We're at Thunder Canyon Campground right now and it's everything John and Mercedes have said it is and more. We have a beautiful site, it has been so relaxing to be here. Everyone has been so friendly (and helpful when the AC went out on our rental Class C in 98 degree weather!). We'll definitely be back. Thanks for your wonderful hospitality! :)
I've only come across your videos in the past few days, and I love them. Love your straight talk and informative videos. I wish I could have made it to Thunder Canyon at some point. God bless you two!
Ordinarily I would say something smart-ass. But I was moved as I watched this video. John & Mercedes, I’m so proud of you both. This project is incredible. Your work has produced something special. It’s more than just a campground…it’s tangible love. I look forward to seeing you both as soon as I can.
I was amazed when you took the leap of faith and bought Thunder Canyon and I am even more amazed at the work you have put into it. What a beautiful dream come true. Thank you for sharing the journey guys 💞 Sage has really blossomed, what a sweet kid ❤️ love you guys and sending all the prayers! For continued success!
You guys produce the most uplifting videos - stitched together with sincerity, humor and emotion! I think you have really hit on a unique and wonderful idea for a campground, there is nothing else like it anywhere! I can't begin to imagine how much work this has taken, what you have created is nothing short of fabulous! We plan to come visit, we'd love to become Odd Squad members, but fuel prices have our wings clipped a bit right now.
Reminds me so much of church camp as a kid. It is more than nostalgia though... its a return to foundational values. God bless Thunder Canyon. ...and Mercedes is a Chicken Rockstar🐔🐣🤙
I’m not particularly religious. But, I try the best I can to adhere to moral values that are taught in many religions and conservative/libertarian ideology. It’s nice to see people talking and doing things that promote positive lifestyles. Best of luck on your next project.
I’ve watched you “three” for several years and always look forward to your videos. However, you have my sincere respect for all YOU have contributed to the RV lifestyle and the values you carry!!!! God bless and I pray that my furkids and I can be part of your future campground acquisitions……. Ever thought about Michigan?!?!😀
Having worked with autistic children I rejoice with you at each word, squeal and squeak of joy that comes from Sage. She is involved, has empathy, interest and is THRIVING ! I have tears as I write this Good job 👏 Thunder Canyon sounds and looks like a haven for those hungry for a good life. Blessings for all your hard work and I really truly mean it when I say I ❤ you guys
I had to replay a couple of times and smiled so happy to hear the newest camera girl! speaking, outgoing and experience things as she can possibly can. So happy for you guys! Congrats on completing this project!
The Artwork around Thunder Canyon⚡❣ so awsome really Kool! I have so much respect the RV Odd Couple and the Odd Squad. Johns not a Yankee! (Anymore) 😤 🐔 😊. God willing I'll see yall down the road! Congratulations 🏆to founders as well 🥳 #loveispower
I have watched you guys for several years now. I was so excited when I figured out you were opening a camp ground so close to my home. I enjoy watching you do what God has called you to do, and witnessing your hearts of Love for Jesus.
God has blessed you so much and now others can see this on display as you seek to serve and preserve what we hold dear. Thank you for sharing your journey and changing the RV lifestyle. I have been inspired and encouraged as I laughed and cried along with you. May God guide and protect you as you continue to seek Him & His plan. There is nothing better than folks humbly before God willing to do whatever it takes to honor Him.
I love this metamorphosis .....In the eighties I was in charge of cleaning the busiest E R in the city for state inspections ....I'm an efficiency expert !....we started with Ten employees ....then just me !.....I love a challenge !....darn I miss it 🎉🎉🎉🎉
The 3 of you have brought back Edan on earth with the inspiration of our Lord. What a wonderful place. Good luck, my prayers and best wishes for your future. Ray
Its not crazy, it's beautiful!! Following God is never crazy. And you know that because of the blessings received!! May He continue to bless you and the RV Odd Squad!!
The harder you work, the luckier you get. Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. You both have prepared for this through love, friendship, faith, & family. God be with y'all and bless everything you do. Now, if only for a period, is time to CELEBRATE!
@@RVOddCouple we will become an Odd Squad member. Sharing the same values is priceless. Also, look forward to our first camping trip to Thunder Canyon. (aka camp gratitude)
Ohhh, you guys!❤️ I've watched your story, your journey, since before Thunder Canyon. It's been such a beautiful, wonderful thing to get to be allowed in to watch as you go through real life things and just continue to walk in faith and grow stronger and closer. Sage is just blossoming like crazy and even with the challenges of undertaking Thunder Canyon, as a couple you seem even more in love, at peace, and cemented as a team.❤️ Your story is beautiful and inspiring. I think a lot of people could learn a lot from it about humility, forgiveness, selflessness, and teamwork. And most importantly, how much God truly does love us and cares about our concerns and needs. No matter what comes, He's there lifting us, carrying us, comforting us, strengthening us, blessing us to get through it all. You are a blessing to so many. I am so very tickled for you and so very proud of all the amazing hard work everyone has done to make Thunder Canyon so amazing. I'm excited to see what you do next! God Bless you 🙏❤️
Wow, what a send-off..Have been watching since the beginning “Donettes” ,,LOL.. I hope to visit this Fall,. Yes, Prayers and continued love and support! Love my RV odd squad family!. THank you for letting me be a part of your RV Family! Many Blessings to you all !!
I'm 5 minutes in and I hear John's voice and I'm crying. So see where this video is headed. Just rewatched some if Father's Day in the creek and wishing I could have been there.
We are in a campground in Vermont and I was playing your video with my wife. I've followed you for a long time and Cal was listening. She said we need to get involved! You've done a remarkable job with Thunder Canyon and we are excited that you are going to continue the mission! You are both are an inspiration!
I pray that whatever road God leads you down that you would find exactly what He is wanting you to find. Whether that be another campground to build or something else, as long as you stay on your knees through the process you will end up exactly where you belong. Blessings to all of you!!
Such a great job y'all have done! I have truly enjoyed watching your journey! I hope that someday I can bring my family there. My boys love the outdoors and my oldest (on the spectrum) is in his zen when out camping. So much love and respect to you all. ❤️ God bless. I hope your event is spectacular!!! 🇺🇲
DANG John, you made me cry AGAIN! I don’t do that easily either! Hoping Florida is your next place but wherever-with you! Wish we could be there with the Odd Squad & your whole family for the 4th but we are having our own thing here in Michigan. God bless you ALL! God is SO GOOD and it is a joy to see How He has worked through you three! LOVE YOU‼️✝️🙏🏻
We love you Carol and are so looking forward to giving you a hug 🤗 We will have 3 more events this year. One around Sep 11, one for halloween and one for Thanksgiving. God bless you and thank you so much for your love, support and Prayers🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
I am so Happy for you guys. You have transformed the property and transported it back to its days of glory. God has both Blessed and Challenged you. Your daughter appears to be blossoming from the exposure to the rural work ethic. I appreciate the insight into the challenges of building an RV Park.
What you guys have done in a year is amazing. You are an inspiration to the RV an RUclips community. So looking forward to your next project. Prayers for your continued success.
turning Thunder Canyon around from what it was to what it is now definitely required someone with contractor experience and knowledge of many of the same skills needed for commercial/home building. Maintaining the campground is important too but can be done at a slower pace. Looking forward to your next Campground renewal project starting.
Fred and I really enjoyed seeing your before and after video. You guys have worked so hard.and it shows. It is awesome that you use the art work from the members to decorate the campground. Makes everyone really feel like they have a special place there. Our favorite part is he fact that you go into the fellowship hall and start your day off with prayer. Praying for your next adventure. Mary💕Fred
My rigs aren't ready yet. Don't worry when I don't show up. I'm safe at home. Have a spectacular 4th of July gathering. I'll be in touch after the party (a few days after to allow you to recuperate) God Bless You, The Odd Squad and the United States of America.
It’s amazing to me that I, an unemotional person by all accounts, can always feel the raw emotion from John when he speaks. No matter what the subject. I truly aspire to be More like him in my life! ❤️ you guys
If I were an RVer and wasn't afraid of animals, I'd be at Thunder Canyon in a heart beat! Love you guys ❤️. You are right. The Lord has truly blessed you!
Jackie and I were just talking about this today. It truly has been an amazing transformation! Thankful that God gave you the vision. It's a special place for sure. Can't wait to spend next week there!! Continued prayers as God continues to use you guys 🙏🙏!!
Howdy gang. I first want to say, that my time at Thunder Canyon last week was great. Nugget and I had fun and we met some really nice folks both in the camp ground and also in Ider. I was there during the Preparation H event and have to say I was in tears watching this vid. Best of luck moving forward and hope Skippy heals fast. I WILL be returning to Thunder Canyon. I agree with John, this should be a State Park.
I am so glad to have run across you two. God Bless you . I hope we get a chance to come and visit all of you there. My husband retires in 17 months and we will go out full time. We have been praying about and I know The Lord put it on my heart about making our RVing a ministry. My husband was all for it and we talk about with the Joy of serving. Watching the OddCouple, I was just so excited. We will watch together tomorrow. I never run across anyone in RVing doing ministry until I was praying about ministry myself. I found The Journey Church, and now you have come up. It's exciting.
Wow well done 🙏👏🥳 All in ONE year....... With a HUGE learning curve The next property will have its own challenges, you might need AND use all those resources that rose to assist in Thunder Canyon Hope you find something north east of the Ocala National Forest, around nearby the St. John's River, Lake George & Cresent Lake areas
I so look forward every Sunday to your videos. It is a bright spot in my week. I am honored to be included in your family as an OddSquad founder and wish I could contribute more some how. You have managed to build a community that is down to earth, loving, supporting and God fearing. It nurtures the mind, body and soul. Your backbreaking work has not gone unrewarded, many will be blessed by your acts of service. Praying Skippy is healing well. This coming week is going to be mega pint fun!!!
What a softy John is petting the chicken 🐔. You 2 are the best ever. We want to go to Thunder Canyon. Prayers go out to you and all the RV Odd Squad family. We love you so much.God Bless you .Until the next video. May God be with you 🙏💜
It's awesome to see where you have come over the last year you guys and all that you've been through, God was at the forefront of everything from the beginning of all this. I admire you both and may God continue to bless you, your family & the RVodd squad, amen.
I know this video is a year old, but I just came across it. Just want to say that what you are doing for God is awesome. We need more people like you. I am not an RVr… if I was, I’d visit. Keep up the good work.
Your Family is truly a blessing. You're absolutely right. When you get a calling from God and follow it, it truly becomes a blessing. It is true, if you find something you love to do, you'll never work a day in your life. God Bless you all !!
We became full time RVer’s about the same time you did, glad we found your channel. Enjoy seeing your adventures, I also believe there is a need for campgrounds with the values of Thunder Canyon. Hopefully our paths will cross someday. Good luck finding other campgrounds.
You guys have built a miracle for all to see. Hard work makes the dream come true. On to the next adventure. So disappointed I cant make it to the July celebration. Love you guys.
Awesome. Great progress in just one year. God does answer prayers. Not always what you want or expect, but always what is needed and is just right. Love your channel. Hoping to get a membership soon. I feel that north is your next move. So much leadership and discipleship needed all over. You guys are going places. Keep your eyes on him and everything else will come together.
I have been watching your channel for over a year now, your humor, love & Emotion is uplifting/ I lost a ton weight in mid 2020. We finalized our divorce after a decade on St. Patricks day of 2021. ( the Judge thought it would funny, but it was my lucky day for reaI ). We are both at peace & still cordial, I had 3 surgeries in 2021 which has made me healthier. My last child graduated 2 weeks ago & I decided I'm going to buy a truck & a nice fifth wheel and start some new adventurous journeys while I still have lots of energy to get started. Thank you guys for your honesty & training 💖
We already love you Q❤️ St Patrick’s day is our lucky day as well. That’s the day Mercedes and I fell in love after knowing each other for a year. Congratulations on the graduation 😀I hope you can come visit with us. You’ll love it here🙏❤️🙏
Thunder Canyon is amazing! Had to cancel my October visit but will try to book again! John, Mercedes, Sage and all the chickens, you are just inspirational people, God Bless and Happy Adventures to come! Keep on keepin' on!
Thank you John, Mercedes and Sage for sharing your journey. As empty nesters, my husband and I began our RV buying journey watching your videos 3 years ago. We also began the chicken raising journey then too!! We purchased a C class last year and are making plans to see our beautiful country. If you happen to be exploring campground sites in WV, we would be happy to be your hosts!
Hate to see you guys leave Bama. God Bless you and the new adventures. You guys are wonderful, loving family. Seeing Sage so involved and growing up makes my heart sing. You have made me cry shame on y’all lol
Congratulations to you both. You have been through the good and the bad. I know it has been rough but the rewards I am sure will be great. I hope Skippy is back to normal.
I would love to see some vegetable garden boxes. This is perfect to grow there and to help folks learn to grow their own vegetables. With the world changing people need to go back to the core and learn what it is like to hunt, grow and forage for their food. What do you think???
Teary eyed here. I love your videos. I always have. The emotion in your voices say so much more than voices every do. The way yours eyes follow each other. It's been an awesome adventure. A great year.
Come on John, you can’t have too many chickens, right? You guys are great. I love your honesty, hard work, and humor. God be with you on your continued journey and God bless America. When God is with you, you can accomplish anything. You guys have conquered hard things. Keep up the work and message.
Love, love, love! So wish we could afford the gas to get to Thunder Canyon! Last year I was so excited to become part of this wonderful venture, but diesel between CO and AL at 2022 prices is impossible for us, at least for now. But I will continue to support with my prayers and continue to pray that, if God wills, He will open the door for our family to participate. Love you guys so much!
Congratulations to you guys!! As well as all who came to help make it possible! Many prayers for you all! Maybe one day,when hubby can stop working we could actually leave the rv park we've been at for 4 years in West Texas to enjoy this beautiful place...
unfortunately, as a founder, I could not do more than fund the project. Due to family issues over this last year we could not visit the campground. I'm hope that sometime in the next few months we may be able to make the trip. Campgound looks amazing. Keep up the good work. Hope to meet in person some day soon.
Sorry it took this long to see this one Guys. You have so many. Sooo happy for you John and Mercedes. You may not realize this because your so busy sharing everything (travels, challenges) during a time when America was so stressed. You lifted us up by demonstrating that YES, there really are decent people as most of are, even though the media wants all of the to believe otherwise. YFA, Craig
So proud and happy for all of you! I was a long way back at the beginning of the channel. Up until the pandemic, I watched most all of you videos! Since then, I have been slacking, but everytime I check in, I'm just so impressed with everything you both do, and bring to the table. The humbleness and honestly is always next level and such a breath of fresh air❤️🔥😁👍! Nothing but love ❤️🔥and respect 👊😉👍
Yours is a terrific gift to the RV community. It's been a thrill to watch you two (3) put heart and soul into this vision. Every week I say to myself, "self, I can't wait for that day to come when I can pull in to Thunder Canyon in my own rig". You're in my thoughts, carry on!
@@RVOddCouple, I'm confident I will. And if your plans ever include San Diego, I'll be absolutely thrilled to do all I can to make your visit a special one. (it'll include treating you to the best burger in town too! Rocky's Crown Point Pub). You guys are special to me.
Been watching you for a long time. You are the best! So innovative and committed to doing the right thing. Thank you. Wishing you all of the best in your new adventures. Always praying for people like you.
Congratulations on your first year! You have started a wonderful foundation for the campground. Can’t wait to see the future has in store for the squad. Thank you for sharing and have a blessed day.
It is wonderful to see your little Sagebrush so vocal, so talkative, and with a smile and spirit that say, 'my life is good.' Keep it up! ❤️ Hope to see you at your next park. Hopefully God will take you to new vistas not currently covered by Thousand Trails.
So I’m guessing what you guys call the fellowship hall is where The Jones had a restaurant for the public for a brief time. Their Thunder Burger was bigger than a mule’s head! Great memories there as a kid and teenager. It’s jason from Howard’s that night
Laura in Georgia is no long in Georgia... We've moved to Iowa to be closer to the grandkids. (& Currently living in the RV!) I'm praying you guys find a place close to here. I really want to spend some time camping at one of the campgrounds. I LOVE you guys & what you're doing! For everything you've done, to God give the Glory! Oh yeah, what about the chickens? 😄
One year already?? WOW that went by in a blink! I got the feeling right from the beginning that Thunder Canyon, as majestic as it looks on my computer screen, is something you've got to experience in person. The human element that you, Mercedes, and the Founders have added, I can imagine, is right up there with it. So great to see your vision come alive, John! Pretty spectacular!! In addition to the last vid, this one really hits home the scope of the labor involved here the past year. As I've said before, that's nothing short of AMAZING!! So great that you have a woman that is right by your side on EXACTLY the same page as you through it all. That in and of itself is a HUGE blessing that just pulls it all together. Isn't God GREAT? May He continue to bless you, your family, and everyone around you, John! Can't wait to see your Independence Day celebration there! I wish I could be there in person ... but, "Brandon gas" ... 😒 AL is a bit of a haul from MA, unfortunately (Or fortunately for Alabamians 😜).
Have watched you from the beginning. Love to see how you have grown through this project. Looking forward to see the adventures to come. We are home for the summer due to the great hail storm on May 1, 2022 in Amarillo Tx repairing things. 5th wheel goes in mid August for a new roof. Looking forward to some travel in the fall.
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We're at Thunder Canyon Campground right now and it's everything John and Mercedes have said it is and more. We have a beautiful site, it has been so relaxing to be here. Everyone has been so friendly (and helpful when the AC went out on our rental Class C in 98 degree weather!). We'll definitely be back. Thanks for your wonderful hospitality! :)
We love having Y’all and will be giving you a tour later today🙏❤️🙏❤️ Nice breakfast huh 😀
@@RVOddCouple delicious breakfast, thanks! And thanks for the tour, the campground is lovely.
Where is thunder canyon
There is a camp ground in MI like yours
I've only come across your videos in the past few days, and I love them. Love your straight talk and informative videos. I wish I could have made it to Thunder Canyon at some point. God bless you two!
With what's going on in this country lately, this video brightened my morning. Bless you for what you've done and are going to do.
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Ordinarily I would say something smart-ass. But I was moved as I watched this video. John & Mercedes, I’m so proud of you both. This project is incredible. Your work has produced something special. It’s more than just a campground…it’s tangible love. I look forward to seeing you both as soon as I can.
We love you too Jimmy ❤️❤️❤️ Looking forward to seeing you one day🙏🙏🙏
Mercedes, it's Nita. If ya'll are ever in North Carolina, please stop by. So proud of the woman you've become! Hugs
I was amazed when you took the leap of faith and bought Thunder Canyon and I am even more amazed at the work you have put into it. What a beautiful dream come true. Thank you for sharing the journey guys 💞 Sage has really blossomed, what a sweet kid ❤️ love you guys and sending all the prayers! For continued success!
Thank you Jennifer❤️❤️❤️
You guys produce the most uplifting videos - stitched together with sincerity, humor and emotion! I think you have really hit on a unique and wonderful idea for a campground, there is nothing else like it anywhere! I can't begin to imagine how much work this has taken, what you have created is nothing short of fabulous! We plan to come visit, we'd love to become Odd Squad members, but fuel prices have our wings clipped a bit right now.
Hang in there🙏 Help is on the way🙏🇺🇸❤️
Reminds me so much of church camp as a kid. It is more than nostalgia though... its a return to foundational values. God bless Thunder Canyon.
...and Mercedes is a Chicken Rockstar🐔🐣🤙
We agree🙏❤️
I’m not particularly religious. But, I try the best I can to adhere to moral values that are taught in many religions and conservative/libertarian ideology. It’s nice to see people talking and doing things that promote positive lifestyles. Best of luck on your next project.
Thank you JuJo❤️
Well said.
I’ve watched you “three” for several years and always look forward to your videos. However, you have my sincere respect for all YOU have contributed to the RV lifestyle and the values you carry!!!! God bless and I pray that my furkids and I can be part of your future campground acquisitions……. Ever thought about Michigan?!?!😀
Thank you Terri❤️Summer maybe 🤔
Having worked with autistic children I rejoice with you at each word, squeal and squeak of joy that comes from Sage. She is involved, has empathy, interest and is THRIVING ! I have tears as I write this Good job 👏
Thunder Canyon sounds and looks like a haven for those hungry for a good life. Blessings for all your hard work and I really truly mean it when I say I ❤ you guys
Thank you so much Jill for your heartfelt comment. We appreciate your words more than you know!
I had to replay a couple of times and smiled so happy to hear the newest camera girl! speaking, outgoing and experience things as she can possibly can. So happy for you guys! Congrats on completing this project!
The Artwork around Thunder Canyon⚡❣ so awsome really Kool!
I have so much respect the RV Odd Couple and the Odd Squad. Johns not a Yankee! (Anymore) 😤 🐔 😊. God willing I'll see yall down the road! Congratulations 🏆to founders as well 🥳 #loveispower
Great video. As soon as I get a break from my band, we are headed your way. Keep on rockin 🎹🎤🎸🙂
I think people follow you because of your values. Sages laugh was so cute
John. Such deep emotion is a measure of a good man.
God is so good to me🙏❤️
I have watched you guys for several years now. I was so excited when I figured out you were opening a camp ground so close to my home. I enjoy watching you do what God has called you to do, and witnessing your hearts of Love for Jesus.
Good Luck my friends!!
Farmer John, can't hate me forever!!! Y'all made some great friends in our little community!!
Appreciate y’all and hoping to have y’all come by. Thank you for helping us feel at home Amy🙏❤️
God has blessed you so much and now others can see this on display as you seek to serve and preserve what we hold dear. Thank you for sharing your journey and changing the RV lifestyle. I have been inspired and encouraged as I laughed and cried along with you. May God guide and protect you as you continue to seek Him & His plan. There is nothing better than folks humbly before God willing to do whatever it takes to honor Him.
WOW. 1 Year flew by. So happy for you all and God's blessings leading you along this amazing journey.
So fast….🙏❤️
I love this metamorphosis .....In the eighties I was in charge of cleaning the busiest E R in the city for state inspections ....I'm an efficiency expert !....we started with Ten employees ....then just me !.....I love a challenge !....darn I miss it 🎉🎉🎉🎉
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The 3 of you have brought back Edan on earth with the inspiration of our Lord. What a wonderful place. Good luck, my prayers and best wishes for your future.
Ray
Thank you and God bless you as well Ray🙏❤️
Great Job to everyone who helped bring this back!
Its not crazy, it's beautiful!! Following God is never crazy. And you know that because of the blessings received!! May He continue to bless you and the RV Odd Squad!!
Thank you Bob and God Bless you🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
@@RVOddCouple Thank you!
Thank you for being salt and light in this dark dark world!
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Thunder Canyon looks so beautiful, can't wait to stay in the future.
The harder you work, the luckier you get. Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. You both have prepared for this through love, friendship, faith, & family. God be with y'all and bless everything you do. Now, if only for a period, is time to CELEBRATE!
My favorite comment Bob🙏❤️ Thank you for being here and supporting our mission.
@@RVOddCouple we will become an Odd Squad member. Sharing the same values is priceless. Also, look forward to our first camping trip to Thunder Canyon. (aka camp gratitude)
Ohhh, you guys!❤️ I've watched your story, your journey, since before Thunder Canyon.
It's been such a beautiful, wonderful thing to get to be allowed in to watch as you go through real life things and just continue to walk in faith and grow stronger and closer. Sage is just blossoming like crazy and even with the challenges of undertaking Thunder Canyon, as a couple you seem even more in love, at peace, and cemented as a team.❤️
Your story is beautiful and inspiring. I think a lot of people could learn a lot from it about humility, forgiveness, selflessness, and teamwork. And most importantly, how much God truly does love us and cares about our concerns and needs. No matter what comes, He's there lifting us, carrying us, comforting us, strengthening us, blessing us to get through it all.
You are a blessing to so many. I am so very tickled for you and so very proud of all the amazing hard work everyone has done to make Thunder Canyon so amazing.
I'm excited to see what you do next!
God Bless you 🙏❤️
Thank you Kara❤️❤️❤️ Sage is our greatest gift 💝 Appreciate all of your support over the years. God Bless you as well 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
You both are amazing- God Bless and keep you on the path inspiring others and providing wonderful family values!
God Bless you as well Dave 🙏❤️
I went kayaking early this morning and now you put tears in my eyes. You guys have such a great community of doing good.
You’re going to have to throw that kayak here at TCCG ❤️
@@RVOddCouple You don't know how much I would like to! I just retired in NH. Being a single home owner makes it tough these days.
I think you should invite Keep Your Daydream. Trish loves to cook. She fixed some amazing dishes. Put her in that kitchen. ❤️ It!!
Wow, what a send-off..Have been watching since the beginning “Donettes” ,,LOL.. I hope to visit this Fall,. Yes, Prayers and continued love and support! Love my RV odd squad family!. THank you for letting me be a part of your RV Family! Many Blessings to you all !!
Much love and thanks Michelle🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
I'm 5 minutes in and I hear John's voice and I'm crying. So see where this video is headed. Just rewatched some if Father's Day in the creek and wishing I could have been there.
Thank you so much for your love and support Kelly❤️❤️❤️
We are in a campground in Vermont and I was playing your video with my wife. I've followed you for a long time and Cal was listening. She said we need to get involved! You've done a remarkable job with Thunder Canyon and we are excited that you are going to continue the mission! You are both are an inspiration!
Hope y’all can come visit ❤️❤️❤️
This was your best video. Sincere, funny, serious and CHICKENS! God,family ,country...perfect
Congratulations
You are so kind. Thank you!!! :-)
Thank you Elizabeth 🙏❤️🇺🇸
I pray that whatever road God leads you down that you would find exactly what He is wanting you to find. Whether that be another campground to build or something else, as long as you stay on your knees through the process you will end up exactly where you belong. Blessings to all of you!!
Amen🙏❤️ God bless you as well Debbi
Such a great job y'all have done! I have truly enjoyed watching your journey! I hope that someday I can bring my family there. My boys love the outdoors and my oldest (on the spectrum) is in his zen when out camping. So much love and respect to you all. ❤️ God bless.
I hope your event is spectacular!!! 🇺🇲
God Bless you🙏❤️
You can save her! I’ve done it a few times. You put your finger, gloves into her , oh good! So glad you got it out!!!
Mercedes and Nan saved her🙏❤️
DANG John, you made me cry AGAIN! I don’t do that easily either! Hoping Florida is your next place but wherever-with you!
Wish we could be there with the Odd Squad & your whole family for the 4th but we are having our own thing here in Michigan. God bless you ALL! God is SO GOOD and it is a joy to see How He has worked through you three! LOVE YOU‼️✝️🙏🏻
We love you Carol and are so looking forward to giving you a hug 🤗 We will have 3 more events this year. One around Sep 11, one for halloween and one for Thanksgiving. God bless you and thank you so much for your love, support and Prayers🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
@@RVOddCouple Oohhh maybe we can do the Sept 11 one! I will ask Mark & make the reservation!
You're vision is not crazy it's beautiful and so is your family God bless you guys.👍
Thank you Lion🙏❤️
I can not wait to get down there!! I pray for you everyday... and so thankful to be a part of all this, I am truly longing to get down there!!!
I am so Happy for you guys. You have transformed the property and transported it back to its days of glory. God has both Blessed and Challenged you. Your daughter appears to be blossoming from the exposure to the rural work ethic. I appreciate the insight into the challenges of building an RV Park.
Thank you Robert😀🙏❤️
What you guys have done in a year is amazing. You are an inspiration to the RV an RUclips community. So looking forward to your next project. Prayers for your continued success.
God Bless you as well🙏❤️
turning Thunder Canyon around from what it was to what it is now definitely required someone with contractor experience and knowledge of many of the same skills needed for commercial/home building. Maintaining the campground is important too but can be done at a slower pace. Looking forward to your next Campground renewal project starting.
Thank you ❤️❤️❤️
Fred and I really enjoyed seeing your before and after video. You guys have worked so hard.and it shows. It is awesome that you use the art work from the members to decorate the campground. Makes everyone really feel like they have a special place there. Our favorite part is he fact that you go into the fellowship hall and start your day off with prayer. Praying for your next adventure. Mary💕Fred
Best way to start our day🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
Thanks for the update and God bless your future endeavors.
My rigs aren't ready yet. Don't worry when I don't show up. I'm safe at home. Have a spectacular 4th of July gathering. I'll be in touch after the party (a few days after to allow you to recuperate) God Bless You, The Odd Squad and the United States of America.
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It’s amazing to me that I, an unemotional person by all accounts, can always feel the raw emotion from John when he speaks. No matter what the subject. I truly aspire to be More like him in my life! ❤️ you guys
Wow! Thank you Edward 🙏❤️
If I were an RVer and wasn't afraid of animals, I'd be at Thunder Canyon in a heart beat! Love you guys ❤️. You are right. The Lord has truly blessed you!
No Pit breeds allowed and all dogs are leashed or ejected. Hope you can visit one day🙏❤️
I think she's more afraid of the chickens. 🐔
@@RVOddCouple Thank you!
@@stevecarr1992 Forgot about the chickens. Yep, afraid of them too. 😂 I'm a hot mess!
That’s cool that you’ve found your mission in life. The place looks beautiful. Y’all have done a fabulous job.
Thank you so much Bill.
John's mission is the campground and mine is the chickens. :-)
Jackie and I were just talking about this today. It truly has been an amazing transformation! Thankful that God gave you the vision. It's a special place for sure. Can't wait to spend next week there!!
Continued prayers as God continues to use you guys 🙏🙏!!
Can’t wait to see y’all Donnie🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
None of this would be possible without Folks like you❤️
Howdy gang. I first want to say, that my time at Thunder Canyon last week was great. Nugget and I had fun and we met some really nice folks both in the camp ground and also in Ider. I was there during the Preparation H event and have to say I was in tears watching this vid. Best of luck moving forward and hope Skippy heals fast. I WILL be returning to Thunder Canyon. I agree with John, this should be a State Park.
Hey Bubba Tim🙏❤️🇺🇸
I am so glad to have run across you two. God Bless you . I hope we get a chance to come and visit all of you there. My husband retires in 17 months and we will go out full time. We have been praying about and I know The Lord put it on my heart about making our RVing a ministry. My husband was all for it and we talk about with the Joy of serving. Watching the OddCouple, I was just so excited. We will watch together tomorrow. I never run across anyone in RVing doing ministry until I was praying about ministry myself. I found The Journey Church, and now you have come up. It's exciting.
WE HAD YOU GUYS FIGURED OUT FROM DAY ONE/ 100% REAL & TRUE AND INSPIRED.
You got to stop yelling when you text Don
Wow well done 🙏👏🥳
All in ONE year.......
With a HUGE learning curve
The next property will have its own challenges, you might need AND use all those resources that rose to assist in Thunder Canyon
Hope you find something north east of the Ocala National Forest, around nearby the St. John's River, Lake George & Cresent Lake areas
We would love the next to be FL 🙏❤️
Oh yeah! That's my neck of the woods!
When God was looking for a man and wife with a vision he found that in you two. God bless you both and Sage.
Awe…Thank you🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
I love the huge fellowship hall. Best party. Especially your morning prayer/ work meetings.
We did breakfast this morning for the first time with 25. Great time and Prayer🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
@@RVOddCouple That makes me smile. especially with everything happening in America. In the world. God Bless!
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With God NOTHING is impossible!! God bless you now and forever!🙏
All things are possible with God🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
@@RVOddCouple Amen!
An Amazing God made us cross paths. Hope to cross one day again. You both are vessels of inspiration!
Thank you Lyndon❤️❤️❤️
I so look forward every Sunday to your videos. It is a bright spot in my week. I am honored to be included in your family as an OddSquad founder and wish I could contribute more some how. You have managed to build a community that is down to earth, loving, supporting and God fearing. It nurtures the mind, body and soul. Your backbreaking work has not gone unrewarded, many will be blessed by your acts of service. Praying Skippy is healing well. This coming week is going to be mega pint fun!!!
Hi Jody🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏 We love having you with us❤️❤️❤️ Skippy is doing good
What a softy John is petting the chicken 🐔. You 2 are the best ever. We want to go to Thunder Canyon. Prayers go out to you and all the RV Odd Squad family. We love you so much.God Bless you .Until the next video. May God be with you 🙏💜
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Beautiful testimony, so glad that you were / are open to God’s will. Thank you & bless you all!
All the glory to God🙏❤️
It's awesome to see where you have come over the last year you guys and all that you've been through, God was at the forefront of everything from the beginning of all this. I admire you both and may God continue to bless you, your family & the RVodd squad, amen.
All the Glory to God🙏❤️
I know this video is a year old, but I just came across it. Just want to say that what you are doing for God is awesome. We need more people like you. I am not an RVr… if I was, I’d visit.
Keep up the good work.
Your Family is truly a blessing. You're absolutely right. When you get a calling from God and follow it, it truly becomes a blessing. It is true, if you find something you love to do, you'll never work a day in your life. God Bless you all !!
God bless you as well Brado🙏❤️
We became full time RVer’s about the same time you did, glad we found your channel. Enjoy seeing your adventures, I also believe there is a need for campgrounds with the values of Thunder Canyon. Hopefully our paths will cross someday. Good luck finding other campgrounds.
Hope we meet y’all one day😀 Thank you for the support
You guys have built a miracle for all to see. Hard work makes the dream come true. On to the next adventure. So disappointed I cant make it to the July celebration. Love you guys.
Thank you Aaron ❤️
Awesome. Great progress in just one year. God does answer prayers. Not always what you want or expect, but always what is needed and is just right. Love your channel. Hoping to get a membership soon. I feel that north is your next move. So much leadership and discipleship needed all over. You guys are going places. Keep your eyes on him and everything else will come together.
I have been watching your channel for over a year now, your humor, love & Emotion is uplifting/ I lost a ton weight in mid 2020. We finalized our divorce after a decade on St. Patricks day of 2021. ( the Judge thought it would funny, but it was my lucky day for reaI ). We are both at peace & still cordial, I had 3 surgeries in 2021 which has made me healthier. My last child graduated 2 weeks ago & I decided I'm going to buy a truck & a nice fifth wheel and start some new adventurous journeys while I still have lots of energy to get started.
Thank you guys for your honesty & training 💖
We already love you Q❤️ St Patrick’s day is our lucky day as well. That’s the day Mercedes and I fell in love after knowing each other for a year. Congratulations on the graduation 😀I hope you can come visit with us. You’ll love it here🙏❤️🙏
What an Amazing gift and talent God has given the two of you, may God continue to bless you as you have served and gave to others!
You did a wonderful job. With thunder canyon and your family.
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Thunder Canyon is amazing! Had to cancel my October visit but will try to book again! John, Mercedes, Sage and all the chickens, you are just inspirational people, God Bless and Happy Adventures to come! Keep on keepin' on!
God bless you as well Doris🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
Great vid! Good luck on future projects…. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Thunder canyon on my bucket list! Have a happy Fourth of July 💥🎊🎉🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you John, Mercedes and Sage for sharing your journey. As empty nesters, my husband and I began our RV buying journey watching your videos 3 years ago. We also began the chicken raising journey then too!! We purchased a C class last year and are making plans to see our beautiful country. If you happen to be exploring campground sites in WV, we would be happy to be your hosts!
Hate to see you guys leave Bama. God Bless you and the new adventures. You guys are wonderful, loving family. Seeing Sage so involved and growing up makes my heart sing. You have made me cry shame on y’all lol
Love y’all Rita🙏❤️
Congratulations to you both. You have been through the good and the bad. I know it has been rough but the rewards I am sure will be great. I hope Skippy is back to normal.
Skip is doing well ❤️
I would love to see some vegetable garden boxes. This is perfect to grow there and to help folks learn to grow their own vegetables. With the world changing people need to go back to the core and learn what it is like to hunt, grow and forage for their food.
What do you think???
Teary eyed here. I love your videos. I always have. The emotion in your voices say so much more than voices every do. The way yours eyes follow each other. It's been an awesome adventure. A great year.
Thank you Sarah❤️
@@RVOddCouple ❤❤
Come on John, you can’t have too many chickens, right? You guys are great. I love your honesty, hard work, and humor. God be with you on your continued journey and God bless America. When God is with you, you can accomplish anything. You guys have conquered hard things. Keep up the work and message.
Love, love, love! So wish we could afford the gas to get to Thunder Canyon! Last year I was so excited to become part of this wonderful venture, but diesel between CO and AL at 2022 prices is impossible for us, at least for now. But I will continue to support with my prayers and continue to pray that, if God wills, He will open the door for our family to participate. Love you guys so much!
Hang in there🙏 Help is on the way❤️
Congratulations to you guys!! As well as all who came to help make it possible! Many prayers for you all! Maybe one day,when hubby can stop working we could actually leave the rv park we've been at for 4 years in West Texas to enjoy this beautiful place...
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I've been watching you for a few years. You have overcome so many hurdles and have done great things. Good luck and prayers for your next adventure! 👍
Thank you Angie🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
unfortunately, as a founder, I could not do more than fund the project. Due to family issues over this last year we could not visit the campground. I'm hope that sometime in the next few months we may be able to make the trip. Campgound looks amazing. Keep up the good work. Hope to meet in person some day soon.
Thank you so much for all your support Scott❤️ John and I are grate to all of you. We hope to see you soon🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
Inspiring!!! Wish I could be there for our nation’s party!
Me too.
Me too
We had a cancelation. If you guys are serious shoot us an email. :-)
@@RVOddCouple wish i could but i am in California. Planning around late October, November.
Sorry it took this long to see this one Guys. You have so many. Sooo happy for you John and Mercedes. You may not realize this because your so busy sharing everything (travels, challenges) during a time when America was so stressed. You lifted us up by demonstrating that YES, there really are decent people as most of are, even though the media wants all of the to believe otherwise. YFA, Craig
So proud and happy for all of you! I was a long way back at the beginning of the channel. Up until the pandemic, I watched most all of you videos! Since then, I have been slacking, but everytime I check in, I'm just so impressed with everything you both do, and bring to the table. The humbleness and honestly is always next level and such a breath of fresh air❤️🔥😁👍! Nothing but love ❤️🔥and respect 👊😉👍
Yours is a terrific gift to the RV community. It's been a thrill to watch you two (3) put heart and soul into this vision. Every week I say to myself, "self, I can't wait for that day to come when I can pull in to Thunder Canyon in my own rig". You're in my thoughts, carry on!
You’ll make it one day Tim. Or…maybe we’ll get out west again😀
@@RVOddCouple, I'm confident I will. And if your plans ever include San Diego, I'll be absolutely thrilled to do all I can to make your visit a special one. (it'll include treating you to the best burger in town too! Rocky's Crown Point Pub). You guys are special to me.
Been watching you for a long time. You are the best! So innovative and committed to doing the right thing. Thank you. Wishing you all of the best in your new adventures. Always praying for people like you.
Congratulations on your amazing transformation of your campground. We found our own piece of land for us in Northern Idaho. Miss you friends. ❤️
Congratulations you crazy kids! Hope that we meet again❤️❤️❤️
Congratulations on your first year! You have started a wonderful foundation for the campground. Can’t wait to see the future has in store for the squad. Thank you for sharing and have a blessed day.
Thank you Augie❤️ bless you as well
You guys have been so educational and fun I can’t thank you enough. Proud member of the RV Odd Squad and Thunder Canyon
Happy to have you with us🙏❤️
It is wonderful to see your little Sagebrush so vocal, so talkative, and with a smile and spirit that say, 'my life is good.' Keep it up! ❤️
Hope to see you at your next park. Hopefully God will take you to new vistas not currently covered by Thousand Trails.
Sage is our little miracle🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏
So I’m guessing what you guys call the fellowship hall is where The Jones had a restaurant for the public for a brief time. Their Thunder Burger was bigger than a mule’s head! Great memories there as a kid and teenager. It’s jason from Howard’s that night
Hey Jason 😀
Laura in Georgia is no long in Georgia... We've moved to Iowa to be closer to the grandkids. (& Currently living in the RV!) I'm praying you guys find a place close to here. I really want to spend some time camping at one of the campgrounds.
I LOVE you guys & what you're doing! For everything you've done, to God give the Glory!
Oh yeah, what about the chickens? 😄
All the Glory to God❤️
One year already?? WOW that went by in a blink! I got the feeling right from the beginning that Thunder Canyon, as majestic as it looks on my computer screen, is something you've got to experience in person. The human element that you, Mercedes, and the Founders have added, I can imagine, is right up there with it. So great to see your vision come alive, John! Pretty spectacular!! In addition to the last vid, this one really hits home the scope of the labor involved here the past year. As I've said before, that's nothing short of AMAZING!! So great that you have a woman that is right by your side on EXACTLY the same page as you through it all. That in and of itself is a HUGE blessing that just pulls it all together. Isn't God GREAT? May He continue to bless you, your family, and everyone around you, John! Can't wait to see your Independence Day celebration there!
I wish I could be there in person ... but, "Brandon gas" ... 😒 AL is a bit of a haul from MA, unfortunately (Or fortunately for Alabamians 😜).
🤣🤣🤣🐔😍In love with y'all and thunder canyon. I laughed too much with the chicken scenes.
May God bless your family! I don't even have an RV but I sure would like to meet each of you and the Odd Squad family!
Come stay in our Rig for a week Jana❤️
You guys are amazing! Give Sage a hug for her fantastic camera work!
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Have watched you from the beginning. Love to see how you have grown through this project. Looking forward to see the adventures to come. We are home for the summer due to the great hail storm on May 1, 2022 in Amarillo Tx repairing things. 5th wheel goes in mid August for a new roof. Looking forward to some travel in the fall.
Looking forward to meeting y’all Jim😀👍🇺🇸
Such an amazing journey. Congrats on a job well done and making a campground that prioritizes family values and all of Gods blessings.
Thank you Kathy!