Essential Oil for bugspray made by a Floridian: (This is very expensive if you buy it retail. It's much better to get the EOils and cost effective) Lemongrass, Geranium, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Peppermint, camphor, vinegar, water and some rubbing alcohol or vodka, whatever you have. It smells amazing and the mosquitoes and swamp flies hate it.
Just found your channel. Thank you for the info. I bought a little motorhome. I'm a widow and trying to get the guts to do this. You're an inspiration. Subscribed
Hi Becky , Born2Wander2 here . Wow that campground is an Easter Egg for sure ! The one thing I do agree with is the No Alcohol Policy. I indulge from time to time , but this policy alleviates the few who ruin it for everyone. And yes a quick fun fact , did you know that the mosqito is the state bird of FLA. ? 😂.... keep the videos coming , really enjoyed this one . I'm a grill master . So I love your simple setup. Everything tastes better outdoors. That's a fact . Enjoy your journey and thanks for allowing us to tag along . Safe travels 🙏
Thank you sooo much for this video! I’m a senior who lives in Broward County and have purchased all the camping supplies described as needed and now am ready to go on a “trial run” before taking off on a long drive around the country.
Here's a hint for your lettuce put the lettuce in the ziplock put a paper towel over the lettuce, put water on the paper towel close the bag and squeeze the air out, your lettuce will last for 2 weeks in the refrigerator. My mom taught me that amazing, miss Mom❤
So funny you said that I do the same thing if we need it and won't go through it for more than 2 days. It does wonders! Also do it berries it helps them stay fresh longer too.
Ok I can’t believe I found you and all this detailed information.. I have 2019 Ford Transit 250 high roof Van I have done interior No Build but very nice inside very cozy n homey. Ty for this Woww
@@Adventureswithbecky I would like to to review collier county camping and then maybe Monroe for Lobster I have always done well the last Wednesday and Thursday of July. Never been a question of getting my limit just if it took more than an hour.
Good video but I think its pronounced Du Pwee. Check out Hickory Hammocks, free and much better in my opinion. Lavender incense keeps away the mosquitos.
Downside to Hickory is non-flush toilets and no hot water for the showers. Not a big deal in the summer but definitely a deal breaker in the winter lol.
Glad to have you! Yes this summer has been far hotter much earlier in the season. Without AC it is very hard to camp unless near water to cool off during the day.
I knew the name sounded familiar. My daughter and I went there for a weekend about 5-6 years ago. It’s a couple of hours away and yes, it’s really nice. And best of all it’s free. We stayed in the group camp ground area.
The faucet is a water saving, they limit the flow of water but also spray really bad. Most of the FL state parks use them. Cool, two hours away from me on the other coast!
Thank you very much for the free campground recommendation. Can a 42' Class A diesel pusher make it in there? Do you know if you can run a generator there? Is there hookups or a dump station?
No hookups 42 ft would probably be difficult. Not sure about generators but may be frowned upon if not one of the super quiet ones. Best bet is to go directly to the website for the current rules.
Yes this is one of my favorites. 2 things. 1 after you dial the lock code; if it doesn’t open when u pull down; “ push up, like u are locking the padlock, and then pull down to open”. 2. You are limited to 30 days a year cumulative for all campgrounds for water mgmt. U are only 30 minutes to town of Okeechobee. Lastly. The website, and u need to get a permit. How to get it.
The shopping in Okeechobee or WPB is best, the other towns not so much. As a diver I go under Blue Heron Bridge alot and do my food shopping while there.
We rented a space for 5 days ar Gilchrist blue ..arrived at about 4pm..left at 8am next morning... :( nice springs but horrible bathroom...filthy!!!! Dirt sand..toilet paper..wet floors.. everywhere... DIRT "ROAD" TINY campspace...neighbor just feet away. Went to mannatee springs next..3 days..nice spring...big wooded lot..CLEAN BATHROOM..then to Paynes Prairie...2 NIGHTS.....NICE!!!!! BIG HUGE CLEAN COOL BATHROOM..SHADY WOODED LOT...PAVED ROAD
Yeah Gilcrest Blue is very nasty. I stayed 1 night then left. Will probably go back only to do a review video and hopefully they have done some improvements!
Flotation flotation don't want to drown then you decide you want to live to late get tube or life jacket or wetsuit or boogie board even get from neighbors houses now
Still here and no boogie board or wetsuit needed. When going through hurricanes it is important to remember to listen to your local government for evacuations and to run from water(get off the coast) and hide from the wind in your home which is what we did.
@Adventureswithbecky I'm from South africa we have never had to go through what they did in NC hurricane hellene not even10 percent of magnitude here in 30 years, all the best can't wait to hear that everyone is OK I know what you feel about your home stay strong
Should of kept it a secret........😢 now everyone and their brother is going to end up there.😢 sorry, but have had very bad experiences with free campgrounds a different type of people 😢😢😢, not saying you are, pls, i don't mean it that way, I'm also a single female traveling and here lately its been scary to say the least 😮, you be safe! God bless.
If you're ever in the far north western section of the Florida Panhandle and looking for a nice free campground, let me know and I'll give you some information about it and location. It's similar to the one in your video, clean bathrooms with hot showers, potable water, dishwashing area, easy access to a nice creek for swimming and picnicking with two Pavilions with picnic tables, hiking trails etc.
@@Adventureswithbecky I've tried posting the link but UA-cam keeps deleting it for some reason. The camp is in the north eastern section of the Blackwater River Florida State Forest near Baker, FL. It's name is the "Wilderness Landing" Location: 5700 Wilderness Landing Road, Baker, Florida
One of the best, helpful camp 🏕️ sites videos. Thank you 🙏 Becky! There is only one similar, fee based site s of miami, Long Pine Key, with showers, a lake, overpriced, and always sold out. A friend 🇷🇺🏕️
i am moving that way from northern Utah in jan 2024. I'm gonna work instawork app jobs and run my tiktok and youtube channels. love your stuff. would love to meet you in fl. best wishes.. caroina420-stoic
Essential Oil for bugspray made by a Floridian: (This is very expensive if you buy it retail. It's much better to get the EOils and cost effective) Lemongrass, Geranium, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Peppermint, camphor, vinegar, water and some rubbing alcohol or vodka, whatever you have. It smells amazing and the mosquitoes and swamp flies hate it.
Awesome thank you! Does this work for no see ums too?
@@Adventureswithbecky I think so. The lemongrass and geranium are the ones they hate the most and they smell awesome.
@HoneyBadger323 awesome thank you!
I already grow the lemon grass raise treefrogs and lizards
Just found your channel. Thank you for the info. I bought a little motorhome. I'm a widow and trying to get the guts to do this. You're an inspiration. Subscribed
Awww thank you that is so sweet
Hi Becky , Born2Wander2 here . Wow that campground is an Easter Egg for sure ! The one thing I do agree with is the No Alcohol Policy. I indulge from time to time , but this policy alleviates the few who ruin it for everyone. And yes a quick fun fact , did you know that the mosqito is the state bird of FLA. ? 😂.... keep the videos coming , really enjoyed this one . I'm a grill master . So I love your simple setup. Everything tastes better outdoors. That's a fact . Enjoy your journey and thanks for allowing us to tag along . Safe travels 🙏
Thank you so much for the awesome comment! Yes I agree our State bird is the mosquito lol! Sadly the select few always ruin it for many!
Thank you for sharing 😊
You're welcome
Thank you sooo much for this video! I’m a senior who lives in Broward County and have purchased all the camping supplies described as needed and now am ready to go on a “trial run” before taking off on a long drive around the country.
How exciting! Have fun on your trial run and trip!
Clean land even 👌. Nice vid 👍
@@FrankJohnson-r3e yes very clean. Thanks for stopping by and commenting 🙂
I have never heard of this campground! Thank you for going and sharing this place!
You're welcome
Thanks for sharing, hope to visit in Feb.
Thanks so much for this video. We live in Florida and didn’t know about this campground. Also, you’re a very beautiful lady 🥰
You're welcome glad the video helped you find another great spot to visit.
Wow, that is a nice spot!
Looking forward to staying there this winter. Thank you for sharing.
@@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield you are welcome.
Stayed there 5 times and met locals who go there every weekend in winter. The summer is brutal without Ac and no generators at night allowed.
Wasn't to bad with fans gping. Didn't have ac just 2 small fans. Key is go to the water during the day and stay hydrated😊
Wow that campground is beautiful! I am surprised at how big those sites are. Crazy this place is free. Hopefully people who visit keep it clean.
The bad apples always ruin it with leaving trash.
Here's a hint for your lettuce put the lettuce in the ziplock put a paper towel over the lettuce, put water on the paper towel close the bag and squeeze the air out, your lettuce will last for 2 weeks in the refrigerator. My mom taught me that amazing, miss Mom❤
So funny you said that I do the same thing if we need it and won't go through it for more than 2 days. It does wonders! Also do it berries it helps them stay fresh longer too.
Agree, DuPuis campground is awesome ! While I've never camped there, it's my go-to park for hiking and biking during cooler months.
Hiking is beautiful there!
Ok I can’t believe I found you and all this detailed information.. I have 2019 Ford Transit 250 high roof Van I have done interior No Build but very nice inside very cozy n homey. Ty for this Woww
Hi Kristin thank you for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed it. Have a great week!
There are free WMA's all over florida a review on each would be a cool UA-cam goal. VERY COOL VIDEO
Will be adding more not only in FL but throughout the lower 48 as well.
@@Adventureswithbecky I would like to to review collier county camping and then maybe Monroe for Lobster I have always done well the last Wednesday and Thursday of July. Never been a question of getting my limit just if it took more than an hour.
Good video but I think its pronounced Du Pwee. Check out Hickory Hammocks, free and much better in my opinion. Lavender incense keeps away the mosquitos.
Downside to Hickory is non-flush toilets and no hot water for the showers. Not a big deal in the summer but definitely a deal breaker in the winter lol.
Been there several times. Florida Water Management rocks! My favorite is Allapattah Flats, also in Martin County.
Will have to check that one out!
Just stumbled on your channel and now a subscriber. I live near Dupui and look forward to going when it’s cooler.
Glad to have you! Yes this summer has been far hotter much earlier in the season. Without AC it is very hard to camp unless near water to cool off during the day.
I knew the name sounded familiar. My daughter and I went there for a weekend about 5-6 years ago. It’s a couple of hours away and yes, it’s really nice. And best of all it’s free. We stayed in the group camp ground area.
It is a beautiful campground!
Great video. THANK YOU! Happy Trails! 🏕
You're welcome and you too!
Looks like a great spot to camp
It is beautiful but tons of skeeters!
Great video
@@MaxItUpwithMarta thank you
The faucet is a water saving, they limit the flow of water but also spray really bad. Most of the FL state parks use them. Cool, two hours away from me on the other coast!
@6boys1girl Thanks for that info. The other State parks in FL we have checked out had normal faucets. This was the first time I had seen these.
This is great information. Thanks.
You're welcome
So how do you reserve a spot here?
Its in the description...phone number and link
Thank you very much for the free campground recommendation. Can a 42' Class A diesel pusher make it in there? Do you know if you can run a generator there? Is there hookups or a dump station?
No hookups 42 ft would probably be difficult. Not sure about generators but may be frowned upon if not one of the super quiet ones. Best bet is to go directly to the website for the current rules.
Looking forward to camping there. How do you book a site?
Info is in the description
I've been there. It's awesome!!!
One of my favorite spots!
Thanks a great video
Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Glad you found the video helpful.
Great vid, thanx for the effort. Btw im on a harley, do they allow tent camping there and do you need a pass from the state of Florida. Thanx again.
Yes they do allow tents. The website/link is in the description.
Yes they do. I've seen tents there.
thanks so much, suscribed
Thanks for the sub!
New follower,thanks for sharing.
You're welcome and thanks for stopping in to comment and for subscribing!
It would be great if there were fruit trees there too!
@@MaxItUpwithMarta agreed!
Yes this is one of my favorites. 2 things. 1 after you dial the lock code; if it doesn’t open when u pull down; “ push up, like u are locking the padlock, and then pull down to open”.
2. You are limited to 30 days a year cumulative for all campgrounds for water mgmt.
U are only 30 minutes to town of Okeechobee.
Lastly. The website, and u need to get a permit. How to get it.
Links are in description😊
The shopping in Okeechobee or WPB is best, the other towns not so much.
As a diver I go under Blue Heron Bridge alot and do my food shopping while there.
NICE VLOG BECKY
Thank you
COOL
My favorite free site in Florida
So far mine too minus how thick the mosquitos were.
yah that sounds cool and everything but do they got wifi?
@@RaoulFL no clue I use either Starlink or our phones cell signal. Highly doubt there is public wifi to tap into.
BTW, that’s also one of my favorite free spots to camp at!
It is so beautiful!
Thanks! don’t see the link for the code for the gate, thanks!
PS. I use essential oils to keep mosquitoes away. 😊
The code gets sent to you after you get your online permit for camping.
What about gators? Do yiu encounter them?
In Florida, anywhere there is water, you can assume gators are around😊
We rented a space for 5 days ar Gilchrist blue
..arrived at about 4pm..left at 8am next morning... :( nice springs but horrible bathroom...filthy!!!! Dirt sand..toilet paper..wet floors.. everywhere... DIRT "ROAD" TINY campspace...neighbor just feet away. Went to mannatee springs next..3 days..nice spring...big wooded lot..CLEAN BATHROOM..then to Paynes Prairie...2 NIGHTS.....NICE!!!!! BIG HUGE CLEAN COOL BATHROOM..SHADY WOODED LOT...PAVED ROAD
Yeah Gilcrest Blue is very nasty. I stayed 1 night then left. Will probably go back only to do a review video and hopefully they have done some improvements!
Flotation flotation don't want to drown then you decide you want to live to late get tube or life jacket or wetsuit or boogie board even get from neighbors houses now
Still here and no boogie board or wetsuit needed. When going through hurricanes it is important to remember to listen to your local government for evacuations and to run from water(get off the coast) and hide from the wind in your home which is what we did.
@Adventureswithbecky I'm from South africa we have never had to go through what they did in NC hurricane hellene not even10 percent of magnitude here in 30 years, all the best can't wait to hear that everyone is OK I know what you feel about your home stay strong
Should of kept it a secret........😢 now everyone and their brother is going to end up there.😢 sorry, but have had very bad experiences with free campgrounds a different type of people 😢😢😢, not saying you are, pls, i don't mean it that way, I'm also a single female traveling and here lately its been scary to say the least 😮, you be safe! God bless.
This is not BLM but through fish and game and has FT hosts.
I agree. Just shut up..
You do realize this isn't a top secret site but listed publically and an easy find on Google right????🤦♀️
If you're ever in the far north western section of the Florida Panhandle and looking for a nice free campground, let me know and I'll give you some information about it and location. It's similar to the one in your video, clean bathrooms with hot showers, potable water, dishwashing area, easy access to a nice creek for swimming and picnicking with two Pavilions with picnic tables, hiking trails etc.
Would love the info. I'm always looking for good free campgrounds thanks.
I would like to know please
@@Adventureswithbecky I've tried posting the link but UA-cam keeps deleting it for some reason. The camp is in the north eastern section of the Blackwater River Florida State Forest near Baker, FL. It's name is the "Wilderness Landing" Location: 5700 Wilderness Landing Road, Baker, Florida
@@pitstop_calvin thank you!
Not sure if you have a partner but I'd love to go on some adventures with you!
Yes my husband is my travel partner.
When does it open and close
Info is in description for website that has all info.
Is this campsite accepted tent camping or just RV
You can tent camp too
how many months is the booking winsow
The max stay is 8 days, not sure how far in advance you can book.
I'm not sure
Are you were at the non equestrian side!
Yes I was.
How’s mosquitoes in December that time of year?
Not to bad in December
Encouraging . So I still need bug spray though. Thanks.
@simonc4234 I would
FLORIDA...EVERYWHERE ALL YEAR...GATORS TOO
Good to know. Thanks.
how long can I stay there ? cars only or rvs??
Tents, RVs or cars
for how long can stay there ???
Link for the campground is in description
Team ùp
Hi, was wondering how long can you stay? Thanks
I honestly cannot remember if it was 1 week or longer. Info is in the description with the link.
Mosquitos as big as your thumb come out at night, trust me I stayed there.
No joke!
Where is this place in Florida ?
Canal Point FL
Indiantown. It was at 6:35 in the video.
Pronounced Doo-pree
@@sarahtefft2024 thanks
Pronounced DU pwee
@@TheTandrus thank you
Not, bugville and no Alcohol allowed.
mOSQUITO coils WORK
I tried them and didn't have any luck. We use Thermacell and mosquito wrist bands that both work really well.
@@Adventureswithbecky I like flame touches lanterns and hurricane lamps with citronella a 2fer fire and bug control
Thermacell
Always!
This place gets over run by homeless and migrant car campers doing the 'free camping' circuit. Keep it to yourself please.
@@t3chnobrat502 have been there several times and neither were present.
One of the best, helpful camp 🏕️ sites videos. Thank you 🙏 Becky! There is only one similar, fee based site s of miami, Long Pine Key, with showers, a lake, overpriced, and always sold out. A friend 🇷🇺🏕️
You're welcome. I'm glad it was helpful.
i am moving that way from northern Utah in jan 2024. I'm gonna work instawork app jobs and run my tiktok and youtube channels. love your stuff. would love to meet you in fl. best wishes.. caroina420-stoic
Funny. I want to move from Florida to Utah. Love that place.