I am a local to this area. Not many campgrounds are tucked away in the country like this one and that "sets it apart". Balsam Mtns are on the Jackson County NC (Sylva) and Haywood County NC (Waynesville) border. The area that inspired the book and Movie named Cold Mountain. -- Taking your food for this trip was a good idea - nearest restaurants are almost 30 min of driving away. -- The pride the owners have in making this place special is obvious.
That looks like a fantastic place to stay. I've already put it on my must visit list. On a personal note. With all the folks I talk to, several of them are in troubling relationships. I am encouraged by the love and devoting you two have for each other. I see how you two learn, love, and grow together. It's beautiful to see this.
Beautiful campground! And no mosquitoes? That’s definitely a plus! I agree, it’s good to unplug every once in a while and just enjoy nature. Thanks for sharing!
I lost my mother-in-law this morning. She was 97 and lived a godly life and know she is shining in heaven. So knowing her story was amazing to know her.
Very nice. No wifi forces you to pay attention to nature and each other, what a great thing. I agree, I think you have found a gem. Very much appreciate the fireside chats and thanks again for sharing your adventure. Keep up the great work you two. 🤓
Hey thanks for sharing your videos. I wish I could be able to his I know my father would love to do this. He is 85 and my mom is 76 and I am so blessed to have my parents still living. And I thank God everyday for them that they are still here with me Love you all keep it coming God is good all the time
How gorgeous!!!!!! Southern California girl who would love to visit there! Thank you for sharing ! What a sweet couple you are. Hug your doggy for me!❤
I’m not really a camper never have camped. But if I could camp like you to do it have the outfit like you guys have to camp in I think I would love to camp. Especially probably nap next to one of those creeks and just relaxing and listening to the water. Thanks for sharing. U2 were awesome.
Mike and Karen, first your sandwiches looked sooo good! Second, I've been writing stories on Facebook about this little girl inside longs to go back before our dairy was ever thought of. Of me walking in the pasture and imaging the trail the cows made were a railroad track and there waiting for the train to cross so I can go on my way in the tracks of the pickup and tractor made going back and forth in the pasture. I'm longing to go back to those days of old and back to the good old days. I wish God would grant us one wish to go back in time and relive those happy days and go back home to the place I grew up. Love your fireside chats and God Bless You both!❤️❤️ I forgot that's a beautiful campground and love the river!
I love this place, thank you so much for showing us, we are buying a travel trailer and can't wait to go stay at some of these places that you have stayed at . Thank you so much and God Bless
Mike n Kareen, My story is telling people about you two, Going Camping and other places and watching you two cook inside or on the Blackstone. You two light up my heart, Hugs n Love to you both, and God Bless, Moonshine Campgrounds is a very nice small place I love it.
Great video guys! Karen love your shirt!! Dang! Good looking sandwiches! We know who is cooking if we ever camp together! Orange light? Pauls favorite color! LOL... Cheese cake, you guys are doing it right! Love the van and your set up! Thanks for sharing!
I love Lewis Brand Buns and Bread. They seem to keep for a while. Your Philly Cheese Steaks and Cheesecake looked delicious! 😋Never seen anyone roast a Peep before. Lol! I enjoyed your story time. You are right...everyone has one. Really enjoyed this Mike & Karen! ❤
Thank you Mike and Karen and of course Big T for the beautiful video of Moonshine creek campground. Definitely one of my favorites that you have camped at. Love your Fireside chats and please keep up the great work you do for all of us watching and enjoying your spectacular videos. ❤❤❤
I’ve roasted Peeps for years! I like them better than regular marshmallows😋😋 That’s a beautiful campground! That’s the way we like to camp😊 Thanks for sharing and God Bless🙏
New subscriber here. I really enjoy your videos. What a blessed life to be surrounded by beautiful mountains, creeks, etc. not to mention all of the cute shops and fun attractions. Thank you for sharing.
More like real camping to me, on the ground, not concrete, under a real canopy of large trees, rushing waters and in the mountains..and not far from Maggie Valley too....thanks for taking me along ! But Mike, you never told me what kind of motorcycle you used to ride...?
Wow !!! NICE bike !!! I miss those days too ! I'm 67 now, fought cancer all of '22 plus 4 majors surgeries. Thank you & Karen for letting me enjoy your adventures! God Bless yall !!!
I just love your videos you were both sweet sweet people and you can tell that you have a great love for the Lord and of course I always love to see big T Beautiful spot to camp
Thank y’all we just booked at moonshine this is our first time going camping in our new travel trailer my wife and just watched your video from staying there and we are excited about going thanks again
@@FridaysForever we have to Cherokee we hope we have everything we need like i said it is our very first time we have been watching you and your wife’s videos and love them thanks and keep them coming
Hey Mike and Karen I think y'all found the holy Grail campground I will definitely be making a stop by there for too long even on the hottest day that would be a great place to be take care and God bless
Another great video. This place looked very nice. As usual, loved the fireside chat. Hey to my man, Big T. 🤗 Hugs and kisses to you. 🤗 😘 ❤ He loves the fire as much as I do. Have fun, be safe, and God bless.❤
I have sisters that are twins just 15 months younger than me. They had such a bond. I lost Ruby back in Jan. I use to listen to all my cousins tell stories growing up! I was so intrigued with them. Love the new places and keep the adventures going!!
I know all about Sylva NC. My dad’s Family live there. Downtown Dillsboro has some really cool shopping, restaurants and train ride. Enjoy Your Stay. Thanks For Sharing
I'm sure we have roasted Peeps at some point in time. Karen is spot on wanting a folded potato chip. I always say folded chips taste better than a flat chip.
Now I love that campground! Very earthy. Think I'll make those sandwiches in camp. Love Cheesecake and Food City. Your camping adventures are wonderful ✨️...TY😊
Hello 👋 from Canada 🇨🇦. Thanks so much for finding this hidden gem of a campground. Really looks nice. I like how all the sites are by water. ❤❤❤ we love your travels to campgrounds.
Beautiful place so green and tree's. Do you guy's think you would ever venture out do a camping road trip thru different states? But thanks for another great viedo ❤
I really enjoyed the vlog. I felt like I was sitting around the fire listening to you guys. Of course if I was there, I would be chocking with camp fire smoke lol. Keep up your fun and loving relationship.
I think you guys need to add a little Hershey's Chocolate Syrup to your cheese cake that would be heavenly My wife Nancy makes cheese cakes and I have all 7 grandchildren hooked on the chocolate syrup We love your vidios. Don't stop I would love to see you do one at Christus Gardens❤
Great video! I live in PA and my daughter works on the Chattooga river in GA/SC so always looking for alternative places to stay/camp. I was always in awe of the beautiful mountains traveling through the Sylva area on Rt 74
U and Karen should stay at Riveredge RV campground it is the first campground in pigeon forge coming from gatlinburg on the right a very nice campground
Love the fireside chats and usually they hit a nerve in me. Of course everyone has a story. I was the kitchen manager in a private school for troubled teenage girls. All came from well to do families. I wasn't their therapist, house Mom, Teacher etc. Some would come and talk to me while I was preparing their meals and they felt they could talk to me without being judged and our conversations were between us. Most of the time it seemed like their Parents were part of the problem. Anyways it was the best years of my life, the girls always were respectful to me and as you said everyone has a story. Hopefully they appreciated me listening to theirs and in some way they knew someone out there was listening.
I have been watching your videos for about a year now and there’s just something so comforting about the two of you. My husband and I are fixing to retire very soon. I love the camping videos. But I have a question for you, Karen, what is your make up secret? You are absolutely gorgeous and your make up is perfect. I would love to know your regimen! I know it’s probably a crazy thing to say but you’re absolutely gorgeous. I am a 60 year old woman and I need all the help I can get ha ha. Thanks again for all the hard work you guys do❤
Hi Sue, thanks to you and Bob for watching our videos. We feel encouraged when viewers enjoy our content. Appreciate your kind words, you are very sweet about my makeup. Thanks so much for that. Honestly, I don’t buy expensive makeup. It’s all what I call “over the counter” that I purchase at a drugstore, Walmart etc. My foundation is Fit by Maybeline, then I put on a pink/plum powder blush by Cover Girl, next Cover Girl pressed age defying powder -natural beige, Maybeline medium brown brow pencil and use a small brush to spread it out, a white or ivory eye shadow all over my eyelids as a base, Revlon “seductive” purple eyeshadows in 4 shades. Lighter shades from corner of eye to halfway then darker purple from middle out to end of brow. Maybeline Expresso pencil eyeliner, then a glam black mascara. Lipstick is Revlon Plumilicious and light pink lipgloss on top. Hope this helps. God bless, Sue. ~ Karen
Been there many times great memories..back in mid and late nineties our son sooooo small..tents then popups ..hay girl like your shirt
I am a local to this area. Not many campgrounds are tucked away in the country like this one and that "sets it apart". Balsam Mtns are on the Jackson County NC (Sylva) and Haywood County NC (Waynesville) border. The area that inspired the book and Movie named Cold Mountain. -- Taking your food for this trip was a good idea - nearest restaurants are almost 30 min of driving away. -- The pride the owners have in making this place special is obvious.
Thank you for sharing with us Woody.
Your cheese steak sandwiches looked so good I’ll have to make us some!
I always enjoy your videos.
God bless & happy camping!
Thank you so much Sandra. God bless!
Love Moonshine Creek. The owners are awesome. Glad you enjoyed it too.
That looks like a fantastic place to stay. I've already put it on my must visit list. On a personal note. With all the folks I talk to, several of them are in troubling relationships. I am encouraged by the love and devoting you two have for each other. I see how you two learn, love, and grow together. It's beautiful to see this.
Thank you for the kind comment and for sharing with us David.
Beautiful campground! And no mosquitoes? That’s definitely a plus! I agree, it’s good to unplug every once in a while and just enjoy nature. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Courtney! We really enjoyed our stay. That's what he said about mosquitoes (nice)! Always great to hear from you.
@@FridaysForever Hey guys! I’m so glad you both enjoyed your stay. Thanks, it’s always great to hear from the two of you as well! ❤️🤗
I lost my mother-in-law this morning. She was 97 and lived a godly life and know she is shining in heaven. So knowing her story was amazing to know her.
So sorry to hear this Peggy. We know her story was awesome. Thank you for sharing with us.
So sorry to hear of your loss, may God Bless. You and your family, with healing peace and comfort.
Wow we just missed you got home Saturday from the smoky mountains and Boone, NC. My favorite place
I love Franklin, Cherokee, and Townsend!
We stayed at Moonshine Creek last summer for a week. That is our favorite Campground so far.
Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful campground
We stayed there so many times!! We love the camping cabins.
A very unique and beautiful place. Unplugging from the web is a plus too. Good for the soul💗
It really is! Thank you for watching as always for the comment.
Very nice. No wifi forces you to pay attention to nature and each other, what a great thing. I agree, I think you have found a gem. Very much appreciate the fireside chats and thanks again for sharing your adventure. Keep up the great work you two. 🤓
Such a beautiful place and peaceful as well.
I just loved your conversation around the fire
There sure seems to be a lot of nice campgrounds near you. Love it!
We love making s'mores with peeps! I have twin boys 💙
We went probably 25 yrs ago and LOVED IT.
Thank you all! We definitely want to try this beautiful camp ground! Looks amazing 🤩
I think out of all the sites this is the most prettiest
Thanks for sharing Susan.
What a great peaceful campground. Unplugged is good for the soul.
Thank you for the comment Kathi.
Hey thanks for sharing your videos. I wish I could be able to his I know my father would love to do this. He is 85 and my mom is 76 and I am so blessed to have my parents still living. And I thank God everyday for them that they are still here with me Love you all keep it coming God is good all the time
Would love to here all your god stories ❤have a blessed week
Just a thought, next time you have those sandwiches add green pepper & fresh mushrooms. Yum, yum!
Great idea Michele - we don't really care for either but see most people do. Thanks for sharing.
👍❤️🙏Beautiful campground! You found a gem! Happy 50th anniversary to Moonshine Creek Campground!
How gorgeous!!!!!! Southern California girl who would love to visit there! Thank you for sharing ! What a sweet couple you are. Hug your doggy for me!❤
Looks like a good place to camp. I like the fireside chats.😊
Thank you for watching Helen.
I’m not really a camper never have camped. But if I could camp like you to do it have the outfit like you guys have to camp in I think I would love to camp. Especially probably nap next to one of those creeks and just relaxing and listening to the water. Thanks for sharing. U2 were awesome.
Thanks so much for the comment Vickie.
We're going to have add this campground on our list. I grew up in Brevard, NC and have always loved the surrounding areas of Western NC.
Beautiful place. ❤
Great Campground.
I loved this one. ❤️
Mike and Karen, first your sandwiches looked sooo good! Second, I've been writing stories on Facebook about this little girl inside longs to go back before our dairy was ever thought of. Of me walking in the pasture and imaging the trail the cows made were a railroad track and there waiting for the train to cross so I can go on my way in the tracks of the pickup and tractor made going back and forth in the pasture. I'm longing to go back to those days of old and back to the good old days. I wish God would grant us one wish to go back in time and relive those happy days and go back home to the place I grew up. Love your fireside chats and God Bless You both!❤️❤️ I forgot that's a beautiful campground and love the river!
Thank you so much for sharing Carla. God bless!
@@FridaysForever you're welcome and God Bless You too!
I love this place, thank you so much for showing us, we are buying a travel trailer and can't wait to go stay at some of these places that you have stayed at . Thank you so much and God Bless
Our pleasure! God bless.
beautiful campground, my wife likes the folded chips too. 1st thessalonians 5:16 safe travels and God bless yu'all
Thank you Bill. God bless!
Great video love watching y’all we can not wait to take our new travel trailer on our first trip
Mike n Kareen, My story is telling people about you two, Going Camping and other places and watching you two cook inside or on the Blackstone. You two light up my heart, Hugs n Love to you both, and God Bless, Moonshine Campgrounds is a very nice small place I love it.
Thank you so much for the kind comment and we really appreciate you telling others about our adventures. You are the best! God bless.
Great video guys! Karen love your shirt!! Dang! Good looking sandwiches! We know who is cooking if we ever camp together! Orange light? Pauls favorite color! LOL... Cheese cake, you guys are doing it right! Love the van and your set up! Thanks for sharing!
Hey guys! Thanks so much for dropping a comment and for watching. See you soon!
I love Lewis Brand Buns and Bread. They seem to keep for a while. Your Philly Cheese Steaks and Cheesecake looked delicious! 😋Never seen anyone roast a Peep before. Lol! I enjoyed your story time. You are right...everyone has one. Really enjoyed this Mike & Karen! ❤
Thank you Mike and Karen and of course Big T for the beautiful video of Moonshine creek campground. Definitely one of my favorites that you have camped at. Love your Fireside chats and please keep up the great work you do for all of us watching and enjoying your spectacular videos. ❤❤❤
Glad you enjoyed it Lisa.
I’ve roasted Peeps for years!
I like them better than regular marshmallows😋😋
That’s a beautiful campground!
That’s the way we like to camp😊
Thanks for sharing and God Bless🙏
New subscriber here. I really enjoy your videos. What a blessed life to be surrounded by beautiful mountains, creeks, etc. not to mention all of the cute shops and fun attractions. Thank you for sharing.
Welcome aboard! We appreciate you taking time to comment. Our pleasure.
More like real camping to me, on the ground, not concrete, under a real canopy of large trees, rushing waters and in the mountains..and not far from Maggie Valley too....thanks for taking me along ! But Mike, you never told me what kind of motorcycle you used to ride...?
Thanks for sharing! My last bike was a BMW GS 1200 Adventure. Old vids on youtube under realmotovlog th-cam.com/video/Yu1hGeYfNfI/w-d-xo.html
Wow !!! NICE bike !!! I miss those days too ! I'm 67 now, fought cancer all of '22 plus 4 majors surgeries. Thank you & Karen for letting me enjoy your adventures! God Bless yall !!!
@@diamondbackking4141 We pray you are doing better now. God bless.
Precious BIG T!😊❤
Thank you! 😊
I just love your videos you were both sweet sweet people and you can tell that you have a great love for the Lord and of course I always love to see big T Beautiful spot to camp
Thank you so much!
Beautiful camp ground. So relaxing
It really is!
We enjoy the fireside stories
That sure is a pretty place. I like the folded ones too. 😂
Looks like an awesome place to stay. How I miss my camping days from when I was a child. Thanks for sharing.
Thank y’all we just booked at moonshine this is our first time going camping in our new travel trailer my wife and just watched your video from staying there and we are excited about going thanks again
We hope you enjoy the area - so much to see and do. Cherokee, Bryson City, Waynesville and more.
@@FridaysForever we have to Cherokee we hope we have everything we need like i said it is our very first time we have been watching you and your wife’s videos and love them thanks and keep them coming
Hey Mike and Karen I think y'all found the holy Grail campground I will definitely be making a stop by there for too long even on the hottest day that would be a great place to be take care and God bless
Hi Jeff! It was really nice and peaceful. Thanks for sharing and God bless.
I loved that place...so peaceful and calm looking. It was so pretty and definitely a hidden gem. And I never thought about roasting a peep.
Thanks so much for watching and leaving a comment.
Another great video. This place looked very nice. As usual, loved the fireside chat. Hey to my man, Big T. 🤗 Hugs and kisses to you. 🤗 😘 ❤ He loves the fire as much as I do. Have fun, be safe, and God bless.❤
Thank you for the comment Renee. Big T says hi. God bless!
Looks like a nice place
Wow! Moonshine Creek is on our list now! 😍
What a beautiful campground. Food looked good. Love the fireside stories. Have a good weekend guys!!
Thanks! You too!
Makes me hunger to BE THERE! Thanks.
Thanks for watching Kathy.
Aww Big T looks like he's enjoying that lap time 😍
I have sisters that are twins just 15 months younger than me. They had such a bond. I lost Ruby back in Jan. I use to listen to all my cousins tell stories growing up! I was so intrigued with them. Love the new places and keep the adventures going!!
So sorry for your loss Pam. Sisters are special and especially twins. Thank you for watching and sharing with us.
Thank You for sharing this special place!!🔥👍👍🙏🙏🙏🫶
The wife and me will have to go and check this place out ! Looks so relaxing
Wow that looks like a beautiful campground. No mosquitoes? Tara would like that.
I know all about Sylva NC. My dad’s Family live there. Downtown Dillsboro has some really cool shopping, restaurants and train ride. Enjoy Your Stay. Thanks For Sharing
Great fire side chat.. Your videos always make me smile.
Glad you like them!
Thanks guys, so much! That was beautiful! I think everyone should share their STORY .. you never know how it can help someone else!😊😊🌺
Amen
I'm sure we have roasted Peeps at some point in time. Karen is spot on wanting a folded potato chip. I always say folded chips taste better than a flat chip.
Love the folded chips!
Great video! I really enjoyed the fireside chat.
Looks like an excellent camp ground.
We enjoyed it Diane.
Now I love that campground! Very earthy. Think I'll make those sandwiches in camp. Love Cheesecake and Food City. Your camping adventures are wonderful ✨️...TY😊
Thank you so much for the comment. Food City is the best!
😊 Hi 👋 Mike and Karen. Really nice campground. Thanks for your fireside chats. God bless
Our pleasure! Hope you are doing well Kendra. God bless.
Hello 👋 from Canada 🇨🇦.
Thanks so much for finding this hidden gem of a campground. Really looks nice. I like how all the sites are by water. ❤❤❤ we love your travels to campgrounds.
Hello Tracy in Canada! Thanks for the comment so much.
Super nice campground g uys!!Thanks for sharing!
Our pleasure!
Really enjoyed listening to the creek and the fireside stories!!!
Thank you for watching.
Mike and Karen this campground looks Amazing so glad you shared it. The Stream behind was great looking most likely it sounded even better.
Yes it was!
Never thought about roasting a peep
They get HOT!
What a pretty peaceful place
Beautiful place so green and tree's. Do you guy's think you would ever venture out do a camping road trip thru different states? But thanks for another great viedo ❤
Maybe one day! We both still work full time right now. Thanks for watching.
I love yalls videos because they are so relaxing
I really enjoyed the vlog. I felt like I was sitting around the fire listening to you guys. Of course if I was there, I would be chocking with camp fire smoke lol. Keep up your fun and loving relationship.
Thank you Paul. Yeah, the camera was smoked out haha.
That place is cute. Looks peaceful.
Thank you for watching Tiff.
I think you guys need to add a little Hershey's Chocolate Syrup to your cheese cake that would be heavenly
My wife Nancy makes cheese cakes and I have all 7 grandchildren hooked on the chocolate syrup
We love your vidios. Don't stop
I would love to see you do one at Christus Gardens❤
Beautiful place loved the music . Wonderful video
Thank you very much!
A lovely place to camp!
Thank you for sharing with us Kaye.
VERY NICE!! i LOVE IT!
Thanks!!
Looks beautiful ❤
Thank you! 😊
Great video! I live in PA and my daughter works on the Chattooga river in GA/SC so always looking for alternative places to stay/camp. I was always in awe of the beautiful mountains traveling through the Sylva area on Rt 74
Looks so relaxing ❤
We have been there to vist,but have not stayed. Theres an old Hotel on the way on the right that I believe is now a B&B.
Let us know if you ever stay Tony.
Oh my goodness this is a beautiful place to camp. Thanks for sharing ❤️
It really is!
Thanks looks like a great place going to check it out. Love your videos
Thanks for watching!
I roast marshmallow Peeps! Yummy!!! 😂
That was fun and very peaceful 🤗💕. Safe travels.
Thank you! 🤗
Love Peeps. Never roasted. Gotta try it out now
U and Karen should stay at Riveredge RV campground it is the first campground in pigeon forge coming from gatlinburg on the right a very nice campground
Love the fireside chats and usually they hit a nerve in me. Of course everyone has a story. I was the kitchen manager in a private school for troubled teenage girls. All came from well to do families. I wasn't their therapist, house Mom, Teacher etc. Some would come and talk to me while I was preparing their meals and they felt they could talk to me without being judged and our conversations were between us. Most of the time it seemed like their Parents were part of the problem. Anyways it was the best years of my life, the girls always were respectful to me and as you said everyone has a story. Hopefully they appreciated me listening to theirs and in some way they knew someone out there was listening.
Thank you for sharing Harry.
I have been watching your videos for about a year now and there’s just something so comforting about the two of you. My husband and I are fixing to retire very soon. I love the camping videos. But I have a question for you, Karen, what is your make up secret? You are absolutely gorgeous and your make up is perfect. I would love to know your regimen! I know it’s probably a crazy thing to say but you’re absolutely gorgeous. I am a 60 year old woman and I need all the help I can get ha ha. Thanks again for all the hard work you guys do❤
Hi Sue, thanks to you and Bob for watching our videos. We feel encouraged when viewers enjoy our content. Appreciate your kind words, you are very sweet about my makeup. Thanks so much for that. Honestly, I don’t buy expensive makeup. It’s all what I call “over the counter” that I purchase at a drugstore, Walmart etc. My foundation is Fit by Maybeline, then I put on a pink/plum powder blush by Cover Girl, next Cover Girl pressed age defying powder -natural beige, Maybeline medium brown brow pencil and use a small brush to spread it out, a white or ivory eye shadow all over my eyelids as a base, Revlon “seductive” purple eyeshadows in 4 shades. Lighter shades from corner of eye to halfway then darker purple from middle out to end of brow. Maybeline Expresso pencil eyeliner, then a glam black mascara. Lipstick is Revlon Plumilicious and light pink lipgloss on top. Hope this helps. God bless, Sue. ~ Karen
@@FridaysForever oh my goodness, you are so kind! Thank you, Karen, Bob and I can’t wait for your next video! Have a blessed week❤️
Cheesecake and Peeps 🧐😵💫
You all need to try the Publix cheesecake. It is soft and fluffy. The best thing is there is no crust.
We will give it a try sometime Sherie.
And I prefer a fluffy cheesecake as well.
Looks like a really serene and lovely place to camp.
Karen did you and your twin ever try to fool people by switching places? lol