Our FIRST TIME CAMPING IN OUR WINNEBAGO TRAVATO 59G | KOA Pigeon Forge | Blackstone Cooking!

[@RustyOutdoors101]

You guys are such a beautiful couple and I really appreciate you guys sharing your faith with the community. God bless your guys

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you for the kind comment Rusty we appreciate it. God bless!

[@missybrock]

I always appreciate Y'all showing that you are Thankful for your Blessings!! It's so easy to take things for granted, nowadays🥰

[@FridaysForever]

Our pleasure!

[@onaciam]

Y’all are awesome. Thanking God for your meals.God bless and be safe

[@NikonRules303]

That’s a really nice camper! Food looks great, TV is a great way to enjoy the frosty afternoon and you had all the right gear to make it enjoyable. You guys are very blessed!

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks Mark 👍

[@adrianalireza6835]

What a wonderful couple, enjoyed every minute, thank you😊

[@will4gzus]

That camper and trip looks to be “Big T” approved😂

[@FridaysForever]

He loved it Will!

[@andreaandiwilliams9232]

So glad you had such a great time, Big T looked very happy to be with you on your 1st camping trip !!! You have a awesome time enjoying your new Camper /van!

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Andi! Big T loves the new ride and motel.

[@janetwheeler4210]

Thanks for blessing your food,

[@FridaysForever]

Our pleasure Janet.

[@victoriagregory7471]

I like big T’s Tennessee tag on his collar 👍🏼

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Victoria!

[@ritagarrison8315]

Boy that looks like fun and cooking on the Blackstone , we used to cookout when I was young on the skyline drive with our grandparents, such a God time ,love y'all's camper van also , glad you are doing what makes you happy. God Bless

[@FridaysForever]

We did have a blast Rita! We appreciate you watching and leaving a kind comment. God bless

[@skippyjones4195]

Hey it’s great hanging out with you guys ❤️🙏🏻👍

[@lynettestephens5152]

I love your new camper. Y’all will get lots of use out of it. ♥️

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Lynette!

[@SouthernGospelLady]

Congrats on your new Van, that's my dream to own one of those. Maybe one day Lord willing.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you so much!

[@bigbuck6219]

Love when y'all pray!👍👍

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Big Buck!

[@kitkatv333]

Looks like a great first adventure! So glad everything worked well for y'all. Big T seems to really be enjoying his time out with mom and dad. Thanks for taking us along! God bless!

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much for watching Kathy! We enjoyed our first trip very much. God bless.

[@janethartwig774]

My goodness, your skin is gorgeous! Looked like a really fun trip. Greetings from California.🇺🇸

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Janet - we appreciate you sharing from California.

[@timhill8389]

You two are a made couple, Mike your so easy going and what a wonderful wife you have to being so agreeable to whatever you say, I love it.

[@chynasparks1]

1/1/23 1:40pm Texas time. This video was very relaxing to watch. You two are so pleasant and you look like you’re enjoying yourselves. I love your Travato. You brought a little tear to my eye when you said blessing for your meal. I don’t know why. Your review is great. I kind of like that you did most of your cooking outside. I worry about food odors sticking with the camper. Besides it’s the camping way. Bless you both and your fur baby.

[@FridaysForever]

Hi Angela in Texas!! Thank you so much for the kind comment and we appreciate you watching. God bless.

[@karollisa7022]

Big T is adorbs! Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I’m planning to get a class B and this helps me a lot to see people around my age actually camping in one. Thanks and God bless

[@salanicus]

OHMYGOSH we just stayed there when we were in Pigeon Forge a few weeks back in our Mercedes Sprinter. And loved it! Right next to the river too. The walk down the river to the park and the Old Mill area is beautiful. Officially we can now welcome you to the campervan world😃 We use our Firestick to watch TV. Food looked yummy. Please do more van episodes. Sending Best Wishes and Blessings, James and Kim ❤️

[@FridaysForever]

Hi James & Kim! That's awesome - we didn't know you had a Sprinter. We did enjoy the koa with it's location. Thanks for the welcome and we look forward to many more trips. God bless

[@csmith9189]

Wonderful video! Blessings in your journey!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you C Smith so much! God bless.

[@edatao2]

Such a beautiful video and so respectful. Thank You!! Love your dog. ❤

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Diana! Our pleasure. Big T says HI!

[@angiemurphy3693]

So glad y'all are enjoying yourselves. Big T is so beautiful and l am sure he loves too go along. God bless y'all and stay safe.😊

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Angie! We had a blast. God bless

[@williamm.1181]

Looks and sounds like fun times

[@johns.6183]

Hey Mike and Karen! How crazy - earlier this month my nephew and I camped in the tent space directly in front of where you guys were located. We hiked to Mt. Leconte the very next morning. It looks like y'all had a great time with the Travato! Check out the KOA in Townsend when you get a chance. It's beautiful and not far from Cades Cove. Thanks for taking us along - God bless!

[@FridaysForever]

Hi John that's awesome! Sounds like a fun hike but long one. We will be checking out the koa in Townsend also. Thanks so much for the comment. God bless

[@reneebarrow4697]

Thanks for sharing and thanks for saying the blessing on the video. I enjoyed the camping trip with ya'll and my man, Big T. We had plans to be there Thanksgiving, but we had a bunch of mishaps. My husband fell the first night. My dog Buddy that I have asked for prayers before hurt his back so we just loaded up and came home. Not to mention the awful traffic on the way home. Took Buddy to the vet today, he has injured his back for sure and having trouble walking and made an appointment for my husband. Please pray for all of us. We have not had anything but awful trials and tribulations happen to us since the first of August. I pray it gets better soon for us. God bless ya'll. Waiting on more camping videos.

[@FridaysForever]

Hi Renee! We are so sorry to hear of all your troubles. Please know we will be praying for all you've mentioned. God bless.

[@judyparker8283]

So glad your new rig worked well for you on your first trip! Can't wait for your next camping trip!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Judy!

[@shirleymack8651]

Looks like you all had a great time. Always nice seeing Big T.

[@FridaysForever]

Always! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment Shirley.

[@paulettebrochet2011]

Loved seeing y'all enjoy your first camping trip in the Trevato. We absolutely love it! Wish we could get one too! Perfect size,and looks so easy to drive. Its something we may be looking into in the near future. Thank you for sharing with us. We have driven by that KOA before, great location. Looking forward to your next adventure!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you so much Paulette! We hope you guys find one to meet your needs soon. Our pleasure.

[@patriciabond8087]

Your sweet dog Mr. T is so sweet! How old is he? Breakfast and coffee is so good while you are camping! Love my percolated coffee early in morning! Thank ya'll for bringing us along on your adventures!

[@sharonwilson2450]

Love your van! Looks like the perfect size!

[@tonyab1423]

Love seeing Big T.

[@paulam9838]

Just wondering if you would share your recipe for the Lemon pie? It looked so good, and sounded even more delicious with the salty sweet taste.

[@karengirlfriday5372]

Hi Paula, send us an email, Friday’s Forever, it’s always in the description and mention that you want the lemon pie recipe and I’ll send a photo I have of it. ~ Karen

[@Ewolkonowski]

New to your page, you both are precious! Can't wait to camp in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area. :)

[@bigoldavey]

You are a lucky man... to have a very pretty wifey and she enjoys the outdoors with you. Love you'ns videos. Keep up the fun having!!!

[@sheilawillis490]

Glad y'all had fun!! 😊💜

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Shelia!

[@kendrasmith6637]

Wow, nice campground. So glad u had a good time this first time out overnight. Glad big T loves it too. Sure looks like fun 🤩 God bless, Mike and Karen.

[@mikeloeffler2801]

I love your channel that knife is one of the best and if you want to keep a fire going just throw charcoal on the bottom and put the wood on top I love going on your adventures you guys rock looking forward to the next adventure keep up the great work and God bless you all

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Mike! It's been a great knife and nice travel size. Appreciate the fire tip. God bless

[@richardshumate7257]

Looks liane a lot of fun. Enjoyed watching.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you for watching Richard!

[@bamagirl6403]

Loved it!! So glad yall enjoy the Travata!! What a way to go.

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Bama Girl - you are the best!!

[@roberthicks5704]

That was fun. I could almost smell that bacon frying. We are headed that way on the 27th. Can't wait to be back

[@FridaysForever]

We had a great time Robert - thanks so much for sharing with us.

[@lonnien.clifton1113]

I LIKE THE CAMPER VAN, GOD BLESS YALL

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Lonnie! God bless.

[@nancywood8705]

thanks, really enjoyed your little get away. koa nice, made me hungrey with all the good food and big T looks like he had fun too. love it all.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Nancy! We had a nice time and appreciate you watching.

[@LL-wu8zt]

Big T was loving life!

[@FridaysForever]

Yes he was!

[@michaeloshea5878]

Bless you two Thanks for sharing.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Michael!

[@mollybutcher5487]

You have inspired this non-camping gal To want to go camping - looked like a lot of fun! Can’t wait to see where else you’ll be going.

[@FridaysForever]

Get out there and go Molly! Thanks so much for watching and leaving a comment.

[@brendacox8120]

Love Pigeon Forge. Yall have fun.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Brenda!

[@mysticalsouls]

Hello from Australia, your pooch is so adorable

[@CampingTherapy]

Head over to Dollar Tree, and get a set of metal spatulas to leave in the camper van. I have them, and use them all the time. The even have a scraper there. I think the KOA is a bit pricey, but I do like that you can walk over to Patriot Park. I'll have to check it out.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you for the tip we appreciate it!

[@TheGrayLifewithJimPearl]

Great spot for your fist camp out. This was the very first place we every camped at in the Smoky Mountains in 2020.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you for sharing!

[@robertbdesmond]

We have the exact same model, year and color. We have owned our Travato 259G for just over one year. It’s been ok, not fantastic. My wife loves it. Ours has had a lot of issues. More than acceptable to me. Personally, I’d sell it if my wife didn’t love it.

[@Julzyboo]

How sweet this little adventure was. ❤️❤️❤️

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Julz!

[@JC-tm6wh]

Love watching you guys cook & eat. Good stuff.

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks for watching JC!

[@kathyg1346]

That meal looked delightful!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Kathy!

[@WILDEBILL308]

Glad you had a good first night. We were in that area last summer.

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much William!

[@courtneystevens6887]

Enjoyed the video! The food you guys made looked really good, and it was nice to see Big T. 🐾 We stayed at the PF KOA in 2020. Our site was right next to Patriot Park. The location of this campground can’t be beat (in PF, anyway). The kids loved the lazy river and the hot tub was really nice too. Glad you guys had a great first night camping in your new van! 😊 Thanks for sharing!!

[@johnturner6688]

Looks like a great time wish I was there Another great video

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much John!

[@markkikly6784]

Hey Mike, when leveling try building a pyramid with your blocks. Two on bottom and one in the middle so they wont slide. Love your rig! Cant wait to see more adventures

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks for the tip Mark we appreciate it so much.

[@garryretiredcableguy5292]

Wow we were staying just across lil pigeon river from you !!

[@FridaysForever]

Awesome Garry! Hope you had a great time.

[@garythurber9867]

Thanks for taking us along with you on your first trip. Looks like you had a great time. Very happy you were able to get the camper van.

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks for watching! We appreciate your kind words Gary.

[@dandtintennessee7675]

Looks like yall had a good trip. First thing we did when we got a camper is went to Dollar Tree and stocked the camper with its own set of utensils and hand soaps and such so there would never be a need to move stuff back and forth. We absolutely love that KOA.. walking distance to Old Mill 🙂. Hope to be able to book there for August 2023. Those spots over by Patriot Park would be nice. We always stayed by the river when we had the smaller camper. Nice visit guys.

[@FridaysForever]

We did and thanks for sharing all the tips with us. Appreciate you watching and leaving a comment.

[@robinmccune3438]

Another thing you might want to get is a fold up table. I know you might not have a lot of storage space but most campgrounds do not allow grills of any type on picnic tables because of burning the tables. We enjoyed the video! We’re binge watching your past videos and looking forward to many more adventures in the future!

[@robinc2024]

Happy first night! God bless your travels.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Robin! God bless.

[@ms.tep_]

Looked like you enjoyed yourselves! Have a great week!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Tawna - we did have a good time! You too

[@jeffdickens7019]

Mike and Karen glad to see that y'all enjoyed your first night in your new ride hope you have many more to look forward to keep enjoying life to the fullest as we all say we only live once take care and God bless

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much Jeff we appreciate you watching and leaving a comment. God bless

[@RvDavy]

Eggs was is my go to meal cool set up I subbed you guys. I'll be in quartzite az nice setup you have happy holidays to you 3.

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much for subbing RV Davy! Merry Christmas.

[@peggiewindham4819]

Love watching y'all camping and eating from the Blackstone. Got a question have you ever cooked bread for toast on it ? Bet that would be good. I love cooking my toast in a cast iron frying pan.

[@birdman5223]

Very interesting guyz☺️

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks for watching!

[@deatra-happypagirl4063]

Thanks for sharing!

[@FridaysForever]

Our pleasure!

[@kyrangerman519]

Too cool! Looks like fun, enjoy! Back in the early/mid 80s I stayed a few times at the campground at the 'Y' as you enter Gatlinburg with my in-laws. First time in a Winnebago 28', then a Georgie Boy 30', then again in another Winnebago. We had a blast! I don't think that campground is still there, back then there was a huge putt putt course in front.

[@FridaysForever]

Hi! Thanks so much for sharing with us about your past adventures. We appreciate you watching so much!!

[@olafpamela]

Glad to see you both enjoyed your new camper van.👍 Big T knows how to camp🏕 and ride in style🥰🐾 Thanks for sharing your adventures 😊 God Bless 🙏

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Pamela! Big T loves the new camper. God bless

[@carlavision6143]

Mike and Karen, really enjoyed your video! Love seeing Big T! Jr likes 🥓 too and I've got to have mine burnt! Beautiful KOA Campground! Looks like Big T was enjoying it. I did a video of the KOA Campground in Durant just across from Choctaw Casino and Resort.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you Carla! We appreciate you sharing with us. God bless

[@carlavision6143]

@@FridaysForever you're welcome!

[@MsSusie1959]

Mike n Karen, I'm so glad you enjoy your time there. It really looks so peaceful at night, Hugs n Love to you all three

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you so much! God bless

[@adriannurse1502]

First time watcher and I just subscribed. Congratulations on your new Class B 🥳🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Is this your first RV? What made you decide on the van? My wife and I live in South West Florida. We have a 42' Class A diesel pusher. We enjoy traveling in our motorhome. A lot of times our favorite place to go when we are leaving for a hurricane is Chattanooga Tennessee. For hurricane Ian though they were not sure where it was going when it left Florida so we went to Waco and Galveston Texas. I can't wait to see your other videos. 🙂

[@FridaysForever]

Welcome to our adventures Adrian! We've had some smaller RV's in the past. We stay on the move never staying very long in one spot and needed something pretty mobile. Thank you for sharing with us so much.

[@vs123]

Wow very happy camping my friend

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you!

[@dannythecamper4186]

Good video, good job on the camping

[@FridaysForever]

Glad you enjoyed it Danny!

[@paulamiller3358]

A recipe book would be great from you!

[@donmontana43]

Looks like y’all had a great time

[@FridaysForever]

Hi Don - we did have a fun time on our first outing. Thank you for the comment.

[@RhondaA]

Nothing like bacon and eggs cooked outside! Looks like a nice little camping trip. I always thought that KOA looked like it would be fun to camp at, but we keep our camper down in Myrtle Beach.

[@FridaysForever]

That's for sure Rhonda!! It really is a nice location. Thanks for sharing.

[@LisaLisa-fx1qb]

Big T makes me think of our Bosco he was 15 and we would push him around in a stroller, Yellowstone and anywhere else we went he loved camping . Would love to get your biscuit recipe?

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you for sharing Lisa! We shared it on our facebook page.

[@koalabear6722]

Glad you enjoyed your adventure. Hope you try camping in The National Park. The vibe is so wonderful then commercial campgrounds. I'm sure you will eventually.

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you! We will be camping in the TNP also.

[@thetravelingkites]

What a great first night out! Our first night in Cara was in the parking lot of a museum in Ohio’s Amish country. It was a Harvest Hosts location and was just about a year ago. We’ll look forward to seeing more of your van adventures. Did you give the van a name? 🚐

[@thetravelingkites]

P.S. You should try the Gatlinburg East KOA sometime. We loved it there! Very quiet and with access to some hiking trails.

[@FridaysForever]

Hey guys! Thanks so much for watching this adventure we appreciate it. We do plan on staying at the East location sometime. No name yet!

[@gsantos8911]

Hi guys We was on pigeon forge and Gatlinburgh Friday Saturday Sunday and now we’re on the way home Winston Salem NC

[@FridaysForever]

Hey! We hope you had a great time in the Smokies - hope to catch you next time.

[@tamitarekolayan9918]

New subscriber here! You both are very relaxing to watch! Love the chemistry together! Also we are a new owner of a Mercedes Sprinter by Winnebago. We are wet behind the ears and looking for guidance! lol.. can I ask how much KOA charges per night for your lot? Thanks

[@miker9043]

Nice to see you're enjoying life and camping without the roughing it part !

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks Mike!

[@mitchsmith1268]

Been there Did that koa over thanksgiving back in 2010 👍

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks for sharing Mitch!

[@karollisa7022]

Also, where do you store your blackstone? I’m taking notes for when I get my Travato :). Thank you in advance. God bless you.

[@karollisa7022]

I have an older French bulldog that I push around in a stroller. What do you do with your little fur buddy when you want to go inside somewhere to site sea (e.g., an aquarium, etc.)

[@fafafohi2boss533]

Try camping up in The Back Woods..🐻

[@jt-vf8pn]

Love your new camper! ❤️ Question. My husband is 6'4." How tall are you and you fit well in the bed?? Thanks for sharing. I've moved from that area and would love if we could bring our 2 golden retrievers. I'm 64, hubby 70. God Bless!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you! We recommend you checking out Winnebagos web site for accurate info. They have two options of floor plans. Ours is the 59g the other is 59k.

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

Hello from Gatlinburg TN

[@FridaysForever]

Hello in Gatlinburg!

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

@@FridaysForever come see me at Skybridge..I'll get you guys up !

[@CharlieandGina]

You got to check out the Anderson leveler. They are curved and easy to use. You will never use the sqare ones again. Enjoy!

[@FridaysForever]

We will check them out but trying to keep stuff needed small for packing. Appreciate the tip so much!

[@dianewilliams5271]

Nice!

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks you Diane!

[@doylelholbrook7272]

You’ve got to go camping at Cades Cove👍🇺🇸

[@FridaysForever]

It's on our list Doyle! Thanks.

[@larrybailey1896]

If the Van is rock'n , dont come a knock'n...LOL...

[@karenk2831]

Love the new van, it is beautiful! We enjoyed your previous video in which you gave us a tour of your van. My husband Jim and I look forward to your videos! If you want to watch another youtuber who travels all over the US/Canada most of the year in a converted Mercedes Sprinter Van check out "Adventures of A + K" (they travel with their dog too). They are a lovely couple and can help you with all things van life! Your van is so nice. The bathroom is a must for me and the size of your bathroom is really great! I love the swivel seats. Big T you are so cute!!!! God bless you two and Big T too!

[@FridaysForever]

Hi Karen! Thank you so much for watching and leaving the kind comment. We look forward to all the help we can get. God bless

[@karenk2831]

@@FridaysForever 😊❤

[@gisho9]

I MUCH prefer the G layout over the K but how hard is it to get in and out of the Murphy bed with two people in it and say someone has to get up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night? Thanks in advance

[@mountaingirl5760]

Hey Mike and Karen. Have you used the shower yet? We were always curious about that type of bathroom/shower. Hope y'all had a Happy Thanksgiving. My husband is still having a lot of health issues. Please keep us in your prayers.

[@FridaysForever]

Not yet - we hope to try it out soon. We will be praying for your husband.

[@tavonjohnston]

Stair step the levelers. Put one down to drive up on 2.

[@FridaysForever]

Thanks so much for the tip Tavon!

[@TravelingTheBackRoads-k7c]

I like that grill you use is it electric

[@rocketlauncher1504]

So much fun! Glad to see you both are doing well. Thanks for taking along. Enjoy!

[@FridaysForever]

Thank you so much! Our pleasure.