Four Season Truck Camper in the Snow, Wind and Ice

This is part two of my 3-day adventure. The winter weather snow advisory is over and I'm ready to find a campground. Unfortunately, most of the boondocking and rustic camping is snowed in. I'm left with the only option I usually would not take, a State Park. It all works out in the end, and I have a really great time. The truck and camper handled the storm like a pro. I'm happy to have the four-season Arctic Fox. I did experience more issues with the GoPro, I should have my new camera in the mail and these cameras can go right in the trash. I will never buy another GoPro product. Thanks for coming along on this little adventure.

[@user-pd3vg3nn3y]

Hi Kenny what a Gorgeous Awesome Beautiful Amazing Scenery to be Honest Gorgeous 😊

[@mukeshdas2628]

Really wonderful place.. Love from Assam (India)

[@bangkapihappy8295]

Traveled all over the lower 48. For me , one of the best drives is from Thunder Bay, Ontario down to Duluth . Only did it in summer . This makes me want to go in the winter . Great video !

[@1tpmg]

Your videos are superb. Keep living my dream. 😀

[@stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314]

Duluth is a beautiful place.

[@ericnunn8856]

In your neck of the woods definitely thank god for insulation 😊🤙

[@jeremiahgonzalez1032]

I living through your video because we didn't go camping (CHRISTMAS)this year

[@patriciawilson5950]

Love the beautiful white, green and blue sky of mother nature, the ultimate artist. Thank you!

[@patriciawilson5950]

I moved to northern Michigan over 50 years ago, and I still am in wonder of the beauty of if . 50 years later and I thank God we made this move.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

@patriciawilson5950 Beautiful comment! I agree with you 💯

[@johnlord8337]

Now using music background and drones - definitely getting to be top-notch production and editing features. Kudos 10*

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks!

[@JakeMersch]

This guys my favorite KZbinr. Love your content… Atleast 15 😂

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it.

[@jdtravelers1361]

LOL!! As I get older it has become harder to lose my winter "insulation"... Originally from the northeast.. sunglasses are a must on the sunny days.. beautiful area you are in. Stay safe sir..

[@jdtravelers1361]

P.S. Always loved the "quite" the day after a snowstorm...

[@kthom89]

Also thanks for sharing I like your videos of the places you go to but I like seeing how you adapt to camper living in how you cook and do things inside the camper and I want to wish you a Merry Christmas as well

[@didibolter9362]

Hi Kenny 🖑! I have enjoyed EVERY video that you've made, you are BETTER than PROFESSIONAL people! 🤗 🤗 🤗 How can you drive so well in the snow my friend? The snow sure doesn't bother you, NO SIR!! ❄ Take care and ❄❄❄ ❄Keep Camping❄❄❄❄ Your friend, Didi 👋 ❄❄❄❄

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I have to thank you for the Valentines Day cards! Mandi and I received the cards this weekend. It was very nice of you. Thank you for thinking of us!

[@didibolter9362]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Hey Kenny, you and Mandi are my friends, why wouldn't I or shouldn't I think of you two!?! 🤔 You silly guy! 😅 😄 😃 😂 I'am so happy that you received your Valentine's Day cards, I know that their not much, but, it's just my way to show you and Mandi that I like you all. 🤗 🤗 🤗 Enjoy your day! Tomorrow, Friday Feb. 9th, I am sending you a box, one is for you Kenny and the other box is for Mandi. It's a chip and dip set, plastic and dishwasher safe. I got myself one and I LOVE it, I have vegetables in it, I cut up carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, green bell peppers and apple slices in it, so anytime that I want a snack, I just go and get whatever I want. I thought that would be great in your Artic Fox Kenny, and Mandi likes her vegetables so I got you each one, hope you like it!! 👍👍🍇 🍒 🍉 🍏 🍎 🍓 🎣🐠🐟🐡Keep Camping🚙🔥🌲🌞 Your friend, Didi 👋 ❤ 🌲 ❤ 🌲 Hello Sweet Tilli, 😍 😚 😙🐕🐾

[@vince9737]

My wife and I are trunk camper enthusiasts and love your videos. Thank you.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thank you so much !!

[@johnlord8337]

Need to just bring along your own fire ring as a volcano cooker - and it fulfills all fire and ranger conditions. One can even put in back of pickup and cooking with coals with hot meal in process. then pull over and have a fresh hot cooked meal. Volcano cookers are good - or if you find a small SOLO fire ring and cooker. Even better is my John-firecan cooker unit. All the cooking items you need in the size of an oversized Coleman vacuum bottle.

[@BillSprague]

“When they (tracks) disappear, I don’t god there.” 😂 Get a pair of YakTrax for walking around on ice. I’m old and don’t do falls anymore. 😉 The Minnesota woods is always stunning to behold. Thanks!

[@whuop-wadeshumbleopinion625]

20:30 WOAH! Sweet view

[@richardkoch8752]

Great video Kenny! Man, I felt that one "oopsi-da" Scared the bejeebers out of me when you were walking on the icy concrete to the lighthouse. What a shame GoPro can't get their act together.....the photography on the third day of the stream and waterfall were spectacular! Thanks for bringing them to us :) Sure love winter camping. Thank you for sharing your trips with us! Merry Christmas!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I laughed while editing the video, you can hear the wind getting knocked out of me. I really enjoyed that little trip. I will get back up there to check out the other State Parks soon. I will have a few more 3 days weekends with the holidays.

[@Retired-nohurry]

Having grown in cold and snow country I don't miss driving on snow packed roads, or the cold. Great video tho.

[@curve5746]

Once you see the beauty in something, it is never forgotten

[@user-ms1yw1cs1d]

Hey kenney, your videos are really neat, I love camping,fishing not a good hunter, thank you kenney

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks for watching.

[@markatraveler3238]

Have a great holiday season , Merry Christmas, see you next year as always stay safe and healthy .

[@kthom89]

Very beautiful it does look like a Christmas card, but not for me 🥶 Very cold

[@jeffreythompson1158]

Keep traveling, great videos enjoy them . Wished my truck camper was 4 season to enjoy this uncrowded time of year.

[@l.b.3148]

Yak tracks. Reasonable. Menard's has a version as well, a little cheaper. I wear daily in MN winter. They go on and off my boots. I have for years. If you want to spend some cash, I have Icebug boots as well. If you are a daily walker on ice and snow, but not too deep they are nice. And the studs can be replaced. Just some options to keep you upright in winter!

[@50spudman]

👍✌️it is a good looking outfit for sure

[@randylester1219]

Great content and video, thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas and stay safe 🌲.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Merry Christmas

[@DCGULL01]

Great shots (the ones you were able to save!) but, I gotta say- please, be careful! That water at Grand Marie was around freezing and the human body doesn't do well in that kind of shocking cold (ax me how I know, Kenny!) Then, a broken forearm or tibia is really hard to overcome when alone....in the cold, far from other people. Jes Sayin' Bud! And I worry about you & shock, I saw your breakfast- dangerous levels of fat in that delicious brew you concocted there (potatos 1st, Kenny!) Where the heck is Mandy when you need someone to protect you from yourself? She & I- we're gonna have a lil sitdown... She must be assuming that you are responsible adult- I haven't seen your adult card? Heck, I never got one! hahaha Yet ANOTHER great video, sir! Thanks

[@mandib757]

David, He definitely doesn’t have his Adult card. He wouldn’t listen to me anyway so I just let him do his thing. I had mini heart attack when I watched it as well….. I would have not walked out that far. But I caution more on the safe side. ;)

[@EdExTechur]

Re: Go-Pro and batteries... last year I purchased a powered hand warmer at Costco.. don't recall the brand, but it charges up with a normal phone charger and can last all day. Also, I charge my phone and headphones from it when I'm out and about. Perhaps keeping one in your pocket with your batteries and camera will help keep it warm? Just a thought. Ed

[@terrymathis4213]

Error or no error u do awesome videos. B safe in u travels.

[@TheEdelKampers]

Thank you so much for sharing your trip with us. Neither one of us are winter campers but love seeing it on youtube. We just purchased a pop up camper that we will have installed this Tuesday. Have been learning a lot from watching your videos. Mary 💕 Fred

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Mary & Fred!!

[@kthom89]

You breakfast looks yummy but that's two breakfast for me 🤣🤣🤣

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I was eating it for 3 days, I got my fill. Merry Christmas!

[@kthom89]

@@KennyOfAllTrades okay 👍

[@brianbouchard1947]

Thanks for the video Kenny, I enjoyed it. Happy Holidays to you and your family.

[@MissouriPenny]

Love your channel watching from Miami Florida ❤️ 😍 thanks for sharing 👍🏼 😀 😊

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It's so cool that you went back and checked out some older videos. I really appreciate all the comments too!

[@bobbleheadwil4075]

Winter camping is just the best.

[@Roger30303030]

Beautiful

[@jefflink4671]

Great video Kenny

[@e-square9976]

Awesome video….as usual. I love winter camping. Heading out next week for a few days. Thanks for sharing all the tips and video. Peace.

[@Goldswan1]

Every winter for the past 5 years I winter camp at Tettagouche and Cascade. Nothing like the Cascade for a winter weekend. Then a trip through Grand Marais and a little backwoods exploring. Loving your videos and sharing them with my youngest.

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

its nice you can use the camper with the slide in

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

For sure, I like not having to put out the slide, especially in parking lots.

[@brianterrel388]

Merry Christmas Kenny to you and your family.Keep up the great videos

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, Merry Christmas!

[@williamlandry8081]

Great video Kenny! Keep them coming. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Merry Christmas, I'm going to get a Christmas / New Years video out next week.

[@bluethunder1951]

I truly believe in living in the moment when exploring new areas for the first time, what really makes them memorable is some kind if mishap that sticks with you for ever. Love the lighthouse walk.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.

[@KevPuc]

Another great video!❤

[@ShadowWolf3030]

My new favorite channel,. . love your videos

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Awesome, thanks!

[@ShadowWolf3030]

no. . . . thank you for shareing your personal journey's and tips. . your videos are art

[@whuop-wadeshumbleopinion625]

14:58, that looks like the pier in Ludington in the winter, a tad more narrow.

[@shaneswayze6228]

Very cool video Kenny..looks cold there beautiful scenery.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Shane

[@EdExTechur]

I'm told the pre-filled tanks are filled to 75%. I had a guy 'top mine off' a couple of summers back (Texas, remember), and when I got to the farm 2 of them were venting gas. Lucky I didn't blow the place up. I'm sure there's a happy medium in there somewhere. Ed

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

You are 100% right. I had that happen to me. I just filled a tank and had it in the back seat of the jeep. The darn thing opened up and started spraying out propane while I was on the road. I ended up throwing out that tank. I'm not exactly sure what the problem was, but it was filled just a few minutes prior.

[@EdExTechur]

@@KennyOfAllTrades That was simply 'venting' from overfill. I always carry 4 full 20's, just in case i find a place where I want to stay for a few days. I almost always have electricity, and I drag around a DirecTV dish. I've gotta have my Astros games at night in the summer. Ed

[@minivandokker4freelife]

great ..✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@ramonapuckett3059]

Great scenery! Thanks for taking us along oh and I really appreciate you putting in the month/year and the location on the videos. Not the specific location, that would be no fun! Your area in Minnesota is beautiful and I’m also glad you didn’t get hurt on that icy walk to the lighthouse ❤

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks! I was thinking the same with dates and general locations. It's a good reminder for me as well. I appreciate you checking out the older videos!

[@jsadamsster]

Beautiful video. Pretty scary walking to the lighthouse. I wouldn't do that. :)

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks! That was an awesome day.

[@ellwoodaherns3355]

good to see some mn. winter videos

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'm glad you enjoy them. I have a number of them from last year. I don't get many chances to travel far.

[@Swindy1794]

I too like to winter camp, but #1 lesson i learned was, propane. Always take more than you think you’ll need. Nothing worse than waking up cold and no choice but to leave earlier than you wanted. Great video👍.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

True, great advice.

[@mandib757]

So Beautiful, love the Gnome house. I would have made you stop to look. ;)

[@terrymathis4213]

Got home from work; and first thing I do put u videos on. I love that music u choose so relaxing. It's gorgeous there, but watch u step. Yeah! A fire ring. Question does anywhere let u bring in your own fire ring? I know I once had to get rid of wood I brought from another place.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's a good question. I was thinking about getting one of those smokeless fire pits because a lot of remote sites don't have a fire rings.

[@drewpackman2929]

The ranger station in Tofte. Picked up several permits there. Only 15 pounds of propane from blue rhino in a 21 pound cylinder and its expensive.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

You got it; the folks there are always helpful. I agree with the Blue Rhino comment; the propane is super expensive.

[@robertdodd9623]

I guess special places are most enjoyed on special occasions. It's wonderful to have places to enjoy after much anticipation. Just wondering, why does your Instrument cluster flash on and off ?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's a good question. The light flickers because the frequency of the Leds matches the camera frame rate. It doesn't flash unless you look at it through the camera.

[@kcgunesq]

Blue Rhino and others only fill them about 80% full, but charge more than a full tank costs to refill. If you have the time, you'll probably save over $20 by refilling.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

You are 100% correct. I try to have my local Tractor Supply fill them. They charge 10 bucks. The guy even opens that valve on the side to purge all the air out of the tank when he starts to fill.

[@anelson4072]

Kenny, what magnetic device did you put on your propane tanks? Love your videos!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Those are motion sensors. I place them on the truck and camper when I'm out boondocking. I hate when someone knocks on the door and I'm parked in the middle of nowhere. It can be startling at times. The sensors make me aware that someone getting close to the rig. That way I'm up and ready to say hi before they knock on the door.

[@jeffreywaychoff5506]

Thanks for sharing. What type of work are you in. Looking forward to 2022.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I really have not shared much of my life outside of my love for traveling. I guess I could go into it a little. I work in the public service sector for the state of MN. I have done a lot of different occupations. I was an electrician in my younger days, then an auto service technician, and recently after 10 years of Law Enforcement I am now using the skills I learned to work for the State. I would rather travel full-time. This KZbin channel has to take off!

[@jeffreywaychoff5506]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Thanks. I'm looking at early retirement and going to purchase a Truck Camper and tour the U.S.A. you & Vic sharing your adventure's helped me make my decision to leave the Corporate world early.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

@@jeffreywaychoff5506 Right on. I know retirement savings is important, but I sometimes feel like I'm working away the best years of my life. My plan is to one day be able to document my travels full-time. Until then "the man" has me tied down.

[@ScottPipho-vv1ux]

10 million years ago there were volcanoes along the north shore.

[@rosiehomer1492]

Tractor Supply only gives you 4 gallons too

[@psfphotography]

You might like the movie The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, with Ben Stiller. Regular guy goes off on an adventure to find a person but ends up finding himself

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That sounds like an awesome movie. I'll definitely check it out. Thanks!

[@scottfranson4215]

3,077 views • Dec 21, 2021 1st time Here Bro . Nice Video of your Area 5*s Very good on narrating. from FL. 1/2/2022 Weather here is Ok air condition on . You`d make a Great Sale Guy for your State .. A lot of American History in MN. Ya a lot of us that like to get out kind of afford a lot of People Some folks Need the Peace .

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, much appreciated!

[@susanhill9166]

Hi Kenny, what's the music that you played on this video ??? I liked it a lot

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Hay Susan, I get all my music off Epidemic Sound. If you give me an idea of the time of the songs, I will definitely let you know. Another option that I will do if I'm looking for a song that I hear on a KZbin video is to ask Google "what song is playing" on my cell phone, while the video is playing on the TV or computer.

[@susanhill9166]

Ok thanks

[@BeyondtheBack40]

Heyyy I have a 2022 arctic fox and I really want to use it as home base for skiing and snowshoeing this winter up in Canada. Just wondering how well your camper holds up in the winter. Do you keep the wate going or winterized it?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I do winterize it. I wait as long as I can. I run a small heater in the drain compartment and keep fans running in the basement. But there comes a time when it gets to expensive.. This is a video explaining it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWa6e5yVhaaiptU

[@BeyondtheBack40]

@@KennyOfAllTrades hey Thankyou :) I love your vibe!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, I stay pretty laid back. I watch Chrome on Vancity and love all his energy, and wish I had that for my channel but that's just not me. But there's all types on KZbin, I think that is what makes the platform great.

[@MonacoRocha]

Hi Kenny ... Any Wild Animals there? Bears Cougars ect.. ?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

We got Black Bear, Gray and Timber Wolfs, Coyotes, Fox, Bobcats, lynx, and unofficially cougars. I don't know if the DNR recognizes mountain lions or Cougars in our area, but it is getting more common to see them. I have spoke with Law Enforcement up north, they say the Wolf and Moose are the most dangerous to run into.

[@MonacoRocha]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Ok Thanks Kenny.... BE CAREFUL.... LOL !!!

[@slmjake]

Whats your vote for the best cold weather truck camper brand? I am thinking Bigfoot or Northern Lite?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's a tuff question. I love the Northern Lite and Bigfoot. The two piece clam shell design is going to outlast the competition. But Lance and some others that use azdel siding and don't have to worry about delamination, so it's less of an issue. Then there's Arctic Fox, the camper that made Truck Camping for me feel like a four star hotel. I did have an opportunity to check out a Northern Lite. I was a little disappointed with how small it felt compared to my Arctic Fox. The lack of head room in the Northern Lite was noticeable as well. I have never been in a Host or Eagle Cap, they look very capable , but heavier then my AF. The Cirrus looks interesting with the in floor heat. That would be awesome in the winter! Sooooo awesome! So I can't pick! Right now I'm happy with my Arctic Fox. I paid 6 grand for it. I Initially looked for a Northern Lite, but even a twenty year old camper cost 15 grand. So I say get what you can afford and be comfortable in.

[@slmjake]

@@KennyOfAllTrades excellent feedback

[@nursenasdaq]

I'm torn between this and a popup truck camper. I'm like you prefer to stay north.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I had a pop up once. It was a nice step up from a tent. There was a lot of maintenance to the one I owned. I would get condensation on the walls just like a tent. If I didn't let out dry completely I would get a moldy smell. Mine wasn't usable without the top up. That was a pain because I go in and out of my camper a lot while traveling. I didn't like the canvas walls. It still felt like a tent to me. The walls would frost up in the cold, and get wet with high humidity. So my opinion.....the pop-up was a nice upgrade from a tent. It got me into the Truck Camper game. I consider the hard side a step-up from the soft side. I would not go back. But with that said we all use our campers differently. Some people wouldn't consider a hard side because of there needs.

[@nursenasdaq]

@@KennyOfAllTrades do you keep it on your truck all the time? Mine will have to stay loaded.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

The current camper has been in the bed of my truck for almost 2 years. I really take it out, almost never. Only if I need the truck for work or something. Otherwise the camper is in the truck 365 days a year.

[@nursenasdaq]

@@KennyOfAllTrades that is what I am looking for. Hotels during my contracts and camper on weekends and between contracts.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

@@nursenasdaq I absolutely love my camper. I work a regular Monday through Friday job and make videos on Saturday and Sunday. I've been doing that every weekend for over a year and a half. I have only missed 2 videos. I think the only way that I could keep going with this schedule is because the camper feels like an apartment. It dosent feel like I'm ruffing it out in the middle of the forest even though I'm boondocking in the forest 75% of the time.

[@truckcampinglife]

Wow I haven't seen a pay phone that still works in years.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It was to make the reservation at the Park. The cell service is not the best in northern MN.

[@goober9983]

You probably answered this question 20 times in the comments... did the GoPros eventually start working correctly 😮

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

The 9 is complete trash so I bought the Go Pro 10. The cold weather performance is horrible on it. They came out with a new cold weather performance battery. It lasts about 10 minutes longer than the originals. But I'm still using the Gopro 10.

[@KevPuc]

@@KennyOfAllTrades I saw a positive review of the DJI Osmo Action 4 camera. I’ve not used any video cameras as of yet. How many cameras do you use for your filming? You inspired me to pick up a DJI Mini 4 Pro drone which I’m having fun with! Trying not to crash it😉😳 Kevin

[@tpseeker3367]

Wow a Pay Phone???? Not sure which is more of a rarity, a payphone or a quarter? BTW how many quarters did it take to use the pay phone? The day I don't think twice about the things around me when I step outside is when I'd be moving. People are in toooooo much of a rush anymore. Sad that gpro's are Forcing people to buy new batteries instead of replacing manufacturer defected products.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Lol. The payphone was at the State Park Office. It's used to make reservations and emergency calls. There's not a lot of cell towers in northern MN, service is spotty at best. The phone looks just like an old payphone but dosen't cost anything. I think a few people have gotten a chuckle out of the payphone.

[@tpseeker3367]

Well it was a chuckle @@KennyOfAllTrades that had perfect timing.

[@rosiehomer1492]

When you exchange those tanks at a convenience store you don't get 5 gallons do you? Only four.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Exchanging tanks at the gas station is a last resort option. They noticeably weigh less compared to a tank that's refilled. And when I get my tanks refilled, some guys watch the scale closely. Other guys will purge the air out and fill the tank until it won't except anymore propane. Those tanks feel like they weigh twice as much as an exchanged tank.

[@rosiehomer1492]

@@KennyOfAllTrades yes sir I do the same thing.

[@anthonypaquette4830]

Do you have heated tanks

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes. But when it gets into late December, I no longer carry water. It is too expensive to keep the tanks warm while I'm at work all week. I only go out on the weekends.

[@justine7400]

Those blue rhino tanks are garbage they only fill them 3/4 full typically 15lbs max always get your tanks filled vs swap if you can those exchanges are a ripoff. Also watch for the manufacturing date on the thanks that you swap because they will give you out of date tanks and their recertification process and B.S. sticker are a joke too

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

You are 100% correct. Exchanging tanks is a joke. I try to get mine filled at tractor supply. I don't like it when I'm forced to overpay for an exchange.