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    I Open windows for cool Breeze, I get mosquitoes n allergies.

    Well i didnt need to spray to whole van.  just a few shots to the carpet. it's ingredients are Peppermint oil and rosemary oil. very strong odor. Better than being bitten, though.
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    I Open windows for cool Breeze, I get mosquitoes n allergies.

    i was in Alabama last week near Dothan. i rubbed down with Vicks vaporub and sprayed some Kid and Pet safe insecticide. that seemed to work well and i had no bites. I was able to keep the windows closed as it is much cooler up there than in Florida. or it waas last week. so happy not to have...
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    I was shocked by "Kratom" and how good it worked

    so, i went to the store and bought some of this Kratom, red Bali. I am being very conservative and took 1 pill. i do feel a bit more energetic this afternoon. i also bought some pet *** and took a couple dropperfuls. i dont feel much pain relief yet, a couple hours later. i will keep trying as i...
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    I Open windows for cool Breeze, I get mosquitoes n allergies.

    Thanks, guys! @Wabbit, is that permethrin safe for you to breathe in all day? @maki2, I am going to try that at the Cocoa Beach Flying J's one of these nights, thanks! @jonyjoe303 I hear from friends who have moved to Los Angeles, they can leave their window open all day and not get 1...
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    I Open windows for cool Breeze, I get mosquitoes n allergies.

    i think these mosquitoes are turning into my kryptonite. i am using repellent spray, but they keep getting thru. I bought the Thermacell, but i have to get out of the minivan occasionally so i dont think it will work. With the spray repellent OFF and peppermint spray, Instead of 6 or 7 bites on...
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    Minivan Parking in No park overnight Walmart

    I like their pancakes, lenny! But here in the Daytona area, I think they may have to disallow some things during Bike Week because of too much overnight parking. Not sure, i think I heard that, though.
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    Minivan Parking in No park overnight Walmart

    Thanks very much to all of you. I always feel like yelling, "I am NOT homeless, I am just starting a freelance career!" When I park at night. Course then people would just think i am crazy :-) So the important notes: get the velcro and make sure the blackout curtains truly block all light...
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    Minivan Parking in No park overnight Walmart

    If you are very stealthy in the minivan, can you park overnight in No overnight parking Walmart 24 hour store in a Minivan? is it better to go to Cracker Barrel and park amongst the RVs?  I have been very fearful of either so I drive to truck stops and rest areas or check into Airbnbs. In the...
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    road trip north for better temperature

    Tanks, WanderingRose! this is reassuring to me.
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    road trip north for better temperature

    So I've decided to travel a few hours up north to Georgia from Daytona. For a few Days to feel cooler. I will stay at the Flying J's truck stop and Branch out from there. I am still afraid of staying at Walmart overnight. I'm in a minivan. i stay in constant contact with friends and have AAA...
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    I Open windows for cool Breeze, I get mosquitoes n allergies.

    Not sure what to do about this. i guess i have to stick to using a fan or two and stay inside the van more. Are there any areas in the country where you find fewer mosquitoes?
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    2 weeks in and I need help deciding

    I am going to read and reread these tips as this is all new to me. I consider this forum the final word. the tailgater i have will do for now as i spend some in Airbnb.
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    2 weeks in and I need help deciding

    I am glad i didnt jump at the "deal". the next store i stopped said "just go online and you can get this discoount". So it wasn't a "special" employee discount. Plus. i am going to reread your answers because i dont need to jump at this. i already have the $100 tailgater from Lowes and a cooler...
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    2 weeks in and I need help deciding

    :exclamation: a sales guy down at Discount Auto wants to give me a deal on a yellow top battery and a 2000 watt Schumacher power converter for $432. I now have a Schumacher tailgater now that cost $100 put it can hardly power my computer alone for a few hours. i want to plug in a Hot logic, a...
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    Found a happy compromise for Florida Heat!

    Thanks, Beetle. I was wondering if minivans are welcome at Boondockers Welcome.
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    Found a happy compromise for Florida Heat!

    :) :) While the majority of you are freezing I am roasting. I absolutely can't stand the heat and I need to stay in Florida for about a month. I have found that if you search long and hard you can find Airbnbs for less than $30 per night! when I counted up the gas i  spent on van air...
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    Two days later, going back to hotel

    Well, all I can say is, Wow!  I may try some of these ideas. It is actually going to be quite cold in Florida today. I realize i have much work to do to make the van more stealth, including black curtains. with the knowledge I gained from all of you, i have been able to stretch out my hotel...
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    Any overnight parking New York City?

    Everyone parks on the street so if you are in a car or van then i assume no problems.
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    Two days later, going back to hotel

    You guys are so full of great ideas! i can think of a few senior or community centers i have been to over the years of living in this area, i have acquired some gray hair now so i will fit right in, plus the many college campuses i have attended in this area i remember i used to nap on couches...
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