The Best Primitive Camping Tips & Tricks

[@JenniferGarton74]

I love your videos. My favorite is the cooking, it gives me some good ideas on what to make while camping. I wish though we could hear about the recipe instead of music playing lol but it's your videos so of course do it your way :-).

[@hli1787]

Well, I don't have to wonder if you guys shower NAKED IN THE WOODS!!!! LOL Cody in that hair towel just MADE MY DAY LOL I just love you two.

[@leilanajafi1264]

This is a cool spot 🏕

[@MikeS63301]

Your channel is our favorite outdoors channel on KZbin! DomeLife has gotten my wife and I back into camping. Thank you!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you so much for your kind words! So awesome y’all are back into camping!!! Share some of y’all’s adventures with us on our Dome Life Group page on FaceBook! It’s called Dome Life - The World From A Tent.

[@rebeccadees2300]

I know that you are on camera but you look like you get along so well regardless of the situations. 👍

[@randijohnson6854]

I love going with you to camp. You know when you watch you l get to know you . I also get to know your friends . Awesome people . All . I'm 73 al.ost 74 and lm selling my home in central Oregon . I'm trying to find a new beginning. I'm pretty sure about Arkansas. Need to visit in person . I love all the country . Thanks so much for taking me along .Arkansas is awesome . Thanks again . ❤

[@mldennis]

Nice cooking set with laid back music.

[@arkansasexplorer1624]

I live in Arkansas and I've never found campsites like that. - love you guys.

[@pauldonathan5316]

Love how y'all stumble on cool creeks and other things, I would definitely hang out with y'all, stay warm!!

[@idliketooutdoors3716]

I think you guys are really cool, and its good to see young folks enjoying life in the outdoors. I haven't been leaving a comment but I'm going to start now. Y'all stay safe.

[@tressessalon]

I love how real you all are, and I appreciate all the same stuff that you appreciate, so it is a pleasure to watch!!

[@kenadipeek5548]

Y’all need to make a camping cookbook!

[@CodyandKellie]

Yes! We will be in the future. Thanks for watching!

[@ceecee7868]

Just started watching ya'all and love the French toast bread incident. Totally relatable. Lol!

[@teresap.5991]

Wow is it beautiful there. Looks a lot like here actually. Pennsylvania is a beautiful state have you guys ever checked it out at all? I live right next door to the Laurel Highlands seven springs ski resort hidden valley ski resort campgrounds. Such a beautiful state you guys should visit. It's a shame they let that a frame go that was probably beautiful. I love a frames. I think I'm on like my 50th video of you guys LOL. Every night I've been watching many. Been watching fast track overlander off and on too LOL. Thanks to you guys. Keep on camping! 💞‼️

[@michellet1287]

Love this video and Kelly yelling out of the window at the end with “see you next weekend!” was great! I subscribed since I found your channel about two months ago😄. I like the cooking, exploring with your fun facts about each area you are in - keep it coming guys!

[@vmcgriff]

Don’t you know… Everything tastes better with coffee! ❤

[@chrisflemens4856]

Really like the whole Adam-and-Eve vibe stay lit!

[@wi11ieman]

idk if it's just the camera or what, but y'all are Skincare Goals and relationship goals and general camping goals haha

[@CodyandKellie]

lol thank you. On the skin care we use coconut oil, on the relationship goals we have made sure over the last 14 years that we never hind anything and communicate on important topics every day, and on general camping goals... well that took 10 years to get to. When I first met Kellie, I could not get her to go camping. However, back in 2016 she went on her first trip and was hooked. So we have been going every weekend (except heat advisories) ever since.

[@martinhernandez6506]

Good evening Cody & Kellie, another great video ! That drone sure saves you from getting into certain unnecessary areas. Awesome video footage and as always delicious eats ! Kellie butterflies always hang around Nature's beauty, Cody your a fortunate man ! Hearing you talk about the cold water. I kept hearing that melody I'm a little teapot short & stout... Forget the handle who took my spout... Great finds and keep smiling !

[@ChaseArkansas]

i love ipa's and arkansas beer!

[@lindawilkerson4869]

Love your drone shots, so beautiful 😍 thank you

[@clintmartinmusic]

My wife and I was looking around Oauchita Lake for the first time this weekend largely because of your vidoes. We live about 20 miles south of Fort Smith so we drove past Y city going to the lake. I'm not a big fan of crowded camps. I like the idea of finding our own little creek somewhere in the forest away from the busy parks. Keep up the good work, and we'll keep watching for tips!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@alicis11]

Do you know what gas station this was? I want to find this place

[@justincrumpton7802]

Glad I found your channel Just left Albert Pike. Gorgeous areas all around. I'm from Texarkana Texas but live in Longview now

[@Outdoors4adventure]

Great share. We found a awesome spot this past weekend. We love the Ouachita area. Planning to go find another area soon. Love the drone footage.🙂👍

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you!

[@ScottChristerson]

So you know that butterfly was a zebra swallowtail very beautiful butterfly awesome video guys in

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for pointing that out

[@jaX-mg3ow]

U guys are soo cute just love your adventures

[@mo.girl4175]

Why anyone doesn’t sub is beyond me. Love you guys and the adventures. You inspire me to adventure more especially since I’m on furlough from the quarantine!! Boring!!! Thanks y’all! ❤️❤️

[@CodyandKellie]

We appreciate it. Thank you!

[@okienurse]

Lot's of beautiful camping in the Ouachita's of SE Oklahoma where I live. Maybe kayak the Lower Mountain Fork river while you are here.

[@SUPOutfitters]

Stoked to see your exploring Arkansas 💎 videos ✌🏼

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@haleywildridge8948]

Stumbled onto your channel, and I am obsessed. Your videos are so fun and comforting. Makes me want to get out and explore more!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you so much for watching and your kind words!

[@SoloRider831]

LOL... ya'll are my heroes. I would have said "forget it" and just a quick pot of hot water and a quick wipedown or spongebath.

[@CodyandKellie]

We have learned our lesson

[@ThimbelinahRandomGirl]

So I'm not big on posting in comments. However, I just wanted y'all to know how excited I was when I saw y'all had posted a new video! I LOVE your channel!! Camping areas here is South Alabama are still closed.😭

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you so much for watching!!! Sorry to hear that South Alabama is still closed.😔

[@leonragsdale7439]

Very nice camping spot and awesome exploration,you folks be eating good! Woohoo ✌

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you for watching!!!

[@dianaflores324]

Those bean burritos look yummy!

[@CodyandKellie]

They are! Thank you for watching!

[@KodyKline]

A bit away from Crystal Prong - Always enjoy you Dome Life Videos. Thanks for sharing your adventures!!!

[@CodyandKellie]

We needed a change of scenery. We have been camping near crystal prong for years. It’s good to find new areas. Thanks for watching!

[@markkidder1776]

Great video guys! The shower works pretty well! That’s awesome!

[@greyshirt4389]

Awesome video and awesome camping, Oklahoma here and I've camped on and off most of my life, watching you guys and others have inspired me to get out and explore plus convert our suv into a camper. 🙏🙏

[@mikecox3659]

Enjoyed the video ... see you stopped in my little town of Plainview ... love running those forest roads ... all the best!

[@CodyandKellie]

That’s such a beautiful area. Thanks for watching!

[@josefino72]

The drone shots are beautiful.

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@snowbirdgardener]

Great drone shots! We always make a huge list of everything we want to take and check things off, as we put them in the car. It works!

[@CodyandKellie]

We thought about having a check list but never got around to making it. Thanks for watching!

[@ursinidaho]

Check lists make it so you don't have to think too hard. You can go through the motions of packing while thinking of camping or kayaking. Instead of..... what am I forgetting????? If you're thinking that, you probably are forgetting something.

[@billhickman4826]

That homemade shower is a awesome idea. Y'all's cooking looks so good!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you for your kind words! Thank you for watching!!!

[@GamerNxUSN]

Thanks for the video! I am from OKC and want to disperse camp the forest after watching softroading the west.

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you for watching! It’s a blast!

[@sep12279]

Love your channel!! I have always loved camping and wish my husband was more into it. Watching your videos may help! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@CodyandKellie]

🤞🏼Thanks for watching!

[@Sydneyt62538]

I really really enjoy y’all camping videos!! They get me pumped to go!! Thank you

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@hammer1312]

Just found your channel and subbed. Hope you guys are still putting out more vids. Im a van dweller and live in Texas but travel all over. I usually have done the s.w. And up to Colorado. But gonna try to do winter camping in Ozark and Quachita area this year due the pandemic. Love your guys vids. Cool you got a wife that loves nature as much as you do. Might see you guys out there. Peace ✌

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! Maybe we will see you out there

[@KeynoteWise]

You guys are awesome. We love learning from y'all's adventures!!!! Stay at it!!!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@DiamondMinerIvins]

That’s the best road trips! Not knowing where you’re going! 😃 I forget something almost every trip. Really enjoy the views from the drone. keep up the good content coming!

[@CodyandKellie]

We had a great time. I hate that I’m always forgetting something. Thank you!

[@jamesstipe4275]

Looks like the appalation trail shelters

[@gerardhoward5321]

Another awesome video... By the way love our Dome Life sticker

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you for watching!!! Your welcome for the sticker. Thank you so much for ordering the Bear Tees!!!

[@sorrellsoutdoors1138]

Do you have any coordinates to the camp sights you would share? Thanks

[@gabrielsholisticcare]

Catch you on the other!

[@TheEbyFamily]

Love your videos! We will be in Arkansas at the end of july for the first time. We are excited!

[@CodyandKellie]

Hey! Thanks for watching. Where are y’all going in Arkansas?

[@TheEbyFamily]

@@CodyandKellie We are staying at a cabin in Hatfield and plan to explore over by Ouachita.

[@petersole1195]

Great video cheers Pete From New Zealand

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@bayou_angler87]

I often wondered how y'all do it. I often am afraid to drive up into the backroads because my truck is only 2WD and I don't want to get stuck out there. I would love to be able to camp on some of these spots and just unwind next to a stream. Thanks for the videos! -Kyle

[@CodyandKellie]

Most roads we take can be accessed with 2WD. Some times we will get out and see how deep the mud holes are before we drive threw them. Lol! Thanks for watching!

[@Lonerwolf420]

Ur back! Havnt watchd yet goen ta bed see ya lolol ✌️

[@CodyandKellie]

Understand man. We got it out late. But let us know what you think once you get a chance!

[@victorramos6361]

Great video btw lmk when you guys are ready to replace that windshield glass on the H3 hummer I can give you a killer deal

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you for watching!!! Heck yeah! Thank you! Where are you located?

[@brianleonard4915]

Love your channel!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@starlanight3334]

Awesome video!!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@randysmith5993]

Another great trip. Thanks. What mapping system are you using on your phone??

[@CodyandKellie]

We just use google maps with pins that we have placed on there from research we have done with US Forest Service mapping, and topo maps

[@CodyandKellie]

Also, thank you for watching!!!

[@cyndib.6053]

Hi guys! We LOVE your channel! Where can I find Kellie's french toast recipe 😋

[@CodyandKellie]

We are sharing Kellies recipes for our Patreons. www.patreon.com/Dome_Life

[@mo.girl4175]

Wow love this one!!!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@mirandawilliams1644]

Any chance I could get that walnut butternut squash ravioli recipe from you? Yumm!!

[@CodyandKellie]

Kellie is posting her recipes to our Patreons once a month.

[@brandonrodriguez748]

I remember watching a video of yours, a few months ago which inspired me to finally visit Arkansas very beatiful state eager to go back! Thanks for your videos very Informative and nice to watch. I'm gona have to get me one of those drones they come in handy mind telling me what kind it is?

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you so much! It means alot to hear you say that! It is a DJI Mavic 2 Pro

[@rocknh68]

Always glad to see a new video from y'all. Wondering if you've ever said it and I missed it, but what format and size do y'all upload your videos? They always look good even on the TV while some others get distorted. Thx

[@CodyandKellie]

MP4, 1080! Thanks for watching!

[@joesoutdoorplaces]

New sub. Researching camping in Arkansas. You’ve never had your stuff taken while you are off exploring?

[@leabethcampbell381]

Well...I'm doing it right! This whole "find a dispersed campsite" thing is NOT as easy as I thought given the zillions of FS roads here in AR. Most recently, I got shut down 2 miles from site I was only trying to put eyes on for next weekend, when rocks on road became so pointed my tires sounded like they were going to pop. And 2 miles is like 40 min of driving on that. You know. Also...I lost cell signal at that point and didn't have my garmin activated (and was alone). Had to turn around. First world dispersed camping problems, I know. Still a beautiful adventure in and out!! Thanks for video and ideas!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks for watching!

[@Whiplash1937]

hey miss Kelly,could u please tell me what kind of steak that was u cooked.made me hungry just looking at it.hope y’all have a great week!!!!!

[@CodyandKellie]

It was a petite sirloin.

[@rebeccadees2300]

Hopefully Kelly will share a recipe from each video in the future?☺️

[@CodyandKellie]

Right now Kellie is sharing one recipe a month on our Patreon

[@rebeccadees2300]

@@CodyandKellie thanks!

[@rdneel69]

do you have this site mapped or do you have the coordinates? I am heading up that way this weekend and would love to camp there. Thanks.

[@mwb6772]

Great video. Thanks. Is that water color typical for Arkansas? Looks different.

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you! Yes this is a spring fed creek. Other rain fed creeks are blue.

[@vagnersansao]

Saudações, vagner de Guaranésia MG Brasil

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you watching!!!!

[@vagnersansao]

@@CodyandKellie 👍

[@kathryncoker8642]

Have y’all camped at Little Missouri Falls near Big Fork?

[@CodyandKellie]

We have. Cody spent his youth in that area. Such a beautiful area. It almost became a National Park in 1922

[@eunsolk88]

You guys should consider doing a local subscriber meet up [maybe one in NWA ;)]. I bet a lot of arkies would join!

[@CodyandKellie]

We do our quarterly clean ups, that’s kind of a meet up. One day we will plan something different. Also we have our fall into nature every fall!

[@eunsolk88]

@@CodyandKellie where do you guys post information about location and dates for those events?

[@CodyandKellie]

eunsolk88 we post all our events on our Facebook events page. We had a clean up schedule for last weekend, but had to cancel it due to Covid19. We are working to schedule our next one to be at the end of June. We would be so happy to have y’all join us at one of our events!!!

[@Leftoutknitter]

what table is that for your kitchen? I have tried three, but they are either too big or too short.

[@CodyandKellie]

It’s from Walmart. Not sure of the brand but it was with all the folding tables. It is short when I’m preparing food and high when I’m trying to eat. I guess we haven’t found the right one either 😂

[@greywolfoutdoorshomestead9962]

I see you guys have tshirts do you sell dome life merchandise? I'd love to get a couple of vehicle stickers

[@CodyandKellie]

Yes we do. Domelife.camp

[@d-man2852]

So, I am all for the joy of exploring. And what you are doing is something that I am recently trying to get into. I love the Ouachita National Forest. I've been to Albert Pike for a hike and want to explore more. Here is my MAJOR concern... What guidelines do you use to determine if it is private land or public land that you are camping on? Even finding ways to access a stream for kayaking seems so convoluted (to me). And the last thing I want is to upset a land owner by trespassing. Can you give us your rule of thumb when looking at maps how you resolve those concerns? Enjoying the videos you post. All the best.

[@CodyandKellie]

Sure thing! We use google earth and maps to find an area of interest. Then we will US Forestry Service map to determine if that property is privately or publicly owned. Here is the link to the US Forestry Service www.fs.fed.us/ivm/index.html We then will place a pin on google maps so we know that it is publicly owned and use that to get us to our destination. We normally will try and have a few places of interest before we go scout out the camping spots. For state wild life management lands, we use the Arkansas Game and Fish website. Here is a link to that. apps.agfc.com/mapper/ PleAse let us know if you need anything else! Thank you for watching!

[@d-man2852]

@@CodyandKellie You just opened my eyes! LOL. This is great information. Thank you for the response and the education.

[@jaydonnell7536]

Cody how do I find forestry roads

[@CodyandKellie]

Hit me up on Instagram or Facebook messenger and I woohoo love to help you out

[@shepushesfrw]

Do you have maps of this route and where u camped?

[@GreyEagle42]

What makes the water greenish?

[@CodyandKellie]

There was some slime on the rocks but the blue comes from minerals

[@GreyEagle42]

@@CodyandKellie kinda of thought that might be the case as glacier water sometimes looks like that.

[@robertkoch1327]

I gave up ground cloths under tents years ago, they just trap water and let it bleed through into the tent, better to let it drain into the ground, bring a piece of outdoor carpet for a welcome mat in front of the tent door

[@CodyandKellie]

We love the carpet idea!

[@hydro6917]

do you worry about thieves or have you ever experience someone stealing your stuff when you've left it behind time for a Q and A video do's don'ts for travel camping tips advice what has been some of your fave spots

[@CodyandKellie]

I worry yes but nothing has ever been stolen. That would be a good video idea. Thanks for watching!

[@hydro6917]

@@CodyandKellie i came across your channel 3 days ago i've noticed your channel growing quite a bit in the last few days how exciting is that? i was wondering if you noticed

[@CodyandKellie]

It’s very exciting!!!

[@Mike2trys]

as someone whos never camped anywhere other than a "campground" it seems very nerve racking to just pull over and camp somewhere, how do you make sure you're able to camp? i want to go camping near hotsprings AR in a few months and i'll be on a motorcycle. any tips i can use for my trip? should i just pay for a camp ground to be safe since i'll be on a harley?

[@CodyandKellie]

National Forest are public lands. Within this lands there are spots that have fire rings and people have camped at before. But you have to drive down dirt roads that sometimes can be loose gravel, washed out, or other hazards that you might not want to drive your Harley down.

[@JimHerbertOutdoors]

I thought all Harley riders were big bad tough guys? You're afraid to camp 😄 Woooooow. If there's a fire ring it means it's a designated camping spot.

[@Mike2trys]

@@JimHerbertOutdoors who said afraid? I just don’t want to trespass on private land. Thanks for the comment it’s EXTREMELY helpful and really says a lot about you… 👏 👏 👏…. 👎🏻

[@Leftoutknitter]

could you drop coordinates for some of these sites?

[@CodyandKellie]

Sure thing! Message us on Our Facebook page or Instagram gram page and we can send you them for sure and give you some other tips!

[@hammer1312]

P.s and she cooks for ya. How much better can it get. Peace ✌

[@CodyandKellie]

😊

[@lesliewatkins1719]

Where did you get your little pillow?

[@CodyandKellie]

Amazon! It’s listed in the description below

[@Butzy621]

My kind of peeps

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you for watching!!!

[@liveoutsidethebox4064]

Who else thinks Cody needs to learn guitar and play some sweet tunes for the channel and Kelly while chillin in the wilderness ?

[@CodyandKellie]

Good idea! Lol! Thanks for watching!

[@shadygarcia8484]

First Coment!!⛺😎😍

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you!!! Hope you enjoyed those spots!!!

[@apjo090305]

Which one of you drinks their coffee ☕️ black? :)

[@CodyandKellie]

Cody

[@dadams19111]

Well, I live in Arkansas and I am glad you found this area. I and my family have been there many times through out the years as kids and as adults. The concern here is that the Coronavirus is real so be safe. Arkansans don't have a full blown issue here and we would like to keep it that way, i.e., outsiders bringing it in. Enjoy, but do your social distancing and please be responsible. Another concern of mine and other Arkansans is that since the Coronavirus issue surfaced, we have had people that live out of Arkansas coming in as a safe haven. While doing so, these people have caused damage to our state and deface priceless artifacts and leaving garbage and debris lying around on State property. With that said, please make sure to advise your viewers and audience to be mindful and considerate. Please tell them to clean up after themselves while visiting this wonderful state of Arkansas. Remember no trace left behind is the true motto of a camper. Thanks, Darwin A.

[@GamerNxUSN]

Are those waterways naturally that blue or is that from the color grading on the video?

[@CodyandKellie]

No color editing. All the water ways in the Ouachita and Ozark Mountains are that blue, or some are even just clear and look like glass is over it

[@stephaniemamabear5220]

Is there an app y’all use to find camping places or do y’all just drive around? Love your channel!

[@christopher4567]

Blair Witch house at 21:00!

[@CodyandKellie]

Sure felt like it!

[@FMTFXE22]

Check Lists. Check Lists. Check Lists.

[@gregdeprow8125]

If this dude started selling baptisms in Little Cedar Creek he would make a fortune. Just sayin.

[@ania9963]

Don't you afraid of wild animals of the forest at night?

[@CodyandKellie]

Not at all. More afraid of people.

[@GamerNxUSN]

That's why you use bear bags etc.

[@ursinidaho]

Some national parks have long waiting lists for camping reservations. When you have to wait a year to sleep next to a tree, something is wrong." George Carlin

[@henrikm4657]

Love your videos. Really chill and the food porn is great. Always makes me hungry. Have you considered an instant hot water heater for cold weather showers? I bought this a while ago and love it: www.amazon.com/dp/B07BYB8F1B/ I upgraded the shower head and installed a 1/4 turn valve on it since the switch on the shower head wasn’t the greatest. Now it works great.

[@CodyandKellie]

Very cool! Thanks for that info. We saved it on our Amazon wish list.

[@dmpresources723]

I love your channel! I'm hopeful that I will run across you on a trail! I just started a channel myself. If you're interested it's call AdventureThrived.

[@CodyandKellie]

Thanks! We will check out your channel.

[@michellebaillif9277]

Le barbue il aurait pu jouer dans Jésus-Christ

[@robbyknight9669]

Awesome video!!!

[@CodyandKellie]

Thank you!