🦊🐳 Found NOWHERE ELSE on EARTH: Channel Islands National Park | 51 Parks with the Newstates

[@NewstateNomads]

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[@bigjimslade6250]

Who Dey 🐅 The Channel Islands look awesome. The Newstate National Park Tour 2023 is must see KZbin TV. Looking forward to next week’s video. Safe travels.

[@NewstateNomads]

Ahh thank you so much Jim!!! 👏❤ That's high praise!

[@bigjimslade6250]

@@NewstateNomads It’s true. We’ve subscribed & followed your channel since the early video on planning the trip to Mexico. It’s been nice to watch the channel grow but you’ve taken it to another level with the national park tour. I like the consistency of the format & the content is great. We especially enjoy the Ranger interviews.

[@johneason6540]

Beautiful guys. I love your NP series. My schedule has me getting to this place at the end of May. I have been to BBNP, last week, your video made my 4 day there amazing. Also just left Guadalupe NP, also amazing. When you get there they have an amazing ranger tour to Pratt house and the Grotto, you must do. Also Frijole ranch trail to Smith springs, amazing stories of that area also. Then devil's hall a gorgeous hike. Then if you have the time Guadalupe peak, there is an amazing marker there. Highest peak in Texas, well worth the work. Thank you guys. Also was just at Carlsbad caves, another amazing park and the stories of the caves and how they were formed they are in the same mountain range of the Guadalupe mountains, so much geological info of this area and the permeim rock. Can't wait to see your reports. It is NP week, so I'm out exploring. What a week.

[@theroadoffaith7855]

Really loving this series - well done, enjoyable and informative. Can see coming back to reference as we travel to these parks

[@NewstateNomads]

Thank you so much, that is such a wonderful compliment. We hope they help others plan future trips! -Katelyn

[@shannonalward217]

Oh my gosh. That island fox is the cutest thing ever! This park really did remind me of Hawaii. Gorgeous!

[@ladikmk]

Give me crystal clear salt water and I am a happy camper. That is definitely a place I’d like to see first hand. Thanks so much for sharing. Safe travels!

[@NewstateNomads]

Same!!! 🙌😍 I want to go back and visit again when we have more time so I can snorkel. It looks incredible! You're so welcome, thanks for watching! ❤️ -Katelyn

[@TravelingonAdventures]

Wow! Absolutely incredible! I have never heard of the Channel Islands. Now we have a new bucket list item.

[@b1mfua33]

Such a beautiful video.The foxes 🦊 are too cute and sweet. I love how the ravens are so smart.haha. The plants are unbelievable,so interesting. Everything is so lush and green,wonderful!! Thank you for this. Stay safe,and big hugs for the puppies ❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@ErikaHueneke-sw4sk]

Finally sat down with the fam to watch this. How special to feel like we have our very own video commemorating our trip out to Santa Cruz Island! 😄 Wonderful job capturing all of the park’s beauty and fascinating features!!

[@tericlanton]

Beautiful! Talk about a sweet NPS gig. 💖

[@susandt3856]

Beautiful videos and photos. These are such a joy to watch.

[@pglen6042]

Loved the video. Thank you.

[@karppadiem7014]

Yet another incredible NP that I didn't even know existed. You had me at fox. 🤣💕 Maybe the bay looked more like a potato before the sides eroded. 🤔🤣 Thanks so much for sharing. -Troy & Aimee

[@NewstateNomads]

Omg, you're probably right! 🤣🥔 We didn't think about that at all. It could have looked much different than it does now. LOL and yes! Those little foxes are so amazing! We loved watching them 🦊😍

[@mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866]

Absolutely beautiful! Continued thank you’s for allowing us to follow you on your National Parks journey. Each one, so far, has been just as beautiful and awesome, as the others, in its own way! As always, stay safe out there….

[@lisarose8493]

Hey Guys .. I really love your videos… What a beautiful place… will definitely be on our bucket list. I do have a question though, not related to the Channel Island. I could not find a video of yours for the Blue Ridge Mountains. Have you taken your RV through the Blue Ridge Mountains? We will be traveling cross country this Fall and on the way back the plan is to do the Blue Ridge Mountains, but my husband is really nervous about the tunnels. If you have been, do you have any pointers??

[@robertdoyen5434]

Great video thanks for sharing. Thanks From Wisconsin

[@NewstateNomads]

So glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching! 😃

[@COLE_PRODUCTIONS]

3:51 - That Raven right on cue, looked up like "who me? I don't know nuffin about opening backpacks!"

[@awish13]

Channel Islands is now on my list! It looks beautiful and those foxes 🦊 they’re too cute!!!

[@NewstateNomads]

It's soooo beautiful! We'd love to go back and camp sometime. I bet it's incredible early in the morning. We love those little foxes! 🦊

[@karlamartins2761]

This was a very gorgeous park! The island fox was adorable. I felt like I was in another Hawaii too.

[@sandrap3047]

Beautiful views! Looks incredible! Fox is too cute! Smart fox must be looking for smores. Love watching you two on RV Unplugged! Hope you win the moolah!

[@NewstateNomads]

Thank you so much, Sandra! ♥ And yes - those little foxes are veryyyy smart. They know where to find the good stuff haha

[@TrekkingwithMikeandDeb]

Great video. Can't wait to see Pinnacles, our favorite!

[@adventuresofMomDadGirlWhiteDog]

The Fox 🦊 are so adorable! ❤. What a beautiful National Park. Thanks for sharing. 🥰

[@NewstateNomads]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching 😍 We loved seeing those little foxes!!

[@dawnie3029]

I really want to go here now! Of course I want to go to all the national parks, but this looks pretty epic!

[@BuddyWalck]

Are there flights to any of the islands? Loved the video. Thank you

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks! To our knowledge (and just doubled checked the park website) it's only by ferry or private boat to the Channel Islands. The ride was relatively smooth on the ferry, and you should book the latest return ferry to maximize your time on the island. Alternatively, you can always tent camp on the islands! 👍 - Howard

[@andrewcotton4382]

Loving your videos! I know I'm late to the party but you missed potato harbor 😢 That .1 to the overlook makes all the difference. You saw the back side of the right wall that makes up the harbor. You'll just have to go back! I know I will.

[@nationalparksprincess3216]

They do have one of the best visitor centers in the park system 😊 The Islands are beautiful 😀

[@NewstateNomads]

It is full of amazing information and exhibits! They really are :) Thanks so much for watching!

[@carolr.9215]

I camped there last year and loved it! You missed seeing Potato Harbor, it was just over the ridge by about…0.1 miles. It’s absolutely beautiful.

[@NewstateNomads]

We would love to go back and camp overnight. I bet waking up there is so beautiful! We definitely messed up on the potato harbor view point 😂 another good reason to go back!

[@carolr.9215]

@@NewstateNomads on the flip side, it would’ve added maybe 15-20 min to the hike and you might’ve missed the boat!! We camped at both Scorpion and Prisoners. It was hard hiking to get to the new Prisoners CG - gotta pack in all your water plus gear - but Scorpion has all that plus you can wagon your gear off the boat. And you can kayak and snorkel! It would be an awesome overnight. We are going back!

[@z3drf0]

Love your videos! You inspire us to hike more during our camping trips! What brand is Howard’s backpack?

[@virginialemm864]

What a beautiful place, right in my own backyard! I’ve never been, but thanks to you, it’s yet another on our bucket list. Those adorable foxes, too! I want one! I am kinda embarrassed to admit I’ve never been to the Channel Islands! California has several National and State parks, and I always see the Channel Islands (on a non-foggy day) driving down the coast. As-always, many, many thanks for your “in-depth coverage” of all of fabulous destinations, including your expert videography and cheerful natures! Take care, love you guys, Virginia 💕

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi Virginia!! Ooo we hope you're able to visit one day. It's really a special place for sure! The foxes alone make it worth it, not to mention the incredible views. Thanks so much for always watching & supporting us!! ❤❤❤

[@danrandall794]

I never fired anything before--except a crossbow, a howitzer and a bazooka. Hilarious!! Great last episode.

[@janwaller3585]

Beautiful !

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

Awww my best friend checking people in and Captain Paige! We lived on our boat in that harbor for a very long time. The foxes used to be scarce and after a full-on protection / breeding / re-introduction program, they are prolific (and brazen). Potato Harbor was a little further W than you went and it is sort of shaped like a potato. These islands are a special place - can’t tell you how many nights we spent anchored on our own boat out there. 🥰

[@NewstateNomads]

What a small world! That is so cool! And yes, those little foxes have quite the story. Very brazen... especially in the campgrounds! Haha we totally goofed on Potato Harbor, if only we had walked the extra .1 miles 😂 lesson learned!!

[@pglen6042]

Pausing at your eagle cam comment. Love them. One I've followed since 2014 is the Hays nest in Pittsburgh. Also follow the Glacier Gardens cam in Juneau and finally, the white bellied sea eagle nest in Sydney Australia. Happy you're an eagle lover, too.

[@NewstateNomads]

They are just so amazing! Learning about their behavior and habits has been so fun. I'll have to look some of those up! I have been watching a pair named Jackie & Shadow in Big Bear Valley and also love on eagle named Murphy who lives in a wildlife sanctuary... he became famous for trying to hatch a rock! Now he is taking care of an eaglet who was blown out of its nest!

[@pglen6042]

@@NewstateNomads I know Murphy's story, love it and happy he has a real eaglet to raise. I've also followed the saga of the SWFL nest where mom disappeared and dad, M15, raised the 2 eaglets by himself. We named him "Dad of the Year"! Missing mom was the famous Harriet.

[@davemaurer9709]

Great episode. Very interesting place 😊

[@NewstateNomads]

Thanks so much, Dave! We agree. Love the history, beauty and of course, those little foxes 😍🤣

[@keithjohnson5398]

There is also Santa Barbara Island.

[@paulgoodwin415]

Do you guys make all your own reservations or do you have help, seems like you guys have good luck getting great sites.

[@jamesclick8223]

Amazing place! It does seem like another country.

[@NewstateNomads]

Yes! So beautiful. And apparently all the islands are a little different!

[@b1mfua33]

I actually have a question,hope you can answer it,what do the foxes eat on the island?

[@India-cw8xx]

Hello! Do you leave the dogs with someone from Rover? Or do you find someone to come to your RV to dog sit or walk the dogs?

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi India! We were only gone from the RV for about 9 ish hours and walked the pups right before we left and right when we got back. So we didn't need a dog walker but we have used Rover in the past when we take extended trips and have always had great experiences! -Katelyn

[@placesonthelist]

We were there last January. Very neat park.

[@NewstateNomads]

That's awesome! Did you also visit Santa Cruz Island?

[@placesonthelist]

@@NewstateNomads Yes we did the same tour as you. We also did Joshua Tree a few days before. Waiting for your next parks as were doing Pinnacles, Kings Canyon, Redwood and Yosemite plus the Monuments around San Francisco in September.

[@christophersmith7442]

I think potato harbor is next the the one you looked at

[@NewstateNomads]

Christopher, we think you're right. Since we were in a rush to get back for our boat, we stopped short of the trails end. We figured it HAD to be potato harbor since we were so close to the end, but it wasn't. 😂 - Howard

[@theroadoffaith7855]

What are your backpacks? My wife really likes the one Howard wears

[@NewstateNomads]

Both bags can be found here in our Amazon shop. They are both excellent bags! amzn.to/3IZCM9F

[@Thesaltymedic36]

Cool island for sure. I need to know, what does the fox 🦊 say? 😂

[@NewstateNomads]

I just laughed SO hard. Especially because I kept singing it on the island and Howard told me no one likes that song anymore 🤣🤣🤣

[@Thesaltymedic36]

@@NewstateNomads I like it 🦊 😂

[@seabliss22]

I thought it to be illegal to film in the national parks now.

[@NewstateNomads]

Hi! There's definitely some confusion about the existing law. It is not illegal, you just have to apply for a filming permit. Each park lists their requirements on their website under filming & photography permits. 😉

[@williamthawley9251]

egg harbor, nj

[@NewstateNomads]

Well I'll be! 🤣🥚 But see, the explanation of that makes sense. It was named that because of all the bird eggs found there. Still scratching our heads about the potatoes 😅🥔 thanks for watching, William!

[@williamthawley9251]

@@NewstateNomads enjoy your visits to the nat parks, I know you need to get a permit to do that. I once wanted to do a photo calendar of gettysburg nat park, but too much red tape, and that was 30 years ago.

[@NewstateNomads]

@@williamthawley9251 thank you! And yes, you're right about the permits! We have lots of spreadsheets to keep track 😅

[@toddramsay977]

I see your your left eye has bags not getting sleep?

[@mrmoshpotato]

What a disappointing harbor! 🥔☹️