Solo Camping in a Hut in the Everglades (crazy wildlife encounters!)

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  • @snark007
    @snark007 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow another awesome adventure video!!
    Everglades National Park Flamingo is a wonderful place for adventures they have a new lodge or glammping options . This is where the fresh water meets the salt water. Lots of kayak trails, hiking, boating, you can rent a houseboat. Highly recommend this.

    • @snark007
      @snark007 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If you decide to go be sure to stop at Robert is Here for great smoothies and local fruits and veggies

  • @tyde5604
    @tyde5604 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Brings back memories. I stayed in that chickee a few years ago when that gator was just a baby. Even then it would come to the edge of the water, and sneak up on you, if you weren't paying attention. That is definitely that gator's pond!

  • @cwesley2005
    @cwesley2005 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly your production quality just keeps getting better and better. Hey Cow!

  • @ndan3746
    @ndan3746 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Dude your cooking beef over the fire in the middle of the Everglades! Your ringing the gator dinner bell!🤣

  • @captainandrewcrabtree6535
    @captainandrewcrabtree6535 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Gators love prime rib burgers extra rare with a little campfire funk on em... 🔥

  • @stephenduncan8809
    @stephenduncan8809 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m a Floridian and I know you’ve seen more of Florida than me . Heck I’ve never been past Tampa and I live in the panhandle. Have you ever been out west? Utah , Wyoming, Montana? If not I would highly recommend going. Simply amazing. All the hiking you can imagine with amazing views!

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I have some videos from my van trip out west on the channel!

  • @RJ-ix4co
    @RJ-ix4co 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You and your life are both so beautiful and amazing! So happy for the ones that do what they want and love! Please don’t become gator bait lol. I love my heybike and wish more people here in Okc had them so I could ride with them.

  • @edshank093
    @edshank093 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I understand housing costs are a little rough down there these day. May have to settle for one of these 😂

  • @robp3431
    @robp3431 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Living large.....best camping / best food....no wet feet 🙂

  • @samanthagehrlich7507
    @samanthagehrlich7507 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How do you feel safe camping alone ? Really wanting to go on some trips soon- I live In Florida !

  • @robertbdesmond
    @robertbdesmond 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Been there and done that!

  • @DebUno
    @DebUno 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You do know that gators can climb up walls and stairs? Gators can also chase real FAST😧

  • @adventurebythemile
    @adventurebythemile 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How much is a Hey Bike cost? Looks expensive

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Depends on which one you buy. They around 1700, I have an affiliate code “kelly100” that will save you $100 at check out in you look into buying!

  • @FLAlocal
    @FLAlocal 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    the shark valley observation tower and clingman's dome is the same architect :)

    • @thewanderingtraveler8984
      @thewanderingtraveler8984 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is a smaller veraion. I went up it today. Definitely not a nice as Clingman's Dome

    • @pizaliasta8369
      @pizaliasta8369 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've been up top of both.

  • @LadySlippersHikes
    @LadySlippersHikes 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ima need you to keep your neck knife on when you’re having dinner with the gators, Sheriff Kelly! 😱 😂

  • @diamondbackking4141
    @diamondbackking4141 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Kelly it was fun again ! That sweet reptile sunning with her mouth open was an american crocodile, a wonderful find ! I grew up with alligators that we gave names to. They learned their name's & came when we called them. The alligator that came to you was a feeding redponce. Obviously, it had been fed by folks staying there. You were in no danger unless you went swimming in her space. God is good & all He has created is wonderful and has a purpose...❤

  • @JNSMAS
    @JNSMAS 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    At 15:07, that is a Purple Gallinule! We had them in Lakeland, FL at Lake Hollingsworth.

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Awesome! I think he might have been my favorite find other than the croc!

  • @robmechanic
    @robmechanic 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Best part about the stone crab is they don’t kill the crab. The take one of the 2 claws and release the crab. They are so delicious

  • @leedanielson7452
    @leedanielson7452 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    Kelly says "You better back off bro" to a large gator coming after her!!! At night no less....😂🐊

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      😹😹

    • @harrythehammer
      @harrythehammer 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@kellyhays23 I found your channel about a week ago… I’m such a big fan. Thank you for taking us around Florida.

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@harrythehammer welcome harry!!! Thank you for watching!!

    • @Northanteus
      @Northanteus 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😨🏃💨🐊

    • @ChrisCastro-to5vb
      @ChrisCastro-to5vb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Damn Donald low key grilled you 😭

  • @DDCMNS
    @DDCMNS 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Maybe living in Florida you get used to it but I’m not walking, running, riding next to any alligator… 😬😬

  • @bradmanoutdoors
    @bradmanoutdoors 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The one with it's mouth open was an American Crocodile

  • @lulamarie6218
    @lulamarie6218 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Hi Kelly! The viewing tower at SV is actually the sister structure to the one on the AT. I believe they were designed by the same architect. I loved your video, your channel is one of my favorites.
    Peaches AT 2019

  • @gabriele1975
    @gabriele1975 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Oh my goodness! The gentleman at the camp store was adorable! You know you just made his day!

  • @RickINFJ
    @RickINFJ 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Gator was like, "Yeah, I'm here for the burger that flipped into the fire, nevermind you're busy, I'll just be on my way." 🤣 Love your e-bike, and yes, that totally looked like Clingman's Dome! I freaking love your vlogs! ✌️

  • @mikem.1220
    @mikem.1220 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Gabe the Izard is a TH-camr in Little Rock with great content, but no marketing skills. Can you steer him out of the ditch?
    Love and ❤ all your videos.

  • @christinashepard8787
    @christinashepard8787 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I wanna go every where u go ….you make it all such fun. And not that tourist crap

  • @stockbulll
    @stockbulll 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    "Crusty" the gaiter wanted a prime rib burger!

  • @mray1375
    @mray1375 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Kelly, you never disappoint. This video was so much fun to watch. I live in SW Georgia and I've never been to the Everglades. My Florida stomping grounds are around Apalachicola, Shell Point and Mexico Beach. Maybe some day, I'll brave the long trip and traffic. Thank you for a delightful moment via video.

  • @gerrylake
    @gerrylake 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    “How is this legal?” and “You look like the sheriff”. Hilarious.

  • @mikem.1220
    @mikem.1220 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Those pants! I think my favorite thing about you is your chameleon look. Fashion Consultant...?

  • @FishingTheBank
    @FishingTheBank 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am sure people have been feeding him, I meet one the other day that came right over to me. That’s usually because they associate people with food. I want to check those out. Check out Circle B Ranch, or bloody bucket bridge, you have to go there at midnight on a full moon to here the baby’s CRYING 😮 thanks for sharing

  • @ReneVandyk
    @ReneVandyk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Kelly what Awesome Amazing Beautiful Gorgeous Scenery ❤😊

  • @ralphmitchell9762
    @ralphmitchell9762 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Those gators take some getting used to!

  • @rangerinthewoods
    @rangerinthewoods 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Crazy trail! I think you reminded us of the guy in Jurassic Park who says "Bigger. Why do they always have to make them bigger?"😅

  • @UpTheRa007
    @UpTheRa007 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good example of why it’s legal to open carry in Florida while going to and from hunting fishing & camping 🐊

  • @donnat9893
    @donnat9893 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video Kelly! Private airboat tour? You look so happy, healthy and are model beautiful-keep enjoying everyday and bringing us along for the adventures

  • @ndan3746
    @ndan3746 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly I think you might like this place
    Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
    Think it’s in Naples

  • @ADVENTURESOFBZ
    @ADVENTURESOFBZ 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I literally just spent 4 days in big cypress!!! I stayed at Midland campground but I saw this one once I was already down there. Trail lakes looks waaay better!!! Next time 🤘🤘

  • @ReneVandyk
    @ReneVandyk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Kelly love 💕 the place you are staying and the Beautiful Awesome Amazing place ❤😊

  • @hikewithmike4673
    @hikewithmike4673 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cool I was day hiking at a state park in central Florida that had a Seminole chickee hut to camp in the back country I thought what a cool idea..problem is I can’t remember which state park it was..lol

  • @severecracker3640
    @severecracker3640 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fun video…. Especially yelling at the gator.
    You were very close to the ranch I worked at.
    My stomping grounds

  • @Northanteus
    @Northanteus 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Gator comes near me at night, I'm eating gator and eggs the next morning.
    Edit: I'm actually thinking about an e-bike, how much was that one? I was looking at a few on Amazon. 🤔

  • @justingill1520
    @justingill1520 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Id love to go camping with you but you're going to have to protect me from the gators!😂 Cooking is my favorite thing while camping and you can never go wrong with a cheeseburger! Safe travels!

  • @KundaliniYogaGirl_
    @KundaliniYogaGirl_ 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When down in Florida again check out the Overnight Peace river canoe trip. We counted over 100 gators and even as a Floridian they were the biggest ones we ever saw.
    If the water height is right you can also go fossiling .
    Michele H.

  • @MattAustinonYouTube
    @MattAustinonYouTube 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Leftover cold burgers for breakfast is a camping tradition for us no doubt...we always make enough for an army and then fill up on beer instead haha🤷‍♂️

  • @delmarwyatt1027
    @delmarwyatt1027 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    That was so cool when you said what does this look like Klingmans dome because I went there when I was a kid. Whe you said that I said looks like Klinsmann dome right before you said it so. Cool!😆😉

  • @starman9458
    @starman9458 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a nosy gator that’s after some food. I liked how you scared it away when it jumped back in the water and took off like a speeding missile.

  • @chrissaunders8284
    @chrissaunders8284 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So, where did that second burger come from? Did you brush off the dirt and throw in the pan when the first was done? A little dirt is good for you. Thank you for the content.

  • @florida-alaskasummer22driv62
    @florida-alaskasummer22driv62 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I did that trail on my road bike a couple of years ago, and can identify - I've never been that close to so many large gators. i'm gonna have to check out your bike. I like how you can fold it and stick it in the back, ride on terrain. etc.

  • @aaallllen
    @aaallllen 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If you're going 20mph, please wear a helmet =)

  • @ReneVandyk
    @ReneVandyk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Kelly your Hamburgers are Awesome Amazing mmmmm so delicious ❤😊

  • @wendypelaez9305
    @wendypelaez9305 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly, I’m going to sound like your mother but helmets save lives.

  • @danofall8394
    @danofall8394 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You drink Dr. Pepper! I knew there was a reason I liked your videos. 👍🏻

  • @Golfpt62
    @Golfpt62 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Loved this video. The gator at your campsite kinda creeped me out. Lol

  • @deshawniskeng-mixedmediatv
    @deshawniskeng-mixedmediatv 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Damn Kelly is fine , absolutely gorgeous and yo great video too ❤❤❤

  • @steveblindlost9424
    @steveblindlost9424 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Go to Wooten's airboat rides, it's a blast, we were there last month. Skip their swamp buggy ride, nothing special like the one you went on with your Arkansas friends. Stay safe and well.

  • @robertbass151
    @robertbass151 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    where is this located?..the camping huts and museum?

  • @joesoutdoorplaces
    @joesoutdoorplaces 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The Everglades are so beautiful. I’ve had a chance to visit Florida on occasion. I need to go back and see some of the places you’ve highlighted in your videos. I also need to complete watching your FT playlist. Take care.

  • @nealsterling3849
    @nealsterling3849 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My first stone crabs were cold too. I guess that's how they come. I rather have them hot.

  • @richardross7219
    @richardross7219 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice video but, be more careful of the gators. When warmed up they can move surprisingly fast and are very dangerous. Can you recharge the bike when you pedal? Many E-Bikes have caught fire because of their batteries. Check your auto and renters insurances to make sure that you are covered if the bike burns. Some insurance companies are already refusing to cover all EVs. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick

  • @renoflames
    @renoflames 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really impressive video one thing for sure no Tent Camping by the water and no small pets running around. Good Video.

  • @tedspence-f7i
    @tedspence-f7i 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow .... gaters are all over .... The sign said do not feed the gaters .... so if a gater bites your foot off then you get arrested ...

  • @Will-t5x
    @Will-t5x 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Gators don't like the cold 🐊
    They come out to catch some rays to warm up 😎

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Absolutely gorgeous thumbnail my friend, video is simply captivating and so atmospheric!

  • @mountainman.4478
    @mountainman.4478 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How many miles can you ride the bike before you need to recharge? Thanks

  • @sammymartinez556
    @sammymartinez556 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly it’s always nice to follow u on yr adventures .. thanks for sharing.. love ❤️ from New Mexico.😊

  • @josephbrown-ut9ty
    @josephbrown-ut9ty 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You should look up Chandlers Wildlife , and go visit his place.

  • @StoicDivinity
    @StoicDivinity 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    9:36
    Digging those pants!
    Edit: also, are you locking your hair again? I couldn't help but notice a few locs.
    Edit pt 2: my timestamp was wrong. I corrected it.

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yes! @Lizkidder installed my dreads a few months ago!

  • @fmgypsy333
    @fmgypsy333 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly, some of the birds were a great blue heron a killdeer , a black vulture, the one you asked about was a purple gallinule and the reptile with the moth open was a salt water crocodile not a Gator , he has a pointy nose not square across like a Gator! Great finds!

  • @titanbrew8493
    @titanbrew8493 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I can't say enough about Trail Lakes Campground, the owner's, David and Jack Shealy, are some of the most welcoming people we've ever met. My wife and I moved ourselves and 3 children from Massachusetts to Florida in 2004 and we were fortunate to find Trail Lakes as our temporary home while looking for a house in the Naples FL area. We stayed in our motorhome at Trail Lakes for about 6 months. What an awesome adventure! The children loved camping, fishing and cooking over the fire almost every night! We also enjoyed meals at Joanne's and at the restaurants in Everglades City. So much seafood, it was great! The children attended Everglades City schools for a short time while we were there, the class sizes were incredibly small, our daughter's class had four student's, including her! Eventually, we found our home in Naples and had to move into town. That was a bittersweet time, but, my wife has a medical career and the commute to the hospital where she worked everyday was quite long. We all loved our time at Trail Lakes Campground and we do our best to get back down there when we can. If anyone is planning a trip to the Everglades I'd highly recommend a stay at Trail Lakes! If you have camping gear you can rent a campsite, if you're into glamping they offer chickee huts or fully accomidated cabins with A/C. You'll have a great time!

  • @beckyumphrey2626
    @beckyumphrey2626 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Camping in the everglades is awesome.

  • @semiroutdoors
    @semiroutdoors 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing video, love the channel

  • @DeloraUpwards
    @DeloraUpwards 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video, but that night sky timelapse was 🔥🎆 I can't believe you caught that many shooting stars! The camera upgrade is definitely paying off.

  • @Victory1981
    @Victory1981 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice chickee hut! Nice adventure! Rock on

  • @gracemccoy2874
    @gracemccoy2874 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    "I thought you were the Sheriff" 😂 thats funny. Those gators are crazy thank goodness thy cant climb the stairs into the hut! Was that irridescent bird a Guillinue(sp?) Why would the gator sit with his mouth open? Is that a cooling technique or intimidation? Airboat adventure next! Florida has tons of airboats right? Btw you are looking so radiant in this video! 👍😊

  • @JoeandEmmaLee
    @JoeandEmmaLee 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hey sheriff! Lol 😂 What a fun trip! So many gators! 🐊
    Great views and great weather! (Also freaking LOVE your tye dye flowy pants -Emily 😊)

  • @GarryCollins-ec8yo
    @GarryCollins-ec8yo 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You look like you really enjoyed that trip.

  • @eurekadocumentary
    @eurekadocumentary 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i see outdoor camping. i subscribed 😊❤🎉

  • @leedanielson7452
    @leedanielson7452 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Kelly, you and animals!!! Soooo funny!!!😂❤

  • @rosemarymcleod4074
    @rosemarymcleod4074 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow that was an awesome video! I love watching your adventures 😊

  • @cm2046
    @cm2046 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Purple Gallinule at 15:00

  • @jasonjones5213
    @jasonjones5213 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video, Looks like a cool place.

  • @burnie3911
    @burnie3911 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love this video Kelly,Cool camping spot,The cold burger breakfast was awesome,Be careful around those gators,They are no joke

  • @tyronesmith3812
    @tyronesmith3812 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly, idk how many times we need to tell you that you should not be solo camping or doing anything solo out in the back country. You're not a man, it's not safe for females to do this. Always take a man with you

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      aw thats cute lol

  • @genepeters7663
    @genepeters7663 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really enjoy all your videos..i think they are great and informative... But this one may be my favorite !! " You better back off Bro" lol... classic

  • @tomgreen5701
    @tomgreen5701 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are so BEAUTIFUL

  • @chasing-the-afterglow
    @chasing-the-afterglow 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very cool about the tiki shack. I didn't know they existed. I will have to drive down and check it out. Is it in a place where there is no light pollution for viewing the stars?

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Minimal night pollution

  • @jrcriner6542
    @jrcriner6542 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kelly look up the legend of Boggy Creek. It’s about a Bigfoot in Fouke Arkansas. They made a movie I think in the 70s about it. Cool old horror movie on a low budget.

  • @HH-li5xl
    @HH-li5xl 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Kelly . Reading comments and came across a congrats on your first ultra. Wondering if you’ll post a video about it ?

    • @kellyhays23
      @kellyhays23  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I got some footage but not sure if I’ll post it on my main TH-cam or just on patreon.

  • @jacordi
    @jacordi 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You should take a trip to Dry Tortugas and camp out. I regret we did not spend the night when we were there and whenever we go back we will definitely camp out for a night or 2.

  • @stevesampier527
    @stevesampier527 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are fun. I would have cursed and had to edit the hamburger episode. And your reactions to the gators, Shark Valley trail, stone crabs - all remind me of when I was young and first came to Florida. Thanks. Oh, not sure where you were in the chickee.

  • @vickaiser
    @vickaiser 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You’re getting really good with that camera. Or was that your phone? The stabilization was good. That was your phone, wasn’t it?

  • @nam_hn
    @nam_hn 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thank you so much for bringing Everglades to us. The bike loop was absolutely gorgeous. Hope Donald will comment on here!

  • @vickifg13
    @vickifg13 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you so much for this video it was awesome.❤❤

  • @ReneVandyk
    @ReneVandyk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Kelly love your E-bike ❤😊

  • @karenwernert1744
    @karenwernert1744 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You need to do the fish eating creek kayak… the shuttle up and down tot he campground. You will see so many gators and the cypress Rees are amazing

  • @wendypelaez9305
    @wendypelaez9305 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are a Florida girl 100%!

  • @KINGOFTHEWOODS847
    @KINGOFTHEWOODS847 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video was amazing I love your content so much you’re are amazing 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @michellebrownphoto
    @michellebrownphoto 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just did a similar trip at the end of January. That bike loop is the most fun! Did you see the crocs too or just alligators?

  • @davidlooney3018
    @davidlooney3018 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Back off bro lol. Good video 👍