KICKED OUT OF OUR CAMPGROUND! And You Won't Believe Why

KICKED OUT OF OUR CAMPGROUND! And You Won't Believe Why | RV Living

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In this video, we give you a "real-time" RV living update on relocating our home base to Florida. Never in our lives have we been told we couldn't stay at a campground & you won't believe the reason why.
plus what happens when we run across a car on fire on the side of the road! The adventures continue in this "real-time" update.
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@lonniekobus8594 3 жыл бұрын

We try to always follow my 2+2+2 rule. We try to only drive 200 miles, arrive at the campground by 2:00 pm, and stay at least 2 days. This makes it very comfortable - of course we are retired.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a good rule of thumb

@vicb.2708 Жыл бұрын

I'll do 300 miles. I've done more but...I am retired as well so, I avoid more miles whenever possible.

@chuckytherapper Жыл бұрын

I like that

@thomasdean5651 Ай бұрын

Was raised by my father, an Air Force enlisted man from Georgia, who was stationed in California for much of his career. Every year, our family would go back to Georgia on my Dad's leave. He was old school...up at 4am, on the road by 4:30, drive until near sundown, and make 700 miles a day. Quite a feat with a sedan full of kids requiring numerous food, gas, and pee stops. When i became an adult, i immulated that philosophy until i started pulling a travel trailer. The first two yrs, traveling across country and back, 500 mi a day was my standard. That soon dropped to 300. Now, i get a little depressed thinking about a 300 mi day, but thats my current standard. But the driving gets so weary, that just spending my time in state parks a couple of hrs from home is starting to sound appealing!

@lazyezmerelda 3 жыл бұрын

We experienced something similar at a KOA in Massachusetts. Apparently, school was in session at that time, and we are home schoolers, so they kicked us out. I will never forget. Needless to say they were extremely rude as they made sure we left, as if we were some dangerous group.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awful 😞

@mrlaw711 Жыл бұрын

You are dangerous - you don't think and act like them. You're an outcast like Jonathan Livingston Seagull.

@jsa4864 3 ай бұрын

You made your decision. Accept the fact the people don't have to agree and support your decision.

@Dafna-ke2wr 2 ай бұрын

Yeah losers that hate freedom @@jsa4864

@ambrosiamarvin5712 22 күн бұрын

I home schooled my son and daughter in Texas which is one of the easiest states to homeschool. Even so l was very quiet about this with people l did not know. It was not worth the potential hassle. My son, now a parent lives in the most difficult state, PA to homeschool. Even his 4 year must be enrolled in a homeschool program which is supervised by the state. Is a 4 year required to be in school ? No.

@lisabeare2366 Жыл бұрын

OMG.... This is a choice. It IS NOT wrong for kids. Exactly the opposite! They will learn so much more life experiences in the road then they ever will in a classroom. How dare any one EVER dictate how another person /parents raise they're kids. Unless there is abuse of course. Keep in keeping on. You guys are great!!!!

@momomasters Жыл бұрын

you guys do a bangin'fine job of keeping it real for us kids. Your authenticity and wit make you superduper accessible and you've turned into some of my best company for fullmoon insomnia nights. Thanks tons and never stop.

@GratefulGlamper Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words

@kevinheisey 3 жыл бұрын

I grew up in the late 60s and 70s and every summer my family would travel all over the US and Canada in a 20 foot travel trailer. My dad retired early and when school was out we would take off. I learned so much about people and our country that way. I wish I could do it all over again. Those are some of my best memories of childhood and I will always be grateful to my parents for broadening my horizons in such a way. Keep up the good work!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

That’s so great to hear. We hope our kids will look back on our adventures and feel the same.

@hardbodymini 2 жыл бұрын

I've lived in an rv since 2000, alot of parks don't alow kids, dogs, multiple vehicles. They do this because they want the older crowd and not the younger, they want it to be considered a resort, and vacation get away. Always read reviews first. Good luck to yall in the future

@popcornanytime7414 Жыл бұрын

Gotta love how America is this place where someone else always knows what is best for someone else. No one knows how to mind their own business anymore. Gotta tell you how to live your life! So sorry this happened to you guys.

@GratefulGlamper Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@f.davidkessel8876 5 ай бұрын

VOTE DEMOCRAT

@johnspencer7291 4 ай бұрын

hell no@@f.davidkessel8876

@Redandranger 4 ай бұрын

Ask the Republicans about choosing what's right for a woman, choosing what a parent can do for their trans kid etc. They love telling people how to live their lives and even make laws to do it.

@db8898 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your VERY helpful videos. Good to know about this KOA. We will make sure we NEVER stay at that KOA. We've had some BAD KOA experiences. So we'll make sure we take that one off our list.

@siseley1 3 ай бұрын

We had a similar experience in Flagstaff, and in Anaheim KOA's. Also, my camper on the truck was a2020, but the truck is a Ram diesel, with a Cummins, so it being a 2010 was given a fisheye as too old. Diesels are usually a very long time engines which being so good, you keep them for several years.

@richardkelley3644 3 жыл бұрын

Kick the dust from your feet & move on ASAP. Who needs this RV park???

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

That’s wheat we ended up doing

@jay0726 2 жыл бұрын

That was my first thought

@shannonhandrich6979 2 ай бұрын

Koa campgrounds sell u yr tickets 4 there campgrounds they pull that money in and never have campung spots for the yr payiers. U have 2 schedule vacations almost a year to 2 years in advance to use your KOA membership it's not worth giving them your cash and then you cannot find a camp spot with their organization throughout the summer all that money wasted & never able 2 use what i payied 4

@Herk988 3 жыл бұрын

Well goodness. I know which KOA we will be not be staying at when we are in FL! Glad you are all safe, congrats on the new home in FL.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Grabfma040508 3 жыл бұрын

I have driven 12 hours straight through -Calif to Oregon with 3 kids , Multiple times over years

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@Izzy4731 3 жыл бұрын

I stayed at a KOA in Florida for a few weeks with my aunt back in spring of 2018, I forget exactly where but I know it was in the same general area as Clearwater, and I.... was not all that impressed. It was okay, don't have any others to compare it to. Nice staff & amenities, but our neighbor was a dickwad and it was so dark at night because they had the outdoor lights every 10-15 feet with the lowest wattage bulb known to man. And the trees. So many trees. Trees are great. Trees with untrimmed/low hanging branches in an RV park are not.

@marysharvey Жыл бұрын

Who in the heck do these people think they are? It is none of anyone’s business how you live with your children, as long as there is no abuse going on. Traveling and seeing the country is a wonderful way to raise kids!

@accelement3499 Жыл бұрын

democrats bro freedom scares them

@MeiDouthitt 10 ай бұрын

Trouble is, apparently some people must call that abuse. I say people should butt out and let parents do their own thing.

@curve5746 9 ай бұрын

Definitely democrats. They can't stand other people being happy

@tsunsu 8 ай бұрын

How about you dont judge content creators. It is thir channel they can upload what they want on thir chnnel as long as it not brakeing rules of the platform. In all honesty tho ppl like outside a famliy trying to run otheres lives is a bit selfish.

@larachamberlin12 5 ай бұрын

@@accelement3499B.S.! i am a dem and could care less how others raise their kids. I homeschooled my own kids on 3 Separate occasions.

@msav57 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Just totally flabbergasted that some wood would impose their opinions on how to raise your children . Thanks for sharing your story. We have fire extinguishers in a cabinet by the stairwell and one behind the driver seat. Happy trails!

@GratefulGlamper Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@DriveNorth 3 жыл бұрын

"Cold state of Colorado" Had to smile a bit as we talked about moving to Colorado to escape our cold state of MN. All about perspective. Good video, best of luck!

@marcsiegfried8247 3 жыл бұрын

Colorado is waaaay warmer than MN. And northern Colorado is part of the "banana belt" with 300 days of sunshine a year... but we're full.

@stacypetty921 3 жыл бұрын

@@marcsiegfried8247 Southern Colorado is where the Banana Belt is. That's where I live. ;-) Almost 9,000 feet and the weather is very similar to the Front Range, instead of places like Aspen. Not meaning to sound like a jerk, just clarifying. :-)

@rustynails8756 3 жыл бұрын

@@marcsiegfried8247 ahhh that perspective thing, I imagine folks from California would say you have loads of room. LOL, but know what you mean:).

@pamelabranch5865 3 жыл бұрын

And us southern folks is wanting to move to the mountains to get away from the heat and humidity.....Lol....wait until its 115 degrees and 100 percent humidity

@lakesuperiorgirl17 3 жыл бұрын

That's funny I'm from Minnesota

@wayneguess7946 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Florida! And YES, when it's really hot, it rains almost every evening! LOL

@cindye2423 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for the heads up! Good to know! These people sound like they are completely nuts! 🐿👍

@charlenecastaldo3602 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! You must have been exhausted. I hope you're rested now and in a better RV park. Oh my goodness! Crazy stuff. Who could not love your adorable kids?!

@donbruder6838 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that’s crazy,we’re heading to Florida the end of December definitely won’t be stopping at that KOA !! Thanks for the heads up.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Sure thing! And thanks for watching.

@cynthiagriffin5291 3 жыл бұрын

Griffin state park in Fruitland $20 night they have some full hookup sites for that amount.

@cynthiagriffin5291 3 жыл бұрын

Check out silver springs state park

@motorhomemac 3 жыл бұрын

@@cynthiagriffin5291 👍

@shannonhandrich6979 2 ай бұрын

If you go to a KOA don't let them talk you into a yearly membership you never can get into a camping spot when u needed it and you paid for a yearly membership 2 camp and you can't even use it when u needed it its a waste of money you want to use a KOA you probably should pay 2 yrs up frount then schedule your camping vacation will take a year to 2 years in advance so you can get your spot and utilize the money u spent on there yr member ship!

@chrissimmons8794 3 жыл бұрын

you guys are so real!! Thanks for the update.

@susangeorge6782 Жыл бұрын

Your situation is not their business. Period. Thanks for sharing, cuz I don't ever want to give that place my business!

@darlinelee17 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Florida! I live in the Wekiva springs area. It’s a great place to live with family. The Apopka campground isn’t a family campground. Try the Wekiva Springs.

@rvdogfl 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Florida. Florida is full of grumpy old folks. Be forewarned if you buy a house with a HOA be ready for more drama. HOA neighborhoods normally are not RV friendly. Check out Kelly park Rock Springs in Apopka and the kids will have a lot of fun.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Will do and thanks! We were fortunate enough to find a house with no HOA

@bobdavid2802 3 жыл бұрын

You are a absolutely correct,that why we now live in TN

@gsp49 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, HOAs are a curse!

@coolcutsgal2 3 жыл бұрын

Rock Springs is beautiful. The springs are Crystal clear! Wish i would have known that you were relocating to FL last year... I just sold my place in Lake County for a song! I drive a flat 450 miles. I have driven from Southern California straight through to DeLand, FL in 3 days i was wrecked! But I did it! Your rig isn't a "older" rig, your site doesn't look like a mess... And I'd definitely speak to the KOA owner... Kids(?) Oh yeah thats discrimination

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

CA to FL in 3 days would be quite the trek! We tried to talk to the KOA owners to no avail.

@HappilyEverHanks 3 жыл бұрын

So I guess we will be bad, if we want to raise our kids in an RV full time someday??? That’s crazy! We are actually headed into Colorado tomorrow to explore...but during good weather lol. Thanks for sharing! ~Renee and Kyle

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. It was crazy for sure (these campground owners mentality)

@stevenhinds4907 5 ай бұрын

Hey Hank & Naynay!

@1010109999999 3 жыл бұрын

You guys seem like very nice people was getting ready to get me a travel trailer but after hearing what you guys said no way now thanks for the info I'll camp in my backyard

@LilLoopie 3 жыл бұрын

My parents used to pull us from school to vacation off season every year and we were blessed by it. We didn't go RV full time, but my parents did for a while after retirement. In a few months, I'll be living in a trailer indefinitely and I'm actually looking forward to it!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Best wishes in your travels!

@LilLoopie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I hope I see you out there.

@Beingbethunes 3 жыл бұрын

We live fulltime in our bus and you wouldn't believe the amount of discrimination we get for "forcing our kids" to live in a bus. I think its just people who are unhappy in their own lives and they want others to be as miserable as they are.

@64maxpower 3 жыл бұрын

Don't take it personal. In these times it seems people are changing the focus from their own lives to how others should be living. The joke is on them. Your kids are the ones getting a proper education with homeschooling while the rest of the country school system is upside down because of the "virus"

@aaaaaaa4821 3 жыл бұрын

As long as the kids are Safe, Feed, And Clean Thats All that should matter F the Haters Theyre Miserable in their Lives Good luck to you and your Family✨💖

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@meanderingmama2926 3 жыл бұрын

The president FORCES his kids to live in the white house Many inner city kids are forced to live in the projects etc etc Aren't all kids "forced" to live wherever their parents/gaurdians/providers live?! Ridiculous statement.

@kimberlyjeanpierre7540 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry you're having trouble its not right you should be able to park ..

@daretodream...898 3 жыл бұрын

Your dog is nice. Keep your dog and children away from ALL fresh water ... ponds, rivers, etc. Gators will be there. And check the bottom of every pool before you jump in ... every time.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and good advice.

@LoveLivingLoveNow 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to add make sure the dog doesn't drink anything! May cause serious harm or death. Much water contamination. ☹️ On other safety - I'm buying a new 🔥 extinguisher asap. Thx.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, thanks and we will make sure to keep our doggo away from any water. 😀

@jenniferlee7167 3 жыл бұрын

Watch out for venomous snakes too!

@bigeyetuna6228 3 жыл бұрын

Also don’t eat the yellow snow, ever!!!

@suzem343 Жыл бұрын

I am excited to see you are now based in Florida! I am not far from Apopka, around 35 miles toward Daytona. I am SO sorry you had that experience at the KOA in Apopka! 🥵 I hope you were able to get a complaint filed and some satisfaction. I'm still watching your vids (and really enjoying them!), so there may be a follow-up I haven't seen yet, lol. That is ridiculous how you were treated - and you weren't planning to stay there more than a month or so!

@Knuckledragnation 9 ай бұрын

The Goog? 🤣🤣🤣 Like you said first time in 3 years you’ve run into a situation like this. Yes you two are extremely lucky. My wife and I travel by way of a motorcycle and trailer and have had several stops that didn’t seem to go our way. Good luck in Florida and I wish you guys and your children well!

@Mechanical_Mind 3 жыл бұрын

We moved down to central FL in March of 2019 after selling off everything back in TN. We brought our 2 kids, a 3 yrs old and 5 yr old. We planned to live in our TT for about a year. We pick Wekiva RV park in Sorrento (very close to Sanford). While it wasnt perfect it was welcoming to full timers and family's. Our kids had a blast and made tons of friends. Our entire street was full of kids. I think the park management actully did that on purpose but it worked for us. My wife and I also made some great friends there too.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks awesome to hear!

@kenzo353 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience definitely will not be stopping at this KOA.

@williamnale7835 2 жыл бұрын

KOA = Keeping Out Americans

@7Aheadfamily 2 жыл бұрын

You guys handled this with grace. Good job

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

@bradyrodgers9714 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos. Our typical driving day is until we have to stop because we're too tired to drive. Most of our trips are longer than a day, so we drive 10-12 hours, with stops for gas, bathroom and food. Works for us. We had a truck/trailer and another car, so we can't switch either. We'd never get anywhere on 4 hours a day. Wow. Full timers in a 37' class A. Fire extinguishers by generator and front door.

@kevinengland8209 3 жыл бұрын

Good Luck with the adventures!!! Good Times !!!!!

@loismuller7537 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Florida philosophy! That's why we moved after 30+ Years. Best wishes for the future.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. 😄

@daveweisenburg4016 3 жыл бұрын

My name is Dave, I keep my extinguisher by the entrance of my RV.

@tonyvalero7464 Жыл бұрын

We are full time in our RV and couldn’t put up with people criticizing us because our 5th wheel is too old for a month to month. Now mind you our RV is in great shape and not broken down RV. So we found a guy who was renting out his 3 acres and only wanted an RV there, so we got the place for a great price to rent. We’ve been in parks like that and can’t stand people like that.

@jafo68 3 жыл бұрын

All I got to say is that KOA is a joke . I would definitely turn that owner into the main headquarters. Enjoy your travels with your kids and family . Thank you for letting more people know about that KOA and the horrible owner. Stay safe out there on the road .

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@garyslo-pokeguillory8543 Жыл бұрын

I only stay at a koa as a last resort. They are the McDonald's of the camping world!

@jeffwalker1322 3 жыл бұрын

KOAs are overpriced and not the best of campgrounds by a long shot. That being said, people in the US are becoming rude and hard to deal with in general.

@freelander4058 3 жыл бұрын

This is what happens when you stop people from interacting with each other The more they fear living the more you will get this People are getting more rude and nasty all over the world not just America.

@mariannesouza8326 3 жыл бұрын

@@freelander4058 If you’re referring to social distancing, etc., that’s what’s necessary and the responsible thing to do - in a pandemic.

@collinsfriend1 3 жыл бұрын

I think too much work pressure and win at any cost mentality and anger at being taken advantage of or being bullied and if there's a hint of it- over reaction.

@mrhowell6842 3 жыл бұрын

KOAs used to be good. Not anymore.

@midwesternmann6290 2 жыл бұрын

@@mariannesouza8326 yes, it has showed the typical traditionalism are gross. Sorry I dont want you breathing down my neck waiting in line.

@BuckleUpButtercupTV 3 жыл бұрын

What a crazy experience! I hope we never have to go through that!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

We hope no one else has to go through this type of discrimination.

@gailivey2015 Жыл бұрын

When I was younger, I was able to drive 10 hours without getting tired as long as I made it an absolute rule to stop every 2 hours on the dot and get out and walk around for 10 minutes or so. Now, I get tired after 2.5 hours, but I"m older and have health problems to deal with.

@joysoul4089 3 жыл бұрын

SO funny! We just retired and live near the coast - I can hardly wait to get away from the heat and humidity, but we have some things to do first.

@JamereEats 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I SEEN THIS VIDEO TO CHECK THE REVIEWS OF PLACES ALSO 😂😂

@hmarv347 3 жыл бұрын

Florida rv parks typically cater to the retired snowbirds.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

So we’re finding out 🤣

@gailhitson6722 3 жыл бұрын

These places are being shut down, one after another. Most of the older folks living in such places are being priced out by individuals buying these parks, significantly increasing fees, and since they can't afford it the older folks must move. Usually they have to move out of state due to increases in costs over the last ten years because of real estate flipping at ridiculous prices. Most of the elderly keep to themselves and stay out of other people's lives, however, some of the recent residents who are very wealthy and invest in real estate are indeed making rules and turning everything upside down in Florida. There are plenty of RV parks, if one is unfriendly don't hesitate to move on to another. They're not supposed to discriminate against families with children, but due to recent changes across the US, such discrmination is rampant. Consider staying on BLM land or with individuals who rent out RV spaces and will welcome you. Just saying the truth here.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info.

@MsTerrieLynn 3 жыл бұрын

"apparently rains every day in FL". Hahaha. Did you even check out FL?? Why did you decide to move here? Do you know we have huge bugs and gators too?? You probably are very nice people, just tired and whiny.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

We know there are bugs and gators 🐊 - we moved here for nicer weather year round and to be closer to the 🌊🌊🏄🏼‍♂️🏄🏼‍♂️

@mcotton71 Жыл бұрын

When we are traveling in our current bus we don’t mind doing a 10 to 14 hour day. Now when I was driving our previous rv a Discovery I was done after about 8 hours. I do admit I love driving and the travel days or as good for me as the exploring days.

@DosBrosSouthbay 2 жыл бұрын

That’s crazy KOA’s Main thing is being kids friendly we went to Arizona one and they were so great about it And it was super fun and nobody went even passed our picnic table. Great video btw

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@davidharper1872 3 жыл бұрын

How did you pick Apopka? I live nearby, and often pass that KOA, but I have never stayed there. Thanks for saving me the trouble!

@wmason1961 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Florida. You may have just found out why I relocated to Missouri in '92. I have never regretted leaving Florida.

@LilyGazou 3 жыл бұрын

Which part of Florida were you living in?

@wmason1961 3 жыл бұрын

@@LilyGazou when I left I was living in Tampa. I graduated High school in Okeechobee.

@tcb1017 3 жыл бұрын

Great point !

@frenchfryfarmer436 3 жыл бұрын

@@wmason1961canoeing Fish Eating Creek...snakes in the trees, snapping turtles on the logs, gators in the water....yikes!

@resharddurdley6987 3 жыл бұрын

Neither have I. I left Florida in 2009 and never looked back, EVER.

@MarkZimmermanKicksAss 3 жыл бұрын

My daughter and I lived in our Thomas Transitliner conversion from 1st - 8th grade for her. She says it was hard for some things, but she maintains she had the coolest childhood ever.

@MichaelEatonMagic 3 жыл бұрын

Went down the KZfaq rabbit hole and ended up here. I live in Altamonte Springs but just bought a home in Apopka. Glad to see this video. Welcome to Florida!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ludabithiah 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! That’s is not the KOA I will ever stay even for one night.

@mariannesouza8326 3 жыл бұрын

OMG! What a mess. 😏 When I was a child, even in my teens, I would’ve been in heaven if I were living in an RV.

@AGM-ts5bb 3 жыл бұрын

There's a fairly short window of time that kids would be interested in exploring our countries. It's a great education, and should be taken advantage of.

@mariannesouza8326 3 жыл бұрын

@@AGM-ts5bb I agree! 🗺 🚌

@yvettewilliams4893 2 жыл бұрын

Due to all of the wonderful stories I've heard and the many videos I've seen where full-time rv'ers, vanlifers, and buslifers with their children made me wish that my husband and I could've done something so beautiful with our son! The world itself is one gigantic classroom so I simply don't understand how anyone could think that children experiencing life on a bigger & better level could be being harmed?🙄👀. Heck they're getting to meet people from other places and learning so many new & exciting things! Aw man, fresh air, beautiful sunsets, awesome sunrises, time spent with mom & dad who's homeschooling their kids, I mean who could ask for more???? I would have loved to have spent much more time with our only child the way that today's Nomads are doing instead of my husband and I constantly working & working! Your kids are sooooo lucky & blessed and they will always be so grateful to you guys for the glorious life experiences you showed them as kids....💜💜

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

💙💙

@revealrevelation9083 Жыл бұрын

This experience with the KOA owner in Florida has to a personal feeling . Which is rude and unprofessional. This rv life is mobile home🤷🏽‍♀️it’s still housing for a family with or without children rather it’s moving and or none moving.

@kathyohara6658 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂🤣 crazy how people imagine they have the full info on how children should be raised. How many children are homeless with a parent on the street......and yet..... I am a teacher on another continent and I can think of nothing more educational than travel. Add the benefits of a smaller carbon footprint and the social skills. If we have to live according to other peoples opinions, we would all be stuck in a rut of overdrafts, mortgages, and stress. Live your dream life your way.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Well said!

@danielfegley2735 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with everything you just said except for the small carbon footprint you're driving the gas hog but I really don't believe in this whole global warming thing

@elisabethairey3447 3 жыл бұрын

Well that KOA sounds crazy. Looking forward to some central Florida ideas for camping. :D

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and we have some excellent ideas for central Florida camping that we can’t wait to show you :)

@jamesvaughn9059 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the Journey. Life had a similar experience at an RV park in Florida. There must be something in the water down there.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

We saw their video about their experience too. Crazy.

@lindastarling9170 2 жыл бұрын

In both my class A and luxury C motorhomes, I had one fire extinguisher mounted on the wall near the floor by the back left corner of the drivers seat so it could be quickly grabbed by the driver or quickly grabbed just by reaching inside the drivers door. A second fire extinguisher was always mounted within reach just inside the main cabin door so it could be quickly grabbed from outside or inside. Again, the second one was near the floor as well so it was within reach without having to use the stairs. Could just open the door and reach in and grab it. That way there was one on each side of the motorhome and could be grabbed almost immediately. I’ve since seen a fire blanket advertised and I’m very interested in adding that to my preparedness tools.

@chanteldru5904 3 жыл бұрын

Usually we do like 12 hour driving days we have two little ones and we do truck stops to just sleep until we get to our destination :)

@beckylangley4833 3 жыл бұрын

People need to get a hold of the main Koa and report this park.

@howie119 3 жыл бұрын

How did the mastectomy go Becky ?

@jodytipton12 3 жыл бұрын

Ty for this bc I know where not to stay now.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and listening to our story

@lieseambrose3461 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I are 1st time, full live in RV'ers. Due to Covid, rent inflation. ,etc. We are in a Heartland Pioneer BH270 pull behind. Our fire extinguisher is by the front door. In the rv for a year now. I Love the tips and trick and hack videos. I WISH WE KNEW BACK THEN WHAT WE KNOW NOW ABOUT RV LIVING. Your videos are Very Inspirational for when we can upgrade to a bigger and better rv. So Please, keep the videos coming. Have a Wonderful Blessed Day ! ⚘❤

@martyh4777 9 ай бұрын

Fire-extinguisher: 1 x small one next to the driver seat, 1 x regular size one next to the entrance door, fire-blanket next to the propane stove, small-fire-extinguisher in the back of the motorhome, automatic extinguisher devices behind and one under the fridge.

@stevegable58 3 жыл бұрын

I usually limit my driving to 3 hours. I can leave at leisure in the morning, stop about each hour for Molly, my dog, and early arrival at a nice boondocking spot. Time to walk about and/or relax and enjoy being where ever we are.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

That seems like a good idea.

@helderfernandes6283 3 жыл бұрын

In Norway they would be very glad to welcome any family, with or without kids, for a whole month! That camping park is going to be out of business some day soon

@Powerfade54 3 жыл бұрын

Little tough to drive to Norway. jus sayin...

@danielfegley2735 3 жыл бұрын

They're trying to get away from the cold

@romanfields7900 2 жыл бұрын

@Yu Kay what color?

@elpayin1 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry guys but, in many campgrounds and/or moblé home places they don’t allow children and as travelers you should know that. The problem here would be if it was posted or not.

@davidmichael9275 2 жыл бұрын

Wrong. Plenty of people will go there just because there's no kids. A while back a local restaurant created a new rule that said "no kids under 16 yrs old." They got ROASTED in the local press. I was a regular, and a month into it I asked how it was going. The owner said "We're up 42% in sales year over year."

@kevinreist7718 Жыл бұрын

Try a Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Campground. They are truly kid friendly and family oriented. Never had a bad stay at one. Sorry that there are places that are run like that.

@terrijackson575 2 жыл бұрын

I found out through 2 UTuber’s from the UK who bought a van that they loss through a fire, that you can buy these fire extinguishers that have some kind of a sensor on them & will automatically combust if there happens to be a fire. Haven’t researched how they work exactly. But thought that was interesting. You might look into those for your RV??

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info

@dylanfromflorida1619 3 жыл бұрын

I was born and raised in Florida for the first 10 years of my live and now I’m almost 11 me and my parents live in our rv your not alone a lot of people life in their rv with kids just subscribed looking forward to seeing your adventures!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Best wishes in your travels.

@noworries.8601 3 жыл бұрын

From a native Floridian who recently relocated to CO, welcome to Florida. Please accept my apologies for what you encountered at the KOA and all the other rude peeps you will encounter. It may be less apparent in Central Fl, but definitely a common occurrence. But do not despair, you will also meet some pretty amazing people. Happy transition to your new home base.

@Fektthis 2 жыл бұрын

Now, now. Let's be honest here. What is the Florida state motto? Welcome to Florida, Come for Vacation, Leave on Probation. Pretty sure they have that on some bumper stickers so you can remember your visit.

@lisabarnes-tapscott1468 4 ай бұрын

@@Fektthiscome back on violation.

@zuzu2416 2 жыл бұрын

We don’t travel in a Class A (a teardrop T@B is our home away from home) but we too agree that enjoying state , national or city parks are really great when it comes to a positive camping experience with or without children. We will be in the Keys from time to time and have had more issues with unruly grown ups than kids. Either way - sounds like this KOA needs new management!! It’s been a year since you posted this video - but it has been equally insightful and helpful as all your others before and after! Thanks for sharing your experience and “keeping it real” for all of us!

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the comment

@MsCyberNewt Жыл бұрын

OMG I can't believe this. I don't have kids- I raise and show dogs- I love the opportunity to be around kids for socializing puppies! And also- my experience has been that people who homeschool (as your friends that are full time RV lifestylers probably do) have the best behaved kids! I can't believe anyone would discriminate against you for having kids! That is insane!

@tammiehinkle2040 Жыл бұрын

It's because we are around our kiddos 24/7, in a small space...so 1)we don't have the guilt that working parents have, 2)we don't put up with stuff, because we cannot!! Can you imagine complete chaos in 3-400sq ft??? I am a homeschooling, full-time RV mama of 5, trust me, I know this well :-) I am CONSTANTLY told how well behaved my kiddos are, honestly I wish my kiddos were the rule rather than the exception!!

@bellasmom2597 Жыл бұрын

There are adults only communities for a few reasons. The sex offenders have to live somewhere. Why would you want to be someplace that is adults only?

@miketlane Жыл бұрын

@@bellasmom2597 most adult only sites have a criminal background check so chimos cant be there either. it usually older retired people in those. im in one of the very few RV parks in phenox that allows under 55 and no back ground check. several chimos here i think 15 now and alot of kids. the other under 55 i was at with a back ground check was pretty slummy and in the city with lots of homeless wandering the un gated park. all the really nice ones are 55 and older, gated, pool. hot tub and games but absolutely no kids allowed. sad huh the only places here in Px RVs can have kids are slumy and or with sex offenders.

@Redandranger 4 ай бұрын

@@tammiehinkle2040 By who? Other RVers? Not exactly a cross section of America because most of us have real jobs that allow you to go RVing year round.

@Redandranger 4 ай бұрын

@@miketlane And you know who the sex offenders are how?

@rickyt51 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you made it ok to your new home state. Sorry for the troubles on KOA. Shame on them. Love your videos. Good content.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the well wishes and thanks for watching.

@kj6dwx 3 жыл бұрын

We kept one extinguisher by the door to grab on the way out as needed. Other one was mounted in the galley

@sixinarow1 Жыл бұрын

I keep my fire extinguishers one at he door (I have a Chinook that is a rear entry) one at the front passthrough and a small one at the stove.

@cripplermaximus Жыл бұрын

Wow. That is some real BS! I think y’all are awesome for taking the kids on the road!

@leonascherer1617 3 жыл бұрын

We normally keep the drive time down to 3 hours between camp grounds. It is stressful to drive longer than that.

@metatechnologist 2 жыл бұрын

This is really important. This goes for any road travel imo.

@cynthiam9960 3 жыл бұрын

I like to drive 12 hours. It’s not family friendly. I lived in a town house in Florida. Senior’s don’t like kids In the pool and just walking anywhere. I told many seniors to leave my kids alone. I own here too

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Cynthia. And good point!

@whiskeyncash1487 3 жыл бұрын

I bet those old farts weren’t even from there either.

@mistyabernot 2 жыл бұрын

Subscribed immediately 🙌🏻❤️ thank you for this kind of content!

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub and for watching! 💙

@cb1837 3 ай бұрын

I have wondered about family friendly campgrounds. My husband an I want to start a family friendly campground when he retires from the military. I just found your channel tonight I'm so glad I did. I love it!!!

@carmenmartinez2882 3 жыл бұрын

Ridiculous! I don’t RV I tent camp and got my son camping as young as 4 yrs old. As long as the children are respectful, that goes the same for adults, is a way to teach them to cherish nature, respect, and so much more. I love to hear their laughter and the interesting questions they come up with, then again I’m a retired elementary teacher so I love those little sponges soaking all that’s taught to them.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@taradenise77 3 жыл бұрын

This sounds like another family that I watched on here lol

@joeymorris4863 2 жыл бұрын

This location is noted. Thanks for the heads up. I don’t have kids, So this place sounds perfect for me. It’s quiet. 🤗

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@dalespencer803 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear this. I cannot wait to get started. I hope that within a year I and my wife will be on wheels and mobile.

@GratefulGlamper 2 жыл бұрын

Best wishes in your dream to be mobile!

@corgily 3 жыл бұрын

I hope that sun shines on you in future

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Shawnsrobloxworld 3 жыл бұрын

Ive never been to a KOA that was very friendly. And I´ve been to a lot of campgrounds.

@FireplugKLR 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Florida, we are almost neighbors as we live in Eustis. If you have not been, you should visit Kelly Park and tube down the spring, one of my favorite local spots.

@awayfromhome1 Ай бұрын

We grew up in north central Florida and are familiar with the Florida of 50 yrs ago. Sorry to hear about your experience as we have 15 grandchildren and love kids. My wife and I are starting our Class A RV experience this weekend for the first time and looking forward to it. I really appreciate your videos and will look at more I'm sure. Charity, the first time dumper was greatest. We're in our 70's, traveled all over the world and are looking forward to our RV trip to Colorado this summer and beyond.

@douglaspayne8065 3 жыл бұрын

Travel day is called 4x4. We can do 400 miles by 4-4:30 leaving at 8 am or sooner

@n2malinois 3 жыл бұрын

If you ever have time to visit the KOA in Rodanthe NC, it is amazing. We don't even have an RV but just happened to be passing by and wanted to check it out. The manager was super helpful and riendly. I would definitely recommend this location.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome and good to know. We will add it to our list of places to check out.

@iglapsu88 3 жыл бұрын

They should advertise as a 55 and over RV Park. They can't have it both ways. Good job! Thanks for the content!

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed and thanks for watching.

@user-dd6rs1di5e 2 ай бұрын

Retired military, regular army, and National Guard. We used to travel 10 hours anytime we traveled that was the max to see you guys love watching your channel love catching up on YP. Hope everybody’s doing well. Stay safe and be kind to one another.

@tazhorse 3 жыл бұрын

Our fire extinguisher is right inside our back door. Easy to grab in an emergency

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Good place for it!

@confabulouscruisers 3 жыл бұрын

Fire extinguisher by camper door. We also want one near the driver seat

@youmeplus3992 Жыл бұрын

Traveling is the best for children these are memories they will cherish forever

@dannybarnhill2135 Жыл бұрын

Love all the info. We keep our fire extinguishers in open site, one just inside door, one in bedroom, one in kitchen and one mounted on rear of RV outside.

@GratefulGlamper Жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@Shannon5909 2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't matter how flat you make a pancake, there are still 2 sides to it.

@tashacherry1480 2 жыл бұрын

Great metaphor, definitely using it. 👌

@Shannon5909 2 жыл бұрын

Easy way to avoid this in the future would be to do your research...their campground, their rules.

@woodrow1037 3 жыл бұрын

My brain is screaming "PLEASE GET TO THE POINT!". I'm done.

@justparkerhere1260 3 жыл бұрын

My husband is a travel nurse so we are full time RVing, but in one city for 3 months at a time (with children). Thanks for the heads up about the KOA in Apopka. Lol I love how people make assumptions about your children or what’s best for them without even knowing them or you. 🤷‍♀️ We are about to head back to Florida for 3 months and we’ll def be avoiding that place. We are new at full time RVing, but my kiddos couldn’t be happier about it. They are loving the adventure and all of the things and places they are now getting to see that they never were able to experience before.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Best wishes in your journeys. We found a family friendly RV park in Winter Garden if you’re look for a place in the Northern Orlando area.

@saltyd2137 Жыл бұрын

I drive a Class C and I keep right by the door and one by the stove when I am parked. I also just bought one for the cab area.

@dannyfullbright1049 3 жыл бұрын

I learned many years DON'T STAY AT KOA. I think I tried it 4-7 maybe times and ran into a problem every time. Its not the only place to camp go somewhere else. I haven tried one in about 23 years and will not try one again.

@johnmitchell2845 3 жыл бұрын

First of all I am a 78 year old old fart and noise doesn't bother me at all! I find it easy to find a campground that allows kids and I pets. If you find a campground that doesn't, there are always more and far better places available. As for fire extinguisher placement, I have four attached to my kitchen island and they are never in the way as well as easily accessible. Over fifty years of camping have taught me many litter tricks to make the process very enjoyable. Thanks for letting me bend your ears.

@GratefulGlamper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment!