Solo Cold Weather Truck Camping

This will be part one of my two-part adventure in St. Croix State Park located in Minnesota. I had a blast! The park was empty, and it was a beautiful weekend. Temperatures were close to 50 degrees so I didn't even need a coat! I'm thankful for my opportunity to bring you with on my adventure. Hopefully we won't have snowstorm or blizzard anytime soon so I can stay truck camping. Thanks for coming along on the adventure. Thanks for stopping by.

[@barythompson4781]

Thanks Kenny! Your videos are way better than any subscription to Hulu or anything else!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Holy Buckets! This is amazing! You are the first person to help with the financials. I appreciate this so much!

[@mandib757]

Wow this is so wonderful. I agree this is better then a lot of subscriptions. It’s so appreciated when people can appreciate Kenny’s hard work making these videos.

[@WBWB2003]

“…I think people need to be scared of us.” Epic

[@va3ks]

Winter camping is my favourite. No hot weather, no people and no bugs. I camp in my tent or the back of my truck. Thinking of getting a real truck camper if I can find one that fits my Nissan Frontier. Thanks for the great video.

[@doughutchison6382]

Yeah, $35 for an electric service camp site is high. Fees for Texas State Parks on electric only sites is $15-$20 per night. $25 for full hook ups with sewer. However, an annual park pass to gain entry to the park is $70. Without a pass it’s $8 per day per person (children under 13 are free). So, if you and Mandy arrive at a Texas state park without an annual pass it would cost $16 plus $15-$20 for your campsite. So, $31-$36 per night for electric only. Not cheap. With our annual park pass they knock off a few bucks on the camp sites. We feel your pain. The cheapest places to stay here are Corps of Engineers parks. With our senior lifetime National park pass it’s around $15 per night. Cheaper in some COE parks.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Great info. I've been to a couple Cops of Engineers camps. They all have been nice.

[@peatdeloosha2463]

Thanks Kenny for a relaxing 23:33 ! The moon phasing in on that sunset was perfect.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Peat

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That was a beautiful one. The colors were on fire through the dawn hours.

[@jessicac6784]

The whole time you're in the building I'm screaming in my head, turn on the lights!!! Too creepy for me haha

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thats funny! My mind started to go down that road, I cought myself before I let it get into my head. Lol Once I let go of those feelings it was super cozy. I thought of it like this, its old log framed building with a rock fireplace on the St. Croix River and I had it all to myself...I was super grateful!

[@Vito_A_Labella]

$35 but you had electricity, a beautiful site,,,priceless,,,,

[@loisthommes9337]

Great video Kenny. I really like your bike.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Lois, I have so much fun on that bike. Jordan just bought one for deer hunting. He is able to get back so much further a lot quicker. Plus he's not all sweated up after a 3 mile hike with bibs on. He said it's his new favorite hunting tool.

[@MSB1080]

Holy buckets!! Get me every time

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

😆

[@goober9983]

You needed some classic Art Bell playing in the background when you was in that rec room. 😅

[@gbadeboadebowale4488]

It truly is amazing how unlonely being alone can be. This sums up exactly how I feel daily. Thank u for another epic video 😊

[@ronnietalarchyk-kh3pq]

Hi,Kenny you have awesome content in your videos.Great Job brother!Happy Saturday everyone.😊 Smile everyone .

[@EdExTechur]

Thanksgiving is my favorite meal of the year. Last one was my Mom's 100th Thanksgiving. Now, she's ready for baseball to start. BTW- always keep an old percolator stashed in the RV for emergencies.

[@cybersal7]

❤️

[@mandib757]

Wonderful video.. You made me laugh at some of the things you do or forget. 😂 I felt like I was watching a real movie. The editing just keeps getting better. Great job Kenny. Keep the videos coming.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Babe

[@xventureoutdoors]

Yeah, rent is too high! I was there a couple years ago and wanna say it was close to that price if not the same. Motel 6 prices. Lol

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Right! They will be pricing themselves out of customs. Some people have big payments on there campers plus all the other fees that comes along with State Parks. It's getting cheeper to rent a hotel and visit free city and county parks.

[@oliviasauceda9827]

Good morning,I just subscribed,Tks to another KZbinr,May GOD BLESS

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, I appreciate the message!

[@richbowie76]

Cutting the backrests on the dinette was a brilliant idea .

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's awesome you noticed! I had it in a video months ago. It makes it feel bigger, especially when the slide is in.

[@richbowie76]

I'm looking at a AF 811 camper and was considering ordering one with the couch option but your dinette mod has me thinking. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS !

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, I appreciate that!

[@allenmccarriston5834]

Nice campground and a great place to have a fire! I like your adventures for sure.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Allen

[@ScottPipho-vv1ux]

There was a Bigfoot sighting in St. Croix State Park when my family had the family reunion there.

[@leonmurphey3968]

Beautiful sunset thanks for sharing 😊

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks for watching

[@phyllisross2811]

I like your last message be honest and be kind Love the amazing beautiful sunset Camping alone is amazing From Winnipeg Manitoba Canada 🍁

[@mindylolo]

Ok, I have to admit, I was a little scared for you lol sitting in that dark building all a while talking about getting scared.... yikes! I scare quite easy, but doesn't keep me from doing things like that though. This placed is so cool to have such a great building to use. As always, another great video. I just love how real you keep it. You don't edit out the things that go wrong and I just love that. Things go wrong in the real world so why not show when you forget something, or something breaks down, or a park isn't open. It's great and all the more reason I enjoy watching.

[@DamonExplores]

Your camp was interesting to me. I calmed down. I also plan to camp tomorrow and take a video. Damon from United States of America

[@timashworth3794]

🎉WOW KENNY AWESOME GREAT VIDEO🎉 I really enjoyed part 1 of the video can’t wait to see part 2 this video is one of my favorite so far also your leftovers look delicious from Thanksgiving and I really think your camper is gorgeous on the inside it look really nice in there when you’re sitting there editing thank you for all your hard work for making all the videos I really enjoy going alone with you on your camping adventures take care bro

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Tim I really appreciate that.

[@101taiga]

State parks all over the country have gotten ridiculous. $35 for off season is nuts. One of many reasons I prefer boondocking. Can you imagine that place in the summer…?! 😮

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

No....absolutely not! I couldn't imagine. Stacked on top of each other like cordwood

[@heberbelles916]

You funny forgetting Go-Pro on bike. I would forget my head IF it were not attached to my shoulders. LOL🤣

[@angelajenkins]

Holy buckets 😅😂😊❤???

[@doodles2814]

Another great camp site find, though on the expensive side. It's was fantastic that you had it all to your little lonesome, that's the way I like to camp, being away from people. Everything I do, and when I do it, is arranged around the least busiest times for the same reason. I NEVER stand in line for anything! The sunset was gorgeous, too. I cannot wait until we're able to get our camper because we are SO ready to get out there; sadly, we have to wait a little longer, until then, we'll live vicariously through your excellent videos! See ya' next week, enjoy your family Christmas gathering!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks!

[@michg8969]

I'd guess that you're just being modest saying you're a jack-of-all-trades, because I think you've mastered the art of video-travelogue.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks

[@jamesoliver565]

Kenny of many sites. That's your Indian name 🤣

[@ourtimetorv3151]

$35 is pretty standard these days at most state parks. At least they aren’t charging a $7/night utility fee like FL does. That said, as a resident, most states give a 50% discount. You should see if MN does too. Another good video. Thx

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'll look into that. I have the yearly park pass too. Otherwise I'd have to pay the 35 dollars to camp and a 7 dollar a day park fee. The two day one night total would be 49 dollars to camp one night. I'll look into a resident discount.

[@toddramsay977]

No surge protector on your power cord, your risking it, especially in the colder months.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes I should have one. I've been lucky so far. I've never used one, but I don't stay in campgrounds much. But now that you mentioned it, I'll probably plug into a bad pedestal my next time out. Then I'm gonna be looking your way Todd. Lol J/K Good advice, I definitely recognize the need for one.

[@alaskanadventure3275]

What a die hard, I’m surprised and happy you’re still out there this time of year. Cheers Kenny!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks! But this weekend was almost 50 degrees! Last winter we were out busting trails at -35. I'm not really looking forward to the next 5 months of below freezing temps.

[@alaskanadventure3275]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Hot dang that’s decent weather! 27 degrees and blowing here in Valdez, can’t beat the view though!

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Great video

[@CARNIKELLI]

$35 is cheap if you ask me....check out some of the privately owned camp grounds. $35 is what we pay here in Virginia for the state parks and I am happy to pay that.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's a good point I never considered. I hear places like KOA and others can be expensive. Ive seen some people on KZbin pay 75 dollars or more per night. I guess the cost ( high or low) is relative to where you are. The National Forest campgrounds in this area are between 9 and 17 bucks a night, or free for a rustic site. We also have tons of remote camping up here. But they are not setup for larger campers like this park was. I guess you get what you pay for.

[@tommackay7433]

Yes, $35 is very high, too high.

[@Vito_A_Labella]

just got it about the coffee pot and battery charger,,,,,good one

[@ecgirl1468]

Nice to see some people still using their campers in the winter .

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I really enjoy winter camping. The only down fall is the days are so much shorter. With the sun up at 8 and down by 430 it leaves little time to leave the house, find a spot, setup camp and explore the area....I might have to start leaving Friday after work again to get a head start. That way I'll have all day Saturday to make a video.

[@l.b.3148]

It's kinda nice it's open like that, if people need shelter for the night

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I agree. If someone has their snowmobile or ATV break down on the trails, it nice they have a shelter.

[@Yooper05]

Hey Kenny! Thanks for another amazing adventure! I’m sure you do, but I found out the hard way, those slides and gears need to be greased! What a beautiful park! Thanks for making my morning cardio bearable! Have a great one. Can’t wait for the next one! Cheers!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I did have a bearing fall out of the slide a couple years ago. It hasent effected the operation in the past. I found the roller bering cap laying on the floor. I'm assuming it's from the slide. I couldn't see where it went. Maybe it finally started to bind up.

[@blueridgeguy554]

Still catching up, but....loved the video.

[@hoofntrailtack]

Hi Kenny! I'm a new viewer 😀 and really LOVE your vids! I'm also from MN (central) and just bought a popup truck camper. This summer will be my first time using it. I have a RV for pulling my horse trailer. I haul a horse to camp with and actually camped at the other part of St Croix state park..on the horse trail center. I agree..$35 a night is steep...and the only time I feel I'm getting my money's worth is hot days when I'm running my air conditioner..that would be too hard while boon docking. I love all the horse trails there and wild river state park is another good one. I also have a fat tire ebike (Juiced brand) and absolutely LOVE it..keep the video coming! You are so inspiring to watch winter camping. Maybe I will venture out with mine 🤔. Good advice- Be kind, Be honest and hope to see you down the road!! Take care

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Sounds awesome! I'm out every weekend so if you ever see me be sure to say hi.

[@hoofntrailtack]

@@KennyOfAllTrades you betcha! 😀

[@barythompson4781]

“What a lovely surprise to discover how unlonely being alone can be”. What great quote. I probably would have stayed there for one night being as I was already there but man, $35 for winter camping seems pretty steep, but then again, you did have the whole place to yourself, and what a cool campfire in the old “church “ building 😊. Yep, they should be scared of us. Lovin your videos Kenny!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Bary I appreciate you joining along on this adventure

[@JJ-sv9kh]

Love cold weather camping👍👍👍

[@MartinWilsey]

I love my eBike when Im truck camping. I see so much more of the parks!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

So true. The bike allows me to cover a lot if ground in a little bit time.

[@bevliechty1161]

Love it getting better with each new video

[@yamata86]

Great video Kenny!! My wife and I found your channel about a year ago, just after we sold our travel trailer and ordered a Truck Camper. We're totally jealous of all the dispersed camping you get to do. In Ohio we don't have much of that, it's mainly campgrounds (ugh, so many people). Thanks for all the great videos, we always look forward to Tuesdays now.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words. The good news is with winter camping season ahead the campgrounds will finally be empty. I prefer finding dispersed locations throughout the forest to camp, but some of these Parks have beautiful hiking. I'm looking forward to seeing some frozen snowy waterfalls soon.

[@didibolter9362]

Kenny my friend, you desperately needed some hot buttered popcorn while you were watching the fire burn, gee, that looked so cozy! 🍿 Minnesota looks gorgeous, there's so many Evergreen Trees just like here in Washington state, I didn't know that there were so many, WOW! 🌲🌳🌲🌳🍃🌿☘🍀🌲🌳 I enjoy these videos more than you know my friend! You have such fun and I really thank you for that! I wish that everyone was like you, get out in nature and really live life! Please let me know what size t-shirt you wear? And when your birthday is? Thank you Kenny, Take care! Your friend, Didi 👋 🌳🌲🌲🌳🌲🌳🚴🔥🌲🌳🌲🌲🌳

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

My birthday is in November. I joke with people saying I don't have a birthday. They weren't a big deal in my family. My mom doesn't even know my birthday. Lol

[@didibolter9362]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Oh NO! ! ! That's so sad Kenny, Iam so very sorry!! A person's Birthday is a very special day because that's when they were born, well, that's how I see it anyway. 🎁🎂🎈 Birthdays were always a big deal in our family until my Mom passed away, now, my Brother and Dad won't even celebrate Christmas.We haven't had Christmas for almost 5 years now, but, I guess that's just how it goes. I don't mean to dump my problems onto you Kenny, but, you are just so easy to talk with, it just came rolling out, forgive me please. Yeah, hiding in the break room sounds like a pretty good place to be, to bad that you couldn't hide in your camper, 😆😅😄😃😂😁😉😊 just kidding. Take care Kenny, Your friend, Didi 👋 🌲🌲🌲🌲

[@dsonnek7781]

Minnesota has a $17 billion dollar surplus and doesn't want to reduce any of our taxes or fees. $35 a night is one reason way. One of the reasons I'm looking at South Dakota as a retirement location, I still want the 4 seasons.

[@AlthoffAdventures]

Great choice in a state park! I've been in the summer months and the place is packed like sardines.

[@johnpeddicord4932]

Enjoyed again Kenny

[@charlenebranca2523]

❤ Watching you reminds me of my oldest son ! He loves being out doors and loves the snow. Lives in Louisiana now grew up in maine. Ice fishing camping white water rafting skiing . Thank you for your adventures. Be safe always🙏❤🙏

[@matthewtaylor1697]

thanks for sharing 👍

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Matthew

[@notme5909]

Good stuff.. nice even in the winter...

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'm not looking forward to January. It will be to cold by then. I'll be asking myself why I live in the frozen waste lands.

[@richardkoch8752]

Welcome to Kenny Of All Trades State Park! That was awesome to have the whole park to yourself. I have to agree that their fee was sky-high......wow. I could see $20 for a site with electric during the busy season but off season I would think $15 with electric would be fair. The hall was awesome, I bet they have some weddings there. Beautiful building though.....would be a awesome place to watch The Shining LOL I'll bet it hurt not having your coffee.......day just doesn't start right without the Folgers ;) Looking forward to part two. We're still eating leftover Thanksgiving......one more meals worth for tomorrow night :) Thanks for bringing us along Kenny!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Richard. I havevto agree watching the Shining in that lodge would be awesome.

[@teresawommack5148]

Oh spooky one. I love it. I just love your camper.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thank you Teresa!

[@JohnAnderson-km1fb]

Another awesome and inspiring video. We have similarly awesome state park campgrounds here in Colorado, but not cheap either. It is great to camp in winter with nobody else around.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I just discovered last year that some parks are open in the winter. I'm glad they are! There are parks I wouldn't normally visit because of the crowds. In the winter they can be empty on a weekend.

[@erickaesman4001]

Agreed. $35 is a lot. I always disperse camp. The only time I hit a CG is if Im too tired to drive further and its a new area Im unfamiliar with. Google earth and Onx Offroad for private or BLM land whenever possible. CGs are decent to use bathrooms, dump trash, and refill fresh water.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Agreed 💯

[@johnlord8337]

You might want to look into a Japanese Tenkara fishing pole - sections extend up to large lengths. Inside fishing line comes out of hollow tip - no pole eyes. No more breaking fishing pole. Able to cast line and lure crazy long way out into the deeps for lunkers.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'll look into that. It sounds cool!

[@vonniek347]

I was at St. Croix SP in early fall. I hiked and didn’t camp, but it was very quiet on a weekday and really a surprisingly beautiful park!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I agree, I was surprised how beautiful it was as well. Thanks Vonnie!

[@lynncleveland3323]

Love your start of the video with some 38 special and nice to see that new tie down. Those campsites prices are the same as Colorado campsites. I agree these states are charging to much. I am surprised that the lodge was open. Usually they close them because of vandals. Another great video with that sunset.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I was thinking the same about the lodge. It was a nice surprise to find it open. Thanks for the nice comment about the start of the video.

[@kenknowles2120]

Another awesome video. I love the scary stuff. Ever think of moving onto Horror movies. Hahahahaha. No don't. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I enjoy putting myself in uncomfortable situations. Especially ones like that. It gets the hart pumping and all your sences become more alert. But there was absolutely nothing to be afraid of other then the dark. But your mind will start to play tricks on you. I love that stuff. Walking through old abandoned buildings, seeing someone or something out of the corner of your eye. The best way to become more comfortable in those situations is to keep having the experiences. Im glad you enjoyed the video.

[@TheEdelKampers]

Hi Kenny, we have missed seeing you the past few weeks, our fault. Fred and I loved your intro and the music that you chose. Your editing is getting better and better. ❤ Many of the State Park Campsites are expensive of course there are some exceptions along the way. We lost one of our turnbuckles last week and then we remembered you saying that you drove with out one for a bit. That made us feel better to think about as we waited for the part to come in the mail. So, thank you for sharing that information. That is so me (Mary) to walk down that far and have left the camera...Then forget major items for the trip. I had to chuckle out loud knowing that I am not alone in the forgetful department. The sunset and moon shot were stunning. Loved that cool building late at night with a fire. No need to be scared you are with a few thousand people in a creepy, weird sort of way. One thing about missing the past two weeks is we get to watch the part one and part two back to back. Mary 💕 Fred

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Mary, I think I went 3 weeks, maybe even a month missing the rear tie-down. I could watch the videos to find out for sure. I think it was from the trip up north with Mandi during Grouse hunting season. That video has struggled to get views. I'm gonna be doing some ice fishing tomorrow morning. I hope to have enough footage for a video. I drove out to the lake tonight but it's so dark I can't see what I'm doing. My Gopro's don't do well in low light either. I think I'll start recording the video tomorrow morning. It's super pieceful out here. I just went on a little walk in the woods. The snow makes everything so quiet. Tuesday you will see a video ibrecorded last week. I know I said in the last video I was taking a weekend off to spend with family, but I was able to sneak in a trip too. So now I'm a week ahead on videos. It gives me more time to edit this way.

[@TheEdelKampers]

@@KennyOfAllTrades You are doing so well with your videos and views. You work hard on your channel and it shows. The Go Pro does not seem to work that well in the dark. Fred is ordering a light for ours to see if that helps. Time will tell. Living full time and roaming the country makes it hard for us to get mail at times. Walking in the woods is so relaxing to me. I go out hiking and exploring by myself a lot and like you I don't mind. I have been doing it since I was a little girl. It is where I unwind and talk to God. So peaceful. I am sure it gives Fred a break from when I hike and explore. 🤣 I used to feel guilty going out and exploring by myself and then I realized he is fine with his me time. A win, win. Mary 💕 Fred

[@jellybryce7742]

That booster is a useful tool!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It really is, I use it alot.

[@theadventuresofcheese]

$30 is pretty standard here in Indiana. I remember $20 when I was younger. $20 seems reasonable

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I didn't realize camping was getting that expensive. Plus 7 dollars a day if you dont buy annual parking pass. That brings the total to 49 bucks for 1 night. Check-in at 4pm and checkout at 11am. Camping is turning into a luxury vacation. I started camping because I couldn't afford hotels. I guess I haven't stayed in State Parks much though. I will say it was clean, quiet and well maintained.

[@theadventuresofcheese]

@@KennyOfAllTrades yea they're definitely nickel and diming us

[@michaeltaylor4984]

Nice.

[@suesheane3671]

Hey Kenny great video as always , love how you just explorer your own state and find these gems . Couple questions what do you use to heat your AF, the furnace or electric heater 🤔. Have you ever used a power station Ecoflow or Jackery ? My truck camper is a recent purchase and still in the process of getting it set up.. looking forward to next weeks video . Cheers from 🇨🇦

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I run the propane furnace 99% of the time. Normally I dont camp with an electrical at my site. That's only happened 4 or 5 times in the last year. This weekend I used a small electrical heater because I had power. It worked great even in 20 degree weather. I dont have a power station. I would love to have one. Have fun with the projexts!

[@markkennedy6155]

Kenny, you said that was the cleanest pit toilet you've ever seen. That's what $35. per night gets you.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I have to give props to the employees. It was nice to see how much pride they have for the Park. It showed by how clean that place was.

[@yooperdog]

I'd pay that with flushing toilets, and the shelter was a bonus. Really nice job on the river gopro time-lapse. We usually come through St. Croix Falls on our way West, but never camped around there. The campgrounds look nice though. You probably haven't ever camped in that area?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I haven't explored this area much, but I have spent tim across the river in Wisconsin. I had a video from the Governor Knowles Stste Frorest.

[@kthom89]

You're brave to be out there all alone but cool video Yeah Thanksgiving leftovers are the best

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Kevin. I think being uncomfortable is the only way to get comfortable with being by yourself all alone.

[@kthom89]

@Kenny Of All Trades it's having a ghost seeking up on you that's the creepy thing

[@0004612]

@@kthom89or Sasquatch.

[@truckcamper_felix]

I love all your videos, Kenny, all phantastic! Cheers from Germany, Felix 😀

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Thanks Felix. It's a small world, my brother lives in Germany.

[@truckcamper_felix]

@@KennyOfAllTrades wow, so tell when you will visit Germany!!! 😄 And if there is any way to sent you a PM or email .....I would like to send you the link to my blog about my 7-week Transamerica trip in a NorthernLite 6'10, this summer. 😉

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

For sure! [e-mail]

[@SpykersB]

@@truckcamper_felix a 6’10 ?

[@truckcamper_felix]

@@SpykersB yes, from BC ;-)

[@Christopher-ud3ux]

35 ain’t too bad some campgrounds with water and electric no sewers 75.00 or more for state park some have full hook up for that price winter a bit lower not sure what price is thanks for videos keep it coming I enjoy it

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I never new prices were getting that high! I do stay at parks much, one or twice a year. I say at Forestery campgrounds every once in a while. The Rustic ones are free. The others ones I've seen range 7 to 17. But camping has grown in popularity too.

[@shaneswayze6228]

We go to lake Catherine every summer stay about 3 days in state park it's only like $12 bucks got electric showers bathrooms soda machine .trails you can hike plus they have an outside move theater.lake Catherine state park in arkansas.i live about 30 mins from it .I take my dad's pop up camper me an my girlfriend an the grand baby .yeah $35 bucks is alot

[@mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866]

$35.00??? Holy buckets!!! Lol That’s a bit out of line for the off season in my opinion. However, a great value at days end when you have. 200+site campground to yourself with a private living room complete with a fireplace! Btw I think I saw a fish jump in your time lapse…coulda had one…perhaps, maybe, possibly lol As always, thanks again for sharing your adventures with us…already looking forward to St Croix part deuce

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

No kidding!?? I'm gonna go back and watch the sunset. There's some big Sturgeon in that river. Maybe we cought one on film!

[@mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Yes! Kidding! Figured it’d been awhile since I busted on ya about fishing, thought I’d get you excited about the chance of possibly missing one lol I know, cruel joke 😛 😂

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'll be pulling some massive slabs through the ice soon enough Mike. Complete redemption this winter!!🐟

[@grayroadadventures985]

HeyKenny, do you leave your bike battery outside when cold camping like that. We bring ours indoors for Lithium protection and longevity. Missed you this fall as we were there in October.Few more folks but still spacing was good. Prices!!!! Not so much.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's good to know there's spots available in the fall. I do take the battery out as well. I leave the bike in the truck during the week but try to keep the battery in a warmer environment.

[@shawnjustice-dw6bx]

That price is high. I'll put one campsite in the budget for you next month. I can relate to seeing whats around the corner and too many options. You should see how long i stand in front of a vending machine.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

😆

[@stevenannett1739]

cant believe how much ice is all ready on the water! So you can camp year round at your state parks ?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Minnesota has 66 State Parks in total. Out of them you can winter camp at 25 of them. Not all sites are open in the campgrounds, only selected sites are plowed out. Some campgrounds with 200 sites will only have 10 open during the winter months. Last week we were completely iced over on most lakes. I thought I would get in some ice fishing. Unfortunately we saw some temps in the upper 40's. Ice fishing will get pushed back a bit now.

[@Jamminalong]

Kenny you said "be honest" and yet you lied! You say boondocking is easier because you drive around, find an open spot and that's where you usually park. Who you kidding? You move on to the 2nd and 3rd spot LoL!! Ok you know I'm just kidding!! It's funny because hubby and I talk to you on the tv when we watch your videos, ha ha ha!! On a serious note... What camera gear do you use?? Thanks! ~M

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Lol You are right though, I spend to much time looking for the perfect spot. I have to remind myself that I only have one night a week to make these videos. As far as camera equipment I use the Gopro 10 for about 90% of my filming and a Gopro 9 to catch the other shots. I have a DJI Osmo Action, I don't use it much because I don't like that I can see a difference in footage quality. There both good, just a difference in color science. I have a Panasonic G9 that I thought I was going to use more. Unfortunately I'm not good with cameras and don't understand how to use it. I have spent countless hours trying to learn it, but when I'm in the feild I get more bad footage then good. It's not the camera, it's me. I have a love hate relationship with Gopros. The truth is they are absolute garbage and extremely unreliable. I have lost multiple videos because the footage becomes corrupt. They are awesome when they work. But be ready for glitches. In this video I almost threw away the Gopros. You can see at the end of the video I was so frustrated. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3e5nWqNar2LaJI

[@Dazck9s]

That's not bad that.thats 30 GBP AND That is the normal price for a electric site in UK

[@davemiller251]

New viewer. Great video - very nicely done. Question: What brand of bike is that? You seem quite satisfied with it.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Oh I love the bike. I had the bike before the KZbin channel. It's a Rad Power Bike. The model name is Rad Mini 4.

[@davemiller251]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Wow! Thanks for the prompt response. I'll check it out.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I really appreciate all of the comments that you guys leave. I try to respond to them all. Your comments and thumbs up is what helps grow the channel. Always appreciated!

[@healeybob1]

Colorado state parks are $41 per night.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Ouch, That's getting pricey!

[@glenlivingstonegl]

Shades of .38 special "hold on loosely " in the beginning music

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I'm glad you noticed. I thought the same. Thanks for watching.

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

We live about 30-40 miles from there, never camped there, did you travel the roads that lead to all parts of the campground.? They had a big storm maybe 10 years ago, blew over thousands of trees blocking all the roads I think it took a week to reach all the camper, then a few years later they logged off the damage trees

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I was wondering why so many trees were logged out.

[@larrykluckoutdoors8227]

@@KennyOfAllTrades They closed it for the rest of the year, the next year it was a mess but open

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It's a very nice park. That was my first time there. It's definitely good for winter camping. The summer season may feel cramped.

[@l.b.3148]

For $35/night I'd turn on everything I own in the rig and truck just to get your money's worth! Make it glow like the Griswold's!🎄

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's awesome! Mandi and I will stay at the Best Western in Grand Marais on Lake Superior. I will do exactly that. I turn on the fireplace and crank up the AC. I gotta get my money's worth.

[@goober9983]

17:31 spotted the Cope. 😂

[@toddramsay977]

$35 a night for off season electric only. Is a little steep. Can you hunt in a state park? Maybe they are trying to capitalize on hunters camping there and hunting nearby.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes, they do have special hunts inside the park. The state forest is across the road with regular hunting regulations. Rifle season for deer is over now. It ended the week before i was uo there. I did see a few campsites had tire tracks in the snow, I assume those were from hunters.

[@shanemilehi]

It’s insane to pay that sometimes. I’m happy to help the state but sometimes I feel that it’s my damn right to sleep in nature and resent the whole system. Just a little rant 😜

[@shaunsmuder1637]

I've been looking for a cell phone booster for my ice fish house. Where did you get that one and what brand is it?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I use the Hi Boost. It works really well. I have used many times in the last two years and received a good signal where before turning it on, I struggled to send a text. I did an install video. I'll give you the link so you can see more about it. It's an older video. But it still gives some good info. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noSmYo2OrZJ9mcksi=xf-Un3toKsB-0k4O

[@50spudman]

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[@MSB1080]

Do you have an eight foot bed? Or is the TC for short bed?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

It first a short bed. The side storage compartments contain the dump valves for the holding tanks. I know some truck campers can go on either a short or long bed by removing the side compartments. But not this one.

[@darkrashan]

35$ is cheap. I spent 50$ for a campground with 25 spots and super cramped. #CA

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

50 bucks, that would be really expensive around here. I don't do private campgrounds so I can't speak for them. I mostly do free remote camping in state forests but with Deer hunting going on I felt the state park was a safer bet. I guess everything is going up in price though.

[@darkrashan]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Yeah this one is managed by the city. But that's pretty much the going rate out here... I think the state parks are a little bit cheaper but you don't get electrical hookups except for certain ones. There is BLM land around here but unfortunately my trailer is 36.3 ft so I don't really want to take it down there. Going to be building my own truck camper here in a bit

[@thelonesomefisherman7425]

I'm trying to remember what we paid for A-tent camp site at the Minnesota state parks back in the 1990s seems to me they were around $20 back then so your $35 whatever your cost was for the electric site in this video doesn't seem that outrageous to me

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

You are right. After the video I learned that the prices are inline with other states.

[@thelonesomefisherman7425]

@@KennyOfAllTrades I've been enjoying your videos tonight.

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's awesome! I really appreciate you checking out the old videos.

[@thelonesomefisherman7425]

@@KennyOfAllTrades It's nice to watch a youtuber from Minnesota

[@toddramsay977]

Why shut off all the lights inside? You are plugged up, be able to see your camper when you come back, habit?

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

Yes, just a habit.

[@kdhartman44]

$35??🤦‍♂️ That’s way much, especially in the winter, there should a discount in the winter to promote more visitors! Wyoming had a place last year wanting $65, truck stopped it that night!!

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I agree on the price. Seeing how most of the employees are temporary and laid off over the winter, and the services are limited like the bathrooms being locked, You would think the price would be lower. 65 dollars is way too high! Thanks for checking out the older videos.

[@kdhartman44]

I sold my Leer topper the other day to get something with more headroom, so no winter camping for me. I'm trying to get through all your earlier videos I've missed during my holiday layoff. My Christmas present to myself. lol

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

@@kdhartman44 Good luck with the hunt for the new setup. I have an old snow plow truck with an 8 foot bed. Putting a topper on that is my backup plan if the truck camper ever goes down on me.

[@kdhartman44]

$35 in the winter season is way too high !! $15 max !

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

I agree with that! It's not like summer when they have employees around renting kayaks and cleaning the park. During the winter, the only person left is the park supervisor. No services are on other than electric. The bathroom / shower houses are locked. The water is shut off. The dump stations closed. I think they should have a winter rate that is cheaper. Thanks for watching.

[@kdhartman44]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Exactly! I just went on my first real road trip sleeping in my truck topper through Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota,Nebraska and back to Missouri. 7 days, 2600 miles, paid $10, $12, $15, 20 and, $25, and stayed 2 places for free. During high season, winter should be no where near $35!! Ken.

[@furlvr1961]

$35.00 is outrageous for camping (even with electrical) during the off season/winter. $12.00 would be more like it! 🤬

[@chrisc4427]

$35 is just too much money imma go find me a Old Logging Road somewhere

[@ShadowWolf3030]

Nice spot. . . Seems to me you already made a donation by paying to stay overnight, myself i think 35 bucks is high considering its winter they should drop it down like 20 dollars, nothing like a nice walk in the forest at night to enjoy a fireplace,. . . after all you donated 35$

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

That's what I was thinking. 35 bucks to camp, thankfully I had already purchased a yearly parking pass otherwise that would have been. Another 7 bucks per day at the gate

[@ShadowWolf3030]

Yearly passes are the way to go,,

[@SeniorAdventures-do5xf]

audio isn't on

[@susanhill9166]

Bit expensive Kenny