"Summerland" Unique Ocean Camping

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My name is Eric and I travel with my cat, “Jax” in a 2001 Chevy Fleetwood Tioga Arrow 24D Class C RV. We travel about 45 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round. Here are some popular questions asked:
Cameras:
*GoPro Hero 4 Black for Vlogging. (1080p 60fps)
*GoPro Hero 3 Silver for Timelapses & Driving Narration.
*SJ4000 for driving shots out the window.
*Canon Vixia HF M500 with Canon WD-H43 Wide Angle Conversion lens for Macro and Zoom shots.
Stabilizer: Feiyu Tech 4GS 3 axis gimbal.
Time Lapses: Gopro Hero 3: 2 second intervals. Speed up 1200x, cropped 4K down to 1080 for panning
Night Lapses: Gorpo Hero 4 Black manual settings: 800 ISO, 30 second Shutter, 3000K WB, Protune On
Audio: Sony ICD-PX333 (Audio swapped in post production)
Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Areal Drone Shots: DJI Phantom 3 Standard
RV MPG: 7-11mpg depending on generator use. (7.4L 454 Chevy)
Solar: 500 watts on tilting brackets on roof. 5 AGM batteries totaling 400 amp hours
Mobile Wifi: AT&T Unlimited
Music: / audiolibrary
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[@ari.4536]

All you American subscribers living in major cities, please think about allowing Eric and Jax to use your driveway, yard etc to boondock. Always good to help out a friend 😀🇦🇺😀🇺🇸😀

[@MamaMittens]

I love that you travel with your cat. That cat is living a more exciting life than me! lol

[@jblink3923]

Thumbs up as always, that view never gets old!!!

[@susanolson3611]

i am having a great time watching your travels, thanks for bringing us along

[@berlinaussie]

Yet another great video. I came to your channel when you just got Yoda. I spent months going back to your beginning and followed you through to now. Your videos have always reflected your film production training but now they absolutely incredible. Your mixture of shot, angles, content and interactions is truly professional imho. I am currently re-watching your videos for the second time as I need more of your interaction than just one video every 2 days. Your growth as an individual over the years you have been posting is amazing. Well done. Even your sad, pathetic and lets face it, jealous haters are having to lift their game :) Keep it coming and one day a producer is going to see your work and we might just lose you to the professional world. Peace and love to you and Jax...

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thank you!

[@lizzy2shoes557]

You're in my 'old' home area...I MISS the Pacific ocean like NO OTHER,( traded to be a mountain-goat) so getting to see your travels along the coast has been phenominal!!! Much love &safe travels to you and ❤️🚚🐾

[@tomhertz1614]

+Nomadic Fanatic The Pacific ocean is also in Los Angeles LOL

[@bobhenning7102]

I couldn't have put it any better...Well said!

[@aHigherPower]

berlinaussie, my favorite are his Bertha van days. The music and intro was just felt good and more personable. lol Plus I love vans. Sadly, Eric doesn't say much in way of his personal life anymore, because of all the trolls. Anyway Cheers!

[@pam132cross]

you havent bored me at all eric.. I love to watch you and jax on your travels...keep up the good work x

[@paulkrack355]

No, living in north central North Dakota, I am not tired of your love of being near the ocean! I have probably been in the State of Washington less than 10 times in my 70 years. So, I will miss that part of your sharing, but am always watching for your posts.

[@XsyntrikNomad]

Another great video Eric! I absolutely LOVE seeing you so joyful and full of positive energy!

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks again. Gotta live it up when things are going right. :) thanks for sticking with me through everything.

[@eaglevp]

Love the Pacific coast Eric

[@phyllishosea8169]

Hi, Eric! As usual, I really look forward to viewing your excellent, soothing and adventurous videos along with my favorite KZbin Animal Star, JAX the CAT ;-). I remember you mentioning in a past video that Jax was a Coon Cat Mixed. Jax is so beautiful and I am a cat and dog lover among other selective animal personalities. I agree with your conclusion statement at the end of your KZbin videos that you're Jax's caretaker, which is a privilege, moreover, I can see that Jax loves your companionship. My favorite cat personality is the Siamese (blue-eye, Seal) I lost my feline friend, a 14-yrs old Siamese named Pasha about 3-yrs ago and I still miss her. She walked with a leash like Jax does, very intelligent, very feline talkative, affectionate, caring, and much more. You know that Jax accepts you with all of your imperfections and when your travelling together you don't have to put up with the unwanted human attitude, and nasty criticisms while your travelling and filming. Jax meows an "I love you" and your new day starts out mellow. I bet you never go to sleep being disappointed or mad at Jax (LOL) so that's a super-plus for the kitty (smile). I like watching Jax enjoy his stroller rides with you. That keeps your heart happy because Jax is soothing to be around and not prone to mood swings like humans. I'm not saying stop interacting with other humans, I'm just saying you can be around Jax all of the time without being judged. Plus, you do have a lot of KZbin Fans who care about you and appreciate your filming talent. I Google information websites about the Maine Coon Felines that states, they are a product of interbreeding between the American Bobcat and domestic cats to North America on sailing ships that came to the Northeastern seaboard. I'm sure if anyone is interested about the Maine Coon Cats History they can Google research it. Oh, like most CFA breeds they are extremely expensive and even purchasing the so-called pet-quality without papers can be costly with a certified Coon cat breeder. I'm all ready looking forward to seeing your next traveling video.

[@klouism1]

Thanks for the video. Really nice view there and well worth the stop in my opinion.

[@theantidailywoo9020]

I dont know about you but I got a hard on about half way into the vid.

[@islandsspace]

Ocean views are always beautiful. Nice video, thanks for sharing

[@pizzabol]

That sky timelap was so cool.😉

[@wrestling.4.u]

You're living the life bro, enjoy!

[@patmaufrais1043]

Enjoyed the video!!!! At 2:36, look at the parking lot cracks. The asphalt is shifting towards the ocean (ever so slowly). The downed tree pointing down. Temporary fence so no one would park there. A little earthquake rumble and one could end up, down at the waters edge. This is not a safe place to be/park.

[@bobbiestafford1088]

Thanks for taking us down that beautiful coast, Eric. Instead of Nomadic Fanatic, I think you should be Nomadic Fantastic because you do such a fantastic job of showing all the natural beauty of the places you visit. I'm always anxiously awaiting your next video. And as others, I've watched them all over and over. Can't ever get tired of watching Jax either.

[@bonniehowell6604]

You videos are Never Boring ! Been following you for @3 yrs now.

[@FloridaGirlAdventures]

haha did you see the look on the passer by who kept looking back, presumably at you talking to yourself! Nice view!

[@bernadettepeterson9623]

hey Eric we love your videos watch him all the time. you were just mentioning you were going to go to the state of Michigan wondering if you're going to make it through the state of Wisconsin. we live in Sheboygan Wisconsin which is right on the shores of Lake Michigan. huge driveway for you to do some free boondocking if you would like. we would love for you to stop by and say hey if you get to Sheboygan. keep on filming.

[@margiea3877]

Beautiful morning view!

[@Skittlebitties]

I myself am a Huge Beach Bum! Love seeing these videos. If you have ever been on a cruise I highly recommend it! Keep up the Awesome work!

[@washburnroad8816]

Eric, you are doing well. The right gal is out there. And Jax is SO like one of ours. Thanks!

[@bobhenning7102]

Wooo Hooo, first! Great video Eric, that is a nice view out the door and would be very easy to get used to. Thanks for taking us along with you...Happy Trails to you and Jax!

[@GypsyCampStudio]

ocean plus railroad tracks! would lull me to sleep like a rocking chair. lived by tracks for two years i actually liked it. here, damn rooster next door starts tuning up at 2am. wakes me up every time. thanks for the info on that spot, sounds lovely to me, putting it on my list.

[@mlizonitz2418]

Another great video. Ha, Jax says No Way! to the ocean! Enjoy LA and a big Thank You to the guy who is letting you park at his place.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Lakes are ok, but I think the ocean is just too loud with the waves.

[@Sharon-pb7so]

Nomadic Fanatic Have you ever seen the Great Lakes? They're called inland seas for a reason. You can get a very similar view right on Lake Michigan by the dunes. You'll love the fresh water to swim in, it is way better than the salty ocean in my opinion. Pet Jax for me!

[@Tatiacha]

he was up there last summer but on his way to the east coast, that is why he is going back to be able to spend some more time there.

[@roseaustin4356]

I lived in Duluth, Minnesota twice, with many trips along the North Shore. Hwy starts there, and then follows Mississippi River south into Louisianan I believe. Traveled from there many times into the U.P. I worked out of Marquette for US Fish and Wildlife., as far east as Buffalo, NY. Lots of beautiful scenery. Great Lakes circle tour is on my bucket list and/or Lake Superior circle tour. I love water too, looking to RV like you. Love cats, water, RV's, and travel. Going to watch your videos from the beginning. Here's to following you and Jax wherever you may go. Kisses and to Jax.

[@roseaustin4356]

Have a pasty for me.

[@hopeboman5265]

Eric..Berlinaussie says it all much better than I could. Keep on keeping on with your "wonderful life". It's great to view your videos and see how its all going with you in these crazie days.

[@christinegibson8720]

Thanks for sharing the beautiful scenery of the California coastline !

[@kathiehawley]

It's been about two weeks and I need my daily dose of nomadic fanatic...really enjoy your videos and the knowledge that you share. On the downside I only want your videos on and I am not getting much done. Anyone saying anything against you angers me big time. Really like the new couch and slide table. Jax is a cutie

[@dianecraig6055]

Awesome video - you really do find some gems when boondocking! LOL'd about the train...that sucked! Enjoy your travels into LA. We'll be going to Pasadena in about a month to pick up our new-to-us 2003 Fleetwood Tioga. I kinda hoped that our paths would cross but we might JUST BARELY miss you! I hope that you stay safe out there!

[@DnSAdventures]

We are going to be taking our RV out for the first time in a couple weeks :) Thanks for all the inspiration to get out and about!

[@lucyarmstrong1075]

I loved your drone shots of the ocean. Poor Jax....sorry he didn't enjoy the ocean as much as you did. You'll know for next time. Let him watch you out the window while you take a dip. Enjoy your continued travels. I sure like your videos, Eric! :)

[@davesircom7093]

Do what's fun for you! I live on Cape Cod where it is beautiful but in a totally different way. I love your Pacific coast tour. Awesome!

[@CoriZuppo]

The kittykitteeeee in the stroller cracks me up! Genius!

[@lethomps1]

Boy it would be a pretty cold day in ....... for me to pay $70/nite. Eric you are not boring. Any of that have been following you for awhile now you like the water. Do what you like and bring us along. You always have something interesting to show us.

[@chriskozak4966]

Beautiful beach & surroundings. Do go to LA & have fun! LA's The Place. Enjoy your stay & thanks for creating this awesome vid.👍🏽👏❤️Give Jax a big hug for me.

[@countrybound4218]

Sweet spot, digging the drone shots off the cliff again! Even with the railroad there... seems like it would be worth putting up with for that view!

[@cmlowers]

Yes, I noticed the train tracks right off and wondered if they were still operational as I too have camped too close to railroad tracks in the past. I also noticed your stars and stripes shorts changed sides while you were watching the ocean and wondered how you managed that? Great video! keep them coming...

[@ammother]

Enjoy Southern California, Eric. Santa Monica is where your "Route" starts and I look forward to going for the ride. Be careful - it's very windy in LA right now.

[@sallyspilka1448]

ALWAYS SWEET TO SEE YOU SMILING...

[@MF-qw5wl]

what a life you lead! i can only imagine never waking up for a 9 - 5 job again !

[@wynotwander7075]

We used to camp regularly near railroad tracks with two crossings nearby, bell and whistle all night long, now i keep a good supply of ear plugs near the bed in the RV! helps with barking dogs as well.....

[@TheNickSams]

Awesome video

[@Tonympiotrowski]

Cool boondocking spot! I bet the train really freaked out Jax. Can't wait to see L.A.!

[@nomadicfanatic]

He actually got used to it quite well.

[@Tonympiotrowski]

Thanks for replying Eric!! I'm glad Jax adjusted. Sending hugs and kisses to your fur baby :)

[@stephenhansen6603]

Excellent!👍👍

[@DrivinandVibin]

Beautiful Coast! We enjoyed camping at Lake Piru while we where in that area 🚐💨

[@brittboyette8617]

To Jax, the beach probably looked like one big cat box!

[@nomadicfanatic]

It always does. If it's quiet, he'll roll around in the sand.

[@JaamieMaarie]

I bet it's amazing to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. At least until a train abruptly wakes you up lol

[@k2wo1]

Another nice video Eric. You and Jax have a great sense of adventure. Safe travels. Be careful in LA.

[@kalikaren2400]

Thank you for showing all these spots in California. I've driven them in a regular car and have wondered if I can drive them in my RV. You've shown me I can. And I'm a native of California. Safe travels through LA.

[@DCA001TUBE]

Hi Eric, as always another great video. Got my "Stubby Holder, Sticker and Magnet" today, Thanks. Stubby Holder went straight to the bar, sticker on the work ute and the missus pinched the magnet for her collection, they all look great. Never realized how big "Jax" was until I got the sticker, keep working on that diet Jax, just kiddin. Keep up the good work Mate. Cheers for now from Dave and Jo from Down Under.

[@MrJest2]

That was probably a maintenance road for the RR, that got expanded a bit for beach access parking, probably back in the 60s or 70s. It's largely abandoned now because it's an erosion zone (note the lateral cracks in the asphalt), and in a few decades will slump out onto the beach. For the moment it's probably OK to overnight in provided you have earplugs. :-) But thirty or forty years from now there probably won't be much there other than a very narrow one-lane track overgrown with weeds - the edge of the bluff will be 20' closer to the rail tracks (which will likely be moved or decommissioned by then).

[@ytviewer894]

Nice video Eric, keep up the good work.

[@MrBojac]

Good work, I love Socal and specially the coast and the mountains and the sun..... so happy to be retired here.

[@LightLynne]

YES I saw the railroad tracks... when you mentioned that it was amazing "ocean front property"... hehe Great video, Eric... hope you got through LA safely... see ya in a couple of days

[@rdsginia7499]

I'm glad to hear that you're coming to the Midwest. You'll find many interesting and beautiful sights. I live in northern Iowa along the widest part of the Mississippi River. I hope that you pass through to enjoy the scenery.

[@mikesheahan6906]

Loved the time lapse of the northern night sky. I am surprised that in southern California you could even see the stars. Nice job.

[@thetravlinman8111]

New subscriber to your channel. Great videos!!

[@caponeluciano5698]

Greetings from NZ Eric :)

[@lifeafterstrokewithtom4804]

They charge what the market will bear. Good hunting...

[@cherylh6920]

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SPOT! Minus the train!

[@tomramie4975]

Have fun be safe thank you again, love you guys Barb and Joe in Tennessee...

[@bonniefelis5427]

we have the great Lakes the upper part of Michigan is beautiful mackinaw island beautiful the up of Michigan many scenic sports

[@geofly2288]

Cheers Eric, another fantastic vlog. love this channel, been following you for years.

[@daveburks726]

Super video! Love the ocean too! As far as those places that "don't want you"... well, my suggestion is to knock the dirt off your sandals as you leave them in the dust! Be safe out there!

[@bobbieabbott]

Since you have shown some behind the scenes how you have to set up your camera getting shots. I can visualize you running around setting up your camera.

[@RamblinMichigander]

The Great Lakes are practically oceans 😂

[@judithneeley5229]

I enjoyed this video. You are indeed the master at finding boon docking locations.

[@MrOvo1231]

excellent video

[@sungkim6923]

Another great video. Good luck at LA.

[@61golfgeek]

That would be my heaven, the ocean on one side and trains on the other :) Of course I live in a small railroad town and used to there sounds :) What a great life you have Eric :)

[@sueg2658]

I love the Pacific coast too. Great video and drone footage!

[@flatbedbill]

VBelated Happy Borthday to Jax. Hope you're enjoying your time in California. If you're ever up this way and need some place to park or stay overnight, I'm Bill William Krutt. You and Jax are always welcome. I live 10 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy your trip and stay safe. Give Jax a bellyrub for me. All the best. Bill.

[@dlmac5935]

You make it sound like Los Angeles is like just one big city. While downtown Los Angeles is relatively confined, Los Angeles county is massive and expansive and includes many, many communities within. These include, but aren't limited to: Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Malibu, Hollywood, Beverley Hills, San Fernando Valley, on and on and on! To me, Los Angeles county can't be missed! Park your rig, rent a car and see all it has to offer! Your viewers won't be disappointed!

[@HulaShack1]

Glad you got a spot in LA. Hopefully, your friend can tell you where to go and where to avoid.Stay safe! :)

[@Mountainmodernlife]

Great Video Eric! I actually went to school just south of Santa Barbara in Ventura, CA. I always loved Ventura, but was curious if you were able to see if they allowed any sort of RV parking? I'm sure you just drove right past on your way to LA but was curious. Anyway great video as always, can't wait to follow the journey to MI.

[@ve6eee]

Another awesome production! Glad that you have a parking arrangement and can hang out for a few days. One thing I notice since you arrived in California, was a higher level of happiness that has been showing through the videos. It might have something to do with not having to see constant rain every day! :o)

[@DM-pc4vs]

hey Eric get through LA asap. Loved seeing that part of the country. Head East Young Man!!! Understand you need a few days there before moving on. (NY Catskill Mountains here)

[@Itsthekellyschannel]

Beautiful spot to camp even with the train lol Hope you stop and see us in Missouri this time if we are not on the road by then that is, if we are finally out of here we'll meet you wherever.

[@richardross3172]

Boston in an rv, NYC in an rv, and now LA in an rv? You have guts!!!!

[@christopherneil988]

Holly Shit! Those trains had to sound like they were headed right for ya! Talk about an eye opener. I know how loud that had to been. Keep on keeping on Eric.

[@wolfpak8228]

Eric, fishes bite in the ocean. Jax knows this...

[@twdenman1]

Nice roadside find! Looking forward to seeing more of the coast. I'm NOT familiar with Highway 101, so your documentation has been very interesting.

[@nitaf71]

awesome video! your so informative. give jax some hugs and kisses from his greatest NYC fan

[@ducaticanine]

dude. that move at 7:55. epic! love the video guy

[@ari.4536]

Water is so good for the soul. Enjoy 😀🇦🇺😀🇺🇸😀

[@BlackTopBoondocker]

Omg you kill me with that cat stroller every time I see it lol

[@SweetFLGuy1]

Another great video! Did anybody notice the Big Crocodile Dundee Survival Knife in Sheath next to Jax by the door at 4:13 . Now that's a Knife just like he said it in the movie when the bad guy pulled a small knife and ran when he saw Crocodile Dundee pull a Big knife LOL

[@russquattlebaum1122]

Thank you and Jax for all the sharing. Love the time laps thanks for not including any late night train audio on that!

[@johnquest3102]

I swam in the pacific in 2011, south of LA, it was as cold as Lake Michigan, I only went in up to my knees, it was then that the wet suits made sense to me.

[@geico1975]

Absolutely love The Stars and Stripes:)

[@sixty2jeff]

geico1975 Disrespectful of our flag to be worn in such a manner. But I respect your opinion.

[@billbaxter2914]

Glad your coming to Michigan. Be sure to checkout the Upper Peninsula if you can.

[@nomadicfanatic]

For sure! Looking forward to it!

[@HotThunderbird1966]

I believe Michigan has more coastline than any state Try to get to Travers city we love RVs here

[@tincanboat]

most coastline is Alaska, florda, cal., Hawaii...Michigan is rated 9th

[@LynneFremont]

Michigan is second in terms of shoreline. First in lighthouses ;)

[@geopro0780]

Bill Baxter upper peninsula I'm Mich. is like another super state on steroids. Uber beautifull and well worth the travel. Think beaches

[@RailVentures]

Do not park next to railroad tracks UNLESS you LOVE trains like I do! Don't forget us rail fans Eric!

[@nomadicfanatic]

I guess I don't mind :) Just surprised I didn't notice it! lol

[@jlions72]

when you see " lake Michigan" it look's just like the Ocean ,,,But As we like to say here .." No salt No sharks "...it's on T shirts ...( smile )..And you will just love it ...Look forward to you coming here ..explore more than just the" UP.."explore lake Michigan along the shore and sleeping bear dunes ..Area and Traverse City , and you are going to want to go thru Charlevoix up to , Petoskey ,Mackinaw City and into the UP...Got any question just email me and ask ..:)...

[@roseaustin4356]

In Petoskey, pick up a Petoskey stone, found nowhere else.

[@joeybarnes7017]

My dad was a railroad man, and we always lived next to the tracks! I probably wouldn't have even heard them!

[@nancyvelvetrose5432]

It was exciting to see the oil platforms Hondo and Heritage out in the background. My husband worked on those.

[@leewilliams7443]

Another great vid Eric thanks for sharing...Keep On RV'n

[@Angel-yl1ck]

LOL - I noticed (the RR tracks)...couldn't call you. hehe Sorry you didn't get much sleep. I so miss the ocean, however, lakes are just as wonderful, and you can find wonderful ice clear spots. Will be following your journey. Thanks for the great videos. Enjoy life!

[@karenbarnaby80]

I thought Indiana was the only state with trains all hours of the night!! Beautiful video Eric.

[@chandraleigh971]

💜☮✝ Hey Thanks for sharing. Love the kitty too. He looks very similar to my Emmy who loves travel and is also trained on a leash. Kind regards, Chandra Leigh

[@0HARE]

Thanks for another great video. It was very interesting, and I really enjoyed it. All these cities that don't allow RV parking are a drag. If you had a small motorcycle, or even a scooter, you could park further away and just two-wheel it into the cool parts if town. L.A. is a great town. I'v seen so much of it, but about twenty years ago. As I remember, there is abundant parking. Looking forward to seeing your adventures there. Happy Camping