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Exploring Southwest New Mexico: Silver City, Gila Cliff Dwellings, & Catwalk Recreation Area!

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  • čas přidán 18. 08. 2024
  • We have visited New Mexico a few times in the van, so as we were passing through this time, we wanted to explore an area that was brand new to us. We landed on a region in the Southwestern part of the state, near Silver City and the Gila National Forest and Wilderness, which we hadn't heard much about, but it ended up being the BEST surprise!
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    ⌚Timestamps
    00:00 Introduction
    00:30 Silver City, NM
    07:10 Driving to the Gila National Forest
    08:38 FREE campsite in the Gila National Forest
    09:25 Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
    13:55 Doc Campbell’s Post
    16:35 Cosmic Campground
    17:02 Night Photography
    18:10 Catwalk Recreation Area
    📍Locations in this vlog
    Tranquilbuzz Coffee House: g.page/Tranqui...
    Big Ditch Park: goo.gl/maps/Xm...
    Corner Kitchen: goo.gl/maps/Gh...
    Grapevine Campground: goo.gl/maps/9q...
    Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument: www.nps.gov/gi...
    Doc Campbell’s Post: goo.gl/maps/zQ...
    Cosmic Campground: goo.gl/maps/WV...
    Catwalk Recreation Area: www.fs.usda.go...
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    👋🏼 About us
    Hi y’all! We’re Adam, Kathryn, and Kona, an adventurous married couple (+ pup!) living on the road in our self-converted sprinter van! You can often find us driving all around the US and Canada, scoping out the best coffee shops, eating tacos and ice cream (we're a 5+ taco and 2+ scoop household), and enjoying nature.
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Komentáře • 385

  • @AdventuresofAplusK
    @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +7

    Follow our Journey to Alaska: czcams.com/play/PLZKRTK1yCEM5UxLKP3MI17m-syJkqYABj.html
    Our camera + hiking gear: adventuresofaplusk.com/gear/

  • @sc2824
    @sc2824 Před rokem +4

    I came to the Gila/Mimbres headwaters region sorta unexpectedly in 1974, and, after short youthful interludes elsewhere since, here I still am. As I like to say to newcomers, freshly in love with the area for various reasons, "You've chosen wisely."

  • @katebrady7212
    @katebrady7212 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Stunning, transporting and magnificent ... how much i miss Silver City & area/ wild places i cannot measure....

  • @andreg212
    @andreg212 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Love New Mexico. One of my favorite places to sit. Been there 6 times from Canada

  • @lroacho
    @lroacho Před 2 lety +8

    Ah, my hometown where I was born and raised. I grew up exploring, hunting and fishing that whole area. I"m glad you found the Grapevine/Forks area and Doc Campbell's homemade ice cream. Just a couple of miles north of the visitor center along the Continental Divide is a really cool natural and pretty much used only by the locals, hot springs where I used to camp along the Gila River called Jordan's Hot Springs. I'm so glad you explored and enjoyed Silver City and the mining district. Thank you for shedding such a positive light on my home town with your amazing cinematography. Safe travels to you guys.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We really wanted to visit Jordan hot springs, but it was just too far of a trek for us this time. Hopefully in the future!

    • @jlknapp505
      @jlknapp505 Před 3 měsíci

      Before you visit the hot springs, make sure you carry water! I ended up dehydrated because of rhe heat.

  • @JoseRodriguez-ou8yu
    @JoseRodriguez-ou8yu Před 2 lety +6

    From Spain, I loved the video of a place as beautiful and wonderful as New Mexico 🌹

  • @stevedietrich8936
    @stevedietrich8936 Před 2 lety +13

    Yay! Gila Cliff Dwellings. It's an out of the way place, but a beautiful place to get up close and personal with ancient civilization.

  • @SISSABEAN52090
    @SISSABEAN52090 Před rokem +6

    I love that you loved our little town of Silver City! ❤

  • @65_T-Bird
    @65_T-Bird Před 6 měsíci +2

    Loved the entire 20+ min. of your video😊 Especially liked the tour of Silver City and Mogollon Dwellings.

  • @GrandmaBev64
    @GrandmaBev64 Před rokem +4

    Absolutely Amazing! So glad these are preserved and protected! Roosevelt knew what he was doing! Too bad some don't have respect for our past. Those mining companies did a lot of damage!

  • @pamelakern2849
    @pamelakern2849 Před 2 lety +8

    New Mexico is one of my favorite states . The cliff dwellings are fascinating! The Cat Walk Trail was wonderful. I especially liked the fact that you had it to yourselves

    • @pamelakern2849
      @pamelakern2849 Před 2 lety

      I enjoyed every minute of this video!! I am so glad you guys are on the road again.😁😁

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We loved that part too! Always nice to enjoy places without tons of people!

  • @mcnater
    @mcnater Před 2 lety +15

    Great vid! Love seeing the lesser known areas of states. Looks like you had everywhere you went all to yourself and you can't beat that. And yes you're correct, never too cold for ice cream!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +2

      We loved getting to explore this area! Especially because we never hear much about it. Those kind of gems are our favorite 😍

    • @debrabalawajder2617
      @debrabalawajder2617 Před 2 lety

      I totally agree with Nate! Never too cold for ice cream!

  • @yankeeapple5615
    @yankeeapple5615 Před 4 měsíci +1

    14:00 in 1997 I spent the summer touring the US. I remember stopping here and getting the homeade ice cream. I rode my harley over the mountains from silver city. I remember free ranging cattle on the road. On the top of the mountains there was an old hippy in a chevy blazer watching a forest fire many miles away through a pair of binoculars. I stopped and talked to him for a bit and he took a picture of me on my bike using my camera. On the way back, there was a thunder and lightning show, and i got a little wet. I was 22 years old and had my whole life in front of me. Wish I could relive that day, obviously.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 4 měsíci

      Yeah that sounds like an awesome day. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

  • @codyinthecinema
    @codyinthecinema Před 2 lety +3

    I love the patience of your filming. You allow the scenery to do the work and focus on smaller things that could be easy to miss!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      We love filming the little details when we can! Glad you enjoy it 😃

    • @L4JRapture
      @L4JRapture Před 2 lety +1

      @@AdventuresofAplusK I've watched many YT traveling vids and I just want to say I think yours is THE BEST!!! Perfect blend of scenic photography, interesting little places along the way, great narration & personal touch, and food, food, FOOD! Well done! :)

  • @jentillman200363
    @jentillman200363 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you so much for making this video. We just went to Silver City for a long weekend. We did almost everything in your video and had a wonderful time. Please keep making your videos.

  • @scottlehman2144
    @scottlehman2144 Před 2 měsíci

    Went to Doc Campbells today after hiking Gila Cliff dwellings. Great day for us. Thanks for your video.

  • @jon564
    @jon564 Před 4 měsíci

    At 7:07 you can catch a glimpse of our beautiful Kneeling Nun! The open pit mine lookout is awesome too. Great video guys! Thank you

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 4 měsíci

      Very cool! Thanks and thanks for watching! We love Silver City!

  • @kristylopez1267
    @kristylopez1267 Před 2 lety +1

    We loved your video! All the local places you stopped and all the history you gave was wonderful! And thanks for stopping in at Doc Campbell’s Post and including us! We are honored! Hope you have a wonderful trip! Can’t wait to follow you on your travels!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank y’all so much for chatting with us and for making delicious ice cream! We loved our stop there! ❤️

  • @katpow5437
    @katpow5437 Před 2 lety +2

    Fantastic video of our area! I will re-explore my stomping grounds again because of your video. Been many years since I have been to these outskirt areas and now as a retiree you have me eager to pay these places another visit. Thank you!

  • @ahhitskatie9094
    @ahhitskatie9094 Před 2 lety +4

    Absolutely incredible! How you guys manage to find all of these neat places is truly a gift 🥺❤️ The cliff dwellings are a gem, as well as the trail you found!!

  • @jlknapp505
    @jlknapp505 Před 3 měsíci

    I first visited the Gila Cliff Dwellings in 1958. Back then, it was quite primitive compared with what you see today. We were escorted by a man named Campbell, 'Doc' if I recall correctly, and he was a 'dollar a year' employee who protected the site.
    No bridge over the Gila River at the time; my car flooded, and he came down with a team of horses and pulled me out. We later rented horses from him (I ended up with a mule named "White Rat', that later fell victim to a mountain lion) and admired his use of hot water from a spring to heat his store/house in the winter. Good memories!

  • @lisaf-d8521
    @lisaf-d8521 Před 2 lety +6

    I’m so enjoying this journey. I’ve been following you ever since I found you by way of your exceptionally well written blog post on traveling with a reactive dog. As travelers with a reactive dog, we appreciate that you show places where you can comfortably and safely adventure with your fur baby.
    Plus, your style of travel off the beaten path is similar to ours. I think my spreadsheet of places to visit is going to fill up by the end of this series based on all the fascinating places you’ve shared with us in just your last two videos!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +3

      We feel your pain about having a reactive pup! It is TOUGH! And there is a lot of anxiety and stress behind the camera when it comes to having Kona with us. But we are so glad she can join us for things and mostly it isn't embarrassing! We have loved visiting some lesser known spots so far. Hopefully we can give you more ideas as we continue on!

  • @ericwardlaw2355
    @ericwardlaw2355 Před 2 lety +2

    Y'all are the best channel on CZcams!

  • @julietafoya957
    @julietafoya957 Před 5 měsíci

    You guys do such a great job with your videos! I will be heading to that area of New Mexico soon and I can't wait to check out lots of the places y'all visited. Thanks for sharing!

  • @peteacevedo3411
    @peteacevedo3411 Před 2 lety +1

    We really enjoy watching all your videos last year. We are in the high mountains of Colorado a retired couple who love your adventure. Keep posting and be safe.

  • @jasonburns9488
    @jasonburns9488 Před 2 lety +1

    Silver City, so cool. Kona looked amazed on the catwalk. Stargazing was nice! 🔭

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      She looked better than she felt lol! The holes on the bridge scared her a bit, but she was brave!

  • @jamar959
    @jamar959 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the new graphics & map at the beginning!

  • @SchoandJo
    @SchoandJo Před 2 lety +1

    We really enjoyed learning about the Gila Cliff dwellings. That’s really cool to learn about some of the parts of the US we’ve never even heard about before. Those photos turned out amazing! I think that’s our favorite photograph of Brisket the Van ever.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Brisket looked like a star! 💫🤩 thank you for helping keep us awake so we could actually stay up and take the photos!

  • @johnlenart597
    @johnlenart597 Před 2 lety

    NM - truly the land of enchantment. Love the vibrant colors on the buildings and houses. Only 53 days until spring!! Looks like Kona was guiding mom and dad like the white dog was guiding the goats. 👍👍🙋‍♂️

  • @garywood9119
    @garywood9119 Před 2 lety

    Finally, tempted my interest - Cosmic Campground. Thanks.

  • @robingastonia9192
    @robingastonia9192 Před 2 lety +1

    I found the first of your journey, and it is amazing. The west is just amazing. I love the cliff dwellings, but really I loved it all. I watched parts of the Alaska last night, and this morning I found the beginning of your journey. I am really enjoying every single video and all the amazing places you have gone. I loved the old mine too. You have the right idea on how to travel. Thank you so much for sharing your journey.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We are so lucky and thankful for all the places we have been to already!

  • @nomaderic
    @nomaderic Před 2 lety

    I agree. Every little small town I visited in New Mexico I met so many people who would just sit and have long conversations with you. Everyone is so super nice everywhere i visited there. And don't get me started on the food, always amazing. So so many little hidden gems to discover in New Mexico, I see something amazing everytime I pass through

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      We couldn't agree more! Beautiful nature, delicious food, and great people!

  • @AlaskanAmblers
    @AlaskanAmblers Před 2 lety +1

    We love southern Utah and all of the ancient cliff-dwelling ruins, but Gila looks absolutely amazing. It is now on our bucket list. The Catwalk looked cool too, and that whole area deserves more exploration! Thanks for sharing your experiences.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We totally agree! Such an underrated area!

    • @GrandmaBev64
      @GrandmaBev64 Před rokem

      A lot of Utah and Arizona's cliff dwellings are blown up and destroyed. It's pretty messed up!

  • @ozarksbackroads5484
    @ozarksbackroads5484 Před rokem

    you got a nice shot of the Andromeda galaxy there on your night photos... nice video... :)

  • @dbsoundguy782
    @dbsoundguy782 Před rokem +1

    You have found the most special area in the lower 48. You have only scratched the surface of what there is to see and do there. Very few people know about the Gila.

  • @jonathantower
    @jonathantower Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your experienes. Well done on the astrophotography! They turned out great.

  • @WhenAdventureKnox
    @WhenAdventureKnox Před 2 lety +3

    The artwork in Silver City is so pretty, and the coffee shop was amazingly eclectic! 😍 Really loved your exploration of the cliff dwellings. Interesting how you were allowed to do a self tour but weren't at Mesa Verde, I guess it doesn't get the same visitor numbers? Your night sky photos were really good, but I especially loved the one with the van in it! I think my favourite from this video has to have been the Catwalk. Reminds me a bit of the El Caminito del Rey in southern Spain - not that I've done it... had planned to but COVID cancelled that trip!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We do think Mesa Verde allows people to explore one dwelling on their own, but it was closed during our visit. The self guided, but have a ranger nearby, format is definitely our favorite! This spot was way less busy too, which was a huge perk. We loved the photo with the van in it too! Brisket looks like a star 🤩 Holy cow that spot in Spain looks EPIC! Adding that to the list!

  • @robertcolpitts4534
    @robertcolpitts4534 Před 2 lety

    We knew Doc and Ida Campbell when we were much younger (late 1970s). They were a sweet and charming couple. I hope their children and grand children are still there! Glad to see the Campbell store is still a going concern! Gila Cliff Dwellings is a wonderful place. We visited it on a number of occasions. So glad you had the opportunity to go!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Oh that’s so awesome! We had a great time in that area! It was such a gem!

  • @LikeALeafOnTheWind
    @LikeALeafOnTheWind Před 11 měsíci +1

    8:02 you drove right past my folks place. :)

  • @lisafayepranger8561
    @lisafayepranger8561 Před rokem

    I love that you guys saw javelina

  • @sandyzalecki1145
    @sandyzalecki1145 Před 11 měsíci

    I spent 11 years exploring that part of New Mexico. It's definitely an under rated part of the world. I went to the Catwalk I don't know how many times. It was a favorite place of mine to hike.

  • @bwdavis4573
    @bwdavis4573 Před 9 měsíci

    Really nice job guys. Especially good soundtrack choices. Great summary of the area with good background info and brief map views. Can't wait to follow your trail. Godspeed.

  • @rmtorres131
    @rmtorres131 Před 2 lety

    You have a great arial shot of the neighborhood I grew up in. Made me instantly homesick as I love in Tennessee nowadays.

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 Před 2 lety +1

    Alaska...take your time and enjoy!

  • @alexandrogomez6625
    @alexandrogomez6625 Před 2 lety +3

    I’m from Deming NM. I’m sure you guys passed by. But if you ever stop in Deming, you have to eat at Irma’s. Hands down some of the best New Mexican food. Especially the carne asada smothered burritos. There also a place called city of rocks between Deming and silver that I think you guys would really like. Love to see your videos and your explorations in NM

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +2

      That sounds delicious! And we hear city of rocks is super cool!

  • @davidhenderson594
    @davidhenderson594 Před 2 lety

    Great video,looking forward to seeing all the places that you visit.

  • @VandyStarkweather
    @VandyStarkweather Před 2 lety

    So well done, thank you for this. My favorite places, and great background music too.

  • @BrentHall
    @BrentHall Před 2 lety

    Great vlog! It's always interesting to see my town from someone else's perspective, especially since I live and film videos here everyday, lol. I just found your channel and am enjoying the recent content so far! Also, yes, Tranquil Buzz is the best coffee shop ever.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We’re glad you’re here! Tranquil Buzz was such a neat spot. One of our favs we’ve been to. Thanks for watching!

  • @georgejaltgelt
    @georgejaltgelt Před 6 měsíci

    yall are great!

  • @stevedietrich8936
    @stevedietrich8936 Před 2 lety +5

    Not sure of your exact route, or how far along you are by the time that you released this video, but US 60 between Show Low AZ and Globe AZ is a pretty drive that switchbacks down several hundred feet to cross the Salt River. The drives from Globe south towards Winkleman, and west towards Superior are scenic as well.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for the tip! That’s a bit north of where our route is, but good to know for the future!

    • @stevedietrich8936
      @stevedietrich8936 Před 2 lety +5

      @@AdventuresofAplusK Are you coming across on I-10? There is some good hiking in Chiricauhua NM, some nice scenery at Bisbee (Queen Bee mine tours), a really sweet cave at Kartchner Caverns. Also nice hiking in the Tortolita Mtns (just north of Tucson), and in the Catalinas. You can also scale Picacho Peak.

    • @mnkochoa
      @mnkochoa Před 2 lety

      My wife and I have been following you guys for about a year now. Although we're at different stages in life, we love watching your journey and the places you go. We know we are getting s late start as we plan our retirement, and hope to get to many of the sites you've shown us! Thank you!

  • @tracycole3941
    @tracycole3941 Před 2 lety

    Another awesome video. Thanks for the great info!!

  • @wendiewaldman5571
    @wendiewaldman5571 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for your wonderful views and reviews of our area❤️

  • @sarahn.4775
    @sarahn.4775 Před 2 lety

    That night sky is amazing! Beautiful photos! What a fun video!

  • @bradgingerich6814
    @bradgingerich6814 Před 2 lety

    Yay! Super fun vlog you guys! This was so much fun! Those small western towns are always so cool! Also, I love the new intro! Thanks again guys, you're the best!!!!

  • @SwiftyTravels
    @SwiftyTravels Před 2 lety

    So glad for you to highlight my home state of New Mexico! The Gila has so much to offer!! Great video!

  • @kellymoffitt6786
    @kellymoffitt6786 Před 2 lety

    From Buda, TX here 🙂 You guys are awesome. I love watching the videos where you're on the way to your destination. One of the best feelings as a Texan when going to the mountains is getting out of Texas and seeing the landscape change slowly. Gives me goosebumps. Looking forward to your journey to Alaska! Be safe ✌️

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      We know and love that feeling! It has been awesome to see mountains and new scenery!

  • @ptywgn57
    @ptywgn57 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for giving us so many great ideas!

  • @CherayaMiyoko
    @CherayaMiyoko Před 2 lety

    Wow!! Those photos look incredible!!! So amazing! So spectacular!!

  • @cashstt716
    @cashstt716 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video… Love the music choices… Footage was fantastic as well… You guys have really upped your game this year… Cannot wait for each video on this awesome Alaska journey…

  • @Phylonyous
    @Phylonyous Před 2 lety

    Doc Campbell’s is legit! Their old west women’s lot section is the best!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Doc Camp bell’s was a very nice surprise! We’d love to return in the high season to see it in full swing!

  • @naomilopez4219
    @naomilopez4219 Před 2 lety

    Hi there I’m so happy I found your channel! It’s nice knowing the history of the places you visit. Silver City New Mexico was very beautiful with the awesome hiking trails! Loved the scenery along the way! Thank you so much for sharing a little of your travel adventures! Happy and safe travels to you both! 😊

  • @christieo2739
    @christieo2739 Před 2 lety

    The cliff dwellings were so cool!

  • @katharinecarmichael7759
    @katharinecarmichael7759 Před 4 měsíci

    My hometown & Birth State. New Mexico Raised & Born. Proud of it too! Also, To most whom don't know. We are Also the Real & True & Active Still Volcano State! We have Every type, Super too. Marrs, only found here. As well as Lava Tubes. & much more.
    We have been the Ocean, many times & will be Again.
    We are Part of the Ring of Fire, And of course our Active Rift too, The Rio Grande Rift. Don't forget Our Hot Springs. Throughout this State. Also City of Rocks. Black Mountain (Active Volcano) & many more.
    My Mom worked in the mine for 30 years.
    There is far more to do & See in Our Amazing State.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing! We love New Mexico. We just passed through again a couple weeks ago and we're always blown away by the state. So much to do and see and is very underrated!

  • @laurenchristensen7194
    @laurenchristensen7194 Před 2 lety

    Found this on random, but getting to see my hometown on screen is amazing! It honestly made me a little emotional watching you guys enjoy the very town that I love so dearly.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much for watching 💗

    • @jesusarizaga4065
      @jesusarizaga4065 Před 2 lety

      Hello from Silver City!!! I missed it when I lived in South Carolina.... Have a great day

  • @glendasharp5057
    @glendasharp5057 Před 2 lety

    Particularly enjoyed your Milky Way photos. Thank you for sharing. Agreed - it's never too cold for ice cream.

  • @halemeister
    @halemeister Před 2 lety

    Lots of beautiful sights to see in that area. You guys captured it well and told great stories about various information points and historical locations!

  • @Jeshuaspeer
    @Jeshuaspeer Před 2 lety

    Love the reference to living in a van down by the river lol!

  • @chrisross3631
    @chrisross3631 Před 2 lety

    I'm digging the new intro! Great astro pics too! That would be such a cool experience to be out under the stars. 🌌

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We’re so glad you like the intro! You’ll be seeing it for many months to come haha

  • @jatraveler1277
    @jatraveler1277 Před 2 lety +1

    I've been to Catwalk, was an unexpected treat. Thanks for the memories of that area of New Mexico.
    Loved your epic Milky Way photos.
    Hope you get to Chiricahua NM... amazing place.

  • @davidnilles3117
    @davidnilles3117 Před 2 lety

    Great stuff! I loved the artwork in Silver City. I bet the ruins were fun, and the night sky was awesome! Thanks for sharing and enjoy your trip. 👍

  • @jamesrich3190
    @jamesrich3190 Před 2 lety

    Glad you enjoyed my home state. I love it here, need to visit the Gila area more, thanks for the scouting trip.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      We loved the area so much! Can’t wait to explore it more someday!

  • @deborahacosta5873
    @deborahacosta5873 Před 2 lety

    Seeing this video makes me homesick

  • @chrisgoldsby4103
    @chrisgoldsby4103 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for another wonderful video! Definitely your beautiful videos are a highlight in our lives! It was wonderful to see the Gila National Forest.This area is mentioned in Aldo Leopold's writings about conservation and we never been to this part of New Mexico!! Thanks again!!!

  • @michaels8342
    @michaels8342 Před 2 lety

    Great scenery and photography…love New Mexico…I’m ready for ice cream now…thanks for bringing it!!

  • @adelea6761
    @adelea6761 Před 2 lety +5

    Omg!! I live in and am from Silver City!! How exciting. I hope you guys enjoyed your stay💕☺️

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +4

      That is awesome! We had a wonderful time and met so many friendly locals. Y'all know how to make outsiders feel welcome!

  • @blahblah14u
    @blahblah14u Před 2 lety

    I am watching amazing videos of cool places from a couple who live in a van down by the river! Great intro guys!

  • @elsie3550
    @elsie3550 Před 2 lety

    Route 152 is a beautiful drive and Hillsboro is a cute town.

  • @peterwuelfing
    @peterwuelfing Před rokem

    Another gret episode. Thanks.

  • @1robertmkelly
    @1robertmkelly Před 2 lety

    That definitely was the Milky Way! Great shots of it. Thanks for sharing this fun trip 😃

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Thank you! Was so excited to get to see it! Hoping to do a Timelapse video of it next time 😄

  • @lorenaluera4541
    @lorenaluera4541 Před 2 lety

    I grew up there. Made me miss it. I need to visit soon!

  • @bobyonker3100
    @bobyonker3100 Před 2 lety

    Such a beautiful and unique place. We were glad we got to experience the Gila Cliff Dwellings and Silver City when we lived in NM. Oh and you had us ooohing at the Poblano Butternut squash soup. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ammp1619
    @ammp1619 Před 2 lety

    So happy I came across this video! I’m planning a trip to NM this year and this is so helpful!

  • @courtneykappel370
    @courtneykappel370 Před 2 lety

    I love how you always give some history on the areas you are visiting. Oh, and that Guinness Beef Stew looked so yumee and comfortingee.

  • @1121gsm
    @1121gsm Před 2 lety

    New Mexico is my new favorite state. And you're right--the people are the friendliest ever. Unfortunately, I live about 10 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and can only get there about once a year. Thanks for this vicarious trip to the Land of Enchantment.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We are so glad you love NM! Where are your favorite spots in the state?

    • @1121gsm
      @1121gsm Před 2 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK Taos. Santa Fe, and surrounding areas.

  • @AdventuresAreOutThere
    @AdventuresAreOutThere Před 2 lety +3

    Love small, quaint little towns like Silver City! The coffee shop looked so cool! And y'alls soup looked delicious! The Cliff Dwellings do look like MEsa Verde! With a lot less people :) What a cool store and ice cream! So glad they still sell it in the winter. Coffee flavor yes please! You will learn or maybe you already know Alaska is the top seller of ice cream and they are always cold, lol! Awesome nighttime sky pics with the van too! That Catwalk Rec. Area looked so cool! Great road trip so far!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Soooo many less people at both the cliff dwellings and everywhere else! Makes us love visiting these less popular spots even more 😍 And it sounds like Alaska is our perfect place then! There is an ice cream shop that we have wanted to visit for years there and we cannot wait to finally go 🙌🏼

    • @L4JRapture
      @L4JRapture Před 2 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK This was awesome!! You made me hop up to put Coffee Ice Cream on my shopping list, hahahah! :)

  • @jamiewalters4
    @jamiewalters4 Před 2 lety

    We've really enjoyed our time in NM, though we haven't been in the SW area. The cliff dwellings looked really cool. Ha! Kathryn busting Adam's chops on this food descriptions. So funny! Adam, she's giving you grief, been smacking your butt.... sheesh!! LOL. The dark sky area looked amazing!!! Awesome photos! The catwalk looked tremendous!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Just gotta keep his renowned food descriptions in check! 😜😜

  • @UncleKauffee
    @UncleKauffee Před rokem

    You were so close to Mogollon. I always do mogollon and catwalk the same day. I also always do the cliffdwellings and the gila hot springs the same day.
    Magical place that is actually like as little of people as possible to find out about. Part of its intrigue to go along with all of the beauty is that very few people know of it and there aren’t crowds. I live the headwaters of the gila.
    The cliff dwellings only have one way in and out via road though. You have to leave the same way you came. Eventually when leaving the road will allow you to continue on to silver city or turn towards the lake Roberts in the Mimbres valley. The Mimbres area is all a total hidden gem. Super happy to live here.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před rokem +1

      We had a great time in the area! Much of Mogollon was not open when we visited and the hot springs were also closed for the season during our visit. Hopefully we can check them out next time!

  • @alrichardson7027
    @alrichardson7027 Před 2 lety

    Hello Adventurers😊😊😊, I really enjoyed checking out the Gila Cliff Dwellings in New Mexico. It reminds me of my time at Mesa Verde National Park climbing down to the ruins. Gila seems to be less crowded. Great video👍👍👍👍!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      The entire region was way less crowded and we loved that about it!

  • @suzanneaydelotte801
    @suzanneaydelotte801 Před 2 lety

    Beautiful scenery! The cliff dwellings are SO cool! I was wondering if Konie was afraid of the catwalk…so proud of my brave and ADORABLE Konie Bear! The coffee shop was so awesome and that stew and soup looked AMAZING! I love the Milky Way shots and did I see Orion?! He’s my guy! Great job you three! “Woohoo…it was like riding the Bull!” 🤣

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      She definitely was a little nervous at times and got carried a tiny bit, but she was brave and of course cute as always ❤️ And we did see your guy Orion! Always makes me think of you!

  • @jenhalpin
    @jenhalpin Před 2 lety

    New Mexico!! So excited to follow you in this state :)

  • @roxananunez4238
    @roxananunez4238 Před 2 lety

    What a beautiful place

  • @martinasedillo8686
    @martinasedillo8686 Před 2 lety

    Enjoyed watching your video. I live here in Silver City! You guys are awesome loved seeing everywhere you went!

  • @leahsfoodjourney3477
    @leahsfoodjourney3477 Před 2 lety

    You went into one of my favorite coffee shops. It looks like they have added more things on the inside. The outside garden is beautiful as well. Love silver city!

  • @michaelmdunham3289
    @michaelmdunham3289 Před 2 lety +3

    I recently discovered your channel while researching an upcoming trip to Southern Utah, and learned so much from all the places you went last year and all the things you filmed. You guys are awesome - your videos are the perfect mix of informative and entertaining. Keep doing what you're doing, and I hope you have an amazing Journey to Alaska. I'll be along for the ride!

  • @darlenestout7548
    @darlenestout7548 Před 2 lety

    Very cool. I'm going to put that on my bucket list. Love it. Always time to ice cream 🍦 😋

  • @BlueBeeMCMLXI
    @BlueBeeMCMLXI Před rokem

    You two sweethearts know how to make a proper travelogue. Wish you the very best together, health and wisdom. You find sumptuous grooves! I truly hope there are little feet in your future.

  • @doneason4494
    @doneason4494 Před 2 lety

    I like the start of 2022 season, will be following along. Safe travels!

  • @kituwahband
    @kituwahband Před 2 lety +1

    I've wondered what it'd be like to live in one those small towns, they were so peaceful looking. Here in Muskogee, we have nothing really; a nice park, and couple of museums is about all there is!! Take care guys!!!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      It definitely seems like a peaceful way of life!

    • @evalenasbabys
      @evalenasbabys Před rokem

      I live in silver city nm, was raised out here and tho it is absolute beautiful and charming it is very corrupt and high in crime and drugs.

    • @martyspence8590
      @martyspence8590 Před rokem

      I lived in Silver City from 1949-1957. Grew up and went to school there. Lovely
      peaceful little town! I got my first job at the Gila theater at age 16 as a hostess and showed people to their seats after the show started. Saved enough money to buy my first “record player” as they were called them. It played 45 rpm records. I earned .50 cents an hour!

  • @jeangordon5220
    @jeangordon5220 Před 2 lety

    What a spectacular adventure. I really enjoy your channel. Be safe!

  • @rollinwiththedavises1938

    We visited Silver City in January of 2020. Like you this was the only cliff dwellings we had visited other than Mesa Verde. Almost felt like we were breaking some kind of rule by being in there on our own after the restrictions at the NP. (Apparently there are other cliff dwellings in Colorado where you have the same freedom to explore). Truly an amazing adventure. It was a snowy day for us also and we opted for coffee at the Trading Post. You are spot on about the people of Silver City. We are from the East Coast and the politeness of the drivers in Silver City blew us away. We were on a whirlwind vacation trip where we only stayed one night in each location but we are planning to go back to Silver City when we have more time to explore. If you ever get back be sure to hit up the mining museum. Watch those high sidewalks though.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      Those high sidewalks were a big surprise haha! Definitely gotta watch where you walk 😂 And we also felt like we were breaking the rules somehow. It was so fun to explore on our own!