It is the middle of October 2006.  After visiting Panama
in our RV, Mark, the dogs, and I crossed back into Nicaragua
a few days prior, and are now in the good company of Chris and Mel from Canada. ...

Yes, it is possible! Is it dangerous? No! Is it hassle free? No!

Mark, his dogs Darwin and Kali, and I explored Mexico and Central America for the whole year of 2006. We drove our truck camper all the way to Panama, over the Canal, and back. It was great to have our own (comfortable, but small)...