This Place Is Special | Mendocino, Van Damme SP & A Coffee Blunder

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This Place Is Special | Mendocino, Van Damme SP & A Coffee Blunder

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Жыл бұрын

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This one is special. I very rarely feel at home anywhere. All these years of being a nomad has me feeling as if I don’t have a home-base. But there is one place that feels almost like home. That’s Mendocino.
Today I traveled back to Mendocino County to stay for a while. Starting in Santa Rosa, I drove Route 128 through wine country to Pacific Coast Highway.
First we made a quick stop at Van Damme State Park then headed into the town of Mendocino.
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@janisvahanian1911 Жыл бұрын

Scott, I’ve spoken to you once before, but I had to speak to you again today. I have a disease of the eyes called macular degeneration. I’m going blind. Watching your videos every week is the one thing I look forward Two every week more than I could ever explain. The beauty that you show me is beyond words. I think you from the very bottom of my heart.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

That’s the best compliment. Though I wish the circumstances were different. Thank you Janis

@DonnaNichols-ep5de 2 ай бұрын

Ohhhh myyyy gooooodness!!! What a lovely and charming place !!! Thank you so much for sharing it!!! I would love to live there!!!❤ I can see why it's your favorite place,❣️🤗🙃❤️

@EvolvingDaily65 Ай бұрын

Love the town of Mendocino. My husband and I rode the Harley from so humb to Mendocino a few summers back. 100° in so humb to 50° in Mendocino. Been to Jenner, Cazadero, Guerneville, Petaluma. We drove his truck south on 1 is a heck of a drive. The south 1 scared me at Gualala so we turned around that time! Your videos are great Scott - I like the pull off and let them pass- same as I do. Wishing you Peace n Wellness.

@laurac5451 Жыл бұрын

Hey folks don't forget to hit the thumbs up

@LIFE_is_G20OD Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos. You have such a calmness and it never feels rushed. Absolutely beautiful scenery and I can almost smell the coffee. Have a good sleep!

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Marianne

@darladillaha7466 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your last couple of videos. I'm from Northern California and been away for 14 years. I'm homesick. I'm hoping to move back to the coast. These videos have brought me so much joy.❤

@KaltrinaDemiri Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful drive and those views! Wow, just amazing. We are so lucky we get to call this planet home

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

❤ Wow,so Beautiful with the Sunshineing in the waves!💦✨🌞🌅☀️

@davemenard5089 Жыл бұрын

Hello neighbor, putting on the shoes and talking in that manner is so reminiscent of one of my favorite American icons 😊

@Eric-ww2qb Жыл бұрын

Mendo is one of the gems of the West Coast. So many nooks and crannies to explore and enjoy. So beautiful.

@zeusromanetti Жыл бұрын

Wc ha y

@charlottelougher628 Жыл бұрын

Yaay an American who finally said root (route) instead of rout.

@kimprocarione5473 26 күн бұрын

I love Mendocino! My friend is from there, and she is the epitome of all that is Mendocino!❤ She paints watercolors, plays the harp, and volunteers for the weekly neighborhood clean-up and community garden. I've only visited a handful of times when I have been to Fort Bragg to go diving. Wonderful area! January is great for the King Tides! I l9ve watching them! And the sounds! ❤

@r2witco Жыл бұрын

As a resident of Fort Bragg for the last decade, I really appreciate the that you enjoyed what our area has to offer.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

It’s such a great place. I especially like the friendly locals. Thank you

@bonniekaye Жыл бұрын

Beautiful place! I love being by the water! 🙂👍🌹

@rosemarie20 Жыл бұрын

Oh, I meant to tell you this... when I find a product I really like, I take a picture of whatever it's in (bag, box, jar) and a picture of its barcode. That way, when I'm out, if I need it and can't think of its details, I have it right in my phone.

@mangott Жыл бұрын

By the way, Mendocino is the town where the film "East of Eden" with James Dean was filmed.

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

❤That is Great to have a water Spout! Some States,in Parks have them,along interstate highways! But most interstates have rest stop,but you hve to buy drinks! Good thing you have your Berky!👍👌✌️🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄☀️🌞

@jeffreykreiley7265 Жыл бұрын

Yes Mendocino is magical. And that puzzled look after you hearing the beep with Damme was pretty funny.

@glennk.7348 10 ай бұрын

Your videos really help with my anxiety. Very peaceful! 😎

@sheilabartlett6044 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! That scenery is absolutely breathtaking! Living in South Coast Ontario, we see nothing like this, thanks for taking us along with you.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

It’s a very special place

@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084 2 ай бұрын

And so it is each day as The Moments flow forth, turning into Hours... These Moments here made for the Delightful Times in passing this afternoon. Surely this Day well spent in taking in this video of yours Static. Peaceful Blessings

@amaditadicochea7502 Жыл бұрын

So cool that your video popped up on my feed. I just did the Mendocino Coast 50k race today. Mendocino is magical!! The race finishes along the Headlands and on Big River Beach. My first visit there was 2 yrs ago, and I was blown away by the views and the quaint town.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Cool!

@gwb8445 Жыл бұрын

Stale coffee? I just add a spoonful of some other brand of coffee to the stale grounds and it freshens it up a bit. Can even make a super light blend a little more robust doing this.😮

@jakay4511 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing us the beautiful place of Mendocino. It is a breath taking view. I enjoyed your video😊❤️

@CBAmakingAusername Жыл бұрын

Stunning. No wonder you like it so much x

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

❤ Wow Awesome, looks Beautiful!🤩🌅☀️

@lovingatlanta Жыл бұрын

👍🤩💝I love it. Thank you for sharing your journey/. I look forward to checking that area out. 🤩💝

@angelachristle2116 16 күн бұрын

Oh my gosh…wow… amazingly spectacular! Awestruck! Thank you so much for sharing these wonderful views!💜

@StaticCamperVan 15 күн бұрын

Mendocino and Fort Bragg are about as good as it gets anywhere

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

My Sister was like that! Coffee at night made her go to sleep 😴

@jeanieirwin4747 Жыл бұрын

Scott,I liked your video of this preserve and quaint town. I can tell that the river scales and walking trails really resonate with you. You have learned to shop creatively for cooking in your mobile dwelling. I gravitate toward small towns where people are cordial. Its kind of a storybook type town. Enjoy your trips to main streets of the north west. I agree the view are amazing. Take care of yourself and enjoy a cup of static van coffee.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

☕️

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

The ocean 🌊 just came up & washed your face 🌞💫👍🤞✌️🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄

@juliebelize4285 7 ай бұрын

Scott, this is my favorite town in the world so far, too and the place that feels lie home to me too. Thanks for sharing it. I've been binge watching your videos while I sit in the sub-freezing snow temps in Port Townsend....so ready for an actual adventure, but your videos are lifting my spirits and causing me to yearn to travel soon. Thanks again ~

@StaticCamperVan 7 ай бұрын

Port Townsend is another gem of a town. Thanks for watching!

@Zorazora1234 4 ай бұрын

Lovely video Scott, you’re very thoughtful… thank you … I’m trying to watch all the commercials

@StaticCamperVan 4 ай бұрын

Thank you

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

Good Day Scott, Happy 4 July🌞💫 Beautiful Veiws off 128 !

@scottks5 Жыл бұрын

Your drive through the redwoods reminded me of one of my own. My family was in Santa Cruz on vacation at the time. My dad and I took a short drive to Felton to stop at CapriTaurus Dulcimers so I could buy one of their dulcimer kits. The kit came with a walnut body and spruce top, but when I got home a friend said he had some redwood with tight growth rings that would make a great top. So I ended up making a neat redwood dulcimer with walnut body, which reminds me of the drive through the redwoods.

@olgabermudez1664 Жыл бұрын

That’s a very quaint and beautiful town.

@dianerogers3420 5 ай бұрын

This site helps me sleep...love it.

@DonnaNichols-ep5de 2 ай бұрын

In this video, you mentioned that if you want to fall asleep quickly you drink a cup of coffee and fall right to sleep... I bet it's the cream that gets warmed up in the coffee. Warm milk does work to fall asleep. 😊❤

@Bernimv Жыл бұрын

I needed that journey. Thank you so much for taking us through. Oh my gosh, Marker 27:28 was so breathtakingly amazing and 31:46 magnífico....I believe it's the waves. There's just some about nature that draws you into a place of serenity that envelopes your soul with Life and Vitality

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

Wow y saved $9 thats alot on Coffee ☕👍🌞💫

@amalmac9943 Жыл бұрын

Same here… I get woken up by the Trash being picked up or by the Lawn guys cutting grass…..Scott

@robertlutz2244 Жыл бұрын

Ah yes, Jenner! Done some kayaking quite often down the Russian to where it empties into the sea at Jenner. Local weather tho is typically overcast and gray. But I think you might enjoy kayaking the area too!

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

Must have bad bach! Ive drank Star buck from 2019& it tastes better than what 5hey have on the shelves today!🌞💫It maybe the package its packed in 🌞💫 Awesome hike, thank you for Sharing 👍👌✌️🙌🙏🇺🇸❤️

@tobymeade3222 Жыл бұрын

Don't go near edge! Sometimes thee edges break away, especially when it rains! I went to the edge of a Drs. Driveway,to empty garbage! The wall caved in! I fell forward on front side of my body,5 ft.down!😭😰 thought i broke my wrist! But didn't,had therapy on my hand,back for a month 😔 Nature is so Beautiful, Gorgeous,but bewear!❤🌞💫👍🤞✌️🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄

@ideasinca 6 ай бұрын

This is very true! The cliffs are very crumbly and give way all the time. I taught my kids never to go closer to the edge than the length of their body, at the very most.

@cotter9751 Жыл бұрын

Ahh, nice - a video I missed so I have something fun to catch up with. I do so enjoy this day in a life vids. Nice to see where you are, and listen to what you're thinking about.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Aww, Thanks. I’m trying to finish up the edit for today’s vlog now

@barbarasummers280 Жыл бұрын

That was a beautiful Sunset, just not the usual kind...

@rosemarie20 Жыл бұрын

That's funny; Damme gets bleeped out every time as if it's a wordy dird. It's super to have almost an hour to hang out vicariously.

@barbarasummers280 Жыл бұрын

Loleta is great, as well as Arcata and Crescent City, also Smith River.

@libbygardner3021 Жыл бұрын

Love the Mendo area, and have stayed at Van Damme more times than I can count. MacKerricher is nice, too. Highway 1 is best traveled going north-the locals travel faster than I do, and the lack of guard rails can be nerve wracking! I’ll be up that way next month, then on to Humboldt Redwoods and Del Norte redwoods parks-wonderful countryside! And so much greener than usual because of the record rains.

@robertlutz2244 Жыл бұрын

...back the next day for the last half of the video. Amazed to learn that there's someone else in this world like me that also gets sleepy after coffee. Craziest thing, I guess.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

There are a lot of us. Trouble is, no one believes us!

@kennybrydges9084 Жыл бұрын

Better weather than here ( s/w Ontario) rain 24 hour 🙄 ATB Scott 🙏🏼

@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084 Жыл бұрын

Breath Takeningly BEAUTIFUL and Life Giving Sustaining Was about to head on over to My Step By Step video Journey When noticed I this a new video up...

@goodshepherd3438 Жыл бұрын

I love ❤️ all your videos. So relaxing to watch. From a 79yrs old lady from Canada 🇨🇦

@lindabohl2454 Жыл бұрын

Great information on the coffee bean being stale, i am impressed that you can taste and smell the difference, also what is this about specialty beans being x-small, didn’t know that either! Thanks Scott ❤

@Leewilly440 Ай бұрын

This was a fantastic video Scott I really enjoyed it. Lee 😀

@petebach7221 4 ай бұрын

I concur, Scott. I've been snorkeling in Mendocino. It's unbelievably beautiful. Check out Russian River Gulch viewpoint: 39-degrees 19'45.28N, 123-degrees 48'28.56W

@bevtrue6937 Жыл бұрын

In the video i watched before this one i told you about kayaking in sea caves and getting hooked on kayaking and guess what? You show us van damme state park and the sea cave tours that got me hooked for life on kayaking. WHAT a coincidence.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Haha

@breezygrammy Жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel. I love your videos… binge watching them! Thank you for showing all the beautiful scenery and for taking me into IKEA in another of your videos .. I’ve never been in one. Can’t wait to watch more.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brenda

@terrace1 Жыл бұрын

A nice place to drift off to dream land with the sound of the waves, I love the redwoods that was a beautiful drive 😍

@yogadowntheroad Жыл бұрын

I laughed every time Van "Damme" got beeped out! I hope to do that same route someday, looks great. Thank you!

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

It’s worth the drive!

@barbaragamache2751 Жыл бұрын

I am that coffee drinker as well!!

@elflordsjourneys Жыл бұрын

Life is too short to drink stale coffee Mendo Man. 128 is a beautiful route to the coast and not as windy as 20. Been there many times, food in the Irish pub is good, at least it was some years ago.Enjoy the mendo vibe.😊

@Zorazora1234 2 ай бұрын

Watching this again… so beautiful…

@StaticCamperVan 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@maureensmullen6836 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been a silent viewer for a while but this place is just so beautiful. Thank you for sharing it! 😃😃😃

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Maureen

@amalmac9943 Жыл бұрын

Yes yes so. Beautiful

@jasonstride242 Жыл бұрын

I don't know ... that definitely looked like a new cookie!!!!!

@lyoness817 Жыл бұрын

That drive is magical…When you get to the redwoods, it takes your breath away…I’ve been there twice, and agree with you that Mendocino feels like home…

@jeanieirwin4747 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful place to nomad. You could replace the door seal. Easy fix Universal door seal about 42cents per foot.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Oh, there’s nothing wrong with the door seal. I simply didn’t shut the door properly

@edwardgabriel6924 Жыл бұрын

I started buying those olive oil potato chips from TJ’s too. They’re tasty and most importantly affordable 😋

@susanmaguire9009 Жыл бұрын

Fellow traveler here that enjoys the coastal sights up and down Cali. I too love, love Mendocino. I spend a few weeks in the early fall overnighting in front of the Hotel. Yup, yup it’s the best.

@jessiehammond7833 Жыл бұрын

Tithing for me is important so thanks again Scott hope all is well

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

It’s very kind of you Jessie. Thank you. I’m doing good. I have a busy day ahead.

@jessiehammond7833 Жыл бұрын

Good luck with it😊

@maryannherndon8276 Жыл бұрын

Went to grocery store and bought some groceries and watch you made me check prices on things. Your meals are simple but good. Thank you for sharing you life. I like quite and cool places to stay. Thanks for safety hints.

@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084 9 ай бұрын

💫🌲🌲Lovely 🌲🌲💫

@jrraven3230 Жыл бұрын

Happy Mother Earth Gaia day😊😘

@JR-playlists Жыл бұрын

Tide pools are so neat to see up close, being mindful of the tide position.

@campervanhelsing Жыл бұрын

Loved the Van Damme bit haha

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

It appears that you’re one of only two people to catch that. hahaha

@kentpellerin36 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos.....i really appreciate it

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching all the way through

@leonorlizardo9174 Жыл бұрын

How beautiful Mendocino is, the cliffs, water and surrounding areas. I had in-laws who lived up there now I wish I had gone up to visit them. Scott you're right about stale coffee, I too stay away from buying those. Thanks for sharing out your stay there. ❤

@barbarasummers280 Жыл бұрын

I always put Cacao nibs in my coffee, and I used to be able to get them at Grocery Outlet for $3.99 and now I can't find them, darn, have to go to Trader Joe's.

@juliehoot3916 Жыл бұрын

Extremely beautiful and charming area! Thank you so much for heads up on canned Salmon at Target, 2.39! 😳 I got a coffee first time ever at Del Taco! 🤣 It was Killer good! 🤯 Googled, guess a Mexican bean called Cafe De Olla with a natural brown sugar cinnamon taste? Amazon sells it too. What a shocker. Del Taco coffee! Who woulda' thunk' it? So sorry your coffee is stale. 😣

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Del Taco for coffee? That’s great to hear!

@Seajunkie Жыл бұрын

Wow, your last vlog from there was memorable for me because of how beautiful it is, glad to see you made it back there. Soak in those ions 🌊

@mikehocutt7026 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. The scenery was amazing.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike

@aquarianspeak 10 ай бұрын

proud of you for getting toward the edge. I have the same issue

@rosemarie20 Жыл бұрын

Totally enjoyed the walk. I really needed it as I'm stuck recovering from round 3 of covid. It feels almost like I got out of the house! Sorry about your coffee. I'm the same way about my tea. Caffeine doesn't affect me either and am very picky about the freshness and taste. Thanks again for the long video this time. It made me feel better.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Feel better soon!

@marywalker2896 Жыл бұрын

That drive was pure magic. I just wish it had lasted a little longer.

@bonanzaking1 11 ай бұрын

Hi Scott, We really enjoy watching your adventures and commentary from our hometown Eureka.. You're probably aware of the Murder She Wrote series. It was one of the longest running series on TV back in the 1980s and beyond. Anyway, if you ever want to remind you self of Mendocino while you're away watch episodes of Murder She Wrote which used the town of Mendocino as a backdrop. It was called Cabot Cove in the series. I think you can find a compilation of Cabot Cove episodes on KZfaq. They were my favorite episodes partly because of the Mendocino backdrop. In the meantime may you continue to enjoy your adventures.

@StaticCamperVan 11 ай бұрын

Thanks. My latest vlog starts out in Eureka. You have a good town.

@brendakachelmeyer9282 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, Scott!! My trust factor just went up 10 notches with your Yellowbird recommendation. It's absolutely delicious. No kidding. I'm staying where internet/cell is almost nonexistent and finding anything at this little tiny Walmart requires incense and a prayer. Sure enough..there it was. Yellowbird!!! There's no going back, now. I'll forever be hunting for the Yellowbird.

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Hooray!

@brendakachelmeyer9282 Жыл бұрын

PS...always a pleasure to watch your videos. I'm also from SoCal and have been out on the road for about 4 years now. I'm still learning little tricks from you. Your olive oil Tortillas are the bomb!

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear the tortilla recipe is working for you. I appreciate you watching!

@amalmac9943 Жыл бұрын

Mendocino headlands is Beautiful

@lornaz1975 Жыл бұрын

I do enjoy your longer vids like this one!

@thizizliz Жыл бұрын

Wow! Congratulations on being able to get closer - you got great scenery! Bummer about the coffee though. You chose a lovely little town.

@patriciaburke2401 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful scenery! Thanks for sharing.

@pattichambley2779 Жыл бұрын

I finally got my New Orleans coffee ☕️ Yay

@millie8399 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your special place! I have a few of these and I treasure them. Most of my special places are along the Oregon Coast.

@stebishopnomad1838 Жыл бұрын

What an absolutely brilliant place Scott...oh and are you sure you that was the same cookie 😂

@ChippiSweet Жыл бұрын

First, the state of California is gorgeous. I would likely not be able to see what you see in person so I’m very appreciative for your videos. Secondly, your persona is soothing as I literally throw on one of your vids after dealing, I mean, working with kids and staff all day. I guess I need an ‘escape.’ And lastly, although I am not a hot sauce connoisseur by any means, today I purchased the Yellow Bird Blue Guava sriracha sauce. My first sriracha sauce tasting and it was delicious as compared to Red Hot Sauce brand which is a common flavor. I have been wanting to try Sriracha and you sort of gave me the courage to try it. Thanks! 😅

@StaticCamperVan Жыл бұрын

Hey, Thank you 🙏🏼

@dustinblackmon1514 3 ай бұрын

Less is more... you're awesome scott

@photonotavailable7936 10 ай бұрын

Mendocino was also a special place for the late, great Gene Clark of The Byrds.

@StaticCamperVan 10 ай бұрын

Not familiar with Gene

@photonotavailable7936 10 ай бұрын

@@StaticCamperVan Harold Eugene Clark (November 17, 1944[1] - May 24, 1991) was an American singer-songwriter and founding member of the folk rock band the Byrds.[2] He was the Byrds' principal songwriter between 1964 and early 1966, writing most of the band's best-known originals from this period, including "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better", "She Don't Care About Time", "Eight Miles High" and "Set You Free This Time".[2] Although he did not achieve commercial success as a solo artist, Clark was in the vanguard of popular music during much of his career, prefiguring developments in such disparate subgenres as psychedelic rock, baroque pop, newgrass, country rock, and alternative country. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 as a member of the Byrds. - Wikipedia

@katrina48 Ай бұрын

@@photonotavailable7936His bandmate, Gene Parsons, still lives and plays here.