Campground Harassment: Gun Laws, Safety & Security for RV Lifestyle
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Fearing for their safety & security, the RV Odd Couple could not call 911. Relying on their Emergency plan for protection, they tell the story of property damage, harassment, and intimidation. This RV Horror story could happen to anyone.
Due to the unsettling nature of events, the RV Odd Couple shares details of their Emergency safety plan to keep their RV safe from intruders. Part of their full-time RVing security plan involves researching the gun laws for all the states and counties they travel to. If you’re wondering how to travel with firearms, this video reviews RV gun storage & RV safety.
When considering the RV Lifestyle, safety & security is a major concern. For those considering RVing, this video includes lessons the RV Odd Coupled leaned in dealing with a life or death situation of an intruder for your RV safety & security plan. When someone is on the roof of the RV & your can’t call out 911, try these strategies. If you enjoyed this video about the RV Trespasser, be sure to subscribe to the channel!
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John Mercedes,
Multiple outside powerful emergency LED lights then you have significant advantage
and don't hesitate waking up the entire park! Safety first!
All the best! 👍 +
Yes, CCW permits are tricky. Florida doesn't honor California CCW permits either. Hmmmm🤔, political? Maybe?
+1 for US LawShield. Not just the bail, lawyer backup if needed but they have good training videos and stories on firearms.
Hi I’m Ellie Clapham I’m new
Can I have one of your donette powdered donuts please?
As a retired police officer, my word of advice would be, "It's much better to be judged by twelve than carried by six." Great video!
Amen and thank you for your Service Dan🇺🇸💚
I second that, thank you very much for everything you have done for the planet. You're awesome.
Retired LEO also, glad you made it to retirement.
I really enjoyed the video. As a born again Christian I commend you for being open about your faith! Don't understand how atheists and agnostics can be so cruel?They must feel guilty. Keep us the good work.
As a police officer YOU are a reason of the problem. "shoot first and ask questions later"???
This channel getting more and more and political and religious and the couple sound to often frustrated.
I thought this is an RV UA-cam Channel, but there are a lot better RV channels on UA-cam.
Channel unsubscribed!
One of the reasons I got a motorhome. Being a woman alone on the road, I want to just be able to drive off instead of having to get out and get in a truck
That a real good reason 👍😊
Searching for a class B for this reason. A tiny trailer is a better price but, I couldn't just get into the driver's seat if some scary situation occurred.
@@barbarawadkins6002 but, what if you are hooked up to things? You still have to get out.
You can get a perimeter alarm for when your camping to so your immediately aware when a person or well animal even enters your campsite.
@@robinj707 in order to not cause damage then yes but in a life andeath situation I don't think that would be your first concern
Hello, as a 911 dispatcher, and watching so many of your videos so far, i would like to say that if you have access to wifi as you mentioned in a prev video, then with some phones you can use wifi for making calls. Also, many states now have text to 911, so if you can send a text via your wifi, then you may be able to text to 911. Research the the city and or county you will be staying in and see if they have text to 911. Glad you all are ok and i am really enjoying binge watching your videos right now!!!
Great information! Thank you for sharing this Chantel
And know the address of the park.
There are also apps like text now that uses wifi
I'm also a retired federal law enforcement officer. I am extremely privileged to be able to carry my concealed Glock 19 in any state with my retired credentials and never have to obtain a permit, and while we are RVing, I'm always armed. We placed a small sign on the door of the RV that says "occupants are armed" in both English and Spanish. So far no issues.
Glad you all are safe and congratulations on taking responsibility for your safety, that's something many refuse to do. As a prior law enforcement officer and military veteran, I feel confident that I can protect myself and my wife. As I get older I realize a firearm is more important as I become physically weaker. You should always assume an intruder is armed, larger and experienced in grappling and striking skills. Never voluntarily give up a position of superiority to grapple. Create a PACE plan for everything. Primary, alternate contingency, emergency. You should assume there are multiple people that may be waiting to assist the intruder. Never expose your back to an unknown threat. Stay safe and God bless.
Thank you for your service! Appreciate the acronym PACE. :-) Makes perfect sense when you explain it. Unfortunately this is something we need to prepare for. Glad it wasn't any worse!
Been a firearms instructor for 30 years. You did a lot right. In many cases, you are your own 911. Kudos, you were prepared. Safe travel...
We have improved our plan due to the comments 😊👍
When my parents RVed, they met a single woman who would put out a Lg dog collar and chain a big water bowl and a huge pair of boots. 😂
Best thing to do when you're traveling, NOT give out your location. Glad things turned out for the best for you. Keep supporting Second Amendment.
You are right. We are no longer sharing our location. We are glad it didn't escalate. Thank you for your support and we will continue to be true to ourselves. Thank you for being part of the RV Odd Squad!
Yeah, I was going to mention this as well. I follow another RV UA-camr who had several stalkers come after him. He has learned to not give out his location until after he has left that location.
not giving out your safety plan would be a great idea as well...everyone knows where you’ll be looking out the window and you’ll make an easy target...everyone knows if your trailer is breached she’s going out the window and there could be 2-3 men waiting on her...change it up add lights to the outside and don’t tell your defense plan anymore
@@davidleeroth1968 I am sure that was just a couple things among the many safety plans they have.
Great video - thanks for sharing. About 6 months ago, from Amazon, I bought 4 solar powered bright LED lights with motion sensors. They are wireless and have strong adhesive backing that can be stuck anywhere. They're very inexpensive and work great. Glad you're safe - God Bless you guys.
Thank you for the tip Mark😀👍
California gun laws are why I don't go anywhere in California. RVing or otherwise. It's sad, but I won't go anywhere that has laws that protect criminals over law abiding citizens.
It's pretty sad Keith
Dam Democrats screwed us all
Bran sun20 got that right
California thanks you.
I live in California, we still have stand your ground law, you still have the right to self defense, camps are still considered your home , camping hunting etc. . New guns limited to 10 rounds , old guns can use what came with it example a 13 shot hi-power. It sucks but in can still protect yourself.
Thank you for talking about this topic...everyone is so afraid to address it. When I hit the road with my dog, as a single lady, I will be taking my Glock with me. I will research each state I plan to travel in.
Michelle, we're glad this video was helpful. Security in an RV is such an important topic. We will eventually do an update video that shares the fantastic recommendations that the RV Odd Squad has given us. But having a dog is such a good part of a security plan! :-)
I totally support you. And if you ever need to use it and I am on the jury you will walk free. Guaranteed.
We had a piece of sheet metal fabricated to fit and lock onto the lower rungs of the RV ladder to prevent roof access and protect the solar panels.
I always just take the ladder off my RVs. Then I park next to a wall and stand on it if I need to work on the roof or jump up top. You never know when kids might climb up there and start jumping on your roof🤷♂️, so better safe than sorry. As far as I'm concerned I never go back up there after I seal the roof. No need for roof storage if you don't own too much junk either. Also the rails and ladder cost in gas mileage. You'll notice less wind drag after removing them.
I would have a removable ladder and not park near a wall that gives them ideas.
@@Fayleafowl I meant remove the ladder. Then when you want to work on the roof, you just park next to a wall, get up there and work along it. I didn't mean to always park next to a wall, lol😊. As far as I'm concerned, we all never need to get up on the roof again after sealing it. 💁♂️
@Greg Bloomfield aw, that breaks my heart Greg! I'm sorry to hear that. But I can't completely agree with you on hating people though. Because I'm that little kid who used to jump on people's roofs 😏🤦♂️ As a matter of fact that's the reason why I took the ladder off my RV, was because of kids like me, LOL 🙄😁🙈
@@tygewellman5352 Yes that's true what qould you need to go up there unless escaping zombies jk so yeah.
Armed society is a polite society.
Did anyone else get distracted and hungry by the donettes on the frige, Yum.
Amen David! M is on a diet and soooo.....
Yes
Yes, especially on keto! 😂🤣🙈
Placement advertising, Hostess royalties 👍
Didn't until you mentioned, now I cut the video short and heading down to the grocery to get a bag.
This is exactly why I never leave home without my carry weapon
Yup! Thank you Barry
You might want to mention that all RV's use the same key for storage areas. Some of these doors, if big enough, allow access to the inside of the trailer.
Thank you Richard. We did mention this in another video😀
That's crazy!
Richard Snow Bullshit, fuktard
WHEN YOUR CAMPING FAR OUT,,,,,,,,,YOU ARE THE LAW !
Great Point! Thank you
Period!
Never tell anyone you have a weapon. If they are legit threat, then you just gave your hand away. The element of surprise is key in a conceal carry pull. Also, "cocking your gun" does nothing to scare an intruder. If someone knows you are there, they are likely on drugs and willing to do what it takes to get what they want. Know your state law, and if you feel an imminent threat handle your business.
Good advice! Thank you Zachariah💚
Two things pop out to me as a single female RVer and fellow CC permit holder. I understand you have a daughter so gun safety for you, and having one in the chamber at all times, may be different. But racking your slide loudly won't deter anyone. All that serves to do is give away your position which is horrible in an RV with such thin walls. They can just start shooting and you would never know where they were.
And the other thing that stood out to me is you went outside. When I first moved to the country, my first week there, I was startled awake by a huge bang. I didn't know if it was on the roof, the door, the side of the house, and my first instinct was to grab my shotgun and go out to investigate. Then my emergency management training kicked in and I thought someone could be trying to get me outside. It was pitch black on my property and they would surely have the upper hand with me opening the door. I made a pact with myself that night to never go looking for the fight and only engage if they entered or attempted to enter the home. I kept that pact when I moved into an RV.
I'm glad it worked out well and no one was hurt. I hope it never happens again. Safe travels.
You bring up excellent points. Racking doesn't really do much and staying inside is the ideal. But we are a 50AMP on a 30 AMP and the breaker popped. (scary) So he went out to turn power back on and check things out. But better advice is to stay inside!
If the truck you use to pull the RV has an alarm and, the alarm fob on your keys has a panic button press that. And your truck alarm will activate. We use that tactic once and two perps took off running like deer.
Yes, great advice
Great tip! Use your vehicle alarm to make noise.
We loved this one too Jeff!
Jeff Mueller thank you! I hadn’t thought of that. I’m traveling aloneand this will be part of my plan now! :)
My husband, a Vietnam Vet, anc I both have our concealed carry permits. Be sure you have USCCA insurance! My husband and I both have it and it covers each of up to $5 million, for attorneys, etc, I’m the event we have to use our weapons. In addition, we can download laws for wherever we are, take training courses on line, or at any facility near us. It will also cover me if I can’t get to my pistol and kill a creeper with a bat or my filet knife, lol!! Covers us both for a little over $600 per year. We have found a lot of peace in knowing that if we do have to resort to using our weapon, we know what to say to first responders (who will arrest you), and know that we have a squad of attorneys on the way!! BTW, only tell law enforcement that you are willing to fully cooperate and answer any questions as soon as you speak to your attorney, then shut up and let them take you in. Love your videos, didn’t mean to get preachy!! I’m so sorry you guys had that encounter, praise God you are all ok!! 😘
Hi Renea. First, please thank your husband for his service. And thank you to the family (because the family serves too) Thank you for the tips. That's actually one of the first things we looked into after this video. You just never know. Fortunately things didn't escalate. Thank you for the kind words and God bless you and yours!
never share your location till after you have moved on
Absolutely!
Might I recommend a bullhorn, extremely bright flashlight and a 12 gauge automatic with double-ought buckshot.
Motion lights and cameras help to see outside your rig and if someone walks up the light turns on.
Ordered some😀
My guess is they threw the rocks to prompt you to come out of the RV so they could attack you and gain access and do their “thing”.
Agree. It' was a threatening move that says "come out" . It was so scary!
I'm so sorry you had this experience. Good thing you stayed inside. I'm glad you're okay.
I thinked you hit it on the head - a ploy to get them out of their RV. Safe travels!
Funny thing happened when my family and I were living in India many years ago. Someone threw rocks at our house. This way thieves gave your defenses - dog, guns, etc. I would just unbolt the front door and lie in wait with my loaded 12 gauge.
@@noeldeal8087 you too
Great video. Very responsible and reasoned discussion of home defense. When seconds count, the police are minutes away.
Appreciate the kind words. We tried to talk as neutrally on the subject as possible.
Years ago, coastal Oregon, my wife and I were asleep in our old Winnebago Brave. Local teens (I'm guessing) came by and pounded hard on the side of the vehicle a dozen times, hopped back in their truck and drove off towards the sandy beach. I quickly recognized there was no real danger - just someone being obnoxious, but we still couldn't go back to sleep. I eventually moved to another parking lot.
Also, just something you should know. Do not call your firearm a weapon. Legally it can be used against you in court. Weapons are for killing. Only military are allowed to have a weapon, call it a firearm. Just legal jargon, good to know in California lol.
I did not know this. Thank you
RV Odd Couple, and never say you shot to kill (even if they were trying to hurt/kill you), say you shot to stop the threat- two to the thoracic cavity (chest), one to the head....never go for the head first, or it could be considered a mob-type assassin hit.
Mountain Top Adventures, always heard it referred to as a ‘defensive weapon’.....🤷🏻♀️
@@deltadaze6836 all good things to consider, especially in Cali.
And dont refer to the magazine as a “clip”. 🤪
WoW. Some people are just plain mean and evil. I'm so glad you guys are ok. We also carry our guns with us. Thankfully you you guys and the birds are all good. Can't wait for the next video.
Thank you Scott! Yes some people? But you're right luckily we are safe and that is all that matters!
must have been a democrat
Tossing the Rocks was a ploy to get you out side, glad it didn't work. Same thing if you hear a Kitten Meowing or a Baby or a Child Crying it's probably a recording trying to get you to come out side. Think 3 Times before running out to help~!!!!
Thank you for this😀
Was once in a parking deck and thought I heard a woman screaming in a parked car. Upon listening closer I could tell it was a recording and that someone was trying to lure people over to that area. Scary stuff.
These are everything I fear about RVing. I've seen to many scary movies.
@@emeliagomez9959 Enjoy your life the way you want, bad things can happen anywhere. Usually people camping or RVing are there to relax and are great people.
@@kkmiller63 You must be careful when listening too, like you say! I was working a horse mounted detail one night at a rock concert! I was riding through a parking lot, and thought I heard a woman screaming, and tried to locate where the screams were coming from! Understand, this was a rural area, not exactly or directly in a city, but a little outside, where sound will carry quite a ways. I spent about 15 minutes trying to locate those screams, when all of sudden it stopped! Well, after the concert, I was loading the horses into a trailer, and one of the other officers was telling a story about a young lady and gentleman who were in an area that was quite open, and while in the throws of passion, she got quite vocal, shall we say? And her voice apparently was being carried throughout the area, as some of the other officers had heard the same screams and had been looking for their origin! Well, the officer telling the story, embarrassed as he was telling the story, was more embarrassed confronting the couple when he came upon them, and informed them of what was happening and where they were! (I guess they had collected a bit of a crowd???) Anyway, the noise stopped, never to be heard again that night! I think the concert was Phil Collins! From a distance, it was pretty good! Up close? Not so good!
Oh my. These are the things that the Preppy RV You-tubers don’t share. Thank you. Thank you for sharing.
lmao. Thank you Chris! :-)
, New York law says if you are traveling across the state and can legally possess the firearm where you started and where you are going you can transport it legally with no issues, but if you stop in NY and spend the night at a campground or hotel, you are in violation of NY law and can be arrested if found with a firearm. So you cannot stay in NY if you have a gun in your RV?
Blue States.. grrrr....
@@RVOddCouple tell me about it...we want to leave our blue state of NJ because of this insanity.. can i ask u another question. How do you get your mail?.. always loved the idea of rv living, but that is one question i always have..
Some safety things to ponder.... Satellite phone, emergency satellite personal locator with two way communication.. Wireless Driveway alarm, you have a control box in your rig battery operated and you can add as many as 4 wireless sensors and each one has a distinct tone so you know which one is being triggered some of them are good for about 1/2 a mile away the batteries last a long time. I have one inside my shed right by the door in one on a gas grill covering my driveway hidden of course. I I've taken mine apart and put black fingernail Polish over the LED inside of the sensor so it doesn't give away its position at night.
Hopefully this helped
Buddy
When traveling to states that make it almost impossible to carry (either concealed or within arms reach that are loaded), I keep a large can of wasp killer near the doors and back ramp of the trailer. Some will argue that the wasp killer is more effective than pepper spray.
I respect your idea in regards to having the wife leaving the RV, but in my case I don’t like that idea. What happens if the person by your door is simply a distraction in hopes of getting the wife and kids to come out the other exit which is their plan and the main target. I would say stay together and have a good defensive plan in the RV. Also, yelling out you have weapon only exposes your position in the RV. I go by a simple rule, A gun in my hand is better than a Cop on the phone. God bless and take care guys. Thank you sharing your experience and glad you all alright!!!
You make some great points here! Thank you Luis😀👍 God Bless you
In this day and age I would never share my location on a public forum that's a recipe for disaster. Glad you're safe great RV great video 👍
You're right. We are no longer sharing our location.
I've heard some UA-camrs will share a location well after they are gone. Then hopefully they are not sharing publicly any kind of pattern in location choices. You never know what kind of crazy person might try to stalk you.
John-At about 10:05 to 10:10 you mention you went to the window and if they were coming in the door you would get a shot at them before they came in the door. WHAT IF IT WERE JUST A DRUNK THINKING IT WERE THEIR RV AND THEY WERE JUST TRYING TO GET TO BED?? Preconceived notions can result in some very bad outcomes. Planning is essential but each situation is unique and must be dealt with appropriately. Glad this was only a wake up call and no injuries resulted. As the famous Jeff Cooper once said, "Remain in condition Yellow most of the time." Aware but not paranoid of your surroundings. Enjoy you journey.
Great insight Greg! Thank you
We just got back from Yellowstone. We carried the bear spray for the bears and my 9mm for uninvited.
Good idea
@Jumbo Palumbo Thanks for the tips. I don't plan on traveling in CA anytime soon.
I carried bear spray more for people than for animals. Until I got my CCW ,now ,like you I carry both.
@Jumbo Palumbo 9mm hollow points wont go thru every rv in the park. Once they hit the first wall, they stop.
Hey guys. My hubby and i live full time (until recently) in an rv in las vegas/henderson nv in an rv park that just recently got new owners. But they've gone through literally 6managers in like 2 yrs. Same with their maintenance people. We are grandfathered in. But last year they removed a tree stump that was on my space by the water spigot. Well they unhooked our hose and did the removal when we werent there or notifying us. And then they hooked the hose back up. Even though we shut the water off at the spigot whenever we leave for an extended period of time somehow a water leak occured. Bottom line they didnt want to replace their spigot when they removed the stump so they just hooked our hose up to it. This is a problem because we didnt know that the valve in the water spigot is a faulty one. So even though we were shutting the water off and closing our tanks whenever we were gonna be gone it still had running water. I just realized where the problem originated from in May. The park told us that they arent going to fix the water spigot until we fix the water leak our rv has. Whats the best way to handle this situation?
Sorry to hear this. Keep the Faith
It was 1:45am We my wife and I, were sleeping, all lights off, its pitch black outside and inside. A loud knock on our side door woke us. "Please help me my brother is trying to kill me "I yelled through the door I am calling the police". There are only about 12 RVs here at Findlay SP in Ohio. No guard at entrance, honor system, anyone free to drive in. Sheriff got here in 10 minutes and said they talked to the group down from us and they heard nothing. (I Suspect it was them, 3 VW vans, same kind on 3 connecting sites) Cops came to us after and said that group saw nothing, maybe someone was just trying to see if anyone was in our camper to steal something. Side door was double locked but not the van passenger door. Learned a lesson there. We are still shaken. Didn't sleep the rest on the night. We do not carry, at this point.
Bear spray is legal everywhere. It will stop a charging bear. Available at any northern outdoor store. There are many UA-cam videos on its use. Do not accidentally use it in you RV. It will total your RV.
We hear this now. Thank you
And so is pepper spray in general.
You shouldn't need permission from government to be able to protect yourself or property
Very proud of you both! A great plan! Along with the loud challenge and noises, I’d recommend turning on all the exterior lights for a variety of reasons. Definitely pick a new campsite the next night.
Godly men have a hierarchy from God for loving/providing/protecting:
1. Love God first (He doesn’t need our protection or providence)
2. Love/protect/provide for our wives and children
3. Ditto for our extended family
4. Ditto for the family of God (our brothers and sisters in Christ)
5. Lastly, we are to love/protect/provide for our neighbors
You’re a tool guy, and guns are just tools-good men use tools for good purposes; evil men use tools for evil purposes.
Good work; you’re a good man, John!
Thank you John! Great idea on the lights and insights on protecting our loved ones. Thank you again!
I am a full time RVer and I am in California right now and my truck got stolen right from my RV spot and stay safe out there.
Yes sir, laws on guns different from other countries, but here aside from regular gun license we have another special permit to carry on vehicles for self-defense purpose being allowed since "our vehicle is an extension of our home" the law says so... I might as well say as my opinion, aside from cameras and sensor-spotlights around the RV why not try let one dog stay overnight under the RV, change shifting with onother dog every other day for deterrent when someone roams around or somebody gets to the rooftop...and nice one you got car alarm in case...and the best of all youve got a well-planned emergency SOPs...Nice video topic for the rest of RV neighbors!!
Thank you Jun! You are absolutely right! We are all responsible for our own safety. Thank you
It has been a while since I was a Deputy Sheriff Los Angeles County but you were and I believe still are allowed to have a loaded weapon in your campsite, it is considered a temporary residence. FIREARMS IN THE HOME, BUSINESS OR AT THE CAMPSITE
Unless otherwise unlawful, any person over the age of 18 who is not prohibited
from possessing firearms may have a loaded or unloaded firearm at his or her
place of residence, temporary residence, campsite or on private property owned
or lawfully possessed by the person . Any person engaged in lawful business
(including nonprofit organizations) or any officer, employee or agent authorized
for lawful purposes connected with the business may have a loaded firearm
within the place of business if that person is over 18 years of age and not otherwise
prohibited from possessing firearms . ***** (Pen . Code, §§ 25605, 26035 .)*****
NOTE: If a person’s place of business, residence, temporary residence, campsite
or private property is located within an area where possession of a firearm is
prohibited by local or federal laws, such laws would prevail
Thank you for your Service and taking the time to share this information with us Al. Much appreciated 🇺🇸
I was just going on here to write better by 12 than 6 but I see some other's have the same feelings. That's a good thing. If you're dead, the laws don't make a diddly of a difference.
I don’t have an rv yet, but i don’t post on social media about where or when I plan on going somewhere, i don’t even like telling many people in person where im going to be. Because it’s not safe, you don’t know who’s listening and who would want to use that information against you
I also am a member of USCCA and have been for several years. It was brought to my attention by a lawyer from Arizona, that in the USCCA policy, (section III, paragraph L) they can recoup/recover the amount of any payments made, if insured is found guilty. This attorney also noted that in about 95% of these cases, defendants are found guilty, usually of a lesser charge by means of a plea bargain. Now does that deter me from having this coverage, NO. It's better than nothing at all. But it is something to keep in mind. As a retired Correctional Officer, I would also encourage you to take some personal self defense classes. There are many classes out there that are very good for personal protection. My personal opinion, using great body harm/deadly force is a absolute last resort. You and only you must provide your own safety and security.
If I were to choose to live the RV life, I'd just stay in the "Red States"
CA was one of the most beautiful states we've visited. To each their own but I would encourage you not to let politics keep you out of anywhere.
@@RVOddCouple Not politics but self preservation. If you can't carry you might get hurt or if state is oppressive and you do defend yourself, you go to jail... So no politics,, just common sense. Traveling in Columbia is beautiful but dangerous. So is California. I don't spend money in blue state just because I don't support oppressive regimes. Side note, you can bring your gun into California???? HOW how did you do it?
@@SerasPhilly This is what was so tricky in the video. We had to do a lot of research about the laws. We share about transporting them safely, locked, and keeping the firearms separate from ammunition in locked containers when traveling. The laws have different requirements for when you're traveling to when you're camped.
We are blessed, this is reason for the right, to protect your life liberty and home!! It isn't as convoluted as some gov like to make it. If you and your children are in danger, what rights take over? I'm in "sticks and bricks" lol, learned that term from you guys today :) this is a great tutorial for anyone esp in the wild.
I live alone on wooded rural acreage, and have had prowlers, outbuildings broken into, theft, etc. I have a couple doggies now, and they are the ultimate alarm system, and I know the sleepless nights when alerted to trespass, have spoke to the dark, giving fair warning.. once found a machete next to my storage building/art studio behind my house. My daughter and her baby were staying with me, and we'd been doing a repair the night before, went out to get some tools, and heard something next to building.. having "more balls than brains" we two women went and circled the building, but of course didn't see anything, and went back inside house. I found the machete next to the bldg, when emptying a kitty litter box in a pit out back, yay for yucky chores, lol, but this confirmed we had not imagined things. I stand by the second amendment, and as a single lady, I claim my right. So glad you guys had the where with all and are alright. It takes being aware and prepared for the "elements" to be able to relax and enjoy the good stuff!!
We had someone knock on our motorhome door at 3am, saying help my brother is trying to kill me. Called 911 took them 15 minutes to get to the ohio state park we were at. Had no plans, We do now! Cop's never found anyone, there were only 12 sites out of 250 taken. I posted on FB, someone said some camper didn't want you to come back. November. I now have a CCW.
Good to see logical folks ready and willing to deal with serious security threats
Better to be tried by 12 than carried by 6 :) Thank you
Wow, how scary! I'm glad you had a plan - and that things worked out OK.
Thank you Wendy! It was terrifying!
I'm also a member of the USCCA and was a long time CA resident before going fulltime RV.
You are not correct as of 2020 about the transportation of firearms in your vehicles in CA. I've studied the CA codes for firearm transportation and even police often times get this wrong in CA as often times many police come from other States that do have ammunition locked container requirements...but not CA.
The ammunition is not considered another firearm while transporting your gun in CA. While true that you can't have your firearm chambered, loaded or with a loaded magazine inserted, you must transport a firearm in a "locked" container. However, you are not required to transport the ammunition in a separate or even locked, container. You can transport the loaded magazines (unloaded from the gun) in the same locked container you are transporting the gun in.
Also, the locked cabin of your 5th wheel while traveling is considered a locked compartment similar to a trunk for the purposes of transporting firearms. Mainly because it is illegal for someone to ride in the 5th wheel while driving in CA. It is also true that the center console of your truck or glove compartment, even if it has a lock, is not considered a locked container in regards to transporting a firearm. Also, there is no requirement in current CA law that says that a "locked container" carrying an unloaded gun and/or ammunition must be out of reach of the driver or any passengers in the car. Some other states have that requirement, but not CA...so far.
Finally, what you said is true in CA that once you establish a legal campsite location, that location then becomes legally defined as your temporary residence for the purposes of firearm carry and use. And it's not just in your trailer or tent, that area of protected 2nd Amendment rights exists outside such structures but within your define specific campsite area (i.e. Picnic table, campfire pit, etc.) However, that does not include any community spaces like a communal bathroom, showers, store, hiking trails or any place away from your formal campsite location.
Also, everyone should learn how to interact with police (ua-cam.com/video/d-7o9xYp7eE/v-deo.html.) Never admit to carrying a firearm in your vehicle unless it's obvious. Police have no rights to search your vehicle unless they have a reasonable articulatable reason to think you are committing, have committed or are about to commit a crime.
Whenever I have been pulled over by the police and they ask if I have any drugs or firearms in the care, I simply respond, "I have nothing illegal in my vehicle." Which is not a lie but it gives them no more information about any firearm I may, or may not, have in the car. If I tell them I have a firearm in the car, even if I'm transporting it legally, they then have the right to inspect it and you are just asking for trouble if you give them any reason to enter your vehicle. So far, "I have nothing illegal in my vehicle" has worked every time on multiple occasions.
Here's some information from the CHP website in CA:
"If you wish to transport a handgun during your California visit, it should be carried unloaded in a locked container. In the absence of a suitable container, you may secure the unloaded handgun in the locked trunk of a passenger car. Ammunition may be kept in the same container or trunk, but the handgun must remain unloaded with no rounds in the cylinder and no loaded magazines in the magazine well.” -CHP’s website.
Of course this post is not to be taken in leu of legal advice, it is only my opinion based on my research and my experience 30+ years in CA firearm research and being an avid gun rights and self defense advocate. You should do your own research and/or consult your own legal representation to determine the legality of your specific situation.
Excellent info! Thank you for taking the time to share. Laws change daily in CA
Thats the great thing about criminals, They bring rocks to a gun fight...lol Glad it worked out and Happy Trails!! CamperManDan....
It could have been worse. We're lucky! Thank you for the well wishes!
Recently began full time RV living, but have had our conceal carry permits for years now. Never leave home without it. Even a short trip to town I take it with me. Murphy's law will kick in the one time you don't take it with you and you wish you had. Anyone who condemns us for including firearms as an essential part of our personal safety equipment don't understand the reality of there being bad apples out there that would do horrible things to you or your family unless someone is able to stop the threat in it's tracks.
This was such good information!! thank you
Happy to help 👍😊
Just a quick thought. The rocks on the roof were likely to draw you out of the RV where they could get the drop on you. Stay inside, turn off all lights, be quiet so that you can hear where they are outside. Turn on exterior spotlights if you have them. Yell out that you are armed and have called the police, then quietly move to another location inside the RV. Exposing them with the exterior lights will give you the edge, and the bad guys will likely leave you alone. If not . . . you know what to do. God bless!!
You're 100% right. Lights and prevention are the best defense. Darkness makes for an easy target. We didn't share this in the video, but we have a 50AMP RV and we were in a 30AMP pedestal. John had to leave the RV because the power went out. Anyways, thanks for the support. God bless you and yours.
It’s never a good idea to broadcast your emergency plan.
Install flood lights on your roof and the four cardinal points of you RV illuminating the area around your RV. Additionally install two lights under your vehicle to assist your dog to see better and possibly scare off or temporarily blind criminals.
At the first sign of trouble turn on all of your lights.
Also, look into getting a satellite phone, they are life savers.
Great suggestions! Thank you👍😀
Stay out of California as a general rule...
CA is too beautiful to stay away Dan!
@@RVOddCouple No state is that beautiful....
New York too! Especially the city and surrounding areas! Crime is running rampid down there! Not so much upstate! Mostly downstate! And the mayor and governor aren't doing much to prevent it, either!
I've been camping in beautiful CA for over 35 years and have never had a problem. Yosemite, Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Lassen, Death Valley, Tahoe, Joshua Tree, Big Sur, Humboldt Redwoods, you can't beat it. I use common sense, preparation and caution everywhere I go and you can find problems everywhere.
The entire Left Coast is not gun friendly.
You should put cameras around your RV. That way you can see who is outside and around your RV. Glad you guys are ok.
Thank you, Ordered a few more
Perhaps motion sensing lights as well To scare them off
Yes, our security camera system send notifications with any movement to our phone and has night vision. Not only good for knowing what’s going on, but good to have the recording if needed for evidence.
I was thinking, when you get someplace to camp, perhaps put the phone number for police dispatch in your phones, so if 911 doesn't work, you can still contact police very quickly.
Thank you so much for this. My wife and plan to travel to the US (once the border reopens). I need to do my research to see if I’m allowed to bring one of my firearms with us and what the state rules are.
If you are in an RV, day or night and hear something hit the roof, 7 times out of 10, it's just an act of nature and you have nothing to worry about,branches falling, acorn's and sometimes critters.. especially if you are in an area where other campers are nearby..
The other 3 of 10 times, something hits the roof of your camper, not so cut and dry.
Out of those 3 of 10 times, 2 of them are likely to be thieves.. see, a thief has no desire for confrontation of any kind, they just want to get in, find the loot, and get out.
If a thief tosses something on top of your camper. He is checking for opportunity.. if he tosses the rock, then can hear someone inside, he has lost all interest in the job because he will have confrontation..again, he doesn't want that, so he will leave..
Now that last one.. that 1 out of ten breaks down into 2 groups.. .5 and .5
One of these guys threw the rock or whatever to cause confusion and distraction while he checks the door handles.. he already knows you are inside...
The other tosses the stone to figure out where you are located inside the camper..
Placing his ear against the camper wall, hen tossing the stone while ear is against the wall give very good acoustic sound and makes it easy to determine location.
Both of these last two guy want to hurt you..
One maybe just knows you have valuable items on board and are willing to attack you for it, the other possibly someone you met at a nearby gas station or shopping center, someone who preys on travelers..
These last two guys didn't simply show up and decide to attack and loot your belongings.. they have watched you for at least a day or two, they might have even spoke to you a few times.. studying you for weakness and possessions..
They have an idea of your capabilities and are ready to exploit them..
As stated in the above video, owning a firearm is very important for many reasons, but first and foremost.. you must be able to use it and know the outcome and destination of every shot fired. Don't start shooting at every noise you hear in the darkness.. you have got to be calmer than your intruders..
It is also helpful to use outside lighting that will cast shadows back at the camper.. it will give you the advantage of knowing where your intruders are located and makes it easier to track their movements.
You want to have a place inside your camper where you have a decent view of all windows and exits.. never shoot at someone outside of your camper unless they are actually firing at you.
If you find yourself in a situation where someone is going to get shot, do not fire that round unless that intruder is inside your camper and you believe he intends to harm you or your family.
If they are outside if your camper destroying your property, it's best to document the attack rather than using your gun to stop the destruction.. in some cases this does not apply.
If the intruders are trying to damage your ability to flee such as cutting your tires or cutting break lines.. then yes, you have to defend your ability to flee if necessary.
I would suggest one shot near them, between that person and the property they are trying to destroy.. after that first shit, verbally command them to move away and warn of a second shot with intent to kill..
Some states, yes.. this is illegal.. make sure to know the laws of the area you are in..
But for me personally.. I would much rather spend some time in jail, than to watch my wife, my kids.. be killed, raped, and God only knows what else.
The most important thing is to try to stay calm.. if you are calm, you will make the right decisions and not need to worry about breaking laws.
Dude, I'm thankful for you, your beliefs, and you guys keeping it real. Also, I'm a new RVr and your videos are awesome! You've helped me tons.
God bless both of you.
Happy that we can help Christopher😃
God bless you as well
Fascinating discussion. Thanks for sharing. In that situation, my first thought probably would have been how to deal with the inebriate outside while I move the RV to a more serene nearby location, such as a hospital or church parking lot. Over-reacting and needlessly shooting someone has some very serious consequences.
It was a scary night Ken. We learned a lot and have a new plan. Thank you
You can carry Pepper Spray, and a Taser, I have a mini Fog Horn, a bat and if you have a Gun make sure you have a Gun Locks & A Safe. I love the car alarm!
Thank You coming from such knowledgable people such as yourselves makes a difference when I’m RVing one thing that really was distracting for me was that bag of donuts on top of your fridge 😊
Happy to help and missing my donuts lol
sounds like you need a satilite phone. Its honestly NOT a good Idea to go out and look for the "bad guy".
1. they pretty much know you will be coming out of the main door.
2. if its dark, their eyes are already better adjusted to the light. So suprise will be in their favor.
3. once your door is open, you have NO more safty barrier.
4. you shouldnt COCK your gun to intimidate , you should already have a round in the chamber, because you may not hadve the time to cock the gun if the intruder rushes you.
5. In MOST states its illegal to "shoot them when they get on your front steps" as you said. Most states they have to have gained acces to inside the residence. You " shooting them" on your front steps could have gotten you locked up.
Things you could have done.
1. use your truck key fob and set off its factory alarm. Start your truck so the lights come on.
2..turn outside lights on. honk the horn.
3. if you have outdoor cameras, have them on or have some installed. ( look around using them)
4. ALWAYS have a plan ( like you said, take gun safty courses, and have your family members trained too) Practice , practice, practice .)
5. Use your satilite phone ( get one) call 911.. ALWAYS know your location.
6. this is for the others in the family... DONT LEAVE IT UP TO ONE PERSON TO SECURE EVERYTHING... I was quite disturbed to her Mercades went back to sleep. You need to watch each others back. Even if that means staying awake all night.. Once the sun comes out and its safe. Move to a safer place ( large parking lot etc...) and sleep there.
7. Even the young kids need to know the plan so they know what to do and where they need to move to or what area to lay low in. You don't what to be tring to listen for the intruder while kids are crying, or asking " what do we do". You need to focus on the threat.
8. Try to stay away from windows ( this is one reason cameras are so helpful. they give you a way to see out with out peeking out a window). the intruder my be trying to see where you are.
9. This is one reason I prefer a Class A, Class B or Class C over a pull behind. if you are in danger of an intruder etc... you can just drive off... if you are in a pull behind, you literally have to go out in possible danger, just to jump in your truck to drive off. IF your truck is even hooked up to your tow trailer.
just a few tips.
My profession is High level protection
HAVE A PLAN AND FOLLOW IT, WORK AS A TEAM.
Im glad you all are ok.
Ever thought of a C.B / Small Ham Radio...For Emergency uses...
Channel 9 is Emergency channel..
Just food for thought...
Enjoyed the video and 1st time buyer guide ...Which I am...Doing my Homework...Thanks Guys..
Thank you for the suggestion NUT. We are doing our homework on the ham radio.
I dont care about any thumbs down or people think they know bettter( Captain hindsight) I just wanna say thank you for being honest about your experience and giving your honest opinion as an educated guess as to why it happen. this is helpful to all those like me who want to get into RV life and NEED to hear these things.
Yes!
I saw your other video when you said you had 2 fire extinguishers. Most people don't realize what a good self defense weapon that is. For those that don't have a firearm, or don't feel comfortable with one, a fire extinguisher is great. You pull the trigger to spray them. That gives you time to either escape or use the extinguisher now as a club.(2 uses with 1 item).
Everyone must remember if you have a gun you must be prepared to take a life. Just having a gun to scare someone won't work. To many dopers out there that will try to take your gun away and use it on you.
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Many years ago, at a residence, not in an RV, I had an incident. I called the police. They said, I am sure he will go away soon. I said, you do not understand. I have a 12 Gauge loaded with 4B buckshot, a modified choke and it is about 12' across the room. If that door opens, I will guarantee he will not have a chest left. The police were outside in 90 seconds! Hmmm. Must be they hated paperwork.
That’s awful. I don’t care what your difference of opinion is regarding religion, politics or anything else. People should be able to have conversations and discuss their differing views. I differ from 80% of the American population with my view of religion but I’ve never done anything like that. I can disagree verbally but taking physical action is just infantile and criminal. I never thought of my truck alarm. Great idea! I do carry and am licensed but I’d rather set off my alarm first to try and scare them away. Great video.
Agree 100% Lori 😀 Thank you
#2 shotgun shells would be messy & ohh my the repairs. Starting truck great idea!
Remote fob was a great idea that we found...! Thank you
I used to do security work at night in Angeles National forest somewhere in Soledad canyon and I have 3 spot lights (two1 million & one half million candle power) and 6 cell maglite and enough to scare people to turn back away when I shoot their faces with spot beam light, where I position my truck in the front gate of the road heading to the ranch. I have bullet proof vest, tear gas & pepper spray, batton, 9mm & bb gun and a security blinker on top of my truck. I would say it's good for you guys to get yourself a bullet proof vest each to wear and buy yourself a high lumen led flash light and spot light and maybe a yellow-orange round security blinker if you allowed to install it on top of your RV. If you can, try to install a cb radio on your RV for emergency calls and install surveillance cameras w/ built-in light (for color video at night) with dedicated monitor tv for close circuit viewing so that you see where the enemy/perpetrator outside. I'm new to this channel and I hope you can read my suggestions.
Someone stole my GF's camera at an RV campground! Another camper lost his generator at the same campground! Of course, the staff didn't care.
Castle doctrine? There's an obscure gun law in Commiefornia concerning fishing or hunting licenses. It is what it is.
You guys are great.. You mentioned you phone didn't work.. Make sure your phones have the wifi calling is enabled.. That way you can have phone services..
Thanks for the tip! Thank you David
I'm sorry y'all had to go through that. people can be so stupid and mean at times...
Did you say that people got upset because you said GOD???
I pray that never happens to y'all again. We'll be PRAYING for GOD to protect you kids... Be blessed in Jesus name... BBE..
Thank you so much for your prayers. We are grateful it wasn't worse. Thank you. God bless you and yours!
Amen!
Yes there is a war against Christianity and God going on all over the world. The main stream wont cover it.
Bobby Baldeagle Amen!!!🙏🏻💙🙏🏻💙🙏🏻💙
I live in Canada. It's been over 20 years since I was in the States. I have no plans to ever go back. There are just too many people with firearms. Here we have very strict laws on gun ownership. I'm 67 and have never heard of anyone at a campground having a problem with a break in. I have a battery powered water pistol with filtered lemon juice. Really powerful and shoots a good distance. Have used it on aggressive dogs. Very effective. I suppose if an aggressor saw that they would laugh. Not so funny if their face is soaked in lemon juice. Pepper spray is illegal here. Motion detector solar lights are a good idea too. You guys be safe. Once borders are open again, it would be nice to have you visit Canada.
Sad world we live in where the mention of God would make someone resort to violence! Glad you are CCW holders. Good luck to you!
There are still many more good people than not😀 Thank you Cheryl💚
Speaking of key fobs, I have used the Panic button and tell many elderly and single women to use this to sound the alarm...let people know nearby that something is wrong with that annoying alarm. Late at night, it will get a lot of attention if it continues to go off. I sleep with my car key at night when I am alone, and it's the first thing I will do, secondly I have my 911 button to call the police, and thirdly, I have a weapon and plan on using it if necessary. When the kids are camping on our property, because we have a lot of coyotes in the area, I've told them to give the little ones the spare on a wristlet for when they have to go to the bathroom, or come up to the house at night for anything, along with a flash light. If they come across a bear, coyote, or intruder on the property, the key fob/car alarm will get all of our attention, and probably scare off the animal/animals too. I definitely plan on using it when we are using our RV camping, for the same reasons, to scare off anyone or anything that means to harm us, and to alert others that something is happening on our site.
So, after the rocks were thrown with you being VERY QUIET you never heard the truck drive away but you heard it idling earlier???? WTF??? I would have busted out of the door and far enough away from the camper so if there was somebody on top of it they could NOT have just jumped down on top of me - but be assured, if someone did jump down in my direction, it would have been the last thing that idiot would have done in his life!!!
The BIGGEST thing you need to do for your self defense plan is the draw a quick MAP of what is around you at every new campsite, such as trees, buildings, lakes, fields, WHAT-EVER!! AND THEN post that map just before you exit the main door of your camper, to REMIND YOURSELF of what and where every thing is. That way, if you do go outside, you KNOW where "cover is" in case you need to get behind something in a hurry!!! (as in they are not afraid to start shooting at you so THEY can get away)
And not dismissing someone else, but if you want to add cameras like charlie12590 suggests, it "might" help if your family has to go to court to listen how you were murdered, but I'd (being a retired Lieutenant from the sheriff's office here in Iowa) put that camera money towards EXTRA AMMO AND MAYBE AN AR-15 in .300 Blk caliber and 30 rnd magazines (6 at the very least) and make sure to practice until you can do a mag change in less than 5 seconds. THEN, I'd say you have a good self defense plan. NOTE - women AND men shoot straighter and better using an AR-15 under stress than a handgun, AND YES, this is a FACT!!
But also knowing that you do have weapons, STAY AWAY from commie-Kalifornia, New York and Illinois, and you should be OK.
I'd like to thank you for your service. We have a lot of LOE's in the RV Odd Squad. Appreciate you sharing your suggestions- especially the mapping idea. It's so important to be aware of surroundings, and as RVer's our surroundings are constantly changing. We're grateful things didn't escalate. Thank you fo sharing this!
That's a good start Sir ! "Dutyfirst"
@@RVOddCouple whats a LOE?... LoL oh LEOs :-)
Any law that is repugnant to the constitution of the United States is null and void by LAW... the right to bear arms SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED. Get a lawyer, and tell them all the shove it
We purchased insurance
Spend the money to buy high quality flashlights, at least one or two. Such lights are often referred to as “tactical” flashlights. I prefer 1000 lumen brightness. These lights not only allow you to see well and far into the darkness but they also “blind” a perpetrator and make it difficult for them to see you well. A good light provides you a tactical advantage.
Great information. Perhaps portable motion lights and cameras.
Great tip Gary 👍😊
You can shoot threw the trailer walls lol... nice video thanks for sharing. always keep armed to the teeth. The More criminals die the more the word gets around.... Leave it to the democrats to Make us not be able to defend ourselves in our own mobile homes.
LOL...Thank you John
Great vid. Thanks for sharing that. Easiest to call county sheriffs dept and ask what the laws are because even certain municipalities are stricter than state. They are more than happy to explain. Glad you guys are ok.
I'm not going to give any opinion about gun ownership because that's not always the best way to make friends, but have you considered investing in a satellite phone? Your video is making me consider it for my future travels around the European mainland and I just think it would give you more options when in a bad situation.
Giving it serious consideration. Bought self defense insurance 👍😊
They threw rocks on the roof then noted who came out; if anyone, to investigate. Their interest was either theft of property or sexual assault. This is a bold tactic and clues you in that this person is a practiced criminal. Strong enough in the upper body to be able to throw heavy rocks on a roof. It's a man in a truck. The RV park should be seriously concerned about this and follow up. You had been parked in same place for weeks so he had been observing your RV for a while.
The experience was terrifying but we learned a lot from it and our plan is even better now.😀👍 Thank you for making some great points to consider. We learned more from these comments (RV Odd Squad) than anything else.
My first question would have been is: Did you report this incident to the RV Park's Management or to the Police or both? This may or may not have been an isolated incident and the Park's management should have been informed of it! While you were staying in that park, did you ever see Law Enforcement Presence in the park at any time? Many times, the Park Management would(should) welcome a police officer to patrol through their facility, if for no other reason then to instill some sense of security in those who are occupying campsites. Or in the event of an emergency, the police would have an idea of where to respond to, within the confines of that park! But this is in relation to when you are camping in an RV Park! It would be a whole other story if you were out somewhere else in Nature, and something like this happened, and you definitely had no way of contacting the authorities! THEN, I would say that you would be within your rights to be prepared to protect yourself in anyway possible! What else are you going to do? And like it has been said many times, "When seconds count, the police are minutes away!" And looking at it from a cops point of view, I would have been ready to protect myself, and my loved one(s), and faced the music afterwards! You just never know what is out there! It could have been an wild animal looking for something to eat, or a criminal looking for an easy mark to hit! Then it would be up to you to determine if it was in fact a criminal, and if he presented an Immenent Danger of Serious Physical Injury or Death to You or Another Person, to be JUSTIFIED in the use of Deadly Physical Force to STOP the crime that is occuring, once he or they entered your RV! And I am finding out through research, that RV's are considered a second home, in many states and the IRS! Burglary by definition is: When a person, unlawfully enters a building or DWELLING at night with the intent to commit a felony therein! A building, in addition to its ordinary meaning, includes any structure, VEHICLE, or watercraft used for overnight lodging of persons. Where a Dwelling means a building whish is usually occupied by a person lodging therein at night! Hope this legal mumbo-jumbo helps! But still report the incident to the authorities and or the park management regardless!
The person/s that you encountered used the rocks to see if they got a reaction from the interior to indicate occupation. They've done this before. One cheap method to use especially if you're isolated is to purchase 4 driveway alarms sold at Harbor Freight that run off a batteries. You set the sensors outside around 4' in height on each side of the RV. The alarms are just alert box's that can be set on quiet or loud. The are all wireless and cost around $15 each. They have a wide field of view and will pick up movement at quite a distance. I used them to protect a warehouse area in Baltimore and they never failed. The sensors are weatherproof. You just have to change the batteries occasionly. At 4' of height you eliminate any wildlife setting them off. You can mount them using Velcro type fasteners and take them off while driving or just mount them permanently. At the warehouse I would be sleeping and the field of vision would be compromised and the sensors would wake me up so I could monitor the video cameras. Having those sensors allowed me to literally chase off prostitutes, burglars, drug addicts and others with ill intent. I used them for five years there and still use them on my personal property facing inwards from the property line to only go off if they are on the property and not walking by on a public street. The nice thing is that the all run off the same frequencies so you dont need multiple alarms, just the sensors even though each box gives you the complete set-up. No programming. Just put in batteries and turn on.
Great info Jon! Thank you
Great tip! Thanks!
Thank you for the information.
You just gave the best suggestion I've heard in a decade for living isolated rurally, as a single older woman, while on a fixed income. I've given up manicures, salons, and buy tools and honor my parents who left me this place. It's a lot of work and takes investing everything I have, to maintain and repair, besides what my grandbabies need, of course :) and I have had to deal with trespass and material losses, etc, and so many suggestions are out of my reach or just ineffective. The wildlife, mostly my kitties, took up my game camera footage when using it by my house. Surrounded by woods, these items from Harbor Freight sound doable, thank you very much!
We have those and they are really good. I think they’re called “Guardline” for our home and they work flawlessly, are inexpensive and didn’t have to change batteries for over a year.
I am a retired US Military Police. I do not understand why there are 728 thumbs down/dislikes on this video. We all have a right to protect ourselves against unwanted visitors.
Another loud noise which annoys bad people is the sound of a weapon going off. Sometimes it scares them to death.
As a retired NYC law enforcement officer you guys did great. I probably shouldn't say this but the element of surprise is the best defense. I would add Cameras to the RV as well as the truck. ps those white powdered donuts on top of the frig was very distracting.
Thank you for your service! Appreciate your feedback on our plan. We're rethinking that part of it due to comments like these. And yes, the donuts are part of our channel. Notice how they were full, then empty, then full. Whoever threw the rock must have taken our donuts. :-)
If they were chocolate donuts then I would have been distracted. Nomadic Fanatic recently installed another camera set up on his new rig if you want to check that out.
charlie12590 😁😆🤣
i haven't laughed so good till reading your comment thanks
Hey i can dig it about the donuts!
Why anybody votes Democrate with all the madness coming out of that party is befudling to me.
Blue state, red state means absolutely nothing to me when it comes the safety of me and my family. If I have a weapon I'm gonna use it. I'll deal with the consequences later.
Agreed but we still check the laws. Thank you
lin juan love ur statement!
I agree red or blue IDC. If I'm there it's not a gun free zone. I carry everywhere I go. My family's life is my responsibility and we will deal with what's next after they are safe
Do not attempt that in New Jersey, JUST SAYING
This is why we can't wait to leave New York.
Never, never ever publicly disclose your security plan, your weapon situation or your emergency exit plan
Thank you! New Plan Mike👍😀
What this guy said. As per your video everyone now knows you have weapons with you and you conceal carry. And since your in Cali your ccw does not apply so now I know that your weapons are either in your truck or trailer.
Clocks ticking. Running out of time to get an AR 15.
Buy a machete. You never know when you'll need it "hiking" 😉
@@tygewellman5352 Can I get one that's semi-automatic lol?
Common Big Foot activity to toss rocks. Not sure where they learned to drive.
LOL
lol I thought of that as soon as I saw someone threw rocks. They were in Sasquatch country ;)
I always travel with a satellite phone, ever since we drove through the desert, it works everywhere.
Yep, that is EXACTLY what I was thinking. I have first hand experience....