This year's trip -

[Dave W]

I forgot how much preparation we need to do for a lengthy trip - phew!

We haven't done much traveling for a couple of years since my wife had an undiagnosed health problem. Finally, she has found a doctor that has figured out what she needs to do - and things now seem to be under control. OK, with that said, the day after Labor Day, off we go to see if we can reduce the amount of lobsters and other seafood delicacies exported from Maine.


The 5ers weight reduction of unnecessary things, the grocery shopping and preparation of both the tow vehicle and 5er have about worn us out. I put the B&W hitch in the truck yesterday (when did that 2 piece hitch get THAT heavy) along with the spare tire (OMG, that tire and wheel got ponderous). Got the tires checked, a fresh wax on the nose and sides (good grief it got filthy). I still need to check wheel, U-bolt and hanger bolt torque.


We will be touring much of Maine, including several days each at Acadia NP and the Booth Bay area but may get into New Brunswick if the urge hits us. We both enjoy walking the beach at the Bay of Fundy and Hopewell Rocks and there are some decent CGs nearby. We might even make another pilgrimage to the massive LL Bean store in Freeport. We seldom spend many dollars there, but it is a fun day.