RV Travel Day to FREE Grand Canyon Boondocking | RV Living
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- Today we travel from Cottonwood AZ to the Grand Canyon for a weekend of free boondocking on the South rim.
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Have you ever been to the Grand Canyon and seen snow?
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Yes, on my motorcycle on the way to the rally in Laughlin.
Oh my!
Make sure you put a top on the out side pen. Its important to protect him from Predators both and sky and on land
Yes that is important he is a little dog and very easy for a bigger animal to drag away. As for his non barking he is crying.
You guys are the best dog parents! You are so gentle with him!
Thanks! He’s pretty spoiled with love and affection 24/7🤣
Rule 1 if it’s on the floor it’s the dogs # 2-Dogs eat poop! Crate made to be cave like give a sense safety. Out side he should have a shady area that can protect from predators. Thought for hikes- a backpack that you could carry him in while he is building endurance- also get boots for him. Keep his pads from tearing. Love Louie snuggled!
My dogs really liked the kennel better when I put a blanket over the back side and made it more like a little cave. I leave the front part open and un covered. They go right into their pet bed and love it. Louie is adorable! :o)
I love how pet parents get so excited by their pet’s potty habits! We have no problem happily shouting out “He went poop!” “She just tinkled!”
🤣🤣 so true!
We have had many dogs and one of the best tips we got was to feed our dogs in the crate when they are puppies. And when they are done pick up the food dish but leave the water during the day. They learn that the is their space, and within a week or so they had no problem going into the crate. And eventually they would go in there when they wanted to sleep or just rest. Ps we went to the Grand Canyon yesterday ✌️
It's so hard to just let them bark and cry and whine when in their crate! You're lucky he's good with staying in the playpen - our latest pup would throw an absolute fit anytime he was captive and not able to be with us. Puppies are hard work but the benefits are worth it a million times over. Good luck!
Great video!! Just a quick tip for crate training which worked fabulously for us! When he’s not looking, leave his favorite little treats in there for him to find and he will be like hey!! Omg this crate is magical!!!! It really works. Do it several times a day every day and he will love that crate! 😁
Great tip! Thank you!
Great pup. The regen is exactly what happened to me on my truck. I happen to stop right in the middle of it. The first time it happened I got a little worried because of the smell you were talking about, I then realized the truck had to be in the regeneration process. Glad it all worked out.
Yes a bit startling at first when we pulled over! Glad I read about that auto regeneration somewhere or I would have been really concerned. We had NOX sensor problems and the shop performed a regen with our DPF on our sprinter van so I got to learn a bit about it then.
Cuteness overload. He looks seems so sweet.
We were at the Grand Canyon in mid December 2019. We were so lucky to be there on that particular day because the next day it snowed and some trails and lookouts were closed.
It can be crazy weather there.....it was 70's for over the weekend and then it snowed on Monday! Glad you got to see the Canyon!
So glad Chris walked the Grand Canyon. I did that years and years ago, and I still remember how beautiful it was. Louie is so cute!
Aaron! Hiking! Fantastic for you. Congrats, I know it’s been a long haul to get to this point. Louie is such a handsome boy. I think the pens are a great idea. Good luck kiddos.
Thanks so much Joan!
Good afternoon to you folks! Oh boy….did I ever say Louie is cute? Probably on every video. He is a real cutie pie! I was watching your video while making some mango oatmeal in the kitchen. When Louie was crying, Remy came running from the opposite side of the house. He got on my lap and watched the video with me (yes…80lb lap dogs exist). Great video! Thank you for sharing your Grand Canyon boondocking!
Our trailer update…..the fiberglass repairs continue to go slow as it is frequently below 60 degrees. Allegedly, it will be ready for pick up on Tuesday at 5pm. We have a Wednesday 9am appt at Holiday RV to get the initial warranty repairs done. Fingers crossed!
Congrats to Chris on her canyon descent/ climb! I hope Aaron’s ankle fixes itself quickly!
Safe travels!
Oh, thats funny with Remy!🤣 Yes, its almost May and your going to need that trailer back!
Glad to see you getting around so much better Aaron
Thanks! It’s been a slow healing process but better every week!
using a neck collar with a puppy which will pull until they are trained has the potential to reduce the airflow and create pulling on the trachea and neck vertebrae. a harness is much safer and comfortable for the dog.
So cool!
We stayed at LazyDays/KOA in Tuscan for 3 weeks then boondocked at Walnut Canyon east of Flagstaff for 14 days until a snow storm moved in. The north rim was still closed due to snow.
Sounds like a fun trip!
Love the Louie cam views! Welcome lil-buddy!
My Cav, Augie, loves rabbit poo. So much that the vet, when calling to report on his wellness lab results, asked if he hangs around a lot of horses or rabbits. Apparently it showed in his labs. 🤓
Thanks kinda funny! They look like little dogo treats and the pups must think they taste like them too!🤣
@@IreneIronTravels They probably have some sort of nutrient in them dogs crave. I say he's following the trail of bunny M&Ms!
Our dogs would eat grass when they have a sour stomach cuz it provokes a spit up to help them feel better. My dogs used to eat rabbit poop too. Not sure why, lol. Didn’t affect them. I wouldn’t worry about occasional barfs.
Yes, he was fine after that morning. Good to hear your similar experiences, thank s!
Wow, congrats to Chris on the hike. Going to the river and back to the rim is no joke. I only made it to the 3 mile resthouse, where I realized how much uphill I'd need to get back. Glad I turned around when I did. The hike back from ~2100 ft down was tough, I don't think could have made it out if I had to do the full 5000.
It is a pretty great feat for sure! Glad you got to go down the 3 miles and feel the grandness..it is pretty special to hike in there. Chris and I keep messing it up to hike together... she was sick in Oct, when I did North rim to South rim and my ankle messed it up this time. We will be back to do it together soon!
Always interesting and entertaining and adventures. Thank you for making this video and sharing it with me . As always BS & BK
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks Larry! BS & BK!
So happy to be caught up
To Louie videos! He’s so cute and you guys are awesome puppy parents. Your birthday hike looks so fun! Great video!
Bunches of love
Noelle
Thanks so much Noelle!!
Don't get too overconfident with that pen outside for Louie. My sister had a Basenji and it was a good jumper. Maybe some sort of top or netting like someone suggested? Love your videos. Good mix of travel, RV life, advice, etc. One of these days I'll get my wife to retire so we can take some extended trips!!
Yes, we are watching closely with him! Hope you guys do get to get out on those trips!😊
Yes, seen snow at the Grand Canyon many times. Been to the same park as you were in the Verde Valley! Love watching your Videos!
So magical seeing the snow. ❄️ thanks Brian!
Puppy's tend to throw up if you switch their food. Just mix the new food with the old food for a while then you can stick with the new food.
I taught my dog “inside voice” by rewarding her when she barked softer after the command. She can still express herself without piercing my ear drums. 🤪
Ohhh thats an awesome command! Since this video we have taught Louie " Go Pee" and he now can almost pee on command. Very helpful!
@@IreneIronTravels you guys are doing a fantastic job with him. Lucky Louie!
Great to see Louie doing so well...I had no idea they were barkless but screamers and you're right people would think something sinister was going on if they heard that...you two are doing a great job with socializing, it is so important. Question: at the end of the video what kind of 5th Wheel is that? It doesn't look familiar to me. Glad to hear things are going well with your ORV!
Yes, they make quite the sound from such little dogs! That fifth wheel is a Carrige Domani and they only made them for a few years around 2008, 2009. You should Google them to see. Pretty cool floor plans with curved European cabinetry that was way a head off their time!
Time to ditch the tent and get a shell for monster storage:)
My dog from day 1 she was not a fan of a dog crate and it did not go well. On the 3rd night I took the crate away since she preferred her playpen better. I think they don’t like to be closed in or something 🐾
Makes sense! He’s doing better in the crate… but hates being left alone!
When he screams, he sounds like a coyote call.... Wounded rabbit or fawn blet.
We camped on the North Rim in June and got a wet heavy snow, was pretty cool. Louie is super cute!
Ohh fun! The North Rim is pretty cool too! What a special place!
Louie is a cutie pie! What beautiful country!!
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Love the Louie-cam in the intro!
Thanks! That did turn out to be a fun shot🐕
Irene, you created fantastic .
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Smart idea using the two pens!!! Love the Grand Canyon, but we have not seen snow in the canyon.
Thanks Joyce! The snow was a nice surprise!
To answer your question; Yes and Bryce Canyon as well (in the snow). major accolades for doing the rim to the river & back. It's a killer both ways. Personally I prefer going uphill. A lot less stress on my knees.
Thanks! And yes agree with the uphill and knees 😊
At the beginning of the video you passed the cabin we stayed at for a week while at the Grand Canyon. View of the canyon right outside our window. It was so amazing!
Oh wow! I always wondered what they would be like!
@@IreneIronTravels I had to book that specific cabin about 9 months in advance for an early April trip. That was about 7 years ago, so it may take 12 months now!
Oh wow, bet that was a fun trip!
Missed you guys!
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Louise is the cutest☺️!!! Not sure if he likes to chew but my 2 doxies love to chew on deer horns . Keeps them occupied as well lol! Might be good if he’s not tired while driving or ur making videos.
Oh, that’s good to know, thanks!!
Where did u get your dog pen(s)! Would you list a link? TY.
We got them on Amazon. 30 inch height amzn.to/3EI74dz
Humans: "Ahh, magnificent Grand Canyon, what a sight!" Louie: "I wanna take a dump in there"
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Hello. Just posting to boost engagement.
Safe travels Irene.
😊🙏 thanks! Happy trails!
How's the starlink working in the remote areas?
We've only had it for a month now in fairly urban/rural areas so we haven't had it too remote. But, we have heard from others it works great in the middle of nowhere. You just need a clear line of sight to the sky.
Puppy needs a blanket at night.
What is the brand of 5th wheel in the picture at the end of the video?
It is a Carriage Domani!
I would guess it's best if you don't interrupt the re-gen process. I wish my Interstate Sprinter had an indicator of when it was happening so I don't shut it off in the beginning or middle of the process... I wonder if the OBD2 reader will tell us when it's happening?
Yes it would be nice if it stated it was in the regen mode! Ford supposedly has messages that pop up if the filter needs to be cleaned and will prompt you to drive the approximate speed and distance to start it. That would probably only happen if you only did short city stop and go driving I would think. Our sprinter didnt say anything and the dealer had to do the regen..... Don't think a standard ob2 reader would tell you anything..but one of the nice $2000-$5000 ones the shops have might....
8 hours?! Wow!
Yes, big hike!
How did your truck do pulling up I-17 from Phoenix? I'm liking name Louie . . . short for his hispanic heritage name of Luis . . Say Loo-ise . . I think.
The truck did great! Its a 1 ton with the 6.7 diesel so it handles our 9k trailer pretty well!😊
Two questions. Chris mentions in the video the importance of drinking water. She has talked about this before. Why exactly is it so important to drink 1 gallon of water a day? I am not a big water drinker but drink around 1 gallon total fluids per day, water, coffee, diet pop, iced tea, etc. Seems like the total fluid intake is most important, but what does Chris think? 2nd Question In your 1st year you used Thousand Trails a lot but since then have been mostly boondocking. does it make sense financially to keep the Thousand Trail membership active if you so rarely stay there?
PS I listened to your RV Entepreneur episode and enjoyed it. I likedlearning about your past before RV Life.
Hi Jefferson! Total fluid intake is most important and will keep you properly hydrated. I personally talk about drinking straight water and try to get my clients to focus on straight water as it is the purest form of hydration. And it helps keep other chemicals and/or calories out that may come from using other fluids as a hydration source.
Our Thousand Trails membership has about a $600 annual fee and we can stay in campgrounds for up to 21 days and go park to park. So it still makes sense for us as we do stay in RV parks around Nov-Dec and also now that we are on the east coast. The $600 pays for it self as long as we spend a week or two in the system and we usually end up doing a combined couple months over the year.
20 minutes in a new spot is pretty common, i think.
Good dog video.
👍, always a pleasure
Thanks again Bill!
Mt should be Humphreys Peak
Ahhh, thank you!
you must watch him when he's out and about because he will eat anything
Yes , for sure! The rabbit droppings were frustrating, because we could not see them buried in the grass, but his little nose found them. And it seemed like the rabbits visited our campsite every night!🤣
the open pen will suffice en lieu of a crate.
He’s really did take to the pen quite easily. But we are just now ( At 18 weeks) slowing getting rid of the inside one and letting him get used to be in the RV. But we have to watch him!
@@IreneIronTravels Fun!
Plenty of Toys not just some toys PLENTY TEETHING TOYS! Listen folks we're not doctors but Louie may not be feeling good. Probably an upset stomach: Dogs don't need to whimper; they become quiet and seem tired some. We have had plenty of dogs and dog shows ; we have knowledge & experience. But you folks are learning. If continues acting somewhat odd. Have him checked.. Blessings
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Hi Guys, My dog did much better when I elevated his back seat bed so he could see out the window in my Ford Super Duty....
Oh, that's a good idea! That makes sense as Louie did much better in the metal cage I think because he could see us. We'll look into elevating it as he gets older, thanks!
You guys have officially become crazy dog people.
True!😳🐶