north carolina

[@amelialeatherman5786]

Welcome to my home state!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We did not get to spend as much time as we wanted to in North Carolina! I think we need to come back and spent a summer.

[@Scrambler85]

My grandfather was born in Robbinsville and helped build the dam that created the lake. My family is from that area. I'm glad you found the Joyce Kilmer forest, I love That place. It is one of the most peaceful places I have ever been. Great video. 👍

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

So cool J.G! The Joyce Kilmer forest was just MAGICAL!!!! We agree that is definitely one of the most beautiful and peaceful places around!

[@TrustNotMyHeart]

I love Jessie's accent.

[@Volunteersunrise]

I loved her way of saying hamburger. Lol

[@NomadderWhereVan]

Hahahah! Thanks a bunch! Can ya tell I’m from Boston?

[@Volunteersunrise]

Yes, just a little bit. I am glad you had a chance to stay in Robinsville. It is a nice little town. That lake was in the Jody Foster and Liam Neeson film , Nell. You may be to young to remember it. Safe travels.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I remember Nell!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

yes, especially when you get really worked up! its wicked pissah!!!

[@davidsager4023]

Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it

[@srameypr]

This is a gorgeous part of the country. And there are literally hundreds of waterfalls in the Southern Appalachians. You could spend all summer here and not see it all.

[@charliedecker2333]

You guys make the best van life videos!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you so much!!!

[@postxtito]

As much as I love the smell of fresh cut wood, there is a certain level of satisfaction or gratification from seeing those large old growth trees in those preserved national forest. ❤️❤️❤️

[@dianep3071]

Loves the video. Beautiful shots of nature and the bugs ect. Water falls are so relaxing

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Glad you enjoyed this video! We LOVE waterfalls..... well I think just about any form of water.

[@adavell]

Excellent video!!!!!! So much fun to camp with friends! Great times! 😉

[@Volunteersunrise]

Sorry about the Dragon comment. I was excited and posted to quick. :-) So glad you enjoyed the quiet.

[@RobandJanCanVan]

OMG! Great video, but all we are going to remember now is that ice cream chow-down! The contrast of your Buddy from “No Madderwhere Van” being so animated and Dave beside him, just ignoring his buddy’s crazy routine and being engrossed by his own ice cream....PRICELESS! He was as focused as Roodle with his ball! Hahahahaha 😂 🍦 🍨

[@NomadderWhereVan]

Hahahah! That was our favorite part of the video😂 Dave was just laser focused on his ice cream and Billy was being a nut job per usual.

[@RobandJanCanVan]

@@NomadderWhereVan Rob and I had to watch that part a couple of times, because the more silly that Billy became, the more serious, focused and seemingly oblivious, Dave became. So funny! 😂

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Dave is serious when it come to Ice cream..lol That whole scene just makes me giggle! I thought Bill was going to need to jump in the lake if he enjoyed his ice cream anymore intensely!!

[@andreavale1184]

Well you hit the jackpot, Blue Bell Ice Cream!!! 🍨 no more to say. 😋

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

You got that right!

[@Volunteersunrise]

Another great video. One of my favorite rides. Not far away is the Tail of the Dragon and beautiful Fontana Dam, highest dam east of the Mississippi. Next trip thru the south I hope you have time to visit us for a personal escort. I think you will return now that you have seen our Appalachians and realize it's not like Deliverance. Lol

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We did tail of the Dragon but it just doesnt have the same thrill in a heavy, high-top conversion van. We wanted to check out Fontana Dam.....we will be most happy to use you as our personal escort next time. We would love to come back to explore!

[@fastgurrrl]

My good lady, the shots from your boat are divine. I had to rewind... THANK YOU

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Than you, Jodie! Your kind words keep me motivated. 😀😀😀

[@fastgurrrl]

@@oneadVANtureatatime cheers hon. 💥💥😊

[@dustyfeller]

I’m so envious! I hope the 6 of you always have good health! 😌

[@mitchelljones5481]

So beautiful and peaceful. There thanks for the journey

[@wjeffp]

Haha it’s a small world ! I have camped in my van at the site you guys are camped. I live About 90 min or so from that area...just over the NC line in SC. It’s beautiful and great for people who have vans because people with trailers have a very hard time navigating in there.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

It really is a beautiful spot and yeah definitely no trailers! I imagine it is just magnificent in the fall!!

[@parkmaninnc]

Glad to see you guys in my home state. If you are still there and can get by it, don’t miss Linville Gorge. There are lots of boondocking sites along Hwy 105. It’s pretty spectacular place - the Grand Canyon of the East.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Adding to our must see list for next time! Thank you! There is so much more to explore I know we will be back!

[@838nd31]

Another beautiful spot. The hobo looks great going to try that one thanks nomader where you van. HAPPY TRAILS

[@NomadderWhereVan]

We freakin Love you guys, & Always have such a blast when we travel together! That ice cream social was the Best Worst decision EVER😂 Diet Always Starts Tomorrow! Can’t wait to see you guys again down the road!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

You're the best! agreed on the ice cream decision! I am so glad we filmed this ice cream party! It makes me giggle everytime I see it! Dave is serious about his ice cream!!!

[@NomadderWhereVan]

We’ve watched this video a few times just for the ice cream giggles! Let’s me back up soon & do it all again😂

[@katiebug1957]

Come to Oconee county, SC. We’re at the upper northwest corner of SC and boast over 20 waterfalls, white water rafting and Oconee State Park, which is open year round. Sumter National Forest. Just as beautiful as the great smokey mountains,i say with pride!!!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Sounds great! We definitely want to explore more of North and South Carolina!! We will be back!

[@duckiegirl58]

Carrie, your photography and music are so emotional!! Love love love!! Dave.. Love your bravery!! Roodle.. you rock!!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you so much!!

[@marianfrances4959]

A fun camp in a beautiful area. Thank you for sharing! 👍😏🔥🐾🇨🇦🌿🌲🦎🌿🌳🌱🌳

[@AdirondackBroker]

App "Picture This" there is a workaround to keep it free; but Dan, great for finding out what plant is what! Enjoy. Darleen

[@noworries.8601]

Gorgeous country! Thank you for sharing. "Tail of the Dragon" 11 miles 318 curves! So much fun!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Glad you enjoyed it! Tail of the Dragon is just not they same thrill in a heavy high-top conversion van...lol

[@sassycats2572]

I always say, your filming is spectacular! I love that you allow nature sounds and don’t overpower with music. You allow us to enjoy nature’s music with you, Thank You!! Oh my goodness, Blue Bell is AWESOME❗️ If you haven’t already you must try Blue Bells, Peaches and Homemade Vanilla & Strawberries and Homemade Vanilla, just fresh fruit stirred into the Homemade Vanilla. You can only find it when the fruit is in season, and no I don’t work for Blue Bell !! Really enjoyed the closing fun.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you on the filming compliment! I try to express how the area makes me feel. Nature has ALWAYS calmed me and i guess other people resonate with my feelings. Sometimes its the sound of nature and sometimes music just adds to the magic! We dont get ice cream very often but it is such a treat when we do! Funny enough nomadderwherevan is usually with us! All those flavors sound delightful!

[@beverlystewart5518]

Most You Tubers either bypass or whiz through my state NC headed to other places. Thank you for taking time to appreciate the beauty to be found here. Love your channel. You visit so many under appreciated special places in the USA.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Hi Beverly! We were happily surprised with the off-the-beaten path free camping in N.C. We both agreed we need to make a return trip. That's saying a lot as there are a few eastern states we may never return to. 😂 Thank you for joining our Patreon family! We appreciate your support very much. We are currently working a Beet Harvest job in Montana and may miss a couple of videos but will be back at it the minute we are back on the road. We wish you a wonderful evening. 👱‍♂️👩🐕🎾

[@annearmstrong14]

Love that campground. Added it to our list.

[@shuttlebuswives7822]

✌️❤️🐶... looks like a great time... ty for sharing 🐾

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Our pleasure!

[@TJ-mc8uh]

Traveling with friends makes for a fun video. Nantahala National Forest is a beautiful area and I agree with Dennis Cofer, Fontana Dam is a must-see landmark. For road warriors, the Tail of the Dragon can't be passed up, just be careful for when the need for speed takes over it can become dangerous. The piano music was perfect, IMO. TY for sharing.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! We will definitely come back to see Fontana Dam. The tail off the Dragon just doesnt have the same thrill in a heavy, high-top conversion van...lol

[@GATORADDAM]

Fantastic

[@grannianni6229]

Enjoyed your video, it was a beautiful place to spend some time! Happy Roodling! Blessings

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Yes it was!

[@chapternext3518]

Love this!! It's so beautiful there!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We agree!

[@jodiklebs1288]

Hey guys! Beautiful vid, as usual!!👍

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you!

[@fastgurrrl]

I really enjoyed everything about this.

[@VanJoplin]

Loved the ending. Hilarious!!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

yes, it makes us giggle just thinking about it!

[@maggiebrattoli383]

You really know how to find these great places and thank you for sharing with us. 👍👍👍

[@thelmahenriques6454]

We have an awesome God! His creations......just WOW

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

agreed!

[@Thesaltymedic36]

Omg I love ice cream 🍨. Looks like a great spot. I am trying to learn how to read these USDA national forest maps and how to get to the dry camping sites. Those web sites are not easy to navigate. Looks like a great time and I need one of those hammocks you two got 👍🏼

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We have not used the USDA national forest maps much..... we might need to check these out. We have used the delorme map books and we are thinking of purchasing the Gaia map app. On a separate note: we intentionally did not get a frig with a freezer because we knew there would always be ice cream in it!

[@beverlyhendricks9456]

You guys find the coolest places. Thank You. I’m 24 ft so can’t go there. Wish I could.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

24 Ft total? Out van is just shy of 10ft tall and 20 ft long.

[@spellmadam2947]

We met a couple in 2015 from NC camping in calf creek Utah. Still friends today. Great people in N C. They've come to Idaho to visit us and we must go there in the near future. Thanks for highlighting NC.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Very cool! we love meeting people along the journey! I have a feeling we will be revisiting North Carolina again! And you know we will most definitely be in utah and idaho!

[@finsandprops1797]

The drone shots on all your videos are awesome!!! 👍

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, guys! We are currently trying to get a permit to fly in an awesome state park in Utah! it's a 2000 feet drop off into a canyon! Can't wait to share.

[@mommadw2010]

Ya'll had so much fun. I'm glad I came across this video so fun to watch

[@allegrosotto2126]

Envious of all that water! Once again, a lovely journey with you. Closing scene hilarious😁

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Glad you enjoyed it! Ice Cream is definitely a treat for us. Neither van has a freezer so it all had to go, it was the best and worst idea.....we felt so sick afterwards! It is ALWAYS comical when NOMADDERWHEREVAN is with us!

[@michaelconchscooter8940]

Brilliant camping. Almost makes me want to get a hammock. Almost.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

They can be dangersous..lol! Dave fell out of this one a few time now, thankfully he did not hurt himself!

[@lyndasmith6801]

Wow, what a gorgeous area! Like Dave said it is so peaceful and serene. I love having time to learn, watch and observe. That spot was definitely relaxing. The hobo stew looked super fun to make. How delicious it looked. Carrie, were there a lot of downed trees, stumps etc. In the water when you kayaked? Everything there looked so green and serene. You got some great shots on your hike. The history of the area is really interesting. So glad areas like that were saved for all to enjoy. That blue bug was cool. Haha, the ice cream scene at the end. So funny! Can't wait to see where you explore next! 🍒🌞💖

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We just could not get over how GREEN everything was and yes there were quite a few downed trees. Joyce Kilmer forest is SO MAGICAL!! And the history is really fascinating. I loved the blue bug too!! That is my favorite color so it caught my eye right away....and then it eventually flew off! Its not often that we have ice cream and this was the first time we went to this extreme but it was so YUMMY and Bill is ALWAYS hilarious!

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

You found another ball! Great video! The camp stew looks yummy. And it was nice hearing the history of the park. And the hammock footage was cool. Only one problem. We are now craving sundaes! LOL! Teresa & Mark

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I know right! That was quite a treat and fun way to say goodbye to our friends until we meet again. 😀 I am ready for more ice cream already 😂😂

[@OutOfOfficeCamping]

@@oneadVANtureatatime 🍦🙂

[@steventoney4018]

in NC.... it's a "crick" very cool bug and small critter vids.... tulip...its poplar

[@jollymatilda5890]

Thanks so much for covering a place that's not out West. Don't get me wrong. I'm from Arizona and I love the West but I live in Virginia right now and would love to hear about more places like these. Thanks again. 💜

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

It is out of our comfort zone to travel out east but the more we do it the easier it becomes and there are some BEAUTIFUL spots.

[@discoveringlockenest8420]

So beautiful! Love the Smoky Mountains! 🤙 nicely done!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! We just cannot get over how GREEN everything is!

[@memeking5376]

What a gorgeous spot! Thank you for the coordinates.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Our pleasure!

[@johnholliday6011]

My home state of N.C.is an amazing and beautiful state.Thank you for a great video

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, John! We want to go back to North Carolina and do more exploring. We can't say that about many other eastern states. We loved it there. 😎

[@seemarathore6197]

The video was perfect and so was the camping site. You guys had a great time. I love watching your videos every Saturday evening after finishing all the work, it's my little treat as we are all in lockdown in Jaipur. Thank you for sharing such beauty and tranquility in these times. Take care, have fun🤣😝😜

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you so much for watching! I hope your lockdown ends soon!!

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Wonderful video! Absolutely gorgeous!👍👍👍👍👍😁

[@MrMarkAMartin]

Thank you for picking up that basketball litter on the lake. I love that lake. It has a population of rainbow trout that run up the creek like steelhead do. I wish I could have told you about Calderwood Lake while you were in the area. The magazine camping area used to be a local secret. I've never camped there for a week and not seen a bear swim across the lake from my boat.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Oh man this sounds just like a spot we would want to be! Im adding it to our must see list for next time. We have yet to see a bear on our travels. And where the heck did a basketball come from?

[@mikeandkristisjourney2930]

What a beautiful spot!! I would love to go there and just escape from the stresses in the world. The ice cream social was a hoot!! Bill is hilarious!! I would venture to guess that ice cream is a true treat in van life. I loved Carries morning kayak ride on the lake. I felt like I was right there with you. Really peaceful....

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Bill is a HOOT!!! this scene make me giggle! Between Bill's silliness and Dave's seriousness..it is just hysterical!! And yes ice cream is a treat in van life.....we always seem to indulge with nomadderwherevan! Im so glad you felt like you were right there....that is my goal!

[@mikeandkristisjourney2930]

@@oneadVANtureatatime Dave was pretty serious about his ice cream. He is not even phased by Bill's antics....Too Funny!! I know next time you are out on a beautiful stretch of water, surrounded by nature, you might think, I wish Kristi could be here with me....or not, but I really do feel the peace surround me when I watch you gently paddling on a lake or river.

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

I think you guys should put a campsite book together. You ways find the most perfect sites. Lou & Angie

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

we are working on this! Its time consuming though! I really need to dedicate a certain amount time each day just to this project!

[@cheriwaller7598]

Hobo meals! One of our favorites!!!!!! Although, we wrap them 3 times so we can turn them over in the fire. They are soooooooo good! There have been a few times the stores have been out of cream of mushroom (unreal this past year!), so we got cream cheese and mushrooms (that we cut up in to tiny pieces) and that worked just as well as the canned. Loved your video as always!!!!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thanks for the tip! I will try this next time as I love both cream cheese and fresh mushrooms!

[@chelseadanielle1464]

Congrats on making your goal of 20K subscribers!!! Love the recent videos of the eastern US. I honestly didn't really care to travel there but this spot and the last in Alabama look amazing 👍🏻 the forest hike was gorgeous too!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you Chelsea!

[@ronnorris2949]

I enjoy your videos very much and i take notes.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Right on, Ron! We hope you get to visit some of these locations and have a great time as we did. If you have any questions please ask. 👍

[@TheVANgelicos]

What a great campsite! Miss you guys, wish we could have helped finished that giant bucket of ice cream with y’all! Hope you’re doing well, and that we cross paths again soon!.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We needed help with that ice cream!! I think we are headed to colorado this summer, what are your plans?

[@TheVANgelicos]

@@oneadVANtureatatime so far we plan to visit friends and family for a few weeks over the summer in the Northeast, then return west for some backpacking in the fall hopefully. We’re leaving Colorado in about a fortnight for some quick adventures in Wyoming and South Dakota on our way back East. Would love to link up and travel with you guys again sometime after the summer migrations have ended!

[@Pinky121971]

Thank you for sharing, Nice Video and tips, Looking forward to see and visit the Area.

[@carolcanyoustopthemusicwhe2742]

Fantastic...I just heard about Tail of the Dragon last week.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

we got up really early to drive this section before it got busy so it was not too bad. We have some roads in california that can rival this section..... the road to Shelter Cove off the california coast......I said I would never do that again.

[@cesalt2408]

So excellent!! And I’m ALL IN for ice cream. 😉

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Dave could eat ice cream every day! And that is why we dont have a freezer in our van!

[@cheriezamel5913]

Beautiful place. Like the hobo stew idea, thanks for sharing. I’m always looking for ideas for camping meals. Question - how many sheets of foil did you use for one packet?

[@dino-2379]

I was wondering about all the grease from the ground beef?

[@NomadderWhereVan]

Hey there Cherie, We only used 1 sheet of foil, but it completely depends on how hungry you are😂The more ingredients you add, I’d say to be safe, add another piece of foil. Super easy delicious campfire meal, and No clean up afterwards. 👍

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I did not notice any grease but I think you have a valid point. It probably is best with leaner ground beef!

[@terryholt1832]

One of the best videos yet. My doodle watches your channel religiously. Wonder why that’s about?

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Too Funny! Roodle has a few dedicated canine fans who watch him!

[@juanitagreenspan5412]

I hope you had a chance to drive about 5 miles down the road to see the Nanthahala Gorge.

[@herdfan697278]

Love your channel!

[@TakeTheScenicRoute1]

Welcome to NC ❤😁✌🏻

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Kelly! So much to see in North Carolina we will need to make return trips for this state!

[@ScottSharpe2121]

Why is using a blowtorch cheating? Is using a lighter cheating? What do you think, rubbing two sticks together not cheating? Great stuff as always.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Its cheating because dave has bought at one time or another every fire starter available. He loves the challenge of starting a fire by hand....not much technical difficultly with a blowtorch....lol

[@bren_artstudio54]

❣️❣️❣️

[@barney61ful]

Yikes your production is great.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! 😀. We are having a great time sharing these amazing lands.

[@bertkelly7650]

The smokie mtn park isn't dog friendly? I guess I'm not going there!

[@grannianni6229]

Visitors would not clean up after their pets! It ruins one's day to keep stepping in poo! Also a lot of pets bark a lot and there are lots of bears there who could make the situtation very dangerous.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Most National Parks are not dog-friendly per say. Dogs can only go on paved trails and anywhere a car can go. It is a bummer at times but I do understand why! Some national parks have kennels so you can enjoy the park, you can also hire a pet sitter. We tend to not like super busy areas and for that reason we tend to skip most national parks.

[@terrynewell8968]

Hey guy's, looks like you had a great time! I have a question, what would you suggest for a floor in the van. I was thinking about gluing Styrofoam insulation in the grooves, Then a layer of thinsulate. Then placing plywood on top or do I need to put some wood strips in 1st. To screw the plywood into.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Hi Terry. I think wood strips, board insulation, a layer of thinsulate and plywood sounds great! We just did foam board and plywood and our floor feels like ice until we turn the Webasto on.

[@terrynewell8968]

@@oneadVANtureatatime Thankyou! Remember if your in Wisconsin You need to let me know. I have 2 places you can park at. It's a lot harder to find free parking here. The only place you can free camp that I know of is the rainbow flowage . But you can only get there by boat. 💜

[@blanchecangas1937]

👍

[@falcon38]

Been following for some time and enjoy your travels. Can you share where you find free, royalty free music for KZbin videos or at reasonable cost? Thank you

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thanks Bill! Most KZbinrs use Epidemic Sound but it is not in our budget at this time. I am currently usuing free music from the KZbin audio library. I have used other sources promising royalty free and them found I had to contest a copyright claim....I won...but such a hassle!

[@falcon38]

@@oneadVANtureatatime Thanks so much for the good information and in such a timely manner. I hope to meet up with you folks one day... down the road.

[@sharonlab.4502]

I think Nat Geo has a app to tell you if stuff is poisonous...what name are the bugs and leaves and stuff..you just scan it.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

i need to check this out asap! Thanks for the tip!

[@rickverble2607]

Question I am about three hours away from there are there any more camp spot available right now

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Hi, sorry we were off grid for the holiday weekend so we did not get this message in time. Just to let you know for our safety and sanity our videos are usually running 2-3 weeks behind.

[@craigbrowning9448]

Who's the second dog?

[@NomadderWhereVan]

The other pup is ours😊 Her name is Sedona & Roodle is her boyfriend 🐾❤️

[@craigbrowning9448]

When my landlady had an aggressive chihuahua named Taz has a pet, he chose the cat (named "Romeo") as his girlfriend!

[@sandras1524]

how was the road clearance? we're 24' long and 11'6" tall.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I think you would be fine if you are a total of 24' long. You might hit some branches but I dont recall super low. We are 9"6' tall.

[@beverlyhendricks9456]

What app do u use to find army corp campgrounds?

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

they are allusive! The army corp campground website is not super user friendly in my experience. The ones we have some across have been on iOverlander or Freeroam and we found them by chance.

[@debbiebreeze903]

Doodles a BIG baby

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Yep, spoiled rotten!

[@bigtomsvan4817]

wow your video is incredible. 3 years? wow. if you are still in N C check out Wabi-Sabi workshops in north wilkesboro. face book page. friend of mine from years ago does stainglass and has classes . Tom sent you.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

that sound fun! adding it to our list for next time....thank you!

[@davepalmetto]

Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it