Padre Island National Seashore Beach Camping Travel VLOG | We’re the Russos Camper Van Life S1:E45

[@Weretherussos]

Comments? Questions? Leave them here -> weretherussos.com/padre-island-national-seashore/

[@kathythomas7371]

43 years ago I “camped” in a tent/sleeping bag on Padre after a day in the sun ☀️ The most uncomfortable,-sand on a sunburn, night of my life😡 Can’t wait to try it again in the AKTIV. MUCH BETTER !

[@MultiRabe]

Hey, is it too late for me to join the WTR Patreon Family? Is there some sort of special handshake I have to learn first lol? #LoveYouGuys #Muaaahhhhh

[@MSmithy1]

I know that Kait was there but all we saw was Joe! Missed your smiling face Kait!

[@joannbirdsong583]

I don't think she wants her parents to see her hair.

[@cdlady54_95]

JoAnn Birdsong - it could be her way of mourning and paying honor to Leo. I did respectfully ask her that. They both are mourning and Joe looks like he lost more weight. I believe that is why he wasn't feeling well. I work with bereaved families and that's what my comments are based on. Let's keep verbally supporting them. Loss is hard.

[@sandrahalverson4892]

Thank you Joe & Kait, my father served as a radio operator on the USS Lexington during World War 2, I so appreciate you showing around the ship.

[@dustykatz2744]

Kait taking good care of her man with a cup of tea, so sweet.

[@joycebarnett5813]

When you said that you were headed over to the air craft carrier, a whole flock of birds flew over. It was great. Thanks for taking me along on this trip.

[@shelleykayart]

We used to go to Padre Island when I was kid ... it's so pretty down there. Joe, I feel the same about the coffee ... I know I'm feeling bad when I don't want mine in the morning b/c nothing else could stop me! I was also going to say that you seemed sad until you said you were under the weather. But the energy matched mine today as we are having to send our kitty to the Rainbow Bridge ... as you said with Leo, we just know it's time. Hope you are feeling better and hopefully we'll get to see more of Kait's new hair on the next video :)

[@chareagletalley2530]

This was another fantastic video, Joe & Kait. However, in the beginning, when Joe was walking on the sand towards the waves, I imagined Leo by his side, and there was such a 'void' there, with Joe alone. I can't imagine how it is still difficult for you both, without him by your side. It is very good 'therapy' for you both, to keep traveling, and I think Leo would want it that way. He will always be with you in Spirit -

[@Eyagsf]

Joe, you look like you need a break. I hope you are able to take some time off & heal. Thanks to you & Kait for all the stories.... but we want you both to be happy.

[@erinclose7043]

I lived in Harlingen for 6 years. I would wake up and drive to your spot and watch the sun rise a lot. That is my fave beach access. Don’t visit after Cinco de Mayo or any other major summer holiday. The beach gets trashed unfortunately.

[@TXGranny2]

Sorry you didnt feel well Joe, I could tell when the video started. I understand the not wanting coffee when you dont feel good. Hope the mosquitoes didnt eat you up Kait! I bet you had some beautiful sunsets on the beach, so jealous!

[@AsiaticBW]

Happy you are feeling better, want to see wife more with her new hair cut. Stay Blessed.

[@davidhosken1766]

Love the way you filmed the RV over time laps with the sun going down at the beach. Very cool

[@nomadicana]

5:35 "Yeah..... I love sea tur - tles!" Aww, adorable! haha

[@REB65]

Hope you’re feeling 100% now Joe! You two take care and God Bless ✌️

[@darlys1962]

Hope everyone is well now. Nice to recuperate at the beach.

[@Deemac1236]

Wow what a spot to camp!

[@GBoozler121]

love the coast, but do the mountains in spring, summer, and yes winter! :)

[@LindaWolfe20]

Wish we were at the beach camping... We should be for sure.. Thanks! Happy Trails!

[@galardmills5306]

Glad you went to Corpus to see The Blue Ghost! I never pass up a museum ship!

[@thomashaas3671]

That is the ship my farther served on

[@danlawry7863]

Missed seeing Kate with her new dew!

[@DrivinandVibin]

We still have rust on our Fiber Stream & Ranger from our week long stay there! :)

[@jessac85lyn]

You must drive through the rinse station, very slowly ! It will help with preventing rust !

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

Drivin' and Vibin' I heard you should get an under carriage wash immediately after leaving.

[@midway241]

Kate, I miss seeing you in this video.

[@ginabrown3901]

Me too, why are you hidig Kait???

[@debracolyer116]

This is TOTALLY AWESOME!!! My dad was on the USS Lexington for quite some time. His "home". Thank you.

[@sheilamarkland4045]

That is a pretty amazing beach to camp on.

[@zelphiaellerson6283]

Glad you're feeling better, Joe!

[@nancywalton55]

One of my favorite videos. Love the beach ... My happy place. I think I would have stayed there for days. I sure hope you feel better Joe. You're looking pretty down and out. ♡

[@davidfromtexas9681]

That looked like Mustang Island since you were so close to Corpus. That's a great part of the state and the Lex is just an awesome experience. Have fun and stay safe guys!

[@dennymedeiros4504]

We take lots of garlic year round. Seldom get mosquito bites. The little capsules. Double up around April or May

[@norcaldave9904]

What a great place..love it...have fun

[@josephah2000]

That is one of the best beaches and we are lucky to have it in in Texas! You can drive down the island about 70 miles! Once you get about 20, 30 or so miles out it becomes a very different experience. Try it next time, but you'll need 4wd.

[@weswalker1208]

Very cool that's where I'm at Corpus Christi. Glad you enjoyed yourself

[@billmcloughlin5375]

Watched your Smokey Mtn video, but really can’t appreciate much when the video runs so fast! I’m planning a trip for the fall.

[@richardquinones2959]

Wow Leo would have definitely loved that beach spot rip Leo💜🐶👋👍

[@danielhoegler2062]

Wish I knew you were coming. I just moved back to Corpus Christi last November. I lived here from 2001 til 2005, very familiar with Padre Island it is one of my favorite places, especially to catch fish. I would have taken you guys on a tour down the beach maybe only about 20 miles or so of the 70 miles. When you get used to Padre Island National Seashore, and know and how to look, you can see tons of wildlife. We could have stopped and fished for a while too, almost guaranteed to catch a fish or two. You might as well stop and give the van a good wash down, make sure to clean the underside 2 or 3 times, even if you think it is clean of salt. The clean out all the sand, shake blankets and clothes to get sand out, and do a good vacuuming. You not you will feel sand for weeks! Hope you come back, of you do contact me, I would like to meet you. Dan

[@sadetherat4147]

I enjoy seeing your videos. Every time I watch one I think "someday, someday."

[@DavidHuffTexas]

It's so neat seeing you guys at all my old stompin' grounds! Been visiting Padre since I was a kid, and we've taken our Scout troop on several overnight camp outs on the Lexington. Youth groups actually get to sleep in the old crew quarters, and you're allowed to wander around the public areas of the ship anytime you like - which is kind of cool & spooky at 10:00 or 11:00 at night ;)

[@shanslam1970]

What a stunning location ❤

[@scottmote2176]

Hi Joe, If you and Kait make it to the East coast sometime stop by the USS Yorktown in Charleston South Carolina. It's probably a lot like the USS Lexington but you can never get enough of the aircraft carrier tours.

[@flybyairplane3528]

Scott Mote the only carrier, I was on is the INTREPID, in NYC, but also visited the battleship USS TEXAS, in 1995, convention being held there that time RSES , folks.

[@henrietta9206]

Another lovely week....thanks y'all! ❤

[@kna4evr1]

You two are so sweet...I enjoy your video's a lot. Thank you for sharing them.

[@selectshelley]

I keep meaning to tell you how much I enjoyed your book, Joe. You're a very good writer. Next - your book, Kait! Today I just happen to be enjoying the beach in Carlsbad before the rain comes in tonight. Why were you off screen, Kait? I like the time laps. Next time you're on San Diego tour the Midway. That's outstanding. Shelley from San Diego

[@haileystebbing7610]

Who else liked Before watching. I Did. Love this channel they Inspire me so so so Much.

[@corinnemcleod1804]

We would not be able to park on the beach like that in Nova Scotia, our tides are very high, great place!

[@seabliss22]

Essential oils is a must when camping. I’m a bug magnet but last year I used a mix of oils and not one bite all three seasons 😃

[@kathifoynm]

I loved your time lapse. I didn’t realize you shoot on your phones, gives me confidence to do the same.

[@brujitacrafty]

Will you guys dedicate an episode regarding relationships and van life? Do you guys plan date nights? What do you do when you need your own space/time? How do you not kill each other? lol :)

[@paxwallacejazz]

Crafty Accountant Oh you sense the undercurrent. Normal unavoidable.

[@rebeccaharper1322]

Hey yall, great video. Hope Joe is feeling better.

[@amynelson9362]

Amazing camping spot and very cool ship! I was waiting for the Top Gun music! ;) Feel better Joe.

[@AsiaticBW]

Happy to see Yall.

[@maryw3685]

hope you feel better; maybe you are just a little tired from driving. Take care and have fun.

[@suehebden5417]

Do hope you are feeling better Joe, you are looking quite sad.

[@parkchan8048]

I would love to watch your morning and night routine if ever😊.

[@Weretherussos]

Here you go... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnWoYWd5Z6qCp8U

[@DesertPepper]

Kait needs to post her beauty routine. :) What does she do at night for her skin? She looks so pretty!

[@HimmelbergerBus]

I've literally been building my bus to do this trip. We did it as a tent camping trip 3 years ago.

[@leslieroldan4207]

I was going to comment you look sad but more into the video but I see that you are a little bit under the weather! I hope you get better for your next video! Love you guys!

[@markreynolds3850]

Nice video of Padre Island.

[@di557dianebritson]

Great Vid, 'N I could definitely live there full-time with my furbabies! Beach in a Van looks wonderful too. 🚐💖 I agree with Kait on "Sea Turtles" 🐢 are awesome. Yes Joe, Drones have pros and cons and purchasing might not be too important. Glad to see you didn't float away. 😱💖

[@jgardner2508]

Put the Oceano dunes State beach on your travel list! It does not have an aircraft carrier, but also no mosquitos!

[@yeah4me2]

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE go North this summer....Maine, Cape Cod, North Dakota.

[@hebguy07]

Another great video,also I like how the y'all sounds like one of us.

[@noreenn6976]

Get some Sting Stop at a health food store for the itchy bug bites, works great!

[@sun1sh1ne]

You both are my inspiration..this video is a reason why! Mwah! 😍😍

[@VernonWallace]

Hope you feel better Joe.

[@marketshare5273]

Needed whole lot more of the aircraft carrier quite the tease.

[@BoomBoomGodwon]

A good itch relief for mosquitoes and poison ivy is Hand Sanitizer. I prefer the Aloe enriched sanitizer.

[@MovingForwardAdventures]

Just finished your book, you did a wonderful job with it and I really enjoyed how it made me feel like I was in the moment with you guys throughout your entire story. Looking forward to the second one which if you sign I will not gift as well :) Take care guys, safe travels and cool time lapse by the way, looked great!!

[@MultiRabe]

Moving Forward Adventures Hello Kennbrina lol (still not sure if I like this name yet...perhaps "Sabrinny" hehe ;) Always my best to you three 👍👌😎✌🏻

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

Moving Forward Adventures Nice review.

[@DonAmiga]

Hi from Scotland been watching your videos for awhile now which are great. I see you've got new sun blinds for the cab can you give us some info on them and if they're better than the previous ones. Thanks

[@christen5042]

Oh my gosh. Had a small heart palpitation. Thought that was a spider on the headrest!

[@BBQRando]

Nice, hope you feel better

[@hobohobbies]

Great video. Thanks for posting

[@colaw77]

Best spot ever!

[@peggybowles22]

I knew right away you weren't feeling up to par. Poor boy. Hope you are ok now.

[@m.t.mobile]

Hey! What happened to Kait?!?!! Wanted to see her new hair cut!! Hope she's still enjoying it! LOL!!

[@henryc1000]

3:21 That looks like a built in TV😁

[@cdlady54_95]

Is there a screen for the rear doors?

[@swilsher]

You are so right about having a drone! I fly one for personal fun but you are so limited on where you can legally fly that it’s not worth it.

[@patrickslattery3598]

Missed seeing you kait

[@MultiRabe]

You know, im still not over Leo yet 😢

[@monoskier2112]

Where is Kait? Did she not like her new hair cut? I think it looks great, she should not be shy in front of the camera. Plus she is a lot cuter than you. LOL....😄🇨🇦

[@r99pinball24]

Don't forget to hose off your van when you get a chance. Salt water is a no no

[@reciego]

Kate, let's see the new haircut!!!

[@boatdesigner12]

Have you tried electronic bug repellers? Would make a good review.

[@cantucodes]

Did you all get new sun shades for the front side windows?

[@thecampingelks6730]

Kait, hope your new dew isn't related to a health issue. Miss your smiling face!

[@JW-es5un]

BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE BEACH. IM A HAPPY 56 YEARS OLD PRAISE THE LORD💕❤💞. I HAVE NEVER BEEN TO THE BEACH TO SEE THE OCEAN.. THANK Y'ALL FOR SHARING.. SAFE TRAVELS💖🇺🇸😇👼

[@Joe-dp1ci]

Please can you make a video on how you edit your videos

[@greglewis7734]

Cool video I live a van in corpus Christi

[@markreynolds3850]

Nice video you guys!

[@Chrisb8s]

I can tell that Joe may not be feeling well.. Kait sounds like a Mom.. :)

[@route66flyer29]

Here's a question for ya, what do you use to hold your phone while recording your videos? And as for needing a commercial drone license for what your doing isn't needed. That only applies if your going out working for someone such as a realtor doing videos for hire otherwise nearly everyone on KZbin would need to get a license and take it from me, no one doing videos here has one. *Dance the Skies*

[@safeharbor7]

Much enjoyed... Thumbs up...

[@Stevo71]

Curious... are either of you prior military? Between all the camo hats, blankets, and backpacks that make their appearance in your videos, it just got me wondering.

[@JohnPaynekj4wzo]

Hi, Joe and Kait ! Just asking, How do you receive you mail while on the road? Sorry if you have already answered this before.

[@gordon3988]

Enjoyed beach scenes, but you were braver than I...would have worried about the tides! New phones worked well for video...what did you upgrade to?

[@elenasimon1270]

Nice, y'all.

[@edbenson98]

Thanks for the nice beach footage. #WTR

[@jessac85lyn]

My home town!!! Miss the smell of that rotting seaweed lol. Smells like home!!!

[@TheZenguitarguy]

The tide does not come in?

[@bnbailey]

I appreciate the insight on the drone. Drone shots are cool, but I suspect most people watch your videos because of the more personal aspects of your material. Sometimes the “cool” factor is not worth the extra hassle. I think you made a good decision.