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Lake Mead Recreational Area | Hoover Dam
After two weeks in Las Vegas at the Thousand Trails, we spend some time boondocking. Our first couple of nights are spent in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Taking advantage of the location, we spend some time checking out the massive Hoover Dam.
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Las Vegas | Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
Просмотров 4812 года назад
Our last Las Vegas experience was a trip to the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay. It was super cool having all the different animals swimming all around us in the tunnel! Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.com/shop/retiringfromnormal Find music for your videos, and get 2 extra months when you sign up! artlist.io/Morga...
Cactus Garden | Las Vegas Strip
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We start off our day by stopping at the Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Cactus garden on our way to Wal-Mart. It's interesting to see all the cacti in the daylight. Now our time in Las Vegas is winding down, so we cash in our loyalty rewards for some Vegas Strip freebies, and set off to see as much as we could in the afternoon. Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnorm...
Las Vegas | Fremont Street Experience | Downtown Container Park
Просмотров 3022 года назад
We started off our day watching for US Air Force jets around Nellis Air Force Base. Afterward, we spent some time in the afternoon on Fremont Street. It wasn't too busy, and a lot of the entertainment was in the evening, so we headed back later that night. Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.com/shop/retiringfromnormal Fi...
Shelby Museum | Las Vegas Strip | Bellagio Fountains
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A couple more days in Las Vegas, and a few more free things to do. We checked out all the unique vehicles on display at the Carroll Shelby Heritage Center, before getting our mandatory selfie at the Las Vegas sign. During our downtime, we played some online slots to gain loyalty points for MGM resorts, which we could then convert to coupons to use at the resorts. Our first redemption was a 2 fo...
Las Vegas Strip Drive Along
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Come along with us as we take a drive along the Las Vegas strip after sunset. Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.com/shop/retiringfromnormal Find music for your videos, and get 2 extra months when you sign up! artlist.io/Morgan-288785r
Las Vegas Strip | Seven Magic Mountains | Silverton Casino
Просмотров 3083 года назад
In our effort to find more free or low-cost experiences in Las Vegas, we spend an evening on the strip sightseeing and getting samples. The next day we all load into the truck and head south of Vegas to check out the Seven Magic Mountains art installation. Afterward, we head over to Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area, but aren't able to take the dog in. Our next stop is the Silverton Casin...
Sam's Town Bowling | Red Rock Valley | Christmas Cactus Garden
Просмотров 2483 года назад
While in Las Vegas, we started to research some affordable adventures we could have. After having a chill day at the trailer, we went to play some late-night unlimited bowling at Sam's Town, which was close to the Thousand Trails campground. The next day we headed out west of the city to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The entrance fees were included in our America the Beautiful pas...
Las Vegas New Years Eve
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We couldn't think of a more interesting place to head for New Year's Eve than the Las Vegas Strip. Because they close the roadway for the evening, we were able to walk on it with the celebrating crowds. Not wanting to get stuck trying to get a ride off the strip after 12am, we went back to our truck parked at the top of the airport parkade to enjoy the fireworks. Connect with us: retiringfromno...
Lone Tree BLM | Lake Havasu City
Просмотров 4493 года назад
Between our Thousand Trails reservations at Palm Springs and Las Vegas, we found ourselves with a few extra days. We decided to split the drive to Vegas and spend the time at Lake Havasu. There are plenty of free BLM camping spots in the area so made an excellent place to stop. While in the city, we got to check out part of the collection of scale replica lighthouses that dot the shorelines of ...
Christmas in Palm Springs | Coachella Valley Preserve
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Our Christmas plans have us back at the Palm Springs Thousand Trails campground. On Christmas Eve we catch a movie before enjoying some Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Afterward, we hang out at the trailer with Wookie and then enjoy some dinner at Denny's. On Christmas, we attempt to head into the snow by going up the Palm Springs Aerial Tram, but it was way too busy. Instead, we spend some time hangin...
Boondocking for free near Joshua Tree National Park
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Our first experience boondocking on BLM land was right outside the Cottonwood entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. We only spent two nights at this spot, so it was an excellent first taste. Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.com/shop/retiringfromnormal Find music for your videos, and get 2 extra months when you sign up...
Palm Springs Thousand Trails
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Rolling into the Palm Springs Thousand Trails a few days before Christmas. We check out the campground, a nearby off-leash park, and see some holiday-decorated RV's Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.com/shop/retiringfromnormal Find music for your videos, and get 2 extra months when you sign up! artlist.io/Morgan-288785r
Los Angeles | Venice | Santa Monica
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Being so close to Los Angeles, we had to check out some sights. We decided against taking our truck and instead rented a Nissan Versa for the day. Our stops for the day included The Grove, the Original Farmers Market, Hancock Park, Venice, Santa Monica Pier, and Griffith Observatory. Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.co...
Soledad Canyon Thousand Trails | Palmdale Adventure
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After checking into our site at Soledad Canyon Thousand Trails, we take part in their Christmas Potluck Dinner. The next day we check out the campground hot tub and head into Palmdale for the evening. Connect with us: retiringfromnormal.com retiringfromnormal retiringfromnormal etsy.com/shop/retiringfromnormal Find music for your videos, and get 2 extra months when yo...
Rancho Oso Thousand Trails | Santa Barbara | Driving to Soledad Canyon Thousand Trails
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Rancho Oso Thousand Trails | Santa Barbara | Driving to Soledad Canyon Thousand Trails
Driving to Santa Barbara | Rancho Oso Thousand Trails
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Driving to Santa Barbara | Rancho Oso Thousand Trails
Big Trees in Sequoia National Park
Просмотров 3064 года назад
Big Trees in Sequoia National Park
Smoking Brakes | Harvest Hosts | Walmart Camping
Просмотров 2174 года назад
Smoking Brakes | Harvest Hosts | Walmart Camping
One Day in Yosemite
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One Day in Yosemite
Driving to Yosemite Lakes | Thousand Trails
Просмотров 8664 года назад
Driving to Yosemite Lakes | Thousand Trails
Russian River Thousand Trails | Geyserville Holiday Tractor Parade
Просмотров 2744 года назад
Russian River Thousand Trails | Geyserville Holiday Tractor Parade
Casinos | Avenue of the Giants | Harvest Hosts
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Casinos | Avenue of the Giants | Harvest Hosts
Klamath | Redwoods | Fern Canyon
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Klamath | Redwoods | Fern Canyon
Humbug Mountain State Park | Drone Footage
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Humbug Mountain State Park | Drone Footage
Humbug Mountain | Port Orford | Cape Blanco
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Humbug Mountain | Port Orford | Cape Blanco
Sweet Creek Falls
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Sweet Creek Falls
Oregon Dunes | Florence | Sweet Creek Falls
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Oregon Dunes | Florence | Sweet Creek Falls
Cape Perpetua | Cooks Chasm | Haceta Head
Просмотров 1634 года назад
Cape Perpetua | Cooks Chasm | Haceta Head
South Siuslaw Jetty
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South Siuslaw Jetty

Комментарии

  • @pikeyboyfoo
    @pikeyboyfoo 8 месяцев назад

    Are there any mountain roads or hilly ?

  • @JillianCampsArizona
    @JillianCampsArizona Год назад

    Beautiful!

  • @dennislight37
    @dennislight37 Год назад

    I miss being home.😢

  • @4bennybear
    @4bennybear Год назад

    Now 3 years later how is it holding up?

  • @javiersierra3119
    @javiersierra3119 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing your experiences and the interesting locations you have visited. I also saw one of your other videos on liquid roof coating and was wondering if you had plans to do a review of the product.

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal Год назад

      No plans to do a review of the product. It's been on the roof for 4 years now I believe. No issues as far as I know, but I haven't uncovered the trailer from the winter yet. We did do the install slightly incorrectly, so I wouldn't totally follow our video too closely ;)

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella Год назад

    What spectacular views! 🤩

  • @Exertvr
    @Exertvr 2 года назад

    Hmm mines screws weren’t lined up properly could you make a vid for troubleshooting?

  • @debbievalentine5909
    @debbievalentine5909 2 года назад

    Going to Long Beach in April. Thanks for this video. Beautiful there!

  • @SomeplaceOrAnother
    @SomeplaceOrAnother 2 года назад

    The Shelby museum looked cool 😎 and so did the strip 😃 bummer about your pup

  • @Phuong.Nguyen-
    @Phuong.Nguyen- 3 года назад

    Amazing footage view from the sky with beautiful beach, water, sun and good music, thanks for sharing, I got relaxing footage too :) ruclips.net/video/JeA5hEjaTv4/видео.html

  • @politeforce
    @politeforce 3 года назад

    Maybe I missed it in the video if you explained why but is there a reason that you did not remove the air conditioner, paint the rubber roof seal where the AC is located then install a new roof seal for the AC? I am getting ready to do this pretty quick like possibly the morning and weekend if the weather cooperates.

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      We weren't concerned about the seals on the roof as much as the condition of the rubber membrane. When we inspected the membrane we found the painted layer to be cracking. Our thought was that if we left it, the rubber layer would start to degrade once subjected to UV rays. Also, our weather wouldn't have cooperated long enough, too much rain that year.

    • @politeforce
      @politeforce 3 года назад

      @@retiringfromnormal Back in 1987 I worked in Chanute, Kansas for Nuwa Campers I think it was called where they made a few models but the only one I can remember was the Snowbird. Only worked there about a month because the pay was terrible. Anyway I installed the rubber roofs on them that I think you call the membrane. I dont remember gluing them but we must have. I am pretty sure we pulled them snug then stapled them. After that we cut and installed the metal trim to cover the staples with screws then covered the screws with the white one inch wide vinyl insert. Then we trimmed the excess rubber from the bottom of the trim. Now I am thinking I should have done this and got it completed in a day because the weather is not working for me. I know I took a scrap piece of that rubber roof home just to cover fire wood and its crazy that it has lasted 34 yrs and still going. It definitely is heavy material and probably thicker than what I have seen being sold. Maybe I should contact Nuwa and see if they would sell me some. On the AC mine was leaking slightly after a rain and swelled a piece of structure that contacts the floor. So I opted for the $50. dollar seal and not the $20. Thanks for the reply.

  • @stephenscott4166
    @stephenscott4166 3 года назад

    Great clip…. We are going to Yosemite Lakes Park, Thousand Trails, in 3 weeks. We are excited as we have seen and heard it is a fine location. Thanks…. Happy Trails…😎😊

  • @CharlesButler
    @CharlesButler 3 года назад

    Question, I am actually heading out there this weekend for boondocking coming from Pomona. Where is that BLM located where you guys went? I saw the main highway there close by buy I am having hard time finding it? Is there signs on the side of the road to where you can pull off or can you do that anywhere up there? Great video!

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      Hopefully you found a spot here maps.app.goo.gl/76oZy5bvBAxUWGTz5 The northern of the two roads is the one you want, the south one is washed out.

    • @CharlesButler
      @CharlesButler 3 года назад

      @@retiringfromnormal sorry the link doesn't work. :( *Invalid Dynamic Link *

  • @kengilliskg
    @kengilliskg 3 года назад

    can you add a link where to buy what you used.

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      Hey Ken, This is the kit we used, amzn.to/2P17XYO Unfortunately, it doesn't look like its available at the moment.

  • @bainsworth8853
    @bainsworth8853 3 года назад

    It's too bad I can't send the pictures over call me in I'd show you some beautiful sites around this area Love you video thank you I got to go check my elk out small herd of about 7

  • @bainsworth8853
    @bainsworth8853 3 года назад

    Here's a little-known fact for you the sixes River was probably the richest gold mine hit bigger than the 49ers of California

  • @bainsworth8853
    @bainsworth8853 3 года назад

    That wind is constant all the time don't open both doors at the same time when it's so windy you can't get one open what are paper works on the dash is gone

  • @bainsworth8853
    @bainsworth8853 3 года назад

    If you look closely at that blacks and you'll find gold sometimes a lot of it at certain times of the years like after a 135 mi an hour wind storm we don't get those much anymore cape Blanco store best Southside walk on the beach easy access the old timers went after that make millions of gold off to Beach 18219 early hundreds

  • @bainsworth8853
    @bainsworth8853 3 года назад

    If you didn't drive up elk River 3 miles north of Port orford 8 miles to the fish hatchery get on bikes and ride for 11 miles what a beautiful ride or you could take the right when you turned into humbug Park all the way to the end Bald mountain prairies do you think you can see your forever

  • @bainsworth8853
    @bainsworth8853 3 года назад

    Good video I'm one of the lucky ones I get to see this country year round you miss me by 4 miles south of you hope north of you I guess I live up in the hill outside of Port orford toward humbug hundreds of pictures of sunsets and sunrises what a beautiful place it is

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 3 года назад

    LOVE the cut to Wookie for the bass drop :D lol so many pretty lights!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 3 года назад

    so cool you found some mountains in the desert! :D I wonder what the candy corn and pumpkin pie m&ms are like? what flavor did you guys pick?

  • @D_Cali_Life
    @D_Cali_Life 3 года назад

    Safe to leave your trailer .. While you go to the national park ?

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      Yes, we didn't have any issues leaving our trailer. We have a hitch lock on it as deterrent. I think there are enough eyes around that they would notice any shenanigans.

  • @stevemiszewski4887
    @stevemiszewski4887 3 года назад

    Another good free tour if you like cars is The Shelby museum.

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      Yep, we did go there and check out the museum! So many nice cars :) That will be in an upcoming video!

  • @cindylamers8051
    @cindylamers8051 3 года назад

    love all your videos.....we jsut bought the same one...this helped a TON...where is the finished video of the makerover,......please

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      Thanks for the support! We never did a finished video, maybe once the snow releases our trailer in the spring!

  • @HomeAwayRV
    @HomeAwayRV 3 года назад

    Great video! We start our full-time adventure in June and just joined Thousand Trails. South Jetty, Whaler's Rest, and Seaside are all on our list. I grew up in Oregon so get to spend time with a lot of family this Summer as we travel. Thanks for the info on all the parks. We're even doing Christmas 2021 in Palm Desert just like you did last year.

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      How you guys have fun! We really have missed the traveling this winter.

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 3 года назад

    those cactus were LIT! haha what was your favorite chocolate?

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 3 года назад

      We bought some white chocolate peppermint bark that was pretty good!

    • @BelllaFella
      @BelllaFella 3 года назад

      @@retiringfromnormal mmm that sounds like a tasty choice!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 3 года назад

    so cool you guys got to experience New Years Eve in Vegas!! :)

  • @jonmacdonald5345
    @jonmacdonald5345 3 года назад

    Joshua Tree! The perfect place to say😃🖕to the world!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    such a unique Christmas! love it :D

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    does Wookie enjoy the sand as much as he likes the snow?!

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      I don't think anything can compare to fresh fluffy snow in Wookie's opinion. The sand here was more like gravel, I actually called it kitty litter.

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    "its a citrus of some citrus type." hahaha! Perfect time of year for videos with Christmas lights! and really cool seeing all the trailers lit up :)

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      You'll have to check out the Blog post to see once we cut into the citrus thing!

    • @BelllaFella
      @BelllaFella 4 года назад

      @@retiringfromnormal haha okay I definitely will!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    really great views! I especially liked the frog fadeout :)

  • @msafirimhehe
    @msafirimhehe 4 года назад

    So lovely!

  • @SchroediFPV
    @SchroediFPV 4 года назад

    Looks great Mate +Sub 83 / like 3 greetings I am glad to see you

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      Thank you, we appreciate the support. Hopefully we can get our next video rolling!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    WOW would love to go see the biggest trees in the world!!! They look breathtaking! Wookie honking at you was hilarious :'D

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      They are giant! So difficult to capture their size properly.

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    Vista Ranch looks so perfect! would be really cool to visit there!

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      It was! The only downside is the Amtrak line across the road :)

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    awesome footage of Yosemite! felt like I was right there enjoying the winter views! :D

  • @DigginSoCalOutdoorAdventures
    @DigginSoCalOutdoorAdventures 4 года назад

    Some beautiful views. great job...sub'd

  • @lumpialife
    @lumpialife 4 года назад

    Do you have a video of your dashcam you're using? Enjoying your vids!

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      Thank you for watching! I haven't made a video of what equipment we are using. The dashcam is a VIOFO A119 V3 if you are interested. (amzn.to/2SRcU5D)

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    that Russian River was a rushin'! :D Love the Tractor Parade, that is so cool!

  • @TerryX2Explore
    @TerryX2Explore 4 года назад

    That's pretty cool - campground Thanksgiving dinner. I never knew they did that! 😀Very pretty woods! Cool -love tubing! That's a cute little pup you guys have. 😀Nice parade!

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      Thanks for watching! We came across a few potluck dinners at the Thousand Trails campgrounds. We managed to make 2/4 of them :)

    • @TerryX2Explore
      @TerryX2Explore 4 года назад

      @@retiringfromnormal Nice! I think that is so cool! ;-)

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    Wow the mist at 7:38 looks so cool on the beach!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    Sometimes the best adventures happen when you have no plans and just fly by the seat of your pants! :)

  • @TerryX2Explore
    @TerryX2Explore 4 года назад

    What beautiful scenery! 🤗 WOW!! I can't wait to see the Pacific Northwest coast! Your doggie is sooo cute! 🧡🧡🧡Nice view from the campsites. That lake is soo calming and peaceful! Jurassic Park ferns - cool! Hey, that looks like where those little tiny dinosaurs got that guy! LOL Cool spot - thanks for sharing!

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      Thank you for the comment! The campsite is actually on the Klamath River, just up from where it empties into the Pacific. We could hear the ocean waves crashing, but couldn't see it. As for Fern Canyon, it is the spot where the little dinos got that guy :) I thought about putting a clip into the video, but maybe not such a good idea...

    • @TerryX2Explore
      @TerryX2Explore 4 года назад

      @@retiringfromnormal You are much welcome! I think most people will recognize the little dino spot! 😊 Would love to hear the crashing of the waves!

  • @BelllaFella
    @BelllaFella 4 года назад

    beautiful footage and a great choice of music to go with it :)

  • @Richism4U
    @Richism4U 4 года назад

    You guys are amazing in what you create. Not pros... how about average people getting above average results

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      We appreciate that! Just trying to make our dream come true with our little budget :)

  • @Richism4U
    @Richism4U 4 года назад

    you make it look easy..... you guys rock......

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      It wasn't too bad, if the weather cooperates, and you give the product enough time to dry before walking on it.

  • @Richism4U
    @Richism4U 4 года назад

    I enjoy you're life Journeys.... Beautiful

  • @Richism4U
    @Richism4U 4 года назад

    Youre Amazing. Just Love it.......thank you

    • @retiringfromnormal
      @retiringfromnormal 4 года назад

      Thank you! Unfortunately I wouldn't use this product in the trailer again.