Arizona: 5 Little Places to Camp for Free!

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  • @davidsradioroom9678
    @davidsradioroom9678 4 роки тому +4

    I lived five years in Arizona and never knew about them. Congratulations for finding them!

  • @suzannepatterson307
    @suzannepatterson307 4 роки тому +5

    Just wanted to tell you that I thoroughly enjoy your videos! They are scenic, thoughtful, humorous, intriguing, interesting and very entertaining. Thank you for a wonderful video. I binge watched a few episodes when I first discovered your channel. Had to reign myself in and set limits or I would have run out of our visits. That’s what these feel like. We are sitting at the kitchen table and you are sharing pictures and stories of your travels, trials, tribulations and triumphs! Good Job Sir. Very Good Job.

  • @Aspengaming-12345
    @Aspengaming-12345 3 роки тому +8

    Love this channel so fkn much I love the honesty and transparency, the videography and editing to your videos, and your in depth narration . Your top notch for sure please keep it up Slim:)

  • @suzannemorrow9987
    @suzannemorrow9987 4 роки тому +1

    You are great! Thank you so much for your time& thoughts. Both of my grown children are established in AZ . Now with granddaughters there , I’ll be coming out from CA much more. Single, and carefully spending, having free sites is really wonderful.

  • @edwhitespeareftrvlife9815
    @edwhitespeareftrvlife9815 10 місяців тому +1

    I just watched your video about some stops around the Phoenix & Tucson areas and found them rather interesting and educational. As a woodworker, I find creativeness everywhere. I have never seen the trick of turning a thorn into a musical needle.... Thanks for showing me that. You can learn something new every day. Hope to see you in the wild as a full-time. Traveler myself with my wife and three dogs , We have been enjoying This lifestyle Four years now.

  • @oscarmike4596
    @oscarmike4596 5 років тому +4

    Your quite an interesting and eclectic character, and I love your goofy wit. I appreciate that you seem to live in the moment and squeeze the marrow...
    Thanks for sharing

  • @freedomfred6518
    @freedomfred6518 6 років тому +102

    I am thoroughly enjoying your video production style. Thanks for cracking me up while being very informative.

    • @deanweis6085
      @deanweis6085 5 років тому +3

      This video is high quality editing. It was enjoyable to watch unlike so many other RVers and Van dweller UA-camrs. This video good easily be viewed on TVs Travel Channel Nat Geo etc. Well done sir.

    • @faithrada
      @faithrada 5 років тому +2

      @@deanweis6085 Ditto! 🦎🌵🌯🔥

  • @lindap689
    @lindap689 6 років тому +16

    You're the best, SLIM!!! I adore your videos and appreciate your artistry and the time you put in to making great videos. Your humor is a bonus. Keep up the good work and keep crankin' them out!!!

  • @susanski5588
    @susanski5588 6 років тому +5

    We live in AZ and it is amazing that we have travelled out of state missing so many wonders in our home state. Thank you for show us boondocking places that we are going now

  • @autumnskyes5633
    @autumnskyes5633 6 років тому +2

    Great video! Love your humor! At 10:23... Love how you not only captured the flower, but the cactus growing on the cliff in the background.

  • @chrisr6157
    @chrisr6157 6 років тому +65

    Thanks for showing your Boondocking areas in AZ! They are beautiful! You do such a great job at trick photography!

  • @Rebeccamyst
    @Rebeccamyst 6 років тому +4

    Your videos are more enjoyable than the travel shows on TV. Great work and information for the road.

    • @brantardrey7360
      @brantardrey7360 5 років тому

      My your cute im moving to AZ next year alone big MH and cargo trailer

    • @brantardrey7360
      @brantardrey7360 5 років тому

      To she gone to the woods

  • @rugbymoms
    @rugbymoms 5 років тому +4

    Fried bread is an Indian taco!! The best!!! Glad you enjoyed it!!! 🤗

  • @herbclark2476
    @herbclark2476 6 років тому +4

    I like how you walked around the back of your aliner and reappeared leaving from inside it! Great photography magic!

  • @xTouragx
    @xTouragx 6 років тому +1

    Great video! As a resident of Arizona, I had to smile when you said its "warm" in the 80's..we call that winter here :) So many great spots to visit in my back yard..thank you.

  • @Paul-ul3iu
    @Paul-ul3iu 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for providing the details on how to find these wonderful places. I live near Scottsdale and plan to visit some of them soon!

  • @bonniesmith1471
    @bonniesmith1471 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for this! I'm enjoying it while bundled up in blankets. Freezing.

  • @davidwhite7789
    @davidwhite7789 6 років тому +1

    I love all of your videos. I've been binge watching your videos and never get tired of all the neat adventures and feel like I'm right there with you having a great time too.

  • @gregorycooper7962
    @gregorycooper7962 3 роки тому

    Great reviews. Thank you for the honesty and hilarity you installing your videos. Love the parody of Apocalypse Now

  • @kennyc388
    @kennyc388 6 років тому +1

    I shall make a trip to AJO just for the fry bread! Another awesome video, Slim.

  • @thizizliz
    @thizizliz 6 років тому

    You have a great sense of humor and write a terrific script. I am so glad to have found your channel - it's loads of fun.

  • @fathertime2710
    @fathertime2710 4 роки тому

    I had to give you a thumbs up. No matter how old your video is. You are truly comical. Happy camping.

  • @cillaloves2fish688
    @cillaloves2fish688 5 років тому +14

    Well... Dang... U showed me some places I've never been to! And I live in AZ!! Nice... very nice!
    Glad u enjoyed our native bread!

  • @daveb6283
    @daveb6283 3 роки тому

    Amazing that a cactus needle can play a Gram. U gave me a smile on my face today.

  • @bingsballyhoo711
    @bingsballyhoo711 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks! I like to also see a fellow hummingbird-feeder-carrier!

  • @tailgunnerblue9478
    @tailgunnerblue9478 4 роки тому

    Slim, just love your old gramma phone. I remember an old Victrola we had when I was a kid, would play old carbon records.
    Thanks for sharing all the great information.

  • @Luigi13
    @Luigi13 6 років тому

    A lot of good humor and a nice adventurous trip. You are good as a videographer too. Cheers.

  • @gregengelhardt5093
    @gregengelhardt5093 5 років тому

    One of many excellent videos. Well documented, helpful and informative, very entertaining.

  • @patriciabee4690
    @patriciabee4690 6 років тому +5

    Wonderful video. Love the humour. I am so cold I have my house toque on. The dessert warms me up. Thank you

  • @laurieaddis2558
    @laurieaddis2558 3 місяці тому

    What a wonderful video. You’re very talented with your great commentary. Thank you!!!

  • @onrycodger
    @onrycodger 6 років тому +1

    I enjoy ALL of your videos. Thank you for another great production. Awesome!

  • @shelenashares3640
    @shelenashares3640 6 років тому +3

    I pass through Ajo often and love the town square, church and paintings! Great video! Loved the Apocalypse Now moment!

    • @CoopmanGreg
      @CoopmanGreg 6 років тому +1

      Great Impersonation LOL. Just watch that movie last week for 10th time. Love that part.

  • @H.pylori
    @H.pylori 6 років тому +30

    Photography great. Content great. Usefulness, great. Just a plain old well done video. Thanks. Hope to see you at Gold Butte this year.

  • @skychaser59
    @skychaser59 6 років тому +26

    Your videos are always entertaining Slim. Keep them coming!

  • @RobertL78
    @RobertL78 3 роки тому

    The drive between Superior and Globe down into Phoenix is a great drive up, over and through mountain passes.

  • @joycesdogs
    @joycesdogs 6 років тому

    I really enjoyed this video.Thanks so much. Nice little bits of info AND not too long. 5 campsites in one short video works for me! Can't wait to go to Ajo. Loved all the colorful art you showed.

  • @markvillarreal6005
    @markvillarreal6005 6 років тому +2

    As always your videos are awesome. I like them a lot because i own a 2018 esp A -frame from Rockwood so when i see your videos it gets me pumped up to head out and go to some of your spots. Especially that one you had at the grand canyon where you were right on that rim. That was just breathtaking. So keep the videos coming, and many more safe travels to you.

  • @WW2HistoryHunter
    @WW2HistoryHunter 6 років тому +10

    Just love the positive and actually very learningful content you share. Thanks for doing that and Greetings from WW2HistoryHunter.

  • @Larry11549
    @Larry11549 6 років тому +1

    Slim, you are truly a renaissance man. Lovely video, thanks!

  • @allleygreen8093
    @allleygreen8093 6 років тому +6

    Phonagraphic needle ideas were AWESOME.

    • @josephduplaga7595
      @josephduplaga7595 4 роки тому

      That was a great idea by using a needle for the phonograph. Take care

  • @psyekl
    @psyekl 5 років тому +2

    "Always go where the road takes you." - That's why I bought a jeep. Thanks for the great video!

  • @danutamaurer352
    @danutamaurer352 6 років тому

    Definitely one of my favorite videos...love your brand of humor. The info on your boondocking places and visual footage helped me greatly on making some decisions. Love the Ajo area, Thank you again for making my life easier.

  • @baggerrider8073
    @baggerrider8073 5 років тому +17

    Just so ya know, the beans in the fry bread most likely are made with lard. Also the bread may also be fried in lard. No biggie for carnivores like me, but probably not what Slim would prefer. Stay safe out there Slim!

    • @papajoej
      @papajoej 5 років тому +5

      Bagger rider Slim likes hot pockets so he just likes good food!

  • @larrycherrington5953
    @larrycherrington5953 6 років тому

    Your videos are getting better all the time Slim. Thanks,keep it up.

  • @1suitcasesal
    @1suitcasesal 5 років тому +1

    Really nice video! Thanks for making it.

  • @Randylj1
    @Randylj1 5 років тому

    😃👍🏻 So glad I checked in. Lots of great ideas always! Miss the sunny, warm Southwest! Going to search your NM videos also!

  • @fredsieber2676
    @fredsieber2676 6 років тому

    I work in Japan and come home for the summers to America. My daughter is making it in the Japanese music industry and my original plan was for her to pay for a cabin in Alaska for me. Your videos have changed my mind and she will be buying me an Aliner with a good truck to tow it!

  • @KeylargoVideo
    @KeylargoVideo 5 років тому +8

    It just dawned on me that you are the Rick Steves of the Aliner set. So enjoyable and well done. Thank you for the effort to share your travels :)

  • @minah2141
    @minah2141 6 років тому +2

    Really enjoyed this video. I lived in southern Arizona years ago. It is such a beautiful place. Love you videos.

  • @zonacrs
    @zonacrs 6 років тому +1

    Great job showcasing desert camping in my home state. Looking forward to seeing some forest camping coverage on your way back home, far too may people think this entire state is desert!

  • @dalekundtz4603
    @dalekundtz4603 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the suggestions and have an enjoyable road trip. Be safe!

  • @sjr7822
    @sjr7822 5 років тому

    Clever cactus needle! I think I had a smile on my face all the way through this video.
    The plus is, giving names to plants, I see so many videos of plants , not many do I know what I am looking at. Nice touch.
    We only have 'fried bread' at the fairs, but, I've never bought any, I may change my mind, seeing how much you enjoyed yours.
    You and I part company on the pizza pockets tho', I don't do prepared foods, altho' I can see how convenient they are for people on the move.

  • @Freeontheland2030
    @Freeontheland2030 6 років тому +56

    Well done sir, I have subscribed and I must say it is nice to see a vlog of this nature without any drama.

    • @treezareese2058
      @treezareese2058 6 років тому +4

      The "without drama" remark - amen! (seems like many who make vids r either ignorant of where they r, who may b watching their vids, etc. Nice to watch & listen to someone with common sense & no agenda! Luv ya Slim!
      T.

    • @Jonbass777
      @Jonbass777 5 років тому

      I totally agree!

    • @douglasstewart1380
      @douglasstewart1380 4 роки тому

      We are of the same mold. Totally agree

  • @dieseltherapy59
    @dieseltherapy59 6 років тому +8

    Just found your channel, Subbed!! I grew up in Arizona and remember eating fry bread with honey as a kid.

  • @TheAmtwhite
    @TheAmtwhite 6 років тому

    Loved the shots of Ajo. I’m am nature girl, but also love exploring small towns, especially ones that have something unique/interesting about the place/people/food etc. Thanks for the great videos!

  • @curtismarean6963
    @curtismarean6963 5 років тому +1

    Nice! You did great! This is what I love about the west, great free spots and good food.

  • @bobmartens1089
    @bobmartens1089 2 роки тому

    You got me interested in boondocking in AZ back in 2018, then retired, bought a used TT and headed south to AZ from Winnipeg Mb in Dec 2019 as a solo snowbird. Had the time of my life till the big C hit in March 2020 and have not been back, but planning to again go back this Dec🤞. First place i stayed was one of your spots Snyder Hill. One of my favourite spots was near Yuma but ill keep that one a secret 😉. Thanks Slim.

  • @TheCowgirlwest1
    @TheCowgirlwest1 6 років тому

    Thank you for all your great videos. Ajo was my home town and it did my heart good to see you enjoying it!!

  • @gjonesii
    @gjonesii 6 років тому

    I truly enjoy your videos. Beautiful and educational. Thanks Slim!

  • @csikomas8910
    @csikomas8910 4 роки тому

    you deserve all the likes. you put a lot of effort in. thanks, enjoyed it.

  • @ladyofthewoods2448
    @ladyofthewoods2448 6 років тому

    I liked your cowboy music and vintage video, well done 👍very professional. I have a feeling you’ve narrated before UA-cam. Or just a natural...a pleasure to watch non the less. thank you 🙏🏼

  • @joharmon2148
    @joharmon2148 6 років тому +1

    Oak Flat now in a battle against big mining companies. Great video you make them so much fun

  • @cynforrest
    @cynforrest 5 років тому

    Haven’t had fry bread in decades. May just have to drive to Arizona and get some! Yum. Thanks for another fabulous vid!

  • @tinavestal2154
    @tinavestal2154 6 років тому +3

    Okay, I'm subscribing, that cactus needle trick was amazing!

  • @skybluepink998
    @skybluepink998 6 років тому +8

    You never disappoint Slim! Good Fry bread- yummo!

  • @2010jakem
    @2010jakem 6 років тому +1

    Your videos are great - I find them very interesting and relaxing. Keep up the great work, I love watching your adventures!

  • @ruthy8ruthy
    @ruthy8ruthy 5 років тому

    I think this might be the best rv video I have ever seen.

  • @cirrus820travelers9
    @cirrus820travelers9 6 днів тому

    Great places to check out in our future journeys!

  • @luciemewes614
    @luciemewes614 5 років тому

    So much fun to watch. We are heading to Boston soon and San Juan or Bowie might just be on our route!

  • @shaunlindheimer2186
    @shaunlindheimer2186 6 років тому

    Oak flat camping ground is a really great spot if you go late February March there is a lot of water from the snow forms of pond great ways to kick back watch the animals come in, and see what pops out of the water good fish . Loved you video. 🚙

  • @juliecastagnaro2868
    @juliecastagnaro2868 5 років тому

    You’re more knowledgeable than most Americans. Thanks for the info.

  • @NK-ox9uo
    @NK-ox9uo 6 років тому +2

    This was an excellent video. Enjoyable from start to finish.❤️

  • @kxrv6629
    @kxrv6629 5 років тому

    Thanks for the Arizona boondocking ideas. We stopped at 3 of them last winter and stayed at a couple. The Tucson one was just too cramped (and unscenic) for us so we stayed at the nearby County campground near the Old Tucson movie town and the (West) Saguaro National Park. Ajo was an intriguing spot. We enjoyed the architecture too and dancers practicing in the Plaza. Camped further south, just outside Organ Pipe NM. Saddleback Mtn is a great boondocking spot for scenery and collecting fire agates.
    We’ll definitely have to check out the Hot Wells.

  • @lynneb.r.6176
    @lynneb.r.6176 5 років тому

    Mmm. Delicious looking fry bread and nice scenery too

  • @sheilatorres1908
    @sheilatorres1908 4 роки тому

    Excellent content and fabulous photography.

  • @chrislonsberry4571
    @chrislonsberry4571 6 років тому +1

    Great video! Loved the Platoon parody. Thanks for the Boondocking tips.

  • @eileenfostel2645
    @eileenfostel2645 6 років тому

    Loved the video! Enjoyed the Arizona flora and fauna- lived there for 12 years, and I miss it! Safe travels

  • @lch4912
    @lch4912 3 роки тому

    Hi Slim, I noticed your tongue bike mount. Great idea. May try it on my 13' Trillium. Thank you for the informative video. Happy Trails

  • @dazmclaz500
    @dazmclaz500 6 років тому

    These videos bring me so much joy

  • @tracykozil5029
    @tracykozil5029 5 років тому

    Loved the creative editing with old fashioned camera work.

  • @asiam7436
    @asiam7436 6 років тому

    It can be a lot of work to make a video this good. Thanks so much. Glad you discovered fry bread! I'll be in AZ this winter as a new full timer with years of solo wilderness travel experience so I'm interested in boon docking places. For pizza you can buy Naan bread. It is shaped like fry bread. Toast it on your grill on one side. Flip it over and add pizza sauce and any toppings you want and you'll have pizza. Cheers!

  • @darylphipps2919
    @darylphipps2919 6 років тому

    Slim...I enjoyed my stay at Indian Bread Rocks tho a short stay will do more exploring there latter. I am currently at Coyote Howls East. And will endeavor to follow that loop from end to end. Enjoyed this vid like all of your other ones keep the wheels and videos a rolling!

  • @bryanadams9477
    @bryanadams9477 4 роки тому

    Love how you give directions to each place. Great video. Peace ✌

  • @mimitravels710
    @mimitravels710 6 років тому

    Great little video. Thanks for the info. That fry bread looked wonderful.

  • @michaelmessick6728
    @michaelmessick6728 4 роки тому

    I was half watching and you caught me off guard when you did the war sketch. Lol great video

  • @ellensburgwa5087
    @ellensburgwa5087 6 років тому

    Liked your rv video. It has a distinctly different content from others, plus you have a funny way of telling your story.

  • @nickvh548
    @nickvh548 4 роки тому

    Some nice little spots in our favourite state. And a nice edit on your camera ‘trick’ :)
    Also love your Aliner rig. With retirement looming I’m looking into smaller trailers that still have some headroom.

  • @kw2756
    @kw2756 6 років тому

    Informative & fun vlog. Appreciate the phonograph & you making a needle from a Cactus...Very resourceful.

  • @lincolnmurphy969
    @lincolnmurphy969 5 років тому +2

    Love the Theatrics Sir.
    Great spots to camp, thank you kind soul for all your nice tips an genuine nice person 👤.
    😁✌👌

  • @seanburns5937
    @seanburns5937 7 місяців тому

    Haha 😄 🤣 you have a great sense of humor 😄 buddy.......movie quote and all. I love the smell of napalm in the morning......😆😅🤣😂good pic for a moment like that!

  • @boarderbill2
    @boarderbill2 6 років тому

    Great Video (as always)! Brought back some memories, this time last year we were on our way to Midland Calif (just north of Blythe). We spent a few nights at Indian Bread Rock and Saddle Mountain. We loved the free range cattle and mules at Indian Bread Rock - nothing like waking up to giant cows walking around your trailer lol.

  • @campgoerOne
    @campgoerOne 4 роки тому

    Hello from Phoenix! That was a great video! I've been here for 11 years and you've been around Arizona more than I have! Looking forward to another one of your videos! 😁

  • @scottandlora4029
    @scottandlora4029 6 років тому

    We'll be looking for that fry bread sign when in Ajo this winter for sure. That looked good!

  • @bobgoodwin6797
    @bobgoodwin6797 5 років тому

    I liked the fact that you have a Gramophone, I have 2 crank m AZ Chinese, a Poly portable and a suitcase type, I love the old records ! Thanks for the video !

  • @elainefarr3155
    @elainefarr3155 6 років тому

    Great video! I have a picture of my Grandpa in the 1930's hauling a huge piece of mining equipment from Jerome AZ to Ajo to the mine. Been through Ajo but never saw the mine before, thanks for the great shot! There's also some good camping up around Prescott, up on Copper Basin Road if you ever get up that way. It's colder there though, might be best in the spring. Keep on trucking

  • @FayleeJames
    @FayleeJames 6 років тому +2

    Thank you for a bright spot in my day.

  • @sarahlabrasseur6319
    @sarahlabrasseur6319 2 роки тому

    Great video! So much that makes loving Arizona easy!

  • @TrinityRidge1959
    @TrinityRidge1959 6 років тому

    Buckeye hills is our future for free lands. 3000 just at rtr more for burning man quartzsite. It will not turn out good sooner or later. Definitely keep these areas pristine. Very very nice videos. Now this channel is binge worthy. You have a great voice for it as well. Oh and the levity. The best. Haha

  • @peterrabbitroberts4469
    @peterrabbitroberts4469 6 років тому

    Thanks, PotatoHead for your Arizona camping sites.

  • @suite662
    @suite662 5 років тому

    Well done! First time seeing one of your videos, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Safe travels to you and thank you for sharing your experience with us!