Stocking the Chuck Wagon: How Life on the Trail Changed in 200 years

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Жыл бұрын

If you want to uncover some history of the Old West- stick around for this video. We're showing you life on the Texas cattle drives of the1800s and how the chuck wagon has changed, and how it's stayed the same.
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@mattshaffer5935 Жыл бұрын

This could have been an hour long episode! Kent Rollins is a national treasure!

@bhoward9378 Жыл бұрын

I know, right? I was just getting warmed up.

@dirtyunclehubert Жыл бұрын

i hope he does recognized one day for such. hes definitely what i would like to see in americans.

@ColinIngus1 Жыл бұрын

Nahh, this could be a whole National geographic / History channel series

@jpierce599 Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you just need to know how it all got here. Loved the refresher class. Well done

@sphesihlekhabo8799 3 ай бұрын

Been watching his videos all the years and my father and I we were inspired by this mans video. we went camping with my father in 2018 just before he passed on. A time I will treasure all my life. Thank you Kent and Shannon ❤

@PopsAllgood6967 Жыл бұрын

Kent, I’m an old man, 80 years old, but I still dream about being on the trail with those cowboys. I’ve never been on a trail drive, but you bring out the cowboy that I always wanted to be. Thank you, and God bless you and Shannon.

@mikerey7210 Жыл бұрын

I was lucky. Got to live the life for many years. Had several friends that thought as you. Tried to give them the experience as much as I could. Great way to live. Wish I still did.

@mihakabercic4457 Жыл бұрын

If you can get yourself in a saddle you can still cowboy

@PopsAllgood6967 Жыл бұрын

@@mihakabercic4457 Thank you for your confidence. I really appreciate it. 🤩

@TheEthicalOutlaw 7 ай бұрын

Sometimes my friend, we must love from a distance, i have direct ancestry that fought in the Revolutionary War during the winter of '77, and in the Civil War as well. I wish i could go back to the days of yore m'self. Sometimes we can only honor our lost traditions if we cant achieve it personally. Happy trails to you fella.

@jodiekay5104 5 ай бұрын

I enjoyed this video, thank you for sharing this with all of us.GOD BLESS KENT ROLLINS.

@snipercurgan1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kent and Shannon for the history lesson, I always get so excited when I see a new one! Glad to hear more about such an incredible part of what built this great country!

@christienglandhill7039 Жыл бұрын

Their channel is addicting. No drama, informative/educational, entertaining …just good content and good people ❤

@markonino12 Жыл бұрын

What great country lol do u see whats going ?

@Rustebadge Жыл бұрын

Makes me want to cry. There's a little bit of cowboy in all American men, even if they've not discovered it yet. I can feel it everyday. Thanks for the video sir.

@Tadicuslegion78 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, pretty sure if Kent was thrown back in time to 1877 Oklahoma, he'd fit right in

@Jandyg Жыл бұрын

I would like to think that I would fit right in with 1877. Then summer comes around, and I wonder how them poor people survived without Air Conditioning. Modern convinces sure have made us soft. And yes they were Tough back then. Hope all are well and safe.

@stevee8884 Жыл бұрын

Needs the DeLorean!

@yearginclarke Жыл бұрын

@@Jandyg A/C certainly has spoiled us nowadays. I currently live in Redding California, and I simply would avoid this place at all costs if there was no such thing as A/C. Despite being far up in Northern CA this place is still fairly notorious for the really hot summers, and if I'm not mistaken it's the 2nd sunniest city in the U.S. I grew up and have lived most of my life in the nearby mountain areas at 3,500 to 4,000 feet elevation where it's cooler and much easier to deal with not having A/C. I will say the humid areas of the country are a much worse type of heat IMO. But the dry heat of the deserts is no joke either. The first time I went to Phoenix back in July 1998 I was with my dad for summer vacation, he was an OTR driver. We lost our A/C at the New Mexico border and when we showed up at Phoenix at 8 PM it was still 121 and we had to sleep in the truck that night. That was insanely hot to say the least.

@jimjones3065 9 ай бұрын

I hope he starts participating in the annual chuckwagon day at the OKC cowboy museum

@johnpoore474 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos and your cookbooks. My grandma lived to be 100 and her brother was 103. They both told stories about using a farm wagon to haul groceries to their grandparents. They said that their wagon had a small two eye cook stove that was used in the wagon. Soon after the first world war they left Arkansas and moved to Yuma Arizona and farmed there. They moved that stove with them. Sure wish I had it.

@danadribnenki8774 Жыл бұрын

I just finished watching this video and reminiscing about the ranch here in Montana that I grew up on in the ‘70s and into the ‘80s. When you got to the part about being in Lebanon Missouri and showing all the draft horses I thought about how much my dad would have liked seeing that before he died. Brought tears to my eyes since he was a cowboys cowboy and I wish he was still here and could have gone there with me. If your dads are still here with you men, take the time to appreciate them for the gift from Jesus that they are. Blessings!😢❤

@ejharrop1416 Жыл бұрын

I miss my dad too and know he is always with me. Keeping the love in my heart is the way. God bless.

@lukebingus9432 Жыл бұрын

People like Kent make me so happy to be an American! Thank you for your amazing content!

@yucatansuckaman5726 8 ай бұрын

If an alien asked me what an American is, I'd show him this guy.

@1954JDR Жыл бұрын

My grandfather told stories about working on the King Ranch in the 1890s. He was a young blacksmith. During branding season and roundups he was Cookies "gofer". He learned a lot from Cookie and taught those things to my father who passed them on to me. I feel so lucky to have had that privilege.

@cindylewis9264 Жыл бұрын

I love this "True" history lesson!!! Charlie Goodnight was my MawMaw's uncle. Thank you for bringing it to life today. God bless you and Shannon and all the pups. And God bless the good ole the USA.❤

@richhufford6038 Жыл бұрын

America needs more Cowboy Kent!! You and Shannon are an American treasure! God Bless!

@matthewgentry3264 Жыл бұрын

I love the cooking shows, but this beat them all. Respect to those that keep the old simple ways of cooking alive today...

@southron1861 Жыл бұрын

Great episode! As a reenactor, I can really appreciate what it means to go back in time and live out history. One of my all time favorite events was called Shenandoah 1864 and at that event we were blessed to have all our meals fixed by a camp cook with his own chuckwagon. It really helped to fully immerse you into the time frame and authenticate the event. An experience of a lifetime I'll never forget. Thanks Kent for sharing your experiences and knowledge with us. God bless 👍🏻

@CowboyKentRollins Жыл бұрын

Thanks and God bless you

@caleblane5465 Жыл бұрын

Kent thank you so much for your insight and knowledge on the older ways of life and history of cowboys and keeping traditions alive you are a True American and a good man!!

@briley672 Жыл бұрын

One reason why I came and stayed here with yall is the way you keep the history alive. So these very historical based videos are some of my favorites.

@kellyn.7557 Жыл бұрын

I love these stories about the Cowboy way of life, now and then. We don't hear about the old way of doing things. Excellent content and the history is just fun to listen to. Keep the stories coming please.

@kellyn.7557 Жыл бұрын

AGREED! KENT ROLLINGS IS A NATIONAL TREASURE!!!

@myopinion3496 Жыл бұрын

Love history & love you Kent & Shannon. My grandfather was born 1889, I was born 1953 so he was 64 when I was born. Lived till he was 89. I learned so much from him of the old ways in my late teens and early 20"s. He was a survivor of the Lost Battalion of WW1, having received the purple heart (wounded twice) and the Silver Star. He taught me so much of the old ways on his small ranch I'm afraid I've forgotten some of it but your channel helps me remember. I wish now I paid more attention!!!

@kenhayhurst374 Жыл бұрын

Gotta tell ya, Kent, your history lessons are just as enjoyable as your recipies. Keep 'em both commin'.

@Coltondimundi Жыл бұрын

Always a good day when he see Kent posted

@bigtruckbrad Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kent for helping to keep our cultural heritage alive! Every time one of us cooks a batch of biscuits or makes some carne guisada in our dutch ovens or brews up a pot of cowboy coffee, that heritage lives another day.

@charlenecole944 Жыл бұрын

Love this information! Always dreamed of having a chuckwagon..

@debbieharrison1911 Жыл бұрын

LOVE ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS GOD BLESS YOU BOTH AND THE PUPS

@Rockman_64 Жыл бұрын

These history lessons are truly a BONUS for all of us!

@jerryodell1168 Жыл бұрын

The water barrel brought memories. Years ago I read several stories about people traveling west. They would often purchase silver coins which were 100 percent silver then. They would put a couple of coins in the water barrel. The silver helps to keep the water fresher longer.

@gregphillips.1312 Жыл бұрын

Over here in the UK we are never really that remote, so I find the History side fascinating. Thank you for sharing Sir, God bless you Kent, Shannon and the Pups 🙏❤

@larrymoore6640 Жыл бұрын

It's always great to hear about our Western history which includes the cattle drives and yes Cookie was a big part of. Thank you Kent for keeping our history alive.

@rickwendell3211 Жыл бұрын

I never tire of stories from our great history in the West. Thanks so much Ken & Shan for what you do!

@fallenangelwi25 Жыл бұрын

We NEED to learn from our history to make our future brighter!!! P.S. thank you for acknowledging our vets. As a medically retired military family of 7 my s/o truly feels like he's been forgotten about once he could no longer physically or mentally preform his duties. For him Afghanistan will never be over. God bless you.

@terryschiller2625 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video Mr Kent! Thank you Sir. All that history of the west is pure gold and music to my ears. As you can tell I love Western history. God bless you Sir and Shann and your pup's for keeping that era still alive!🤠

@keithatkins7883 Жыл бұрын

I love watching you tell the history of chuck wagons, cooks, Cowboys, and all the hard work involved in ranching! I admire you and appreciate the examples you set in serving our Lord and Savior and your honoring our military! Thank you for all you do! God bless you!

@fugithegreat Жыл бұрын

Love historical cooking, thanks for this informative episode!

@shannondixson2240 Жыл бұрын

Mr Kent, I know a man from Southeast Tx, he is 80 now but still works his head of cows every week, cowboys everyday, retired Rodeo livestock contractor and owned/worked a meat market for many yrs He always has great stories it’s been a privilege to know him and enjoy his friendship/ mentoring. ( Lannie Michelle ) Thank you for always sharing your great knowledge. Hugs to you and Shann From Tx

@kdranchaz3240 Жыл бұрын

God bless you Kent and Shannon! Love this information! The cowboy is still alive and well! One of my favorite events I look forward to every year is the Tribute to Ranching Rodeo here in southern AZ. The events are what working cowboys do in their daily lives and the lunch has some of the best chuckwagon cooks that travel the west preparing Dutch Ovens loaded with pot roast, carne asada, cowboy taters, beans, chicken fried steak and those amazing biscuits!! All cooked over a mesquite fire. Yeehaw!

@Edge1775 Жыл бұрын

Nothing better than real living history, Kent you and your beautiful wife Shannon are God sends and the epitome of an American. with so much negativity on youtube and in the world, your channel is a light sir, God Bless you and yours...

@brandonscott2851 Жыл бұрын

I love how you guys are throwing in some old history lessons here and there its awesome

@RevanR Жыл бұрын

Chuck Wagon has changed over 200 years, hope that people can experience this over 200 years to come

@bertramhalbruner3296 Жыл бұрын

Kent, this was an excellent video!! I always enjoy these "history" videos!! Very informative!! When I was a teen ager (16-17) and went to 4-H youth camp, I always volunteered to cook for the whole group. Sometimes cooking for 50-60 teens plus the adult chaperones. I aways did the same for deer camp when a group of us guys would go to New York deer hunting. It's something that gets in your blood! A labor of love that you enjoy in spite of the hard work. Watching everyone chow down and come back for seconds is reward enough!! God Bless you Kent. Hope to meet you someday!

@shadetree6705 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for everything you do. The education factor alone is worth it, the adventure in my imagination with your narration takes it over the top.

@jamesmetzler2031 Жыл бұрын

That was a great story, Kent. I can't get enough of certain history stories and those of the Old West are some of my favorites. Your knowledge of that time period is amazing. I could listen to you talk on that subject all day. Also, it's always a joy seeing the old chuck wagon. That is the most beautifully restored chuckwagon I have ever seen.

@cjtaylor5917 Жыл бұрын

My dad rode fence lines for summers when he was young. Then he taught me how to cook many years later. You n him, and somehow me, have a lot in common because he taught me to cook in cast iron over wood. He's gone but at least I still have you. Thank you for being you.

@CowboyKentRollins Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

@jillsmiles Жыл бұрын

I loved this! I love when you do these historical videos. You really keep the tradition alive. God bless you and Shannon.

@aileensmith3062 Жыл бұрын

Boyfriend says that he had a chance/opportunity to go work on a ranch in Winnemucca. Turned it down and still regrets it to this day. The opportunities that you are sharing are quickly dwindling away. Thank You for offering your experience as well as knowledge as to how it once was!

@danmclean3384 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kent and Shannon for this much appreciated segment!! It's always great to learn about how you guys (and the many before) are able to keep those cowboys (and girls) happy with a great meal. Cheers!!

@lynneedwards3208 Жыл бұрын

Awesome history lesson. Cookie would be proud of your story. The Cowboy Way is true Americana. 🤠🇺🇲

@MANC2311 Жыл бұрын

The historical side of chuck wagon life are my favourite videos.

@paulgerard5413 7 ай бұрын

Oh Kent, I so love this. I had a brother with Downs Syndrome who would watch ‘Rawhide’ with my aging (and gone) mother, who would say; ‘we’re cowboys’. You sir bring all of those memories back in the most loving and respectful ways. Thank you sir.

@deer_hunter77469 Жыл бұрын

❤This episode, history is not taught anymore, many today believe everything comes from the grocery store!! they have no clue what entails food production. THANKS!!!

@mackdog3270 Жыл бұрын

That's interesting! I've driven that road, going from Texas to Liberal or Dodge city to pick up a load of beef headed to Oakland CA then on to Japan. The stockyards over there were amazingly huge.

@Sawyersmaple Жыл бұрын

That is a great piece of history and it’s cool to see that people like you are keeping those traditions alive.

@johnnyharperscoutstable5386 Жыл бұрын

Awesome history. Goes to show you too. The chef on trail was the jack of all trades. Guy did everything. 🐸🍺🔪🔥

@brianlykins6663 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kent and Miss Shannon, for another great video. I thought it was nice to give huge credit to someone that generally doesn't get a lot of recognition. Life of a cattle drive cook wasn't very glamorous. Get up well before everyone else, build the fire, boil the coffee, and cook the breakfast. Load up after everyone saddles up and goes to work. Then, pick up, pack up , rush ahead, and pick a spot for evening meal, get it cooked, and ready for the hands. Then clean everything and get ready to do it all again. Heck of a life, why would anyone in their right mind want a job like that ? Thanks cookie !!!

@jeromethiel4323 Жыл бұрын

These videos remind me of the cooking videos from WW2, they had the same problems a cowboy cook had. They needed to be able to move, they had to feed a lot of people, and they weren't safe. Wish there were more of those, it's hard to see what cooking was like in a warzone.

@kasperaquatics Жыл бұрын

Mr. Rollins your a true american hero to all us Veterans. We truly appreciate your support. ❤🇺🇸🙏🏼

@radamson1 Жыл бұрын

I can't tell you how much that shout-out you give to veterans means to us Kent, thanks so much.

@CowboyKentRollins Жыл бұрын

We thank you for your service

@stephenrrose Жыл бұрын

This was priceless! Thank you for the History and sharing it with us! Kent and Shannon, both of you are fantastic!

@vincentgerdi28 Жыл бұрын

I could listen to mr rollins talk about the way of life of a cooks life in the west has the ability to grab your attention and keep it without you getting bored I absolutely love this channel

@BigboiiTone Жыл бұрын

Jokes aside, videos like this are my very favorite of your videos. The mix of history with cooking is perfect

@Texanrider76465 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful gift you have given on this Lords day! I love history and I love your videos and I can’t thank you enough for this today may God bless you and yours, Kent and Shannon, Jonathan, Hutson in Morgan Mill, Texas

@aletheiaquest Жыл бұрын

My spirit is always lifted when I watch these videos.

@timebandit2951 11 ай бұрын

Well CK, I JUST CAN'T SEEM TO GET ENOUGH OF YOUR OLD AMERICAN STORIES. Thanks to you and Shannon for ur wonderful stories put to video. There is a romance that goes to those old time cowboy stories. It's all Americana. Thanks, we love ur stories.

@a.phillips6892 Жыл бұрын

My brother in law was an outfitter in Colorado for several years, and had a large wooden “chuck box” that was full of spices, seasonings, dry goods, etc. He cooked and managed a string of 12-15 horses. I love to hear his stories of adventures on the trail…very special.

@royfrye2871 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Kent. I love the way you honor our veterans every show. Thats top notch!!👍🇺🇸

@JerkRice Жыл бұрын

I really love these videos about how things were done were done in the past. Sometimes the old ways are the best ways.

@joeyhardin1288 Жыл бұрын

Loved those Wagon restoration videos. Thank you. God Bless and stay safe.

@bonniebarbee7984 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much !! I really appreciate you stories of the past because that’s my Grandfather’s history too

@thewolfethatcould8878 Жыл бұрын

I am just leaving this comment to one day look back and see my hopes and when. You Sir, and your wife are a true blessing to us all. It has been a dream of mine to go on one of your Chuck Wagon outings for...well, since the chicken fried steak win! Your positivity infectious; and your families gratitude and and kind will toward fellow man comes from a long gone era which is almost extinct. May your spring and summer be a blessing filled with peace, health and joy. Thanks for all that you guys do~ this was a wonderful video and I enjoyed it more than you know.

@centraltexashomestead-mike4956 Жыл бұрын

Kent & Shan we love these video's! The restoring of the wagon was great to watch. God Bless your family.

@richardmata1206 Жыл бұрын

Respect to cowboy cook's love to learn how it's really done

@geomac7872 Жыл бұрын

I am so grateful to have found your site and we are so lucky to have real Americans like you that made our nation such an amazing place. Thank You.

@CowboyKentRollins Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure

@JeffDeWitt Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the history lesson, I love this kind of stuff, and keep the old Studebaker rolling! May God bless you and Shannon.

@chrisjames5577 Жыл бұрын

K&S Me, my wife and my kitties love y'all so much. Keep on keeping on and I continue watching your posts until my last breath. ❤

@CowboyKentRollins Жыл бұрын

We will!

@craigtrimble239 3 ай бұрын

Amazing story telling Kent, 100+ years of tradition still going strong.

@carlh-thehermitwithwi-fi679 Жыл бұрын

i love history and when people where honest, hardworking and wholesome.

@manlybaker3098 Жыл бұрын

Planning, ingenuity, flexibility, taking advantage of opportunities, self-reliance,etc. Sound like rural life from the beginning of time.

@davidfogg922 Жыл бұрын

One of the thing that i like abought Kent is his respect for my Flag and our Veterans God Bless and Cook On Kent

@dalewortley2967 Жыл бұрын

Thanks kent! Love the history and the information. Im setting up an outdoor kitchen and i wanna model it after ole chuck wagons. This helps a lot!

@akdonlh9924 Жыл бұрын

Wow does the world need more people like Kent and Shannon

@KartizaK Жыл бұрын

I love this episode. If you ever do another cattle run please make a video about it. And if you ever get a few cowboys that have been out there with you. I'm sure we would love to hear the stories around a campfire ! Thanks

@mitzismith2382 Жыл бұрын

You are such a treasure, could listen to your stories all day.

@user-yd6yj4yt5q 8 ай бұрын

Great video! Used to hate history as a kid but now that I am older I cant get enough. This was very interesting.

@CowboyKentRollins 8 ай бұрын

Thanks

@reedsilvesan2197 Жыл бұрын

Something rarely seen in the movies, a summer kitchen. they were quite common, a separate building that was just a kitchen, dining area utilized in the summer so that the house didn't get so hot from cooking.

@marthaanthis3980 Жыл бұрын

My grandfather, Claude Goodnight, was a cook on the Goodnight Loving trail. I loved hearing him talk about the old days!

@mackdog3270 Жыл бұрын

Yup, Wyoming breezes are something else. Ever want to see a semi trailer turn into an airplane? Wyoming's the place for you. I saw all 8 tires on my trailer leave the ground last year. It was very interesting, and I'm glad I saw it, but that one time was enough to last me the rest of my days.

@beckyhahn9884 Жыл бұрын

Love the stories! And as always I get a tear and a lump in my throat at the end when you take time to thank our Vets. Thank You!

@gcarson19 Жыл бұрын

I must be getting old, I can't watch Kent's videos without tearing up... "...so shines a good deed in a weary world."

@WaynJul Жыл бұрын

I always appreciate the history lessons. Keep them doggies moving.

@theoracle5265 16 күн бұрын

Thank you Kent, I have a whole lot more admiration for what you and Shann do. Blessing to you both see in heaven He's coming soon

@joshsmith3650 Жыл бұрын

What a great escape into our past. Thank you and God bless Kent and family

@bonniepwtf Жыл бұрын

I am so loving these Sunday shares. Thank you & God bless.🙏🇺🇸

@FleurdeLeif Жыл бұрын

Such an important piece of American history! Thank you!

@CowboyKentRollins Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure

@thinkingmanhillbilly Жыл бұрын

I love how at about 7min 45sec The Beg gave his thought on traveling in the wagon.

@beverlymiller182 2 ай бұрын

I really and truly love your videos. I admire your wife you're indispensable. Prayers

@meligoth Жыл бұрын

A good heart, and good food will never go out of style.

@TheCynedd Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful history lesson video, Kent. I turned my (now) 13 year-old nephew (who likes to cook) on to your videos two years ago and he has asked me for a Cast Iron Dutch Oven for his 14th birthday!

@earlshaner4441 Жыл бұрын

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY brother and everyone else thank you for sharing your cooking adventures

@scottiegreen1450 Жыл бұрын

My dad had a chunk wagon built years ago to use for going around camping with his mules. It was pretty nice..

@josephclark2268 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kent. This, much like all your videos, is a mini vacation for me. I just get lost in it and your such a wonderful and kind hearted man who’s tough as nails. Again, thank you for passing on your knowledge and experience. Mentorship is your superpower. God is good, sir…

@donaldclayton7897 Жыл бұрын

I was a Civil War Reenactor. I did most of the cooking for our unit. I can bake anything in my Dutch Oven that you can make in a conventional oven. I love my cast iron cookware. I have some pieces over 100 years old.