Addicted in Arkansas! Freezing COLD Winter RV Camping
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Caroline this is Michael Brady. I’m a general contractor from South Florida. I have what’s called double insulated bubble wrap, I use this stuff across my windshield and side windows on my tractor trailer. The R-value. Is 7.5 point. Which means if you place it over your windows. You turn the heat on for about 15 minutes. And the interior of your vehicle will be so warm you can walk around in PJs. Contact me young lady, please give me the dimensions of all your windows on your RV. I will make cutouts of this insulation bubble wrap for you and send it anywhere you need it to be.
That's so kind! We all need to be kind to one another, especially these days. My dad and my sister used to live in Punta Gorda, Florida. It was so much fun! My almost bro-in-law was a commercial fisherman back then and we used to go out and fish for Mullet or my sis and I would get dropped off on a small little island in the middle of nowhere.
@@catemitten5857 No, the man from South Florida who offered to make her special window coverings. Not that she'll take him up on them, but it was a kind thing to offer.
Michael, how do you keep the bubble wrap in place on the windows?
Could that be used to line the cabinets to stop condensation, like apply it with some spray adhesive?
@@AngelBaby11117 Removable, double sided tape
What a nice guy! We need more of you, bless your heart!❤
We're full timers also, but have been stationary for over 7 years here in NY due to my cancer diagnosis and battle. Now that I am finished with all of my treatments and surgeries and have been declared cancer free from my Oncologist, he has since released me. So we are finally free to leave. Funny you are headed to NM. We're going to Albuquerque (this Spring/Summer) for the dryer climate too. Can't wait to get there! Enjoy your stay! New Mexico is a beautiful state!
Stank and Stabby? Is there a story there? I love NM too - there is a little town called Pilar along a tributary of the Rio Grande….Carson National forest is pretty too.
How impressive that you are Cancer free. You and your partner have gone through so many challenges. I'm so happy for you. Thanks for sharing your story.
I'm full time with my husband Mark. We also have needed to stay close to doctors for many challenges.
Have a fantastic time back on the road. Please continue to share your story it's very encouraging to others.
Life is an adventure if you live it right. Sounds like you know how to live it right if you are traveling or stationary.
Mark and I Cheryl wish you the best. Hope we meet in a camp sometime.
Yeah 🎉🎈
Hi,
Happy to know you will be back on the road. Even more that you are well and better than before. Isn't God good!
Glad to hear you are cancer free! Happy and safe travels to you!
Thank you for bringing up the hard work required to ensure the health and happiness of your dog. It is so important that people understand this prior to adopting.
Yeah, we've been running into a lot of dogs that haven't been socialized properly. Which is a bummer, Sadie loves every person and dog she meets, but she keeps getting growled at and lunged at. It's bumming me out.
This is exactly why I'm holding off on getting my next puppy. I want to devote all my attention to him/her and right now I can't commit to something that big yet. Carolyn gives me goals LoL!!
When your plugged in a heating pad behind you or on you lap during the very cold days is a life saver. I'm full time and learned the little things like you that make life a little easier for us.
Awesome camping spot and all to yourself what a dream! Someday….
If someone cannot devote so much time and energy to a young, exuberant dog, please consider adopting a senior dog. My little Pom x Chihuahua mix can only manage a few short walks a day. But he’s plenty happy to ride in my tricycle basket or his dog stroller. And I still have his sweet company on my travels.
And Damp Rid, yes. I use at least 8 each winter, in every cupboard and storage area, and near my bed. Works fantastic.
Sadie is so blessed to have you (and vice versa!) You prioritize her needs, and that's a lot of work!
I think what’s good for Sadie is good for Carolyn also - lots of fresh air and exercise! My cardiologist says the best thing for heart disease is to get a dog….
I told you I’d subscribe as I posted on your Instagram lol , love the channel and sending you best wishes from a small town just outside London called Watford 🇬🇧 safe travels
I've lived in Arkansas my whole life. It's a beautiful state, and we sometimes experience 4 seasons all in the same day.
Yes, it is so beautiful!
As an Arkansas resident, glad to hear you liked it! My bestie and I camp in the spring, winter and fall. The summers are too brutal with the heat and bugs. Please come back. There are some really great campsites all over, both state parks and COE. :)
I'm a full time and when your plugged in and its that cold, a heating pad behind you or on your lap sure helps. Little tricks to make our life a little easier in this cold.
Great suggestion Susan, thank you!
I love that you're sharing reviews of camping locations since you've been traveling and not staying in your super secret spots 😉
hee heee. LOL. :-)
I have the America the beautiful senior pass. You gotta be 62 to get it. 50 percent on coe. I’m not cold in Parker Arizona. Y’all taught me to go where the weather is nice. And now look at you. 😂 it is beautiful in the ozarks.
Glad you enjoyed Arkansas! We have SOOO much opportunity for camping and hiking here.
I live in beautiful michigan so yes its always cold here in winter...and the older you get omg the colder you get...;lol
I’m in Oklahoma and it has been really cold! I’m glad you are staying safe! ❤️❤️❤️
Arkansas is beautiful! Watched some of your recent videos and decided to check it out! Petit jean state park is great for day hikes.
Glad to hear you were able to go on a few adventures! Thanks for watching Jennifer!
👍 Great use of the dog bed. It is impossible to keep warm without stopping the cold drafts. Extra cooking is a fantastic way to warm things up. Some of the best recipes were probably created during the fall/winter months :) Safe & Happy Travels
Spot on with the mental activity for dogs. We've a little rescue Terrier and he needs as much play time as our lurcher needed - we've got kibble toys as well. So good to remind folk.
Greetings from Sherwood, Arkansas ❤😄
PS. If you've had that much moisture you should check under your mattress, and cushions.
Arkansas in October is heavenly!
Thank you Carolyn. Training is definitely necessary and you have worked so hard with Sadie. She is such a beautiful, fit young lady! Just adorable. My van has no insulation and winters can be tough, but thankfully it doesn't last too long. Take care there. Sending my Kiwi hugs to Sadie 🙋♀️👋🚐🌏
Thank you Lesley! Stay safe and warm!
I really enjoy your videos, so please take care and God bless you.
Thank you for watching!
Slept in 2 degrees feels like -9.in my minivan in January. One sleeping bag inside another, layering over the top, wearing a hooded fleece pullover and a hand warmer in a sock by feet. Toasty warm. Getting up in the morning was a chilling event. Making coffee warmed the car quite a bit.
Frozen can you insulate your home? Even in old sticks and bricks need better insulation than when they were first built.
@@janet1744 I live in a car. This was from a year ago. Now I have an electric blanket.
One thing to be aware of about Arkansas in the Spring is the ticks are really really bad. But it is nice there, especially in the north Ozarks region.
I really enjoyed this video. At the end I felt as though I were watching a series and can’t wait to see what things are like in New Mexico.
Almost always hot here in NM!
I always have to go and convert F to C. Lol! 24 is warmer than -5 C here in Canada. We spent one Canadian winter in our Jayco trailer and did ok. We skipped using the propane (damp heat) and used an electric heater. Might be an option if you find yourself doing more cold weather camping. I do chuckle though. It's all relative and what you are used to. We have spend the winters at our off grid cabin in the Yukon where the normal temperatures range from -10 C to -40C, that's 14F to -40F. So fun seeing you ad Sadie play. We have just adopted an 8 month old Malamute cross who is such a handful! We are crazy about her already though and know she is just going to need a ton of time and attention. Safe travels!
I live in Arkansas … it does grow on you. Great camping and sites to see…. I plan to get a camper van (just retired ) and travel the entire state then the US after that….
This was so relaxing to watch. I live in Arkansas. I'm not a fan of winter, but it will come every year anyway. This reminds me it will be a good time to snuggle in and relax.
Hi Carolyn use bubble wrap on the windows spray water on the flat side and press to the windows won’t come off till you take it off works for me.
Where can I pick up the bubble wrap that big? Such a good idea
I love going with you on your journey. You are so interesting. And Sadie is just as precious as can be
Thank you Kathleen and thanks for watching!
You're in such a gorgeous area, AND I'm so glad you've been discovering Arkansas with mostly empty campgrounds. Happy Trails!
That’s one good thing about cold weather - you have the place to yourself AND electricity!
Yes! I've been in heaven in Arkansas!
So glad you roof is fixed Carolyn. I wish you would put out a cookbook because I would buy it... I am a gluten-free vegetarian and everything you make looks fantastic! What a wonderful camping spot. Safe travels. 👍😁
Yes! Great idea!!💖
I 2nd that Marilyn! 🙂👍
I'm SO happy your roof is finally fixed. I can sleep now. XOXOXO
These are the shows I like!
Relaxing in the RV, while cooking cleaning and just enjoying this side of RV life.
I thank you for sharing.
You're welcome! Thanks for tuning in!
Caroline remember heat rises drives that rig not only out into the sun but over a black tarp on the ground the heat hit the sun hitting the tarp will raise the floor level heat inside your rig. Also cover outside windows with black anything. Even dollar tree posterboard it will help keep the space between the posterboard and the windows a little warmer and when it’s that cold, even the heat from a candle can make a difference. Been there done that. By yourself to terra-cotta saucers for plants to sit in your oven even if you just turn your oven on for 30 minutes the terra color plant saucers will stay warm from almost an hour after the heat is turned off if not longer. Take a sheet from one side of the rig at the 4 foot level up to the ceiling at the other level so the inside of your rig has less space to keep warm, i.e., call it your inside tent
Have you tried Damprid? It absorbs moisture in the air. Put it in your cupboard and shut the door (I think it stinks) but the water will need to be dumped out. Maybe stand it in a container that wont fall over. That way you can enjoy our midwest a little more. :)
Thanks for the suggestion!
Glad you're not in Arkansas these days. 10 inches of snow and ice, and temps down to negatives with the wind chill. It's hard enough to keep a sticks and bricks warm enough much less an RV!
Thanks Caroline for a peak at Arkansas! I had never been there that I remembered. Glad you got that roof under control. That is a fear of mine for my travel trailer. You take care and be safe. Yes, a dry climate is good to see after all this!
I use to breed and show Dobermans and enrichment was the most important part of their care. It takes a lot of time to give them what they need and I wish every dog in the world had dog moms like you. I have 2 rabbits and 2 Ball Pythons. I have a playpen that I set up for the Ball Pythons and I put different logs, cardboard boxes, fake plants, towels, etc. in it, so they get enrichment. So even down to keeping snakes, enrichment is important. You and Sadie are BOTH lucky to have each other. She’s an amazing, beautiful girl and I love when she’s highly featured in your videos!!🐾❤️🐾
Thank you Lori and thanks for watching!
Oh wow I been following you through Arkansas you are like 30 minutes from me lol im so glad you liked s/w Arkansas. If your looking for land that's cheap here too.
I really did enjoy it. Very beautiful!
Thank you for sharing your extremely cold Eve. I just admire you for all that you over come and embrace Sadie is amazing and all your training has paid off. Great job Carolyn. Your cooking always makes me hungry. 😊 hugs to you both
You're welcome Kathy! The bread was really gooooood!
🎉Happy New Year. 🎉 So glad you’re trying to stay warm.
👍BTW I recently came across a lady on RUclips who reminds me of you. (Babz the White Wind Traveler). She seems to be a beautiful person. I think you two are kindred souls. I’m sure she’s probably a long lost relative of yours. Wishing you the absolute best year. 🤗💝🤗
🦋❣🦋Yeah you, so glad to hear that your roof is fixed.🦋❣🦋Stay safe, warm and dry.🦋❣🦋
I had a gun bullet hole in my roof right over my bathroom. I imagine it happened from the gun nuts who shoot in the sky on Labor Day and Independence Day etc. I asked at the contractor desk and they told me I would get better adhesion with another product - it was clear. I haven't had any water problems since then. I went everywhere on my roof and caulked all the screws, pipes, chimney etc. I'm glad I did this. I say all of this to suggest that there might be a better product to adhere to the roof in a wind storm or hard rain.
I've heard if you shoot a gun into the air, the bullet comes down with not nearly the same force of as hitting something at close range but enough to do some damage? Enough to put a hole in the roof?
@@CharlesGervasi The hole was perfectly round about the size of a bullet. Of course, my neighbors fire off extreme fireworks on Independence Day. There are no other rational explanations for a perfectly round hole. I see no evidence of fireworks but I know there are lots of firearms that are shot off to help the hyper-masculine boys feel like men no matter how inadequate they might otherwise be. Thanks for questioning my logic and description. I know you didn't trust a woman, especially when it comes to holes
The weather is about to go back to 50s - 70s during the day and 30s at night. That is normal this time of year. We get cold snaps that last a few days,maybe a week. Then back to great weather again.
Toward the end of last summer, on my way back to my winter base in Arizona, I stayed in several COE campgrounds in Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. All of them were very nice campgrounds.
Great video 📹...one of your best 🙂
Arkansas looks like a great destination..
I love those core campgrounds...
Arkansas! Lovely camping.
Ginger juice sounds tastee! Can’t wait for your cookbook. Stay warm you two.
Arkansas is totally underrated.
I completely agree!
Running the propane stove is also making the interior damp, there is an awful lot of water vapor in propane. An electric radiator is great for heat when one has a hook up, they retain the heat and easily warm my "guest trailer" in a Maine winter. Snow free Arkansas looks rather inviting to anyone that has a yard full O' snow in New England.
Wonderful adventure in AR. I am glad you are able to survive the cold, as I just went through 5 degs snow and winter cold. Sadie seems happy being inside. Be safe and be careful.
Interesting, can't tell if your " glow " was from having your roof fixed, electricity for a while, OR, being so close to that Nuclear Reactor. Ha, ha. Um, I wonder if having a couple small ceramic heaters would help with heating. They could be strategically placed. The hook up.fee is better than paying fuel and wear and tear on a generator. I'm not sure what gauge wiring they use in RV's. I've thought about heating issues for different vehicles, cost, safety and maintenance. It would be nice to be somewhere warmer, and just open all windows and doors and let it rid itself of any moisture trapped. My opinion. Looks fun.
Sadie is wonderful! I love pets! Enjoy your videos.
I agree! Sadie is wonderful! She is such a happy energetic pup, living & loving life :)
That's great your roof is good. Leaks are the worst. Love your Sadie, you get alot of exercise too. Safe travels.
Carolyn Make yourself a Hot Sock. Use a pair of socks place 1 inside the other. fill inner sock with rice. leave room to tie a knot in the end (The handle) of the sock . Roll down cuff of the outer sock to knot level. Heat in microwave about 3 minutes. place on feet along spine or wherever and it will keep you warm. It retains the heat. The outer sock can be washed in soiled. and provides extra comfort. I like tube socks best. use caution HOT .
Thanks for the suggestion Mariah!
The calendar is beautiful! It's hanging in the office for inspiration! Blessings Abound!
Also, just wanna say you've come so far with Sadie, it's amazing to watch her. Ur giving her such a beautiful life. Love how she looked at u "wait...you're not gonna hand me my treats??" She is beyond cute! 🐕💜 And thx for mentioning dog tips while traveling (SO important for pet owners) & also update on your roof/leak issue. UR AWESOME!! 🥰
Your windows allow the most cold into your camper so you should put bubble wrap on your windows, will keep the cold out & heat in, give it a shot.
That little girl is SO SO SO SWEET, we lost our little lad 2 yrs ago and our Megg is now disabled. Love you your channel xx
I'm sorry for your loss Angela. Thanks for watching!
It's so nice to hear you say the roof is not leaking anymore, I was at your live they other day and you said you would let us know during the next video, I love that about your videos, you always leave us wanting more. Thanks for sharing and as always stay safe, safe travels, and God bless love ya Nancy
Thank you Nancy!
So happy for you with the success on your roof. YAY
Sadie needs a raincoat with hood too, matching yours!
Have a safe trip to Mexico! And will see ya again in your next video! Sadie! You protect your mamma!
Really, really dandy video to watch! Thank U! 😊
Sadie is such a good doggie!
Baking always warms me up to. Bread looks amazing🍞 send hugs Gos bless take care 🙂
Glad you’re finished with the roof repairs! And in your livestream, you mentioned that you were tired. When you talked about how much you play and work with Sadie, I did a comparison with how much you actively worked with Capone- that’s why you’re tired. Not that you didn’t work with Capone - it’s just that Sadie is still a puppy.
You look so relaxed here
Yeah, Capone didn't require nearly as much exercise and training and physical attention... not even as a puppy. He was always an old soul :-p
I use blankets over windows and doors up here in the Ozarks. It keeps the cold out really well. Hope you try that if you need to.
She has! Check out her earlier video on how she stays warm. I learned a lot from that video.
I think she mentioned, that she had insulated curtains on her RV windows...
@@paulao7022 that's good. It's really helped me. Have a good day
Your Sadie Girl is just amazing!! She’s so smart, and you’ve done an outstanding job with her. I imaging she keeps you fit, too!! ❤️ I bet she is warm to sleep with! I miss my fur babies. Y’all take care!
Thank you Deena and thanks for watching!
Safe travels see yah Carolyn and Sadie hugs always 💞
Lake Greeson is where I learned to water ski in 7th grade!! I'm 64 now, lol. You're about 2 1/2 hours from me. I'm in El Dorado.
It's these challenging days in February that make days in May so .... Exquisite. Hang in there my friend.
Sweet and healthy playtime. At 1st I was really worried about you with the severe weather and snow/ice storms that hit here. But then realized you post delay of location so you should have either been rain or missed it, but it was massive storm front
Good to see Sadie exercising you !! lol. Hope that this latest effort has cured your roof issue and that when you get to drier territory that it resolve the leak/condensation. So grateful that you had time in Arkansas and enjoyed it so much. God Bless. You know that you are always in my prayers. Dear God, You know Carolyn and Sadie by name, and those closest to their hearts, and You best know all their needs. AMEN
Oh she gives me plenty of exercise! LOL
Great point about Sadie's energy, people don't think about that enough. Great scenery, glad I got to go along.
Hope you got the leak figured out. 😃
NOt sure if you are aware, but the FB couple "Dome Life" had their trailer stolen from an Arkansas campground one night this past fall. They left it unattended hooked up to charge battery and during the night someone took it with all their stuff. YOur nightime visitors may have been the same group. Just an FYI.
Carolyn stay well ❤ you are amazing!
I have stayed at serval COE campgrounds and they are usually really nice and cheap! I carry a small ceramic electric heater with me that I plug in when I am at a Free electric site. This helps the furnace out and I stay a lot warmer and save on propane.
I love the way you are with your dog
woof! :-)
I’ve been following you a long time I enjoy your videos I don’t know why most of the time they seem lonely and sad life I’d rather buy a tiny house in the woods not too far from a town and live that way I know you see nice places but I think that gets old after a while I am not a full timer but I can’t quite a bit but never the way you do stay safe Carolyn and I hope something good in your life comes along for you and Sadie
Loved the video Carolyn. So envious of you!!
Thanks you my dear sweet friend glad you fixed your roof see you soon
Hello Carolyn, I was thinking nice carpets at second hand stores. My idea for you iis to upholster the walls with them..that will help keeing the heat
Maybe pick up some blue or green insulation board.
I have a 100yr old house and cover windows we don't actually use. Another really good insulator is BUBBLE WRAP. You can buy rolls of it. Works great !
Stay warm.
Thanks for sharing with us.
Great video and timely. I’m in the same area and temps in the single digits tomorrow through Wednesday/Thursday 🥶. Thanks for sharing!
Way to go Sadie and playing frisbee, good girl. 👍 Keep warm and travel safe.
Hi Carolyn, please stay warm . That pumpkin bread looks so delicious! And Sadie Doll such a cutie! ❤️
It is damp in AR. I have been there in winter and I could not keep my RV warm because of the damp penetrating everything. Even if you don't perceive the damp it is there . No getting away from it in all those trees.
In NM -10 degrees BURR in ABQ. It's has low moisture just xold.
Spent last night in South Carolina in Elantra with wool army blanket and fleece at rest stop. 35degrees. Slept 7hrs.
Saw recipe you'd like. 1cup melted semi sweet chocolate chips. Then mix 1/2 cup pumpkin puree in. Mix really well. Bake. 350 watch so they don't burn around 9 or 10 mins. Will be soft and thicken up some more brownie like as it cools. Enjoy.
Hope you made it to the desert! We’ve had some really bad winds and so moved from Ehrenberg to Tonopah. Escaped the 75 mph but did get one day of 30 mph.
Late to this video. I remember someone living in a van used a small candle in one of those brown clay flower pots for heat. Thanks for the info on Arkansas corps of engineers campgrounds. We usually hit a state park when we are there.
Carolyn' I admire your courage to pursue your dreams even when it's tough....you bring us so much information and beautiful places....your one of a kind...
Is this in Fahrenheit, Carolyn?
We’ve lived full time in a 27’ Class A RV (1987 model) since June, 2016. Prior to that, we used our rig intermittently for trips.
We live in the Canadian Coastal Mountains, where it routinely dips to -50°F at night in winter, and we’re nice and cozy. We use a Mr. Heater Big Buddy and a couple of small electric ‘spot’ heaters.
The electric heaters are two years’ new, but we find that they make a huge difference, which is somewhat puzzling considering how tiny they are, but we’re certainly not complaining!
We sit on the bed in our tee shirts and underwear most evenings, and we don’t need a duvet to sleep at night.
Before the electric heater additions, we used to wear warm, oversized sweaters or hoodies indoors, thermal underwear (without top pants), and fleece-lined winter socks, and we used one king-size, high quality duvet at night. We were still nice and warm.
We own -60°F rated sleeping bags, but we’ve never used them in our RV. We like to keep them though, as one never knows what’ll happen next these days, so we just spread them out on our bed, along with a few other blankets, as it’s a great place to store them and the bed feels positively luxurious! (I’m in a wheelchair, so I spend a lot of time working from my bed too.)
We’ve insulated our rig with full closets (clothes and linens are great, and they don’t get musty). We installed 2”styrofoam and Reflectix behind our bed pillows (and we have a bunch of those), and we lined the sides of our bed with old pillows in construction-grade garbage bags, right up to the window sill. I put a cover over those, which serves as a very nice ‘ledge’ for eyeglasses, TV controls, our phones, and anything else that’s not heavy. I’d send you some pictures but I don’t think one can post those on RUclips channels.
Where the dinette would be, and still is, actually, we lowered the table and stored everything we use under the seats, but we also insulated the large window with loose 2” dense styrofoam, and stacked all else that we use in the ‘box’ we created. It isn’t pretty, but it’s extremely practical, and we affectionately call it ‘The Pile’!😎
Up front is always cool, as we open the screened windows 4”on both the driver and passenger sides, because we use propane, and the heater’s up there.
We also have a GStove and a chimney hole in our roof, in case propane suddenly becomes unavailable. It kicks out a decent amount of heat and one can cook on it too, but we haven’t used it indoors yet, as propane is easier, and we don’t want to go back to chopping wood unless we absolutely need to. We’re getting a little long in the tooth for that much physical labor, but we’ll do what we have to if it comes to that, which is looking more and more likely.
Ideally, we would be touring in the Southern States (w/concerts and books) in the winter months, but COVID has taken that off the table for the past 2+ years.😕
As always, I enjoyed your video, and thanks for the ‘Flex Seal’ roofing tip. I hope it’s available in Canada!
Love and All Good Things,
Jesse.🌹
I'm watching this months later when it's so cold again
Love brussel sprouts so much!
Put your pillows from your couch in the windows to keep heat in
Did you manage to get out of Arkansas before the ice and snow hit last Thursday? Love your content!