Checking in with the Forest Rangers

Called the folks regarding Dispersed Camping in the Tillamook Forest. "For information about the locations of designated dispersed campsites contact the Tillamook District Recreation Unit at 503.842.2545." Left a voicemail and hopefully will hear back regarding information on 'designated' sites. I think these could be nice sites to go to on some of my first trips.
I'm also looking at no dispersed sites that are 'walk-in' or more private than most camping sites I've previously stayed at. I think these style of sites might work best when going camping with Stef-Anie. Mostly primitive, but also 'set sites' that can guarantee minimal having to look around for a site that I can see my wonderful wife having minimal patience for. Knowing where to go, for example, Campgrounds in the Tillamook State Forset, that are walk-in, will give the piece of mind that will help on the intitial trips.

Stef-Anie and I are going out to the coast to stay with friends at their folks beach house and we're going to drive along OR HWY 6 to get there. I've made a list of four campsites that might fit the bill for 'walk-in' but still primitive and quiet campsites. Most sites will not open until mid-May for camping, but hopefully a little reconnaissance work will help give us a better idea as to spots that could work.

Gear Update:
I took my REI sleeping bag that had unstitched itself at the seam and was loosing it's stuffing into REI for them to repair. (The same bag I took to Malawi and many other wonderful adventures.) They said it was effectively easier for them to replace my bag with one they had in stock versus sending it off to be repaired. Sadly I conceded to the fact that they were right and I went through the process of picking out a new bag with a staff member who was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable.

I received a credit for my old bag and bought a new Big Agnes Lulu +15 Sleeping Bag. I was a little under on my credit, but the bag only cost me about $25 with the credit. I also bough my very own REI Membership. Sorry Dad, no more dividends from me. 10% back at the end of the year is a nice perk, plus I know the money I've saved using my dad's card at gear sales more than makes up for the one time $20 cost.

Now to make a list of gear to look for at the next sale.