Rocky Mountains of New Mexico

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  • *My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
    Thanks for watching!
    **Follow Your Dreams*

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  • @billthomas8994
    @billthomas8994 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +83

    Thank you for the continuing drama free excellence

    • @bonniepwtf
      @bonniepwtf 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Amen to that!

  • @bernardl4441
    @bernardl4441 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

    Totally agree about the BLM areas near cities. Crazy to leave portable solar panels out unattended

  • @terryallen6688
    @terryallen6688 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    Sorry for the negative vibes while in Las Cruces Brian. We are not all idiots.

    • @michaeltablet8577
      @michaeltablet8577 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I spent a week in Las Cruces a few years ago and met many wonderful people.

  • @richardj.chaparrosr.9810
    @richardj.chaparrosr.9810 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤wonderful video I love New Mexico...lived in Taos 7 years Carlsbad 5 year's. Definitely the Land of Enchantment 🙏🏽👌🏽❣💯💯

  • @steeltentadventures3918
    @steeltentadventures3918 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Brian, you never disappoint. I wish safe and wonderful travels for you and yours.

  • @stevekunz6573
    @stevekunz6573 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Another great hike Brian. I agree about free camping near large populations, if you want to mess a place up, just add too many people. ☮️

  • @georgecorreia5314
    @georgecorreia5314 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Outstanding visual video thank you for bringing us along

  • @mezanian
    @mezanian 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Always informative, chill and wonderful. Thanks B, best 👌 from Queensland Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

  • @mrgajeep
    @mrgajeep 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Brian, first want to tell you how I enjoy your postings. This one was so extra special that I am not finding adequate words to use to tell you. Thank you so much for recording this hike and allowing this 83 year old to experience it through you ! ! !

  • @uphizzle
    @uphizzle 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The video is absolutely crystal clear

  • @_GntlStone_
    @_GntlStone_ 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Glad the Airstream didn't disappear along with the solar panels 😕

  • @thejackofalltravels8267
    @thejackofalltravels8267 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Love the desert in springtime

  • @Edward-w6n
    @Edward-w6n 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Those cactus blooms are awesome, Thanks for sharing.

  • @chapter4travels
    @chapter4travels 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    The other areas to avoid are anything referencing an OHV area or staging area. Not all, but many of the OHV people generally don't give a crap about anything, they leave trash, they will camp right next to you and crank up a generator and not think twice.
    (Off-Highway Vehicle) 4-wheelers, side-by-sides etc.

    • @AdventureVanMan
      @AdventureVanMan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      unless of course you like off roading😋

    • @chapter4travels
      @chapter4travels 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@AdventureVanMan I carry a dual-sport enduro motorcycle with me and I still avoid those areas like the plague.

    • @mdob5724
      @mdob5724 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have experienced that here in AZ. Most of them are druggies, not to many brain cells.

  • @rimonagale1625
    @rimonagale1625 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely hike. Beautiful scenery. Thanks

  • @TheSandiaman
    @TheSandiaman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Remember when hiking in New Mexico in most of the state you are hiking at least 5000 feet and much higher in the mountains, it can make for some heavy breathing.

  • @terryallen6688
    @terryallen6688 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Brian, this video brings you to my area. I live in Las Cruces N.M. I really like dripping springs. Welcome to N.M. Safe travels.

    • @AdventureVanMan
      @AdventureVanMan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Best Mexican ever!!!!....
      Cocina Mexicana Express
      1275 S Solano Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88001

  • @michaellowrie-ne1rh
    @michaellowrie-ne1rh 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very beautiful I was in New Mexico back in 2002relly liked it

  • @westsidewarrior7285
    @westsidewarrior7285 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    There is no substitute for being out in nature far away from major cities and metropolitan areas. Two different worlds. Happy Trails to you.

  • @michaeltablet8577
    @michaeltablet8577 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always Awesome!

  • @nancyseiler2844
    @nancyseiler2844 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice nature pics. Shows beauty of desert - lest I think it’s dry nothingness.

  • @54bonkers
    @54bonkers 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely gorgeous area! Thanks for bringing us along! ☮️❤️☀️

  • @dmccarty1006
    @dmccarty1006 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Thats not the rock making the noise its my Rice krispies dude 😁snap,crackel,pop!

  • @esousa486
    @esousa486 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    That looks like PRIME Rattlesnake country ........ Watch your step !!

    • @AdventureVanMan
      @AdventureVanMan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I never get to see as many rattlesnakes as I would like☹️

  • @tja3495
    @tja3495 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for another bike ride and a hike. I am amazed how strong you mic is to pick up the sound of water! Be safe💜☮

  • @phyllisullery9963
    @phyllisullery9963 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Outstanding beauty. Safe travels.

  • @mobiltec
    @mobiltec 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great sunset shot. Loved the dripping springs and the way you photographed it.

  • @fitter70
    @fitter70 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I love the fact that you are not in a hurry and you notice the small things. Thanks Brian.

  • @SonyaBayham
    @SonyaBayham 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Cheeseburger in paradise. Great video.

  • @lynnef3297
    @lynnef3297 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    👋😃👍 Thank you, Brian, I always enjoy your vlogs‼️

  • @TFrakesTanks
    @TFrakesTanks 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Always nice when I see a video post from Brian! Easy choice!

  • @lifehunter6426
    @lifehunter6426 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I've camped in this area. It snowed while I was there. At night you can see all of Las Cruces lit up like a Christmas tree

  • @Slowhiker-xw2kp
    @Slowhiker-xw2kp 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I've lived in NM on and off for much of my life, and it is particularly bad regarding trash compared to most other parts of the country I've lived. It's a lot like the real Mexico, and many of the third world countries I've lived. Thanks for the ride along and safe travels heading north. Hope you get to explore the mountains in Northern NM.

  • @chapter4travels
    @chapter4travels 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    The true Nomad: What are all these people doing here? Oh yeah, it's the weekend. Oh Look, trash cans and a water spigot, gotta remember that.

  • @KodeyWhiteWolf
    @KodeyWhiteWolf 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great video

  • @vancampinglifestyle
    @vancampinglifestyle 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Hey buddy! Another awesome video! I would say that black in the cave is built up soot? I’m just leaving AZ. Finally headed a little northerer myself :) maybe I will see you down the road! Safe travels!

  • @hokiewiley2510
    @hokiewiley2510 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Go check out the Catwalk its just outside of Silver City New Mexico.
    The Catwalk is absolutely incredible!!

  • @louparry7721
    @louparry7721 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Brian, what a fascinating ride through the surrounding area. That rock shelter was amazing. The wild flowers showed the real beauty of the dessert , not to mention the mountains in the background. Lunch also looked great. See you in the next one, God bless , Louise

  • @alchristensen8121
    @alchristensen8121 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    If you haven't been there already, Aguirre Springs on the east side of the Organ Mountains is awesome. There are trails leading up from the campground with the peaks towering above. You can stop in there and then continue to White Sands NP for a completely different experience.

  • @joanniejuergens8991
    @joanniejuergens8991 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Totally agree about the BLM areas near cities. great little hike in the mountains

  • @scottstevens6380
    @scottstevens6380 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you.

  • @bertkelly7650
    @bertkelly7650 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Couldn't hear the water dripping. Some dill hole is running the lawn mower.

  • @edwardmoran1739
    @edwardmoran1739 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In Tombstone on a mine tour, I walked by a black rock area that was silver in its natural form. Guess I would have never been a mineral explorer! That cave you visited prompted that thought.

  • @waianaegal744
    @waianaegal744 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So sad and you really have to protect your property and yourselves... even I'm the Land of Enchantment.
    Having spent 4 winters at a federal wildlife refuges in NM ... with an active rail track... we were always made aware to watch for transients... back as far as 2015. But it is a beautiful state. Take care.

  • @rikdeere
    @rikdeere 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Thanks for sharing. I often pass through Las Cruces, but it's often just a waypoint for a longer trip from Texas to the West Coast. Next time we're in that area, will make a point to visit that spot. BTW, don't blame you for not wanting to bushwack to the mine shaft. Besides the cactus and stickers, rattlesnakes would probably be getting active during this part of the year.

  • @justlucky13
    @justlucky13 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Great hike
    my camp had a thief took chairs cooler small table small bbq in Utah crazy thing was during Elk hunt I had a 357 side arm and my 270 riffle on me as most everybody does during a hunt what the Elk were they thinking?????
    Peace

  • @WalksInCamera
    @WalksInCamera 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Such a shame people don't respect the countryside. Its a problem the world over. Enjoyed the walk and such a nice area to walk through!!

  • @Chris-ut6eq
    @Chris-ut6eq 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The Hermit - Seems odd people had to kill a hermit. Why? I'll never understand people and their motivations for such things.

  • @JustinsOffGridAdventures
    @JustinsOffGridAdventures 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I just left that area. Great hiking and camping. Love the adventures that you go on. Truth be told there are a few of you that I have watched for so long and are the inspiration for my current travels. I just pulled into the Ozarks and am going to be hanging out here for a bit. New Mexico was cool but I totally missed the trees of the Midwest.

  • @Hiker_Mike
    @Hiker_Mike 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Agree with everything you said regarding public lands near cities. Sad that people destroy their lives and even more sad when they include others in their destructive ways.

  • @WatersandWilderness
    @WatersandWilderness 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Next time I'm traveling, I would like to eat at Brian's Bistro, if that is not too much to ask? I can bring the food and share... but I want it cooked and presented like you do it.

  • @richardthomas1743
    @richardthomas1743 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hello Brian , Kelly and Hobbs. Well that sucks that Solar panels were stolen from a neighboring camp site. Personally I would never leave anything out that can be stolen so easily. I honestly would hate to leave any part of my rig behind unattended. More than likely it was not a fellow camper that stole the panels.

  • @jm4672
    @jm4672 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow the sound of water fr the big rocks was awesome

  • @RickRose
    @RickRose 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic video overall. Really loved the opening sequence with the time lapse. Sorry to hear about the local crime. People are people. What can you do?

  • @LtDan-ov6bf
    @LtDan-ov6bf 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @marksr8784
    @marksr8784 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Unfortunately folks don't want to work for things...feel bad for your neighbors....we were camping on Cape cod in our pop up l...and someone had their Honda generator stolen...which sucks 😡 Great video Brian ✌🏿🏕

  • @lawrenceconstantine7735
    @lawrenceconstantine7735 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    You were a little light today have to put my BUDDY my best friend down tomorrow with lots of tears through the homestead.

    • @ValerieGriner
      @ValerieGriner 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm so very sorry for your loss. I totally understand how you feel.

  • @davidc8694
    @davidc8694 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was just there again a few weeks ago. So glad you're enjoying(ed) it! If you venture into Las Cruces, I'm a big fan of the laidback downtown, especially Grounded (coffee & pizza) and Matteo's (quick Mexican food). I love Las Cruces so much that I'm making it my new home base!

  • @Lois5650
    @Lois5650 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Lovely! Thanks Brian!

  • @stevexray6253
    @stevexray6253 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've never seen terrain quite like that and I enjoyed all the colors of spring. 😁👍

  • @zmarko
    @zmarko 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Great footage today, Brian! Gorgeous scenery! ❤

  • @timfarness9949
    @timfarness9949 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks Brian, i never thanked you for the stickers. Away we go, and Fallow your dreams (march2023) love the videos.

  • @TXMEDRGR
    @TXMEDRGR 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That is such a beautiful landscape and very different from what I'm used to. Thanks for sharing.

  • @chococak9046
    @chococak9046 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I just read a book by the title "Modoc." Crazy coincidence! Thanks for another great video!!

  • @chipsrafferty8362
    @chipsrafferty8362 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    New Mexico Bosque del Apache and the Grand Tetons my happy places.

  • @zygotepeyote
    @zygotepeyote 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Much appreciated Brian! You'll stay safe and take care! Hobbs needs a snack please!

  • @jasonlee-os1qi
    @jasonlee-os1qi 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Awful! That sux...

  • @JayDubber
    @JayDubber 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    True vanlifer.."OH wow it's the weekend.." 😂

  • @vannerdherd
    @vannerdherd 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Some true Breaking Bad going on out in NM! LOL! Do you ever worry about stumbling across mtn lions - hopefully you have pepper spray and/or firearm with you for that "just in case" moment! Cheers!

  • @susanstrickland6774
    @susanstrickland6774 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Beautiful videography. Love the terrain, spring water from the rock, and foliage. That's terrible the travelers had belongings stolen. Shame. Be well. 🙂👍

  • @jaystewart9947
    @jaystewart9947 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you sir for sharing. Great looking place. Too bad about the theft.

  • @WanderingWiley
    @WanderingWiley 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Brian, always a pleasure watching your videos.

  • @gailshaversjr1773
    @gailshaversjr1773 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another great video. It’s like we were right there in the moment. Keep living life to the fullest. Stay safe.✌🏻😊

  • @danrandall794
    @danrandall794 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hello Brian. Another great video. Loved the Hermit. Have you heard of Dick Proenneke? If not great stories with books and documentaries about him. Great reminder on being near a city.

    • @mdob5724
      @mdob5724 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I love Dick's Alaska cabin build,

    • @danrandall794
      @danrandall794 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      One hell of a story.

  • @davemenard5089
    @davemenard5089 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    (America the Beautiful) pass is FREE for life for USA veterans!

  • @davidborgerding8429
    @davidborgerding8429 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The sound of the seep crack is so soothing. Over a day, can get one by.

  • @samuelfox8126
    @samuelfox8126 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Brian! I love you video as always.
    I'm guessing you like warm or your videos are delayed a bunch. I've been up over 7000ft for a month. Taos is getting really nice right now.

  • @skepticalmom2948
    @skepticalmom2948 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful. My mom was from Estancia New Mexico. She grew up on a dairy farm. The soot on the ceiling from a fire. Probably indian inhabitants.

  • @REB65
    @REB65 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome Brian, thanks 👍👍 Take care of yourself and God bless 🙏✌️

  • @brpmanmann1255
    @brpmanmann1255 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I leave my van unlocked so they will not break the windows to get in. I figure at that point they are committed anyway. So far I have been lucky. Happy travels.

  • @jackoshea687
    @jackoshea687 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just watched your video ,glad to see your still living the life,I related to your Tonapah Nevada trip since I was there myself many years ago,carry on

  • @heberbelles916
    @heberbelles916 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    People are pretty brave. I bought a new phone and had it stolen at a DMV while a sheriff was in the parking lot from my motorcycle.

  • @hokiewiley2510
    @hokiewiley2510 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The rock formation is La Cueva.....it has camp tables grills and shade also a super nice Pavillion area for big groups.
    Its a beautiful area with lots of hiking and sightseeing.

  • @bonniepwtf
    @bonniepwtf 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was so wonderful to watch after a hectic day. I really enjoyed the hike so much & hearing the waterfall in the rocks. Nature is amazing as proven by the flower growing out of stone. I thi k I heard it screaming "I will not be stopped"😄✌️

  • @philo5096
    @philo5096 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That burger and tatertots looked fantastic. Great vid, thanx.

  • @jtrails1
    @jtrails1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice video, but you do know that the Rocky Mountains of New Mexico are the Sangre de Cristos, with their southern terminus at Santa Fe ;-)

    • @AdventureVanMan
      @AdventureVanMan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great comment but did you know rocky is an adjective? ;-)

    • @jtrails1
      @jtrails1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AdventureVanMan not when you capitalize both words......

    • @AdventureVanMan
      @AdventureVanMan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @jtrails1 lol, notice that font is all caps🤭

  • @jasonaustin1038
    @jasonaustin1038 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Go to the other side of the Organs, where the pay campground is and do that loop hike. That's a good one!

  • @ZDD760
    @ZDD760 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I was taught the cacti with the singular tall bloom is a century plant. It only has the tall stalk once in one hundred years, then the plant dies. It does bloom short blooms but the tall stalk only once every hundred years

    • @AdventureVanMan
      @AdventureVanMan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      That is a different variety in the agave family. These are Yucca. I showed some century plants a few videos back in my 'Camp Mornings, Prarie Dogs, and Grilled Food' video, towards the end of the video.

    • @ZDD760
      @ZDD760 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AdventureVanMan thanks for letting me know. I was going for look and didn’t know it was different

  • @shemajragin4606
    @shemajragin4606 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Hi 🙋🏿‍♀️

  • @kimprocarione5473
    @kimprocarione5473 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very cool! I had family that was raised in Las Cruces. I had no idea it was so beautiful. Thanks for the heads up about the theft stuff!

  • @journeyswithlittletpage1669
    @journeyswithlittletpage1669 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I may have missed it but did you talk about rattlesnake while moseying around as the desert warms up? I used to live in 29 Palms in my early 20's when I thought I was bulletproof, lol.

  • @touristiqueducanada346
    @touristiqueducanada346 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    🐾👣🌮🍺✌️

  • @duane4972
    @duane4972 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Hi everyone, happy Trails y'all !

  • @cargotrailerkenny4481
    @cargotrailerkenny4481 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    nice flowers. cool rock. (I love rock). thanks

  • @LadyEdisto
    @LadyEdisto 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    These are the sort of videos I like when you do the m. I feel like I’m right there with you. Thanks. 🥰

  • @norrisdabney4298
    @norrisdabney4298 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Enjoy your videos

  • @teresap.5991
    @teresap.5991 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Stunning beauty there Brian. Thanks for sharing❤

  • @MannyWC
    @MannyWC 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Vendra, the wind, didn’t take the panels? She took mine, landing them in shreds 3 football fields away. Bluettie 350w- a nice chunk of change, gone!

  • @ncdean62
    @ncdean62 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Another great video that makes me want to drop everything and hit the road! Such an amazing area. Thanks for sharing all your adventures...

  • @50spudman
    @50spudman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    👍✌️