Camping In the Remote Areas of Nevada

We do have fun, there's no doubt about that, but should you also venture out into remote areas? In this video we leave our campsite in the Mount Grafton Wilderness area in Nevada and search out other possible boondocking locations. Featuring the Ward Mountain Charcoal Ovens.
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[@nature10879]

Great advice. I thought about this before when i start camping. An offroad bike would be my nice add on too. A pew pew is a must as well too.

[@Go4Corvette]

So nice to see those ovens are still okay and no one has messed with them. I remember these from when I was a kid and my Dad took me to see them. If your alternator fails use your power banks, you can wire in the 12V power to your battery and this will get you down the road many more miles. Don't forget that roll of duck tape for fixing hoses or even make a drive belt out of it. If a non-A/C belt is available for your model engine get one, if the A/C compressor bearing locks up you can just switch to the shorter belt. Seen this many times in the shop. Bailing wire, keep a small roll good for repairing many things. One time my Dad had a U-Joint go bad and he wired the drive shaft back up and it got us home. Also good for repairing broken exhaust hangers. Thanks for the tour.

[@gonagain]

That's a very good tip on carrying a non-AC belt, I'll see if I can find one.

[@williambingham2459]

Love your backroad adventures. Thanks. 😊

[@powderriver2424]

You've mentioned about boondock camping before, but your the only one I've ever heard speak about the "rules" of camping. I'm 53 now, but when I was a kid with my parents we went around the State of Wa. all the time hunting fishing and camping everyone camped like people call boondocking now. People are different now they don't understand the "Western" lifestyle and how people are, or were, there are so many transplants from elsewhere that they don't quite understand the separatist ways. I will say that if someone knew people were nearby camping and an emergency happened or somebody broke down nobody was ashamed to ask for help when your out in the wilderness you would help each other in that regard.

[@GraceCook-g1l]

That plant with the beautiful flower may be Jimson Weed. It will grow just about anywhere. Very undesirable.

[@ralphp3057]

Yeah, I hear that ! Camping is mostly glamping for the majority !

[@VincenzoDeMarco-k3w]

@@powderriver2424 Spot On.

[@stevec2665]

Those ovens were really cool. Fascinating history lesson, thanks.

[@pchts1]

Thank you for your videos, I haven’t seen the charcoal ovens in person since 1952 they look pretty much the way I remember them! I’m surprised that they haven’t been tagged in some fashion, also imagine going out South of Ely in a 1947 Studibaker without 4 wheel drive no satellite communicator just a bag of sandwiches and a picnic basket and a 1 gallon thermos with lemonade I believe we had and going and driving those back roads and that is what we did just about every Sunday afternoon we go exploring we lived in Ely for one year until dad got mountain sickness and we transferred to Chicago

[@gonagain]

Those are some great memories! The kilns are now a state park and have survived very well.

[@larryparson9609]

Thanks never knew about seep’s good to know Happy Trails Thanks 🙏🏼

[@rogertemple7193]

Nevada really has a lot of nice remote areas especially for camping and it is very beautiful in that part of Nevada, I'm really enjoying seeing these parts of the US, a lot interesting looking places there with the old remains of the log houses along the roads as always i really enjoy seeing your travels around the country, have a great weekend and take care, until next time thanks again Rick and Linda.🇺🇲🚌🚐🇺🇲

[@gonagain]

Thank you, Roger!

[@gonagain]

Thanks for watching! You take care as well, Roger.

[@jimnjele.bean-dayone3505]

Rick and Linda....you've done it again !!! Another great video....

[@gonagain]

Thank you, hope to see you on the next one!

[@robertshinazy3055]

A friend of mine Brian (The adventure van man) Gave me a great suggestion for dispersed camping. Have a long magnet on a rope and drag it around your campsite before you park to pick up any hidden nails. A lot of people burn old pallets that are loaded with nails save yourself from getting a flat tire.

[@gonagain]

That's a great idea!

[@stuartstuart866]

Ahh, cool, we were in that area just last year, stayed at the Ely KOA. It looks like you have gone away from propane and are embracing induction cooking. I love how fast they are

[@gonagain]

Saves a lot of gas too.

[@seymourrivers6169]

Absolutely fascinating episode. Isn’t it wonderful how the kilns are in such original condition after all these years

[@born2wander2]

Hi Folks , longtime subscriber here 😊. Yes you mentioned a lot of absolute necessities, you mentioned common sense . It's an Oxymoron because it's something a lot of people lack 😂. Old Boy Scout motto is Be Prepared. Enjoyed your video and keep em coming . I too am an older full-time nomad off-grid guy. ( 61 ) . I much prefer dispersed camping to being cramped in a space next to people. The whole idea of this lifestyle is peace and serenity & communing with nature . Be safe out there .

[@gonagain]

Thanks for sticking with us!

[@ralphp3057]

I agree totally! Most people are glampers nowadays!

[@H.pylori]

The thistle-like plant might be Argemone munita, a species of prickly poppy. Most other thistles have those spiney flowers whereas this one has white petals.

[@gonagain]

Thank you, the white flower it gets does look like a poppy!

[@lucindas2931]

A bucket of common sense (and listening to your partner) goes a long way. You can enjoy yourself and minimize your risk😁. Enjoy your channel!

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Nice video guys. Great message about being prepared too. I replace my Serpentine Belts long before they need to be replaced, and then put the old ones under the back seat in case of emergency. I also have a spare belt tensioner under there. Safe travels & God Bless ya both. JT

[@gonagain]

Thanks for the reminder, JT, I need to replace mine.

[@shirleyhall1924]

We recently finished our "out west" tour which lasted 6 weeks. Common sense is definitely our greatest asset. We also had a garmin communicator for emergencies because 85 percent of the time, we had no cell service, which was fine. Extra gas, water, food, meds, insured our safety. Alertness and intuition also helps, but that goes along with common sense. We had a blast but it wasnt our first time out. We learn something new every time. I appreciate your videos. My hubs and i enjoy them very much.

[@lindagolden9892]

🥾 I really enjoy how you and Linda traverse remote areas for camping which often afford your viewers hidden gems as well as pioneer dwellings long forgotten.

[@davidwall1045]

I also pull a trailer. I love areas similar to this. It's surprising where you can go pulling a trailer. You just go slow . Thanks for sharing my friends

[@SoonerGirlTravels]

I always look forward to sharing in these adventures with you guys. So much fun!

[@gonagain]

We're always glad to have you come along!

[@cotter9751]

Lovely update! I feel I always learn something from your adventures, Linda and Rick - and that's a pleasure. I wondered about the trees used for the cabins. Then you came across the charcoal ovens .. in use until all the trees were gone. I guess that explains trees for making the cabins, too.

[@jaystewart9947]

Thanks for sharing. Great looking area

[@MOTrav]

Fun places to explore! Good you didn’t have any traffic on that narrow road. Squeezing by could be difficult. Life looking for the perfect campsite and best temperatures. 👀

[@gonagain]

Sometimes it gets a little stressful trying to find a place to camp for the night, but we always seem to end up ok.

[@SonyaBayham]

Another Fanstic Friday. Beautiful scenery and common sense. And an idea of you where you want to land. Always takes you down the road. ❤

[@abcantiques777]

I always enjoy your videos. Aren’t you afraid of snakes and other wild critters? 5 STAR. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@gonagain]

Thank you for watching our videos and the 5 stars! We're always wary of the critters.

[@ralphp3057]

Another great camping video guys ! I see you mostly travel southbound a few hundred miles from your home base . Anyway, Thanks for sharing Rick & Linda .👍😁

[@gonagain]

During the Winter months we head further south. This particular video was taken during a trip to SD, NB, KS, NM, AZ, UT, NV and ID.

[@ralphp3057]

@@gonagain I see ! It’s kinda funny. I head north for cooler weather. I travel to Ga ,TN , NC,SC, TN , AR , etc . Thanks for your videos ! 😁👍

[@CollinsL]

Thankyou again for another good video, may God continue to bless you!

[@gonagain]

Thank you!

[@3generations393]

What a cool adventure. It's amazing the greed of man. They ran out of trees...😢

[@VincenzoDeMarco-k3w]

Howdy There. Yes, I'm overdue on this video but I was out of cell range to comment. I love this area and I appreciate that you have a special lust for the same terrain and how much it has to offer. It's Not for everyone, but That's the Trick because it keeps the Riff-Raff Away. Thank God there is So Much of this type of adventure waiting and waiting just for us. (I wish I had the knowledge to be able to fix my engine out in the field, but I don't. So, I as well have plenty of food n water to survive a month Just not enough Beer) Great Video. Rick and Linda, Thank You Always. Vincenzo Here. .

[@gonagain]

You and Romp be careful out there. Being out of cell range is the best. Sometimes. Keep us posted as to where you are when you do go out.

[@lkiraly58]

I love the bucket full of common sense discussion. I do so enjoy your videos! You both are informative and enjoyable to watch! Nevada has some impressive land to explore. 😊

[@quickeagle7308]

Great video!!!

[@jeffsoyk6994]

Thank You

[@MOTrav]

Did you take the fork in the road? 😄

[@skyepilotte11]

Another beutiful drive and camp in the middle of nowhere...thx

[@freeandhappy8562]

That looked like lots of fun.Thanks for taking us along!

[@earndoggy]

I know someone who was disperse camping and someone came in and set up right next to him, within feet. He did not confront them, just broke camp and left.

[@gonagain]

That's probably the best advice.

[@tangobravo8889]

Another excellent, informative, video 👍

[@gonagain]

Thanks 👍

[@williamrandall6472]

Tyvvm again Rick and Linda, for another amazing, educational, and scenic video.I for 1, absolutely appreciate all of your efforts to bring us awesome videos ❤

[@CITAP1]

A nice relaxing spot. That was a steep hill. Reminds me when we were driving to the top of Mt. Nebo, Nebo State Park by Lake Dardanelle. We had to drop down to 4 low to make it to the top. Take care...😊

[@GypsyJvan]

cool..thanks rick n linda..

[@GraceCook-g1l]

Hey Gonagain! I live in CT. New Hampshire used to allow roadside camping in the upper section years ago. My son and his wife used to set up a tent. Now you can't anymore. Roads are all posted. Campgrounds abound. Nice to get a video. Today didn't start so well so you made my day. That plant with the pretty white flower may have been Jimson Weed. It can grow just about anywhere. Very undesirable though. Did it have a nice scent?

[@gonagain]

No, we didn't smell anything. Others are saying it's a Crested Prickly Poppy.

[@dennispeltier6142]

Thank you for sharing😊😊😊😊😊

[@gonagain]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnmccann1234]

Another great video. Thank you for sharing your travels. We use a set of short traction boards for help with leveling (Never had to use them for getting unstuck...yet) but they are very very handy when trying to get level-ish. They help allot when the ground is soft. A+ on your bucket of "Common Sense".

[@najruqwi7008]

Those Char coal ovens are Kool 👍

[@LittleMo777.]

Y’all have showed me some areas of Nevada that I didn’t know existed. I thought it was flat desert!😊

[@gonagain]

Everyone gets that impression, but you find out different when you leave the basins and head into the mountains.

[@TM-ev2tc]

Has Linda tried to ride one of your e-bikes lately, and how is her foot doing. PS. Don't you wish they would have put a date somewhere on that cabin .

[@gonagain]

Thank you for asking about Linda's ankle. She's mostly ok, but her ankle gets sore after too long a hike on uneven terrain. She is one of those people who just can't ride a bike because of an equilibrium problem. Along those lines, we bought a new piece of equipment that we'll be featuring soon. I'm pretty sure the cabin was built before the ovens, judging by the availability of the trees.

[@charlipowers690]

Those are some pretty good sized logs; they must have had to bring those in from the lower elevation

[@johnhaug1747]

Broken arrowhead at 12:43 is fluted (grooved) like a Clovis or Folsom point. Prolly 9-13 thousand years old!

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

Hey Rick and Linda! Did you ever wonder where they got those logs to build that cabin? I have been to the Ward ovens. I wondered if those were not the originals but were built later. Why? No black residue on the interiors from huge, slow fires…

[@gonagain]

That's an interesting point; the charcoal ovens we've seen besides those didn't have any black residue on the inside either.

[@skylinegtr-gd2lg]

Fun video and nice scenery once again! Rick . . . where's your e-bike or is this not a trip for it?

[@gonagain]

I have a new bike that you'll be seeing soon!

[@GeoSentinel]

While buckets offer the best value, most would benefit from even the smaller, point-of-use containers of that valuable resource!

[@777cretbo]

Great Video!!

[@GraceCook-g1l]

Are those kilns made of hewed rocks or adobe? Loved the dugout. A friend of mine grew up in one of those, sorta. They called it the cellar hole. Cement basement with beams and flooring boards covered in half lap. The rest of the house was built about twenty years later after the CT legislature outlawed it. Otherwise probably would still be a cellarhole.😂

[@gonagain]

Those kilns are made of hewn stone.

[@jessesumrall2449]

Have you ever thought about putting jacks at the rear corners of your trailer to level it? I have a camping trailer that I did that to and with them and the same type on the tongue I can jack the whole trailer off the ground. It sure makes it easy to level the trailer. The jacks are removable for travel. I got them at harbor freight and I think they are 1500 lb jacks.

[@gonagain]

I've thought about the ones that are instantly removeable so that they don't get damaged when going over harsh terrain. It's not a bad idea.

[@jessesumrall2449]

@@gonagain it sure makes it easy to level your trailer and only takes a couple of minutes to take off or put on.

[@thevideostump46239]

Rick I swear that looked like peyote.. Growing up, i learned to respect mother nature just at watching Marlin Perkins and Mutual of Omaha's "Wild Kingdom" and "The Wonderful World of Disney" on a 3 channel TV.! Don't see much of that with alot of younger folks...

[@gonagain]

We remember watching Mutual of Omaha, the good old days of TV! We looked that plant up and turns out, it's a crested prickly poppy.

[@georgewashington938]

My family uses the bucket for something else ;-)

[@kevinholland4156]

I was under the impression; that when it is posted as Wilderness Area; you weren't supposed to have internal combustion engines and the only means of travel was a single horse or a horse and wagon. It's best to get in touch with the Forest Service or the local BLM office to find out what the rules are for traveling in a Wilderness Area.

[@lkiraly58]

I am no expert for sure, but I did find this regarding Wilderness designated areas: : Is motorized transportation (cars, bikes) totally prohibited in wilderness areas? A: No. But the Wilderness Act allows the use of vehicles where necessary to ensure the health and safety of people.

[@gonagain]

Each area is different, but generally speaking you are allowed on roads and can camp within 50 feet of the road. Be sure not to confuse a Wilderness Area with a Wildlife Refuge, which is totally different.

[@alvisjenkins1305]

Rick, where in Nevada do you see goat heads, the kinds you get stuck in your tires ?

[@gonagain]

We were south of Battle Mountain at a BLM camping area.

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

That seep would be a great place to set up a blind…

[@tlnelson7598]

You forgot a spare engine. haha

[@gonagain]

I'll add one to my kit!

[@dennisverville3571]

Where did they get the big timbers to build that cabins,

[@mtkids3558]

Crested prickly poppy

[@Blackopsmechanic338]

👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@doskraut]

No idea what a polenta was so had to Google it.

[@gonagain]

Think Cream of Wheat, except it's corn.

[@taj-ma-haul9094]

Like# 1

[@gonagain]

Woohoooo! Thanks!

[@taj-ma-haul9094]

@@gonagain Woohoooooooooooo!

[@taj-ma-haul9094]

@@gonagainyou know this is Paul, I moved to my channel’s channel…

[@marvinsmith1393]

The advice regarding preparedness gives me the idea to not go out and explore. I can't afford a Garmin in a range, I can't change a serpentine belt, fuel filter or alternator. Even if I did have all the parts I don't have the skill level to work on a car engine. So where does that leave me now?

[@gonagain]

That's where the common sense part comes in. Make sure your car is in top condition before you venture out to begin with and, as I said in the video, know when to turn around, not letting yourself get into dire situations in the first place. Bring plenty of food and water. Changing a serpentine belt is easy, learn how. A satellite communicator can be purchased for under $200, the cost of two tanks of gas. That's cheap insurance and if you get stuck you'll wish you had that.

[@ralphp3057]

My advice to you is just go to state parks ! Don’t go boon docking. Just an opinion!😬

[@douglaswhite1306]

Some of your video was Jerry and low resolution.

[@gonagain]

Sorry about that and I'm looking into what went wrong.

[@seymourwrasse3321]

the sod house at 18:00 must have been hard to build, or there were larger trees in the area back then

[@gonagain]

There were a lot more trees before those kilns started operating. The cabin was very close to the kilns.

[@seymourwrasse3321]

@@gonagain I figured that