Winter Thursdays and weird tents

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  • @PaulHaubrich
    @PaulHaubrich 23 дні тому +200

    A duck a skunk and a deer went to dinner. When it came time to pay, the skunk didn’t have a scent, the deer didn’t have a buck so they put the dinner on the ducks bill.- for Nick..😂

  • @jillburke1185
    @jillburke1185 23 дні тому +196

    Please adopt that puppy. She could always stay at the chateau when you are out of France. She would be such good company and she clearly adores you.

    • @lgrindrod3474
      @lgrindrod3474 23 дні тому +22

      Dan named Lottie. I don't think he was planning on giving her up.

    • @scottperine8027
      @scottperine8027 23 дні тому +23

      Last thing Brian needs is a freaking puppy,leave him alone please,I’m sure he can decide on his own without your consent and badgering!!!

    • @ruarifinn
      @ruarifinn 23 дні тому +1

      @@scottperine8027 I would t have been so blunt, but I agree.

    • @karenmller3820
      @karenmller3820 23 дні тому +14

      Yes Brian you must adopt that little sweetie the puppy loves you 🐶😉🖤

    • @SS-jb8wj
      @SS-jb8wj 23 дні тому +5

      My thoughts exactly.

  • @chriscorbin2059
    @chriscorbin2059 23 дні тому +100

    A joke for you. An Irishman moved to the US and was delighted to discover his local bar had Guinness on draft. He goes in and orders three pints. The bartender was a bit confused and asked why because he was alone. His reply was he had two brothers back in Ireland and he liked to imagine them joining him in a pint like they used to do. This went on for months until one day the man came in and only ordered two pints. The bartender was concerned and asked if his brothers were OK. His answer was they were fine but he had quit drinking.

  • @melaniehoshall6942
    @melaniehoshall6942 22 дні тому +47

    I started off firmly in the "adopt the puppy" camp. Now, I'm in the "the puppy belongs to Dan and she just loves her Uncle Brian to bits" camp. Here's why: the dogs are clean (except when they aren't, of course). Someone is taking care of them. Someone is feeding them. We don't see Brian hauling bags of dog food up to the Chateau. Lottie is bred and born to the Chateau - I'm not saying she's too old to get used to any place else, but I am saying she's pretty much got the run of the place. By now, she's pretty much got the idea that she's where she's supposed to be living the life she's meant to live. Leaving her home might break her heart. Visit your favorite niece, Uncle Brian, and spoil her rotten with wee treats.

    • @fineweaver
      @fineweaver 22 дні тому +2

      Perfectly stated! Little Lottie belongs exactly where she is. 😊

    • @LaReynedeNeige
      @LaReynedeNeige 22 дні тому +2

      It's a good point that she is adapted to living with a lot of freedom in the outdoors and to be limited to being more of a house dog could be very difficult for her.

    • @melaniehoshall6942
      @melaniehoshall6942 22 дні тому +2

      @@LaReynedeNeige She might not be a house dog, but I suspect the dogs are yurt dogs. I have trouble picturing Dan putting up with completely untrained dogs and, at least in what we see, the dogs stick pretty close to where Dan, Brian, and Nick are. Lottie has never known anything but life in a construction zone. She must know enough to listen. Obeying, well that's always a mixed bag with dogs.

    • @LaReynedeNeige
      @LaReynedeNeige 22 дні тому +1

      @@melaniehoshall6942 When I say house dogs, I think of dogs that are lucky if they get out for a couple of walks a day. Being stuck indoors for any length of time would be difficult for any of the three dogs when they are used to ranging in quite a large area at will.

    • @helenf9650
      @helenf9650 21 день тому +1

      Agree- best of both worlds for Lottie and you, Brian. ❤

  • @vg4413
    @vg4413 23 дні тому +60

    That huge thing was hilarious. A tent in a tent you share with your car. You are the epitome of a camper👍

  • @ludovica8221
    @ludovica8221 23 дні тому +71

    watching people tent-wrangling is always entertaining

  • @malcpkim8
    @malcpkim8 23 дні тому +31

    You have to be one of the bravest people on the planet to pitch a tent and film it for all to see on UA-cam. The end result was very satisfying.

  • @richardisted3703
    @richardisted3703 23 дні тому +17

    "it's not just any tent; it's a CHEAP tent"! :P

  • @lgrindrod3474
    @lgrindrod3474 23 дні тому +53

    We'll be watching. All 40 of us. Try to give us some advanced notice.

  • @emilys9365
    @emilys9365 23 дні тому +23

    It's definitely not stealth, ha! But it's nice to be able to stand up inside.

  • @carolyn279
    @carolyn279 23 дні тому +33

    Your personality is just a pleasure to watch. You are so funny, and I think it just comes natural. LOL ❤

  • @PaulRiesland
    @PaulRiesland 23 дні тому +27

    I loved the “Dyslexic Zombies” joke!🎉

  • @francinemarquiss5181
    @francinemarquiss5181 23 дні тому +26

    Watching you muddle along setting up this tent is a crack up. But so much better than trying it for the first time in the field. looks really good now that it is all together

  • @debbieadams7709
    @debbieadams7709 23 дні тому +23

    Loved watching the tent battle. Laughed out loud and cheered when it went up. Who hasn’t fought that battle!

  • @jesschee5891
    @jesschee5891 23 дні тому +28

    That Lottie is so loving, what a fantastic cuddle you got! Nothing beats a bond like that ❤

  • @monicateeling810
    @monicateeling810 23 дні тому +41

    Brian , you are doing a fab job of producing and editing your vlogs so you’ll get into the swing of doing live streams and remember **********even those who have been doing live vlogs professionally for decades can confront some technical problems. And LOVING your new tent. Looking forward to the live ✅✅✅✅✅✅😁

  • @caragoin7454
    @caragoin7454 23 дні тому +42

    I have decades of camping experience. I speak fluent tent. The entire time you were setting that up, I was sitting here giving you instructions... "No, no, not there! The part in the other hand gets the pole. Don't set it down! You just had a hold of it! 🤦‍♀️ Hope your new setup is everything you want it to be!

  • @JamesHardiman99
    @JamesHardiman99 23 дні тому +30

    Looking forward to seeing it connected to Pascal.

  • @julieb3464
    @julieb3464 23 дні тому +43

    Sure have enjoyed your videos this year. Wishing you a Merry Christmas 🎄 & joyful New Year 🎉

  • @juliemix3373
    @juliemix3373 23 дні тому +18

    Brian, I love your weird tent. It looks like it will be brill. Watching you do a test run was fun.
    Love all you little aside quips.
    Cheers

  • @supermommaloha
    @supermommaloha 23 дні тому +22

    Merry Christmas! Nice camping tent! You may as well add a foam mattress or a cot to stay off of the ground when it's cold, or up away from sneaky critters in the summer! 😊

  • @lovelyskull3483
    @lovelyskull3483 23 дні тому +48

    That wee pup will be the best friend you’ll ever have if you choose her. She has chosen you. Don’t ignore this gift from the Gods.

  • @MK-Farm-Michigan
    @MK-Farm-Michigan 23 дні тому +15

    Brian little puppy loves you. Please adopt him. He would be a great biking partner.

  • @OldLadyinUk
    @OldLadyinUk 23 дні тому +50

    That dog loves you,take him camping with you 😊😊😊😊

    • @coffeebreaktheology2634
      @coffeebreaktheology2634 23 дні тому +6

      actually, it's a she - maybe why the name Noggin didn't suit?!

    • @NailahRoberts
      @NailahRoberts 23 дні тому +7

      Her name is Lottie

    • @millywood6801
      @millywood6801 23 дні тому +6

      The pup would make a good water bottle, and a good guard dog.

  • @marvincarter870
    @marvincarter870 23 дні тому +9

    Brian you're a standup comic and didn't know it! Putting that tent together had us both laughing. I do believe now that you know enough about it to be dangerous that it will work out good for you in camping. Good video!

  • @jayjay2129
    @jayjay2129 22 дні тому +9

    I was in stitches watching you put that tent up, it was the mutterings of 'hang on' 'wait a minute' ' no, that's not it' 'ah got it' that done me!😂😂😂

  • @BerylMatcham
    @BerylMatcham 23 дні тому +18

    Thanks, Brian ❤.
    I think Pascal will enjoy his new dress .
    It's a clever little thingy x.
    😊 have a wonderful weekend B

    • @philomenahearn1717
      @philomenahearn1717 23 дні тому

      Yes I was thinking more like a skirt, or a kilt as Pascal is a he…..

  • @carolann6072
    @carolann6072 23 дні тому +14

    We have the same kind of camping set up! I have a small cargo van and a similar tent, but the tent has stayed in its little bag so far. It's definitely a "this person is camping" vibe and definitely not stealthy! 😂
    I laughed too much, so now I need to watch again and see what I missed. ❤

  • @rondriggers2755
    @rondriggers2755 23 дні тому +21

    Always enjoy your vids. Interesting with some comedy mixed in for laughs. Have a blessed Christmas

  • @ThatGirlinLoveland
    @ThatGirlinLoveland 23 дні тому +11

    Brian you gotta face it, that puppy she your's, she got all that puppy love for you. Im sure you're boss wouldn't mind if you bring her to work. 😉 And I bet she'll be the bestest camping buddy.

  • @YeBeWarnedArtists
    @YeBeWarnedArtists 23 дні тому +14

    Viewer #33 here: sorry I couldn’t help you set up the tent, but I was busy drinking a Guinness! 😂🍺 That tent is the neatest thing I have ever seen! I would love to have one of those for my Jeep! I say, very good investment! 👍🏼

  • @Dao0253
    @Dao0253 23 дні тому +30

    I also agree about semi adopting lil Lottie. Jus ssyin ❤ 🇨🇦

  • @annieterminetschuppon7232
    @annieterminetschuppon7232 22 дні тому +3

    With the roof tent, the back of pascal and that additional space, you are getting a three bedrooms habitat👍 extremely luxurious. Just mind the cooking, UA-cam is having a fair share of blown away back tent in flames 😂

  • @carolynwalker2713
    @carolynwalker2713 23 дні тому +14

    That’s a great little set up for camping. Think you need some cute solar powered fairy lights for inside! I always have solar fairy lights when I go camping🏕️⛺️

  • @midnightdreemz1509
    @midnightdreemz1509 23 дні тому +5

    Brian bless your sweet pea-picker😊. Watching you putting the tent together was like watching a 3 stooges moment. Lol you maje us all smile and laugh. Thank you❤

  • @rebekahdane5382
    @rebekahdane5382 23 дні тому +6

    That shot with Lottie looked straight out of a love story, complete with the rising sun and a bit of a twirl. Absolutely loved it!
    My son wanted me to share a joke with you so you can share it with Dan and Nick. How do you make a tissue dance? Put a little boogie in it.
    *Edited to add, I can't believe the amount of people in these comments trying to get you to adopt Dan's puppy. My own puppy reacts to my brother the same way Lottie does with you. In no way does that mean my puppy belongs with him. I enjoy watching the reaction she has to you, it's sweet, but that doesn't mean you should take her. People need to chill.

  • @dinocub1
    @dinocub1 22 дні тому +3

    What do you call a sheep that can sing and dance? Lady Ba Ba.
    Ok my little niece told me that one. lol

  • @karenmorrison8112
    @karenmorrison8112 23 дні тому +11

    Vlog no 80 already. Lottie loves you heaps, she waits for you.

  • @louisemaree2704
    @louisemaree2704 23 дні тому +11

    You are a crackup! If you want a cheeky Aussie girl to help you wirh your tent, holla! 😊😅❤

  • @icandivideos5743
    @icandivideos5743 23 дні тому +11

    I laughed all the way through the tent build 🤭love the setup!

  • @I_AM_the_ITGuy
    @I_AM_the_ITGuy 22 дні тому +3

    A tent inside a tent attached to another tent! Yes!!!

  • @vickikey227
    @vickikey227 23 дні тому +7

    Oh Brian, you crack me up with your setting up of your new tent antics, no swearing or gnashing of teeth whilst raising the tent.
    Look forward to the Q and A vloggie thingy (I hope I can log on and watch, my technical know how with your time zones will be interesting).

  • @Marguerite-xy4my
    @Marguerite-xy4my 22 дні тому +3

    I missed you too, But no pressure, we will be here when you are ready. Glad you fellows are going to have a good break.

  • @enchantedenglishadventurer8024
    @enchantedenglishadventurer8024 22 дні тому +3

    Cheers from Japan 🇯🇵
    Loving your banter with yourself while putting up the tent. Talking to yourself while assembling things is highly underrated 😂

  • @joannebolton1
    @joannebolton1 23 дні тому +14

    The lighting and sound is great in your workshop so I think the live will work just fine. Great tent set up BTW. Well cosy!👌

    • @millywood6801
      @millywood6801 23 дні тому +1

      Very cosy when we all turn up, the 20 of us that is. I could bring the Guinness

    • @Debbie-kt6ck
      @Debbie-kt6ck 22 дні тому +1

      @@millywood6801😂

  • @jdawake
    @jdawake 23 дні тому +7

    I was so HAPPY to see you all in the car! Hope I can catch you Live in your workshop! Hope Pascal’s new addition 🎉 works great! No drama! Yup! How often do you sit in your hotbox ( sauna) ? I miss mine! Aussie swags-the real deal! 😊

  • @JamesHardiman99
    @JamesHardiman99 23 дні тому +8

    What is life if you haven't got a puppy to help you lace up your boots?

  • @Army2Fire
    @Army2Fire 23 дні тому +2

    Maybe I should read the instructions!!! Ya think? Enjoy camping with Pascal! Don’t forget to take the 43 of us along!

  • @eileenmaycock5306
    @eileenmaycock5306 22 дні тому +6

    To everyone who thinks that lovely black dog would be more happy taken from her dog family, one of whom is its mother, dogs are pack animals. Leave it where it is.

  • @grendel_nz
    @grendel_nz 22 дні тому +3

    Use silicone spray on your tent pole joints. Helps stop them corroding or sticking.

  • @andrewmeasures2312
    @andrewmeasures2312 22 дні тому +2

    Loved your escapade with that tent thing Brian. It will be nice to be able to stand up. It's lovely to see how excited Lottie is when she sees you. Looking forward to the live stream.😀👍

  • @vanessameyer7817
    @vanessameyer7817 22 дні тому +3

    a man and his favorite dog...3.26 how beautiful

  • @alicekenworthy9603
    @alicekenworthy9603 22 дні тому +2

    Definitely enjoyed you allowing us to witness this new addition. As a camper I’m sure you will organise a couple of ropes over the top to keep it flying off in case of windy weather … and also because you are a camper, you’ll be fine with cooking 🥘 Perfect for an adventure!
    Durban SA🇿🇦

  • @lynetteyoung9777
    @lynetteyoung9777 22 дні тому +3

    I hope I see this at a time when I can respond.😀 It's fun watching you set up this tent.Thanks for sharing it with us!

  • @susanmeek4947
    @susanmeek4947 23 дні тому +6

    Reminded me of taking my kids' "winter camping" in the LLbean basement camping department (Maine, USA) on a cold January day.
    Afterward, we would head over to Starbucks for 2 cocoa's and a peppermint latte to "warm up." My idea of winter camping that entertained children on Sunday afternoon. 😅

  • @DavidBolch-x2q
    @DavidBolch-x2q 23 дні тому +7

    Nice work Brian . I’m enjoying your channel from the other side of the world, where your swag came from !

  • @riahenley9974
    @riahenley9974 23 дні тому +6

    That’s a great tent….you’re going to be warm and snug in there when winter camping…!! 😊🇦🇺🎄

  • @brunomeral7885
    @brunomeral7885 23 дні тому +7

    Having a "dry" rehearsal for the camping stuff is a good reflex, I must say.

  • @rachel-b8d
    @rachel-b8d 23 дні тому +7

    Puppy love ❤ you are the chosen one! It’s a no brainer! She would love your outdoor lifestyle and be an excellent camping companion!

  • @amysimpson646
    @amysimpson646 23 дні тому +3

    Big wiggly hello to ya Brian.
    Glad you found the hole for your pole.

  • @joannemacintyre251
    @joannemacintyre251 23 дні тому +9

    That was fun, loved the chatter too. 🤭

  • @JudithShepherd-u3m
    @JudithShepherd-u3m 22 дні тому +3

    Enjoy your time off. I watched/listened to you and relaxed on my 'glide path' to sleep. Thanks

  • @AtlantaGarden
    @AtlantaGarden 23 дні тому +6

    Yesterday on Dan's vlog, the expression on your face after the mantel crashed down was pretty funny 😅

  • @elizabetha.morgan1869
    @elizabetha.morgan1869 23 дні тому +14

    That nice little puppy really loves you.

  • @nelleg152
    @nelleg152 22 дні тому +3

    Lottie is lovely. Can't wait to see your first time camping in that tent❤

  • @christinekrivoski8058
    @christinekrivoski8058 22 дні тому +1

    So I was out at a local store finishing up some shopping when a wonderful man in a wheelchair looked at me and said “what do you call a cat that walks across the desert, I replied I have no idea, and he said Santa Paws”. I started laughing and thought of you right away.

  • @lindamitman4538
    @lindamitman4538 23 дні тому +2

    That tent looks really cool - hopefully Pascal will like it too.

  • @patrickdemarcevol
    @patrickdemarcevol 23 дні тому +7

    I see the chateau's old Riley is running, great news!

  • @SarahDieterich-w6i
    @SarahDieterich-w6i 22 дні тому +3

    Brian!,
    It's Blog 80 !!! Way to go chap!! 😂

  • @philipheinhold5340
    @philipheinhold5340 23 дні тому +10

    Hello Brian, doing good thank you and I hope your doing good and best wishes with your live stream🙏 I’ll be here😀

  • @CindyEriksen
    @CindyEriksen 23 дні тому +14

    Oh goodie! Looking forward to your Live Stream 😁

  • @wandacasper5612
    @wandacasper5612 23 дні тому +7

    This has been one of the best videos. Enjoyed. Take the dog with u this weekend 😊

  • @nativetexson
    @nativetexson 22 дні тому +3

    Love the "stream of consciousness" dialogue. We want a review of the tent after the first use. Cheers Brian-

  • @jacquelinefannin1957
    @jacquelinefannin1957 15 днів тому

    Brian, when I had a young family, we would go camping every second weekend . My (ex) husband , daughter , son, and I had a swag each . A swag is very comfortable and also very convenient. Now that I'm getting on ( just a few years older than you ), I still go camping in the same swag, but i put my swag on top of a stretcher now a day's. The Ground is getting a little hard on the hips . My daughter lives in Cashel Tipperary , in 2017 my daughter asked me to bring her swag to Ireland for her . Now that was fun transporting that swag all the way to Cashel . The things a Mother does for their child . She now camp's in her swag in Ireland 😁

  • @SylviaSchenkelsvan57
    @SylviaSchenkelsvan57 23 дні тому +6

    You did very well with the tent! Looking good and I hope I can watch the live stream!💋

  • @MaryEllenBlack-l5n
    @MaryEllenBlack-l5n 22 дні тому +1

    As my Dad used to say - "If all else fails, read the instructions."

  • @donmorrow1923
    @donmorrow1923 23 дні тому +5

    Look forward to the live stream. 👨‍💻🤳
    Ha! 😅
    Not as simple as the photo looks, but you did it without the extra man required.
    It does look pretty cool, but the test will be the winter camping site and how warm and water proof it is. You’d better get there early to set this all up, could take a bit with all the gear, the heater, the stove, table and chair.
    The sunrise shot of you and the puppy was very nice.
    That little girl just adores you when you show up. She’s going to miss you over the holiday. 😢

  • @theresechenoweth2321
    @theresechenoweth2321 21 день тому

    The tent set-up reminded me of trying to fold a king-sized fitted sheet single handedly!

  • @arianesmith9997
    @arianesmith9997 22 дні тому +2

    I love the way you love to camp and get it figured out to be so comfy

  • @alphaonde8144
    @alphaonde8144 23 дні тому +7

    Very fun 😅 interressant et étonnant cette idée de camper l'hiver 🥶..

  • @RonaldBelanger
    @RonaldBelanger 23 дні тому +3

    No pressure on adapting Lottie. However, it was this week or last that Brian told us the story behind Pascal's different front passenger chair. I am voting that Brian should work it out with Pascal and see if they could bring Lottie at least on one of up and coming camping trips.

  • @slol144
    @slol144 23 дні тому +4

    I bought a side awning, annex with quick disconnect from Ironman4x4 after having a something similar. Having equal headroom as the footprint sells it alone but is far easier to setup by yourself.

  • @chrisdouglass7962
    @chrisdouglass7962 22 дні тому +2

    Now you got me into camp girl mode, bought a good sized tent and everything I thought I needed, including a $100 heavy duty outdoor cord and enough rag rugs to cover the floor and have extra, then got hit with a triple stomach infection, 3 different antibiotics in one 10 day treatment, 3 times over 3 years and um 🤔 so far so good 🤞😁 most of my camping gear has yet to be used but it won't be a in winter!!!! 😄 You really should adopt puppy 🥰🥰❤️

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray4450 23 дні тому +4

    Good job Brian!!! You did it without looking at the directions in full...my way of doing things too! The picture worked for you!

  • @Madhaggis
    @Madhaggis 19 днів тому

    ARB ‘Anthony Roland Brown’ founded in 1975. Born out of a lack of good equipment on his tour of the top end. Love the tent I’ve often thought, if I liked camping I’d do something like that.

  • @judybemrose7267
    @judybemrose7267 21 день тому

    We missed you too; just wanted to wish you very best wishes at this time of year, with many thanks for all the interesting chit chat, coffees, and excited puppies!!

  • @lieuwina
    @lieuwina 20 днів тому

    Lottie and Brian cuddle is so sweet. Loved the unboxing of the tent Brian, I do hope it does what you want when you go camping, as it would be epic for what you want to use it for. Have a lovely day.

  • @inkmetal1
    @inkmetal1 22 дні тому +1

    Sorry I need a place to plug in the electric blanket. Brian easy usually does not come in a box. Glad your new toy will work.

  • @joyeddlemon798
    @joyeddlemon798 23 дні тому +8

    Nice tent. Looking forward to the live. Hope it’s at a time when I’m awake. 😃

  • @suemccoy7533
    @suemccoy7533 22 дні тому +2

    Hi Brian, had to LOL during your vlog today. It reminded me of my eldest son owing 10 tents and having them stored in his garage. I asked him why he needed so many tents and actually can't remember his answer. I figured it was because he worked for REI, here in the USA, and had one for every camping adventure or had to have one in every size??? Happy Camping to you!😊

  • @alantodd7633
    @alantodd7633 22 дні тому +2

    Brian, enjoy winter camping and make sure your new tent doesn't get blown away.................Happy camping. Fiona Todd.

  • @emiishino5422
    @emiishino5422 22 дні тому +3

    This was brilliant! You made me laugh more than a few times.

  • @rosemariedeschenes7013
    @rosemariedeschenes7013 23 дні тому +1

    Quite entertaining watching you wrestle with the tent ⛺️ 😂Enjoy your new camping equipment. You should definitely adopt that puppy 🐶 She has chosen you 😍😘

  • @TerriSLee
    @TerriSLee 23 дні тому +5

    Nice. I like that idea. Simple is good.

  • @cathymc8365
    @cathymc8365 23 дні тому +1

    Some tents nowadays are way more complicated than they need to be! Yours looks like it will be a nice shelter addition to Pascal for cooking and hanging out. Just make sure your diesel heater exhaust is far away from the tent!

  • @brabusg350
    @brabusg350 23 дні тому +4

    hello brain, nice to see the next vlog, we missed u too ! 😊😉 livestream would be a blast !
    ooooooohh 🥰with lotti in the sunset, how romantic 😊and thats a very handy pascale back tent ! much more room !

  • @mitzigaynor-rz5zn
    @mitzigaynor-rz5zn 23 дні тому +4

    Wrestling with a new tent is always such fun. If you bought it to have Pascale’s rear end inserted into the tent, why on earth are you intending to sleep in the tent and not the back of Pascale which would be waterproof in a downpour? I’d also be throwing a tarp over the tent as in my experience cheap nylon tents just aren’t waterproof enough for my liking. I’m a fussy Aussie who loves to be dry when camping. Best of luck mate. 🇦🇺🦘🦘🇦🇺

  • @elf5012
    @elf5012 22 дні тому +1

    Your new tent addition for Pascal looks like it is going to work. That will be really nice.

  • @joannecordelia
    @joannecordelia 22 дні тому

    Yes! Please adopt the puppy! You could take it to work with you! 😉👍❤️
    I love camping 🏕️ but with a botched back surgery I need a comfy cushioned bed!

  • @KarmasKaos
    @KarmasKaos 4 дні тому

    We have a tent that attaches to the back hatch of our Ford Escape. It's not our biggest tent but it's our favorite bc it's so handy. It's fun to camp with. Hope you enjoy yours as much as we have enjoyed ours.