Backpacking to a Wood-Fired Bathtub in the Mountains

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  • @SeanRCope
    @SeanRCope 9 місяців тому +9

    Disabled vet with two small dogs, been hiding for five years in rural California. I don’t do well around strangers anymore. I’m jealous I need to get out and about in the backwoods. Waiting for spring. Thinking about Montana.
    Happy trails, travel safe.

    • @sco3592
      @sco3592 9 місяців тому +2

      God bless you and enjoy your backwoods adventures ahead.

  • @rylieriley
    @rylieriley 9 місяців тому +11

    The narration is outstanding!

  • @perceivedvelocity9914
    @perceivedvelocity9914 9 місяців тому +14

    Hahaha. The Heavy Metal karaoke was unexpected and hilarious.

    • @vincem3748
      @vincem3748 9 місяців тому +2

      I seriously had to watch that again 🤘🤘🤘 too funny 😂

    • @Elhastezy888
      @Elhastezy888 9 місяців тому +2

      It
      Was
      Awesome
      🤘🏻

  • @leewinn3268
    @leewinn3268 9 місяців тому +10

    If you are watching this Video Please hit a "Thumb Up👍" for Wonderhussy.👍👍👍👍

  • @susanaraica3702
    @susanaraica3702 9 місяців тому +48

    I just would like to thank you for all your great adventures being accessible to us. Wish I was younger(I’m 63) to go to more of these places. I now stick to easier trails. Again thanks for all you do. Thanks for always making me smile.❤

    • @rafeller9057
      @rafeller9057 9 місяців тому +9

      Hey I'm 77 and I would give anything to be 63. Push yourself . . . go for it! You may not get another chance.

    • @lettermines
      @lettermines 9 місяців тому +2

      ​@@rafeller9057 your advice gives a meaningful wisdom to me who is now 55 and wondered what I can do for myself at this age...
      I hope you enjoy your life and happiness.
      I lived in Colorado to attend a university but now am back in my home country Korea.
      Thank you sir...

  • @booniebuster4193
    @booniebuster4193 9 місяців тому +25

    Wow, I can't believe what that canyon and trail is like now. It's good to see the old smoke stack is still standing. In 1970, my then-new wife and I hiked up there for a look-see. Sometime later they rebuilt the road. Then in 1973 we drove up there and camped for a couple of days. At that time there was nothing there but stone cabin frames. The only vehicle we found was an old wrecked jeep off to the side of the road. I would love to visit up there again. But I'm now 78 years old. The mind is willing, but the body isn't!

  • @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756
    @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 9 місяців тому +60

    Now that's a cabin! The tub is a little tricky. You have to get the tank about half full get it boiling then turn the water back on and slowly fill the tub as the cold water mixes with hot water. It takes a little practice, but once you get just right, the water comes out nice and hot. I've heard about that cabin and can't wait to hike up there. There's so many places in that area that are worth hiking in to see. But the cabin sure makes a great base camp for spending several days there. Thanks for the video review Sarah, and I'd even put in a few hours doing some repairs on the place. It's not often that we can hike into a place that nice. Guess it's too much of a hike for the yahoo's to make. You didn't say anything about the sky? Was it too cloudy? Great video anyhow. And some interesting stories are waiting to read!

    • @lauchieburton5592
      @lauchieburton5592 9 місяців тому +6

      That was really a tough hike but when you reach your destination you are rewarded with a great place to stay, you could n ask for a better cabin and you have seen many thanks for taking us along

    • @harveywallbanger2899
      @harveywallbanger2899 9 місяців тому +1

      The number 666 has nothing to do with the devil. It’s the number of man. Read your Bible. I don’t mean to put this on your comment I just want people to understand real truth.

    • @treskarina
      @treskarina 9 місяців тому

      This place looks awesome. I would love to hike up with a group, help fix it up, and enjoy that hot bath. I'm not sure beer would stay cold on the way up, but I could pack a bottle of brandy for our sipping pleasure!

    • @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756
      @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 9 місяців тому +1

      @@treskarina There is the mountain spring to chill them down a little. But Brandy is dandy. That porch just needs a little help and would be an amazing place to relax and enjoy a sunset with the fire going.

    • @mattwedelich347
      @mattwedelich347 9 місяців тому +1

      Greatest channel great video of America traveling around exploring all the cool places Merry Christmas 🎄🎁😊

  • @edren704
    @edren704 9 місяців тому +8

    SURPRISE!!!!🎉

  • @JonStein-mu5eb
    @JonStein-mu5eb 9 місяців тому +7

    Big horned sheep have horns and not antlers. Horns are permanent and antlers grow and fall off every year.

  • @inessaarmand7971
    @inessaarmand7971 9 місяців тому +4

    It just proves that they were very literate people, and much more sophisticated than we are to suppose. Also, the notebooks give me "hope" that some of us are still literate. And not just succumbing to moving images.

  • @Texasishot105
    @Texasishot105 9 місяців тому +30

    These are the types of videos I use to love watching on her channel.❤ Thank you for bringing this content back. Cheers, stay safe ❤

  • @jenette16
    @jenette16 9 місяців тому +19

    Friend took me to her remote cabin. She had an old clawfoot tub she used as a bath tub. She used a propane tank to heat it. She had these tubes running the length and one on each end with holes drilld in them. The water pump was right there too. She fired that puppy off. She had a plank to sit on inside so you didn't fry your cheeks. In the middle of a cedar Grove . I was waiting for her to start cutting veggies and put in with me. It started to snow after a bit. Absolutely wonderful

  • @janetceniza8091
    @janetceniza8091 9 місяців тому +3

    # 3 mountain life, my folks bought a lot on Lake Cavanaugh in 1949, dad started us off in an Army tent,
    about 15' square. There was an old oil drum ? square, that became our stove. Four car batteries supplied
    power for a couple lights, after all we were only one of a dozen or so lots sold at that time. I was age six. Out
    house on the hill,, water from a well dug near the lake down about 8 or 10 feet. I was too young to know or care.
    Galvanized garbage can on a platform and a hose to the house supplied water for the sink and kitchen. A great
    vacation spot for many years.

  • @mikeboone4425
    @mikeboone4425 9 місяців тому +6

    You do find some of the darndest places to vacation . Happy Trails

  • @justlookin3
    @justlookin3 9 місяців тому +6

    It’s great to see the place hasn’t been shot up and vandalized. Thanks for sharing this hobo hot tub adventure.

  • @ImsunaSong-gw2gs
    @ImsunaSong-gw2gs 9 місяців тому +7

    Your so funny😂 really cool place.

  • @badapple65
    @badapple65 9 місяців тому +5

    It’s like an AIR BNB before any of us heard the name or idea. I love the rustic-ness.

  • @13699111
    @13699111 9 місяців тому +20

    WOW !!! A bushwhacking Wonderhussy adventure video !!!! Thank you Wonderhussy

  • @kevinhelfend555
    @kevinhelfend555 9 місяців тому +4

    I love the spending time at the Castle. You started reading my log entry. I can’t believe you could read my writing. I saw my jacket that I left is still in the cabin. I am so glad that the Castle survived the tropical storm. I will be up there in the spring.

  • @markpashia7067
    @markpashia7067 9 місяців тому +6

    But did you remember to flip the occupied sign back? OH, NO. That is a long walk to fix it.

  • @chrisfimple973
    @chrisfimple973 9 місяців тому +5

    Looks fun

  • @darkartsandcrafts7996
    @darkartsandcrafts7996 9 місяців тому +25

    Thanks for sharing your adventures! Its amazing to see all these pockets of natural beauty tucked away in the desert wilderness.

  • @sallys2423
    @sallys2423 9 місяців тому +13

    Epic volunteer cabin! Huge gratitude to those who work on it.
    You don't see matchbooks too often these days, that was really cool.

  • @trakyboy5128
    @trakyboy5128 9 місяців тому +3

    Ha, ha, ha😂😅
    Way to funny 🤣 !!!!!!!!
    I live in Az n never heard of it... But that is not unusual outHere !!!
    Great video miss.
    Nut'n mo chillaxin than a hot tub, candle lite, Choco milk, n
    " good company " 🎉

  • @roybrown1529
    @roybrown1529 9 місяців тому +6

    Joyful video...especially from the perspective of a December day in west Wales, UK...it'll be Spring soon! Take care of yourself.

  • @markgeorge2069
    @markgeorge2069 9 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for sharing!😊

  • @citizensgain
    @citizensgain 9 місяців тому +9

    Great adventure, thanks for sharing you experience

  • @TheWalnut47
    @TheWalnut47 9 місяців тому +8

    Excellent video. Thank you - and all done without makeup. What a great place to stay!

    • @feelinguru-vywiththepaingu9808
      @feelinguru-vywiththepaingu9808 8 місяців тому +1

      The no makeup look is nice to see. Though it shouldn't be this way, sometimes it takes a secure woman to go au naturale.

  • @leewinn3268
    @leewinn3268 9 місяців тому +5

    Hello Hello Wonderhussy, I am so happy to see you again.🤩

  • @westpacificmarketanalytics2384
    @westpacificmarketanalytics2384 9 місяців тому +3

    Sarah we so love you! Keep always an open heart, god bless. G

  • @wandaschacherbauer4583
    @wandaschacherbauer4583 9 місяців тому +7

    You amaze me lady, you just keep on keeping on, don't ever stop.😅

  • @mechanicman8687
    @mechanicman8687 9 місяців тому +1

    Best thing is blazing a bowl and watching this Wonder Hussy
    Great job Sara

  • @robertmcfarland3323
    @robertmcfarland3323 9 місяців тому +3

    I've been in that hot tub 25 years ago and it looks like nothing has changed panamint city is the best hike to go to

  • @michaelturner8010
    @michaelturner8010 9 місяців тому +2

    WOW 😊

  • @charlessommers7218
    @charlessommers7218 9 місяців тому +2

    Good show 👍

  • @jimgeiger2468
    @jimgeiger2468 9 місяців тому +5

    I will always admire those who schlep materials up the side of a Mountain, in order to build a dream. That cast iron tub requires 4 strong men to get it off a truck, up some stairs, and into a master bath.Another thing I admire is your pace. At 6,500 ft. you are 1,200 feet higher than a mile up, where the air is thin. You, Sara, are a Badass!! Continue your journys, and I will be right here, rooting you on! Lots of Love and Peace, Kiddo xoxoxxx Jim in Oregon

  • @certaindeaf8315
    @certaindeaf8315 9 місяців тому +3

    Yay!

  • @bethanyring658
    @bethanyring658 9 місяців тому +4

    It always cool to see water, from the source

  • @rikspector
    @rikspector 9 місяців тому +7

    WH,
    Sad about that young man's short life, but at least he's remembered.
    What an awesome cabin.
    The trail could be fixed without restoring the road, that would be a great Boy Scout project.
    Cheers,
    Rik Spector

    • @sallys2423
      @sallys2423 9 місяців тому +3

      I would leave it rough so only the people with honorable intentions could get there. Just my opinion.

  • @larry785
    @larry785 9 місяців тому +16

    I remember sometime around 1985 there was a washout in Beveridge canyon as well. I wasn't there when it happened but it came close to washing the cabin away - the outside wall had about five feet high of rock & mud piled onto it. Some of the boulders were about four feet in diameter, The switchback at the cabin was totally gone, the road leading to the cabin was washed out at the mouth of the canyon.

    • @rickobrien4025
      @rickobrien4025 9 місяців тому +2

      Just wondering , but what happened to the 5 feet of rock and mud ? It's not there now...

    • @larry785
      @larry785 9 місяців тому +2

      @@rickobrien4025 That year, work was done to divert future slides away from the cabin and other areas were dug out, things were moved around.

    • @victoriabaker4400
      @victoriabaker4400 6 місяців тому

      Was it being cared for by the Boy Scout troop then? Did they do all that work?

  • @BubbaJames-kg1nk
    @BubbaJames-kg1nk 9 місяців тому +6

    Great video Wonderhussy 🤩and another thing to write down on my bucket list

  • @kirkdavenport7185
    @kirkdavenport7185 9 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for the belly laugh at the heavy metal Metallica and Ozzy LOL! From a boomer :)

  • @karenmays8889
    @karenmays8889 9 місяців тому +3

    Great video. Safe travels.

  • @rhinoyosemiteroy1814
    @rhinoyosemiteroy1814 9 місяців тому +4

    Hiked up there in the late 80s hired a guy who lived at the bottom named rock to carry my five-year-old son up. Stayed for two weeks. You brought back wonderful memories I took a bath also back then you just lit a fire under the actual tub beautiful

  • @johnrush4571
    @johnrush4571 9 місяців тому +3

    6:44 That looks like a Dodge pick-up from the early 1960's. Most of the others look like Chevys.
    6:58 Powermatic was the name given to the automatic transmissions in the larger Chevy trucks in the mid-1950's. Looks like that truck was a Tri-5 model, though I don't know exactly what year.

  • @charlesowens9784
    @charlesowens9784 9 місяців тому +4

    Thanks for your time making the video watching from Reno NV Awesome

  • @NomadicBrian
    @NomadicBrian 9 місяців тому +2

    Wonderful old mining cabin and hot tub. Not for the Glampers. See you next adventure.

  • @lisarichards3853
    @lisarichards3853 9 місяців тому +5

    So nice. Glad to see you again! 😊

  • @Lloyd-mo
    @Lloyd-mo 9 місяців тому +2

    that's amazing that it's just left for the people trusting their honesty

  • @larry785
    @larry785 9 місяців тому +4

    WOOHOO!!!

  • @danpayan9468
    @danpayan9468 9 місяців тому +3

    Back in the 70 our group of friends and neighbors used to camp in Ballarat we qe able to take 4x4s up canyon and dirt bike we met the resident real old guy on porch of cabin with double barrel shotgun he welcomed us told stories good memories good times i remember the wind chimes and metal tools on porch

  • @brianwalters8302
    @brianwalters8302 9 місяців тому +7

    Hey there, girl 😊

  • @clifforddriver9434
    @clifforddriver9434 9 місяців тому +3

    You are amazing!

  • @jameslockard6956
    @jameslockard6956 9 місяців тому +1

    PRESENTING THE ONE AND ONLY. WONDER
    HUSSY. WALKING A 14 MILE 7 MILES UPHILL AND 7 MILES BACK-BOTH UPHILL BOTH WAYS😅😊

  • @Rakrator
    @Rakrator 9 місяців тому +2

    Did it again. WH giving us her fresh and unique life positive point of view

  • @leedanielson7452
    @leedanielson7452 9 місяців тому +6

    I’m pretty sure I would enjoy soaking with Hussey……😊🥰

  • @rdoody2067
    @rdoody2067 9 місяців тому +3

    That’s living and sharing it with a friend.

  • @justinbailey6465
    @justinbailey6465 7 місяців тому +2

    nice to see our Polaroids are still on the wall. was a huge accomplishment for my daughter to hike that

  • @MySORRELL
    @MySORRELL 9 місяців тому +1

    THANKS!

  • @HunterJohnson77
    @HunterJohnson77 9 місяців тому +6

    Love this video Sara. You are a national treasure. ❤️♥️

  • @davevid45
    @davevid45 9 місяців тому +2

    Hats off to the people who look after this neat cabin. Love it.

  • @miZZW
    @miZZW 9 місяців тому +3

    Always enjoy your artistic voyages🛁👙💕💕👣

  • @davidlawson1962hoochieman
    @davidlawson1962hoochieman 9 місяців тому +2

    HOBO HOTTUB- never took a outside Hobo bath...WOW Sarah what a Adventure

  • @natzynancy
    @natzynancy 9 місяців тому +3

    I really enjoyed this video.! Great little cabin. I’m also glad you didn’t go it alone. Every Wednesday I tune in to see where you are! Thank you from Sacramento California

  • @Rose-kp4ow
    @Rose-kp4ow 9 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for another great video!

  • @trails3597
    @trails3597 9 місяців тому +9

    What a lovely rustic cabin and setting!

  • @electroshark1
    @electroshark1 9 місяців тому +3

    Dear wonder hussy Thank you For Your Adventures. This one Is Amasing .To Watch.

  • @richwhitaker1506
    @richwhitaker1506 9 місяців тому +5

    Count on Wonderhussy to find all the Hot spots! I don't think you'll ever run out of places to visit and bring your fans along. 😅 Stay well Sarah ❤

  • @edwardestes8038
    @edwardestes8038 9 місяців тому +2

    Next time Sarah.....bring your bottle of Mr. Bubble...!!!!

  • @2jerrysapp560
    @2jerrysapp560 9 місяців тому +4

    Wonderhussy you're a Gem 💎

  • @me-yy9zz
    @me-yy9zz 9 місяців тому +2

    What a heck of fun video, I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it, thanks.

  • @yaleevans
    @yaleevans 9 місяців тому +7

    One of your best videos! Really fun to watch, thanks!

  • @RA-fotog23
    @RA-fotog23 9 місяців тому +3

    Fun video, I watched it 2x and it only shows up as a partial watch. How strange 🤔🤔🤔
    Love your adventures, keep on treking 👍😀 and sharing. 💥

  • @TommyTheCat42
    @TommyTheCat42 9 місяців тому +8

    If I had a choice between checking out a cabin or another dimension, I’m going to another dimension all the way!

  • @jmn93065
    @jmn93065 9 місяців тому +5

    I drove up here back in 83 in my dune buggy, and the road was still intact although there were a couple of dicey spots. The smoke stack was still in place and it was worth the drive up. Sad to hear that the stack is gone as well as the road. Thanks for the tour Wunderhussy!

  • @DavidHaney1
    @DavidHaney1 9 місяців тому +8

    ❤ I love hobo life ❤ that cabin and the hobo hot tub with the wood stove was so cool, loved this video ❤ thanks

  • @markgeorge2069
    @markgeorge2069 9 місяців тому +9

    Nice hike and memories! What an awesome jewel from the past.

  • @theaussietripper
    @theaussietripper 9 місяців тому +1

    WoW! WoW! WoW! 😁😁😁

  • @BrianWolftop
    @BrianWolftop 9 місяців тому +8

    That was a great video. That cabin is super special. I'm glad you visited and entertained us!🎉😊

  • @youruptownlowdown7745
    @youruptownlowdown7745 9 місяців тому +3

    You got a hobo claw foot tub, get a boiler and go for it. 👍

  • @RandallSchwed
    @RandallSchwed 9 місяців тому +2

    Now that was a great spot I'm ready to move in......👍

  • @lakesuperiorskywatchernatu9515
    @lakesuperiorskywatchernatu9515 9 місяців тому +2

    So glad you heard about that great spot 2 make a 3rd hike. Thanks for sharing.🦄

  • @JBWoodworks-Grafton
    @JBWoodworks-Grafton 9 місяців тому +3

    Great video !😊

  • @jwfinley7808
    @jwfinley7808 9 місяців тому +2

    Before the road got washed out in the early 80s. We drove up in a 1976 Datsun pickup. 2 wheel drive!!

  • @shawnpugh6052
    @shawnpugh6052 9 місяців тому +4

    Retire on March 1st and I can’t wait to do deeper exploration of Death Valley
    DV is a fairly short drive for me and visit there often but ready to go deeper

    • @AshCupric
      @AshCupric 9 місяців тому +1

      Congrats on your soon to be retirement! You’re going to be living the dream. Wishing you many fun adventures this year and beyond!

    • @shawnpugh6052
      @shawnpugh6052 9 місяців тому

      @@AshCupric thank you 😊

    • @AshCupric
      @AshCupric 9 місяців тому

      @@shawnpugh6052 you’re welcome!

  • @bo5965
    @bo5965 9 місяців тому +5

    Another fabulous adventure!!

  • @2023Red
    @2023Red 9 місяців тому +2

    wonderful video. Thank you!

  • @mobiltec
    @mobiltec 9 місяців тому +8

    Sarah, thank you so much for taking us to the Castle. I've got to get myself up there to experience the place. Unfortunately I have not been to Panamint City yet. It's about the only place in Death Valley that I haven't been so it's time.

    • @rickobrien4025
      @rickobrien4025 9 місяців тому

      With your Blazer and your pup , it would be a very tough trip. The bush-whacking is the only thing keeping me away . (I KNOW the Blazer is out of the question, for those who were gonna call foul) !

    • @mobiltec
      @mobiltec 9 місяців тому

      The pup is for sure out of the question. I think it's time for a trail crew to go up there and wack away at the brush.@@rickobrien4025

  • @The_Cali_Dude_88
    @The_Cali_Dude_88 9 місяців тому +4

    Trick is getting the water to fill down the line and let in fill back into your boiler. Once all lines are filled, basically equalling presures at the systerine. Then, you'll also have cabin water plus continuously allowing water to flow into the tank, which can be regulated by turning the valve.

    • @HunterJohnson77
      @HunterJohnson77 9 місяців тому +1

      100%

    • @kendallsmith1458
      @kendallsmith1458 9 місяців тому +1

      The piping needs to be disjointed during the winter to prevent freezing and bursting

  • @keeptwowheelsdown
    @keeptwowheelsdown 9 місяців тому +4

    What a great volunteer cabin! Love the hobo bath. What a great place. That's the kinda place that would be nice to camp for a few days. Keep wandering pixie sara. Another good hump day vlog as always. Peace

  • @mezmarionybarra
    @mezmarionybarra 9 місяців тому +4

    Wow, so cool so exciting. Love that you remember to count your blessings. You are so blessed, traveler and healthy as you are❣️ just love that you share it with all of us. Thank you.❤❤❤

  • @brucethebassbrand4564
    @brucethebassbrand4564 9 місяців тому +2

    As always, a thoroughly enjoyable video. Thanks for sharing. Added bonus, " Troop 319 " . Wow, I belonged to that actual troop in the early '70 s...... Verdugo Hills, grew up in La Crescenta. Keep em coming.......

  • @sarahh7024
    @sarahh7024 9 місяців тому +2

    You never cease to amaze!

  • @clydenakashima7393
    @clydenakashima7393 9 місяців тому +1

    reminds me of my grandparents bath house; they had bathtub made out redwood with a steel plate on the bottom and a wooden grate on top of steel plate so that you can sit in the tub. My grandfather would fill the tub with water; then he would start fire under the tub to heat the water. once the water is heated he would place a wooden cover over the tub to keep the water hot. you would wash yourself outside of the tub before entering the tub. Wonderhussy have wonderful holiday and a safe and happy New Year.

  • @danielou01
    @danielou01 9 місяців тому +1

    Woww 😮 wonder hussy, you do not have only determination 🤔you’re also afraid of nothing. What a hiking trip 🤪🤪bravo 👏👏👏

  • @daveneil3963
    @daveneil3963 9 місяців тому +4

    That cabin was Awesome, it was really homey . I'd loved to have stayed there! Even today people off grid do wood fired hot tubs. As always, I appreciate you taking us along.

  • @scottcoleman2876
    @scottcoleman2876 9 місяців тому +2

    Living large 😎

  • @ogarvin7064
    @ogarvin7064 9 місяців тому +30

    Another great video! Can't think of another lady who would dare do a 30 minute video bare-faced! Massive respect for your confidence and stamina. Thank you!

  • @GEORGEFIRE777
    @GEORGEFIRE777 9 місяців тому

    RUSTIC natural look is the best, thanks for sharing the video.

  • @DavidGodley-n6j
    @DavidGodley-n6j 9 місяців тому

    It’s simply amazing that nothing has been stolen!