nana25k Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 Once again our friend Walt Tegge has called and asked us to put out the word for him. This position starts April 1 thru end of Oct. Back Bay National NWR is located on a barrier island at the southern end of Va. Beach, bordered on east by the Atlantic Ocean and on the west by a body of water called Back Bay. To the south is False Cape State Park. This is actually the beginning of the barrier islands that stretch into North Carolina. The RV site is located at a very quiet, private site called Horn Point which is the canoe & kayak launch. Right on the west side of the bay, it is a haven for birds and other wild life. The site is gated at night.There is electric & non potable water. (We found this suitable for bathing and doing laundry in our own machines). The refuge provides potable water in 5 gallon containers.We found this set up to be easy and extremely workable. The sewer is easily emptied into a clean out opening at the public toilet near by. (No it doesn't smell!!!) I believe that there are laundry facilities available a few miles away in a refuge building. Duties include: being a public face of the refuge on the site, greeting guests, keeping the on site public restroom clean ( those who know me well understand that in many facilities this would be a non starter for us but because the usage is low its an easy job done mostly with a broom and a hose Its a very nice concrete building). Mowing the grass at the site, assisting at the fee booth of the refuge proper, assistance with maintenance as your talents permit. Also assisting with other refuge programs. We also assisted with the hog hunt while we were there which was actually a fun experience. The commitment I believe is still 24 hours per person (for a couple) and does require at least one day on the weekend on site the whole day. People come in just to sit by the water, no power boats are permitted, We found that living on site was easy and fun and we easily covered more than 24 hours just sitting there day to day. While the site seems remote it is actually about a 10 minute drive to all of the shopping, restaurants etc that you would need. If you are retired military both Dam Neck & Oceana Naval bases are near by as well. We loved our time there and if our children still lived in the area we would be back in a heart beat. Please contact Walt Tegge at 757-821-1847 or Walter_Tegge@fwa.gov Tell him Linda & Ron sent you Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjhunter01 Posted January 16, 2015 Report Share Posted January 16, 2015 Seven months is just too long, I tried to get Walt to let us host for 2 months last year, but he wanted a full season host. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesykes Posted January 20, 2015 Report Share Posted January 20, 2015 My wife Dana and I were the hosts there for the past two summers and agree with Nana25k, It's a great place to spend the summer. Great folks to work with and a nice area to visit. Lots to do and see in the area. If you have any questions that I'll be glad to answer. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted January 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 Glad you chimed in Mike as your experience there is more recent.I know Walt enjoyed having you there Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 7 months in a near primative site is too long. Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted January 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Actually we found it not near primative at all. When it was time to dump the tanks we just ran our extended sewer hose over to the clean out and let it dump. The site is actually part wetland area and very protected. Its so beautiful and such an easy gig it worth every minute. I can't stress how beautiful it is Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Cellular data availability? Voice? Amount of power? (AC would be necessary there most of the summer) Full sun, or shaded? Dogs allowed? On sand, or hard pack? (issue with an HDT on sand). Can it take a 45' trailer and a 30' truck? Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted January 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 Cellular data availability? Voice? Our Verizon worked just fine. I can't remember but I think we needed our Wilson's antena for our the air card. Amount of power? (AC would be necessary there most of the summer) 50amp Full sun, or shaded? Dogs allowed? On sand, or hard pack? (issue with an HDT on sand). Mostly full sun, I would imagine your dog would be fine. I think the pad is concrete but the area is hard pack and the actual parking lot is blacktop. Can it take a 45' trailer and a 30' truck? I will get you an actual address so you can google earth it. I think with your experience you can get it in. Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCW Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 ...Dogs allowed?... When I worked there during the summer a couple of years in the 70's, they had a very healthy population of cottonmouths/water moccasins don't know if that has changed or not. Dog Heartworm was very common in the area and I suspect lyme disease may also be an issue for dogs in that area. So you will may have to take some precautions with your dog(s). The one that dies with the most toys is still dead! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mesykes Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 We had Verizon and cellular and mifi worked 4G. I think a 45 foot fiver would fit without a problem, ours is 40 and we had plenty room. We parked our dually next to our trailer. Dogs are allowed for host. but not for visitors. We had ours there without a problem. The address for the site is 1008 Horn Point Rd. Virginia Beach, VA. There is 50 amp service. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted January 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2015 Thanks Mike for posting the Addy. Was tied up with a family matter and didnt have time to look it up. Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted January 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2015 When I worked there during the summer a couple of years in the 70's, they had a very healthy population of cottonmouths/water moccasins don't know if that has changed or not. Dog Heartworm was very common in the area and I suspect lyme disease may also be an issue for dogs in that area. So you will may have to take some precautions with your dog(s). Yep the snakes are there since they are native. However we never had them on the actual site that I remember. You will see them along the road especially after a prolonged rain. The bay water is wind driven not tidal Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarDreamers.us Posted March 19, 2015 Report Share Posted March 19, 2015 Sounds like a very good place to spend the summer. But, that is a long time in one location. Thanks for posting. Safe Travels! SKP #89742 - Lifetime membership - Member of the SKP Class of 2007Good Sam Club - Lifetime MemberDataStorm #5423Passport America - Lifetime MemberSons Of The American Revolution (SAR) - Lifetime MemberAmerican Legion - USAF - Lifetime MemberRotary Club Member - 30 years Escapee CARE Supporter National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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