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The Gilded Age brought wealthy northern residents, in search of rest and relaxation, to New England during the summer months. Their "cottages" were actually grand estates.
One example of this affluence in the White Mountains was Lucknow, known as the historic "Castle in the Clouds." Built by Tom and Olive Plant in 1913–1914, this 5,400–acre mountainside estate is set high in the Ossipee Mountain Range overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee.
Plant made his fortune in shoe manufacturing and retired as a millionaire. He then set his focus on creating this New Hampshire estate – eventually covering 6,300 acres. Today, guests may hike more than 85 miles of private trails, picnic or dine at the Carriage House while viewing spectacular Lake Winnipesaukee. The estate is a frequent site for weddings, motor coach tours, group travel and corporate events. |
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The Good, the Bad, and the Baby
This is a story about RVing with dogs and cats, and of course, a baby. It started on the first of February, when I gave birth to a little girl named Rosie. Being my first child, I understand that I am destined to suffer from a wide array of maladies attributed to being a first–time mother. Evidently, women who have already had children take everything in stride. Anyway, while I was staying in the hospital, I had a lot of time to think about what it would be like to live in a motorhome with two large dogs, two bad cats, and a brand new baby. For starters, how would the dogs react to the new baby? I had heard stories about over–protective dogs and didn't want to come home to an emotional hotbed of simmering jealousy and snarling resentment. In addition, our two German Shepherd dogs had virtually no experience with small children – let alone a tiny newborn. Would they accept the baby as a new addition to the family or would they slip into the calm mindset of a patient predator waiting for the chance to make their move? |
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The Spring Shakedown
After each period of non–use, regardless if the RV was winterized, stored in the backyard or kept in a closed garage for three months, each coach must be given a thorough once–over to get it ready for that next trip or for the upcoming camping season. Differing circumstances abound for different RVers, but by and large, every owner must at some point in time, go through the yearly ritual of what is termed the "spring shakedown." |
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WRINKLE–FREE RV Laundry
Are you really tired of wrinkled laundry? If you're like anyone else, you don't like wrinkles in your laundry either. Learn how fulltimer Sandy Jones can wash six pairs denim jeans, or four king–size sheets, or eight polo–type shirts in one load using her the combination washer/dryer in RV and have it all come out wrinkle–free! There are no gadgets, products, or magic involved in getting wrinkle–free laundry from your combo washer/ dryer. It’s all in the "how." "Wrinkle–Free RV Laundry" shows you how and why. |
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By Mark Nemeth
Hi Folks,
I hope you are enjoying this great RVing weather we've been having! I'm looking forward to my trip in June to the Escapees' big rally and birthday bash in Gillette, WY. This will be my first long trip in my newly restored Class C, and I'm really looking forward to it. Maybe I'll see you out there on the road! Remember, keep those questions coming!
Dear Mark,
I have a 1994 Minnie Winnie and have noticed a soft spot in the floor in front of the bath area sink/vanity. While I have some do–it–yourself skills, I want to know just a little about what I am going to get myself into if I peel the carpet back and attempt to repair the floor. I suspect that I can cut the soft or rotted area away and patch a piece of marine plywood in place. Since this may be over the top of a holding tank I was wondering what caused the problem, and is this going to be a simple fix or should I leave the task to a professional?
Thanks,
Paul
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Chicken In A Dutch Oven
The delicate flavor, the economy and the wide variety of ways in which chicken can be served make it a popular dish with campers. The following recipes for chicken make good use of the Dutch oven.
DUTCH ROAST CHICKEN
1 4–pound roasting chicken
¼ cup chicken broth or water
¾ cup cream (or half and half)
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 egg, beaten
Salt and pepper
Preheat Dutch oven over hot coals.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Fasten body and neck cavities with skewers. Heat butter or margarine in oven and brown chicken on all sides, sending with breast–side up.
Add broth (or water) and cream.
Place lid on oven and cover lid with hot coals. Cook for about 1 hour, or until tender. Remove chicken and set aside on platter.
Skim fat from cooking liquid; stir egg into small amount of cooking liquid and blend with remaining liquid in oven. Cook over coals until thickened. Pour gravy over chicken and serve hot.
Serves four to five |
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Injen/AMSOIL Diesel Air Intake Systems
A cool way to boost performance
Cold air intake systems are a well–known way to increase engine horsepower and torque. Basically, they reduce the temperature of intake air by capturing cooler air from outside the hot engine compartment. Cold air is denser than warm, humid air and thus can hold more oxygen for better combustion, resulting in enhanced performance. This translates to more horsepower and torque with the same or decreased fuel consumption.
Aftermarket cold air intake systems also usually have larger diameter intakes compared with stock intakes, so they can take in more air, again providing more oxygen for better combustion. Designing a direct airflow path and providing smoother interior surfaces can help reduce air resistance for increased airflow.
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Road Trip Tips
How to set up and drive with a trailer behind
From the Pages of Camping Life Magazine
For first–timers, towing a trailer can be a real challenge and hover over a vacation like a dark cloud. Even some not–so–newbies to RV camping get cold feet every once in a while, especially when it comes to maneuvers like backing a trailer into a smallish campsite. If you're unfamiliar with trailer towing, don't feel overwhelmed. With a little practice it really isn't that difficult. In fact, with a properly set up trailer and tow vehicle, you'll hardly notice you are towing until you get into tight spaces. Just keep in mind that you are now driving a train that's a lot longer and heavier than it was before.
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The first time we (myself, my wife and 2 daughters) went camping in our first RV everything went well until my wife took a shower and the water started to back–up. The first thing I thought of was to get the plunger out and start plunging but, since it was my first trip, I didn't pack one.
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I'm happy to say that I think this will be an exceptionally interesting issue for all. I know everyone is itching to get out on the road as the weather gets increasingly nicer every day. To help you ready your RV, we have included 'The Spring Shakedown' – an excerpt from 
