And Away We Go!

To my first Bluegrass Festival! The rig is packed for every contingency (even the wine glasses were in their socks-thanks, Ann, for the tip). I caravanned with the Thompson's and after two fairly easy days of driving we arrived in Havasu Landing Resort and Casino. It's on the CA side of Lake Havasu, which is really the Colorado river. We dry camping and have the most beautiful view of the Lake and Havasu City. There's a pyrotechnic convention on the other side so we've been treated with fireworks every night. Saturday night rivaled a Disney spectactular

But the real reason we're here is the music..ohh, sweet pure sounds. I didn't know there were so many styles of bluegrass-I liked them all! Friday was very windy (30 mph) so everyone bundled up and the bands kept thanking the audience for sticking it out through the winds. Once the music started you forgot about anything else, and in spite of the wind it was a very sunny day. Next day was so perfect-beautiful sunshine, no wind to speak of, and great performers. Some had played before so I knew I was in for a treat. By far the Headliners, Dry Branch Fire Squad, were outstanding. Ron Thomanson-leader of the group-had us laughing so hard as he regaled us with some of his anecdotal stories. 

Sunday was the end of the Festival but not the end of fun for us. We took the ferry to Lake Havasu City and stood on the London Bridge! (More on that with pictures later).

Did I mention Casino???? The Chemehuevi Indian Tribe has a very nice enterprise-camping, casino, festivals, etc. In spite of the cold Gary gave Cecile, we braved the crowd andplayed a little every night. She's been very brave throughout the trip and willing to go along with just about anything.

We're leaving tomorrow (boo) for Quartzsite and then I'll leave my rig & car in the  very capable hands of the Thompson's while I fly away to visit my sisters in Leesburg, FL. You'll hear all about that trip on my next blog....Happy Travels!

Sunday