Day One, 1000 Miles in 72 hours. Van PROBLEMS are Just Getting Started | Van Life Travel Days (pt 1)

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[@This.Here.Channel]

I remember once my sister "parented" someone elses kid, because their parent wasn't doing anything to stop them from being obnoxious (and they were well within the age where they would know better, etc). When the lady said "don't parent my kid!!!" and my sister goes "I wouldn't have to, if you did"

[@chrismair8161]

Fangs and Family. Been there. I just show up to Family Reunions with a Base Ball Bat. And a Glove and a Soft Ball. I am the Military Medic so purdy sure we can get that fixed. =)

[@thebatt6183]

you were totally right saying that to that mom

[@libbypierce3117]

As a mom, thank you for speaking up. I believe it takes a village to raise a child, and sometimes, I miss things. I would want someone to speak up so my kid learns to do better. And thanks for sharing your journey.

[@jeannielanham2956]

I truly love how you are so passionate about keeping the world clean and litter free. My town organizes a community clean up and groups will go around and pick up trash. It really irritates me they do all that work and the non caring people toss bottles and cans all over. Ughhhh 🤬

[@peggyhawkestamburello1651]

That's awesome that you spoke to that boy who was going to tag the rock! Way to speak up! Years ago I stopped a women with children,who ate lunch at the park in Reno Then left all there McDonald's Bags and drinks.She got in the car and I knocked on the window of her car and told her nicely,she needed to clean up the mess .She went back and cleaned it up!

[@deborahtaylor-wf4bn]

Thank you for saying something to that kid ! It is so depressing to see what was once a beautiful natural area and then see it marked and disgraced by graffiti. I personally do not want to see that . Hopefully this kid learned something. Keep up the great videos with you and the boys - they make my day ❤

[@garyclarke1088]

I'm sorry to say the brat kid probably didn't learn anything with having a mother like that, it's a sad world sometimes.

[@Justinwulf0027]

You must be a Karen

[@brianhanley1903]

Graffiti is part of our culture, ok on rr cars and bridges but it is all bad, wonder if you see it in China. Out BH.

[@simonagree4070]

You must be an illiterate troll.

[@ignacioaguero3253]

Hola mi amor.. mi vida!!! Estás diferente... la verdad...nunca pude olvidarte... estás dentro mío...vives en mi...pero ahora...quiero que sea diferente...dame un lugar en tu vida...todo cómo debe ser...entiendes? TE AMO!!! Cómo siempre...*escríbeme y dime qué piensas...ok?

[@dcoff2443]

As a Mom of many kids thank you for sharing that wisdom with that mom and her kid! We travel out west a couple times a year and rv and I am always anxious about our kids doing something that affects others time outdoors and nature… for instance “crack the crust” which is a huge Moab saying, we learned and repeat 😂 Moab is one of our favorite places ( love it so much broke my ankle there lol 😂) but honestly thank you for helping… you obviously know so very much how about the areas you stay in and around and while one of the reasons myself , hubby and my kids enjoy your content! So sorry about that mama’s attitude, it’s one thing to offer advice when someone’s just mad at people having kids there which honestly, I thankfully haven’t experienced lol …it’s quite another when someone is willing to educate and support you and your kid by teaching and sharing why and how to respect outdoor spaces. Rant over lol! Have a blessed day!

[@rebeccah.4983]

I wore my Happy Camper shirt today for my cat Lily's vet appointment for good luck! We were rewarded by seeing 2 cute small dogs and the office's big laidback orange cat, Sunny napping in his bed on the reception desk! Love how Camper takes over the driver's seat when you aren't driving!

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Yay!!!! We are so close to launching our second piece on limited merch and I’m sooooo excited about it! I think it will be done in September! So cute!!! Me too :-)

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Yay!!!! We are so close to launching our second piece on limited merch and I’m sooooo excited about it! I think it will be done in September! So cute!!! Me too :-)

[@Carybackup2]

​@@NikkiDelventhal You need a man badly 😅😮

[@Carybackup2]

​@@NikkiDelventhal Last time you had sex?

[@Lasvegas_2ndgen]

@@NikkiDelventhalsomeone should lecture you on how you should pick up your dog shit just cause you’re out on in nature that doesn’t mean you’re except from picking up your dog shit. Pick up your dog shit

[@SandalSanders]

I love so much that you said something to the kid about the rock. Thank you for being you and being brave enough to speak up! I’m always so grateful for every single episode. 💜

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Sandal! I’m so thankful for you, your kindness & that we met this year! And that I know you’d do the same ;-) - big hugs girly!!! U make me want to be back in my prius!!!!

[@rcole3838]

I commend Nikki on calling out vandalism as she sees it happening, not staying silent. The mother is part of the problem; who really cares if she’s offended?

[@SandalSanders]

@@NikkiDelventhal indeed i would! Thank you for leading by example.

[@loriperkins8805]

You were so right to say something to the child and you did it calmly and politely, that mom was out of line to confront you, hopefully the child will remember the lesson, so sorry you had to deal with a rude obtuse person

[@SeekerKC]

$8.00 (& a free water tank fill) after seven days w/no shower? I would have paid $20.00! Speaking of that parent's attitude, I ran into a similar situation down at the mall in D.C. where there were a few kids were throwing rocks at a squirrel. I waited for a few heartbeats to see if any of the nearby adults were going to say something, but they didn't. I was pretty far away so I admit that my shout of "HEY! DON'T DO THAT!" was a tad on the loud side, but the adults looked at me like _I_ was the one doing something inappropriate. The kids stopped, tho, so goal achieved!

[@deltay71]

Good for you for calling out that kid and his parent. That is awful that she would allow that.

[@Gnarledwolf]

Parents not disciplining their kids is one of the biggest problems I run into on the road.

[@Justinwulf0027]

Bruh there are more important things calling a kid out who's not hurting anyone or anything and if you are triggered by people doing graffiti which is an art form than you are a Karen

[@RPRosen-ki2fk]

@@Justinwulf0027 Dude you are SO CLUELESS.

[@kristirenee1789]

What was the kid writing with?? Spray paint?? I’m so curious like if it was a crayon would it not just get rinsed off?? I have no idea how much rain Utah gets though

[@Justinwulf0027]

@@RPRosen-ki2fk clueless about what

[@ET74019]

As a hunter myself, have to have conversation all the time about doing right in nature, makes people so mad sometimes but there’s a code of ethics in nature, which is how you preserve it, it’s not just a take an animal life thing, you should value it.

[@FreedomRock44]

Thanks for being a GOOD HUNTER!!!!! Appreciate you for that.

[@stevemurray2737]

And Hunters… pick up your Shotgun shells. Pick up your Litter and somebody else’s.

[@ET74019]

@@stevemurray2737 yup😉

[@ET74019]

@@FreedomRock44 same 😁

[@fcr9523]

@@ET74019 Obviously if you are a hunter the “value” of life has certainly become devalued. Nature sorts itself out always if unfettered by human interference. Interesting to see the self anointed lover of nature Nikki supporting hunting. #Grifter

[@AnMarie711]

1. That mom doesn't care and probably does not practice the pack it in and pack it out. 2. Thank you for saying something; it cheered me up. It's so frustrating that the decreased level of mental capacity is the reason places get shut down. Take care.

[@mikerico5568]

Back in the day (1980), I drove just shy of 1000 miles from Chicago to Denver in 24 hrs. That's when the speed limit was 55mph on average. You can do it Nikki! You go girl!!

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

In 1979 I drove from Columbus Ms to Denver in 3 days when I got outta the Military!!! Had never been out here...Been here ever since

[@2fathomsdeeper]

At one place in the UP, somebody left their pack and a mess of water bottles and snack wrappers. I checked the area for who it might have belonged to, and nobody was around. I picked up the mess and also took the pack as my pay for having to clean things up. It gave me plenty of water for the trip, sunscreen, bug spray, and snacks. It also had a bunch of the bullfrog game cartridges in it that one of my coworkers kids could use. The pack has now become my vehicle bug out survival kit for if I have to hoof it for help. I would have told that kid, "If you carve your name in that rock, I'm going to carve my name on you!" Yeah, I'm dark like that, but it does get the point across!

[@erinandvancouver]

Leave No Trace is so important! As someone who was so incredibly privileged to grow up in SE Alaska, I can say that it really does make a difference! Education is key! Thank you for spreading the message and reminding all of us to do the same!

[@Vanmattdamn]

Sprinters are pretty notorious for the power steering lower hose disconnecting because it’s extremely tight from the factory. You should be able to find a KZbin on how to check it and fix it.

[@davidjaskiewicz3461]

There is a big service campaign for sprinter diesel trucks due to cheating scandal. Make sure to check to see if it applies to yours.

[@LokiOdinson-fz8ps]

great way to white knight her.

[@roysteacysr.6203]

I think your Dad will agree, back in "our day" the Mother would have immediately corrected the child. Ah, the good old days, sorry you had to experience that. Can hardly wait for pt. 2.

[@dannylarsen4290]

Seeing how great Camper and Rodney get along makes me happy for all three of you. Look forward to seeing you all each week. God bless, and safe travels.

[@FreedomRock44]

Just remember Nikki we are always here so if you need TIME for YOUR self......TAKE IT!!!!!! We get it!!!!!!

[@jzenick]

A few years ago, I found out I was able to move but only had 14 days to pack, find a house, reserve a truck. I drove over 5,000 miles in 7 days. The two days I didn't drive, I loaded and unloaded a 26-foot Ryder Truck. I was exhausted after that week, but had to unpack the boxes for 2 weeks after that.

[@caitlintrevor]

Good for you for saying something. Kids need to learn how to act and be respectful to all things. Love it❤❤❤

[@EdMcCraeMusic]

Not writing on things that you do not own should NOT be a new or foreign concept! Good job stepping in, and I'm glad that things did not escalate further. 🤦‍♂

[@oferlevi9947]

We have to educate so we can persevere our beautiful nature! Hope that mom understands the importance of teaching our kids from right and wrong! Positive ways!!

[@tonytrumble]

As a former OTR Truck driver 1,000 miles in 3 days is so very easy even with the current log book rules its even legal to be able to run 1,000 in 3 days. You can even do it in 2 with time to spare.

[@Jimwood-tt2je]

I subscribed to your channel a few months ago and have gone back and watched a lot of your old videos along with your recent videos. I really enjoy viewing your channel and I love how you educate us on the places you visit as well as showing us the beautiful scenery. As a dog lover too, it is great to see how much you love your dogs and they love you. As a parent of one daughter myself, I worry about you be alone for much of your time on the road but you have a great head on your shoulders and it appears you take a lot of safety precautions. Please stay safe and I’ll be checking every Friday to see your latest adventure.

[@helluvatime4562]

Your videos are just so sweet, I love Camper and Rodney. What a great addition to your life. Thank you for helping the animal shelters and thank you for the wonderful videos.

[@nyssamirani5545]

I appreciate you for having the courage to talk to that kid. Mothers tend to be mama bears for the wrong reasons. And I hope the kid learned something from you 💚

[@jenniferfisher530]

I just completed a road trip with my son. 580 miles some days. It's brutal back to back. My favorite and coolest part was the trek down hwy 93 and hwy 6 in Nevada. The sunsets and rainstorms are spectacular. Thank you for calling out that kid and his Karen of a mother. Unacceptable. Hopefully the kid learned a valuable lesson (mom too). Kids tend to listen to other adults more than their parents. I can't believe how disrespectful people can be to our beautiful natural areas and other human beings.

[@TeddyRumble]

Highway 93 is very nice. Get off the interstate.

[@jenniferfisher530]

@@TeddyRumble indeed

[@jeffreystoddard1522]

Hi, Nikki. You and cousin Sarah are two of me and my beautiful girlfriend's favorite content providers. Keep up the good work!! Responding to us makes us love you even more!!!!

[@Gnarledwolf]

I'm always amazed. I travel so much I recognize most roads and camping places you are visiting except the beautiful one you started out in.

[@TimHart-ew7ec]

In my 20's I routinely made the upstate NY to South Florida drive in a straight shot,1,400 ish miles in 22-24 hours with restroom and eating breaks. Those days are long gone. I cant recall a time when I didnt smell anti freeze while off roading in any vehicle. The rubbing sounds may be a rock that got kicked up into one of the calipers or rims and is stuck.

[@DoctorElleGrumpy]

Sounds familiar, I used to run TX to PA. 1310 MIles, 22 1/2 hrs.

[@n55hevn]

Thank you for calling out that kid. Leave no trace and respect for the natural world. Thank you for also buying our products, organicgirl salads. We see you purchase them regularly. What's your opinion on them? Can't wait for next week. Cheers!

[@laurenm8561]

Someone like you who covers a lot of ground and has the opportunity to help others realize what’s right and what’s illegal is a good thing. You wouldn’t be successful doing this life, if you weren’t considerate and brave. Thanks🌻

[@TheKindredTrucker]

Good on you for respectfully talking to the boy. I hope someday he looks back on the situation and recognizes which adult was behaving appropriately in that moment. It's always so hard to see people trashing the outdoors, which I see constantly as a truck driver. It just kills me! Long drives are incredibly exhausting! Good job knocking that out. I think the lack of movement/ blood flow is what tires me the most, along with having to focus while driving a large vehicle with people seeming to fight me all the time. I really hit a wall today, on the tail end of my 70-hour workweek!! Sometimes, you just need to pull into a rest area and close your eyes for 15 minutes, and/ or walk around ... both of those things make a world of difference!! It took me a long time to develop my endurance as a driver. The most I've driven in one day was around 690 miles, in a truck that maxed out at 70mph. These days, my truck maxes out at 66 and I cover around 500 miles on my longer driving days. It definitely leaves my brain and body feeling fried!!😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫 Great video as always!! Hope the van will be A-okay, ASAP!❤

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Nikki, Camper and R.V. Thanks for letting us ride along with y’all on y’all’s adventures.

[@weshawkins7165]

Good for you calling out that kid. It’s because of parents like that that kids today are screwed up.

[@BillySBC]

It's a Mercedes, they come broken from the factory, it's normal.

[@frankgraham1996]

Buy a Toyota next time.

[@MOTORVESSELFREEDOM]

Yup…I would go ford at this point

[@StigDesign]

new mercedes yes sadly,adn after of ca mid 90s also true too sadly, but start of 90s or early no not true :) W124 W123 and early is like tanks, it keeps on going :) and hanomag Henzel like F55 too that was popular in 80s and early too is working liek tanks they are popular in europa for its size and how long they last before timing chain change or other service :D

[@ProdriveGT]

You beat me to it😂

[@carn1fex_]

Most be the ones 'Made in the good ol' US and A'. Unimaginable to get a 'broken' Mercedes Benz in Germany.

[@marioreyes2009]

Glad that you told the mom about not painting on the walls. Come-on, that is not ok, specially if you are in a beautiful and natural place as that one. Good job. Thank you for sharing your journeys. It was awesome. Safe travels Nikki.

[@sierra6825]

My dad and I did a 1200 mile trip from western Washington to Frutia Colorado in 72 hours back in May! It was our first big rosdtrip and it was the most fun we've ever had

[@tammyr2966]

Being good stewards of our land falls on all of us. The mom was in the wrong for sure! Such beautiful scenery! I have never been to Colorado or Utah! Just gorgeous!

[@aaronrogers1971]

The mom and kid are the kind of people we have to tell every 4th of July weekend to not trash the shores of Tahoe. I know you're apolitical so I'll leave my opinion about how I feel about them out of this. Another great video!

[@1WHATSUP1]

You can't change trailer trash. Great you spoke up. Good on you. You did the right thing

[@BAEBARAHansen]

Good on you for pointing out the legality of defacing public areas. I am a camp host in a national park and graffiti and trash are a REAL PROBLEM. Keep up the god work. I wish that mom would realize that she is doing her kid no favors by allowing that behavior. That land belongs to we, us, everyone. And frankly I am very tired of the disrespect people show for our public lands.

[@raoulroberts2024]

Colorado is such a beautiful state to enjoy the outdoors. It pains me that some would be fine mucking it up for others, and as a matter of fact, for themselves if they choose to visit again. The kid may not have known better, but the mom's wrong-and-strong behavior sets a bad example for him. Thank you for being a good steward of the environment, Nikki.

[@Patrick-USA86]

Love the scenery and good job calling out that kids mom

[@stevec5657]

Mercedes vehicles are usually great right from the start, but I'm sorry to say that semi serious and very serious issues are inevitable in the near future. Please do alot of research, because I'm confident you'll find that most people would recommend switching to a different RV.

[@NikkiDelventhal]

I hear a lot of mixed reviews! Next week we go over what’s going on but I can confidently say all these issues are just from my off roading habits hahaha drive hard, play hard, … get some hard issues ? hahaha

[@user-ey6xr1cx8d]

Nikki, I am 65 years old and live in Michigan. I mean you absolutely NO harm or ill will. I just wanted to tell you that I think you are an exceptionally beautiful and smart young lady. I wish you all of the success you could possibly want and deserve. I also want to ask you to be careful everywhere you go and everything you do. My very best wishes for all of your adventures - forever, from Michigan

[@neilbradley]

11:01 - Holy hell, as a parent, my issues were never with the kids, it was with their entitled parents and I've had more than one exchange almost exactly like this with having to school adults on how to be a decent human being. What's with people? When they pull the "Don't tell me how to parent my kid." my response was usually along the lines that if they were doing their job, I wouldn't have to.

[@meaganm3429]

Alot of national park campgrounds have Jr Park Ranger badges for kids to earn. I bring my kids to the park rangers office on site and they give each kid a workbook with information on the area, no trace ethics, about the wild life; some good and what ones to look out for; preservation methods, safety tricks etc. The kids have to do the whole book and then when they complete it bring it back to the park rangers office. The rangers will sign off on their hard work and give them an official Jr park ranger patch (they're all very cool, different for each place and nice quality too!) My kids have been collecting them,and are so proud of their patches. Some state parks don't really advertise that they do this, but it's a nationwide project going on to get kids interested in protecting nature. Dropping this here for my fellow adventurers around kids 👍👍✌️

[@PhyllisGarcia-cf7fz]

I just loved the spectacular sunset you got when you arrived in Nevada!! It was beautiful! Thank you Nikki. 👍 Your preview of the next portion of this adventure looks like you had some troubles with the van? At least you got it fixed!! Happy trails to the 3 of you guys! Stay safe my friend! 👍🤗🦮🚐💕

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Next week is a dooooozy and so much fun! Haha can’t wait to share (or live now on Patreon hehe)

[@danrt52]

Look at you a whole episode without forgetting your keys, good job.

[@ralphcramden9775]

The Graffiti mom, was a typical Karen. You did right!

[@NikkiDelventhal]

I’d say she was quite thrown off someone would actually correct bad behavior and got reqlly defensive. Perhaps with some reflection she’ll realize no one is the exception 🤞🏼❤

[@Pat_Scratchers]

Try Pittsburgh to San Diego in 35 hours and it’s 2450 miles

[@Happyme65Meh]

Absolutely love your channel and camper tee. You Camper and Rodney are AMAZING❤😊🎉

[@bettyvarone4420]

Enjoyed this video and are so glad you are never afraid to stand up for anyone defacing our beautiful earth.

[@reynaldomadridi7238]

I wuv...Nikki-kins, Kamper--kins and baby-bop❤! I love you all so much! Thanks for providing a great experience. ❤😂

[@Tom-z2o]

Salt lake city Utah nice I remember seeing the salt flats it's very cool it looks like snow ❤😊

[@rogertemple7193]

You, Camper and Rodney Have a wonderful magnificent weekend and take care out there thank you.🇺🇲🐕‍🦺💗🦮🇺🇲

[@percarlemil]

ALLWAYS A PLEASURE TO SEE YOUR VIDEOS SO REAL, AND VERY COZY WHEN YOU AND THE 2 ADORABLE DOGS TURNS IN FOR THE NIGHT LOVE FROM DENMARK

[@ima40schic]

I knew the van troubles were going to be bad. See you next week!

[@RobHellfire666]

Just made a french press, perfect timing! ☕😎☕

[@kenmcmanamy6809]

So nice to look over and see ur copilot and their nose art. Thanks for the content.

[@vonheise]

I have camped in every US state, and several other countries, and 3 days sounds rather leisurely for cross country travel as it allows for a good breakfast, sandwich for lunch, and a good grilled dinner and nights sleep. I prefer to travel 6 hours per day, but like everyone, do what I have to do for the situation... 😎

[@QuietRequiem]

I love your PMA (positive mental attitude) no matter what happens

[@MG-217]

Love made up terms, why make stuff into 3 letter terms, she is positive, she is great, that's it... No need to "stamp it"

[@QuietRequiem]

that term is over 40 years old, sorry it bothers you for you to pick it out of all the other comments

[@williams.fergusonjr.1908]

It's going on my end I'll be living in a new RV very soon. Another amazing video thanks for sharing.

[@simoneastwood3779]

Love the thumbnail of you sunbathing in front of the van, girl! 😂😂😂

[@wendyhuber1613]

that sunset entering nevada was beautiful!

[@davidness8102]

If you need to go home for a while, we'll understand. Maybe do a couple of months of day trips around your hometown, just to keep in touch? Thanks, Nikki.

[@BrilliantDesignOnline]

Obviously mother of the year award candidate for the graffiti kid's mom; Absolutely you did the right thing. We are getting filled up by HORRIBLE people, and this mom, needs help.

[@ScottishTradesman]

Another great video. Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints. That’s how I was taught and I always try to help others realise why this makes sense. Keep up the great work ❤

[@markchristianson8178]

You should go under and look to see the fluid dripping not the top and put cardboard under to see what it is it works .

[@Omglett]

I was skiing in Bulgaria last year and a bunch of English kids started pushing into the queue, which being 40 mins long was no joke. After it had happened a few times, as an Englishmen I couldn't let it slide and sent the kids to the back of the queue. One kid (10 year old) sat down on the spot and cried, the others went to the back. There was quite a silence after that but a general acceptance of a wrong being righted. People should be able to disagree and for it not to be a big thing. I did spend the rest of the holiday worrying about getting chased by an angry father or two, but there was no need as it was fine. Just thought I'd share that story as I have enjoyed so many of yours. Hello from England. Ever thought about a road trip over here?

[@carllaughlin4541]

Hi Nikki; I would have told the mother of the kid, raising my voice to the highest possible volume and not caring what anyone else thought about it,"WELL SOMEONE'S GOT TO DO IT, BECAUSE YOU'RE NOT DOING A VERY GOOD JOB OF RAISING YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN"!😁😸😹

[@davetay44]

Sadly if the mum reacts like that, then the kids don't have much of a chance if that's who is raising them. Well done for speaking up!

[@ejames6431]

Fun relaxing video. I watch wile working out. Good vibes for sure.

[@terenzo50]

Re that outraged mother: Some people think that the ultimate expression of freedom is in being an outlaw. You and I don't share that notion, but history shows we repeatedly laud the efforts of gangsters, not just here in the US, but all over the planet. A flaw in our otherwise perfect human nature. On my one trip to Colorado, I flew to Denver from LA to pick up a Dutch TV crew and schlep them out to Beaver Creek for an interview with President Ford and his wife. I remember a sign at the resort near the Ford house that said: "Take nothing but photographs. Leave nothing but footprints." All the best to Regal Camper and Court Jester Rodney. And to the Queen of the Road.

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

Rodney and Camper are living the best life ever.

[@dydhcyshdj]

I only clicked this to find out how you fit 72 hrs into day one - need to master that skill.

[@msdouglas12100]

I 100% would've told her "I wouldn't have to parent your kid if you were already doing it". I've already said that while working retail. Btw I'm a mom of 2

[@zorromaskedman8220]

Camper likes to look out ahead to see the horizon, "Where we gonna go Momma Bear?" Rodney puts his paws up on the dash board and stretches, and stays arms length close enough to get some snacks. My dogs used to do that too, they both lay comfortable for them, and I bend like a pretzel to accommodate. But we slept through the night. Dogs make us better people.💜🐕🐕💜 Take Care Nikki , I traveled alot in the Air Force enlisted during 14 years, Arizona, Death Valley California, Miami, Sicily, England, Egypt, & Arabia. I miss going places...But it was fun...

[@HealthyBhatoora]

Hi Nikki, I just wanted to tell you that I always get inspired to travel in USA like the way you do and let me tell you that you’re awesome. love from India❤️

[@normanmallory2055]

That’s a lot driving for sure ! I’m older now and 200-300 is all I can do anymore! You did drive through some beautiful country ! Well done !!

[@jr.6199]

One challenge is that Mercedes only has 400 US service centers, so you'll need to learn to crawl under your rig and troubleshoot components yourself, if you continue traveling off pavement. Time to raise you're MQ- mechanical quotient. An active sports life is easier with high MQ, since it always requires gear. Thumbs up on protecting natural attractions and having the courage to coach young people when misbehaving in public. I've had to coach old people even, at Arches NP. Keeping Nature natural, is "all of our's business".

[@craig1lengyel]

I wonder how many miles you put on the van already! Going to Super Duper Weeny right now since I work in Wilton CT! Thanks for sharing. Love you dogs. My two love watching your videos!

[@catco8644]

Entitled parents are why so many kids today do what they do. Glad you shared the law with the child! You made a difference in their life, and if you irritated Mom, to bad!

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

I've stopped several people from marking, drawing, graffiti spraying on places where it's illegal. People have gradually become insanely aggressive when they are on the spot. I'm thankfully not easy to get scared.

[@ElaineandNadia]

Wow you handled that really well, good job for speaking up and defending nature! I hope she was able to reflect on it after and understand.

[@marciacoker2968]

Great video and thanks for the Words to that boy, hopefully it will stick with him forever ☺️💛🐾🐾💛💛

[@joshuamoore24_7]

The RV lots at Sayre Oklahoma are $7 per night. Plus it's in a park with shade trees and a lot of extra stuff!

[@Emili-and-Tori]

I’m getting accustomed to making coffee before watching your videos! I like little routines sometimes. 😂 I’m sorry you had to parent the parent, and I really hope that kid learned something smart from you and not to play the outrage card from the mother. “It takes a village to raise a child” is a saying for a reason! 🤣 I pray your van troubles are few and far between and don’t cause any damage to you, your boys, or your home! Lots of miles behind you, a lifetime of adventure to go! Safe travels! 💚

[@NikkiDelventhal]

I love this! Coffee together! Haha! Man oh man, nothing can get my gears grinding more than not respecting nature and lnt ethics haha! Thankn you!!!! Xoxo

[@specag31]

Its that entire takes a village bs that creates brats like that.

[@djwheels66]

1000 miles in 3 days, that’s not terrible. 330 miles per day. With stops that is 6-7 hours per day. ❤❤

[@NikkiDelventhal]

Agree! Tho this ended up being 48 hours straight onto a life which you’ll learn next week! Yikes !

[@djwheels66]

@@NikkiDelventhal I always look forward to seeing your adventures. Maybe one day you’ll come through my little town in Minnesota.

[@houstonka]

Nikki be extra safe when your dogs enter ponds and lakes. Some of them may have very toxic levels for dogs and they could die the same day after exposure to toxins. Even some algae can be very toxic. Stay safe.❤❤

[@ForyantoJayaWigunaChannel]

Nikki, your voice just like Meryl streep, awesome. Have a nice jpurney!

[@sandradummer4726]

Thanks for coming to Colorado. We’ve lived here like forever.

[@user-ps3wb9im7p]

About the odor. Maybe the catalyst or particulate filter is regenerating.

[@irylljones2787]

Planning on some road trips gator hunt in Florida and trip to Moab in October staying at the same campground. Will have a couple pups (Malinois) supervising me along the way. Enjoy watching your videos.

[@marcussmith1768]

Love your videos Nikki D. Thanks for always posting such great content... Pet those little doggies for me. Love em both.