The Great River Road ~ Mississippi Headwaters!

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5 жыл бұрын

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My name is Eric and I travel with my cat, “Jax” in a 2001 Chevy Fleetwood Tioga Arrow 24D Class C RV. We travel about 35 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round. Here is my gear & some popular questions answered:
Gear: (UPDATED)*
*Video: Canon M50 with 11-22mm EF-M Lens
*Stabilizer: Zhiyun Crane 2
*Additional Lenses: Canon 50mm,15-45mm, 75-300mm & 10-18mm
*Audio: (On Camera) Rode VideoMic Pro+ With Rycote VMP+ Deadcat
*GoPro Hero 6 Silver with Purple Panda Lavalier Lapel mic for Driving Narration
*GoPro Hero 4 Black for Timelapses
*SJ4000 for driving shots out the front window.
Time Lapses: Gopro Hero 4: 2 second intervals. Sped up 1200x, cropped 4K down to 1080 for panning
Night Lapses: Gopro Hero 4 Black manual settings: 800 ISO, 30 second Shutter, 3000K WB, Protune On
Slow Motion: Shot 1080p 240fps. Reduced to 8% in Post Production
Additional Audio: Sony ICD-PX333
Editing Laptop: 2015 MacBook Pro 2.8ghz i7 16GB Ram, 500 SSD
Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Editing Encoder: Adobe Encoder - Presets: MP4 VBR H.264 16mbps
Aerial Drone Shots: DJI Phantom 3 Standard Shot in 2.7K Downscaled to 1080p
RV MPG: 9-11mpg depending on generator use. (7.4L 454 Chevy) 78,000 miles
Solar: 500 watts on tilting brackets on roof. 5 AGM batteries totaling 400 amp hours
Mobile Wifi: AT&T Unlimited
Music: / audiolibrary
Jax is a MaineCoon/Ragdoll Tabby mix. He weighs 24.8lbs. Born April 21st 2010.
RV is 24 Feet Long
Tennessee Hayride by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/...)
Artist: audionautix.com/

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@debclements7605 5 жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if there is anything as soothing as the sounds of nature. Love it!

@kayleeskottagelife6569 5 жыл бұрын

Love the sound of the birds and the flowing of the river. Very peaceful

@cloud381 5 жыл бұрын

Headwaters are always amazing. Their humble beginnings. The Great River Road. Thanks!

@laurajphillips 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing better tan listening to the birds sing, they are such happy little creatures! Love It!!

@shibalover54 5 жыл бұрын

Best wake-up ever! Made my Monday 100% more enjoyable. Thanks Eric and Jax. Safe trip.

@rebeccal2771 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! You're making me homesick.

@l.a.woman564 5 жыл бұрын

Eric you're doing such a great service showing these beautiful and unique parts of our country that alot of us never knew about. Stay safe and happy!

@pauline3735 5 жыл бұрын

Breathtaking! Thanks for this awesome video! 🍂🍁🍂

@cookiecorrieri1180 5 жыл бұрын

As always Eric you get it right on, for content, can;t wait for this journey. i KNOW YOU OPEN MANY PEOPLES EYES AS TO WHAT IS OUT THERE IN OUR BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY, THANK YOU, FOR THAT.

@smplyjenn 5 жыл бұрын

The end was magical with just the birds chirping

@gsus2k 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats Eric. You've raised the bar and set a new standard here. Beautiful pictures, excellent editing and an overall upbeat start of this journey. I didn't know what to expect after Route 66 and Lincoln Highway, but I'm hyped now! \o/ Thanks for sharing all of this, can't wait for the next episode. Love and *woohoo* from across the pond!

@kerrykerr1210 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric, I wanted to thank you for showing me/us where the Mighty Mississippi River starts, I will say it's a first for me via KZfaq. I'm always interested in stuff like this. Kudos!! 🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥🎥

@michaelosborne9135 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric. Great Idea! The Great River Road. Enjoyed the scenery. Till next time, Happy Trails!

@fernwehforevertearofjoy409 5 жыл бұрын

Without a doubt, this IS one of the best vlogs you've presented, Eric!!👍😀 The scenery (mix of Autumn's foliage🍁❄ with the 1st signs of Winter) is GORGEOUS! Truly an enviable experience; I'd 💙 being on THIS well-planned trip! Looking forward to the journey and I'll be taking notes for my future itinerary. Safe travels with Jax!! JOY! 💚

@amytaylor6603 5 жыл бұрын

This is going to be a great journey. It is absolutely beautiful there.

@Kanou1995 5 жыл бұрын

You have created a need for us. We are put this trip in our bucket list for my retirement. I need to do it. Thank you Eric.

@beachbumsforever529 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking us along on the new journey south. Its going to be epic, we and all our cats are ready to watch each and every video ;-). Thanks again for the CC ;-)

@regenagroen4631 5 жыл бұрын

I was born in Minnesota!! Raised in Cali, Minnesota is real BEAUTIFUL thanks Eric!!! Can't wait for this journey with you & Jax!!! You ALWAYS do such a GREAT job editing vids. & learning. Great job as always Eric!!! Be Safe!!! HUGS to you & Jax!!!!

@carollang6090 5 жыл бұрын

Oh, I'm gonna love this!!! This route is on my bucket list. I'm also thrilled about the upload dates! Just keep bringin' it Eric & Jax!!!

@ColonelK0rn1 5 жыл бұрын

Your B Roll footage is on point! I'm excited to follow along with you along a route I've never heard of. My wife said she'd like to take the same journey. Safe travels.

@themichaelvortex4784 5 жыл бұрын

Woo hoo! Missippi Road Trip! Great video Eric! Loved the picturesque ending! Thank you!👍🏼🤘🏼😎

@herewegoagaincamping 5 жыл бұрын

Going to be a great journey....can't wait to watch.

@edmcdonough3337 5 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to the journey! Thank you!

@judyabernathy80 5 жыл бұрын

Very good eye for beauty, Eric, it’s nice to see you happy!!

@JasonBrooksJasonMBrooks 2 жыл бұрын

I doubt you go back and read posts on old videos due to time constraints. But in the event you do, I just wanted to comment on the phenomenal camera work you do to capture nature in all its glory. Makes me feel like I’m really there. Thank you for your efforts!

@GnatManAllinCoIronWorks 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Eric! Looking forward to your upcoming videos on your trip. Stay Warm, Stay Safe. Thank you again for all the time, and work you put into your channel, I know it's not easy, it's a full time job. C-Ya!,,,,,Peace!

@DavesEpicPhoneShots 4 жыл бұрын

Love the scenery shots, so peaceful and soothing. Love seeing Jax too. He’s so cute😽

@KarliTheNomad 5 жыл бұрын

eric, your videos get better and better every time, it is so nice to see how much passion and heart are in it. those last scenes are so beautiful :) I would bet if you do only a videos with natureshots, like for people who search for naturevideos, maybe those who dont can go outside etc. etc. etc. would love such videos, maybe 3 minutes each shot, over the whole great river road, I gues that would be extremly cool :)

@rvserious8317 5 жыл бұрын

Loved the quiet nature shots at the end. Made me feel like I was almost there sitting in my lawn chair enjoying the same peacefulness that you get to. I could use about 20 more minutes of that!

@reneallison2336 5 жыл бұрын

Love this video. Your spark is back. You seem excited and happier when you are on a destination trip. That in no way says you don't look happy at other times. You just have a spark in your voice and presentation. I'm so glad I found your channel.

@susiefennhaven339 5 жыл бұрын

Let's hear it for Minnesota! Bravo! Thanks for sharing the peace and serenity.

@MickeyMouse-bo5hj 5 жыл бұрын

That was Awesome! I can't wait to see your new adventure. It was great at the end with no music, just the birds, very peaceful. Give Jax a hug for us!

@sylviagonzalez3375 5 жыл бұрын

Love the scenery & the birds singing!!! Lucky you. Aloha

@darryldrax606 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric for the ending scenery . Reminds me of the Sunday Morning show with the sounds and scenery of nature I appreciate your skills that draw you into the places you film . Safe travels for You and Jax 😉🙏✌💞😺💞👍👌😊

@WonderfulWanderingTopics 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for continuing to make interesting videos. I have never seen video of where the Mississippi River begins.

@herbboutilier9431 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, I can't believe the Mighty Mississippi starts with such a small little headwaters. Thanks for showing that Eric!!!

@renaepetersen2393 5 жыл бұрын

I love how you pick a great road to follow and stop at all the interesting places along the way. Makes me want to go on a road trip!

@jeanburk9539 5 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous fall colors and blue skies, bit of icing to make it yummy! Thanks Eric and Jax. Exciting start to a new journey. Hope your eyes are better, Eric.

@CatsRule 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric and Jax. Safe journey. Love, cat.

@LEVENINZWEDEN 5 жыл бұрын

Happy trails Eric and Jax! Great trip and off course we will follow along! Love to see you so enthousiastic!

@lindaltsteele1313 5 жыл бұрын

We are excited to travel along with you and Jax ... Love the video at the end of pure sweet nature. 🍁🌿🍂🍁

@lumr1976 5 жыл бұрын

Eric, glad you started another epic tour of this great land. Following your every posting and enjoying how you meet your every challenges and overcoming them. Have fun, take care of yourself and Jax on the open road and stay warm and safe.

@ladylucy5591 5 жыл бұрын

Just wait... deer season is just around the corner. Love this trip. Thanks for sharing.

@The_Don_Ozz 5 жыл бұрын

This vlog is up and coming...really enjoyed it....just sit back and relax and enjoy the beauty of the journey...Thank you Eric

@moburt4609 5 жыл бұрын

AWESOME Looking forward to it! Maureen

@NicoVeenkamp 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome trip Eric. Looking forward to follow along.

@cathyberden3867 5 жыл бұрын

I love going on road trips with you and Jax, thanks for letting me tag along!

@NoFate247 5 жыл бұрын

Very very cool that you are able to follow the great river road and still catch a number of novelty items along the way! WOHOOOO!

@tiffanypetty8964 5 жыл бұрын

That white and black nomadic fanatic sweatshirt is badass .nice merc eric.love it .im along for the next journey thank you for an awesome show. Keep up the great work on this long and winding road.

@MikeLoftus_ 5 жыл бұрын

Eric I’ve been watching you since 2013 , You & Jax are by far my favorite youtubers! :) Thanks for all the adventures!

@cocojimen4784 5 жыл бұрын

one of the most spectacular videos I've seen. Thanks

@OperationLife 5 жыл бұрын

You are giving my wife and I some amazing journeys to do in our RV. I'm so excited we are full-time RV's also!! You have amazing videos Eric! We look forward to each one. Thank you for bringing us along! So excited for this RT!!! Oh and we did watch this video from our warm couch in our 1996 Class C with a warm cup of coffee..hahaha

@ZumFooch 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric, Count us in! We will be with you every mile. We especially like the river and nature shots. Thanks, Judy and Fooch

@staroceans8677 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding. Beautiful shots, peaceful drive, camping site and a great route! Encore. Love seeing Jax 💞 you guys have a safe and wonderful trip 🚙 Looking forward to seeing a river I've never seen before from start to finish. 👍😊

@timothynussbaum9721 5 жыл бұрын

iam going to watch every mon wed and fri !!!!!!

@phillipjansen1222 5 жыл бұрын

Nice start to our next trip. Thank you for taking us along.

@ritaosborne9449 5 жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL, amazing trip, can't wait to see!

@cindyhatch5062 5 жыл бұрын

Magical ending, pretty fall colors 🍁🍃🍂 and the singing 🐦 was a plus. ✌

@winnerscreed6767 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, Eric, you have out done yourself, that's all I can say right now, I still have the last few minutes of video running through my head, I'm from Minnesota and really miss the fall. Thank you so much. You and Jax are great.

@jrandyoutdoors 5 жыл бұрын

WOW!!! This is going to be GREAT Eric. I never knew how the Mississippi River began. Can't wait to see more. Safe Travels!

@tacoma_jon 5 жыл бұрын

That’s some beautiful country. 👍🏻

@crystalhayes5342 Жыл бұрын

This was a great idea Eric visiting an older video again. This was great 🎉

@susanstrickland6774 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent adventure journey. I'm coming along. Know you will do it up just right. Beautiful nature. Doesn't matter if you're in 70, or 90, keep having fun! Thanks for taking us along. 😊👍

@nkbbrigger3359 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for just nature sounds, please do more videos like this, calms ones spirit, relaxing

@peggybowles22 5 жыл бұрын

Wonderful peace and quiet and birds!

@mishkasmom4979 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking me home in this video! I grew up in MN and have been to the headwaters many times. This will be an awesome trip!!

@HoneyandMe 5 жыл бұрын

Oh, I am excited for this adventure!! So far it's breathtaking! Drive safe, Eric!

@kathymacdonald1186 5 жыл бұрын

Mornin' Eric! Thanks for taking us along on another epic journey!

@ronnettrobinson8439 5 жыл бұрын

Jax is one cool kitty!

@deeterry580 5 жыл бұрын

I'm gona love this trip. The Mississippi is a fantastic river. Thanks for taking us to the headwaters of the Mississippi! Enjoy your trip, I'm really going to with a hot cup of coffee curled up on my warm comfy couch! Ha!

@capjim5903 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, Yes and Yes !! That is one of the greatest adventures you could have planned. So thankful for taking us on this journey. It's part of our dream that we will in the near future take. God Willing! OK enough, I am missing the video.

@graceiovine3080 5 жыл бұрын

Excited for both of you. Happy trails on your new adventure Eric and Jax.....see you on down the road. 👍🏼

@REB65 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome 👍 Look forward to the trip down the mighty Mississippi! Take care and God bless ✌️

@mkbartley07 5 жыл бұрын

Loved this one Eric. Can’t wait for the rest. You and Jax safe and warm out there.

@gurueddy 5 жыл бұрын

OMG! I suggested a trip down the mighty Miss awhile ago, can't wait to see this iconic river! Thank you thank you Eric! 👍😁

@tonithomas2016 5 жыл бұрын

Enjoying ya from Ocala National Forest Thax again♡♡♡

@nanabninnab9732 5 жыл бұрын

Eric thank you looking so forward to seeing this journey ♥️ to you and Jax

@ArtGirlJan 5 жыл бұрын

Love the Paul Bunyan artifacts. What a hoot!

@debsvista2281 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Beautiful country! So looking forward to more videos of your new adventure! Have fun & safe travels to you & Jax!

@queenjenene2128 5 жыл бұрын

Thank-you- love the nature ending. We don't listen to it enough. I'm in on this adventure

@jacij742 5 жыл бұрын

Naturegasm! Lol 🤣 sure is gorgeous.

@sharons.nichols5051 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Eric for sharing all these beautiful views. WY Sharon

@jumblesticks 5 жыл бұрын

I liked the "Sunday Morning" style ending leaving us in nature. The ending drone shot was awesome! Good job!

@rustykatt3870 5 жыл бұрын

I agree....the "Sunday Morning" style ending leaving us in nature is great!!

@DebbieGeez 5 жыл бұрын

It is a nice touch! Totally enjoyed it.

@jacknimble1 5 жыл бұрын

I think those bird sounds were not at that time of year. Those are spring time calls. But thanks none the less.

@timothyotis1274 3 жыл бұрын

i guess it's quite off topic but does anyone know a good website to stream newly released tv shows online ?

@maximosolomon1385 3 жыл бұрын

@Timothy Otis i use flixzone. Just google for it =)

@joycecochran4575 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful ! Thanks for the ride Eric. Enjoy the journey.

@cheyjan330 5 жыл бұрын

WOW, the ending and just the site and sound of nature, your video's are fantastic!

@gcindysue 5 жыл бұрын

I along with others will enjoy the journey with you Eric and Jax!

@daisymae3511 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Eric, for the beautiful sounds and views of nature ! [ no music... ] 😊

@paulinedavis8734 5 жыл бұрын

FALL FOLIAGE 🍁🍁🍂 in the North is just breathtaking !

@allentowngal4769 5 жыл бұрын

Another exciting new destination! What a great idea. That end shot w/drone is breathtaking. Cant wait to see what's on this venture. Thanks for bringing us along!

@elahasan8545 5 жыл бұрын

Thank for showing us the beautiful nature and loved the plan of ur upcoming journey

@leorasmoot6422 5 жыл бұрын

Another epic journey...it's going to be amazing!

@LaCatLady 5 жыл бұрын

The Mississippi River is so clear at your location. By the time it gets to Louisiana, it’s become the Big Muddy. It would be interesting to see when the river changes from clean and clear to muddy. Hugs to our favorite kitty Jax. Safe travels, Eric. Nature sights/sounds at the end...beautiful and peaceful. TFS.

@GinaLaughed 5 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous video, Eric! I'm excited to follow your journey! ♡♡♡

@campgoerOne 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Awesome idea Eric! Been to the Mississippi River fishing in Wisconsin back in the day with my dad, brings back the memory! Thanks, looking forward to the rest of your journey! Traveling with the best...Nomadic Fanatic! Safe travels to you and Jax! ❤ Packer Fan Linda

@cheriestelzer9969 5 жыл бұрын

Wow I’m excited to be traveling down the Great River Road. Today’s was such a great way to start. Absolutely beautiful !! I look forward to my Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning videos.

@susansereikis8563 5 жыл бұрын

Love your enthusiasm! Glad to be coming along on this journey

@suzanneantonich4106 2 жыл бұрын

I just watched today’s video May 15, 2022 and there was a link to this video from three years ago on the Mississippi. You’ve truly led a blessed life but I couldn’t help but cry when I saw Jax again. I love Opie and Tara now and I wish you just as much happiness with them as you had with Jax. The two kitties are gonna love their upcoming life with you I am so very sure. Btw, The under lighting today was absolutely fabulous! Happy journey Eric~

@brendat8450 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Looking forward to following along with you on this trip. Gorgeous footage of fall in MN, with nature's music. Happy trails!

@joepiacentino9057 5 жыл бұрын

Truly one of your best yet Eric! Looking forward to this new journey.

@tootseug 5 жыл бұрын

Wow Eric, you did an awesome job once again, on this video!!! Especially loved the end, with the sounds of the birds and the trees rustling. You sure caught this spot at the "Primetime"!! Thanks.