BRUSH CREEK PARK.....Free camping in ALABAMA on the Tennessee River!

[@deborahlayman1379]

You guys lead by example as to how to enjoy this beautiful country, Your spirit of fun and advanture, while respecting the land and leaving it “better” than when you found it ( love your new challenge to encourage others to do the same) is exemplary. Enjoy your travels and please keep making these wonderful videos. BTW... your nighttime camera shot, Carrie, was awesome- my favorite!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Deborah! Thank you so much for your wonderful comment and kind words. Comments like yours help motivate us to keep this journey going. We hope you have a wonderful day. 😀

[@sharonlutz1046]

@@oneadVANtureatatime Oh, and by the way, if we only knew how many hours it often takes for talented Carrie to edit and put together such a fine video as this one, we'd all be amazed!

[@shuttlebuswives7822]

✌️❤️🐶...Just beautiful... can’t beat free with showers ... ty for sharing... and for keeping American clean🐾🤗

[@mandodeb]

Forget to mention the photos at midnight were fantastic. I liked them all.

[@tracker5849]

Wow..30 days!! Dog freindly..running water..HOT SHOWERS....never knew Alabama had anything!! Which way to Alabama...❤

[@beach3girl459]

Near the Natchez Trace Parkway...gorgeous part of the country

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Yes! We ended up spending 4 days on the Natchez Trace Parkway! I love how the speed limit is 50 mph and there are no commercial vehicles. 😎

[@cesalt2408]

Another video over the top! That long exposure technique is awesome!! I’m eager to see what more you do with it as you travel. Dave, your challenge takes “leave it better than you found it” to a new height of honor and respect. Great idea!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Hi Cesalt! We are having fun setting up our campsite before we leave! It feels great! Carrie is on the hunt to get a picture of a “moonbow”. We are going to a waterfall on a near full moon to see if we can capture a rainbow at night! This is going to be fun, wish us luck. 😂

[@chrisharriman5245]

Beautiful ! wish everyone would practice cleaning up . Keep our parks sparkling clean. Much Respect for that👍

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Chris. We have noticed when people see us cleaning up trash they sometimes join in. We hope it gets more contagious 😀

[@jasonbailey5495]

Waterloo was the first place my Sweetness and I camped together. Still looks great.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Right on! It's amazing how remote this beautiful area is. 😀

[@marianfrances4959]

I liked the daylight pic; my son liked the midnight one. 👍😉🇨🇦🌲

[@dustyfeller]

I like your attitude about stewardship of the land. Whether it was caused by the flood, or ignorant campers, the trash isn’t going to fly into the waste bin by itself!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

That's for sure. We are finding trash more often lately. I am guessing more people are out vacationing than normal. Once the trash is bagged up than I can enjoy the area a lot better.😀

[@bren_artstudio54]

My twin and I used to audit stores in the tri-city area...Florence area. We lived in Tuscaloosa. Did this for 5 years. Loved to get supper and eat it at a park along the Tennessee River. Helen Keller's birthplace is in Tuscumbia. Muscle Shoals is known for it's music studios.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Nice memories Bren! I had fun just watching all of the tug and barges go up and down the river! Pretty cool that is Helen Keller’s birthplace. I would enjoy going back and digging deeper into to history of that area. Thank you for watching and have a wonderful day. 😎

[@simonefire]

Leave it better than you found it! ❤️🙏🏽💙. Inspirational

[@MaeKelm]

Awesome

[@bamagirl4234]

Good day! Thank you for helping keep our state clean!!!

[@AlfredoLopez-gd9wi]

The wife and I enjoyed your video…. We love the Roodle song…. Great idea for long exposure picts at midnight thru the woods…. Thank you for being a good steward of the land…

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you guy so much! We are honored to have you watching our videos. Thank you for your kind words and support! You are keeping us on the road doing what we enjoy most. We enjoy showing off this beautiful country and hope you get to enjoy some of these camping areas. Take good care and have a wonderful day. 👱‍♂️👩🐕💕

[@samiam1254]

On March 22, 1865, 22,000 Union troops massed in Gravelly Springs just west of Waterloo. Alabama. It was the largest Cavalry force ever assembled in the western hemisphere, Commanded by Major General James Harrison Wilson, headquartered at Wildwood Plantation, the home of Alabama Senator and Governor George Houston. This Army crossed the Tennessee River at Waterloo to invade South Alabama and Georgia with the objective of capturing the town of Selma Alabama....just think of the historical value that Selma holds, exactly 100 years later, in 1965, Dr Martin Luther King marched in Selma Alabama in the Civil Rights movement....Ya'll have fun and stay safe!!!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Dang! A troop of 22000 must have been a challenge just to feed back then! I love to learn history like this. We may need you to come along just for the first-hand history! Thank you for sharing, please keep the history coming! 😀

[@samiam1254]

@@oneadVANtureatatime I thought Dave, being a Veteran himself, would be somewhat interested in military history. But yeah, I can do that. You have to visit at least one historical Plantations before you leave the South.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Since we nave been on the road I have been more interested in history than ever before. We finally have the time to visit some historic areas and read the history in the place it happened. It seems so much more powerful that way. I really enjoyed the Battle Field in New Orleans. It amazed me that militias came to help all the way from Kentucky. We tried to see a plantation last time we came east but it was closed. We will keep trying. 😀

[@michaelconchscooter8940]

I had to become a Patreon member watching you guys find one astonishing site after another.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Michael! We appreciate your support. Our Patrons are keeping us on the road and living the lifestyle we have always dreamed of. We have just recently started making as much as we are spending and all the credit goes to people like you. If you ever need any free camping location ideas please let us know. We would love to help. 😀

[@michaelconchscooter8940]

@@oneadVANtureatatime I will! I am Glad you are making it as your travel style is unique and rare among youtube you teach me useful stuff.

[@rdleroy]

Thank you! We love you guys! We enjoy the videos as we relax having our morning coffee! Love the midnight image and this amazing campsite!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Raymond! We love this lifestyle and are honored to share it with you! Thank you for your kindness. 😎

[@MrMarkAMartin]

Good video, love the Tennessee River! Proud of your clean-up! Many hands make light work. Spread the word about trash clean ups!

[@evelyndunn50]

Beautiful video! Give Roodle a kiss from me.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Consider Roodle kissed 😃

[@fastgurrrl]

Now THAT was a library! 💥💥👊🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@JaceJohnston1234-f7i]

I live in Waterloo no it was not

[@susansusan4289]

Beautiful moon lit photos. Thank you

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! It looks like it could be a nice painting to me. I love when Carrie gets out and has fun with her camera...Dave

[@HM-ll6qw]

I really like David's shirt! Nice video, great spot for camping, thank you for sharing all the info! You guys are awesome!

[@Thesaltymedic36]

All that for free is crazy. What an awesome site. For 30 days is nuts.

[@JK-ns5dr]

There is a sign when you come in that says you may be asked to move after 7 days but I talked to two campers the first time I was there that said its actually 30 days now.

[@countryboyleon2099]

Sold my 2nd home just 5 miles downriver from Brush Creek Park. Love the area. :)

[@chasincloud957]

Another fantastic video! I love that you guys are showing us places to discover on the east side of the country as most people show BLM land! I have added the Natchez Trace to our must see & do list. Keep them coming - I need more destinations to see on the east side of the US! And kudos for grabbing the trash! Leave No Trace seems foreign to most people!

[@duckiegirl58]

Beautiful location! You are great stewards of the places you visit! None of your videos is complete without a Roodle theme song!!! Hubs used to play disc golf and says it's a lot of fun! Love the Fork in the walk.. very Robert Frost! That picture!!Wow!

[@1tpmg]

Those long exposures were fantastic ! God speed.

[@spearfishingdoll3650]

Another fabulous video. I was about to pull out some marshmallows to roast by the campfire with you. Thanks for taking the time to stop at libraries, edit videos to take us on this beautiful advanture !!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! We love checking out libraries. They are like snowflakes, you never find two that look alike. 😀

[@ginawendling2942]

Thank you for your outstanding video - we love your videos and tell everyone we know about your channel. We look forward to your videos every week. Please keep them coming😀

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Gina! We appreciate you sharing our videos. We love this lifestyle and look forward to sharing it with you. 😎

[@amelialeatherman5786]

Yea! First this morning. "It comes with a Ruddle friend!" That's funny...

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Nice! 😂 That totals more amenities than any other site we have found...when counting a Roodle friend. 😎

[@amelialeatherman5786]

Sorry I misspelled "Roodle". In my defense it was early in the morning...

[@robertplutz8221]

Roodle!

[@samanthadodd8112]

Wow. Thank you, so much for this video. I looked it up and this park is only 1 1/2 hours from my house. This could be a great place to go for just a weekend get away. Thanks again. I appreciate this.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I think so! I might be weary of snakes in the heat of the summer but any other time a year sounds great! 😀😀😀

[@stone8654]

Carrie the midnight picture was cool. I was hoping an alien or a sasquatch would've walked by Dave I'm looking forward to watching you play Disc Golf Roodle I'm looking forward to watching you fish.

[@shinebright9453]

The tree shots in the daytime & midnight are awesome. Especially the midnight ones. Very spiritual.

[@ScottSharpe2121]

Great idea, it’s one thing to clean up sites, but to improve it for the next visitor! Pay it forward everyone.

[@getlostwithjustinkris]

The Roodle song makes me smile EVERY time I hear it! I hate to admit it but, one time, it was stuck in my head for like 4 days.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Right on! That makes us smile 😎 Roodle enjoys being sang to. 😂

[@pamelag2223]

Great cup of coffee with Dave, Carrie and Roodle! What a great spot you were at this time, so lush and green!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We loved this location and we stayed longer than usual. I think we may need a return trip to Alabama...Just not during the hot and humid months. 😂😂

[@febetadefa4618]

Enjoying your amazing video and pictures. Your camera takes great pictures Carrie. Love how you keep it clean and leave it even better 💯

[@jessicastreet2922]

Beautiful 😍 exposures!! Love the beautiful nature you ❤ all share.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Jessica! 😎

[@onemanwilltravel6039]

Great pitch black photography. I've been doing the same thing while traveling to free campsites across the country.

[@FireFighter1512]

All the photos of the "fork" in the road were great! Gem of a campground, thanks for sharing..............

[@allegrosotto2126]

Dave, if you're playing golf, you'll have to wear your kilt😁 Really loved that first midnight exposure Carrie, LOVE all your photography👍 and glad Roodle found a playmate🐕

[@reubenj.cogburn8546]

It is so cute when both father and son have the same haircut.

[@hysee581]

You guys are just awesome! Also, every frame of the video is awesome too, background music... 👍🌹🌹

[@hysee581]

The midnight pictures are all great, unbelievable, looks like sunset or sun rise. And the last one can even showing the green leaves.

[@doncook1780]

Loved the video!!! Thanks! Stayed there 3 days this past week on the SW corner of the pad area near the shell beach it wad awesome! SAFE TRAVELS 🎣😃👍

[@penniebucilla8323]

Love your videos. It's wonderful to get to see the variety of perspectives, drone, kayak, still, moving. You both have great eyes for what we want to see. Oh, and the first of the midnight shots is the one I like the best because of the way the light filters through the trees. Gorgeous!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Pennie! We appreciate all of your kindness. I also love Carrie's night photography, comments like yours will help her stay motivate to do more! 😎

[@cathyqualls485]

Thanks so much for your inspiration..two oldies on the road

[@annearmstrong14]

Live in Alabama and knew nothing about this park. Thanks! Hope to visit here soon.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Right on Anne! We hope you have as much fun as we did. I would love to go back to Alabama and see what free camping the Gulf coast offers if any. We wish you happy travels.😎

[@ScaleofTwo]

You should absolutely play some disc golf! It’s so fun. Gaining a lot of popularity in the past year and soooo many free courses popping up across the country

[@MsMadrid18]

The midnight photos especially the first darker photography. I also enjoyed listening to the blues. You are such a talented video and photos maker. Well done.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you so much

[@adavell]

LOVE THE IDEA OF THE CHALLENGE!!! Leave it better than best!!! (or something like that) you are amazing! The midnight photos are incredibly beautiful, it is amazing how the silver light of the moon turned into something similar to a sunset in warm colors! Amazing! Keep experimenting, you are really creative! Thank you!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We are having fun getting the campground all set for the next person! I am really loving night photography! I think it’s just magica! Lots more practice to come I’m sure!

[@lorraineanderson149]

Amazing photo experiment! Loved all of them

[@jesserodriguez6799]

I don't know if you guys remember me or my girlfriend ( Jesse and Emily) but it was awesome meeting you too there at brush creek and very happy y'all had a great time hope that meet you two again

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Of course, we do! Nice to hear from you. Thank you for all of the firewood! That was one of our favorite free camping locations this year! It was very nice meeting you, we hope to see you on the road again. 😀

[@solitudeinthewild82]

What an amazing video, my friend! Nice camping! The nature is amazing.. Enjoyed watching. Cheers from Russia, guys 😀, and welcome to my channel about bushcraft! Best regards, Yuriy!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Right on, I love Bushcraft! I will be checking out your channel.😀

[@cindymartin1936]

You Two are awesome! and don't forget Roodle! I look forward to your videos each week

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you!

[@mercygomez11]

Thanks for sharing your journey! Beautiful sites!

[@bigsilverbear4187]

@ 22:40 And this is one of many many reasons that you guys are AEWSOME! This is a really great example to set for others. My wife and I will follow suit.

[@Volunteersunrise]

Great video , guys. I hope the pollen is not bothering you to much. Safe travels.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I have to admit the pollen has been tough! 😂 It's worth it though, the bright green trees and fields of flowers are wonderful 😎

[@nancyskean6425]

That was great! What a beautiful camp spot and even more beautiful with your dedication to clean up. I will remember your challenge Dave and leave my camp spot more inviting for the next camper. Carrie, the night shot was incredible. Thanks for taking the time and effort to show us that. And I always laugh and smile at the Roodle segment. Love that song👍❤️. Safe travels.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you Nancy, for all of your kind words! It's fun setting up a campsite for the next person. 😎 Happy travels and hope to see you on the road.

[@Kayte...]

Love the Blues piece you chose for the Florence stroll. And have always loved "Dude, where's my horse?". fyi - I clicked on your faucet link and it just took me to Amazon home page. Other links I clicked on did go to item. : )

[@1fredricka]

the midnight photography was gorgeous. lovely place and video, thank you

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! Carrie is having a great time getting into night photography. Take care and have a wonderful day. 😀

[@ahagan1930]

Those photos are pretty neat!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! 😎 I love when Carrie does night photography.

[@ahagan1930]

She should add to the online store and offer smaller sizes to create a tiny gallery

[@nbragtop]

Happy to see you in Alabama, am from North Alabama ! Great video.

[@raylane7056]

Beautiful Photos

[@discoveringlockenest8420]

The long exposure was incredible! I’m not a photographer so the technical stuff is a little over my head but was absolutely beautiful! Loved the interaction between Roodle and the other dog. Beautiful place! I remember that area. Alabama is a beautiful state! Drive 65 and you will be “wowed”! Thanks for sharing! 🤙

[@suzannecardinal3990]

Oh la la, vos photos sont vraiment magiques et spectaculaires ... BRAVO

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Suzanne! 😀

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Wow! What a beautiful camping spot! Incredible 30 day stay!! Myself, because of the venomous snakes...I'd stay at Walmart, lol!! I hate snakes! 😧 Amazing photography Carrie! Wonderful video! Safe travels and have a wonderful day.👍👍👍👍👍😊

[@cheriezamel5913]

What a gorgeous campground! What a great find!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Cherie! 😀

[@maxxonetwo3]

Both camera pictures are excellent Day & Midnight.

[@fastgurrrl]

You guys are looking really relaxed and happy. 😊

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

We are! This lifestyle has been very enjoyable, I hope it never ends. 😀 Thank you for watching so many of our videos and commenting. 😎

[@stehrcrazy8821]

Dave! Play disc golf! It's so fun and you will just love it! I introduced my husband to the game 13 years ago and he fell in love! The courses would be an excellent addition to your great videos! Carrie I love you for obvious reasons lol. Great channel!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I bought a disc and played my first 18 holes! I love this game. I can't wait to find the next course along the way. Thank you for your kind words! I hope to meet you guys along the way. I can use the pointers from your husband. 😂

[@stehrcrazy8821]

@@oneadVANtureatatime that is so exciting! I hope you show some highlights in the future! We can give you tons if pointers if you want! The U-disc app is awesome! If you are ever in California hit us up! We just bought a camper and I follow you religiously for ideas and tips. We would love love love ideas on great camp sites near disc golf courses! Keep up the wonderful videos!

[@herdfan697278]

Love your attitudes and your videos! Hey! That kilt isn’t bad either! Like the shirt you have added.

[@TJ-mc8uh]

Love the challenge at the end, Dave your site differently looks inviting! I vote for the first-night exposure picture, Carrie, beautiful! Thanks for sharing this must-see campground.

[@makalapuamegs1056]

Definitely going on my list.

[@djpWilson]

Those long exposures are soooo cool!! I was a little worried when you video wasn't up at the normal time this morning. Glad you guys are good. I always looking forward to my early morning Saturday video from "one adVanture at a time". :)

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! I think Carrie has adjusted the release time on Saturday as a result in not getting many views in the first couple of hours. KZbin does not suggest our video as much if it gets off to a slow start. 😂 We are honored to start our day with you. Thank you for your kindness.

[@kimgrant4975]

Love your adventures! Such a great video. Thanks again!!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Kim! We look forward to our next time in Alabama.

[@babsshaffer2652]

Wow-great find! Hope you added to iOverlander if not there yet. Like your camp spot challenge. We’ll do!

[@MrSoccerfossil]

Love all your vids. THANKS!

[@DeborahLong7777]

This was a VANTASTIC video!!! Great find, beautiful place and surely a great place to camp! Great job ❤

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you Debbe! We are going to have our work cut out for us to top this free location but love that challenge. We appreciate your kind words and wish you a wonderful day. 😀

[@838nd31]

Another awesome spot. Carrie your time lapse and long exposures are the best. Roodle was definitely wanting Dave out of the hammock to play ball. HAPPY TRAILS

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Roodle now knows that hammock time is ball time. Everytime he drops it in I throw it. He has trained me well. 😂😂😂

[@OurRetiredLife]

What a lovely spot you found! Thank you for sharing the coordinates. That midnight photo was absolutely beautiful!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you very much! Thank you for your kindness and hope to see you on the road. 😀

[@mandodeb]

I really enjoy your videos. I would suggest a grabber for the trash pick duties, especially in areas where there are snakes. Be careful.

[@3generations393]

I am appreciating your videos more & more as I see how much work you both (&Roodle) put into each and everyone. Thank you so much & may God bless 🙏✌️🌎💞

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you so much for your kindness! Carrie deserves most of the credit as she spends so much time during the editing process...meanwhile I am out looking for wild edibles or playing with Roodle. 😀😀😀

[@3generations393]

@@oneadVANtureatatime wild edibles (foraging) is going to be on my to do list once I locate & purchase my van. Your Roodle is such a joy to watch. I have a Schipperke mix that will NOT play with toys. Only dog I have ever seen that has no interest whatsoever 🤷

[@FEARNoMore]

DISK GOLF, that's what it's called! haha There's a course at my local park & I just thought people throw frisbees in those baskets & each one was just individual baskets for one group. lol Didn't realize it was a multibasket course thing. Thanks! The more you know.★★★★⭐..

[@1MillionMileRoadTrip]

Thanks for the information!

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

We encourage you to start Disc Golfing. We gave been playing for a couple of years. It's great exercise, the courses are usually beautiful & start up cost can be very affordable. There are a couple of apps that help you keep score and locate disc golf courses. I (Lou) long exposures images. I especially love to play with passing cars and city lights. Lou & Angie

[@brianleonard6885]

Beatuiful spot

[@harlanpatterson1959]

Midnight!

[@LaCatLady]

Definitely.

[@dterrell138]

Just went to the renn faire in Florence recently, the park looks completely different during those times. Going to have to check out that camp site, it's a couple hours from me

[@kimduran8891]

Great photo exposure experiment...pics are great.Thanks for taking us with you on your fun adventures. Safe travels to you guys!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you for joining us, Kim! We are having a great time sharing with you.😀

[@fastgurrrl]

Amazing *campground! Love R's mo/body hawk.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you, Jodie! We just freshened his mohawk up! 🐕😀

[@seemarathore6197]

Loved the video. Dave if you take up ⛳🏌you will not lose a single ball with Roodle by your side. Carrie both the photos were pretty, however the daytime one reminded of the first line of Frost's poem" Two roads diverged in a wood and I took the one less travelled on. ' I have also told Bill and Jesse that I got to know of their channel through you and have subscribed. I like Dave's challenge. Take care, have fun🤣😝😜

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I want to buy an old gulf club and hit Roodles ball for him. 😎 That poem sounds just like us! Thank you for checking out Bill and Jesse’s channel. They are so close to their subscriber goal! We are having fun setting up campsites for the next camper! Take good care and thank you for all of your kindness!! 😀

[@mikewalters4994]

good video, thanks for sharing it with us

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

You bet, Mike. It was our pleasure. 👍😀

[@javierapichardo]

beautiful ;)

[@memeking5376]

Wow, can't wait to see how you top this location! Loved the results of your photog experiment, Carrie, really cool. Safe travel, guys.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

I know right?! I look forward to the challenge of finding a better campsite. 😎 I am excited seeing Carrie get more involved in night photography. Thank you for your kindness! 😀

[@freedomdove]

What a great find! That night photography was amazing, Carrie.

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you freedom dove! Carrie is having much fun with nighttime photography right now. Thank you for the encouragement 😀 Happy travels to you.

[@julielawson2433]

Great video!!

[@cheriwaller7598]

I absolutely loved this video! What a great camping area. And, I loved the photography. You just gave my hubby and I something we are going to try with our cameras! Also, what a fantastic challenge at the end. It's on!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Thank you! Glad you are accepting the challenge! I think it’s kinda fun and we hope to add a personal touch in the future. The question is how do you leave something that is not construed as trash..... it’s a fine line! I LOVE night photography!! I just find it so magical!!!

[@SL_BA]

All of the photos were beautiful. I thought the midnight exposure looked like a sunrise. I read all of the comments to see if anyone else thought the same. -Scotty

[@jannezack]

I’m about to do a Natchez Trace drive and camp. I will definitely hit this campground! Oh and I LOVED the midnight shots, the shorter one was my fav!

[@oneadVANtureatatime]

Right on! You are going to have a blast. Do beware of ticks as they are out in full force.😀

[@jannezack]

@@oneadVANtureatatime yes and the snakes you mentioned would be water moccasins. They are not only poisonous but their mouth in spite of being white is filthy which could lead to tetanus on top of the poison. They also smell really bad (to add insult to injury!). My biggest complaint are bugs especially mosquitoes) but I have a screen room tent for that. Enjoy your travels. If you are still in the south you should visit Memphis and see Elvis as well as many other sights.