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Michele Shanklin
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Приєднався 18 бер 2011
Hey there! I’m Michele, and this is Phoenix-my adventure buddy, snack stealer, and professional road-trip co-pilot. 🐾 We’re now full-time RVers living life one scenic trail and quirky small town at a time in our 20-foot RPod.
It all started with a summer in a tiny 4x9 teardrop camper. Spoiler alert: we loved it! So much, in fact, that we upgraded to a bigger rig to go all-in on full-time RV life. Now I juggle working remotely with chasing sunsets, sipping cider, and finding the best coffee spots.
Here, you’ll find dog-friendly adventures camper life, travel tips, an obsession with old mining towns and lots of fun as we navigate life on the road.
If you’re into adventure, simplicity, and maybe a little (a lot of) chaos, grab a snack (Phoenix recommends whip) and come along for the ride! 🚐🐕✨
We would also love to see you over on Instagram where I post more regularly: a_azgirlandherdogs
It all started with a summer in a tiny 4x9 teardrop camper. Spoiler alert: we loved it! So much, in fact, that we upgraded to a bigger rig to go all-in on full-time RV life. Now I juggle working remotely with chasing sunsets, sipping cider, and finding the best coffee spots.
Here, you’ll find dog-friendly adventures camper life, travel tips, an obsession with old mining towns and lots of fun as we navigate life on the road.
If you’re into adventure, simplicity, and maybe a little (a lot of) chaos, grab a snack (Phoenix recommends whip) and come along for the ride! 🚐🐕✨
We would also love to see you over on Instagram where I post more regularly: a_azgirlandherdogs
A Dog Friendly Adventure Day in Prescott, and Jerome Arizona
We are back to our Arizona adventure weekend after interrupting it for our new RV tour.
This weekend's adventure has us in Prescott Arizona for our of our favorite trails! Watson Lake is a STUNNING lake surrounded by simple trails or for the more adventurous the follow the white dot and have fun bouldering section which is my favorite. Today we had a hour and half run on deck and enjoyed both the simple section and the follow the white dot fun. Hope you enjoy coming along for the run.
After Prescott we go up Mingus mountain to the tiny ghost town of Jerome to show you around and get some extra adventure in.
Now we didn't do much more than walk around because we have been there so much but if you are looking for a great day I have some options below for you.
After Jerome we stopped at our favorite sneaky little Mexican restaurant Mi Patio for some take home treats.
Theses kind of adventure weekends are my favorites. Simple, easy, and fun.
Hope you enjoyed!
Get you hike on: www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/watson-lake-and-flume-trail
Jerome:
To Eat: Clinkscale
Dog Friendly: The General Store, Haunted Hamburger (challenging) or drop down to Clarkdale for a ton of options and more wineries
To Drink:
Vino Zona (Dog Friendly)
Caduceus Cellars (I have taken Feens here but they weren't busy so allowed him - it seems to be based on business so just check)
Tours:
Jerome Ghost Tour
Gold King Mine Tour (Dog friendly as it's more of a "junk yard" and not a real mine tour.
Can't wait to see you on the road again in January!
The next few videos will be all RV related as we make the move into the RPod.
If you want to see more day to day chaos head on over to insta - a_azgirlandherdogs
This weekend's adventure has us in Prescott Arizona for our of our favorite trails! Watson Lake is a STUNNING lake surrounded by simple trails or for the more adventurous the follow the white dot and have fun bouldering section which is my favorite. Today we had a hour and half run on deck and enjoyed both the simple section and the follow the white dot fun. Hope you enjoy coming along for the run.
After Prescott we go up Mingus mountain to the tiny ghost town of Jerome to show you around and get some extra adventure in.
Now we didn't do much more than walk around because we have been there so much but if you are looking for a great day I have some options below for you.
After Jerome we stopped at our favorite sneaky little Mexican restaurant Mi Patio for some take home treats.
Theses kind of adventure weekends are my favorites. Simple, easy, and fun.
Hope you enjoyed!
Get you hike on: www.alltrails.com/trail/us/arizona/watson-lake-and-flume-trail
Jerome:
To Eat: Clinkscale
Dog Friendly: The General Store, Haunted Hamburger (challenging) or drop down to Clarkdale for a ton of options and more wineries
To Drink:
Vino Zona (Dog Friendly)
Caduceus Cellars (I have taken Feens here but they weren't busy so allowed him - it seems to be based on business so just check)
Tours:
Jerome Ghost Tour
Gold King Mine Tour (Dog friendly as it's more of a "junk yard" and not a real mine tour.
Can't wait to see you on the road again in January!
The next few videos will be all RV related as we make the move into the RPod.
If you want to see more day to day chaos head on over to insta - a_azgirlandherdogs
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That’s a good trip, I love Prescott. I was going up there every two weeks to fish and visit my brother and his wife. Until they moved out of state. ☹
I love that you know all the dog friendly spots! That’s how I am but I live in Chicago and most places aren’t so dog friendly. And yes, off leash dogs that approach my leashed dog is my biggest pet peeve! Ugh! Thanks for taking us along on your adventure.🫶🏻
Did you know that during aids start up 80's Jerome had the highest percentage of cases per capita population 😢
That’s not a fact I knew or like very much 🙁😢
Hi Michelle, I'm a camper and looking for comfortable sandals . Which brand are you wearing. Im sure they must be comfy
Hi! These are cushionairre (fake Birkenstocks) from Amazon. I have a few styles and love them!
So exciting. Your adventure is just beginning for you and Feens. Can’t wait to go along for the journey. Off leash dogs drive me crazy
Especially when you wanna pass them 😡 There are plenty of places Feens is off leash but I would never do it on a busy running path. And thank you! It’s been wild here. 2 weeks till it’s go time and only 247 last minute tasks to do 😂
Can I join you 😊 yur gorgeous mam 😍 lol Great video I jus purchased a 30FT RV class c for Rv life full time relocating to Jacksonville florida from Charlotte queencity n.c
Beautiful.... no microwave? I have a 2018 forest river, and it's still in great condition. Forest River manufactures very good cempers. Congratulations!
It has a convection oven. Honestly I’m not really a microwave user so I guarantee the plastic will be on it for a long time. At least until I decide to bake something. Good to hear! I’ve heard a lot of good reviews on them so fingers crossed I have the same luck!
Hi whatcha up to hope all is well sending up prayers 4 healing and unspoken and 4 everyone and bless great healthy peaceful safe journeys travels and happy day everyday in name of the Creator God/ Yahweh and Yeshua/ Jesus and the Holy Ghost/ Spirit Amen much honor and respect keep praying keep watching the sky and keep walking tall always hugs sending love and keep on keeping on pushing forward one step at a time also cool cool cmpr trlr also 4 the price of the tear drop u could've did a cmpr trlr first however I understand that u were trying to find ur someday either way no sliders is best option cus less leaks also glad u took some of ideas into consideration also remember customer service makes the cmpr trlrs always keep that in mind 4 all future buys such as pass buys also remember u r such a blessing hugs and glad yall r here and u r beautiful and beautiful soul always also glad and happy 4 u and with u woohoo congrats woohoo also here with u and here 4 the long haul and remember keep praying and keep watching the sky and keep walking tall always hugs woohoo happy with u and catch u on the flippy flops/ til nxt time and happy cmpn also have fun 4 me too and ur celebration is cool too and smile 🕊🦅✝️💪🙂💖💖 🚌🌅🌌⛺🌄🏞🏖
its so cute!! Excited to see your adventures in it!
Thank you so much!
Happy trails Michele!
Cheers to the road ahead!
Congrats on the new adventure home!!!!!
Thank you!
Yay! Your new home is pretty cool! I can’t wait to see you guys all moved into it. Super happy for you!❤
Thanks so much! We're so excited to get settled in!
Congrats! The new place looks great. It’s about to get fun…
Thanks, it’s definitely going to be a fun journey!
Nice Rig, fits you and the pooch, congratulations 🎉🥂😊
Thanks so much! We can’t wait to make lots of memories in her.
I love it! Want to help me negotiate on buying one. lol. No really? You both will love it and I can't wait to see the adventures, so I can live through you for now.
Haha I would gladly!! It’s honestly a lot easier than people think. Have fun with it and no when the best times to negotiate are and that helps!
Congratulations!!
Thank you!!
Love it!
Thank you!!
Congrats!!! We had a R pod & loved it.
Thank you! Ohhh that’s so good to hear!
I do not understand why people own homes controlled by HOA. Too many rules.
It’s been worth it to live in the amazing area I do. For the most part I’ve had no problems and don’t really need to do anything that requires me to break the rules. To each their own though! I get it.
Wow, don't even make us a glass of wine to celebrate with you. Lol how rude! 😂😂😂 congrats!!
If you were here I’d totally make you one!!
@MicheleShanklin on my way. Lol
Congrats 👏 🥂
Thanks so much!!
Hey amm, I'm curious what you do for living? I mean the channel is currently small, and you must have a remote online type of work.. asked because I wanna do it .
Yes I have a full time corporate job in project management. I’ve been remote for about 6 years now. Blessed to have a job that allows me to now work from wherever I want! I don’t ever plan to leave my career even if this channel grows. I love my job 🧡
@@MicheleShanklin Well that's amazing!! So glad to see someone enjoy their life... I am myself jobless with dreams of a job and traveling... If you find a job for me... Please let me know.. thanks!!
Congratulations! Wonderful update!
Thank you so much!!
Just subscribed.. I hope you guys stay happy and enjoy your life...
Thanks so much for subscribing!
🎉❤it’s so nice!! Thanks for sharing your story, good luck!
Yay 😃👏your trailer is here!!! It looks perfect for you and Feens, I’m so excited for you 🩷🩷
Thank you!! Yes we are so excited it’s here early!!
So happy for you! Can’t wait to see it decorated and for feeny to be in it 😊😊
Thank you!! I’m so excited to make it home!
This isn’t some luxury black label here”! 😂😂
Nothing against those I’m just a realist 🤣 She’s luxury to me after living in a 4x9 teardrop but yeah some of the little things like the shower head….I was like what the heck are you thinking Forest River 🤣 thank you so much 🧡🧡
This is so awesome, Michele! I’m sooo happy for you 🎉 You and Feeny are going to love y’alls new rig! This video made me smile so much…. Genuinely happy for you two 😁❤️
Thank you for that comment! It’s always my home to bring a smile to the world so I’m glad this did it! I’m so excited for this next chapter!
Love your new space! Congratulations, Michele! 🎉 Perfect! ❤
Thank you so much! We are obsessed!
Congrats on your new Rig!!! Hope to see you out here! Solo RV Ladies are winning!!!!
Yes 🙌🏻 Cheers to the solo ladies!!
Congrats Michele, it looks awesome!! Raising a glass of wine to you in celebration 😊
Thank you!! Cheers right back!!!
❤
Congrats!!
Thank you 🧡
I still prefer k9storm collars. I actually use dyneema leash with a kong frog carabiner. A video for a difference between leashes would be nice.
I actually haven’t heard of those! I’ll have to look into them. I still love my Modern Icon gear and use a lot of it but also found a small company called BoulderK9 and have switched to all their biothane leashes because you can mix up the clips and handles to your specs. I like those for hiking and adventuring.
@MicheleShanklin i make my own leash for under 30 bucks. Dyneema Moores ships to piers and it is so light. Once you learn how to splice you save money. The leash fits in my pocket. K9 storm is a brand that makes military/police/service/search and rescue k9 gear. They make it just for the dog.
That’s a cool trail.
It really is! One of my favorites!
Wow! I am so excited for you, Michele! Here’s to the beginning of a new chapter in your life 🍾🎉
Thank you so much! I’m so excited!
Fun video as always. Feens cracks me up, he was drooling big time!! Yes Czech Kolaches are small and round or square with a dimple on top that is filled with fruit or curd. I’ve never heard of mat Kolaches though, maybe an American thing. I have fond memories of eating Kolaches with coffee for breakfast in Prague back in the day 😊
He straight lost his mind 🤣🤦🏻♀️ I was like dude come on! Ok that makes sense that we Americanized them…..you’ve definitely lived a cool life with lots of adventures!!
Thanks!
You are truly the best 🧡🧡
Looks yummy! Hahaha! My labradoodle Bentley occasionally gets possessed by the food demon 😈 too! He will try snatch a piece of pizza 🍕 that is on its way to my mouth!
I love that! The food demon 🤣 He straight lost his marbles 🤣
Yes, the traditional kolaches are round with the filling on top. Although I've never made one that huge! 😂 The savory kind are actually called klobasniky - but seems like Texas started calling them "meat kolaches" and it spread from there. I love that you can just get them from a drive through! I'm in Michigan and if I want some I have to make them 😊 Thanks for continuing to take us on your adventures!
Sounds about right that we Americanized them 🤣 They are amazing no matter what and I was happy when they opened here! Thanks for coming along 🧡
Love your videos ❤
Thank you 🧡🧡
_This was such a fun video to watch! I loved seeing you explore the old mine and learn about its history. It's amazing how much history is hidden right in our own backyards. And the kachki looked absolutely delicious! I'm definitely going to have to try one of those sometime. Thanks for sharing this adventure with us. It's always inspiring to see people get out and explore._ 👍❤
Thank you so much for watching! I love sharing adventures in my backyard! I feel so blessed to live in such a gorgeous place!
How did you level so you’re not sitting up -ish ?
The seats went pretty darn flat but I had those foam tiles in the back that I kept to protect the flooring and those naturally took out the little bit of incline there was.
How exciting! I'm going to live vicariously through you 😊
Awww thanks for coming along 🧡
I got an RV a few years ago and love to be organized. Temu has some great RV/Camper organization items. Search it and you will find some cute little metal shelves you hang inside a cabinet to keep stuff from moving. Lots of stuff! Can’t wait to see which camper you got… Hope it’s the wolf pup… those are great!
My dad got me these tent stakes and ties downs from Temu that hands down were one of the best things I had with me in the drop. They were amazing! I never think to shop there so thanks for the reminder!
I think that's a really practical and realistic approach to what you're doing! Well done and thanks for sharing! 🎉😊
I do try to have a method to my crazy….also realizing I may throw it all out the window 🤣
Holy-Moly-Donut… Now I wanna see the episode of loading up the trailer. It’s gonna be actioned packed.
Hahaha that video is coming soon!
Great planning and organization!! 🎉 Getting so excited to see what trailer you and the pup will enjoy! So happy for you! Let’s gooooo! 😊 Happy Thanksgiving and we look forward to seeing your travel trailer home!❤
Thank you so much!! I hope you’ve had an amazing holiday season so far!
For the hats, some type of upside rack that hangs from the ceiling maybe. Like those storage containers that are for paper plates but put it on the ceiling. This is good knowledge for myself since I am also planning on getting a camper or drop.
I think I’ve got an idea! I can’t wait to see if it works and I’ll show ya!
Nice