Mellow in a Meadow: Boondocking Lolo Pass
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2019
- After a few minor setbacks it was time to just relax and enjoy a quiet spot in the Idaho mountains. No drama here, just a few small upgrades and a meal in the meadow. Seem like something’s missing? I avoided one feature I usually include in most of my videos.
Song Credit: Lowvees's Song" by Stephen Shaw. Used by Permission. Stephen's music and videos can be found here:
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Slim,
I’m a second year grad student in ATL who’s been writing a screenplay about a boondocking van dweller. Naturally, from doing video research on van life content on RUclips, I came across your channel through algorithmic fate. I’ve been hooked ever since, and really love your authenticity and candor more than most of the content I get on RUclips. Keep on keeping on.
Slim and Adventure Van Man are the only two I watch. I've tried the others but there is only one Slim.
Take care, enjoy life.
@@ShawshankR3demption I'll have to check out adventure van Man! Interestingly enough, the tentative title of my screen play is "Van Man"...
Same to you, friend.
You should watch some of Pam on the Lam videos. She's stopped traveling but her adventures and videos are a hoot!
you always have the best nature shots i'm impressed my friend enjoy
I can feel the wind, hear the water and smell the scents of the meadow.
Damn I want your computer. LOL
@@stevec2665 LOL....silly. Just close your eyes take a deep breath and go.....
The meadow and music scenes were paired perfectly..you are blessed to enjoy the most peaceful and tranquil parts of this beautiful country. Thanks for taking us along.
Slim, add some dried onion flakes to your pantry. Does not need to be refrigerated and gives a nice taste to your dishes. I think it tastes better and stores better than the powder.
Thanks for the wonderful videos.
Mmm Vicky great suggestion. They go great with potato dishes. YUM!!! 🤗
I agree, dried garlic flakes are also available, ditch both the onion and garlic powders. Your taste buds will love you for it.
@@ZeusBike333 OMG I LOVE LOVE LOVE GARLIC 🤗❤
Slim Potatohead eating potatoes .. 🤔 hmmm, isnt that rather cannibalistic?? 😁
Ok, so here is some unsolicited cooking advice: When you try to fry something, put it in hot oil and let it sit. Don't poke, stir, flip and mix. Just let it be. When it browns on one side, flip it. You can put the potatoes and the zucchini in together, but let them be. When you poke them all the time, they basically boil and then fall apart. Thank you for all your beautiful videos!
Good advice, though Slim seems to poke at his food a lot whether eating or cooking.
OK they don't call him slim for nothing. So he must be doing something right with his diet and cooking. Though the no meat part of that formula would be tough to take.
Looks like Slim could use a good steak!
Slim could cover it,too, to add moisture.
@@mjarchambeau I thought the same as a meat and potatoes guy, but the better half has been making me try her veggie meat products and it actually pretty good, give it a try.
I love the nature sounds with the music.
That's the first thing I noticed when I started watching his video's. Absolutely love it.
Hmmm, not sure what is missing, just enjoyed the Idaho colors and relaxing music.
Shredded cabbage keeps well and is tasty fried... ☮️💜😺
A nice zen-like choice for the instrumental music depicting the meadow.
I’ve found as I get older that more light is better. Nice music in this video Slim. 👍
Yep, the more light the better. I began carrying a small led single AAA flashlight in my pocket all the time. Changed my world! Didn't realize how much I'd use that. But I typically use it multiple times a day. It really helps with small print on directions or the tiny mouseprint ingredient list on the back of a food package or something.
I wonder what soundtrack that is. ( guitar ) Very nice.
@@snubber100 Hi snubber100, it's not a soundtrack, it's music I composed, recorded and dedicated to Lowvee Cole years ago.
You'll notice that many RUclipsrs use the exact same music; Slim wantedr something different from what's out there. Glad to provide it to him. Thanks for your comment, appreciate it! ;-) Lucky for all of you … I don't sing; if I did, all the dogs in the country would start howling! I know my limitations.
@@ScubaSteveCanada Again , very nice. Thanks for sharing.
It's always enjoyable when you show and tell your viewers/followers/subscribers about your innovations. A tremendous bonus in this video is the fall color display you treated us to. Many thanks! Hope you escaped the mega snowstorm that engulfed parts of Montana the final weekend of September.
Nice video Slim,Truly a beautiful place thanks for sharing it with us 👍👍😊
Me being a Fall Baby.... I love colors of the fall.... So beautiful and serene...
Slim... Your ability to marry tranquil music and breathtaking scenery with your down-to-earth commentary is magical. I am still stuck, at 64, in the rat race. I am able to cope with that fact because of your videos. Listening to you and your philosophy is like seeing into the core of my soul.
Beautiful, thank you for sharing. You really captured the peace that nature gives.
Great video as usual. I'm very familiar with the Lolo Pass area and you are most certainly in bear country. Glad to see you had your bear spray. I recommend at stop at Lolo Hot Springs for a few hours of relaxation. I've camped across the street at Lolo Hot Springs camp grounds while on several solo Harley trips back in the 90's.. It is truly a magnificent area. Thank you for bringing back so many wonderful memories. Safe and happy travels Slim.
I thank you from the bottom of my ❤️ for your videos! They’re fantastic, beautiful and peaceful!
i get so absorbed into the fantastic scenery that time just seems to fly by, and these videos seem short. too short. but that's the way life is. you find something that thrills you and there just isn't enough time to watch it. but new fantastic landscapes are on the horizon....thanks slim.
.... Another great video Slim,nice work!
Your cooking creations are like mine “edible and brown”!🙄🤣🤣🤣 Stunning videography with perfect music! I love your videos!
Funny how those of us who don't do a lot of fancy cooking always go for edible and brown.
Well if you can't make it good, you can at least make it Hot.
Tabasco tabasco tabasco :)
Who else was waiting for him to notice that piece of zucchini hiding out under the stove ?
Good eye, I think it escaped to the meadow floor....
james mcdowell I was waiting for him to make a witty comment about feeding wildlife or something...
I couldn't stop looking at that stray zucchini. He probably ate it raw.
james mcdowell 😄😄
My granddaughter (9 years old) and I had a summer routine where we'd get our breakfast, sit out on the back porch, and watch Slim Potatohead. She loves your vids as much as I do. PLEASE don't do a cooking segment, lol. I get it, I've had my share of back-country cooking in the wild, but it's not for the faint of heart. I laughed so much on this video, especially when you sat back after taking a bite of your concoction and said, "Yeah that tastes about right," LOL (9:48)
I love the way you orchestrated the meadow scene. Watching the beauty of God's creation put to that amazing music, added some peace to my somewhat stressful day!
I totally agree.
Best backyard! Beautiful melodic vignette of meadows, bush and stream. Thanks for the escape.
This guy is my hero.
Your ability to capture amazing scenery with a lens then honor it with the perfect soundtrack is second to none. That was a pleasure to watch, thx.
That was absolutely beautiful!! Especially with the music and ended up watched it twice. City life really is a distraction from nature that continues it's journey without us.
So serene. You paired the music perfectly. Wonderful video - great mix of conversation and silence. Thanks, Slim :)
The music was perfect,beautiful and that scenery. ..LOVE THOSE RED colors. Another great video.
Super, Slim. You let the scenery do the talking. What a destination. Thx
Another fantastic Slim Potatohead production! Fantastic fall colours and mood matching music! Thanks Slim for this pleasant diversion from our everyday hectic lives 😀 look forward to your videos. Take care and stay safe.
Really enjoyed the video and I listened to it in my Sony headphones. That piece of music was unreal. Thanks 👍🏻
Hi Bryan, one of my better songs. Glad to see how Slim used it in his awesome video. Thanks for your comment!
New Art Form...
Slim...was always amazed at the Enya and Sinead Music videos of the 80’s...I think you are onto a similarly new and very important artform...
Repeating a reply to another comment here:
Agreed! Slim is just the best...I thoroughly enjoy his technical and artistic wizardry...just enough of each: The Stove; The Dual Battery Switch; Auxiliary Solar Panel...and then...and then...the great visual tour of The Meadow, complete with marvellous music! Slim, if you are reading this...keep ‘em coming! You are an inspiration...I really appreciate your equipment list for that reason, especially!
You do it well and hope you continue...
Best Regards,
Tom/Medicine Hat
My husband and I enjoy your videos. Loved seeing the scenery in this video with the changing colours of Autumn.
I surmise I do not have a lot in common with you. I am a Texas Pastor, who loves BBQ... BUT! I love and appreciate the awesome GREAT WILDERNESS, and Tranquil quiet Sanctuary of all this bucolic and wonderful world, and our eyes see the same beauty in this GREAT creation, each little scene, and every Grand Expanse, drives home in me a quiet peace and solitude, and even at night the Vaulted Dome of Stars above, brings me peace and joy, and so in these things let us revel in friendly companionship. Cheers, thank you, and God bless
thank you for the beautiful montage of colorful nature and relaxing music.
Epic content as always! 😃👍🏻
Those fall foliage colors....red is my favorite. I was a little stressed out from my day, but after laying here in my bed and experiencing this camping trip with you. I'm totally relaxed. Mellow as Jello. Better than a $60.00 massage. Thanks Slim. 😀😉👍
Peaceful and enjoyable video! You have a way of making peace shine thru!
Love your videos. Beautiful work! Informative and peaceful.
Lolo Pass is already on my list of places to travel. So glad you did this video. More inspiration and a little more info on what's in my future. Looks like late summer is a great time to visit. Thank you!
Beautiful scenery and lovely music.
Dear Slim, thank you for this video. The music, which BTW is haunting and beautiful coupled with your choices of images, is superb. I enjoy your mindfulness and unpretentious bearing. You are a mentor in disguise for the Aliner and for exploring without fear. Be safe, and happy on your travels.
Hi Margaret-Ann, I like how Slim uses the song … interesting to see where and how he uses the music compared to what I would do. Song is dedicated to Lowvee Cole, singer/songwriter/author for the support she gives to others.
That was a lovely camping spot, Slim. I enjoyed your cooking show, too!
Wow, that led light was so bright! I like the one you usually use, less stressful on the eyes. As always, thank you.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful video today. I love the way you see the World. 🌎♥️
Man I have been there! On that dirt road, maybe not the camping spot. Gorgeous place on this planet.
Thanks for taking us along Slim. I wanted to share a bit about lighting. The amber color you see when you turn on a light or see in a picture or film is caused by what is called light temperature. In your case, about 3400 degrees. Soft, and warm. It can be incandescent or LED. Same for, like your bright LED lamp, would be 5,000 to 6,500 "Daylight" temp..Bright and cool like noon on a sunny day. (my usual favorite since I am now 70 yrs.. and need it for reading a map or doing small sized repairs etc.). The Brightness you want is determined by either incandescent WATTS, or LED LUMENs. When you want to purchase a new bulb, or various type of LED (there are many), you need to determine what color temp., watts or lumens you want for your requirement. There is more, but close enough I think. Thanks for sharing your adventures, I'm sure we all appreciate them. jd
I liked it when you used the tree to lean against while you were cooking.
Cool thing about A-frames-can fit in any space the trailer box fits. There’s no worrying about needing space for slides or wings. 😁
Great views! Thank you so much for the beauty!
I always enjoy your videos, especially when you show how beautiful nature is. And your music is always perfect the nature shots. Thanks for sharing! Always a pleasure 😊 🌳 🍁🍂 🚙 🏕
Enjoyed this one a lot!
The music and meadow photography are stunning. Thank you
Wonderful video thank you. I loved the meadow scene and "Lowvees's Song" by Stephen Shaw which went along with it so well.
Thanks brighton dude. I wrote and dedicated Lowvee's Song years ago to Lowvee Cole (stage name). Glad to see how Slim used it, effectively, in the video. Cheers, Steve
@@ScubaSteveCanada greetings from Albania. I cannot find this theme in your Channel. I love it
Beautiful colors....can't wait to start my journey!
Nice, thank you very much. There's again everything in your vlog. Tech for us nerds, something for the stomach, images for the heart. Nice autumn to all of you.
I've tried other LED bulbs for our motorcoach. They certainly work but these look to put out more light. I'll be ordering several to try. Thanks fir the tip. The Lolo pass area is a incredible. There's an area west of Lolo pass that id like to get back and spend sime time. Heavily wooded tall old growth timber and running rivers. Unfortunately didn't have time to stop last time through.
Travel safe and thanks for all the videos!
So very peaceful! Thanks so much Slim!
Great scenic and informative video as always. Just wanted to mention that setting-up beneath trees is risky. Not so much under pine trees that mainly drop pine sap & needles, but beware the hardwoods that produce the widowmakers. Happy camping and thanks for sharing.
Wonderfully appropriate music! Another fantastic Slim production! Thank you!
In the scene where you picked up the walking stick, the color absolutely blew me away. Absolutely beautiful and what a great spot you picked with privacy.
And the focus is always right on. Sharpe near and far.
@@jimb5113 Yes! It gets pretty irritating when people try to create a video and it's never in focus or constantly going in and out of focus AND please don't record without the awesome wind muffler.
@@kennyc388 - Along with quality Slim also has content. Variety enough for almost any viewer. His camper details for many interests from how to, when to and why. His differing places that viewers can also enjoy. His history about places visited His camera details from wide angle to macro. He installed mixtures upon mixtures that draw us all fo rmany reasons.
I have watched all of The Slim Potatohead videos and if I did not enjoy the full video I found enough in each to keep me watching the full video. That is unusual on This Site.
I will keep looking for more from him in hope of more of the same.
Love zucchini, this time of year I eat it a few times a week. Lovely music with your outstanding videos. Such a pleasure to watch your videos/photography and commentary. Not sure if I said this before, but you have become my favorite RUclipsr. Videos are relaxing, educational and visually pleasing. I appreciate the time you put into what you do.
Great fall colors in the Rockies! Nice job Slim.
Truly loving your videos Slim. Thanks for sharing your nomadic passion with us!
Hi I'm from Morocco I love watching beautiful videos
Walid Afia Salam. I’m from Morocco too hiii There’s a lot of videos specially overlanding around America and northern Canada
Beautiful scenery with a lot of contrast in color. I can’t wait for our foliage to change. But you can keep the snow. I love watching your videos and your helpful hints.
Okay... you've got me!!! The video AND the music are perfect! A beautiful moment!!!
How beautiful the butterflies and the music!
Its still reaching 90 here ! enjoyed all the shots of the wind blown vegetation , i could just imagine the feel of a cool breeze on my face haha. Enjoyed the video as usual. Thanks
Very pretty Slim. Thanks for sharing the beauty you find...
The Meadow-what a great video. Beautiful land and water. So peaceful. I love the music you played as well. Job well done. Goldie in Jax. Fl
Love the meadow! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for bringing us along to your So Peaceful meadow. And the 🎶.. a Zen moment for sure.
Glad to see that bear spray though. 😅
Thank for shearing. Makes me feel good to see so much beauty!
The nature video and soundtrack were beautiful.
We really enjoy your videos. They are great quality. Plus you are very informative. Excellent job.
These videos have been helping me get through the week. I have to put our dog down today. I’ve been watching these because it’s down to earth and simple visuals and pleasant narration. I don’t want to think and I need something to occupy my mind. Hopefully, these videos help after our old boy is gone.
Wow, the view at 12:30 and Stephens amazing music, perfect!
Beautiful! Thank you!
Another great video and beautiful scenery! Very inspiring! Thank you Slim!
Absolutely wonderful! Enjoy your videos very much!
Thank you, Slim, for that wonderfully AMAZING footage of a secluded mountain meadow!! The sharp colors & time exposure shots all said one thing to me: a patient & EXCELLENT photographer!! It's true. Most people take such a talent for granted; not me. I have been in love with the mountains ever since I was 8 yrs old, growing up near the Colorado Rockies.
So, w/o rambling on & on, I give this video lots of thumbs up!!! Thanks again (and, yeah, I'm enjoying finding you channel again! 😊).
God bless! 💜
Beautiful scenery! Another great video.
Peaceful, relaxing, and satisfying episode. Well done Slim.
Hoey moley! Idaho is BEAUTIFUL! Yup I want to be there.
WOW!! Awesome colors... The reds just pop!... Sure signs of Fall... What Beauty!... Thanks Slim...
Thanks, Slim. I needed a few peaceful minutes in nature today.
Terrific video clips, beautifully edited! You and Abner are a great team! Enjoy and MANY Thanks!
Very beautiful work Slim. You never let me down. Travel on!
Very well done Slim. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome video of all of the autumn colours in the forest !
Beautiful! Very nice, thank you!
Great camera, beautiful video. Thanks again for sharing the beauty of nature. Keep on camping ⛺️
Thank you for this channel, LOVE your photography, you have a talent that keeps myself and others yearning for more. thanks again.
Wow! So ethereal.....and beautiful. Thank you.
Beautiful photography. Tranquil and peaceful. Mother Earth is putting on her most beautiful coat..
That landscaping footage was incredible !! Slim, you have outstanding photography skills ! Happy Trails.....
I'm guessing it's the wind turbine that is missing. Loved the meadow and music.
Thank you for sharing this with us. It is very calming in this upside down world we are living through. Much appreciated.