The Nomadic Butler Clan

Blog Post #46 - Written February 10, 2026 Stay: August 2-7, 2025 It’s time for the reign of Megan to begin! Ok, so Gary’s been especially busy (or in his words, "lazy") and this blog has gotten quite a bit behind.   So, I made Gary a deal, either I drive the trailer and he writes while we drive, or I can take over.   To prevent the many deaths that would occur if I took over hauling this beast around, Gary finally relinquished control over the blog.   MWAHAHAHA! After our harrowing escape from Flaming Gorge, we ventured down into Utah Valley to visit with more family, friends, and old haunts. Gary’s brother, David, hosted us in his driveway up in North Salt Lake area.   And we mostly fit! Only needed a couple of foam pads wedged between the tree and our windows to prevent scratching. On Sunday, we realized just how busy and congested Utah had gotten as we tried to see as many people as possible.   I met up with my ‘bosom friend’ Kelsey for a quick meetup at ...

Blog Post #45 - Written December 7, 2025 Stay: July 28 - August 1, 2025 Almost a year before our trip, I planned a Butler Siblings Family Reunion camping trip to Flaming Gorge. Starting in 2020, my brothers have planned a backpacking trip each summer to get away from the busy hubbub and reconnect with each other and with Mother Nature. A few of us weren't able to make it last year, and I knew my sisters and some of our wives and kids felt left out, so we planned a family campout for 2025. Unfortunately, my parents couldn't make it because they're serving a church mission in Tempe, AZ.  This was our only fixed/set plan that we had to schedule the rest of our RV trip around, which influenced our route and speed. But we made it! Which was a miracle, because the road into Flaming Gorge from Rawlins is treacherous with a trailer. It was very up-and-down and pretty windy and steep in many places. After we got there, I immediately dreaded having to leave,  but more on that later h...