Boondocking on SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas!! Getting Stuck in the sand 28 miles up the Beach!!

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  • Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
  • FILMED FEBRUARY 20th 2021
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    Having never been to Texas Beaches we had no idea about (but have always heard about) Padre Island. It is kinda confusing at first.... there is Padre Island National Seashore and South Padre Island the city! South Padre Island is not part of The National Park.... once you cross Port Mansfield Channel (some 30 miles up the beach) that is where the National Park begins. We were able to camp for free... and read camping if free until spring Break begins. If you can make it on the beach via “Beach Access #6 there is no fee, however, the sand is very soft and deep. If you get on the beach via “Beach Access #5” there is a $12 fee or half price if you are a Veteran. This access point is well maintained and generally and car can make it to the beach. We still managed to get stuck..... of course!! We were able to drive a long the hard pack sand for 28 miles until we reached Port Mansfield Channel!!!
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Комментарии • 260

  • @rebeccasteckelberg9758
    @rebeccasteckelberg9758 3 года назад +8

    Being 80 yrs old I can say your hubby is so cute and so are you. I just love your photography. My husband and. I stayed there years ago in high top van. So thanks

  • @scb0421
    @scb0421 2 года назад

    The video of the Gulf was amazing. I cant tell you how many nights I have fallen asleep to that sound. I grew up in San Antonio but we often went to Corpus Christi as a kid. But later I lived in Corpus and the Rockport area for a time. But it has been 11 years since I waded into those Gulf waters. Thank you!

  • @mitzyannalee3942
    @mitzyannalee3942 3 года назад +2

    I lived in Brownsville my whole life, but now I'm only 20 min. away from South Padre. I don't go to SPI often anymore but I pretty much grew up on that beach! My dad would take us to camp out very often! Glad you got to visit and experience the beautiful beach❤

  • @TJ-mc8uh
    @TJ-mc8uh 3 года назад +8

    The pictures of the horseback riders in the haze, beautiful, as was the sunset picture. It has always amazed me that your channel does not have over 30K subscribers for over a year now, you two differently deserve it!! Thanks for sharing. Be safe.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank you TJ! We appreciate you kind words and have noticed more growth in our channel then usual in the last two weeks. We are so excited to be doing what we love. 😀

  • @3generations393
    @3generations393 2 года назад

    I lived in Corpus Christi and camped free many times at Padre Island but never made it to South Padre. Thank you. Your photography is outstanding & I know you will be surpassing 30K in no time. Interesting statistics (grandma here) 🙋🤗

  • @texastwostepper2140
    @texastwostepper2140 3 года назад +6

    That is my old stomping ground. I'm from about 30 miles from the Island. I spent many weekends & vacations camping there.

    • @Texaca
      @Texaca 3 года назад

      ....my also, my Grandfather was born in Port Isabel, I'm from Brownsville. I haven't visited the area since 1998, or so, I still have a lot of family in Brownsville. Most are crazy GQP nuts 🤨

  • @debbiecroal4534
    @debbiecroal4534 3 года назад

    Hello from Squaw Lake Northern MN. It was 10 degrees out this morning when I got up today. I came across your video and thought it would be fun to watch, my husband and I were down there 3 months Feb to April and had the best time. We stayed at the K.O.A Park in our RV. We had an incredible time celebrating our retirement, Birthday ( his ) our Anniversary, Holy Week, a wonderful Easter. The Catholic church on the main land was beautiful. We felt welcomed there, as they had a LOT of Seasonal members. I subscribed to your channel today, and look forward to seeing what's next. Take care and God Bless ! Happy Easter to everyone.

  • @stone8654
    @stone8654 3 года назад +3

    Dave thank you for serving our country 😎👍🏼

  • @donnawohlgemuthcruz4074
    @donnawohlgemuthcruz4074 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful photography as always! Dave, Thank you for your service! You made me a little nervous of possibly getting caught in the sand and tide. Whew 😅.
    Thank you for another wonderful video. Laughed when Roodle had the spotlight and got the zoomies. 🐕 🚐

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      It’s really hard to catch his zoomies!!! I love it when he does that! I know he is happy!! We checked the tide before we went.... I should probably show that😂😂

  • @MontysnMotion
    @MontysnMotion 3 года назад

    Enjoyed watching and seeing this tropical island. You guys have been fun watching and getting to know. Enjoy the adventure

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! Those are the kindness words we can hear! Hope to see you on the road. 😀

  • @patriciamesser-perry523
    @patriciamesser-perry523 3 года назад +2

    Wow...Scary so close to the Border right now!!! Be safe darlins!! Cool paraglider!! BRRRR 58 degrees, that is colder than the Pacific😳 Too cold for a bath Dave & Roodle, you are tough!!!
    Great drone footage btw!!!!Awesome sand designs👍 I bet Roodle loves the soft sand underfoot while chasing his ball...loving the Roodle song, so cool they did that for him🤗
    He is so stinkin cute..happy dog!!! Ohhhhh Carrie😂😂😂😂 You weren't to sure about driving on the sand!!! That sure is a long stretch of sand highway..28 miles..wow!!! I thought our sand highway was long here in Pismo!!! Amazing amount of Booty on those sunk ships!!! Great info Carrie!!! Dave is so pro at getting unstuck👍 Glad you chose to get off the beach🤗😃 so many shells.. Aurora would want to bring home a bucket full... Oh how I love the sound of the ocean💖 Great footage!!! Horses🤠 I grew up on a horse ranch..60 head💖 Ohhh the sunset....wow...those still shots are so beautiful Carrie💖💖💖 Great info about South Padre Island😃 Carrie your hair is so cute back in a ponytail🤗 lol...cuz us gals are always chatty Dave...lol😂🤗💖 Great wash job Dave.. Got to get that sand and salt off the rig!!!
    Fun episode..HAPPY TRAILS DARLINS🤠💖

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Thankyou a million times!!! Aurora and I would get along great! I love to collect sea shells!! I bet growing up on a horse farm was fun and ALOT of work!!! I love horses!

  • @838nd31
    @838nd31 3 года назад

    Great video loved the beach. The photos as always are beautiful. Stay safe. Happy Trails

  • @hasanmeseoglu2892
    @hasanmeseoglu2892 3 года назад

    Omg you three making my off days great so happy for you guys I visited there almost 5 years ago beautiful place drive safe and have a lot of fun, watched all your videos god bless you guys

  • @1cosmocat
    @1cosmocat 3 года назад

    Beautiful scences. Loved the horses.

  • @sunnyrivers
    @sunnyrivers 3 года назад +1

    You guys make such beautiful videos THANK YOU❤️

  • @duckiegirl58
    @duckiegirl58 3 года назад +2

    As one that lives near the Pacific ocean, there is nothing like the relentless power and sound of the water. It's an environment we can not live without. One day we'll move inland, but it's our favorite place to camp and fly kites! Love this!! Is Dave ever anything but smiley!?

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      I(carrie) am always so happy when I am near the ocean!! And Dave is ALWAYS smiling!

  • @yoyojoe9240
    @yoyojoe9240 3 года назад

    Good Video.....Thank you for your Service to Our Nation.!

  • @designdoctor247
    @designdoctor247 3 года назад +1

    The footage of the Ocean is lovely and calming 😌
    Loved that you ended by washing your lovely van

  • @christopher4567
    @christopher4567 3 года назад

    I really enjoyed this video. Thank you from a fellow Vet.

  • @janicegilbert4029
    @janicegilbert4029 3 года назад +1

    Gorgeous pictures especially toward the end the sunset the horses RUclips walking on the beach so cool

  • @LAF943
    @LAF943 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for taking us along! That was fun!

  • @nitahughes8998
    @nitahughes8998 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video, guys, we love it!

  • @dustyfeller
    @dustyfeller 3 года назад +1

    Once again, this is the best video this week amongst the Van life channels 🙌🏻

  • @vivianaaa4152
    @vivianaaa4152 3 года назад +2

    Amazing you came to visit us I live 10 mins away!!i hope you loved it not a lot people Film coming here😂

  • @michaelconchscooter8940
    @michaelconchscooter8940 3 года назад

    As always hats off for going for it. I am surprised you didn’t let air out when you decided to drive the sand. Lacking your derring-do I am getting a front winch installed this week on the Promaster, Michael’s Folly I call it, to save our backsides when I get over enthusiastic. I hope I never have to use it. For sand I got a Deadman to use with it. Always wanted my own dead man...
    keep inspiring us to push the boundaries please.

  • @adavell
    @adavell 3 года назад

    SUCH A BEAUTIFUL VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I fell asleep watching it last night just because it was so soothing, relaxing... so much peace!!! And I watched it again this morning to be awake for it, so worth it, thank you so much for sharing all that beauty!!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! We finally got to get the van on the beach and Carrie had a ball taking pictures. We are loving this lifestyle. 😀

    • @adavell
      @adavell 3 года назад

      @@oneadVANtureatatime I love your answer!!!!!!! I love that you are happy! I will be ready to start my own Advanture (in a minivan) by May or June... being that July and August are hot I guess I will have to aim north, still no sure. What would you advise? (I don't thrive in excess heat, not my thing)

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove 3 года назад +2

    How sweet that you can get on top of your rig to clean it. 👍

  • @myphotoworldjeankd4001
    @myphotoworldjeankd4001 3 года назад

    I’m a female subscriber out of Chandler! Arizona. Started watching you when you came through Arizona and than subscribed. Glad to see you wash all that sand and sea salt off the van.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Thanks for subbing! Glad to have you along for the journey! Yes, gotta wash off the salt!!

  • @lorim3372
    @lorim3372 3 года назад

    Hello from new mexico. I just found you guys. Some awesome videos... keep up the wonderfulness!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      +Lori M welcome!! And thank you! We are hoping to check out northern New Mexico (Taos area) late in the summer😃

  • @vk4011
    @vk4011 3 года назад

    You have such a great eye! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences. But, also your wonderful perspective on all of the places you visit-rain, fog or shine!

  • @ScottSharpe2121
    @ScottSharpe2121 3 года назад +2

    Glad to see you washed stormtrooper between the Texas roads and salt and sea salt you got to make sure you don't rush down under there

  • @adphotojon
    @adphotojon 2 года назад +1

    Great video! We have such great memories of that beach! I’m glad you were able to get your van out on the sand! If we would’ve been there the same time, we’d pull you out! Haha! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  2 года назад

      Right on Jon we appreciate the kind thought. I would make a return trip just for that beach. Some people don't think about beaches when talking about Texas. 😎

  • @alokrathore6706
    @alokrathore6706 3 года назад +1

    Loved the video. I never thought Texas would have a great Beach like this one. I remember Dave once saying that he would like to drive on the beach. Good you did it despite getting stuck it was an experience.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      We were surprised as well about the Texas beaches! They are set up very well for the public and we had a great time.Yes, I finally got to get stuck in the sand! I was hoping for a chance to try those traction boards out on the beach 🏖 😀

  • @ScaleofTwo
    @ScaleofTwo 3 года назад +2

    I really can't get over the Roodle song. So good.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! Caroline and Gabe did a fantastic job on Roodles song. 😀

  • @pammcfarland1727
    @pammcfarland1727 3 года назад

    Hi guys! Love your videos. Instead of jumping in cold salty water, go to Walmart and get their adult disposable wash cloths. They are big and you only need one and no need to rinse. Happy trails

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Good advice Pam! We do use these and currently have the giant 96 count pouch. 😀

  • @michele2017promastertravel
    @michele2017promastertravel 3 года назад +1

    LOL I see the water was too cold for Roodle.
    Dave "What's the worst that can happen?"
    Carrie "We could get stuck"
    Dave: evil laugh
    The drone chasing the van on the beach was the best!!! What a great unexpected angle!! good job.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Roodle is not a fan of waves or salt water....lol Nothing seems to be to cold for dave!! I loved the drone angle as well!!

  • @marcellafolkmann7913
    @marcellafolkmann7913 3 года назад

    Hello we have been in Brownsville TX. We didn't care for that town. But love PADRE ISLAND...My Bailey would be in the water. At 65 pounds he loves running and water. ..Roodle and Bailey could swim together..
    Stay safe. God's blessings

  • @seasyourjourney8482
    @seasyourjourney8482 3 года назад

    Padre national seashore was beautiful. highly recommend.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      +Seas your Journey yes! Saturday’s video is at Padre Island National Seashore😃

  • @Sharonius54
    @Sharonius54 3 года назад

    Another great video! You’ve been so lucky to travel and experience all the amazing sights you’ve seen. You really are livin’ the dream! In a few months my Transit van will be ready for adventure and I can’t wait. Happy trails...😊

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! How exciting!! Did you get the new 4X4 transit?

    • @Sharonius54
      @Sharonius54 3 года назад

      I wish!!! No, it’s a 2020 rear wheel drive.

  • @davidsager4023
    @davidsager4023 3 года назад

    Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it

  • @terrynewell8968
    @terrynewell8968 3 года назад

    Another beautiful video & pics! 💜💙🐕

  • @loridumler905
    @loridumler905 3 года назад

    Gorgeous photos!

  • @lyndakayestundal3994
    @lyndakayestundal3994 3 года назад

    Ty for Sharing this wonderful video.

  • @mysticalmisfit1332
    @mysticalmisfit1332 3 года назад +1

    Hey guys!🙋🏽‍♀️ It’s Mystical Misfit 😊. I’ve added this place to my list! 📝 Thank you for sharing❤️

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      I missed the turtle 🐢 hatchlings. I think this happens in June through August. Might be a nice place to get away from the heat. Then again, I don’t know if I could get Dave to travel through Texas during those months😂

  • @andrewhorner7577
    @andrewhorner7577 3 года назад

    Glad to see you in Texas. Great videos and information! Love your opinions and information on the places you visit!

  • @zachandtomdad
    @zachandtomdad 3 года назад

    Nice video, my wife and I were headed to SPI but got stuck in Big Bend National Park during Uri. The weather in SPI looked horrible so we never made it ☹️. We will definitely try again another time.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      yeah...it wasn't super warm but we had a few nice days. The water was cold. and Texas was still recovering from Uri. Gas, water, food, and propane was in short supply.

  • @OutOfOfficeCamping
    @OutOfOfficeCamping 3 года назад

    Thank you for another amazing video. Love the educational and camping information you provide in your content. We are surprised with a storm trooper hanging from the window you got stuck! The force was with the traction boards. Too bad no gold or silver washed up at your feet while getting back on the hard pack. Mark & Teresa

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      ha ha.... the van had to much force (FWD) had to tone it down with the traction boards. Wouldnt it be awesome to find some gold or silver!!!

  • @doragarcia6616
    @doragarcia6616 3 года назад

    I was born and raised in Harlingen, which is 45 mins from SPI. It’s my favorite spot , even when growing up. My dad used to take us camping at Andy Bowie park when we were little. It was free back then. I love, love , love South Padre Island. So glad you had a great time!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      I can see why you love it!! I have a feeling we only got to see a small part!

  • @memeking5376
    @memeking5376 3 года назад

    I love your spirits and sense of adventure, plus great video and pics of the beach! On another note, I was camping near Sassabe last weekend with a couple of friends. We watched 30-40 immigrants walking through the AZ desert, no families, no children, just men.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank You for saying this. We were criticized for adding the warning at the beginning of this video. We would feel terrible if something happened because some one saw our video and went to one of these locations. I glad you are okay and nothing bad happened.

    • @memeking5376
      @memeking5376 3 года назад

      @@oneadVANtureatatime It was late in the afternoon so we were on alert all night and until we left the next morning. One of my friends lives at a remote RV park not too far from Sassabe. He said this has been almost a daily occurrence for the past few months. Apparently, some of the men at the RV park are now patrolling the acreage on 4-wheelers with hopes of deterring any further intrusions. You were smart and considerate to post the warning. If you see something, say something.

  • @laffilmfest3759
    @laffilmfest3759 3 года назад +1

    I appreciate the warning up front......a lot of creators forget this responsibility........road trip on!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      +LAF filmfest thank you! We had the best time exploring Arizona and Texas along the border..... but I don’t think I would feel comfortable Boondocking in a lot of these locations right now.

    • @laffilmfest3759
      @laffilmfest3759 3 года назад

      Agreed!!

  • @mikeandkristisjourney2930
    @mikeandkristisjourney2930 3 года назад +4

    Awesome video and destination!! I would have loved driving on the beach, but would be too scary for us. Your photography is beautiful!! Loved the new Roodle footage...Safe travels!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      It was scary but exhilarating! We knew if we got stuck we would be able to get out. Lots of Texans with big trucks and keeps who are happy to help!

  • @carlosguillen5540
    @carlosguillen5540 3 года назад

    If you know that beach you know you go the less traveled by 4x4 that includes North Padre, she doesn't give up her beauty that easy!

  • @sccphilly
    @sccphilly 3 года назад

    Guys I’m subscribed! Stay honest and safe out there!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Welcome to our channel! We are honored to have you watching our videos. If you ever have questions please ask. We enjoy being helpful if we can. 😀

  • @discoveringlockenest8420
    @discoveringlockenest8420 3 года назад

    Lots of work! Beaches are at best, risky! Especially for a 4 or 5 ton vehicle! But, what a ride! 🤙

  • @allegrosotto2126
    @allegrosotto2126 3 года назад

    Firstly, that was sure full of adventure and I was mighty relieved you didn't get caught in the tide! Great imagery as usual, love it always. Second, there's us two Aussie women I mentioned once before who are subscribers and we only met by chance. Really hope you reach your subscribers target as you really deserve it!👍

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Thank you! We do some responsible things like checking the tide first😂 we should probably show that! The tides are pretty minor in this area unless there is a big storm surge! Thanks for watching!!! Australia is on my bucketlist!!

  • @marilynrenaud1892
    @marilynrenaud1892 3 года назад

    Phenomenal video... And such a fantastic place! Just beautiful! 👍👍👍👍👍😁

  • @Freeman90909
    @Freeman90909 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video. I love your perspective of sight and sound. If we were there taking pictures and video we would feature the same things. We can almost smell the beach. Nice work

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Thank you Scott! That’s just what we are hoping to do with our videos. Make you feel like you are there. 😀

  • @mandodeb
    @mandodeb 3 года назад +1

    Y’all were close to Boca Chico Beach where the Starship Testing launches are taking place.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      YES! One was launched just before we got there. We did go to Boca Chico beach first....the tide was so high because of the storm! We couldnt even get on the beach. But driving by the Space X was really interesting. The 2nd rocket was delayed twice I think, we could wait around. It would have been really cool to see.

    • @mandodeb
      @mandodeb 3 года назад

      It would be something to see for sure. I love your photography, you got some beautiful shots.

  • @noecortez3950
    @noecortez3950 3 года назад

    Wonderful video of The Island. Word of advise . If you have not washed your under carriage on the can since your visit I would recomend due to the sand .

  • @jimgbf
    @jimgbf 3 года назад

    Loved your close up photos of the shells

  • @tdadventures
    @tdadventures 3 года назад

    Interesting info to know that over 60% of your subscribers are male but most comments are from female...so here is one more comment from a female. Another fantastic video guys. My heart was pounding when you got stuck in the snow from earlier video, now my heart is pounding trying to help you get out of the sand from over here. That was a wild ride on the sand. Love seeing all those horses on the beach and the sound of the ocean is so relaxing. We would love to visit the place one day. If possible list us as td adventures (lower case please). TD Adventures belongs to someone else’s channel, go figure!! See you at the next video. Safe travels.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      +td adventures thank you! I will absolutely make the name change! I can’t change it for the next video but it should be fixed after that!!!
      We couldn’t believe we drove 28 miles up the beach!!!! Only to get stuck when we parked😂😂😂 go figure! Next week we are back on the sand again at a different beach😃

    • @tdadventures
      @tdadventures 3 года назад

      @@oneadVANtureatatime so amazing that you were able to drive 28 miles on the beach!! Can’t wait for your next video and hoping you will get to 30k subscribers soon.

  • @thevanstopshere
    @thevanstopshere 3 года назад

    28 miles!!! Holy Cow, that's a lot of miles to be driving on the beach. You guys are brave.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      I know!! It was scary at first but if you stayed right by the water it was fine. But as soon as you pulled away from the water.....we are going to try a new method we learned for airing down our tires which should help. The front wheel drive is what really hinders us from driving in the sand.

  • @grannianni6229
    @grannianni6229 3 года назад

    Beautiful place............................but that getting stuck was just awful. I was working so hard to help y'all get out of there! lol Loved seeing Roodle, Blessings

  • @ric03014
    @ric03014 3 года назад

    Been watching long enough to subscribe. Good channel.

  • @vantelontheroad1750
    @vantelontheroad1750 3 года назад

    Love your videos

  • @fredstratton555
    @fredstratton555 3 года назад

    Hello. I live in Port Isabel. Just ran across your video. I enjoyed it.

  • @evelyndunn50
    @evelyndunn50 3 года назад

    Beautiful video as always.

  • @pedropaccollazo2039
    @pedropaccollazo2039 3 года назад +1

    Those traction boards are nice. Next time keep your wheels straight so you don't wedge them. Enjoy

  • @allegrosotto2126
    @allegrosotto2126 3 года назад

    And watching those horse riders brought back memories of my beach riding days.

  • @happycamper8895
    @happycamper8895 3 года назад +1

    Another great video. Who is singing the Roodle song?

    • @badgerpa9
      @badgerpa9 3 года назад +1

      Their friends, it is in an earlier video. They have a at least 2 friend couples that are musical one is a theater singer and very beautiful.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Yep!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Our Friends Gabe and Caroline! You probably saw them is quite a few of our Arizona videos. They are full time nomads living in their truck camper. The both are EXTREMELY talented!

  • @lyndasmith6801
    @lyndasmith6801 3 года назад

    Wow guys, great video and story telling. That beach/dune area! Absolutely gorgeous. What a super long beach. Looks like a great place to visit/camp. Driving on the beach...awesome! Fun place. The photos at the end were wonderful. Woohoo on your subscriber goal. I have to know, what is the story behind the little figure hanging from the visor? lol. Nice job on the video!!!!💗

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      +Lynda Smith thank you! We were so surprised we made it that far down the beach!!! After making it half way there we knew we had to go the whole way! It was a HUGE accomplishment for “storm trooper” (that’s the vans name) which kinda ties in with the little figure hanging from the window. We are Star Wars fans.... so Dave bought us little figurines to hang, he has a storm trooper and I have “Ray” from the newer Star Wars..... just for fun! We have this discussion about why he bought a storm trooper? That is the wrong side of the rebellion!!!! Dave laughs😃 then that leads immediately into “why did you name the van storm trooper?” He says “ I like storms, the van looks like a storm trooper..... therefore the name “storm trooper”!
      And I (Carrie) day again..... that is the wrong side of the rebellion! And then to be a brat I call the van “Vanna White” 😂😂

    • @lyndasmith6801
      @lyndasmith6801 3 года назад

      Haha, what a great story! Love it!💗

  • @jessicastreet2922
    @jessicastreet2922 3 года назад +1

    We have so many sand dollars from South Padre. Fun times!!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      There we not very many while we were there! Probably a good thing because I love sand dollars and would have picked them up.... I cannot resist!!

  • @dandial3733
    @dandial3733 3 года назад

    That's a beautiful spot. My in-law live in Harlingen do we've spent a lot of time down there. Make sure you clean your van very well when you leave the area, especially the under carriage. The salt content in the water in the Laguna Madre is much higher than in the ocean. It will cause major rust if you don't get it rinsed off. Edit - LOL original comment made before I watched the end of the video.

  • @normhudgens865
    @normhudgens865 3 года назад

    Great episode love the Roodle song

  • @jorgegomez9588
    @jorgegomez9588 3 года назад

    Loved every bit of this video . It popped up in my home page . I work for the adventure park. Hoping to see some footage of us riding our horses and I did. Thumbs up and subscribe for sure .

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto 3 года назад

    Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy 😊 it

  • @tammyfleming3643
    @tammyfleming3643 3 года назад

    Female here lol, great video and I loved all those still shots you put in.

  • @Thesaltymedic36
    @Thesaltymedic36 3 года назад

    I’ve heard of that place and we had Navy friends stationed in Corpus. Looks amazing and definitely on the list. Once again Dave your pushing me to get a 4wd camper and the kit from U joint off road 😂 you guys get stuck a lot but I love the risks you take. Traction boards for the win 👍🏼

  • @sirrob6595
    @sirrob6595 3 года назад

    Great pictures at the end Carrie

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Bro! Carrie has been having tons of fun with her Camera lately. Of course I have been having fun getting unstuck 😂

    • @sirrob6595
      @sirrob6595 3 года назад

      @@oneadVANtureatatime it looks like it lol

  • @stevebigpine1590
    @stevebigpine1590 3 года назад

    always air down. Are those BF Goodrich TA ? Those would help

  • @DanyRivard
    @DanyRivard 3 года назад

    28 miles on the beach. wow awesome! Watch out for the shark!!!!!

  • @dustyfeller
    @dustyfeller 3 года назад

    Way to go guys! This cheered me up a bit, seeing another bucket list destination. So how bad did the boards get ate up? I have the same boards (because you recommended them LOL)

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      +Dusty Feller traction boards are fine... no additional wear and tear. We REALLY put them to the test in Idaho and cracked one but it still worked perfectly on the beach!

    • @dustyfeller
      @dustyfeller 3 года назад

      @@oneadVANtureatatime Noyce! 🏄‍♂️

  • @HaroldMalaby
    @HaroldMalaby 3 года назад

    Beautiful photography

  • @waynemikos1567
    @waynemikos1567 3 года назад

    Hello. First, great video and excellent photography. What kind of roof rack do you have? Could you attach your roof rack to the van without putting holes in the roof? Any advice or recommendations are appreciated. Thank you.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      Hi Wayne! Our roof rack is made by Topper and we ordered it through AmericanVan.com. The mounts hook to anchors right on the roof so there is no holes in the van. Ours is made of galvanized steel and was 400 dollars plus shipping and handling. We bought extra heavy duty mounts as only 4 come with the kit. We have 8 mounts and can handle over 750 lbs . We love this rack. Make sure you check out the shipping cost as we have heard it can be high.

  • @nilraps
    @nilraps 3 года назад

    I always enjoy your adventures sine we figured out you were in our backyard in Bella Vista, Arkansas. Hope you come backN. We can go Kayaking on Lake Ann, our driveway is here.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Thank you for the amazing invite! We are going to be heading through Arkansas again very soon! We are just not sure which part of the state as we have to be in Louisiana late next week. We are currently in Oklahoma. I know Carrie would love to go kayaking with you. We will see. Thank you!! 😀

  • @vanvorst1999
    @vanvorst1999 3 года назад +1

    I was in west Texas along the Rio Grande River border at the beginning of this month before heading to Brownsville and SPI for a week. Thankfully, I was leaving as the illegal immigrants and their COVID-19 cases surged that area. Moved up to La Grange and Lake Tawanoki for my reaming time in Texas before heading to northeast Alabama - just in time for a St. Patty's Day of tornados and flash flooding! Happy to report the Jasper/Arely area were spared and I'm now enjoying my exploration of Bankhead National Forest. HAPPY TRAILS!!!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Nice! We currently in Oklahoma heading to Louisiana for some business then we will head north through Alabama into Tennessee. Do you have any suggestions for Alabama?

  • @vanpediem7641
    @vanpediem7641 3 года назад

    Fun video! You guys are really pushing the advanture! Dave is becoming a pro at those traction boards. Interested to see how the GoTreads work that I picked up. They're in linked sections so maybe they'll grip in better? Took our SR trip in high school to SPI back in 83' and got stuck on the bay side riding around the dunes, and yes, it was an expensive tow. :|

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      I bet! Let us know how the Go Treads work out. At our current boards may not last with all the use we put them through. 😀

  • @stone8654
    @stone8654 3 года назад

    Dave you should invest in two more sets of traction boards. It will be less times of trying to get unstuck.

  • @suzettecalleja3122
    @suzettecalleja3122 3 года назад +1

    I am also a Vet AF.

  • @jaxmaria
    @jaxmaria 3 года назад +1

    Yep I’m female and I’m saying hello.. the beach is beautiful 🐬

  • @dalehandski8212
    @dalehandski8212 Год назад

    i want the ufo beach footage lol

  • @pamelag2223
    @pamelag2223 3 года назад

    O.K. The Roodle song is stuck in my head....again. But now I know it's for a day or two, then just an occasional hick-up ! ;) Your song writer friends should write jingles if they don't already and jingles still exist! Beautiful video, as usual, I'd sub again if I could! Be well!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Thank you! Yes, Roodle’s jingle is very catchy! Gabe & Caroline did a fabulous job!!

  • @hughwolfe1176
    @hughwolfe1176 3 года назад

    Looks like a beautiful area to explore, perhaps during the “off season” when things aren’t so busy. What’s the humidity like down there?

    • @jkennerson123
      @jkennerson123 3 года назад

      Like any other place along the gulf of mexico. Humid as fuck.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      +Hugh Wolfe when we were here the humidity was really low! I hear it can get really bad though!

    • @hughwolfe1176
      @hughwolfe1176 3 года назад

      @@oneadVANtureatatime thank you, I’ll keep that in mind. I’ve heard southern Texas is a rather humid place, last time I was in Houston I almost fell over when I got off the plane. Don’t really understand how people deal with that every day. 69° and 17% right now here in Southern Arizona.

  • @maggiebrattoli383
    @maggiebrattoli383 3 года назад

    The van got a wash but not you Dave? 😂

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      We were there right after Winter Storm Uri and there was still a water shortage but when we left ( a week later) water was restored!

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 3 года назад

    I've heard it takes forever to get all the sand out of the van after a visit there😱.
    How about a male subscriber with a girl's name 😭.
    Dave is a trooper, I hate getting stuck.
    Always a thumbs up 1👍

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад +1

      We have been off the beach for 2 weeks now and still finding sand. 😂😂

  • @zpgreene9803
    @zpgreene9803 3 года назад

    Nice video 👍

  • @yoyojoe9240
    @yoyojoe9240 3 года назад +1

    Now......Did you lower your Tire pressure...???
    (Keep a 12V air pump../ rated to at least 60 to 90 PSI.) in your ""Tool box"". Lower the Air pressure to a minimum of 18 to 23 PSI....then "float" On the sand. When you leave the sand back to hard surface....then Air Up your Tire pressure.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      We are going to try this next time. We used to air down our jeep tires but we were unsure about the 10 ply tires on the promaster and the weight.

  • @e3ucxp
    @e3ucxp 3 года назад

    Enjoying your great adventure contents! I also have Promaster, a 136HT, and have the same roof rack. How did you deal with it howling at highway speeds? What is the plate to the last bar? I'm thinking these roof rack bars are howling at highway speeds. Thanks!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      we notice some wind noise but no howling. We have a metal plate across most of the front bar. I wonder if this is keeping the howling down.

  • @lunatune3714
    @lunatune3714 3 года назад

    You guys are gutsy....or at least Dave is Ha....I'm stressed just watching.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  3 года назад

      Gutsy or stupid? We try not to take chances that could be really stupid. There is a lot of discussion about alternatives before we head out. WE DEFINITLEY Would not try this if it was super secluded.

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto 3 года назад

    That’s a good thing