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The "Chuck Wagon"
ftwildernessrick replied to Starbuc71's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
Hey, that could be our new counter service restaurant. Popcorn for breakfast, nachos for lunch & a hotdog for dinner. -
New Tent
ftwildernessrick replied to ftwildernessrick's topic in Camper Suggestions: from tents to Class A beauties
The basic tent is a little over 13' wide X 22 long. The front awning extension adds another 9'. -
This is one of things I bought since retired. I wanted a large family tent that my girls & their friends could use when they join us while we are traveling. After owning a few of larger tents and researching others available in the US, I decided to look further and decided on the Outwell Florida 8 made in the United Kingdom. They design tents not just for sleeping in, but for living in. It is also closer to being an all season tent. Bear with me, it has been a while since I have posted photos. This is the right side of the tent. The front is to the right. I bought the optional front awnin
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Interesting Fw Review
ftwildernessrick replied to tim5055's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
Many agencies will issue firearms, but also have a list of 'acceptable' fireams, (brands, models, calibers) that the officer can purchase & carry and then they either issue ammunition or have an acceptable list for that also. To me, carrying an issued firearm, which is probably used, is like wearing someone elses underwear. -
OHana's is still my favorite. I did not like it when they went from a grilled to a plain cooked shrimp, but now they are back to the grilled. Cape May is great. LeCellier was one of my favorites, but now you just about can't get in, since they are a 'signature' restaurant. Cinderella's castle is off the list. I don't even consider it a restaurant anymore. I am still pissed off with the diner shows. Hoop Dee Doo had a really bad meal a few years back, the ribs were overcooked to the point of being crunchy & like jerky. Everyone complained, but they were all done like that. They made no offe
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Does Anyone Have The Answer
ftwildernessrick replied to Discamper's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
I think sometimes I would just be happy if they got rid of those useless sink faucets in the comfort stations. It is the little things that annoy me - OK, so the big things also annoy me. :argh: -
May V October
ftwildernessrick replied to Hotmamac aka Misty's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
If I had to choose between the two it would be October, crowds are a little less then and there is always MNSSHP. I know it is harder to wait the extra time. Star Tours is neat, and I am a fan, but I would still opt for October. -
Rope Drop -or- Relax and Enjoy??
ftwildernessrick replied to BradyBzLyn...Mo's topic in WDW and Disney Park Discussions
Most of the time it depends on the time of the year, who is with us, how long we are staying at WDW, operating hours, etc.. But, we usually do the rope drop thing, mostly because we are early risers anyway. I like the short line thing and generally won't wait in a line that is over 20 minutes long. We usually come back for that afternoon nap before heading back out again. Every now & then we will do the late night thing, when MK stays open past midnight, then we will sleep in. -
Best Outdoor Speaker For Camping
ftwildernessrick replied to AuburnJen's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
I use a set like these. http://cgi.ebay.com/Audio-Unlimited-900MHz-Wireless-Indoor-Outdoor-Speakers-/320682446444?pt=Speakers_Subwoofers&hash=item4aaa29ce6c I originally had a set of two, then I bought a set of four to add to them. I use them for when I carry my outdoor theater with me. They can run off of 6 C cell batteries each or they have an a/c adapter for each speaker. Even though they can't 'rock the house' like wired speakers can, I like them for their portability and you can scatter them around where they are needed, one or all six. The batteries seem to last about a dozen movie -
I like the shotgun method to the head. Not only does it kill them, but if done right, it buries the head at the same time.
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A Camping Pet Question
ftwildernessrick replied to ~Kristina~'s topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
Definately crate train him (or her). -
The Pinocchio Village Haus
ftwildernessrick replied to BradyBzLyn...Mo's topic in Dining Reviews and Information
When the had the more 'German' menu, they had these huge hot dog & sausage type hotdogs at MK. You could also get side of German potato salad. They had other stuff of course, but that was what I always got. It was kind of traditional like getting a bowl of clam chowder at Columbia Harbor House. -
Even though we have not at Portabella in a few years, it was very good, superior to Mama Melrose's. I like Fulton's, did it year before last. A bit pricey, but good. But I have to say I wish they would convert the boat back to the Empress Lilly, with it's restaurants. The Steersman's Quarters was my favorite steakhouse type restaurant on the property. Service was second to none. They had a 'gimic' that the water boy would refill your glass, pouring from a pitcher held shoulder high and they would not spill or splash a drop. I prefer the food at T-Rex over Rain Forest. The chicken fried steak c
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Nine Dragons Restaurant in Epcot
ftwildernessrick replied to BradyBzLyn...Mo's topic in Dining Reviews and Information
It used to be one of our favorite places to eat at Epcot, but then they changed the menu, the food quality, etc.. We now get the food served at their counter service and sit back & watch Illuminations. -
It is one of our normal eating places on almost everytrip. I am not fond of Hollywood & Vine anymore now for some years (tried it again last year - yuk!. I know some people like it, but I can't be hitting it at the wrong time all the time). We eat there for lunch though and now I see they have a combined lunch/dinner menu. It is fairly quiet and service is generally good. They have been cutting back on their menu items now for a few years & are really pushing the 'flatbreads' more than various pastas which we like. I have ressies for it on our May trip & I will see how it goes.
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Metal Detectors
ftwildernessrick replied to Just Whipperwhirl's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
True. And definately make sure they are legal to use before using one on any federal land (National Parks, etc). -
What ever happens, it will be interesting to see what rules (new or old) come up & how the rules are enforced. I realize that all are on vacation & we are there to enjoy ourselves, but not at the expense of others. Like Jen says, they used to check everyone's resort ID before you got on the FW boat, but I remember how irate people became if they did not have theirs with them & had to go back for it. And there were those who had some of their id's for their party, but not all, and had to go back to get them. Then they relaxed the rule to one ID per your group, then no ID required at
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Brazil? Really?
ftwildernessrick replied to Roller ... aka Ed's topic in WDW and Disney Park Discussions
If they do open it, can we cut in line like they do with their tour groups? -
Movie Projector Help
ftwildernessrick replied to Disneybride13's topic in General Camping Discussion and Questions
The Mickey screen is about the best on the market. The same company makes one without the Mickey ears, etc., but I like the Mickey. I would advise at least a 1600 lumen projector for general use. The one Jen is looking at is 2600 Lumens, which is nice & will work better with some ambient lighting. You can always put the projector a little closer to the screen if need be, to make it brighter. Also, as she already said, the bulbs on some of the projectors can cost about half the price of the projector. So when researching, either new or used, check on the bulb replacement price & how man -
Disney's Lone Ranger played by Johnny Depp.
ftwildernessrick replied to Lou...'s topic in Disney Entertainment Forum
Some remakes are just getting old. It's like, how many Robin Hoods, King Arthur, etc. can you have., not to mention vampire movies/shows. Some vampires die in the sunlight, some glitter - go figure. And was Johnny Depp a native pirate ? -
It's very busy at WDW?
ftwildernessrick replied to Lou...'s topic in WDW and Disney Park Discussions
Do you have to cut through the lion's cage now to get to work?