Bad weather happens when you are home, when you travel, it happens whenever. It’s nature at work; a reality at times. In the southwest USA, we truly look forward to our bad weather being a good rain storm! Is this monsoon season or is this just a good rain? Shall I change my outdoor plans or not?

Recently I was absolutely amazed to have come upon a new item on camping reservation forms! I was making travel plans. Simply I wanted to reserve a campsite in the USA. While entering payment info, this pops up:

This business must be a great idea for the person collecting the money and the camper who needs a guarantee. I needed to reserve a camping site in another state. I knew it would have a different weather pattern so I was curious to see if there is a weather guarantee. Here is what came up:

Okay, a lower per day rate for my 3 day camping stay in this other state, plus it has to rain 3 plus hours. Very interesting! Still, not interested in purchasing the “Sensible weather”. The whole point of being outdoors is to enjoy the outdoors, whatever it may be. Rain, hurricanes, tornadoes, high winds … OMG, maybe high winds is the next need for peace of mind! But I did wonder about the rain at night. How many times did I wish to mountain bike the day after a rainstorm at night and could not ride the trails? (Do not ride your bike on muddy trails as it creates ruts and begins to ruin a trail.) Now that might be a guarantee I would be interested in … or not!

Weather can ruin or force changes in a planned event. I know that; been there myself. Outdoor high school graduations were when I was forced to watch weather patterns across New York State for a week ahead of the event. I am sure people do the same for their outdoor picnic, wedding, or whatever. Just when I think I have seen it all, “Sensible Weather” is now on people’s radar to have, if needed and available in your area. And don’t forget, you’ll still need an umbrella and/or raincoat. (Could it please rain in AZ!)