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Beat the Summer Heat, Hike above 10,000' in Sandia Mountains
On the East side of the Sandias, there are several great trails above 10k' that are great hikes in the summer heat. This time we hiked from the Ellis parking lot again, but headed North on Ellis Trail. Wildflowers are starting to bloom at this altitude.
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Easy Hike with Amazing Views! Sandia Mountains New Mexico
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Parking at the Ellis lot, we hiked a loop going towards the Tram station, short down and up the La Luz connector trail, then back on Rocky Point trail to the Ellis lot. Total mileage was 2.5 miles but the whole hike was above 10k' elevation.
Easy Hike to San Gregorio Reservoir | Santa Fe National Forest, New Mexico
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A beautiful hike.... but lousy weather! We had a huge snowfall in winter, and a late spring melt, so the whole area was rather swampy. It was WINDY on the day of our hike, so with the mushy ground, the hike ended at the reservoir. San Pedro Parks Wilderness is a natural area, please keep it that way!
FREE Camping, Boondocking, Dispersed Camping! FR 70 in Santa Fe National Forest New Mexico
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Forest Road 70 in the northern section of Santa Fe National Forest, just EAST of the town of Cuba.... is FREE camping! FR70 is only open from Mid-May to early Oct. We will take a drive and show you what it looks like! So many great campsites! This was filmed Memorial Day weekend 2024 so it was very busy... most weekends will probably be less crowded.
Rio de las Vacas Campground | Santa Fe National Forest - Full Review!
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3-day weekend visit to Rio de Las Vacas Campground near San Pedro Parks Wilderness and Cuba, New Mexico. Beautiful high altitude campground in the alpine forest and ELK herd sighting! Definitely do reservations early: www.recreation.gov Campground is full every weekend. No HOOKUPS, No dump station No wifi or cell service
Backpacking the Gila West Fork River Trail, Gila Wilderness - New Mexico
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WOW WOW WOW.... the West Fork trail of the Gila is SPECTACULAR! Trail begins at the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument parking lot. We had a fantastic time. I will have link to our other recent trip to visit the Cliff dwellings at the end of this video. #Gilawilderness #NeweMexico #GilaNationalForest
Mesa Campground at Lake Roberts, New Mexico - Review and Walk-thru
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Mesa Campground is by Lake Roberts in the southern portion of the Gila National Forest. Silver City is the nearest town, so make sure to gas up and bring all supplies you need. There is a small general store nearby for ice and basic needs, but nothing more. Gila Cliff Dwellings are approx 30 minutes north of here, on Hwy 15.
Hiking in the Desert - Sometimes is like a box of Chocolates! Sandia foothills hike, New Mexico
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Hiking in the Foothills of the Sandias, hoping to find some blooming wildflowers and cactus! It has been a really wet couple of months, much more than normal here. The cactus should be blooming soon as well as all the wildflowers. I am predicting a very colorful May!!!
Exploring the Amazing Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument in southern New Mexico
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This place is so amazing, everyone should visit here if you love ancient civilizations and history. It is now FEE FREE, so no charge at all. There is a welcome center down the road as well as a Ranger Station and Bookstore at the Ruins parking lot. Please visit them all. Website: www.nps.gov/gicl/index.htm
Our Current Tent Camping Sleep System - What we take Glamping! Gear Review
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A short video to show our sleeping system for Tent Camping/Glamping in 2024. If you want to see more videos like this, or specific GEAR reviews by Ron, please let us know in the comments below!
Free Camping near the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument | New Mexico
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Upper and Lower Scorpion Campgrounds are walking distance to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument and are FREE FREE FREE. They are first-come only so they can fill up each night, especially during tourist season.
Bisti Badlands Wilderness - Let's Get Lost in the Desert | Why we love New Mexico
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Bisti Badlands, New Mexico 45,000 Acres of Hoodoos and Out-of-this-World Rock formations! There is a pit toilet at the trailhead, no water at all. Best Route to get there is from Hwy 371...it is paved and you won't have to drive in the sand, like we did, coming from Hwy 550.
New Camping Vehicle + Vista Linda Campground Review!
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We Did It.... we upgraded our Tent Camping Adventure Vehicle with a New 2024 Honda Passport Trailsport AWD vehicle. We also did a Day trip visit to Vista Linda Campground in the Jemez Mountains to check it out. This campground is off State Hwy 4, in the Santa Fe National Forest, just 1 hour north of Albuquerque.
Paradise Beach Cozumel - Is it worth the Hype?
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Paradise Beach Club - we've never been there! This was our first time and we wanted to see if its worth all the hype on UA-cam.
Costa Maya - Fantastic Excursion with Native Choice! Chacchoben ruins and lunch in a Mayan village
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The Native Choice Tour - Mayan Experience We visited the ruins of Chacchoben, then the village where we had lunch at a Mayan families home. What a great, informative, and fun day! www.thenativechoice.com Book with a small deposit, then pay balance on arrival
Carnival Jubilee - Roatan - Mahogany Bay | Tabyana Beach - Looking for a relaxing beach day?
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Carnival Jubilee - Roatan - Mahogany Bay | Tabyana Beach - Looking for a relaxing beach day?
Carnival Jubilee - The Bolt Rollercoaster at Sea!
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Carnival Jubilee - The Bolt Rollercoaster at Sea!
Carnival Jubilee - Is this our NEW favorite ship? A Preview of our cruise
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Carnival Jubilee - Is this our NEW favorite ship? A Preview of our cruise
My Favorite Winter Hiking Trail in the Sandias | Pino Trail
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My Favorite Winter Hiking Trail in the Sandias | Pino Trail
Winter Hiking in New Mexico? Where to hike in Albuquerque \\ White Ridge Trails
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Winter Hiking in New Mexico? Where to hike in Albuquerque \\ White Ridge Trails
Camping Plans in New Mexico for Spring 2024 | We have BIG adventures planned!
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Camping Plans in New Mexico for Spring 2024 | We have BIG adventures planned!
Navigating a New Trail area using a Phone App | Alltrails maps
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Navigating a New Trail area using a Phone App | Alltrails maps
Happy New Year! 2024 Hiking plans and stuff
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Happy New Year! 2024 Hiking plans and stuff
2023 Year in Review | Travels and Adventures in New Mexico
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2023 Year in Review | Travels and Adventures in New Mexico
OUR Top 10 Favorite Campgrounds in New Mexico | Camping in New Mexico
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OUR Top 10 Favorite Campgrounds in New Mexico | Camping in New Mexico
2023 - Our Favorite Experiences of the Year! Camping and Hiking - New Mexico adventures
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2023 - Our Favorite Experiences of the Year! Camping and Hiking - New Mexico adventures
Our Favorite Alpine Lake Hikes - Day Hikes and Backpacking trips - New Mexico
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Our Favorite Alpine Lake Hikes - Day Hikes and Backpacking trips - New Mexico
New Mexico State Parks - Why YOU should buy an Annual Park Pass!
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New Mexico State Parks - Why YOU should buy an Annual Park Pass!
Hoodoo Trail, Ojito Wilderness | Jemez, New Mexico
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Hoodoo Trail, Ojito Wilderness | Jemez, New Mexico
Be Prepared for ANY Weather! Sandia Mountains Albuquerque New Mexico
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Be Prepared for ANY Weather! Sandia Mountains Albuquerque New Mexico

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  • @richardzamora7635
    @richardzamora7635 День тому

    Santa Fe tract at Pecos is my fAv.

  • @mammothwagon
    @mammothwagon 3 дні тому

    That's northern NM.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 2 дні тому

      We always consider the Jemez as Central NM, as it is so close to our home here in ABQ. Thanks for watching.

  • @RobinSchalk
    @RobinSchalk 5 днів тому

    Have you camped at Santa Cruze Lake?

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 5 днів тому

      No, we haven't made it there yet. Might have to check it out in Fall. Thanks for watching!

  • @RobinSchalk
    @RobinSchalk 6 днів тому

    Have to camped at Santa Cruz lake?

  • @RobinSchalk
    @RobinSchalk 6 днів тому

    Have to camped at Santa Cruz lake?

  • @roberthopkins7142
    @roberthopkins7142 6 днів тому

    Where does Holyhead come in this video? 🤔

  • @eutimiochavez415
    @eutimiochavez415 8 днів тому

    Great reviews thank you❤❤❤

  • @wbehrens62
    @wbehrens62 9 днів тому

    A sweet gem in central NM. Fond memory of my father and I staying here before a visit to the VLA (rip pops). It was our goto site for Astronomical Imaging. I like to collect the pinon pine sap to use as incense during Christmas back home. My favorite BLM sight in NM.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 9 днів тому

      Awesome! We really liked Datil Well, too, loved the quiet and how spread out the sites were there. We'll definitely go back. thanks for watching!

  • @Jmortimore23
    @Jmortimore23 9 днів тому

    I have enjoyed your videos for a couple of years now. I just noticed the payment option so here's a little back payment. Thanks for what you two do!! I am a Northeast Heights Widow who wants to start hiking more. You provide great information.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 9 днів тому

      Thank you!!! Wow, glad to have helped in any of your camping adventures!

  • @ejs6010
    @ejs6010 10 днів тому

    Nice choices. We enjoy Datil Wells, also Percha Dam (south of Truth or Consequences).

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 10 днів тому

      Thanks. We haven't been to Percha Dam yet, maybe later this year. Thanks for watching.

  • @marthaee
    @marthaee 11 днів тому

    I so love Ellis! I read somewhere that they were gonna build a road back in there, that’s why it’s so open.. glad they decided not to! A few years ago for some odd reason I started that trail kinda late in the afternoon.. I saw 7 turkeys, 4 deer and a big o bear! The most wildlife I have ever seen on a hike in the Sandias!

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 11 днів тому

      Awesome! I usually see the most wildlife on Crest trail early in the morning. I actually almost walked into a mule deer once, he was just standing there and I was looking around. We scared each other! LOL Love the Sandias!

  • @patricestidham8295
    @patricestidham8295 11 днів тому

    Love the video! Thanks for identifying the plants.

  • @robbh6894
    @robbh6894 11 днів тому

    It was nice to meet you! Ellis is one of our favorite early morning hikes and we’ve seen many deer and turkeys in the open meadow areas.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 9 днів тому

      Same here! Great to meet you. Ellis is a new trail for us but we love it. We usually do 10k or the Crest trail.

  • @TrekkingwithDebandMike
    @TrekkingwithDebandMike 11 днів тому

    It is so green there. We are sweating here in Quebec. Are you using a gopro? I tried to use my phone for videos and found it to be not that great. Just ordered one.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 11 днів тому

      Yes, we use a GoPro 10 for most of our videos. Thanks for watching.

  • @t.c.4933
    @t.c.4933 13 днів тому

    This is without a doubt the best video on the Gila I've seen. Thank you so much!😊

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 12 днів тому

      Thank you but its not the Gila, its up north in the SF forest northside of the Jemez.

  • @brayleehedrick2861
    @brayleehedrick2861 13 днів тому

    My husband, son, and I always make it a priority to hike this trail. IMO it is the best trail to bring kids along! My son was 1 year old the first time we went.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 12 днів тому

      We agree! It is a great trail to get anyone started hiking. Thanks for watching.

  • @brandonhoff1154
    @brandonhoff1154 13 днів тому

    I recommend folding the tent footprint so it's tucked in and not protuding from the bottom of the tent.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 13 днів тому

      Yes, absolutely! Nothing worse than having water run under it. Thanks for watching.

  • @mnm806
    @mnm806 14 днів тому

    Cosmic Campground in the Gila National Forest. my favorite! Nice video, also was amazed by City of Rocks!

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 5 днів тому

      We had planned to do Cosmic this Spring but the weather didn't agree, so we're hoping to get to it in Fall. Thanks for watching!

  • @jkday1893
    @jkday1893 14 днів тому

    Thank you for this video, we have been to half of these and agree with you on your assessments. We have never been to Columbine as we are concerned about big crowds whitch typically brings noise and generators. We are going on an exploratory trip to Hopewell to check it out in a couple of weeks. Over the years many of our historical camping areas have burned and so must find other locations. So we are headed north! Always love your videos and tree hugs. HA!

  • @TheMonk7423
    @TheMonk7423 14 днів тому

    Any idea, what the altitude is ?

  • @jimroblyer19
    @jimroblyer19 15 днів тому

    Excellent review!

  • @rogerclark9285
    @rogerclark9285 16 днів тому

    It's actually in the Apache NF but this part is administered by the Gila. The bull elk probably hadn't started to grow their new antlers at that time of year.

  • @poodleprofessor
    @poodleprofessor 17 днів тому

    Pretty area!

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 17 днів тому

      Yes, I agree. Trails are everywhere in the Sandias, from Easy to Difficult, choose your adventure!

  • @TrekkingwithDebandMike
    @TrekkingwithDebandMike 18 днів тому

    Beautiful hike. We are enjoying Quebec right now but look forward to returning to the Southwest in the fall. I carry a small sunscreen stick of sunscreen for my hands that fits right in my pocket. Gloves work too.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 18 днів тому

      Yes, I use sun gloves and Ron just bought some as his hands got sunburned last month in the Gila. Thanks for watching.

  • @lanemyers2980
    @lanemyers2980 18 днів тому

    Tell the camp host I said hi ua-cam.com/video/sMRuL27X3pE/v-deo.htmlsi=h9GTFO_F0DBbhoqV

  • @sobanosilva8585
    @sobanosilva8585 18 днів тому

    also soooooo dry

  • @GaryStedman-zt3qh
    @GaryStedman-zt3qh 20 днів тому

    We camped here two weeks ago while on a southwest NM trip. We were towing a 16' Lance camper trailer with a Kia Telluride. The one lane road up to the campground has a rough section with steep, rocky and 2 switchbacks. Put the Kia in 4WD and did fine. 12 campsites. Finding a somewhat level site was not easy but we did and were able to level the rig. CG not even 1/2 full (weekday). Nice canyon hike past the group site. When we left my wife walked down the road with a Walkie-talkie (no cell service) to make sure no one was coming up.....NO backing up or passing there with a camper.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 20 днів тому

      Thanks for the info. Glad you had a great trip. And thanks for watching!

  • @SierraEscalante-uk2ks
    @SierraEscalante-uk2ks 21 день тому

    Thanks so much for posting this video! I’m planning to get there as early as I can on a Tuesday. I have a 29 foot trailer and it looks like there’s plenty of bigger trailers at the site which is reassuring although I am a bit nervous about the drive up. Could you tell me if they only accept cash payment?

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 21 день тому

      I am not sure about payment. Many campgrounds have gone to the scan & pay, but the wifi up there is non-existent.....so maybe cash only? The drive up can be tricky as there is a section that is narrow with some blind curves. Take it slow... and have a great time!

  • @samurain4922
    @samurain4922 21 день тому

    Thank you for this! I was on the fence about this excursion, and your video was very informative about the entire process and makes me feel a lot better! I will be booking for my cruise in july because of YOU! and this will be my first time ever in the ocean so, thank you from the bottom of my happy little heart 🥰

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 21 день тому

      You are very welcome! Glad to help. And thanks for watching.

  • @juliamarple3785
    @juliamarple3785 23 дні тому

    Trail looks good. My late summer plans have changed because I will be taking my elderly dog with me. We will be hanging around the campsites more, and taking easy short hikes.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 23 дні тому

      The trails up there are good and I would expect dryer now than when we were there. Have fun.

  • @richardxstroker
    @richardxstroker 24 дні тому

    Stayed there once in 2015 on a motorcycle trip to the Grand Canyon, and have returned just north to the Pacheco Canyon area several times with my son. It’s a great place to relax after a day or two in Santa Fe.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 23 дні тому

      I agree! It is so nice how close it is to Santa Fe, and yet still in the mountains and nature. Thanks for watching!

  • @TrekkingwithMikeandDeb
    @TrekkingwithMikeandDeb 24 дні тому

    You find the best places

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 23 дні тому

      Thanks! Wish we could have gone further up the trail this time. We'll have to go back again this summer.

  • @timthompson8297
    @timthompson8297 25 днів тому

    Big trailer! I’ve camped the same way as you folks and now that I’m retired, I find a nice travel trailer is m6 favorite now. But I very much prefer to disperse camp. I don’t like neighbors.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 25 днів тому

      Thanks! It is a 24' total, including tongue, so not really that big. Yes, we prefer camping away from others, also. We'll see what this year brings!

  • @annmarie9213
    @annmarie9213 26 днів тому

    I have benefited so much from your videos! Been out FT two years and you've helped me to save money. I'm living on SS so the help is very much appreciated. THANK YOU! ❤😊🎉

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 26 днів тому

      You are welcome! That is why we make our videos, to help each other out and still appreciate the beauty of NM.

  • @triplejsadventures4896
    @triplejsadventures4896 26 днів тому

    Hey guys, great video. This is one of our favorites in NM. We haven’t been able to get to Clear Creek yet, but it is definitely on the list. Take care!

  • @abr112010
    @abr112010 27 днів тому

    I’m going soon! What 2 sites would you recommend? I only say 2 just in case one is booked. Thank you in advance!

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 26 днів тому

      Awesome! We liked all sites except the 2 next to the upper pit toilet (too close together and full sun). I hope you can get a spot, its gorgeous! Thanks for watching.

  • @johngarcia4440
    @johngarcia4440 28 днів тому

    Thanks for the information....will check out some of them...please next time show a map of where these places are located..

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 28 днів тому

      Thanks! Actually, I have a map on each campground individual map, so if there is one you want to see more info regarding, you'll find the map there. Thanks for watching!

  • @adamstewart4157
    @adamstewart4157 29 днів тому

    can i please have the name of the tour operator? or did you just book through Carnival Cruise Lines (with their insane markups $$) ??

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 28 днів тому

      We did book through Carnival, but there is an independent tour operator who does it also. The price was very close, not a huge difference as I recall.

  • @timthompson8297
    @timthompson8297 29 днів тому

    Too many people to suit me.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 29 днів тому

      There are plenty of sites away from everyone, but each to their own. Thanks for watching.

  • @dianesmith2249
    @dianesmith2249 Місяць тому

    Pine campground is usually loud party area, did not sleep well, but very scenic setting.

  • @marthaee
    @marthaee Місяць тому

    I’ve seen all kinds of big rigs camped along that road.. they must very experienced, I would have a heart attack trying to maneuver there.. seems the road gets more narrow above San Gregorio TH. Climbs too.. actually becomes a shelf road for a few miles.. beautiful too!

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger 29 днів тому

      No kidding! I don't know how they do it. But it is so gorgeous up there.

  • @marthaee
    @marthaee Місяць тому

    Oh and also, it can get busy up there esp on weekends

  • @marthaee
    @marthaee Місяць тому

    Although I didn’t have a problem when I went last Friday, but good to note the [much needed] construction on the bridge along 126 just before the FR 70 turnoff.. FYI😊

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger Місяць тому

      yeah, we saw the construction, too. Luckily, it is a small area of the road being fixed. Thanks for watching!

  • @juliamarple3785
    @juliamarple3785 Місяць тому

    How the heck did you find that?! It's not showing up good on Google maps, but I will snoop around up there in August, Lord willing. Thanks

    • @marthaee
      @marthaee Місяць тому

      You can Google map San Gregorio Lake, it will get you to the road you need to be on for this area

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger Місяць тому

      When we went up to hike at the Wilderness up there a few yrs ago, we saw all the people camping along that road. We asked the camp host and he told us all about it. Looks great!

  • @boriquavalentino2186
    @boriquavalentino2186 Місяць тому

    All of your videos are so amazing and always so informative thank you for sharing your adventures with us ☺️ I really hope to make it to half the places you both have visited!

  • @got2b4now
    @got2b4now Місяць тому

    So gorgeous!

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger Місяць тому

      Yes, if you are looking for an alpine paradise campground, this is it! Thanks for watching.

  • @TrekkingwithMikeandDeb
    @TrekkingwithMikeandDeb Місяць тому

    I always enjoy seeing New Mexico and plan to return in the fall. Keep it up.

  • @poodleprofessor
    @poodleprofessor Місяць тому

    Nice campground.

  • @johnadams7323
    @johnadams7323 Місяць тому

    Hey Dylan, Im sure you know, but if you continue up the road you will be at Fenton Lake. Safe travels 👍

    • @robertsurtees4380
      @robertsurtees4380 Місяць тому

      Saw a bunch of ice fisherman one winter at Fenton Lake. Beautiful spot.

    • @RobinT-treehugger
      @RobinT-treehugger Місяць тому

      Yes, and we hope to get there sometime this year if we can get reservations. 😀

  • @RobinT-treehugger
    @RobinT-treehugger Місяць тому

    FYI : We did meet one of our followers on this trip, and I want to remind everyone - if you see us out feel free to come up and introduce yourself! We love meeting you and want to know what videos you liked, what campgrounds you may have visited from our recommendations, or any comments or information you have. Thanks!