The camping site at Lake Meredith looked super nice and FREE!!! Always feel a little sadness when I see old abandoned towns. The interstate highways really killed a lot of small towns. Thanks again, Ram 👍🏼👍🏽
There's definitely a melancholy feel to going through those old towns that the Interstates killed, Ram. However, in the case of both of those towns included here it boils down to a case of failing to reinvent themselves. Both are mere feet off the freeway (in fact the freeway splits Cuervo in two), and each has their own exit. Yet both failed to give folks a reason to exit the freeway. It would not have been hard to do.
Even shorter videos are interesting, glad to see you get the kayak out on the lake, route 66 ghost towns are still nice to see, just a reminder of simpler times, thanks for sharing, travel safe
Lake Meredith looks mighty inviting to cast a line. I'll bet it's better fishing than Pineview Reservoir lately. I'm sure you are looking forward to that snow storm that will be blowing through topping of slopes.
We go west usually with our rig. Traffic is easy and wide open. Been through Amarillo glenrio and Cuervo dozens of times. 😄. Usually on our way to New Mexico or Colorado
Absolutely beautiful. We have been to this area, but just for a quick visit and didn’t get to explore much. If you’re visiting the Houston area this winter, look us up. 👍
Just getting a little caught up on our GA shows, and this was a nice one! Loved those camping areas there by the lake, I wouldn't have thought that was there! That is a hidden gem for sure!
Great to hear from you, Don, and I get what you're saying. We love the way they're like little living history museums, or a broken clock frozen in time.
Nice episode Marc. I've bookmarked Meredith lake for future reference. Thanks for sharing. Make sure to visit Loretto chapel in Santa Fe. It has an incredible story behind the staircase.
Thanks tom! Glad that you enjoyed this one. We're already long gone from Santa Fe by now, but our episode next week will focus not so much on town, but on the Turquoise Trail.
Yes they are, and yes it is, Pamela. As we've been to Santa Fe before we took a different approach on this visit. Although we spent a bit of time in town, most of next week's episode will focus on the Turquoise Trail that leads south from Santa Fe.
I tried to find that lake about 6 years ago. GPS said i was parked in the middle of the lake and then I figured out there was no water. Still had a good time watching thunderstorms
Thanks Marc... Always great narration. The interior of Texas suffers because it is so big and diverse and the different dynamics that originally brought people the area dramatically changed after WWII and the Depression years. Leaving much of the Texas interior abandoned over time. Then the interstate system bypassed old Route 66 destroying the livelihoods of all those who's families had built businesses off the Route 66 traffic. It makes for some very interesting remnants of another age and time... but it is sad to see because the remnants are in such bad disrepair... especially in just the last ten to fifteen years. Did you get better cell reception on top of the bluff overlooking the lake? Otherwise I would have figured you for the beach camping location. I was also surprised to see the Cholla cactus blooming at this time of year. This must be peculiar to this particular variety. Looking forward to next week's episode in Santa Fe... All the best, Gord
Hey Gord! Let's take this stuff in order: Change can be tough on certain people in certain situations, and the development of the Interstate system dealt fatal blows to small towns all across the nation. It's sad, but I also think that folks need to change with the times to keep up and succeed. Much like how small business needs to capitalize on their own inherent advantages to compete with big box stores. It also makes for some intriguing travel and some great videography opportunity. You nailed the bluff campground vs. lakeshore boondocking situation. The cell service at water level was horrid. It was quite good atop the bluff. As for the cactus, that's not cholla. I don't know what that cactus is called, but I do know colla and that ain't cholla.
@@GrandAdventure Thanks Marc... Yes, no doubt it makes for great videography opportunity. I just wish it wasn't in such relapse. Those old landmarks are dissolving... which is sad and there isn't the adjacent industry to help look after them. That's what I was getting at. Romin Rich and others i are doing what they can to raise money to save some of these structures along old Route 66. I tried looking that cactus up and cholla was the closest thing I could find. Maybe it's not a cactus! Cactus bloom in the spring not the fall. Gord
@@gorrdd I stand corrected, as I just did some research. Unbeknownst to me the cholla I know from Arizona is just one of about 20 related species of cacti, and the cactus in this episode is called cane cholla. The one I know from Arizona is called teddy bear cholla, or jumping cholla. Good call!
I just watched this again. I really enjoyed the abandoned ghost town. The Church was really cool with all the red stones. The area certainly had a peaceful feeling about it, which seems like a great place to recharge your batteries. 🙂 Thanks for this well done video Marc!
How are you doing master Marc merry Christmas happy new year iam very glad to watch your channel with every Volg I learn new new information explore places unknown to us improve our language as foreigners subscribers as overseas students as always iam gathering main information about places you visited briefly here it’s lake Meredith is reservoir formed by Sanford dam on Canadian river at Sanford Texas about 30 miles northeast of Amarillo in Texas panhandle historically its was major source of drinking water for Amarillo and Lubbock located about 150 miles to south along with many other towns in between nearby Sanford dam was constructed in 1962 with completion in 1965 in 2003 Canadian river municipal water authority announced that would reduce allocation to member cities due to ongoing drought continued drop in water level in reservoir in 2006 lake continued to hit record now coming from wells in Roberts County in 2011 water withdrawal from lake Meredith temporarily ceased on 2017 lake reached high capacity
Finally located Hutchinson moor Potter counties panhandle Texas recreational activities there are national recreation area camping fishing water sports of all types numerous coves power boat sports water skiing tubing wake boarding species of fish such as crappie perch carp large and small mouth bass two species of rattle snakes prairie rattle snake rattle snake western diamondback thank you for showing us such magnificent landscapes encourage us to read learn improve our English language as well stay safe blessed happy holiday good luck to you your family friends
Joe, it pays enough to cover our travel expenses and then a little bit more -- it also covers most upgrades and minor repairs, etc. Not enough to quit the day job at the moment, however.
While I enjoy subscribing to your videos I do not like at all ones that set a premier date on the future. When it finally become available it is far down my new videos list and often gets overlooked. Hence, you might loose some views because of this.
We appreciate both your feedback and your perspective, SD. One way to avoid that happening is to click through the Premiere announcement to set a reminder. Overall our viewers prefer Premiere events, as that gives our Grand Adventurer community a chance to congregate and socialize during the Premiere screening. We also find that our videos perform better when they're Premiered. As a result, every single one of our videos has been launched via a Premiere for the past couple of years. We experimented both ways, but the decision was an easy one. No matter which way we go we can't please everyone.
The camping site at Lake Meredith looked super nice and FREE!!!
Always feel a little sadness when I see old abandoned towns.
The interstate highways really killed a lot of small towns.
Thanks again,
Ram
👍🏼👍🏽
There's definitely a melancholy feel to going through those old towns that the Interstates killed, Ram. However, in the case of both of those towns included here it boils down to a case of failing to reinvent themselves. Both are mere feet off the freeway (in fact the freeway splits Cuervo in two), and each has their own exit. Yet both failed to give folks a reason to exit the freeway. It would not have been hard to do.
you can see my childhood home in the opening shot across the lake in Bugbee, I am in tears.... such a wonderful place to grow up.
Happy that we could bring you back, if only momentarily.
CHEERS Marc enjoyed as usual see you next week
Cheers to you, Norm! See you next week.
Awesome sunset! Holding down the snow fort here! 👍😎🇨🇦🌲🔥🐾🧦🎅
A snowy day here in Salt Lake today as well, Marian. Glad that you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the video! Happy Trails
Thanks for watching, Michelle, and same to you.
Sometimes you can only video what you can. At least you got the kayak out, and your wife, dog and you got to relax a little. Thanks Don
It was actually wonderful, Don. Three nights of relaxation without running around like a moron each evening trying to film everything we can find. 😁
Cool... This looks interesting. I love anything Route 66... ooze on over to the promised land.
Gord
Even shorter videos are interesting, glad to see you get the kayak out on the lake, route 66 ghost towns are still nice to see, just a reminder of simpler times, thanks for sharing, travel safe
Thanks Gary! Glad that you enjoyed this one, and same to you.
Well put - it would have been a crime to not hit the water. Well done. Take care.
Thanks as always, and you too!
Lake Meredith looks mighty inviting to cast a line. I'll bet it's better fishing than Pineview Reservoir lately. I'm sure you are looking forward to that snow storm that will be blowing through topping of slopes.
I'm loving today's weather, Marv! I understand that Lake Meredith is some trophy class bass fishing. Didn't get a chance to drop a line, though.
We go west usually with our rig. Traffic is easy and wide open. Been through Amarillo glenrio and Cuervo dozens of times. 😄. Usually on our way to New Mexico or Colorado
Maybe worth a stop next time?
Good video! Interesting and educational, thanks
Glad you enjoyed it Ramón, thank you for joining us!
Great video!!!!!
Thank you Teresa! Glad you enjoyed it.
Love the thumbnail Marc, You and Mrs GA are great travelers !
And you're a great friend, thank you Kevin!
Absolutely beautiful. We have been to this area, but just for a quick visit and didn’t get to explore much. If you’re visiting the Houston area this winter, look us up. 👍
Thank you! Glad that you enjoyed this one. We're actually now holed up in an RV Park in Salt Lake City until spring, for the ski season.
Just getting a little caught up on our GA shows, and this was a nice one! Loved those camping areas there by the lake, I wouldn't have thought that was there! That is a hidden gem for sure!
Hidden from even a half mile away. 😄
Great video as always! I wonder why ghosts always live in towns ? No country ghosts I guess? Safe travels and be blessed!😁
🤣
Just found you. We pick up our trailer this week. I've already marked Lake Meredith on my list. Thanks!
We're thrilled to have you along James, and congrats on your new trailer!
Love your videos....you're like my personal tour guide!
Thank you Colleen! We're more than happy to take that role.
Hi Marc, ghost towns are always same a little sad to me. Lake Meredith, good to know about boondocking there. Thanks for the info. Don
Great to hear from you, Don, and I get what you're saying. We love the way they're like little living history museums, or a broken clock frozen in time.
Nice episode Marc. I've bookmarked Meredith lake for future reference. Thanks for sharing. Make sure to visit Loretto chapel in Santa Fe. It has an incredible story behind the staircase.
Thanks tom! Glad that you enjoyed this one. We're already long gone from Santa Fe by now, but our episode next week will focus not so much on town, but on the Turquoise Trail.
Thanks for a review of this area. We may have to drop by on a passing trip.
Any time, Pat. It's worth a night or two even if just passing through on I-40.
Great video marc...
Thanks as always Timothy!
Love it. Sometimes the simplest places are the most relaxing. Great episode Marc
Ain't that the truth, Kevin! Thank you so much.
You need to teach US History you always have fascinating stories about each place you visit
Nah Gregory, we're just learning at the same time as you are. Thanks so much!
Loved this video. Texas is a beautiful state, love all the landscape out there, thanks.
Thank you Joyce! It certainly is, a state that big has a lot of diversity to offer
I always look forward to your new episodes. Here's wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas! Safe travels!
Thank you Thom! Same from us to you and yours.
The ghost towns were interesting and a bit eerie. I am excited about the Santa Fe episode next week . Santa Fe is a wonderful place ❤
Yes they are, and yes it is, Pamela. As we've been to Santa Fe before we took a different approach on this visit. Although we spent a bit of time in town, most of next week's episode will focus on the Turquoise Trail that leads south from Santa Fe.
What a nice place to camp at the lake...Best of all the price is right...I didnt catch how long a stay is permitted . Guessing the 14 day gig....
To be honest we didn't look into the stay limit as we were only there for 3 nights, but I'm guessing you're correct.
I tried to find that lake about 6 years ago. GPS said i was parked in the middle of the lake and then I figured out there was no water. Still had a good time watching thunderstorms
LOL! Yep, the GPS maps show the high water mark which hasn't been achieved for many decades.
Thanks Marc... Always great narration.
The interior of Texas suffers because it is so big and diverse and the different dynamics that originally brought people the area dramatically changed after WWII and the Depression years. Leaving much of the Texas interior abandoned over time.
Then the interstate system bypassed old Route 66 destroying the livelihoods of all those who's families had built businesses off the Route 66 traffic.
It makes for some very interesting remnants of another age and time... but it is sad to see because the remnants are in such bad disrepair... especially in just the last ten to fifteen years.
Did you get better cell reception on top of the bluff overlooking the lake? Otherwise I would have figured you for the beach camping location.
I was also surprised to see the Cholla cactus blooming at this time of year. This must be peculiar to this particular variety.
Looking forward to next week's episode in Santa Fe... All the best,
Gord
Hey Gord! Let's take this stuff in order:
Change can be tough on certain people in certain situations, and the development of the Interstate system dealt fatal blows to small towns all across the nation. It's sad, but I also think that folks need to change with the times to keep up and succeed. Much like how small business needs to capitalize on their own inherent advantages to compete with big box stores. It also makes for some intriguing travel and some great videography opportunity.
You nailed the bluff campground vs. lakeshore boondocking situation. The cell service at water level was horrid. It was quite good atop the bluff.
As for the cactus, that's not cholla. I don't know what that cactus is called, but I do know colla and that ain't cholla.
@@GrandAdventure Thanks Marc... Yes, no doubt it makes for great videography opportunity. I just wish it wasn't in such relapse. Those old landmarks are dissolving... which is sad and there isn't the adjacent industry to help look after them. That's what I was getting at.
Romin Rich and others i are doing what they can to raise money to save some of these structures along old Route 66.
I tried looking that cactus up and cholla was the closest thing I could find. Maybe it's not a cactus! Cactus bloom in the spring not the fall.
Gord
@@gorrdd I stand corrected, as I just did some research. Unbeknownst to me the cholla I know from Arizona is just one of about 20 related species of cacti, and the cactus in this episode is called cane cholla. The one I know from Arizona is called teddy bear cholla, or jumping cholla. Good call!
I just watched this again. I really enjoyed the abandoned ghost town. The Church was really cool with all the red stones. The area certainly had a peaceful feeling about it, which seems like a great place to recharge your batteries. 🙂 Thanks for this well done video Marc!
Merci Suzane!
@@GrandAdventure Mon plaisire❣️
How are you doing master Marc merry Christmas happy new year iam very glad to watch your channel with every Volg I learn new new information explore places unknown to us improve our language as foreigners subscribers as overseas students as always iam gathering main information about places you visited briefly here it’s lake Meredith is reservoir formed by Sanford dam on Canadian river at Sanford Texas about 30 miles northeast of Amarillo in Texas panhandle historically its was major source of drinking water for Amarillo and Lubbock located about 150 miles to south along with many other towns in between nearby Sanford dam was constructed in 1962 with completion in 1965 in 2003 Canadian river municipal water authority announced that would reduce allocation to member cities due to ongoing drought continued drop in water level in reservoir in 2006 lake continued to hit record now coming from wells in Roberts County in 2011 water withdrawal from lake Meredith temporarily ceased on 2017 lake reached high capacity
Hello Khatoon! Once again, your ability to research the areas we visit amazes me.
Finally located Hutchinson moor Potter counties panhandle Texas recreational activities there are national recreation area camping fishing water sports of all types numerous coves power boat sports water skiing tubing wake boarding species of fish such as crappie perch carp large and small mouth bass two species of rattle snakes prairie rattle snake rattle snake western diamondback thank you for showing us such magnificent landscapes encourage us to read learn improve our English language as well stay safe blessed happy holiday good luck to you your family friends
Same from us to you and your family, Khatoon.
Does your Utube content pay you enough to sustain your RV lifestyle ?
Joe, it pays enough to cover our travel expenses and then a little bit more -- it also covers most upgrades and minor repairs, etc. Not enough to quit the day job at the moment, however.
@@GrandAdventure Thank you ! Atleast you can maintain a bank balance while traveling around and visiting different places that you want to see !
@@joedoakes8307 Thanks Joe, we feel very fortunate.
While I enjoy subscribing to your videos I do not like at all ones that set a premier date on the future. When it finally become available it is far down my new videos list and often gets overlooked. Hence, you might loose some views because of this.
We appreciate both your feedback and your perspective, SD. One way to avoid that happening is to click through the Premiere announcement to set a reminder. Overall our viewers prefer Premiere events, as that gives our Grand Adventurer community a chance to congregate and socialize during the Premiere screening. We also find that our videos perform better when they're Premiered. As a result, every single one of our videos has been launched via a Premiere for the past couple of years. We experimented both ways, but the decision was an easy one. No matter which way we go we can't please everyone.