Bliss Bus Adventures Year 3

On 3 August 2021 we left Erie, PA on a 6 week trip to CA that has yet to end. ResoNate sold his house today and we begin year 3 of adventures of traveling in Bliss. Read more

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Day 115
Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 8:30 PM
☁️ 48 °F
Altitude: 932 ft
United States Holdenville 35.084352, -96.38187835°5’4” N 96°22’55” W
Walmart Holdenville OK
November 25, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 48 °F
Another quiet Walmart but we lost more of the bumper cover on this little hill. Total 200 miles and $73.59 on gas.
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Day 116
Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 11:53 AM
☀️ 37 °F
Altitude: 1,079 ft
United States Wilcox Branch 34.644249, -94.48728734°38’39” N 94°29’14” W
First property viewed Hogenville, OK
November 26, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 37 °F
We found a cheap property outside our original search area but near to some great hiking. Most of it was on a hill but the top views were good and we were able to enjoy lunch on the property.
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Day 116
Sunday, November 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM
☀️ 45 °F
Altitude: 1,148 ft
United States Two Mile (historical)34.527305, -94.33501434°31’38” N 94°20’6” W
Another property and hike Mena, AR
November 26, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 45 °F
We hadn't been able to get a hold of the listing agent but thought we'd drive by the next property on our list in Mena, AR. After discovering how nice the surroundings were and realizing wilderness hiking trail was practically across the street, we tried once more and were given permission to check it out. There was a small pond and decaying buildings with 3 trashed mobile homes stuck in the ground. If the seller removed, it might be worth pursuing.Read more
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Day 116–117
November 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM - November 27, 2023
1 night
🌙 39 °F
Altitude: 935 ft
United States Mill Creek Recreation Area 34.727255, -93.99485734°43’38” N 93°59’41” W
Fourche Mtn Ouitcha NF
Nov 26–27, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 39 °F
The Walmart in Mena no longer allowed overnight parking but that meant we were able to go out to the woods. As our next property wasn't able to be scheduled until 3 pm we had time for a leisurely day of hiking and unicycle riding. Total 198 miles and $0Read more
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Day 117
Monday, November 27, 2023 at 3:53 PM
☀️ 50 °F
Altitude: 548 ft
United States Briscoe Creek 34.950096, -93.720634°57’0” N 93°43’14” W
Homestead with springs, creeks, ponds
November 27, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 50 °F
We almost skipped this one as couldn't get appointment until later and thought it was just for ideas as listing photos were a mess. The gorgeous swimming hole was the only picture we captured during 2.5 hour tour. We really liked it but are uncertain about taking over all the responsibilities.Read more
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Day 117–118
November 27, 2023 at 7:36 PM - November 28, 2023
1 night
🌙 39 °F
Altitude: 328 ft
United States Bryant Branch 35.217877, -93.16471935°13’4” N 93°9’53” W
Another Walmart - Dardanelle AR
Nov 27–28, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 39 °F
It was nearly dark when we left the farm, so back to a Walmart it was for us. This one was very quiet as well. Total 146 miles and $105.11 for gas and groceries.
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Day 118
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 3:00 PM
☀️ 50 °F
Altitude: 1,184 ft
United States London Spring Hollow 36.301511, -92.82216836°18’5” N 92°49’20” W
Miles of gravel and we couldn't make it
November 28, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 50 °F
We had another slow day waiting for appointment so had breakfast and charged up at the library and then enjoyed lunch at scenic rest area. We made it all the way down and up the gravel roads for the property and then we're unable to get under a fallen tree about 1/4 mile away. We parked and walked in and wondered a bit waiting for realtor who was walking with another client. We left knowing this wasn't the right place.Read more
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Day 118–119
November 28, 2023 at 5:25 PM - November 29, 2023
1 night
🌙 43 °F
Altitude: 531 ft
United States Spring Creek 36.030755, -92.58445736°1’51” N 92°35’4” W
Spring Creek Campground Buffalo NR
Nov 28–29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 43 °F
We re-visited a favorite campsite from last year and the same giant logs were still there for a campfire! Beautiful area down by the river and clean porta potty. Total 80 miles and $3.89 for bananas.
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Day 119
Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 2:23 PM
⛅ 61 °F
Altitude: 1,033 ft
United States Marshall 35.908597, -92.63239735°54’31” N 92°37’57” W
Marshall City Park
November 29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 61 °F
After viewing 3 properties with realtor and ruling all out as not as nice as homestead, we stopped in Marshall for lunch. ResoNate practiced riding the unicycle around the pond while we recharged. We decided against seeing the other raw land properties in the area.Read more
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Day 119–120
November 29, 2023 at 4:51 PM - November 30, 2023
1 night
⛅ 52 °F
Altitude: 1,558 ft
United States Oxley 35.828456, -92.45170235°49’42” N 92°27’6” W
Stem Rock Overnight
Nov 29–30, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 52 °F
After getting fuel, we arrived at Stem Rock just in time for sunset hike of 1.5 miles to play on the rocks. Total 45 miles and $84.70.
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Day 120–121
November 30, 2023 at 11:38 AM - December 1, 2023
1 night
☁️ 50 °F
Altitude: 741 ft
United States Mountain View 35.875003, -92.1167935°52’30” N 92°7’0” W
Rainy Day in Mtn View
Nov 30–Dec 1, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 50 °F
Anticipating the rain, we had a day blocked off and we were able to enjoy the ampitheter and a quick walk before it downpoured. The day pass at the health center was $10 and we needed to do laundry and charge, so we paid $28 for Court RV Park for the night and did 2 loads of laundry as well as watched movie and played a game in the clubhouse. Total 28 miles and $38Read more
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Day 121
Friday, December 1, 2023 at 12:24 PM
☁️ 61 °F
Altitude: 499 ft
United States Blanchard Spring 35.958741, -92.17715835°57’31” N 92°10’38” W
Blanchard Springs
December 1, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
We had time between our first property (2 unfinished cabins on hilly land) and second (only a mountaintop) so checked out Blanchard Springs. What a beautiful place with spring coming out of cave! We would love to spend more time exploring.Read more
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Day 121–124
December 1, 2023 at 4:24 PM - December 4, 2023
3 nights
⛅ 55 °F
Altitude: 827 ft
United States Bearhead Branch 36.014355, -92.1297136°0’52” N 92°7’47” W
Bear Rd Campsite Ozark NF
Dec 1–4, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 55 °F
We had a couple of well deserved days off of travel and property searching. It was great to be alone in the woods with campfires and slacklining and a chance to collect our thoughts. Although we were a bit disappointed not to find any edibles mushrooms. Total 90 miles and $57.33 for groceries.Read more
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Day 124–125
December 4, 2023 - December 5, 2023
1 night
⛅ 55 °F
Altitude: 315 ft
United States Bryant Branch 35.217442, -93.16501535°13’3” N 93°9’54” W
Back to Walmart Dardanelle
Dec 4–5, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 55 °F
After realizing it was going to be dark by the time we arrived to proposed campsite and 10 miles out of the way, we decided to go back to town. The vegan pizza place was closed so we tried Lihn's Vietnamese. The tofu pho and deep fried noodles were both delicious and huge portions! We did a little shopping, not buying anything, and came back to this quiet Walmart to sleep. Total 116 miles and $177.81 for gas and groceries.Read more
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Day 125
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 9:00 AM
☀️ 45 °F
Altitude: 1,765 ft
United States Mount Nebo State Park 35.220473, -93.25111535°13’14” N 93°15’4” W
Mount Nebo State Park
December 5, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 45 °F
We had some time so decided to have breakfast and a hike a Mount Nebo State Park. It was gorgeous with 3 mile rim trail loop and as an added bonus, the bath house with hot showers was open! We even stayed for lunch before working our way back down the mountain.Read more
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Day 125
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 2:30 PM
☀️ 59 °F
Altitude: 666 ft
United States Waldron 34.900843, -94.09330934°54’3” N 94°5’36” W
Waldron research
December 5, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
We were petty sure we wanted to get the permaculture farm, so to the country seat in Waldron for research. Sunshine picked up a water quality test kit but it was only for bacteria. Then to the clerks office to look up past deeds to find mineral rights owners and see the plats. ResoNate explored town on the unicycle but forgot to grab photos.Read more
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Day 125–126
December 5, 2023 at 5:28 PM - December 6, 2023
1 night
🌙 50 °F
Altitude: 2,211 ft
United States White Oak Lookout Tower 34.979215, -93.94457234°58’45” N 93°56’40” W
White Oak Mountain campsite
Dec 5–6, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 50 °F
We had a closer campsite mapped but it didn't have service for our Skooliepalooza meeting. Once we went up White Oak Mountain Rd, there was no turning around. We had a quiet night with the cell towers but had to leave early to make it back down the mountain in time to see the homestead again. Total 93 milesRead more
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Day 126–127
December 6, 2023 at 10:00 AM - December 7, 2023
1 night
☀️ 46 °F
Altitude: 564 ft
United States Briscoe Creek 34.94951, -93.72081834°56’58” N 93°43’15” W
Permaculture Homestead
Dec 6–7, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 46 °F
We meet the realtors and family to go over a few other items on the property and then we explored on our own. They generously allowed us to stay and recharge the solar battery. In the am we walked to the swimming hole again and ensured we were in agreement on the offer before presenting to the family. They were excited to prepare us for this journey as their next step is moving onto a school bus and when they bought, they had moved from FL and the other family was moving to FL. Stange workings indeed. Total 24 miles.Read more
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Day 127
Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 5:02 PM
🌙 57 °F
Altitude: 364 ft
United States Russellville 35.272983, -93.13361135°16’23” N 93°8’1” W
Russellville Pizza & Christmas Parade
December 7, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 57 °F
We were so busy we had skipped lunch, so had a snack and drive to Russellville for the vegan pizza! Luckily we arrived early as it was the night of Christmas parade (largest in Arkansas) and the place was packed as we left. We enjoyed the parade and then back to the quiet Walmart in Dardanelle. Total 73 miles and $60.63 on food.Read more
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Day 128
Friday, December 8, 2023 at 8:22 AM
☁️ 55 °F
Altitude: 344 ft
United States Riverview Recreation Area 35.243401, -93.16998635°14’36” N 93°10’12” W
Breakfast on the flyway!
December 8, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 55 °F
We had breakfast at the Arkansas River Corps of Engineering picnic area. The best part were the thousands of geese flying overhead!
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Day 128
Friday, December 8, 2023 at 1:45 PM
☁️ 63 °F
Altitude: 364 ft
United States City Park 35.279097, -93.12368935°16’45” N 93°7’25” W
Russellville City Park
December 8, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
We had the oil light flicker so decided to get an oil change, so back to the Russellville Walmart. We ended up in the city Park for lunch of leftover pizza amongst the giant trees.
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Day 128
Friday, December 8, 2023 at 3:29 PM
☁️ 63 °F
Altitude: 302 ft
United States MacArthur Park 34.737918, -92.26734134°44’17” N 92°16’2” W
AR Museum of Fine Arts & MacArthur Park
December 8, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
We used our NARM pass at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. There were some great exhibits that we don't have any photos, so check out the website. We then had some fun in MacArthur Park. Sunshine went back to the museum for the trunk show. We stayed on the quiet side street. Total 89 miles and $68.64.Read more
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Day 129
Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 10:00 AM
🌧 61 °F
Altitude: 194 ft
United States Lonoke 34.780653, -91.91408434°46’50” N 91°54’51” W
Lonoke Community Center
December 9, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 61 °F
We had been set on shower and swim in the am, but the center we had in Little Rock still had their pool closed since last time through. We found this one in Lonoke that had a nice workout area and salt water pool with obstacle course and basketball hoop. Bonus, we were the only ones in the pool, a great deal for $5 each!Read more
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Day 129–130
December 9, 2023 at 3:30 PM - December 10, 2023
1 night
☀️ 63 °F
Altitude: 213 ft
United States Webb Lake 34.828097, -91.46694834°49’41” N 91°28’1” W
Webb Lake overnight
Dec 9–10, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
The night before we noticed the front headlight was out, so stopped at O'Reilly's and replaced it. Then noticing the coolant was low... so much for the check that was supposedly performed with oil change yesterday! We stayed at the first campsite off the rest area road last year and it was nice enough. Today we had enough time to explore and found this gorgeous site about 3/4 miles back and it was a bit quieter. 54 miles and $76.10 for gas, headlight, and coolant. We had breakfast at the rest area so we could use the facilities.Read more
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Day 130
Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 12:02 PM
☀️ 46 °F
Altitude: 262 ft
United States Wolf River Lagoon 35.156012, -90.05243735°9’22” N 90°3’9” W
Memphis
December 10, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 46 °F
We stopped to drop off recycling and had planned to walk the riverfront but there was only paid parking, so checked out the giant Bass Pro Shop pyramid instead.
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