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That’s awesome. my Wife and I spent about five years living in an RV and wandering the country. It was fantastic, but plan on always fixing something!

I’ve always struggled in Wyoming.

We spent several years living full time in our RV. It got difficult during Covid because some campgrounds closed, but other than that, there’s lots of cheap boon docking spots. Forest service campgrounds, BLM land, Long term visitor areas, etc. Good luck out there, and just follow the rules as...

It still comes down to profit. Does super security add to profits or diminish them? If it's just extra expense to implement without a definite return on investment, I don't see it having a huge impact. Not to say it won't at some point, but I'm skeptical for now.

I saw a sad story about an unidentified train rider killed in an accident in Evandale, OH on August 4th. They thought he was a rider from out of state, but turns out he was from around the Cincinnati area. They did identify him and his name was Delmar Ross, just in case anyone here knows him.

I'm sure you don't need me to tell you that there's trade offs in life, few good things come without some kind of tough choice or effort. I don't think life will go too far off the rails by staying on them;)

I wish I had a great answer for you. Happiness is the goal, period. Do what makes you happy and see where the chips fall. I have wanderlust, until I wander for a month, then it's back to my family, rinse wash repeat. Perhaps there is a cycle you can return to or discover that provides what is...

We’ve moved out of our RV for the first time In over four years because of Covid and the issues caused by it. We were still managin to find a few inexpensive or free spots around, but it was becoming totally hit and miss. We have a spot we rent for the summer in Wisconsin, so we‘re just staying...

you have to do what you do. I’d work with her to officially divorce if you’re that far apart on life. You don’t want to be married and have legal entanglements coming back to haunt you later in life. Remember, she is entitled to half of everything you own and if she got clean and ended up...

Lots of people at least roll through Wisconsin. I've hopped out of Portage and LaCrosse and Hobo Johnny probably has quite a Wisconsin hopping resume.

That’s too bad, but what I nice legacy to leave for others.

Well, yes, I explain why I hop freight trains to provide the stimulus missing from ADD. Hopping Freights Helps My ADD

Thanks for sharing that, looks like a great trip, other than getting soaked.

Very nice. I found out I liked lots of areas on the East Coast, which was a total surprise. South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina. I guess it just depends on what you want to see and how much hot weather you want to put up with. Much of the south is kind of unbearable after May and...

If it's a diesel you definitely want to get it checked out by a mechanic. Otherwise, check the systems and look for signs of water damage like de-lamination of the siding, etc. The structural integrity can be seriously affected by water damage. Other than that, if it runs good, drives good and...

Love the senior tour concept, which of course, describes any trip I take. Thanks for posting.

Hobo Johnny, let’s ride this summer. I’m not racist and I have too many skeletons in my closet to be snitching on anyone, LOL.

Wow, seems like it would be hard to safely hide firearms for any length of time in Milwaukee!

Wow, sorry for your loss. Thanks for the write up and pics.

Sounds like you’re really struggling. I have to remind myself to just live. I think you have to let life flow on its own and let it shake out. Of course, it’s easier said than done, but breathe, and enjoy the moment, relentlessly focus on the positive if you can.

Wow that’s such horse shit. Free country my ass. Glad you were able to go on your way.

Glad your dog has adjusted. It's great to have a pal along for the travels. I think you have a great attitude, and you're so right, if you're homeless, might as well travel! Keep us posted.

That's fantastic. If I ever ended up alone for some reason, my first move would be from the RV into a van. I love my RV and the nomadic lifestyle, don't get me wrong, but I would do it a little differently if I were single. I'd spend a lot more time out west on BLM land. Keep us posted on the build.

If you’re riding out of Pig’s Eye on CP, they inspect the trains as they get ready for departure, but it’s just regular workers doing it as far as I know. There was no inspection on BNSF heading West at Midway or Northtown but it was about 2:00AM. Have fun.

That is such a beautiful area of Minnesota. We spent time near the BSCA this summer and the night skies were awesome! Have fun!

The scenery ranks right up at the top of the list if you ask me. Whether it's the beauty of the mountains and rivers of the hi-line or just watching the backyards and farm fields slide by on the plains.

I thoroughly enjoyed the trip, right up until I got left in the yard at Spokane, LOL. I'd do it again without a second thought!

SD is one of our favorite places to go through in terms of natural beauty, wide open spaces, free spots to boondock, etc. it’s a little backwards on laws, they treat possession of cannabis oils as a felony. People’s Project looks like a worthwhile cause.

Yeah they have a whole list of relatively minor offenses that they can use to bar entry. It's on the Internet (list of crimes) and seems to me like the list is long enough that they could have just listed the crimes that don't bar you from entry;)

Buffalo Gap National grasslands in SD might fit the bill. Lots of other BLM land in SD would be accessible, but not necessarily empty of people.

Yes with all the computerization of stuff, it’s hard to know what would happen with absolute certainty, but it appears that a government issued picture ID is all that’s required for domestic flight in Canada. I’d bet you’re friend is safe flying domestically.

Interesting question for sure. I can’t imagine there would be any issues on a domestic flight since they are normally separate terminals from the international flights and security is more about no fly lists. I’m guessing it’s more important that he has a valid ID like the passport card or a...

WTF is wrong with people? I’m sorry you were subjected to this and hope you’re ok.

Sounds like a great trip you have planned. I thought one hop for old time sakes would get train hopping out of my system. I was wrong, LOL.. I’ve got the Portland to Dunsmuir run on my wish list. Keep us posted!

I’ve been wanting another tattoo to remind myself to “just live” and not make something as simple as living more complex than it needs to be. Do what your soul compels you to do. As long as you treat others and the environment with respect, you can’t go too far wrong. Selling out would be doing...

I don’t think the actual act of hunting helps animals, but the money raised from hunters and the habitat purchased, protected, maintained, etc., is probably extremely critical to survival of many species. I don’t hunt anymore myself but I spend as much time as I can fly fishing. I’ll never...

I was looking for the CCG, just kidding, but that’s possible, LOL. I’d seen a few posts over the years and when something popped up while I was looking for hop out videos I dug in and realized I love the stories, information and uniqueness of it, so, here I am.

Yes, at least some videos. I will post some in the coming days.

Thanks CHJ, will do!

Just wanted to say hello. I'm a nomad, although, I live in relative comfort wandering the country in an RV with my wife. I love hopping freight trains, something I did as a young man in the 1970's, and something I do now as time and opportunity allow. I just returned from a hi-line hop and will...