A Day at Mountain Camp
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- In this video we start before sunrise and finish after sundown. Join me for a day at my mountain camp in New Mexico.
Thank you for being here.
*My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
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**Follow Your Dreams*
Brian I used to be a mechanic at Penske. We had the same trucks as u hall. After resealing the front of the box if you still find a leak in the same place. Then reseal the outside edge of the box. Sometimes what happens is you get a leak and it will run the length of the box roof rail to the front and drip. It's a very common problem. With the leak between the cab and the box. Those seals wear out. It would be a good idea to check the box mounting bolts. They can loosen overtime causing the box to rock back and forth more leading to more leakes. If they are loose you may need to go to a shop to have them tightened. If you google morgan owners manual and maintenance the torque specifications are listed. Lastly, inspect the box mounting bushings. They wear out too and that can cause the box to shift as well. Morgan recommends those bolts and bushing be inspected once a year.
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Hobbs is living the dream life in his old age.
Great to see Hobbs enjoying his senior years.👍🏻
I'm sure Kelly's mom would have the biggest smile on her face knowing how wonderfully Hobbs is being cared for by you guys. Love his bouncy little stride, makes me chuckle every time. Such a relaxing & pretty video, much appreciated by me.✌️💚
I've been watching your channel for years. I ordered one of your stickers early on and decided to save it for the day I got my own van. Well, this was the year. Upon opening the envelope I found a hand written note with a drawing of a van along with the sticker. I now have the sticker on my back glass and the personalized note card proudly displayed on the inside! I'm not ready to hit the road quite yet but travel as much as possible.
Thank you for your support! I'll keep an eye out for ya on the road!😊✌🏼
I did the same, but am travelling the roads of New Zealand. When I'm in a queue I often think of the drivers and passengers behind me, admiring that peace sign on my rear door window! 👍😎🕊 One sticker on my drivers side window. My other sticker is on my front passenger window. 💌🙋🏼♀️🌏
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@@lesleyhughes3174 Woah! Don't let the WOF/COF man see those! I had to remove my Ohope Top 10 sticker from the front window. One day I would like to buy one of Brian's peace stickers also.
@@binkinghufy3658 not on my w/screen. And the powers that be have all seen them. No issues.
Missing your videos you hope all is well!!!
What a lovely camp, you have given Hobs a beautiful life .... he is a lucky boy.
Thanks Brian, I always enjoy your videos. In my eyes you get huge credit for living this lifestyle for so long. Respect.
I love Jared Diamond! "Guns, Germs and Steel" is a mind blowing book!
I love how much you love that dog.
Should check for moisture on your floors. I find that water will stick around a long time in that floor insulation they use.
Thank you
Nice day at camp. Would have liked to been your neighbor, but not too close.
I drove those cutaways for years. Every one of them leaked. We repaired them the exact way you did and got many more years out of them.
Hobbs I Agree with you in the morning Hope the repairs worked out Rest and Relaxation great camp
What a peaceful campsite. Ty for sharing.
Wow, I love that skillet! 💯
Brian, I'm betting your blood pressure is as low as humanly possible because you have such a relaxed life. I live vicariously through you. Ranch Beans, they are awesome. A staple here in Texas. Glad you found them and liked it! Stay Safe brother!
Brian, you and Kelly are an inspiration and Hobbs is a great addition to your channel. It was wonderful that you chose to care for him.
I find your channel to be very relaxing, informative and as I had stated earlier inspiring.
Howdy. FYI, that inspecting bug is a menace, it’s a pine beetle and has been destructive for years.
Another pleasure. Thank you. Particularly like how you enjoy the company of wonderful Hobbs.
Yo Brotha Brian, I'm kinda shocked that you never tried those Ranch Style Beans before. I was brought up on this. When I seen the can on your vid it INSTANTLY took me back to my childhood. lolol.
Ha, right on! 🤙🏼
Ya when they get a little age on them they like to sleep a lot !!! And that is why they age so fast but lso it means they are very comfortable in thier surroundings!!! You shouldn't let it get that warm in your o'l buddy because heat is the #1killer of everything!! Just say'n!!!😊❤
I just love listening to all the robins singing their hearts out, sounds beautiful. Beautiful place.
Camping in what seems to be a perfect spot to watch spring welcome summer. Thanks for having me!
I've become a fan of 3M Window Weld (the stuff they use to hold windshields in place) as a sealer. It's tougher and longer lasting than things like Dicor. One minor drawback is that it's black, so if you want it to blend with the white van you need to paint it.
The Ranch Style beans have been in my arsenal of kitchen hacks for years. They are a great foundation for “homemade” 😉 chili beans. Great video Brian. Wassup Hobbs and Kel👊
Cooking, washing the Hobbster, Kelly assisting Hobbs to photobomb your Dicor project, book recommendations, creek, trees, bugs - just another lovely Brian video. :)
Wonderful relaxing fun video ❤❤❤❤
When you were eating Hobbs looks up at you then looks away as if to think Brian is not sharing with this old dog. I really enjoy Hobbs and you two interacting. He is a sweet dog, glad you were able to adopt him and Kelly’s mom would be so happy. Beautiful scenery where you are at, birds chirping and signing👍🏼👏🏼
Brian, you're a hero to Hobbs. He's very lucky to have you in his senior years.
Such a blessing that u take Hobbs along for the ride. You will be rewarded many times over....
Lucky Hobbs
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I had to laugh. Hobbs starts the vid all smelly in your van, gets a bath and ends up in Kelly's for the night.
You're a good man Brian. : )
Great time of year... Enjoy these Late spring days ya all. Awesome location, nice water sounds.🤙🤙I spent 3 days in Stanley last week, virtually empty and quiet, was Epic. only 150 miles from my land . Hope to visit more , waitin on my Retirement in 18 months. Safe travels ya all , Be blessed🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸
Hobbs with the photo bomb!
I know right??? Laughed so hard!!!
Brian my love. Life has a way of filling time. Looks like you are a good cook. Hobbs completely enjoys being outdoors. You have a wonderful way of life. Until next time. Please, take care and stay safe. Love ya 🍺🇺🇸🕊🌹🌞👍❤️😇🙏🌈
Your videos seem to always improve my mental health. Thank you for that. :)
Bless you for taking such good care of Old Man Hobbs. Everyone dog should have such a good life.
Great to see how well Hobbs has adjusted!
Lovely…💖
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I loved the waking footage to open this excellently well rounded episode. Such a joy❤
Thank you so much for sharing your life, I've been fortunate enough to follow you from the early days in San Diego, never miss a video. You always bring a smile to my face, many times when I really needed it. Also, I just noticed you passed 100,000 subscribers, congratulations!
Thank you!
That looks so peaceful.
Do you have a link to the carbon steel pans?
Merten & Storck is the brand. Sorry, youtube blocks links now.
Greetings from NH! I think it's pretty funny that you said in videos way back that a dog wouldn't fit into your life but one found you anyway. It's interesting how things work out sometimes.
Take care!
-Jon
lol, we're actually looking for a home for him.
Good morning y'all, I'm in Texas now, finally back on the road !
Happy Trails everyone.
What a beautiful camp that mountain in the backround amazing love your tucking in hobbs he loves you and i can see why your very sweet be safe ❤❤❤❤
You might’ve been doing some chores but it still looked like a fantastic day of camping!
Brian loved the extra long shots of the trees etc with just the natural sounds on this video
The way Hobbs walked in those little shoes had me cracking up 😂 great video love watching the cooking clips 👍🏼
Thanks. I’ve been wondering for a while about how wide your bed is. I widened mine. Big shoulders is the main reason.
I am always amazed at how simple you make your campimg spots are blend of peace, water, trees with shade. Absolutely the best part you always share. Be safe, have fun and enjoy your adventures. Toledo 💙
Brian great video you're content is very relaxed and comfortable to watch do you set your hammock up at every camp?
Thank you. If there are trees, the hammock goes up. After months in the desert, it's one of the things I look forward to the most when getting back to the forests.
Awesome concept video. Really liked the "here we are where we started" part. Only thing missing was Hobbes. Guess he was with Kelly that night. Thanks for sharing. And yes, your videos are relaxing!
Thank you for the video for a moment I thought Hobbs was ready to go to the gym nice stretch do you have any job's lined up for this year
Having trouble finding a job with the dog. Hopefully we can find a home for him soon.
Another great video! You all are awesome! Stay safe and God bless you all!
It makes my heart smile when Hobbs wags his tail like that! He truly is a happy boy and you guys are heroes!❤TN Nana
I really enjoy your videos and you sharing your life. I hope to one day to get a ban to go and camp. I am retiring from the fire department in December so I hope to get one next year. Take care.
I really enjoy your videos and you sharing your life. I hope to one day to get a ban to go and camp. I am retiring from the fire department in December so I hope to get one next year. Take care.
HEY! Good morning Brian , Kelly and Hobbs!
Brian did you get that pan on Amazon... Whats the name brand... I couldn't really read it on my little screen
Merten&Storck
The adventure continues
Really really enjoyed this one Brian. You captured the essence of why I love the VanLife. Glad you’re enjoying it so much.
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Guns/germs/steel is thought provoking.
Greetings from New Zealand. Thanks again for a beautiful and peaceful video set in nature. Soul food for this worn out kiwifruit packhouse seasonal worker currently doing 12hr shifts! Peace to you also Brian, Kelly and Hobbs.
Hi Brian. Congratulations on 100k subs. I've been subscribed for something like 7 years. I first watched when you switched out of the Dodge to new for you van and headed of to Vegas and Lake Havasu. Thanks for your stories. I was wondering when this day would come! I'm looking forward to the next 7 years.
This is an interesting book I read in my Economic history course years ago
Brian, thank you for sharing your day, on your life adventures. Always love your video, very beautiful and relaxing.
ranch style beans and ro-tel, 2 awesome pantry staples to come out of texas.
What a gorgeous spot! The trees, the creek, the quiet and the company of course. Hobbs seems younger now than he did when you got him - I think the lifestyle is good for him and that he feels safe and loved. Reading the first few comments, seems you are getting great advice from experts. Awesome
YUM!!
Bed time, but where is Hobbs?
Coolbeans.. Love your videos.
Love your videos, Brian. Hobbs is so cute
Another great video! Always love the cooking and eating. That’s what camping is all about for us that can’t go camping that often. God bless love from Colorado.
Peace
Thank you.
Peace to you too! Nice calm chilled video.
Hey Brian, love your vids! Short story...dicor should never be used as the ONLY line of defense imo!
Unsolicited advise re caulks for "sealing / waterproofing" purposes. After rving for 8 yrs Ive learned a few things from much more informed techs. If it were me I would consider using a true sealant like Geocel Pro Flex or similar products. Its a true water proof sealant as opposed to the typical popular 'lap sealants' which are meant to cover the permanent seals underneath such as Butyl tape etc. The lap sealants should NOT be your only line of defense from water intrusion, they do well to divert water away but not so good at actually 'sealing' and as we all know its a constant and regular maintenance job and easily overlooked when they fail and they do fairly quickly. Do some research on your own. Personally I dont use dicor or silicone anywhere on my rig especially since Ive re coated my fiberglass roof with a Pro rubberized coating. All my other seals and gaps below the roof that need attention is 100% Proflex. Two years + later all good. Look into it. I know rv mfgrs use dicor for everything but...we all know the short cuts and cost cutting methods they all employ. Im sure I'll get a lot of arguments but do yourself a favor and do some deeper research. Thanks Brian. Cheers
Thanks, Brian. Always enjoyable to "spend a day with you" like this.
That burrito looked tasty
I like your dad's choice of books and your choice of living.
Thanks again for sharing!
👍👍 Thanks Brian and God bless y’all ✌️
I have a question. I recently moved back to the USA after 7 years in mostly Mexico. Right now I am in the Pacific Northwest living with on an island sharing a house with an elderly family friend in exchange for a room and bathroom I clean, cook, order most of our food delivered. When his is gone I would like to stay in the USA in a small town, but surrounded by nature in a small cabin or tiny house, with no extreme weather. I have been a fan of your channel since 2020. Do you have any suggestions for me to check out. I lived in a school bus with my husband for a few years in Northern CA. Then on a boat on lake union in Seattle for a few years. Now turning 70 and ready to try some places in the USA. Thanks Brian. Ask Kelly too. Or even a winter place and a summer place as a renter.
PNW is hard to beat!
Another great spot to enjoy nature. Oh boy, Hobbes sure has the dogs life.
3:49 Cold Water Plunge Opportunity :)
Love this video ❤
Careful with steel utensils on the new frying 🍳 pan. 👍🏻🥺
Steel on steel. 👍🏼
Yes definitely always a calm and relaxing video, thanks Brian👍
I want a spreader!
nice hair cutt , hobbs
Good morning
Brian we have had our share of senior dogs over the years. What may help Hobs navigate the steps is some grip tape..what skateboarders use. This builds up confidence and he will less likely to fall due to fear.
Thats what the stuff on the step and bumper is.👍🏼
So where's the dog when you bed down? You woke with him on the floor.
With Kelly, we alternate nights.
Hobbs in boots!
Brian what brand is Hobbs shoes? Looks like it fits him well and he s comfortable walking. I am shopping shoes for my fur baby. Thanks
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@@AdventureVanMan thank u, appreciate d response
I've been looking for a cast iron replacement like you did. Please let us know the name and where you got it. I tried to understand the name as you mentioned it but would like to know the spelling. Thanks. What a gorgeous place to camp.
I think it's Merten&Storck.
@@AdventureVanMan TX - ordered one. Also I reserved Guns, Germs and Steel at our library. Looks interesting.
5:55 a good black steel pan will be with you for life, changes the cooking experience. There’s specific initial seasoning processes to follow.
matfer bourgeat makes quality pans