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ROUGH START IN YELLOWSTONE | BIG GIVEAWAY | THIS ONE MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE TRUCK S4 || Ep54
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We optimistically head to a first come, first serve campground, Norris, in Yellowstone National Park hoping to find a site that will fit us. After almost 2 hours of waiting, we get the very last site. Too bad we can’t fit into it. 😳
After almost breaking the RV and getting yelled at by park rangers, we finally find a place to stay. The next morning we head out into the park to hike the terraces at Mammoth Springs. A few storms roll through, bringing more double rainbows our way! Unfortunately, they also bring more hail.
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@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
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@jenmartin6347 3 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie, this episode had me a little stressed for yall and now has me freaked as we are scheduled to head to Yellowstone this summer. But man those views look totally worth it! We sooooo want those steps, entering now. Woohoo....go Bucs!!!!
@davebaibak2324 3 жыл бұрын
Great videos! Entered the giveaway for those steps, we have been shopping for them since getting our trailer last August. We have been enjoying watching your videos over the past few months.
@fourdoorexpeditioner1570 3 жыл бұрын
@@jenmartin6347 we were there for 4 days in June 2017 and woke to small hail one night, and 2” of snow another. All our pictures show us wearing down winter jackets. Have fun this summer, wish I was going back for round 3
@marytyra1030 3 жыл бұрын
Sad! I just found you after the Super Bowl
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@jenmartin6347 You guys will be fine! Just keep a good eye on the weather! There is so much to see and we hope you enjoy it just has much as we did! And thanks for entering the giveaway!
@kathleenrutherford733 2 жыл бұрын
Always remove the sway bars when backing up and a tight turn. Never be afraid to unhook and reposition your tow vehicle
@electriccuts 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, this is what I do when I am trying to get into a tight space.
@thehandyhusband2860 5 ай бұрын
Makes a massive difference
@patrickhoins8333 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Glacier National Parks is my goal this year to visit. I see your determination to live the dream. I’ve been battling stage 4 sarcoma cancer since 2014 and I’ve never traveled in a RV across country so I too am determined to do so. I got me a 3/5 tone Ford and a 5th wheel Grand Design Reflection 260RD so thank you for sharing your journey as this can be finding My someday.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
So sorry you have had such a long battle with such a nasty disease. Congratulations on your truck and rig and making the decision to get out there and see what you want. Everyone’s SOMEDAY is different. The only thing that matters is that you take the leap to seek it out. Hope you have the most amazing trip! Please send us photos either on Facebook, Instagram or email: jessie@findingoursomeday.com. We would love to see them! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
@patrickhoins8333 3 жыл бұрын
@@FindingOurSomeday I sure will
@william1452 3 жыл бұрын
We have been to Grand Teton/Yellowstone every year since 2001, sometimes multiple visits and it never gets old. There is something magical about entering those parks. Every time we go it still feels like the first time! This year 3 weeks at the end of August. Can’t wait. Please love and respect it during your visit.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We most assuredly love and respect the area, don’t let the little bit of “drama” from this video make you think differently 😃enjoy you time , look forward to when we can return again, possibly this summer....
@davidtotten618 3 жыл бұрын
My wife and I are “half timers”. We spend about 6 to seven months a year in our 28ft TT. All our friends ask us why we don’t get a bigger one and this is why. National parks and National forest are, for the most part, older and just don’t have many spaces for bigger rigs. Personally, I would prefer even shorter, like our old 24ft, but we just couldn’t find one that would work for us when we brought the grandkids along. We love Yellowstone,and are avid wolf watchers, usually spending at least a couple weeks there every year. (We are however going to skip this year because of road work that is going on.). If you haven’t been to Glacier, Yellowstone, and Teton, please put it on your bucket list. Cell service as noted is practically non existent, ( that should change soon as the park is allowing some towers to be build.) so plan ahead!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
That’s full time 😎 32 feet or less and your golden(were 35.5)! I don’t blame you for staying short! Even we are constantly dwarfed when we park next to other full time RVrs . That’s good news about the cell towers, well I think it’s good... we have been to Glacier 3 times we will be there in a couple episodes for the second time we visited. We came to Yellowstone from the Tetons (previous episode to this)
@gregnauertz1138 3 жыл бұрын
When backing into tight spots, take the load leveling bars off. I have the same hitch and found that removing the bars always makes backing up much easier.
@AN-kg4ei 3 жыл бұрын
not always the best plan but sometimes if on loose dirt or gravel, you can skid the trailer maybe a foot to gain access. We just camped somewhere with a stump in exactly the same place a d same issue with slide... eventually got it in but it was a little sketchy.
@clifwilks 3 жыл бұрын
I've been told by numerous long time rv'ers that you can actually damage your levelers by backing up with them attached....jus an FYI by the way nice truck.....my next one for sure.
@AN-kg4ei 3 жыл бұрын
@@clifwilks Some are designed to be used that way. My Blue Ox Swaypro lists it as a feature as I remember.
@kathleenrutherford733 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! And don't be afraid to unhook and reposition your tow vehicle to make it work!
@jessdigs 2 жыл бұрын
I added a front hitch receiver also. You can really maneuver when your steer wheels are close to the hitch. Like using a forklift to move a trailer
@dillonspencer3064 3 жыл бұрын
My wife and I did Yellowstone and Grand Teton NP in July 2020 and had the exact same hail experience at Yellowstone but we were in a tent! It collapsed and got everything wet, while inconvenient it made for an unforgettable experience.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, as concerned as we were with hail damage. We were worried about the people in the tents, we checked with all that were close to us and the all said they were fine. Most just went into there cars. Unforgettable indeed😃
@karengodsey2919 3 жыл бұрын
First time we went, we had a 36 ft 5th wheel and was a last moment idea, so no reservations. But thanks to a couple of other campers helped us get into our spot. One guy even moved his RV so we had more room to back in. Been back a couple times, but now we take our cargo trailer.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I’m always happy to hear stories like this, thank you!
@doubledforge 3 жыл бұрын
The trick to backing into a tight spot, is the initial approach to the site and setup in preparation to backing into the site. My wife and I also carry 2-way radios (simple radios from Walmart) so we can easily communicate while she's spotting me, as I back in.
@marielange9077 3 жыл бұрын
Spectacular footage of places I haven't seen in others' vlogs of Yellowstone. Many thanks to Corey for taking/making this vlog, & his lovely family for waiting for him. This was a real treat.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
My family is always so supportive of me trying to “get the shot” 😃 we share the more typical Yellowstone sites in the next video, sorry🙈 hope you still enjoy it though if you watch!
@calebthomas7711 2 жыл бұрын
I own a 36 ft travel trailer and I found tight spots taking the sway bars off gives me a little more wiggle room and easier to maneuver the rig around. Hope this helps.
@armoredsaint6639 2 жыл бұрын
I have found most RV’ers don’t buy an RV and then upgrade to a larger one they typically buy too big of an RV and then have to buy a smaller one after they’ve gained some wisdom and insight!
@michaelkluckhohn6021 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Just a few things. 1. Lamar valley and Hayden valley are where the most wildlife is not the southern part, FYI. 2. Just because you are in a rush and people are actually using turnouts to see wildlife and features how about respect the park. Also way to go when getting off the road and worrying about the truck more than the park.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Great comment. Just a few things 1. Any reference to wildlife was only directly related to the 2 roads that run north to south . One road has more wildlife then the other, the lake side. 2. The traffic comments were purely a PSA to stay alert when driving through national parks, We have driven through many, many National Parks and know exactly what to expect. 3. I honestly have no idea what your talking about. Yes I like my truck, most of my talk about it is humor though. I was however taught growing up to take care of the things you own, and respect other people’s property. We make every effort to leave a place better then when we arrive. Have a good week!
@ourlifeunanchored 3 жыл бұрын
Man Yellowstone is beautiful we need to go see it in person!! Thank you guys for sharing it with us and also showing the true RV challenges.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
You really do need to visit! The challenges are always worth it😃
@LivinginOurNow 3 жыл бұрын
All I could think of was "oh man Corey's truck is getting dirty!!!" Glad you guys were able to maneuver your way into the other site. We can't wait to visit Yellowstone - some day! Stay safe out there guys 😀
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We were happy as well, when we left the first site we really thought we were leaving. It was awesome that it worked out!
@robertdean2410 3 жыл бұрын
@@FindingOurSomeday In my past travel trailer days with just my wife and myself, I discovered using 2 way radios (walki-talkies) to help with backing into rv sites and avoid having to jump out and in and screaming at each other to get parked. I just happened to stumble across your site and haven't read much info. about your ch.. You may already use that method by using more up to date devices that I could not tell by only watching just 1 or 2 vids. I understand how stressful rving can be at times like that, I've been there. It's been 10-12 years since my travel trailer days and I know a lot has changed. Just thought I could pass on a bit of helpful knowledge. Just sayin.
@FindingOurSomeday 2 жыл бұрын
@@robertdean2410 thank you for your comment! We use our cell phones to communicate and get backed into a site!🙌
@bobabooie6389 3 жыл бұрын
I learned something new by reading the comments I never thought of disconnecting my weight distribution bars when backing into tight spots. That's a good tip everybody thanks
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
So many good suggestions and recommendations in this community! We are thankful for everyone who has written in with a helpful tip!
@angelar3086 3 жыл бұрын
I visited and left my ❤️ in Yellowstone in 2019. Ate at the restaurant at mammoth...best darn food and bread was soooo incredibly fresh....must be the minerals in the water. Love this place!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We’ll have to try that place the next time we are there! Sounds delicious!
@777jamesrc 3 жыл бұрын
I was glad I didn’t attempt to fit my travel trailer in the park. I stayed outside of Cody on the East entrance. My favorite trip addition was to download the audio tour.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Will have to try the audio tour, I hadn’t heard of that, thank you!
@thomasmorrow8629 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone is a Awesome place. I was there in July 2019 and was lucky enough to be there on the 4th of July to witness the Fireworks display in West Yellowstone.:-)
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
That sounds pretty awesome I didn’t know they did fireworks over there!
@sallyclemmer8517 3 жыл бұрын
I loved Yellowstone! Family vacation when I was a kid and then again just a few years ago with husband and grandkids!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
It’s definitely a place you can keep going back too! I hope we are able to go, like yourself, for many years to come.
@Flap999 3 жыл бұрын
When my parents retired years ago their first RV was a class a and it was enormous and off they went. My mother came back with so many stories of my pop scraping the trees losing hubcaps, on and on and on and I swear he went two shades grayer that first trip. Over the years they downsized until they ended up in a class C. You kids are living the dream. Good in ya! 🙂👍🏻
@13Bull13 3 жыл бұрын
Most people don’t realize you need to take off your anti-sway bars before you do maneuvering into your campsite especially if it’s more than just a easy straight back. You do not want to put your hitch into a bind. It’s not what it’s designed for. Remove that equipment and even your electrical cord if you can.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We definitely should have taken it off first for this, your right!
@gcflower99 3 жыл бұрын
Don't need to take 'em off, just loosen them down to the last chain link and they dangle nicely and do not bind. More importantly, the anti-sway (if present) should be loosened to allow the pivot with ease. The SOLUTION, if you want one, is to install a front hitch. You could put that trailer in much more easily, because the steer tires are much closer to the pivot point.
@13Bull13 3 жыл бұрын
@@gcflower99 Losned, taken off. Whatever, you get the point.😜
@justinmorton3050 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!!! We visited Yellowstone June 2020 during our out west trip from Ohio. Hit 15 national parks in 87 days. Yellowstone is at the top! We camped in West Yellowstone at a private rv park. Very nice. I would also recommend Henry's Lake State Park in Idaho. It's just a few minutes down the road from West Yellowstone.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much and it sounds like you guys had an incredible trip! 👊 We are actually hoping to explore Idaho this summer so really appreciate the recommendation!🙏
@jamescooke3803 3 жыл бұрын
This is why I love my 4x4 crewcab longbed 4 season truck camper , I can go anywhere and can tow my boat when I want to. We also have a 7x12 cargo trailer for our side by side and other toys.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a great set up!👍
@jessdigs 2 жыл бұрын
As far as the phones go for communication when pulling in and setting up, I bought a 4 pack of baofeng radios, like ham radios but GMRS band. The license is $70 for 10 years and everyone in your immediate family can use them. They are 15 Chanel but unlike the public bands nobody is on the frequency. The radios transmit about 5 miles in terrain and 15 miles in flat ground. My wife and I use those especially when no cell services is available
@natei3518 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone/NP Campgrounds: Hence the reason that we just stayed at Grizzly in West Yellowstone, MT. I noticed, you don't take off your WD/Sway bars when navigating tight campgrounds? Nice video. Stay safe!
@captainkirk8806 3 жыл бұрын
I was going to suggest that they should try that. I take them off as soon as I check in. It makes maneuvering a lot easier and quieter.
@larrytucker222 3 жыл бұрын
My back up anxiety re-emerged! Patience is a virtue.
@Dive-Bar-Casanova 3 жыл бұрын
It's everything in so many ways.
@marksinger4415 3 жыл бұрын
I’m definitely making a conscious effort to improve my patience. I get frustrated on some level nearly every time I back in. Even The kids cheering me on probably would have added to the frustration for me. This was an excellent example of having the right mindset for this type of adventure...Relax and have fun!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Patience is definitely tough in these situations!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Dive Bar Casanova sure is!
@rogerbull4607 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Cory and Jess, I don't know if it would help you, but I have a receiver hitch on the front of my truck, and in tight spots, I unhitch from the back, turn the truck around, and couple up to the front. I can really turn the rig much tighter this way, but it does require some mental gymnastics if you are used to always reversing. It also proved useful for pushing our boat down slipways!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
That’s definitely a good idea! We haven’t since this time put ourselves in a situation like this one. It was a stressed situation, and that’s why we decided to call it quits before something worse happened. I used to move boats around with a fork lift at my shop, so much more maneuverable from the front like you say! Thank you!
@sandhiller49 3 жыл бұрын
I grew up on a huge ranch in South Dakota, we used to say if you survive SD you can survive any where. We have -30 to 104, High winds of 60 mph, hail, blizzards and tornados. Then theres the rattlesnakes, buffalo(NOT PETS), wolves, bears, mtn lions etc. WE have very rustic areas, think that's why I love Alaska too.
@sandhiller49 3 жыл бұрын
First things, SLOW DOWN.
@duckiegirl58 3 жыл бұрын
Just. Wow! I've been many times, but it changes all the time. Never the same twice!!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best parts about this place!😃
@simplyrvlife 3 жыл бұрын
We just found your videos today while we were looking for the KYD channel. We are def fans of your channel now. Your content is excellent and entertaining. We look forward to following your journeys.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
So glad you found us! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. We really appreciate it!
@danzdog 3 жыл бұрын
It’s always an added plus when other rv owners park vehicles in the road making entering and exiting sites so much more fun.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, yup. Those people did offer to move though!
@stinson87 3 жыл бұрын
This really answered one of my debates I have been having on a larger trailer for our family of 5. I'll probably lean more towards the Grand Design 278BH since it gives the mobility of about a 27ft bumper pull and only a few inches taller. We currently squeeze into a 22ft bunkhouse with no slides so anything would work better for us, but turn radius really seems to be the key to national parks!
@mminniear984 3 жыл бұрын
“Don’t be one of those people!” 😂🤣
@AmericanSurvival001 3 жыл бұрын
Get some walkie-talkies four of them and that will illuminate your stress levels and yelling out loud to give directions from all corners of your vehicle especially when you have two or three people to help out walkie-talkies are the only way to go, makes it much easier to back in when you can have somebody say cut, left cut right, sharper straighten it out all those commands will help immensely when backing. Also when in Yellowstone as I grew up around there think of it as a giant theme park and that you can encounter people at any time the speed limit is 45 , most of the time you’ll never be traveling that fast, and watch out for Bigfoot he lives in the Area we’re all the big boulder fields are! Get an Elon musk star link 99 bucks a month you’ll have your own direct satellite link with 250 Mb speed can’t beat it take it everywhere...
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We have radios, we just always forget to use them🙈🤦♂️ for the most part I just watch her hand signals in the rear camera. And when we’re in service (99% of the time) i just talk to her phone through the truck. Star link will definitely be a game changer when it goes mobile😎
@endusererror 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree. I have a ham license and radios and use the public bands since wife doesn't have one when we back in. Makes it much more effective and less stress (and arguing).
@stevenkaskus6173 2 жыл бұрын
You both did a great job working as a team to get your large travel trailer and truck through those right spots without hitting anything.
@KLRmurdercycle 3 жыл бұрын
If anyone wanting to RV or camp, Yellowstone should be the very first adventure. It will prepare you for all the other parks in North America. Crazy humans, crazy weather, crazy scenery 😆 A buddy and I visited in 2014. Motorcycles and tents. I'm stealing Slangry😆
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Yup, Yellowstone will make or break you as a traveler 😂
@markhampton5531 3 жыл бұрын
Have you ever disconnected your sway control before trying to get into tight spots. It's now a step in my backup process.
@pippenln5594 3 жыл бұрын
I do that as well. When I get out to check before backing up is when I take it off.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I definitely should have done that here!
@ksich8142 3 жыл бұрын
Right!!
@brentjohnson6654 3 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea, Mark. I will add that to my list.
@hughtruex 3 жыл бұрын
As always, great job moving the trailer. I often use low range when working a tight spot. I find the truck moves the load more controlled. Might not have worked for what you were trying to do. Just a thought.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Low range might have worked , I was pretty flustered and just decided to stop though.
@loragunning5394 3 жыл бұрын
I tent camped in Yellowstone decades ago in early May and got very seriously snowed out, like the entire park was evacuated. At that elevation, any weather is volatile, regardless of time of year, and campers of all sorts need to keep this in mind. It's a gorgeous park, well worth visiting, but dangerous also. Be prepared...
@denisemcdonald2729 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting that info. I wouldn't have even thought of snow that late. Must remember to consider elevations. Yellowstone is on our bucket list.
@nancyrutledge8923 2 жыл бұрын
Years ago we visited Yellowstone. We parked at Old Faithful and crossed the parking lot to the medical clinic. Our son was having an allergic reaction to the pollen. After treatment we went back to the geyser.
@Cake41579 3 жыл бұрын
Just a hint of advice from someone that’s been pulling large trailers for many years. When you are in a bind, sometimes you can unhook and reposition the truck to get lined up better abd get into the spot. I have had to do this a few times and sometimes it makes the difference of getting into your spot and not.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I had to do this when we first got the trailer (one of our first episodes) I put myself in a bad spot. I disconnected the trailer, reposition the truck and the situation became a non issue!good advise thank you!
@sljack1671 3 жыл бұрын
Casey - Great idea! I never thought about rehooking. That could have been a lifesaver a couple of times. Thanks!
@ronsheffer 3 жыл бұрын
Another suggestion I would make is to remove your leveler bars. At least I did every time I backed into my spot. They put a lot of tension on the truck and trailer.
@erod6214 3 жыл бұрын
I had a couple bumper pulls. Now a fifth. Will never go back. Fifth wheels are much easier to park
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
They tow much shorter too!
@modeladenny1218 3 жыл бұрын
Of all the RV's we had, loved our 5th wheel. Trouble was we lived at the end of a cul-de-sac with old neighbors who couldn't wait till I backed in my drive. Kinda love our 30' motorhome and tow behind car.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@modeladenny1218 the idea of a motorhome is so appealing, just didn't work for us with growing teenagers!
@modeladenny1218 3 жыл бұрын
@@FindingOurSomeday I've recently discovered that all three of our kids loved RV camping. They stopped going with us as they got jobs and got bored. Now every one of them has an RV.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Just Denny love that they enjoy it still!
@livinlifeinthefast-lane838 3 жыл бұрын
We can't wait to get back to Yellowstone. We try to go every 4 years but this summer we are going to Glacier! What a beautiful rainbow! Brings back great memories of past trips.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Well Glacier is pretty incredible, too! Excited to share our time there in a few episodes! Thanks for watching!
@silentmajority2347 3 жыл бұрын
We visit every year to both Teton National Park and Yellowstone. We learned very early on that staying just outside the park is easier and with full hookups. The key is to allow yourself enough time to see everything.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Very good advice!
@marklundeen1025 3 жыл бұрын
Next time it would be a good idea to unhook your swaybars/load leavers. It puts a lot stress on those parts when backing up and making tight turns. Good work though 👍
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I definitely should have unhooked beforehand . I let the situation get the better of me !
@russellnesbitt4548 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a t-shirt "We are the Slangery Nickersons".
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
You never know😃
@Cake41579 3 жыл бұрын
Another quick tip is that if you don’t have airbag suspension helpers you should definitely invest in them. They make a huge difference in towing comfort. I have an extended hitch on my truck that was designed to be a Pintle type hitch and it sticks out about a foot from the rear of the truck. One big advantage is that when making a tight swing. It helps swing the trailer closer to the trucks tire tracks. You wouldn’t believe how much this little thing helps.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Our hitch sits about a foot off the bumper as well, definitely helps with the tighter angles, I will be putting some airbags on😃
@Cake41579 3 жыл бұрын
The airbag helper springs are the single most helpful thing I’ve ever done to my truck. If you need to carry a heavy load you just air them up and go. When you don’t need them air down abd the comfortable ride isn’t compromised.
@jamesdumas6602 2 жыл бұрын
That's the main reason why I sold my 36 ft. toy hauling trailer and my F250. The second reason was the F250 had a 26-gallon gas tank. I only had about a 250 mile range with that setup. We then bought a 24 ft. (easyly fits in at State Parks) Ford class C with a 55-gallon fuel tank that gets me close to a 500-mile range on regular gas, not diesel.
@lifeisgood141 3 жыл бұрын
My perfect size travel trailer - 20'-22', 15" wheels with no slide. Can go anywhere an overland trailer can go. By the way, I prefer the tradition fold-up steps under the door, not the solid step that folds into the door.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
You can definitely put a 22 ft wherever, even a 30 foot is quite a bit more maneuverable then our 35 1/2 footer. The fold up stairs are faster for sure! The storage box sold me on it, and it’s so much more pleasant when we are parked for more then a couple days. The whole RV used to move whenever someone came in or out. We prefer it, but I get that it isn’t for everyone!
@stevebigpine1590 3 жыл бұрын
smaller trailer is always better in every way. Big trailers keep some out and that could be a good thing. You got a desert rig.
@randallwhitehead8713 2 жыл бұрын
This reminds me so much of the long long trailer.... if you never seen it watch it but I love it.💙❤️💙
@jasongonzales6278 3 жыл бұрын
I watch you tube videos of Yellowstone somewhat regularly because it’s my second favorite place on the planet, (right behind my home town, and that’s just because of my roots) and this is hands down my favorite, y’all took me back. I miss the smell and those roads, even the traffic jams and even the hail. I guess just YNP being YNP. Hope your truck and rig are ok, but seriously, thanks for giving it that American family vacation feel.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Well thank you! I’ll take that as a huge compliment, your hometown sounds like someplace we should visit! We have our next video after this posted(spoiler the truck and trailer made it though fine😃) thanks again, loved reading this comment!
@jasongonzales6278 3 жыл бұрын
If you’re ever in west Texas, El Paso is about 4 hours from my second favorite park, Big Bend NP. It’s absolutely majestic. In EP, we have mountains that allow you to see two nations and 3 states all from one spot, Franklin Mountain State Park, and Mexican food to write home about. Swing by!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Jason Gonales Big Bend is definitely on the list! My brother has been based in El Paso in the Army for 3 years and every time we have been in the area we are hanging out with him. Hoping to get there soon!
@kentnauman9863 3 жыл бұрын
The smell is probably the shit tube coming from your trailer
@kellymatthews4188 3 жыл бұрын
A little bit or research on the Internet would have shown that large trailers with multiple slide outs are not a good fit for the in park campgrounds.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We only have one slide out, our RV isn’t actually that big, this wasn’t our first time in the park with our RV, and we did fit. The mistake was not checking the 2 sites beforehand, assuming the rangers would know the better site for us. It’s all part of life on the road😃
@ashleywimble9824 3 жыл бұрын
We visited Yellowstone in 2019 it was incredible. I would love to win this giveaway for my parents.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@MeiteiManipuri 3 жыл бұрын
I have hated hugh trailer campers
@marlinpruett8343 3 жыл бұрын
I have been to YELLOWSTONE many time's about 10 times went back in 2020 and I can say I am not going back , YELLOWSTONE has got to Commercialized.The best time I had in YELLOWSTONE was in the 60
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I can only imagine how incredible it must have been in the 60s , a true adventure I’m sure! It’s flooded with people now... we try to hit most places off season, this wasn’t one of those times.
@shirleyduncan3653 3 жыл бұрын
Everything was better back then, but life goes on and I love going there
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@shirleyduncan3653 glad you can still enjoy it!
@judithpayne6369 3 жыл бұрын
We live in Wyoming. We had a hailstorm 2 days ago. They were an inch in diameter. I wouldn’t think of taking our RV through Yellowstone. Glad you had fun.
@judithpayne6369 3 жыл бұрын
BTW, we have a GD Solitude.
@kgluodenis8685 3 жыл бұрын
I love Yellowstone! I’ve been several times and see something different every time. Hope y’all enjoyed your time there!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We did! You’re right, there’s always something new to see! We explore lots of the Yellowstone favorites in the next episode!
@johnnypark3729 3 жыл бұрын
We will be staying in Gardiner, MT for 7 days to explore the norther portion of the Park in July... this VIDEO, makes me even more impatient!!! LOL! AWESOME JOB!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! July is going to be a good month 😎 sorry to add to the mental delay😂 our next video is the southern sections of the park.
@yoyojoe9240 3 жыл бұрын
Of course it is "Magical".! You are driving, walking and vegetating ON TOP OF A MASSIVE VOLCANO..!! Don't forget your "morning and nightly Prayers" LOL.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Scenes from” 2012” kept playing through our minds as we walked around Yellowstone 😳🙈😂
@AgInTexas 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone is an awesome place. We try to make it there every 4 years. COVID set us back this year. Jenny Lake in Grand Tetons is my favorite place to visit.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Really hope you are able to get back there soon! Thanks for watching!
@craigjohnson2771 3 жыл бұрын
Just be thankful you don’t own a Airstream, they don’t like hail also.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I though about what it would be like to have and Airstream multiple times during this weird month of hail storms. 😬
@leehamilton8344 3 жыл бұрын
National Parks wants everyone to disconnect from everything. No wifi! Hard to find cellphone reception.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
That is something we love about them, but since we are living on the road full time and not on vacation, it causes us to have to be more creative for work and school! 😃
@bill45colt 3 жыл бұрын
its for vacation,,,,not for communication or work. If your friends and family cant do without you for several days, you shouldnt have come,,,,its a VACATION from those things
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@bill45colt were not on vacation, we work from the road. It’s a mix of work and play for us.
@munkandbear2818 3 жыл бұрын
@@FindingOurSomeday People that don't fulltime don't understand that.
@toddbissell4312 11 ай бұрын
Been there done that. Golf size hail. To help protect, get some swimming noodles lay on windshield and cover with sheet. Use 100 LBs strong wind put two in one spot or 200 Lb's magnets there small but strong, to hold the sheet down.
@Jc-bo1uu Жыл бұрын
And this is a tip I do win I need to drive over tree stumps. You can always look for big rocks or use your stabilizing blocks to form like a ramp to drive up and over tree stumps if you’re worried about damaging your tires. And please note this only works for small tree stumps not big ones approximately 4 to 6 inches above the ground.
@billleslie2251 3 жыл бұрын
I knew a Dan and Julie Nickerson when I was in Rome NY years ago. In the AF. Any relation. Love your videos your family is great.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t think so. Most of my family is from Maine. Thanks for the support!
@bobshaw4063 3 жыл бұрын
FellowqAF Airman Thank You Brothret for youir Service .Are you still on active duyty or Reserver or Air National Guard ?
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@bobshaw4063 I am not currently active, thank you for your service as well!
@Itstravelday2024 3 жыл бұрын
When were you there?
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
This was the last week in July
@Fairchildflyer 3 жыл бұрын
WE love watching your videos, and see how much has changed since we first visited Yellowstone, our first visit was 1968, just married on our way to our first duty station. keep up the good work.. :)
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. I can’t imagine how amazing it must had been back then! And thank you for your service!🙏
@showcasecharlie11 3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes you get tired and overwhelmed. It happens. I've helped a few put rigs in places they were having trouble by me backing in for them. It definitely took some trust to let a stranger or friend maneuver their rig. 30 years putting large rigs in tight spots professionally and for myself. Sometimes a fresh set of eyes can be a huge help.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Yup that was why we just moved on, the wide angle makes the area look bigger then it is. If I wasn’t going to possibly block traffic I might have taken another run at it.
@showcasecharlie11 3 жыл бұрын
@@FindingOurSomeday if I can offer a tip, and of course you have to watch for overhang if your trailer has it, mist rvs have some, is to watch where your tires are going....wherever they go, your trailer is going. A lot of people get too preoccupied with the tail, and with the overhang, it will change drastically from where you think its going as you are turning. Its a concept that many people don't understand and can relate to backing long and huge rigs. I run a 40ft 5th wheel with a f450 longbed and there really isn't too many places i can't get into. Be safe and happy travels...
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@showcasecharlie11 Thanks so much for the tips! I really appreciate it!
@s0ld4u 3 жыл бұрын
This is exactly why it's best to avoid National Parks. You'll get settle into your campsite and comfy, then family of hopeful campers comes along to spoil the tranquility while they jockey their too-big camper where it doesn't belong, with all the ensuing chaos.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We’re straight up dream killers.
@MATT-ij6wo 3 жыл бұрын
When you want to go camping but can't leave the house behind...
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@MATT-ij6wo It currently is our house😃
@jjboohoo9641 3 жыл бұрын
It looks like you have way too much trailer for that truck and way too much trailer for national parks
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
It may look like that to you , but don’t let those wimpy side mirrors fool you😂 it’s a 3/4 ton diesel capable of pulling almost twice that trailer . That particular section of a national park campground, yes too big.
@leewaldorf6650 3 жыл бұрын
That was my first thing I thought of, you definitely need some new mirrors. Great looking setup though. Enjoy.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
@@leewaldorf6650 that was the plan at purchase, but the process is much more involved that I realized when we bought it and with our rear camera they have worked just fine after 3 years on the road.
@MikeC19100 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a way to end a video. That sounded intense on the video I can only imagine what it must have been like in real life. We just started our “Someday” on July 6th, so we’re going to have to get used to things like that at some point in the journey-to-come. One thing you made very clear is that having plenty of LED lights and portable lamps is an absolute must. The sights and sounds of Yellowstone makes me want to see it now more than ever, however we’re going to wait until the flood repairs make it safe to travel again.
@reg8mm 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful Yellowstone!!.......I'm reminded of the joys of our class B Roadtrek when it comes to maneuvering!. Thanks for this video, Looking forward to returning there again.
@jcfra420 3 жыл бұрын
It is another world, because you are literally camping in the mouth of the largest volcano in the world!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Crazy right 😳
@MelissaMalzahn 2 жыл бұрын
Wow it so beautiful, it's changed so much since 1975 when my parents took us there.
@FindingOurSomeday 2 жыл бұрын
I can only imagine😳
@ceciliapetrowsky2572 2 жыл бұрын
You must get walk-in-talkies. Brings the stress level way down especially for the spotter.
@kevinpoland566 3 жыл бұрын
If you can't back a trailer up, then you shouldn't own one. Practice with cones in a empty parking lot... learn some skills ..
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Not going to argue that statement, you sir are a genius 😂 no problems here though , we’ve been on the road over three years circling America as many times including Alaska. I’ve backed into hundreds of tights spots. Dont let the wide angle fool you on how big that site was . I’m not saying it couldn’t have been done, but I didn’t want to block the road and hold anyone up, and risk someone else in the site across from me when it was time to pull out. I knew what was on the road and in the park at that time and decided even if I did get in it could be a whole new hassle getting out, I cut my losses and decided to move on.
@gregbrooks3577 3 жыл бұрын
Armchair quarterback.
@kevinpoland566 3 жыл бұрын
@@gregbrooks3577 well actually I drive big rigs and school busses for a living.
@gregbrooks3577 3 жыл бұрын
@@kevinpoland566 Good for you. Not the same.
@fredfleming8905 4 ай бұрын
Dude, I am so glad I watched this video. Originally when we first looked at getting a travel trailer my wife would not settle for anything less than 30 ft.. After 10 years we finally bought a 22'3" Rockwood Mini Lite. I can so see the advantage of small size....if you are obviously traveling as two people and not 4. We have road tripped to Yellowstone but plan to stay there in 2025 with our trailer. Fred in Texas
@ricfly52 2 жыл бұрын
Yep I feel your pain. We went to Yellowstone in May 2021. New 32 foot trailer. We could not fit in the pull through we reserved. I had to back into the pull through. It was very tight.
@mistressofspeed 2 жыл бұрын
Been to Yellowstone and the Tetons 4 times. The last time was August 2018 and I spent 4 days there, the other three trips were a day to go through. It was amazing being there for those four days I used a day for different areas of the park. You should install some vent covers over your vents. It allows them to be open in all kinds of weather. My Dad installed some on our old 24ft prowler and it was awesome. We could have the vent open and didn't have to worry about rain or snow (we mostly used the trailer from November to April for Skiing) coming in the vents
@billcummins9579 3 жыл бұрын
Well that was one of the most honest videos that I have seen on youtube. Because some day's of rv'ing just don't go that great. But you guys managed to make it thru just fine! I mean sometimes stuff just happens, it's hard to predict hail and you did great pulling in the tight camping spot.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
I got a little flack for my honesty in this one😂 I appreciate the encouragement Bill!
@shepardes 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah...I use to live within a 5 hr drive from Yellowstone and our family has been there been there alot! Inclimate weather is expected when visiting, so beware of that. We've been snowed on several times, and have experienced hail as well. So, if you see clouds, close your vents and open up windows instead. Always close vents at night just in case, unless it's rare, and actually hot. We love Yellowstone! It's a magical place. Madison campground has electric hookups and drive-through camping grounds. It's advice to not take RV's over 30' with 27' being optimal for length.
@alanscott4384 3 жыл бұрын
I have been there to photograph wildlife in the winter. Something I will never forget and my wife and I went in the fall also, which is a completely different experience and we are heading back there May '21. Can't wait. Thanks for sharing your story 👍
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone in the winter is definitely on our list!👍
@lauriedavis7471 3 жыл бұрын
I drove through Yellowstone in July. I loved it. Lamar Valley was my favorite. I saw 100’s of bison.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Lamar is incredible! Yellowstone is so diverse and has so much to offer! We have always had Yellowstone on the list of the top 4 things that everyone needs to see in their life, along with the Northern Lights, big trees in the Redwoods, and glaciers!
@leoelderkin9716 2 жыл бұрын
Always do your due dilligence prior to leaving home on an RV adventure. If you had visited a National Parks Service web portal you would have encountered the admonition: "...It is recommended that people driving recreational vehicles over 30′ make a reservation since there are a limited number of campsites over 30′ available in Yellowstone..." "First come, first served" is the opposite of "reservations strongly reccomended." Tough lessons for the self absorbed wealthy...
@FindingOurSomeday 2 жыл бұрын
Well considering that our 296sqft RV is our full time and only home that we have lived in for 4 years now traveling all over the US and that we got a perfect site in the end - a first come, first serve site in a Yellowstone National Park campground, I’d say it worked out perfectly!👍
@batfastard350 Жыл бұрын
You got off lucky with that hail storm. It hit here 80 miles away with tennis ball size stones and totaled my travel trailer roof, siding and all the vents and lights.
@PBalls2010 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us. We, too, have plans to go full-time in the future. We love watching your channel, KYD, Less Junk More Journey, Changing Lanes, and Enjoy The Journey.Life! I personally love how you take the time to enjoy the moments that take your breathe away. I have not been an RVer very long (like some others) but what I find most enjoyable is getting lost in the beauty of travel and seeing new things.
@PBalls2010 3 жыл бұрын
Can't forgot the channel You, Me & the RV! We starting watching them over the last month and enjoy their content.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to be included with all those good people ! Those moments are what the whole journey is about. Even living and traveling in an RV regular life happens , and it try’s to distract from those moments . It sounds like you’re not going to let that happen, excited for you to start your journey, thank you for watching!
@deloresserra6770 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Yellowstone is so beautiful. I have never been their.always wanted to go. I love that you,s posted this video. Thank,s! May your travels be Blessed!
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate your kind words and hope you are able to get there SOMEDAY! It is insanely beautiful!
@gummybear918714 3 жыл бұрын
speaking from experienced OTR truck driver. Blind side backing is always a pain in the arse. Had to do it more than once.
@byronbrasher8118 3 жыл бұрын
You're stressing me trying to park that thing. Only imagine how it was for you. Glad you got a spot. Always a pleasure watching your videos. Continued safe travels.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
It wasn’t too bad but it got to the point that it was time to take a step back and decide if we were going to try another way or be done. After being up before the sun that morning and traveling from Tetons to Yellowstone and waiting almost 2 hours for the site, it was time to call it. Glad we did and switched sites. It all would have been avoided had we just have walked both sites first. Lesson learned!
@dixxebell 2 жыл бұрын
ONE word for this.... RV PARK...actually it's 2 words.
@havenonwheels5158 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone never ceases to amaze me. Can't wait to get back there. Thank you for taking us along. Can't remember the last time I saw hail here in Maine. But I'm not seeing all the great things you are either :-) We hit the road this summer.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for coming along with us and can’t wait for you to be on the road soon! So excited for you guys!🙌
@TheBruceGday 3 жыл бұрын
Oh...the backwards back in 27’ site. We did that last summer at Madison Campground. We back and filled about 12 times. It was so tight with stumps and lodgepole pines and log bumpers on the road edges. We tried so hard to watch, watch, watch. We put a slight crease in a side where we just kissed a lodgepole. We got it in. Getting it out was easier. We are trying Grant Village campground this coming summer. We are hitting Grand Teton after Yellowstone this summer. Love being able to reserve ahead this year. Scored a spot at Gros Ventre with Electric.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Oh no, sorry to hear about the “kiss” 😕 we fit into grant the year before this. Sounds like you guys are going to have a great summer!
@lynnhammock5293 3 жыл бұрын
On my list ~ Yellowstone is beautiful. We hope to get there someday in the next 3 years.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
It is a must see in our opinion, along with big trees, glaciers and the Northern Lights! Hope you are able to get there soon!👍
@stevenkaskus6173 2 жыл бұрын
Went to Yellowstone for first and only time in 2005. Saw most of the big animals on the drive up to our cabin including the two largest Bull Elk I've ever seen in my life they were Jurassic sized. Went out the North Gate where you are at now in video and drove up a mountain in Montana to go horseback riding.
@neksguy01 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you gave Yellowstone camping a shot. Better to try & fault then never have tried at all. #thanksforyourservice 🇺🇸🇺🇸
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
We always try, and if something doesn’t work, we move to plan B! That was what we thought was going to happen there but switching sites with our friends worked out great! And thank you. 🇺🇸
@curtwalp5120 3 жыл бұрын
I think your camper is a hail magnet! Another great video with a fun family. Safe travels and good health.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
It is either the camper or just us!😂 Thanks for watching!
@WyLEE08 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe that’s why some haulers have two tow hitches, secondary one mounted under the FRONT bumper, allows hauler to maneuver the trailer into tight parking spots. Something to consider.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
It would probably help😃
@happyhorsman6398 3 жыл бұрын
Tight squeeze! Our trailer is 34 foot 😳. It's our first trailer, and site sizes was not something we ever considered.
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Yellowstone is the only place that we have ever had an issue with our 35’ in 3 years, and that needed up working out, so you guys will do great! 😃
@stanbyme7874 3 жыл бұрын
Lol..and I use a Subaru Crosstrek with an ARB Awning room attached. Took me 3 times to back into a spot one time (didn’t want to take my Goal Zero out to hook up power). Ranger laughed watching me & said “please don’t consider pulling a trailer..ever😂
@FindingOurSomeday 3 жыл бұрын
Practice makes perfect, right? 😉
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