Lol how so? We wear deodorant and no birkenstocks.

@@tzbz1 thank you for the support! We plan to continue sharing our journey as we move back home and take shorter trips around the country.

I'm not a huge fan of sharing coordinates of secluded sites like this but I'll give you a hint. It is in the Donnell Pond public reserve land. I believe they have a map showing areas that can be camped at.

@@stv111play I'm glad you find our videos helpful, thank you for the support! There are many other great products out there but we find these to be our most important.

@@brianbelliveau5551 it's frustrating how half hazard some of these new trailers a built!

Thanks for the feedback! What did you value most?

@@larisonlifestyle Your overall production is excellent and quality number 1, what did it for me was the start was all about the coffee!! That made me watch to the end.

@@Nedreck11 haha thank you! Every day needs a good coffee start to kick it off!

These are really high quality builds, I'm impressed with the creature comforts over my Grand Design.

Not yet!

Thank you for being a dedicated superfan! We appreciate the support and feedback!

We will definitely keep up with posting our travel adventures!

It's an incredible place isn't it!

Havasu is incredible down by Parker, what a great area. Check out BougeRV solar systems they're affordable and easy to install. Enjoy your travels!

@@larisonlifestyle I'll check them out thanks👍🏻🇺🇲

Looking at OnX maps and Gaia it looks like there is an old road that goes down to the lake from the old air strip and ends at Coles Wash. I've not driven down to the water from the north end but I've wanted to try, I don't know what kind of shape it's in. There's also another road further east called Two Shoes Ranch rd. That ends at Humbug creek.

@@larisonlifestyle Thanks for the info!

Looking at OnX maps and Gaia it looks like there is an old road that goes down to the lake from the old air strip and ends at Coles Wash. I've not driven down to the water from the north end but I've wanted to try, I don't know what kind of shape it's in. There's also another road further east called Two Shoes Ranch rd. That ends at Humbug creek.

They handle the trails really well stock but being outfitted right always helps.

We had a good time here, I'm sure it's busy during the summertime.

The french press can be messy and get a few grinds in the coffee. We haven't tried the pour over method yet. Do you have to boil more water and get more grinds for a second cup?

😂 we had to share our bland meal experience. If you haven't tried using a slow cooker on travel days it's a game changer when you arrive at your campsite.

I'll have to check it out. How long have you used yours? Do you have to boil water separately?

@@larisonlifestyle yes. Very similar order of operations to a French press but I prefer Americanos and the Aeropress gets pretty dark close to making espresso. I have had mine for years. They are also plastic and last. The only downsides I see are the disposable paper filters (but you can get a reusable metal one) and you can only really make 1 cup at a time (but they are quick to make).

Thank you for the feedback! It sure is roomy for a truck bed camper

@artvandelay1099, thanks for the feedback, I completely agree. A lot of people write off the F150 as a too big full size for off roading when in reality it's a very capable truck that can keep up with midsize rigs when outfitted properly. We have more content coming in the next few months off-roading in Baja Mexico with the F150. We link up with a group of OnX Offroad trail guides and the F150 is again the biggest rig out there but tackles the same trails in comfort.

@Jasonrcsd, good point that would probably help. I'm all for everyone getting along and having a good time out there. But having a race muffler on a 2 stroke and ripping on the throttle non stop to get people to look at you while riding with your shirt off is on another level.

It's one of our favorite places to stay with the Burrows, hot air balloons and lake nearby. Seems like a lot less Boondocking area now days

Its the best! I hope you weren't eating when you watched this 🤣

@@larisonlifestyle actually was catching a snack. Put it down for a few minutes. LOL!

@toddramsay977, Lol she hasn't volunteered to dump the tanks yet!

Welcome to the channel! Having lots of plans can be a game changer rather than winging it. A lot less frustrations on those challenging days. 31ft can be a lot to handle for one person to park and maneuver. We added a Haloview Backup camera to the camper and it's helped me out when parking the camper by myself or needing to back up at a gas station.

Thank you! It's not the most glamorous camping "lot" but the people and sunsets make it. I checked out your channel and we happen to be from the same area, I made sure to subscribe!

@@larisonlifestyle Thanks! I saw some of your Ozarks videos, so I was wondering if that was the case. We are subscribed to yours as well!

@@MidwestJourneys Yes, we are from Kansas City but spend a lot of time in Southern Missouri and Northern Arkansas. Thanks for hitting subscribe!

Thank you for the comment!

Thank you! It's a cozy unit with great folks.

Welcome to the channel! Thanks for the comment.

@scottnichols309, it's a sweet truck bed camper, very roomy!

@FoxPartyOf3, the large open lot made us feel like we had to meet our neighbors! The cave tour was awesome, if we weren't hung over and driving 4 hours that day we might have done the full hike 😂 That sounds like a great travel plan this year, maybe we'll see you out there!

We took the Western route up Ashley Lake Rd to the North Campground. Even the host at the North campground told us not go to the other way. The western route is mostly easy going gravel, a little steep at one point but nothing too crazy. The campground has maybe 2-3 spots that can fit a trailer / camper. Ours is around 25ft with the generator rack and trailer tongue and we were pushing the limits to back into the upper camping spot. I wouldn't recommend a trailer over 20ft. I did meet someone that's lives along Ashley Lake Rd and they told us the big storms in 2022 washed out part of the road. I imagine by now that has been repaired. I think most locals that have houses and bring their boats up go the western route.

@@larisonlifestyle Thank you for your response! Very helpful! I will have to look into the other route

Thank you for your support! Were/are you a military aviator?

@larisonlifestyle no--Surface Warfare: where failed and wannabe Aviators, SEALs, and Submariners go to serve. 🇺🇸

I have T-Mobile and Jacob has AT&T. Neither of us had cell service at Hickey Gap. We didn’t have Starlink at the time, so I’m not sure if that would pick up any reception with all the trees.

Thank you so much!

That's an important one! Should definitely be at the top of the list. lol

Awesome! It’s off to the right, directly before entering Oliver Lee State Park. You’ll probably see other rigs out there.

@danemmerich6775, thank you! Yes the inverter is hooked up to our house batteries to give us AC power when needed. Our solar helps keep the batteries charged up during the day and when needed we run the generator for AC, microwave, and topping the batteries off. Having a good battery bank is key.

@scottclark7836, welcome to the channel! Go Chiefs! The truck pulls the camper well but I have made a few upgrades to help. I have a full length (500lb capacity) add a leaf at the rear. I upgraded to a mishimoto transmission cooler for towing in the hills and mountains and recently upgraded my suspension. The suspension was more for off road but it's improved towing ride comfort quite a bit. I upgraded the brakes to power stop z36 kit with drilled and slotted rotors to help with brake fade and pad life. I highly suggest good type C,D or E Light Truck tires. I also drive in tow/haul mode and often drive in manual select shift to better improve fuel economy, ease down steep grades and help the transmission temp. Out of all the upgrades I have done I would recommend the mishimoto transmission cooler the most for towing. We struggled with high transmission temps when doing mountain passes and the bigger cooler made a big difference. I do have the 6 speed transmission. In general don't expect to get anywhere fast just take your time. You should check out my other channel @jacobsupgrades to see my technical installs and reviews on my F150 and the Grand Design.

Good to know, my apologies! It was pretty bright in White Sands.

Not too many people know of this and most don't care. It is one of thge things they tell you if you take a course in videoing or film making.@@larisonlifestyle

Thanks for the feedback! We will apply this when filming more adventures.

I've never heard this before, and personally don't care if people wear sunglasses. Especially in NM (where I live) because that sun is bright.

I live in NM, you need those sunglasses. It wasn't rude at all. @@larisonlifestyle

@kennethwers, different strokes for different folks. If your only boondocking for the fun of it on a weekend yes you probably don't need most of this. IF your working full time while on the road boondocking then most of this was needed for us.

@ratgenerationx2946, the starlink nomad cost has gone up to $150 a month now. That's after purchasing the hardware that's over $700.

@JeffSmith-it4tm, here is the application link. There is either an individual application or family application. It helps to print a copy out too incase a local officer asks to see your permit. I think you’re supposed to have it on display in the window of your rig. azland.my.salesforce-sites.com/recreationalpermit/

@@larisonlifestyle I have it. But I go too a more private place off Cowcreek road and camp for free. Get to see and hear lots of Burros.

@@JeffSmith-it4tm have you been to the old airstrip to the north? Lots of Burros out that way, amazing views of the lake at sunset.

@@larisonlifestyle Yes I go to the place off of cow Creek road, Went there 2 weeks ago and going tomorrow. Love it during the week because on the weekends the place is packed. I kick back and drink beer and watch and listen to the Burros.

@arthurbrumagem3844, that would make sense because the water clarity would make it much easier for them to fish. We've seen quite a few snakes while floating. We're always leery of floating under low hanging branches.

Let’s hope they can pull it off again this year!

@part-timephilosopherLol, that sounds like a great method for water conservation and hygiene. We'll have to try this out.

@noelliastarr5853, we love White Sands in the winter time!

@WebDesignSocal, sometimes options are limited when traveling cross country along the southern route. We were still 75 miles from the border in this spot. We had no problems or bad encounters.