Monday I blogged about the steps I take to get started on planning a long trip. This specific trip, to Alaska, is not only longer than usual, but has some unique characteristics. First, we probably won’t do it again and we want to get the most “bang for our buck”. Second, we want to include some visits to friends and relatives and we want to visit some places we have missed in the past. Finally, we want to be prepared to avoid or skirt bad weather on the way out.
Our travel trailer (here after referred to as the “TT”) is in Dothan, AL, about 30 miles from I-10. The northern interstates (I-70, 80, and 90) are said to be shorter routes to Alaska but all are iffy in the spring. I-40 is a favorite of ours but has a bad stretch from Memphis to Little Rock. Hence we will start out on I-10, watch the weather closely, and turn north to access I-40 somewhere around Ft. Smith, AR.
Butch and I have been discussing places and activities that we really, really enjoyed on our various trips and also talking about the “been there – done that” kinds of experiences. We love the Four Corners area of the southwest and have covered most of the better known attractions. I have ordered two new books, The Roadside Guide to Indian Ruins & Rock Art in the Southwest, and An Archeological Guide to Ancient Ruins of the Southwest. Both are excellent! We also like rock hounding and the Great Basin area west of Delta UT is a must-do. Exploring slot canyons is another favorite that we hope to “fit in”.
Can we do all of the above and still spend Memorial Day Weekend in Reno NV with our family? Stay tuned.
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