A wildlife surprise you won't believe || Maggie's favorite so far

We needed a Friday/Saturday near Tampa... everything was booked. We chose Lake Kissimmee State Park just to fill in until we could get to our next big destination. It turned out TO BE THE NEXT BIG DESTINATION! We had a blast. So much wildlife and beauty.
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[@ladikmk]

Those foil packets were our favorite meals camping years ago. Have you ever tried just throwing whole Idaho potatoes right into the fire? They will look like a big charcoal briquet when they’re done, and taste like heaven when you crack them open. Kissimmee is such a beautiful, peaceful park. The Report Card is great and will definitely be a big help to others who might be interested in traveling to parks you’ve been to. Safe travels, stay well and hugs for sweet Maggie.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Yes, we have put potatoes on the fire but we’ll have to do it again soon. They are really good. Thanks for the reminder.

[@larryvincent2098]

Well done well done Owen and Lynn well done. Just a beautiful and amazing Channel to watch and I thank you for for taking me with the three of you . Also love the scenery!! As always BS & BK & BC !!!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you Larry. We always appreciate you following along and leaving us such positive comments.

[@lorilielundell4902]

We always called them hobo meals(the foil packets), so yummy and easy.

[@littlerascal6112]

That’s what we called them in Ohio.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I have heard them called hobo meals but it had slip my mind. We love making them, there are so many great variations.

[@dandial3733]

Make sure you keep an eye out for Eastern Diamond Back Rattlesnakes. Every thanksgiving we stay there with a group of friends. There's always at least 1 sighting, sometimes right in the campground and the rangers have to remove it.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Wow, we did not realize that while we were there. Thanks for the heads up.

[@karenhicks7816]

Good morning 😊you can’t quit, you are my Sunday morning exercise buddies. We live to rv and love watching your travels. Happy camping while I lift the weights.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

That’s awesome to hear. Glad we can entertain you while you exercise.

[@FromShetoMe]

One more thing I think you should add to your checklist is whether there are gators. 😮

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the suggestion. We’ll try to add that😂.

[@greygooseadventures5212]

Another great video. We loved the deer coming into our campsite at Lake Kissimmee. The slow motion of the bird was my money shot today. Glad y’all are having fun. Miss you guys!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Hello my dear friends. We miss you too. Thanks so much for the comment.

[@ncwomanparker1708]

Wow that is a wonderful state park! Lol poor Maggie, all of those critters and she couldn't chase them all!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I felt bad for Maggie too. All those critters were driving her crazy. But it was fun to watch.

[@sherriweber7105]

That was so cute Maggie seeing the deer and the armadillo. Nice seeing those people you ran into camping with you. They have a cute dog. Dogs sure do love filling around in the dirt. That meal looked good too. You both are great cooks.

[@sherriweber7105]

I meant to say fooling around in the dirt sorry!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I wish Maggie would do a lot less fooling around in the dirt… she gets so dirty and carries it with her in the van. O well she’s just a dog.

[@christinaputney659]

What can I say? In these crazy times you guys are a great escape. My dad lives in Kissimmee but not close enough to the park for us to warrant staying there instead of his place. Once we're at his house we rarely go anywhere because the traffic is so bad. He's got a pool and lake so it's very relaxing. One day we're going to tackle this list of Florida State Parks you've recommended but until then we love getting out on the weekends and enjoying nature like you two. Happy Tails to you both and Go Eagles! Sorry, I have to say that because of where I live.😆🦅🚐

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I don’t think I would leave your dads either, sounds really nice. Thanks so much for sharing your comment and for following along with us.

[@WeberIMayRoam]

Florida gal here... it's Kuh-SIM-mee. Glad to see y'all continuing to showcase my gorgeous state! We aren't all tanned bodies and white beaches :)

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the help with pronunciation. We love your state and all it has to offer especially all the wonderful state parks.

[@joycemoses2411]

Awesome shot of the bird fishing! Thank you for sharing your travels and reviews!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome and thank you for watching.

[@debbizill9835]

This was the park we did our shake down trip after purchasing our RV, only 1.5 from us and it's a whole different world. We love this campground and been back and will again.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It’s a good place to do a shake down. Glad you like it too.

[@kathyball554]

Thank you so much for taking us with you. This has been my favorite park. Smoked sausage, cabbage, potatoes and onions make a great foil pack also. Happy camping.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the foil pack suggestion, we’ll have to give it a try.

[@martyemerick4687]

Love the new rating system you guys have created. One of the amenities that we rate highly is bathroom cleanliness, how hot the shower get as well as the water pressure. Keep up the great work, guys!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the suggestion of adding the bathroom to the rating system. We will try to add that in upcoming videos.

[@jerlynhill4074]

Good morning 🌅, you guys know that I am always waiting for new videos, loving this one with my pup pup Maggie 🐶, smile

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

So glad you enjoyed it. You comment is much appreciated.

[@richardcoyle2635]

Nice video. Maggi sure did love her stay. Loved the wildlife.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Maggie does love when there’s wildlife to chase around.

[@richardburguillos3118]

Another great adventure. Thanks for sharing the joy.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are welcome and thank you for watching.

[@jeancambra8036]

I am sad for your loss. I bought my chair because I saw it on your channel. I hope I can sit in it in all the beautiful amazing places you sat your happy butt in that chair. 😆

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was a sad loss for us, we have use those chairs for many years. I hope yours serves you well.

[@user22162]

Thank you so much for the valuable information on every park you visit.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome and thank you so much for watching.

[@juanitasellshouses]

Such a great video! I've never seen an armadillo that close up. Thanks for all the wildlife video! Walking in that field?? Hmm, fear of snakes and gaters would give me pause! But it was beautiful!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you! We appreciate you watching.

[@rogerokelley]

We cannot get out to see this so thank you for sharing this 👍👍

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome and thank you for following along.

[@itchingtogo7362]

Looks like another new place for me to visit!! 😝 Thanks so much!!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@paulettehatfield2266]

Hobo meals for the win. They are on our menu for our camping trip this weekend. Yummy

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

They are going to be one of our go to’s.. there are so many ways you can make them.

[@chasinsunsets2725]

Loved the video today. Looks like a great park to put on the wishlist. We really like your rating system and the categories. Your camera work was fantastic as usual.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for your kind comment.

[@swansodi]

I really enjoy your videos and journeys.... Loved this one too!!!!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much! We appreciate you watching.

[@judystreich7333]

Good morning from “almost spring” in Mich. 😉. Just looking for the positives, and beautiful sunshine today, balmy 40’s. Following your state park adventures is a great way to beat the winter blues, I look forward to Sunday mornings with you and the Princess, she is priceless 🐕❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day this Tuesday.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

So glad you are with us this morning. Happy Valentine’s Day to you too. Have a wonderful week.

[@lisarobison3395]

Good morning! We love making Hobo Packets! They aren't just for camping. We have them here at home too. We use the hamburger patties you get at Costco. 😁👍

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Costco patties are a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@pattyk8594]

Another great video thanks for sharing! We love state parks best too for the reasons you said.

[@susanstrickland6774]

So true, that is one of the most beautiful parks, of the many. Agree with your report card of KSP. It is a bit away from the city, but that way you get to see more wildlife. Maggie sure liked that. Nice the subs met yall. Careful of rattlers, and ticks. Gator mating season end of April, sometimes a lil later. They can get aggressive. Wekiwa Springs, Blue Springs, Silver Springs, Johnathan Dickinson, Manatee Springs, Myakka, and Torreya are very nice. Really, you can't lose, lol. Enjoyed 🙂👍

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for all the great suggestions. We are headed to Torreya today. We appreciate you watching.

[@susanstrickland6774]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle Enjoy!!

[@littlerascal6112]

I made those dinners for my wife and me the other day, only in our oven. They are delicious.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I never thought about doing them in the oven. We’ll try that. That’s for the suggestion.

[@David-jo4gt]

Looks like we found our check out run for Sherman the Roadtrek. Ask Maggie if she wants to join us. You are a gifted photographer and the music was perfect thank you for finding this state park and showing it to us. Looks like a good place for a Van Trekking lifestyle meet up. Happy tails and safe travels.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

A campground would be a great place for a meetup, if we could reserve a group campsite. Thanks for the suggestion. We may have to do that next time.

[@mikemanjo2458]

Wow! Y'all just keep getting better and better! Beautiful scenery and my kind of humor! So much love from SC, your friend, Jane ❤️🙏

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you Jane. We appreciate you following a long. Have a wonderful week.

[@gracegarden1]

Armadillos!! I've been wanting to see an armadillo in nature (and a flamingo) but they have alluded me so far. Maggie seemed to love Lake Kissimmee, too. Was this park very pet friendly? Thanks for sharing such a beautiful episode. Peace & Prayers.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Yes, the park was dog friendly. We took Maggie everywhere we went with the exception of the water and we could have taken her there we were just being cautious.

[@AmericaBound]

Beautiful Park, maybe it's time to get Maggie a puppy to play with....lol

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I don’t think Maggie would like another puppy. She likes being the queen.

[@denisesims7574]

We stayed here also and your rating is right on. If Verizon had better coverage here it would be a lot better. We liked how private the site we were on was (24). The bathrooms are in the middle and the sites are around them. We would go back too!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for sharing your perspective of the park also.

[@kjlcycler]

Harbor Freight has a nice camp chair with side table and some pockets under $30

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the suggestion but Owen has his eye on a stargazing chair.

[@sandrap3047]

All that wildlife is driving Maggie crazy! So neat that you get to meet your subscribers when you travel! Their chihuahua was too cute! I lost my sweet chihuahua two weeks ago. I'm lost without her! Daisy was almost 18. So grateful for the time I had with her! Was hoping she would make it until I bought a van and started traveling, but it wasn't meant to be!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

So sorry to hear about your Daisy, I totally understand you feeling lost. You have a great attitude being grateful for your time with her, 18 years is a long time and I’m sure she had a great life.

[@sandrap3047]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle thank you! Love your sweet Maggie a little extra for me!

[@saltysteveandmisfitmichele]

We had that same site in December, loved it. But did not like the 4ft rattlesnake that crossed the open part at the rear.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Wow, I wouldn’t like the snake either. Glad we didn’t see any…. I like your name.

[@douglaslambert579]

As usual, awesome video!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you, we appreciate you watching.

[@teenathomas8562]

Welcome to Polk County FL! This is our backyard! I was disappointed that you didn’t visit the Cow Camp, it’s very educational and fun! Would have loved to see y’all. Maybe next time 😊

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We wanted to. Only open on weekends now. We had to leave to head over to our meet up. But we've been before and loved it.

[@suefletcher6688]

What a fun and beautiful video! Maggie’s talking brought a smile to my face.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Aaaah. See you soon. 😂👍

[@lauragarmon6969]

Your rating system is just what we need for our trip planning. Thanks for figuring it out. Also, we really enjoy your vlogs because you go to places we haven’t yet visited and give a really good feel of what we could see and do when we arrive. Excellent work!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

So glad you are finding the rating system and the videos helpful. That make us happy.

[@thomasbowdler8856]

Reminds me of a joke. Couple in a restaurant arguing how to pronounce... is it KISS i me or kis IM ee? Asked server to say name of place very slowly so they could get it. She replied Burr....Gerr....King.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

😂 love it!

[@queenbear4581]

Playmates for Maggie.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Ha ha. They did keep her and us entertained.

[@loiskeene1355]

Try Kissimmee Prairie State Park while in the area.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the suggestion, we will put it on the list for next time.

[@mikefarrell5996]

Well done Mother Nature. So true, love those moments. Looks like a perfect lake for those Oru Kayaks. Will have to add this park to our list. Have you tried Clearwater Lake Recreation Area, It's in Paisley, Fl. (Ocal Forest) One of my favorites. No hookups, bath house is nice, friendly staff. Not close to much, VZ cell signal -1 bar, but the walk around the lake (2 miles), the Sandhill Cranes calling in the morning, and a nice mountain bike trail at the entrance, it is a sweet place, The mountain bike trail is doable on your fat tire ebikes. You can do 10 or 20 miles. I was self-propelled and was quite happy with the 10 miles , actually exhausted. LOL A camper next to me, not nearly as fit as you two, did it on his ebike in about and 70 minutes. Ebikes help alot. Your National Park Pass gets you a nice discount here as well. Forget weekends, but Sunday thru Wednesdays, check it out. Specia place,

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the great suggestion of Clearwater Lake, we will check it out.

[@vancampingsundowner5028]

Agree with you a 100% on Kissimmee State Park been going there for years live about 20 minutes away kept boat at Camp Mack, next time your in area try and airboat trip from Camp Lester just around the corner, good people there Leo owns it. Though I’d run across you guys one of these winters keep being just behind or ahead of you it seems. Have fun on your travels in Fl… P.S. Try staying on some of the BLM lands here in Fl. as well, not as crowded as state parks on weekdays if you want some quite time.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We’ll try the air boat ride next time. Thanks for the suggestion. What’s the best way to find BLM land in Florida?

[@vancampingsundowner5028]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle P.S. You can launch your kayaks there on the old Kissimmee river very slow current there.

[@sherriweber7105]

I would do it that way on ratings too with the amenities. Rate them. I would stay there too since it’s a great park to stay at. Thank you for thus video. See you both soon!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks. It is one of our fav Florida State Parks for sure.

[@michaelbecnel63]

Fire and light jacket at night, shorts in the day sounds like a winner to me. Way out in the boonies is a plus too............Happy Trails🦮

[@robertparry3476]

Another great video well produced and useful info as always. Your aluminum foil dinner took me back to my Scoutmaster days teaching boy scouts how to make those - one of their favorites. One question I have when you get out in the bayous in those paper this kayaks is what is Plan B when you come face to face with a Gator?

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We just took the kayaks out on the Mayaka river and saw 42 gators. We just kept on paddling. They do really bother you if you don’t bother them. So far we have not had any problems.

[@raybetts3795]

Love to cook like that. We always called them hobo packets. Another great video. Owen, how many years has it been, since I met you in the Zion parking lot in Greensboro? You were competing to go to Memphis for the blues event.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Wow! 15 years now I bet.

[@raybetts3795]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle that’s what I was thinking. Time sure flies by.

[@ricksmith6537]

U need to take dance lessons n have ur wife n dog do the happy dance lol!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I’m not sure I could get Owen to take lessons but it’s worth a try.