The Hills of West Virginia: Slim's Last Southeast USA Campout

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On the final leg of my Southeast US travels, I visit New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in West Virginia before heading back to Canada. Lots of hills, trains, waterfalls and even a folk hero!
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@LindySellsHomes 2 года назад

Thank you for visiting our United States, you are welcome anytime.

@judyabernathy80 2 года назад

Sell it, baby!! You did a great job on the song! Good voice. Slim, this was such an enjoyable video, as always. Glad you came to the east coast. Hate to see you leave. But, alas! All good things must end! ♥️🙏🏼♥️

@richardthomas1743 2 года назад

HEY! Good morning Slim and thumbs UP to you !!

@SlimPotatohead 2 года назад

Good morning!

@pauloh3591 2 года назад

Bom dia!

@ve2vfd 2 года назад

Another epic road trip ends. By the way the Canadian comedy band "The Arrogant Worms" has a funny parody of the Steel Driving Man song which is quite humorous.

@SlimPotatohead 2 года назад

Yes it is! I also like their "Carrot Juice is Murder" song! SP

@itzel1735 2 года назад

@@SlimPotatohead And “Last Saskatchewan Pirate”. (But I listen to the Captain Tractor cover. Family ties.)

@cjhawk45 2 года назад

We sang "Trees and Rocks" on our way to Yellowknife... "And water..." What a great fun band they are!

@tracynorris355 2 года назад

Slim, all of us on the east coast were glad to have you visit and are excited that you wish to return. We thank you for your kind words and for including our folklore and unique features that make our area special. We wish you a safe return and may there not be many repairs for you. We also hope that your cabin is safe and without any issues. Like us it is awaiting your return. Safe travels!

@bombasticborneo 2 года назад

That John Henry story was awesome👍🏿👏🏾🙏🏿

@redsorgum 2 года назад

Thanks for posting your road trip 👏👏👏👏👏👏👉🇺🇲🇨🇦👈

@Thatcanadianguyhey 2 года назад

I was expecting the Mandolin to come out for a rendition of John Henry. :-)

@jasonwilliamson8346 2 года назад

Good morning slim my favorite

@SlimPotatohead 2 года назад

Good morning Jason. Thanks!

@MsBuggyness 2 года назад

Love this! The NRG is my home - was raised a few miles from the Bridge. So excited that you got to experience my home. We use the Army camp - that's cool you stayed there too. I don't know if it's well known that John Henry is a WV folktale. Oh and in (most of) WV it's Appa-LATCH-a. My 3rd grade teacher taught us this: "Say it appa-LATCH-a or I'll throw an apple at ya." Come back soon! The Eastern part of the state is really cool too (Greenbrier River, Snowshoe Mountain, Cass Scenic Railroad, Greenbank Observatory).

@richardthomas1743 2 года назад

I absolutely enjoyed this video, I enjoy each and every one of them. A couple of videos ago when you was driving I could hear that wheel bearing beginning to GROWL , I had a Jeep and had to replace both front bearing/ hubs. I am glad that you are back home safe and sound and I really look forward to your up coming videos. Oh I thought that you did a good job with your John Henry song! Thank you for taking us along Slim, this was very enjoyable. 👍

@JasonScottCarter 2 года назад

Great to see you visit WV. I am from the New River Gorge area (town of Oak Hill). I hope you enjoyed your stay, and it's so cool to see so many people excited to visit there now it's a National Park. Thurmond is a place I have visited a lot of times growing up. It was featured in the 1987 film Matewan (staring James Earl Jones). Look it up if you can find it.

@Iam_Yu627 2 года назад

Best thing about west "by god" Virginia is seeing it in your rear view mirror. Was army and stationed in Fairmont as a recruiter. Lived in idamay. Def an overseas tour.

@jan6293 2 года назад

Slim,you’re a wonderful story teller.looking forward to seeing your next video! Thanks 😊

@volvo09 2 года назад

His adventures always cheer me up. He's not trying to be overly energetic and fake, just telling a story!

@aaronfuentes5919 2 года назад

Time to scroll through the backlog while he's on hiatus. 😁

@spiritualoutdoors7759 2 года назад

Wonder Slim, this is where I reside WvirginIa. I’ve traveled like you in my RV and the mountains of WV have kept me here now for some time. It’s beautiful

@billm9709 2 года назад

I thought I saw you crossing the big bridge a while back. Take it from a native. A damp, rainy, dreary day in West Virginia is better than a beautiful day in most other places. C'mon back any time. We're glad to have ya!

@TXH1138 2 года назад

Too bad you missed the spring bloom of the dogwoods in the mountains. It's an awesome sight.

@Starrmiller 2 года назад

Awww thank you Slim another awesome video!

@ronaldpaul3703 2 года назад

So long Slim, your welcome in the south east anytime. Wish all our visitors were as good and respectful as you 👍

@ScubaSteveCanada 2 года назад

Welcome back Slim. :-) Oh ... and good morning. Parts on order to repair my RV.

@pepawg2281 2 года назад

My mother-in-law was born in the town of Hinton,Wv, not far from Beckley. Her mother was born on the family farm just down the road from where the John Henry statue is located.

@johnhenryholiday4964 2 года назад

A wonderful thing about your video's is that you allow for "mind expansion"..... Hearing that big diesel train and its horn took me to imagining that same station and the use of steam power.... I imagined hearing the rich smooth sound of an old steam whistle as the sound bounced between the mountains... Your video's are always amazing.... Imagine the haunting sound of an old steam train moving slowly through that train station area.... the chug of the steam engines.... the clank and clatter of the rails.....and the haunting sound of those old beautiful steam whistles that have a sound all their own....

@terrilikens4975 2 года назад

I love your thoughtfulness. You are such a good ambassador for travel.

@doingitwithnothing 2 года назад

You have a good voice Slim… sad to see you at an end on this trip but I’m excited that you gone to do some work on the cabin

@foursticks100 2 года назад

Great video again Slim Yes loved the Ballad of John Henry too

@Deanna52ish 2 года назад

Great rendition Slim. Love it! Knowing that you have work to do on your cabin, we are grateful that you take us along. Thank you.

@TheAmtwhite 2 года назад

I’d hold off for one more week. Big spring snowstorm coming today to southern Ontario. Suppose to last a few days. Stay safe.

@johnswof 2 года назад

Your natural music ability is on display in your singing Slim because you hit the right notes. I noticed it when you were playing your slide guitar.

@robsouder4462 2 года назад

Morning Slim. Have been enjoying your videos for years. One of the vids u did quite a while ago had u having to go to milk for breakfast. Walmart in the states in the baking area have milk in the tetra packs. Stays good for about 6 months with out being refrigerated. Great for on the road and home. My wife says u can pick it up at Dollar tree for about half the price of Walmart. I drive truck and have a been in a few areas that u gone through and most of the states. Good luck with your journeys and your house rebuild. Safe journeys my friend

@danmanx2 2 года назад

Slim, I noticed you had the camera outside for the morning transition shot when you left. Very nicely done! I'm looking forward to your repair videos! Safe journeys friend.

@judyhosey4060 2 года назад

Enjoyed your videos, have a safe trip back, and come back to the US - so we can enjoy some more of your travels. Onward Bound.🤗😁

@nmuguy 2 года назад

Thanks for a great “winter season” Slim!

@karencounts5190 2 года назад

West Virginia in Autumn is spectacular. Thanks for sharing.

@donnavaughn5393 2 года назад

Thanks you slim it's been good to see you in wv see you soon

@jimmyjenkins9240 2 года назад

Great video, Slim. Looking forward to seeing how the cabin made out over winter.

@bosse641 2 года назад

Agreed.

@scottschultz687 2 года назад

Great video slim, Glad you had a great camping trip.

@kathrynb4683 2 года назад

Thanks for the usual out of the usual video. I hope we both get to turn on our cabin water soon. Still using my RV for showers. I keep it warmed to 55 inside to keep the basement and water pipes from freezing. Curious to see a list of work you need to complete your cabin and how you plan to do each. I need to do all the old pvc plumbing to PEX from the well on to the last stop in the shower and level the floor. From there, cosmetics. Flooring, cabinets. Then flowers and veggies! Happy fixing!

@lowrangeoverland9013 2 года назад

Thanks for taking us along ❗ It's been great ❗ looking forward to your next adventure 💯🏆🥇

@janeandmikewolf 2 года назад

Fantastic place to camp, we've done a tour of the New River Bridge,, beautiful area.

@RicG. 2 года назад

Hi Slim! Glad you got to at least travel through my current home state of Tennessee. Sorry you couldn't stay a while and enjoy some of our beautiful mountains, waterfalls, hiking trails, and friendly people. Safe travels, my friend! 😎

@bah5310 2 года назад

I've lived in WV for 56 years, it's the overcast state. I'm glad you had a few nice days of weather while here. Safe travels.

@volvo09 2 года назад

I've been to WV a couple times (my grandfather was from Morgantown). I love the hills and roads! About 15y ago i went as a kid and saw the most insane amount of fireflies. There were thousands everywhere, it was such a cool trip!

@lorraineeagle4009 2 года назад

I've been here 57 years. My husband and I are born and raised here.Welcome Slim!!! I hope you got some good weather while you were here. I'm glad you gave a wonderful history video lesson on our Beautiful Wonderful state. Safe travels on your way home. God Bless

@JamesJLaRue 2 года назад

The writing, editing, and framing of these shots... great quality and enjoyable. Makes WV look like an adventure on the frontier. There was a moment where you showed a building with pulleys attached to it. I was squinting trying to see what those were, and sure enough you cut to a close up. Perfect.

@bertadelaudebri7179 2 года назад

Thanks, and as always a most interesting video - trip...

@deanmills5106 2 года назад

As I've said in the past I enjoy all your videos. When you started singing I thought I might find a video that wasn't my favorite, but actually you have a pleasing voice.

@danielpiccinini 2 года назад

Looking forward to the construction on the lake cabin SALUD.

@fynyxdezine524 2 года назад

Keep up the great work on these videos. I always look forward to your posts. Thank you for the work and and effort you put into every one of them; It really shows. Safe travels.

@sharonsmith583 2 года назад

Another great video! Really enjoyed your videos on this trip!

@robthesamplist 2 года назад

Loved all your vids slim, looking forward to seeing your cabin progress.

@maighreadoleary9140 2 года назад

Thank you for the tour! Best of luck with your cabin.

@timcomer262 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your winter travels Slim.

@grpcchurchnortonva.8024 2 года назад

You are in my country now !!!! Bout 60 mi.from Bristol Va. Have been in some of the areas you were at . Love the big bridge over the New River . Thanks for taking us along ! Oh also I worked in the coal industry 41 years.

@ScottyOn1 2 года назад

Thanks for taking me along for your winter adventures south! It was a great escape for us who can’t escape yet. Thanks Slim!

@kathyadair7367 2 года назад

Enjoyed your trip Slim. Im from Kentucky with family in WV, but haven't to been to the Gorge. Maybe next time you can come through Kentucky, we have a beautiful state.

@robertphillips3893 2 года назад

Welcome home Slim. It is always a pleasure watching your videos. Very informative and beautiful. I hope all is well at your cabin. It is still snowy in Saskatchewan but spring is trying to show up.

@bobmanzi7712 2 года назад

as always great stuff Slim thanks safe travel

@ftkinsella 2 года назад

Slim don’t sell yourself short, you have a decent voice. Thanks for the video man. Cheers

@Cecilia-fc3sg 2 года назад

Just want to thank you for taking the time to create and post the videos you do. I know it must take a lot of time. Glad you are home safely. I really enjoyed this video as I do the others.

@northerntranquility1614 2 года назад

Well slim I've enjoyed travelling to the states this winter without leaving my couch, it actually helped warm me up this long cold winter. I'm almost sad to see the trip coming to an end .Enjoyed all those free campsites. I will be looking forward to the next adventures at your new cabin.Thanks Dale

@1967BlackRose 2 года назад

Loved this explore! Thank you. I didn't know the history of John Henry. Be safe as you travel back 'home'. Spring has arrived here at home Slim . :-) I will be watching for you along the way. Maybe I will see ya at the Silver Fox (you never know).

@delmasparker5184 2 года назад

Welcome to my home state of WV. Have RV camped in the New River gorge are several times. Had plans to come to Army Camp just before you arrived but headed in an different direction. WV has much to offer for travelers like you. Please come back , there is much to see and enjoy.

@TXMEDRGR 2 года назад

It's great the way you visit some less well known parts of the U.S., thanks.

@deborahm6036 2 года назад

What a wonderful video. West Virginia always has a very special place in my heart. I loved your insights into its history., as well as its beauty. Wishing you well on your return to Canada.

@markattardo 2 года назад

Enjoyed the US visit series quite a bit. Glad you were able to go south and explore.

@karenebarker9244 2 года назад

Hey Slim! I just watched a video about Thurmond a couple days ago. Interesting to see you in the same spot. We are headed out to SD and will meander through part of WV on our way. Now I need to check out Thurmond too. Big rail fan 😊 so this is my kinda place

@karenebarker9244 2 года назад

We are in Hinton today for a stroll and lunch, then over to the John Henry Historical Park. Thank you so much for putting these sites on our radar. Such a beautiful rich green area full of history.

@bettybrigance6784 2 года назад

It's always hard to let you videos come to an end...but it was a good one as always...safe travel home, be safe and keep going

@monnarush6531 2 года назад

I am so glad you took time to visit our Wild Wonderful State of WV. Mountaineers are always Free🌞💗🤗

@1951Roy 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your campsite locations.

@larrymidash5562 2 года назад

Slim, the next time you are near the New River George Bridge, do the bridge walk tour. You walk the length of the bridge on the inspection catwalk under the roadway. It's pricey but one of those experiences you should not miss. The outfitter is on the left after you turn into the visitors center road.

@paullopez2000 2 года назад

I'm in Hong Kong and these come with perfect timing. Late afternoon TV with tea :) thank you for this nice WV video!

@Wagons-Rule 2 года назад

Epic film! Thank you so much.

@williamwilliam728 2 года назад

Always a pleasure to follow you along on your journeys Slim. Welcome home! Now get back to working on that cabin!!! Good Luck.

@desmondh.6796 2 года назад

Great to see another episode! Thanks Slim!!

@buddycarmine2254 2 года назад

West Virginia is one of my favorite places to visit absolutely beautiful.

@johnnylightning1491 2 года назад

Slim, I don't think those were crickets at night, I'm pretty sure they were spring peepers. They used to be so loud down my pond that I could hardly stand to be there when they were going. Keep the good stuff coming and I look forward to finding out what you're going to do to your cabin.

@startledemu 2 года назад

I hear Seneca Lake NY is worth a visit

@apajohn2 2 года назад

Well done 👍 thank you

@dunweyweydum 2 года назад

Just finished viewing the kayaking, last episode, pleasantly surprised. Glad your coming home SP!

@glennicholson3028 2 года назад

One of your best videos ever.

@joycehussung446 2 года назад

Good job as always narrating your videos. Enjoy these so much. Keep up the good work

@adriangonzalez9220 2 года назад

was nice to see the you make it ok , the roads are not to good in the east of USA thanks for the videos

@Photobyhart 2 года назад

Fantastic video. Love an old railroad towns of WV. Thurmond and Prince are favorites. Safe travels to you.

@kimberlyshalaby1134 2 года назад

New River Gorge Fall Festival is a wonderful experience. People come from all over the world to jump off that bridge. As fast as they unload & jump, there comes another bus load ready to jump. They close the North Bound Side during the hours of the festival. We parked down in Burger King shopping center & took a shuttle up to the festival. Thank you Slim for the wonderful stories of West Virginia, John Henry, Thurmond, & you sing well. I'd listen forever to you sing. I love hearing the river in the hot summer nights. Just so relaxing. I live near New River, it's over the hill from me. Remember me, I have a place for you to camp, free.

@kimberlyshalaby1134 2 года назад

I loved seeing the trains, the coal cars, hearing the horns. Thank you again. Wonderful narration.

@peternielson4815 2 года назад

I've heard much worse singing Slim! Thanks for the video😊

@tylerdt 2 года назад

Welcome to my neck of the woods slim

@auroraboringalice596 2 года назад

It's my dream to retire in West Virginia. Just an amazing place!

@michele2855 2 года назад

Great relaxing video! 👍🏽 Take your time returning to Canada. Spring is fighting winter. 😊

@caledgerton 2 года назад

Thanks, Slim, for the great videos, and also for busting the myth of "no free campsites in the east." I'm an East Coast person (North Carolina, and a lover of Carolina Beach State Park, by the way) and I'm attempting to make a list of free camping spots in the East. Would you mind sharing your notes about free sites with your viewers? I always look forward to your excellent videos!

@SlimPotatohead 2 года назад

Sorry, but I could never do that. Releasing a list of free campsites to a large group of irresponsible people will destroy them forever. It should only be shared with people you trust. Thanks! SP

@krislilly8916 2 года назад

I only live a few miles from where you were I'm on the edge of beckley

@billintexas7061 2 года назад

@@SlimPotatohead which of your 145k subscribers are irresponsible?

@SlimPotatohead 2 года назад

Bill, my videos are not just open to subscribers! SP

@drs3055 2 года назад

Love your videos’s - always - been your Subscriber for a long time now! You were one who caused us to first dream then dip our toes in the water of rv’ng! Strangely, a thought occurred to me watching you drive at the opening of the video, is, “I wonder what Slim does to do routine maintenance on his tow and rig? You gotta being doing a lot to keep everything sound and running! Very nice!

@holsteincowboy 2 года назад

great video

@HaroldMalaby 2 года назад

Nice to travel but always nice to get home. I sure hope you didn't take the trailer into Hinton WVa that's a windy road through some steep hills down to the town at the bottom. I've told my wife I won't pull out little trailer there maybe a side trip only. I look forward to seeing progress on the cabin. Thanks for sharing your journey and Welcome Home.

@LOT9T 2 года назад

Happy trails Slim!

@frozenbbfan 2 года назад

I love it when you go into "Documentary Mode". You have a great gift for story telling.

@reginaldshannon4220 2 года назад

Awesome video slim keep them coming

@lindac7146 2 года назад

Love your videos. Can't wait to see more.

@SolarSailor1967 2 года назад

John Henry : Legend Slim Potatohead: Legend in the making.

@williamgibble8361 2 года назад

Major snow storm hitting PA about 6 pm this afternoon Slim...

@itzel1735 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that. (I think Slim must be home by now, he said it was March. 🙂)

@richardthomas1743 2 года назад

The last clip showed that he had crossed into Maine , I am sure that he has been back home for a while now. 👌

@itzel1735 2 года назад

@@richardthomas1743 👍🏼✌🏼

@MinstrelOnTheRun 2 года назад

Thanks for throwing some love and spotlight on the Mountain State! It is definitely uniquely enchanting. I also just have to thank you for the funny, practical, and poetic moments I can count on across your videos.

@originalsixx 2 года назад

Great video, Slim. WV is a beautiful state. Try to stop back in the summer or fall. Thanks for sharing!

@jamespeterson2285 2 года назад

When I watch slims utube video feels like I’m right there with him. Thanks for the video.

@loisbrady5862 2 года назад

Thanks for this lovely video. I enjoyed your West Virginia last night. I can't tell you how excited I am, however, for you to get back to your cabin to start working on the finishing of both the exterior and the interior. I love building and wish I could help. What fun!! Can't wait til your next video.

@sharonspivey781 2 года назад

Great Video, enjoyed West Virginia. Sad to see Thurman West Virginia and some other towns in West Virginia go defunct. I'm sure they were booming towns in their day. My grandfather was a coal miner in West Virginia so it was interesting to see the trains that I've heard so much about going in and out of the towns constantly. Be safe on your travels. Sincerely, Shay's ways