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The KZbin algorithm hates our channel. In this week's episode, we have an honest discussion about the roadblocks that we believe KZbin has with our channel. We do our best to dive into the mystery of the algorithm and how it’s affecting our channel. We need your help in where we go from here. We hope you will take the time to take this trip with us and most importantly offer us feedback in the KZbin comment section.
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[@Andrea-Rae]

Hey guys. Sorry to hear you are struggling. Here’s my input. I found you in 2021 when we got our first camper. We only camp 6-8 times per year. I watch about a dozen videos on different channels each time we head to a new destination - but I only follow one RV channel and watch vids that aren’t about my destination- that’s yours. We LOVE your boondocking vids. They are the best ones. You guys are smart and discuss the things that matter. Road quality, clearance, where to turn around, how many sites are empty in a given day, near by necessities, etc. And we love how you will drive through an area and point out a bunch of sites with their benefits and drawbacks. We feel like we can go in knowing the odds of getting a spot that works for us without getting stuck. I also like when you show a nearby town (like the Silverton video) or activity (hike in Buena Vista) near a boondock site. You’ve kindly responded to all of my comments both public and private and given us advice that really helped. So somewhere along the line I got invested and starting watching videos that didn’t really apply to our camping trips. Im amazed at how you care for your cats on the road. I cheered when you finished that insane hike. I cried when Nikko died. I secretly hoped we might run into you guys when it seemed we might be in the same town. I still don’t watch product videos unless I happen to be shopping for that item which is rare. You mentioned that you stay in one place for so long it’s hard to generate frequent boondocking videos. Could you possibly go out and scout other nearby boondock sites even if you don’t actually stay there? A lot of us head to one of your recommended spots and may find it full. It would be nice to see other nearby possibilities and I’d watch a separate video for each one. You guys have a real knack for those and could provide a lot of useful info even if you don’t stay there. Just the video driving thru in the truck and /talking about access and amenities, how many spots and who fits would be great. I watch all your boondock videos now even if it’s not somewhere I’m likely to go because I learn things that are helpful about boondocking in general and choosing good sites. Wishing you the best and hoping that you keep boondocking as at least a part of your future channel. Proud to be a member of your squad!

[@thewanderingshores]

Andrea, we can probably never express how much your post touched us. We were actually sitting here on the couch when we read it and were kinda in shock (not to mentioned started to tear up when you mentioned Nikko too). I think sometimes YT and social media in general can really start to distort the way you see things and where we place value. Your message was a heartfelt and moving reminder of why we started this channel in the first place. We love this life, we love sharing our adventures, camping sites as well as the lows and highs. We have always aimed to not be one of those channels that dramatize our story and or try to create a storyline that this life style is anything else that just life with a moving home. Your message was without a doubt the most touching and eye opening one we have ever gotten and we want to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We are pround to have you as a member of #thewandersquad and can't wait to share an update video in the next week or two as a follow up to this one. Thank you again and we appreciate you following along as we set out on year #4 next week. Wander On- Kyle and Michelle

[@LivingOurDreamNow]

We will follow your travels whatever path you take. Enjoy your journey. Lou

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Lou, we really appreciate all the support and "conslutation" that you have offered up over these years. Wander West.... See you there 8)

[@juliebeaudoin7364]

Your channel deserves more than 8k subscribers for sure. Keep up your good work. Follow your heart the rest will come.

[@thewanderingshores]

We appreciate that! YT can be a fickle beast and sometime it's encouragement like this that comes at just the right time. We appreaciate your support. Thank You- Kyle and Michelle

[@juliebeaudoin7364]

I went back on your first videos and watched them… good luck!

[@thewanderingshores]

You are amazing, thank you

[@airstreamer]

To be upfront and honest, everyone has been complaining about views being down and the fact that negative and/or always drama sells. We are not interested in going down the negative/ always drama road. If you are doing what you love to do, and you continue to grow, count it as a win. Slow and steady is our motto, and we are also having a great adventure along the way. Hope you are able to find your mojo. - Michelle

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Michelle, we really have gotten wonderful feedback from this video and some great suggestions. I think we are narrowing in on what route we want to go and we really appreciate you watching and even more for taking the time to comment.- Kyle and Michelle

[@ouRVisionnomadicliving]

Congrats on hitting almost 8000 subs. Someone must be subscribing. Angie and I were monetized in April 2020. Here we are 4 years later, having gotten over a million views on our channel yet, we are only at 4200 subs. My advice, stay the course. I found Kyle and Renee of Happily Ever Hanks when they only had about 500 subs. I commented on their channel, they used to comment frequently on ours back in the fall/winter of 2020. They are over 300,000 subs now. When their channel really started taking off I asked Kyle what they were doing to get the views. He told me that they had begun scripting their videos before filming and focused on being entertaining and not just filming, then editing. So they had a plan ahead of time about what they were going to film. That has worked for them. Good luck with your decisions. Sean

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Sean, we really appreciate that, we to started watchin the Hanks very early one too and now look at them. I have listen to some of their interviews as well to get an idea of what was the magic sauce. Thank you for watching and we will keep everyone updated with what we decide to do.- Kyle and Michelle

[@Rook-1956]

Love your boondocking videos !

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Rook, they be far our the most poplular and I love doing them. Rest assured they will be part of the channel regardless of the direction we go. Thank for all your support over all these years- Kyle and Michelle

[@stevep5111]

I like it all but RV life is the most and product promotion is the least. Thanks for sharing your life.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Steve.... We kinda feel the same way. 8) We apprecaite the support and taking the time to watch and comment.- Kyle and Michelle

[@melodyassaro]

First off you guys know I love everything you do. You have to do what makes you happy. What ever you don’t stop doing campground/boondooking spots. I also enjoy the hikes you show as well as touristy places to visit. ❤️ whatever you decide I’ll always be there for you both ❤️

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Melody... We are getting some great feedback and I think we are getting a clear picture one what we want to do. Thank you so much- Kyle and Michelle

[@thisgrilllife7447]

Don’t feel alone!! KZbin doesn’t like me either!! I applied for monihtazation after meeting their requirements. They said I didn’t adhere to their “community guidelines” but won’t tell me what videos violate their rule!🙏🏼 I vote to keep your channel as is. Maybe Michelle can do some videos to share her anti-aging tips!!!

[@thewanderingshores]

That is so crazy that they don't even let you know what the issue is. I have consulted with Michelle and she is excited about the anti-aging tips. Thank you for your support- Kyle and Michelle

[@thisgrilllife7447]

@@thewanderingshores 👊🏼👊🏼💯

[@wondererschasinghorizons]

Hey guys! Keep doing what your doing, we love what you do. But in the long run do what you love doing. Safe travels

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks so much! we really enjoy sharing our lives and adventures. I can't beleive how much feedback we have gotten from the video. We will be sharing an update in a couple weeks once we are back out on the road. - Wander On, Kyle and Michelle

[@AdventureEndeavor]

You guys are doing great! Keep doing what you love and don't worry about the numbers. 8k is great, if anything i would recommend doing some collabs with similar channels.

[@AdventureEndeavor]

Also am i the good friend???

[@thewanderingshores]

You're the best! Thanks Jesse, we can't believe all the feedback we have gotten after this video and I think it is becoming clearer as to what we have decided to do. I like the idea about collabs with other channels, we have only done one that I can remember over the last several years. We have had some other channels as part of a video because we were hanging out together, but some collab videos might be on the horizon. Thanks for watching and even more for taking the time to comment. Can't wait to meet the new addition to the family.

[@thewanderingshores]

Our talks have motivated me more than you probably know. 8)

[@billycordery6479]

I'm all about RV life, specifically boondocking, camp site reviews Any product reviews pertaining to that are great. If I had to choose one it would be boondocking and anything to do with that. I love your channel.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Billy, we appreciate you taking the time to watch and even more to comment. We are getting some great feedback and I think we are starting to lean one direction, but we will share that once we have a chance to sit down with the camera. Thank you so much- Kyle and Michelle

[@billycordery6479]

@@thewanderingshores looking forward to more of The Wanderings👍

[@thewanderingshores]

@@billycordery6479 no worries there. We're heading back West in about a week 🙂

[@kevinburke5636]

Kyle & Michelle your channel is the first that I ever wrote a comment on several months ago. I did that simply because I think you folks are honest genuine people. I very much appreciate your boondocking campsite reviews because of the detail in which you take the time to explain. Things like: the road going in, the size of RV, site levelness, the amenities close by, RV dump/water, propane, laundry, weather related roads. I'm very much interested in simple things like setting up in an unlevel site, how you find the sites and the research tools you use and how to use them. Trip planning, RV repair and most definitely the catastrophies that come with boondocking. I'm not an expert but I see lots of RV channels that cover a wide variety of topics. I personally don't much care for product reviews especially in an effort to get me to purchase something. Yet, at the same time like everyone else I'm curious about the internet you use and if it works in a specific location. I'm kinda the type of subscriber that jumps around from one interest to another but I truly appreciate your craft and you should be commended on your efforts. Please keep up the excellent work and I as well as others will do what we can to pass the word!

[@thewanderingshores]

Kevin, first off I want to thank you for taking the time to share all of that with us. I think sometimes we don't know what is going on behind the screen when folks are watching the channel and the feedback we got from this video was so uplifting. We apprecaite your honesty and we hope that with a few tweaks (which we shared in a video a week or so after this) we will be back even stronger. Yes our boondocking sites (and now our interactive map) have always been one of our most popular products and don't worry they will still be around and actually probably even more of them in the coming months (we just did one on Custer, SD). We also just purchased a drone which we hope will make them even better, but I need to get my commercial license before using them in the videos. We are also going to make and effort to cut down the product reviews unless it is really an item that we love (like the 12v starlink conversion it made a huge difference). We are also planning to more videos like you mentioned about how we find spots, plan trips and set up so I like that we are on the same page. Thank you again- Kyle and Michelle

[@rene-ro6oe]

You know I love your boondocking reviews and have referred others. I also like rv life while boondocking. If you say the words, this product will make boondocking so much easier, would that help the algorithm? We will watch anything you make. Personally making that little isn’t worth all that time it takes. You have to do what makes you two happy and gives you peace. Love you guys!❤

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Irene, we really appreciate that. Sometime we can get in our own head when it come to YT and where things stand, but it means the world to us that you will watch anything we decide to film.... Next Week On The Wandering Shores.... Kyle will be playing the PS5 watch along as he takes on Chris in a game of Madden.. 8)

[@rene-ro6oe]

Lol, this should be good. But who do we cheer for????

[@Dv-de8mz]

Michelle, keep smile

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks we will.....-Michelle

[@DebZaragoza]

I watch a lot of RV, Van Life, Car Life videos. I'd like to travel someday, similar to you two. I found you through Lou at LivingOurDreamNow. I watch all of your videos and will continue to watch them. I like the variety, like when you hike or bike, but I especially like the boondocking/camping/travel videos. I did enjoy your videos on the gate guarding, because I had not ever seen any videos about that. You are one of my favs, and I appreciate all of your hard work and effort!

[@thewanderingshores]

Deb, thank you so much for the encouragement. KZbin can be a fickle beast and we do really appreciate the support of #thewandersquad members. We have gotten a lot of amazing feedback and we are really getting energized again about the direction of our channel. We hope to post a follow up in about two weeks once we are back out on the road. PS Lou and Melody are amazing and I'll be sure to tell them thanks for leading you over to our channel. Thank you for the feedback and I think there may be some more of the content you enjoy on its way soon. Wander On- Kyle and Michelle

[@BetterWayLiving]

I would suggest that while you are in 1 location for 2 weeks or whatever you show the things you can do and explore in the area. This would allow for more videos per week. Maybe also explain how you locate boondocking spots before you get to a place. Also important to have a call to action in every video "like and subscribe." Personally I like the every day stuff and logistics of living tiny and mobile as that's what we do.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thank You, we really appreciate those suggestions and your support. We are getting wonderful feedback on this video and are getting re-energized. We hope to have a follow up video out in a couple weeks once we have make a final decision. We thank you for your time in watching and especially in commenting.- Kyle and Michelle

[@Greg_Jones]

Hi guys!! I still watch and like most all of your videos. My old phone won't let me comment for some reason. After I pass a few hundred more Verizon stores I might remember to stop and have them see what's wrong. I had to do this on my new Android tablet that I'm still learning to use. SAFE TRAVELS 🙂

[@thewanderingshores]

Greg, thank you so much for following along with us on this fun and sometimes crazy adventure. No worries about not being able to comment on your phone, but I do hope they can fix that for you when you pick that special verizon store to stop in at. 8) We really appreciate your support- Wander On, Kyle and Michelle

[@rodericksmith4243]

Keep up the good work!!!

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Mike, we are getting some great feedback and will have some decsions real soon. Wander On- Kyle and Michelle

[@lostinourdream]

Keep doing what you're doing, if that's what you enjoy.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks you guys. We really appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment. We're hoping to have a new video out about our decision in the next week or so once we get back on the road. We've been getting fantastic feedback

[@ThreeDayRV]

8,000 subs is great! Compared to my 260 😢. I'd say you two are doing well.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Keith, Your videos are great and you are getting a lot of views on them too. As if YT life, the trick is to figure out how to get people to subscribe but also to watch. Thanks for watching keep up the great work on your channel, those subs will come.

[@ThreeDayRV]

@@thewanderingshores just keep doing the good work on your content, that algorithm will straighten out… I'm sure all of the politics are causing the algorithm to go crazy!

[@tommyg.9069]

Congratulations on closing-in on 8,000 subscribers!

[@thewanderingshores]

Thank you! It still is pretty surreal that we have that many people that want to follow our adventures. Thanks for watching and commenting- Kyle and Michelle

[@lolasaxby1399]

Just found your channel- subscribed.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thank you so much! We're super excited to have you following our adventures. If you're interested in our weekly newsletter that we send out on Sundays with more real-time updates, feel free to check out our website, you can sign up for it there. www.thewanderingshores.com

[@KarryKizlik]

Love your videos. I watch YT while doing my elliptical workouts. When I find channels I like, I hit the subscribe button. What I have found is that you guys, for the longest time, were the only ones who actually got me on their subscriber list. I was reading some comments on another channel and the hosts responded that YT is the problem - not getting the subscriber requests to the channel. So, it maybe that a lot of people who watch you ARE trying to subscribe, but YT is not doing their part. Keep up the great work!

[@thewanderingshores]

Karry, thank you so much. Ya we have noticed issues with subscribers either being unsubscribe or not notified. I noticed I got a notification on a channel that we watch everyweek and it came thru 7 days after the video was released. Thanks for the support, really great to hear from folks on the other side of the screen. 8)- Kyle and Michelle

[@lemonslifereading]

I know you are all about RV Life! What about adding in RV Life Recipes somehow You Tube or maybe blog posts as well? I know Food bloggers get a lot of traffic, so maybe by adding food or recipes would help with more traffic. Hope this helps!

[@thewanderingshores]

Great idea! Michelle and I were talking about doing a video on what and how we prepare food in the RV et. Thats a wonderful Idea, just added it to our list of future videos. Thanks- Kyle and Michelle

[@marilynblack8428]

I currently fall in the category of those who haven’t watched for a while. Life got busy and I kept putting it off. Now I’m trying to catch up. It sounds like focusing on one subject could make the algorithm “love” instead of “hate” you, but it would be disappointing if you find you have to move in that direction. We greatly benefit from your boondocking videos, including things to do around those areas, but we also very much enjoy following the day to day life issues that you document. That may not help much with your decision, but I would say, do whatever will work the best for you. We will follow you regardless of your direction. 😊

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Marilyn and Stan, we are excited about things and don't worry we are not going anywhere. We are going to make few tweaks but most of our content will stay the same. Safe Travels- Kyle and Michelle

[@joanies6778]

This is the second video of yours that I have watched. I just viewed the boondocking video in Leadville, CO that popped up in my feed. I liked your no-nonsense approached review, you are clear and concise, so I subscribed, and checked your video list. I like the reviews, but I also enjoy seeing what staying there is like, daily camping, safety do's and don'ts, gear review, issues that come up, and things to do in the area are of interest to me. I am planning some camping trips soon, so I'm interested in these type videos.

[@thewanderingshores]

Welcome aboard and we really appreciate you watching and even more taking the time to comment. Glad you founds us, that Leadville boondocking video has blown up over the past month, I noticed that in our analytics. We are honored that you decided to folow our adventures. Thank you so much for the feedback, we have gotten such a good response from this video and are going to work on a follow up video in the next two weeks once we get back out on the road. Thank you for your support. If you are interested we send out a weekly newsletter on Sundays. You can sign up on our website. www.thewanderingshores.com -Kyle and Michelle

[@GimpyCamper]

Preach! I have similar issues

[@thewanderingshores]

I have heard that a lot from several of the channels we watch on a regular basis. PS don't forget to check out our soft spot floor fix video today, I give you a shout out..... 8)

[@leegandysdroid]

What about one channel focusing primarily on RV Life? Then make a seperate channel for product reviews? Or is that even in the realm of possibility? Each one would have specific algorithms and may end up taking off. I think campsite reviews are likely coming your way because of specific searches for campsites. I know that happens for me. If I'm going to a specific area, I hit KZbin, looking for campsite reviews for that area. I typically subscribe to KZbin channels for one niche that they do. Honestly, though, it could be that the only question you have to answer is which of the types do you enjoy doing the most? Stick with that one and you'll enjoy making videos and won't get burned out :) Appreciate you guys!

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Lee, we really appreciate that. The splitting of channels was an option we have been throwing around. We are getting a lot of great feedback and there is starting to be a common theme, which it re-energizing us. We hope to have a followup video to this on in a couple weeks and we thank you for taking the time to watch and comment too.- Kyle and Michelle

[@bobanddangsjourney]

Hey guys, great questions here - we really don't understand youtube well either. From what I have heard removing videos is not very helpful, not sure I would do that. but moving forward you might want to focus on one area or another, I personally like the campsite reviews you do - they have been very helpful for us - but I know what you mean about being evergreen and slow starts. For my vote I'd say Boondocking videos mixed with either campsite reviews or boondocking site reviews. Product reviews, while useful, are something I don't think we are going to be doing many of - we have tried a few and they are never very popular for us. Nice to get the free stuff but it comes at an opportunity cost which I don' think is worth it in the end. I think another thing that probably weighs in is the popularity of the area you boondock in. It can be an absolutely stunning area, but if it is so remote most people cannot get there - or doesn't have a good population base in striking distance - I don't think you get the number of hits. But I'll be the first one to admit we have no idea how this game is played - and I'm sure with the heavy proliferation of AI/machine learning its going to be changing a lot over the coming months. I hope you figure it out as we enjoy your videos/channel very much! Good luck to you guys ❤

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks so much you guys, I think you are right on target regarding the site reviews of those very remote areas. I had not ever thought about that. That may give me some ideas on things moving forward to regarding those site reviews, so thank you. I will say I an confident that our site reviews will be part of any decision we make, I enjoy doing them, they are poplular even it if takes a while and with campendium being phased out I'm hopeful that gets us an oppurtunity for growth. We really apprecaite that two of you and hope so see you later this year and we can spend more time together- Kyle and Michelle.

[@waynert69]

Been sub'd for quite a while. We enjoy watching you guys. Always interested in new boondocking sites since we do a lot of that each summer out west. Don't need a lot of how too info as we have done it for several years. Product reviews are hit or miss. We have already figured most of what we need. Will probably order those starlink cable adapters, though. I wouldn't want to see a drastic change in what you produce. You guys are closer to our age than many of the younger RV channels so we probably relate better. I am not qualified to give advice on how to reach that audience. As far as most viewers not being sub'd I know that when I am researching something on YT, it is usually a 1 time thing, so I watch what I need to learn how to fix something or whatever, but have no need to sub. What puzzles me is why subs don't watch most videos. The channels I sub, I usually watch 80% or more of the posts. Good luck to you both. Wayne and Carol

[@thewanderingshores]

Wayne and Carol, thank you so much. We love hearing from those of you who have been watching for a long while because you have a better picture of all the directions our videos tend to go. I appreciate your feedback on the types of videos you like best. We are getting ready to travel again next week so you are likley to start seeing more campsite reviews too. PS I am going to do another video on a product for starlink that I actually just got in the mail yesterday. Its' going to be a 12v converion with no splicing etc. I'm excited to test it out and see how much power savings we get. That will probably come out in the next week or two I would say. Thank you so much- Kyle and Michelle

[@burlingtonbill4687]

Interesting information on You-Tube. A few years ago during the covid pandemic ( over a million died folks, including friends of ours) I bought a small Cannon camera and started filming some music. Just me and one of my guitars doing covers and original songs I write. I don't edit but they are fun to do. I don't do as many now cause I'm back out at local bars playing now. Anyway, I don't expect much from You tube and if it went away tomorrow, so be it. Thanks again for this info and check out Burlington Bill. Don't be afraid to comment. I can take it! Travel safe! We love Boondocking!

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Bill, I did notice you were not uploading as often now, but glad it's because you are back out playing again. Thanks for watching and we will have some new boondocking videos this month so keep your eyes out for them- Kyle

[@AmputeeAdventureChannel]

I like the boondocking stuff of course BUT I met you because I was trying to fond a way to route my starlink. As you and I talked about I am having the same issue with my focus in coming back to YT.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks buddy, thats the hard part of this whole thing, RV Life is ultimatley what led us as well as numerous of the people that we have met on the road. We appreciate you guys- Kyle and Michelle

[@thomaslangdale4915]

I personally enjoy all your content. I know my opinion means little to nothing in the KZbin realm, but try to be faithful to the ones I am subscribed to so I can tickle that algorithm. Only solution I can offer is maybe Kyle takes up alligator wrestling..... You guys know I love you, right????

[@thewanderingshores]

Thomas..... you might be on to something. Perhaps a return to Florida and with that a whole new channel of Kyle making really bad choices...8) Thanks for your support and you have always been one of the most consitant supporters and we love that.- Kyle and Michelle

[@thomaslangdale4915]

@thewanderingshores any time you need a place to take a break in SE GEORGIA off 95 let me know.

[@Bluebell-n2q]

I just stumbled onto your channel. I'm interested in RV life, hiking, camping, and boondocking. I hope to stop tent camping and start RV'ing in the future. It might just take some time to get the ball rolling. Or, have multiple channels? I heard that a couple that travels internationally has multiple channels.

[@thewanderingshores]

Deborah, welcome welcome welcome, so excited that you are following along. We really appreacite you taking the time to comment as well. We are always happy to share our knowledge and experience so please don't hesistate to contact us. Thanks for the info on the multiple channels, we have a few friends that split theirs but by long form vs shorts. If you ever need any suggestions etc, don't hesistate to reach out. If you are interested we also have a weekly newsletter that we send out. The "form" is on our website. www.thewanderingshores.com

[@theicangram]

I am a new subscriber and just started really taking my own YT serious as I hope to be full time on the road in a few years, and having YT supplement the lifestyle. I haven’t watched a lot of your videos yet but I really like the way you present the information about finding dispersed camping sites. Not sure any of this helps but at least it’s another comment. 😂

[@thewanderingshores]

Welcome aboard and thank you for your support, we just subbed your channel as well and can't wait to follow your adventures too. Thank you for the feedback, yes your campsite reviews have been some of the most popular videos we have done. We are getting back on the road this week so plan on getting some more filmed soon too. Thank you so much for following and even more for taking the time to comment. Wander On- Kyle and Michelle

[@theicangram]

@@thewanderingshores THANK YOU! Seems kind of silly and almost vain to enjoy seeing people subscribe but can’t lie. It’s fun!

[@TheEdelKampers]

Hi Kyle and Michelle, Fred and I enjoy all your content as is but if you want to get KZbin to push you out more you have to narrow your focus. We have not narrrowed our focus so we have the same issue as you guys except on a smaller scale. Best Wishes, Mary 💞 Fred

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks Mary and Fred, we apprecaite that, we have gotten a lot of feedback and support from this video and it is really helping. We are getting re-energized and looking forward to sharing what we ultimatley decide to do. Wander On- Kyle and Michelle

[@TheEdelKampers]

@@thewanderingshores Looking forward to hearing which direction that you head. 👍🏼

[@theaustinstravel]

We want to see more of the day to day, and not just on hikes. I think back to the Ouray/Silverton videos we did together - you showed a bit more of the action and not just summary and then jump to next summary. I'm still unsure if it makes sense to split out your Campground Review videos or not - my gut feeling is that you should create a dedicated "The Wandering Shores Campground Reviews" or 'The Wandering Shores Boondocking Channel' (not those exact names, but general concept) that is very targeted, and then you cross-market your two channels. What I don't want to go away is your RV Life videos, I just want to see a bit more b-roll and what you all are actually up to :) You present yourself incredibly well, and I don't think you should ever go away from Campground Reviews and Tutorial videos. In fact, you should probably double down on those because you are SO knowledgeable. But give us more of you and Michelle in your RV Life videos and really show us what you are exploring :)

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks, Shaun and Lauren, You and I have had many a discussion about the beast that is the KZbin algorithm. Appreciate the feedback and suggestions. We're hoping to have an update video in the next week or two once we're back out on the road. We've gotten a lot of really helpful feedback and this is an example of yet another. Wander on Kyle and Michelle

[@LuvSubbin]

Our approach is to do what we love and hope others enjoy what we do. If ever we were to deviate from that and start making videos specifically for the KZbin algorithm, then it becomes a job instead of a passion. That's OK - but KZbin as a job sucks. We could work at McDonalds for 3 days a month and make more than on KZbin at 10K subs. We're also realistic. We're not 30 years old in a bikini sailing around the world off Hiva Oa... The RV space is tough and KZbin knows that. Sailing around the world? Easy to get 100K. Backpacking or Van life in Vietnam? Also easy. Doing stupid stunts or gaming 7/24? Piece of cake. There's only so many middle aged folks that can hike through Yellowstone before the algorithm says enough is enough and we get that. Do we hope someday for a Silver Play Button? Yup. But if it happens, it will be because we love making videos and nothing else...

[@thewanderingshores]

So well said, really puts things in perspective and thank you su much for the pep talk, it's exactly what we needed and we will be updating everyone (who might be interested at least 😋) in a coming video. We really appreciate you taking the time to watch and especially to comment. Wander On- Kyle and Michelle

[@FMTFXE22]

I don’t think it’s anything you’re doing or not doing. I pay monthly to watch KZbin and subscribe to channels I like and more importantly check the notification bell for all notifications from a channel. I think that KZbin’s notifications system is flawed. I only receive a small percentage of notifications from the channels I have subscribed to. I have favorite channels that I literally have to go search for them to see they uploaded a new video and it frustrates me to have to go do that. It’s KZbin not you two.

[@thewanderingshores]

Thanks so much, I think you are on to something. We have several channels that we watch all the time. We have notificaitons set up and just this morning, I got two notificaitons on channels that released their video over a week ago. UGH. We have also be unsubscribed from channels for no reason. We really appreciate your support. We are hoping to have a plan hammered out and do an follow up video in the next week or two. Thanks for your time- Wander On- Kyle