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Merrykalia
Dec 12, 2017Explorer
I did not read the other responses, but let me just say that if I had a new RV and really wanted to see a white Christmas, I would at least give it a whirl. About a week prior, start looking at a weather map to help determine where that might be that is closest to you and allow you to get there in a maximum of 2 driving days. Then I would map out my route staying predominantly on interstate highways until I HAD to get off and that would be for less than 5 miles because you never know how those roads are going to be.
Plan to travel at least 4 hrs after it stops snowing so the highways can be cleared. Take it slow and easy and if it starts snowing again, head to the first rest area or large parking area near the interstate to wait it out. You have your own bed, heat, food, etc. You should be good to go for a while.
Unless you are experienced driving your personal vehicle in the snow, I would NEVER attempt to pull a trailer in the snow. I'm very experienced driving in the snow and I would be very reluctant to pull our fifth wheel in the snow.
That's my thoughts on it.
I would also give myself an extra 2-3 days to return because you never can tell about the weather and you may be forced to hang out longer than you originally planned. Make all plans rather fluid and go with the flow.
It is also NOT fun "camping" when it is extremely cold - less than 20 degrees.
It can be done, but is just not a lot of fun.
Now, let's talk about the condescending remarks. This is an open forum and with that being said, lots of people hide behind their computers and think they can say anything since they are anonymous. You just have to take it, ignore it and go on.
Plan to travel at least 4 hrs after it stops snowing so the highways can be cleared. Take it slow and easy and if it starts snowing again, head to the first rest area or large parking area near the interstate to wait it out. You have your own bed, heat, food, etc. You should be good to go for a while.
Unless you are experienced driving your personal vehicle in the snow, I would NEVER attempt to pull a trailer in the snow. I'm very experienced driving in the snow and I would be very reluctant to pull our fifth wheel in the snow.
That's my thoughts on it.
I would also give myself an extra 2-3 days to return because you never can tell about the weather and you may be forced to hang out longer than you originally planned. Make all plans rather fluid and go with the flow.
It is also NOT fun "camping" when it is extremely cold - less than 20 degrees.
It can be done, but is just not a lot of fun.
Now, let's talk about the condescending remarks. This is an open forum and with that being said, lots of people hide behind their computers and think they can say anything since they are anonymous. You just have to take it, ignore it and go on.
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