Petrified Forest National Park & Window Rock Camping

Knife City GPS 34.978474, -110.058495
Petrified Forest National Park GPS 35.062557, -109.783838
Beautiful Rest Area GPS 35.353307,-109.057208
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My name is Eric and I travel with my cat, “Jax” in a 2001 Chevy Fleetwood Tioga Arrow 24D Class C RV. We travel about 45 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round. Here are some popular questions asked:
Cameras:
*GoPro Hero 4 Black for Vlogging. (1080p 60fps)
*GoPro Hero 3 Silver for Timelapses & Driving Narration.
*SJ4000 for driving shots out the window.
*Canon Vixia HF M500 with Canon WD-H43 Wide Angle Conversion lens for Macro and Zoom shots.
Stabilizer: Feiyu Tech 4GS 3 axis gimbal.
Time Lapses: Gopro Hero 3: 2 second intervals. Speed up 1200x, cropped 4K down to 1080 for panning
Night Lapses: Gopro Hero 4 Black manual settings: 800 ISO, 30 second Shutter, 3000K WB, Protune On
Audio: Sony ICD-PX333 (Audio swapped in post production)
Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Aerial Drone Shots: DJI Phantom 3 Standard
RV MPG: 7-11mpg depending on generator use. (7.4L 454 Chevy)
Solar: 500 watts on tilting brackets on roof. 5 AGM batteries totaling 400 amp hours
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  • @kalikaren2400
    @kalikaren24007 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful pictures of Painted Desert/Petrified Forest but seeing the national parks in person is still the best way to see them. Glad your cold/cough is gone. I think having Jax closer and petting him more often helped. I'm a big believer in the healing powers of our pets. Something about a cat's purr helps you sleep. Stay safe.

  • @wes2975
    @wes29757 жыл бұрын

    I see people give you grief about the stroller, but I like it, and I honestly don't see "what the big deal is", as far as the negative comments. I have begun using a similar model to take one of my dogs for a walk. She has a bad leg, and can't walk far at all. I am very glad to have picked up the idea from you.

  • @TravelingRobert
    @TravelingRobert7 жыл бұрын

    One of my favorite videos lately. You got everything in there. Time lapses, drone footage, great scenery, petroglyphs, food, nice music. Thumbs up Eric.

  • @anthonymarino4260
    @anthonymarino42607 жыл бұрын

    glad you are feeling better

  • @1jackieworcs
    @1jackieworcs7 жыл бұрын

    Loved the pueblo village and petroglyphs you showed us

  • @jaymorpheus1111
    @jaymorpheus11117 жыл бұрын

    This video series is top notch, get to see an old route 66 road trecker before he gets old.

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Happy to share.

  • @cleverblonde4406
    @cleverblonde44067 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for taking me there with you. The national park was really beautiful.

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    Happy to share.

  • @sumfingtosay
    @sumfingtosay7 жыл бұрын

    Love how collect magnets along the way. Tfs & safe travels 🚙

  • @dianab9101
    @dianab91017 жыл бұрын

    Eric....Excellent Video !!! Love coffee time with Eric & Jax !!! You both seem sooo happy and relaxed rolling down the road. Such a difference from 4 years ago.... I love ALL your videos, past and present. Thank You So Much !!! Love You Guys !!!

  • @pattij6249
    @pattij62497 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful

  • @xxdomesticgoddessxx
    @xxdomesticgoddessxx7 жыл бұрын

    I don't want to sound creepy, but it has become a part of my day to watch at least one of your videos (still working on catching up from the beginning) and just enjoying your adventure called life. Thank you so much for sharing it with us all. Safe travels and grand adventures.

  • @mikeytatts6253
    @mikeytatts62537 жыл бұрын

    The beauty of some of your shots, and the time lapse, along with the still camera set up capturing you in motion, it's easy to forget how much time and effort goes into your work. Quality work indeed.

  • @mikrettop2851
    @mikrettop28517 жыл бұрын

    Good Vid Eric. Those markings on the rock are really cool. And, as always, your drone footage is just TOTALLY outstanding. Since you gave me my adventure in for the day, guess I will go back to MY BORING LIFE....LOL...Mik.

  • @galesales202
    @galesales2026 жыл бұрын

    Wow Eric! I love it when an older vid of your's pops up that I have not yet seen. This one is spectacular. You have shown me so many places that I may never see and some I didn't even know existed. Blue sky and white clouds are perfect. Awesome work Eric. Safe travels to you and Jax always. And thank you!

  • @marcotesti3909
    @marcotesti39097 жыл бұрын

    I think Jax is happy with the new position... Ah, and this one was a magnificent drone view, bravo!

  • @deedeegray7489
    @deedeegray74897 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the awesome video ! Be safe, looking forward to watching your next update !

  • @michaelrice3021
    @michaelrice30217 жыл бұрын

    Those open spaces are thrilling & stunning beautiful scenery--esp. from the drone. It's good to see you well & jolly.

  • @alelmico4
    @alelmico47 жыл бұрын

    Jax seems to be really enjoying his stroller tours :) Love seeing him joining in with you!

  • @ksfixitmangaming617
    @ksfixitmangaming6177 жыл бұрын

    Great video as normal. Thanks for all you do Eric.

  • @TooTrue2
    @TooTrue27 жыл бұрын

    Another awesome video. More Jax, please!

  • @pattysternjacob731
    @pattysternjacob7317 жыл бұрын

    Eric, you would be lost without Jax. I pray he lives every one of his 9. Great drone shots. Get well soon.

  • @adammeron
    @adammeron7 жыл бұрын

    Dude! You make the coolest videos! I love it! Keep doin' watcha doin'

  • @RVJoey
    @RVJoey7 жыл бұрын

    those drone shots were great! I was there and I couldn't see it from that perspective! and that cupcake wrapper was an awesome tip!

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    I knew when we pulled in that I HAD to try to capture what I was seeing for KZread. It was one AMAZING rest stop. lol.

  • @lyleorr9832

    @lyleorr9832

    7 жыл бұрын

    Agreed on the cupcake wrapper tip - that is so simple and a HUGE time/water saver!!

  • @estherjackson3925

    @estherjackson3925

    7 жыл бұрын

    Joey, I finally got to eat some cupcakes at a ladies' rock painting party. I ate four cupcakes. They are so so yummy. Now I remember why I don't eat them. It is too hard to stop once I get started. :/

  • @RVJoey

    @RVJoey

    7 жыл бұрын

    I am in cupcake recovery now.

  • @mostpopular1204

    @mostpopular1204

    7 жыл бұрын

    WHO SAID ANY THING ABOUT CUPCAKES? WHY DIDNT I GET ONE:{

  • @dougcarlyle3811
    @dougcarlyle38117 жыл бұрын

    When I was very young are family went out and I saw the canyons, the pert forest, somewhere out there is a place where you can see dinosors, the bones, I know its not far from where your at, I was like 7 years old, but never forgot it, asked my kids if they want to go out there, and they said its for old people, kind of hurt my feelings but one day I want to return, just something in my bucket list.. thanks for sharing Eric.. outstanding job as always.

  • @bomr9769
    @bomr97697 жыл бұрын

    I've been watching this channel for 1 day and I've been binge watching ALOT of your videos. Im hooked on your videos, I just cant stop watching them. Keep doing what you're doing.

  • @davee164
    @davee1647 жыл бұрын

    Great scenery!

  • @shellyarmstrong70
    @shellyarmstrong707 жыл бұрын

    Eric, you are not allowed to make me scarf my coffee with your skipping!!! Omg, had me rolling! thank you for making me laugh. Glad you are feeling better. Jax looks happy in his new spot closer to you, such a sweet Boy.

  • @royalicing8603
    @royalicing86037 жыл бұрын

    You are one of the most kind and warm people I don't know! Love your videos! Love big, snuggly Jax, too!

  • @robertj3600
    @robertj36007 жыл бұрын

    That petrified wood stuff is pretty wild. The magnets pretty cool too. May have to pick one up if/when I pass thru. Anyways, great video-- Cant wait to see where you're off to next

  • @2Skytime
    @2Skytime7 жыл бұрын

    Great views! Glad your feeling better.

  • @chriskozak4966
    @chriskozak49667 жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid, luv the drone shots. Thanks for showing The Petrified National Forest, amazing beauty! Jaxman looked content 😌 & you sound a lot better.

  • @cherylownbey9573
    @cherylownbey95737 жыл бұрын

    Hi Eric, WOW! You have really improved with your editing and drone shots. This was gorgeous scenery, thanks for sharing.. Cheryl

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Cheryl

  • @rjr-yp9uj
    @rjr-yp9uj7 жыл бұрын

    I can tell by your voice and enthusiasm you have recovered from your cold.

  • @kerencollins1548
    @kerencollins15487 жыл бұрын

    So beautiful, love Arizona . Nice having you guys together , LOVE IT!! TY so much :)

  • @adventureswithgnomie6553
    @adventureswithgnomie65537 жыл бұрын

    beautiful scenery! Hi Jax!! great video Eric.

  • @andrewfyakim525
    @andrewfyakim5257 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos! I've been to 15 foreign countries, and to every major city in the USA, but I have not seen the places you are showing us on your Route 66 videos; likely will never will ... thank you for showing us this part of our great country.

  • @estherjackson3925
    @estherjackson39257 жыл бұрын

    Jax looks like he is very happy in his new spot next to you, and so do you. The Painted Desert is gorgeous.

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, he's happier, but still gives up on very rough roads or large bumps. He crawls under my seat when it's rough.

  • @estherjackson3925

    @estherjackson3925

    7 жыл бұрын

    He must think it is an earthquake.

  • @joshuapereira3787
    @joshuapereira3787 Жыл бұрын

    GOOD MORNING BEAST NOMADIC FANTASTIC ERIC JAX KZread VIDEO 🐈🐈

  • @Pack.Leader
    @Pack.Leader7 жыл бұрын

    Nice. The music you choose makes such a difference on how much I like a video. Glad you're almost over your cold ! Jax is loving having his bed closer to you in the cab. You make such a cute couple. ;)

  • @candysantillo3325
    @candysantillo33257 жыл бұрын

    This was great. Thank you for showing me things I'd never get to see.Much appreciation

  • @TOTALLYRELAXED
    @TOTALLYRELAXED7 жыл бұрын

    During my 38 year trucking employment Arizona, New Mexico, and, Nevada were always my favorites, and, always will be! Can't wait to get back out there, on MY terms, in my future Roadtrek 190! I was really fortunate to be able to see all three states north to south, and, east to west before I retired from trucking in 2015. Thanks for reporting on my favorites! Travel safe!

  • @michaelruiz9977
    @michaelruiz99777 жыл бұрын

    keep doing what u do best .....like your intake on all your videos

  • @thelordhearsthecryofthepoo1202
    @thelordhearsthecryofthepoo12027 жыл бұрын

    Absolute stunning scenery. Thank you for all your videos, you are an inspiration to all x Jax the cat is so adorable, xxxx

  • @Me-ev4ix
    @Me-ev4ix7 жыл бұрын

    My husband and I went through there in 95 in a 70 Chevy truck pulling a vintage 60s canned ham camper! Its such a beautiful place! It rained while we were there and the colors were really vibrant! So cool that you are able to meet up with Ausia , Joey and the others!

  • @valeriep7845
    @valeriep78457 жыл бұрын

    The painted desert is beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    It is. You betcha!

  • @radarnj8043

    @radarnj8043

    7 жыл бұрын

    It is Valerie ... when the rains come the colors get vibrant.

  • @valeriep7845

    @valeriep7845

    7 жыл бұрын

    Radar NJ I'll have to try and see it someday in the rain!

  • @GardenerEarthGuy
    @GardenerEarthGuy7 жыл бұрын

    Window Rock has the best radio station along the 40. The Voice Of The Navajo Nation... give it a listen!

  • @MattGrossChannel
    @MattGrossChannel7 жыл бұрын

    Skipping? Priceless. Thanks for sharing! Give Jax a scratch behind the ears for me!!! : ) Suggestion: Visit the "Breaking Bad" film locations??? : )

  • @Dixiered03
    @Dixiered037 жыл бұрын

    The geology of that area is amazing. Thanks for the views

  • @HulaShack1
    @HulaShack17 жыл бұрын

    The painted desert was so beautiful and your drone shots were just stunning. You shoot such amazing videos! Thanks for sharing! Glad you are feeling better!

  • @shellyscott4822
    @shellyscott48227 жыл бұрын

    What a gorgeous trip this has been!! Thank you!! xoxoxo Jax

  • @julieadams34
    @julieadams347 жыл бұрын

    glad you are feeling better.Safe travels Eric.

  • @bevr2164

    @bevr2164

    7 жыл бұрын

    julieadams34 Yes, glad you are feeling better. Mine turned into pneumonia.....my three Grandkids had it, Husband had it, lasts about two weeks. W/O pneumonia 🍹

  • @redrobin99
    @redrobin997 жыл бұрын

    Such a "trip" to see Jax content in a baby buggy. Thanks for sharing your trip!

  • @martamartinez9727
    @martamartinez97277 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing views!!! Thanks for sharing!!😻

  • @pamelaweihrauch1145
    @pamelaweihrauch11457 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful! Love the drone videos! Thank you!

  • @moonlitedaze5688
    @moonlitedaze56887 жыл бұрын

    Drones would be good advertizing for Route 66 interest. Thanks Eric, chill music !!

  • @Northstardanes
    @Northstardanes7 жыл бұрын

    Eric, awesome drone footage, super video, appreciate your time making these! 🐄Hi Jax from the NorthStar Danes in Florida!

  • @ItsME-zb3rw
    @ItsME-zb3rw7 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. Thank you, Eric.

  • @robertgullickson8758
    @robertgullickson87587 жыл бұрын

    Excellent! And perfect choice of music. Great video production.

  • @cecilhuffman7824
    @cecilhuffman78247 жыл бұрын

    Eric, love watching your videos. You’ve come a long way with the quality and professionalism since you started. When I was in the service, stationed all over US and home base was California, we drove past all of the parks you just visited. Unfortunately out of 4 times going through, we never stopped. Always in too much of a hurry to get home and see family. I will start my on my journey in about a week and a half doing what you are doing. This time I will stop at all the places I missed back in the 70s and 80s. Keep it up with all the details, can’t wait for the next one. Hope to see you and Jax someday.

  • @hairboy32001
    @hairboy320017 жыл бұрын

    Great video Eric

  • @roygrillo2984
    @roygrillo29847 жыл бұрын

    You really have an amazing talent for aerial footage, it always reminds me of watching National Geographic.

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Roy.

  • @martyjouett9949
    @martyjouett99497 жыл бұрын

    I especially like the drone footage of the mountains, mesa's and desert.

  • @rogercorum7827
    @rogercorum78276 жыл бұрын

    Really like the drone shots of the rocks and their curves !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @dindog22
    @dindog227 жыл бұрын

    I love how Jax answers you when you ask him a question

  • @chirp-cc1sn
    @chirp-cc1sn7 жыл бұрын

    It might be flat, but every once in a while you see big rocks. Not just a rock, but a big beautiful colorful rock. Chirp

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    It's quite a sight to see.

  • @JudyEddy
    @JudyEddy7 жыл бұрын

    It is beautiful! Tfs! Love you cat Jax! He is beautiful!

  • @MadeInTheUSA1975
    @MadeInTheUSA19757 жыл бұрын

    Jax, you are one lucky cat!! You live a better life than I do!!

  • @MarkTarsis
    @MarkTarsis7 жыл бұрын

    Great video. It's amazing to see how well those 24ft RVs can slip into more normal-ish parking spots.

  • @DenaliDaveB
    @DenaliDaveB7 жыл бұрын

    Arizona doesn't observe Daylight Saving Time but the Navajo Nation does.

  • @nomadicfanatic

    @nomadicfanatic

    7 жыл бұрын

    correct. Then, while traveling east, you'll exit Navajo nation and the time changes again for 15 minutes until you hit New Mexico, and the time changes AGAIN. It's funny.

  • @RVJoey

    @RVJoey

    7 жыл бұрын

    Does that cause RVLag. .like jetlag? Ha ha

  • @MrMark85044

    @MrMark85044

    7 жыл бұрын

    the reason the Navajo does is because there land covers 3 states. that way all of there area will be on the same time zone.

  • @RadicalJoy
    @RadicalJoy7 жыл бұрын

    LOVED the skipping! Awesome! 👍🏻

  • @ve6eee
    @ve6eee7 жыл бұрын

    Getting the annual National Park Pass is the way to go to really get your money's worth over the year especially when you are on the move and can cover many of them. Great video!

  • @klouism1
    @klouism17 жыл бұрын

    Love the Drone Shots, thanks. Keep having fun.

  • @tina3751
    @tina37517 жыл бұрын

    Love watching your adventures. Thank you for sharing. I hope to be on the road soon myself.

  • @lindathompson6678
    @lindathompson66787 жыл бұрын

    Really nice area! I missed The Petrified Forrest on my road trip, so this was a treat! Thanks again! Give Jax a ear scratch from me! Take care!

  • @k2wo1
    @k2wo17 жыл бұрын

    Great video Eric! Love this road trip. Travel safely.

  • @huey2074
    @huey20747 жыл бұрын

    Nicer weather is great. Loved the drone shots Jax looks like he having fun too. Company is cool to have along again to share good times. Security light is cool I going to put one on my rig. Keep safe we are enjoying your adventure

  • @coolmagicforum6018
    @coolmagicforum60187 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Really excellent drone and time lapse photography!

  • @jpinto9102
    @jpinto91027 жыл бұрын

    I was at at Painted Desert a long,long,long time ago .. thanks for jolting my memory of my great cross country trip

  • @deejo1823
    @deejo18237 жыл бұрын

    absolutely beautiful views!

  • @paulhermsen6159
    @paulhermsen61597 жыл бұрын

    big diffence from when i was there in 77 to what you showed keep posting and tc

  • @smallpaulissmall5582
    @smallpaulissmall55827 жыл бұрын

    AHA! There's the light. Wow that is bright!

  • @1earlcatfish
    @1earlcatfish7 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear your feelin better, been prayin for ya

  • @erinp6336
    @erinp63367 жыл бұрын

    This was awesome you seem so happy 😁

  • @johng4250
    @johng42507 жыл бұрын

    I first saw the Petrified Forest som 60 years ago and can't help but to wonder how much of it has been carried away in a million tourists pockets since then? Your shots of the Painted Desert were great. In the old days 66 went right through both the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert, no detour needed!

  • @sarahmbelden
    @sarahmbelden7 жыл бұрын

    The ride for Jax was awesome! Glad he gets out more as I really do think he enjoys it to a certain degree. :) Also I agree with Diana so much. You've changed a lot just in the last year.

  • @strikeforce9334
    @strikeforce93347 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video Eric!

  • @leewilliams7443
    @leewilliams74437 жыл бұрын

    Hey Eric great vid as usual the painted desert is such a beautiful sight your drone shots are fantastic thanks for sharing I am glad that you are feeling better keep the vids coming and Keep On RV'n....

  • @craigperry3390
    @craigperry33906 жыл бұрын

    GREAT DRONE VIDEO WITH THAT MUSIC AND GREAT EDITING!....YOU SHOULD BE PICKED UP BY A TV SHOW FOR RV TRAVEL~ GOOD LUCK AND THANK'S FOR WHAT YOU DO!

  • @joshaharding7182
    @joshaharding71827 жыл бұрын

    great video bro keep up the great work glad you are better and I'm sure JAX is glad too

  • @danielwolf2192
    @danielwolf21927 жыл бұрын

    Have a great day!

  • @maryreeves9285
    @maryreeves92857 жыл бұрын

    Wow the painted desert was beautiful and your filming of it was stunning. Glad you are feeling better and your probably right about it being allergies. The wind can move pollen all over from state to state. Safe travels to you and Jax. On the road again, as Willie would say.

  • @thoughtsinpassing2968
    @thoughtsinpassing29687 жыл бұрын

    the drone shots are awesome as well as all the other fabulous views ! The helpful hint to use the cup cake paper as throw away dishes is cool, one that I will use and share. Thanks for sharing Arizona with us.

  • @hottlimited
    @hottlimited7 жыл бұрын

    Enjoying your Route 66 trip very much

  • @angelusrosa6877
    @angelusrosa68777 жыл бұрын

    Upmost respect to you, and Love to your cat, A.K.A best friend :D

  • @barb736
    @barb7367 жыл бұрын

    super cool with the drone. I have got to visit that place...stay safe

  • @historygradstu
    @historygradstu7 жыл бұрын

    absolutely beautiful nature

  • @davidcunningham5422
    @davidcunningham54227 жыл бұрын

    Amazing country! It is nice to see you hanging with some great people, they just add some extra fun to your videos.... then we get to watch their videos and see everything from another perspective. Glad the man cold / allergies are moving on!!! They just suck the life out of a person.....

  • @dusterguitar
    @dusterguitar7 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic again !!!!

  • @dfxjedi
    @dfxjedi7 жыл бұрын

    Glad you're feeling better

  • @CDubsJourney
    @CDubsJourney7 жыл бұрын

    Another excellent, fantastic video!