11 RV OVERNIGHTERS THAT SURPASS WALMART (RV LIFE)
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День томуIf you are scrambling for a place to stay, forget Walmart for overnight RV parking. We found 11 RV overnight spots that you can stay at instead. Many people don't know you can stay at these locations with your RV, so pay close attention.
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00:48 How We Find These Overnighters
01:16 Casinos
02:19 County/City Parks
04:03 Why Not Walmart?
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08:49 Cabelas
10:21 National Forests
12:22 Cracker Barrel
13:55 BLM (Bureau of Land Management)
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17:23 Truck Stops
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21:30 Rest Areas
22:45 Overnight Spots You've Never Thought Of
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@TheWickkit 19 днів тому
When you started the topic of your best experience at a State Park, I told my boyfriend, "it was in Montana", then you confirmed it! (We're from the Glacier National Park area) Come back and enjoy it once or twice again soon because it's only a few years away from being Montalifornia with corporate retail stores & litter everywhere and trees & wildlife nowhere.
@MrJoemarV 11 місяців тому
As a trucker, I appreciate you a lot. Our parking is limited to truckstops and rest area and sometimes Walmart. Thank you for saving those spots for us.
@paulao7022 9 місяців тому
Walmart, is starting to get tough on ANYONE using their parking lots!
@greuju 5 місяців тому
@@paulao7022because assholes are stealing everything
@user-hh6ex9md4w 4 місяці тому
Thank you for your comment! I completely understand the limited parking options for truckers. It's important to be considerate of their needs. By exploring alternative overnight spots for RVers, we can help alleviate the competition for parking spaces. By the way, have you ever considered using a reliable power backup solution like the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series? It's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts like us, providing massive capacity, fast recharging, and versatile sockets. Check it out if you're interested!
@aevalw7743 3 місяці тому
commercial drivers have limited time to drive per day due to electronic logs. Nothing worse than the time clock running out and no parking spots.
@BriLove7 2 місяці тому
@3:27 in Is that Junction Texas?
@garyakashadow596 Місяць тому
I don't recall you mentioning "mooch docking". Great way to visit friends and family and reconnect or catch up with old friends. Hard to do if they live in an HOA, but if they live rural, then they often have room for your rig and are excited to host you and be your local guide to area attractions.
@user-wy1re3cg4j 7 місяців тому
I feel like I need to warn people that the west coast, California specifically, you are not allowed to stay overnight at any Walmart and you are only allowed to rest for 4 hours at a rest stop. Most big box stores don't allow overnight either. There is a large population of homeless and so this is what it has come to. I liked your video.
@montereybayarealatinmass2363 4 місяці тому
You are allowed to stay for 8 hours at California rest stops, but unfortunately they are closed off and on - it’s good to check ahead and make sure they are open.
@johnthoreson8775 3 місяці тому
Wal Mart is closed to overnight camping in Oregon now.
@LisaLightning Місяць тому
Isn’t it ridiculous that as the homeless population increases, instead of laws to create more affordable housing, they just make it impossible to sleep outside?
@themysticalexperiencer8141 Місяць тому
@@johnthoreson8775 Everywhere in Oregon? How about Planet Fitness?
@pnwpaths2925 17 днів тому
Can’t overnight at most if not all Walmarts in Washington State. The homeless population aka drug crisis has destroyed that for us and how our state responded…
@user-dv3lc6dv8q 7 місяців тому
If you join the Elks, you can camp over night or 2. go in have dinner, clean up. get a drink . Some Ejks have complete hook ups.Once your an Elks member, your a member at all the Elks. Its great.
@Adventureswithbecky 2 місяці тому
How do you become a member?
@jeremywilson2735 Місяць тому
I think this maybe true for Moose lodge members as well. I’ve seen campers at our town Moose before. But check ahead don’t take my word for sure. They all may have different rules.
@cathymontowski1263 4 місяці тому
Thanks for explaining the rules around camping at rest areas/walmart. I can’t tell you how many times we’ve seen people putting out their slides /mats/unhook and leave their trash. They ruin it for all of us.
@HappilyEverHanks 4 місяці тому
Absolutely, Cathy! We are happy to hear that this can be of some help. Thank you again for all your support. Have a Happy New Year 🥳 - Kyle and Renee
@user-fl1fx2rs7e 8 місяців тому
Thanks for this video. Im 70 and my new life starts in another 8 days. full time r.v.ing. This will help
@keptleroymg6877 Місяць тому
Please lift and keep your muscles big
@RippingJack76 Рік тому
When you're 30 you want peace and quiet. I didn't get to that stage until I was almost 45. Now at 60 I'm downright cranky.
@cindyfields5170 2 місяці тому
5-HTP
@melissacomer8404 2 місяці тому
At 61, I agree. I used to fuss at the hubby. I do not want to go to bed at 9 o'clock. Here I am at 8:52 finishing prepping for work tomorrow going to bed.
@karlanderson1791 Рік тому
As a trucker and rv owner I appreciate your comments. I only ask that other overnight campers occupy the smallest space possible. With electronic logs we can't run all night anymore so the spots in truck stops fill up pretty quickly every night. And when our clock runs out for the day we have no choice but to shut down. I'm not complaining by the way. I did my time running all hours of the day and I don't miss it. Great channel!
@alaricleigh-sf7iy 24 дні тому
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@rickcooper156 5 місяців тому
Planet Fitness is one of my favorites! Most of them are 24 hours, you have 24 hour access to a bathroom if you need it. The other advantage is safety; people come to the gym at all hours and you're less likely to be harassed by weird people when there are lots of people coming and going.
@pnwpaths2925 17 днів тому
I can’t imagine being able to park my 34’ trailer in a planet fitness parking lot. Way too small of spots and I would make people angry taking up multiple stalls
@jefffromnorthdakota 9 днів тому
If you want your female partner or daughters to share a bathroom with a man
@NancyMoody-ec7wt 8 днів тому
You know there's life seems to be exciting especially if you got someone to share with that you love but if you're a Solo traveler it can get kind of lonely and boring!!! I cannot imagine trying or having to find a different spot every single night to sleep that would drive me totally insane
@GG-qy2js 2 роки тому
Recap: Casinos, county & city parks, fairgrounds, boon-dockers welcome membership, calbellas, national forest, Cracker Barrel, BLM (off-grid), truck stops (Loves will have RV parking soon), harvest host (membership), rest areas are for truckers, airports, cafe, strip malls, churches, hospitals, tractor supply, Lowes, Home Depot, convention centers.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Thanks for the recap 🤙
@Ezrasideas Рік тому
You just saved me 25 mins thanks lol
@sunsetsleeper Рік тому
@@HappilyEverHanks is walmart just noisy what else is wrong about Walmart you didn't state lol
@sedg03 Рік тому
Fairgrounds in Colorado Nebraska areas are now off limits to camping or even just going to let the dogs run n eat a sandwich. Feds are deliberately trying to tighten down on any n all alternative lifestyles.
@janchampine1899 Рік тому
@@sedg03 yuppers. They sure don't want us self sufficient.
@Zylus-sl3fd Рік тому
We are full time rvers I still work at a job that requires me to go into work. So we use the only campground around that has year round sites with hook ups. we have used the hospital option before, my wife had to arrive at 6 in the morning for surgery, and I closed the night before so I drove our motor home and parked it in my work’s parking lot( I am the General manager at a restaurant so!) when I got off work (@11pm) went and started up the coach and drove it 15 minutes to the hospital and parked it out in the very end of the lot. We did this versus driving 45 minutes to our campsite and then 50 minutes back in the morning. Also we had previously talked with the security to make sure we could. They told us that people do it all the time and exactly where they wanted us. After my wife got checked in I could have stayed in the lobby but I walked back out to the rv and went back to bed. Went back in after a few hours and waited about 20 minutes and was told my wife was in recovery. After release I drove the rv right up to hospital and picked her up(literally) and put her in bed and I drove home. (Campsite)
@carr869 2 місяці тому
OMG!!! You’re 30? No wait, this video is one year old so you’re 31 now. Ready for the retirement home. You guys crack me up. Thanks for taking the time to make and share this with us. 30, you’re still baby’s add 40 years and a motorcycle camper to that. It’s all about living life. Thanks again. Tom
@ccrow9147 10 місяців тому
There is nothing more comforting than sleeping in a truck stop listening to the idling engines😉. (Married a truck driver almost 50 years ago, still love the stops.). 🚛
@rolfholt9684 14 днів тому
... and the sweet smell of diesel exhaust 🥴
@GrantWood. Рік тому
1. Casino’s 2. County or City Park’s • Walmart 3. Fairground’s 4. Boondockers Welcome 5. Cabelas / Bass Pro Shop 6. National Forest’s 7. Cracker Barrel 8. BLM - Bureau of Land Management 9. Truck Stops 10. Harvest Hosts 11. Rest Areas 12. Misc. - Airports, Churches, Hospital, Tractor Supply, Lowes, Home Depot and more… (CALL AHEAD!)
@TheJanieLynn 14 днів тому
Wow, Thanx, for sharing.....=)
@texaslovelylady 5 днів тому
Some Cracker Barrel's no longer allow boondocks.
@CrusaderNewcastle Рік тому
Awesome jobs guys love your vibe and perspective, its grey to see the road is not full of grumpy grey nomads, love the advice but more the way your present it. I am based in Newcastle Australia and I wish we had more kids like you doing this. Indeed, I wish we had more of what you have cause life outside the RV parks is so much fun. Keep up the great work kids cheers Leigh
@victorparise5987 11 місяців тому
OMG!I love you guys! The bickering is just like me and my wife. We find it is very helpful and compliments each other. We never take it seriously and at the end of the day we LOVE EACH OTHER!
@wildcard9724 Рік тому
Also worth mentioning are race tracks! Many of the larger ones have designated areas for use.
@williambranham6249 2 роки тому
We've called the local police station. Usually small towns. They have always been cooperative when we were looking for a spot for a short overnight stay. We have used local libraries. Also we have stayed at several Wal Marts on the east coast with no problems. Again we call the police dept. and talk to the store manager for permission and to see if there have been any issues. We were in Maine and a policeman came onto the Wal Mart parking lot. I flagged him down and he said it was safe because they patrol it several times nightly. Aside from possible noise, I think there is safety in numbers at a Wal Mart. Many big box stores have security after hours. Try to find them and get their ok. It never hurts to get to know people in security. Out of respect if they know who you are there is less likely to be a knock on the door.
@lyfandeth 2 роки тому
Sometimes they get outright paranoid, liken when I asked if they knew a 24 hour pharmacy. In case I was looking to rob one I suppose. But usually, they appreciate the courtesy. "Vehicle stops" are, they will tell you, the most frightening part of their day.
@GoogleAccount-uz1uj Рік тому
Why draw unnecessary attention to yourself....not to mention wasting their time.
@coyoteodie4458 Рік тому
I drive long haul truck, my wife owns a small restaurant,and we boondock camp. You earned a like and subscribe for your respect of trucks and support of businesses. Great video. Safe travels!
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
Thanks so much 🤗
@toddtonis Рік тому
Thank you for making this video. As a couple who are just starting to camp as we travel across the country, we only knew about Walmart and Cracker Barrel as places to stop overnight for cheap. You list has really helped, especially the suggestion about the city or county parks. Great job! One camping area we found in our journey was on the Ohio Turnpike. Some of their rest areas have dedicated paid overnight camping areas (separate parking lot) with electrical hookup with a dump station and fresh water at the exit to the parking lot. They were really quiet.
@janet1744 4 місяці тому
Thank you.
@ralphb.3802 Рік тому
Only did this twice on a long trip from PA to FL. Cracker Barrel was great. They have RV parking and there were many other RVs. Safety in numbers. Flying J in Ga had designated RV parking so we didn’t infringe or the truckers. We felt safe in both places and the truck stop wasn’t as noisy as we thought it would be. Planning to stay at Cabela’s next long trip. Thanks for the video, we’ll keep these places in mind.
@HarryPrimate Рік тому
As a truck driver I would like to point out that several of the truck stops have RV parking, not just Love’s. Some, but not all, Pilot/Flying J’s and TA/Petro will have designated RV parking areas.
@DRAGONZUZU1 Рік тому
VERY USEFUL INFOMATION FOR NEWBIE. I AM GLAD YOU GUYS ARE ON THE ROAD AND KEEP GIVING US UPDATE ON THE CHANGE AND NEWS TO RV. I AM ABOUT TO START MY RV LIFE NEXT YEAR, SO THANKS A LOT.
@thistlecreekhmstd 2 роки тому
We are starting the process to be full time RVer’s! You guys have so much good info for people who are just starting out. Thank you so much!!!
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
Love that! We'll see you on the road someday!
@b.brave.b.aware00965 Рік тому
Getting ready to hit the road to travel for my husband’s job, bringing two kids with us and homeschooling will be an adventure! I was really nervous but I found your channel this morning. Three videos in and I feel so much better about this lifestyle, thank you both so much for helping those of us climbing on this crazy RV life adventure too!
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
Thanks for joining our channel! We're glad to have you and wish you all the best of luck!
@sedg03 Рік тому
Whatcha ya' goin to do when theres no gas cept for $20/gallon? Ask as you"ve kids
@guillermomanso2339 Рік тому
What a douche
@catherinecaballero9686 Рік тому
I’m thinking about it and I have 3 kids. Would you do homeschooling yourself or with a online program?
@djfuentes5714 Рік тому
Good Luck!! We got a rig with back bunk bed, "cubbies" for our boys. LOVE them. We are planning our own trip. With our boys and 3 pugs!
@WilliamNau 2 роки тому
You two did a great job with this video. As a long time RVer, your information was spot on and presented in your usual entertaining way.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
WOW! Thank you very much William, this is truly kind of you to say 🙂 Stay safe out there!
@danielwitmer3242 6 місяців тому
I've noticed all the various wys and sites alwsays claim the price is going up in the next month. So guess just another Scam in general.
@larrainefaircloth7361 2 роки тому
Another great episode from the Hanks family. We joined Boondockers Welcome this year. We’ve only used it once so far, but it was a fun experience. Can’t wait to use it some more in the future. Loving some of your other tips for overnight stays while on the road. Very informative and helpful info. #thankshanks for another fun Thursday night.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Thanks for watching! Glad you got to use the program already!
@kathymacinnes5052 Рік тому
Helpful video. Have been traveling with a 5th wheel for a number of years and are transitioning to a 30' class A for a 2 month cross country trip starting next week. One resource you didn't mention probably because it's not free is Passport America. 50% off usual rates at a large number of RV parks, often only $15-$20 with full hookups. There are restrictions on number of days, some weekend and seasonal black-outs, but it's great when you need to fill/empty tanks, etc.
@medic1541 2 роки тому
Having a fan turned on and some "rain sounds" on a speaker always helps to drown out the noise at these places that can be kinda loud. Trust me, being in the firehouse for decades, a fan and rain noises help out immensely!!!
@arbonneladyTN 2 роки тому
We have a sound machine that has several sounds, hubby hates the fan blowing air… 😂
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Oh no doubt!! We love that white noise as well 😃 Love that you worked at a firehouse as a medic! AWESOME!!
@KarenKClinton Рік тому
Some of us HATE rain noise! Ugh…
@nathanpeacock9978 Рік тому
I feel your pain trying to rest in a firehouse. I'm retired but I worked 35 years as a firefighter/paramedic in San Antonio Texas SAFD.
@highwaywarrior7778 2 роки тому
I agree with being a 30yr (my case 32yr old) old guy wanting peace and quiet. Also, as a owner operator/trucker, we appreciate you leaving us spots at rest areas and truck stops. Every year it becomes even harder finding a safe, legal spot to park a rig.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Thanks for all you do!
@highwaywarrior7778 2 роки тому
@@HappilyEverHanks thank you for your appreciation!!!!!!
@joyceobeys6818 Рік тому
Amen and so many ppl certainly want the rigs to quickly bring their wares but there’s so few places to park and the time is ticking down and you are forced to pull over somewhere and get woke up by police during the 10 hours down n they’ll make you move. So not right. They need to have more parking areas for rigs everywhere and places the police are not allowed to mess with you and wake you up in the middle of well needed sleep for the most ridiculous reasons. 🙃
@highwaywarrior7778 Рік тому
@@joyceobeys6818 amen!!!!!! Now that's the truth!!!!!!!!!
@rock2946 Рік тому
@Joyce Obeys what's funny, in my state, is you're encouraged to pull over and rest in the vehicle if you're tired (when you first learn how to drive). But, when people do, they get in trouble 🤦♀️
@loriw2661 2 роки тому
I had to stop at 12:00 and laugh when you said “When you reach 30” like that’s old. Lmao!! Trust me, this 61 year old (62 in June) would LOVE to be 30 (even 39) again!! Great video!! Say hi to the Dex Man!🐾❤️🐾
@larryk3986 2 роки тому
Yeah, over the hill at 30!! I have older shoes! 😉
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
🤣 You guys are too awesome! We love ya'll!!!
@racheldodds8837 2 роки тому
I laughed too because my 50 year old husband is totally the grumpy old man when it comes to noise. He's as mature as a 15 year old most times but grumpy old man comes out a lot with night time noise!! 🤣
@RevCeleste 2 місяці тому
This 72 yr old would love to be 60 again lol. It's all relative, right? : )
@donhateschz 2 роки тому
You forgot one other place. I heard you can camp for free at your parents' house, and get cookies!
@janetsmith4344 2 роки тому
We get cookies at our daughter’s house and she has water and power for us
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
LOL that's a good one Don 🤣
@RayOfSunhine2012 Рік тому
If your fortunate enough to have family with property who aren't a**holes. I've been boondocking in my city bc I have no one to lean on.
@patrick7639 Рік тому
I camp at my sisters house, and get ulcers
@anothercomment3451 Рік тому
@@patrick7639 Leave sooner.
@grantgrow 11 місяців тому
We stayed at a city campground in Flandreau South Dakota. Great price, clean campground, and the night we stayed there was a multi-town softball game. Wonderful time
@davemcnew6591 2 місяці тому
This is the best tv video I’ve seen. Not long winded, lots of very useful information, and you guys are fun to watch.
@westmotors100 2 роки тому
Another great episode! Thank you for all the great info. We full timed for 4 months awhile ago and loved it. I had to stop due to cancer but am clear and free other than a few meets with the doc this summer. So as of May 1st we are full time in our class A motor coach. We have to stay close for the summer to finish up then we are heading for western Canada to spend the winter. Then next summer we are heading for eastern Canada. After we are finished there we will head down to the US for 4 months for the winter and hopefully make it to a meet up with the Hanks. Safe travels Hanks!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
We have more rally dates posting soon! It will be in our weekly email 🤗 - So glad to hear you are doing better and ready to see some great places!
@Elizabeth-rq1vi Рік тому
Going to Western Canada for winter? Weird 🤣. Unless it’s really west & you mean the Lower Mainland or Vancouver Island. We’d winter there but definitely not near the Rockies! (I live in Calgary)
@janeforever Рік тому
We stopped RVing due to hubby's stage 4 cancer that we've been fighting for 2+yr now. Glad your fight was successful & you're out on the road once more. May you stay cancer free. Here's hoping we can follow in your tire tracks🤞.
@moore_2_explore 2 роки тому
Good recommendations all!! We have LOVED Boondockers Welcome so much…totally worth the cost. Also fairgrounds, city/county parks and National Forests. As always you guys make us smile and seeing Dex with that turkey was icing on the cake!😉
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Love hearing this 🤗 Ya'll mean so much! Stay safe out there friends!
@ArtistonaHarleyD Рік тому
We just purchased our first toy hauler and are excited to hit the road with the trailer ...and the bikes! Thanks for sharing all these great ideas! The apps are an awesome start for these newbies to the RVing world! See you on the road, Cheers! 🥂Pete & Bonnie 🇨🇦
@theaveadventurers Рік тому
Love this! New to the channel, but we are so happy we found it. Helpful for us as RVers but also as beginner UKpostsrs. Hope to see you on the road!
@tiffanyhine1526 Рік тому
Picked up our Camper cross country (Michigan to Colorado) for the first time EVER and had no idea where to stay! Watched your video and it blew my mind!!! #THANKSHANKS Didn't feel safe staying at Wal-Mart so was very pleased for you to tell these newbies we weren't the only ones! Ended up pulling over at Cracker Barrel and loved it! Made us get up early, had a wonderful breakfast, and back on the road! We would have never known this, great tip!
@Valkman007 Рік тому
Love you kids and your Channel. I met you two at the Myrtle Beach Grand Design Rally last month. We have been rolling cross contry and camping for about 22 years and still find out new and interesting things from you two. I used to work for a Traveling Nurse Company in Omaha, so very familiar with what you do. Take care and have FUN !
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
So glad we got to meet!! Thanks for all your support 🤗
@claytonmatt4334 Рік тому
You shouldn't cook on aluminum foil, or any aluminum for that matter. Stuff is toxic and leeches into your food. Just lookin out for ya buddy. Great video always looking for ideas on where to stop for a day.
@TinyGoHomes Рік тому
Thank you both. Lots of information on the subject I’m currently working on. Had too get out the old pen and pad for this. God bless you on your travels 🙏🫡🇨🇦
@phyllischancey1114 2 роки тому
We have officially been on the road 2 weeks tomorrow. We have used Harvest Host from WV to Livingston, TX to domicile. We stayed at the Escapees Park in TX. Then Livingston, TX to Lyons, GA Harvest Host and our first Boondockers Welcome in Alabama. The sweetest couple ever! The little Main St. of Prattville, AL has those quaint little shops that have something for everyone. We have more than paid for our membership with all these stays 💞
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
That is so great to hear! Y'all are rocking this lifestyle already!
@deniseinight9596 4 місяці тому
Three years ago, I decided to buy an older class C RV and learned a lot from joining an RV club, since then I've been across country several times and plan to take my now newer RV into Mexico. I don't care for staying in Walmart for several reasons: 1. yes, the noise - I had a street cleaner keep circling around my RV and then there's the 2) bright lights shining into my windows and into my fan/vents. I was up in the middle of the night cutting up Reflectix to fit to block the light and 3) the weirdos. I was all nice and settled in to a spot along side of the store and then another RV came in a parked uncomfortably close to mine and the couple were arguing. It was just weird so I moved away. Also if you join the Elks, many of them allow traveling Elk members to park for a nominal donation, they all have bars and some cook dinner too. Elks have lodges all across the US.
@HappilyEverHanks 4 місяці тому
Hi Denise! You make some great points here. Thank you for also taking the time to share about the Elks lodges...that is one we missed in this video. We appreciate your support and for watching our videos 😊 - Kyle and Renee
@backlash370 Рік тому
Thanks for doing what you can to respect truckers. Key word in your video, respect.
@paulao7022 9 місяців тому
We all need to be respectful of each other!
@garytakos6628 2 роки тому
Great Info! I'm a 30 year otr trucker. Hate trucks stops exactly for the noise issue. And Walmarts because of so many NASTY truckers these days throwing trash and other nasty things outa their trucks we aren't welcome there in many places. Will retire in the next year, and doing what you're doing full time. So the info is much appreciated! Thanks! Be safe, and cautious every night no matter where you are.
@HelloWorldRobnLisa Рік тому
Thanks again for this video!! I stayed at the Brown County Fairgrounds in De Pere's WI the first night after I picked up our "new-to-us" Itasca. Had no idea that fairgrounds would be such a good one or two day stop. I also stayed at two Rest Area's for solid 6 hour sleep stop's on my way back to Philly. So, first 1,400 mile trip was awesome and cost me a total of $32.00 in "site fees". Whole new world now, appreciate the information.
@wrongway5758 2 роки тому
Thanks for all the information My wife and I are Canadian and May 1st We are going full time. Have been watching you guys a couple of years now while thinking about everything that has to be done before we go, you have been taking some of the anxiety away for me. Onward and upward, ThanksHanks The Morrisons
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Glad you are getting some good information! Best of luck with everything!
@clarencecourtney8433 2 роки тому
Hi Kyle and Renee, I really enjoy your channel. City parks & fairgrounds are great. Around 4:48 one of the fairgrounds looked like Adams County, Washington in Ritzville. One of the best weeks in our Alaska journey . Wonderful campground hosts!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
That is right! We really like that place!
@keithmalmberg8395 8 місяців тому
Great ideas. At 30 you are still a spring chicken.... Peace and quiet is very nice in the spring also
@nyuriheals 6 місяців тому
Thank you for this! Watching it a year later and feeling it’s still quite accurate! And totally fell in love with you both when you stuck up your licked finger to the wind❤ SO much love and gratitude hitting the road this week in my 92 dodge van! Woot woot!
@chiefhayes2250 Рік тому
First time seeing all of your episodes. This was an awesome video packed with some great information. Keep up the great work. Have you guys done one on the video equipment you use and your editing software. I would love to see that if it is available.
@esthermcgough3995 2 роки тому
love you too. I so enjoy your pure joy you show about life. I wish I had that in me.
@merlew357 2 роки тому
Thankyou so much regarding setting a good example with your respect for truckers
@davidgoosen1633 8 місяців тому
This is all very helpful once you Wade through all the drama. She makes list because that's how she keeps it together in her brain to make things happen. You're lucky to have her!!!
@cdntruckerwife 8 місяців тому
Love your channel !! New to RV life here in canada your tips we have already started to implement.
@MsJRod2012 Рік тому
OMG, you guys took away a lot of my fears, since I am planning to buy an RV /truck, live in it full-time solo on the West Coast, and travel to a list of national parks, mostly in the US Western areas! I have already been researching so I've heard about the paid sites for boondockers. Thank you so much!!!!
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
Our pleasure!
@sedg03 Рік тому
Be very.careful western national parks. Many of our wilderness areas have murders... be xtra careful.
@stevenmonson5149 Рік тому
A word of advice ,if asked by national park officer DON'T say i am fulltime living in RV, say : I AM ONLY CAMPING!!! It will save you from jail and fines...... Good luck 🤞
@rock2946 Рік тому
@@stevenmonson5149 Second this. Never tell officials that you live full time in an RV
@frienddylan Рік тому
@@stevenmonson5149 I'm curious, what could the charge be for someone living in an RV full time?
@outbackwack368 Рік тому
Great list. I've had great experiences at State Parks. Oliver Lee in NM near White Sands was $110 for a week with nice sites right in the hills, great mountain views, hiking, hookups, showers and a dump station! A Bargain! For dirt roads I always detach and drive the Jeep out to assess the roads for RV friendliness. The problem I have with Harvest Hosts is that you pay for a membership and then are expected to patronize the business. We don't drink. Might as well stay at a campground for cheaper... Thanks!
@karenhirschkorn2360 Рік тому
Love how you two kid around... all in fun! Plus lots of good information! Love your channel, had to subscribe. 👍🏼❤️ stay safe!
@terriw941 Рік тому
That's super helpful, thank you! We LOVE Harvest Host and Boondockers!
@loren3160 Рік тому
I boondock in my car😁. Lots of ladies my age 71 do this because of our budget. Walmart is loud but I sleep like a baby 😂. At the beach several places to park but some riff raff but best climate ever!! Rest areas by the beach is crowded but beautiful ❤️. Had a RV at a thousand trails but some people love to steal your stuff! Sold it and am in a tiny home now for a while. Medical reasons. Glad you guys are enjoying yourselves 👌
@sherryllynnjones7077 Рік тому
🙏❤️🙏
@scottmeacham1738 2 роки тому
Another informative and entertaining video! We start our first "camping season" in May this year at Morrow Mountain State Park NC. Thanks for sharing this video with us!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
So exciting! Have a great time!
@scottmeacham1738 2 роки тому
@@HappilyEverHanks thank you! 2 weeks!
@jakeolsen2764 Рік тому
I just spent 8 days and 4 states on the road and not one single Walmart even had the option for an over night stay. I only tried/needed 1 night that i did not have a spot booked but looked at several Walmart lots and all had a sign that said no over night camping/parking. So i drove 665 miles in Oregon, Nevada and a lot of Utah that day and got to a spot in the National forest that was much better anyways. And thank you for the good advice, Your videos and you 2 are great and fun to watch.
@H.pylori Рік тому
Great information. Love the presentation and the interaction between you two. Thank you.
@051TEFFY Рік тому
We've done a lot of truck stops with a 34" motor home and we always back in and park at the back of the space so our rear bedroom is the greatest distance from the front of the truck, this makes it a little bit quieter. Church parking lots are also a great place to spend the night (Saturday night excluded).
@trucking325 3 місяці тому
Please don't stay at truck stops!
@brentross9233 Рік тому
We've had great luck with US National Recreation areas. They're usually free or discounted with our National Park pass. Stayed in some great ones in Washington and Idaho area for $7
@lucianestridge7964 Рік тому
Okay, I have chosen you to be my main source of information in doing my research in getting started with full time on road living. I love your content. I am a soon retiring fedex truck driver and my wife is a 30+ year RN. I have picked out my fithwheel rig and preparing to sell my house and car and trading in my truck for a diesel pusher. All of your content has answered so many questions for us. I am 60 but look about 40.(had to though that in lol) anyway thankyou for all you do. Keep it coming.
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
That is incredible, Lucian! Thank you so much for your support and for watching, we are glad that our content has been helpful for you! Safe travels!
@jeremywilson2735 Місяць тому
Thanks for the great info. And as a retired trucker I appreciate your respect for us, and I always showed back respect for rvs . There’s room for us all out here on the road. And thanks for letting others know not to use slide outs at truck stops or rest stops, not everyone knows this. Happy safe travels y’all. I’m a new follower to your channel….
@HappilyEverHanks Місяць тому
Hi Jeremy. Thank you for your wonderful comment. You made our day reading this. We appreciate all your support and look forward to hearing from you again. Stay safe!
@chriswoods4079 Рік тому
Great list . City’s usually have a warehouse district and I’ve stayed in those areas overnight.
@perrymahnke886 Рік тому
When I leave the cold Wisconsin winters & travel through Texas, I've stopped at a Buc-ee's & talked to the manager about spending the night. As a rule I get permission as long as I'm not still there after 6:30 AM. If I do get up during the night & use Buc-ee's facilities, I also buy something even if it's to restock my camper. By the way, I have a pickup with a 24' trailer & I always park as far away from the building as possible.
@dougbas3980 Рік тому
We have paid $36 to $70 for a night just traveling thru. We need to re-think that! This was so useful, thanks.
@sharmansmith8443 2 місяці тому
Ha, you guys are awesome! So friendly and caring. Really appreciate the info!! I am doing preliminary research for future travel, RV purchase plans. Much appreciated. Keep up the great work and play!!
@michellegarry1872 2 роки тому
Tractor Supply. I had no idea and wouldn’t have thought of it. I absolutely love “window shopping” at TSC. They have some cool stuff. I used to have horses hence my love affair with farm supply stores. Thanks for the great ideas! 💚
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
We could spend a lot of time in there too! Thanks for watching!
@georgiannrose867 2 роки тому
We were in a pinch trying to fill propane in class A and they do that! Never even thought about staying there, thanks!
@victoriapaschke367 5 місяців тому
I drove from MI to CA and back on a sort of Route 66 trip this past fall. I stayed at a number of truck stops including several Love's that had camping sites. I wish I could have planned my driving time better to reserve my site a few days ahead, but it was my first really long trip. Of all the truck stops I went through, Love's is by far the most accommodating. I always made sure I was respectful of the truck drivers (since the father of my children is one, and he might run me off the road if I wasn't...LOL) and I found that I felt very safe for the most part.
@HappilyEverHanks 5 місяців тому
Hi Victoria! Wow, what a drive! You must have seen so many incredible things along the way. Yes, Love's has been really accommodating in allowing the truckers to have their own space compared to the RVers out on the road. Thank you for watching our videos, we appreciate your support 😊
@pnwpaths2925 17 днів тому
Do you have enough room for your slide outs?
@njb1814 Рік тому
Hi Guys! I just found this video/channel, and thank you for some good information! We are "thinking" about doing this when my husband retires, so all the information I can get will be useful. I never knew that there were so many places to stay, so thank you for that! How exciting it must be for the two of you, to be able to do this! That's wonderful! Thank you again for all the great information!❤
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
Welcome! Thanks so much 🤗
@tonyfredo2086 Рік тому
You all are so much fun, thank you.
@computerfixer06 2 роки тому
Great info! We usually just do weekends away from home right now but good to know if we start going farther! First trip of the season this weekend!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
WAHOO!!! Love hearing this Aaron!!
@computerfixer06 2 роки тому
@@HappilyEverHanks had a good weekend despite some rain, couldn't help thinking about your videos when dumping tanks before we left! 🤣
@Masterchief68 2 роки тому
You are absolutely right, Cracker Barrel is a great place to overnight! Great breakfast that you can walk to also! Strictly boondocking though. They have a great fish dinner that Dexter would enjoy!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Dexter would love the fish dinner for sure 😹
@elusiveeskimo3013 Рік тому
Good list with added informative information, well done. For a quick overnight sleep stop almost anywhere I've found churches to be a very good option. I always park around back, stay quiet, and don't set anything outside. Driving a white 33 foot long Limo Bus conversion, with nothing added to it's outside, it's appearance still says Bus. So I look like I belong there, blend right in. For anyone who needs to Stealth Camp overnight, blending in, looking like you belong there, is key to avoiding The Knock. And wherever you park, please be respectful of your surroundings. Or we may all loose the ability to be there. One thing I normally don't hear mentioned of, when choosing overnight and camping sites, is what happens if you break down there. Many motor-homes and bus conversions require a Big Rig size tow truck. They are very long, wide, and heavy; require a lot of room to maneuver. When my bus broke down earlier this year, it was where roads were narrow and turns tight. The truck managed to get to where I was, hook up to the back of my bus. Then I sat in the driver's seat of the bus, steering it much like the guy at the back of a really long fire truck in the city does. Only he's facing forward, I was using mirrors all the way. Add that since the diesel engine wouldn't start, I had no power steering to help me make the turns. It was a very slow and nerve racking experience to get back to a main road. During which I realized that some of the places I had camped in the past, this tow truck would not have been able to get me out of. So "Tow Truck Accessibility" is now on my "Check List" of campsite Requirements. And here I'll add a special "Thank You" to "Coach Net" who stood by me throughout this challenging experience. Made the arrangements for, and covered all costs of, this very expensive recovery.
@yvetterobb602 8 місяців тому
That is so cool you stayed in Chanute, Ks. Im about 25 minutes from there. Travel to Chanute several times a month. I work in Humboldt. It is such a warm city also and first Saturday in October there is a Biblesta that has free bean feed and free entertainment!! It is so awesome!!💞
@gypsycrossroads 2 роки тому
I can totally feel your pain with reverse driving. When I had my CDL I was following my GPS and it took me down a dirt road to my next delivery. 11 miles down the dirt road and I came to an area that was washed out. Going forward was no longer an option so reverse all 11 miles. My neck was sooooooo sore after that. Looking from mirror to mirror took it's toll. As for Harvest Hosts, We did an Alpaca farm in Kansas. Super cool experience. Great super duper warm socks to buy at their store too! Winery was fun but we spent a bunch of money there between the wine, cheeses and meats.... yum but $$$.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Ugh, 11 miles sounds awful to drive backwards! We appreciate you sharing your story!
@RushinTruckin 2 роки тому
You must’ve driven for SWIFT 🤣😂
@suzbone Рік тому
ELEVEN MILES. Just thinking about it took some time off my lifespan! Mad props to you for actually doing it! 👏 👏 👏
@joyceobeys6818 Рік тому
We have done that before too! It’s Horrible! Once we were on Hwy 12 in Indian country and they did not warn anyone that they took the road out in the side of a mountain n it was raining n sleeting n if you stopped you would sink into the mud and maybe slide off the mountain. A CBer came on and let everyone know it was 12 or 15 miles ( I don’t remember) you could hear a pin drop. Everyone was holding their breath n someone would get on and say whatever you do don’t stop, keep going but go slow. I never wanted to go that way ever again. I would map around it! And we were just in so many predicaments. I’d be here all day sharing the funny, the hilarious, the tragic comedy, the fun, the tense, the scary n etc…. LOL
@johnn5646 Рік тому
Love your very comprehensive list and how you presented in such a fun manner! Maybe I missed this but I wanted to touch on the fact that many Walmarts do not allow overnight parking….especially in larger metropolitan areas. Many times this is due to city ordinances but unfortunately sometimes due to disrespectful campers who take advantage of the situation. Love your channel, hope to see you on the road!!
@HappilyEverHanks Рік тому
Thanks for sharing!!
@kathybarlow9963 Рік тому
We stay at Walmarts across the country for a quick overnight, and many times, they have a Do Not Stay because of the unsafe area. And if Walmarts close at night, there is no security so those often don’t allow it. I’ll tell you, betters coming to wake you up at 3 am asking for $20 is very annoying, and it’s happened more than once. Walmarts with security often put a stop to panhandling of the rv units. So there are several reasons that a Walmart may not allow overnights. Just be respectful if they do allow you to stay and clean up after your pets, etc.
@paulao7022 9 місяців тому
Some disrespectful people, ruin it for so many others!
@mjust7884 2 роки тому
Love all your suggestions - we have a large Trucker Camper with 2 slides and have stayed at many of the places you suggested.... although Walmart has been our most go to place so far only because we didn't know about all these great options but we will definitely check them out on our next adventure... WHICH BTW will be coming up sooner rather than later. We are going to trade our sticks and bricks for the RV Life and we can't wait. Looking forward to maybe crossing paths one day... in the mean time stay safe and keep those videos coming!
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
So happy for you guys! We'll see you out here!
@cobio51 Рік тому
A Lot of great info.Thanx we will be trying some of y'all's recommendations
@rvfamilytribe3489 2 роки тому
Awesome tips. We have stayed in Cracker Barrel and it's was a great experience, also we are member of the Harvest Host and also we have stayed in them and great experience. You guys are awesome.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Glad it was all good!
@stevenhoag69 2 роки тому
I'm setting in my car in Chanute, Ks eating my breakfast before I go into work watching your video and then you mentioned Chanute, KS. Wow what a coincidence and its a small town. Thanks for the info.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Small world and a nice area!
@coop90808 2 роки тому
You guys are awesome. Heading across contra to Wisconsin, from CA in May, and this info will be fantastic. Going to see my grandson graduate from high school. Times are hard right now so I didn’t give much ( you deserve much more) but I sure appreciated the info.. thanks again! 🙏❤️
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
We always appreciate your support! Glad you get to see family 🤗
@Lulu-122 11 місяців тому
Thank you both, very Much. Very Helpful!! Keep on trucking’!
@donnavernon7023 2 роки тому
Thank you so much for this great information. We are going to Ashville NC/Biltmore next week. Camping next to a river 😀 Love you both Carl and Nene ❣️ I look forward to Thursday.
@niceatrya3477 2 роки тому
We stayed there last year about this time. Awesome place, quick access to downtown, and all the breweries.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Have a wonderful time Donna!! 🤗
@thekittycatnetwork Рік тому
Biltmore House is amazing!
@emkat1821 2 роки тому
We just had pictures taken of our house to put it up on the market! We can't wait to be full time RVers! Your channel is amazing since we're newbies! Keep up the good work!
@RustyShackle1776 2 роки тому
Ours is under contract. Closing in a couple weeks and picking up our new travel trailer right afterwards. Safe travels!
@escapedtheratrace3408 2 роки тому
It’s a good life in an RV! Have fun, we have been free from our old house for 15 months now.
@rlin2648 2 роки тому
We have the same plan like two years out from now. These kids channel is great!
@juliepi-k1114 2 роки тому
Weird - same thing happened at my house today! Will full time for a year until he retires but looking forward to the adventure! Best of luck to your with the sale of your home and safe, happy travels!
@jimbobbojack9712 2 роки тому
Me too! Just living in a toy hauler on my parents property for a while. Garage space works great for my big dog and cat
@jtoepke9763 2 роки тому
Really enjoy your content so much camper friendly information that is not over technical but very useful. Some stuff we did not think of. Thank you
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
We appreciate that!
@DanaRoland Рік тому
You guys should make a list of these great little city/county parks. You guys rock.
@markfalcone6773 2 роки тому
Hey guys. Your channel has helped me so much in learning the rv life. I retire next year and my wife and I will be hitting the road in our Solitude 5th wheel. Thanks again for all your videos! Mark & Mary
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Congrats on your decision to go full-time!
@kenmcclow8963 Рік тому
It's good to ride a bike or fly a drone down some dirt roads before committing. Or zoom in with one of the satellite mapping apps on a phone ( if there is cell service).
@yorkiemom101 2 роки тому
Super informative! Thank you for the info!
@bobpurs 2 роки тому
Good info. Definitely some places to stay that I didn’t know or never thought of and good to have in case needed. Thanks for another great video 👍✊🏕
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Glad it was helpful!
@jaytabac6525 Рік тому
great video. i rarely if ever pay for camping. One place that i have really enjoyed that you did not mention are ski hill parking lots. May allow RV's to stay for free in the winter (if you are a winter camper), and in the summer, there is usually nothing going on there, so you have an enormous parking lot with gorgeous views. Same thing goes for golf course parking lots in the off-season. While driving through Michigan and Illinois late last fall, the courses were closed and were pretty much abandoned. That is not to say that you can park at the fancy expensive country clubs, but the public courses are vacant. I find the most important piece of information is to be smart, resourceful, and considerate. If you follow those 3 rules, you should be good about 99% of the time.
@amypletcher4411 2 роки тому
Thanks for these tips and discounts!! I don't think we are going anywhere this year but it is nice to know if we go on a long trip to stay overnight for the night before we get to our main location. It is probably premature to order a boom dockers welcome or a Harvest Host plan if we are only weekend warriors or week long vacation family or is it? Plus u said the price goes up and ur locked into that discount price, hopefully. I got a good Sam membership last year in June thinking we would get to use it the rest of the summer and beginning of the next year but it looks like we aren't.
@HappilyEverHanks 2 роки тому
Thank you Amy!! Yes, this will lock you into that specific price 😊 Best to you Amy, have a wonderful weekend!
@reyking9057 Рік тому
Thank you for the respect that you have for truck driver. I’m planing to get a fifth well to show my wife the beauty of this country. Thanks for the advice on the camp side I’m a trucker is a big deference. Keep with the good work and gob bless you both.😊
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