh, and there's a great, inexpensive campsite about 30 miles outside of Omaha. Two Rivers State Park. Beautiful view of the Platte and nice facilities. There's also Lake of Three Fires state park in southwestern Iowa. I've camped there before. (Two Rivers) It is nice. (Bring lots of DEET.) You have? That's awesome! I love it because it's so close. (Since it's so close to the city, if your tent is tangled and you can't get it undone, you can just drive over to the nearest Walmart and get a new one.. Not that my family ever had to do that.. ) Agreed on the bug spray. But that goes for pretty much any of the nice state parks here, since they are by rivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 of the 7 Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 Let me know if you're passing by Syracuse, NY! Speaking of which, where did you see Rush in NY last year? Saw them here last year and Hershey, PA this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkotitan Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 Thanks for all the replies guys! I have a smarty-pants phone now so I don't always get the laptop out to write back on here, but I do check replies! TRF is very colorful and takes too long to load on the phone to use effectively. I def want to hit st louis and austin, but will let people know when I get close. Not sure which way I will return, NY and New England are my stomping grounds that I have escaped! Right now I am resting in High Point, NC getting my ducks in a row. Will check back in soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkotitan Posted June 15, 2011 Author Share Posted June 15, 2011 Ok, I made it to Boulder, CO and I love this weather, I thimk I will stick around. Anyone in that area want to meet up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TullSkull Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 QUOTE (workingcinderellaman @ May 12 2011, 07:16 AM)QUOTE (JohnnyBlaze @ May 12 2011, 07:11 AM) Camp in Moab, Utah. You won't regret it If you're going to Utah, give me a PM and I can hook you up. So. Utah is the best. You best do Moab UT alright, at that point you are just 3 hrs from here, Durango Co, Lot of good camping and lakes and fishing, from Boulder to here is just 6 hrs.... so if you are near Durango let me know... Skully Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowItIs Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 If you're planning on hitting the Seattle area, give me a shout. I have 20 acres you can camp on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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