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Switching Gears RV Diary
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Registrace 27. 12. 2023
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Hi, we're Mark and Paula. We travel with our Pup, Sadie The Camouflage Dog, and our toy hauler, Miss Kitty. We look for outdoor adventures and love learning about the history of an area.
We appreciate a variety locations and share with you all the things we learn about each new area we see. We love exploring the West with its large smorgasbord of boondocking locations and small towns with a story. Or you might find us exploring state parks in the East. Please join us so you can enjoy the adventures too!
Hi, we're Mark and Paula. We travel with our Pup, Sadie The Camouflage Dog, and our toy hauler, Miss Kitty. We look for outdoor adventures and love learning about the history of an area.
We appreciate a variety locations and share with you all the things we learn about each new area we see. We love exploring the West with its large smorgasbord of boondocking locations and small towns with a story. Or you might find us exploring state parks in the East. Please join us so you can enjoy the adventures too!
Things to do and History of the Shelf Road, Phantom Canyon on the Gold Belt Tour
Completing our time in the Cripple Creek Mining Area, we took the 66 mile loop through Canyon City. Our trip started and ended in Victor, Colorado. We found that there is an incredible amount to do on this scenic byway. We scouted out camping areas and passed by several interesting areas that we linked below. Both the Shelf Road and Phantom Canyon has interesting history as well as great scenic views.
00:00 Introduction
0:33 The Shelf Road
4:04 History of the Road
5:02 The Shelf
7:18 The Shelf Road Recreation Area
8:02 Campgrounds along Shelf Road
11:32 Garden Park School Building
12:14 Garden Park Fossil Area
13:08 Phantom Canyon
14:45 History of Phantom Canyon
16:50 Boondocking along Phantom Canyon
19:37 Why is it Called Phantom Canyon?
The Bank Campground
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/274414
The Sand Gulch Campground
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/261780
Shelf Road Recreation Area
www.blm.gov/royal-gorge-fo/public-room/map/blm-co-rgfo-shelf-road-recreation-area-map
Red Canyon Park
www.canoncity.org/facilities/facility/details/redcanyonpark-14
Out of the two routes, the Shelf Road was much rougher, steeper, and narrower.
Oil Wells Flats Trail System
www.mtbproject.com/trail/4221967/oil-well-flats-trail-system
Garden Park Fossil Area
www.blm.gov/visit/garden-park-fossil-area
canoncity.org/594/Garden-Park-Fossil-Area
Dinosaur Flats
www.blm.gov/royal-gorge-fo/public-room/map/blm-co-rgfo-dinosaur-flats-map
00:00 Introduction
0:33 The Shelf Road
4:04 History of the Road
5:02 The Shelf
7:18 The Shelf Road Recreation Area
8:02 Campgrounds along Shelf Road
11:32 Garden Park School Building
12:14 Garden Park Fossil Area
13:08 Phantom Canyon
14:45 History of Phantom Canyon
16:50 Boondocking along Phantom Canyon
19:37 Why is it Called Phantom Canyon?
The Bank Campground
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/274414
The Sand Gulch Campground
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/261780
Shelf Road Recreation Area
www.blm.gov/royal-gorge-fo/public-room/map/blm-co-rgfo-shelf-road-recreation-area-map
Red Canyon Park
www.canoncity.org/facilities/facility/details/redcanyonpark-14
Out of the two routes, the Shelf Road was much rougher, steeper, and narrower.
Oil Wells Flats Trail System
www.mtbproject.com/trail/4221967/oil-well-flats-trail-system
Garden Park Fossil Area
www.blm.gov/visit/garden-park-fossil-area
canoncity.org/594/Garden-Park-Fossil-Area
Dinosaur Flats
www.blm.gov/royal-gorge-fo/public-room/map/blm-co-rgfo-dinosaur-flats-map
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Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum/Blanding Utah
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Take a quick view of a hidden gem in Utah. This museum highlights the life of Ancestral Puebloan (Anasazi). The full trip can be seen on our 1000 mile trip through Utah. czcams.com/video/iDFh3QGC7VM/video.html
Scenic Drive/Gold Camp Road/Cripple Creek Colorado set to Calming Music
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Relax with us for a bit. This was filmed on a rainy afternoon by Cripple Creek Colorado
The History and Sites of Victor Colorado/The City of Mines
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Just four miles from Cripple Creek, Colorado lies what's left of a Colorado boom town. The explosion of gold mining in the late 1800s went almost as fast as it began. In its day, Victor was quite the place. We explored its fascinating history and learned that the area had so much gold, the city was literally build on miles of gold mines and the city was paved with gold. Sounds like a fairytale,...
Scenic Drive Up Pikes Peak Set to Calming Music
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Drive with us as we climb Pikes Peak, America's Mountain. The drive is set to calming music.
History and Things to See in Cripple Creek, Colorado
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We're visiting an area of Colorado neither of us have ever been, Cripple Creek, Colorado. How on earth did we miss this great little town that has a powerful claim to fame. The Cripple Creek Mining District came to the mining party a little late, but far surpassed the claims of past gold rushes. Why we don't hear about this bit of history, I don't know. The town is quaint. It's like stepping ba...
Scenic Colorado Drive//Cripple Creek to Montrose Set to Music
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This beautiful drive takes you from outside of Cripple Creek, Colorado to Montrose, Colorado. 0:00 CR1 0:13 CR11 0:58 Hwy 9 1:10 Hwy 50 3:11 Monarch Pass 4:46 Blue Mesa Lake
Manitou Springs/Cave of the Winds/Pikes Peak
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We're in Manitou Springs, Colorado, just minutes from Colorado Springs. This quaint little hippie town is bursting with personality. Visiting the interesting little shops and tasting the springs that gave the town its name, but our favorite things to do was going to the Penny Arcade and Museum to play some of their vintage games. We also make the trek up the the Cave of the Winds to take the to...
Scenic Drive 1000 miles in Utah set to Calming Music
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Traveling 1,000 miles, this trip highlights to best of Utah Highways. 0:00 Hwy 191 0:21 Hwy 95 2:44 Hwy 24 3:38 Hwy 12 5:01 Hole in the Rock Road 5:25 Hwy 12 5:50 Kodachrome State Park 6:39 Hwy 12 6:57 Hwy 89 7:45 I70 Check out the full video which includes the stops taken on this trip. czcams.com/video/iDFh3QGC7VM/video.html
Scenic Drive With Calming Music/Grand Junction Colorado to Denver Colorado
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Scenic portions of I70 between Grand Junction, Colorado to Denver, Colorado.
Colorado's Newest Hip Town/Ridgway
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We're in the quaint Colorado town of Ridgway. This little gem has a story. It has overcome several obstacles and is now becoming Colorado's new hip town. We visit their town and museums and explore the surrounding areas. It is one of the most beautiful places in Colorado and can be explored without all the crowds. Ridgway State Park czcams.com/video/ECaEd9yN6HA/video.html Silver Jack Reservoir ...
Iconic Free Campsite at Owl Creek Pass in Colorado/OHV Trails
zhlédnutí 168Před měsícem
Come along with us as we take you to one of our favorite mountain locations in Colorado in the San Juan Mountains. We were able to camp at an Iconic campsite with fantastic views and share multiple places to disperse camp. The trails we take are our favorite to date, and we show it all to you while giving you a touch a history. Come along! Vista Point 38°10'50.0"N 107°37'14.0"W Deb's Meadow 38°...
Free Colorado Camping/Excellent Fishing and OHV Trails
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Our good friends fill us in on a fly-under-the-radar camping spot on the Uncompahgre Plateau. The campground is free and the fish are eager to be caught. It is an excellent place to bring kids. We also spend 2 days exploring several different trails in the area. We'll show you both 50 inch and full width trails. Two of our favorites went through steep canyons and gave us great views. I also tal...
Travel Colorado Springs/10 Things to See
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We're in our favorite Colorado City visiting some familiar places and adding some new ones to our list of great things to see. We start by stumbling upon a quirky restaurant that fit the theme of our next spot, Trip Advisor's Best of the Best Museum, The National Museum of World War II Aviation. We also went to another spectacular location in Colorado Springs, The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. It's on...
The Best of Our US Travel this Year
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This week we recap, by category, the best of our travels this year. We covered approximately 12,000 miles and experienced hundreds of things. Here are the related videos to things mentioned in the video, enjoy! Honorable mentions and our favorites can be found in these videos: Paddling- Silver River czcams.com/video/dnLVGme_cpU/video.html Merritt Mill Pond czcams.com/video/b2DSWCAFYZ4/video.htm...
Reflecting on a Year of YouTube Travel Vlogging While Traveling Home
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Reflecting on a Year of CZcams Travel Vlogging While Traveling Home
Travel to Branson Missouri/Land of God and Country
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Travel to Branson Missouri/Land of God and Country
Rules for Safe RV Planning While Driving Through Kentucky, Illinois, and Missouri
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Rules for Safe RV Planning While Driving Through Kentucky, Illinois, and Missouri
Nashville/More Than Just Country Music and Bachelorette Parties
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Nashville/More Than Just Country Music and Bachelorette Parties
Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg/The Great Smoky Mountains Travel Video
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Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg/The Great Smoky Mountains Travel Video
Traveling Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee
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Traveling Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee
Things to do in and Around Savannah, Georgia
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Things to do in and Around Savannah, Georgia
Traveling St. Mary's Georgia Area/Crooked River State Park/Fort Clinch State Park
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Traveling St. Mary's Georgia Area/Crooked River State Park/Fort Clinch State Park
Traveling Northeast Florida: the St. Augustine Area
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Traveling Northeast Florida: the St. Augustine Area
10 Best Stops on The Ormond Loop: Florida's Most Scenic Drive
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10 Best Stops on The Ormond Loop: Florida's Most Scenic Drive
10 Cheap Things to Do in Ormond and Daytona
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10 Cheap Things to Do in Ormond and Daytona
Things to do and Towns to See in Central Florida
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Things to do and Towns to See in Central Florida
Silver Springs State Park, Paddling the Silver River, and Glass Bottom Boat Tours
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Silver Springs State Park, Paddling the Silver River, and Glass Bottom Boat Tours
Paddling the Santa Fe River, Ichetucknee River and Exploring O'Leno State Park in Florida
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Paddling the Santa Fe River, Ichetucknee River and Exploring O'Leno State Park in Florida
Exploring the Suwannee River and Surrounding Area
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Exploring the Suwannee River and Surrounding Area
Another awesome video. Such beautiful scenery so well photgraphed and a ton of useful information. You guys always come through. Thanks a million.
Thanks, Steve. I really want to go back to the Canon City area. Already planning the trip in my head. Ha Ha
Beautiful scenery. Thanks for sharing.
@@DianaKirby3 Of course. I loved the drive.
A hidden gem, indeed!
It was practically empty. I love not being in crowds, but I was wondering why there weren't people here over a holiday weekend.
@@SwitchingGearsRVDiary It might be a case of not enough promotion. Perhaps more people would visit if they knew it was a choice.
@@chrismis2062 Although this stretch of Utah Hwy. isn't as popular as some, it is stunning...kind of the road less traveled I suppose. Someday I'd love to return and check out the state park there. This was just the museum.
What make and model is your ATV?
It is a CF Moto ZForce 800
@@SwitchingGearsRVDiary thanks
@@olegig5166 Anytime
Excellent information & video! I love living in Victor, so it’s nice to see others enjoying it as well. 😁
I am always so honored when someone from an area likes the video. It is such a wonderful area. I love areas that are packed with interesting history and beauty. I am also a big fan of small towns.
How cool to see some more of Dambo's Trolls! Here in Chicagoland, we enjoyed his Troll installation for quite a while at the Morton Arboretum from 2018 to 2021. One of them even stood overlooking the major Interstate highway, I-88. Like you, I enjoy exploring a good, old cemetery. I like to imagine what those people thought about or dreamed for their lives. It's too bad that one has gotten so scruffy, but it seemed the grave monuments were still in excellent condition which, to me, keeps those people's memories alive.
So glad to know I'm not the only one that likes cemeteries. It was a bit scruffy for sure. Since there is less than 400 people who live here, I suppose that is expected. Many people consider this a ghost town. Thanks for keeping me going with your comments.
Loved the Irish music set to the drive. Very dramatic.
Yes, I love it too. Thanks
What a cool town! I loved all the beautiful brick architecture coupled with that Old West feeling the town has. It's interesting to me that I didn't know anything about this historic gold mining town, and yet it was the most prosperous of them all. Thank you, as always, for the great tour and history lesson; it's why I enjoy your videos so very much!
Isn't it lovely!! I really love this place. Knowing the history just makes it all the more interesting. I always look forward to your comments.
This was very nicely done! Thank you so much for getting our history out there in such an inspiring way.
I'm glad you feel this way. It is such a beautiful town and the people are wonderful. It really pulled on my heartstrings. I was honestly surprised that I never knew this incredible story before coming here. The town is much more than just a place to gamble.
What somg is playing on the ferry chapter please. Great video
By Your Side by Justin Lee. I'm glad you like the video.
Love your content.! Also where can I reserve any of these spots? Thanks for your videos
I'm so glad you love our content! The camping spots in this video are dispersed camping. The National Forest Service has designated this area for camping. They offer no services and are free to the public. No reservation is required. Simply find a spot that has an established fire pit (a dug out area surrounded by rocks) and you're set.
Thanks for the excellent video. We drove up Pikes Peak Road in 2020. There was a lot of construction at the top for the new Visitor center & forest fire smoke reduced visibility of the valley. Glad to see it's finished. Next time we'll use the Cog Railway. Georgians..
The Visitor Center and with the overlooks certainly improved our visit this time around. We had some haze from surrounding fires as well, but still had a great view. We had friends and family take the cog railroad and met us up there. If you decide to take it next time you're there, try to find out which side gives you better views. They told us one side was much better than the other and the seats are assigned, meaning once chosen you can't switch seats.
Wow! You had a perfect day for going up Pike's Peak! When we tried it way back when I was a kid, we weren't so lucky - clouds socked in the top. Oh, well. I got to see what we missed on your lucky day!
It was a little hazy from the fires in the area, but wow, what spectacular views from up there. I’m guessing clouds at the top may be common. The last time we were there it was cold and windy. This was a much better experience. As always, thanks for coming along for the ride.
Great video
Thanks!!
Gosh, what a beautiful area, and one I'd never heard of before. It's definitely going onto my list of places to visit if I ever get back to Colorado. Very interesting information about Dennis Weaver, too. I remember him well from watching McCloud as a kid and always thought he was just an all around good guy. Now, I have even more to admire about him! (I also really liked the last piece of music you chose for this video!)
You're always such an encouragement to me! I think Ridgway is one of those places that people drive by to visit the more popular areas nearby, but it is such a gem. I hope you can make it to Colorado sometime soon.
Brings back some great memories from my roadtrip back in ‘22. Utah os probably my favorite state and HW 12 my favorite road. Thanks ❤
Love, love, love Utah.
Beautiful drive.
Yes, so beautiful.
Took family photos here! It’s beautiful! Great video, I’ll have to visit more of the town.
This would be a spectacular place for photos.
Good video. It is a beautiful part of the country. Another good funny at the end. 😄
Thanks. I'm so glad you like the dad jokes!!!
Excellent job showing the beauty of this town Well done…. Thanks for sharing
I'm glad you liked it. I feel this quaint little town is often overlooked. People drive past on the way to more popular locations in the area, not realizing what a beautiful place it is.
Gorgeous area! The trails looked very challenging, to me, who has zero experience with off-roading, but it was perfectly handled by your excellent driver! What a perfect place to spend a relaxing and inspiring vacation.
These are our favorite mountains. The video doesn't even capture how beautiful it is. We love our little Julius and the adventures it take us on.
Hey y’all. Thanks for the video. Is the fourteen day limit per campsite, or per trail location. Can one move just to the next campsite a few miles away and stay in the same area for more than fourteen days? How close was the nearest dump station to where y’all were? Thanks again. Have a Wonderful time
Great questions. Each area can have different rules, but in general both National Forests and BLM land has a 14 day stay limit within a 28 day period and 20 mile radius. We use the Maverick Station in Montrose (31 miles away) because it is free.
The band shell and the clock tower are landmarks.. Many a free summer concert.. Lived here for nearly 20+ years.. I wouldn't mind a 'bucket' visit.. Kinda miss it..!
It truly is a wonderful area. So glad we came.
The weekends, we're you would find me.. Always an adventure..
Sounds like good memories.
I really enjoyed watching your travels.😅
I’m glad you came along.
Very nice location and so close to home
Yes, a good place to get away for a few days, or even an afternoon if you live close enough.
Mark and Paula, thank you for another great video of your traveling adventures. Sorry about the mix-up on our directions. Oh well it adds another dimension to the story.
You and Diana were certainly the stars of the show showing us that great fishing spot. Thanks so much for letting us film such a cool spot. I'm looking forward to many more adventures with the two of you, showing others the gems Colorado, Utah, and Arizona have to offer.
What a lovely guide to Colorado Springs. I have long wanted to visit Garden of the Gods, but now I know of several other points of interest to see if I ever make it there. Thank you!
We just LOVE Garden of the Gods. So many wonderful things to do in Colorado Springs. We didn't show a lot, so I'm sure there will be a part 2 someday. Thanks, as always for watching.
Great video. Thanks for the info and the ride.
Glad you came along. Always good to know you're by my side.
I really like your videos just the way they are! I find them calming, informative, and beautiful. Please don't feel like you need to conform to some supposed "normal" of YT vloggerism. It just isn't so. I hope your time back home is relaxing and rejuvenating for you both, and I'm looking forward to your next set of adventures on the road, wherever they may be!
You're always so encouraging. Thanks so much for that! I'm feeling more comfortable with what I'm doing. The comments have helped me get there, so thanks. We are enjoying being home. Filming in our home state has been great, and I can't wait for you to see what we've been doing.
Hey cousin, reeeally enjoyed the videos! Encourages me to start thinking about getting out there again.
I hope you do. We are always up for travel buddies!!
All I can say is WOW! I was born and raised in Galveston county and I learned all kinds of things watching this video. Thank you.
This is wonderful to hear. I'm so glad as a native that you could find value in the video. I'm sure you could teach me a things or two about the area. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the video. Makes me want to go to Branson to check out the college. It is a beautiful part of the country too. About how long after you are in a location, until you post a video?
Thanks for watching. How long after we post depends. Sometimes it one or two weeks. Sometimes it's six or seven weeks.
We are enjoying your videos. Just enough information to get the curious out and traveling and experiencing new locations and people. I enjoy the “dad” jokes at the end of each episode. 😂. Have a Wonderful time with the newest grand baby.
Thanks for the encouragement!! I'm glad you like the dad jokes at the end. I was just wondering just today if many people make it that far. They're corny, but I laugh anyway.
Nice,!!! Thank you for sharing, yous videos are so epic and relaxing!!! We enjoy and,…. the info you you take the time to provide to us!!! all!!! And the editing ❤️❤️ we ❤️yall! Stay safe n Blessed! Daddy-n daughter
Thank you! I'm very glad you're watching.
What a great video and adventures. You did such a good job on this one, I feel like I was there. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks. I’m glad you’re watching. Hopefully, you’ll make it there someday soon.
That area is so overpopulated now
That was the first time we’d been there. We certainly enjoy the less crowded areas of Florida. We did enjoy our time there.
I appreciate the side views. So many are just the road ahead. Those are liked, but side views are nice change.🙂
Thanks for noticing. We wanted you to see what we were seeing along our drives. There is so much more than the pavement ahead. It takes a little more effort, but I think it is well worth it. Glad you're watching. Welcome to the channel.
Too bad you missed the Ocean Star. All the stuff you showed can be seen just about anywhere, slightly different flavor for sure, but how often does one get the chance to on what had been an actual off-shore oil rig????
Sorry you didn't find value in the video. It's funny you mention Ocean Star Oil Rig. It was high on our list of museums to see for the very reason you mentioned. But, like I said in the video we were having so much fun with all of the free things to do there, I decided to chill and just enjoy the, as you put it "flavor" of Galveston. Happy travels.
Those atriums were outstanding! I've always thought of Nashville as a traffic-filled city on the Interstate that I had to go through on my way from Illinois to Florida every summer. Now, I know of many places in Nashville - outside of downtown - that look very interesting! Thanks!
I was very impressed by the atriums. If you go, parking at the Mall will save you $10 in parking fees. Nashville seems to be a popular stop between Florida and the North. The Campgrounds were full of people from the North heading home. You know traffic is our nightmare too. I'm glad you found something that you'd consider worthy of going to here.
I loved this vid! That area and the park have a very special place in my heart, and it was great seeing it again through your eyes; thank you!
That’s great to hear!
Thank you and have a great weekend 😊 sincerely Ms Suzanne
To you as well.
Savannah is beautiful!!!
Yes! Definitely our favorite city.
Love the Cimarron's! I had no idea the waterfall existed on the middle fork, that looks awesome! Will have to visit next time I’m out that way.
Aren't they beautiful!! My happy place for sure. Long time ago there was a sign to the waterfall, but at some point it was taken down. Happy travels.
I love Galveston so much!! I have been there 5 times, and am planning my 6th trip this September. I still haven't seen nearly everything that I want to see there. It's by far my favorite vacation spot. Thank you for this video -- I didn't know about the fort park on Bolivar and have never taken the ferry. I think this next trip, that will be on my list.
I'm so glad you found something valuable in the video. Have fun on your next trip! There is soooo many things to do there.
Your video is very beautiful. Your video needs SEO. Then your views will increase
Thanks for the tip.
Thank you Mark and Paula. I get so much joy from your fine videos. I can travel from my easy chair!
Thanks, Steve. We are glad you come along with us.
We lived on Galveston back in the 70s when my husband was stationed there. It's one of our favorite places. We try to visit every year.
It seems very nostalgic when we visit places we lived long ago. You'd be the expert on this video. Any places you'd recommend?
I really enjoyed this week's vlog! It was a great combination of history and scenic beauty, as well as an excellent use of both video and still photography. Well done! I had never heard of Washington Oaks Garden State Park, but think I need to put it on my list of places to see the next time I visit Florida. It was truly beautiful and I can't resist those magnificent Live Oaks! Thank you for sharing your journey!
I'm so glad you're still watching and enjoyed the video. Your comments are much appreciated. Washington Oaks Garden State Park was a nice surprise. I'm with you on the Live Oaks, SOOO beautiful!
We were having a stressful day and needed something calming to watch. Steve said put Switching Gears on. So we did. But I got 6 calls and had to restart each time so I turned my ringer off 😂
Thank you for what you are doing. We love it.
Great channel. I love your video editing and design! I went to Galveston and well and made some videos. czcams.com/video/srsTiMaZj_I/video.html
I have lived in Fort Worth most of my adult life. Visiting the stockyards is a step back in time, but so is the bars. If you’re looking for a fight, then this is the place to go.
Ha Ha. Thanks for the warning.😂