magnusfide wrote:
toedtoes wrote:
It's not the age (generation) of the idividual, it's the times we live in (era). I've witnessed 70+ year olds being just as self-centered as young folks, and young folks who have been extremely courteous.
BINGO.
Sjm9911 wrote:
Ok, I just want to add patience and understanding on both sides. And maybe, if you have that , you can take the time to explain and teach people some courtesies. People don't know what they don't know.
One of the objectives of RV.Net is to educate new RVers. Many people ignore campground rules, courtesies or common sense once they leave home. We see it all the time.
The experienced have always educated the newcomers. RVing has some common sense courtesies that others may never had to learn. This thread is in keeping with one of the purposes of RV.Net: Education.
I don't think its many people that ignore the rules. As I said and you eluded to , some people just don't know. Your saying people ignore the rules, that means they know the rules. I dont find that common place. Usally people are more then happy to follow the rules once they are aware of them. And I find, at least in my experience, its a few people and not many that this applies to. I will agree that many are bothered by some actions of a few. But once you talk to those few , its usally not a problem. Addtionally, I dont see a lot of campers just going up to the neighbors and telling them that there outside light kept them up all night. Some do but most dont. If something bothers you, you can nicely just talk to them. Usually thats all it takes.