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Team Leash! Protect your babies!

You may know your dog but you don’t know someone else’s dog. Keep them leashed in these sort of confined spaces for everyone’s safety & enjoyment. Our Gracie is a rescue from questionable background & while she usually likes other dogs we can’t always know. I don’t want her hurt or traumatized. Nuff said! 😊

I don't understand why people hesitate to leash their dogs? It makes it so much easier to communicate with your pet quickly, and helps keep them safe. We enjoyed your video!! ❤

We had a pit that really didn't like other dogs that much. He was always on a leash. At one spot we were going on a walk and an unleashed dog came running out from a site. That didn't go well for the other dog. I'll never understand people just letting their dogs run. I agree completely with the rant!

Definitely, dogs on leash at all times, even friendly dogs can be a pain, crotch sniffing and “friendly” jumping on you, it’s uncomfortable. I love your idea of keeping certain foods on the counter so you remember to use them! I recently started doing that with potatoes and onions because they would go bad in the pantry as I would forget they were there. Glad to see you are so at home in your new rig! 🤗🤗

Chris, you are a full on, hardcore, dog mama. Jumping out of the truck and catching the puke is platinum level dog owner. I am in awe of you.

our dog is the same as the German Shepherd, she does not start a fight but she will finished if another dog chargers at her. She is protecting us and herself. Drives me crazy when people think it is ok to leave there dogs off leash.

Definitely team leash for all the reasons you mentioned. And for those with extendable leashes, please reel them in...giving your dog over 6 feet of "freedom" is same as no leash (we've had several bad encounters while walking our dogs resulting from owners who had no control because they allowed their dog too much leash.) Thank you for talking about the sensitive stuff like this, as well as the fun, the ordinary, and the educational stuff! Hubs & I look forward to your videos every week. Continued safe & happy travels!

I totally agree with you. That's my biggest gripe about camping, people not following the leash rules. They think their dog is so well trained but what about the other dog. My dog does not like other dogs and can get aggressive. She loves people. I hope you had a wonderful time in Hope Valley. It's too bad you didn't go there in late October, it's gorgeous in fall. Safe travels!

We learned two new terms today: “dooker” and “dribblege”😂😂 Awesome!

Being in construction, most of my life has been led in fear of rain. Rain=No Work. At 64 (65 later this month) I now can return to loving rain. If there's work, my seniority at work means I can get it if I want it. Editing videos while it's raining is wonderful; even more so I'm sure for you guys with that always-changing view from your office. Such a wonderful life. Love these videos, if for no other reason than to be able to live that life vicariously through them. Also really enjoy your choices of music. Thanks for sharing. Plans are made for changing❣

We have a pit that is really reactive especially on leash. She coexists with another pit and cats but reacts horrible when on leash. We have had run-ins with off leash dogs and it's very stressful. My job as her person is to keep her as safe as possible and we've survived these no-leash people for 11yrs +... I will always keep her on leash unless in a safe dog park with limited other dogs. TEAM LEASH!

We have a very similar set-up on our driver's side basement area. I installed one of the Moryde sliding cargo trays (33"x90"). There was room to screw down the Moryde Cord Reel (same as yours) on the left side of the tray, and then put the totes on the other side of the cord reel. It made it SOOOOO much nicer to get to that part of the basement without always having to duck under that baggage door. Something you should consider. As for the leash rules, I agree with you. I think a lot of dog owners are arrogant and don't even TRY to follow the rules. Even if you have the best behaved dog in the world, you can't control OTHER dogs (like charging). You are 100% right on this. Thanks for the video!

Team leash. You are such good puppy parents. Wishing you all safe travels.

Love it that you guys show the routine stuff like putting slides out, safety checks, etc. I hate when people skip over those parts.

I just went camping a couple weekends ago and the worst part about that campground was my dogs got charged twice by off leash dogs. I find it to be very irresponsible & disrespectful of others.

I love it that you show your set up, take down and travel routines in addition to your other adventures. It is a big part of the fun of camping. Makes me want to hit the road.

Yet one more reason I have a 4x4 van capable of full off-grid boondocking. Also, those Berkey replacement filters make no mention of removing bacteria etc.

Those little rocks and other 'stuff" falling off the stairs is the primary reason we had that style of stairs on our trailer switched out for the old style folding steps that hideaway outside.

How in the world you guys never argue being on the road,🙏🙏 Bless ya stress city dealing with a lot of stuff traveling also.

I love my travel berry. I haven’t travelled with my berry yet, I just filter what I need for the time I’m away and it’s the best water out!

Cord reel is even better

For your Microwave dish, cut a pool noodle just long enough to stick between the plate and the ceiling of the microwave for travel, keeps the dish in place and you dont have to hunt for the magic spot where the place drops into place every time you stop, works great, Thanks to somebody else for the great idea I cant remember who to give the credit to!

Love your 3 several couch Put the slide out

We’ve never had a residential type microwave but we’ve always taken precautions with the glass plate in the RV microwave…a pool noodle (or maybe 3) cut to the right length will prevent mishaps!

You comments regarding off leash is so true. We experience it all the time. We have a giant dog. We have her on leash always. We worry about those loose dogs all the time, because our dog loves all people, but is unpredictable around dogs, particularly those on the loose.

We were in that area last July 2023. We went across 88 up Burnside Rd (dirt road). That school was in hope valley while we were there.

So true! Off leash dogs are what gets dogs kicked out of places completely. I know of great areas that once allowed dogs on leash but they couldn’t control the off leash dogs and now have to prohibit dogs completely. Off-leashers should stop ruining it for everyone else.

Just started watching you guys. I agree with leashing. I didn’t know there were inspections for RVers. I don’t remember that happening when I was young growing up in the Midwest and RVing. Looking to get an RV in the next few years for retirement so it’s good to know about the inspections. Thanks! 🙏🏼😊

keep 'em on a leash for other people's safety, but most importantly for your pet's safety. your pup may not be aggresive, just protective. and if someone is or reasonably feels threatened, it may end badly for the dog.

Our friends used to workamp there - we stayed there once and yes, very tight sites. Dogs should always be on a leash in a campground. Mine always is.

Add a couple of 90 degree elbows to your hose ends on the filter housing. This will eliminate the stress on the hose ends.

Team Leash! Mine are leashed yours should be too. Its just respect. The reason I hate that type of steps. As you pointed out, must have the door all the way open and dirt, rocks getting inside.

We were at Donner Memorial State park just north of North Tahoe recently and at least 10 dogs were off leash. One was doing his business very close to our site and owner never bothered to check. That to me was purposeful. We also had two dogs run out to our dog which some times gets scared when approached to quickly because she was badly mauled in the past. Just leash your dog for everyone’s safety.

Great video thanks so much for your time !

100 percent team leash. I have the very best dog in the world and he is always on a leash. It protects him and helps people feel safe around him. Duh!

Hey there, love the salt rock light,it helps with keeping the humidity from the walls. Don't be surprised when it feels wet.❤

Cook county is beautiful. Next time your in the area leave the rig in Grand Marias and head up. Great hike to falls up there you know :) Ope - I must be from Minnesota....

Sorry about your off leashed dog experience! We have been regularly RVing since 1987 and 100% agree with you. We too have experienced this issue, but usually in public campgrounds, not RV parks. The worst was a NF campground near Mt. Hood, where there were many off leash dogs, including aggressive pit bulls (not to say all pit bulls are aggressive, but these were). BTW, we've camped at Hope Valley, but it has been 25 years since we've been there.

You handled dogs off leash better than I would, good job and good points.

Such a sign of how society is today, the Me - All about Me attitude. Bright lights, dogs off leash, trash, poop, etc! FYI: Look into partially opening slides. We’ve had issues with ours a Tiffin 2021 Class A but prob same maker, Lippert. They and RV techs have told us never partially open or close. It throws them out of synch. Very important to even hold button a second after completely open or closed to make sure both sides are equal.

We follow the rules wherever we are for sure. But our dogs won't poop on leash. It's super annoying but it is what it is, and we've learned to adjust. We find a little area away from others (because they refuse to poop in the little gated area we create for them everywhere we go) and tell them it's time to potty and let them off leash for the couple minutes it takes to get it done then we clean it up. They know to stay right where we are so we don't ever miss it. We have a shepherd/Healer mix and a Pitt/Shepherd mix. But I totally agree that you can't predict how any dog with respond to another. You need to be responsible and keep them on a leash or contained in their RV yard.

Always keep your dogs leash! Be respectful. 😊

Totally justified rant 👍

I do that ALL the time with the steps - door has 2 be fully open. And, my wife is always telling/correcting me.😕😕. Get the cordless portable Dewalt vacuum!!! Its soooper handeee dandeee to get those darn rocks and dirt up after the stairs come up. I usually use it to vacuum the stairs before storing them, if I remember. Also, handee for cleaning the truck. Haven’t seen a portable vacuum in all the videos I’ve watched. 👍😃🍻

Chris, we put E6000 on our plants and they stay in place while we travel. Just a suggestion that you might find helpful.

I always keep our dog on a leash at a campground. !!! Everyone should

You guys should get some Rosemary plants and Oregano and Mint and peppermint herb plants great for cooking and natural medical remedies

Another great episode. When you put new filters in your Berkey do you have to do the red food coloring test.I I cut one of those pool noodles and stick it in my microwave to keep everything from shaking

I gave up on the blue zero G, both of mine also leaked at the fitting. Still use it for the black tank flush. The gray worked without issues but I switched out this year to the Flexzilla hoses for fresh water. We also have the Clearsoure 3 stage filter but I modded a new hosing for it with aluminum angle iron which really decreased the 26 lbs it weighs.

I've purchased 2 of the Zero g hoses and both leaked at the crimp as well.

Tahoe seems to attract people that disrespect the area. I live in Reno and after holidays weekends there are big litter clean-ups due the visitors trashing the place. My rant… I camp at hope valley every year. You’ll love it.

Beautiful boondocking spot! Enjoy! I can already tell you will be staying for more than 2 days.....

Always Team Leash!!! I have 3 small dogs.

Absolute dog leash on! I’ve had too many near run in’s for comfort. Many 🇨🇦 areas require “on leash”

I love the line "oh it's okay my dog is friendly" when we say something. Mishka is a rescue with a very poor upbringing, and she HATES it when other dogs run up to her. We have had way too many encounters with this and we have to physically get between the dogs... Not a great position to be in...

We did a reverse osmosis filter system in our rv. It was a game changer.

I’m really not a dog lover and I respect people who are but I believe all dogs should be kept on a leash. There’s nothing I hate more than people who allow there dogs to run free to other campers space and let them start jumping on people and going into their campers. It’s happened to me and I have had arguments with dog owners because of this. Please be respectful of other campers who are out for peace and relaxation.

Will you do a review on the washer/dryer combo? Also, just glimpsed Chris' plate at the end. Is that a pie plate? I had never thought to use something like that as an all-purpose plate for meals!

Haha…the dogs had a “ruff day”…too hilarious. Great video (as always)! ❤

Team Leash. Being a retired dog show person with Great Danes, the first thing you learn is keep your dog on a leash at all times. So, now with an Australian Labradoodle, she never goes loose anywhere. It is a problem at campgrounds. You can't blame the animal, but the owners. I don't want my dog to have a bad experience with another dog. I agree with 100% of the comments.

Omg Irene your lips my ears. I have had huge stress due to dogs off leash and cats loose in camp grounds with collars. Well, my dogs go nuts. Bud got loose one morning as I was casually drinking a cup of coffee at 5 am and walking my big guy. He ran through the underneath of about 6 rvs. I was shocked at the amount of damage he caused. Interesting that all owners were expecting the dog owner to pay, not the cat owner. I paid 50% and there were hard feelings. This is the shit that happens when people are not responsible.

I have to keep the microwave and stove from rattling in my motor home. You’d be amazed at all the noises and rattling going on. I’ve chased so many down but there are still noises.

I carry pepper spray when I run and so far have only needed it for dogs that have run at me or bitten my shoe. They can be unpredictable! Thanks for sharing your trip! Bunches of love Noelle

Went through California ag inspection station one time when we were living in VT and they used a creeper to inspect the underside of our travel trailer checking for gypsy moths.

Most states have a leash law. In Tennessee it’s punishable by 11 months 29 days in jail and you financially responsible for any damage you off leash dog does.

I was walking my dog in a campground and someone opened the door and let their dog out (presumably to hook him up), but the dog - some sort of bulldog - came at my dog (a German Shepherd). You find out how far you will go to protect your baby! I started screaming and kicking this dog away from my dog. I was ticked! They apologized, but I was very angry. If your dog charges other dogs, hook them up before you open the door!!

Another good tested product I got from Amazon is quake hold/ museum putty. It has held all my plants in place during driving, no more having to pack those up during trips. For the microwave tray, we have one of those carry cooler bags like a padded tote bag and the glass plate goes in that in a lower drawer or under sink during travel so there's no flying glass Frisbee like our beginning trips 😂

Loved it! So great to see N. Cal and seeing you two explore and enjoy it. The hail though; what? Never seen it in California. I guess it was the local gods welcoming you with refreshing, mini pounding.🥴

I see your chairs move during driving, maybe try a tension rod to hold them in place and you can store the rod on back of desk when not in use (curtain or shower tension rod)

I like to put plenty of rat poison around my rig and camping area to control the rodents like the packrats that will eat your soy-based wire insulation. If a stray dog eats some, that is just another rodent that needs extermination, its owner does, too. My pets are on leash and kept away from the poison. this problem will sort itself out via "survival of the considerate."

I have that very same salt light my sister does too

Your rig looks like the perfect size for your family.

I actually always bring the leash, but this last camping trip I kept her off while sitting in the campsite, but no one was around us. If there was then I would have put her on the leash. If she went to go for a walk definitely leash. If other dogs came by with others walking we kept her close to us at our site not wandering, it can be stressful not knowing what others dogs will do. But ours just sat right by us, and I want others to feel safe when they are waking with or without a dog. so when out - def. Leash but no one around us and next to us I thought well why not.

Huge Pet Peeve is Dog owners who don't pick up poop n don't obey leash laws ! Hope you can see more of Nor Cal before y'all head out because it's a beautiful part of the state

I think that in public places keeping your dog on a leash is a great idea. Remember how close your dog gets to other dogs before the dog goes off. So if you have a retractable leash, vs 6’ leash this can be a real problem. I’m in the no retractable leash camp. Dogs parks, not a great idea to have them on a leash. Out hiking maybe some off leash. Recall is everything it could cost your dog and you. So you have to pay attention on leash or off leash.

My dog says within 10 feet of me with no leash. If the campground is serous about enforcement I'll tether her to the camper, but that's just a cable to trip on.

Might want to consider a small UV purifier

The timelapse footage from your setup at the boondocking spot was cool...but I didn't see much of your setup because I couldn't take my eyes off of the clouds forming/moving above your rig!

I agree with your rant. Team leash!

I’m in Markleeville California just 30 minutes from Meyers!!

Some beautiful boon docking you all are accomplishing in that big 5th wheel. Literally on the first day of ownership with mine we slid off a small mountain road into a tree on a small dirt road in a campground (minamal damage thank goodness). Camp host sent us where we should never have gone at a campground near tahoe. Took hours to get the trailer turned around and back down the mountain. Ever since then I have stuck to big rig friendly rv parks. I'm just too paranoid.

Yesterday I had a dog off leash charge me and the dogs. I screamed at it and lunged and it scared the dog off. Then I’m screaming who’s dos is this. The guy was two rows over, says I’ve been trying to get him. I say “you’re not doing a very good job.” I took the dog inside and called the ranger, I’m at Verde Valley TT. I was still rushing with Adrenalin. That the first off leash I’ve had as confrontation with. Thanks for heightening my awareness.

The dogs are such cuties!! ❤ Oh my!! That off-leash practice stinks!! Of course it's not the dog's fault, it's the idiot owners. You were far too nice... So glad "Junebug " is doing well!! Y'all enjoy!!

100% for dogs on leash. We have a rescue who does not like other dogs. It amazes me how many people will let their dogs come right up on top of her/us. Even people with dogs on leash will allow them to get on top of us. Very frustrating.

Leash for sure. Having two small breed dogs, I am definitely loud if I see a dog off leash. I don’t like those flimsy fences either. We all know any dog that wants too can just jump right over those. I have had to grab up Irving many times when greeted by another dog. Since I have Willow now, I just get LOUD.

Definitely team leash--I had a nervous Border Collie for 13 years that first of all was bullied in a dog park (when she was a puppy) by a huge angry mutt with a negligent owner who couldn't be bothered to care, and who from then on didn't get along with other dogs. I don't know how many times (countless) I heard "I don't know why my dog would lunge at your dog like that--(s)he's NEVER done that before--(s)he's well-trained so clearly the problem is with your dog," etc. Also, I don't know how many (again, countless) times I've seen signs for lost dogs in large acreage parks or forested areas where a dog ran after a deer or other animal and didn't come back. So much for well-trained. There are definite issues with leashes, but if you're aware of your dog(s), you're of aware of what those might be (territory protection for one), and the leashes keep your animal close so you can deal with and protect them too. I could beat your 10 minute rant by about 30 more but yup, I agree. (And thanks for your video!)

Recently found your channel. Congrats on 5th Wheel. We’re getting closer to Snowbird Retirement stage. I’m always fascinated seeing young couples living RV full time… especially boondocking… what a wonderful lifestyle for younger people to enjoy while still youthful health & energies. In contrast, we’ve researched, dreamed & planned for the retirement launch into full time large 5th wheel… although more lengthy stays on snowbird schedules. I often wonder how… when totaling truck, 5th wheel, and associated expenses. If not to rude… what do you both do to survive as full time RV’ers long before retirement… the RU-vid channel & product advertising surly doesn’t provide totally. My work isn’t compatible with Full time telework, but I realize several fields often have that capability if Internet is ample & stable. Next question, coming from an older generation… does Irene do all the driving? When picking up new 5th, appeared it was all Irene at the wheel. My Wife is quite impressed with Irene. Aaron appears to be the Techie Jack of All Trades… especially enjoyed the solar videos. You should do a small series on above… many are probably interested in roles & tasks and work. Best wishes for your continued enjoyment in RV life.

Wow, it looks like you guys are enjoying your time in California. You've found some great locations. As for the leash issue, I'm for Team Leash for all the reasons you mentioned. Maybe this "let them run free" is a California thing. We stayed at a very pricey, $140 a night, RV "Resort" on the Central Coast of CA, Flying Flags Avila Beach, and in spite of them having the leash rule, it was routinely ignored by our fellow campers. The adjacent RV to us had their dog on a 30' tie out. Nice enough dog, but he would go under their RV and hangout on our patio. Our dogs didn't take to kindly to this interloper. We talked to management, and our neighbors shortened the tie out somewhat, when they used it. Many times he was just loose. We also had a few instances while walking through the campground when loose dogs would charge us from their campsite. Management was not enforcing their own leash rule, even after we talked to them. It really spoiled our stay there, and we won't be going back. We've been in all the western States over the past 20 years, and have never encountered this before. Rant over. Thanks for sharing your great content. I was impressed with Chris carrying that propane bottle in your recent short.💪

Chris; Leave the glass tray in your microwave, just put a through pillow in with it. Then it can't bounce.

Definitely team leash here!

Noticed the tv was strapped around the frame. There are a lot of contacts inside the frame that generate the picture. With the movement during travel it may not be a good idea to strap it that way. May damage the tv.

Totally agree with dog rant. We were at Pensacola beach last week at a beach dog park. Everyone had dogs on leash one guy had his dog off leash running the beach our dog Willy who is generally calm but when he sees a unleashed dog running makes him go nuts as well as disrupting the nice flow of all surrounding g dogs. I was pissed and owner could care less. Well to our surprise a ranger came up to the guy threw him off beach. It’s posted all over beach dogs must be leashed. Nice when rules are enforced.

love your travel day set up. We have gotten away so far (30,000 miles and a bit) with leaving the plate in the microwave, but maybe it is time to start storing it anyway. Only would take a couple of seconds I guess. Completely agree with your rant on dogs. Dogs without a leash in a campground should be 100% a no go. Just about as bad are dogs on a leash but so poorly trained that the owners cannot control them anyway. Personally we choose to travel without pets, but I completely understand those that do like to travel with pets, but please train them well and keep them on a leash....As always, safe travels.....

I'm enjoying you guys for a few reasons. Ya, that's bad to not have dogs leashed. I've always had GSDs and I worried about unleashed dogs. I would worry in Tahoe about the bears or coyotes getting a tasty snack. Hey, how many solar panels and batteries do you have? Do you think Alliance is one of the more reliable makes out there now? Where are you both originally from? Thanks!

lol , probably the only agriculture station doing its job.

We recently stayed at Fallen Leaf campground and in the campground most of the dogs were on leash. However, once we got to any of the lakesides (fallen leaf or Tahoe), it was chaos. Ours stayed on leash of course.

So cool to see familiar sights in your videos, I’ve driven from Tahoe to Hope Valley many times in both directions. There are actually three “valleys” in that area, Hope, Faith and Charity valleys. The latter two farther down Blue Lakes road.

Wanting a dog/dogs looking at buried wire boundaries for our pets. Suggestions