The Humble Man of the Shire: Free Camping in New Brunswick!

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  • Опубліковано 16 гру 2024

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  • @krissywilbur3484
    @krissywilbur3484 3 роки тому +45

    Thank you so much, for such a wonderful video! This is the home I grew up in, and this is my Dad 😊 I may be a little biased, but he truly is one of the most amazing human beings you will ever meet. He built that log cabin all by himself. Brought all the logs from across that marsh, (before it was flooded for the ducks unlimited habitat)and stood them vertically, one by one, because he had nobody helping him but my mother. He has to be the most humble person you will ever meet. But he is my hero!

    • @SlimPotatohead
      @SlimPotatohead  3 роки тому +12

      Hi Krissy! It was a breath of fresh air meeting you and your Dad. So glad I was able to spend some time with such wonderful and genuine people. Thank you for your kindness, and I look forward to talking to you both again! SP

    • @herblapp6134
      @herblapp6134 3 роки тому +9

      Krissy you are so blessed to have him as your Dad. 🤗

    • @soniadowney7427
      @soniadowney7427 Рік тому +1

      It's so nice hearing stories like this. 🤗

    • @sandrarantala1175
      @sandrarantala1175 8 місяців тому

    • @sandrarantala1175
      @sandrarantala1175 8 місяців тому

      My favorite video

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas1743 3 роки тому +111

    Don is such a awesome man , he and the Shire are a national treasure.

  • @SolarSailor1967
    @SolarSailor1967 3 роки тому +55

    This is where Slim shines. Give him a unique topic or person and he morphs into a master storyteller. Not to mention the unique geology of the bay. Good stuff.

  • @donprue3291
    @donprue3291 3 роки тому +144

    The quality of your productions has gotten amazing !! I feel like I'm watching a professionally produced big budget nature show with "personality"! Great job Slim!!

    • @Tom-In-Ga
      @Tom-In-Ga 3 роки тому +16

      I agree 100%. I made a similar comment a few videos back. I feel his stuff is so good it should be on PBS so even more people can watch.

    • @montananomad5382
      @montananomad5382 3 роки тому +6

      I concur!

    • @vansgardens2304
      @vansgardens2304 3 роки тому +2

      I came here to comment the same thing. There’s better production quality here than a lot of shows I’ve seen on PBS.

    • @robertselby221
      @robertselby221 3 роки тому +1

      I agree completely. Great job Slim!

    • @jamesscott1932
      @jamesscott1932 3 роки тому +1

      Outstanding camera, choice of music, dialogue. Always among the best. Thank you. Slim you take great care in producing your vids.

  • @metaxaanabeer
    @metaxaanabeer 3 роки тому +50

    I've got a Maritimes Story I'd like to share. In New Brunswick, it was getting late and campgrounds (to us) appeared to be too far behind or ahead to get there before it was real late and dark. Stopping at a roadside stand we asked the lady if she knew of any camping spots and explained our dilemma, from BC, didn't know the area and got ourselves into a bit of a pickle of where to sleep.
    With zero hesitation she pointed to a little turn around on her driveway and offered it to us. Not only that she brought down some fresh homemade pie later that evening. Rural Atlantic Canada rocks, for sure.

  • @johnd746
    @johnd746 3 роки тому +64

    So nice to see in this "Me World" someone like Don that is sharing his little part of the world. Wonderful episode.

  • @pipercan1
    @pipercan1 3 роки тому +61

    I've had the pleasure of boon docking the Shire and meeting Don, a unique experience. I've met folks from the USA and Australia .. So glad that you got there ..

  • @mortenthenorwegian2875
    @mortenthenorwegian2875 3 роки тому +95

    Hey Slim! We really need more places and people like this gentlemen. And it's good that people like you can find such places and tell about it. When filming nature and experiences becomes as beautiful as a painting and your narrator's voice sounds like a poetic poem, well, then it's impossible not to like this video.

    • @kimbrandom2789
      @kimbrandom2789 3 роки тому +10

      I'm a fan of loose itineraries too! Make plans but be flexible to what life brings. Great video!

  • @noahcount7132
    @noahcount7132 3 роки тому +43

    You had a near-magical adventure this time, Slim. Your newly found friends, Don, Sally, Hope, and the Tin Man, at The Shire free campground, were definitely worth meeting. And The Shire was an excellent base camp for adventures in the area.

  • @vansongs
    @vansongs 3 роки тому +8

    Great video Slim. Maratimers. Yep. Had a guy from Nova Scotia Just walk in my house in middle of nowhere BC and announce, HI! I'm Kirby and I am going to live over there. Thought I'd bring some rum to visit ya. Coolest guy ever.

  • @gayleconant1100
    @gayleconant1100 3 роки тому +31

    Of all of your videos, this one is my favorite! The rock formations and ocean waves captured my heart. Don seems to be a true gentleman and willing to share his piece of paradise. Thank you Slim for taking me along.

  • @DonnaBMacK
    @DonnaBMacK 3 роки тому +24

    Tourism New Brunswick should pay you for this. Super quality. I live a few hours away and never heard of this place. Thank you once again for your highly informative, descriptive video. Glad you are here in the Maritimes.

  • @wandathurman9428
    @wandathurman9428 3 роки тому +35

    Out done yourself on this one. Enjoyed it very much. Needs to be more special people like you and Don in this world ❤️❤️👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏☕

  • @Troutay
    @Troutay 3 роки тому +28

    Add "Poet" to your long list of accomplishments. Beautiful place, the Shire. It is lovely that he opens it to people. Hope he is able to continue for a long long time.

  • @cheeto.1
    @cheeto.1 3 роки тому +11

    A morning upload 🤩. Had to call the boss & tell him I was running late ⏰ Slim just uploaded a video gotta watch it on the big screen 📺. Its cool 😎 the boss is a subscriber too completely understands.

  • @Treqqer2
    @Treqqer2 3 роки тому +5

    That place goes on my bucket list.

  • @33jayy
    @33jayy 3 роки тому +3

    @1:38 "I'm Slim"
    "Yeah me too" 😅
    I already like this guy 😄😊

  • @patsykluting-lucas3804
    @patsykluting-lucas3804 3 роки тому +27

    Don and the Shire was fascinating. Wonderful walking sticks. Incredible watching high/low tides.

  • @johnlindley9012
    @johnlindley9012 3 роки тому +2

    I have watched many of your videos Slim. I have to say this one touched me in a special way. Your camp host reminded me of my late grandfather. He didn’t own a campground, but he owned a house with open doors for anyone who wanted to stop and share a story. His garden produced many meals for family and friends. He never asked for anything in return except for conversation and friendship. My “Pop” will be missed always. Thanks Slim for what you do.

  • @garybrach4220
    @garybrach4220 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks Slim, From Mukwonago Wisconsin.

  • @sjTHEfirst
    @sjTHEfirst 3 роки тому +27

    You find the most beautiful and interesting places. Thanks for bringing them to us.

  • @packiejoegilheany1171
    @packiejoegilheany1171 3 роки тому +1

    Don is a rockstar, a rare breed .
    Slim , your storytelling in prose and pics are amazing and getting better and better. I’m still hoping that you write a book . Or two.

  • @bayoubooger1
    @bayoubooger1 3 роки тому +3

    Thank You!

  • @flyinggyros9745
    @flyinggyros9745 3 роки тому +7

    What a great little place. There needs to be more like Don in the world. Alan.

  • @larrygorst8749
    @larrygorst8749 3 роки тому +4

    What a blast. Really enjoyed, and thanks for having me along with both you Gentlemen.

  • @bobfincher1767
    @bobfincher1767 3 роки тому +3

    Fantastic video

  • @MikeandLisasExcellentAdventure
    @MikeandLisasExcellentAdventure 3 роки тому +3

    Can't beat that!

  • @joshb-8810
    @joshb-8810 3 роки тому +20

    Wow Slim, The last few days I've been waking up like a kid on Christmas morning checking UA-cam to see if there was a new video from you yet. And this morning you did not disappoint. The quality of your work, The genuineness of your conversations with your guests, and the adventures that you take your viewers on are just truly top-notch. I really appreciate the effort and time you put in to this.

  • @kimizareborns6936
    @kimizareborns6936 3 роки тому +6

    Slim what a wonderful video. Thats alittle diamond in the rock. What a beautiful place.

  • @daviddarlingauthor
    @daviddarlingauthor 3 роки тому +9

    Morning coffee always goes with a Slim Potatohead before work! Greetings from Ontario.

  • @mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb
    @mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb 3 роки тому +4

    Don is such a sweetheart. He's living a great life there on the Shire. And love your "camping" shirt...lol.

  • @chadwright7614
    @chadwright7614 3 роки тому +10

    To a guy who cant get out of the house this is amazing ty, you go to some extremely stunning places

  • @philbuilds116
    @philbuilds116 3 роки тому +1

    Oh wow, a classic Slim production. It's amazing how the story is really the star of the travels and not the destination itself.

  • @davidjones8680
    @davidjones8680 3 роки тому +19

    Just enjoyed my lunch break all the more whilst watching this beautiful episode.
    David in the UK.

  • @debbieweckler6832
    @debbieweckler6832 3 роки тому +3

    Sure enjoying your video.

  • @vanvorst1999
    @vanvorst1999 3 роки тому +6

    Don's Shire looks awesome... It's now on my bucket list!

  • @daisymae3511
    @daisymae3511 3 роки тому +6

    Slim, this is truly one of your best videos!! Wonderful photography...

  • @JustAnotherHo
    @JustAnotherHo 3 роки тому +2

    Living in Niagara Falls, my favourite thing to do is to show people the area that isn't the Falls.

  • @trafficsnitch3505
    @trafficsnitch3505 3 роки тому +2

    Slim, you are my favourite youtuber. Professional, gentle, interesting, videos.

  • @nkbbrigger3359
    @nkbbrigger3359 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks Slim. Wonderful video, but you always have great videos.

  • @gerardbauer4035
    @gerardbauer4035 3 роки тому +4

    Don is awesome. This world needs many more like him. Thanks for sharing Slim. Be well.

  • @markheil6374
    @markheil6374 3 роки тому +6

    Slim, greetings from Huntington Beach California. Up early, and caught your video. Thanks for your content, and all you do!

  • @Jeh110
    @Jeh110 3 роки тому +10

    I felt like I was there. Thank you for taking us along!

  • @petermccarthy3046
    @petermccarthy3046 3 роки тому +2

    I believe you have made a great move! The east coast of Canada is stunning!

  • @jan6293
    @jan6293 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks Slim and Don ! Beautiful video 👍

  • @paulehd
    @paulehd 3 роки тому +10

    Thank you I felt so relaxed watching. Any stress just melted away.

  • @ML-uk6lu
    @ML-uk6lu 3 роки тому +5

    Wow. You have to stop and smell the roses. Most times you will find a huge garden. Beautiful. Thank you Slim for showing us how beautiful our country is.

  • @Woodthrush
    @Woodthrush 3 роки тому +4

    Loved Don and the Shire! Bet you got some great ideas for your new property. 😉 Thanks for taking us along!

  • @anthonyc1883
    @anthonyc1883 3 роки тому +6

    "Let me live in a house on the side of the road and be a friend to man." Sam Walter Foss

    • @krissywilbur3484
      @krissywilbur3484 2 роки тому +1

      I love this quote! Don is my dad, and I think I would love to have this quote put on a piece of driftwood or something, and hung in the greenhouse (that's what we call the sunporch they were sitting in)

    • @anthonyc1883
      @anthonyc1883 2 роки тому

      @@krissywilbur3484 Do it, Krissy!

  • @karentaylor6923
    @karentaylor6923 3 роки тому

    Slim, please keep visiting Don
    This video made me care about him ❤

  • @sueg2658
    @sueg2658 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for sharing such a delightful experience. And thank you to Don in the Shire, an amazing fella. 😊♥️

  • @hopeheavenonplanetearth1417
    @hopeheavenonplanetearth1417 3 роки тому +5

    That was beautiful! 🙏

  • @danmanx2
    @danmanx2 3 роки тому +10

    Slim, your anger bit was so funny!

  • @donwilbur5265
    @donwilbur5265 3 роки тому +1

    You done a great job. You have a special talent. I couldn't ask for a better person to interview me. You're always welcome. The same as anyone else. I totally approve

    • @SlimPotatohead
      @SlimPotatohead  3 роки тому

      Thanks Don! I was worried you didn't receive the private screening I sent you. Great to hear you are happy with the results. Hope to see you again! SP

  • @markbeaver5010
    @markbeaver5010 3 роки тому +3

    Boy, sure is a beautiful spot on our Earth to visit. Thanks Slim!!!

  • @monnarush6531
    @monnarush6531 3 роки тому +3

    Beautiful best video ever. Thanks 💜🌞

  • @Bear-pu2qo
    @Bear-pu2qo 3 роки тому +15

    I couldn't agree with you more, the journey often times are more fascinating and interesting than the destination.
    The Shire looks like an awesome place to spend time at, and Don seems like a very nice guy that is more interested in people enjoying themselves than making money.

    • @grosvenorclub
      @grosvenorclub 3 роки тому +2

      Couldn't agree more , its very often the scenery and folk you meet on the way to somewhere that is the real joy .

  • @jason5174
    @jason5174 3 роки тому +6

    What a great way to start the morning! Love your videos. Greetings from Plano, Texas.

  • @tnxjesus
    @tnxjesus 3 роки тому +3

    Yesssss

  • @1967BlackRose
    @1967BlackRose 3 роки тому +1

    Love visiting that Cemetery! Love this Province I call "HOME". Great shares of the 'local' area. Thank you for sharing in such a caring way.

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas1743 3 роки тому +10

    WOW ! What a awesome video ! So much to see and enjoy. Slim thank you for this video it is so very good and so well done! Emmy quality ! I am going to come back later to watch this a few more times. Thank you Slim for sharing this. THUMBS UP to you.

    • @fjbutter1813
      @fjbutter1813 3 роки тому +4

      Agree! One of the first videos I actually saved in a file!

  • @michele2855
    @michele2855 3 роки тому +7

    Slim, thank you for this wonderful video! I enjoyed it a lot 👍🏽🍁

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas1743 3 роки тому +4

    Slim ! Good morning and thumbs UP to you !

  • @ftkinsella
    @ftkinsella 3 роки тому +24

    Slim that was fantastic. Don and his dogs are so special. You don’t get to meet too many people like Don in this crazy world yet that is exactly what we all crave. I will be traveling down east in the next couple of years so I’ll have to stop in to The Shire and shoot the s*it with Don. Bob Wells the leader of the Nomads wants to do exactly what Don has done and that is to buy a huge piece of land and let other Nomads stay for free. A safe place for all. Thanks Slim! Cheers!!!

    • @karentaylor6923
      @karentaylor6923 3 роки тому +1

      I subscribed to you so I can see your adventure with Don at the Shire in the future :)

    • @ftkinsella
      @ftkinsella 3 роки тому

      @@karentaylor6923 thanks Karen you have no idea how much I am looking forward to that trip and the possibility of meeting Don and Slim. Take care. Cheers???

  • @mrpenny007
    @mrpenny007 3 роки тому +2

    "I'm slim too!". Like you say; a kindred spirit maybe like an older version of you. Great piece.

  • @SLloyd-qb8kt
    @SLloyd-qb8kt 3 роки тому +10

    Thank you for this video, Slim. I've just added the Shire to my bucket list. :)

  • @redlanternhomesteadcathym105
    @redlanternhomesteadcathym105 3 роки тому +4

    I'm at a loss for words to express what a beautiful experience watching this vlog was. Thank you Slim, wonderfully done as always.

  • @MrStingraybernard
    @MrStingraybernard 3 роки тому

    Very beautiful !

  • @gumshoe5365
    @gumshoe5365 3 роки тому +3

    Fantastic video. Thanks.

  • @dianerossetti3245
    @dianerossetti3245 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much Slim for your wonderful travel adventures. I really must bring my camper van dream alive and head east next spring. You are an inspiration

  • @mandydavidson6694
    @mandydavidson6694 3 роки тому +10

    Slim, this was so wonderful. We need more folk like Don, what a wonderful man. I do hope you manage to visit The Shire again. 😊

  • @livelife4471
    @livelife4471 3 роки тому +6

    That's the secret of New Brunswick, you have to take the time to seek things out because they don't always jump out at you. The same goes for Prince Edward Island, don't drive pass the dirt road, drive down it and see what it offers. I suspect this is true of many places in the world.

  • @ttwillow9073
    @ttwillow9073 3 роки тому +1

    Just LOVED this one!!! I saw a rock bear too. 9:01

    • @SlimPotatohead
      @SlimPotatohead  3 роки тому

      Funny, I only noticed this after the video was done. Looks like Winnie the Pooh! SP

  • @claramullen
    @claramullen 3 роки тому +3

    Slim this is one of my favorite videos. What a wonderful place in so many ways. It is nice to run into a person like Don from time to time. Thank you for brightening my day.

  • @larrchild3063
    @larrchild3063 3 роки тому +6

    From Bonavista to Vancouver Island very well done Slim thank you again 😁

  • @scable-eq7bp
    @scable-eq7bp 3 роки тому +3

    Very cool video....

  • @Ambohouse
    @Ambohouse 3 роки тому

    As long as the world has people like Don. The world has hope. Sometimes the real treasures you find are the hearts of others.

  • @monicauyeno7368
    @monicauyeno7368 3 роки тому +5

    Loved seeing the kayakers around the flowerpot rocks.
    I really enjoy your videos because you really highlight beautiful things and places. I can't get out and travel the way you do so I really appreciate your videos cuz it helps me to see places that I probably will never ever see. It's great!
    I would love to visit Don's Shire!

  • @suesmith4325
    @suesmith4325 3 роки тому +4

    For me, the Shire would be the ultimate camping spot. It has everything that makes camping so special. Beauty, tranquility, peacefulness, and congeniality. What a wonderfully fantastic place!! Whoever told you about the Shire has done us all a favor not to mention your brilliant filming skills.

  • @korean_foot_traveler8655
    @korean_foot_traveler8655 3 роки тому +1

    I've been touched by beautiful nature of Canada.😀👍👍

  • @baileydillion9331
    @baileydillion9331 3 роки тому +9

    What a beautiful campsite. Don is amazing.
    Thank you

  • @kellyb5980
    @kellyb5980 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you for sharing Don’s shire and showing us the beauty you can’t find along the way and showing him so much respect in how you presented his land.

  • @bolovanro
    @bolovanro 3 роки тому +8

    Regarding cemetery, in Romania we have one called "Sapanta" or "Happy Cemetery". with cheerful colors...and funny text on graves...for example, on one grave is something like "This is resting my mother in low...tree more days to live...I was sitting here and she was reading this, You who pass by here try not to wake her up at home if she comes to me again with her mouth, yes, that's how I behaved so that she wouldn't come back. Stay here, my dear mother-in-law.". All graves have similar text...and related to the way of living of the man...or the passion, his job or the way hi died...etc.. Unfrotunatly...is a little bit hard to drive a RV/camper from Canada to the est of europe :D

  • @herojh
    @herojh 3 роки тому

    Amazing quality all around Slim.

  • @peterpauwels4610
    @peterpauwels4610 3 роки тому +1

    Free camping with friendly dogs. How perfect.

  • @elsestelema6273
    @elsestelema6273 3 роки тому +1

    Our handsome Slim doing Slim things

  • @1fredricka
    @1fredricka 3 роки тому +1

    That was lovely and inspiring. Sharing his beautiful place! God Bless you Don. We need more people like Don in this world!

  • @lesliepolicastro8368
    @lesliepolicastro8368 3 роки тому +5

    How completely wonderful, wish there were more people like Don. Thank you Slim for sharing your adventures with us.

  • @mikepatton9537
    @mikepatton9537 3 роки тому +3

    What a great video, Slim! I loved the intro with the Tin Man! New Brunswick is a beautiful area and you certainly did it proud with the video. That seaweed wall was amazing. You've created a wonderful life for yourself, thanks for bringing us along for the ride!

  • @bobmanzi7712
    @bobmanzi7712 3 роки тому +3

    great stuff Slim, thanks

  • @mjm3852
    @mjm3852 3 роки тому +1

    What an awesome spot! We will definitely keep this place on our list of places to stay the next time we hit the Fundy shore area. What an interesting man and property. I have tried chaga tea; meh. I concur with your style of travel.

  • @peacefulwife5199
    @peacefulwife5199 3 роки тому +9

    Chaga is good stuff. I grind it and make tea. It doesn't take much. One thing, if you drink it too often, it will stain your teeth.

  • @Vic-dog
    @Vic-dog 3 роки тому

    This was awesome.

  • @larzybernard9617
    @larzybernard9617 3 роки тому +8

    What an enjoyable way to start my day. Thank you, Slim!

  • @wendingourway
    @wendingourway 3 роки тому

    A true place of solace...and the four-legged company ain't bad either! 😊 What a tremendous service to all who stop to stay awhile...perfect! Bruce and Otis

  • @sandragayle4806
    @sandragayle4806 3 роки тому +3

    I really enjoyed this video, I love interesting places to see and ones that have some history connected to them: Thanks💜

  • @deaconmn
    @deaconmn 3 роки тому +1

    This has to be one of my favorite videos you have made. Nature and real human interaction were so wonderful and reminded me of a time when such things were commonplace, and not so rare.

  • @pauloh3591
    @pauloh3591 3 роки тому

    Really enjoyed the video! 👍👍

  • @MrDukaman
    @MrDukaman 3 роки тому

    Wow slim. That’s the life. Don’t even know places like that exist your a lucky man ….Paul🔥⚒

  • @MAGA-kw3ol
    @MAGA-kw3ol 3 роки тому +6

    When my wife and I go camping we always try to take small two lane local roads,it’s amazing what you can find