Exploring Abandoned Ghost Towns In New Mexico || Off The Beaten Path Trucking Vlog

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  • čas přidán 22. 05. 2022
  • It is not often we actually get to learn about the towns we drive through while trucking. I tried to make that a priority this time. I did my research and I share with you what I've learned during my trip. Let me know if I should do more of this. I also shared some tips to combat drowsiness when trucking. Don't be afraid to pull over and stretch your legs! Happy trucking everyone!
    Resources:
    Encino, New Mexico
    elchuqueno.com/city-of-dust-en...
    Vaughn, New Mexico
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vaughn,...
    www.ghosttowns.com/states/nm/...
    Rosewell, New Mexico
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roswell...
    Tatum, New Mexico
    newmexico.hometownlocator.com...
    Plains, Texas
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plains,...
    www.tshaonline.org/handbook/e....
    www.texasescapes.com/TexasPanh...
    www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=73468
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Komentáře • 488

  • @innaminute523
    @innaminute523 Před 2 lety +38

    I drove OTR for 7 years, and driving thru small towns was the best part about the job. I also enjoyed the open road, especially out west, but having grown up in NYC, the small towns always fascinated me. Stopping in small towns and speaking with local shop owners and residents gave me a great appreciation for the people in my country.

  • @terayon
    @terayon Před 2 lety +53

    Im loving this happiness by the “historical” mile 😂 please keep your vids coming! I love them all 😁😁

  • @leomcavoy5770
    @leomcavoy5770 Před 2 lety +2

    🇺🇸 There is so much fantastic scenery out west, just amazing! And it doesn't hurt at all to have a very soft sweet voice to narrate the journey!! Happy trails 👍🤙😉

  • @jasb78
    @jasb78 Před 2 lety +3

    OTR felt like the earth was constantly spinning under my wheels and I was just standing still. Always wished I could stop and explore and talk to the locals. Much appreciated this video.

  • @peggyudden8814
    @peggyudden8814 Před 2 lety +2

    Shelby, you are truly an artist in how you show the world the life of trucking from your and Dakota's perspective. You provide so much information to those of us that are in other parts of the country that don't know the experiences that you have. We love your videos with travel information! You are truly talented! Take care, be safe!

  • @richardrogers8254
    @richardrogers8254 Před 2 lety +14

    Wow, Shelby's face at sunrise 😍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Love these travelling videos; great for someone that doesn't get to to see a lot of the country. Keep rolling. 😀

  • @davidkelly7314
    @davidkelly7314 Před 2 lety +2

    There nothing wrong with only one meal a day, that was an amazing sunrise😍 that was so cool about all those small towns and the information you gave on them, please do more small town in future videos it’s really interesting. I also agree with you about stopping and taking regular breaks when you feel tied and just walk around for a bit. Can’t wait to see your next video ❤️

  • @garywilson12
    @garywilson12 Před 2 lety +1

    i moved to albuquerque 3 years ago and am trying to learn all i can about its towns, so this was so interesting to watch and learn about, thanks so much for all your efforts in making these videos, they are much appriciated . thanks!

  • @richardrodriguez9098
    @richardrodriguez9098 Před 2 lety +18

    That is so important to listen to your body and know when to move especially after eating. It helps digest your food and moving seems to give you some energy!!💪🏻 Love your videos, keep them coming !!!♥️

    • @conradheinlein8495
      @conradheinlein8495 Před 2 lety +3

      Great video. Good music. Hats off to a beautiful woman driver. Your story is always told well. I would be your online boyfriend anytime.

  • @bluenative75
    @bluenative75 Před 2 lety +1

    Good video! You also drove through the Navajo Reservation at the beginning of your video. It's nice to see home again and also the town of Vaughn when I worked on the pipeline back then. Thanks!

  • @BigT962
    @BigT962 Před 2 lety

    This was awesome! Love the in depth facts about these areas

  • @allancunningham8146
    @allancunningham8146 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video, Shelby!! I love the new addition of the stories and info about the towns you go through! I look forward to seeing your next video!!

  • @janebeuten6071
    @janebeuten6071 Před 2 lety +8

    I love the direction you are taking with your videos Shelby! Thank you for the beautiful scenery and fun facts 👍🏻😃 Can't wait to see where you are headed next. Be safe and give Dakota a big hug 🤗🐕🐾

  • @dschmitt3373
    @dschmitt3373 Před 2 lety

    Shelby, I love your vlogs so much! Please keep them coming. Stay safe!

  • @jrb.bostonma
    @jrb.bostonma Před 2 lety

    This was such a cool video Shelby, I like the style a lot, the trips through the small towns were a lot of fun. Safe travels

  • @tonynagy2042
    @tonynagy2042 Před 2 lety +5

    It's always interesting to learn about small towns. Great to see all the cool spots you're showing us. 🖖👽👍. Cheers Blessings🙏.

  • @chriswatchingponies9877
    @chriswatchingponies9877 Před 2 lety +2

    Love it ! I'm glad that you still enjoy driving.
    Love the info and the stories about the small(er) towns in the country. I've been doing a lot of vacation-inging and road-tripping in the US.
    Just meeting all these weird small places is something that i will remember until my end of time.

  • @mjlomax2
    @mjlomax2 Před 2 lety

    Your videos are always a joy to watch.

  • @PyroDestruction
    @PyroDestruction Před 2 lety

    That was Awesome Loved It Shell Keep at it Girl Love them Vids 🤪🤪💪🏼

  • @gregdiiamond3899
    @gregdiiamond3899 Před 2 lety +5

    I can only handle driving 4 hours before I need a break. I love going through small towns. I love history and learning new things. Safe travels Shelby and I did enjoy this.

  • @dennisonline9680
    @dennisonline9680 Před 2 lety

    A good video Shelby!!!! Nice to hear about the small towns you pass through!!!!!!! 💖💖💖💖💖👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @marksierpinski2943
    @marksierpinski2943 Před 2 lety

    It is great to see you back be good.

  • @CelebrityStuntman
    @CelebrityStuntman Před 2 lety +1

    Really enjoyed the towns and history! Keep doing this when you can, please.

  • @leohernandez1240
    @leohernandez1240 Před 2 lety +1

    You are what inspired me to start truck driving 👍🏽 obtained my license about a month ago and so far I’m having a blast driving around and still learning, thank you so much 🙏🏽

  • @spowers3298
    @spowers3298 Před 2 lety +7

    Hey Shelby! Glad you're staying safe. Trust your intuition! If it doesn't seem safe avoid it. We're ingrained in being nice to people. If you get a bad vibe, listen to it and get yourself out of the situation asap. Take care and keep the videos rolling. Love ya!

  • @danlindberg1917
    @danlindberg1917 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow! Did not know these places existed! (except for Roswell) This was great, looking forward to more!! Thank you!

  • @adriannetea4447
    @adriannetea4447 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for the video,it was really nice to see those place where you was.Wish you all the best!

  • @npvj5687
    @npvj5687 Před 2 lety

    Yess you made my day ! Glad your ok and back on it. Miss you buddy Dakota with you. It’s cool to see and know about those little un known places. Keep on trucking 🤘🏻

  • @lisalamb2375
    @lisalamb2375 Před 2 lety +1

    I love your historical tributes of the small towns you are going through. Keep it up.

  • @robertlittlemore2477
    @robertlittlemore2477 Před 2 lety

    Really like the atmosphere you are creating with the new vids aswell as the insight. Life is a journey and being a truck driver really brings home the point. Future is ahead, past is behind you. Happy to join you for the present. Safe journey until the next time..

  • @williamozment959
    @williamozment959 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Shelby I love the scenery that you provide Keep them coming

  • @catman13131313
    @catman13131313 Před 2 lety

    i love the happiness by the “historical” mile, please keep them coming

  • @TheKindredTrucker
    @TheKindredTrucker Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Shelby!! Some great advice in this video!! As a new trucker I always appreciate when a seasoned trucker shares words of wisdom about taking stops when you need them. It's so much smarter to take those small breaks and keep your brain fresh ... I don't think we even realize how much we might be missing when we get into that boredom-tired-hypnosis state!
    Also on the food things ... I was a personal trainer for a long time and did a lot of nutrition coaching. I gave some bad advice when I didn't know better, but I've evolved and learned and I've come to this conclusion: everyone is a little different, and you should do what works best for YOU. If you feel well and remain healthy on one meal a day, then that's fine! And on the part about walking after you eat -- that is EXCELLENT advice for anyone. Light exercise after eating stimulates natural insulin production, which helps us metabolize food and balance our blood sugar.
    I'm sharing my experiences on CZcams too and always appreciate your influence as a more experienced female trucker in this space! Looking forward to seeing the next one!

  • @S.Lim_Innovations2LC
    @S.Lim_Innovations2LC Před 2 lety +1

    Love the history of small towns... especially the first settlers and families adapting to the place. Very interesting. Thanks for sharing Shelby. You're a beautiful individual. Contents are great. 👍👍

  • @frankbernotimm3031
    @frankbernotimm3031 Před 2 lety

    Tanks for these incredible pictures!

  • @milesj6064
    @milesj6064 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the video, I always love to learn about the history of towns, especially if they have some interesting things happen in their past. keep up the good work Shelby

  • @joemendiola880
    @joemendiola880 Před 2 lety

    Yikes! That stretch was so cute 😍. Keep on trucking girl. 🚚 great videos btw 👌

  • @stewieuk1276
    @stewieuk1276 Před 2 lety

    I liked the video! Keep it coming’! Stay safe out there!

  • @rolfsinkgraven
    @rolfsinkgraven Před 2 lety

    Great video and loved the info about the old small towns, safe travels.

  • @deejaystump
    @deejaystump Před 2 lety

    Just watch it again really felt the love you show in your blogs, that's what makes you who you are as a person. The joy of your travels across that lovely place you call home like your sun rise clips keep doing that makes me smile

  • @garybaughman7099
    @garybaughman7099 Před 2 lety

    Great video Shelby!

  • @ScottyRules33
    @ScottyRules33 Před 2 lety

    I enjoy the interesting facts about the small towns. Great video, Shelby!

  • @lichin11
    @lichin11 Před 2 lety

    You are definitely one of the most intellectual people in the trucking business (probably in any business), Cheers from Austin, TX!

  • @sativacation
    @sativacation Před 2 lety +7

    I really enjoyed this one, Shelby. It is always a pleasant surprise at the end of my day when I jump on CZcams and see that you have posted a new vid. I like the direction you’re taking, exploring the small towns. I came up through New Mexico and Utah last week, so beautiful. Thank you for continuing to inspire. Days like today I get a little flustered and frustrated but all it took was watching this video to realign my enthusiasm for the job. Safe travels, look forward to seeing you again!

  • @radarlover77
    @radarlover77 Před 2 lety +3

    I love the added history to your regular content. Keep being amazing Shelby!

    • @RiverRatWA57
      @RiverRatWA57 Před 2 lety

      I didn't care about company policy, I carried while on the road, nothing says 'Wrong Truck' like staring down the barrel of a .45 or a 12gauge, just say'n.

  • @benmassey3808
    @benmassey3808 Před 2 lety

    Awesome Vlog. That's a great route and lots of good information there.

  • @alexrincon5162
    @alexrincon5162 Před 2 lety

    I love it and with more history happy by the mile good job 👏

  • @user-ke5yb5mj3x
    @user-ke5yb5mj3x Před 2 lety +8

    Fun facts are always fun 🤩 history lessons while truckin

  • @shawnmcdermott6583
    @shawnmcdermott6583 Před 2 lety

    Good to see you posting again. I was going to reach out to see if you were ok. Glad to see you recording again. Be safe out there!

  • @dk_vayrac7162
    @dk_vayrac7162 Před 2 lety

    Hi Shelby. Liked the video. It's always exciting to hear about the places you pass by. You are welcome to make more of those. Greetings from little Denmark.

  • @jpmerrick8886
    @jpmerrick8886 Před 2 lety

    We love you so happy your posting again hugs

  • @xvariabledesign
    @xvariabledesign Před 2 lety

    This is very cool to watch how you take care of yourself and make an effort to learn new things along the way. Thanks for sharing your journey.

  • @billyford92
    @billyford92 Před 2 lety

    Tea tea 🤣🤣 let's keep it G rated Shelby! Love the videos! Stay safe

  • @DirtBoyTrucker
    @DirtBoyTrucker Před 2 lety

    I love the footage. It's the way I used to do my youtube channel. It's just nice to throw in while voicing over with interesting facts. I think your brand of trucker chronicle is unique to you and young people interested in this life will really get what is possible. Our days are full of frustration mixed with site seeing. You put a positive spin on every detail which helps me cope with my own day to day headaches. Appreciate you dear, be safe... And keep being you

  • @dangregg3189
    @dangregg3189 Před 2 lety

    It's beautiful. I have always loved the Southwest. The Desert is beautiful the nights are amazing. Yes keep this up. I will watch forever.

  • @davidsayner9609
    @davidsayner9609 Před 2 lety

    Great Video Shelby,very interesting

  • @dsalazar8565
    @dsalazar8565 Před 2 lety

    Love the history of the small towns. Great idea. It gives the personal touch as if we are team driving together.
    Thank You

  • @allisonsherman7231
    @allisonsherman7231 Před 2 lety

    I like the small town idea and the videos where the person is driving👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
    Happy and safe travels!!!

  • @GrovelandJohn
    @GrovelandJohn Před 2 lety +2

    Cool video. I enjoy hearing about small towns

  • @robbie71w
    @robbie71w Před 2 lety

    I love it! You ended so close to my tiny town in Texas! Fluvanna! Happy Trails!

  • @johnhickman6362
    @johnhickman6362 Před 2 lety

    Hi yes I enjoy the history lesson been threw those towns on trip that I took but didn't stop to see them good to see you back good luck

  • @marklohmann6267
    @marklohmann6267 Před 2 lety

    Love history and you did a good job on this as usual.👍

  • @bastinevalencia1778
    @bastinevalencia1778 Před 2 lety

    Watching your videos feels I'm watching a documentary from netflix because of the quality of your vid is so so good and your content is perfect. Keep it up and ride safe!! 🙏

  • @paulhoffman3994
    @paulhoffman3994 Před 2 lety +1

    So CZcams demonetized my favorite video hook line and sinker.. their passets for that by the way. So I came across your channel moments later and you’re the new one. Please be as good as the one I just left thank you and all endeavors to you…

  • @ericschaefer6769
    @ericschaefer6769 Před 2 lety

    I enjoyed the fun facts of the small towns!!

  • @Tom-ku5kd
    @Tom-ku5kd Před 2 lety

    I must say I enjoyed you talking about the towns. As me I like learning about history and different parts of our country or different parts of the world. But keep the vids coming they are AWESOME

  • @pegleg9281
    @pegleg9281 Před 2 lety

    Living this new style of historical small town America. More please.

  • @victorhugotl6481
    @victorhugotl6481 Před 2 lety +1

    Just gonna say Dakota and Shelby stay safe and just keep on giving us the inspiration of not giving up and to always have a smile🙏🏻😎. That first little town was said to be haunted🧐.

  • @joshuasallee7509
    @joshuasallee7509 Před 2 lety

    Good to see a new video on your adventures. Stay safe n keep her shiny side up n rubber side down.

  • @jeremyg3695
    @jeremyg3695 Před 2 lety

    That's fun and interesting hearing about small towns. I never get tired of riding down the road seeing the views either. I think it satisfies my craving to be out on the road again! A little. 😉Thanks for taking us with you! 👍

  • @markgibson76
    @markgibson76 Před 2 lety

    I always enjoy your work

  • @matthewsiglow5815
    @matthewsiglow5815 Před 2 lety

    Being a lifelong railfan and brand-new Amtrak employee, I've gotta say thanks for the little bit of railroad history!

  • @thewatchmen4920
    @thewatchmen4920 Před 2 lety

    Great video. Safe travels 🚛💨💨💨💨

  • @Pharphette
    @Pharphette Před 2 lety

    I love seeing more of your personality and interests as you continue to vlog 🙂

  • @kellygriffith1773
    @kellygriffith1773 Před 2 lety

    Awesome
    enjoyed this very much
    keep on truckin

  • @scottcbarlow
    @scottcbarlow Před 2 lety

    Good to see you putting out new content. Would love to see you and your content more often though. My wife and kids think you are so super cool because you're a small women driving such a big truck. Anyway, please keep it all coming. And, stay safe.

  • @cbrrob1000
    @cbrrob1000 Před 2 lety +1

    Really enjoyed this, well done. Love seeing and hearing this history of the small towns.
    I can’t believe you don’t conceal carry, I’m a six foot two hundred and fifty pound man and I wouldn’t traverse those truck stops at night without a weapon.

  • @Tswift8913
    @Tswift8913 Před 2 lety

    Love the stretch was so adorable love ya Shelby 💗

  • @andretanoe4368
    @andretanoe4368 Před 2 lety

    I like it. Seeing small towns with the stories/histories. probably also about places with beautiful sceneries. 👍👍😁

  • @jeannietelles
    @jeannietelles Před 2 lety

    Chai tea is so amazing !! I love it 😍

  • @coolridesusa3200
    @coolridesusa3200 Před 2 lety

    This is fantastic not only do you teach us about truck driving but you also now get to teach us about the towns and cities that you go through which is really cool because some people they'll never get the experience any of that myself I've been all over the United States so I've seen a lot but I still have never seen planes Texas LOL or Roswell New Mexico which I actually want to go to someday and check it out 🙏😎

  • @joezubrzycki5782
    @joezubrzycki5782 Před 2 lety

    Definitely do more like this video; driving through and showing the small towns! I do that whenever I have the time on the load and my 70, but I mostly stay east of I35. Stay safe out there!

  • @morrischandler5072
    @morrischandler5072 Před rokem

    Yes I enjoyed the town visit!

  • @ronschmitt2495
    @ronschmitt2495 Před 2 lety

    Another awesome video keep the great content coming 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸God bless and Stay Safe

  • @neosonic199
    @neosonic199 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for the historical lesson, you have to dig deep to learn the lore of the land.
    I like to enjoy the scenery as well, why is one of the reasons I like driving to places I’ve never been to.

  • @patrickbrink7859
    @patrickbrink7859 Před 2 lety

    That was so cool! 😊

  • @petgranny194
    @petgranny194 Před 2 lety

    Visiting small town USA is very fun. Thanks for sharing your ride.

  • @kimandtheboys
    @kimandtheboys Před 2 lety

    nice job Shelby keep on trucking girl your awesome and keep the shiny side up stay safe

  • @BlaineThomas
    @BlaineThomas Před 2 lety

    Nice my home state featured in the vlog. I like your style of vlogging. Soon I'll have my vlog started just need to learn the new editing software. Safe travels down the road.

  • @bigdeal6852
    @bigdeal6852 Před 2 lety

    That was really cool !

  • @josephalexander3884
    @josephalexander3884 Před 2 lety

    I very much enjoyed this video. Keep up the great work. Your cinematography is superbly stunning. I thoroughly enjoy the sunrises and sunsets as well. This is an amazing nation, but we frequently only see a minute portion of it. Fantastic travelogue. Your health segment was informative and appreciated.

  • @lifetimetrucker5744
    @lifetimetrucker5744 Před 2 lety

    You do great videos love them keep them up the states that you go to I have been there also myself I drive a truck myself so it's cool to revisit those States on these live streams try to watch your videos when I can if I'm not busy myself cuz you know how that trucking life is 😆 keep on shifting gears and slapping rears be safe out there 🤘🤘

  • @Barry_Harberson
    @Barry_Harberson Před 2 lety

    Enjoyed the road trip with Super Shelby 👍 Keep it safe and we miss Trucker Canine Dakota .... Glad to see you back with a positive attitude ...

  • @johnstroud8682
    @johnstroud8682 Před rokem

    I love the video a lot keep up the awesome job and stay safe

  • @marktito6169
    @marktito6169 Před 2 lety +1

    I love watching you. It's as if Phoebe buffay has become a trucker. I am a trucker and I will say this... you are a damn good trucker.

  • @thehomeless_trucker
    @thehomeless_trucker Před 2 lety

    Love the video! I believe I drove that route once before and was amazed at how small some of those towns are. Lol

  • @iraniosorio8133
    @iraniosorio8133 Před 2 lety

    Hi Shelby. I really enjoyed this video, yes you can make more videos like this. Bye

  • @badgerpa9
    @badgerpa9 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice video, enjoyed your history of small towns. Stay safe and healthy.

  • @seanveale11
    @seanveale11 Před 2 lety

    Please keep these coming!

  • @robertleighty3842
    @robertleighty3842 Před 2 lety

    Very cool love all you do.