Eric I want to thank you. I watch your videos every time you put a new one up on RUclips. Through your videos, you take me to places here in the good ole' U.S.A. that I can only dream about. You show the good times, and some of the bad times, but you show it, and that's the way it should be. From transmission changes on your RV, to fuel pump changes, we get to see it all. I don't know how you do it, but you do terrific videos, and it's so enjoyable watching you. Keep up the great work that you do for us, and again, I just want to say thank you.
I agree with a lot of the comments Eric, I mean your country and the world has a lot of turmoil in it. Sometimes the news, and online reports make it seem like the world is really small. But viewing a few of your videos makes you realize that outside of most cities, it's quiet, peaceful, good old American living like it always was.. and it still is. Trust what you see and know.
Eric and Jax, you make my day. Can't tell you enough, how much joy your videos bring me and now my daughter. Who now watches regularly ,and like me, want to get an RV and start living the life. I'm clearing out years of stuff and planning. By the time I do get my RV, thanks to you Eric, I'll be well educated on handling anything that comes up. Thank you so much. Stay safe, hope to meet you on the road😀
You are a prince. You obviously earn every penny you make. Love the drone shots.. fabulous. I chuckled when you said the crickets were louder, yup.. happy background ambiance. I do hope you get into Michigan! Like trees? We got 'em. Like lakes? We've got a few of them too 😁.
My aunt and uncle just bought a house on a lake in Michigan. I've heard a lot of good about the state and really want to get up there and explore. I'd love to be like Nomadic Fanatic and travel the country, though I'd be more likely to write about it than create a RUclips channel for it. I really love the Great Lakes states.
TROLLS☠ Who cares! I started following you before I had an RV and was just considering the idea. You have taken me thru the highs and lows and taught me most of what I know. Deploying an awning, roof and suitcase solar, how to clean your fresh water tank, how to empty your gray and black tank, and proper etiquette in doing so, pre trip checks, how to do laundry in an RV. That some repair shops will let you stay in your RV if you ask ahead of time,on their lot while it's being serviced. And the list goes on and on. Your videos are always a highlight and a lot of times bring up subjects that encourage me to find out more information. You have my gratitude, as I am now the owner of an older RV. It's mechanically sound and Ive it renovated to fit my needs. So, for those of us that are serious about this life style, THANK YOU You make so smile and learn. Tiki 🚎💨💨💨
There used to be a TV show on TNN called WISH YOU WERE HERE. It was first hosted by Kenny and Donna Price. They had a huge Class A and traveled the country doing videos of life in the RV. When Kenny died Pat Boone took over and was totally annoying. I still have some VHS recordings of the original show, the filming and music were so beautiful. I love the music you chose for this. Your eye for video makes yours stand out above all others.
Even the best photographers/videographers go through all their footage to create product with the best stuff. If you're making a full length documentary, I'd say this one makes the final cut! Thanks again! Looking forward to the next!
I've never been to that part of the country and so I enjoy seeing what it's like. I read somewhere that a farmer who lost his wife started planting sunflowers along the road for miles on end in her memory. I think it was in North Dakota. Anyway, you found yet another great place to camp. You would think other folks would be there, too. Love the drone footage. Happy trails.
honestly, I've always thought that North Dakota is this boring flat land with nothing to offer as far as nature but what you showed made me like it somewhat. I mean, this area is pretty. There are green hills, trees and a sense of calm to it. Peaceful.
Hi Eric, I have been a follower of your journey for a year and a half now. I love your videos and I don't understand why you get so much hate. Your such a nice and respectful guy. God bless you.
WOW!!!! SSSSOOO glad you were able to find such a great free camping spot near water and near 94!!!! ND looks very flat!!!!! VERY cool footage of the campsite on the bike!!! GREAT drone footage!!!!!! LOVE the footage of the sunflowers!!!!!! Jax looked like he had FUN walking around the lake!!!! Thanks!!!!! :)
What a blissful & serene spot. You have a lucky charm; finding this location, on the right day, and all to yourself. You've probably left there by now, but a quick call to the city or county public works during business hours would answer your question. You can probably find the answer online. The dragonflies gave me feels; I'm so glad you filmed them.
I tried finding spigot color meanings, but no luck. Usually designates hot water, but not in this setting. I went to the Free Campsites page, and it was noted the park was closed on Tues & Wed. The amenities list drinking water. 2 of the 3 reviewers were confused by the water spigot. They didn't read that it says Push On or that it is missing a handle because it doesn't need one. Usually nonpotable water is posted very clearly. This is only used in public places for irrigation or sprinkler systems. It would never be available as a spigot. The marking you said means Sourced from Lake Iowa. You were pronouncing Butte correctly; it is not Butt. HTH.
+Elaine Marie search "sanitary yard hydrants". They are always blue. Though I've been to a load of places where the potable water was through a "regular" yard hydrant.
Eric I have been following you from about the beginning and have witnessed a fantastic growth in picture quality sound quality and instructive help on RV traveling. Good to see you are getting some exercise on the bike. I wish all videos had the same devotion to quality as you do you are the complete package.Keep up the good work and travel on.
I just can't get over the peacefulness of this trip compared to the last two years'. Loved the footage, music and the awesome ending! I'm so glad that you're doing so well, Eric. Thanks for the great video!
We'd crossed the US in a 26 foot class C a couple times, but that was before apps and most internet sites. I really appreciate your technical tips, both high-tech and low. Showing how to also use that otherwise-mysterious water handle could be very helpful. Even moreso pointing out the RED handle on the water handle may help many peoples' guts thank you!
Again, you made me smile and gone quiet.. Thank you big time! Even the last 2 videos, laughing and so much enjoyed it! Jax in the water, it took me back to my childhood when my cat came windsurfing with me on my board! 😻 You're doing great Eric, keep it up and give Jax a big smootch from the Netherlands! I'll be watching and sort of travel along with the both of you 😆
As usual, another great find. I drive to pre selected locations only to draw a bland. And you drive fitty miles a day and find one everytime. Some people have a green thumb. You sir have a boondocking divining-rod Tioga.
I just love all the places you and Jax show us and of course the tips you suggest. You two are living the life, I hope I will be doing the same soon. Give Jax a hug for me :)
............We like the quad, bicycle, etc...... Somebody suggested that you buy a RC boat for fun and entertainment.... We second the suggestion........... because the RC boat is fun and entertaining. Where's the kayak? We understand that you probably don't want to get soaked in the kayak. It's fun and entertaining................ The water in your face make us laugh really loud and long. Thank You Very Big from your loyal subs in Koh Kong, Cambodia
Just seen this video while searching camping videos. I grew up 9 miles east of Crown Butte (not but) Lake fishing for spring lake trout. Sommer time is great sitting around a small campfire and watching millions of lightening bugs (fire flies) glowing all along the water edge. Great memories of my children experiencing the same camping tranquility of small local lakes
Good Sunday Morning, Eric; As I set here drinking my coffee and watching your video, appreciating the North Dakota country side. I've been there a number of times. My Grand Father was from Reading, South Dakota. The openness is nice. Also, drove video footage!
2 great tips. Sanidumps 50 mile, made change and map top right. Now it's a great app. Also, already have "water bandit" from previous video of yours. Thanks, Eric.
I really like your video editing, matching shots, and good content. The drone footage must really make you happy when you see it. Thanks for the hard work assembling entertaining shots and adding value to the narration with your tips. You could have just enjoyed this little place but you put in a lot of effort to make it interesting and fun to watch ..
Hey Eric, another great video, the drone shots really help add perspective to where you are. Keep it up. That red water hydrant is a frost proof valve from the Merrill Valve Co. in Storm Lake Iowa. They put their name on every valve. It has nothing to do with the location of the valve. I don't know if I would drink it, but it's good for everything else. Those valves are all over this region. It's connected to a "Sand Point" well. It's just a pipe pounded into the ground until you hit a water aquifer. The pressure from the hydrant is all natural. The actual on/off part of the valve is 10 feet down the pipe. That way it won't freeze in the winter. You should be able to get water from a well that that even at -20.
A butte (you're pronouncing it right) is a large hill with a flat top and steep sides. There's lots of places in the Dakotas named after them. I think they're similar to a mesa. Maybe all buttes are mesas but not all mesas are buttes or whatever. People are talking about snakes. There are rattlesnakes. They love hot weather and you'll see more of them with extended periods of hot weather. You won't see any east of the Missouri river, at least in the Dakotas.
Hey Eric, hey Jax! First time writing you, and I rarely write comments on RUclips, but I felt it was absolutely necessary to tell you that I truly enjoy your channel! In fact, it's become the channel I most look forward to -or go digging through (older videos). Keep on truck'n and I'll keep on watch'n!
I think you'll find that the faucet says Storm Lake Iowa - that's where it's made by Merrill Mfg. They make hydrants (most of which are red so the color doesn't mean much).
Right on Eric, live the life! Thanks for the info on sanidumps, can't wait till I can live the dream. You inspire me, glad to see you and Jax having a good time. :)
I love your videos. They're well done, professional with just enough quirkiness to keep them enjoyable to watch and the little tid bits and info is very good to know. I too live in Olympia....well Tumwater technically so I know what you mean when you say "back home". I have lived in different places all over the U.S. and Mexico but there's no place like home. Keep up the good work and stay safe. Please give Jax a chin scratch for me.....
It reads 'SFORM LAKE, Iowa' A defunct steel fabricating/iron works company. I'm A professional photographer and am impressed with your editing evolution. Incorporating multiple camera angles as your RV was traveling down the dirt road was nicely done.
Your camping spot looked so heavenly, especially having the whole park to yourself. Another beautiful video! I also like your taste in music. Your rock!!!!!
Eric, that faucet handle didn't say, "S FROM LAKE IOWA". It looked like, "SFORM LAKE IOWA". A quick Google search of that phrase produces a city in Iowa named Storm Lake. (Most likely the location where the faucet was manufactured). Cheers, bud.
I am looking forward to see what you discover when you get near me. I solo travel as well and I think where I live is boring. It'll be cool if you find something that I have overlooked or have taken for granted.
Just saw your travel map and was momentarily disappointed you skipped Michigan.. but then realized that it's just as well that your followers ignore us up here. The fewer the visitors, the longer we can keep our wilderness wild. Mixed blessing I guess. Odd to feel sad and happy at the same time. My love to Jax and, drone on!
eric, this was a great video, lots of info and beautiful scenery, wish you had done more of you setting up camp and enjoying yourself with jax. this is what i like to see, fyi please dont give any of the haters/trolls anymore of your airtime, no one wants to see that anymore.
Correction: that hydrant says "Storm Lake Iowa" , not "from Lake Iowa". Red hydrants are fine. All old cast iron hydrants used to be red until relatively recently when blue became the color of choice. Cast iron lasts forever, it seems.
Hey Eric - Just wanted to say that I really enjoy your vlog. Each episode is better than the last and I am sure that very soon NatGeo or Discovery will "come-a-knockin". Roll On!!!
Eric,I don't know why so many people bad mouth you, I've noticed you seem to be a nice man who loves to travel and the beauty of our great country the quality of your video's are first class and Jax seems to be a nice cat so it goe's you that you can't believe everything you see on RUclips I for one will be a fan so keep the video's coming and do your thing I wish I were doing the same as you. please excuse the grammar it's a southern thing !
just found your youtube account videos. watched a few ones, and I am impressed! great job. We travel with a 1/2 ton truck and small 26 foot 5th wheel. Plan on changing to a Roadtrek in a few years and bypass a lot of campground. Nothing wrong with them but would love to see the road less travelled. Keep up the great work. P.S found your channel while searching where to put kitty litter box in roadtrek (for our 5 lbs litter trained chihuahua)
Cant say enough about your camera work. Your drone shots are always great and a pleasure to watch. The Selfie stick shots on the bike were also great. From beginning to end this was a fantastic episode.
Wow. Your editing has been really good for quite some time, but this video seems a calibre higher even. Very enjoyable...even that random water splash! Safe travels!
Great video Eric . Looks like a great spot away from interstate and no train tracks . A thought crossed my mind that I hadn't read or heard you talk about ticks . In the grasses along the prairie when Jax is walking around , always give him a once over to check for ticks (yourself also ) . Must admit that I am always awaiting your next video , thanks for all the work .
Eric .... you need to think about putting together an hour or two long video documentary on some of your travels. With clips like this video and others you have put out ... including some voice overs and real time audio ... it would make a great travel documentary for something like the Travel or Discovery channel. Some excellent video clips with the various views you present. Well done!!
Hey Eric, when you get into MN go to Alexandria, the have a giant viking on the north end of town. Take hwy 29 all the way through town. 29 will kind of slip and when it does you will see the 30ft viking. Also you can take highway 12 of 55, they follow 94 into minneapolis, but less crowded. If you go south you can also see where SPAM is made. There is also Mall of America, I havent been there in a while but I guess they added a lot of stuff and made it even bigger.
if you want to see some amazing country come up through duluth Minnesota on your way east. go east through U.P. and if you never seen mackinaw bridge you will love it. we just came from north Dakota and this is the route were taking. we live in Michigan and when we went west we traveled through Chicago and never in my life will I go through that congested concrete park again.
Very nice boondocking spot. I wish the hose extension wasn't called water thief. I wouldn't want to steal water from anybody. Maybe hose helper would be a better term. I know you didn't name the thing, just saying. Peace.
hey like your videos. I'm from nd, thanks for visiting our state, the badlands are very beautiful, with tons of history!!! the reason for the walmart not allowing rvs, is mainly cause of our oil boom, people were pretty much living in their vehicles in the parking lots of any store really, this was happening all over western nd. the same reason is for the no camping on tues and wed on our wildlife refuges, is cause people were staying there, longer than 12-14 days. it wasn't these folks fault, when the boom hit there was just for them to go. keep the videos coming.
Eric, I think that hydrant actually said Storm Lake, Iowa which is home to 2-3 foundries...likely that was where it was cast. As for the color, yeah red means do not drink.
Ah yes, it is bute, not but but I am sure you figured that out on your own. I have never spent a night there, but have driven past the exit thousands of times, since we travel to Bismarck to shop and regularly camp at Fort Abraham Lincoln just south of Mandan, Bismarck's sister city. Make sure you trip out to the Fort, it is extremely interesting.
if you like good cheap nachos stop at exit 348 at Petro Truck Stop. They have a small restaurant that serves a great plate of nachos! There's also a walmart there and what have you.
I believe the name on the water valve is nothing more than where it was made "Iowa Valve Co. Oskaloosa, Iowa" They used to make fire hydrants, valves etc..I am not sure if they are still in business, could be clow valve..Google it! Have fun..
Eric I want to thank you. I watch your videos every time you put a new one up on RUclips. Through your videos, you take me to places here in the good ole' U.S.A. that I can only dream about. You show the good times, and some of the bad times, but you show it, and that's the way it should be. From transmission changes on your RV, to fuel pump changes, we get to see it all. I don't know how you do it, but you do terrific videos, and it's so enjoyable watching you. Keep up the great work that you do for us, and again, I just want to say thank you.
it is great!!!
I agree Jane D. at times when Eric talks I just watch Jax if he is in the picture lol.
LOL
I agree with a lot of the comments Eric, I mean your country and the world has a lot of turmoil in it. Sometimes the news, and online reports make it seem like the world is really small. But viewing a few of your videos makes you realize that outside of most cities, it's quiet, peaceful, good old American living like it always was.. and it still is. Trust what you see and know.
Eric and Jax, you make my day. Can't tell you enough, how much joy your videos bring me and now my daughter. Who now watches regularly ,and like me, want to get an RV and start living the life. I'm clearing out years of stuff and planning. By the time I do get my RV, thanks to you Eric, I'll be well educated on handling anything that comes up. Thank you so much. Stay safe, hope to meet you on the road😀
You are a prince. You obviously earn every penny you make. Love the drone shots.. fabulous. I chuckled when you said the crickets were louder, yup.. happy background ambiance. I do hope you get into Michigan! Like trees? We got 'em. Like lakes? We've got a few of them too 😁.
My aunt and uncle just bought a house on a lake in Michigan. I've heard a lot of good about the state and really want to get up there and explore. I'd love to be like Nomadic Fanatic and travel the country, though I'd be more likely to write about it than create a RUclips channel for it. I really love the Great Lakes states.
TROLLS☠ Who cares!
I started following you before I had an RV and was just considering the idea. You have taken me thru the highs and lows and taught me most of what I know. Deploying an awning, roof and suitcase solar, how to clean your fresh water tank, how to empty your gray and black tank, and proper etiquette in doing so, pre trip checks, how to do laundry in an RV. That some repair shops will let you stay in your RV if you ask ahead of time,on their lot while it's being serviced.
And the list goes on and on.
Your videos are always a highlight and a lot of times bring up subjects that encourage me to find out more information.
You have my gratitude, as I am now the owner of an older RV. It's mechanically sound and Ive it renovated to fit my needs.
So, for those of us that are serious about this life style, THANK YOU You make so smile and learn. Tiki 🚎💨💨💨
Great exhilarating helicopter & bicycle vid. It is very much remarkable that U take those rather ordinary elements & create a pleasant interlude. Thx.
Hi Eric. Watching this one in lieu of zero dough from Dallas on May 22nd 2023. What a great video from North Dakota! Miss you Jax …
WOW!!!!!! GREAT LOCATION!!!! I can believe that place is empty. you really bring place alive. Thanks for great video.
There used to be a TV show on TNN called WISH YOU WERE HERE. It was first hosted by Kenny and Donna Price. They had a huge Class A and traveled the country doing videos of life in the RV. When Kenny died Pat Boone took over and was totally annoying. I still have some VHS recordings of the original show, the filming and music were so beautiful. I love the music you chose for this. Your eye for video makes yours stand out above all others.
Wide open place,no people,and parked by the lake,what else could you ask for.Enjoy Nomadic.
Even the best photographers/videographers go through all their footage to create product with the best stuff. If you're making a full length documentary, I'd say this one makes the final cut! Thanks again! Looking forward to the next!
I've never been to that part of the country and so I enjoy seeing what it's like. I read somewhere that a farmer who lost his wife started planting sunflowers along the road for miles on end in her memory. I think it was in North Dakota. Anyway, you found yet another great place to camp. You would think other folks would be there, too. Love the drone footage. Happy trails.
honestly, I've always thought that North Dakota is this boring flat land with nothing to offer as far as nature but what you showed made me like it somewhat. I mean, this area is pretty. There are green hills, trees and a sense of calm to it. Peaceful.
Hi Eric, I have been a follower of your journey for a year and a half now. I love your videos and I don't understand why you get so much hate. Your such a nice and respectful guy. God bless you.
WOW!!!! SSSSOOO glad you were able to find such a great free camping spot near water and near 94!!!! ND looks very flat!!!!! VERY cool footage of the campsite on the bike!!! GREAT drone footage!!!!!! LOVE the footage of the sunflowers!!!!!! Jax looked like he had FUN walking around the lake!!!! Thanks!!!!! :)
What a blissful & serene spot.
You have a lucky charm; finding this location, on the right day, and all to yourself. You've probably left there by now, but a quick call to the city or county public works during business hours would answer your question. You can probably find the answer online.
The dragonflies gave me feels; I'm so glad you filmed them.
I tried finding spigot color meanings, but no luck. Usually designates hot water, but not in this setting.
I went to the Free Campsites page, and it was noted the park was closed on Tues & Wed. The amenities list drinking water.
2 of the 3 reviewers were confused by the water spigot. They didn't read that it says Push On or that it is missing a handle because it doesn't need one.
Usually nonpotable water is posted very clearly. This is only used in public places for irrigation or sprinkler systems. It would never be available as a spigot.
The marking you said means Sourced from Lake Iowa.
You were pronouncing Butte correctly; it is not Butt.
HTH.
+Elaine Marie search "sanitary yard hydrants". They are always blue. Though I've been to a load of places where the potable water was through a "regular" yard hydrant.
Eric I have been following you from about the beginning and have witnessed a fantastic growth in picture quality sound quality and instructive help on RV traveling. Good to see you are getting some exercise on the bike. I wish all videos had the same devotion to quality as you do you are the complete package.Keep up the good work and travel on.
Love the bit at the end. A little treat for those of us who watch all the way through your videos!
Watching the videos in a break room of a job I hate gives a brief moment of peace, thank you
Google map must be wondering what is going on? there is a sudden spike on the search for 46.868584, -101.091133.
haha! right.
I just can't get over the peacefulness of this trip compared to the last two years'. Loved the footage, music and the awesome ending! I'm so glad that you're doing so well, Eric. Thanks for the great video!
We'd crossed the US in a 26 foot class C a couple times, but that was before apps and most internet sites. I really appreciate your technical tips, both high-tech and low. Showing how to also use that otherwise-mysterious water handle could be very helpful. Even moreso pointing out the RED handle on the water handle may help many peoples' guts thank you!
Nice spot! Didn't see the GPS in the description, so putting it here: 46.868584, -101.091133
Again, you made me smile and gone quiet.. Thank you big time!
Even the last 2 videos, laughing and so much enjoyed it!
Jax in the water, it took me back to my childhood when my cat came windsurfing with me on my board! 😻
You're doing great Eric, keep it up and give Jax a big smootch from the Netherlands!
I'll be watching and sort of travel along with the both of you 😆
As usual, another great find. I drive to pre selected locations only to draw a bland. And you drive fitty miles a day and find one everytime. Some people have a green thumb. You sir have a boondocking divining-rod Tioga.
I just love all the places you and Jax show us and of course the tips you suggest. You two are living the life, I hope I will be doing the same soon. Give Jax a hug for me :)
............We like the quad, bicycle, etc...... Somebody suggested that you buy a RC boat for fun and entertainment.... We second the suggestion........... because the RC boat is fun and entertaining. Where's the kayak? We understand that you probably don't want to get soaked in the kayak. It's fun and entertaining................ The water in your face make us laugh really loud and long. Thank You Very Big from your loyal subs in Koh Kong, Cambodia
Just seen this video while searching camping videos. I grew up 9 miles east of Crown Butte (not but) Lake fishing for spring lake trout. Sommer time is great sitting around a small campfire and watching millions of lightening bugs (fire flies) glowing all along the water edge. Great memories of my children experiencing the same camping tranquility of small local lakes
glad to see your video are still going. can't wait to see you around the great lakes.
Good Sunday Morning, Eric; As I set here drinking my coffee and watching your video, appreciating the North Dakota country side. I've been there a number of times. My Grand Father was from Reading, South Dakota. The openness is nice. Also, drove video footage!
Good music choice, it makes me long for minimalism, and get back in contact with nature. Safe travels.
2 great tips. Sanidumps 50 mile, made change and map top right. Now it's a great app. Also, already have "water bandit" from previous video of yours. Thanks, Eric.
I really like your video editing, matching shots, and good content. The drone footage must really make you happy when you see it. Thanks for the hard work assembling entertaining shots and adding value to the narration with your tips. You could have just enjoyed this little place but you put in a lot of effort to make it interesting and fun to watch ..
Thanks for all the effort you put in to taking us along with you and Jax on your adventures! Very enjoyable!
Hey Eric, another great video, the drone shots really help add perspective to where you are. Keep it up.
That red water hydrant is a frost proof valve from the Merrill Valve Co. in Storm Lake Iowa. They put their name on every valve. It has nothing to do with the location of the valve. I don't know if I would drink it, but it's good for everything else.
Those valves are all over this region. It's connected to a "Sand Point" well. It's just a pipe pounded into the ground until you hit a water aquifer. The pressure from the hydrant is all natural. The actual on/off part of the valve is 10 feet down the pipe. That way it won't freeze in the winter. You should be able to get water from a well that that even at -20.
Nice video. Nice place. With great background music. Thanx again for the GPS tips. That pitcher of water at the end sure looked refreshing.
Great video ... simple beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful life with us, Eric and Jax.
A butte (you're pronouncing it right) is a large hill with a flat top and steep sides. There's lots of places in the Dakotas named after them. I think they're similar to a mesa. Maybe all buttes are mesas but not all mesas are buttes or whatever. People are talking about snakes. There are rattlesnakes. They love hot weather and you'll see more of them with extended periods of hot weather. You won't see any east of the Missouri river, at least in the Dakotas.
Hey Eric, hey Jax! First time writing you, and I rarely write comments on RUclips, but I felt it was absolutely necessary to tell you that I truly enjoy your channel! In fact, it's become the channel I most look forward to -or go digging through (older videos). Keep on truck'n and I'll keep on watch'n!
I think you'll find that the faucet says Storm Lake Iowa - that's where it's made by Merrill Mfg. They make hydrants (most of which are red so the color doesn't mean much).
Great video! Really liked the music you picked! Jax is looking so sporty out there in the tall prairie grasses!
Great video ! Love the wide open spaces. You can feel the peace and quiet .
Right on Eric, live the life! Thanks for the info on sanidumps, can't wait till I can live the dream. You inspire me, glad to see you and Jax having a good time. :)
love the video and music. you looks so happy and at peace I'm so happy for you
Wow Eric. You're always upping your game with the quality of these vids. Kudos.
Very nice country, thanks for sharing we all appreciate all your efforts.
I love your videos. They're well done, professional with just enough quirkiness to keep them enjoyable to watch and the little tid bits and info is very good to know. I too live in Olympia....well Tumwater technically so I know what you mean when you say "back home". I have lived in different places all over the U.S. and Mexico but there's no place like home. Keep up the good work and stay safe. Please give Jax a chin scratch for me.....
It reads 'SFORM LAKE, Iowa'
A defunct steel fabricating/iron works company.
I'm A professional photographer and am impressed with your editing evolution.
Incorporating multiple camera angles as your RV was traveling down the dirt road was nicely done.
Your camping spot looked so heavenly, especially having the whole park to yourself. Another beautiful video! I also like your taste in music. Your rock!!!!!
Oh my, I'm sunflower nuts~! I plant various sunflowers, from the dwarf Teddy, to the Mammoth, the birds/bees/butterflies and i love Sunflowers!
Superb photography and video , you have really become a true professional.. My best to you and Jax..Keep on living the good life..
Eric, that faucet handle didn't say, "S FROM LAKE IOWA". It looked like, "SFORM LAKE IOWA".
A quick Google search of that phrase produces a city in Iowa named Storm Lake. (Most likely the location where the faucet was manufactured). Cheers, bud.
Eric, great video and the music was just right for the video. thanks for the ride. you and Jax stay safe out there.
I am looking forward to see what you discover when you get near me. I solo travel as well and I think where I live is boring. It'll be cool if you find something that I have overlooked or have taken for granted.
Just saw your travel map and was momentarily disappointed you skipped Michigan.. but then realized that it's just as well that your followers ignore us up here. The fewer the visitors, the longer we can keep our wilderness wild. Mixed blessing I guess. Odd to feel sad and happy at the same time. My love to Jax and, drone on!
eric, this was a great video, lots of info and beautiful scenery, wish you had done more of you setting up camp and enjoying yourself with jax. this is what i like to see, fyi please dont give any of the haters/trolls anymore of your airtime, no one wants to see that anymore.
Correction: that hydrant says "Storm Lake Iowa" , not "from Lake Iowa". Red hydrants are fine. All old cast iron hydrants used to be red until relatively recently when blue became the color of choice. Cast iron lasts forever, it seems.
Beautiful country so peaceful and nobody around wow I could sleep like a baby there great place eric
So glad I clicked on, I've got my order in for the water bandit, $7.39 & FREE Shipping on Amazon when you have 25. order!
Hey Eric - Just wanted to say that I really enjoy your vlog. Each episode is better than the last and I am sure that very soon NatGeo or Discovery will "come-a-knockin". Roll On!!!
Congrats Eric! your Drone & Selfie shots are so beutiful! like them very much, good choice of music too.
Eric,I don't know why so many people bad mouth you, I've noticed you seem to be a nice man who loves to travel and the beauty of our great country the quality of your video's are first class and Jax seems to be a nice cat so it goe's you that you can't believe everything you see on RUclips I for one will be a fan so keep the video's coming and do your thing I wish I were doing the same as you. please excuse the grammar it's a southern thing !
Another cool RUclipsr- AdventureVanMan stayed in almost that exact same spot last year. Super nice place to stay and the price is AWESOME.
I really enjoy the angles used when you are riding your bike or driving down the road.
just found your youtube account videos. watched a few ones, and I am impressed! great job. We travel with a 1/2 ton truck and small 26 foot 5th wheel. Plan on changing to a Roadtrek in a few years and bypass a lot of campground. Nothing wrong with them but would love to see the road less travelled. Keep up the great work.
P.S found your channel while searching where to put kitty litter box in roadtrek (for our 5 lbs litter trained chihuahua)
Cant say enough about your camera work. Your drone shots are always great and a pleasure to watch. The Selfie stick shots on the bike were also great. From beginning to end this was a fantastic episode.
That drone flying was awesome, like magic...I didn't realize the vid could be so steady and smooth from a drone! Aieeee cool
S. Lake Iowa likely is a reference to Storm Lake, Iowa. Perhaps that is where the pump was made. Just a thought.
Eric you are inspiring me to get off the main road and leave the commercial campgrounds.
Wow. Your editing has been really good for quite some time, but this video seems a calibre higher even. Very enjoyable...even that random water splash! Safe travels!
Eric,
I think you know your audience well! At the 8:00 mark I'm saying " the drone, man" and 10 seconds later you've got it goin'.
Just to say, I watch and enjoy each and every video. Best wishes , and, "Keep on Keepin on."
Great video Eric . Looks like a great spot away from interstate and no train tracks . A thought crossed my mind that I hadn't read or heard you talk about ticks . In the grasses along the prairie when Jax is walking around , always give him a once over to check for ticks (yourself also ) . Must admit that I am always awaiting your next video , thanks for all the work .
Another great video Eric, thanks for taking us all along with you. 👍😎
Eric .... you need to think about putting together an hour or two long video documentary on some of your travels. With clips like this video and others you have put out ... including some voice overs and real time audio ... it would make a great travel documentary for something like the Travel or Discovery channel. Some excellent video clips with the various views you present.
Well done!!
Wow Eric. Another great video. I like how you change up the camera shots. Cool ending. Literally. Cheers from Canada.
Very nice video compilation! Great music choice too. Crown Butte is a landmark nearby. Those are wide open spaces.
The Hydrant is made by Merrill Mfg in Storm Lake Iowa. Could not confirm if Red is an indication of non potable water.
Hey Eric, when you get into MN go to Alexandria, the have a giant viking on the north end of town. Take hwy 29 all the way through town. 29 will kind of slip and when it does you will see the 30ft viking. Also you can take highway 12 of 55, they follow 94 into minneapolis, but less crowded.
If you go south you can also see where SPAM is made. There is also Mall of America, I havent been there in a while but I guess they added a lot of stuff and made it even bigger.
if you want to see some amazing country come up through duluth Minnesota on your way east. go east through U.P. and if you never seen mackinaw bridge you will love it. we just came from north Dakota and this is the route were taking. we live in Michigan and when we went west we traveled through Chicago and never in my life will I go through that congested concrete park again.
Very nice boondocking spot. I wish the hose extension wasn't called water thief. I wouldn't want to steal water from anybody. Maybe hose helper would be a better term. I know you didn't name the thing, just saying. Peace.
like the music. good choice, and thanks for the santidump tip. I 'll keep that in mind when I hit the road in the future.
great slow mo shot of the cold water pitcher face splash. very nice overall . thanks
Your've giving us some nice videos Eric, thanks. You also seem to be in a very happy place at the moment, which is great. Hi to Jax!
hey like your videos. I'm from nd, thanks for visiting our state, the badlands are very beautiful, with tons of history!!! the reason for the walmart not allowing rvs, is mainly cause of our oil boom, people were pretty much living in their vehicles in the parking lots of any store really, this was happening all over western nd. the same reason is for the no camping on tues and wed on our wildlife refuges, is cause people were staying there, longer than 12-14 days. it wasn't these folks fault, when the boom hit there was just for them to go. keep the videos coming.
Hey Eric, you found a really great spot! Thanks for sharing.
Another sweet camping spot.....stay safe.
Sign on faucet is "Storm Lake, Iowa". That is where the foundry is.
Eric, I think that hydrant actually said Storm Lake, Iowa which is home to 2-3 foundries...likely that was where it was cast. As for the color, yeah red means do not drink.
Loved this one and the music! Dragonflies are beautiful!
Ah yes, it is bute, not but but I am sure you figured that out on your own. I have never spent a night there, but have driven past the exit thousands of times, since we travel to Bismarck to shop and regularly camp at Fort Abraham Lincoln just south of Mandan, Bismarck's sister city. Make sure you trip out to the Fort, it is extremely interesting.
if you like good cheap nachos stop at exit 348 at Petro Truck Stop. They have a small restaurant that serves a great plate of nachos! There's also a walmart there and what have you.
Beautiful camping site ... Thanks for sharing
Follow the yellow brick road my friends. Thumbs up.
Great drone shots. Thanks again for the videos Eric. Love them.
I believe the name on the water valve is nothing more than where it was made "Iowa Valve Co. Oskaloosa, Iowa" They used to make fire hydrants, valves etc..I am not sure if they are still in business, could be clow valve..Google it! Have fun..
Thanks ERIC. Once again, really enjoying our country, GODS COUNTRY!
storm lake Iowa is where it was made
Stay at the North Walmart in Bismarck not the south one or the Mandan one. They're a little shady.
Hi Eric. Just wanted to say I really liked the paired background music to this video. Really calming and relaxing! :-) Gave it a thumbs up!