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About gizmogoeswest

I just "pre-tired" from my job of over 30 years as a nurse. John, my husband and Gizmo and Sierra our Shih Tzus are embarking on our 3rd cross country RV adventure. We are searching for awesome dog friendly hikes and adventures

This sand makes noise- Mojave National Preserve

Posted on November 2, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

We had several excursions planned for our time in Las Vegas but we have found even more since we arrived. This past Sunday there was an article in the local Sunday paper about the Mojave National Preserve.  The Mojave National … Continue reading →

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Las Vegas is for…Hikers…and it’s dog friendly!

Posted on October 31, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

John and I have been to Las Vegas several times.  I have been here a few times for conferences and John and I have flown in here and quickly “got out of town” to see all the surrounding national parks … Continue reading →

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Indiana- Turkey Run and Covered Bridges

Posted on October 28, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

If you were to ask me about Indiana 2 years ago I would have known very little.  Since we started traveling just over a year ago we have now made 3 visits to Indiana.  The first 2 visits were to … Continue reading →

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27 hours in Utah-2 National Parks, 1 National Monument and 1 National Forest

Posted on October 23, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

We decided to book ourselves for 4 nights in Hurricane, Utah on the way to Las Vegas.  After 3 days here we wished we had booked 7.  We are staying at the St. George KOA for $10 per night using … Continue reading →

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Donnell Pond Public Reserve Lands- an escape from the “free park day” crowds

Posted on September 24, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

The weather was cold and rainy yesterday so we were ready to head into the park for a day of adventure.  What we didn’t know was that it was Public Lands Day and admission to Acadia National Park was free. … Continue reading →

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Way Down East- Escaping The Crowds

Posted on September 23, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

Summer is definitely peak season, but don’t be fooled into thinking there will not be crowds in Acadia in fall.  Fall is a great time to visit Acadia and I think lots of people have learned that.  The weather is … Continue reading →

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Keeping our Camping Costs Down

Posted on September 20, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

John and I knew that campground fees were going to be one of our biggest costs as we set out on this adventure.  We don’t mind the occasional night of “boondocking” but we do love having full hook ups.  One … Continue reading →

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An old story about Gizmo hiking the 4000 footers of NH

Posted on September 9, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

Gizmo came to live with us in 2010. My mom had just gone into a nursing home and a friend thought he might be good company for my dad. My dad was not able to manage him but didn’t want … Continue reading →

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North Conway- hiking, floating, biking and shopping

Posted on September 3, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

One of our favorite places to go locally is North Conway, NH.  This is one town that really has it all.  There is hiking, kayaking, tubing, shopping and scenic drives.  

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Camden Hills State Park

Posted on August 26, 2016 by gizmogoeswest

Last Friday afternoon I came home from another very long week at work and told John I was ready for a camping trip.  Trying to score a camping site (without a reservation) in a Maine state park on a beautiful … Continue reading →

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