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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 02 2017 : 12:55:27 PM
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My daughter, Robin . . .aka "Birdie" . . .and I were able to enjoy a week of glamping at Priest Gulch Campground June 14-21. It is a privately owned campground about 35 miles up the Dolores River From Dolores, Colorado (I live 5 miles out of Dolores). There are about 4 tent sites, the rest are full hookup sites with a variety of size, shade, etc. The river runs through the middle and we like being on the "mountain" side with a site by the river
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There are a lot of "snowbirds" there who have big, fancy RVs and are there for the entire summer. But many are like us, just coming for short visits.
It has lots of amenities and that is one reason why we chose it again. We had been tent glamping there five years ago and were able to have an RV site with permission. Our glamping set up is NOT the typical sights seen there.
I had titled my thread from last year Fourteen Campfires Later too but this one is for 2017. And, yes, fourteen campfires . . every morning and every evening. They were easier here because the firewood was free, it was drier and in small pieces including some kindling size pieces.I didn't have to work so hard at using the right size piece at the right time in the fire.
Our site was right on the river, which was running high and fast, still roily (still snow melt run off from the high country). It was a constant rushing sound and we were just pondering how many ba-zillion gallons of water went by during the week we were there. This river is the source for all water in our part of the world!!
I have a few more pics I'll be sharing, so check back later.
Thanks for looking!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
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Edited by - ceejay48 on Jul 02 2017 5:14:46 PM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2017 : 09:20:02 AM
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Luv it!
Yes...post more pics....
Thr river view is spectacular!
lucky you and birdie and bramble.....
I am going to RSVP my spot on the Spokane River for next June (farm chick weekend).... I miss glamping there.... only this time, after being absent for 4 years... and hosting for 6 years.... I am going to be a guest and not a host!.. Whoot Whoot!
my 3rd trailer (71 aristocrat) is on my daughters property so I am set to go.... now I just have to wait till September to RSVP ...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17023 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
6685 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2017 : 8:37:09 PM
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How fun CJ! Your set up is pure joy! Sounds like you guys had a blast. That is a very beautiful view. I wouldn't mind seeing that for a week!
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
Posted - Jul 04 2017 : 09:53:12 AM
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My girls, daughter Robin . . . aka "Birdie". . . and sweet doggie, Bramble.
You can see how high the river was running in this first picture
Robin planned all the meals and did all the cooking. She's amazing!
Bramble, taking a little break on the rugs under the canopy. She's the BEST glamping dog!
Yes, I do have some more pics to share so come on back!
Thanks for letting me share!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Jul 04 2017 10:00:18 AM |
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
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Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
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Posted - Jul 04 2017 : 8:49:21 PM
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CJ, thanks for sharing your glamping pics! Looks like a wonderful time! Bramble sure looks great too!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 05 2017 : 10:16:08 AM
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Hey Cj... love Bramble's sweet face.... it's been what, 6-7 years since I last saw her?
Btw... how you feeling? Is that cold still lingering?
I told Juli I can't make Girl Camp this year... really bummed :>(
Happy Trails...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
Posted - Jul 05 2017 : 12:04:47 PM
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Hi Gracie . . . it was June 2013 when we saw you at Riverside, so 4 years ago.
This cold has REALLY KNOCKED me for a loop! The body wracking, gut wrenching hacking cough is EXHAUSTING. I think I'm on the downside of it now. Poor hubby, however, seems to have gotten the bug too . . .dang it.
I think Girl Camp would be such a treat . . . so very far away for me! Sorry you missed it!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Jul 05 2017 12:28:05 PM |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
Posted - Jul 05 2017 : 12:58:38 PM
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A chandelier I reporsued. Turned it upside down, removed cord and hanger. Painted it and then used some painted napkin rings, beads and lace to dress it up. Us the small solar lights in it. We tied it with ribbon up in the center of the EZ-Up canopy to the frame. We then just took off the solar tops, put them in the sun to charge during the day and replaced them in the evening for "night light". We also string mini-lights all around the inside of the canopy . . . really like the light it provides and nice comfy glow at night!
CJ
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..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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NikisMom
True Blue Farmgirl
140 Posts
Julie
Framingham
MA
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Posted - Jul 05 2017 : 6:32:10 PM
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
Posted - Jul 06 2017 : 1:23:27 PM
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This campsite has a really nice bath house but it WAY THE HECKC down the way. We wanted to have a night time loo available so we didn't have to hike all they way there in the night. Last year we bought this shower/loo tent which works well for both. Decided to set it up here for a loo . . . and lace it up a bit. Glad we had it!
CJ
The pit for campfire was not too far away so when we were sitting by the fire, Bramble like to lay on the soft rug we put down in front.
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Jul 06 2017 1:24:46 PM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 07 2017 : 10:40:00 AM
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I like the idea of the 'privacy' cabana....
one question,, if you are in it at night, with a lantern,, can folks outside see your image/shadow?
I know it's dumb to ask.. but.... lol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
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Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Jul 07 2017 : 7:26:14 PM
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CJ, I love your camper and set up. You have done a terrific job glamping it up! Such fun to share it with your daughter. Bramble looks so comfy! Hope you get more chances to camp this summer and fall.
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2017 : 7:59:25 PM
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Gracie,
We've never used a lantern/flashlight in the "loo" tent, so I don't know. I have thought about that and my guess is that, yes, they probably would. We did put solar lights outside at both sides of the door. We also have solar lights around other parts of the campsite so it wasn't too dark. We could use a flashlight to find our way but didn't find it necessary this time.
By the way, the starry sky was AMAZING . . . JUST AMAZING! I don't have a camera capable of capturing that but Robin and I just stood there in AWE! Our Creator is AWESOME!!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
my aprons - http://www.facebook.com/FarmFreshAprons
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Red Tractor Girl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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Posted - Jul 10 2017 : 10:37:20 AM
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Wow, CeeJay, what a gorgeous camp site you and Robin enjoyed!! It sounds like so much fun and the scenery was fantastic. Your camper is so cute with all of it's accessories and decorations. It is luxury camping for sure. I also like your idea of a close by Loo for convenience in the night or if it rained. So happy that you had a wonderful week and enjoyed yourselves! Thanks for the great photos too!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 11 2017 : 08:21:58 AM
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Ok... quick funny story about glamping and showering....
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A bunch of us gals were glamping at the V6 Ranch out in Colinga, CA....
Out in open pastures .... one of the gals bought and brought a 'privy ' tent... hooked up the gallon water bladder so the sun could heat up the water for the shower... well as she was attempting to shower the winds started to kick up.. so 3 of us ran over to hold the tent from blowing away...needless to say.... there was a 'full moon rising" if you get my drift... it truly was a comedy of errors!!!... but at least it was just us gals...and later that evening around the campfire and a glass of wine... we laughed so hard that we nearly piddled in our panties!
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Moral of the story ... don't shower on a windy day!...or the cows will fall over laughing...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Edited by - katmom on Jul 11 2017 08:24:07 AM |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13564 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13564 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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