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Rob and Allie are rolling back toward the Arizona White Mountains after turning a business trip into a full-on New York City adventure. The trip starts with Allie's work at the Federal Reserve (and Rob accidentally landing at the "main table" and becoming the face on every TV in the room), then quickly shifts into tourist mode: the New York Public Library (including the Rose Room and Treasures like the Gutenberg Bible and Winnie-the-Pooh), the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular at Radio City, a killer Italian dinner, and a powerful early-entry tour of the 9/11 Museum that leaves them emotionally drained (in...

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Our last stop gave us another swim and was a relaxing oasis in the middle of what were certain wasn't going to be such a great place as we rolled in.

https://koa.com/campgrounds/albuquerque/

Albuquerque KOA Journey – At a Glance   Location & Overview • Address: 12400 Skyline Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123   • Setting: Conveniently located near the Sandia Mountains, Route 66, and not far from attractions like the Balloon Fiesta Park, Expo New Mexico, Old Town, aquarium, zoo, and museums  . • Site Options: Offers a mix of accommodations including RV sites, deluxe cabins, camping cabins, and tent sites  . • Site Counts: Approximately 149 RV s...

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Allie discovers a very cool placeto visit based upon a stop we needed to make on the way home.  The need to have one day less put us on a less travelled path and this was certainly a fun discovery.   Old Town Museum – Burlington, CO   Overview & Location • A 6½-acre living history museum featuring 21 fully restored buildings and over 20,000 authentic artifacts, including photographs, documents, pioneer tools, and more    . • Showcases local agricultural heritage and pioneer life on the Colorado plains   . • Conveniently located just off Interstate 70 near the Colorado–Kansas border   . • Address: 420 S 14th Street, Burlington, CO 80807   .   What You'll See & Do • Explore a recreated prairie "Main Street" with hist...

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A few stops left us feeling a little bit concerned. Allie and Rob talk about the balance between calming fears and having a plan.

 

⚠️ Dangers of Wind Storms While RV Camping   1. Falling Trees and Branches • In wooded campgrounds, strong winds can snap large branches or even bring down whole trees onto RVs.   Safety Tip: Avoid parking under tall or leaning trees. Pick open or sheltered sites with fewer overhead hazards.   ⸻   2. Awning & Slide-Out Damage • Awnings act like sails, and slide-out toppers can rip away in high winds, often damaging the RV itself.   Safety Tip: Retract awnings and slide-outs if a...

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After 5 camping stops along the way, we arrive at the park we've planned as our Forward Operating Base for months. This episode we will talk about the campgroud itself. Be sure to check out the YouTube video where we talk about and show our Chicago adventure.

YouTube - Chicago Adventure

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Overview & Location • Just about 55 miles from downtown Chicago, this rural KOA campground in Union, IL offers a peaceful country setting with easy access via I-90 (Exit 42 or Exit 36) . • Ideal for anyone wanting to blend city sightseeing—via nearby Metra...

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Here's a look at COMLARA Park—also known as COMLARA Park & Evergreen Lake—in McLean County, Illinois. It's a beautiful, multi-use recreational area worth exploring: https://www.camplife.com/campground/comlara ⸻ Overview & Highlights Location & Size • COMLARA Park spans approximately 1,300 acres and includes Evergreen Lake, which is around 925 acres  . Activities & Amenities • Outdoor recreation: You can enjoy camping, swimming, boating, fishing, picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use  . • Boating details: Evergreen Lake features a 10 hp motor limit—great for kayaking, sailboat sailing, and paddleboarding. You'll need a watercraft registration or you can rent at the boat rental facility . • Beach & concessions: The F.R. Glasener Beach is open...

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We are rolling along and finally get to a place we can see some really cool things.

DraftKings at Casino Queen RV Park.

We parked acoss the river from St. Louis and have a view of the Arch, but we took the time to go walk the area as well.

 

St. Louis offers a unique mix of American history, modern attractions, and a deep-rooted love for baseball—and the heart of all this action is centered around Downtown St. Louis, where you'll find the Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium, and a vibrant surrounding dis...

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😰 Why It Feels Stressful: • Tight turning space and low clearance • Other drivers being impatient or in your blind spots • Not knowing if you'll be able to get out once you're in • Feeling pressure from people waiting behind you • Fuel pumps being in awkward locations or too close together   ⸻   ✅ Tips to Reduce RV Fuel Stop Stress:   1. Plan Fuel Stops in Advance   Use apps like: • GasBuddy – to compare prices • RV Life, Togo RV, or iExit – to find RV-friendly stops with room to maneuver • TruckMap – helpful if you use diesel and want large pull-through bays   Look for truck stops (like Pilot, Love's, TA, Buc-ee's)—they often have more spa...

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Rob dicovered a lost SnapPad in Amarillo, but the discovery at this stop was a bit more alrming.

 

Love's RV Hookup-Big Cabin OK 727

 

Where we ate!! - Great Food.

A bit about the area.   📍 Quick Facts & Location • Big Cabin is a tiny rural town in Craig County, OK, with a 2020 population of just 174, down from 265 in 2010  . • It lies along U.S. Highway 69, about 10 mi north of Vinita and 8 mi south of Adair, with I‑44 (Will Rogers Turnpike) Exit 283 just to the north  .   ⸻   🪵 A History Rooted in Hay & Rails • Named after a large plank cabin used by local N...

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CampH54 makes a stop an the Love's RV Stop in Amarillo and adventure out while they are there.   Love's RV Stop - Amarillo     🚗 Cadillac Ranch: A Canvas on the Plains • Created in 1974 by the San Francisco art collective Ant Farm, funded by eccentric millionaire Stanley Marsh 3, the installation features ten Cadillacs (1949–1963) half-buried nose-first in the ground at the same 60° angle as the Great Pyramids, facing west toward I‑40  . • Originally on Route 66, it was relocated in 1997 to a field just off I‑40 to accommodate Amarillo's growth — the new location is still publicly accessible 24/7 without admission  . • Visitors are encouraged to spray paint the cars. The ever-evolving, colo...

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Allie and Rob say HELLO!!     CampH54 Produced by Birdman Media™   CampH54 is a travel and lifestyle show hosted by Allie and Rob, produced by Birdman Media™, that chronicles the real-life adventures of a family exploring America one campground, roadside stop, and hidden gem at a time. With their trusty motorhome as a mobile basecamp, Allie and Rob hit the road with their kids to experience the wonder, challenge, and joy of RV travel—without being full-time RVers.   The show offers an honest, down-to-earth look at how a busy family balances real life with the call of the open road. Each episode sh...

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This was the beginning of our Chicago trip and we decided to see how this option might play out. The tempature was cool enough that we could sleep with windows open and a fan.   We stayed at this location - https://www.crackerbarrel.com/Locations/States/nm/albuquerque/245/   Here are Tips for staying at Cracker Barrel yourself.   Staying overnight at a Cracker Barrel in your RV can be a convenient and budget-friendly option during a road trip—but there are a few important things to know. Here are practical tips to make it a smooth experience:   ⸻   🛑 1. Call Ahead or Ask In Person •...

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