I Was Forced to Leave / Filled with Wildfire Smoke.
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In this video, Kenny of All Trades shares his experience of being forced out of his campsite by an intrusive individual, and later forced back home due to smoke. If you're into truck campers, boondocking, or dry camping, this is a must-watch!
This weekend was challenging for me. Friday night I got off work and was exhausted. I fell sleep driving home, so I decided to take a quick 20-minute nap before heading out for the weekend. I woke up 2 hours later! The sun was setting as I made my way into the Foothills State Forest. I have multiple locations marked in this forest for boondocking. With it being fishing opener in Minnesota I didn't think the State Forest would be so busy, every campsite I boondocking location was full. Every Camper had a trailer. I'm sure the forests will be full of ATV riders all weekend.
It was around mid-night on Friday when I decided to pull off into an old forest cutting. I would call that home for the night. I had ATVs driving past me until 2am. I knew this was not going to be the spot for me.
The following morning, I drove north into the Chippawa National Forest. I knew of a single campsite along the shores of a small lake that the DNR uses as a stock pond for trout. It's about 100 yards down a trail off the boat landing. I had just arrived and put out my slide. I wanted to get my camera footage uploaded to the computer before recording my next segment when a dog ran up to my camper. My door was open, Toby was growling and not happy! I poked my head outside and see a guy walking right past me. He never made eye contact or acknowledged me standing there and he didn't call for his dog as it was going potty on the fire ring. The guy casted his line from my campsite without a care in the world. You can see his dog outside my window. I knew this spot was not for me!
I checked a few more locations before finally settling on the spot you see in the video. It was quiet but my bad luck continued. For some reason my audio stopped recording. I lost a few hours of work, but I was able to show a few clips of me building the fire.
Sunday morning my GoPro developed a new problem. It was not allowing me to record anything longer than 60 seconds. It kept saying my SD Card was not writing fast enough. I carry multiple cards, none of them worked. I think the old GoPro is just getting tired.
We will see how the summer goes. Soon I will be posting truck camping videos of me trying to escape the heat, I already miss winter camping. I love the extreme temperatures and snowstorms. At least then I had the forests to myself.
Thanks for following along this weekend. I'll see you again next week.
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Theres nothing more rewarding and enjoyable than a trained dog. Makes life so peaceful ... Toby is a total hunk! I love his little face❤
@The-Adventures-Awaits
Ай бұрын
Agreed
Toby is a beautiful dog! His color, his eyes, his sweet disposition. Fantastic dog!
@Erin-Thor
Ай бұрын
Yes, doesn’t bark much, well behaved, walks WITH him when outside, it doesn’t get any better! Best dog 🥇 in the world!
What a clown rolling up on you like that. Glad you made the best of things anyway relocating.
People like that are the exact reason I bought land and moved into a 23ft 5th wheel. No one will be setting up shop next to me that won't be met with a 12 ga. LOL
@timthompson8297
2 ай бұрын
Amen.
@johnthomson5730
Ай бұрын
@@timthompson8297 Peace, bro!
@timthompson8297
Ай бұрын
@@johnthomson5730 I had acreage before I retired. I had to fence a lot of it and had to call the police, so peace to you too.
@scottymac5174
Ай бұрын
I have land Bro.. 100 acres co owned with my brother. We built a fence and a gate. The driveway is shared by two other homes. They didn't want a gate. Now we are continuously picking up/disposing of trash dumped on our property. Building materials/old paint. Our neighbors don't care...they just want their Amazon deliveries on time.
@timthompson8297
Ай бұрын
@@scottymac5174 That sounds good to me.
The dog gets the deluxe chair LOL
Of course Toby is the star of the channel 😂❤ I love how chill he is compared to my 8 month old lab that's bouncing off the wall lab energy
When you asked Toby if he wanted to go for a ride, reminded me of a story recently read about someone who lost their dog last week. One of the lessons that he said he learned from his dog was that when you’re going for a ride with a friend, it doesn’t really matter where you’re going, it’s all about the ride with the friend.
@karenanderson6495
Ай бұрын
I'll definitely be thinking about this when I'm in the car with my pup! This is beautiful!
I can’t believe how much Toby has grown. Thankyou for another video.
Toby has the best behavior i have seen for a pup in a long time
Your weekend was wonderful. So nice to be out in the woods and seeing a camp fire. Have a good week you and Toby.
Excellent choice of music with your filming Kenny!!! What a serendipitous delight!!! ❤
@caroledn
2 ай бұрын
Agreed. Not a GoPro fail at all!
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
I appreciate that.
Thank you again, Kenny for another wonderful video. You guys have a great week. God bless you
Shelters have some of the best dogs!!!
@timthompson8297
2 ай бұрын
All dogs are good.
@michaeltaylor4984
2 ай бұрын
Just wish I could adopt all of them.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Very true👍
Happy accident. The build a fire pit footage was great. Keep producing great content. I know it’s a lot of work but I appreciate your efforts.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thank you for that!
Toby looks totally different!! He's huge!
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
He is getting big. He went into the vet today. He weighs 51 pounds!
@craigjohnson5047
Ай бұрын
Is your cone sheat metal cooker homemade?
I appreciate your gentle good nature. Its a relief from the bubbly super excited influencers. I shouldnt be, but I am always surprised at the thoughtlessness of many people. You dont roll up on a camp in the woods without calling out. there is nothing wrong with shooting the breeze, trading information and even asking if its ok to set up next door. But for cryin out loud, there is likely a reason someone went out into the bush alone to camp for the weekend Toby is a handsome and smart fellow. Voltaire said something like "any faults my dog has are mine; his virtues are purely his own"
Love it that Toby gets the big comfy chair. What a lucky pup to get to hang out with such an awesome dog dad!
You always seem to calm me. I'm a truck driver, my days get hectic and a lot happens, that is unexpected. Thank you, for centering me once again
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
You are so welcome. Be safe out there!
Man, the northern lights look awesome way better than a The eclipse.
Toby is a sweet and smart boy! He has the most adorable eyes! Great video as always, glad to be back in the woods!
Boy, Toby’s getting so big it looks like he’s going to be a great companion…
Toby is really a beautiful dog, and what a good boy.
Awesome video Kenny & Toby! Thank you for taking us along, I enjoyed this very much! I hope your arm is doing better! Take care and stay safe!❤️🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼❤️🐕❤️
Kenny, there's always gonna be a-holes ,thanks for being so chill about it you're a bigger man than me lol
Toby is getting so big! I adopted my dog from a shelter too. He's a pit mix as well, and just the sweetest dog in the world. Adopt don't shop!
Hi! We are from Alberta, Canada and we had smoke this past weekend as well. Fort McMurray in Alberta and Fort Nelson in British Columbia have massive wildfires burning. It`s amazing how far that smoke went! We love watching you and Toby enjoy your weekends. I love Minnesota and would like to get down there more! Take care :)
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Stay safe, and thank you for the comment. Toby andci appreciate you.
Nice to see you two back out in the camper! Toby is getting big!
Yes unfortunately big fires in BC and Alberta 🙏🙏 for everyone to be safe. Evacuations have been given out.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
So sad! Hopefully everyone stays safe. 🙏
Cool shots of the northern lights… thanks for sharing.
Tip on the egg salad. You just have to put the whole egg(s) in a bowl and destroy them with a pastry cutter. 20 seconds later, they're ready for the miracle whip and pickles. I like green onions mixed in as well.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
I'll have to try the green onions. Thanks!
Stud is exactly it, boy. I knew you were gonna be happy with that dog. He is super smart, super. Good looking, man. What a great dog that's definitely a score for a shelter dog. You couldn't have gotten a better dog from a breeder. He's top-notch.
Really love how you just roll with things and end up making the best of every situation.
Such a beautiful video, the northern lights were so gorgeous, all the best for your shoulder surgery and sweet beautiful dog Toby too, be safe and God bless.
Toby’s face…it’s matured… *sobs* He’s so sweet!!! And he has his own chair!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
He's getting so big! On Sunday evening, he was even more lazy than usual. He wanted to stay cuddled up in our lap. And was whining if I got up. Something was up. I took him for a walk and he was stopping to pee every 3 minutes!! I had Mandi take him into the Vet on Tuesday. He has a UTI...poor guy...but I found out he weighs 51 pounds! He will be 6 months old in a few weeks. I wonder how much bigger he will get. He is a short ball of muscle.
@elib7311
Ай бұрын
@@KennyOfAllTrades I’m really glad you’re the type to immediately notice something’s not right. But so too, look how much trust Toby has in the two of you to let you know he’s not feeling well/hurting vs like many pets, they hide what’s wrong. Cats are notorious for this (I have 12), so you have to really zero in on any little misstep to be sure it’s not a something vs they’re just being weird that day. No, 12 cats aren’t running amok in the house. We built a 500 sq ft catio for them, so they basically have their own atrium, and can run in and out all day.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
You must be a kind loving patient person to car for 12 cats. I bet they love their home you created for them! I have a house cat, and so does Mandi. It's nice how independent they can be... but they will definitely let you know when it's cuddle time.
@cybersal7
Ай бұрын
All "Stars" have their own special chairs. You think he knows his is curl up and be comfortable one?
Thanks for another relaxing video! We just love Toby and I thought I was the only person in the world that eats pickles with his egg salad! Potato salad too! Thanks again!
@aliceevans3357
Ай бұрын
We do too! 😋
@JudyCL
23 күн бұрын
We do too, my parents from Europe, loved pickles in potato salad and they have passed this idea down to me and my kids. Quite refreshing to say the least. Regards from Oz
Oh dear Lord don't let the fires be bad again this year. I always love your videos, even when there's a struggle you calmly move through it. I'm learning from you. 🌷
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching.
When you pulled out the first chair, all I could hear (in my head) was Toby saying, “that my chair dad!” Awesome campsite, the first as well as the second; too bad some rude douche had to come along to the first one! 😡 Hope all goes well with the little man, well, with the little man losing his manhood! But happy to hear you’ll be one step closer to full adoption of the cute lil’ bugger! 😁 As always, stay safe out there…..
I love Tuesdays! Thank you so much for the getaways!🌻
Kenny, you have an adorable pup
My friend, you hit the jackpot with that dog!!! So happy for you both!!
I just love going on these adventures with you and Toby, Toby is such a Great Companion, love the frogs chirping in the back ground give Toby a belly rub from me😊
Toby is such an awesome camping dog. He makes me smile. You and he are lucky to have one another.
Toby’s chair couldn’t be more perfect for a dog his size. Nice. I love the music you filled in during the audio glitch and throughout the vlog. Good job. You must have mayo in egg salad. 🙄 Love the way you care for Toby. Too bad about the smoke. FWIW, I think you’re a damn good videographer.
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the wonderful comment!
My dog is a rescue dog, best dog I have ever had! A viewer from Sartell.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Very cool! Thanks for watching!!
Some folks would consider this crazy talk; but imho Toby was meant to be in your world. It's kind of how a stray (somewhat similar breed mix) became a part of another of my sisters family. It's like that dog was specific ordered into their home. It's astounding. Thanks for sharing serenity with us via your lens & travel. 👍
Cool shot with the front tire off the ground in that rough spot! I really appreciate the work you put into setting up all your shots and transitions. Keep em coming! ❤
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thanks! It's cool that you recognize the effort 👌
Kenny and Toby, in the house!
This was a very relaxing video, I love hearing all the crickets and birds.
@NEWPL
Ай бұрын
Frogs
My late husband would only make percolator coffee when we camped. Look for the filters made for percolator coffee pots, they are a life saver for cleanup. Usually found with other types of filters at the grocery store. I would then remove and burn in the campfire to help rid of mosquitoes. Thanks for your videos and loving to see Toby grow and thrive.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
I really appreciate the heads up on the filters. That's a great idea to help with mosquitoes
@BillWhetstone
11 күн бұрын
@@KennyOfAllTrades My wife and I both commented the same, filters, we get these square filters with center and corner holes work in the basket great, next a stainless coffee scoop we leave in the coffee can. One scoop per 2 cups. Usually in the aisles next to coffee.
Greetings from Ireland, big fan and its been great watching Toby growing up from the pup he was, what a super companion to be able to take on these journeys !!!
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Rest assured it is not a house fire, Kenny. That smoke is actually coming from British Columbia Canada. Wildfires there are starting earlier than last year. Minnesota is going to have a lot of smoky days and nights. 😔 Thank you for getting video of the northern lights!! I missed out on going north to see them. Toby is SO CUTE!!! I love his ears!!! ❤❤
@barbn1211
2 ай бұрын
And Alberta. Fort MacMurray is being evacuated right now.
@Lisa_P73
2 ай бұрын
@@barbn1211 wow...I'm praying for all them folks. Scary situation.
@barbn1211
2 ай бұрын
@@Lisa_P73 It sure is....
For some reason, percolated coffee always tastes the best. It's so old fashioned tasting
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
I have to agree!
My mom used to make all of her macaroni and potato salads with both mayo and miracle whip. I hate miracle whip but her salads were amazing!!
Well done with Toby’s training! He is a great dog, so handsome, and he absolutely won the lottery with you! Once again your video made me smile, and take a deep breath and relax. I really hope you enjoy doing these because I certainly enjoy watching. And peepers!! I miss spring peepers - for the first time in my life I don’t have a single place for peepers to live. Not even a winter damp patch. We get Whippoorwills and Chuck-Wills-Widows calling, but no peepers. It was so nice to hear them, thank you 😊
Amen to why winter camping is the best and missing it lol
It's so nice to see you and Toby are best buds,dogs are such a joy,I have 2 dogs there's nothing better that when you come home they are there to give you movies hope the fires go out. See you next week,jeanie
@jeantricarico3408
2 ай бұрын
That's lovies
Toby saying " my spot dad what we do glad you found another and had a peaceful outing Toby is so well behaved and listens He knows where he belongs
Beautiful dog Thanks for adopting
My wife just had shoulder surgery for very similar reasons. It was a day surgery, and with PT it has healed up rather quickly. I think you should be good :) Poor Toby though, lol
Hey Kenny! Great to see you and Toby back in the woods doing what you do best! Every dog I’ve ever made part of my family was a rescue from a shelter! Those poor dogs need loving homes too! A lot of them suffer from neglect and abuse and they just want to be loved! So for those of you reading this comment, ADOPT don’t shop! I promise you that you won’t regret it! I rescued 4 German Shepherds with 1 hour to spare before they we’re scheduled to be euthanized and they have been the best dogs! Thank you Kenny for giving Toby a loving home and a second chance!
@cybersal7
Ай бұрын
They always are, aren't they. ❤️ It's As if they know, somehow.
Toby is the goodest dog!
Wow, Kenny your camera nailed it with the Northern lights. Beautiful! Toby has grown and he is a beautiful boy. His eyes are gorgeous. They look like they are green. Another great video Kenny. Hope everything goes well with your shoulder. See you next week. God bless.
Love your show,your dog is so adorable,keep up the great content THANK YOU Michaelcato from Portland Oregon
Fantastic video ...but Kenny here is Tobys camping name....Boonedocking Toby...what a super pup!nothing like a good dog...ty again kenny for serenity...
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
Love it!
I was sitting in a tractor cab & it was crazy how fast that smoke came in. I watched a video a farmer up in Canada posted & the smoke was terrible. They couldn't see a quarter mile at times. I hope we will not have to put up with this smoke all summer long like last year.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Let's hope not! They could use a break up there. The smok did roll in quickly. It was blue sky's one minute and hazy the next. The chemical smell was nauseating.
11:15 Toby fills up that whole chair. You got a good dawg right there ❤
That face he gives you every time you get his chair out for him! He looks at ya saying….”Thanks Dad, I love my comfy chair, your the best dad ever!”
I love the way Toby prances when he walks😊
Another good video. Thanks for taking us along. Toby is getting big, looks like his training is going well. Lots of set backs this weekend, you seem to always just roll with it and have a great attitude. Always look forward to the Tuesday post.
Hi Kenny and Toby, I have just about caught up in watching this video, but will fall again tomorrow. Tomorrow morning is my Dad's Funeral.😢. Toby is growing 💗 fast. Loved the northern lights. Kenny thank you X X X ❤
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
I'm so sorry for your loss Susan. You have our most sincere condolences.
@Helen-ry7zp
Ай бұрын
Susan prayers for you and your family today as you lay your Dad to rest 🙏💐
@susanhill9166
Ай бұрын
@@Helen-ry7zp Helen, thank you for saying that means a lot too. Just wish I had someone to talk too
I was able to see the Northern Lights Friday night all the way in Northern KY. First time ever. Pretty awesome.
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
So cool!
Watching your videos really helps me calm my anxiety. Enjoying your nature trip and a calm voice of yours with soft music at the background and sweet face of yours. Blessed! 🙏🙏🙏
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thank you for the wonderful comment. I'm glad you found the channel.
Great video even with the issues. Toby is so handsome.
You have a great attitude Kenny ❤❤❤
Your videos are worth while for us! Toby is so nice and so chill!
The Kenny/Toby Show. What's not to like?
@KathyHarrington-cz7wq
Ай бұрын
I agree with you 💯
Toby is amazing! I see you put him in a nicer chair than yours. Shelter dogs cost next to nothing and they end up being Priceless. Someone missed out on him, but you didn't.
Wow The Northern Lights were Awesome, we actually got to see them here in White House Tennessee recently 😊
Enjoyed again, Kenny and Toby ❤, Toby your one heck of a dog you've inherited a good owner
Toby is such a good boy! Beautiful dog and he loves his chair! Lol
Toby is getting so big! You are 100% right in Miracles Whip!
Such a beautiful area, and fun seeing Toby! He's really growing up and doing well on his training!! The site on the lake looked so peaceful. Love hearing the birds!
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
You are so kind
Percolator coffee is one of the many joys of camping! Pickles absolutely belong in egg salad but I agree with Mandy, Miracle Whip is a hard no.
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
I have used it in over a year. I forgot how it brings out more flavor without being bitter. I'm going to be using it more often.
Love that Toby's living his best life ❤
Great video Kenny Toby is a great camp dog
Kenny that Toby be tripping me out! He so chill! I like how he hangs out with you. What a great little companion. Thanks for the relaxing video.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thank you Brandon 😊
Gorgeous place Love Minnesota
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thanks for all the wonderful comments!
Thanks for the video. One little trick I use for those single camp spots is to pull around and back up the track going in. Discourages ding dongs from pulling their inconsiderate garbage. Back the truck up later.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Great idea!
You sure got a nice dog there. Well behaved very beautiful boy nice good for you.
Thanks 😊can't wait your videos are so well done I love them,the music and Toby and you are so well done it relaxed me the whole show 😊love your channel 😊big fan
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
Another great vid. I loved the northern lights. lol, The Tobers has not been missing any meals, I see❤ and he looks so lean and muscular, a credit to his breed. I enjoyed the sounds of the birds and crickets, and all the little lillypads on the lake. The music with the campfire, and watching the glowing of the coals was especially nice. No comment on the egg salad with the “miracle whip”😂. Kenny, thanks so much for your great vids, and I hope your shoulder issue goes well. Until next time…………🥰🫶
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
He is getting big! He is 51 ponds now.
Hope everything turns out well with your shoulder. Got my truck packed and ready to go exploring and find a place to camp tomorrow after bad work week. If it wasn’t for your videos I wouldn’t take the time to go do that for myself. Thanks for the inspiration, and Toby is the best. You won the rescue dog lottery.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
I hope your work troubles melt away as soon as you clock out. There is no doubt that one night in the camper can recharge my soul and make the next week at work a little more tolerable. Have fun and be safe.
@monicacoffman4934
Ай бұрын
@@KennyOfAllTrades Thanks, found an awesome place to get away. Ready for next week.
Well done on this video … loved it. Thank you and Toby. Hope your shoulder is feeling better soon.
Also Toby is getting so darn handsome. I love his ears.
Awwwh lovely video. You and Toby are quite the companions for each other. Both of you have a calm and peaceful way. Love seeing your beautiful country and how you respect the area and nature 😊
Toby is so Sweet! He stays with you and is so chill; you were so lucky to get such a calm doggie; some pups are so hyper! And bless you for thinking of him being in smoke: dogs senses are so much keener than ours. Every dog we have ever had has been a shelter dog who has rescued us. Good luck with the MRI; you will be fine. Thanks for the video....awesome scenery especially the swans on the misty lake with the snowy white bushes in the back. All the drone footage awesome. Your videos are a pleasure to watch; you cant help but feel content and relaxed when watching them.
@KennyOfAllTrades
Ай бұрын
Thank you so much
Wow Toby got big! He looks great
Another great video, Kenny, thank you! Always makes me smile and helps me calm and recenter. So cool to see Toby continuing his chill and calm demeanor while he grows up, especially since he's not quite yet neutered (planning an adoption celebration with him?). He's truly the ultimate camping dog. You have a great one with him! You both handled the "invader" like champs. Just upped and moved and didn't let them adversely affect your weekend and plans. It always works out in the end and this time it especially did. Hope your MRI goes well and you're able to keep taking care. Thanks again, Kenny! 😊👍
@KennyOfAllTrades
2 ай бұрын
Thank you. 😊
Great to see you and Toby back in the woods again!
I see you spoil your dog as much as we do. We have a mix German Shepherd that we got from a rescue. Best dog we have ever had. Her name is Bailey.