Why Arizona? The Quest for Pelicamp West - S11E7

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  • @ElaineSimplyEL
    @ElaineSimplyEL 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    Welcome to Arizona Robert and family! I moved to northern Arizona from Chicago 11 years ago! I have 0 regrets! The beauty of The Southwest is endless! Enjoy!🎉

    • @Gillespie5150
      @Gillespie5150 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I moved out when it became California east

    • @douglasvamateurradioandmore
      @douglasvamateurradioandmore 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Gillespie5150az or chicago?

    • @luperamos7307
      @luperamos7307 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      11 years it was dirt cheap. Now it's super expensive.

    • @wethepeople3688
      @wethepeople3688 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Northern Arizona is very different than south Arizona.

    • @douglasvamateurradioandmore
      @douglasvamateurradioandmore 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @wethepeople3688 it is. There is similarities, espespecially near golden valley.

  • @merciasousasilva5558
    @merciasousasilva5558 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Congratulations Robert on Pelicamp West. You made a great choice! My husband and I watch your videos every week for years.❤

    • @jacobswartz4031
      @jacobswartz4031 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We dont have enough water for ourselves, and people keep coming. Good luck pal.

  • @onthethrottle7104
    @onthethrottle7104 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Congratulations and it's good to have wonderful people like you and your wife moving into our beautiful state of Arizona!

  • @CaddyOnRoute
    @CaddyOnRoute 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    “Such a fine sight to see” -Glen Frey
    Congratulations on becoming a western land owner.
    Go west young man!

  • @bstargel
    @bstargel 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    Congratulations on Pelicamp West! I’m so excited for you guys and what this means for your extended Western travels! To be so close to Las Vegas, Los Angeles and all of the west coast is so exciting! And to be right near the heart of Route 66 is the cherry on top! Thanks for bringing us along!

  • @JayJayFromAZ
    @JayJayFromAZ 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Lived in Az all my life and for Mother’s Day I took my mom and dad to Tombstone for the weekend. We never been before. I’m 48. Good times.

  • @Gillespie5150
    @Gillespie5150 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Because Arizona is a beautiful state.

  • @MLPdiver
    @MLPdiver 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Robert - I watched this video with my wife. When you talked about the parking spot you got in Winslow, we both burst out laughing! We did a cross country trip from our home in Port Saint Lucie, FL in spring 2023 and parked in the EXACT SAME SPOT!!! We also stopped at Meteor Crater and actually spent a night at Twin Arrows. Best wishes for Pelicamp West!

  • @KathyDragel-v5d
    @KathyDragel-v5d 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Welcome! We moved to Phoenix from SW suburb of Chicago 6 years ago. Best move we ever made. Even in the summer, Arizona is wonderful.

  • @heidimartin6711
    @heidimartin6711 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    How exciting !! Congrats to you and your family and enjoy many new memories to create in the beautiful state of Arizona, plus many beautiful sunrises and sunsets to experience ❤

  • @DeafRVTraveler
    @DeafRVTraveler 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Robert! Congrats on your new property for Pelicamp West! Very excited for you and Illy. Hope to see you on the road somewhere real soon!

  • @craftylady3129
    @craftylady3129 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I retired in Arizona from California. Everyone thought that I would head to Florida since I am Cuban but love the desert. You will have a friend here 😊

  • @thehighlanders607
    @thehighlanders607 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I agree, the camera does not do the Grand Canyon justice. You really have to be there in person to capture the feeling of absolute grandeur! Definitely one of my top 3 parks!

  • @AdventurousJeriLynn
    @AdventurousJeriLynn 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Howdy howdy Robert from Indiana.
    C O N G R A T S 🎉 it seems like a perfect place for Pelican West.
    ENJOY. Take care & Safe travels.

  • @humanresourcellcusa1969
    @humanresourcellcusa1969 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    gooooodddd moorrrrrninnnngg mr Robert.

  • @MajesticMe429
    @MajesticMe429 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Happy Mother's Day to Illy 🌷🌺💗

  • @michelemcdanieltravels
    @michelemcdanieltravels 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    …And your own personal desert sunsets await! Besides finding a little piece of the West to call your own, and the great little flashback to ‘Old Kia’, this video features the number one thing on my bucket list…The Grand Canyon (maybe next year)! The late day’s lighting there actually turned out fantastic, and whatever you’ve adjusted or changed in your A/V setup, has made a noticeable improvement in the quality of your videos. Thanks for taking the time to continually improve and invest in your stories. It’s so worth it!

    • @robertcolpitts4534
      @robertcolpitts4534 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      If you get to see the Grand Canyon, be sure to take the trip up onto the Kaibab Plateau to visit the North Rim. The South Rim is stunning; the North Rim is breathtaking.

  • @nomaderic
    @nomaderic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Out of all the choices you showed, location wise it's perfect. Close to Vegas, close to beautiful nature, close to the interstate, close to a good sized town for necessities. Pelicamp west is going to be awesome

  • @brandonbarragree
    @brandonbarragree 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I absolutely love the Golden Valley area!

  • @jorgemiro1613
    @jorgemiro1613 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have been to Arizona. Scottsdale, Phoenix, Sedona, Tuson and the Grand Canyon. There's not an aperture large enough to capture the Grand Canyon. The lack of clouds turns the Arizona night sky into a planetarium. The history and stunning countryside is impressive. I remember every western film 🎥 I've ever seen. I wish I would have rode the Grand Canyon railway 🛤. Thanks for recapturing the memories. Everyone of your videos are inspiring ✨️ 🙌 ❤️

  • @maxineoliver7404
    @maxineoliver7404 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Happy Mother's Day to the Moms in your family!!🌺🌺💐💐🌹🌹🍷☕🤗🤗

  • @tahoesnowlion
    @tahoesnowlion 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The desert takes some getting use to, but it has its charm. Im just outside of Reno, NV . At 5.,000 feet but use to Lake Tahoe and more water.❤

  • @jorgemiro1613
    @jorgemiro1613 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I like the drums and keyboard on this video 😮

  • @DrewMilesAway207
    @DrewMilesAway207 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Robert, ive missed you.
    So happy to see you back!

  • @debbiewerner7124
    @debbiewerner7124 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    What an awesome fun ride.
    CONGRATULATIONS 🍾 on your new digs. That’s so exciting. Can’t wait to see how it’s developed. ❤

  • @daemocd
    @daemocd 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very good! Welcome to Arizona!! 😀😀

  • @LazyDaisyDay88
    @LazyDaisyDay88 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Congratulations! Exciting times ahead at Pelicamp West - can't wait to see what you do with it.

  • @leokolev
    @leokolev 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love all yours videos! Thanks 👍🎉

  • @marilynbubb-yh5yk
    @marilynbubb-yh5yk 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My navy husband and I retired to southern AZ about 70 mi so of tucson. Been here over 30 years. Love it, yes these beach people loves the 🏜. Even after my husband died I stayed.

  • @hockeynutt9434
    @hockeynutt9434 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The more bare around your living area the better. Does not take long before mice and pack rats become an issue, Congrats on your land. That is exciting!

  • @peldridge2627
    @peldridge2627 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Whoohoo!! I've been waiting for this episode ever since you mentioned you were interested in Arizona! Thanks for taking us around with you and sharing your thoughts about each place. Looking for a place to live or invest in is not a light decision. Glad you found your Pelicamp West! Congratulations!

  • @fredogden936
    @fredogden936 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Your channel is great! Great conversational narration, wonderful music and excellent camera work. The content is still fresh and engaging and getting better all the time. Especially now with Pelicamp West, we will get to see more of the West. Thank you taking us on your adventures. Congratulations on your big purchase. I think it was the best choice, too.

  • @Floridiansince94
    @Floridiansince94 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations Robert and Ily for acquiring Pelicamp West! God bless you!

  • @lori4971
    @lori4971 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations Robert! My husband and I bought a house in Goodyear ten years ago. We drive down now every fall from Niagara Falls Canada. We love the drive and your videos bring back good memories. Enjoy your land!

  • @sonicjam717
    @sonicjam717 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can't wait to see what you do with Pelicamp West!

  • @ednakrueger8381
    @ednakrueger8381 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Welcome to the SW America!! We desert rats are good folks for the most part. I’m excited you found your place for the west camp!! It’s a good one! Love the mountains in the area. Hope it becomes a great place for you and Illy!

  • @Gillespie5150
    @Gillespie5150 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Congratulations Robert. You guys will be much happier in the north west corner than you will out east. I was biting my nails at the beginning of the video.

  • @RockymountainRobert
    @RockymountainRobert 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love Arizona, its the best of two worlds, mountain towns up north to desert floors to the south.

  • @mikehedrick8675
    @mikehedrick8675 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Robert. G.V. is a great choice. I moved to Kingman 4 years ago after a lifetime in SoCal and love it here. Sure, it takes some time to adapt to high desert life but its the perfect home base for RV'ers.

  • @cathyjay2569
    @cathyjay2569 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations Robert! Golden Valley is lucky to have you guys in their community. I’ve been singing driving to the west and riding in my RV to my kids and grandkids for all these years…it feels like I really know you. God bless your family!❤TNNana

  • @barbkugler7568
    @barbkugler7568 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on your Arizona land purchase ! Sounds Wonderful !

  • @coolwindinmyhair...5094
    @coolwindinmyhair...5094 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You found land! Congratulations 🎉 and enjoy!
    I like when you say gooood morning 😊
    It's like your trademark.

  • @cathydemarest3572
    @cathydemarest3572 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bedrock was adorable! Such attention to details.

  • @gi169
    @gi169 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on the purchase of Pelicamp West
    Mr. Robert and Ms. Ily. Even though I'm in SoCal please allow me to say welcome neighbors...

  • @EfficientRVer
    @EfficientRVer 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations, I think. Time will tell. Building is an adventure, that's for sure.

  • @elmandalorian6671
    @elmandalorian6671 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Excellent video 📹!

  • @CindyG-l1m
    @CindyG-l1m 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on the new property in Arizona. Love your vision for development of the two RV sites. Winslow, Arizona was cool. Love the Eagles music especially Take it Easy. Will have to make a trip out there to experience it ourselves.

  • @azlady8102
    @azlady8102 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I am THRILLED to see that Pelican West has landed in AZ! Congratulations 🎉! Nice choice good location and city water is a plus! (This is Mrs Max McLeieer). Hope to see you sometime. BTW I remember when you had the mishap in 2018. It was amazing how you got out of that predicament.

  • @jcjc6489
    @jcjc6489 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think the property has a lot of potential. You can plant trees and shrubs and the biggest plus is city water, because down in the desert water can be a problem. I like the vibe of that area in comparison to the other places you looked at. Love the Mts and it is in a quiet location on a hill and not in the valley. Looks to be a good find!

  • @jackietrujillo9612
    @jackietrujillo9612 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Good morning Robert. Congrats on ur new Pelican camp West looking forward of seeing it. l enjoy your video. l love when u visit Bedrock area and the animals were peeping at hole. That was funny and they seem to like them being filmed. Arizona was beautiful and mountains were awesome to see. it was a fun video. Happy Mother's Day .

  • @ronaldstarrett1957
    @ronaldstarrett1957 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    As always Robert beautiful video especially the Grand Canyon. So excited to see the development of Pelicans West.

  • @najruqwi7008
    @najruqwi7008 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    LOVE The Flintstones village! So much detail. AWESOME! 👍

  • @624Mike
    @624Mike 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congratulations Robert.

  • @georgesklr90
    @georgesklr90 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great choice Robert! Golden Valley seems perfect for a winter base.Standing between L.A and Phoenix,near Las Vegas,surrounded by so many National Parks,Forest,Monuments and a few hours away from the west coast.Congratulations and greetings from Greece!

  • @finnactha
    @finnactha 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Congratulations 🎊 on Pelican West Robert and Ily! 🎉

  • @michelehoffman3285
    @michelehoffman3285 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for posting this video (well, thanks for all of them!). But I too have been thinking about spending some time in Arizona camping and perhaps buying and this helped alot!

  • @alrichardson7027
    @alrichardson7027 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Hello Traveling Robert. This was absolutely amazing. There are so many places to enjoy and that fact that your building land is awesome. I enjoyed every bit of this...especially checking out Winslow Arizona! I've known this area before visiting The Grand Canyon. Thank you so much for this presentation.

  • @patrickbourgeois8934
    @patrickbourgeois8934 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Rob don't apologize for the wind mother nature and you're funny i think what you're showing makes me laugh its good entertainment

  • @josephmontoya104
    @josephmontoya104 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on your purchase and Welcome to Arizona !!!

  • @ShawnPatterson402
    @ShawnPatterson402 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    that looks like a beautiful spot for Pelicamp West. Looking forward to watching your development of the site. Continued safe travels....

  • @celesteg-g2684
    @celesteg-g2684 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would love to assist with plant I.D.. Been a plant lover in AZ since 1977. Congratulations on Pelicamp West! Short cruise to so many fun places!

  • @terizumbusch8408
    @terizumbusch8408 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    But when it comes to location you are definitely in a good spot to travel from there. Enjoy it❤

  • @Jaantoenen
    @Jaantoenen 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm really enjoying this video. Golden Valley is your best pick for good roads, but big lands that I know of. South East corner for rains high elevation

  • @kenholmes7999
    @kenholmes7999 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congrats! Here's to smooth sailing as you develop the site for your needs!

  • @DominicStudioz
    @DominicStudioz 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You moved into my town!

  • @joyces3550
    @joyces3550 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks like a great choice, fine location! You can always plant a couple of trees. Best Wishes.

  • @najruqwi7008
    @najruqwi7008 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks for the tour of Pelizona 👍 Great corner spot

  • @bchlvrbob
    @bchlvrbob 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your video inspires me to return once again. First visited nearly 50 years ago, last visited with my daughter in 2017 by train from Williams. Yes, we did get reservations at El Tovar and worth the effort. We got to see the Hopi girls perform and a wonderful exhibition of the hoop dance at the stage in front of the Hopi House. Got to go, one more time!

  • @donbraham411
    @donbraham411 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Very nice 👍

  • @robertcolpitts4534
    @robertcolpitts4534 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on selecting a place for Pelicamp West! It seemed you had your heart set on the Kingman area already, which is probably the better choice. The Show Low/Springerville area is beautiful, but as you said, the rutted roads show the dirt roads would probably be impassable in wet weather. The ruts tell the story. That's the same mudstone as what's exposed at Petrified Forest NP. Slippery when wet from Monsoon Season rains! 😉
    Looking forward to seeing your development of your new Pelicamp!
    Safe travels, my friend!

  • @johng5710
    @johng5710 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congrats on Pelicamp West!
    Also just a quick side note...there is actually a third Wigwam Motel still in operation in Cave City, KY.

  • @chuckgoodman3828
    @chuckgoodman3828 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Congrats on the purchase Robert.🎉

  • @Bramster17
    @Bramster17 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    +1 for planting a nice Joshua tree at Pelicamp West! :D

  • @djsi38t
    @djsi38t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a dream...stepping to the edge of the canyon.Ever since the brady bunch...I have wanted to...and still plan on doing one day....I just have to..

  • @fhoofe3245
    @fhoofe3245 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    24:00 nice ten-point turn...we've all been there! helps to have a ground guide co-pilot

  • @TJB-zt9tx
    @TJB-zt9tx 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Welcome! We moved to Mesa AZ from Michigan in 2020 and glad we did! My studio with my Roland TD-17KVX awaits your presence to jam when ready😁!

  • @KathyDragel-v5d
    @KathyDragel-v5d 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My brother is relocating from Fairbanks, AK. He is buying land near Williams. Beautiful area.

  • @ferventlypassionatebelieve3146
    @ferventlypassionatebelieve3146 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hey Brother, did you ever put your sticker on that flatbed truck??? I didn't "see you" do it - but that doesn't mean that you didn't do it either. Anyways, it's always fun to watch and celebrate your travels, and I'm still praying for you to find "the perfect ~ West Basecamp" for you. Blessings Bro.🙏 Stay Safe! Edit: Congratulations!🎉 btw, who in the world would write a comment before watching the whole video to completion? My Goodness!!!

  • @citizensallianceaustralia2025
    @citizensallianceaustralia2025 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just want to add my congrats to you and Illy grabbing a piece of the west for yourselves. You seem to have found a very centrally located spot. And you can now explore all the ghost towns and very intriguing border towns of Nevada, Utah and Arizona in-depth, which will give you at least another 5 years of excellent videos to look forward to. Cerro Gordo,, Wendover and West Wendover (home to the airfield which saw the takeoff of the Enola Gay on her mission to Japan), and many many other ideal locations for your exploration. Looking forward to your future adventures!

  • @najruqwi7008
    @najruqwi7008 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have only been to the North rim. Thanks for sharing the south rim with us 👍

  • @brucegoolsby1470
    @brucegoolsby1470 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on finding a spot in Golden Valley.

  • @dramaqueen3306
    @dramaqueen3306 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Robert, I've watched the video of the last time you were in that area a few times. And was pretty amazed when you took the detour off of I-40 . Why was I amazed? well that's because I did the exact same thing about 15 years ago, on that exact same road, after stopping at that same place near the old KOA, and kept going down the road, just like you did. Luckily I was not pulling an RV because I don't know if I could have gotten out of there like you did. That was some clever driving on your part! So to see you do the same thing was pretty funny. When I first watched you start down that road, I was yelling out loud, "nooooo, turn around"

  • @ragnar1439
    @ragnar1439 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Smart guy - take plenty of time to check out lots of places in Arizona! There are many interesting areas to consider for Pelicamp West….

  • @pattyk8594
    @pattyk8594 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations guys! Can't wait to see your new RV property being developed! :o)

  • @jerryflynn9414
    @jerryflynn9414 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations!

  • @daneboro6847
    @daneboro6847 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congratulations on your new AZ property 👏 🙌

  • @barb0138
    @barb0138 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We were in Arizona this spring I absolutely loved it

  • @Anthrit
    @Anthrit 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Location wise you scored for what you do. Good choice. Our area is more for long term to full time with nothing close unless you like National Forest camping and hiking. Welcome to the west and exited to see what you do with the new place. CHEERS!!

  • @MarkCormier
    @MarkCormier 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love the comments everyone! Passed through Winslow last weekend. Didn't see the famous intersection, but I found the local hardware store. Glad to exit the interstate and see something different. Maybe next time I'll check out the Flat Bed Ford!
    Happy Mother's Day🎉❤

  • @milesandhikes
    @milesandhikes 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congrats on finally finding a beautiful piece of land for Pelican West!! Maybe one day I'll be able to visit (from LA)

  • @patrickbourgeois8934
    @patrickbourgeois8934 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm really happy for you you sound excited

  • @mushinman1
    @mushinman1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Congrats!

  • @SlonesWildernessExpeditions
    @SlonesWildernessExpeditions 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very nice, congrats on Pelicamp West! Arizona is gorgeous. I look forward to seeing how you develop it.

  • @Floridiansince94
    @Floridiansince94 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have to say it all the time, but the music is also a big part of me coming back to Traveling Robert’s videos! It is very comforting - I find myself singing the songs all the time ;) great great channel!

  • @lorimarino2173
    @lorimarino2173 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! Thank you! 😊

  • @SevenFortyOne
    @SevenFortyOne 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was at the Grand Canyon watching the sunset from Yavapai point with my family that same day. It was cold and windy but beautiful.

  • @dianabalto
    @dianabalto 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great view of the Canyon, a huge crake on Earth, just wonder how was 10 million years ago, what's it fill with water ? We sure visited it from Las Vegas, stayed in the Trump hotel & hop in a small plane visited the glass walk, the Indians own the park. Can't remember what was the name of the place. Thanks Robert for such a lovely video. Congrat on Pelican West !

  • @UtahPaul
    @UtahPaul 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    When you were driving on the bad part of Route 66. I bet the people driving on I40 were thinking what is that guy doing? 😊

  • @kimiastewart6293
    @kimiastewart6293 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I moved to New Mexico from Chicago 6 years ago while NM is gorgeous, Arizona is my favorite state 🌵🏜

    • @Step-n-Wolf
      @Step-n-Wolf 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Moved to NM from MN but bought land in AZ which I like much more.

  • @joycemosakowski3648
    @joycemosakowski3648 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    After watching all your videos through the years I also thought Arizona is one of the most beautiful places in the United states. So carry on! Robert!