Solo RV Travel Begins | RV Travel and Adventure GPS
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- Life moves on after the death of my spouse, as the trailer still needs to be maintained and readied for eventual travel once again. This is a year dealing with profound loss, working to regroup at home, and beginning to recover with travel plans that have forever been altered. A new journey always begins with a fist step, and for my RV travel, this first trip.
GPS Patapsco Valley SP Hollofield Area 39.295162, -76.787897
GPS Patapsco Valley SP Avalon Area 39.219780, -76.704809
GPS Patapsco Valley SP Daniels Area 39.315166, -76.815683
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro - Return to the road
1:34 Patapsco Valley State Park
5:06 Dewinterizing
11:58 Rookie mistake and reflections
13:55 Thomas Viaduct
18:08 Waterfalls
19:03 Swinging Bridge
22:21 More water
25:23 A fish ladder
Five years ago, I lost my wife to lung cancer. We always used to talk about getting an RV after retiring but she didn’t make it that far. Today I have a travel trailer and I’m retired, learning how to be happy and healthy alone. Sorry for your loss- but life can be great again👍
I'm sorry for your loss as well. My wife and I too had many travel plans, but her cancer treatment and sudden spread kept us close to home. Thankfully we did make some short trips prior. I'm glad you are getting out with the trailer, and yes we can be happy despite a profound loss. Thanks for being here.
My husband and I travelled in the USA bac in 2004 now he's been gone 3 years I spent 25 good years looking after him through cancer. I still miss him greatly though the years pass quickly though, and the ache is easing.
I'm feeling for you as I know how it was hard.
Keep on smiling she's still watching.
My condolences, and admiration for such a long fight against cancer. You have good memories and I'm glad your loss is easing. We'll always have our loved ones close to us.
On the same solo journey, a club I never hoped to be a part of. Good luck.
I am so sorry for your loss as well. I am meeting many who have found themselves suddenly solo. My best to you as we continue on.
so sorry for your loss, I admire you for getting out on adventures, praying healing for you, and I really enjoyed your video sharing all the details of where you visited, I will share this on my community page incase any of our viewers want to follow along with your journey, I will as well, bless you
Thank you so much, I appreciate your prayers and support. I'm glad to be able to share some of my travels and please come along for more.
Sorry to hear she is gone, I'm certain you will be able to go forward again and adapt, our loved ones never would want us to get stuck in grief. Prayers my friend and safe travels!
Thank you so much. You have endured great loss yourself, your travels and channel are a great testament to honoring our loved ones by always cherishing their memory as we live our lives. Hope to see you again down the road, perhaps at uCamp!
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS we will cross paths again I am sure. We have a trip out west coming up and can't make uCamp this year.
Enjoy! I'm sure you'll have a great trip.
I'm sorry for your loss. I too said goodbye to my wife 5 years ago. I have a motorized RV and have met a lot of fellow widowers/widows along the way. It will become a new normal. Happy Trails.
Thank you, and my thoughts are with you too. Looking forward to getting back out there and finding that new normal.
My condolences for the loss of your wife. I can not imagine the pain you are enduring. I pray for your peace and that you find solace in your future adventures in nature. I'm a new subscriber to your channel. We camp on the weekends but hope to go full time when my husband retires. Blessings to you.🙏
Thank you so much. Full time will be quite an adventure and I wish you well when you set off. I'll likely be a 'half' time camper once I get settled at home. It continues to be a huge adjustment.
Sorry for your loss, Jim. Godspeed…
Thank you, much appreciated.
I’m just starting my travel journey after the deaths of my husband and mother. Your channel showed up this morning and I was pleasantly surprised at how interesting a voiceover video can be. Last Fall I purchased an RV van, and I really want to learn to boon-dock, and enjoy life again. I admire you for making that first step of doing things alone. I look forward to following your journey. 🚐
As we each begin new journeys, I'm sure we'll find amazing adventures we didn't expect. Best to you on the road, and thank you for also riding along with me.
I'm very sorry for your loss, you make great vids, I really enjoyed it, you seem like a strong person, you'll be ok
Thank you. You and so many kind others have been a great help through these early days. I appreciate thoughts and support.
So sorry for your loss. You have a great narrative voice and I love your little history lessons. I could do without that constant drum beat though.
Thank you, much appreciated.
So sorry for your loss. Glad you have camping to bring you a bit of peace and joy. I am sure it will be tough. Hang in there. Might see you at uCamp. I have a little guy but going to crash too with my cousin who has a t@b400.
Thank you. It is very tough, but camping and travel are truly helpful, along with a week at uCamp. Hope to see you there!
I’m new to your channel, I like it. Your voice sounds like a professional narrator.
I'm glad you're here! Thank you, having a good microphone helps, lol. I hope you have a chance to check out some of my other videos, let me know what you think!
Yeah, I thought it was AI generated.
Stumbled across your channel. Please accept my condolences. I’m glad you’re continuing to camp in your cool camper. Travel on, there is a lot to see out in nature. Be strong. Hope to see your next video…
I'm glad you're here! Thank you, I'm finding strength from so many nice people like you, and we'll share some future video adventures to be certain.
I’m sorry for your loss. It’s always a difficult time. I have to tell you that this was an excellent video. Reminds me of something I would see on PBS with Steve Rick’s Europe. I hope you continue and always remember those gone are still always with us, even if it’s just in our memories.
Thank you, I appreciate your kind words. I do hope to share much more video, and look forward to seeing the places my wife and I had planned to visit together. She will certainly be there in my thoughts.
So very sorry for your loss. Hope you are able to begin enjoying your RV life !
Thank you. I am looking forward to getting back on the road soon.
Jim I’m so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. I love your channel and followed after following Traveling Robert. Please keep your amazing content going and great rV trips! I’m from the DC area originally and I love seeing all the places you go. Safe travels!
Thank you Ali, for your kind thoughts and support. My wife and I have had the good fortune to travel for work, and were hoping to do much more together. I will carry on the dream, and she will always be a part of it. Safe travels to you as well, there is much to see!
Thanks for your video. Glad to see you are doing things, even if it's hard at times. I lost my wife to lung cancer almost 2 years back now. After 40 years together it's tough to pick up the pieces and continue. Thanks again. and best to you.
My best to you as well. The reality is exceptionally difficult when it happens, even if you know it's coming in advance. We'll move ahead, and embrace the good things in life.
Sorry for your loss. Nature will help your grief. Very interesting and good editing. Sunny days will be better for your spirit.
Thank you, and I agree nature is good for the soul. Looking forward to some brighter (and drier) days ahead.
Sorry for your loss. Enjoyed listening to to you and watching the video. Keep it up💕💕
Thank you so much, I'm looking forward to sharing more travels soon!
So sorry for your loss. I just bought myself a used Tab and will be camping this summer after the loss of my husband. I'm nervous but excited for new adventures. I stumbled upon your video and could relate for sure.
My condolences to you as well. I'm glad you have a Tab, and am sure our respective journeys will be good for us. Safe travels!
So sorry for your loss. Been widowed for almost 8 years.
Pray for your peace and healing through this very difficult time.
Thank you, and I'm sorry for your loss as well. Even after much time, it can be tough. My father passed almost 25 years ago, I miss him a lot. My mom outlived him by 18 years, she always remained very active.
Glad your getting out there. Enjoying life. I lost my husband 21 years ago to lung cancer. You must go on.
Thank you, and my thoughts are with you even after so long. My father passed almost 25 years ago, at times seems like yesterday.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine!
Thank you.
So sorry for your loss. 🙏🏻☮️♥️
Thank you.
Your video pop up on my home page. I am so sorry for the loss of your wife. My wife passed last year and I totally understand what you are going through day by day. My prayers are with you as you journey on life's road solo.
Thank you, and my prayers are with you as well. Time passes but some events are forever indelible, we'll keep our loved ones close in our hearts always.
I’m glad YT suggested your channel. U put much effort, into this video……so U get my sub and 👍🏻.
I'm glad you're here! I'm looking forward to posting more, and have earlier vids on the channel you may like in the meantime.
Sorry for your loss. I travel solo because I’ve been single for many years. I bought a Tab320S in 2019 and have pulled it and learned to back it into the camp site (but love when I have a pull through 😁). I enjoy the solitude and freedom to go where and when I want or just decide to enjoy reading or relaxing at camp. I purchased a Trek e-bike in October and it will go with me too. I’m stationary currently, caring for my mom first before she passed and now caring for my dad. Enjoy your travels.
Your travels sound great, and I commend you as caretaker for your parents. My mom lived 18 years beyond my father, and I looked after her until her passing in 2019. It's a big responsibility but I'm glad I could do it. All the best to you and cherish your remaining time with your dad. Your Tab and e-bike make for perfect getaways when you need them.
My condolences, sorry for the loss of your wife.
Thank you Mary, much appreciated.
Sending prayers for you. May God bless you in your travels.
Thank you. It's truly a blessing to have so many people like you sending warm thoughts and prayers.
I’m also sorry for your loss. I’m 52 and lost my wife to leukemia one year ago. I too wanted to travel more and now I’m planning my future adventures. I’m torn between the tab 400 or a smaller airstream.
I am sorry for your loss as well. I like both of your trailer choices, I'd say it comes down to how you plan to camp and what amenities mean the most to you.
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS Thank you. I definitely want to get to some more remote, off the beaten path spots. So that is the huge advantage of the Tab. I'll have to see them in person to make up my mind. Thank you for your reply and I look forward to your future videos. Show more of how you camp with your Tab, and setting up camp, etc... Thank you.
Will do. I got a Tab to have the ability to be off the grid. It's a 2022, mostly self sufficient. The new ones are upgraded with lithium batteries and much more solar.
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS That's great, same ideas! Yes I would go with the boondock package for sure. I plan on retiring in 1-2 years, so this is my to do adventure bucket list. Thanks again.
So sorry for your loss.
Thank you.
So sorry for your loss. I lost the love of my life a little over a year ago. Travel has really not been the same. At least you have the uCamp community. We had our Pleasure Way class b less than a year when my husband passed away. It is a 1990s model and we were working out the issues together... it is a lot harder as a solo. I find I like traveling in our minivan as a solo more than the class b, that just seems so empty without my mate. I guess what I am trying to say is, don't expect the life to be the same, but there is so much left for us to experience and enjoy. Thank you for producing this video. Safe travels.
Thank you, and I'm sorry for your loss as well. While life can never be the same, you have found what works for you to keep traveling and enjoying new places. I follow a few channels based on van and SUV camping, definitely great options to go places trailers and RVs may not be able to. Safe and enjoyable travels to you!
Just found your channel and subscribed. I am about to retire and take up camping with a used camper i have purchased. Ron
Thank you Ron, and all the best for great adventures and travel in your retirement! I like your plan!
i am sorry for your loss......for sure....God Bless you!
Thank you!
I enjoyed the into and music
Thank you!
Looks like a fantastic area to visit! “Keep making memories & adventure on!” ~Karen & Shannon WOY
Thanks, it was great, and I only saw a small part of it. Safe and fun travels to you!
Hay my friend, Mary and I can't believe how good this video was since it was your first video after the loss of your wife 🙏🏽🙏🏽. We were so proud of what you did here and shared it on our forum. Thank you for sharing and inviting us to go along as you deal with your new camping experiences and life. Safe Travels!! Herbie, Mary, & Peanut!!! 💯❤👍🏽
Thank you all so much. It has indeed been an emotional and hectic time. I'm very grateful Paula was able to meet you in Hershey, we had no idea that would be the only chance. You're always welcome to ride along, and I'm looking forward to seeing you this summer!
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS We are looking forward to seeing you again and I know Paula would be happy that your moving forward with good friends!! Lesson Learned!! Life is short, enjoy as much of it as you can!! Thank you for relaying that message to us through your video. ❤
Sorry for your loss. Safe travels in the future. Hope to meet you at UCamp. This will be my first time there since I just got my new 2024 T@B 320S delivered to me in January. Reasonably local to you, since I live in Montgomery Village, MD.
Thank you, I appreciate it. Enjoy your new T@B! I'm looking forward to uCamp, just winging it this year, completely missed signing up since it was a rough time at home. I keep my trailer very close to you!
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS I have enjoyed my T@B so far, even though my dealer installed the surge protector completely wrong and have spent weeks getting it fixed. First real trip was a 10 day trip down to Missouri for the eclipse, which went well. I actually keep it in storage in Frederick at a Cube Smart location near the I-70 I-270 intersection. Outdoor, covered spot with electric hookup. For UCamp, I’m assuming there are still spaces available in one of the local campgrounds.
@toddheidenreich3866 I'm glad you've got the issues sorted out. I'm not sure what's available for uCamp, I need to check it out.
good scenery and video
Thank you!
Hi Jim...guess who lol. We are so sorry for the loss of your wife. We can't wait to see you in August. The video is amazing, and you definitely have a narrators voice. Awesome!
Thank you so much. A good microphone helps too, lol. I'm really looking forward to August, it will be great!
We are glad you are coming up. It'll be a great time. It's coming up quick!
We are new to your channel! We are glad that you’re getting back out there on the road! Great video!
Thanks! I'm thrilled you're here, and grateful to be able to 'get out there' again.
You have a great sense of adjustment. Bes of luck to you on your adventures. We'll be with you on your trips!
Thank you, and glad to share the journey with you.
Im truly sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. That was a great explore!!! Thanks for taking us along. You have a very good narrative voice!!!
I'm glad you came along! Let's find some more places to see! Hope to be regularly sharing again as the year progresses. Thank you for your kind words.
So sorry for your loss sir.
Thank you.
You are doing great getting out and about. Life won't be the same but you are living anyway and that's the only choice anyone ever has.
Thank you for the encouragement, I'm looking forward to seeing what the future has in store.
So sorry for your loss! I enjoyed your video today and it brought back sweet memories. I used to live in Columbia, MD. I’m a solo camper also. It gets easier. I will pray for you!
Thank you for your kind words, all the best for your travels!
I'm so sorry to hear about your Wife!😢 Good to have the T@B to be able to get out and explore! I'm hoping to have one... Someday....
I really Enjoy your videos, Thanks for Sharing! This was very Interesting and Informative! Loved all the History and Beautiful Scenery!😊 That was a gorgeous train bridge and what a LONG walking bridge over the River! 😳 Thanks Again for Sharing! And please Take Care! 😁
Thank you Laura for your kind words and joining my travels. I have no doubt the T@B will serve well, especially across country and in some remote areas I hope to visit. Every day brings you closer to your 'someday', you'll enjoy it!
I’m so sorry you lost your wife. I pray you go through the grieving process with support from others. Love your video, but the music is a bit loud and distracting. I don’t think you need it. I’m glad you are back to camping!
Thank you so much, I'm grateful for your support and so many who have found this video. Camping I know will be a huge help.
Sorry for your loss . Please turn the music down or off.
The State Parks in Michigan are awesome….. three that I highly recommend are : Grand Haven State Park, Muskegon State Park ( with Olympic size luge that runs year round along with zip lines and our beautiful Lake Michigan) and Ludington State Park. All three of these are within 2 hours of each other. Of course, there are many more as you continue north bound. But a great destination not all that far from DC.
These are great suggestions, thank you! I do want to visit Michigan after seeing several videos and will definitely keep these on my list.
First time on your channel. Sorry for your loss. I have to say that the loud happy dance music is unnecessary and makes what is otherwise interesting content difficult to watch. I wouldn't hike these locations with loud music blaring in my ears because I would want to be able to enjoy the natural sound of the environment.
Thanks Barbara, I appreciate the feedback and will keep it in mind. Very good point.
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS YEAH THE LOUD MUSIC IS ANNOYING
Hi, very nice video. Your voice sounds very familiar. Are you a professional narrator. Your video is also very well edited and assembled. I decided to subscribe and eagerly await for more releases. My condolences on the passing of your beloved. She would be proud and happy you’re keeping yourself busy.
Thank you, and for subscribing, I appreciate the support. My wife was a great inspiration, we each had long careers as broadcast journalists. Video production is fairly new for me, I hope to have fun with it and share some good stories as I travel on my own.
So sorry about the loss of your wife. You will see her again.
Thank you. Yes, indeed.
Jim,
On FB, I was looking at friends and friends of friends of friends, and saw from there that you had social media and that Paula had passed in March. I’m so sorry. We were friends at Penn State.
Paula always carried her Penn State memories and friendships fondly. Thank you for reaching out, Mark. We all miss her.
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Hello from Phoenix, Arizona, I’m sorry about the loss of your wife. I went to a divorce, which is probably close to that. I did lose my dad about two months ago though so I understand I’ll get in my prayers. I just came across your channel by accident and I would love to get out someplace cooler this summer. I do love Phoenix and the desert but not in the summer. It’s just too hot, the other half the year is beautiful though I guess for now I’m gonna enjoy it through your videos
Thank you. Separation can be difficult no matter how you go through it. I lost both my parents, my father almost 25 years ago and it's still very vivid. Thanks for being here and I hope in some small way videos will help as we keep going.
Sorry for the lose of your spouse. I just subscribed and wonder if you are a professional narrator?
Thanks for subscribing, I appreciate it! Yes, my wife and I both worked as broadcast journalists. I'm retired now.
I don't find the music to be a problem. You have a nice voice for the narrative. Im a new subscriber. What kind of car are you using to tow the Tab, and how does it perform?
Thank you, and for subscribing! I'm using a 2016 Porsche Cayenne with a factory tow package, found it used for no more than I'd have paid for a decent truck. It works exceptionally well, rated for 7700 pounds, and I pulling about 3500.
I've never heard anyone talk about draining the Alde system. Hmm....
I hadn't either, until I heard an Alde rep at uCamp last year. Seems important, and something you'd be told about when you buy it.
@@Great_Places_Seen_GPS they definitely didn’t say anything at the dealership when I bought mine, but not surprised.
Seems like most people that want to rv or van life? Really want to start a you tube channel.
It's a great way to enjoy this huge, diverse country. TH-cam is also a big place, it has room for everyone who wants to post videos. Enjoy them both!
✌️🙂 .... Sorry 😟 ❤
Thank you
Sorry about the loss of your wife. There’s probably 20 single women out on the road for every man in your age group. You won’t be single long.
Thank you, and an interesting stat to be sure. I'm certainly in no rush, my wife is a nearly impossible act to follow.