LARGE FAMILY MEAL PREP | TRAVEL ON A BUDGET | FRUGAL FIT MOM

[@angelahawkins8069]

I just totally love the vacations you do with your family! It's always about getting outside, being active, and connecting. This is how vacations should be done. Thanks to you for sharing! God Bless!🙏🙏💗💗

[@FrugalFitMom]

Yes! Thank you!

[@jujube2407]

We are a military family...and have made cross country trips when moving! Taco meat, ground beef Bulgogi, meatballs and sauce... ALLLL fully cooked, and then frozen flat in a gallon ziplock in a gallon bag...even pasta can be cooked and LIGHTLY sauced(to prevent sticking) and frozen and tossed in the cooler... dinner in a hotel in the instant pot takes 2 seconds to heat up... and you can even microwave them if you really want too...and the single pot washes soooo easily!

[@gracefilledday2696]

We're a military family too! I can't believe I never thought of that! 😉❤

[@jujube2407]

@@gracefilledday2696 use up alllll that food you can't take with you... don't give it ALLLLLL away... make yourself a few meals and freeze... then give your excess away! Ans save yourself some headaches of takeout alllll the time

[@keahithefieryone8513]

Most memorable time we had to go to Camp Lejeune North Carolina, and then station back to Camp Pendleton California and this was in the 60's, and the whole time it was an adventure! We stopped along the way and saw things and did things so what should have taken us I guess about a week I think took us about a week and a half but it was worth it!

[@karenmiller955]

If you put peanut butter on both sides of the bread with jelly in the middle the bread won't get soggy. Enjoy ALL of your videos and appreciate your hard work to bring them to u

[@AndreaD548]

Thank you for making these videos! I've binged on them during the lockdown and it's been lifechanging for my roommate and I. We're in college and on a tight budget and you taught us so many hacks and simple meals for cheap. :)

[@geraldinelucas3143]

We used a forked limb to support the line in the middle. Wind will whip the clothes and soften them for sure and they smell so good.

[@verlenelewis9866]

Have lived in St George for the last 30+ years. So glad you enjoy the area too. Just a reminder to those who want to come visit Southern Utah, if you come April to October our daytime temps can be in excess of 100 degrees so get out early and take plenty of water to drink. 😀

[@SassyHippo]

We've always saved so much money by packing meals. As the kids got older we now try to travel overnight so they don't see us stop for gas and instantly want everything we didn't pack. The kids call it fast traveling 😂. I take my instantpot for cooking in hotels too. Love the video! Looks like a great time.

[@ashleysovereen1024]

You literally may have just convinced me to get an instant pot now. I've never been into cooking frozen chicken but cooking in an hotel room you piqued my interest. Though would the steam possibly set off the smoke detector?? I may have accidentally cooked my taco meat at too high of a temp in an hotel suite with a kitchen, setting off the smoke alarm and bringing the fire dept. They were very good natured about it, but don't need to repeat! Lol!

[@73cidalia]

@@ashleysovereen1024 It would depend on how close it was to a smoke detector and how sensitive the smoke detector is. One trick is to throw a dish towel over the venting valve when you do quick release. It keeps the steam from flying up too high. Just have another dish towel to tuck around the instant pot to keep any of the condensation from running onto whatever surface you’re cooking on.

[@noeleenbyrne5197]

Aw, poor Haley, I suppose she and Gramma had some quality time together ❤

[@ronacrandall]

So in love with that cooler. My grandma has had that same cooler since I was a toddler. We used to use it on her postal worker retreats across the country, Nostalgia made me smile!

[@MLisaDenning]

My mother in law still has that same cooler too. It’s awesome!

[@deedrafulkerson2919]

If you put a thin layer of peanut butter on the “ jelly side” it keeps your bread from getting soggy. We’ve been to southern Utah , Arches , Moab area- beautiful! Your trip looks amazing! Thanks for Sharing!

[@stephanieritz9165]

The tip for Angel's Landing is to be the first ones up. The sunrise is incredible. You don't have to worry about hikers who shouldn't be up there or hikers who have slippery shoes. It's not hot. Also, you have plenty of space for climbing up those chains.

[@jerri117]

It is so beautiful in St George! I've never been there,and probably will never get to go. I've been disabled and not able to walk for 6 years now, but I used to go hiking and camping all the time. I miss it so much. My husband is talking about buying an RV and us traveling I out west, since its hard for me to take long car trips. I could just lay down if it gets too much for me sitting straight up. I love to travel though. Its going on my bucket list. Have a blessed day!

[@kristenc7953]

Please keep the travel meal preps coming!

[@flightlessphoenix77]

The Narrows looked like an amazing hike but I went back and watched the Angel's Landing video and noped out really hard- at the beginning I was like 'oh it's sad that the younger 2 missed it' and then 1. I realised how tiny even your older kids were in 2016 and 2. That hike was not to be messed with! So impressed with how careful and sensible everyone in your party was but I still freaked out so much. I didn't even think I was scared of heights!

[@robynw6307]

I couldn't do some of those hikes. Not only am I not nearly fit enough, but I would freeze with fear at the thought of falling. Glad you all had a fabulous weekend. Thanks for taking us along.

[@No-sv6mu]

My daughter did Angel's Landing last year at 11 years old. She and her dad had a great time. Me and the then 9 year old stopped after the first set of chains. I can't do heights like that!

[@Pandorash8]

I can’t do heights and I don’t particularly enjoy hiking (since onset of my chronic illness) plus my children are extremely accident-prone. The footage of that hike with chains is the stuff of my worst nightmares lol. Kudos to you for doing it. You are a star!

[@mischelsticka6958]

Absolutely beautiful. I love I’m not only one to pack dinner for the road and food for the trip. I sure do miss running can’t do it anymore with a knee replacement

[@michelemcafee7906]

Wow! That place looks insane! absolutely beautiful! I am 54 and never been hiking and don't plan to start now but man it is amazing looking. I would have an absolute heartattack watching my kids and now grandkids climb all those crazy trails and things! Yikes! Wish I would have tried some of this stuff when I was younger.

[@sarahstocks3088]

We truly have some of the best hiking/biking trails here is southern Utah. Next time your in this neck of the woods travel to snow canyon state park, it won't disappoint. Iur temps next week are supposed to be in the 70's, best time to visit for spring break.

[@karleighhooper1361]

Love Southern Utah! We live in Cedar City. Love having so many national and state parks close by.

[@No-sv6mu]

We stayed in St George to do Zion and Snow Canyon State Park last spring break. We LOVED it! We couldn't drive it though cause we were coming from Chicago. But I rented an airbnb and we cooked all meals at home. We then went 2 hours North to Bryce Canyon. So beautiful

[@bellagage3142]

i miss the cooking videos so much! that's what I loved about this channel

[@mariapelleya7410]

In my family road trips have always included packed food. Cold or easily heated. Never a complaint and always one lunch a out at a local, never franchise restaurant. Eat and shop small local businesses when travelling.

[@flipzout100]

Holy smokes the old green coleman! I mean I know that had to be passed down. We had one when I was a kid, now sitting at 50. That little turn clamp, so iconic. Great looking trip!

[@lisamartin3346]

Maybe I missed it but where did you two go during Feb when your mom came and stayed with the kids? Did you make a video of it? Thanks This looks so beautiful. Wish I had a partner who’d want to do this. I’m a Capricorn and stuff like this turns me on but my husband complains about putting up a tent. I KNOW he wouldn’t be into this.

[@FrugalFitMom]

We went to sun valley, Idaho!

[@TechieTexan]

Your road trip reminded me of the beach trips to Corpus Christi that my parents would take us to. We'd stop at my Granny's first for travel blessing and breakfast tacos. One year, my mom made sandwiches and made the mistake of putting the bananas next to them, so they tasted like bananas! LOL Good times!

[@vyemarshall859]

Pretty sure my heart rate was 250+ watching you guys hiking that trail with the chains. Had it been me personally up there, I would have flatlined....asystole for sure. Enjoy the warm weather and your vacation. Thanks for sharing.

[@sarahgabonay7082]

I'm not afraid of heights but I'm afraid of whatever that was 🤣

[@lindseymorgan61]

Bob's red mill red bag of GF flour is the most versatile. Sounds like you're ready!!

[@keahithefieryone8513]

St George is beautiful, I live in the Henderson Nevada area and was complaining to husband we don't get out too much so we decided to go up to St George pass through the mountain area which I couldn't get enough of!

[@jillhogan2611]

That river hike in Zion is one of the most fantastic and God like experiences I ever completed! My poor husband was recouping from a heart ❤️ attack so he had to sit back and wait. I took some great photos so he could see what it was like. Utah’s National Parks are some of the most beautiful 🏜

[@stephaniegraf3981]

Not only is it economical, but I feel so blah when I eat out that much!

[@bigredohio]

Love this video. Poor Hailey.

[@amandam.1738]

We leave next week from Texas to Tennessee for the week. I’m currently meal planning all our meals. We just don’t like the way fast food makes us feel and the cost for 5 people is just crazy to me! We will do 2 sit down meals but I draw the line there 🤣 My gas tank gets all the cash this trip 🤦🏼‍♀️ LOL

[@susannebemis3311]

When my kids were in sports and had all day events I packed some pb and j's, Teddy Grahams, pretzels, chips, fruit, sodas, bottled water, cookies, Little Debbies, aspirin .tylenol. band aids, and ice packs in a big tote. Teammates called it "The drug and treat bag".

[@annasemak8240]

Thank you for sharing your amazing adventures. You are a wonderful advocate for Our National Parks.

[@christinab9133]

You are so inspiring! We r going on a 5 hour drive with three toddlers in July 😅

[@donnamullins2089]

Beautiful scenery. Enjoyed seeing you and your family having fun. Thanks for the ride.

[@andreajohnston7479]

Beautiful scenery!!! Looks like fun! Have a great day today

[@patriciaburr4826]

I am so excited! I just ordered my 1st thrive box and signed up for 1 year. Thanks for all you do. You and your family are such an inspiration to me. I have learned so much from you. Bless you

[@sherilynalexnder897]

One of my hacks for packing a cooler is to freeze several bottles of water the night before and use those instead of 'blue ice' because they're drinkable = why waste cooler space on something you can't eat/drink?

[@tammifields4142]

Enjoyed the video! Beautiful views!⛰️🚵🚴🏃⛰️ Thanks for sharing!💞💞

[@karenadams8439]

We just spent 4 days in Zion. It was gorgeous! We couldn't get a hotel with a suite and boy was food $$$$

[@Vline629]

Perfect timing! We head out this weekend for spring break!

[@amydecker6207]

We ALWAYS pack every bite of food and every drink we consume on vacation. If we went to restaurants, we would not have any cash to do fun stuff. Condos have kitchens for a reason, y'all. And I meal prep as many meals as possible so that things only have to be heated up.

[@badicalness634]

There is a hike on your way home from St. George called "Kanarra Creek Canyon Hiking Trail" that I think you guys would really enjoy. It's another hiking through water trail that you climb ladders at a couple points next to waterfalls and at the end there is a natural open waterslide. Look it up. It's a beautiful hike.

[@Gitanarosa]

The narrows are AMAZING! I can’t do angel’s landing, I just can’t

[@skyc3030]

The Bob’s Mill 1 to 1 flour is the BEST GF flour I’ve ever used. We legit couldn’t tell the difference between that and regular flour in our baked goods. You will LOVE it!

[@ashleyashleyashleyyyy]

ya I was using it and didn't know it was gf haha

[@kathleenkaufman6007]

Great video. The 'narrows' looked like fun! The picture of you making a peace sign, that's frame worthy.

[@melanieglover4779]

I am so proud of Ryan for getting out and tackling those hills!!!

[@MrsKrikit]

We’re in the magic valley area of Idaho and ready for warm weather too! We had “false spring” for a couple days last week but then it snowed again this weekend 😂

[@maddier1388]

Love seeing your crowd at vacation Caesar wrap sounds great, but here’s a game changer. Pizza crust, a good dressing, and any veg-Caesar Pizza. Made it in demos years ago…might be fun for your brood. Love y’a!

[@aprilok440]

Omg 😱 that hike from 2016. I would never 👎 do that one. Have a fun 🤩 and safe travels.

[@kekemarie7844]

Looks amazing and so much fun! Thanks for sharing. Definitely want to put it on my travel list

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

Thank you for showing the park too! Those boys are great at biking and climbing. Very impressive. I've been to Zion but just the drive through. Boy did I miss out on a lot! Thank you!

[@laurenalcala4253]

AWESOME. love the hiking trails ❤ TFS your trip.

[@carmarasmussen8118]

St. George is the best getaway to escape from the cold and snow! 😁 🌞

[@FrugalFitMom]

It really is!

[@yvonnepalmquist8676]

@@FrugalFitMom I never realized how south St. George is and how close to Vegas it is! No wonder you go to escape the cold there.

[@FrugalFitMom]

@@yvonnepalmquist8676 Yes, it's super close to Vegas!

[@PennyPincherPantry]

We love, love, love, St. George, UT. You guys looked like you had a lot of fun.

[@debracoulter1250]

Great getaway. So beautiful!

[@lindawetherell6855]

I look forward to your videos. It's like spending time with a friend.

[@sarahgabonay7082]

I always get so excited when I see Osprey bags. I love mine so much!

[@brittanydemaria4877]

So I'm walking on my treadmill while watching your video, and you showed those super scary trails. I about lost my balance! Ha! Also, I have been making one of your granola bar recipes with the gluten free oats by Bob's Red Mill. FANTASTIC!!! I look forward to see what you use the gluten free flour for. I personally love great value's gf flour! It's cheap AND good!

[@AllThingsKimberlyWV]

Great video. I love watching these because I have a huge family.

[@JoyfulYessi]

Omg! How exciting!!!! Ok so I definitely need to start packing our meals when we go on our little road trips, definitely a much economical and healthier option 🙂 thank you🤗

[@LisaofHopewell]

That hike....in....sneakers? WOW Impressed!

[@tristakerksiek2334]

I love St. George! Go there all the time. I live in Beaver, so super close! Glad you guys had so much fun! Looks like it was well worth the drive 🙂

[@Gitanarosa]

We got some snow in northern Utah. I hope the south is nice and warm.

[@heidiburkard7464]

Hello from Salt Lake. We sure did

[@tracyrolfe6172]

Zion is by far my favorite national.patk I have been to. Moab and Bryce are amazing too. My favorite hike is the subway at Zion. So gorgeous. The narrows are beaitiful too. Very cold right now. Have a blast!

[@leawalker5729]

That buffalo sauce has changed my life!!! I found it at Costco and tried it and since I'm lactose intolerant, it's amazing to be able to eat hot sauce chicken over rice with my dad again!

[@jessicagilesmorrow8924]

Your Coleman cooler gives me all the memories of camping with my dad when I was a kid, love it.

[@HomeGymGirl]

My husband and I visited Zion in October 2021, amazing trip! So glad we didn't try Angel's Landing after seeing your video here though, as I was about 6 months pregnant when we went, we stuck to the easier hikes 😅

[@lorenet.2182]

Wow. Beautiful scenery. What a great trip.

[@BettyHorn]

I LOVE St George! Beautiful country! I like Moab, too, but I think I like St George more. Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@73cidalia]

Okay. I’m jealous. My husband is not active and would never go on a hiking and biking trip. 😔 Guess he’s gonna be stuck at home while the kids and I go.

[@susannebemis3311]

Like I always say "It's not healthy if I won't eat it!" so much for gas former veggies

[@britt2607]

It would be cool to just place an order like a regular shop, seems like some cool products to try

[@minicufer]

Wow, you guys are brave to do the Narrows at this time. I imagine the water was really cold -- on the flip side, it's probably the best time to do it. We went during the summer and it was SO crowded it was a little annoying!!!LOL Zion is amazing!

[@WanderThisWay]

I've got a 6 hour road trip coming up soon, so this video is perfect timing. Cheers from Washington DC.

[@hollypepen4012]

Planning a hiking trip to Utah with my husband and some friends for the summer! 😎 we're doing the Narrows too! My husband and I are in charge of food 🍔🍎🍞🥕

[@lisarobison]

We live in St. George and I swear up and down that I will never do Angel's Landing. It's so beautiful though! Glad you were there before the cold spell came in! Although maybe it would have still felt nice for you cold weather folk 😆

[@ktjomeyers]

Let me know next time you come to southern Utah! I would love to meet up with you. We love hiking. 😊 The narrows are amazing to hike in July.

[@marthasherod9007]

We love Zion and the Narrows was an amazing hike.

[@JM-ls8du]

Hi! I found your videos today and love them. Thank you for all the good tips on saving money! You remind me of my sister cause she saves every penny she can, she’s extremely smart with money just like you 😊

[@juliamenssen4460]

St. George is awesome. We visit family there.

[@coffeebean725]

This is good for travel ball moms also! Are any of your kids in travel ball? My daughter was in travel softball for years and I was always looking for new healthy ideas of what to pack for our weekend road-trips and long days at the ballfields.

[@thesaveathomemom6108]

“It’s me and my boys. I need a drink.” 🤣🤣🤣

[@allisonwalker191]

St George is amazing ! Love Zion

[@scbabymama]

I love road trips!!!!! 😆 We’re headed to TN this week! Can you please tell me where you got the thermal bag that you packed your snacks/food in?

[@nascar88gyrl]

If you love the Quinn pretzels, you need to try the Quinn microwave popcorn. No nasty unhealthy oil--just popcorn in the microwaveable bag. I used to get it at my local Publix, but they discontinued it. I now find it at my local Target, or I can order from Amazon. It can be considered a bit "expensive", but it's much healthier than the other microwave brands.

[@AmandaLovesOldFords]

Why not just use an air popper or microwave popper? You can also put popcorn kernals in a paper bag and it's the same thing.

[@nascar88gyrl]

@@AmandaLovesOldFords I don't eat popcorn that often. I had an air popper--bugs got into it and had to trash it. Besides, it took up space on my counter. It's much easier to just buy a box or two of the Quinn's and microwave it.

[@Isna4727]

I just got back from a trip to Zion and Bryce in February. Angels landing was ridiculous and the narrows was soooo cool!!!

[@clittle1807]

Right in time vacation next week and I was 🧠 storming food options

[@ThriveMarket]

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[@angelabrodie2483]

I have always wanted to do more hiking in Utah’s national parks! Can you PLEASE do a video and specialty hiking gear like what you used to hike The Narrows???? I would also love to know what hiking boots and/or shoes you like for these types of activities. Thank you!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Because it was so cold we rented waterproof waders and canyoneering boots from an outfitters right there at the parking lot

[@angelabrodie2483]

@@FrugalFitMom Gotcha! I’m asking because you have inspired me to climb all the peaks in NY State’s Adirondack Mountains and we have a lot of mountains with falls you have quite a hike to get to so that gear will be necessary at some point. One last question…for easier hikes do you find yourself using your running shoes or do you use other shoes?

[@FrugalFitMom]

@@angelabrodie2483 I tend to wear trail running shoes most of the time

[@thefunkycold1]

I love all things mystery and dislike spoilers which is funny because I used to hate surprises when I was younger. So nice of you to do yet another giveaway.

[@gloriaelswood8762]

Do you have the recipe for the fruit compote? We have raspberries that I need to do something with? Have fun in St. George!

[@shawneeskitchen2448]

Sandwiches are the best since you can make a wide variety!

[@rae3356]

Definitely want to visit St George! I love Utah but have only been there one time

[@tomgirlsally3486]

Most people I know say St George is the best place I've never been and I live in Utah guess I should go one day.

[@kellymarass1193]

Great video! The scenery is amazing!

[@jodidonaldson2923]

I've been to Bear Butte in Sturgis South Dakota and at the top its extremely narrow...and there's no railings whatsoever up that far. And seeing the chains where you were, oh hell no I wouldn't of gone! Lol!!