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  1. Are you part of the "painted rocks" movement, if so read this

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    Thank you! It's small. Not much bigger than an egg.

     

    It was the first rock that I painted so I had no idea what I was doing. We got the rocks from the river where they park their camper so I made it for her to put back near where it came from.[emoji6]

     

    My 6 year old is really loving the whole hide and seek part of it and really enjoys painting since there's no rules and no lines to stay in. ☺

     

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  2. Are you part of the "painted rocks" movement, if so read this

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    I created a local rock page and made this cute rock for my mom to keep at her camper in the North Ga mountains. I am NOT an artist so please don't laugh at my poor attempt at an airstream lol! [emoji854][emoji12]

     

    I'm not interested in doing rocks at Disney but I do see it becoming a problem there if they allow it to go on. People have no common sense....1b7d43e3dfc0362d51dd279cb3527b26.jpg

     

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  5. NEW/OLD member back for advice!

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    4 hours ago, BradyBzLyn...Mo said:

    Welcome back Amy!!!

    The one big thing that's changed re: camper rentals is that Disney now has "preferred vendors" - they're listed right on the Disney site. If you're renting from one of them, they should be able to come in and setup for you without any trouble at all. I'd just check with them on the specifics of how that will all work, but I've heard lots of good reports on people's experience with that.

    Golf Carts... outside vendors are no longer allowed to deliver as you've heard.  For those still renting, you typically have to meet them somewhere off site to get/return the cart. Kenny typically allows you to use his trailer/truck (no need to have one of your own), but again check with him in case anything has changed recently.  We've done this a few times now and you're probably looking at an hour-ish for pickup and again for drop off.  For us that's worth the savings, but your mileage may vary.  :)

    Hope you have a terrific trip!!

    Thank you for the information! I just looked and I am not using someone on that list!?! :( Not sure how that works but I know she rents for the Fort all the time...

    I will get in touch with Kenny soon and check out his rates. I hope I can afford a cart but probably not...

    Thank you!

  6. NEW/OLD member back for advice!

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    23 hours ago, ImDownWithDisney said:

    Make FP for the evening and night time at each park. Then go for rope drop and ride what you don't have a FP for. Get out by 10 or 11am and go hang at the pool and camper. Go back when it's cooler for your FP rides. 

    We plan on doing rope drop for every day we are in the parks then taking a break at lunch and go back later. That is a great idea about the fp+. I will definitely do this!!! Thank you!

     

    8 hours ago, PrincessNana said:

    Not sure who you are renting from, but we rented a camper for our kids from Meachams a few years ago and he had a package that included a golf cart. Everything was set up on their site when they arrived. Welcome back and enjoy your vacation!!

     See above for our rental company. My husband is very excited about renting. I don't help pull the camper so it will be awesome for him to share the driving down with me and not be exhausted the day of or day we leave the Fort. I am just so afraid I will forget something since I can't just throw it all in the camper!! ;) Thank you so much!

     

  8. NEW/OLD member back for advice!

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    On 5/30/2017 at 5:02 PM, martindi said:

    A couple of weeks ago I stayed at the Fort for the first time in a rented camper. We have always brought our own camper in the past, but wanted to try out something bigger. The process could not have been easier! We rented from Greenberg and they had the camper hooked up and waiting for us when we arrived about 2:00pm. They set up an outdoor rug, camping chairs, an outdoor fan, and even attached a tablecloth to the picnic table. They got the site # straight from Disney. On check out day we just left the keys on the table and drove away. Greenberg is having a promotion with significantly reduced rates in September, so we have booked another trip for then. I can't wait!

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    We are renting from Dawn at Camper Rental Adventures of De Leon Springs. I am thinking I will add her to my reservation and she can go straight to the site when she gets there in case I haven't arrived yet. I am very pleased with my price and my communication with her. This is just so new for me. I am used to being in control of the camper thing and it's a bit scary. Thank you for your reply! :)

    On 5/30/2017 at 5:16 PM, PghBob said:

    Welcome back.  Yes, it will be hot at WDW during your visit.  You probably have thought of this, but, before you plan which days at the parks, check the weather forecast.  Look for overcast days to go to the parks.  Further, make sure to take days off between park visits.  On the days between park visits, do the pools, ride the monorails, visit the hotels on the mono loop, ride a boat, etc.  Plenty to do, and still manage to keep relatively cool.

    Can't help with rental stuff.

    We only rent a golf cart for a couple of days at the Fort.  We use it for mainly looping, and only then to get to the "far away" sites.  Otherwise, we walk or bus it.  But, we are fortunate that none of us needs mobility assistance (yet!).

    Relax and have fun.  It is the Fort way of doing WDW. 

    We will probably not be able to afford a cart but I am perfectly ok with that. Since it will not be Halloween I won't miss it as much. We are planning on being in 100 or 200 so we are close enough for everything we need and internal bus picks up close by. I love having a cart though but =...$$$ ;) Thank you!!!

     

  9. NEW/OLD member back for advice!

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    41 minutes ago, DisneyVampire said:

    Well welcome back. Don't stress. Take a deep breath.

    Magic bands are just your extended key instead of getting the cards. Just make sure you order them now if you can so you don't get grey. They will come to you a couple of weeks prior tongue trip.

    Some rental companies can go into the fort and set up prior to you arriving. For that I'd call the company and ask since they are all different. They won't have problems getting in if they are saying they are to see you with your last name etc. But like I said... call the rental company.

    As for beating the heat. It's called tons of pool time. Since August is one the hottest times of the months, make sure you stay hydrated. The kids love getting those neck things and putting them in the freezer the night before. I keep a bucket of ice water just for those and rotate a couple. Splash balls also work when you're at the camper. When at the parks... just come back to the fort for some relaxation for lunch and a bit after. The joy of being at the fort.

    I haven't rented from Kenny or any of the others. So I'm not sure how that works. I know the others have good info on that.

    As for tickets... just be careful when you get tickets from outside agencies. Sometimes we have found that they are big scams. I don't want you to lose out there.

    Hope it helps

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    Very helpful! Thank you so much for taking time to respond! I guess my biggest concern is heat. In the past with the AP we felt so much freedom to come and go with many breaks at the Fort in between. Since we are not getting park hoppers I am concerned with being able to take a break during the day and then be able to make it back to that park for the evening. I guess AK park hours will be longer now with Pandora open, and except for maybe Hollywood, the other 2 are open late anyway. We used to take breaks and then just jump over to MK for the evening since it was the easiest from the Fort. I also do not like planning my days around FP+. In 2013 the bands were new and we had FP on them but we were also able to go get paper FP during that time too. Not looking forward to standing in any lines in the heat....

    Thanks again DisneyVampire!

  10. NEW/OLD member back for advice!

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    Hi all! I am a Fiend from wayyyy back. We used to go to the Fort quite often but during the past 6/7 years or so, our life has changed drastically. I am friends with a few Fiends on Facebook so I have kept up with a few of you on there. It has been difficult for me to come here except to lurk every so often. I miss camping, miss my camper, and at times miss our old life.

    We are planning our first WDW and Fort trip in 4 years and I am 3 months away and in a bit of panic mode. We have our site, Preferred loop, August 27th for 2 weeks reserved. We will be renting a camper(already reserved) and driving down from North Ga. Any advice on weather during this time and how to beat the heat? We do not normally come down during the heat...

    Renting is a first for us since we have always brought our own or families camper down. I am a bit nervous about that since it's something I haven't experienced. Not sure how the rental company will setup if they arrive first and how they will get into the Fort at all even if we are already there. Will there be a problem with check in or security? Haven't spoken to my rental company about this at length yet. I am sure she will know more. I am just looking for personal experiences...

    We would love to rent a golf cart again but I am aware that all of that has changed since our last trip. I would love any and all advice from Fiends on this subject. Renting from Disney isn't an option. I have never and will never be able to afford that. Last trip we rented from a Fiend. It was a 3 week stay and the only affordable option for us. My husband will be in touch with him but not sure he is still doing this. We have used Kenny in the past but with a 2 week stay just not sure a cart is in the cards for us. We do have a vehicle capable of towing in a trailer with a cart from Kenny. I just do not know how well this works with the new rules.

    Ticket prices.... :( Not sure what we will do here. Our income is much different now than any trip(anywhere) we have ever taken. In the past we have had AP for several trips, done homeschool days and ordered from UT. AP is NOT happening this time even if we are able to stay for the full 2 weeks. Any advice here? I have priced UT with Mousesavers discount, YES program tickets, and TAW. YES seems the cheapest for the longest stay ticket. Not looking for hopper or water parks.... just want as many days as we can get.

    I have been reading a few threads this morning and I am feeling very.... worried. We love WDW and love the Fort even more. I am seeing so many unmagical posts about the campground and the parks. I love reading any and all opinions. I like honesty and knowing how others vacations have went down good or bad. I would love any advice anyone can give. I am having a hard time planning this trip. I do not want to over plan since we have been a lot in the past 15 years or so but I do have a 6 yo DS who doesn't remember his 1st or 2nd trip in 2012 and 2013. Magicbands were in the testing phase last trip. This is all so overwhelming... It will be myself, husband, daughter and her husband, DS17 and DS6. Yes, my kids are 22, 17, and SIX. Yes, he was a surprise. Yes, I am tired, lol! 

     

    Nice to be back! Love the information this site gives. I steer everyone I can from Facebook pages to this site who are interested in The Fort and camping. A wealth of knowledge here and a bit of Snark to boot! ;)

    ~The Flame(Amy)

     

     

  11. Camper Rentals

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    33 minutes ago, Tri-Circle-D said:

    Welcome back!

    Disney started making RV rental companies pay for the privilege of being listed as approved rental companies.  There are three companies on the official list:

    For more information on RV rentals, be sure to contact the following official vendors:

    Luxurious RV Rentals LLC – (800) 561-8538

    Meacham’s RV Rental – (941) 224-4939

    Moore Camping Rental – (352) 442-6365

    https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/campsites-at-fort-wilderness-resort/services-amenities/

    A few years back, I met William, the owner of Florida Camper Rentals.  He's not on the official list, but you can still rent from him:

    http://www.floridacamperrental.com/

    He's a good hard-working guy.  I've never heard anything bad about his trailers.

    As I understand it, only the official vendors are allowed to come in before you and set up the camper.  Those not on the list have to meet you there after you have already checked in.

    TCD

    Thanks TCD! Good to see you're still hanging around, lol! ;) I keep up with a few other Fiends on Facebook but haven't been around here for a while. I think my husband(Jugman) still lurks occasionally. 

    We have never rented so this is all foreign to me. I have contacted one company for a price but they are not on the list. Not sure I can mention them? I will probably go with them because I am not sure anyone can beat their price.

    I have contacted all of the ones you have mentioned above for a price except Moore. Their website isn't working.

     

  12. Camper Rentals

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    22 minutes ago, DisneyVampire said:

    What are you looking to rent?

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    We will have 4 adults and 2 kids. Would like something with bunk beds for the 2 boys. My daughter and her husband would need a bed and one for my husband and myself. 

    We have a preferred site reserved for 9/1 leaving 9/12. I am not picky except I want a bathroom and a kitchen, lol! I don't have to have the bunks but it would be nice. 

    Thank you for your reply!

    :)

  13. Camper Rentals

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    Hey y'all!

    It's been a few years since I have been on here. No camper and no Disney trip since 2013 so I have avoided all talk of my favorite place on earth in order to keep the sadness away. :(

    I have sent many people to this page for advice and help even though I haven't visited in so long. I still know where to come to get the best advice so here I am!!!

     

    Planning our first trip since Oct/Nov 2013 and looking at renting a camper for the first time. In the past we have had our own or borrowed the in-laws. Can I get some advice for camper rentals or can you steer me to the correct place to post this question?

    Thank you!

    ~Amy

  18. Camper needing a condo

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    I've already talked to Donnie and he is trying to help me out with info he has(forgotten, lol!)

    Anyone on here have experience with renting an off site condo or house near Disney? We are looking at a trip with my parents and sisters family and it has to be very affordable. Going in together is our best option. I know that some areas around Disney are not good places to be and have no experience with staying off site at Disney. Any and all help would be appreciated.

  21. 3 week trip planned and NO CAMPER! HELP?!

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    We borrow my in-laws camper for our trips to the Fort. Just found out that they will be using their camper(for the first time in over 2 years) for the weekend we are supposed to leave. :panic:  I'm not sure I can afford to rent a camper but need suggestions of rentals that deliver to The Fort.

     

    We may shorten the length of the trip now because of rental cost but our dates are Sept. 2-23. We have 2 teenagers and a 3yo, so we

     

    need at least 3 beds. Would prefer bunk beds for the teenagers. Do any of the rental companies give a Fort Fiends discount?

     

    Thank you!

     

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