WE'VE BEEN KEEPING A BIG SECRET (watch until the end...) 

I just wanted to give you some advice on the oven not working. RV ovens are notorious for not lighting. Use a BBQ lighter to try and get the pilot light going. A lot of times the oven just doesn't start because the electric igniter isn't able to get the pilot light going. And something else that I've done with my RV oven is to keep a rectangular pizza stone permanently in the oven on the lower rack. The heat from the burners is very uneven and can lead to burning parts of the food, so by adding the pizza stone between the flame and the food, it makes for a much more even heat.

You should definitely take that shot of Spencer reading a book to the kids and have it framed. So beautiful ❤️

My goodness when Beau looked up at the camera while Spencer was working on the stove I could see Spencer in her sooo clearly, but don't worry McKinsey I see you in her to, but the most beautiful part is Spencer reading the book to the kids. That is sweet. You both are such great parents. Congratulations on the new camper. I look forward to new adventures. Give Beau and Cam a big hug for me and tell Bear and Io I said Hi. God bless you all.

It blows my mind how happy you make my heart! This whole adventure with you guys has been better than any TV show. Thank you so much! It's amazing to see how entertainment has evolved :)

Hi Kenzie I'm loving these longer videos! 27 minutes this time! Yes, we do notice.

You forgot to announce the 'cliffhanger' moment about the surprise. Not to worry, we enjoy watching all your videos, seeing your kids grow up and all your DIY adventures. Spencer is ALWAYS working on something besides his tan...

I LOVE the way you are interacting with each other and the LOVE & RESPECT & ADMIRATION so visible in your eyes. Great work. BEAUTIFUL FAMILY.

Happy Father's Day Spencer and the rest of the fathers watching this on such a wonderful day! Hope everyone is doing well!

I'm very impressed with how Spencer can always figure out a way to fix & forge things basically out of nothing. How amazing is that? I love that precious Beau wanted to "help" her daddy in the camper with the oven. Traveling and camping is building strong memories for your children that will last generations beyond you both. I never got anything like what you do for your two kiddos. Keep up the great parenting. Kenzie, love how you laugh and joke with your kids.

That, my friends, is new property! Can't wait to see more! Woohooo!

I like the idea of keeping a list of your travels in the book, but maybe consider buying a second one. It'll be nice for each of the kids to have when they grow up. When my sister and I were little, my mom made us each our own little photo albums. I cherish mine to this day, and am grateful that my sister and I both have the albums to relive the memories of growing up

Looks like someone has purchased some new property. And there is a missing mustache. Loved the shot of Spencer reading to the kids. Thank you for sharing pieces of your lives with us. ❤

Proud of you guys!! I’ve been a camper my whole life. I’m single and have my own travel trailer and enjoy with so many others!! Enjoy the trial run!!

Who would have thought I would watch a video explaining how to use a toilet.🙂 Spencer, your skills of installing what needs to be installed is expanding all the time. Stay safe, love to you all from Mike. ❤

Good move buying a trailer. I started out camping as a Boy Scout, then the Army, then (1970) I bought a VW Camper Van and being stationed in Germany my wife and I traveled all over Europe. I even got out of the Army and stayed in Germany for six months. Upon returning to the states (Chicago area) and sold the VW and bought a new Class B van for $5,000.00 (1973). Had that for twenty years and gave it to my younger brother and he had it for 10 more years. Next we bought a used Pop-up camper when our two girls were 2 and 4 years old. Six years later we bought a 30 foot travel trailer (bunk house type) with a queen bed in front and four bunks in the back. We had that until the girls moved out of the house. We had the same problem with our ovens in two of our four camping vehicles/trailers. We added shoe bags to hold things like grill lighters, flash lights, string/rope, etc. Same thing in the Bathroom for toiletries, wash cloths, etc. We mostly used paper plates, paper bowls, etc, and burned them in the nightly fires. We camped all over the U.S. From Niagara Falls, to Yellowstone but mostly a state park in Michigan. Gun Lake state park. We rented pontoon boats, Skidoos, and fishing boats. You will never regret camping vacations. I spent 250 a year for insurance, 250 a year for storage, 250 a year in upkeep (batteries, tires, propane, and a complete set of dishes, pots and pans etc dedicated just for the trailer) 250 a year in upgrades. But once we had a it where it was ready to go in an hour or two of deciding to travel somewhere, we were on the road. We would buy groceries on the way. We just had to pack our clothes and we were off and running. So now I am 75, my wife has passed away and I about 100 photo albums of my travels. When I retired, my first project was organizing all the photo in albums by trip and then year. I will usually pull one out a week to look at to remember how much fun we had over the years. The girls still talk about all the things they learned camping with mom and dad. From cooking over a fire, roasting marshmallows. fishing, skiing, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, doing the dishes, cleaning the grill, setting up camp, and a whole lot more. Enjoy your time with the kids, they grow up too fast. Sorry this is so long.

If you store your RV where it is in the video you are likely to get mice or other critters. Be sure all openings under the rig is sealed with foam or steel wool.

That was my first time I GOT A JOB AT THE BASIN at BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK after I graduated from Lovington N.Mexico State out of High School. Two of my Cousins were Park RANGERS part time due to going to college in ALPINE. So they convinced my parents that it was safe for me to work at THE BASIN. I LOVED IT, I fell in LOVE, make sure you go to Boquilla canyon and Santa Elena canyon, also the waterfall, I become a Rock climber after work at the Basin I had spectators as I climbed, which turned out as a show, the view from that angle top was awesome. It’s very ROCKY and you will see a breathless view. It’s right in front of the BASIN RESTAURANT, LOTS of SOUVENIRS Shops AND YES THEIR USED TO BE A CAMPING SITE JUST BELOW the Basin and when you reach the basin also, they do have motel & cabins. ENJOY.

I spent quite a few summers as a kid traveling around the US with my family, camping in a camper similar to yours. Some of the best family memories ever were on those camping/road trips. Thanks to my parents, and largely those camping trips, i can say I've been to 49 of the 50 States (Alaska remains on the bucket list). I guarantee your kids will look back fondly on these memories you're creating for them. Good for you!

Congrats on joining the camping world. Even tho we're not boondocks I enjoyed the information on the compost toilet. What a great family, and the kids are going to grow learning so much from you both!

Your little angelic girl is learning that 'Daddy can fix anything'. It should not be hard to move her to 'anything can be fixed'. Later in life she will be a 'keeper', just like Mummy.

You did the right thing. Traveler with your home away from home is so much. You will never forget these trips/memories.

I love my Rockwood! Great choice, guys. We have the 2509S . FYI push in the knob on the temp knob while you turn the Igniter. Find your low point drains and drain the lines first. Welcome to the RV life their's always something to fix.

Thanks for the video, it does remind me of my family's camping days so many years ago. I think we ran into all the same or similar problems up front, but my parents kept us entertained. I like the compost toilet idea, it makes so much sense not having the extra weight of the black-water tank and not having to empty it at various places around the country. I especially liked how you explained how it works - it has always been a complete mystery to me every time anyone ever mentioned one - and it may be a way the whole planet may have to move for our planet in crisis living. Thanks again for all the hard work you guys do! I also like the videos of reading to the kids - these are the times that really give our kids a chance to grow. Best wishes!

Nice caravan! (Ok, I’m a Brit😁) We’ve had a composting loo for a decade or so. I’ve found that softwood sawdust and woodchip from chainsawing works fine, just sprinkle a small scoop down the hole after each visit. When the bucket’s as full as seems wise it gets emptied out in the woods or bagged and, as you said, put aside for a year or so at which point it’s just excellent compost for trees and shrubbery. I won’t use it on any food crops but some do, apparently. One thing I’ve found to be an excellent addition is a mushroom cowled solar fan in the bathroom and loo roof, they’re pretty cheap and last a few years if you remember to cover them to stop them from operating when you’re not using the van. They don’t let water in and help keep the bathroom and loo dry and odour free, also keeping air going in the right direction…away from the living areas. Enjoy the van, you’ve earned it! Cheers, R. 😎👍🍻

Glad to see you getting on the road. You are so lucky your man is able to make your alterations and troubleshoot your camper!! You 2 rock.

My family and I bought an RV a couple of years ago and we bought a scratch off map for each state we visit. I also bought a glass jar and at each campsite my daughter finds something to put in the jar and I mark in my travel book what it was she put in there. She loves that part the best.

Nice! Glad to see the camper. Many great memories with your kids. We raised our 7 camping, they all still do as adults. Great idea! Looking forward to some of your adventures! Thanks for sharing!

For the compost toilet, I know folks with the same type and they use sawdust in the #2 bin each time it is used to keep down the smell. They have a large container of sawdust on the side of the toilet with a scoop which holds the exact amount needed.

My son and I recently spent a week in Big Bend. Prior to our adventure, we were given a tip for using our compost toilet. By placing a cup or two of livestock bedding pellets in the bottom of the bag; it helps absorb liquid and virtually omits any odor. The great part is the cost is pennies per use. Very inexpensive.

In Sweden, such toilets are used in the summer cottage and are called "dry waste" (torrdass) together with dry ash or sawdust which must be dry, this starts the decomposition. You sprinkle a scoop of this every time you do number 2. The urine you get can be diluted with water and poured out at the plot boundary to keep wild boar away.

Everyday is an adventure with you and Spencer ! Your children are so lucky to have you both....! Always keep laughing !

It looks like you guys bought a whole new piece of land? Also, I think the book idea for the kids and the national parks is an amazing idea because then they will always be able to look back and remember the times that you guys took them there❤

You are going to have so much fun with your camping trailer. Good memories for the kids, like my brother and I have. Your idea the the book is a great idea hope you continue with that. Stay safe and have fun.

I love your camper, it's absolutely perfect for your family

Spencer can do anything! You two are meant for each other! Looking forward to many adventures with my favorite people!

Such fun on the trip. Love Spencer’s reaction of ChooChoooo. Good job with the oven. All the adventures you’ll have. It’s a good sized camper for now. Love your giggles Kenzie. You guys are amazing. Thanks for your knowledge. Good to see you all, thanks for my smile today. All the best to you all. 😘💖 and you have another place for visitors to stay. Wow! Gorgeous view at the end of your video.

Wow, wow, WOW! All I can say is CONGRATULATIONS to you guys! You really deserve that camper! I'm so, so, SOOOO happy for you!

Impeccable editing and composition. Getting better all the time, Kenz!

ABOUT ODOR IN YOUR RESIDUAL BLACK TANK! We are long time RVer’s . An empty and clean black tank should have very little to no odor. There is a condition called “pyramiding” that occurs in black tanks that occurs when RVer’s leave their sewer line open or do not do a proper clean out. The remains in the black tank stick and are not flushed out. Residual odor then becomes a problem. We suggest a great flushing using a special wand you can purchase. Since you have removed the flush toliet, use the adapter for your sewer hose that also uses your clean water hose (not the hose for filling your clean water tanks). This sprays jet type water stream into the black tank to remove residual sewer water. You may need to let the tank soak for awhile. We also use vinegar to assist with clearing odor. Good luck and Happy Camping!

I'd like to say that admire and respect Spencer so much, he can build and fix just about anything. 👏👏👏

Nice camper. Mackenzie seems to enjoy capturing Spencer in awkward positions. I would have gone nuts trying to work in such a confined space. Glad you enjoyed your little trip and wishing you the best on many more. Nothing like enjoying nature and still having a little bit of comfort too. Love you guys

You guys have shown us the many wonderful ways to live an awesome life outside of the norm. Thank you and keep it up, we are here learning and enjoying every step of the way!

I like the way you're thinkin' ! I love this is real and that you show it's real with successes and failures. It brings us in with you for a few minutes and we are addicted, scribed, and notified to watch this love story.

So happy you guys got the camper and did your "shake down" trip! Looking forward to seeing these adventures also!

FYI: Air in your gas and water lines is an all the time thing when you are traveling. When we set up, I purge the water heater of air and the stove by running them for a minute. Orange flame means air in the line.

I love camping! And yes it is so much cheaper than motels and not have to bring home cooties (bedbugs for one, it's an epidemic) and you can go just about anywhere with it with a good reliable truck to tow it along! Going to be exciting times!

I'm glad that you guys did some research on composting toilets and shared. It is also good to see the family side in your content.

Nice looking little trailer and Good call on composting toilet too. The "dining room" looks tight for four people... consider a small folding chair or stool so you can sit one adult in the hallway once dinner is served.

One thing I'd recommend for the outdoor grill, look for a oval-ish roaster lid and/or a square one off a electric frying pan. They both have enough depth to clear the food and help maintain the temperature of the grill for cooking. the old square ones also have the flangey type thing to allow steam to escape. Anyhoo, can't wait to see the vids of your travels!

So I watched to the end.What was the big secret?Been watching since day 1 of your journey.❤❤

I came here to comment and thank you guys for posting everything about the compost toilet because I've always wanted to do the van life but been kind of intimidated and not knowing how everything works so that already answered so many questions and then the comments are just off the hook with tips and tricks and just a goldmine of information this video is going to be on replay when I'm doing my research! ❤️🙏🏻

Hello, so many good suggestions here.. Congrats on the new to you camper. You will enjoy it with the little one's and make lasting memories. ❤ ❤

Nice little camper. Those bunks will last the kids a loooong time. Campers are really awesome fun for the family. I hope you ALL enjoy having it a long time. National Parks will stamp your book no problem. 🎉 You decision to remove the toilet was….uhhhmmmmm interesting. 😂😂😂

😊 i just love you guys! Such a great happy vibe watching your videos! Keep it up 😊 and cant wait to see the suprise!

How cool that you can just fix things. What an undertaking. Great job. Listening to your daughter's speech patterns; shes a mini you replica in the making. Two of you. That is so cool. The world will be so much more beautiful for it when shes older. Parenting done good!

“It smells like broccoli” 😂😂😂😂 I couldn’t keep my laughter in. So excited for you guys! Can’t wait to go along on this traveling journey!

Thank you for the longer videos. Your little princess stole my heart.

The last shot was epic! The twittering birds and the transition to the forrest and end music! Epic.

I think you made a great choice for your first camper! You are to be congratulated for choosing simplicity and a compact size.

I have to say, that your channel is the most fun, heartwarming, and calming channel on RU-vid. Thank you for all you do!

Wow…watching you guys and your beautiful family grow makes me remember how old I’m getting. ☺️

I think the new container they are working on will soon be moved to the top of the mountain. Doing the final work on the container will most likely need the family to move up and live in the camper during the finishing work.

The best thing about y’all is that you are the same as day one!! Thank you for taking us along on your journey! Continued Blessings!

I love your new camper, hope you get to take some great trips in it and we get to go along. Enjoyed the video , you have beautiful children and they are growing up so fast. Take care and God bless.❤

I’ve been watching you guys since the beginning. You bring a huge smile to this man. So happy to see the youth of this world doing great. It makes me happy for the future. Keep it up and I’ll be here smiling and laughing my arse off. Hahahaha…

I think they sold the ranch and bought another one and are going to start all over again. By the way, I've been watching you since the beginning, the evolution is really cool and it's nice to know that you still have the spirit of taking risks in new things! Hugs from Brazil! 🇧🇷

Too cool, now you and your family can enjoy adventures 😊

So nice seeing you away from home 👍🏽I Luv your family ❤️

Thank you for the coconut core tip! I never knew that! I've used peat moss and sawdust in the number two compost and never even looked for any other stuff to use.

Beau is such a little lady!!!! OMG I havent seen her in FOREVER! She's beautiful.

We haven't found either vinegar or sugar to be helpful with odor in our separating toilet. We use a product called Nilodor urine digester and add a slosh to the bottom of the liquids bottle when it is empty. We also dilute some in a spray bottle to use as a flush but I would't do that with kids, I'd just add more product to start with and then use just water in a spray bottle. They have different scents available, we find the soft linen the least imposing. We started with coco coir but then liked aspen pet bedding from Walmart better. We also use wood pellets if the aspen isn't available.

Congrats on your new mini home, enjoy and safe travels on your new adventures, making memories! Love your channel! Hugs!

I guess I missed the big secret lol. Surely it’s not just buying a camper and visiting Natl parks

Been watching you guys almost from the very beginning and I hope on this camping trip we get to see more cuteness from your beautiful children!

Finally, someone who took the time to explain the compost toilet step by step! Thank you!

RV looks great. I hope your family has many happy wonderful memories with the RV. Stay safe.

If I could make a suggestion on the bunks. Install cargo netting on each bunk from top to bottom on each one so the children don’t fall out . 😄

I think your camper has the perfect layout. I really like it. When I was a kid in Australia, we never had bathrooms in caravans (campers). We just had to go in the bush if we weren't at a caravan park.

I really like your camper. I grew up camping and those are some of the best memories!!!

That’s perfect for your little family! I’m buying a camper van soon so can’t wait to hit the road! Safe travels!

You could always secure a couple of stainless “D” rings to the floor with a simple strap to alleviate any possibility of the toilet spilling its contents all over during travel

This is extremely amazing. Looks like you guys got yourselves a new property. Love the ending of your video. Just a single pan of the camera rising up over the bush. Well done.

Spencer is the man! Such a great daddy and husband! So happy you guys find each other ! Blessings ❤

Building memories with your kiddos is something they will remember for a lifetime. We took our son camping when he was little and now that he has his family, they go camping. We have a IBEX 19MBH and really enjoy camping in the Texas State Parks. Have fun and safe travels.

I have always appreciated you guys sense of humor and banter back and forth. In todays video there was a little bit more than usual and I found it absolutely fun to watch and it made my day. You two find humor in everything and I absolutely love your little giggle kind of laugh. You always put a smile on my face 😊

wish it had a love button. need something stronger than the like button

At the ending, that’s a beautiful picture. All the trees are amazing!

Spencer Mack, loving the longer videos! I watch a few other off grid type channels as well as a few in other genres and them like you guys are doing something that I see is becoming more sought after regardless of the content of one's channel... longer vids, 30-60 mins and not full of ads or sponsored crap! There is one nameless western off grid container channel similar to you guys. They also have great content , but between the ads and the sponored content added in, it's no longer enjoyable to watch! I consistently see more and more comments telling the channel owners and creators they want longer videos and less ads, sponsored crap and asking for money, followers, subs and added amazon wishlist links. The above channel, after their 4th or 5th year now they are still at 200K subs. You two hit 1 million in just 2 0r 3 years? Your channel and the dozen or so channels all have awesome content, not asking for money, subs, have tons of ads (like 1 every 3-5 mins), do the sponsored ads, products, services, etc, and you all have well over 1 million loyal followers! YAY!!!! IF YOU ARE A COMMERCIAL OR PRO PHOTOGRAPHER READING THIS, I would love to thank you for the fact that Spencer & Mackinzie and others cannot film for commercial use in State & National Parks becuase over pat decades, you all have abused "public" property while charging clients ungodly amounts while conducting "commercial" business and disturbing other users of the parks to the point where now you need a commercial photography permit to photography or film in our state and national parks. Even 20 years later, I still see you guys in photography groups try to buck the system, not get a $50 (+/-) permit, yet charge your clients, (often landscape or wedding photogs) thousand of dollars, and when you get caught with a ton of people, using multiple tripods, stobes, softboxes, etc, you all still want to whine complain and bitch. I have seen in recent year those who still try to buck the system get caught by the feds after bucking the system of getting a petty permit and now you had remove those photos and videos and pay hefty fines. It prettt easy to see you are engaging in "commercial" business and look at you content and seeState & National parks in the background. So thanks for ruining it for people like Spencer, Mackenzie and the rest of us!!! Mackenzie & Spencer, keep rocking and love you content!!!

Hi guys, happy to see you happy 🙂 Concerning the big secret, that looks like a minor mountain - which, as I am going to hazard a guess, is on a new bit of land you've bought. Now, the question becomes: What are you going to do with it? The answer is simple and straight forward: A huge end-of-days hardened mountain base! I mean, what else? 😀

As always soo much fun to watch! Fantastic channel ❤

Just started watching. Watched some of your older videos, crazy that your starting over. I will watch.

I honestly thrive into a direction simpler to what you all have, it's a very beautiful life not going to lie. Without your knowledge I wouldn't have studied or understood water purification that and relationships. That's a big deal for someone like me, only because my focus has felt like it's been surrounded by negative uselessness, it's not easy being who you want to be, so I thank you! :)

Get the passport stamps at the National Parks. You can have the kids stamp the book you bought.

Who else loves these guys!?!???

Congratulations on your new camper. Love watching your videos

I just love this little family. You guys are so much fun to watch.

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Fun adventure with the kids 😃👍🏻😎🌞🌺🍀

Being a avid tent camper I have heard about the composting toilets but never knew how they worked! Thanks for the info!

We have a similar toilet in our van conversion however there is a fan that runs air to the outside to keep Oder down that really helps