OK, weird title we know, but warranted, a little. We were told by a few people what a great stay Quartzite is ESPECIALLY when the famous RV show is on!! The town has under 3,000 people living there, but apparently during this one week each year 750,000 – 1 million people show up. SO WHY WOULDN’T ONE CHECK IT OUT!?
Now what we will say is that this area is famous for boondockers. If you recall from much earlier posts, boondocking is when you are off the grid, not hooked up to anything and just running off your own generator and own water supply. In this area anyone can park their RV/Camper anywhere they want for up to 2 weeks at no charge. So why wouldn’t you pop on over and try this out? We decided to stay one night and were challenged to find a spot; however eventually managed to make a reservation at a RV park called La Mirage fairly close to the fairgrounds which seemed perfect. Well, for starters, the place was WAY too expensive for what was provided, but of course it was during the “show” and everything was inflated. Note – La Mirage is French for the mirage – literally meaning an optical illusion. Well isn’t that the truth!
So how was the show??? We both agreed that it was a real let down. We have been to better shows in Toronto frankly. What we did find fascinating was the amount of RVers and all the boondocking for miles around this town. It really is a lifestyle. I wonder if they filmed Nomad here with Frances McDormand? They sure could/should have.
What did we buy? Well some dips, one of which we’ve already made. Some chocolate, because that is what one buys at a RV show. Some Christmas gifts, which won’t be named, as our families read this. And of course lunch consisting of a gourmet grill cheese sandwich.
OK, getting the heck out of Dodge on this stop and we are off to the Fountain of Youth Spa and RV Resort. California here we come!!!!