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I tried camping at Walmart about three years ago and there were other RVs there and I was asked to leave I’m not sure the reason because I did not do anything to be asked to leave and that would be very nice if they let myself go to Walmart once in a while but I don’t know what the reason I’m sure it was a good run and I hope I’m treated more friendly at my next stop thank you for your information and for allowing me to leave a c call comments
**parking, not camping. Please do not spend prolonged periods there as many stores don't like it. Depending on location, some of them consider RVs to be an eyesore.
Thanks for emphasizing the importance of being good citizens and good guest while at Wal-Mart parking lots and other places. Not attracting any attention to yourself and your rig by not setting up camp is only being respectful. I also like the idea of shopping where you overnight park and supporting the business that has offered the opportunity for you to rest without charging you a fee. If everyone would follow the recommendations that you highlighted maybe the opportunities for such overnight parking will expand instead of diminish. Thanks for taking the time to create the video.
I am still in the "research" stage of a future RV lifestyle. Not yet ready to retire at only 59 but, don't want to wait so long that the grandkids don't think it's cool to go on vacation with their grandparents. Love your advice and videos. Keep 'em coming!
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Wonderful video. We stopped at a Walmart for a few hours on our trip down from Maine to NC when we could not find a campground and it probably saved our life. We were so very tired and grateful for a safe place to rest for a few hours. Say what you will about Walmart but I am forever thankful for their policy and will thank them with my dollars when I can.
Having been a across country trucker for 40 years,Walmarts are a blessing,Lets respect them always with keeping everything on the clean side and no foot prints. love your show
great info. One more thing that is good to remember. All Walmart stores have trucks delivering at night. Just make sure that you are not near the loading dock or in their way
Also have found that the best place to park (often by request of the management) is down by the Garden/Outdoor entrance. Of course we park far far away from the entrance, but on that specific end of the parking lot. We also look for other RV'ers and/or trucks and follow their suit. Always works out perfect!!!
"Always carry your AK47".... I am more of an AR15 fan. When I was growing up in the 80's and we did the Holiday travel from Texas to California, my father who pinch pennies till they'd screamed always had us over nite at Walmart parking lots. I got to know every Walmart on I40 between Amarillo and Barstow. Thank you for this video.
My wife Wanda and I are very long time RVers. Our first trailer we purchased used. It was a 22 ft. Fireball. We will be married 52 years April 23rd and our children were two and four years old at that time. Things have change built camp grounds after the war. There was little work back then so the government developed a work party program to build camp grounds called forest camps. The camp grounds were always free to the public to use. Other campers were always very courteous and friendly. Sharing a camp fire was quite common. The users of the forest camps always left a clean camp site. The rangers would normally stop by to say hello and would always sit and have coffee with us and tell us where the fish were planted in the river. My son caught his first limit of trout at three years old with a little help from dad. Great memories. My son and daughter now do much of their camping on the same little Natches river in Washington State. Keep up the good work. We very much love to watch your travel videos. Bob and Wanda Prong, Olympia Washington.
As a limo driver for 15 yesrs I've been hanging out at Walmarts killing time practically living in the stretch. I always pull up adjacent the narrow median at the end of the row or outermost fringe.
Loved your video. I’m a long time die hard camper. At 63 and a single woman I’m seriously considering trading in the tent for a nice RV. One of the tips I loved the most, was “Be a GRACIOUS GUEST”. Getting older and having experienced a much younger generation of campers I’ve found that much of the old traditions such as quiet time usually is between 10 pm and 6 am and it’s really not cool to pull into a space and run your noisy generator or party all night long then leave your trash scattered about. So kudos to you both for reminding us all to be kind, courteous and most all just because you didn’t put it there doesn’t mean ya can’t pick it up and toss it in the trash. Happy Trails to you both.
Thanks for the tips! I bought my first RV 3-18-16 out of town ( my 66 birthday to me) a 1989 Monaco Crown Royal pulling my Malibu on a U-hall trailer went to Walmart for a adapter needless to say the RV is wired backwards R turn is left and so on, and now it is dark. Went back in for food an asked for a place to camp over night and she said our parking lot was fine. Love Walmart.
Last fall I became a Wal*Mart "Parker"!!! Extended cab, short bed pickup with a tall cap. I made a platform for my twin bed mattress and had all the sheets, blankets and comforters I needed. Yes, the street sweepers did linger for an hour or so but I took two PM painkillers and I was out like a light. The first night was kind of weird but every night after that it got more normal. This was in Falmouth, Mass for those who like Cape Cod. The store was great also especially the bathroom. Thank you Wal*Mart big time.
My Uncle was good friends with Sam, Sam would go around to every store and wanted to met everyone, he would drive his pickup truck to the stores alone. He was in fact a camper and preferred it to hotels...
Sam was also known to be frugal and they would share Hotel/Motel rooms on business trips. Meaning executives bunked up...LOL I'm guessing the RV was before he did the plane thing as he flew to stores...he indeed liked to see every store for himself. Not many CEO's would do that today. Of course it's not Sams Wal-Mart anymore, probably rolling around in his grave.
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Never watched one of y'all's videos before. I love this not only because of the great tips but because you talk about being a good guest:, picking up litter if you notice, spending a bit of cash there. You're good people and it's awesome to encourage each other to be good too.
+Natalie Thomas Thank you! And welcome. You make a great point. The world will be a better place if we all encourage one another to do the right thing. :)
I'm glad you mentioned the local ordinances. I live in such a community, and I'm a police officer. The local Walmart has put some signs up, but we sometimes get called to enforce the ordinance because the store doesn't want to get fined. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don't take it out on the store management, they don't want to kick you out any more than I do, but unfortunately the townspeople have spoken here. Happy RVing!
Even though that I am personally up on the Walmart game...thank you for the useful info especially for the green people you think would no better that I have personally witnessed making it complicated for all the smart boondockers. Education is the key.
Just purchased our first RV small Class A and we have not gone on our first trip yet. There's so much to learn but there are so many good resources like this video. I appreciate the fact folks like these are so willing to share their knowledge.
did this while on tour with my band, we brought them lots of business each time we parked there, they should accept it as people probably need to stop and get things there anyways
I have heard a lot of negatives about Walmart parking overnight, but your video has changed my mind. Thank you for this., you both are very informative. I've been watching your stuff as I am a newbee to the travel trailer world.
There was a no overnight parking ordinance in Castle Rock, Colorado, yet they very kindly offered to let us park all night when I asked. Very nice community!!
Thank you for all the info , we will be watching all of your videos. We are now preparing to take our trailer on the road, its been sitting in a park since we purchased it ...... 1994. I know its old but we want to use it for one season on the road , we will then buy a new one once we learn what will best suit our needs. We purchased new tires and checked brakes and bearings. Again Thank you from John and Donna, Ontario, Canada.
I have done this with my wife on our cross country trip from Washington state to Disney World Florida. With only one exception, we found this to be a great idea. We also stopped at a Cabela's and it was also a great stop too.
Spent my first night in a Walmart on my way to New Mexico. I was first in and 2 hours later there were 5 more. Good experience. Have also parked in truck stops and have, so far, always been accepted and most definitely felt safe. Enjoyed the video and thanks for the tips.
Great tips. Few things I learned - Don't ask if it's OK to park. If there is a local ordinance they are required to say "No" when really I found they don't care. Better to ask forgiveness than to ask permission. Also don't park close to where the carts are collected. More than once I've had the teenager that collects them make as much noise as possible at 3am (singing loudly and crashing carts) with the intention of waking up the RV'ers parked in His lot. Generally I've found the lots very safe. Every Walmart I've parked has had cameras. I always go in and buy something and never put out the plastic pink flamingos.
My wife and I are planning to spend a total of 6 nights at various Walmarts throughout our upcoming big trip out west. I think this was a really well done video and makes me feel comfortable with this idea.
Excellent Video, my wife and I use Walmarts all the time traveling back and forth from FL to NJ and visa versa, as we are Senior Snowbirds, and just can't afford to use commercial campgrounds anymore.
Thanks for the great tips. My husband and I are in the "getting rid of junk and researching" stage and hope to become full timers in a year. So looking forward to it!
Yes they are BUT you have a large number of people pulling trailers that pull in and unhook and let awning out and put out their chairs and grill and act like it is a camping area, they are the ones who are RUINING IT FOR EVERYONE! One Walmart reported that a bunch in a trailer put everything out and next morning they dumped their black tank onto the parking lot before they left, there again, it is the Low-Life Trailer Trash that is doing this and giving everyone a bad rap!
@@johnthomas8973 omg that's disgusting it only take 1 to mess it up for everyone... that kinda reminds of the show about the traveling gypsy go to diff areas with their rvs n leave fecal matter n trash everywhere n they do it on people's personal property sad!
What's not to like? You guys are nice, down to earth, full of good info and hilarious, too. Thanks for taking the time to do this, and for doing it so well, too.
gmaneis Thanks for your kind post. It's refreshing to get some positive feedback here on RU-vid - where no good deed goes unpunished! Cheers to you :-)
Great video! We are huge Walmart overnighters. We've only encountered one in our travels that has not allowed overnight parking. But, the large grocery store next door to it was fine with it so we stayed there. One thing we have encountered in our Walmart nights is the occasional 'yahoo' who thinks it's funny to drive through the lot in the middle of the night honking his horn and screeching his tires. But, hey! It's free..so no complaints. We always purchase items at the stores we park at overnight. Most are okay with you unhitching your trailer of the day too. It can be difficult fuelling up in the city with a longer rig, so being able to dump the trailer for a few hours is so helpful. We also put out our slides, being careful to have them on the side that they won't run into by passing vehicles. When we first started to use Walmart to overnight, we thought that was a huge no-no. But apparently, they don't really mind at all! No chairs, BBQs or awnings though. That's getting a bit too comfortable. Let's not abuse their generosity and ruin it for everyone.
I just bought a travel trailer without slides because I thought that would be seen as being too comfortable lol. I just wanted to be as stealth as possible when staying in their lots.
Thank you once again you two. I love your videos and they always give me the confidence to try things I have been wanting to try. You two are doing a wonderful thing for people.
I just got moved not kicked out of a walmart. I have been at this walmart for over 6 months. Not bad. I love walmart. I was back up next to the rear of the building they told me to rest at the front and not to back up to the building. No problem happy to comply with the request.
I was an OTR driver for 20 years and just bought a 35' Class A, parking stops are golden to a tired driver, I would take up parking where the 4-wheelers park (with permission) so many of them are so inconsiderate, I will take up a few of "their" spots before I'd use a spot for a big rig....every time! HAPPY TRAILS!
New subscriber, and new RV owner enjoying your videos immensely. Very helpful. I appreciate your honest and laid-back manner. Sean, you have a professional narrator's voice. Well done. Safe travels!
Great videos! I'm a dedicated Walmart overnighter & shopper. My class A rv is always full of Walmart food & other items. I buy about 6 auto batteries every 3 years & inverters, fuses, rv toilet paper and bed linens. So, thank you Walmart for the free overnight parking in many places, ie: flagstaff, big bear, palm springs, h. beach & etc. My rv is ready to go but I'm stuck at home for now. Happy trails!
That is great to hear that WalMart welcomes all the parking. I have noticed that they also seem to welcome the truckers as I see them around the side or back where they unload at however it is usually not in a paved area.
+Long Long Honeymoon So do you park in the 24hour walmarts onlyor can you park at the ones that close at eleven or midnite?Great video and information!Cheers
I just bought a brand new 2015 RV Spree due to your videos and the fun you guys have shown to us, looking forward to my first RV trip/camping of my life, thanks for all the tips, are pretty helpful. Keep it up!
I've parked in dozens of WalMart's, and thank you so much for the fine advice. A spot next to a bit of greenery on the door-side of the camper is nice. Carefully parking with proper tilt and slant, as well as away from a light which will shine into your eyes all night, is one of my priorities. Also, shopping in the middle of the night is a crowd-free pleasure. Thanks for a fine Vid.
"An oasis of asphalt", such poetry and helpful tips, we love it. We are counting down to our RV adventure in Canada and are getting some great tips from you both, thanks. 😀👍👍
Great tips. I don't own an rv but I recently took two trips from nj to wv and was tired so slept at Walmart when I got to wv and it was a great experience. Bathroom, food, and no one bothered me sleeping. Even when they were moving carts around.
Wayne Quick Not true, I live on the Beach in NW FL and our two local Walmart's allow overnighting, I see them on my way to work @0500. Our Walmart parking lot is 1 mi from the beach by the way 😎
We enjoyed our 24' Class C because of the ease of parking in almost any parking lot. We have spent many nights in Rest stops, Walmart, Flying J as well as many other truck stops. One of our trips was to a 2 day Civil War reenactment that was really not set up for overnight parking and there were no camp grounds close. We went to a Walmart close by. We were off by ourselves. Oklahoma summers are very hot even at night. We ran our generator all night for our AC. It cost us about 4 gal. of gas. We usually do a little shopping there as well as the truck stops. It's easy to hide in a smaller motor home that a truck and trailer. Thanks for the tips
We do the WalMart thing a lot but I really liked some of your insight (especially to stay away from Small-Marts), and I didn't know about Cabela's! Thanks so much for the video!!!
Spot The Scotts Thanks guys! Yes, we have learned the hard way about the Small Marts... And the Cabela's in the video is in Billings, Montana. Safe travels!
I really like the two of you; you're very down to earth and classy. I haven't yet bought a trailer but have been researching some of the problems I might encounter and as a single woman, safety is a key issue for me. I think common sense goes a long way as does common courtesy. If you treat others like you'd like to be treated, that covers a lot of ground. But if you don't feel safe, your advice of "just leave" is very sound. Thanks so much for this video, I look forward to seeing other videos by the two of you. AND carry on with the honeymoon!
Hey guys. Brand new RVers here from Calgary AB Canada. Great video. Love the Style, the vibe you both have, and editing and relaxed pace. Properly captured audio is very much appreciated. Just subscribed. Thank you and here we go Walmart!
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We have been RVing with our very old trailer for 10 years. (this trailer was from 1984 and the colors were all the earth tones from the 70's, all it needed was a disco ball). Just purchased a newer model and we will start to travel more. I watch your video about staying at Walmart. I had heard that you could do that so I appreciated the info. One question. Do we need to wear our pajama bottoms while we are setting up our trailer to fit in with the people I see shopping there?
funny thing is you are right I have seen pajamas everywhere from Florida to Alaska in Walmart I actually am shocked when we go and do not see anyone in Pajamas
Love your channel. Consider adding "Do not detach the tow vehicle". In a portion of your video it shows someone doing this. There is a Walmart in our area that was forced to cease overnight parking because too many people detached and by doing so left an uninsured trailer in their lot. In our area the tow vehicle carries the insurance for the trailer but only if it is attached.
You guys are great. I am new to RVing. 72 years old. I am getting excited about RVing. I am also alone but I am friendly so I do not have trouble making friends. It would be great to find that special one to travel with but if not I am happy by myself
I popped up my 83' Coleman popup in the parking lot at maybe 2am. Set up popup in 2 spots disconnected and we were far away from traffic lines. Parked my car next to it. Woke up hearing a horn and chatter and a kid crying. The parking lot was packed out. It was so funny that I couldn't stop laughing as I broke it down. I always buy at least $25 of stuff every time I camp there plus coffee and breakfast. 24 hour security at Super Centers is a bonus.
A Carson City NV Walmart requested and received a No Overnight Parking ordinance after a guy set up camping in the parking lot for many many days, awning and chairs out, littering, etc. When authorities made him depart, he damaged his rig leaving -- and threatened to sue. As a result, no overnight parking there. I live there and know this is true.
GizmoBee1702 That's a sad story, and an example of how one irresponsible person can ruin a good thing for everyone. It underscores the need for all of us to be considerate guests when overnight parking at Walmart. Thanks for sharing.
Anna Russell If you're offering parking for RV's behind your store, and you are certain that the municipality where you are located will allow it, post your location and contact info. Also check to see how large of a rig can get there. Thank you!
Dan Jacobs That is a really good idea! Some retailers might be limited by landlords or shopping plaza owners, but it would be worth looking into. Our parking lot is too small but it might be an option for others with bigger properties. I'll bring it up when talking to them. We're a gateway to a recreation region so the Chamber might even look into it. Thanks!
Thank you for your efforts. You might not be able to get others to see where you are coming from on this issue, but instead of crying over Wal-Mart moving in, folks could try to fight for the customers they could get by opening up what they can to folks, attracting them to come visit you and not the Walton Family. If they can park there, they will probably come!
Yes, if more business owners would welcome RV travelers then it would naturally lead to more business. Most RV owners would welcome alternatives to Walmart.
I think it is always a good idea to check with the manager instead of just pulling in and setting up for the night, just to let them know you are there. It is simply good manners. Another thing I have run into is that at several Wal Marts, especially in larger metro areas, do not own their parking lots, these are the ones where "No RV parking" signs are displayed everywhere, and I have seen tire boots placed by the local police on trailers and tow vehicles. There are safety regulations so you can't be towed if the camper or rig is occupied, but there is no regulation that your vehicles can't be "booted" until the fine is paid. Excellent video, keep them coming.
Thanks for the tips. The unbeleivable number of comments is proof of their pertinence. I did not read them all, but I would like to add another tip. Every morning we go Inside to the service counter, ask the see the manager, tell him or her that we had asked permission to stay overnight and wished to express our thanks. The surprise and the grin or their face is worth it !!
Great idea! Managers are constantly dealing with negative feedback, so I bet you really take 'em by surprise and make their day. More people should follow your example. 👍
Thanks for sharing your insights on creative free overnight parking. Of course you make real the innuendos associated for this "take-a-chance" approach. But you present it as another excitement in this free life with worldly hospitality. Lol! Very inviting for sure.
We are new to RVing and the best app i have found is RV Parky. The maps shows Wal-Mart's as well as rest areas, Crackerbarrel and other choices to stop. If you click on Wal-Mart it tells of overnight parking is offered or prohibited. We are planning our first two trips and their trip planning feature is superb. If you are heading to a National or State Park, you insert the destination then search for places to stay. Very eAsy to use and insert into. You can add post it notes to remind you of things you want to see or do at that location, such as lighthouses or historic railroads. Very used friendly and an awesome tool. Loved you Visio of Wal-Mart tips. Well done.
Most walmarts that are open 24 hours will allow parking, the stores that close at night usually will not allow parking and always look for the signs, I have never seen a sign that said you could park, but if they don't allow parking there will be signs.
True, and we've even seen a few with signs claiming they didn't allow parking that actually did allow it! Often the issue is a municipal ordinance. In other words, the local government puts up the "No Overnight Parking" sign, but Walmart doesn't mind.
We've stayed at a few that closed overnight. I recall one in the northeast that turned off most of the parking lot lights at 10 PM - it got dark out there. :O
Thank you for the tips. Especially the tip on Cabela's. We are very new to camping and had no idea that Cabela's had dump stations. You've earned yourself new fans from us. :)
Nice video!, We have stayed many times in a Motorhome at Walmart and never an issue. We never put out slides or run the generator for more than a few minutes. There were a few urban areas that didn't really feel safe but we stayed anyway because of the on site security. FYI on I10 going through south Louisiana the Walmarts near the interstate have put up height bars over the entrance to not allow Truck traffic and subsequently, Motorhome or 5th wheeler traffic. Could be a local ordinance but since I couldn't get in the parking lot to do Grocery Shopping they missed my business.
Good info. I have heard that Walmarts were welcoming. I'm building an RV from a motorcoach now and I've been collecting RV lifestyle tips. Some people have said that areas near theme parks or other outstanding tourist areas have attracted the $42/night (or more) campgrounds; the owners of these campgrounds urge the local city councils and other lawmakers to make ordinances banning parking lot or road side camping. (Obvious reason.) These are often areas where Walmarts are pressured to not allow overnight parking. Unfortunately, other areas attract homeless populations and those localities attempt to regulate these conditions and this might put pressure on a Walmart in a nearby location. So if a Walmart will not allow overnight parking, it may be that they're being pressured into making that choice. Thanks for this video - it confirms observations that many of my RV full-time friends have said. Happy RV'ing!
Mic Tod™ I see quite a few RVs in the Walmart super center in Medford, OR. At least at the store on the North side of town, the South Medford store has a much tighter parking lot.
Kool. Perhaps the Walmart stores my friends were telling us about were not Super Stores? I'm happy to learn that some Walmarts may allow trailers, they are always very easy to find when traveling.
We stay in the Medford Wal-Mart every year on our way from southern BC to Arizona... never had a problem, always buy something at the store and leave early in the morning... I think they have signs up saying no overnighting but I don't think they enforce it unless you give them a reason to do so
Boss and I are on our second RV , had a class A now class B. You guys definitely have our sense of humor. We are very safety minded and make it to a range bi-monthly. Im under 2 years until retirement at which time we'll be moving from the Pacific NW to Alabama. Where we'll have a better chance of using our Great West more frequently. When settled in Alabama I plan on having a spot where we can welcome an RVer or two to come by and visit for a couple days to shake off the dusk of their long journey. I loved the video. Thanks
Now I understand it. The "People of Walmart" videos all originate from the Trailer Park at the end of he Walmart parking lot. LOL I have stayed in the lot's a time or two and it was nice to know I was safe and that I could just get some much needed rest. Thanks for you video.
Great advice. The wife and I are about to hit the road and travel. Ive had a hard time selling her on the fact that Walmart is a fact of life for full time RVing. Thanks.
One reason that they frown on Truck Drivers from parking in their Parking Lot is due to the Mess that some of them leave. Some leave their urine bottles, bags of trash. As long as people clean up after their mess, I don't think they, the store doesn't mind. There's just one group of people that doesn't keep the parking lots clean and it hurts the parking for others.
Oh, by the way, thanks for a really great thorough video for Walmart Parking. I've also heard that some Truck Stops frown on RV's Parking in their parking lots. Especially in Las Vegas. I think that it means you can't pitch your tent like you were saying about Walmart. It's to hazardous to do a camping type of situation. AOA is the best place I hear, though some aren't the nicest. There are some free lands to park on. Thanks again for a well put together video.
+Larry Pierce yes, truck stops are a last resort for us. You can usually stay there but frankly some truckers resent seeing RVs in "their" space. We'd much rather stop at Walmart, Cracker Barrel, etc. of course better yet are BLM lands - we are currently boondocking in Quartzite, AZ! Thanks again for your thoughtful posts.👍
Just got off the instant message line on their facebook page. They were very kind. Closest Super Center I saw to Quatzite that the lady gave me was up North of Parker, AZ. in Riverside, AZ. She told me each Walmart is different on their RV and Tuck Parking policies. I just imagine like you said, a courtesy call to them or to which ever Walmart you go to I'm showing that's our Walmart located at 100 W Riverside Dr, Parker, AZ 85344 The phone number is (928) 669-2161 You are also welcome to check with us when you're on the road so we can provide you the phone number to the location you'll be visiting. This the information they gave me. So, they're more than happy to make your stay a pleasant one from the way she sounded. Quatzite, AZ. I use to stop there for two things, to refill my big rig when I was a Trucker, eat, shower and sleep. Then get back on the road. The T/A Truck Stop there seemed to have plenty of room to Park. Oh, there use to be a great burger place there in Quartzite to eat, but can't remember the name of it. I think it was a Cafe. Have a safe trip. I hope I can be out there in the future. I'll leave you alone now. This old guy must sleep now. At 65 years old tires quicker.
Great tips thanks! Having worked at Walmart I can add another... if the parking lot is sloped (they often are for drainage) park on the high side or if you're in a windy place like here in Texas park upwind... shopping carts often make their way downhill or down wind and with enough speed to cause damage!
like the video, my only suggestion is please do not park at a truck stop. Not because I'm suggesting they're dangerous because you're right they're not, but because all you're doing is taking away a parking space from a commercial driver. RVs and travel trailers have way more options in parking spaces than we do. there's nothing that irritates us more than pulling into a truck stop at the end of the shift in finding RVs in a full parking lot. please don't misunderstand me I'm not suggesting that you never go to a truck stop, all I'm saying is it would be very much appreciated that you don't overnight park.
atkinstcfd25 i agree. I don't care if rvs are parked in a large independent truck stop, but it is hugely frustrating when your at your legal hours of service limit in a loves or pilot truck stop with 20 spaces and 5 rvs eating up room i really nerd.
Wow, what a great video. We use Walmart parking so much that my wife found a Walmart app on line. It list most of RV friendly Walmart's. It also list information about the ones where people have had security and other problems.
Great video, Thanks for the information. I'd like to say that you are right about if you get a strange feeling about a place, Leave it. It's best to follow your gut feelings. I have found this to be true a few times in the past. I do have a question, How do you get the sky cam shots ? Do you have a drone ? Again, Great video, and the closing was just fine...... Love the expression on your face.... ((((( Hugs ))))) to both, and hope you have a very Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year.....
+Goodolboy One Yes, we have a drone and hope to include more aerial footage in our future videos. Thanks much for your kind comments. I'm glad you understood the ending - just a bit of humor! ;-) MERRY CHRISTMAS and Happy New Year to you as well.
We live in a trucking town in Nevada. There are TONS of 18wheelers that park overnight in our Walmart parking lot. They also park vehicles for sale there also.
We traveled to a State Park in Utah once and we forgot to take daylight savings time into our calculations along with construction traffic and such. We missed getting through the entrance by 20 minutes before they closed it up. Luckily there was a Walmart a dozen miles up the road, so we tried it. My wife was very nervous, but it was actually a decent experience. Also it was super convenient to run inside the store in the morning and do some last minute shopping and get a cup of coffee.
