What do I Bring on My National Park Trips? | Airplane Traveling

[@tino6265]

I love the bloopers.. shows these videos take time and effort.. and I appreciate them!

[@jymnmeier3527]

Randy, you are so amazing and generous with your knowledge and experience! Thank you for sharing this. We have been visiting the National Parks that are within a reasonable car ride / road trip but I have often wondered about how to pack and bring camping gear along. this is perfect! For our bigGrand Teton, Yellowstone and Norhj Cascades trip last summer I invested in some camera gear and used your list as a guide. I have been having so much fun learning how to use them all. Especially the 360 camera. So much potential with that little guy! Thanks again for sharing and as always much love

[@AmericasParks]

So encourage to read that, Jymn! It's nice to add to the gear over time. I've found mine lasts a long time if you take care of it. Glad you are enjoying the 360 cam!

[@jameshouse1268]

Thanks so much Randy!! I always tend to overpack, so seeing your essentials so efficiently organized and packed is very helpful. Overpacking causes precious time to be wasted…during packing at home and while on the trip searching for the “whatever”. Great video! I’ve said it before, but your channel is a wealth of information that I consistently use for reference. Take care always!

[@AmericasParks]

Wonderful to her, James! Always tough to find the perfect balance b/t too much and too little!

[@BillSprague]

Bloopers, priceless! Come on, you’re a preacher, you can do this! 😂 I’d be soooooo tongue tied!

[@AmericasParks]

Enjoyed the comment, Bill! Very funny! All the best to you!

[@adventuringoutdoorswitheric]

Yeah, you got packing your gear and everything down to a science it looks like! It's crazy seeing your bloopers at the end of the video. You always speak so flawlessly on video. I guess you're human like everybody else, and you mess up from time to time, LOL.

[@AmericasParks]

Oh yeah... Even professional "preachers" get tongue-tied and lose their train of thought! Me... quite often! lol!

[@NickandRachel]

Thanks for the list! Hope everyone watching your channel really appreciates all the stuff you haul around to make these videos!

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Nick! A little more challenging for us that are not full-time Rv'ers!

[@NickandRachel]

@@AmericasParks no problem! Yeah that's true!

[@jimgreen5788]

Great video, Randy, and I have to agree with Jymn Meier below--funny bloopers at the end. I've never checked them. How many good laughs have I missed over the years?

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Jim! Don't always add them, but fun to keep it light!

[@HELLARARE4ever]

Randy your the man

[@AmericasParks]

Appreciate the kind encouragement! God's been good!

[@HELLARARE4ever]

Thank you for responding back as this really made my day. Me and my wife are huge fans of your channel and love seeing your travels as they are very inspirational to us. Your attitude and 💪 strong character is monumental and I love that about you as that makes you the MAN. Please keep doing more of your videos as your one of my favorite channels to keep checking up on. GOD BLESS you and your beautiful family

[@AmericasParks]

@@HELLARARE4ever That's the goal, my friend! So thankful you and your wife see whom I desire to be through His strength and for His glory. Blessed again by your heartfelt words! The Lord's best to you and your family!

[@MarkH163]

Very informative and helpful, Randy! Those Yak Tracks are definitely awesome when you need them when it gets icy out! Thanks for sharing.

[@AmericasParks]

Appreciate that, Mark! Just put the YakTracks to use this past week in Yosemite. So helpful!

[@MarkH163]

@@AmericasParks Also, really like the addition of the Insta 360 camera, those cool shots really add to your productions!

[@juliesmith444]

You definitely hit the essentials- you are the most efficient packer !

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Julie! :)

[@normiewoo787]

Thanks for the information, Randy. I hope you can get to 50K subs soon. You deserve it.

[@AmericasParks]

Thank you very much!

[@CensinkEu]

Just returned to the Netherlands from an amazing vacation in AZ, UT and NV. We did national parks Saguaro, Petrified Forest, Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce, Zion (Angels Landing!!) and Valley of Fire. Loads of fantastic trail hikes and will definitely be back in a couple years!

[@AmericasParks]

What an epic trip!!! Glad to hear you had a nice time!

[@cimarronMC]

Oh man Gregory backpack is the best. I used to always hike with a sack pack, and when I started using a better backpack it made such a huge difference

[@AmericasParks]

Right on! Enjoy it more than my old Camelbak.

[@OurNationalAdventure]

Great video for packing! Lol 4 person means 2 person - truth!! Great 🎒backpack! You truly need a round of applause for all the gear that travels with you! Wow.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks! Hope your wonderful family is doing well!

[@R72vegas]

Ty for sharing Bro. Randy 👍

[@AmericasParks]

Hey brother Randy, hope all is well!

[@lesliesmith7835]

Thank you Randy, your videos are always so informative and greatly appreciated. Maybe when you have time, you could do a video about some of the healthy and easy to carry food and cooking utensils you carry for a two night trek. God Bless you Always... Robin :-)

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Robin! I did do a funny version of that great suggestion about 5 years ago. It can use an update! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmOqc5ysrc-pmpo

[@lesliesmith7835]

@@AmericasParks Thank you Randy and Kayla, shopping for food with you two would be so much fun. I also, bring most of my food with me so I don't have to eat in restaurants... God Bless the Smith Family... Robin :-)

[@reneeh2050]

Thanks for sharing your packing list. Interesting to see what you bring. As always thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@AmericasParks]

Glad you enjoyed the video, Renee!

[@kaylasmith1515]

My favorite part is that you pack all this for me!!

[@AmericasParks]

Always a pleasure! :)

[@Mikey-Likes-It_101]

Randy, Hey! Very excellent tutorial on your gear. I have been busy for awhile, going to try to catch up with all your videos from the past two months! I have been thinking of you recently as I have been reading books on Cape Cod - reminiscing about my two visits there in the 1990s. Regarding backpacking . . . if you are doing overnight hiking in the backcountry, you may want to investigate the Sawyer Squeeze water filter - small and high quality. There are accessories you need with it, including a collection bag for shallow water or an empty "Smart Water" brand water bottle. One key think - you can NOT let it freeze (so sleep and hike with it next to your body). THANK YOU FOR THE TOUR OF YOUR GEAR, . . . Mike

[@AmericasParks]

Appreciate the suggestion!

[@DestinationEarth]

Akanes sitting with me watching this, looking at your pack and looks at me and says “it’s exactly the same as you!” Sounds like we both have a pretty similar packing list, lol. Great list, I’m sure this will help a lot of people!

[@AmericasParks]

Always knew you had a great mind, Josh! :)

[@meumentorgringo8342]

Great video.

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated!

[@janefromthecountry1820]

This video is so informative. Randy, thank you for sharing. Well done. What size carry on bag?

[@AmericasParks]

Really appreciate that! The carry on bag is just a traditional suitcase that fits in the overhead compartment.

[@coastskyadventures2752]

Also add to the list, I highly recommend to get a TSA precheck if bringing this stuff on a plane. It's much easier to go through airline security.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks... great advice!

[@ElementaryExplorers]

Great suggestions. 😊 We love following your journey. We just missed you guys in Florida!

[@AmericasParks]

I would have really enjoyed seeing your wonderful family! I did watch your Kelly Park video in preparations!

[@ATJHTRAVELS]

Great tips sledgehammered that like button stay safe awesome and blessed enjoyed and shared

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated, buddy!

[@benmilesg]

Really helpful. We have visited so many parks but want to do more hiking

[@AmericasParks]

Great to hear, Benjamin!

[@gadamwoll]

I been to 28 out of 63 National Parks in last 14 months and 180 Park units.

[@AmericasParks]

Really impressive, Adam!

[@markakira8988]

You forgot to mention America's Parks hoodies and shirts.

[@AmericasParks]

I knew there was something I missed! :)

[@BillyDailey]

Great Video Randy, for towels we use Rain Leaf, super absorbent and pack up small. Question, have you had any issues with your 360 camera lenses scratching? Any protectors while filming? My son loves your bloopers at the end and the camp fire videos.

[@AmericasParks]

Loved the comment, Billy! As for the 360... protector on when not in use, but exposed lens while filming. Try to be really careful.

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello America's Park's😊😊😊, I really need one of those gopro camaras for traveling. Great info Randy, but you missed something...a visit to Rainbow Bridge, National Monument😊😊😊😊😊!

[@AmericasParks]

Going to surprise you with a trip to RBNM one of these days, Al! :)

[@mikepostell8720]

Good video. I was wondering how you did those 360 videos so high up in the air. Thanks for the good insight.

[@AmericasParks]

Happy to hear you enjoyed the video, Mike!

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

Nice man, I’m very similar just more truck vs airplane oriented.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks, Karl! Have seen your set-up - very efficient and organized!

[@jesshughes776]

MY 5 FAVORITE PARKS CURRENTLY ARE SIGNAL MOUNTAIN RAINBOW LAKE TRAIL. I GREW UP THERE. JOSHUA TREE, GRAND CANYON, ARCHES AND GLACIER. BUT OF THESE THE ONLY ONE I'VE HIKED IS RAINBOW LAKE. MY NUMBER 2 TRAIL ON MY WISH LIST IS HIDDEN VALLEY TRAIL IN ARCHES. IF I EVER GET A PLACE WITH A BIG YARD, I WOULD LANDSCAPE IT IN SLIMIER FASHION.

[@AmericasParks]

Good taste!

[@jesshughes776]

@@AmericasParks MY MISTAKE. HIDDEN VALLEY TRAIL IS IN JOSHUA TREE. I SAID ARCHES FOR SOME REASON. INCREDIBLE HIKE.

[@birdman5223]

Good info MrRandy👍🏻

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated, Mark! Enjoy your Sunday!

[@NationalParkWild]

For me while I do bring many items with me to a park, nothing is more important than my camera. I always want to have it with me.

[@AmericasParks]

Right on, Eric!

[@joyceholland662]

Hi, Randy, Just watched two of your Glacier National park trips and this one on what gear you pack. All were very helpful. Jim and I are ‘gearing up’ and planning our driving trip from Georgia to Montana and wondered what time of year were you in Montana in 2014 with all of your family? It looked a bit chilly with family members in jackets. I noticed in 2018 trip with two of your daughters it was August. I know every year is different with weather conditions but generally calculating when would you say is better time of year to see the most in Glacier with least amount of crowds? Thanks, Joyce

[@AmericasParks]

Hi Joyce, Glacier is really a tricky park - weatherwise. In 2014, we were there after the kids finished school. I'd say very early July. Unfortunately a cold front was moving through bringing unseasonable temps and rain (for a week). Since we were camping and the whole family was together, we stayed one night and left.

[@joyceholland662]

@@AmericasParks Thank you, Randy! I guess we will go in June and adapt to the weather then too. We will also be camping!

[@eprohoda]

Like it~ great ~see you later~ ;))

[@AmericasParks]

Much appreciated!

[@KarlDeckerPresents]

If you ever want another guided adventure in co let me know. Guaranteed Epic, I promise it will be perfect for you…a buff for your head and all jackets with hoods.

[@AmericasParks]

Appreciate that, buddy! Might take you up on that one!

[@bradbalsters6257]

This is not a nitpick honest! You described your tent as Tetragon 4 but the bag is labeled Kohana 4. I noticed because I recently purchased the Kohana 4. Some reviewers of this tent reported some leakage issues. How has your experience with it been?

[@AmericasParks]

Hey Brad, no problem! Yeah, cranked that video out late one night before I needed to fly out early in the am. Caught that after filming. Technically it's a Kohana 4 in a Tetragon shape. We've experienced some rain with this tent.Thankfully, no issues so far.

[@paul1der]

God is soo good to us by creating these amazing places for us to explore and He did it by bringing the great flood and breaking up a single continent into 7. He brought order out of chaos. HalleluYah!

[@AmericasParks]

So true! Praise the Lord for your "eyes to see." Have a blessed Lord's Day!

[@adventureineverydirection3210]

I hike with a GoPro and my phone and just recently got an insta360 per your advice! I’m about to go on my first trip in 3 months with the 360 and I’m dreading having to carry the GoPro and the 360 and the iPhone al at once and kinda worried about how to have them all easily accessible. I used to just hang the GoPro around my neck from a lanyard but it just wobbled around as I walked. Do you have a solution for carrying the GoPro and 360 together while on the trails? Maybe attaching them to the backpack strap? Or do you just have them in your backpack not so easily accessible. I appreciate your help you’ve been great!

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks and great set-up! I actually only use the GoPro when I'm in the car or in the water so it often does not go on the hikes. I attach my phone to my joby tripod and clamp it to my front backpack with a carabiner for easy access. The 360 cam I put in a case and attach that to my belt. If I bring my big camera it's a peak design mount on the front shoulder strap. Hope that helps!

[@jesshughes776]

I HAVE A CHALLENGE FOR YOU. EVEREST. I LOVE MOUNTAINEERING. IF WENDY AND I EVER HAVE A DAUGHTER, WE WILL NAME HER ANNAPURNA, AFTER THE MOST DANGEROUS 26,000+ FT MOUNTAIN. I'VE NEVER SUMMIT A HIMALAYAN BEAST, BUT I DID SUMMIT EAST RIDGE, A FULL 350 FT ABOVE SEA LEVEL. WELL, AT LEAST I'M THE ONLY ONE TO EVER DO IT.

[@AmericasParks]

Would love it, but a little out of my league at this point!

[@jesshughes776]

@@AmericasParks I'VE SEEN A MAN OLDER THAN YOU CLIMB ANNAPURNA, THE DEADLIEST MOUNTAIN.

[@melanienguyen7041]

can you let me know the carry on luggage info ? thanks

[@AmericasParks]

One bag permitted in the overhead compartment and the other (red backpack) under the seat on the plane. As for the contents... just your daily clothes to get through the trip - I use nothing fancy.

[@melanienguyen7041]

@@AmericasParks Thanks for your response. Sorry I meant like the brand name and where did you buy it from? Thanks again.

[@AmericasParks]

@@melanienguyen7041 I believe my bags are Samsonite - picked them up a few years ago at Costco.

[@brdtrd8309]

Yes.

[@AmericasParks]

Thanks for watching!

[@brdtrd8309]

@@AmericasParks Thanks for being awesome!

[@godcountrybiblicalexpositi7235]

You forgot your tooth brush!

[@AmericasParks]

Haha! Thought that was a given in the "toiletry bag!" :)