SURVIVING A NIGHT IN AMERICA'S LARGEST SAND DUNES (crazy sand storm)
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- Опубликовано: 15 авг 2020
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Could you spend the night here?!?!
#vanlife / Travel vlog 727 | Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado | Filmed July, 2020
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Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, we got married June 2013 and quickly caught the #travel bug! We started “travel hacking” & finally decided we wanted to travel for one year. After 2 years of saving $ and over 2 million miles and points, we sold our cars and apartment and left home January 10, 2016. We started this #travelvlog to share our experiences with friends and family, then decided we really liked vlogging and traveling! After achieving our new goal of 100 countries before 2020 and all 7 continents, we have no plans to slow down anytime soon, and we are incredibly thankful to do something we love every day. :)
This is what my parents sound like when they tell stories about how far they had to travel to walk to school
My mother was from Buffalo. And, yes, she did walk to school during blizzards.
hahaha 😂
LMAO!
Rafting and you mountain bike let's go
Uphill both ways right
hats off to Nate for hiking twice to set the camera up on the dune! That is dedication to the vlog! LOL
Drone.
@@erikaInDR smart! Hadn't thought of that!
dah huai te jang ki li😄😄😃
Calling
Hd
When Kara said “your footsteps were the only thing I could focus on” my heart melted...you two are wonderful together, a great example of what marriage can be. ❤️
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Barry Baz wait what
@Barry Baz no they don’t you can tell
With all due respect, this looked like a nightmare.
That was my thoughts exactly ! Good on the doh - I feel like if I ever make it there I wont have to put my self through it I will just rewatch this ! 😂😂
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Total nightmare, hard to watch. Watching less & less
Lol
Great last name!!
Many people have iconic phrases Kara and nate’s being: “This is home for the night”
and "bathroom tour"
Alexis Shivas that is very true
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Sn__wwy don't forget "I think this is the hardest thing we've ever done."
Imagine having a life changing experience everyday for the last three years.
For real like I’m about to head to some countries and see what they’re really like vs what school taught us. Stay tuned because in ten years or so I may vlog it...
Item to add to necessary van life storage: small 2 person tent.
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Item to add to necessary van life storage: LARGE 2 person tent.
:p
Get a 3-person. There's not that much difference in price and weight, but being able to fit some gear in the tent with you if it starts raining makes a huge difference. Plus, if you're car camping, a 3-person fits a queen size air mattress!
@@unpopablebubble my rule is if it say a 2 person, get a 4 person lol. I think they use the measurements of a small child to determine person size 😂
I was really upset about the state of things tonight. My daughter said, "Come on, Mom, which Kara and Nate do you want to watch?" It really helped to take a mini vacation with you guys. Thanks for helping people travel virtually. It makes a difference!
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It’s so strange how one country can have so many different landscapes
Nicholas Pitsillos ikr
I know right?! Who knew!
Kara and Nate yeah!
Scotland is the same. We have it ALL here too!! I love my country for that reason. It's so beautifully scenic!!! Heaven sent!
@@KaraandNate you guys are the best. You always put a smile on my face!!😁
The fact you do these excruciating hikes and make them even harder on yourselves to capture beautiful shots of you walking far ahead blows my MIND! You guys are seriously amazing!
i thought exactly the same
It always reminds me of just how much bloody hard work goes into a good video!💓
I want that Kara and Nate type love 😭
My heart broke when Kara was talking about how the harsh sand was hurting her. They are so amazing for pushing through!
So, let's start a packing list for next time...
1. Tent
2. Sleeping Pad
3. Goggles
4. Bobcat Repellent Spray
5. Non-Tuna Dinner
6. Rain Gear
7.Snickers
You don’t need bobcat spray😂 bobcats are like twenty pounds. If you meant mountain lion, you would just use bear spray for it, but again these are not mountain lion tracks.
And backpack for Kara!
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Ear plugs
It's crazy how y'all continue to take on challenges that are harder than the ones you just completed! keep on going!
Kara and Nate: “I think that’s the hardest thing we’ve ever done”
Us: you said that last week, and the one before that 😂
LOL. I was thinking the same thing. 😊
That's what makes it so fun and interesting to watch. They are always taking on new challenges
@@personincognito3989 Yeah that's true!!
Lol🤣🤣
Yassss hahahah
can we just freaking talk about how Nate wakes Kara up every morning the coffee kiss and snuggle was EVERYTHING I love them so much
This year is all about surviving challenges we never thought we’d see. Perfect reflection of our times, Kara & Nate!!
❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love u Kara and Nate!
Who else is early?
_Gachaz Milaaz_ me
Kara and Nate you should stop wearing fleece masks there was a study that they actually are worse then not wearing a mask
I like how Nate wakes Kara up every single time..with coffee, a slight nudge, and a kiss :) too sweet!
I need a Nate
I like it when they wake up and they're still alive😅
@@agonicole I can’t deal with how cheap he is. There is no way they aren’t having off camera fights over it. I’m not saying they shouldn’t try to save money when they can. But he’s to the point of aggravating.
I'm watching all your videos in a random order, but I just wanted to leave a comment to say how much I enjoy your channel and how you guys open up the world to the rest of us. Thank you 😊 You genuinely seem like such lovely people doing some amazing things. Especially impressed with how you've handled things during covid and I've actually really enjoyed the things you've put out from Stateside. It's been a tough year or two but I'm really looking forward to getting out and travelling some more myself when I can and you guys are keeping that wanderlust building. All the best from the UK 🇬🇧✌🏻
My legs were burning just watching y’all hike in the sand. My hubby and I have gone to the top of the first big dune and it was definitely a challenge so kudos to y’all for going all the way!! I couldn’t believe watching IG when y’all woke up to the cat tracks🙈, that’s bloomin’ scary!!! I love that y’all are loving my state of Colorado!! Happy travels🚐
Stay you ✌🏼
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8:31 That's some dedicated vlogging action!
Flying the drone out in front of you and walking towards it is dedication?
@@katherine7444 They walked to the spot. Set up the camera then walked backwards the could film themselves walking
@@joelenelester8564 Why arent there any footprints then?
katherine7444 there are...
@@rylo881 No, there arent, if you pause at 8:34 you can see the footprint behind them but no footprints in front of them.
One time at the Sand Dunes, I was sleeping “under the stars” (i. e. no tent) and when I woke up in the middle of the night there was the greatest meteor show, with meteor after meteor streaking across the sky every minute or so. I thought it must just be normal for the Sand Dunes because it’s so dark, but years later I realized it was probably the annual Perseids meteor shower. You were so close to the optimum Perseids date (August 12), I hope you were able to see them.
saw them as a kid, my parents woke us up at like 3 am and drove us out to the middle of no where, totally worth it, Have not seen them since.
I think in the description they said they filmed in July. Still possible they saw a few if in July.😊✌
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I got to watch the Perseids in Desolation Wilderrness (near lake Tahoe) in 2020 and it was one of the coolest experiences of my life.
Nate owes you a spa year. I'd watch a full year of vlogs where Kara is just endlessly pampered at spas all over the country.
The sand dunes hold a very special place in my heart. When I was a little girl, we would go down to Alamosa which is south west where you guys were staying, and would kidnap my great grandparents go to KFC, buy a big ol bucket of chicken and go to the sand dunes and play all day long in the sand and the creek, if it was flowing above ground, lol. I miss them and the trip so much. I'm so happy y'all were having fun exploring my home state, I can't wait too see what's next on your adventures!
Its so sweet how he still always makes her morning coffee and places it next to her 😭😭💕
That slowed clip of kara voicing over her trying to cross the dune gave me goosebumps! So inspiring and im so happy you guys kept pushing forward and accomplished your goal:)
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The recaps at the beginning are always so amazing! I love how you ever so slightly change it so it’s not boring and you can basically watch any video and it seems like you’ve been with them for much longer.
I admire y'all's positivity and perspective in the face of any challenge. Thanks for being you and for the encouragement. Always look forward to your next video coming out.
I love how through difficulties Kara and Nate remain calm and happy. Most people (including me) would complain so much about the sand and difficulties of climbing. And Kara and Nate are just happy to be together and experiencing something new.
when they set down their camera so they can film themselves walking but then they have to walk back and get it
dedication
"film"?
@@hukshot ya like record themselves
It's a drone
yes, but "film"?
Hi guys, love the channel. Those are coyote tracks, and they naturally get laid down in couplets. Coyotes are usually very shy, and this one was probably shocked once she realized you were out there. Big cat tracks are about 400% larger, laid down evenly, not paired, and are in nearly a straight line. actually, if a person looks down a line of lion tracks they will make very slight lazy "s's", often with a tail dip alternating with the stride. If you're nearRockies
Very useful info, thank you!
I love the way Nate wakes up Kara it’s so sweet
Nate was making me tear up not because of the sand, but telling us how far him and Kara have come. :')
When you know what's going to happen in the vlog because you stalk them on Instagram
This has to be my most favorite video ever. Amazing strength and courage. Kudos to the both of you.
Been watching your videos for a while now. After seeing this one I took a spontaneous road trip from California with some friends to experience the dunes. Walking through that sand was not easy. Hats off to you both for going as far as you did.
Nate has a good point... you don’t want your hands to smell like the PREDATORS FOOD! Amazing that you got any sleep at all with mountain lion tracks around😅
Thankfully we didn't see those until in the morning or I definitely wouldn't have slept!
Kara and Nate yeh its just as well you didn’t see them before😂
Mountain lions do not see you as lunch. They like small scurrying things - and swift moving trail runners - lunch & fun!
Kara and Nate I pretty much guarantee that that wasn’t a mountain lion. It may have been a coyote or even a fox. The shape and size were not right for a mountain lion
@@Vaughnwb I agree, I wouldn't have thought mountain lion. I was thinking bobcat. They were pretty small when he put his finger in them.
Wow! It's amazing that you guys have the perseverance to set up a tripod, walk away from it, then tramp back again. Definitely longer than an eight-mile round trip! 😂
So glad you two are having so much fun in Colorado and showing a wide audience all the adventures and landscapes you can see here.
i love how you guys show how things are REALLY like and not just the good things! Love the vlogs
Hello Kara and Nate
I am a kid watching you from Greece and I want too set a goal to visit 100 countries
I am still 10 so I have been only to N. Ireland Irealnd and Germany. But thans to you feel I have been to 100 countries from your videos and everything else you have done. I also like you are always ready for something new.
Love your videos
Kimon
Kara - there is no such thing as overusing the footage of Nate scaring himself near to death working on the electrical system!!! 🤣🤣🤣 Oh, and next time in sand dunes... goggles!!
Old but not dead hahaha I’ve found a way to sneak it into almost every vlog since 🤣🤣🤣
@@KaraandNate Need more of the lighting himself on fire clip too.
@@KaraandNate Need more of the lighting himself on fire clip too.
I know it wasn’t funny at the time but Nate’s “repairs” and ultimate mishaps in the van are priceless. Stay safe!
Yep 😂🤣
As a Colorado native and living in Gunnison...makes me soooo happy to watch how much you two have been enjoying this wonderful, beautiful state!!! Endless adventures!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Gunnison is beautiful!!. I went to first grade there at Blackstock elementary, idk if it’s still there, that was back in 1967/68 . I remember being fascinated by the big W on the hillside , my Dad taught at western state U for a year. I think the U has a different name now.
I’ve been back a few times, lots of cool ghost towns nearby. Such a gorgeous place but cold in the winter !!
1927su that’s awesome!! Yeah that elementary isn’t here anymore. The big W is still here though!! I’m originally from the Denver area and moved up here in 2010 for college and after graduating I didn’t want to move back to the city like most of my friends did so I stayed! Can’t imagine living anywhere else!! When I came here for college it was called Western State College then by the time I graduated it changed to Western State Colorado University and now I think it’s Western State University or something like that haha they keep changing it...some alum donated a massive amount of money to change the name again and build another building to add an engineering department/program to the school, which is cool they have that! But a bit crazy to me to keep changing the name! It sure does get cold here but I absolutely love the cold!! I can’t do the heat very well!
honestly this video was just so sweet. the little moments between you two are so special.
If that was a mountain lion it was fresh out the womb 😂 their tracks are usually MUCH bigger haha
I was thinking bobcat
Maybe another of those stray cats that are in so many videos 😢😢 I'm not being serious
I don't think you understand how footprints work in the sand
Those are most likely coyote tracks because they are in groups of two and are two small to be mountain lion tracks. Lion tracks index on themselves because the rear paw lands where the front paw landed.
All I keep thinking is the sand you're gonna be finding for months! It's like glitter...the gift that keeps on giving...
Love living through your experiences. Would love to see more than one video a week but I know its so much work to put together and you do a really great job!
I have lived in Colorado my whole life. I love it here and my parents take me so many fun places. It’s great to see how much fun you guys are having here.
I can't believe all of the risks you guys take it definitely make me want to watch more and you make all your videos so relatable and show the ups and downs of van life!!
Me watching:
So they edited this,and put it up on RUclips, Oh thank god they're alive😂
Same😂😂😂
I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos
Thank you so much Kara and Nate for liking my video! It means SO much :D
Lol, right?!
I really admire your sense of adventure and bravery doing this. As well as perservering to keep on going on this crazy adventure! Thank you so much for inspiring me so much and helping me through the tough times :)
You two always keep a positive attitude even in tough situations, such great role models! ❤️
It looks so cool but extremely scary at the same time! Wow! Such an extreme experience! 🙌 You do look like a burrito Kara ahahahah
Kara in the morning is a complete mood and I love it.
I love how strong and brave you both are I’ve been binging your channel for a little over 2 weeks now. I am always so impressed 🥰
I really like you guys embracing the wild side of travelling. It’s even better than the city/aeroplane travel
16:29 😂 (Kara is thinking “imma eat it when you fall asleep”)
It seems like fun now, but you will be finding sand in your stuff for months.
Kara should I quit youtube my friends keep making fun of me for it
@@MatthewMilton follow your heart bro
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@@shenalmanishkaphotography jo
Awww when Nate cuddled Kara was so cute
What an awesome adventure! Love watching your videos Kara and Nate! 💕
This footage was so worth it. Thank you guys for making the physical journey. Great job as always!!
I live vicariously through you two because I simply don’t have the courage (nor the physical stamina in many cases) to dive into the adventures you take us through! Thank you for sharing your amazing experiences with us!
Your guys life is the best, you make videos for a living and you get almost constant vacation!! You guys are blessed
I'm so happy you guys are spending so much time in Colorado!! It's an AWESOME place!
You never doubt their love for eachother and I just want what they have more than anything 😭🥰
I was looking for this comment
I've binged about 85% of all your travels during Covid (I'll be sad when I get to the last one). I really hope you guys find yourselves back on airplanes in 2021, but thank you for staying with us in your van!
Hi Kara and Nate, your US adventures are just as much fun to watch as your international travels, best of luck to you on the open road.
I think the way Kara and Nate live, one big adventure after the other, is how all of us are supposed to live.
Sometimes, I need something positive that puts a smile on my face. That’s EXACTLY your videos! Thanks for being awesome. I’m a big fan. ❤️😃
💯 agree.. great videos :)
Me too
I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos
Yes yes and yes
I never get sick of the Nate almost electrocuting himself scene. So funny!
I love Kara being the narrator!!! The description makes us feel your pain and journey....
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You guys are the best! Stay awesome guys!
"I don't know what I would have done without your footsteps to follow" ughhhh so cute Kara!
You guys are just such down to earth people! Normally RUclipsrs gain a certain amount of attitude after attaining as many subscribers as you guys. But you both are the best and most down to earth couple! Keep the videos coming! I love you both!
Thank you for supporting the Access fund!!! This Coloradan loves his outdoors and there a very near and dear charity! Love the content guys!
Thank you guys for partnering with such cool companies that work toward contributing to these awesome causes, but also give us the opportunity to live a more adventurous lifestyle! You guys did such a great job conquering that hike!
Who else comes to the comments but has nothing to say 😂
Love you guys!!
Hahaha hope you enjoyed the vlog 🙃
Kara and Nate I know I did!
I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos
Those sand dunes are in the US? Wow looks like somewhere in Arabia. And you didn’t let the wind stop you in your tracks, even when you were in pain. Never give up, never surrender
I see you everywhere
They have tons of sand dunes here in Southern California. Look up Glamis :)
Hello, fellow Cuban American, I think we watch the same videos cause I see you everywhere 🤣
If you can get Google Earth you should take a look at that. That is the a great way to see everything in the world, well almost everything.
These sand dunes are near Alamosa, Colorado. It’s a national park, but never too crowded. These are the highest dunes in North America, and butt up against the mountains there, on the east side of the valley.
That was truly epic! Much impressed by your determination and resolve.
I came here as a child and the winds kicked up and I couldn’t find my family, I was terrified! I can honestly say that almost all of the places you go to, I would love to visit/revisit. The sand dunes...never, ever again! Glad you guys made it!
From Antarctica to mountains to the seas and oceans to the van ride to the city tour to sandy plains.... They have left nothing
Love ur blogs...
This was beautiful. I always thought I had to go to the Sahara to see views like this. Thank you as always for sharing your experience and inspiring so many of us.
Ok so you two are SO brave! Love your channel have watched you for years! Thank you for sharing this amazing adventure! ❤️
Kara’s voice over totally soothed my sole love y’all!!
I’ve always wanted to do something like this, so inspiring seeing others pursue ur dream!!
You make us proud Kara and Nate! You guys set the perfect example that, no challenges should stop one from pursuing what they love!
Best wishes to you guys🥰
Thank you so much @Kara and Nate for liking my comment.Omg you guys made my day😍🔥❤
Just wanted to thank y’all! Used to travel around the world on biz and now w C-19 it’s been a great find to watch y’all’s vlogs.
Nate at 6:00 AM - “We did it!”
Kara - “Mmhm, Shhhh, I’m not done doing it yet.”
😂
I'm also virtually sleeping on dunes. Sounds crazy but thanks to Kara and Nate.❤️
I've been following you on Instagram and waiting for this video, I'm so excited!
Back in March I lost my job because of Covid and watching you both made me focus on the good things in life. I'm finally working again and had to subscribe again on my phone and now I can leave comments. Your videos are the best! Lots of love to you both! ❤❤❤
your story really made me feel for the people thousands of years ago in the middle east who would travel by foot from country to country through the desert. props to y'all
“I don’t know what I’d do if I didn’t have your footsteps to follow.” -Kara
Awwwwwwwwwwwww
your relationship is so beautiful ! when she said all I could do was focus on your footsteps I got a lot of trust n love out of it ... !
Love these vid's of you guys seeing the beauty of this country. so much interesting stuff to see!
You guys are so active! I love it! As a fellow vlogger I have mad respect for the time you take to set up your shots! Great video!
I hope one day I can experience even a fraction of what you guys have. You live a life I could only dream of. And believe me, I do! Love you guys! Sending love and light from Detroit, MI. 💖
I love how you guys mention in almost every video how grateful you are! You guys work hard for the life you have made, but it is refreshing to hear that you recognize that you should also be grateful! Love you guys!
Y’all are crazy! Kudos for completing the challenge. Even more difficult with the filming!
You guys are amazing you always find something new amazing, like these sand dunes... Soo beautiful!