Otter Spotter aka Debbie 58 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Okay, okay! I'll take the razzing but, there is something relatively current that I just don't know. I thought I read somewhere that internet is now offered at each site......for free!!Is this true? The info said it was included in the CaTV & no special connection was needed. Uh - wouldn't that be cable hookup requiring a modem? I know I'm not as techno-minded as others but, is it possible that each site is now set up for wi-fi??It's been almost a year since I've camped at the Fort and inquiring minds want to know! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wdwpoohbear...Jennifer 40 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Good question...I would love to know the answer to that one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 It sure as shootin' is free!But yes, you still need to rent their modem to get the wired internet connection.However WiFi is on the way!They've already started the project and reports are they're still working on the WiFi throughout the Fort (also free) but you absolutely can get free wired internet at the Fort. And the places where the paid WiFi was previously available now offer it for free as well.More details here...http://www.fortfiend...wilderness-r238 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Otter Spotter aka Debbie 58 Posted September 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Monique - why did I know YOU would have the answer to this one??? Truly "Manifique"!! Thank you! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 You're very welcome!Oh and I just edited my post a bit to make sure it was completely correct. My fingers were typing faster than my brain (as usual) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 We used the free wi-fi in the 600 loop when we were there 4th of July. I was on site 610 and Bob was on 608. He got a slightly stronger signal than I did. But it got the job done! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 600 seemed to get a decent WiFi signal sooner than most.I've also seen reports that you can also get it in 1100, but haven't gotten any more confirmation.Hey if someone wants a fun project.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicki aka Rebelstand 272 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 We used the free wi-fi in the 600 loop when we were there 4th of July. I was on site 610 and Bob was on 608. He got a slightly stronger signal than I did. But it got the job done!don't you mean you had the free wi-fi because I assure you that you didn't USE it. Because we would have never been so bad had you been watching us momof3kids-Yvonne 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
.....Gary 85 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 It sure as shootin' is free!But yes, you still need to rent their modem to get the wired internet connection.However WiFi is on the way!They've already started the project and reports are they're still working on the WiFi throughout the Fort (also free) but you absolutely can get free wired internet at the Fort. And the places where the paid WiFi was previously available now offer it for free as well.More details here...http://www.fortfiend...wilderness-r238 When we were there in July we didn't have to rent the modem. Just went to the Outpost and gave them our site number and they gave us the whole kit. We brought our wireless router from home and hooked to their modem; Bingo!! instant Wi-Fi. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
YENSIDCAMPER 66 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Great idea to bring your own wireless router Gary! I wish I had thought of that. When were there in April I got a fair wifi signal at site 2023 in my camper. In June I got no wifi in site 1509, but people sat at the bus stop to get it from the Meadows. I did just fine at the pool as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessguy 778 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Wifi has always been, and will always be, free in the 3000 loop. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 When we were there in July we didn't have to rent the modem. Just went to the Outpost and gave them our site number and they gave us the whole kit. We brought our wireless router from home and hooked to their modem; Bingo!! instant Wi-Fi.Sorry -"rent" was the wrong word. "Borrow" would have been more accurate. :)They make you leave a (fairly hefty) deposit, but you get it back when you return it.The lousy thing is that there are only so many modems to go around and when more people start hearing that the connection is now FREE, I'd imagine they're going to be tough to get sometimes.All the more reason they need to hop-to on the WiFi project! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Laura 17 Posted October 10, 2012 Report Share Posted October 10, 2012 We borrowed a kit on our last trip and got charged $125.00 deposit. We got a 99.41 refund on our credit card the day we left after turning it in. I thought we would get a full refund, not sure why the difference. I will call tomorrow and see why the weird amount.-Laura Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Otter Spotter aka Debbie 58 Posted October 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2012 We got the internet cable kit when we were there 2 weeks ago. I didn't get billed anything. They held my cc acct number in case I didn't return the kit - then I'd get billed the $125. But so far - no charge. Do make a note that there is no wi-fi in the 1700 loop yet & they cannot tell you anything when you check in other than "try it and see". Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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stacktester 78 Posted October 10, 2012 Report Share Posted October 10, 2012 We got the internet cable kit when we were there 2 weeks ago. I didn't get billed anything. They held my cc acct number in case I didn't return the kit - then I'd get billed the $125. But so far - no charge. Do make a note that there is no wi-fi in the 1700 loop yet & they cannot tell you anything when you check in other than "try it and see".Oh, so you go to the fort and I don't get a hey we're at the fort ? Google starlight mint cupcakes and then once you see them bake a batch up and take some to Lar and enjoy them together. Jackwagon people won't even give me info. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy and Grandma 739 Posted October 10, 2012 Report Share Posted October 10, 2012 We're getting a decent signal on 119 from the cabins. No sure how far it "spreads" in the loop though. I got the modem when we checked in, but took it back right away since we didn't need it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
devores 382 Posted October 10, 2012 Report Share Posted October 10, 2012 Here is my thread for the areas that have free wifi....http://www.fortfiends.net/forum/topic/7637-war-driving-fort-style/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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