Back in the Woods Part 2: What A Difference a Day Makes

A reference to my favorite Dinah Washington song, it also seemed a fitting ending to the second part of my first trip in my new Trillium Outback egg-shaped trailer. Different food, different camping spot, and different weather!
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[@wvevie7612]

There should be some kind of an award for you to win for your videos, Slim. They are the best of KZbin. Can't wait to see the shower setup.

Me too!!

[@RicG.]

I'm old enough to remember slinkys and that silly song! Funny stuff Slim!

[@agilitysuze]

Thanks...now I have that going through my head.... :o/

[@carlaifera5254]

......1966?

[@cherriemckinstry131]

@@agilitysuze me too....

[@eighteeninseventytwo5038]

@@carlaifera5254 Yes, circa. And, Suze, that stuff gets to me also... :o\

[@carycoombe3380]

I cannot believe he did that with an old "Stinky Slinky".🤣😄😆

[@williamjourney6753]

Three years ago your dinner looked terrific, and has stood the test of time--it still does.

[@ChicagosSinfulSwede]

Perfect trip in the snow! Thats exactly how I would've preferred it. Nothing like getting cozy in a winter wonderland.

[@richardlemonjr.7984]

The awning can be raised by lifting the bottom bar. Love watching ! Keep up the good work.

[@jeanettegraham9440]

Yes. There should be a round knob on each side bar. Loosen it and pull up the awning. Then retighten. Also, try sliding the web handle to the middle of the awning before pulling on it to open the awning.

[@roymichael851]

Agreed, mine allows you to slide the interior portion of the bottom slides to elevate your canopy. Meaning, you can raise the height of the canopy. No head collisions.

[@viking8889]

Got to be some written instructions that came with it

[@dooleyfussle8634]

On my awning you could unhitch the lower arm from the side of the trailer and put it on the ground. Always a good idea to cant the awning so that it drained and a big dump didn't fill up the awning and rip it.

[@williambranham6249]

@@viking8889 For sure! I expect the Trillium co would help as well.

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

THANK YOU FOR TAKING US / ME ALONG WITH YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY ! MISS THE FRESH AIR & QUITE TOO !

[@carlaifera5254]

.......yeah.......so nice to see people out........not talkin' about 'it'.........🙋‍♀️

[@bluejeans8001]

That was really informative seeing the inside “stuff” bouncing around during travel.

[@kirkchestnut5045]

Kind of like watching videos of cruise ships at sea where the camera is locked down and everything and everyone is sliding back and forth!

[@jjudy5869]

Typical of any RV. When we were kids we rode in a truck camper. Stuff changed places. One trip Mom drove the truck to the bait shop and Dad rode in the back with us. He wanted to know why we headed for the overhead bed instead of sitting at the table. He found out. He said something about how wild Mom's driving was and we informed him it actually was pretty tame. We usually had everything picked up and put back up in the length of time it took him to come back to let us know he was parked-up and we could get out. Changes were made to cabinet locks. Tie down spots were added for coolers and such.

[@calmvideo-kv6gv]

That was a laugh out loud moment, thanks Slim.

[@Skittlebitties]

This is the norm in a class A or C. lol

[@williambingham2459]

Slim, the awning sequence was a classic for campers. I laughed with you. Enjoyed the video, especially the duck shots.

[@cherriemckinstry131]

We laughed with him as we have done that too...

[@08wr250r]

I thought he'd stick a croc in one side to keep it open!

[@carlaifera5254]

.......yeah.....the awning incident reminds me of the old black and white cartoon 'dilemmas' i watched as a kid.......a 'few' yrs ago........lol

[@ronsamson537]

Fun fact, the lower awning legs extend as well so he could have kept it at full extension and gotten more height. There was no need to roll it back in for head clearance.

[@bobshaw4063]

@@carlaifera5254 Have you ever watched The Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz movie " The Long Long Trailer " ? If you haven't you need to find it & watch it as it is hysterical . I'm sure you will laugh your head off watching it .

[@mikemead2315]

Tool box: I have been converting a lot to tool bags to shape into unusually shaped storage spaces. Also, smaller bags to group tools.

[@stuartstuart866]

Mike Mead , Ha, you beat me too it. I changed to a tool bag for my travel trailer too. It fits in more spaces and it’s quieter and doesn’t slide around.

[@RyanHannaProductions]

I have all tool bags from Harbor Freight

[@johnd746]

I have done the same thing.

[@terrillwolf2552]

Traveling and camping while on a motorcycle, I learned the same; tool pouches or bags are much more travel friendly.

[@mikemead2315]

Great minds think alike 😉

[@MrWayout55]

Good thing you went up that rocky and muddy hill before it snowed !...... Great video's, God Bless.

[@fatmonet]

I just wanted to thank you for creating such great work. I suffer from anxiety and just came across your channel a few days ago, and started watching all of your cabin remodeling. I enjoyed it so much, subscribed, and am going through your videos everyday. It's actually helped me to just breathe. Thank you for always being in a good mood on your videos and showing tree's, birds, and all of God's beauty. I wish you the best of luck in everything you do!

[@SlimPotatohead]

Very happy to hear my videos help you, even just a little. Life has many challenges but many joys as well. Best of luck to you too! SP

[@carlaifera5254]

.......the opening photography in this vid is stunning........pine trees, mists, water sounds ✨

[@patricklee780]

I really appreciate the way you tell your story, introspective and relaxing.

[@annekramer6740]

Canada, oh Canada 🇨🇦. (I’m watching from Florida). Entertaining and informative. Thanks

[@Running_with_Faith]

The Little Egg looked like a Toasty Marshmallow at the end of the video. Loved the scenery footage---beautiful!!!! Great work capturing all the beauty.

[@azclaimjumper]

Toasted Marshmallow! Good one!

[@cleanerlakes]

The snowy forest and the deer shot at the end is awesome.

[@janebray9392]

The awning will work fine if you put the string in the middle, just watch a youtube video of how to work them. Thats what we did. All the newbie stuff we gotta learn. But love our little trailer! Will be sad when we sell it, but we got a bit bigger one ordered and have to sell it to pay for new one. So glad you love your little trailer!!

[@danmanx2]

Slim back on the road = Life is returning to normal.

[@faithrada]

Except... there is little about Slim that is "normal".

[@cherriemckinstry131]

He is the ultimate normal.. though not some other persons normal.. but a good one.

[@cherriemckinstry131]

The noodles sound great, and i love lemon, but not in most my food...lol.. maybe id think different if i tried, yet i like lemon water.

[@williambranham6249]

All good! Ducks, awning,snow, ramen, if the trailers rocking, etc.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

Inside camera angle was CLASSIC. As mentioned, we pull a small teardrop and would rate your experience pulling up the hill a huge success. Why? Because no cabinet doors opened, no heavy or fragile objects fell, and it was a quick and easy clean up. Yep, success in our book. Glad to see you using blocks for your tires when parked. As mentioned, the plastic lego type are lightweight and have many uses if you want to eventually get away from using wood. Your awning experience made our day. While we don't have an attached awning, we've seen folks struggle as you did. Did bring a smile. As always, great video. Stay safe

[@raccoonlittlebear6476]

On the road again! Love it! HAPPY TRAILS!🙏

[@bt10ant]

Great to have you on the road again!

[@Dstew57A]

Man that snow was beautiful and your new camper sure looks perfectly warm and cozy...doesn’t get any better than that.!

[@stanw909]

Quick tip. If you're going to have your awning out during rain or snow, have one end lower than the other. The rain will shed better and not puddle up , possibly causing your fabric to rupture. Glad the new trailer is working out. Happy Trails.

[@mistylynn111]

Thanks for taking us on your spring and winter trip Slim. Keep her clean 😉 Happy trails. 🤗✌🏽️

[@WildWestGal]

Those beautiful birds, the sounds of nature, the view at the end when your trailer pulls away and we look out over that gorgeous snow-covered meadow and mountain forests... what a joy! I absolutely LOVE your new little trailer!!! What a wonderful first adventure in your new rig, and everything worked beautifully! Looking forward to the next outing!

[@monicauyeno7368]

I appreciate what you show in your videos. Not just the camper stuff but also the scenes of nature that you record. I don't have the best of health so I'm not able to get out like you do so it is really nice and cool to experience nature through you.

[@thebestisyettocome4114]

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome back. 👍

[@jewman303]

Man i cant wait to purchase my trailer to be able to do stuff like this. Your videos are always so relaxing Slim especially during this pandemic.

[@suecordingley538]

It is beautiful! I like the crunching when you were walking in the snow 😁 I enjoy watching your videos!

[@davidsradioroom9678]

After seeing Part 1, I just had to see Part 2. Glad I did. Thanks!

[@SOFISINTOWN]

The 2-tone look! You crack me up, Slim! 😄😄

[@daylight5500]

This was a lovely visit. Thank you. Be safe.

[@donmorris4506]

Slim, get a tool bag instead of a toolbox. It’s what I use for my truck. Much more efficient on space.

[@straighterline]

I really recommend the Yorktown Tool rolls

[@carlaifera5254]

@@straighterline ......better function than the bags ✨

[@maryfrady7149]

I agree!

[@randywallingsford3245]

I have been watching some of your older videos Slim,And you are by far the best at this than anyone i have seen!The narrating and music are outstanding,Please keep doing what your doing it is so good! Thank you.

[@chick-a-bee-farm]

It’s 15 minutes past midnight. I can choose 1 video to watch. I have chosen wisely!! Can’t believe I found someone who puts up awnings the same way I do!! 🤣🤣🤣 who else has a love/hate relationship with the awning? 😂 🤢Stinky slinky! 💕🦆

[@rickcrippen5180]

Beautiful scenery and all to yourself!

[@markgoodman6249]

Glad you were able to get back out there, happy travels

[@charliethomas59]

Love your life style. Camping, nature, wildlife. Wow, you can't ask for anything else. Bless you.

[@larryclark5355]

Congratulations on the new camper and may St.Christopher watch over your many journeys.

[@MarianRehersals]

Love that you’re back camping, Slim. Top notch relaxing videos, something needed now to ward off Covid anxiety, which seems to be getting to us in spite of ourselves. Looking forward to seeing more of Canada from you since we can get to BC from Washington State so easily. Spent two weeks on the west side of Vancouver Island last year. Didn’t realize people come from around the wold to surf there. A rugged area. Great beaches.

[@Cecilia-fc3sg]

Yet one more very enjoyable video, Slim. Thank you so much for sharing. Loved joining you!

[@voyager4328]

One of your best Slim, Thank you...

[@bodean5163]

Loved it, great to see you out in the wild again. You are so right, a rumbling stream, a few deer walking by, the sound of the wind, the smell of the forest is very relaxing.

[@jessicafuller9170]

Great video as always! It was a good find this morning to watch as I had my first cup of coffee.

[@mobile_noble4026]

Love the ducks😊thanks

[@bafergs]

I liked the sound of fresh snow crunching under your feet as you walked about. I bet you appreciated not having to wipe snow off the trailer to get it ready to head out of your campsite. Love the new egg.

[@Goldswan1]

What a beautiful spot. Love a fresh snowfall

[@bertadelaudebri7179]

As always, quite interesting!

[@jaguariq]

Hi Slim Amazing video like always ! But please make sure to have a video of you making coffee in the morning with a nice view! its the best! I would like to see your favorite coffee brewing method and your type of coffee that you like to use. Thank you!

[@suedefringe]

Two tone shades of mud. Love it!

[@cherylfarrell1638]

What a surprise to see the snow in the morning what a beautiful landscape I loved it. What a great video turned out to be don’t forget your key in the tool bin hatch.

[@geraldkooienga8699]

You need to extend the lower arms on the awning.

[@Logcly]

Gerald Kooienga I was wondering if anyone else noticed that

[@DanyRivard]

When I was young on June 24, there had been a snowstorm in Jasper, Alberta. I worked there as a dishwasher to learn my English during the summer!

[@set921]

So glad you have an awning now. I love sitting under my awning in the rain!!

[@SMITHYSKONTIKI]

What a great video slim and yes we think we are quite but the wildlife know we are there.

[@Yourgurtisgood]

Gotta be nice not having to put the top down with snow all over it

[@jameshurd8657]

The strap should slide over to the center of the awning so that when you pull on it both sides come down simultaneously

[@pamelahomeyer748]

thank you for this video and the honesty. I look forward to seeing more of your videos

[@deannawendt146]

I was traveling in Western Idaho a few days ago and saw a Huge RV towing a boat and the boat towing a Jeep. I remember you saying ....how much stuff do you need to make you happy. Great saying and a good reminder on what important.

[@Dixiered03]

Great video to go with my morning coffee

[@petelewerk4009]

Look up how to open the awning The lower attachment of awning to trailer pulls out and you can fully extend it and raise the roller part of awning for full extension.

[@TommyboyGTP]

USA: April showers bring May flowers Canada: Hold my beer

[@volvo09]

Hold my bear.... And moose..... And elk....

[@atak135]

Put a little soap in the tracks of the awning and it will slide much easier...also centering the guide rope is important for balance. I always secure everything with bungee cords after retracting the awning, unless it is really secured and tightend.

[@haroldjohnson8879]

Although I'm not the nature lover you are I still enjoy your effort you do very well thanks Slim

[@gussieayaz5494]

G' Morning :) ... what I like about this new camper is it doesn't have to be set up at every stop. Thank you :)

[@Aicfan2004]

Hello from Louisville ky great vids

[@LordMelbury1953]

The crunch of Alberta snow under the boots, we just don’t hear that in Victoria 🇨🇦

[@milohrnic2023]

Better than six months of cloud and rain each winter

[@janmariolle]

It’s great to see you back out in camp. Your trailer looks like a perfect match.

[@ritchgilleland6279]

Thanks so much sir for continuing your videos, I always enjoy watching them dreaming of the day I too can get out camping again. Stay safe and safe travels :)

[@betweentherumblestripswithchri]

Did anyone help you with your awning? When you extend the awning to a start to lift position it is too low but thats when the side brackets can extend that makes the awning taller. Also when extended slide the strap to the center so when you roll out the awning you won't have the trouble you had rolling out the awning.

[@samanthadodd8112]

U have got me really looking at a fiberglass trailer. Really like urs. I've inquired about a Scamp. I had thought of getting a minivan to convert, but I like the idea of taking my Dakota truck off the trailer to go somewhere if I need to. Thanks for all u do.

[@metaxaanabeer]

Plus in a non regulated campground, like a rec area or something your trailer "holds" your spot while you are out exploring.

[@ericschmidt1987]

the calming voice of slim, love it! working from home and feeling productive with him talking in the background. Thanks Slim!

[@davidwellen830]

I like everything you have done to your little trailer and I think it is nearly perfect for one person.

[@j.patrickmoore9137]

Whenever I see you walking right along the side of a cliff, I have to remember that you and the camera survived to put together the video...

[@lindawoods6841]

Great video Slim..Canada is beautiful,,I am watching from Oklahoma.

[@garyberliner9364]

Just loved it. I like your joy for life. Thanks for sharing.

[@mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb]

Nothing more beautiful than birch trees in the snow. Thanks for sharing!

[@shippen2010]

I love watching mutual of Omaha

[@DinkDiink]

I'm glad I'm not the only old one here. When I first started watching slim's videos that was my thought. He sounds so much like the host of that show.

[@lindasue8719]

Oh my gosh, so funny you should say that, a few months ago I posted that his voice and narration style reminds me of Marlin Perkins! ❤️

[@vonrollveeg]

Thanks Slim, you brightened up my otherwise dreary depressing locked-up day in People's Republic of Washington (State). I've decided to leave on my own trip within a week. Heading out for the national forests and BLM deserts! LET FREEDOM RING!

[@kathleenearle2219]

Really appreciate the video journey, your poetical delivery a lift to the 💓. I shall enjoy the adventure of your travels.

[@nancydresser7643]

Such a delight...Thank you, Slim for another gem!

[@JL-wm1vr]

Slim, need to upgrade those trailer tires. 👍🏼

[@Creek5Romeo]

What about using a tool roll for your storage area?

[@grannieannie1371]

That was my thought too. Even two would probably be easier to fit in that space than a solid tool box. They're easier to find stuff too.

[@thizizliz]

@@grannieannie1371 And to see what's missing when you are putting things away!

[@parmorama]

Have to agree with the tool roll suggestion. My boiler repair man uses a tool roll, it’s just easier to find stuff and takes up much less space.

[@sueb.5364]

What a great 1st trip!! Thanks for taking us along! Just got a little used RV, looking forward to doing the little tweaks to make it mine.. Reviewing your videos for ideas. Have a great day.

[@ruthanderson1758]

Love this little camper - your snug like a bug in a rug. I could be happy in one of those.

[@khunopie9159]

To open the awning, open 1 side, jam a loaf of French bread into the frame, then open the other side. Easy peezy Japaneasy

[@SlimPotatohead]

French bread and jam. I knew I forgot something! SP

[@09dave1952]

@@SlimPotatohead It has to be French bread to have the necessary resistance!

[@richardhouvener6423]

Or one of those crocs that were sitting by the door.

[@carlaifera5254]

.......or a pillow......🙏

[@maryfrady7149]

Easy-peasy French quisinee!

[@stayeninformed5766]

Lower bars should be adjustable

[@sued115]

Yes on mine the sides extended upward with a flip of a tab. Then collapsed when putting it away.

[@Thuid]

Slim, you should be able to roll out the awning all the way out, most have a scalloped hanging edge that hangs down to break the surface tension of water run-off so it won’t run back under the awning. Once it is all the way out lock the upper horizontals with the knobs. Then the lower arms should be able to be extended up by releasing the levers on both side, and then lock them at the level you want into holes on the lower part of the arms.

[@Thuid]

The lower arms should be able to be unhooked and staked with pegs into the ground so you can walk back and forth side to side without hitting them. But I would recommend guide ropes to stake at upper corners just in case of wind if you do that though.

[@sharpbends]

Love the sound of fresh snow under foot. Just need the fire box and shower. Great work on the van so far.

[@caldeira99]

Thank you so much for sharing your grand adventure. 🙃❤️

[@Gehrke62]

i've been watching your videos and have some major complaints: 1. i've watched them all and want more. end of list.

[@mssixty3426]

😄

[@hansostlund4626]

You just dont give a damn of the rest of the world... Haha sir I just love it!😀👏

[@SlimPotatohead]

I certainly DO care about the rest of the world. All should, it's the only one we have. SP

[@peacefulwife5199]

@@SlimPotatohead you tell em SP. 🤨

[@deborahanderson5508]

@@SlimPotatohead I agree!

[@SlimPotatohead]

Hans, last comment removed. Apology accepted, Please be careful. Thanks! SP

[@hansostlund4626]

Right sir, when it comes to solar panels power in general, something always comes to my mind but I have never seen it or heard about it, a trailer axle driven alternator/generator, as soon as you move the batteries would be charged, in your case I think it should be great since you move around a lot, a way of bring something back from the gas in the tank. I also have a trailer (overhere called a caravan) Im experimenting with something called a nato connector between the car and the caravan heavy gauge cabling trying to make the car generator charge my batterys when moving via a split charge relay, not sure how good it works yet but its interesting stuff, think an axle driven generator would be the better choice here

[@amytaylor6603]

Loved the awning scene. It is great to see you out enjoying the outdoors again.

[@larryjacobs5713]

Slim, thank you so much for a beautiful video! All the best on your travels!

[@donmorris4506]

Slim, ketchup doesn’t have to be kept refrigerated.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Leave it while camping in the hot arizona sun for a month or so without air conditioning. Let me know how it tastes. SP

[@larrynew1]

Of course it does...read the bottle.

[@WanderingWiley]

Stinky slinky, hahaha

[@carlaifera5254]

......funny how he said that sewer hose made him hungry ........😂

[@Far-Beyond-Ordinary]

Things do bounce around in the back of a trailer for sure. Beautiful as always, thanks so much.

[@sjTHEfirst]

Beautiful Winter Wonderland in May.

[@Republic1usa]

Thank you sooo much for this Video! Wow that preparation Pays off!!! Enjoy

[@pappykozzmo3165]

Love the quiet of the snow...

[@ftkinsella]

Looks like the time spent searching for a new home was well worth it. You not only picked a good trailer but made the upgrades to suit your lifestyle just fine. I love the sound of the crunching snow under foot. Stay safe Slim. Cheers!!!

[@vabchgal1]

My new binge watching. Love your outlook on life.