SURVIVING A NIGHT IN AMERICA'S LARGEST SAND DUNES (crazy sand storm)

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    #vanlife / Travel vlog 727 | Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado | Filmed July, 2020
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  • @jb-nk5pg
    @jb-nk5pg Před 3 lety +3402

    This is what my parents sound like when they tell stories about how far they had to travel to walk to school

  • @theMennoniteMom
    @theMennoniteMom Před 3 lety +1965

    hats off to Nate for hiking twice to set the camera up on the dune! That is dedication to the vlog! LOL

  • @lourdesgallegos7508
    @lourdesgallegos7508 Před 3 lety +579

    When Kara said “your footsteps were the only thing I could focus on” my heart melted...you two are wonderful together, a great example of what marriage can be. ❤️

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety +1

      Hi friend ❤️❤️ come and see srilankan travel ...Remember to bring our traveling channel to the forefront and don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to us. If you like the video, please share it.

    • @crunchy_souls9188
      @crunchy_souls9188 Před 3 lety

      Barry Baz wait what

    • @pakawyd
      @pakawyd Před 3 lety

      @Barry Baz no they don’t you can tell

  • @ThePricipleOfParsimony
    @ThePricipleOfParsimony Před 3 lety +1010

    With all due respect, this looked like a nightmare.

    • @rackie866
      @rackie866 Před 3 lety +7

      That was my thoughts exactly ! Good on the doh - I feel like if I ever make it there I wont have to put my self through it I will just rewatch this ! 😂😂

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety +1

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    • @123yllib
      @123yllib Před 3 lety +2

      Total nightmare, hard to watch. Watching less & less

    • @eddsaw1566
      @eddsaw1566 Před 3 lety

      Lol

    • @samydamico9843
      @samydamico9843 Před 3 lety +2

      Great last name!!

  • @Shay.J
    @Shay.J Před 3 lety +843

    Many people have iconic phrases Kara and nate’s being: “This is home for the night”

    • @alexisshivas6176
      @alexisshivas6176 Před 3 lety +21

      and "bathroom tour"

    • @Shay.J
      @Shay.J Před 3 lety +2

      Alexis Shivas that is very true

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety +1

      Hi friend ❤️❤️ come and see srilankan travel ...Remember to bring our traveling channel to the forefront and don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to us. If you like the video, please share it.

    • @heyybrendan
      @heyybrendan Před 3 lety +7

      Sn__wwy don't forget "I think this is the hardest thing we've ever done."

  • @nicholaspitsillos6711
    @nicholaspitsillos6711 Před 3 lety +655

    It’s so strange how one country can have so many different landscapes

    • @samya.s
      @samya.s Před 3 lety +7

      Nicholas Pitsillos ikr

    • @KaraandNate
      @KaraandNate  Před 3 lety +96

      I know right?! Who knew!

    • @samya.s
      @samya.s Před 3 lety +5

      Kara and Nate yeah!

    • @louiseb6111
      @louiseb6111 Před 3 lety +14

      Scotland is the same. We have it ALL here too!! I love my country for that reason. It's so beautifully scenic!!! Heaven sent!

    • @Alessandra-pr6lu
      @Alessandra-pr6lu Před 3 lety

      @@KaraandNate you guys are the best. You always put a smile on my face!!😁

  • @idgaf6431
    @idgaf6431 Před 3 lety +247

    Imagine having a life changing experience everyday for the last three years.

    • @StupidStuff62
      @StupidStuff62 Před 3 lety +3

      For real like I’m about to head to some countries and see what they’re really like vs what school taught us. Stay tuned because in ten years or so I may vlog it...

  • @debmarie55
    @debmarie55 Před 3 lety +227

    Item to add to necessary van life storage: small 2 person tent.

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety +1

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    • @gusarvidson1160
      @gusarvidson1160 Před 3 lety +6

      Item to add to necessary van life storage: LARGE 2 person tent.
      :p

    • @unpopablebubble
      @unpopablebubble Před 3 lety +5

      Get a 3-person. There's not that much difference in price and weight, but being able to fit some gear in the tent with you if it starts raining makes a huge difference. Plus, if you're car camping, a 3-person fits a queen size air mattress!

    • @melissajohnson2935
      @melissajohnson2935 Před 2 lety +2

      @@unpopablebubble my rule is if it say a 2 person, get a 4 person lol. I think they use the measurements of a small child to determine person size 😂

  • @jkhoover
    @jkhoover Před 3 lety +297

    So, let's start a packing list for next time...
    1. Tent
    2. Sleeping Pad
    3. Goggles
    4. Bobcat Repellent Spray
    5. Non-Tuna Dinner
    6. Rain Gear

    • @ConnorN22
      @ConnorN22 Před 3 lety +37

      7.Snickers

    • @mckennacordsen5121
      @mckennacordsen5121 Před 3 lety +4

      You don’t need bobcat spray😂 bobcats are like twenty pounds. If you meant mountain lion, you would just use bear spray for it, but again these are not mountain lion tracks.

    • @jhodini
      @jhodini Před 3 lety +4

      And backpack for Kara!

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

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    • @ItSAaliya_onSCREEN
      @ItSAaliya_onSCREEN Před 3 lety

      Ear plugs

  • @rutherke41
    @rutherke41 Před 3 lety +125

    The fact you do these excruciating hikes and make them even harder on yourselves to capture beautiful shots of you walking far ahead blows my MIND! You guys are seriously amazing!

    • @jazzkalam
      @jazzkalam Před 3 lety +4

      i thought exactly the same

    • @clintatk
      @clintatk Před 3 lety +2

      It always reminds me of just how much bloody hard work goes into a good video!💓

  • @elizabethwhiteman5545
    @elizabethwhiteman5545 Před 3 lety +87

    I was really upset about the state of things tonight. My daughter said, "Come on, Mom, which Kara and Nate do you want to watch?" It really helped to take a mini vacation with you guys. Thanks for helping people travel virtually. It makes a difference!

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

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  • @mimigirl25
    @mimigirl25 Před rokem +10

    can we just freaking talk about how Nate wakes Kara up every morning the coffee kiss and snuggle was EVERYTHING I love them so much

  • @pragya7654
    @pragya7654 Před 3 lety +319

    I like how Nate wakes Kara up every single time..with coffee, a slight nudge, and a kiss :) too sweet!

    • @agonicole
      @agonicole Před 3 lety +4

      I need a Nate

    • @oanamanole9005
      @oanamanole9005 Před 3 lety

      I like it when they wake up and they're still alive😅

    • @chrissyparks2000
      @chrissyparks2000 Před 4 měsíci

      ⁠​⁠​⁠@@agonicole I can’t deal with how cheap he is. There is no way they aren’t having off camera fights over it. I’m not saying they shouldn’t try to save money when they can. But he’s to the point of aggravating.

  • @flynn1a
    @flynn1a Před 3 lety +322

    One time at the Sand Dunes, I was sleeping “under the stars” (i. e. no tent) and when I woke up in the middle of the night there was the greatest meteor show, with meteor after meteor streaking across the sky every minute or so. I thought it must just be normal for the Sand Dunes because it’s so dark, but years later I realized it was probably the annual Perseids meteor shower. You were so close to the optimum Perseids date (August 12), I hope you were able to see them.

    • @suzi2084
      @suzi2084 Před 3 lety +15

      saw them as a kid, my parents woke us up at like 3 am and drove us out to the middle of no where, totally worth it, Have not seen them since.

    • @Lis.H.
      @Lis.H. Před 3 lety +4

      I think in the description they said they filmed in July. Still possible they saw a few if in July.😊✌

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

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    • @hikersteph
      @hikersteph Před 2 lety

      I got to watch the Perseids in Desolation Wilderrness (near lake Tahoe) in 2020 and it was one of the coolest experiences of my life.

  • @mikaylabrooke8514
    @mikaylabrooke8514 Před 3 lety +72

    I want that Kara and Nate type love 😭

  • @taylordettinburn6420
    @taylordettinburn6420 Před 3 lety +52

    My heart broke when Kara was talking about how the harsh sand was hurting her. They are so amazing for pushing through!

  • @SorgiStories
    @SorgiStories Před 3 lety +275

    This year is all about surviving challenges we never thought we’d see. Perfect reflection of our times, Kara & Nate!!

    • @KaraandNate
      @KaraandNate  Před 3 lety +35

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @samya.s
      @samya.s Před 3 lety +6

      I love u Kara and Nate!

    • @keixxtakixx7248
      @keixxtakixx7248 Před 3 lety +6

      Who else is early?

    • @samya.s
      @samya.s Před 3 lety +4

      _Gachaz Milaaz_ me

    • @rebeccavasilion3304
      @rebeccavasilion3304 Před 3 lety +5

      Kara and Nate you should stop wearing fleece masks there was a study that they actually are worse then not wearing a mask

  • @brucasroxx
    @brucasroxx Před 3 lety +39

    Its so sweet how he still always makes her morning coffee and places it next to her 😭😭💕

  • @robandmirjana
    @robandmirjana Před 3 lety +749

    Kara and Nate: “I think that’s the hardest thing we’ve ever done”
    Us: you said that last week, and the one before that 😂

  • @tjinks10
    @tjinks10 Před 2 lety +34

    I'm watching all your videos in a random order, but I just wanted to leave a comment to say how much I enjoy your channel and how you guys open up the world to the rest of us. Thank you 😊 You genuinely seem like such lovely people doing some amazing things. Especially impressed with how you've handled things during covid and I've actually really enjoyed the things you've put out from Stateside. It's been a tough year or two but I'm really looking forward to getting out and travelling some more myself when I can and you guys are keeping that wanderlust building. All the best from the UK 🇬🇧✌🏻

  • @laurenferguson4838
    @laurenferguson4838 Před 3 lety +163

    It's crazy how y'all continue to take on challenges that are harder than the ones you just completed! keep on going!

  • @classicclaire5247
    @classicclaire5247 Před 3 lety +858

    when they set down their camera so they can film themselves walking but then they have to walk back and get it

  • @fineok9292
    @fineok9292 Před 3 lety +76

    Nate owes you a spa year. I'd watch a full year of vlogs where Kara is just endlessly pampered at spas all over the country.

  • @VikingMan222
    @VikingMan222 Před 3 lety +17

    Hi guys, love the channel. Those are coyote tracks, and they naturally get laid down in couplets. Coyotes are usually very shy, and this one was probably shocked once she realized you were out there. Big cat tracks are about 400% larger, laid down evenly, not paired, and are in nearly a straight line. actually, if a person looks down a line of lion tracks they will make very slight lazy "s's", often with a tail dip alternating with the stride. If you're nearRockies

  • @GabrielTravelerVideos
    @GabrielTravelerVideos Před 3 lety +616

    8:31 That's some dedicated vlogging action!

    • @katherine7444
      @katherine7444 Před 3 lety +1

      Flying the drone out in front of you and walking towards it is dedication?

    • @joelenelester8564
      @joelenelester8564 Před 3 lety +17

      @@katherine7444 They walked to the spot. Set up the camera then walked backwards the could film themselves walking

    • @katherine7444
      @katherine7444 Před 3 lety +1

      @@joelenelester8564 Why arent there any footprints then?

    • @rylo881
      @rylo881 Před 3 lety +2

      katherine7444 there are...

    • @katherine7444
      @katherine7444 Před 3 lety

      @@rylo881 No, there arent, if you pause at 8:34 you can see the footprint behind them but no footprints in front of them.

  • @CaseyandBreelyn
    @CaseyandBreelyn Před 3 lety +71

    That slowed clip of kara voicing over her trying to cross the dune gave me goosebumps! So inspiring and im so happy you guys kept pushing forward and accomplished your goal:)

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

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  • @zaradowling1399
    @zaradowling1399 Před 3 lety +9

    I love the way Nate wakes up Kara it’s so sweet

  • @earthestar
    @earthestar Před 3 lety +19

    The sand dunes hold a very special place in my heart. When I was a little girl, we would go down to Alamosa which is south west where you guys were staying, and would kidnap my great grandparents go to KFC, buy a big ol bucket of chicken and go to the sand dunes and play all day long in the sand and the creek, if it was flowing above ground, lol. I miss them and the trip so much. I'm so happy y'all were having fun exploring my home state, I can't wait too see what's next on your adventures!

  • @tonydobosiewicz
    @tonydobosiewicz Před 3 lety +34

    I love how through difficulties Kara and Nate remain calm and happy. Most people (including me) would complain so much about the sand and difficulties of climbing. And Kara and Nate are just happy to be together and experiencing something new.

  • @DavidPerez-xc4tw
    @DavidPerez-xc4tw Před 3 lety +80

    Nate was making me tear up not because of the sand, but telling us how far him and Kara have come. :')

  • @heathershobe3694
    @heathershobe3694 Před 3 lety +50

    My legs were burning just watching y’all hike in the sand. My hubby and I have gone to the top of the first big dune and it was definitely a challenge so kudos to y’all for going all the way!! I couldn’t believe watching IG when y’all woke up to the cat tracks🙈, that’s bloomin’ scary!!! I love that y’all are loving my state of Colorado!! Happy travels🚐
    Stay you ✌🏼

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

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  • @madelinehoang4947
    @madelinehoang4947 Před 3 lety +4

    Awww when Nate cuddled Kara was so cute

  • @katarakitten9088
    @katarakitten9088 Před 3 lety +92

    When you know what's going to happen in the vlog because you stalk them on Instagram

  • @flyingfree3422
    @flyingfree3422 Před 3 lety +263

    Kara - there is no such thing as overusing the footage of Nate scaring himself near to death working on the electrical system!!! 🤣🤣🤣 Oh, and next time in sand dunes... goggles!!

    • @KaraandNate
      @KaraandNate  Před 3 lety +76

      Old but not dead hahaha I’ve found a way to sneak it into almost every vlog since 🤣🤣🤣

    • @bromz8
      @bromz8 Před 3 lety +18

      @@KaraandNate Need more of the lighting himself on fire clip too.

    • @bromz8
      @bromz8 Před 3 lety +3

      @@KaraandNate Need more of the lighting himself on fire clip too.

    • @dmaextraordinaire8205
      @dmaextraordinaire8205 Před 3 lety +2

      I know it wasn’t funny at the time but Nate’s “repairs” and ultimate mishaps in the van are priceless. Stay safe!

    • @533134
      @533134 Před 3 lety

      Yep 😂🤣

  • @sanstar2007
    @sanstar2007 Před měsícem

    I think the way Kara and Nate live, one big adventure after the other, is how all of us are supposed to live.

  • @Dangerkayla77
    @Dangerkayla77 Před 3 lety +9

    The recaps at the beginning are always so amazing! I love how you ever so slightly change it so it’s not boring and you can basically watch any video and it seems like you’ve been with them for much longer.

  • @rylsbie_mcgee
    @rylsbie_mcgee Před 3 lety +18

    Wow! It's amazing that you guys have the perseverance to set up a tripod, walk away from it, then tramp back again. Definitely longer than an eight-mile round trip! 😂

  • @elmochic1986
    @elmochic1986 Před 3 lety +9

    All I keep thinking is the sand you're gonna be finding for months! It's like glitter...the gift that keeps on giving...

  • @benjaminbeksel719
    @benjaminbeksel719 Před 3 lety +19

    Nate at 6:00 AM - “We did it!”
    Kara - “Mmhm, Shhhh, I’m not done doing it yet.”
    😂

  • @ewilson22683
    @ewilson22683 Před 3 lety +3

    I admire y'all's positivity and perspective in the face of any challenge. Thanks for being you and for the encouragement. Always look forward to your next video coming out.

  • @emilyrose3854
    @emilyrose3854 Před 3 lety +163

    If that was a mountain lion it was fresh out the womb 😂 their tracks are usually MUCH bigger haha

    • @gypsyfirestorm
      @gypsyfirestorm Před 3 lety +23

      I was thinking bobcat

    • @elleemann
      @elleemann Před 3 lety +1

      Maybe another of those stray cats that are in so many videos 😢😢 I'm not being serious

    • @ridgecrestwack9746
      @ridgecrestwack9746 Před 3 lety +2

      I don't think you understand how footprints work in the sand

    • @jfo738
      @jfo738 Před 3 lety +16

      Those are most likely coyote tracks because they are in groups of two and are two small to be mountain lion tracks. Lion tracks index on themselves because the rear paw lands where the front paw landed.

  • @soleilray86
    @soleilray86 Před 3 lety +24

    Kara in the morning is a complete mood and I love it.

  • @allysonporter1492
    @allysonporter1492 Před 3 lety +14

    As a Colorado native and living in Gunnison...makes me soooo happy to watch how much you two have been enjoying this wonderful, beautiful state!!! Endless adventures!!! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @1927su
      @1927su Před 3 lety +3

      Gunnison is beautiful!!. I went to first grade there at Blackstock elementary, idk if it’s still there, that was back in 1967/68 . I remember being fascinated by the big W on the hillside , my Dad taught at western state U for a year. I think the U has a different name now.
      I’ve been back a few times, lots of cool ghost towns nearby. Such a gorgeous place but cold in the winter !!

    • @allysonporter1492
      @allysonporter1492 Před 3 lety +1

      1927su that’s awesome!! Yeah that elementary isn’t here anymore. The big W is still here though!! I’m originally from the Denver area and moved up here in 2010 for college and after graduating I didn’t want to move back to the city like most of my friends did so I stayed! Can’t imagine living anywhere else!! When I came here for college it was called Western State College then by the time I graduated it changed to Western State Colorado University and now I think it’s Western State University or something like that haha they keep changing it...some alum donated a massive amount of money to change the name again and build another building to add an engineering department/program to the school, which is cool they have that! But a bit crazy to me to keep changing the name! It sure does get cold here but I absolutely love the cold!! I can’t do the heat very well!

  • @isabellacarreno8339
    @isabellacarreno8339 Před 2 lety

    Her. Voice is literally so soothing

  • @notanavgeek
    @notanavgeek Před 3 lety +157

    Me watching:
    So they edited this,and put it up on CZcams, Oh thank god they're alive😂

    • @samya.s
      @samya.s Před 3 lety +4

      Same😂😂😂

    • @caseyevans5960
      @caseyevans5960 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos

    • @notanavgeek
      @notanavgeek Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you so much Kara and Nate for liking my video! It means SO much :D

    • @suzanneng5326
      @suzanneng5326 Před 3 lety +1

      Lol, right?!

  • @TideKnotTravellers
    @TideKnotTravellers Před 3 lety +355

    Nate has a good point... you don’t want your hands to smell like the PREDATORS FOOD! Amazing that you got any sleep at all with mountain lion tracks around😅

    • @KaraandNate
      @KaraandNate  Před 3 lety +49

      Thankfully we didn't see those until in the morning or I definitely wouldn't have slept!

    • @TideKnotTravellers
      @TideKnotTravellers Před 3 lety +4

      Kara and Nate yeh its just as well you didn’t see them before😂

    • @tootsla1252
      @tootsla1252 Před 3 lety +2

      Mountain lions do not see you as lunch. They like small scurrying things - and swift moving trail runners - lunch & fun!

    • @Vaughnwb
      @Vaughnwb Před 3 lety +4

      Kara and Nate I pretty much guarantee that that wasn’t a mountain lion. It may have been a coyote or even a fox. The shape and size were not right for a mountain lion

    • @crosske1
      @crosske1 Před 3 lety +5

      @@Vaughnwb I agree, I wouldn't have thought mountain lion. I was thinking bobcat. They were pretty small when he put his finger in them.

  • @PhasmophobiaGang
    @PhasmophobiaGang Před 4 měsíci +1

    I respect the many nate had to hike 🚶🏻‍♂️ twice to set up camra walk back down then back up for the glory and perfectness of the vlog (themennonitemom) you so right hats 👒 😉 off for nate. Nate you slay!💕🤍🖤🤍🖤💕

  • @robertocaluori6543
    @robertocaluori6543 Před 3 lety +3

    I love Kara being the narrator!!! The description makes us feel your pain and journey....

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

      Hi friend ❤️❤️ come and see srilankan travel ...Remember to bring our traveling channel to the forefront and don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to us. If you like the video, please share it.....join

  • @kimonmacconuladh6767
    @kimonmacconuladh6767 Před 3 lety +18

    Hello Kara and Nate
    I am a kid watching you from Greece and I want too set a goal to visit 100 countries
    I am still 10 so I have been only to N. Ireland Irealnd and Germany. But thans to you feel I have been to 100 countries from your videos and everything else you have done. I also like you are always ready for something new.
    Love your videos
    Kimon

  • @shyguy1111
    @shyguy1111 Před 3 lety +8

    You never doubt their love for eachother and I just want what they have more than anything 😭🥰

  • @tiffanyh4364
    @tiffanyh4364 Před 3 lety +6

    I love how you guys mention in almost every video how grateful you are! You guys work hard for the life you have made, but it is refreshing to hear that you recognize that you should also be grateful! Love you guys!

  • @truthbike
    @truthbike Před 3 lety +1

    ski googles are a must for sand dune hikes

  • @hotmessjess3390
    @hotmessjess3390 Před 3 lety +12

    “I don’t know what I’d do if I didn’t have your footsteps to follow.” -Kara
    Awwwwwwwwwwwww

  • @yahlifenigstein580
    @yahlifenigstein580 Před 3 lety +87

    Who else comes to the comments but has nothing to say 😂
    Love you guys!!

    • @KaraandNate
      @KaraandNate  Před 3 lety +17

      Hahaha hope you enjoyed the vlog 🙃

    • @samya.s
      @samya.s Před 3 lety +2

      Kara and Nate I know I did!

    • @caseyevans5960
      @caseyevans5960 Před 3 lety

      I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos

  • @i.b.2180
    @i.b.2180 Před 3 lety +2

    1:30 that was the cutest way he ever brought her Coffee 🥺🥰

  • @mxevens
    @mxevens Před 3 lety +4

    Been watching your videos for a while now. After seeing this one I took a spontaneous road trip from California with some friends to experience the dunes. Walking through that sand was not easy. Hats off to you both for going as far as you did.

  • @christinaauer1563
    @christinaauer1563 Před 3 lety +47

    Sometimes, I need something positive that puts a smile on my face. That’s EXACTLY your videos! Thanks for being awesome. I’m a big fan. ❤️😃

    • @CallumTash
      @CallumTash Před 3 lety +3

      💯 agree.. great videos :)

    • @tanayagupta4362
      @tanayagupta4362 Před 3 lety +1

      Me too

    • @caseyevans5960
      @caseyevans5960 Před 3 lety

      I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos

    • @boo12soccerboy56
      @boo12soccerboy56 Před 3 lety

      Yes yes and yes

  • @tizzyscott6263
    @tizzyscott6263 Před 3 lety +19

    I can't believe all of the risks you guys take it definitely make me want to watch more and you make all your videos so relatable and show the ups and downs of van life!!

  • @ilysiadanielle3076
    @ilysiadanielle3076 Před 3 lety +3

    i love how you guys show how things are REALLY like and not just the good things! Love the vlogs

  • @cosmo409
    @cosmo409 Před 3 lety

    So glad you two are having so much fun in Colorado and showing a wide audience all the adventures and landscapes you can see here.

  • @Danploof
    @Danploof Před 3 lety +28

    I never get sick of the Nate almost electrocuting himself scene. So funny!

  • @johnjenkins7917
    @johnjenkins7917 Před 3 lety +7

    I've binged about 85% of all your travels during Covid (I'll be sad when I get to the last one). I really hope you guys find yourselves back on airplanes in 2021, but thank you for staying with us in your van!

  • @brianhirsch1479
    @brianhirsch1479 Před 3 lety +1

    Once this pandemic is over and you can get into Canada. Come up to Alaska. Wilderness for miles. Free camping and pull offs everywhere. Perfect for van life. BC, Yukon, and Northwest Territories are amazing too. You could spend years wondering around up here.

  • @BradPaulus
    @BradPaulus Před 3 lety +2

    Congratulations you two. My daughter and I ascend the dunes in Death Valley for entertainment, when she isn't working on her geology work. As you found out, we treat the desert with a lot of respect, and pack much the same as alpine trips. People don't understand you expel 2-3 times the effort climbing dunes. With the altitude, and temperature with the altitude gain, plus hauling a bear canister and water; you need to be prepared. Despite all the efforts, the rewards are amazing, and so worth it. Congratulations on all of your efforts, lessons learned, and learning what mother nature has to offer, and how she keeps you on your toes. Keep doing your VLOGS, and what you've both experienced together. My wife and I have been together for 50 years, and we continue to be amazed by things in our lives. Cherish your memories and experiences. Thank you for sharing your lives, and all the effort needed to share those moments.

  • @neilmu3494
    @neilmu3494 Před 3 lety +4

    You guys are just such down to earth people! Normally CZcamsrs gain a certain amount of attitude after attaining as many subscribers as you guys. But you both are the best and most down to earth couple! Keep the videos coming! I love you both!

  • @LVNewhouse
    @LVNewhouse Před 3 lety +4

    I live vicariously through you two because I simply don’t have the courage (nor the physical stamina in many cases) to dive into the adventures you take us through! Thank you for sharing your amazing experiences with us!

  • @TheAuroraLightsOfficial
    @TheAuroraLightsOfficial Před 3 lety +1

    You guys are the best! Stay awesome guys!

  • @pamosmond353
    @pamosmond353 Před 3 lety +1

    This has to be my most favorite video ever. Amazing strength and courage. Kudos to the both of you.

  • @havisiting
    @havisiting Před 3 lety +215

    It seems like fun now, but you will be finding sand in your stuff for months.

    • @MatthewMilton
      @MatthewMilton Před 3 lety +2

      Kara should I quit youtube my friends keep making fun of me for it

    • @michaelwodz9807
      @michaelwodz9807 Před 3 lety +3

      @@MatthewMilton follow your heart bro

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

      Hi friend ❤️❤️ come and see srilankan travel ...Remember to bring our traveling channel to the forefront and don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to us. If you like the video, please share it.

    • @michaelwodz9807
      @michaelwodz9807 Před 3 lety

      @@shenalmanishkaphotography jo

  • @KHKH-zp7cq
    @KHKH-zp7cq Před 3 lety +23

    16:29 😂 (Kara is thinking “imma eat it when you fall asleep”)

  • @lillyrice9446
    @lillyrice9446 Před 3 lety

    honestly this video was just so sweet. the little moments between you two are so special.

  • @mylifeaspearl4052
    @mylifeaspearl4052 Před 3 lety +2

    I have lived in Colorado my whole life. I love it here and my parents take me so many fun places. It’s great to see how much fun you guys are having here.

  • @tanayagupta4362
    @tanayagupta4362 Před 3 lety +8

    From Antarctica to mountains to the seas and oceans to the van ride to the city tour to sandy plains.... They have left nothing
    Love ur blogs...

  • @annemcalpine1344
    @annemcalpine1344 Před 3 lety +8

    "I don't know what I would have done without your footsteps to follow" ughhhh so cute Kara!

  • @Rachel_hikes_the_PCT
    @Rachel_hikes_the_PCT Před 3 lety

    I really like you guys embracing the wild side of travelling. It’s even better than the city/aeroplane travel

  • @stephaniemarie7511
    @stephaniemarie7511 Před měsícem

    Thank you so much for sharing your life with the world!!! You have no idea how much you have inspired me to be happy and live life to the fullest!! I have been enjoying your journey only for a short amount of time however AMAZING!!! I look forward to finding new videos u haven’t seen every morning (like my morning coffee 😂) I love you guys so much!! I feel so good when I’m watching you guys on my giant tv at home. You have a beautiful gift/talent with documenting your life! Im truly grateful to have found you guys. Thank you for everything you do! I love you!! 💕

    • @stephaniemarie7511
      @stephaniemarie7511 Před měsícem

      I also wanted to share with you that you have saved this soul……. You guys brought me out of depression. The energy you give, the honest and pure raw emotion has really helped me. THANK YOU ❤

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican Před 3 lety +131

    Those sand dunes are in the US? Wow looks like somewhere in Arabia. And you didn’t let the wind stop you in your tracks, even when you were in pain. Never give up, never surrender

    • @jacks.4062
      @jacks.4062 Před 3 lety +5

      I see you everywhere

    • @petsarahjane
      @petsarahjane Před 3 lety +3

      They have tons of sand dunes here in Southern California. Look up Glamis :)

    • @itsElian
      @itsElian Před 3 lety +3

      Hello, fellow Cuban American, I think we watch the same videos cause I see you everywhere 🤣

    • @gingerleegirl6697
      @gingerleegirl6697 Před 3 lety +1

      If you can get Google Earth you should take a look at that. That is the a great way to see everything in the world, well almost everything.

    • @danip3270
      @danip3270 Před 3 lety +4

      These sand dunes are near Alamosa, Colorado. It’s a national park, but never too crowded. These are the highest dunes in North America, and butt up against the mountains there, on the east side of the valley.

  • @TravelInteresante
    @TravelInteresante Před 3 lety +69

    It looks so cool but extremely scary at the same time! Wow! Such an extreme experience! 🙌 You do look like a burrito Kara ahahahah

  • @hitmancooper1
    @hitmancooper1 Před 3 lety +2

    Love living through your experiences. Would love to see more than one video a week but I know its so much work to put together and you do a really great job!

  • @lucyadams8511
    @lucyadams8511 Před 3 lety +9

    I love how Kara get woken up with a kiss and snuggle and a coffee like is that not everyone’s goal in life

  • @Sydberry
    @Sydberry Před 3 lety +97

    For a second, I thought they weren't in America anymore from the thumbnail. Its so crazy to think of sand dunes in the US sometimes

    • @haydenmoore7482
      @haydenmoore7482 Před 3 lety

      Yeah we have sand dunes in a few different states. The ones I know of are Arizona, California, Idaho and Colorado.

    • @AmandaGreenman
      @AmandaGreenman Před 3 lety +3

      I'm from Michigan and we have tons of sand dunes around the Great Lakes

    • @Skittl1321
      @Skittl1321 Před 3 lety +3

      @@haydenmoore7482 new Mexico has white sands, huge gorgeous dunes.

    • @haydenmoore7482
      @haydenmoore7482 Před 3 lety

      Jessi on the Go yes!!! How did I forget about white sands!!

    • @silvergirl8581
      @silvergirl8581 Před 3 lety +1

      Utah also has them. Little Sahara & also Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. The latter is almost 4,000 acres. Kara & Nate should pop over next door from Colorado, because Utah has amazing diversity of natural landscapes & so many national & state parks, with truly an unlimited amount of adventure opportunities!
      www.google.com/amp/s/www.thrillist.com/amphtml/travel/nation/best-state-parks-in-utah

  • @FireCracker3240
    @FireCracker3240 Před 3 lety +4

    Oh my gosh. Rain in the desert! For some reason, this reminded me of when you guys were out in Cappadocia and got caught in that rain storm while hiking and had to hide under a big rock until you could make it (and someone came driving by and rescued you). ❤️

    • @KaraandNate
      @KaraandNate  Před 3 lety +3

      Oh man that was a miserable day! ⛈ 🙅🏻‍♀️ your right though the feelings were very similar! I felt pretty helpless and scared both times😭

    • @FireCracker3240
      @FireCracker3240 Před 3 lety +1

      @@KaraandNate Awww, honey. I hate the thought of you being scared. Thank God you and Nate made it out of there safe and sound with no big cat sightings. ❤️

  • @taracloud1392
    @taracloud1392 Před 2 lety

    I love how strong and brave you both are I’ve been binging your channel for a little over 2 weeks now. I am always so impressed 🥰

  • @allisonbeilke3694
    @allisonbeilke3694 Před 3 lety +9

    When you said that it doesn’t actually seem that big on camera you were so true, I went there last summer and they are huge they don’t seem that big until you get to them

  • @ruchisehgal9008
    @ruchisehgal9008 Před 3 lety +3

    You make us proud Kara and Nate! You guys set the perfect example that, no challenges should stop one from pursuing what they love!
    Best wishes to you guys🥰

    • @ruchisehgal9008
      @ruchisehgal9008 Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much @Kara and Nate for liking my comment.Omg you guys made my day😍🔥❤

  • @mrdime1564
    @mrdime1564 Před 3 lety +8

    This footage was so worth it. Thank you guys for making the physical journey. Great job as always!!

  • @sabrewolf9567
    @sabrewolf9567 Před 3 lety +17

    Hey that’s where I live well technically it’s about 20 miles from my house. And FYI it’s one of the coldest places in the US it can get below -40 F. And yup our town is the one they went to for tents, and not the biggest we don’t even have Uber or Lyft. I don’t know for sure about the tracks but I have seen many coyotes around.

  • @annaliseb5880
    @annaliseb5880 Před 3 lety +3

    I really admire your sense of adventure and bravery doing this. As well as perservering to keep on going on this crazy adventure! Thank you so much for inspiring me so much and helping me through the tough times :)

  • @philly3834
    @philly3834 Před 3 lety +110

    If Nate always made smart decisions, they wouldn't be here today.

    • @allthesehappycolors
      @allthesehappycolors Před 3 lety +1

      Exactly what I was thinking!

    • @shenalmanishkaphotography
      @shenalmanishkaphotography Před 3 lety

      Hi friend ❤️❤️ come and see srilankan travel ...Remember to bring our traveling channel to the forefront and don't forget to like, comment and subscribe to us. If you like the video, please share it.

  • @ErinDevon
    @ErinDevon Před 3 lety +32

    Who else literally gets SO EXCITED when they post!? I always love your videos! They inspire and motivate me SOOO much with growing my channel! Thank you for making such amazing videos!❤️

    • @lifeviz28568
      @lifeviz28568 Před 3 lety

      Me!!!

    • @caseyevans5960
      @caseyevans5960 Před 3 lety

      I'm currently raising money for Yemen through fasting! I have a justgiving page and I'm also making videos on my channel to spread awareness and also to show my fast! I would really appreciate if you could check this out! I really want to spread the word and raise as much money as possible 🙏💙 I also have vlogs, a house series, advice videos, challenges and reaction videos

  • @marklambert8111
    @marklambert8111 Před 2 lety

    Your guys life is the best, you make videos for a living and you get almost constant vacation!! You guys are blessed

  • @laurarempe6970
    @laurarempe6970 Před 3 lety

    You two always keep a positive attitude even in tough situations, such great role models! ❤️

  • @danithefiend6167
    @danithefiend6167 Před 3 lety +5

    I hope one day I can experience even a fraction of what you guys have. You live a life I could only dream of. And believe me, I do! Love you guys! Sending love and light from Detroit, MI. 💖

  • @rahul.k.viswanath
    @rahul.k.viswanath Před 3 lety +3

    11:42 That's the place we all need to go and shout our hearts out this year..

  • @BabyBunch
    @BabyBunch Před rokem +2

    Y’all are brave as hell. Literally sleeping out in the middle of sand dunes

  • @bethanybraswell4189
    @bethanybraswell4189 Před 3 lety

    Back in March I lost my job because of Covid and watching you both made me focus on the good things in life. I'm finally working again and had to subscribe again on my phone and now I can leave comments. Your videos are the best! Lots of love to you both! ❤❤❤

  • @jjoannej
    @jjoannej Před 3 lety +3

    This was beautiful. I always thought I had to go to the Sahara to see views like this. Thank you as always for sharing your experience and inspiring so many of us.

  • @victoriamahon3765
    @victoriamahon3765 Před 3 lety +11

    Just a heads up camping gear is hard to find this year because of increased demand. Many people are out camping when they normally would go away on vacation instead. They’re pretty much viewing camping as a staycation and so people that don’t normally camp are camping this year and it all sold out very quickly. If you plan on doing any kind of camping in the future I would definitely keep your eyes peeled every time you’re in a Walmart or maybe order some and have it shipped somewhere for you to pick up. It’s gonna be hard to find in passing though.

  • @isabelshutes2722
    @isabelshutes2722 Před 3 lety +3

    I can feel the san in my eyes just watching this

  • @bellabreebee
    @bellabreebee Před 3 lety +1

    I'm so happy you guys are spending so much time in Colorado!! It's an AWESOME place!