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naturetechfam
replying to @nightborntravel @nightborntravel @MattsRoadTrip My hubs and son just ate MRE's for dinner tonight. And we are sitting at home! Haha. Guess we don't mind them. š #parkchat
rscottjones
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute Oh man, I struggle to even eat those freeze dried meals during multi-night backpacking trips! #theweightisworthit #parkchat
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A3. We've done all three, and they all have advantages disadvantages. We've made the mistake of staying too far from the park on a couple occasions and spent way too much time on the road driving back and forth every day! #ParkChat
louisbink
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @MattsRoadTrip @YellowstoneNPS @super8 Mr NTF rocking the French Coffee Press - I think I have the same one. #parkchat
mamanobles
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip @BarnetteJason A little of both. Usually breakfast in, pack a lunch and will cook dinner with the occasional dinner out. Always working the budget. #ParkChat
Stars252525
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A6 I don't even plan well at home. We eat out and have snacks on trips. If there is a microwave in the room and no restaurant, sometimes we'll stop at a grocery store along the way, buy some food, and have soup and crackers. #ParkChat
mjn126
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7: Why not both? I prefer both. I love a good scenic drive, with turnouts. I enjoy a good hike. Depends on amount of time available and how badly I want to see one thing vs. another. #ParkChat
naturetechfam
replying to @DonNadeau @DonNadeau @MattsRoadTrip @KOAKampgrounds @GrandTetonNPS One of America's best kept secrets! š #itsallyours #parkchat
Wild_Tribute
RT @MattsRoadTrip: Q7 - Do you like to hike or explore the backcountry while visiting our parks? Or do you prefer scenic drives? What aboutā¦
MattsRoadTrip
replying to @MattsRoadTrip A7. I love hiking and exploring the Backcountry, it's my favorite thing to do in our parks! I do love a good scenic drive, too! Not as much of a fan of guided tours, although I've been on one or two I loved! #ParkChat
RCGibby73
WildWithinHer
replying to @DonNadeau @DonNadeau It has! Fred Harvey's empire eventually became Xanterra (you probably knew that). The lodge has a nice historical display. I'm also a history buff and do the same as you! #ParkChat
Ben_Wanderin
replying to @tthrash @tthrash @MattsRoadTrip This is a welcome trend! I especially like the automatic pancake machines at some hotels. #parkchat
unconpeace
t_jh2009
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs @MattsRoadTrip That's true, I'm blessed in that way. #ParkChat
BarnetteJason
RT @MattsRoadTrip: Q7 - Do you like to hike or explore the backcountry while visiting our parks? Or do you prefer scenic drives? What aboutā¦
theRangerLife
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7. A combination of both, usually an early morning hike followed by a scenic drive #ParkChat
rscottjones
replying to @mamanobles @mamanobles @MattsRoadTrip @BarnetteJason Just booked an AirBnB for an April national parks trip to DC. We're sharing the 2-bedroom rental with another parks questing couple and holy cow, it's cheaper than a Super 8 around the corner. #parkchat
MattsRoadTrip
replying to @Todd_the_Hiker @Todd_the_Hiker That can be a drag. literally! #ParkChat
ParksandPoints
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7) We're more the scenic drive coupled with a nice hike in the middle crowd. #parkchat #travel
KaraDiDomizio
RT @JulesHalvy: @MattsRoadTrip Q5: Cook our own food. Every once in awhile we will eat out, when we are out and about! #ParkChat
KaraDiDomizio
RT @JulesHalvy: @MattsRoadTrip A4: Ditto. Ditto, ditto. You just typed faster than me, Mattš. #AskARanger #ParkChat
MattsRoadTrip
RT @RCGibby73: @MattsRoadTrip A6: Backcountry or Bust! #ParkChat https://t.co/j31pzqoJZF
DonNadeau
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @MattsRoadTrip @KOAKampgrounds @GrandTetonNPS Should we keep it that way? :) #LooseLipsSinkShips #parkchat
carfreerunner
replying to @kristarsha @kristarsha @MattsRoadTrip @VacationRaces When I saw Mt Rushmore on list I drooled at the idea. Darn knee. #parkchat
MattsRoadTrip
replying to @ParksandPoints @ParksandPoints Beautiful! What park is that? #ParkChat
naturetechfam
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip #parkchat A7 we do both. Our sons get restless so then we hike after we do the drives. Esp to waterfalls or where they can sled in winter. Less on the guided tours unless it is w a park ranger and short.
mamanobles
replying to @59NationalParks @59NationalParks @MattsRoadTrip @Wild_Tribute This is a great topic! I love to plan a park trip. #RomeGA #ParkChat
tthrash
replying to @Ben_Wanderin @Ben_Wanderin @MattsRoadTrip I like when the line forms around that griddle, and frees up access to the coffee station, other trays, etc. :) #parkchat
Stars252525
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7 All of the above. We don't do much backcountry truthfully but do shorter hikes because of my asthma. #ParkChat
MattsRoadTrip
replying to @theRangerLife @theRangerLife Sounds pretty fantastic to me. š #ParkChat
ParksandPoints
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip Sssshhhh....the often overlooked Capitol Reef NP! #parkchat
naturetechfam
replying to @DonNadeau @DonNadeau @MattsRoadTrip @KOAKampgrounds @GrandTetonNPS š¤ #parkchat maayyybeeee?.
louisbink
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip a7 - We've enjoyed hiking guides in a few places - At Olympic and Wrangell St. Elias - we learned a bunch of ecology and geology we would have otherwise missed. Obviosuly hikes with Park Rangers can accomplish the same #parkchat
EverybodysNPs
RT @rscottjones: @MattsRoadTrip A6 #parkchat Definitely plan ahead! I like combining fresh and pantry items every day, but YMMV.
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Ben_Wanderin
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7. Weāre not much for crowds, so we hit the backcountry as soon as possible. Guided tours only when necessary, a la Mesa Verde. #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip Iād say we do a mix of the three. Canāt think of a guided tour we took (except the time the Venezuelan military boarded our bus) that we regretted. Such tours are usually excellent. #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7) Now that I have mobility issues I'm regulated to scenic drives, vista views & short saunters on the trails. #ParkChat
Stars252525
replying to @Ben_Wanderin @Ben_Wanderin @tthrash @MattsRoadTrip Love the waffle machine. #ParkChat
DryTortugasFilm
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7) #Parkchat Typically the back country but I do love to just cruise at sunrise or sunset to get photos and went on some incredibly educational and entertaining tours at @Volcanoes_NPS depends on the weather and my strength/ who I''m with.
Wild_Tribute
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip Ever have any problems parking your rig while in the Backcountry? We always overly worry about theft and break inās in parking lots. #ParkChat
publiclandlvr
replying to @rscottjones @rscottjones @MattsRoadTrip And block ice! We also use natural elements to keep things cool when available. #ParkChat
tthrash
replying to @MattsRoadTrip @MattsRoadTrip A7. Big fan of scenic drives, but I do like to get out and hike too. Hikes of a few hours work for me, or a number of smaller ones do too. #parkchat
59NationalParks
replying to @naturetechfam @naturetechfam @nightborntravel @MattsRoadTrip Ever have that dried pork that has the texture of styrofoam? #ParkChat