Two RV Gypsies traveled the USA, Alaska, and Canada in 2009

Lee and Karen Duquette,
The Two RV Gypsies: Full-Time RVers

travels in 2009
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Trip #2 - 2009

Before traveling out of Florida in 2009, the two RV Gypsies had to wait for word from the detective about Brian Duquette's case. Besides, it was winter time and hard to travel in the RV and it was nice to be around family for awhile.

The two RV Gypsies wintered in their RV at Markham Park in Broward County, Florida and took care of family business. This was a sad time for them so they did not do much, but they did do some local things with the family and friends who even planned a birthday party for Karen at America's Backyard and there were 90 guests and a lot of fun. plus a return visit in March.

A few photos from a Valentine's Day line dance party, a Mardi Gras party, and St. Patrick's Day green outfits in 2009.

On March 3, 2009 the two RV Gypsies drove over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Tampa, Florida because they wanted to meet up with some of Karen Duquette's cousins, that she does not get to see often.

March 4 - 5 - The two RV Gypsies enjoyed Tampa, Florida because they met up with some of Karen's cousins who had called her and said they were in the area, and they seldom manage to get together.
They went to Boyett's Citrus Attraction, Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach and more.

March 20, 2009 - Back in Broward, Karen Duquette's friend Jeanne Trembly wanted Karen to perform on stage with her at a Gong Show. Thirty (30) family and friends of Karen and Jeanne attended the show.The Gong Show. Since they had brought so many people, the manager put them on stage last and by then the Judges were DRUNK as can be and very rude.

March 22, 2009 - Then it was time for the family to go to Peanut Island to scatter Brian Duquette's ashes. Brian always said he intended to retire early and rich, and "veg out" on a private island, so the family thought this to be an appropriate place. He would have succeed too, if given the chance.

11. The detective told the two RV Gypsies to start traveling again because it will be YEARS before the trial in Orlando, so they left Markham Park on March 29, 2009 - destination: ALASKA for the summer, with short stops along the way. They arrived at Lee's Country Campground in White Springs, Florida on March 31, 2009, learned about White Sulphur Springs (a healing ground), and then visited Big Shoals State Park. They left White Springs on April 2, 2009. Photos can be found by choosing #11 on the above map.

12. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 2 - 4, 2009 Styx River Campground in Robertsdale, Alabama. It rained heavily all the way there and it was a scary drive at times. The driving area and most of Alabama was under tornado watch the entire drive the two RV Gypsies were there. The park has an indoor pool and hot tub, but they were closed - what a disappointment. Also in this section, there are photos driving through Mobile, Alabama and a visit to Bellingrath Gardens in Theodore, Alabama, plus a cruise on The Southern Bell River Cruiser and the Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile, Alabama and more. Check out #12 on the above map for photos.

13. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 4 - 6, 2009 Lakeside RV Park in Livingston, Louisiana where the two RV Gypsies met Midnight and Snowflake. Then they continued on to the International Festival in Baton Rouge and a brief tour of Louisiana's Old State Capitol building, the Baton Rouge River Center and the USS KIDD. Check out #13 on the map above.

14. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 6 - 8, 2009 Turtle Bayou RV Park in Wallisville, Texas. Since MOB broke down in Louisiana, time here was mostly spent getting MOB fixed. But the two RV Gypsies met Elvin Hayes who is in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Check out #14 on the map above. (Note: MOB stands for My Orange Baby, the orange HHR tow car of the two RV Gypsies. A tow car is often referred to by RVers as a toad.)

15. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 8 -10, 2009 - Admiralty RV Resort in San Antonio, Texas. There is so much history here, including, of course, the Alamo, the City of San Antonio, Japanese Gardens and Mission San Jose. The two RV Gypsies met new RV friends here. Check out #15 on the above map for photos.

16. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 10 - 12, 2009 Circle Bar RV Park in Ozona, Texas, listed as "the biggest small city in America." The local attraction here is the Davie Crockett Statue and museum - a hero at the Battle of the Alamo. The two RV Gypsies also went to San Angelo State Park and saw prairie dogs, a long-eared jackrabbit, and wild turkeys. There was a hail storm the night before they left. Check out #16 on the above map.

17. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 12 - 14, 2009 - MT. View RV Park in Van Horn, Texas. The majestic landscape here is amazing. The two RV Gypsies took a trip to Guadalupe Mountain National Park in Pine Springs, Texas, an 86,416 acre park bordering New Mexico that boasts to be the highest point in the state of Texas at 8,749 feet - Guadalupe Peak, and the two RV Gypsies hiked up the mountain - OMG - talk about aching feet! Check out #17 on the above map.

18. The two RV Gypsies took a bit longer stop on the way to Alaska -- April 14 - 17, 2009- Sunny Acres RV Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico, in order to visit their friends, Jerry and Carole who live in Las Cruces. It was a wonderful two days seeing the White Sands, The Space Mural and more. Thank you Jerry and Carole for entertaining us and showing us around. Check out #18 on the above map.

19. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 17 - 19, 2009-- SSS Valley Vista in Benson, Arizona - Here the two RV Gypsies hiked Chiricahua Mountain, a strenuous hike with amazing balanced rock formations, plus toured Dragoon Mountain which was also amazing. Check out #19 on the above map.

20. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 19 - 21, 2009- - Saddle Mountain RV Park in Tonopah, Arizona. Here Karen went to the El Dorado Hot Springs to relax a while. Then the two RV Gypsies went to Eagle Tail Mountain Wolf Sanctuary and got to meet some amazing wolves and the two people who work hard to care for them. The two RV Gypsies really urge you to visit them when you are in the area. Check out #20 on the above map

21. A bit longer stop on the way to Alaska -- April 21 - 27, 2009- - Mountain Lakes at Lytle Creek, California located at an elevation of 3,200 feet in a secluded, scenic valley. It has twin lakes and a stream running through the park. The two RV Gypsies spent time with Karen's youngest sister, Ilse. Ilse, Karen and Lee went to Venice Beach and later rode the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up Chino Canyon. It was Ilse's first time on an aerial tram and she was nervous. They also hiked part of Big Bear Mountain. Check out #21 on the above map.

22. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 27 - 30, 2009 - Kaweah Park Resort at Three Rivers, California near Sequoia National Park. - Designated in 1890, Sequoia National Park features many trees which are named after famous United States Generals. The world's most voluminous tree, the General Sherman Tree, is located in Sequoia National Park. Also featured in the park are the Crystal Caves, Lodgepole Village, and the Trail of Sequoias. Check out #22 on the map above. This was one of Karen's favorite places.

23. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 30 - May 3, 2009 - Indian Flat RV Park in El Portal, California. Here the two RV Gypsies visited Yosemite National Park. Amazing photos of Bridal Falls and more are posted. Check out #23 on the map above.

24. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- May 3 - 6, 2009 - The City of San Francisco and North Petaluma KOA in Petaluma, California. The two RV Gypsies walked the Golden Gate Bridge. They also went to the Armstrong Woods State Reserve and saw the giant redwood trees. The weather was cloudy and there was lots of fog but photos are posted on the map above anyway. Check out #24 on the above map

25. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- May 6 - 8, 2009 - Bear Mountain Resort and Campground in Redding, California. Here the two RV Gypsies went to Shasta Dam - the second largest dam in the continental United States, got up close to four more deer, and also went to the Sundial Bridge, which is amazing. Check out #25 on the above map.

26. Another quick stop, this time at American RV Resorts in Talent Oregon. Arriving on May 8th and leaving on May 10th. Finally a campground with internet. Check out #26 on the map above.

27. Arrived May 10th at Thousand Trails in Florence Oregon and left on May 13. Some really great photos are posted on the map above - extreme dune buggy rides, sand dunes and more. Check out #27 on the map above. This is one of Karen's favorite places.

28. Arrived May 13th in Silver Creek Washington and left on May 15. Photos of Seattle and Mount St. Helens and more. Check out #28 on the map above

29. On May 15, 2009 - The two RV Gypsies arrived in British Columbia, Canada and visited Harrison Hot Springs, Hell's Gate Aerial Tram, Hixon Falls, Vancouver, Capilano Suspension bridge, and Grouse Mountain. They also saw some crazy drivers and wonderful chainsaw sculptures. Then they arrived at Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway, plus Liard Hot Springs, Citrus Lake Provincial Park and more

30. May 31, 2009 - The Yukon Territory - The Signpost Forest at Watson Lake, a fox in the campground, and another view of the Continental Divide.

31. June 1 - August 19, 2009 - ALASKA - Tok, Chicken, Mount Wrangel, Valdez, Glacier View, Palmer, Portage, Whittier, Seward, Kenai Fjords, Soldotna, Anchor Point, Homer, Talkeetna, Mt. McKinley, Denali, Fairbanks, Chena Hot Springs, North Pole, Delta Junction, Richardson Highway, Glennallen, Palmer, Anchorage, Wasilla, Haines, Hyder - campgrounds, hiking on glaciers, glacier excursions, ATV rides in the backcountry, jeep ride in the backcountry, covered wagon tour, dog cart ride, ice museum, hot springs, jet boat ride, float plane ride, lots of wildlife and more

32a. Stewart, British Columbia - August 20, 2009

32b Hyder Alaska and a close up encounter with Grizzly Bears - August 21, 2009

The two RV Gypsies had to drive through British Columbia before getting back to the USA. (Smithers, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof and Prince George - the Icefield Parkway and lots more)

33. August 31, 2009 - September 2, 2009 - Roosville, Montana - Glacier National Park - several falls, Hungry Horse Dam, Black Bear, and wild horses. Check out Site #33

34. September 3 - 5, 2009 - Anaconda, Montana - Fairmont Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park, mud pots, and the 45th parallel of latitude Halfway between Equator and the real North Pole - Check out site #34

35. Big Horn, Montana (Buffalo Country) September 7 - 8, 2009- Yellowtail Dam, and amazing scenery while boating "Montana's Best Kept Secret" OK-A-BEH

36. Wyoming (the 44th state) and Crazy Woman Campground - September 9, 2009

37. Badlands National Park - South Dakota plus the jackalope, the Corn Palace, Wall Drug (as seen on the travel channel) and more. - September 10 - 11, 2009

38. Mall of America - Minnesota, plus some windmills - September 12 - 13, 2009

39. Forest City, Iowa - the Winnebago Factory - Grotto of The Redemption - and a rose for Brian Lee Duquette

40. September 24 - 27, 2009 - Wisconsin - The Cranberry Festival, and Wisconsin Dells and the non jet boat ride

41. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin and a visit with a friend, Cam Chapman - plus the famous boat featured on the Travel Channel - September 28, 2009

42. September 30, 2009 - A day trip to Chicago, Illinois with our host and personal friend, Cam Chapman - Wrigley Field, - and Historic Route 66
43. October 3, 2009 (plus a 1987 Flashback) . St. Louis, Missouri and the Gateway Arch
44. October 4, 2009 - Metropolis, Illinois - the Home of SUPERMAN - plus Big John
45. October 5 - 6, 2009 . Cadia, Kentucky - and the Land Between The Lakes (LBL)
46, October 7, 2009 . Corbin, Kentucky - Cumberland Falls, plus the birthplace of KFC and some raccoons
47. October 8, 2009 A drive through Tennessee and then into Cleveland and Helen Georgia
The two RV Gypsies arrived back in Florida, parked their RV in The Pierce's backyard in DeLand while they spent time with their good friends. (no photos were taken). Then it they visited their friends in The Villages (again, no photos were taken) and eventually headed back to Markham Park in Broward County. Then Karen went on a line dance cruise to the Caribbean, October 24 through November 1, 2009. Other family photos taken in November are not posted here. Thanksgiving, Lady Ta Ta, and Christmas 2009 in Broward County, Florida

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Before traveling out of Florida in 2009, the two RV Gypsies had to wait for word from the detective about Brian Duquette's case. Besides, it was winter time and hard to travel in the RV and it was nice to be around family for awhile.

A few photos from a Valentine's Day line dance party, a Mardi Gras party, and St. Patrick's Day green outfits in 2009.

On March 3, 2009 the two RV Gypsies drove over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Tampa, Florida because they wanted to meet up with some of Karen Duquette's cousins, that she does not get to see often.

March 4 - 5 - The two RV Gypsies enjoyed Tampa, Florida because they met up with some of Karen's cousins who had called her and said they were in the area, and they seldom manage to get together. They went to Boyett's Citrus Attraction, Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach and more.

23. Another short stop on the way to Alaska -- April 30 - May 3, 2009 - Indian Flat RV Park in El Portal, California. Here the two RV Gypsies visited Yosemite National Park. Amazing photos of Bridal Falls and more are posted. Check out #23 on the map above.

26. Another quick stop, this time at American RV Resorts in Talent Oregon. Arriving on May 8th and leaving on May 10th. Finally a campground with internet. Check out #26 on the map above.

27. Arrived May 10th at Thousand Trails in Florence Oregon and left on May 13. Some really great photos are posted on the map above - extreme dune buggy rides, sand dunes and more. Check out #27 on the map above. This is one of Karen's favorite places.

28. Arrived May 13th in Silver Creek Washington and left on May 15. Photos of Seattle and Mount St. Helens and more. Check out #28 on the map above

30. May 31, 2009 - The Yukon Territory - The Signpost Forest at Watson Lake, a fox in the campground, and another view of the Continental Divide.

32b Hyder Alaska and a close up encounter with Grizzly Bears - August 21, 2009

The two RV Gypsies had to drive through British Columbia before getting back to the USA. (Smithers, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof and Prince George - the Icefield Parkway and lots more)

42. September 30, 2009 - A day trip to Chicago, Illinois with our host and personal friend, Cam Chapman - Wrigley Field, - and Historic Route 66

43. October 3, 2009 (plus a 1987 Flashback) . St. Louis, Missouri and the Gateway Arch

44. October 4, 2009 - Metropolis, Illinois - the Home of SUPERMAN - plus Big John

45. October 5 - 6, 2009 . Cadia, Kentucky - and the Land Between The Lakes (LBL)

46, October 7, 2009 . Corbin, Kentucky - Cumberland Falls, plus the birthplace of KFC and some raccoons

47. October 8, 2009 A drive through Tennessee and then into Cleveland and Helen Georgia

Thanksgiving, Lady Ta Ta, and Christmas 2009 in Broward County, Florida

AFTER you have seen all of the above sites continue on for the travels of the two RV Gypsies in 2010

OR ---- choose from the navigational buttons shown below

OR Continue navigation of this large website in the order of your choice via the buttons below.

OR - - Click here for maps and descriptions of travel BY YEAR

March 4 - 5 - The two RV Gypsies enjoyed Tampa, Florida because they met up with some of Karen's cousins who had called her and said they were in the area, and they seldom manage to get together.
They went to Boyett's Citrus Attraction, Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach and more.