Trip/tires and rude campers

[Wolverine 1945]

Originally Posted by Wobbles

Reading this thread makes me want start carrying a few gravel rakes in the TT.

Would you position them so that if a intruder would step on one,,,
And the handle would pop up and hit them in the head ???

[Iwritecode]

I would caution those that use their dogs as a deterrent for people walking through your sites. I don't know if the laws are different between states/cities/counties/etc... but I was once told that if someone were to walk through my site and were injured by my dog, I would be the one responsible. Even if my dog was properly leashed and the incident occurred on my site.

[MaineCampingFan]

Originally Posted by Semperfi24

I could try posting the dog as a deterrent, but hes a 6 lb Chihuahua. I don't think he has the intimidating presence that he thinks he has, lol.

It's all about attitude and appearance. Gotta watch out for the small, nimble ones

[MaineCampingFan]

Originally Posted by timothy clancy

Put on 4 new tires from discount tires load range e in anticipation of our trip the next day to cape hatters nc witch is over 500 miles and 9.5 hrs . Gone is the sway from passing trucks . During out trip their and home we never even had one bad sway issue from any trucks or wind.
Clancy vibe272bhs

This really caught my eye, wouldn't have thought that would make a difference. Any idea why?
Would be interesting to hear from others that have opinion on this.

[Briorick]

Originally Posted by Harleydriven

It's sad, tents should have there own area. More sad these types of reports are becoming more frequent. Makes our decision in our case to frequent class A only resorts , they just don't tolerate the untoleratable .

I have to disagree with you on this comment. In our camping travels we have found that more Tent Campers are by far friendlier than some of the TT/ MH goers. They seem more modest and friendlier, not out trying to outdo each other with their toys. Maybe "camping classes" do stick together, which is okay too. I hope I never forget where I started out from. I enjoy seeing the diversity in the CG's.

Now with that said, We, too, have friends that are tent campers and camp with us, as this is what they can afford. We have great time. Set up on the same site. Wouldn't have it any other way. But, we are respectful and OLDER too.

Although, I will agree with the lack of respect and common decency / courtesy these days from the past couple generations. Something got lost along the way.

Oh, and usually we don't have any passer-throughs thanks to our dog. But if people ask to meet her, She, of course, is all too willing for a good petting. She loves attention and "cookies".

[smittyams]

Originally Posted by Iwritecode

I would caution those that use their dogs as a deterrent for people walking through your sites. I don't know if the laws are different between states/cities/counties/etc... but I was once told that if someone were to walk through my site and were injured by my dog, I would be the one responsible. Even if my dog was properly leashed and the incident occurred on my site.

You have to read the laws very carefully. Some states you will be liable but others it will be there fault for trespassing on your site.

[Oaklevel]

Originally Posted by Iwritecode

I would caution those that use their dogs as a deterrent for people walking through your sites. I don't know if the laws are different between states/cities/counties/etc... but I was once told that if someone were to walk through my site and were injured by my dog, I would be the one responsible. Even if my dog was properly leashed and the incident occurred on my site.

Most of us that have big dogs that may be the deterrent...... but the truth is they would probably for the most part lick you to death not bite.

I get tied of other campers putting their faces in my dogs face to get her to "kiss" lick them...... happens every time......

[DreiHunde]

Originally Posted by smittyams

You have to read the laws very carefully. Some states you will be liable but others it will be there fault for trespassing on your site.

Correct. Plus my kids are never outside without one of us....and we are the real "deterrent/enforcement" I'll only ask once that they not cut thru. After that.....well, as they say. Game on.

[smittyams]

I'm glad to see some people haven't gotten away from parenting. As for the dog side, I have 2 dogs (both my baby girls) that if we show any signs of sadness they charge in and give you kisses until you cheer up. Neither one has a mean bone in there body. One has a hard tail, but that's a story for another campfire.

[Wolverine 1945]

Originally Posted by Oaklevel

Most of us that have big dogs that may be the deterrent...... but the truth is they would probably for the most part lick you to death not bite.

I get tied of other campers putting their faces in my dogs face to get her to "kiss" lick them...... happens every time......

I am guessing they do not know where that dog's tong was just minutes before ???

[DreiHunde]

Originally Posted by Wolverine 1945

I am guessing they do not know where that dog's tong was just minutes before ???

And THAT! is why I don't let any dog lick me!

[rmac04401]

Two weekend ago I was camping at state park and there were a bunch of 20 somethings who rented two cabins. Quiet hours are 9 pm to 8 am. At 10:45 I walked over by the wash house and got a brochure that gave all the rules of the park including quiet hours. I approached their roudy obnoxious fire gathering and passed them the brochure and said you may want to read this it is way past quiet hours. Never heard a peep after that.

I have no problem with someone out around the fire talking normal but when they are running around very loud and obnoxious I have a problem. I usually do not say anything until 10:45 or 11 since I am up till then.

I don't think people have spacial awareness and know how their actions and noise effects other people.

At least in PA state parks the park ranger is only a phone call away and they will enforce etiquette or the offenders will be sent packing.

[Wolverine 1945]

We had a different situation in a RV park in KY a couple of weeks ago,,, it was very quite at night,,, but the park had street light about every 3rd camp site,,, it was like trying to sleep in the day time !!! Not for me !!!

[kcmusa]

Originally Posted by DreiHunde

We don't have a problem with people cutting thru....not sure why....

I would be coming up to play with them.

[DreiHunde]

Originally Posted by kcmusa

I would be coming up to play with them.

Please do! Be warned though they are "attention hounds" and all about belly rubs!!

[DreiHunde]

Originally Posted by Wolverine 1945

We had a different situation in a RV park in KY a couple of weeks ago,,, it was very quite at night,,, but the park had street light about every 3rd camp site,,, it was like trying to sleep in the day time !!! Not for me !!!

There is a local campground that did the same thing and we quit going. Shame too because it is a nice park on the intercoastal waterway, but now it's lit up like the Walmart parking lot.

[CaptnJohn]

Originally Posted by DreiHunde

There is a local campground that did the same thing and we quit going. Shame too because it is a nice park on the intercoastal waterway, but now it's lit up like the Walmart parking lot.

Not a problem ~~ actually like it when I take the dogs out late. Mostly because when I pull the shades it is nearly dark even in the daylight.

[DreiHunde]

Originally Posted by CaptnJohn

Not a problem ~~ actually like it when I take the dogs out late. Mostly because when I pull the shades it is nearly dark even in the daylight.

Different strokes for different folks
I love sitting outside, enjoy the night sky, and just sit in the calm that tends to happen in the dark. And You dont see many stars with light pollution

[smittyams]

When we go camping, I just want the glow of the campfire. I miss it dearly when stuck in the city working. Soon I'll be enjoying that oh so wonderful glow more.

[Oaklevel]

Originally Posted by Wolverine 1945

I am guessing they do not know where that dog's tong was just minutes before ???

Actually I feel I need to wash the dogs mouth out after licking the people