Weirdest National Park! This Is Not What We Expected...

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10 ай бұрын

In this episode we visit our FINAL state in the lower 48 - and find out that THIS National Park is nothing like we thought it would be. Find out why this National Park is WEIRD and what to expect if you choose to visit. PLUS Alaska Dog TAKEOVER a little later in the video!
From Alaska:
Hey there, pawsitively awesome peeps! I hope you're all having a barktastic Sunday! Get it? 'Cause, you know, it's a dog thing! (Insert dorky dog laugh that sounds suspiciously like a snort)
Today's episode is going to be off-the-leash exciting because, brace yourselves, I'm taking over the channel at the end! Yep, you heard it right, folks. I'm going to spill the kibble on RV Life during our epic 48-state adventure. Trust me, it's going to be tail-waggingly good! 🐾
And oh my dog, I've got to say a huge, slobbery THANK YOU for all your support. Watching our videos and giving that "good dog thumbs up button" a hearty click has been absolutely paw-some. Those Greenies my humans keep tossing my way as a reward for guarding the RV and sharing my thoughts on RV life? Well, let's just say I've become quite the connoisseur. 🦴
I don't want to brag, but I'm a good dog. A humble one too, I promise! But hey, enough of my canine modesty, I'm getting sidetracked by squirrels - literally! Time to get back to my duties as the official couch warmer of this RV. Catch you on the scent trail later, my fellow adventurers! 🚐🐾
Yours in endless tail wags and bacon dreams,
Alaska 🦴🥓
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@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

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@NymsView 10 ай бұрын

Seems next logical step is Alaska with Alaska 😉

@jimmoore7725 10 ай бұрын

Hi was thinking the same thing!

@creativemindshomeschooling1576 10 ай бұрын

Yes go to Alaska next summer

@FloridaNativeMike 10 ай бұрын

This

@lindarobb3868 10 ай бұрын

I wouldn't travel to Alaska in a motorhome... nu uh no way!

@carriem7832 10 ай бұрын

You asked where to go…how about coming back to Ohio and seeing the Hocking Hills State Park…….waterfalls, hiking, boating etc… We leave Sunday for Daniel Boone State Forest which has high ratings

@adamlevine2320 10 ай бұрын

congrats on hitting the lower 48. Our journey is just beginning so we have a ways to go. Continued safe travels and amazing videos. Sounds to me that Alaska is calling!

@livesoutdoors1708 10 ай бұрын

Y’all are awesome! Congratulations on the lower 48. That’s a heck of an accomplishment and the kids will have such wonderful ( and some not so wonderful ) memories. 45 years ago I took my kids across America on horseback. Now that I’m old I’m looking forward to some RV traveling in luxurious comfort! Thanks for the videos!

@marytaylor8758 10 ай бұрын

On horseback? I’d love to hear more about that trip!

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@dianashelton1371 10 ай бұрын

Ouchita Mountains, Buffalo River, Lake Catherine all near Hot Springs and incredible hiking and kayaking

@michellehorneff-cohen4988 10 ай бұрын

48 Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

@vannshuttleworth4738 10 ай бұрын

I think the kids are DONE with R.V. life. Love the dog! Good video.

@heidijentzsch9181 10 ай бұрын

We stayed at a wonderful state park in Arkansas. It was Lake Dardanelle near Russellville. It didn’t have sewer but power and water. But it was a beautiful lake and a cute town. And it was cheap. Loved our stay in Arkansas.

@judyross182 10 ай бұрын

The kids are now old enough to visit Alaska and appreciate what is there. However, it's too late in this season to go and the "Happily Ever Hanks" just did the trip with their cat. It would be a whole different trip with the kids and I'm sure you already know Alaska is EXPENSIVE. The trip will take you several months. So figure out things you can do that won't cost a fortune and then go for it. We went in 2012 by cruise ship to Seward and then took the Alaskan RR to see the sights all the way to Fairbanks and back. Then we took the train from Anchorage to Whittier and another cruise ship back. We live in WA state.

@RogueSquirre1-1 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for finally coming to our beautiful State. You only scratched the surface with Hot Springs, but I'm sure you'll make it for another trip or two. Have fun on your travels. Next episode, please!

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@LSZEsq 10 ай бұрын

After 48 comes 49. You’ve got to go up there, especially because you named your dog what you named him.

@sahmof7 10 ай бұрын

I would love to be able to say that I've been to all of the lower 48 states one day. So cool! And here your kids have already been able to experience that in their lives!!

@theresafields4296 10 ай бұрын

i am so happy you finally made it to my home state! Petit Jean State Park is a nice park with a beautiful history. I live on the edge of the River Valley to the Ozarks and I love it. Also, for lake and boating, Greers Ferry is so pretty. Of course, I cannot forget about NW Arkansas. So gorgeous!

@Pauls-World 10 ай бұрын

Hey y’all. I hope you’re having a wonderful summer. Thanks for your videos. Be safe and take care

@chuckdavis7681 10 ай бұрын

While you're in Arkansas, you should camp at Crater of Diamonds State Park and hunt for some diamonds. It's only about and hour and a half southwest of you.

@jwleaghn2194 10 ай бұрын

If you really want too see what Arkansas has too offer you should head northwest… There’s soooo much more than watch y’all see on the south end of the tunnel and the Hiking is beautiful…

@cherylfightmaster1130 10 ай бұрын

AWESOME..YOU GUYS ARE GREAT..LOVE THAT YOUR CHILDREN ARE GETTING THE BEST LEARNING FOR LIFE EXPERIENCES!!

@lisaaring8807 10 ай бұрын

As a Great Pyrenees Mom , I love the Alaska spots. Thank you for being so entertaining.

@cathybeall986 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations on the 48 states. Sending out hugs to Alaska! Safe travels!

@carolconnell9521 10 ай бұрын

Do the Canadian Provinces and Alaska. The Maritime provinces are special. As are Montreal and Quebec City. I plan on the western provinces and Alaska next summer.

@kellymclellan9135 10 ай бұрын

Yes! I live in Nova Scotia, it’s a beautiful place to visit…best in summer/fall 😊

@karenmanley9397 10 ай бұрын

So much to do in Arkansas. Best time is spring and fall. Glad y'all visited Arkansas. Hot Springs has lots of history. Safe travels

@gaffordsgocoastal 10 ай бұрын

We loved Hot Springs. We stayed at Catherine's Landing amazing resort style campground. Wish we knew about the cupcake place OMG!!! I agree with Alaska on kids being like squeaky toys LoL!! Stay safe see y'all out there.

@bethprice9702 10 ай бұрын

Congrats on the 48! Love Alaska and his comments!

@aprilkeener3345 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your milestone!!! How exciting. It's amazing to think you've been to all 48 lower states but there's still so much more to see :) And to Alaska: I like you!!! If I saw you on a walk I'd have to pet that big fluffy noggin of yours!

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Alaska says thanks! 💙🐾

@dawncraven2593 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations 🎉. Will enjoy watching your further adventures.

@juliebaird4156 10 ай бұрын

I 💗 Alaska's take at the end. That was so clever.

@tammymoore-kloss9680 10 ай бұрын

Wow congratulations🎉that’s awesome ! I’d say keep on going.. enjoy the road and your family!!

@nickihutchinson8138 10 ай бұрын

I normally don’t like these bloggy videos 😂😂 but your all over the place in this and it entertains my ADD . Very well done . You covered so much in a short time . Loved it . ❤

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@karenguy745 10 ай бұрын

Looking forward to seeing you come up here to British Columbia Canada on your way to Alaska. I hope that you will enjoy the trip!

@flyingdutchwoman 10 ай бұрын

you should come to Canada..we have some great parks

@donaldsittman4985 10 ай бұрын

Alaska should have his own site, love him!

@bethb5076 10 ай бұрын

Loved this video. Hot springs is an awesome place. Thanks for the tips, Alaska! 🥓

@beckyw9000 10 ай бұрын

Been watching for about 2 yrs. Congrats on completing the lower 48!!! I just loved Alaska’s takeover, very heartwarming. Have a great fall, and good luck on the future adventure planning. I hope y’all do visit Alaska and Canada!

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@WestsontheMove 10 ай бұрын

Congrats on your big milestone stone of traveling in all of the lower 48. Hope we see you at the Florida RV Supershow, if you are going to be there. -Pete & Lisa

@debrafordham1715 10 ай бұрын

You were so close to The Crator of Diamonds State Park. The only place in North America to find diamonds. I

@kristinajohnson3165 9 ай бұрын

I hope you tried the lemon lavender cupcake! Amazing!❤

@oldmommaoutdoors7787 10 ай бұрын

Put bbq sauce, sliced red onion, chicken and cheddar cheese on a tortilla as well! Yum! Love you all! You inspire me!

@user-hi8uf5tg7t 10 ай бұрын

So start,over,again. You may have been in all 48 states but there is always more to see in each state.

@out_running_erins9118 10 ай бұрын

Lol the dog at the end

@saras4181 10 ай бұрын

Everyone should welcome a sweet pup but unfortunately some just don't know what they're missing!❤️🐾

@mikemanjo2458 10 ай бұрын

I loved this! It is a bit bittersweet to complete a task. I had been working on a huge project for Christmas that I started in January and I was surprised when I finished on August 31st that I was not only happy to finish, but that I was also a bit sad. I know y'all will have lots of fun to come. I've always wanted to go into Canada and see Prince Edward Island (Anne of Green Gables House) and the provinces on this side of the world. I loved the ending with Alaska's walk. I might be more excited to meet Alaska than the humans on the trail.❤ 🙏 Stay safe. I'm excited for thing to come. (Jane in SC)

@jholcomb9532 10 ай бұрын

Yes! PEI, definitely.

@FourHuskyHomestead 10 ай бұрын

Love your buc-ees top ! Love buc-ees ! Leslye

@anniedew2592 10 ай бұрын

We got an Alliance Blue Ducky at The Hershey RV Show for our Rented Jeep. 😊 You will Love Alaska!

@mountainman540 10 ай бұрын

Love the map. Glad you filled it in. Love the campground

@leannnewton1 10 ай бұрын

I live here. There are so many campgrounds here. We have 3 lakes in the area, so there’s lots of camping. Thank you for visiting my town!

@lisawaterman2737 10 ай бұрын

I like the toad idea!!🐸🐸

@karenkelly1451 10 ай бұрын

Awesome accomplishment. 🎉 I actually traveled through all 48 years ago as a travel nurse.

@rosemarieburns7572 10 ай бұрын

We are new glampers!! Really appreciate your helpful videos!! Thank you!!😊

@JodysJourney 10 ай бұрын

As for what to do for RVers (instead of ducks), I’d suggest toads. 😊👍🏻

@GregVT 10 ай бұрын

Have fun in Alaska...with Alaska 😃

@barbarapalmer268 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations on all 48 states.

@vaasnaad 9 ай бұрын

Alaska next! Glad you guys had fun in my neck of the woods! :-) I love getting up to Hot Springs whenever I can but I haven't been since I became a full time RVer. And speaking of Alaska, I LOVED his segment!! :-)

@GratefulGlamper 9 ай бұрын

💙

@BeautyandTheBeastRV 10 ай бұрын

We Airstreams “Flamingo” each other. Seems like you answered your own question though; you should give toads (rubber frogs) to other campers that have a toad (tow behind). Just an idea :)

@robynidyllwild6755 10 ай бұрын

And no what is the California Howdy? Travato’s do the wave 👋

@user-gv3gv5oq3s 2 ай бұрын

Congratulations on the lower 48!!!! Now y'all need to hit Alaska and Hawaii!!!!!

@GratefulGlamper 2 ай бұрын

Yep! That’s the plan!

@cheryltheurer3546 10 ай бұрын

I love the talking dog, Alaska

@joebratton7813 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for visiting Arkansas. I hope it was a great experience even if you came during the hot part of the year. Please come back soon, fall is beautiful here. I recommend DeGray Lake Resort State Park, we go there often and it’s got loads of things to do. Thanks for your videos, we always lean something which helps us RV.

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and the suggestions

@smoreadventures 10 ай бұрын

Next trip...Alaska!! The kids will love it! We did it in 70 days from the Nashville area. You can definitely do it in 75 days from Florida. Yes, you can take your big rig. If not already done, just beef up your suspension. Roads are fine in Alaska. The Alcan between Destruction Bay and Tok is rough. Just go slow!

@shirlynb148 10 ай бұрын

Easiest way to eat a cupcake. Rip or cut it in half, put frosting side in the middle then it’s basically a cupcake sandwich.

@shawns.6846 10 ай бұрын

Glad yall enjoyed your stay here in Arkansas. Safe travels

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Thanks! Arkansas was great even though it was our last state in the lower 48.

@the1cpu 10 ай бұрын

We were in that campground earlier this year. We loved Hot Springs and enjoyed our stay there.

@jeffsteele1295 10 ай бұрын

You are in Arkansas asking what to do ? Have you considered crystal hunting in Arkansas ? Do you remember the Superman movie where his home was in the like North Pole and the crystals that controlled everything ? These are the crystals that you find in Arkansas. You can go and dig up in the red dirt and find these beautiful crystals everywhere. Carry them with you to like Washington State and sale them for big dollars lol . Check it out its fun just digging them up and finding them. Jeff

@sonyacondon8897 10 ай бұрын

Just so you know…cows are moo moo Subaru….pigs are left on Harleys…horses are buck buck bronco….flamingo s are airstreams….sooo you could possibly start something with the suburban

@martasmith1333 10 ай бұрын

You need to Alaska in June. That is our plan.

@micheleh4016 10 ай бұрын

This was the first national park we visited 6 years ago when we started our RV quest of visiting all 63 Parks. We thought it was quite strange but also really interesting.

@lindamcnair2600 10 ай бұрын

Is Alaska a Great Pyrenees? Sweet baby. Enjoy your videos. I've learned a lot of organization hacks from you. Thanks!

@jancash2944 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for allowing Alaska to have time to!!!🎉

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

He really, really wants to start his own channel now 😉🐾

@teresaworthley2368 10 ай бұрын

You need to hit up Alaska!! Make the drive… 😊 Another thought is to start in the spring and go to every MLB park. There really are some great parks with history in them!!

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

We’ve hit 6 of the 30 MLB parks - visiting them all if definitely a goal.

@karlmopete 10 ай бұрын

Would love to have you visit our country 🇨🇦

@tevbrannan5885 10 ай бұрын

There are some trails to hike. The water is some of the best you'll ever have. They used to have some for filling your rv tanks. Love Gulpha Gorge.

@rmhiatt 10 ай бұрын

Yes! Gulpha Gorge was amazing! We stayed a year ago in April. Loved all the history in Hot Springs!

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

It was a fun visit! Thanks for watching

@user-sp2pu5op9g 10 ай бұрын

I see you left the best state for last!😊

@lancewulfers2502 10 ай бұрын

Arvie has helped several friends who work remote while RVing in some states like California, Florida and Texas when finding camping locations when the camps all seem to be overbooked. We don't camp enough to justify it yet, but hope to be camping more each year.

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

👍🏻

@uniquecampingmarine 10 ай бұрын

Wohoo on making all 48 what a fun adventure. Are you going to the diamond mine in Arkansas, it is on my bucket list. BTW the cupcakes sounded delicious. Love watching Alaska's adventures

@tsunsu 10 ай бұрын

What a grate milestone. Love the pet blogs. Missing the cats tho dont see um much. Love the content tho. Cant waite to see more.

@karenthorpe8351 10 ай бұрын

Love Alaska❤️🐾❤️🐾

@daveanddianethrowingcautio5707 10 ай бұрын

LOL,,, prime example of why I don't get the Snap Pad craze. I like the griddle made pizza's!! Congrats for hitting all the states.

@yasminamickas7134 10 ай бұрын

You must come to Alaska!

@carilester6207 10 ай бұрын

We have a Jeep wagoneer 2023 LOVE IT! We get ducked in it, not as much as my jeep wrangler but we still get ducked :)

@danfischer518 10 ай бұрын

You should cut/break your cupcake in half and flip the top over so the frosting is in the middle. Definitely easier to eat that way. 🙂

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Great idea!!

@tinaprice4948 10 ай бұрын

We always camp with tortilla pizzas, they are great inside in a pan for late night munchies, or in bad weather :D

@jenn9119 10 ай бұрын

Alaska before winter sets in.

@dawnlemieux3877 10 ай бұрын

Love the host Alaska!

@StreamingNomad 10 ай бұрын

You can have all my airstream flamingoes the next time I roll across ya! :)

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Perfect!

@camperbum 10 ай бұрын

Very cool, we live about 100 miles north of there in Missouri, been wondering what that park looks like. If you come back this way, check out Bull Shoals White River state park, very nice place in the Ozarks.

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Will do!

@miketaylor2810 10 ай бұрын

Howdy y'all! Saved the best for last 😊

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

@JamieStuff 10 ай бұрын

It took me about 5 years to hit (as in have a pickup or delivery) all 48 states. #48 was Maine, but surprisingly, #47 was Arizona, where my company's headquarters is located. I was THROUGH AZ quite a few times (runs to/from CA), but the company finally had me drop a trailer at company HQ.

@rowdiegurl 9 ай бұрын

If you haven't experienced Big Bend National Park, or Big Bend State park in Texas, you really should. I recommend staying at a campground outside the park, as they are easier to book, but when you explore the Nat'l park, a drive up to Chisos Basin is a must, as well as Santa Elena Canyon. The State park...well, you can't go wrong there! Everything is breathtaking!

@GratefulGlamper 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions!

@douglinn1583 10 ай бұрын

Tell Alaska it's called social distancing. While it isn't neccesary, some people still insist on it. It says more about them than him. Some of would gladly stop and say hi! Personally, I would want a hand shake as well!

@cherylfightmaster1130 10 ай бұрын

Wonder what I could get for my future Van RV next March love Horses cows Flamingos

@Grateful4plants 10 ай бұрын

Alaska, of course

@NelloCambelli 10 ай бұрын

Now that you have visited all lower 48 States what did you not see? For example, the Alabama Trail for Gawfers - Nepenthe in Big Sur - swinging over the Royal Gorge - Water skiing on the Broadmoor’s Lake.

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Yes, so much that is still "left on the table"

@rosedzindolet-faith5092 10 ай бұрын

Well….I Like you Alaska ❤️🐶😍🤗 I’d enjoy meeting you & your humans 1 day

@jacquetaylor2714 10 ай бұрын

My "eyelashed" headlamps jeep has been " ducked" 4 times in Washington state! It's a thing you know! 😂😂😂

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Awesome!

@marytaylor8758 10 ай бұрын

Great memories there. Are the Hot Springs bath houses not open anymore? I was able to experience them back in the early ‘80’s. I don’t remember all the details but it was $7 for several experiences that took about two hours.

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Interesting! The bathhouses were only more for “tours” - it was interesting to see and learn more but definitely not what we expected for a “National Park” - thanks for watching

@user-mh9og7yv6y 10 ай бұрын

Your next destination should be Alaska for your Dog, Alaska!!!!

@stacyingram9423 10 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you finally made it to our great state! Did you hike up to the lookout tower while you were there. It is on the path in the park, starting downtown and goes up the hill.

@saramcintosh2183 10 ай бұрын

Mini people do ducks too! 🐤

@kariwilliams2143 10 ай бұрын

you should check out the Ozark Missouri if you have not already very beautiful

@TheHighwayHare 10 ай бұрын

We just recently learned about the "Duck" thing when we were staying in Gatlinburg during the Jeep Rally a few weeks ago! Love the idea that Chevys' should get the same rewards! How about horses? (Get it? Horsepower?) Dodge should be sheep/Rams (of course).

@GratefulGlamper 10 ай бұрын

Good ideas! Thanks for watching