US Border Patrol Checkpoint En Route To Fort Stockton, Texas

[@bitsy56]

Thank you Eric for showing respect for the Border Patrol. Two members of my family have retired from the U S Border Patrol, starting out in Texas.🎈 Safe travels. From a friend in Montgomery/Conroe TX.

[@NelloCambelli]

Near April Sound and Walden on Lake Conroe? Was on the north shore when the lake was first filled.

[@Road_Runner2540]

My dad went to high school with John Madden… thank you for sharing this! John Madden would only travel by bus when he went from city to city as a football announcer. And in years past, when John would have been traveling, there probably weren’t many places to stop and eat on those long stretches of I-10.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Cool! And good point.

[@UncaDave]

@@nomadicfanatic He hated to fly and just didn’t want to do it. He probably made a lot of friends traveling his way though.

[@thedeanandlizzieproject8891]

Thanks for being respectful to the workers.

[@mattharvey8712]

Hey one extra note.......the cactus berry........hard to process......tongs .......fire ......cut and pill .....juice extractor....cheese cloth .......start for Margarita......that is the best I have had.........well u know everyone is the best one.........cheers

[@mtbettycrocker]

I went through a border check in Yuma, AZ. I had gone through many many many times prior and they always asked state of residency. Well this one time they asked COUNTRY and I answered Arizona! I immediately started stammering wait you said country, I know Arizona isn’t a country, blah blah blah. The officer laughed and said I was free to go!

[@skeeter1]

We, as Canadians went through the one at Yuma, and when we said we were from Canada, were asked if we knew what poutine was..... After we answered the guard laughed and said you are free to go......

[@leticiagerardo9747]

That’s funny. I can relate. I grew up in El Paso. Always knew what to say coming back into the states from Juarez, Mexico back in the day when it was safe to visit. However, coming back into the states from Canada I drew a blank! HAha I became confused somehow. Glad I’m not the only one.

[@johnbent5422]

If you need a place to stop. Come by our place in Burnet Texas.

[@maggieesquivel4533]

Hi Eric! Great travels! The "flowers" on the cactus are fruit, called prickly pears or "tuna" in spanish. When they get ripe, some stay green and some turn red. You carefullly peel them (there is a method) and they are delicious with lemon juice and salt or just by themselves. You can also make a refreshing drink from them! Thank you for your videos! Hi kitties!

[@oktophx]

And whatever you do you don't want to be touching the pears bare handed. You get those hairs in your hand you're not getting them out and they're quite painful. You can also eat prickly pear pads. There's a method for that as well.

[@shibalover54]

Prickly pear jellies and jams too. I don't know that method, lol. 😆 🤣 😂 😹

[@jerrywestin3447]

@@oktophx their pears like. Cut them up and boil them in water. Foster mother was from Texas and my foster dad was from a place called Jaurez Chihuahua. Never. Well, I've seen her relatives prepare it. But I vaguely remember my childhood, so I couldn't even tell you what it tastes like.

[@DeborahDeBoer]

Eric you touched the cactus and I cringed. Ow! Duct tape pulled on and off works to pull the thin needle things out.

[@jd_portland]

Great video bud

[@jimebert3778]

Eric that was Anthony Munoz picture you pointed to on the wall of Chueys Mexican restaurant He played for the Cincinnati Bengals

[@mhughes4444]

Correct! I figured someone beat me to it. No idea why Munoz would be posted unless he just happened to visit like Madden.

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

Opey was so cute watching the dog running on TV

[@brianpeters2695]

My brother set off a radiation alarm near El Paso. He had a stress test with radiation and it was enough to cause an alarm. He was pulled over, questioned, and sent on his way. Those gadgets are extremely sensitive.

[@Step-n-Wolf]

I hate those in country "border" stops. The border is wide open yet citizens are stopped miles from the border. Stop the illegals and drugz at the border and quit stopping legal citizens within the country.

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

It's extra precaution to prevent drugs and illegals trying to come through that they may have missed at the border

[@Step-n-Wolf]

@@InfamousCrimeLocations using that justification, why not put them every 10 miles on every highway? You still seemed to have missed the point that if the border is wide open, it is a moot point.

[@ExploringOutsideThe303]

It was great to meet you the other night. Keep up the great video's. Enjoy the holidays with your family.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks bud! Safe travels.

[@maryellencook9528]

It's 80 mph as far east as Junction, then 75 mph through Kerrville and 65 mph through Boerne to SA. Those "flowers" are napolitos, and are edible. They are great with scrambled eggs. I-10 winds are a thing.

[@annettevanwinkle6433]

I'm a 62 yo disabled women in WA state and would absolutely love this lifestyle. Would be nice to find someone I could tag along on adventures, as I don't feel comfortable doing it solo.

[@shibalover54]

I'm 68 and tried it in my truck. I love alone, but on hikes and stuff, nice to have a friend along, I agree. Share a meal or a terrific view. Also safer imo for ladies.

[@kencramer1697]

I was in Fort Stockton earlier this year. Had our family golf tournament in Midland then the wife and I took the Jeep down to Big Bend. It is beautiful. Winter is a good time to check out Big Bend as it is not quite so hot.

[@KU9L]

I am glad you are out of IL Eric, we are on I-57 at Rend Lake Cor. of Eng campground and we are supposed to get up to an inch of snow tonight. We paused her to avoid the Tropical Storm coming up out of FL but had a big cold front coming from the back end. Tomorrow we visit our favorite Harvest Host in Manchester, TN we will have visited 3 times now on the way down. Love those fruit wines to bring with us down to FL. Next trip back through in April I will try the brewery closer to Nashville. Cheers, Dave

[@3dognite]

Greetings from South Carolina. Thanks for taking us along Eric. I’ve been hearing a lot about harvest hope. I’m not a subscriber, but I’m thinking I just might try it. I like the site you had. It looked like you had peace and quiet. That’s how I love to camp, with peace and quiet. I like the backpack that you have for the cats or should I say Opie’s backpack? He’s so darn cute, so is Tara. It was nice that a Patreon member spotted you. It was cool he brought you some Bud Light. Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing your day.

[@susanlyn2]

Another great video. I love seeing all of the places you go. You are so much fun and so funny. You always make me smile. I don't know how you stay motivated. If I lived in an RV I'd probably only move every 14 days and just sit in my camp. I love your cats and I'm so sorry about Jax.

[@billh.3522]

All I can say is “Not a burger in a Mexican Restaurant, especially Chuy’s.”

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

Eric is a kitty smuggler. Good talk Eric. Always fun to live vicariously through you. Rather like how you deal with the haters.

[@susanpuls6950]

John Madden was my uncle. Thank you for showing the restaurant. The picture you pointed to as him as a player was not him though. He did like stopping his bus at small local places.

[@beelust4312]

Glad to have you spend Thanksgiving in Houston this year. Drive safe and enjoy your family gathering.

[@ea8454]

You pointed at Anthony Munõz (Bengals) and said it was Madden. No biggie, I just wanted to say it because I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Munõz. Keep up the travels!

[@sjr7822]

I love seeing Opie out doing his thing. You put a lot of effort into your videos, Nice to have friends, I'm so old I remember the days I would never see a smile on your face-in your videos. Tells me that you and Bob had a good time.

[@lindagolden9892]

Hey Eric - A simple heavy duty bungee cord will secure your screen door through the slider with other end attached to your inside stairwell handle. I’ve had to resort to such since my handle broke and I don’t want my little dog pushing open the screen door. 🐶

[@JanesDough855]

Its truly terrific that you run into followers. I love seeing this - glad you met up with one and had some fun. The real Star is Opie! What a cute little bugger! Who couldn't love him! Be Blessed and thanks for the upload!

[@tranquilswana-z3782]

Love how you wear hats T,s and glasses to match Eric.

[@athiker7209]

We missed some of those sites in Fort Stockton. We spent a peaceful night in Walmart. It was perfect timing, as we restocked the frig and picked up a new sewer hose. From there we went North and found a spot to camp, just North of Carlsbad.

[@shawnmeyer2788]

Welcome to the great state of Texas!👍

[@perks6292]

That's a good description of cats, weird little heat signatures

[@jjoy7]

As usual, another great video. I always have a chuckle or two. Keep doing you, and thanks for sharing.

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks for watching!

[@californiasun162]

💕👍🙏 slurring words is OK when you’re parked for the night from Huntington Beach California we love you Eric.

[@Just_a_Proud_Dad]

I have eaten at that exact same chueys several years ago on one of our Rv trips. I am from the Houston area, so we have been up and down I10 from Florida to California.

[@edbenson98]

Keep those videos coming! it looks like you're having a great time even if it's windy in West Texas!

[@kathrynb4683]

I don't mind those "checkpoints". Maybe we should have always had them. They ARE just protecting us. I get the whole other side to the issue, but you have to choose your battles. Love my Harvest Hosts!

[@brandonjames1183]

The best time to go through San Antonio and Houston is early early morning. Traffic is a little crazy

[@pepawspostings9231]

Great video Eric. You have a great attitude towards the road check points and for people doing security period. If you are not doing anything wrong then you have nothing to worry about. FYI, John Madden went to college at Grays Harbor and I happened to have a year book with him in it. Good to see you are enjoying your life!

[@Hondadctrider]

And when the government decide that they want to put cameras in your house to check if you are breaking the law? If you aren't doing anything wrong then you have nothing to worry about, yes?

[@maebellaakamaegirl190]

ERIC TARA AND OPIE I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS EXPERIENCE WITH ME ABOUT BORDER CONTROL. ALSO THE RESTAURANT YOU ATE IN. SAFE TRAVELS HAVE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING WITH YOUR FAMILY. 💯👍❤️

[@nolemons]

My dad always told me “there is a time and a place to be a jerk and this is not it”. Use the words Sir and Thankyou a lot and get on with your life.

[@kapekodbob]

Great advice , however he is on I10 , a freeway ! If they want to stop illegals let them stop them at the border ! You have the RIGHT to be free from search and seizure and you do not have to be ID'd unless suspected of a crime in most states

[@MissyJF]

Hey, Eric! You should check out Rockport while you’re in the Houston area. It’s about 3 hours south (and a little west) from Houston. It’s awesome here! Rockport is in a bay off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, so it has a nice little beach with houses on the waterfront (also dolphins! Ands shark here and there…lol). The town has lots of restaurants, shops, and festivals. This is my second winter season here (fulltime RVer) and I couldn’t wait to get back here! You should check it out, you may find yourself wanting to be a Winter Texan if you do! 🤠 Now, I need to get back to your video, as I stopped so I wouldn’t forget to leave a comment! Safe travels! 😊

[@SuperHddeuce]

And you can meet boondocking with Dennis

[@terryflint7557]

Sea World and 6 Flags are in San Antonio if you like that stuff. Not Disney but still fun. Those cacti are called Prickly pear. 😊 John Madden passed away on 12/28/21.

[@leticiagerardo9747]

I go thru that border checkpoint every time I’m headed back to Austin from EP. I liked his attitude about it.

[@ChasingTravelAdventure]

My mom just moved to the southern tip of TX this year! That wind is crazy!!!! I helped her move from S.Illinois to S.TX 🤓 we had a blown tire right after a checkpoint! 😮 a boarder patrol showed up within 15 min and the young guy helped us change my moms van tire! Also being dusk 😬

[@ES-mc3cc]

As the Earth's magnetic field continues to weaken during the present pole shift, people will act crazier and crazier.

[@thejeffneville]

Love your take on the checkpoint - amen brother!

[@Corgis175]

Loved Opie using the post as a scratching post.

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hey Eric Great Video enjoyed it have fun in Texas one thing I will tell you is to hit up a Taco Cabana for all your Mexican food wants and need

[@davevid45]

Young Madden picture is not John Madden. Looks more like Anthony Munoz ( Cincinnati Bengals ). Just sayin'.

[@jimebert3778]

it's 100 % Munoz

[@pass4pets434]

You are so right Eric about border patrols.

[@ralphholland9104]

Really a hamburger at a Mexican restaurant you gotta get your hamburger at Burger King lol

[@drewsnetwork3204]

Do you still travel with your Byrna for self-defense?

[@byronbrasher8118]

Oh my goodness, your mom and your aunt are so fun. I'd love to have you take BOTH of them on more trips. They made us smile!

[@Markpatrickrich]

I saw someone make a guesthouse out of an old caboose on their property might be something to think about glad you’re back on the road safe travels sending you positive energy

[@pamhutzell8268]

Not from me, just love for kittys. Take care and safe travels.

[@paulstevensonworldtravelle2863]

Hi Eric nice to see u have a had a great time always is good to support the border force harvest host very small but secure look forward to next adventure

[@kameshe420]

I talked to a girl in Brazil yesterday and she was asking about the US. I referred her to watch Eric on you tube to get more ideas of places to go visit in the US.

[@friedaschnell3729]

Opie was keeping your seat warm. 😊

[@weswalker1208]

You would love Bandera Texas. I presume it's still there gigantic antique stores and Honky Tonks.

[@sherrielong6795]

I love roadrunners, they are fantastic animals.

[@EmDeePhotography]

Been on that route many times from Phoenix to Austin.

[@CoolestLife]

It is nice to see you are open to things going up your rear end. LOL

[@leann4925]

Eric if your in the Houston/Spring area I'd love to take you to lunch. So awesome of your Mom and Sister to move to Texas. Love our US Border Patrol. Stay safe and thanks.

[@steves3688]

Exactly Eric! Live YOUR life!

[@VETUSAF1]

Your right always obey the laws, smile say thank you and you will always stay out of trouble.

[@mkvampire88]

I 💖 loved your video (always). Cute Opie, he's a great buddy! Enjoy your Thanksgiving with your family. 💖🥰💖 love you and the kitties. 🤗🧡

[@shawnmeyer2788]

I’m with you on the inspection station thing. I used to drive thru that same one you went through all the time. Mostly they just wave you on through. Great videos!👍

[@WeSRT4]

Eric don't forget to check that air filter often being out west.

[@AcmeRacing]

I joined HH this year, and we used it twice over the summer. The dairy farm we visited in the Berkshires was WAY better than Wallydocking. We'll still Crackerdock and Casinodock sometimes, though.

[@Oldmarine1952]

Yes I am old. But I remember when the interstate was being built through Texas and we would have gravel work areas, 4 lane yeah, gravel work area and where is the next Stuckeys??

[@m.d.grimes1622]

That is an awesome mic, no wind noise at all! Good video, 😁😁😎😎👍👍

[@FOLLOWJESUS-fg8hs]

Hey Eric an Kitties!!!! It is Rainy an Tornado watches here from nc. Lots love an hugs. So happy you get to spend time with family. Yeppie I know the kitties will love that. Maybe Tara will gets some female love an losing her up a little for you. Lol safe travels my friend. Hugs from NC

[@joe7004]

😎👀🤫💭🍺 Barley pops and new friends what a great time, and I agree with you it doesn’t have to be such a big deal to go through a border patrol check station👌👍👋✌️

[@randomaccesswebtv8770]

Keep on just living your life, bud. Ain't nothing wrong with it. 👍😉

[@scottklein7684]

Fuck the Haters. Your a Good example of a respectful traveler. Safe journey

[@kameshe420]

I was born and raised in Houston. Not living there right now but most of my relatives are living there.

[@Wes1487]

Pinal AZ resident I agree and appreciate the border patrol.... busch light shirt and hat rules! I am having some as I watch...🍺

[@JarheadAndGingersJourney]

We enjoyed this one. Fort Stockton hasn't changed much in the last 20 years. We are in the Houston area until January. We'd love to meet you. 👍🏻

[@rubywingo6030]

Yum! Tunas! Live in Missouri now, sure miss those!

[@sherrielong6795]

I love 💞 / Love's truck stops, they are fantastic.

[@rosrychaplet]

top off! TOP OFF! always top off. Had to teach my sister that when she drove my new car to Vegas.

[@justme9151]

Texas has an awesome Renaissance festival north of Houston. Every weekend until the end of November. Gonna be home from Kansas for Thanksgiving week. Plan to sneak over there if possible. Find Tartanic if you go 👍👍👍

[@todhunt182]

Historically, you and cactus 🌵 have not paired well!!! Be safe! Happy Thanksgiving dude!

[@zanewilliams8156]

Just remember they're just jealous of your popularity and I love you shows keep it up

[@susanstrickland6774]

Very cool to meet a sub friend and hang out. No matter where you go, I can count on you finding something to share, pretty neat quirky art. Yep, glad for border patrol. Sry about the door. 🙂👍

[@mowguy1]

We stayed at several harvest host when we did a cross county trip. Really enjoyed them.

[@williamhang10]

Whenever I’m near FT Stockton I always fuel the RV up. Not tons of gas out that way, but better than 12 years ago.

[@dkjimi]

Dude you should hit up the Ren faire outside of Houston. It is amazing

[@briannoell3448]

Madden had a real fear of flying so he traveled by train or motor coach when he was coaching and as a broadcaster. My guess is that this being right off I-10 and between San Diego and Dallas is was a good stop to eat at.

[@livinincalifornia]

Your videos always give me a chuckle, great stuff.

[@blippacg]

West Texas goes on forever but at 80 mph you chew up miles. Took a road trip with my daughter this August from Austin out to So Cal via the Grand Canyon. At 80 mph you put hundreds of miles behind you in no time.

[@donnac.1609]

Arizona Desert has sneaky, gusty winds! Many an awning has met its end!!

[@mobileliving2764]

Bob is a really cool friend we get to see him again this Sunday

[@funzeevanzee]

Fun to watch Opie watching the dog on tv.

[@binx4things]

live your life! ^_^ exactly.

[@jackie6582]

Opie would love the snow ❄️❄️❄️

[@journeyintothenomadness]

Keep doing what you're doing, Eric! I love your adventures! My husband and I recently purchased our rv so we can adventure too. Thanks to you and a few others for leading the way!

[@nomadicfanatic]

That is awesome!

[@patriciacoxson3180]

Hello there Eric Tara and Opie Wow . Its nice to see you Traveling see all different places you go. . You always bring us the Best places you go. . Thanks for taking us along with you everywhere you go Eric we appreciate it give Tara and Opie a hug Stay safe out there on the roads 😊 Take care God bless Your friends Gerry and Pat from Amarillo Texas 😺😺

[@rubywingo6030]

John Madden didn’t fly. He always had that tour bus, so I imagine there are a lot of places with his picture!😅

[@vickiesilas7971]

How do you keep your tree from falling over Eric? All of Texas is a flood zone. And windy.

[@wendybeach1036]

That was a good video. Lot's of interesting things at that place :)

[@terriflores1826]

Eric the wind always blows in parts of Texas. Have you seen the trees that grow side ways almost blown over to the ground. That's how much and how hard the wind blows. Safe travels as you go on your life's journey.