RV Trip on the Loneliest Highway to Flaming Gorge River

[@CarolynsRVLife]

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[@queentatonka]

I am not that Carolyn!!

[@AllyMcFancysp1xn]

I'm sure you get more unsolicited advice than you need, but I have to add my 2 cents worth. On a long road trip a few years back, the small crack in my windshield went from 0 to 60 in about a month. I ignored it, thinking I'd get it fixed when I returned home, and I paid dearly for that. On an interstate (yeah, had to for a bit), I was passed by a long-haul truck that kicked up a rock that caused my windshield to "explode" -- inward -- and I was in the ditch the next thing I knew. The windshield was almost completely GONE! I was injured, my dog was injured, and my wallet was injured. The next time I saw even a small bullet-hole crack, I immediately got it fixed. Lesson learned the hard way. I know you like to live free, and don't appreciate "meddlers," but there are some things that you cannot put off or ignore because they just might cause you (and Sadie!) great harm. I love your channel, I love your sense of self-sufficiency, I love your rebel attitude! Take good care & be very safe xoxo

[@jmubreader]

As a former auto glass installer for 26 years, I was really surprised when they release the vehicle that quickly . 20 some years ago when I was doing it, we had to hold the vehicle for 4 to 8 hours depending on what the temperature was outside. Yes, it does need to sit and cure. If it’s still loose when you leave, I would go to a different company. They obviously don’t know how to install glass. It needs to be completely removed and reinstalled with fresh urethane and allowed to cure. Another thing we used to do is put tape around the windshield to body area and have the customer peel it off the next day just to prevent any movement at all.

[@aliceinoregonland3942]

There are so many helpful people with such great knowledge! That info will help a lot of others as well!

[@cindypalmatier5962]

Thanks for taking me with in this video! My Twin brother used to hitch hike out west all the time, ever since the 1970s, his favorite state was Utah too, expeshally Salt Lake. God rest his soul! One day my son who's handicap and me will get a RV and go there too! Thanks again!!🎉

[@AMMandrea123]

Me too Cindy! I was working in Vernal UT and used to hitch hike alone to Flaming Gorge every weekend.

[@alexandrakozub2501]

Your not alone lol DEER

[@alexandrakozub2501]

The deer are wondering what you doing there on gods land and probably thinking wonder if she has something to eat lol

[@alexandrakozub2501]

Sadie so cute with her paws up on dash checking everything out. AWESOME

[@alexandrakozub2501]

That’s GODS COUNTRY ENJOY ITS YOURS TOO THANKS FOR SHARING

[@netty10453]

This is my summer , following Carolyn catching up on 7 years of videos….learned a lot

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thanks 😊

[@skyangelthefan]

I’m a FA ✈️…Mountain time is my favorite time zone. Plus, the views are peaceful.

[@mariondiemert430]

At 54 min. How beautiful! I am always so happy to see that when you leave a camping spot, it is sparkly clean. You rock. Hugs to you and Sadie.

[@drph.d353]

Amazing travels as i watch Carolyns from day one to now year after year live so many different lives~!

[@Lore67]

YIPEEEE! Utah is my Home ,,every morning i look out my front window and see the beautiful mountains ,,salt Lake city is a great city

[@RussellNollenMusic]

Thank you for sharing this! ❤

[@debliedel]

OMG! Don't know how I missed this video! So glad I found it! I know where I'm going on my next vacation! Thanks, Carolyn! Absolutely beautiful!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

You are so welcome!

[@lynzeemckay3722]

Hi Carolyn, I don’t know if you have moved on from from Utah and heading towards Washington State but I live on the dry side in the Tri-Cities (Richland) we have a lot of free parking along the Columbia River and a great low fee place all grass and choice of no hookups clean bathrooms and hardly ever has more the a few campers it’s kind of hidden away and a sort walk to the Wenatchee River. We are very close to Canada, Montana, Idaho, Oregon some beautiful camping in all these states. You and Sadie more then welcome to a long hot shower or spa tub and to use my laundry. My first trip to the RTR is that right? Can’t remember the name … I wanted to meet you and Capone but it was the year you missed must of been 2019 or 2020 as Covid came along after that. When I was thinking about buying a travel trailer you where the first person I started watching on KZbin to find out what I needed to know. Also when you were planning your trip to New Zealand I mentioned I used to live there actually for 14 years my 2 kids started school there and finished school there and they went back to Australia to get jobs in Sydney. The few times I have talked to you here I signed off New Zealand Lynzee to help you to remember me as I don’t comment to often. Anyway you’re welcome to use my facilities and I’ll show you and Sadie some great spots to overnight. I just lost my two dogs Shy the year before last she was 17 and my little Izzy last December he was 16 I knew he was old and thought I was prepared but the loss was terrible still getting over it so I understand how bad it was when you lost Huck. Let me know if you do get to my neck of the woods. NZ Lynzee

[@RedRoadgifts]

Catching up on lots of your videos, glad you are still on after the 6 years I watched you. Safe travels Carolyn.

[@dianaj3139]

Utah is one of my favorite places to visit... doesn't hurt that I have a friend that lives there. But it's also among my favorites because as a kid my family drove through so many states on our cross-country trips during my dad's 3 week vacations... Thanks for the memories :)

[@Nathan-g8q1p]

👍 great job on filming the mountains I've never seen them look more majestic.. beautiful

[@RosaCODA]

Interesting with beautiful scenery as well as keeping it real, the windshield issues. Captivated from start to finish!!

[@lolasaxby1399]

Wow!beautiful thanks for sharing!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you too

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Hi Lola, I'm happy you enjoyed it!

[@priscillawrites6685]

I had a windshield replaced. The shop told me to go home, park the car, cover the windshield to protect it from weather, and don’t drive for 2 days. They were right.

[@witchisyours4592]

Yes! That's what I was told also. It needs time to set

[@lisarichards3853]

I had my windshield replaced and they told me to let it sit and cure for 2 days. I gave it 3 and it's great. Although I had it done in June also.

[@katewebber1131]

What a great life for a dog. Clever music. ❤.

[@Krisbeairsto]

The mountains always look so beautiful out west. They just take my breath away.

[@rhondatraywick3724]

Beautiful video! Safe travels to you and Sadie! 😄

[@Chichiknits2017]

Hi, 👋🏼 thank you for the wonderful views of the mountains. Gorgeous x10. While watching I crochet and got a kick out of the sheep. 🐑. I love them 😍. They put some of my clothes on my back and blankets on my lap. lol Enjoy and stay safe ❤😊

[@micheleharper4276]

It's absolutely stunning. I love your videos.

[@amstergal]

Thank you, Carolyn for such a beautiful video. I needed to "escape" big time and this really helped. I'm sorry though for all the windshield issues and hope all good now. I appreciate all the time you spent filming and editing showing us this incredible, gorgeous scenery.

[@dianaj3139]

I came back to say THANK YOU for the recipe ideas... I have always loved Quinoa in salads, and this was a terrific recipe!

[@cameliaterrellservantofJesus]

Omg stunning views. Your channel is my favorite now.

[@AlexandraKozub-tp7fe]

Wow mountains gorgeous huge!!!!!!!!!!

[@karendotson230]

Beautiful video! Thank you for taking us with you! 😊

[@kennethgardner3090]

I have mixed feelings on this one. This video was awesome. As one of your fans who would like to meet you one day, I'm camping seventy miles north of Salt Lake city. I also loved you filming the roads. Some of them I've been on. Thank you again.

[@judithdavis7437]

Absolutely love this part of your trip!! Never seen any part of the west!Just in the movies

[@csmoothsk8ter17]

Great video Carolyn❣❣

[@TeresaOMalley-i9v]

Carolyn you brighten my day!

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Carolyn...this video is absolutely excellent! Definitely one of my favorites. You took us to so many beautiful places. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Thank you for sharing your wonderful journey. Looking forward to enjoying the rest of your travels. 👍😁♥️

[@jeannettefreeman9023]

Yay Carolyn and Sadie! Was hoping for a video drop soon. Thanks for sharing your lives with us and taking us on your adventures ❤️

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Our pleasure!

[@allencheck501]

Hi carolyn ,enjoyed the trip for the second time!

[@HildaHickey]

wow you are not kidding! It is awesome! The rock mountains where you got out and walked around were so neat. I saw faces on the mountainside. Nature is so great!

[@kellyk1958]

Wow, you were less than 1/4 block from my house when you got the window fixed in salt lake. You used the same dump station I use when I get home from trips. So close to my house. I could have treated you to lunch and Sadie to treats. Someday we will meet up. Enjoy your time in the mountain west.

[@tzinanechumah]

Beautiful. Thank you, for taking us all along with you. :D

[@kathyrenee589]

William Least Heat Moon - just read Blue Highways last fall and loved it!

[@StaciJones-q4o]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@maryswanson9982]

I didn’t think I was OCD until I saw your windshield! 😂

[@jackmckarson6271]

Thanks!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you very much for the tip Jack!

[@gerriannebreck1369]

“Screw it we’ve got time, let explore it”. Hell yes! Describes your adventures perfectly. Great video! Love to see you in your element and leaning into your curious nature! ❤

[@alicejump2290]

Like you trees make me happy! Fine trip, sorry about windshield!

[@kastlight59]

Thank you for the video! Excellent as always. Love the music and food prep!

[@MsCar2008]

Very nice video, thank you.

[@michaelzorro2738]

Beautiful landscapes... Thank you for sharing.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Many thanks!

[@karakoppanyi3845]

What beautiful scenery. I could almost smell the pines. Loved this video!

[@maryb7034]

BEST RIDE EVER THANK YOU

[@enlightenedlight2902]

So funny, I'm the same way. "Trees" I swear the more I watch you the more I swear we were sisters in a past life. I'm so glad I found your channel. I've always felt I was weird. No one I know is like me or I should say us. From the way you are prefer to be far away from other people, to just getting away in nature alone, to the way you eat. I'm vegan too.

[@tammyspangler1834]

Way to go Carolyn!❤

[@wendymaclean6364]

Thanks again for taking us along with you 😊

[@HortenseToliaferro]

Glady you’re back in the US

[@aliceinoregonland3942]

When you grabbed the frozen towel! 😂😂😂

[@Hoshigirl0704]

I enjoyed this trip and the Mountains and rivers and also all the 🌲 trees. Sharing lunch with you. Carolyn you are fun and all the historical things on the way you take time to tell us. Those ⛰️ mountains were beautiful. Good Blessings ❤

[@AlexandraKozub-tp7fe]

Yeaaaaahoo glad your windshield good

[@barbarajeanne8351]

A week late watching this but super enjoyable 😄

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you enjoyed it! Better late than never. Thanks 😊

[@danajensen2935]

Great video, Carolyn! I really enjoyed seeing Flaming Gorge - my folks used to camp there in the 80’s and they found fruit trees in random areas so would glean fruit on their travels. You captured the beautiful scenery so well and I really appreciate you sharing it with us! Safe travels!

[@Bonnie-n3o]

Hi Carolyn, I, too drive in the middle of the road...why not with noone around...I love the way your comments head off the do-gooders :) glad you having the time of your life...until next time, Bonnie Eureka CA 🎉

[@ronnyfoulk1858]

Thanks for such a wonderful trip and glad you are back and feeling better.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

You're very welcome Ronny!

[@kimsmart9359]

Flaming Gorge is beautiful!

[@philguziar1408]

Great travel video, amazing sights. Wish i were there. Safe travels to you I'll be watching.

[@grumpybear5305]

Any time zone that provides me a pretty view and peace and quiet 🤫 😌 ✨️ ☺️ 👌 😊

[@veronicalodge25]

My tour guide to all the places I'd like to go 🛣

[@HappyLife693]

I enjoy your videos for many reasons, one is the information that you share while traveling in the area. I can see the area in real time and learn about its history or other interesting facts.

[@COASTIEMOM27]

Another great video.

[@inaheap7172]

string beans make great snack while watching TV. For me anyhow. I just gotta watch I don't over do.

[@richarddunn4045]

Thank you for this great episode.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ImsunaSong-gw2gs]

Yes..your suppose to let it sit and cure. Love the drive!❤

[@HannaloreJohnson]

That was amazing!! And yes I have always thought those small ledge's in the mountains side would be a great place to camp at!! Thank you for the ride along!! It was great!! Loved it!!

[@resinartbycatherine6314]

I don't know if you have a portable blender but a little bit of cilantro olive oil garlic and spinach makes a scrumptious dressing! I LOVE your life❤

[@annarmartin2713]

Thanks for this wonderful road-trip, I know exactly where you were.l spent a night in Green River ,WY and would love todo the geology tour through the Flaming River Gorge. On that same trip I took a 50 mile trip south of 80 in ID to a bird sanctuary along the Snake River. A very memorable side trip. Your videos take me to familiar and new places and that feels great. Thanks.

[@victoriagoingforit6183]

I watched all of this video and enjoyed it very much! Thank you. I'm with you. I like trees too and especially pine trees. I hope to visit that area sometime. Appreciated your tips too.

[@kentuckylucky5762]

Waggle a good idea!!! Will get one after i get an rv

[@WhiteTulip22]

Sometimes a person just doesn't feel like chopping. I try to chop in advance and while I'm chopping I sit and watch something interesting on my computer. The ducks honking made my dog jump up and look out the window, lol.

[@HappyLife693]

I love the campsite in Flaming Gorge.

[@todddewey7218]

I was born in Salt Lake City, lived in Tooele. Behind the 76 truck stop. It wasn't there then. Actually that is called Lake Point.

[@esthermcdonald2297]

It is always fun traveling with you

[@LSChestersMom]

Great video! One thing I have learned is to be patient and do things the right way has saved my serenity and more cost effective :) For me there is never any rush. I love a slow life. :) It's okay for other people to camp :)

[@RaivenBC]

At least you recognize that it is your issue and not the fault of the other campers. They definitely parked a respectful distance away from you.

[@sally_forth]

Thanks for taking us along. Every time I’ve tried iOverlander for boondocking it’s been an epic fail. Based on your experience I may have to give it another go.

[@barbrabrurrier7548]

Such beautiful sites you shared

[@AlexandraKozub-tp7fe]

That’s wild man thank god no more dinosaurs could you imagin waking up to see a dinosaur o thank you lol

[@Kimmbberr]

Speaking as Sadie's lawyer, we wish to file a motion stating that there is no such thing as having too many treats. LOL My goodness this is a gorgeous video.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

🤣🤣🤣

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Hilarious!! :-)

[@grumpybear5305]

I've had several windshields replaced by safelite auto glass ..80% on time..respectful time..2 of the windshields where in my car and cost me nothing..insurance took care of it..company insurance took care of ones in semi trucks 🚚 😊😊😊😊😊

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

great armchair travel for me! thanks and hugs!🦌💌❤️🚙

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@poges]

Everything looks so dry. I see snow so guess this is awhile ago. I live on the Westcoast of Canada and much prefer green all year. But you gotta love rain. Enjoy your summer Carolyn.

[@cherylsibson2529]

yeah Green trees is great, hope you find what your looking for Carolyn hugs!

[@JKART-do5jc]

I replaced my windshield on my 04 sprinter, but pretty sure I let it sit in driveway for a while. So far so good, years later. I had to take out at home, sand down the rust and prime and paint. Installers came to house, they were awesome. Good luck with that windshield. I loved that flaming gorge area. Had some great times up in that area. Dinosaur National Monument is worth seeing, not far.

[@xstanadu]

Luv that you have waggle for your beautiful Sadie 😇 you have a talent for finding the most beautiful areas And peace and quiet ~ The scenery is amazing ~ enjoy and stay safe 😇congrats on getting a new windshield 👏👏😀Glad ya got the windshield fixed a 2nd time ‼️ and the bakery OMG yum 😋…..Geesh …. The windshield still shaky ?!! ! Guess the old cracked one wasn’t so bad ! 🥴 I relate to the patience part . Salad looked so great . PS … thank you for your background research information always making it more interesting . ⭐️

[@marlenemanzer1170]

I would be the same way if I were traveling in an RV. I love my privacy! Thanks for the entertaining video!

[@thelifeandtimesofcrazypatr699]

I really think when you have a windshield replacement, you are not supposed to drive for 24 hours. Just closing the doors can put pressure on the windshield and push it forward.

[@grumpybear5305]

Nice tomatoes 🍅 😊

[@cynthiam3319]

Flaming Gorge is amazing. I want to do it again. ☮️

[@genekied]

Been in the Dutch John/Flaming Gorge area many times and always enjoyed it. I-80 in not the route I would chose to travel east on, regarded by many as one of the worst stretches of Interstate in the Country, both in terms of danger during Spring/Winter/Fall weather and sheer boredom. I know your postings are about a month behind so You may agree or disagree based on the experience. 🤠

[@Splash99]

If I had a pet and lived the nomad life, Waggle would be a priority. MT time zone is my favorite as well. Pacific gives me a detached feeling. Love all your video's Carolyn. Thanks for all your info, discounts and adventures. Checker boarding should be illegal.

[@jean-paulmorin913]

You can sometimes prevent windshield crack from spreading by notching perpendicular at end of crack. Also you can sometimes "steer" the crack back down to bottom by putting pressure with your palm or an object at end of the crack

[@BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk]

Well hello Carolyn it's amazing to see you and Sallie back like always amazing video

[@susans7091]

Yikes, I have to get a new windshield too! I love you and Sadie together! It makes me miss my beloved Service Dog who died about a month ago. Bless you both. Sigh, not interested in going to stores and bakeries. I don't trust glue! Kale is good, but spinach is very high in Oxalates! Please try to lower them. LOVE SADIE! Yikes, Green River, Wyo I broke down once and was there for days. Sigh.I absolutely Hate the Interstates! Giggle - I get excited about trees too! Do glad you went back off road. "I haven't seen a proper tree since November." Yikes, I couldn't stand it! Sad that you had to go lower and camp with zero trees. Great video.

[@lynnkalles2055]

I'm so excited your back. Looking forward to seeing you each week. Glad you are feeling better ❤xoxo my favorite time zone is pacific standard time here in the beautiful foothills of the north cascades in Washington state 😊