Paradise in Idaho: Boondocking the Snake

[@magdalinski]

Look, I am 70 years old and I have seen a lot of stuff. And you sir are one of the best at what you do... I wish you only the best. Godspeed my friend..

[@JJ-sv9kh]

In the morning I head into work for another 12.5 hr shift as a Respiratory Therapist in a very busy hospital. Tonight this lovely video brought me some peace....... Thanks so much!

[@SlimPotatohead]

The Thanks really goes to you James. Stay Safe! SP

[@freespirit6209]

Thank you for all that hard work, and stay well.

[@cgvoxakis]

Thank you for a 15 minute escape from reality.

[@brianjacobson670]

Thank you for reminding us that there will be life after the coronavirus. No matter how much humans want to believe in their superiority, nature is the ultimate force, and it's ever changing march forward will continue. Seeing you almost dwarfed by nature makes the point that we are just a small part of something bigger and learning to see it and enjoy it is gift.

[@Oilerrocker]

Well said

[@amylouava5134]

Yes if anything good comes from this virus, I hope that we all learn to appreciate life and nature more and what we were created for. Humans have a connection to nature and I feel we got lost along the way. Praying for all of us and hope this terrible situation can make us come together more. 💙🌎🌌🌅🌄 The earth is so precious and I believe may be the only planet like it out there. We are so very lucky. 🌍🌍🌍

[@ReclinerBabe]

As an 87 year old "Recliner Babe"... I enjoy all the Van couples, their great photography talents and adventures. Through YOUR camera lenses and expertise, I am transported .....starting with setting up camp (my love and I traveled and camped in a cab over camper on a 1970 ...3/4 ton Chevy truck.....with only the basics. Thanks to you and the ability you have to tell it like it is....and just when to let nature do the talking....I can hear the voice of the river.....see the sunsets, etc. I dont know how you do it....but I swear I can even smell the flora and fauna. Our travel days are over, now. You have my gratitude for letting us come with you. You are the very best at what you do.

[@piushorning4869]

Oh you have brought back some darn good memories with my wife and her parents.. All are gone now and I only have the fond memories. we practically raised our kids boating and camping on the snake down there. we had many fish fries and drank a few beers on hot days. I told my wife when she was alive that we mus have done something right with our kids taking them fishing and camping as they are good young men and women now. in fact they take their kids doing the same thing we did with them. I do miss my wife and the fun we had but I am glad I had the opportunity to have that time with her

[@juanferreira5931]

In the midst of the s**tstorm we're going through, this is a timely reminder that there are good things out there. Thank you!

[@artie360]

Presently in Idaho and I am surprised by the diversity of beauty in this state. It has pretty much anything that anyone could want. Thanks, Slim.

[@JEMCochran49]

You're right, nature speaks for itself.

[@markhosbach9420]

So glad you published this video. Though I enjoy your trailer modding how-tos, the nature and exploring stuff is what I love best. Your videography is masterful. You have such a wonderful eye for composition and detail. One could literally grab any frame from this video and have a print suitable for framing! Absolutely one of your top videos. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@deepeastart8272]

Mark Hosbach Mark, thanks for saying everything I wanted to say only u said it better. Slim you are so talented!!

[@SlimPotatohead]

Thanks Mark! I think I did take a few stills, perhaps I'll post them on my webpage if anyone's interested. SP

[@victormorris3680]

I. Must concur, Slim is without doubt the best of the best!

[@cprosser9257]

I couldn't say it better!

[@juadonna]

Dear Slim, I was expecting a great video, but you have shown us A FABULOUS one. What beautiful area and you, as usual, have captured it so wonderfully. Sad that they didn't do anything to allow the salmon farther upstream. Maybe, someday, it will be rectified. Thank you for taking us all along with you as you reveal anew the wonders of our one Earth. Stay safe and take care. From the land of the mosquito, Florida.

[@valeriegriner5644]

Yes...and I'm not far "up the road" from you...in south GA...land of the GNATS and mosquitoes! It is hot and humid here.

[@CampandCamera]

Just what I needed Slim. Very nicely done, and such a relaxing break from the craziness. Thank you sir!

[@markb9347]

Top shelf work as always Slim. That moonrise shot over the ridge was spectacular!

[@algarcia1165]

Wow! What a beautiful part of the country. I am already 70 yrs old and not in very good health. But I did some camping in my younger years. When I did it, it was so relaxing and enjoyable. Unfortunately I didn't do it enough. Your are privileged and blessed to have good health and able to do what you do. Thank you for showing us your adventures enjoying them so much. Take care and happy camping. 🚣🐦🦅🦃🛶🏕️🏔️🏞️

[@hamiltoneast]

Mr. Potatohead, that video was an admirable example of art over ego. I'm guessing I'll watch it many more times. A masterpiece.

[@jerkocar6133]

Beautifully filmed and edited, Mr Potatohead! I felt as if I was watching a PBS special and could feel my stress level diminish with the sights and sounds of nature. Thanks for sharing this at a time when we are all cooped up. It provided a much-needed momentary escape.

[@vansongs]

Always reminded me of parts of the Interior of British Columbia. Your videography is a cut above as usual. This was the best thing I've seen this unemployed socially distanced day. Thank you so very much!

[@scottsladeadventures1102]

Absolutely stunning camera work my friend. I truly needed this today. Black Point Bluff is now on my list... wow

[@paulsccna2964]

Watching camping videos into a weekend, suddenly makes me giddy to grab my camping gear and head out for the weekend for some camping fun.

[@montananomad5382]

Thank you Slim. This was a flash from my past. I grew up in Southeast Idaho and around the Snake.

[@Open2OpenUT]

OMG your photography is stunning!

[@DianeSturlinXX]

I grew up on the Snake River. My side of the river was in Wyoming. I'm from Jackson and each one of your videos makes me home sick, even when you're in Mexico. I think it's just the freedom I see you have. I lived in a teepee in the 70s and miss nature.

[@ftkinsella]

Slim, that was a dam good video. I loved the photography as usual and the sounds. What an amazing place to camp. Cheers!!!

[@danpoen5916]

Good job on the filming and sounds Of Idaho snake river I was raised on the Boise River were it dumps into the Snake River. Great place to be raised in 1970s for a young boy. I am living now on the back side of Siltcoos Lake on the Oregon coast . I am 66 and plan living the rest of my days here. The only place that is more beautiful than this place is HEAVEN and I'm so looking forward to that move. GOD has blessed Me!!!

[@kathleenwharton2139]

I am an Idahoan..and live in the Snake River Valley. You give me New appreciation!

[@roverlux]

Many thanks Slim. A moment of escapism into that wonderful wide world of yours.

[@suecooper5940]

Beautiful! Just what I needed. Thank you so much.

[@DesertDog8989]

:) LOVE THAT YOU'RE STILL DOING THIS FOR US!!!

[@nancynoname5979]

Absolutely stunning video. You’ve captured Mother Nature at her absolute finest. Gave me the chills watching this (in a good way). A much needed break from the devastating disaster our world is facing at this time. Slim, you are the best! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@kennyc388]

"Ya done good Slim, "ya done good ! From an Oregon guy.

[@deerhaven3350]

You always find the most beautiful places to camp and to point your camera. Any stress I may have been feeling before watching your videos just drains away. Thank you.

[@dhblan8591]

Stunningly beautiful part of the northwest. Your cinematography and editing are wonderful as is your commentary. Thank you.

[@artcook1976]

Been thier 40 yrs ago Thanks for the beautiful memory

[@mhend235]

Simply beautiful! Nature is our greatest gift and you captured it perfectly. Thanks Slim!

[@robertalexander9931]

What beautiful scenery! Thank you for bringing us along.

[@shermanbayless9696]

Since I can't travel right now, I'm enjoying traveling with you through your videos. I appreciate your love of nature's beauty. Great videography

[@vickyrichardson4699]

This video is so relaxing and beautiful! I thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@danmanx2]

Thanks Slim! Your videos are always entertaining and relaxing.

[@Scotty-gg4gc]

I agree. What a beautiful location. the boughs in the orchard and water in the background made me recall the illustrations in story books from when I was a child. To see Abner coming into the scene at 00:45 and again at 12:37 gave me a warm comfortable feeling like bumping into an old friend. I going to miss him. He's been so trusty and reliable to you and furnished us viewers with so many adventures. Thanks to the both of you.

[@athomewithcarla8182]

Beautiful footage of the snake river and sceneries. 🌿👍

[@fwagoner]

You could be a National Geographic film maker! Excellent. Thanks for showing a dreamy camping area.

[@Butcher7484]

We camped here this summer. It was very nice and quiet. The blackberries were ripe at the time and we ate our fill. Thanks for the tip Slim.

[@yvonnejames6265]

Hi Slim I think this is my favorite video. You had a beautiful camp site…beautiful scenery!! I love watching this video. I hope you will continue to share your adventures with all of us.

[@elsestelema6273]

Just pure bliss, thank you💕💕💕

[@alancall5113]

Be safe Slim we love your videos no matter what

[@tnxjesus]

Slim my main man. As usual my friend awesome vids. You truly captured the beauty of fall. So glad youre uploading vids on a weekly basis again you my friend are a visionary. Thanks alot if noone else says it i want you to know i appreciate it. Cant wait til the new trailor is ready you should call it eggner

[@oldmillrd8153]

As good as it gets. Both a physical and mental oasis. I only have one wish that some of the heroic hospital staff, nurses and doctors find just a few minutes out of their day to watch and maybe escape from what they are having to go through in so many places all over the world. Thanks Slim for bringing this to all of us.

[@rozswartzett180]

Beautiful. Thanks for all your artful work.

[@852texasrescue]

I rafted down the Snake below the Dam. Trip of a lifetime! So beautiful! Life can be really great if you just stop and smell the roses. Great Job!

[@pagewhite61]

Absolutely spectacular! The colors are amazing, the whole thing is so relaxing and restorative. Thank you so much Slim!

[@helenmallazzo7094]

Paradise for sure. Thank you for taking us along.

[@jamesmoore3346]

When I first started watching your videos I enjoyed the simple ideas and mods you shared with us. As I got more into the video's I quickly realized how 'connected' you are to nature. You seem as if you are one with nature and all its many wonders. As plans to get a travel rig draws closer I feel I'll be ready. Just want to thank you for sharing what you enjoy, very inspiring indeed..

[@dlapierre99]

Amazing photography, very soothing. Many thanks.

[@merlin1477024]

Thanks, Slim. A few beautiful minutes of peace and serenity in these insane times. Stay safe!

[@drgandalf2003]

Great video. I love these ones with lots of scenery that let me live vicariously through your travels.

[@freespirit6209]

Comforting, poetic and a visual delight as always! Thank you and stay safe.

[@ChrisWilliams-pu8pj]

Greatly enjoyed the video amidst current turmoil. Thank you!

[@itsallasimulationman]

Glad to have been following your channel for so long. You've really turned into one my favorites, with your very Sunday-evening-PBS-nature-show approach to sharing your travels and set-up. Wishing you continued success!

[@sim-sam]

Realy nice spot, calm, relaxing, yet full of everything.Thanks for taking us there. Stay healthy, BR.

[@johnnylightning1491]

Yep, another one of those "must see" places. Thanks.

[@joshuaknoll6697]

This was such a great video during these trying times. So relaxing just to sit there and listen to the water...

[@dtoscano6743]

Thank you for another enjoyable and thoroughly relaxing video. I just love watching your videos, they are so therapeutic, and a wonderful virtual escape

[@josephhager1933]

Awesome video one of your best thank you for sharing

[@stickin2it]

I knew you had a few more Abner videos up your sleeve! 😊

[@richardcrouse2243]

Oh my goodness! Look at those beautiful colors 😍! Some of the most beautiful fall pictures I've seen! Well done! This is a beautiful video, thank you 😊. Happy and safe travels.

[@bradmiller9993]

Nicely done. I don't know how you ever found that place. I've been through the area a few times but never up that way. You are a true explorer! Thanks.

[@thespankdmonkey]

Free up to 18 days! Best damn boondocking secret. Thank you sir for the video. Looks absolutely amazing!

[@thomfisher1100]

Sitting here "social distancing" and watching the snow pile up at my door! This video makes me want to grab the fly rod, load up the RV and hit the road. It doesn't make much sense why public lands are closed right now. Seems safer than staying among crowds in the city. Thanks for the great video and the warning about poison ivy....just what I don't need right now! Cheers!

[@maryvought8495]

Beautiful. Needed a nature fix. Thank you! ( Loved the music as well!)

[@MotorSageMusings]

My wife and I spent 6 weeks RVing at a church near there, spending time in Joseph, OR during October into November. We drove down through the Hells Canyon area in our pickup. Beautiful country! You captured well some of its natural beauty.

[@severalothers]

Awesome video and one of my favorite places in the world. I live in Weiser Id. which is only about a hour and half from the Reservoirs. We visit them at least 5 or 6 times a year. Thanks for sharing.

[@franielee38]

Omg!!!! What beautiful scenery!!! Wow!! I know you enjoyed this trip for sure!!! I did!!!

[@jamesglenn520]

You should travel over to the east side of Idaho near Henry's Lake. That is where the Snake begins. It's Absolutely Beautiful to stand there and see the water bubbling up out of the ground.

[@richardperry2934]

Wonderful video. Thank you Mr. P

[@valeriegriner5644]

Wow! The scenery and the sounds of nature in this video were so relaxing! I love your channel and enjoy sharing your travels. God bless you and safe travels!

[@piushorning4869]

I had to say I watched all of your video, it brought back so many wonderful memories, I've camped in some of the spots you filmed BUT I am disappointed you didn't go up the Klien-schmidt grade. what a climb, You can see the snake river canyon for miles and miles. Only problem is you have to give the Ore truck passage a priority

[@michaeljacoby4912]

Thank you, truly enjoy watching your videos.

[@leedesigner1977]

Absolutely stunning, Slim. Thanks so much for the video. Lee 🇬🇧

[@pipercan1]

Beautiful Images ..Thanks, it was good to get out.

[@kennethhieke6623]

Wow! Thanks for treating us to beautiful Fall colors. Great views and awesome editing.

[@janeeley1604]

Well Mr Potatohead, you’ve done it again! Just awesome! Thank you .

[@stephenfleming7918]

Thanks for taking us with you slim. Spectacular camping spot..

[@genewalker2898]

My favorite adventure of yours I watched for 2nd time today 7/17/21 and probably will watch many more.The Snake"

[@petevillemaire6711]

"I'll let the stream do the talking". Wise men say few words.

[@tonylang7526]

THX! I'L NEVER GET TO TRAVEL THERE, BUT YOU SHOWED WHAT I HAVE ALWAYS SOUGHT IN MY OUTDOORING.

[@suewilson4665]

Thanks,Slim,is beautiful there, looking forward to your new adventures in the new rig...

[@tressessalon]

How cool to pick an apple in the wild. I really loved this video for the beautiful stream and the peaceful music. And you never fail to educate your viewers in the most eloquent way, even if it is correcting them about the correct term for a "gaggle of turkeys", tehe. Thanks for sharing your videos, I love them!

[@ghodgeco]

Absolutely picturesque! Thank you, Slim!

[@jimjustus2004]

Great job Slim P. , what a great place and Vid , I do hope you picked that low hanging fruit ! It was for you all along...great travels friend !

[@morrislawson4632]

Simply beautiful. Thank you! 🙂👍

[@oldkingcole6147]

Wonderful video Slim! Anybody can start a KZbin channel & Run a video camera to make videos, But you my friend are a true photographer, and a true documentary maker. Your skills with the camera(s).... (even though they may be used or old) come thru in each & every vlog you post. Keep up the good work, My wife & I enjoy every episode!

[@joycemoses2411]

Thank you for sharing such BEAUTIFUL scenery!!!!

[@stanbroadway8175]

This was absolutely stunning! Composition, perspective...just Wow! Thank you!

[@oceanbrzzz]

Hello SP, another beautiful and educational video. Your videos are always appreciated, but especially needed right now. Thank you.

[@RuthieH_62]

Beautiful video Slim, great job! Thanks for sharing :)

[@hipnoticheadnotic5631]

Watching your videos is a wonderful escape from what is going on in the world with the coronavirus. Thanks for the wonderful videos and stay safe.

[@pimacanyon6208]

great video. You are a master at finding spectacular out-of-the-way places like this that are free!

[@johnnyappleseed2058]

Your best video yet, keep them coming!

[@paulaelliott4903]

You could never ever beat this place, Slim! Breathtaking!, Thank you for sharing!

[@tc9210]

Thanks Slim, it was nice to get out of the house with you.