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I have no major concerns about the safety of the majority of public drinking water. I have a buddy who I served in the military. When he retired he became the Superintendent of a cities water treatment plant in Ohio. I won't give the name out of respect for my buddy. I once asked him about the...

When it comes to becoming a hotel desk clerk/night auditor job you have to take a few factors into consideration. The location of the hotel/motel is a serious consideration. I am a former hotel night auditor with 12-13 years experience in Las Vegas, NV. If you are fortunate enough to be hired...

I used to live in one city for 29 years. During that time I received no less than 4 jury summons. The first one I would have experienced a financial hardship if I were to serve on a jury. The other 3 times I was called for jury duty I was “excused for cause.” In my life I, or a member of my...

I'll add my .02 cents to this thread where the size of the engine is an issue. Years ago I worked at a hotel where we leased two new Dodge vans with a 8.0 Magnum V-10 gasoline engines for transporting our guests. They came equipped to carry 15 passengers. Aside from the obvious issue of very...

You might want to consider buying a "french curve" at a local art or hobby shop. A french curve is a plastic tool that contains many curves at many angles. It comes in different sizes as well. You'll be certain to find the right curve to draw it on paper. I used one many years ago when I took a...

"cyndi Wrote: I've seen plenty of over-nighters at the Walmart in Henderson on Boulder Highway and Lake Mead Blvd." I have to second Cyndi's suggestion about the Wal Mart located in Henderson on Boulder Highway & Lake Mead Blvd. I totally forgot about this location. I've seen many a vehicle...

One location you might consider for your "sleep location" is on the streets in an older residential neighborhood in the area just behind (west side) Palace Station Hotel & Casino. It's an older residential neighborhood that isn't bad to park at all. It's close enough to the "Strip" but you're...

Thanks for your reply for to my posting. I'll be sure to check out the Walmart at Wetmore & First St. I've never been to that particular WM so I'll check that out the next few days. That will be one of my regular campsites. Nice to know that there is a Walmart is RV friendly. I'll be sure to PM...

I've considered that option buy I have to stay in the area until I can build enough of a cash reserve. I'm currently unemployed so I have to be very careful with what cash I have on hand + my deposit from my apartment when I move out. I'm tempted to move to a higher altitude that makes perfect...

I've used your suggestion about the bandanas before. I've been a biker for many years and have quite a collection of bandanas. I was already planning on keeping those handy in the car. I may no long have the bike but I still have all the biking gear. I will never throw out the bandanas, gloves...

Thanks for the helpful suggestions! I know that finding a shady area will be a challenge here in AZ. Whether it be Phoenix or Tucson heat is heat! Bob gave me a great location 14 miles outside Tucson on BLM land that should work out beautifully. I've already added it to my car GPS so it will...

Parking in the shade will be the order of the day as much as possible. My 91 Crown Victoria has cloth seats so I'm sure that they will get warm in direct sunlight. Plus, I have a few ideas for staying out of the sun as well. There's a mall here in Tucson with a good size parking garage. I could...

Thanks for the your great suggestion! I think that I have this already bookmarked but I'll double-check to be sure. My cell phone provider is ATT so I'll see how it goes at Snyder Hill. I've been lucky in my travels to have good to excellent coverage so far. Only time will tell if I have...

I'll be checking out the local Walmart for the darkest material as well. The darker the better. I can try to make some impromptu curtains to cover the windows of the car as well. l'm fairly handy with needle & thread so I'm going to see what I can make with a minimum of difficulty. I've seen...

Oddly enough I already have a tent! I'm a camper at heart and have a full camping setup as well. The one thing I did keep is my tent, sleeping bag, canteens, mess kits, etc. You never know when you may want to "get out of dodge" so I have a camping kit ready to go. Thanks again!

I just checked out the requirements for a camp host at AZ sites. I would most likely qualify since I worked in hotels 14+ years (aka hospitality industry) so this job does match the skills I used many years. This would be right along with the job requirements I've done already done over the...

Thanks for that great suggestion! I will check that out. As much as I say I'm acclimated to the heat I'm not kidding myself either. It will be a challenge but I've got to give it my best effort with all the resources our group has provided me. Going to a higher elevation is something I would...

I've never been to the casino but I may visit there to check their parking situation. As to Tucson not being overnight friendly, that's a real possibility. I'll have to start seeing if there are other options if that is that case. I still don't know the situation at the primary Walmart but if it...

There are some areas off of Valencia Road driving in an easterly direction where semis park each night. If I get far enough from their rigs I shouldn't have too much of an issue sleeping. I will be keep the Casino Del Sol in mind for a possible location here in town. I haven't checked out the...

Yes, you are right that I used to live in Las Vegas. But I would still be in the same circumstances. I would still be living out of my car and have to deal with same issues involved regardless. Also returning to Las Vegas I would have to start all over again looking for work. So whether I do...