Privacy?

[noplace2]

We are fulltimers beginning our 14th year this month. We move around frequently rather than claiming FT status because we sit in one spot in an RV

We have repeatedly noticed the following phenomena:

We are currently in an 850 site park in southern CA in the mountains. It is one of our favorite places ever, not least of because at this time of year, it's very lightly used. The views and the wildlife are magnificent. At this writing, only about 80 of those sites are occupied. Which brings me to my query.

We deliberately park as far away from others as we can in public venues. We're friendly but not social.

Last night a rig came in and parked about 1,000' from us. No barking dog. All is well. Today another rig came in and parked next to them. I had to ask, only in passing. They did not know those people and were unhappy as to the encroachment. Again, in the section that they selected, there were at least 50 available sites.

Can someone explain to me why someone would do that?

[Crowe]

Actually, it's not all that lame-it's pretty cute BUT on here sometimes ya just can't tell who's serious and who isn't! :B

[homefor2]

Relax, it's just a lame attempt at humor. No need to jump to litigation.

[Crowe]

Here is a suggestion for those that want to be alone when someone parks close. Bring out a shotgun or any large weapon. Sit down and stare at it while examining the action of the weapon. Then say in a loud voice so your DW in the camper can hear…."honey, I can't figure out why this damn thing goes off just barely looking at it, hope we can fix those holes in our unit"

I am hoping this is "tongue in cheek" humor. If not and you choose to do so in MA, keep your lawyer handy.

[homefor2]

We spent 2 1/2 months travelling around Arizona this past winter. Some of the scenery was spectacular but we also met some of the nicest campers we have ever met. As a matter of fact we got a call yesterday and were invited to the home of one of them that happens to be in our area. We met an amazing number of people which was the highlight of our trip.

Here is a suggestion for those that want to be alone when someone parks close. Bring out a shotgun or any large weapon. Sit down and stare at it while examining the action of the weapon. Then say in a loud voice so your DW in the camper can hear…."honey, I can't figure out why this damn thing goes off just barely looking at it, hope we can fix those holes in our unit"

[bpounds]

I would park right next to you too. I go camping because I love being with other people who share an interest, and we're going to be great friends instantly. We'll have lunch and dinner together, and it will be a wonderful communion in a natural setting. It would never occur to me that you would want to be alone. How weird!

Actually, that is totally NOT me, but I'm sure it describes other people.

[wa8yxm]

Let me see if I have your question right.

Assume a campground with 100 sites, 99 of them are empty, The 2nd camper to pull in parks right next to you... (Or very close in any case) why.

Because other than the odd hermit,, Man is a heard beast, (The term is Gregorius) we travel in heards or packs like Wolves or cows or Sheep, not loaners like Eagles or Bears.. We like to be near others of our kind (Human).

So say the professionals at least.

[Kittykath]

Maybe I'm in the minority, but when I'm camping alone, and it's at least once a week, I sure do appreciate someone pulling in right next door. But I like people and activity in general. I don't have little kids, dogs or bagpipes, and I don't mind any of it. Gets pretty dark and spooky at night, and the extra feeling of security is welcomed.

[PA12DRVR]

bigred1cav wrote:
I have bagpipes but at $3500 to replace I do not lay them out to be stolen. I will play them off key and screeching at 5 am.

I carried bagpipes on a few trips while learning them and I didn't even have to play at 0500. A few practice sessions mid-day and we'd typically have the place to ourselves by evening. :B

[D___M]

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[sowego]

The best answer is...People do what they do and hardly ever is it what everyone else wants!

I do believe some city folks parked out in the boonies are a bit afraid to be so "out there" all alone.

Story time:

My hubbies brother's family visited us at home a few years back. They live in WV, even though that state is quite rural and rugged, they have never lived anywhere but in town and even in his home state (Ohio) there is a house almost every square mile so our really wide open spaces where you can't always see "civilization" or other humans for dozens of miles was a bit hard to deal with. We met them in a town nearby to lead them out onto the land. The 1st words out of his mouth after just traveling west of the Mississippi/out west were "Does God even know you are out here!" We still get a laugh out of that.

When we travel for pleasure we prefer to stay as remote as possible. When we get into crowded situations we get a bit edgy. Its not that we don't like making new friends...we just get tired the noise humans make...now don't get all goofy on us...TVs running, folks talking loudly outside all hours of the night, engines starting up at dawn, traffic noise. We grin and bear it though but really just love to be home where the only noise we hear are the coyotes, wolves & wind howling...maybe something not everyone appreciates. It's all good! Make the best of it or "it" will make the best of you!

[Skid_Row_Joe]

dieharder wrote:
It's possible that they just might be more comfortable with someone beside them instead of being with no one around them. It's also possible that the last one in got into their favourite site in the entire place. Who knows? I do find it silly that someone in an RV park would expect spaces beside them to remain unoccupied just because there are other empty spots around. Want privacy, boondock it, don't go to a park.

Agreed, but even in BLM land there's no right to tell another RVer/camper not to park near you. Anyone that sensitive should not expect their own rules for their personal perception of privacy to be followed beyond their own private property boundaries. There is no right to privacy beyond the confines of your designated site you are renting from any entity.

[Allworth]

If that is the worst problem I have this Summer, I will consider the year a success.

[2012Coleman]

Pogoil wrote:

0rion wrote:

Crowe wrote:
what is the thought process of pulling in right next to another RVer when there would be 100 other empty sites of the exact same kind as in my example above?

Just accept the fact there isn't any and move on! Why get so wrapped around the axle about something that is so trivial? There's one thing you, Mock and the OP have to realize. It's not camper #2 that has the problem. It's YOU.

ding ding ding......we have a winner

X2

More like GONGG!!! GONGG!!! GONGG!!! GONGG!!!

[Crowe]

But I'll still think you are the weird one.

Well, EVERYBODY thinks I'm weird so you won't be alone! :B

[mockturtle]

Fortunately, I'm not interested in making any more babies at this stage of my life. :W

It seems that some of you believe that this is normal behavior :?. That being the case, we shall never reach any kind of consensus and can just 'agree to disagree'. If you see my rig out in an isolated place, you are free to camp right next to me. I won't bite and will probably be friendly. But I'll still think you are the weird one. :B