Navajo Loop trail Bryce Canyon NP
I am mentally and emotionally ready for moving to Bryce Canyon. Though the physical part requires moving way more stuff than I’d like.
Maybe because I’ve basically been in one place for over a year and in a house much of that time, I’ve spread out. Plus stuff in both the RVs has been interesting. I think mobile makes for easier moving because all my stuff is in one place and I roll with it. I can batten down the truck camper in 10 minutes max. The 5th-wheel usually takes a day to pack because of being parked for six months or more. It’s different this time as I move stuff from the house to either of the RVs. I don’t like all the lifting and carrying but am excited to be back in my own home.
Berta’s daughter and SIL visiting from Oregon last week were also moving ‘stuff’ to keep, sell, donate, toss. That job is not complete yet.
This is the week for moving two RVs. Didn’t sell the 5th-wheel or the slide-in camper. I know it’s crazy for one person to have two RVs but one is my house and the other my glamping toy. Anyone who has lived in RVs for a long time—30 years for me—has probably tried different combinations. They work for a while, things happen, we change our minds. We work our way up in size and often back down. Is there a perfect combination? Maybe temporarily.
Same can be said for anywhere we settle and live for a while. After almost 15 years of at least part-time living here I feel this desire to be gone from Yarnell. I do like this place and have many fond memories but the recent loss of friends has shifted my attachment. For a nice overview of Yarnell check out this video.
Getting all the rigs ready to roll. Two new batteries for the 5th-wheel. Two new tires for the truck. Replaced the windshield I’ve been driving around with a chip and then crack just below my line of sight for a couple years. Heading to remote so taking care of this stuff before I get there. It’s almost four hours to St. George where all things shopping can be done. I am told there are also small grocery stores 10 minutes from the park in Bryce Canyon City, 20 minutes to Tropic, 40 minutes to Panguitch, and 2 1/2 hours to either Cedar City or Kanab.
Same person who towed the 5th-wheel to Yarnell is towing it back to Utah and Bryce where I can pull in the 28th. He’s coming down to Yarnell the 24th and may tow it back to Kanab the same day or stay the night in it and go the next day.
Sunrise at Sunset Crater NM
Wukoki Pueblo Wupatki NM
Sunset from Lone Rock Beach along Lake Powell
The 25th I plan to roll as far as the Sunset Crater area. Then maybe drive the loop through Wupatki National Monument on Friday and stay at Lone Rock Beach that night where I should catch up with Gayle. Then Saturday Kanab at Bill’s. And Sunday morning caravan the two RVs to Bryce.
I’ve never seen the employee RV area at Bryce but am told it is near the corral which isn’t too far a walk to the rim. Not sure what kind of signal I’ll have and am hoping the big booster will get me out in the cyberworld.
I’ll have Sunday to set up and start work Monday with a half day to settle in. After two weeks of training, reading, learning, and exploring I should be able to answer some of the questions visitors will have about Bryce Canyon. Starting off with, it’s really not a canyon at all.
Wall Street
Sure hope you’ll come for a visit this summer. I’ll have a guest room because of moving both RVs.
Any of you RVers have portable catteries? I saw a crate hung outside a window for under $50. Though not sure how it’s mounted. The ideal one was overpriced at $1500 and would have gotten her on the ground but would have been too bulky to move around. Also am looking at cat trees/poles for inside perching and clawing. Sierra doesn’t claw the furniture and I want to keep it that way.
Bye bye Yarnell. Hello Bryce.
A new new adventure begins. Glad you got the logistics figured.
Phone & internet? They do have Internet satellite providers for RV’s, and some are combined with TV, but I’m doubtful that’s of any interest.
Wishing you the best, Gaelyn, in your new job and place.
Thanks. I’ve been told the signal is weak near housing. I have a booster that helped at the North Rim. Not investing in anything else right now and don’t own a TV.
It is amazing how much stuff we end up accumulating. When we downsized to a smaller house it took us months to get rid of things. Moving on is always emotional, it probably will be hard at the start , but also exciting. A new home and a new job for you also, but sounds like it will not take long for you to learn the ropes there. Good luck with the move 🙂
I really try not to collect unnecessary stuff but have gotten rather spread out in the last year. I am SO excited to get back to my Ranger job.
So pleased to see you are back in the swing of it all in Bryce. Wonderful.
Thanks. Feels really good.
Safe trip and good luck from us both. Sure you are going to have a great season and learn so much new ‘stuff’. Wish we were coming down to see you but that is very unlikely!! Take care Diane and Nigel
Thanks. I am more than ready for this. Now to get the moving over with. I am glad you got to see Bryce when you did visit. Hope you are both over that cold stuff.
Oh I am so excited for you Gaelyn and wish I was coming with you. I wish you good luck and happiness in your new job and I shall look forward to reading all about your new venture Take care.
Thanks Rita. I am so ready for this.
Nice that your got your rv’s moved and can settle in there for the summer months doing what you enjoy.
Oh yea, I’m ready.
It’s such an interesting life you lead. I have no desire to travel this way, but I really enjoy yours!!!
I realize my lifestyle is not the norm, but that’s too boring for me.
The two of us are looking forward to connecting with you at Bryce, Gaelyn! I may have missed this along the way…are Berta’s kids selling her place?
Yes, we’ll finally get to meet in real time. The Yarnell properties will be sold eventually.
Glad you will be Safely settled in doing what you Enjoy doing being around Nature.
Thank you. I feel more than ready to get back to it.
I was just at Bryce, cell signal is not a problem.
And there is a Walmart in Panguitch.
I didn’t have signal problems when visiting there either but have been told it can be iffy near where I’ll live. Hopefully, not a problem.
Nice to know there’s a Walmart in Panguitch.
How exciting ! Wishing happiness in your new job and looking forward to reading about your new adventures Gaelyn
Thank you. I’m ready for some new adventures.
Good luck…Change is good.
Thanks. It was time.
You might want to check out the nearby town od Panguitch. We loved it there. They have a covered arena with good local rodeos. Also a couple of good restaurants too.
Thanks. I’ve driven through Panguitch but will explore it more.
Way way over the moon excited for you, Gaelyn! And, selfishly, for us readers as your upcoming posts on the area will be amazing. The best! I’m looking forward to you sharing your perspective and photos with us. I don’t remember…. For internet, do you follow Technomadia’s Cherie and Chris at https://www.rvmobileinternet.com/ ? We’ve been members for almost five years, and they’ve kept us connected/online. Great information!
Thanks. So fun to learn and share a new place. I’ll keep that in mind if the booster doesn’t work.
Really happy for you Gaelyn as you start this next chapter.
Thanks. Keep on truckin’. 😉
So glad this all worked out for you! We’re heading to Prescott this weekend and will think about you as we pass through Yarnell.
Thanks. We only missed by a few days.
I can SO relate to what a job it is to get under way. and.. the name of this game is flexibility! Because the GC looks like over crowding, I’m going to move slowly in that direction. That means that I won’t be at Lone Rock by the 26th, but some time the next week. From there, I’ll come to Bryce. I expect you’ll be busy, but hope we can find time to connect at Bryce.
Once I’m on the road I relax. Will see you at Bryce. Stop by the VC, send a message, whatever works.
Safe travels. We hope to see you the second week if June.
Thanks. Remind when it’s closer. Look forward to seeing you.
So exciting to be moving on at last!!
You better believe it.
Ah, good to hear you’ve got a gig again. It IS good, right? Because I can be bummed out for you – for a minute – if it’s not good!
It IS good! I am more than ready for this.
So excited that you are back in the saddle again. And so looking forward to your reports of your new adventure! Best of luck and best of times!!
Thanks. It feels good to get back to what I love.
Lost the long comment I wrote. Sierra looks ready! Glad you got someone to move the rig !
Sierra definitely knows something is up. Yea, both RVs go to Bryce.
Well, you worked out the logistics very well, it sounds. Exciting new adventure ahead for you and I look forward to reading about it. I hope Sierra enjoys her new lifestyle as well.
Thanks Candace. I am so ready! 5th-wheel just headed to Utah. Me, tomorrow.
I’m excited – you’re going to a very beautiful and scenic area. It’s really one of my favorite parks. Hope all goes well getting there and setting up. Give Sierra a pat from me.
I’m excited too. I want to walk among the rock people. Sierra says purrrrrrrrr.
I hope that you have a good season at your new Park. I also hope that your camp site is decent with a good signal. I am looking forward to some interesting posts.
Thanks. I feel it will be a great season.
I’m so happy for your move! It was time. As I’m late and it’s Sunday evening already, I’m hoping you are home already and that you have some kind of WiFi! Have fun training and learning and teaching.
I am home and do have some WIFI.