First Camp in New Camper: Back to the Woods!

With restrictions relaxed, I finally get to test out my new trailer for the first time. This means I can test how it handles on the road and off-the-grid while relying on my solar panel for power.
Also a Special Thanks goes out to all my faithful followers who pushed my channel to over 100,000 subscribers! You folks Rock!
For a list of all my videos, please use this link: / @slimpotatohead
Website: www.slimpotatohead.com
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How I get around:
Trailer: 2008 Outback by Trillium
Tow Vehicle: 2010 Jeep Liberty, 6 cyl 3.7L gas engine, 4WD, over 160,000 km
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[@alduderinodude]

I wish everybody has the same character as this guy, the world would be so much better, this is life at its max!

[@RavenOakSpiral]

He is a ray of sunshine.

[@dinasyoyos6384]

Agreed Dan R

[@garryclayton2001]

Yup, he's the best!

[@cherriemckinstry131]

@KenDroid66 yes! I agree..

[@cherriemckinstry131]

@@RavenOakSpiral wish i could meet a gentle soul like that.

[@danperreault9966]

I tasted the rain, I heard the stream rushing down, I felt the morning mist on my face. Another excellent video Slim. So glad you are back on the road.

[@tedebear9943]

"What a beautiful day to be alive!"

[@j.patrickmoore9137]

Congrats on the 100k! The things that keep me coming back: your love of nature, your willingness to modify whatever you're camping in, and your sense of humor. Hopefully we'll both be able to avoid the respirators for a few more years, or decades...

[@noddybrown6281]

I thought he was joking in the Yukon one when he said ‘bears’!!!

[@jackchivvis4188]

I love how you just record the sounds of nature and don't add some awful music. New trailer looks great! I was never a fan of the fold up trailer and I think your mpg will hardly be any different.

[@jeannep320]

Jack Chivvis I agree with you about the music!

[@floofycatz]

The best music is the nature, his narration, the sound of his travels. Plus, no pound the like button and subscribe pleas

[@dkorwood]

Jack Chivvis me too on sound

[@angelab2906]

I agree! Much better wo the awful added music! Some people try too hard!! I also appreciate not a lot of slow-motion scenes, VERY redundant!

[@loreneknight9755]

I LOVE the nature sounds...water, wind, tree's, birds, etc. Thanks Slim for keeping it simple. LOVE your content.

[@regular-joe]

Slim, can I say thank you for also sharing your routine tasks in the trailer with us - we're not just watching you, we're "living" it with you and the simple little things like cooking, and coffee with the sunrise help us be right there, too. (All 100k of us!)

[@silverbreezeRn]

I agree, it's nice to get out of my place, and enjoy sharing your adventures, from the pics of the fog to cooking corkscrew pasta with celery soup.

[@TheWestlandgirl]

I love the domestic part as well as the scenery. That's the full adventure to me. Keeping it real Slim! 👍

[@Lucy_Honeychurch]

Yes, I was about to make the same comment.

[@bsandey]

Even though Abner was really simple to set up, you have to admit that this is even easier than that - Park it on level ground, drop the stabilizers,and you're done. And an awning as a bonus. Living the dream!

[@kaeirenaslp9154]

The varied angles and perspectives from the camera(s) are outstanding. Glad you’re back camping. ❤️

[@jksilta9335]

105 years old?! You don't look a day older than 102! Congrats Slimmy, a well-deserved 100k.

[@flyinggyros9745]

You should be proud. You put out good content and do it well. I think everyone likes to get out and away from the crowds and you provide that for those of us who can’t. Alan

[@Knightrayn]

Mr. Slim, you are the Mr. Rogers of camping. Everyone feels like a better person after watching.

[@peterandkodiak9762]

Solo camping!! Thank you for a very good video. The lack of background music makes the watch even more appealing! A+

[@Tuckerclan]

Slim, as usual, you've made my day. What a beautiful spot for your first time out in the Outback. Your nature walks are the best reason for watching your channel. I always feel more relaxed after watching. Of course the "New invention of the awning" was just the laugh I was looking for. Keep these wonderful vids coming as an awful lot of us are living vicariously through you. Great production and editing. Stay safe and take care, my friend.

[@mikefrank4880]

Frank T I couldn’t have said it better

[@doctitan2112]

Frank, very well put!

[@elizabethcortez6620]

LOL “Go to the light Slim”. Safe travels.

[@doctitan2112]

Slim, I have been following your adventure on and off and find you to be logical, personable, (for a person who spends a lot of time alone!) informative, and entertaining! I'm just finishing up a van build and will be doing a trial run soon in the Flagstaff Arizona area. I'm in the west valley of Phoenix and the heat has arrived. I do look forward to your videos and have finally subscribed. Sorry for waiting so long. I watch several videos from KZbinrs before I subscribe to be sure the content remains interesting. I do look forward to your videos. I'm a bit of a MacGyverizing kind of person and research, research, and research some more before I start a new project. Seems like the logical thing to do. It seems your projects are well thought out as well. Be safe Slim, enjoy your travels as we only pass this way once!

[@dennisgmays62]

@@quaintshelter100 That was!! And if Slim is still making videos when he's 120, I hope to hell we're still watching them! Congrats on the 100k Slim! Not bad for someone who's 105.......just say'in.

[@patmuller4461]

Slim, watching you from quarantine in Mexico reminds me of when I lived in the Pacific NW. I don't miss the cold much, but I miss the streams (which I would call rivers), trees, and lichens. I think the stabilizer is working well, especially when you walked down to the stream in the first part. I love the light that comes into the trailer. You did a beautiful job fixing it up. Thanks for the time you take to make these videos. They really help me in so many ways, you'll never know.

[@erikasmith5793]

Slim, I always look forward to a new video from you. Keep up the good work. I like your little trailer setup. It looks so cozy and homey. You are a special guy who is down to earth showing nature at its best. 5 stars for you!

[@rosm6621]

You thank us, but really we should thank you. Your videos show us beauty that many of us will never experience. And your attitude and way of life brings a viewing of peace in a crazy world. So thank you Slim!

[@stevecolby6505]

Congrats Slim on hitting 100K mark...I think KZbin will send you a pretty framed plaque. It might be good for covering drilled holes in panels in the trailer or use as a cheese board....LOL. Nice to see you back in the hills camping. I look forward to what comes next. Stay well.

[@SarahGraymatter]

Of course you have a thriving fan club, but I still feel you are speaking with me privately. Congratulations, stay well

[@SlimPotatohead]

Of course I am Mermaiden. You stay well too! SP

[@alec4672]

9:15 "I've never had the need for an awning before but now that I have one what a great concept!" I love coming across things like that I said almost the same thing about my backup camera 😂

[@jpmerrick8886]

He's like a 1959 Canadian Rocky travelog in a good relaxing fun yet entertaining and winks at it all slim would do a 15 foot sailboat to Hawaii vlog and intrepidly face into the wind

[@steverhodes467]

We need more people like you in this world, I have been watching your content for a long time and your outlook on life along with your level of creativity are nothing short of inspirational. Keep up the good work!

[@sofiagrant3024]

Beautiful

[@cletusvandamme6262]

"Inspirational", You hit the nail on the head. Thank You, Steve!

[@-Wolfgang]

Sitting under the awning while it's raining is one of the best parts of camping.

[@GreyMannShed]

Thanks for this, Slim. After two months stuck at home, this is lovely to see Cheers Ben

[@charlesvincett84]

Congrats on 100k....well deserved!!!

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks! SP

[@briannab5296]

It should be 100k x 100k! Someday it will be!

[@jodielindakeahey5214]

Slim: Thank you for spreading lots of info, ideas, and happiness.

[@roadsidemanners]

Sitting under the awning during a rain storm is the best. My favorite place to be.

[@tnxjesus]

Yeah buddy finally were back where everything makes sense. I love it. You're like a kid with a brand new toy slim. Cant wait to see the new adventures

[@suefreivald7031]

Well, I can't wait for part two! One of the crazy, scary, wonderful aspects of journeying out into nature - you just never know what will happen next! So, be safe, and continue with joy in the journey! And thank you for taking us along with you!

[@kevinellis3509]

NO SLIM!! Thank u for ur videos. After working from 6:30am to 7pm Monday-Friday u make my life more bearable. Thanks Soooo much Slim.

[@Franknank]

A good tip: never, ever leave your awning down when you leave camp without tieing it down somehow. Don't ask me how I know. Better safe than sorry!

[@bryanclark3739]

Franknank I never leave the awning down if I’m not there.

[@manfredschlenkrich6665]

great job on the camper piece of advice on your awning when you leave the camper either bring in your awning or stake the ends in the ground a good wind gust will rip your awning off or at a minimum do damage to the arms and probably rip the bolts out of the trl. enjoy enjoy enjoy

[@williambingham2459]

Vicariously living through your outback adventure. Glad to see you out and about after a long winter's night, not to mention a little bit of virus.

[@cathytauscher6760]

I’ve been with you for a while and I am so happy that others have recognized your abilities as an artist, architect and adventurer! Congratulations on 100K🎉

[@xlerate8488]

Im working swing shift and this guy is walking through an enchanted forest.

[@BobKeefe]

Yay, all’s right with the world - Slim’s back out camping! 😃 Your Osmo video was so smooth that it felt like a low-flying drone shot 👍

[@EverydayMama]

Bob Keefe yes!! It was great!

[@cherriemckinstry131]

@@EverydayMama im so glad he has his new camper and we get to see the beauty of just living.

[@dennisisthedroningsmalley9807]

An awning in the rain is the best part of camping. Great cliffhanger ending. I am really looking forward to the next video.

[@davidfox2953]

Slim, Thanks for taking us along on the maiden voyage of the Outback. Once again you have made it your own, and we all benefit from you sharing your creativity and outdoor experiences.

[@JayRSwan]

The pasta looked good imma have to try that! The sinks have inserts so they can be used as countertops also. Congrats on the 100k Milestone everyone loves your positive attitude and outlook!

[@dixiechampagne2892]

Box dressing makes for a tasty starch base, too (if you like it)

[@hardtruth2039]

Beautiful site! I like all you’ve done with your trailer. Your solar panel mount is brilliant, what a great idea!

[@jmpattillo]

That steep descent into your campsite looks like it will make for an interesting trip out. Looking forward to the next episode!

[@lindasue8719]

John Pattillo I was hoping he knew of a better way out😁

[@johnkarlson8692]

I love ur camera work - u are a true artist with a lens. Be safe, stay healthy.

[@davidpeters265]

Slim, I worry for you camping alone in the middle of nowhere. Do you have some sort of a SOS radio? Your videos are alwAys a treat for a south Florida camper. Be safe

[@ScottHenion]

Plenty of solar power, more room, awning, lots of storage.....feel like you are glamping? Congrats on 100k subs, well earned. Looking forward to see how this trailer endures off road.

[@boba6776]

I can't wait to see the next installment of this backwoods road trip - looks like an earthquake in your preview. I enjoyed the beautiful video and your camper looks really well organized. All the best and safe travels. Bob

[@cherriemckinstry131]

Earthquake? Ill be watching...

[@vonrollveeg]

Thanks - an upbeat video. You may not understand, but it means a lot to us locked up at home. THERE IS HOPE! (Of course, I'm green with jealousy)

[@tropicalblooms4575]

"What a beautiful day to be alive" what a beautiful phrase and appreciation !! It's a Beautiful world !

[@mikefrank4880]

Tropical Blooms I truly believe that the secret to a happy life is to have an “ attitude of gratitude “. His video and your comment both reminded me how lucky I am. Thanks

[@briannab5296]

@@mikefrank4880 ... every day is a good day, some are gooder than others 😉

[@daviddarlingauthor]

for filming, you must end up walking three times as much just to get the shots lol. Glad you are out, nice setup.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Yes! Walk up hill, walk back for camera. Walk up hill, set up second camera. Walk up hill...

[@daviddarlingauthor]

@@SlimPotatohead the effort is appreciated and no doubt it helps contribute to keeping "Slim" in the name :) Grats on the 100k milestone. Looking forward to 200k!

[@catpurrson3651]

Congrats on 100K! Sooo good to see you out and about finally. I was going to shed a tear over your rig getting muddy. I think I'll wait now. Have you been ruminating on names? How about something that alludes to your home country? As usual, TONS of stunning cinematography and stills.

[@KRT045]

This is the thing I don’t know if a lot of people realize, there is an incredible amount of work behind the scenes especially in the quality of videos Slim puts out.

[@virginiatolles1664]

Many thanks for 3 years ++ of enjoyment, learning about new places, and experiences. "Oh, good! Slim's here!"

[@melanieflanigan3505]

Slim, you never disappoint. A true inspiration....especially to us city dwellers. Please keep up the good work

[@merlin1477024]

Great video and glad you're able to be out in nature. 200K subscribers will be here quickly. Just keep being yourself, that's why we watch so faithfully. Thanks, Slim!

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

This is the perfect tonic for today! Thank you Dr. SP!

[@susannichols4372]

LOL I can't believe you didn't do a cooking test run at home! I agree about the sink. I use high volume spray bottle, low pressure spray bottle for biodegradeable soap. Works great

[@MelindaMc]

Vinegar is good too.

[@miketomas8564]

The more that I watch you Slim, The more I favor your sense of humor.

[@terrymoseley168]

Love your new trailer. Seems like such a great improvement over the roof lifting Aliner before. Being older, I can feel for anyone having to lift anything alone. U have greatly improved with your camera work and u have a great way of making it very enjoyable to the viewer. Thank u and keep up the good work. Nature is so beautiful and shows us all what the Great Creator had in mind when He made all this for man to see. God be with u.

[@nunyabidnez2729]

The Aliner roof just pops up and down with little effort. It does help to be tall.

[@spoiley62]

congrats Slim..you look marvelous..a new meaning to the term "happy camper" watched this vid in 1080p full screen..wow..just stunning.. anywho.. THANKS man cant wait for part 2 :0)

[@mikepatton9537]

So glad to see you back out camping! Warms my heart! Safe travels!

[@marty491]

Congratulations, SP! 100k is a great milestone! My wife and I love your videos look forward to them every week. Keep up the travels!

[@sylviajones4907]

So happy you can just hop out & get in. Not as young as we used to be. My friend & I had to make a trip to take a utility trailer to his son. We decided to do a turn-around. 18 hours on the road for us was a bit too much! Needless to say, we won't be doing that again....soon. ☺ Thank you for all you do. Greatly appreciated!

[@jmorfin6649]

Slim you are a happy camper. Love your rig, it is so cozy and organized👏🏼👏🏼

[@chrislonsberry4571]

Congrats on reaching 100000 subscribers! Glad you’re enjoying your new trailer. Loved your hike through the woods. You do great “Nature” shots.

[@steveb1972]

Past 110k now! Congratulations so well deserved! I’ve followed your travels for years and love the way you talk and describe your feelings about the World and the freedom you have to travel and enjoy it. Blessings from England 🙏🏻

[@noddybrown6281]

I agree. We have complete lockdown in the UK. I can no longer wake up knowing what day it is, I always have to check. Skins videos are keeping me going right now. Slim, your calm manner and soothing voice is a great comfort to me and others at this time. Thanks for being here for us. xx

[@SlimPotatohead]

Hey, Skin videos or Slim videos, as long as they keep you entertained !!! SP

[@heatherlowe1251]

Just when we’re all itching to get out to camp this year! We will live through you right now Slim! ❤️

[@richardchurch3146]

And somewhere in the distance, a quiet sobbing could be heard from a lonely Abner. :)

[@user-oq7th3eg7f]

The reason why I like your video, was because your funny and humble down to earth and enjoy your experience with your new camper, and the outdoors.

[@interspeciesfamily8043]

Heehee😁! Sets up the cam, drives past a tree. Set's up the cam, wheels over mud. Sets up the cam, drives a turn and down the hill ... So cute. Kind'a addicted!

[@kyoken2]

love the video I came across your channel recently. I really enjoyed the scenic shots and your witty commentary. I hope your channel continues to grow

[@ronsmith1364]

I looked at that one hill & wondered about driving it in snow. Congrats on getting out & seems the weather/winter wanted to say 'hello' too. Be Safe

[@shess1640]

His voice falls in the Tom Bodett (Motel 6 commercials) category. Trustworthy and knowledgeable. OMG...I just saw the end of this video. Cheeses.... please post it, Slim!!!!! My eyes just fell outta my head.

[@robm4134]

Slim, a big THANK YOU as well for sharing your stories and adventures with all of us out in cyberspace. from a viewer perspective we get to virtually live these voyages to which not everybody can necessarily do. We all look forward to the next installments ☺

[@sa-iw4dr]

Congratulations Slim, looks like you had a satisfying trip. One thing we know is Slim could use some cooking classes! Ha.

[@Armychuck]

Hey Slim, I'm still waiting for you to name the Out Back. I just loved Abner. Since you have been making so many additions to Out Back, how about "Addie"? On a serious note. I just got back from a year in the desert southwest (of the USA). I had the time of my life and woke up to many such vistas in the mountains and deserts of Arizona, Texas and New Mexico. It was good for my soul. Keep up the good work and congrats on 100,000.

[@MrBklein31]

What a great video! Not only does it show the beauty of Canada, but it also shows how simple life can be. As a new subscriber, seeing your videos for the first time, I also realize how talented you are a cimetographer. I've worked on major motion pictures, and your eye for setting up a shot, using camera angles, taking the viewer a photographic journey, but also creating a story in the process is truly remarkable. Your editing style is clean and deliberate, and your personality on camera is genuine and likable. You have many talents and sharing those talents with the use of KZbin makes you one of the best content creators I have seen in a long time. Thank you!

[@ReclinerBabe]

Hey, Slim.....as 1 of your 100K subbies....Just want to thank you for all of the lessons we have learned with you.....to say nothing of the total escape from todays problems. Today you taught us how important a camera stabilizer is...we didnt stumble on that walk...not even once....not a jiggle. Further.... for the few of us elders that cant maneuver the forest anymore....the sights and sounds of the woods were a delight and lifted our spirits. Not only did I need to put on a sweater but a pee break was also necessary....babbeling brook was so real! Love the little trailer.....just need my sink! All other improvements noted and liked. Recliner Babe waiting for next video.

[@BlazVeber69]

You're a LEGEND!

[@maxboonkittypoison]

That outback trailor is awesome. Happy days. Greetings,, Kitty.

[@Far-Beyond-Ordinary]

The Out Back and Jeep look like a great match for the places you like to go.

[@metaxaanabeer]

Slim, the cleaner you can keep that solar panel the better. A bit of road grime or some bug guts, bird splat, etc can seriously degrade its output. I'm like a kid waiting for Christmas waiting for BC to open camping back up...enjoy your ability.

[@darlenehorn8337]

You are so brilliant with your ideas!! Enjoy watching your adventures. Can't wait to continue watching you travels in your new trailer!!

[@joanhall3718]

Love to join you for a vicarious trip into the mountains. That logging road you hiked looked like fun. Since I live in a city where all the federal and state land is locked down I have been relying on logging roads to get out and walk.

[@LordFalconsword]

You'll love the awning. Just don't go on a hike and forget to roll it in if there's any wind. Many of us have come back to find the awning converted magically to rags. Congrats on 100k, you earned it.

[@ricklachowicz9095]

Thank you Slim. I think we all took a deep breath when we saw and heard the running creek. It felt good.

[@msmarji]

Incredibly beautiful country. Congrats on a 100k, it’s well deserved.

[@t.w.fields8871]

So glad to see you back out in the woods, you give me hope to do the same soon.

[@mstonitoni7381]

Thank you Slim for sharing some of nature’s beauty with us.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

Great video Slim. We pull a small trailer and we're always surprised by what falls on the floor. More importantly, we're more surprised when something doesn't. I would like to suggest you get some stabilizer blocks for your stabilizer legs to "stand on" when in the down position. Makes a load of difference when you have to set up in loose soil or mud. We have stabilizers on all four corners and will put them down, even if we don't detach from our TV. Just makes for a better night in the camper.

[@nathanwilson6670]

Always enjoy the way you film. Reminds of something I'd see on a National Geographic show. I appreciate the humor as well as the appreciation for the outdoors. I am living through you since my camping trips keep getting canceled.

[@Frank-James]

Congrats on 100K! You’ve earned every single one of them!

[@richardmattingly7000]

Having a gold panning set up with you if a stream is near can be a fun diversion occasionally and those few flakes you might get are a great reminder of where you went. Being able to kit out a camper for each season means you can leave the sleeping bags and the summer gear at home in turn so that a camper can have many personalities during the year. Slim should be proud that his channel is more about the travel and the skills he's learned getting there and it's refreshing that he keeps it free of politics as well as other such nuggets that some just can't help themselves in including. Indeed his 100K Mark is well earned though what he'll do with the heavy plaque that KZbin provides if he wants it is intriguing since he will find a secondary use for it as well. 🔨🔨⚙✂️

[@luciemewes614]

Great to see you’re out again and I love the tour inside. I like the bar keeping the tubs in the cupboard and the cargo net. Thanks for taking us along ,

[@empret7704]

Congrats on 100 K, excellent editing word ... I enjoy this adventure ... ",)

[@ronpreece3429]

Your inspiring me to Covid Quarantine in the woods in our 22’ Travelaire Motorhome.

[@RavenOakSpiral]

Do it for the rest of us who can't at this time. There is nothing better than nature and the relief it brings to us of like minds. Happy trails!

[@j.a.b.9976]

100,000 subs! Congratulations to a awesome guy who brings us awesome content. I think I came in around 20,000 + or - and its been fun watching your adventures. thanks Slim

[@jennbroc4660]

It's nice to see you back out in the wilderness and the scenery is lovely.

[@mrosliibrahim1574]

Great Outing Slim. Have been waiting for the great trip

[@KevinOsborne1987]

Exciting stuff!!! First trip out!

[@curiousone2581]

Absolutely stunning!!!

[@catzcradle]

Yay congrats on everything!!!

[@LexandRiot]

Congratulations!!! So well deserved - the subscribers and the successful camping!

[@charliethomas59]

Slim love your vidos. You have a great life style. Always look forward watching your vidos.

[@vivienne6004]

Your very welcome Slim. I have watched you for 2 1/2 years and enjoyed every video you have shared with us. You are truly an inspiration for making my camper more efficient.

[@monicauyeno7368]

Congratulations!!!