I remember going to California with Dad. Back in ’48, an old Chevy Coupe is all we had. He hung a canvas water bag over the radiator cap. I the (the bag) was a long way from us kids in the back. Two things remain vivid in my mind: The very hot desert, thirst, and boredom all the time! I thought then of how good the old trail drivers had it? I mean, plenty of sights, lots of water, and excitement! …