Solo Female Camping Done Different

[@johnniejohnson73]

Kelly had me cracking up with the "go on, git" at Mr. Armadillo 😂

[@gracemccoy2874]

Oh I know right! Her accent was hilarious! 🤣

[@HoodMedusa]

right hahahha. "That darn Fredrick!"

[@thomasreaves302]

Armadillos are known carriers of leprosy.

[@bulldog236us]

We love Lake Kissimmee State Park, camped there five times and had a ball. We did stay in that very same Pioneer glamping tent in August of '22 and thought the ambiance was nice but it rained on us non-stop. Since then they built decks to go underneath the tents (there's one for each loop, so two, total) and that means no one's gonna get washed out like we did. I loved this video; I think it's time for us to go back since the improvements there mean we'll definitely stay high-and-dry no matter what happens. Just a tip for you: lighting that cute, lil' propane stove inside the tent is risky. And it's a no-no in the state park system. Better safe than sorry!

[@RachelRoyer-kv1ue]

Love your adventures, Kelly! Your channel is one of my faves. You inspired me to book a solo trip to 2 Florida state parks this summer. Finally woke up and realized I’m tired of sitting around waiting for “Mr. Right” or a group of friends to travel with. Everyone has so many excuses-gotta work, too tired, too broke, you name it. The time is now! 🌴🥾🥾 Safe travels!

[@ralphp3057]

Definitely!! We have some beautiful SP . I live in Fl for my whole life . Still haven’t been to all 174 parks!

[@kellyhays23]

This is amazing! So proud of you and excited for ya!

[@punjabseth260]

👍👌

[@BillStraub303]

I love how heavy your accent got when you got mad at the armadillo!! ❤

[@jlaff2982]

Hey Kelly, enjoying your videos and the variety you put on the channel. I also love cooking with a dutch oven!! So this was right up my alley! One of my favorite pieces of kit for cooking with a dutch oven is a lid lifter.....keeps the fingers from getting toasted! Thanks for your videos, and keep up the good work!

[@jrcriner6542]

Kelly I want to recommend a KZbin channel called Outdoor Boys. It’s a dad and his boy’s camping all over the world but mostly in Alaska. I’ve seen some of your videos where you are cold at night and he has a great solution. He pours boiling water into a plastic bottle and puts it in his sleeping bag. It will keep you warm at night and you will have water in the morning for coffee that’s not frozen 😊

[@steveblindlost9424]

Welcome back to Florida! We spent a month in Arkansas last summer and greatly enjoyed it. Being a Florida native it's always a joy to see you exploring places around here that we are familiar with. God bless.

[@user-David-Alan]

So glad to see you back where you belong Florida girl. Of course, I am biased. Kelly, you have become a natural in front of the camera. Did you know you could have another channel called " Kelly's Camp side Cooking". Has a nice ring to it. I think the Ebike is awesome and a great addition to your repertoire. I hope you are having fun and enjoying yourself. Can't wait for the next video to see what you are up to. Stay well and be safe.

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

.. Or just "Kelly Hays Cooks " ..

[@jq2911]

It's good to see you give Florida so much love. Welcome back. Looks like you just missed our little group camp 3 weeks ago at HangCon 2024. There are so many beautiful spots here to camp and that new software will help you get the most out of the area. Can't wait to see more of what you come up with.floridahanger

[@Jim_Tabor]

Welcome back, Check out Circle B near Lakeland , great trails and a lot of wildlife. A lot of big gator we’re out this week with the cooler weather.

[@Time4myself4me]

So glad to have you back. This was my favorite video yet . Kelly Cooks is a great addition 😊❤

[@paulinalouise4502]

love, Loved, LOVED this adventure, and especially now that you have an ebike ! I got one, too, last year and have fallen in love with it. Am looking forward to riding it on the many rail trails around the nation. Would love to go on an adventure with you on our ebikes, if you'd be interested ! ....... Old railroad beds went in amongst some of the most beautiful areas, including the Virginia Creeper Trail, which crosses the AT............also loved seeing you start the day reading the Bible.....i have been reading it from cover to cover for the last 9 years and am starting on my 10th time reading it through, am in Leviticus now..........it's a good habit to get into...........i got an armadillo hanging around my cabin, as well.........i just leave it be and let it suck up all the grubs under the leaves.....i also heard they carry the leprosy virus.....another reason why i don't mess with it.....glad Fredrick didn't bite cha ! .........keep up the great adventures ! i'm lovin' them all !

[@severecracker3640]

From. Flo Native…. Welcome back I never have used any charcoal in my fire pits. I cook on the fire and have learned from many mistakes. Now I’m good at it. Just be patient slow down. The fire will work for you. Also learn to split wood with an ax. Now that you did Kissimmee River State park. Now do Kissimmee Prairie State Park and preserve. You hiked through it. Hike out 3 miles to the primitive camp. You’ll thank me later. It’s very nice. There is a pitcher pump there and it does work.

[@DougZeiser]

Great video! That meal you cooked looked so freaking good. I know I would not be able to make it last a whole week lol. I love armadillos. I hope I get to see one that close someday! Also, you have great composition skills. The way you utilized the Spanish moss was stellar. I'd love to see more of your photography.

[@JeremyChernan]

Enchiladas look bomb!! Just a quick hint from someone who also has been cooking/catering for a long while. If you drop your tortillas in hot oil for a few seconds then set aside to roll your filling your enchiladas will come out soft and not dry also you forgot to add cheese on top haha jk that would be what I’d do!! I’ll have to try your filler though that recipe looks and sounds really good! So thank you lol

[@CodyandKellie]

Love some siete brand!

[@Victory1981]

Nice! I definitely have to do that regarding the pioneer-style camping. I like how you cook, and it seems you cook really well. I’m currently doing some hiking programs, and I’m thinking about starting a KZbin Channel.

[@timothywright5730]

Nice work! I’ve been following the places that you go to, and looking them up for my next adventure, keep up the good work

[@EnriqueReyesJrREALTOR]

Kelly, you have more cooking spices, & equipment than I do at home! What kind of cooling do you have? You said this was your meal prep for the week. How are you storing it for a week? I bought a house in Alma, Arkansas. I’m in California. LOL! You were scaring off the Armadillo while you were trying to eat! That was funny. Thanks for the detailed explanation on what & how you’re doing during cooking & camping.

[@Ekim1956]

I'm originally from New England. I've hiked and climbed all over the country. I moved to Florida in 2004. My farm is in Levy County across from Goethe forest. I love old world NATURAL, WONDERFUL Florida! Thank you for showing off that aspect of Florida. Ya, it's flat, but the variety of animals, plants, springs, peace and quiet can't be beat! Check out Goethe forest some time! Keep up the great work!! Be safe out there!

[@susaanelia11]

Hey Kelly, I live in Lake Wales and been to the park so many times. You should have hiked the Buster Island Trail it's 7 miles and very nice.

[@extraart1]

KELLY HAYS GOURMET CAMPFIRE COOKING! Looks delicious! Arkansas camping is beautiful, but glad you were able to head back to tropical Florida.

[@jrcriner6542]

I’m a new subscriber. I’ve been a subscriber to Dome Life for a long time and it’s becoming a game for me while I’m catching up on all of your content to find the Dome Life logo or merchandise in each video lol. Really enjoy your videos thanks

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

...Wow ,, That looked like a great outing ... and campsite .... Lol,, dinner with Frederick .... Hey Kelly , I use taco seasoning in many meals .. don't you add water in yours ?? Makes the Ground beef taste a little better (moister) and still mixes well with everything else ... Dinner looked awesome ,, I'm sure tasted great as well , just ask Frederick .... Q : Do you need to pedal an electric bike ?? ..

[@joebacarella1304]

When you removed the lid and those babies were bubbling, it looked so darn good!!! Nice job!! Love your videos, Kelly....keep them coming!!

[@RJ-ix4co]

That tent is amazing! I love my heybike! I do wish mine was the drop bar like yours. I’m only 5’4” and mine has the straight backbone bar. Hard for me to swing my stubby legs over at times haha. I wish more of my friends would get some ebikes.

[@robertl6819]

Glad to see your back! The Kissimmee River areas very cool!

[@bsfishing7073]

Oh that is so cool it sounds like you’re a pioneer back in the day do you have to set it up😅

[@bsfishing7073]

I’m jealous hey that would be a good place to bring someone on their honeymoon❤

[@cyndigg2889]

Great video, like always, Kelly! I love FL, so glad I get to visit vicariously through you when you're there. Curios on what kind of vest pack that is. I've checked the gear list, but I dont see it. If anyone knows, Id appreciateit.

[@kellyhays23]

It’s a Salomon adv skin 12 womens

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

While arguing with the armadillo, I was waiting for you to say, ‘ Don’t make me go get Mr. Hayes to come out here!’ Another KZbinr, Slim Potatohead, had an encounter with an armadillo and it bit him it became a medical thing, but it turned out ok. The history of Florida and their cattle “ranching” is very interesting. You might enjoy reading up on that. It is great to see you here again, 9L.

[@loriking3319]

Lmao Fred the armadillo. I was in Boca grande area and they are everywhere. I want to go back to Florida. Never been to Kissimmee. Trying to get going. Got a motorhome and a truck. Wanting to maybe get a van and sell the two. But love having my motorhome. Just too big most places. 31 feet 1983! Worried about the breakdowns with my autistic daughter.

[@JoeandEmmaLee]

We friggin love armadillos! Also, that is such a rad spot to camp! We have the green version of that Siete enchilada sauce and taco seasoning in our pantry right now😂

[@richardross7219]

Nice video. Be careful where you charge the bike. They are known to start fires. When using the cable to lock up the bike, weave it through the wheels and the frame. The dutch oven cooking looked sooo good. Get the lid handle for the dutch oven to save your fingers. You need to have a good camp knife, most will have a can opening blade or you can buy a P-38 can opener like we used in the Army. I still have one with my dog tags. Have fun. Good Luck, Rick

[@davidlooney3018]

Good video. Get you a p38 can opener at army navy store. Mines saves me about once a year when no can opener is available. Looks like a cool place. Thanks for sharing.

[@claramullen]

Hi Kelly welcome back. Everyone deserves a little pampering once in a while that is a nice set up. I love that park it is beautiful I've tent camped there many times.

[@MerrittHoney]

We call armadillos “ opossum on the half shell” 😂

[@keitheverhart9556]

That looks like a beautiful place to camp. The echidnas looked delicious. I love your t shirt. Your battle with the armadillo was priceless. Great video.

[@chriscon8463]

That’s a great camp! I have a Dutch oven but I kind of got away from using it. I’ll have to get it out & find some recipes for it again. Frederick the Armadillo was really funny!

[@paavoviuhko7250]

I love that recipe idea. I'm anxious to try something similar. Glad to see you in a warmer climate. But that armadillo is making camping more stressful than thru hiking. Best wishes.

[@JasonfromEarth]

Great video! I've been hiking 3-5 days a week after work and working on building my miles up on the weekend. I'm only up to doing 4-6 miles at once (without feeling like Death itself) but I am working on it. Keep up the great work!

[@diamondbackking4141]

Welcome back to Florida ! Great to get away from the biting COLD ! 😊

[@diamondbackking4141]

Wow Kelly, your skills have come so far...cooking, camping, photography, & yes,, now an armadillo whisperer !😂😊❤❤ thanks for another fun adventure !! God bless you with traveling mercies! We are praying 🙏 for your protection !! ❤❤

[@redkelly8552]

Love the video…looked up that park and the tent but they don’t show prices!! How much was that if you don’t mind me asking?? Might look into it!

[@jamesconnell323]

There are 3 New National Parks that have awesome Hiking. That would be good video Oppertunities for viewers. Few have seen those trails and Parks.

[@MakeupByIrene1]

Stayed at that Same pioneer tent last month. Cute and pretty private! Welcome back to Florida! 😊

[@ralphp3057]

Welcome back to my home state Kelly. I love camping cooking over the pit ! Yup, even in the summer Fl heat ! I like your Videos. Thanks Kelly for sharing your camp/ hike adventures! 👍😁

[@snark007]

Welcome back to Florida Fredrick sure does bring out the Arkansas in you. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us.

[@MrEllio7]

Loved the armadillo as the uninvited guest at dinner. Thanks for sharing another outdoor overnight adventure.

[@MattAustinGaming]

I wish I could've left Hot Springs for Florida when it was 14 degrees and icy here but my boss wasn't having it haha...great video girl!

[@ActionMan73]

This was a great video!!!!! What kind of shovel did you use at the fire pit?

[@RickINFJ]

This was a 21-minute vacation. What a perfect forest niche. ⛺️ And the sound of those enchiladas when you pulled the lid! 😮 Shout out to Frederick and Miss Hays. 😂 This made my week, thank you, 9L. ✌️

[@Vulcanfanatic]

I really enjoyed watching your video, loved Frederick! I love how you name animals you encounter on your hikes! Those enchiladas looked delicious! I would love to try them.

[@TK-gm4ot]

I loved it when the armadillo made your Arkansaw come out! You're such a delight to watch. Thank you. Bless you and keep you 🙏

[@UltimateBodyChalleng]

I loved that you showed your morning devo....always staying true to you :) I'm going there in March thanks to you showing this video.

[@starman9458]

Those enchiladas look great and the overlook is beautiful. Your cooking is superior! I’ve never tried any enchiladas.

[@tblmt]

I love how you make me see Florida differently. I am a Floridian. Your videos are so refreshing.

[@leedanielson7452]

Kelly, glad to see ya back here in FL....You class up the joint!!!😂❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@vickslab4608]

Florida pulls you in like a magnet. One of us! One of us!🤣

[@ervinslens]

Shots and overall atmosphere so unique here my friend! Bravo 👏👏

[@NoOverhead]

Just a quick recommendation. Look up "shock mount holder" for your Rode mic, as well as "windscreen foam cover". That $20 investment from those two things will make you soooooo much happier with that mic as a vlog camera. As a "hiking vlogger" myself, it took a year before someone recommended those things to me lol. Great video as always, and safe travels!!!

[@phillipkirkland847]

Welcome back to our Beautiful State. Love it, Love it, Love it.

[@southernlife6584]

I've lived in Florida my hole life, but my family is from Arkansas. I've been going up in June for family reunions, Mt view area. It's so Beautiful up there. Keep up the Adventures.

[@Heath.Hikes.]

That tent setup was actually pretty awesome. To wake up in the Florida woodlands with the sounds of nature and you’re in a real bed is definitely glamping and not overdoing the glamping, while still being out in nature. Congrats on the kickbutt meal you made too.

[@bnoblit]

I gotta say this Chickapoo I'm really envious. The place, the time, the temperature! Its like 30° here so it's awesome to see in February. Biking. Deer. The tent-scape is awesome. The park is amazing. The set up is so cool and fantastic! Thanks for sharing. 🎉😎

[@bannerpage]

Florida loves and needs Kelly Hays Hikes !

[@andrewchaney242]

Wow now seeing you reading that Bible says it all. I don't see that on people channels. You have my most respect.

[@georgegaylord]

Was baptized in 2019 in the middle of a hurricane Lol The Bible is the only book you will ever need for comfort. The channel is great and nice to see Florida again . Spent winter on my dads farms in Ocala and Vero Beach tending Thoroughbred horses. Loved to hike and kayak the mangos.

[@stockbulll]

I love the campfire cooking videos!

[@socaloutdoors7355]

That was very cool. First vid watched of your channel, new sub’er here… Great edit, content and very well done. Look forward to catching up on older vids. Cheers from San Diego

[@Chefsailorjay]

Awesome video it’s. Really hidden gem of a park really nice area and great to get around like ya did keep up the awesome work safe travels

[@hyrumjoe8794]

Great video. I'm planning to do some long term camping this summer. Just curious, what is the size of your tent and what did you end up paying for it. I love the way you decorated it inside!

[@outdooradventuresandsurvival]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing! That camera is amazing. Love the star pics

[@813kengarcia]

Ayyy welcome back, Kelly. FL loves you!

[@jannajohnson7568]

Frederick was so cute. I’ve never had an armadillo join me while camping. How special. I’m lovin’ Florida.

[@Eds_PanAm]

Boy, did your accent come out when that armadillo come around "Go, git" lol that was great

[@musingwithreba9667]

Frederick is soooo cute! 😊 I've never met an armadillo in person. Maybe someday. That tent and campsite is crazy! I'd love to spend a week or so out in the backcountry in something like that. With a couple of pack animals to carry it in for me!

[@martinhoelicker3273]

What brand e-bike did you buy? My head is spinning because the market is so saturated with different brands!

[@overlanddriven6346]

I must admit I live east of Tampa and had No idea about this park. I huge on overlanding in My jeep. Thanks gor showing this site off I'm going to look into this place

[@pitstop_calvin]

I'm torn between the OM5 and the new OM 1 Mark 2. The OM 5 is probably all I really need but I'm a photography nerd and l always fall for the latest and greatest marketing ploys! LOL

[@BootsAndPearls85]

What a great little tent set up they offer! Did Fredrick end up getting any enchiladas? They looked great!

[@WickedEarthAdventures]

That armadillo was so funny! it is funny how they are your best friend when you have food!

[@Michael-xu1wk]

RUN FREDERICK RUUUUUN! Don’t let Kelly pop you! 😂

[@jasonjones5213]

I think I would like a Florida winter better than a Montana winter.Enchiladas looked like they turned out real good.

[@KevinChristiansen-i2q]

Great video Kelly

[@bobeink]

Hi, new sub. What ice cooler are you using?

[@belladonnagarnet]

Love your videos!! What e bike is that? Looking to get one and yours really handled this florida terrain with ease! Also a solo female traveler, myself. 🎉

[@joankline343]

Good morning Kelly! Extra nice video as always. Your food looks delicious 😋 and I see the armadillo thought so to. 😅 Have a great weekend! 😊 🙏

[@ianwalker682]

I know I say it every video so I'll say it again, The food looked really good! You always make me hungry with your cooking. Whether a solo camp or camping with friends, you always looking like you are really enjoying your time.

[@mikecattermole2979]

Ms Kelly...all I can say is yum!! The food looks soooo amazing!!! You find the most amazing places to stay at!! Was that a bible you were reading when you first got up im the morning?

[@bernielamont825]

Hey MJ, "Mr. and Mrs. Hays", gotta love it LOL!

[@MjVanCamping]

Fredrick causing a ruckus was crackin me up! Heck yea.

[@HeatherMizzell]

I use to roam those woods before it was a state pk.cought a many gator and hog I would like to go back now that it is a state pk. I am 85 yrs old now this brings back great memories Have fun!

[@maxxcherry12]

“Rod were u wearing the armadillo helmet when you told them that story” lol that was hilarious kel!

[@stanhigh]

Really like your passion for the outdoors. Great cooking and great videography. Do you scuba dive? If not you would really love that with the marine life and underwater video. Safe travels.

[@gracemccoy2874]

That video was great! The music you picked was awesome sounded like a western 👍 you needed a horse tied up outside 😂 sweet ebike! Omg Frederick how adorable was he!!💕 dinner looked amazing and I love that tent! What an awesome time.

[@DaveCarpenter2112]

Looks like you are in the right place it's 27 here in NY but at least no mosquitoes

[@claud122003]

NICE! Welcome back to FL

[@joedygert4362]

welcome back to Fl

[@alanwilliamson9350]

New sub here. Cowboy Kent Rollins has a good channel on cooking in dutch ovens but you seemed to have done an awesome job. Those enchiladas had me drooling.

[@Yffud1999]

This my first viewing of your videos and I'm greatly impressed!

[@briankgagermeier]

Just moved to central Florida 2 years ago from California. Man I love it here! Love hiking and camping as well, so I went and subscribed to your channel. Awesome videos! You seem really laid back and cool! We should go hiking someday! 😀🤙

[@ronfox1140]

Welcome back to Florida Kelly!