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Title: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Larry Surtees on July 28, 2011, 02:02:00 AM
Been on a road trip for the past week. While traveling through Montana stopped for a quick visit with Doug and Karen. Doug and Karen are two of the nicest folks you will ever meet.

 (http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/Montana023.jpg)

The 5500 acre ranch surrounded by the majestic mountain ranges was just breathtaking.


 (http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/Montana033.jpg)


They welcomed us into their lovley home with kindness and hospitality.


 (http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/Montana029.jpg)

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Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: GRINCH on July 28, 2011, 02:13:00 AM
Larry sounds like an ideal trip,glad your enjoying it Doug and Karens hose looks like a trophy room,beautiful country and scenery.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Larry Surtees on July 28, 2011, 02:14:00 AM
Doug and Karen took time out of their busy schedul to give us a tour of the ranch.

 (http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/Montana035.jpg)

 (http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg20/lsurtees/Montana036.jpg)

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After a delicious lunch which included elk sausage that we tried for the first time, we had to say our goodbyes and get back on the road headed to Washington state.

Thank you so much for a great day Doug and Karen. It will be a day that wont be forgotten. Have safe travles this weekend.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: magnus on July 28, 2011, 05:57:00 AM
Wow what a beautiful location. I miss Montanna. Need to get back there. Thank you for sharing Larry. Brings back good memories.

I've only dealt with Doug on a knife deal but let me say a finer gentleman you won't meet. Good people for sure.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Jack Guard on July 28, 2011, 06:28:00 AM
Oh wow, talk about jealous.  Meeting the Cambells and hanging out in Montana.  

Two things on my bucket list.  

Way to go Larry.  You are leading the good life after retirement.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Mudd on July 28, 2011, 07:11:00 AM
:archer:

PS: I truly believe I could set up a camp along that stream and be content there for a month or so.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: LONGSTYKES on July 28, 2011, 08:15:00 AM
Larry, Glad you had a great visit with Doug and Karen, Yes they are the best, I am lucky enough to be able to have both as very good friends. Sorry that we could not connect on this trip, but my wife was very glad to meet you. Maybe next time. Have a great trip. God Bless Don
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: cacciatore on July 28, 2011, 09:14:00 AM
This is one of the best things about TG,the chance to meet great people and exchange the visit like old friends.Larry,both you and Doug are #1 on my list.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Hawkeye on July 28, 2011, 09:58:00 AM
Very nice that you could make the connection, Larry.  Looks like beautiful country, a lovely home, and great people!

Looks like the place is filled with interesting articles that would carry wonderful stories.  The elk statue is amazing, too!

What kind of Jeep-thingy is that in the pictures?  I've never seen one like it.
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Terry Green on July 28, 2011, 10:00:00 AM
:bigsmyl:     :wavey:
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: scedvm on July 28, 2011, 10:06:00 AM
Looks like a magnificent place!
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on July 28, 2011, 10:06:00 AM
Ughh, Lucky!

Good to hear, cant wait till tonight to see pics  :bigsmyl:    :campfire:
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Mark Baker on July 28, 2011, 10:31:00 AM
Larry....sorry we had to miss you.   Not enough "heads-up" and a full day planned.   Doug and Karen are two or our favorite people, and a prettier place to visit is tough to find.  Enjoy your trip!
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: amar911 on July 28, 2011, 11:37:00 AM
You are all fortunate to be able to meet one another and spend some time together. Wonderful folks all!!!

Allan
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: bolong on July 28, 2011, 12:11:00 PM
:thumbsup:  Thanks for sharing! Great pics!
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Post by: bayoulongbowman on July 28, 2011, 10:16:00 PM
LOVE THEM DOGS!!!!! :)   :wavey:
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: JAG on July 28, 2011, 10:44:00 PM
:bigsmyl:    :campfire:
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: gregg dudley on July 28, 2011, 11:19:00 PM
Good people all around.   :)
Title: Re: Met Doug and Karen Campbell today.
Post by: Doug Campbell on July 29, 2011, 12:20:00 AM
Thanks Larry and everybody else, the pleasure was all ours. Course y'all already know it but Larry is good folks and it was a pleasure meeting Renee, his daughter-in-law also. Hope the rest of your trip is smooth sailing.