Trouble Finding A Dispersed Camping Spot!

We had a major problem finding a place to disperse camp this past summer! Too many people taking advantage of the system and making it very hard for others. How do you know if it's OK to disperse camp and how do you choose a dispersed camping spot? Traveling National Forest and Bureau Of Land Management, or BLM land it can be challenging finding a place to camp these days! Every area of National Forest can have it's own rules and you should always look it up if possible.
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[@gringo3009]

Seems lots of people think they're the only ones that matter now a days. Sad times.

[@jmpattillo]

If that practice keeps up I bet there will be some trailer thefts.

[@juststeve7665]

lol there have been reports of "vandalism".... frequently.

[@johnbork7053]

Or fires

[@1954shadow]

There will always be a person or group, that push the rules or exploit them much to the inconvenience and aggravation of the ones who do follow the rules.

[@gonagain]

Unfortunately true.

[@ernestpaul2484]

So funny seeing Linda crouched behind what appears to be her throwing target, hatchet at the ready, ready to pounce on your dinner for the evening.

[@gonagain]

I wouldn't put it past her, she's the one who taught me how to field dress a deer.

[@jameswilson9019]

I needed a good laugh this morning and you provided it. "Don't get her mad at you" after the ax throwing was a great line!

[@jimb5113]

Intimidation by ax?

[@caroleelagrone9729]

Have you ever seen signs of Sasquatch even the way they make Tipi's out of tree limbs Or narrow small tree's?

[@krstn-ns]

Yes, everyone should definitely watch your old videos! I’ve been catching up on all of them in my spare time! I love all the knowledge you share with us and the dynamic of your relationship. You both are truly an inspiration 😊

[@gonagain]

Thank you, Kristin!

[@michaelsimmons261]

That's so sweet....well done!

[@wandermt4315]

Forest Service needs regulations to prevent 'saving' camp sites - it is a real problem nearly everywhere.

[@deanodoc1257]

People doing that leaving the tent's or trailers there for the following weekend is called ghosts camping... a lot of place's here in California and Az its illegal..... Hey guys Thanks for another great video! Safe traveling!

[@gonagain]

I wish it was illegal here too.

[@dustinjohnson1410]

One of the many reasons I enjoy Nevada State Park campgrounds is that they ban setting up camp and leaving it empty until the weekend. They also prohibit saving spots. The rangers do a great job of enforcing the rules. It would be nice if the federal agencies adopted similar practices, but I am sure it would be hard to enforce with dispersed camping areas.

[@karlcostigan7633]

In Arizona you must occupy a tent or trailer for the first 24 hours or be in violation of State Law.

[@juststeve7665]

I am a couple hundred miles west in Idaho.... the same problem is here.... any campsite that is free and many that are fee based have RVs or tents set up in them when not in use to reserve them... some just leave a pop up canopy and a few chairs. I talked to the USFS about it and they acknowledge the situation but as you mentioned, there are no laws being broken. The USFS only requires that the campsite be occupied by a human the first night.... then it's 14 days total. I have heard that this practice started with hunters but now there are so many people wanting to camp that the practice is driven by excessive demand. Here I know that if I want to camp on a holiday weekend I would have to leave 12 days before and arrive just after midnight on the 11th day prior to the holiday weekend to get a camp spot. The large number of rigs I see towing campers on the those same nights tells me that this is what most are doing now. This does shut out the casual camper though. I don't do it... or haven't yet because I feel it's selfish... but I observe many doing it without any reservation or thought toward others. That's the way the world is now "me me me f*** you". I think (hope) that the USFS will eventually take steps to remediate the problem but what they seem mostly concerned with now is displaying authority writing tickets/law enforcement and closing down even more roads and areas to vehicular travel. Simply changing the rules to insist that the campsite be occupied by humans every 48 hours would help but I see that there is a way around that too.... Also as you pointed out, there usually is someplace to camp if you're willing to drive far enough.... even wide spots on the dirt roads get used here. It's likely to get worse.

[@brucefrye2292]

Here in the Big Horns you have a lot of trailers, I call them condos, just sitting there. I just go ahead and use them for a windbreaker.

[@gonagain]

I thought about that.

[@GeoSentinel]

I experienced the "abandoned trailer" dilemma several times this year. I'll admit, it made me pretty frustrated...but it also got me to change my routines and find some new places to camp! Yay change!?! 😀 Happy fall, you guys!

[@gonagain]

That's a better way to look at it, I guess. Thanks, hydrogel. Happy fall to you too!

[@gonagain]

Sorry for the typo, hydrogeek.

[@jmpattillo]

It would take a policy change and enforcement effort on the part of the USFS or BLM to stop it. I bet that’s way down on their priorities list. You could ticket trailer owners from license plates, but how would you deal with abandoned tents? The officer would have to observe them arriving.

[@sandrakenney4839]

Yes, we too have experienced the "abandon trailer" issue. So frustrating!

[@SamuraiMama]

That spot looked familiar! Nice area but can get real busy and loud during summer with all the sites full of 4 wheelers, dirt bikes and sidexsides. At least it was peaceful and had a ghost town vibe.

[@tm8747]

one more thing rick, they make a window sheild , RAIN X, put that on the rear window and the dust wont stick to the rear window, in fact all windows should be covered, dont wipe it on , pour from the top of the window, then take a rag or sponge and push and smire it around the window, let it dry, wipe it off.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for that tip! I use the Rain X washer fluid but will try the undiluted version on the other glass.

[@timothyallbritton1961]

Hahaha, better not make her mad! That is some incredible hatchet marksmanship :)

[@seymourrivers6169]

Thank you Rick, I enjoyed this episode. I read the National Park disbursed camp spot must be occupied the first night and not left unattended for more than 24 continuous hours each day after that for 14 days. Pretty hard to enforce unless a Ranger is keeping an eagle eye out on the area.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for that info Seymour, because I wasn't aware about not leaving the camp unattended for more than 24 hours at a time. I think you're right about there not being enough enforcement and I know the NF Service is suffering from a labor shortage right now.

[@seymourrivers6169]

@@gonagain Timely video because I just read the posted sign while camping in National Forest in New Hampshire.

[@hawong5379]

Great comments Rick. There are too many self-centered persons treat the nature area like their own backyard. These kind of practice will only encourage more camp theifts.

[@teresaf5480]

Beautiful country side God has provided for us to go out and enjoy😁 thank you for taking us along on this journey you 2. 👍👍🏕

[@markhopper4600]

I'm not going to comment on the gypsy nomads , it's a sense of entitlement and quiet frankly my words would violate KZbin policy on bad language, but I must say I hope you can run fast at a pace of about 21 feet from the looks of Linda's tomahawk skills! Best of luck you two!

[@gonagain]

I hear ya!

[@jwal1037]

I used to work for the city and part of my job was to go to the city reservoir on Friday afternoons from May to October to take water flow readings, change the charts on recorders at 6 weirs and adjust the water flows from the dam to the water needed at the water treatment plant. About a 30 mile round trip. Lots of wildlife along the old logging road. Your wanderings reminded of this....James

[@gonagain]

Nice job you had, getting to be out like that.

[@warsurplus]

Your testimony about non-availability of dispersed sites comes down to consideration of others. Selfishness.

[@wandacraig8286]

The bugs that cause me the most concern are the yellow jackets and hornets. The bald face hornets are really moving down towards the Flathead from the Yak. I'd hate to leave any rig sit like that for a week or a day for fear it would be stolen or vandalized. Linda can sure throw a hatchet! I've watched many of your videos and need to go back and watch the water filtration. I learn something valuable in every video. Thank you for all you do!

[@gonagain]

Yellow jackets and hornets always seem to sting in multiples too. Nasty things.

[@randytaggart914]

I could not agree with you more, I run into that abandoned campers all the time

[@jimmybutler3728]

MAKES FOR A GOOD WAY OUT OF THE BAD NEWS ON THE NET AND RELAXING TIME TO WATCH AND MAYBE LEARN SOMETHING YOU DID NOT KNOW ALREADY...

[@vincentsmalley3073]

One thing to put in your trailer is a small little leaf blower (20$ home depot) Works wonders on blowing dust off vehicles I carry it in my jeep 👍🏼

[@gonagain]

What a great idea, thanks.

[@RobinGlasco]

I've noticed the same thing as far as the people hogging campsites. I was in a spot in Mexico with hookups and some people decided they liked the spot they had so they rented it all year and put up road blocks so nobody else could park there when they left. Sad.

[@albertmiller7331]

I sure enjoy your adventures! We have a Class B Pway but have learned a lot from you! As usual a wonderful and insightful video! I totally agree about the dispersed camping issue. We’re in KY and it seems we have the same problem here. People are the same everywhere; they live as if they are the only ones or at least they are oblivious of others. Keep up these videos! Meeting you two is only my Bucket List. God’s speed!, Al

[@gonagain]

We would love to meet you, Albert.

[@mmkiehn]

Changes should be made with the 14 day dispersement reservations system. Should be mandated that the site needs to be occupied at least 10 of the 14 days. I've seen friends and families switch out every 14 days retaining a camping site for the entire summer and hunting season while actually spending less than 25% of the time on site. Turns into their own privately owned camp site. Just wanted to let you and Linda know your RV /travel channel is at the top of my subscription list.

[@gonagain]

Thank you, Michael, we appreciate being at the top of your list! And yes, changes need to happen to how the dispersed camping is managed or not managed while still keeping it free. ~~Linda

[@seymourrivers6169]

Couple comments here since I've been binge watching your channel. (1) Thanks to your video about making coffee, I found a way to keep the water in my pour over funnel for four minutes by resting the hole over a rubber backed spoon for four minutes. Improved the taste of my coffee. (2) Jay Leno has an antique car with Leaf Spring leather gators around them. The leaf springs are greased, then covered with leather gators by way of buckles keeping water and dirt/stones out. Something to consider with your cargo trailer leaf springs. Thanks Rick and Linda, your channel is one of the best in the boondocking space.

[@gonagain]

Thank you for your kind comment, Seymour. You've come up with another way to make great coffee! And that's something to consider about the leather gators. I'm not sure it would stand up to all of the brush we drive through though.

[@seymourrivers6169]

@@gonagain I'm pretty sure they would hold up. Would need to be custom fit. Cut, stitched, buckles, etc. Or one could use heavy duty zip ties through grommets installed on the leather or even canvas would work. Just something to keep the dust and dirt out and grease in

[@SuzanneWho]

@@gonagain re coffee: Have you ever tried an Aeropress? Use the regular way and you get espresso, use upside down ( I do it this way) and it makes regular coffee like a French press. I just turn it over into my cup when it’s ready. Very small and compact. I’ve used one for years, after going through drip, French press etc. 😁

[@IUnurse9096]

We’ve camped a couple dozen times at the Gulf Islands National Seashore Fort Pickens campground. Now even on holiday weekends many sites stay empty because they prepaid for the site on line but didn’t show up. No such thing as walk up anymore. I miss the first come first served sites!

[@gonagain]

That's just not right. The old first come, first served was the best.

[@hikerJohn]

I was just telling my neighbor that I expect that my trailer conversion would never be done. And this is my first cargo trailer. My 19' Airstream had 20 gallons of water on the left (starboard side) at the front of the trailer. And it was a single axle trailer. My 12' cargo trailer is a tandem so I'm not to worried about weight distribution. I will be running super light compared to it's 7,000 lb rating. The only thing I would really like to change is my Diesel F250 for a 4x4 F-250 but I'll wait till I really wished I had one due to not being able to go where I want without one. If I do buy a another truck it will be my last one. But I said that about the Diesel . . . LOL . . . It only has 70K miles on it and it should go over 300K I just noticed that you did exactly what I'm going to do which is to be able to lock the door bar open. Smart people think alike haha I already ordered the part.

[@freewill1114]

Concerning weight distribution, roads usually have a slight crown on center, so they drain well. If you can't get perfect left and right balance, you would like to have a little more on the left, as the right side is a bit lower most of the time. Does not apply on freeways.

[@gonagain]

Good point and one that I hadn't given thought to.

[@johnholliday6011]

We have the exact wheels on our mini camper which is a 2019 sunray sport.Needless to say we used it on our month long west trip from S.C.and now it's for sale lol

[@bobfincher1767]

I hear the Forest Service is starting to tow the trailers people leave so they have a good spot for the next weekend in Arizona

[@gargar8196]

Good news

[@gonagain]

I did contact the Forest Service with my complaint by email and they got back to me the same day. Hopefully they do something to lessen the problem a little.

[@johnduke9894]

We, too found a lot of sites full of equipment but no people this soring, out west. Most National Forest have regs on how long you can set up and not occupy the site. Most that I've seen say you can't leave your equipment unoccupied for more than twenty four hours. It's a shame some people are so greedy.... However, most of the time that led us to some even more outstanding sites..... Always enjoy videos. ! Keep up the good work. God bless y'all and stay aware and safe... ♥️

[@johnduke9894]

Spring, notsoring. Auto spell/correct is my worst enema (y)🤭😬

[@gonagain]

Thanks for watching, John!

[@michaelsimmons261]

Here's one ...I bought a small plastic crate from waly that fits 4 -1 gallon water jugs,like the old style milk cartons.....they dont slide around and can be straped if needed.

[@gonagain]

I need that and I'll be looking for one.

[@dennislesh2374]

I definitely don't want Linda throwing a hatchet at me.

[@careylarsen2227]

A good water supply! I’d be sticking close to there for awhile

[@northcountrytrapper5607]

I would think the campfire rings would have to be a steel one that was placed in a certain spot. What’s to keep people from just driving off across the meadow wherever they want and throwing some rocks on the ground to start a new camp spot.

[@gonagain]

You can still camp where there isn't a campfire ring as long as you stay within 150' of the road (this varies by area), don't drive across soft ground or through vegetation (don't destroy anything), etc. The mention of campfire rings is to help you find a spot where you know it's ok to camp for sure.

[@jkbrochu3003]

Like yourself we have the ability to camp during the week, so that helps. Just wished we had some National Forest around here with some of that 35 degree spring water! We once made a really nice "CBS Sunday Morning" sun out of some Moose poo! Yeah it was a slow day! Keep your stick on the ice!

[@gonagain]

Now that's funny! I'll always see that sun when I look at moose poo now....

[@traveler7249]

Tires - BFG ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2 Is one of the last tires with actual multiple "belts" in the side walls. -- virtually all my flats were in the sidewalls.

[@gonagain]

Yes! Those are great and that's what we run.

[@traveler7249]

@@gonagain I use them on my trailers also. The smaller sizes are affordable.

[@CharlesButler]

WOW!! Love that scenery! I would stay out there for months!

[@gdjdorai2820]

Hi Rick and Linda Glad to catch up on your recent videos. They are excellent as ever. Stay well

[@gonagain]

Hello Dorai! I was thinking about you just this morning wondering how you were doing.

[@lauratibbles6598]

You always have so much great information and greet points of interest thank you ❤️❤️❤️🌈🌈🌈🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Danny.Spurling]

Awesome vid. Always looking forward to your videos...... Danny in Alabama

[@gonagain]

Hello Danny!

[@jlynn37]

I think if I were certain that campers are brought in to secure a weekend spot. I would still use that campsite if I were there just for a few days during the week.

[@gonagain]

If you would like to help with the problem of ghost camping in our National Forests (people leaving their campers unattended all week to save the spot for the following weekend) then please contact the National Forest Service at: [e-mail] and voice your concern, but please be polite about it so that we get some attention. In National Forests, our dispersed camping areas have been limited in number over the years due to road closures designed to preserve our woods, but that has made the competition for campsites increase to the point where a spot to spend the night is getting impossible to find! Enter the "Ghost Camper". These folks park their RV and leave it in order to "save" the spot for themselves from one weekend to the next, even though they are not there all during the week. I've been told that some of these rigs stay there all summer. Dispersed camping rules: Dispersed camping is allowed in a one-mile perimeter away from campgrounds and 100 feet from any stream. To prevent resource damage please keep your campsite within 150 feet from a roadway. How to Pick a Campsite If you are going to an area where others have camped before, pick a site that has been used before. Plants, soil and wildlife are impacted by new campsites so using existing ones will minimize your impact in the forest. If there is no existing campsite, then follow these Leave No Trace guidelines. Camp on bare soil if possible, to avoid damage or killing plants and grass. Do NOT camp within 100 feet of any water source, plants near water are especially fragile. Do not camp in the middle of a clearing or meadow; try to make your campsite less visible so that other visitors will see a "wild" setting Do not try to level or dig trenches in the ground at your campsite. Pick a tent site that is already level with good drainage.

[@jr2no160]

I'll definitely contact USFS on the subject via the website and personally. I have a friend that works at the Windcave National Park facility up the road.

[@Cockeyed_Den8213]

@@jr2no160 I will definitely contact them because my wife and I have decided we do want to go up there and camp

[@cotter9751]

Saving this one for reference

[@wrbruce6100]

Those deer sure didn’t see Linda throwing that axe, Daniel Boone would be proud of her. I had a uncle lived in Kentucky, where Daniel Boones trail ended, go about a mile farther and that’s where he lived. People pull that same stunt in Tennessee, but they also might come back and not even have a camper. You sure can’t leave nothing in them. It will be gone. Same way with cabins, all you can do is have a shell, can’t leave anything of value in them. I am wondering, those logs in a big square, was that the work of the big footed people. Learn there signs and you will be surprised where you find them. Great video my friend. Take care and stay safe or stay close to Linda.

[@gonagain]

I'm not sure if Bigfoot lives here because it's too darn windy and cold in the winter! The coldest spot in the continental US is not too far from where we live. It got down to -70F!!! It seems like things have changed to the point where we actually do need some more regulation to stop people from taking advantage of the National Forest system. I hate to say that.

[@777cretbo]

Thanks again for your video ... as in Minnesota and unable to travel out West much due to employment. 5 years left to retire... so great Minnesota spots all over the State, boy would you guys love the North Shore, Ely Area. Weekend travels and enjoying our little lake Home which will be our future base during summers and travel winters in south / west ... and explore West in Spring and fall. So watching your vids prepares us. We practice with our nice little hard sided A-Frame... Thanks Again. Bob

[@gonagain]

The A-Frame looks like it's a handy little trailer. I watched Slim Potatohead a lot when he had his and enjoyed seeing his clever modifications to it. We may have to make it back to your area someday.

[@Christiane069]

There are dry creeks in the desert were you find flash flood, and that's a lot of water too.

[@gonagain]

We had the chance to see those washes come alive once in heavy rain and It's impressive to say the least.

[@Christiane069]

@@gonagain I did saw this effect once myself too, in the mountains north of Los Angeles. The speed is very impressive, and tells you never to camp in a wash. Period.

[@64MAGA24]

Such a beautiful area. Thanks for tips🚐🏕

[@catpurrson3651]

Horse apples, Pony grapes, elephant bowling balls, moose walnuts.

[@gonagain]

I'll have to educate myself on all the proper vernacular!

[@GypsyJvan]

good info, thanks...and thanks for sharing.. Gypsy J..

[@robertgilliland3273]

Love your videos! Always look forward to them. Oh, Linda, my wife she hello.

[@gonagain]

Thanks, Robert! And Linda says hi to you both!

[@SoonerGirlTravels]

Don’t ever make her mad with those axe skills! Knife skills as well! Love watching you enjoying life together. You may have to get you a couple of dirt bikes!!

[@miask]

We used to travel the back ways into Shenandoah Natl Park. There weren’t too many who knew those trails, we got on fire roads too. We got to know some of the rangers well, I always packed extra food to share. I miss it! I always enjoy you and Linda’s video’s!! Travel safe!

[@gonagain]

It's just nice to get out and explore. I do it to take my mind off of everything else.

[@miask]

@@gonagain we used to fly fish in some small high streams and just enjoy ourselves. On hot days we used to go to a swimming hole that one of the Presidents used to bring his kids to. It used to be a well-kept secret! Enjoy your R&R!

[@kennethwilson8633]

Another informative video that will help when I get free to travel out there. Looks beautiful can’t wait to put a telescope out at night. Have fun traveling and stay safe.

[@gonagain]

If you're into stargazing then you are in for some of the nicest spots to camp! That's because you'll be seeking out those beautiful remote areas without all the ambient light you get from the cities. Look for us out there and we'll have some coffee together!

[@darylhawkins4658]

A lot has changed, especially in the last 18 months. Even here in the Midwest, I used to be able to roll into Conservation areas any day of the week and find a spot. Now when I arrive there’s signs of destitution, poverty, homelessness and vandalism.

[@darylhawkins4658]

It’s my understanding that some states are doubling campground fees for non residents to help ensure sites are available for state residents. Times arre a changing.

[@gonagain]

Some states have made it so expensive for outsiders that we no longer camp in their state parks at all. Some are still ok though.

[@cetifoxproductions]

Again, I can't tell you how helpful your videos are. We just had the axle flipped on our 6x10, which added just a bit over 4 inches to our ground clearance. Besides the obvious reason to do that, I need more clearance to install an under-mount freshwater tank (looking at a 30 gallon). At the moment in the cabinet below the sink we have a 7 gallon fresh and 7 gallon gray tank. For any extended boondocking I wanted more capacity, so now I can devise the plan to install the under-mount tank. This will also help us move that water weight back to the axle instead of the front.

[@gonagain]

I've toyed with the idea of an under-trailer tank for a long time and the only reason I haven't done it is that we never have hookups to fill it again. It would be an easy install if I ever go that route.

[@craigjohnson2771]

A lot of the LT 10 ply tires are 2 or 3 ply side walls and will get cut easily that’s why I run B F Goodrich ko2 on my truck, on my 5ver I run a Falken 10 ply that with a really stiff side walls, no flats with either over the years.

[@gonagain]

I haven't seen the Falken yet and run Ko2s on my Yukon, which have been really nice.

[@terririggle6106]

Being a newbie with trailer ownership, I appreciated the comments about tires! I didn’t even realize that there were special tires for trailers! Thanks for yr excellent videos! Very interesting and informative!

[@gonagain]

Hello Terri, I learned the hard way, by blowing out a sidewall on a bumpy road because I had car tires on my trailer.

[@terririggle6106]

Yikes!!

[@jwal1037]

Love your videos. Real life, out where we love to be. This last year we haven't traveled, we have a spot where we parked the RV. Private, nice view. We only used the RV for storage and sitting under the awning. Been a very nice break, campfires and outdoor cooking, sitting, relaxing and watching the wildlife. 200 feet from our bed. 1/2 city, 1/2 county, 40' right of way to a never established road. Camping without traveling. Kinda like it....James

[@gonagain]

You lucked out having a private spot like that!

[@MrPBurkett]

Great video. When using a Ferrocerium rod, hold the knife by the flammable material and draw the rod towards you, you will get a longer draw, more sparks and you will not hollow a section out of the middle of the rod.

[@gonagain]

Great tip! Thanks Paul.

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Near me in so. Utah they bring their trailers in when the snow melts and dont move them untill it comes back in the fall. Forest Service has a 16 day limit but there doesnt seem to be any inforcement of it.

[@gonagain]

Enforcement seems to be lacking here too.

[@ralphp3057]

Thanks for the Ride along ! Thanks. Maybe those people leaving RV ‘s on campsite don’t care if someone steals it ! I read many people now are calling Dealers asking if they want to buy the RV back ! 🤷🏼‍♂️😁👍

[@leroytubbs269]

Great information. Beautiful site

[@w.a.stewart3191]

Beautiful area

[@johnr8476]

Campers left to be used on weekend, just park next to them and set up camp, if they come back before you leave, just say hello neighbor.

[@gonagain]

That came to mind.

[@denaredford6701]

They are Hogging the camp site 🐖Very nice drive to the spring . Why have they closed the roads ? Very beautiful countryside .

[@curtforeman9014]

Great video! Beautiful area!

[@stuartstuart866]

We have the Goodyear Endurance tires on our travel trailer. They look awfully scrawny compared to truck tires, but are apparently tougher than they look. They do have a good reputation to back them up

[@gonagain]

I'm leaning in that direction myself.

[@darellsunderlin4670]

Love you guys, your video's are always informative, educational, fun, and interesting 😊 that is a beautiful spot !

[@gonagain]

Hello there Darell! I hope you're doing well.

[@darellsunderlin4670]

@@gonagain doing good thanks for asking , hope you guys are as well.

[@ericsetting3732]

Always enjoy Y’alls videos! It’s like going camping with old friends! Keep them coming it helps us while we build our own Cargo camper.

[@gonagain]

Good luck with your build, Eric!

[@anrvtoo267]

New Mexico has a lot of dry creeks

[@gonagain]

Yes they do! Amazing to see them come alive in a good downpour too.

[@warsurplus]

What causes there to be a beautiful natural meadow like that? Why doesn't the forest naturally close the gap?

[@GeoSentinel]

Water, climate, soil type, time... you'll notice some of those smaller trees by the campsite... that's the woods slowly moving. Remember, many (most) of these areas have been logged and mined so you're not looking at old growth.

[@rfleming7883]

Thanks for all the info regarding dispersed camping. All very useful and I, for one, appreciate the great detail you provide!

[@peterpowell6168]

happy trails to y'all!!

[@gonagain]

Thank you, Peter! Happy trails to you too!

[@alanjackson4646]

The people saving there weekend spot is a little inconsiderate. We have a similar situation in mainland Europe where one particular nationality save their poolside sunbeds by placing towels on them before sunrise !! Great vlog. Thanks AJ

[@gonagain]

Thanks for watching, Alan.

[@markparr7224]

Those are the same jerks that fly up and cut in at the last second, on an offramp, cutting in line.

[@48thStater]

A breath of fresh air the locations you folks share with us! Being only a few months into vanning my way around the southwest, I find your information very helpful. Thank you folks!

[@gonagain]

I wish I was down there now too! Winter is fast approaching Montana.

[@48thStater]

I've been at or above 6,000ft most of the summer. Flagstaff, and the Rockies mainly. Maybe Montana next spring. It sure is beautiful country!

[@plantyperson1293]

Love, love your channel! Now if Linda would mind sharing the name of the hat she wore in this video, I’d really appreciate it! Every video I’ve seen her wearing it makes me try an internet search, but no luck so far. Thank you and keep those videos coming!

[@gonagain]

The brand name is TULA. She bought that hat from a farm and ranch kind of store but I see you can find them online. Its her favorite hat.

[@wrxs1781]

In Ontario we call it "silver birch", beautiful country for camping.

[@gonagain]

It was very birchlike, but has a harder bark than eastern birch.

[@frankb5686]

Another great video. Thanks

[@homemaker4117]

We really love your channel. You are about our age and we find you very pleasant company. Also, we appreciate all the info you share. God bless you both.

[@gonagain]

Thank you!

[@PilotMcbride]

Stone the bloody crows Rick!! You wanna be careful with those new wheels on the trailer, it gunna try and overtake you on the highway mate!!! 🤣🤣 👏👏👏 👋👋👋

[@DRGreen-ps7eh]

"Saving" free camp sites seems to be a problem everywhere. And I suppose if the trailer/tent isn't on site for more days than allowed?? Doesn't seem to be a priority to enforcement. That is a beautiful area that you are in. I need to get north more... seems I'm always in the SW arid areas. Maybe because we live near the gulf coast of Texas and appreciate the drier areas. You two be careful out there. Oh, love the colorful sticker, designer did a fantastic job.

[@gonagain]

We love the SW desert areas too. Glad you like the sticker, Linda says thank you.

[@ronvalderrama5765]

The wife throws a pretty mean axe, I see why now you're always a good boy lol.

[@gonagain]

Exactly!

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

May not be appropriate for your cargo trailer, but when we had a 5th wheel camper Sailun 637s worked very well for us.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for the suggestion, Glen. Haven't heard of this brand but will definitely look at them with your suggestion in mind.

[@terrell48]

It’s so nice you get to experience this beautiful area

[@gonagain]

Yeah, I guess we're blessed! Thanks for the reminder because we become kinda jaded after living here so long.

[@janestoll3011]

Aww I enjoyed this so much! I missed you guys so much. I know that at this time of year you're not as apt to travel and video your experience. Linda's axe skill is impressive! She is inspiring. You both are! It's a shame about people trying to 'save' camp sites. Not fair. Especially for people like you guys who do not stay at campgrounds much. As always, thank you for sharing with us. 💗💗

[@gonagain]

Thanks Jane! Right now, with winter approaching, I set my mind on going to Arizona sometime after Christmas. I hope it works out that way!

[@checkingoutgypsymike2075]

Enjoyed!!

[@untetherednomad6393]

Same thing in Pinedale WY on BT and on Ashley NF in Utah....locals stash their trailers in fav spot and then come up on Friday weekends. Lv them there all summer...recently the Ashley NF has posted signs prohibiting "residential camping"...but I saw no enforcement...yet. Positive aspect is that these campers do not use the pay FS and BLM camps so more room for me!

[@gonagain]

Hello Greg! I've seen that sign recently in Utah and figured it only applied to people trying to live out there full time (we've seen some huge piles of trash left behind from that!), but it may not help with this particular problem because they're not living there, just hogging the campsite. I hear that some places have made that illegal.

[@untetherednomad6393]

@@gonagain I think on the Ashley...residential camping means stashing your camper all summer on a dispersed spot...it is all locals from surrounding towns in my opinion. Bring up their OHVs on trailers on weekends...they all likely work m-f

[@soaringbob]

7 paces, or multiples thereof seems to work best for me. Now if Linda is going to enter competition throwing, for instance handle splitting events, she's going to need two hawks and some spare handles!

[@gonagain]

She just enjoys throwing hawks, never thought about competition throwing. She has competed in long distance rifle matches and done well.

[@ernestpaul2484]

Much respect to Linda and her hatchet skills. I won't even ask why she took up that "hobby". But I do feel I have gained some insight into why your relationship is how it is. Does the phrase "watch your back" come into play when she says she is going to gather firewood?

[@gonagain]

Absolutely! She learned to do that at blackpowder rendezvous.

[@markreynolds3850]

Nice video you guys , thanks for sharing this, have a good fall and winter season. How is the transmission holding up.? Maybe time to do winter maintenance before it’s snows and gets cold. Be safe and take care.

[@gonagain]

Hello Mark, yes it's doing fine! We're still able to get out here in Montana and enjoy the outdoors, but the weather is closing in on us fast.

[@CLacy]

You two are so adorable!

[@gonagain]

Glad someone thinks so!

[@CLacy]

@@gonagain never stop no matter negative comments....haters gonna hate....it will never change the real the truth and the beautiful! God bless!

[@amyslaughter8788]

I understand why people take advantage of the number of days rule but it is sad because then others can’t use it during the week, etc. I chuckled at Linda zeroing in on that stump. You better behave!

[@gonagain]

Hello Amy, that's exactly what they are doing, is taking advantage of the system. I guess that's been outlawed in some areas.

[@amyslaughter8788]

Also, I have others hooked on your videos now. Thanks for the product reviews, sharing your travels, and the great ideas!