Vanlife with a wheelchair in the snow!

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  • I have a spinal cord injury and use a wheelchair. I live and travel full time SOLO in my accessible campervan. In this video I am making my way back to Canada after spending my winter in California. I encounter some cold temperatures and snow!
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  • @Karski1952
    @Karski1952 หลายเดือนก่อน +44

    Young lady, you are outstanding an inspiration to a whole lot of people. You have made your life work for you even with your spinal injury. Wish you a happy for filled life moving forward.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      @@Karski1952 thank you for your very kind words! I’m hoping this channel can help motivate others to do things out of the norm, especially if they have life challenges.

    • @angelinasouren
      @angelinasouren หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@Keepinitwheel306❤🙏🏻😎

    • @suewilkinson9518
      @suewilkinson9518 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Well said Ka

    • @CanadianCampPurr
      @CanadianCampPurr 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 i'll be 66 1/2 when i start my trip to calgary for the camper install. Your one of a kind lady, so much energy & adventure.

  • @stevenhartley7659
    @stevenhartley7659 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +18

    The fact that you take the time to set up camera shots is so much extra work. I hope that doesn't get lost on folks watching. Just WOW !

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  25 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Thank you for acknowledging that! It is time consuming but so worth it.

  • @jayjones1567
    @jayjones1567 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    You are a inspiration to all and people with disabilities you are very beautiful and intelligent inspiring

  • @user-freebird49
    @user-freebird49 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    I appreciate the way you look at and deal with life. Thanks again for sharing

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@user-freebird49 thanks for watching!

  • @annahopp
    @annahopp หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Just stating the obvious: Dang! You are awesome!

  • @coraleez
    @coraleez หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    You are a badass! Doing great work helping make this world more accessible. I shared your video with my daughter, a professional mountain biker also trying to make outdoor activities more accessible. You passed through my hometown of Bellingham, WA. Love your video 🙌🏽❤️ you are a true inspiration!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@coraleez no way, she is a pro mtb rider? That would be a dream! My bike gives me so much freedom, I love it.

    • @coraleez
      @coraleez หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 yes mam, and skier. She has skied with adaptive skiers, watch The Approach 1, and 2 to see the action! Pretty amazing stuff! Who knows maybe you two can connect for a ride one of these days! 🙌🏽💓

  • @kwatson8331
    @kwatson8331 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I love your sense of adventure and the fortitude and independence that obviously makes you - you! Enjoy your travels!! I’ll be watching for future videos.

  • @briankerns8188
    @briankerns8188 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I agree with you about cities. When it snows it just seems so quiet and peaceful.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’ve been stealth camping in the city for meetings this week and I’m so ready to break free. 2 more days! I hope you get some freedom too

  • @johnrowland3105
    @johnrowland3105 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The ease with which you present your van life is wonderful to watch

  • @Lynn.L.
    @Lynn.L. หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    You're an awesome person ❤

  • @sunshine3914
    @sunshine3914 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Dang! Hard to believe it’s snowing there when it hit 99°F all last week in S TX. I never complain about the heat, bc anywhere that gets below freezing for any extended length of time, I wouldn’t know how to survive. Y’all northerners never cease to amaze me.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@sunshine3914 ah haha, well I’ve actually filmed this about a month ago, but didn’t get a chance to edit it together until now. But there are still places with snow at high elevation in British Columbia.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@sunshine3914 ah haha, well I actually filmed this about a month ago, but didn’t get a chance to edit it together until now. But there are still places with snow at high elevation in British Columbia.

    • @leegifford2942
      @leegifford2942 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well, it's almost 104F (40 C) here in my province with a humidex today. Snow left us about 3 months ago. After all, it's Summer here, too, now. We don't get snow year round.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@leegifford2942 yeah it’s 31C in my province today…hitting 37 later in the week. Canada sure has extremes!

  • @maryfonti6114
    @maryfonti6114 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I enjoyed watching you and Bob on his channel. After, I am pleased I found your channel. I can see. I will enjoy watching your episodes. Thanks.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yay thanks for finding me and I’m giving you a warm welcome to the channel

  • @DK-wr6mq
    @DK-wr6mq 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I read through a number of comments. Many have used the word 'inspiration' to describe you. At the expense of excessive redundancy, I will do the same. I stumbled on your video by accident. I just got home from a social event. Many people were asking me about my upcoming surgery. I had to admit to them that I am concerned, if not a bit scared. I do a lot of outdoor recreation. I am concerned about my ability post surgery. I live in Regina and spend many weeks in BC pursuing adventure. I hope that will still be a part of my future. Your video spoke to me tonight. It said, "Stop worrying. Be brave." You are truly inspiring!!! I hope you understand how much you help and inspire others to be brave and courageous in their own endeavors, regardless of what they are. Perhaps finding your video was not an 'accident'. Thank You!!! 😊

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! I hope surgery goes well, and just know there are so many adaptations out there now that you can explore no matter what.

  • @MadHatter1707
    @MadHatter1707 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As a quadriplegic myself I have admiration for your courage, resilience, self reliance, and perseverance. My cousin purchased a city transit bus and is currently in the process of making an off the grid rv out of it so we can do some traveling. I hope I get the opportunity to bump wheels with you.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@MadHatter1707 that’s soooo exciting!! Let me know if you get on the road and I’d love to hear how the build is adapted for you.

  • @popspops3795
    @popspops3795 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Hi, Lisa. Hope all is well. GUESS WHAT! I have a plan! I want to cook for you, but for my food to taster good (to be eatable) the main and by far the most important ingredient of the recipe is that you don't eat for at least 3 days, and must be starving. The ideology of my cooking is that hunger is the best seasoning.
    Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay happy! Everything else is manageable!
    Pops

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Well, who can pass up that offer? I might even eat olives after 3 days of no food!

    • @popspops3795
      @popspops3795 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @Keepinitwheel306 hunger gives us incentive to eat anything! The best ingredient for any recipe is my culinary secret (starvation). Darn it! I just reviewed the secret of my culinary success!
      Hot wheels, I'm always rooting for you and sending my positive thoughts and energy your way. You seem like a great person to hang out and have a meaningful friendship. Except that I can't keep up with you. Additionally,I am scared of my shadow and everything around it, but you can defend and protect me. That's why I live in a cave.

  • @albertquiroz9189
    @albertquiroz9189 44 นาทีที่ผ่านมา

    😊 enjoy my friend ☺️☺️👍.

  • @Rlaplante73
    @Rlaplante73 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Excellent video, content, and camera angles. You are an inspiration to all of us!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Lovely to hear that, thanks for watching

  • @donnab9015
    @donnab9015 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your dinner looks scrumptious 😋

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@donnab9015 it was pretty good! I have been crazing it, and still have all the ingredients…I guess I know what’s for dinner tomorrow. I added the recipe in the video description if you want to try for yourself

  • @JenksandMatilda
    @JenksandMatilda 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You are such an inspiration and so glad we found your channel! Love your videos. Keep shining, your amazing ❤

  • @ilind2021
    @ilind2021 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Happy I found your ch with Bob you are the most awesome young lady. Everything you do is amazing 😊❤ Be safe always

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you kindly, and I’m very cautious on the road. Ok except that time I picked up a bike packer 🤫

  • @Latter-day_Artist
    @Latter-day_Artist 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I feel like it's so easy to take things for granted, like being able to go into a FedEx. You face challenges with grace. Nice perspective shift on the snowy weather! Levi

  • @samanthaspeaks4206
    @samanthaspeaks4206 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hopefully your algorithm puts you on more people's recommendations! Girl you rock!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That’s such a neat thing to say, thank you!!

    • @bishopkinlyside8477
      @bishopkinlyside8477 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi Lisa, I’ve been watching your videos off and on and you’re really encouraging for others specially for us that are in wheelchairs. I lost my right leg above the knee in a truck accident 2018. It really doesn’t stop you from doing stuff but it’s just a bit harder and you have to think a little bit about it And the hardest thing for me is the ask for help and I know that is pretty stupid but I was a pretty independent person before my truck accident anyway thank you for the encouragement I really like motorhome life and I don’t know which way to go either. Buy a four-wheel-drive with the caravan or just buy a motorhomeanyway keep up the good work love and appreciate from for you Cliff from Australia

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@bishopkinlyside8477 I’ve always struggled with asking for help but I’m getting better at it! I hope you find the rig of your dreams!

  • @RovelynLorenzo
    @RovelynLorenzo หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You are an inspiration ❤ keep making great videos and always take care of yourself ❤ ❤❤

  • @carolxavier4388
    @carolxavier4388 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yummy meal. Looked delicious!!

  • @chrystalc
    @chrystalc 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    God bless!

  • @jc142
    @jc142 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful video. Must be so timeconsuming setting up the shots. really enjoyed the video. thank you. very calming for me.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@jc142 it sure does take extra time…I made sure I ate while the food was warm for this video though! I’m really tempted to get a drone that will just follow me around ha ha

    • @jc142
      @jc142 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@Keepinitwheel306hahaha

  • @nereidgreen6653
    @nereidgreen6653 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very beautiful and poetic.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@nereidgreen6653 something about the tranquil snow brought out that side in me 😂

  • @josephmorgan3715
    @josephmorgan3715 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Glad you made it safely to Canada! Now you can show us Canada!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@josephmorgan3715 I’ll do my best!

  • @shannonweatherill5290
    @shannonweatherill5290 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You stayed five days to go over those trails! I love rain and cozy places but even I would have bailed at 3 days. You have persistence!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@shannonweatherill5290 I definitely had cabin or “van fever” by day 5….I probably should’ve been smarter and left on day 3

  • @rockfortep1448
    @rockfortep1448 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The beautiful nature of Canada and the calm serenity of thought for a person is a relaxation - filling the body with fresh forces . Lisa, you are the author of the channel. Traveling through picturesque places, you are looking for a lot of vivid impressions leaving the hustle and bustle of big cities. This is your business, it is easy for you to find harmony and spiritual joy with it. I am interested in watching your channel from Russia. Canada and Russia are very close in terms of territory and climate. I have subscribed to your channel, if you are reading my comment, please write your answer.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for the sub!! I hope you’re able to leave the hustle and bustle of big cities now and then too.

  • @ttullis1
    @ttullis1 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Huge respect.

  • @ellerybice3787
    @ellerybice3787 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Right, one of those issues that I never considered.
    Well, consider what life would be like without the wheel itself, modifying the wheel or a round object is so useful in our world of transportation and our millions of moving mechanisms.
    God Bless!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ellerybice3787 indeed, my wheelchair is an amazing piece of equipment that lets me live my life.

  • @Alexandra-lo5iw
    @Alexandra-lo5iw 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am impressed. Love from Denmark.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Appreciate you stopping by 🙌

  • @conniefox8044
    @conniefox8044 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a beautiful spot! That dish looked great! Wow, you're inspiring me to do this RVing too! Thank you.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@conniefox8044 thanks for watching 🙂

  • @FooockinWaySheGoes
    @FooockinWaySheGoes 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I want to cry. You are an inspiration and motivation for life. I wish you all the best and lots of health. If I ever meet you on the road, I will cook dinner and I can even repair your car. Greetings from Poland. 🍀💫

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Oh wow, a person of many talents! I’ll definitely take you up on that thank you🙏🏼

  • @jimcooper4098
    @jimcooper4098 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Lisa hope u are doing well this morning

  • @kyle0091000
    @kyle0091000 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As a Canadian, I don’t think I can ever live without the cold - rather take the cold over the heat any day.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I can also deal with cold, at least you can dress for it. But as I described in the video, snow is a huge barrier for my wheelchair. Sometimes I couldn’t even get out my front door or push through a parking lot to get groceries. I’m glad I’ve found a way to avoid snow for the most part.

  • @mountainstream8351
    @mountainstream8351 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    That does look peaceful. I don't blame you for wanting to get out of the city. I'm the same way. I can't stand being in a city.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@mountainstream8351 one gets spoiled being out in nature, it’s so hard to face city life after those beautiful camps spots. I hope you can avoid cities as much as possible :)

  • @rakeshbarua5789
    @rakeshbarua5789 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Keep it up....

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@rakeshbarua5789 thanks!! I intend to 😀

    • @rakeshbarua5789
      @rakeshbarua5789 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 always wellcome

  • @stateweapon
    @stateweapon 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I envy you for the snow because, in my entire life, I only experienced snow once, when I was 8 years old, and I don't quite remember it. I love you video from Morocco

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you! Snow can be enjoyable, but when you have to live with it for decades the appeal can wear off lol

    • @stateweapon
      @stateweapon 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Keepinitwheel306 Yeah, that happens with everything in life.

  • @elizzbethjiminez4817
    @elizzbethjiminez4817 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's been a while since I watched your videos.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@elizzbethjiminez4817 I maybe partially to blame since I’m slow at editing. Now that I’m not driving as much and have free time I’ll be pumping out videos more frequently.

  • @karinagomez9831
    @karinagomez9831 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I'm so happy I found your channel. You are amazing. I often limit myself by thinking I can't do that, no more! I'm going to start taking life by the horns! I'm def a new fan ❤🎉

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Whoop whoop!! I love to receive comments like yours. Get after it 🙌🙌

  • @Celeste0415
    @Celeste0415 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @marcbloch1963
    @marcbloch1963 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love this border crossing; never had any issues there when coming back to 🇨🇦 after 6 months of 🇺🇸.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Amazing! I’ve never been hassled at a border but that crossing was the slickest by far.

  • @falconxvid
    @falconxvid หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just wow, hopefully you know that you are helping thousand out there to live their life as they want it to be

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@falconxvid thank you! I’m just trying to pay it forward for those that have helped me 😀

  • @lynnwilliams7875
    @lynnwilliams7875 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you for this video. I too am handicapped, but I can’t drive. You’re an inspiration.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@lynnwilliams7875 I hope you can find another way to explore and push your limits, if that’s what you desire.

    • @lynnwilliams7875
      @lynnwilliams7875 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@Keepinitwheel306 I had a companion and we converted a Chevy 3500 15 passenger van into a campervan. Saw the USA 2x. I had to let him go, as I settled back into my hometown, now in my 3rd year of fighting ovarian cancer. I’m Irish strong & I’m a scrapper. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. I’ll get back there.

  • @elizzbethjiminez4817
    @elizzbethjiminez4817 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That's going to be a nice dish I can't wait to see it.

  • @chantsmantrasandrelaxation5079
    @chantsmantrasandrelaxation5079 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a beautiful location. The snow is wonderful, especially if you know you can get out of it and get warm, dry and comfortable. I'll ignore the access hiccup and call it a wonderful experience. Thanks for sharing.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@chantsmantrasandrelaxation5079 it certainly was wonderful! Well, until my water line froze the second night 😅

    • @chantsmantrasandrelaxation5079
      @chantsmantrasandrelaxation5079 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 Australian response: bugger! I live in a part of Aus where we actually get to below freezing temps overnight - so, lately my support worker (am) was complaining about the water pressure...and as it seems fine in the afternoon and evening I think I've finally figured out that it's probably because the pipes have frozen overnight and just need a bit more time to defrost/thaw. What do you do in the van?

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@chantsmantrasandrelaxation5079 I just avoid cold temps 😝 But I usually set an alarm for the middle of the night to run the line so it doesn’t freeze. I misjudged how cold it was that week and it was already frozen.

  • @DP-xb4lp
    @DP-xb4lp 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You really have given me inspiration for my upcoming UK caravan mission trip in 2026. Thank you and God bless. 🙏🇰🇾🌺

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@DP-xb4lp that’s so cool to hear, thanks for sharing

  • @airforcevet6114
    @airforcevet6114 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You’re amazing and I love watching your videos ❤❤

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@airforcevet6114 thanks for watching!

  • @paula.jackson5463
    @paula.jackson5463 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Well i am in ontario, and would take SK hands down over this hell hole! Was raised in Thompson MB, winter was winter.......but spring always came.....

  • @coreysimon8321
    @coreysimon8321 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You're simply amazing. 😊❤

  • @user-im5tk5te5c
    @user-im5tk5te5c หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wish you the best of everything wherever u r .

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@user-im5tk5te5c thank you! Currently enjoying the first summer-like weekend back in Saskatchewan.

    • @user-im5tk5te5c
      @user-im5tk5te5c หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 oh yeah, that's good to know. Well at least your enjoying it. I think that's really interesting. I like the noodle dish you made.

  • @Linda-xb5ol
    @Linda-xb5ol 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I know everything you are saying about winter. I love my winters it’s so beautiful ❤❤❤ but now that I have disabilities and use a power chair myself it’s not fun when it’s -35 and even colder with the wind chill 😂😂😂❤❤

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Winter = hibernation for those of us with mobility devices. I hope you find a way to manage!

  • @MiguelLopez-ci5ec
    @MiguelLopez-ci5ec 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Saw your video from cheapRVliving and that lead me to your channel, you do have one more follower from Spain now.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Welcome! Is there anything specific you’d like me to cover in a video?

    • @MiguelLopez-ci5ec
      @MiguelLopez-ci5ec วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 Nothing in particular, just keep doing what you do, more than enough for me!!

  • @timwheel8466
    @timwheel8466 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Been following you for a while now and I'm inspired by your outlook. You are an amazing person. Love your channel name too, suits mine. All the best from Western Australia 🇦🇺 🇦🇺

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@timwheel8466 ah, another wheelie great name?! Ok, I’ll show myself out the door for that lame one.

  • @havayorkie
    @havayorkie หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Canada is the best, but it does get so cold and snowy.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@havayorkie indeed. I typically can avoid the snow but that week was exceptionally cold and caught me by surprise.

    • @havayorkie
      @havayorkie หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I’m not sure what month you got back to Canada, but it’s not snowing in almost July. lol. Although it has been a very chilly spring and summer in Alberta.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@havayorkie I’m a little behind with my editing…it was filmed about 5 weeks ago

    • @havayorkie
      @havayorkie หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Keepinitwheel306 I figured. Hope you find some nice warm weather!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@havayorkie it’s been a cold spring where I am but we finally hit 20C this week 😍

  • @theponcholady10
    @theponcholady10 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Looks like quite a few of us are here checking out your channel since your interview with Bob...I'll have to binge watch to get caught up.
    I will say its hard to believe Fedex didnt have wheel chair access..time for them to make some changes.
    Well off to watch more of your past travels and adventures. Oh ya im a new subscriber 😊

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      A week later I ran into another inaccessible FedEx. Canada needs to adopt our own ADA!!
      And yes, about 1,500 new subscribers since the interview with Bob uploaded yesterday! He has amazing reach. Thanks for being here and happy binging.

  • @Bless3dUnstress3d
    @Bless3dUnstress3d หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    BE BLESSED 🛐

  • @melissateebarnes8826
    @melissateebarnes8826 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I didn’t know Canadians were only allowed to be in the us for 180 days. I didn’t know there were even limits 😮

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@melissateebarnes8826 it’s true! We don’t have to apply for a VISA but they do keep track of the number of days at the border crossings. I’m glad I can get away for the winter but I’d love to explore the US in the summer too

    • @melissateebarnes8826
      @melissateebarnes8826 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 so you’d have to do some detailed planning to see part of the winter and part of the summer in the US. Or spread out your visit over a couple of years. I guess you are gonna have to come back next year to see us in the summer

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@melissateebarnes8826 either that or get married to an American so I can stay permanently 😂😂
      I think I’ll still stick to winters in the US since there are more options for snow-free travel than what Canada offers.

    • @melissateebarnes8826
      @melissateebarnes8826 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @youdontwanttoknow5203
    @youdontwanttoknow5203 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    WOW....only 180 days....you would have to choose your 180 wisely. Still, when one is stuck in a sticks and bricks one has no choice but to take what's thrown at us. Iowa can have 6 mo. of winter. We've had snow in May before and it starts in October more often than not now. They talk about warming, but that's not what it's doing here. If anything it's cooling. I don't like getting snow 3 times in October with no way to get away from it. Too old for ice and snow.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@youdontwanttoknow5203 I never would have thought 180 days would be too short of time in the US, my first trip was 14 days 😂

    • @youdontwanttoknow5203
      @youdontwanttoknow5203 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel30614 days would certainly make me want more - I'm glad you have the means to get to warmer places when you need to in order to escape the brutal winters. What you're doing is awesome - providing advice to make the outdoors more accessible🥰😇

  • @Twelvestonestacking
    @Twelvestonestacking 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Goodonyas...go get'm tiger!

  • @DisabledandPrepping
    @DisabledandPrepping หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can totally understand not wanting to be stuck inside during the winter. One of the things my dystonia is triggered by is cold. So I'm stuck inside 6-8 months out of the year. And I agree, it is definitely not fun.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@DisabledandPrepping I did 38 years of winters…I’m glad I found a way out of that! I hope you do too.

  • @targetedminnesota9369
    @targetedminnesota9369 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Y I u are beatoful soul

  • @stevenhartley7659
    @stevenhartley7659 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Rain....what rain....LOL

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My campsite was so muddy I barely left the van haha

  • @Madstty1107
    @Madstty1107 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤

  • @insanity6829
    @insanity6829 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Get to know Jeffie Bear up in Canada !! You and he have a lot in common

  • @slf994
    @slf994 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Time to come back to California.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@slf994 I’d be there in a heartbeat if I had the VISA days. I have to be out of the USA for 6 months to let it reset.

  • @Mel.H_
    @Mel.H_ 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Put a friggin call box outside Holy crap. I'm sorry that office really had me 😲😳

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      A week later I had the same scenario at a second FedEx in BC. So disappointing in this day!

    • @Mel.H_
      @Mel.H_ 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @Keepinitwheel306 maybe it's because I'm American that this is really shocking to me! I went thru an ADA assessment for opening a new hotel, and I learned a lot. Having a Disability Act is so important (sorry, I don't really know anything about Canadian Laws) It's just so shocking to see, like you said it's 2024!!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Canada doesn’t have a disability act yet but it is in the works. I really hope it helps but I’m not getting my hopes up too high.

    • @Mel.H_
      @Mel.H_ 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @Keepinitwheel306 brand new to your channel and I apologize for opening with a rant lol got a new follower here😁

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      No apology needed! I’m glad someone else was also frustrated with FedEx

  • @angelinasouren
    @angelinasouren หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm jealous! I want to be Canadian now. 🤣 Okay I will watch the rest of the video now. 🙏🏻😎
    Seriously, isn't it sad how we have divided the earth in all these areas - which has resulted in severe desertification in some parts of the world - and turned it all into a circus.
    (I was born into a tiny country that is not my home.)
    Subbed instantly, btw. I'm a sucker for strong and independent people. ❤ Sorry if that sounds bad. Forgive me. I'm more than halfway through a bottle of Merlot and had a phone call with a vindictive, smallminded civil servant today. I hung up.
    Later: You made my world whole today. Thank you. 🙏🏻 I needed that.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@angelinasouren if you’re American, you can do the same thing as me. 6 months in each country haha

    • @angelinasouren
      @angelinasouren หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​​@@Keepinitwheel306hey, I'm Dutch but I have lived in the US and the UK. I know what you mean and am looking into it. Sort of. 😊
      (Oh, frrrrreedom!)
      Would like to get something going where I can stay 3 to 5 months in countries. I just spent more years in one place (which was a place in the UK) than I had ever done before except when I was a child. I've now been in another place and country for a year and it feels like a thousand years... The other place was better ( I just never knew that there is a lottery of ugliness everywhere). I never thought I would say that. Life's strange.

    • @angelinasouren
      @angelinasouren หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Keepinitwheel306 btw, it's against the law in my tiny country to sleep in a vehicle unless on a paid campsite

  • @53goforit
    @53goforit 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    😅❤

  • @user-zu7gk9ol9f
    @user-zu7gk9ol9f 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m curious about your trail assessment: who do you do that through? I live in southeastern us and would love to improve the trails in my area! Thanks!!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@user-zu7gk9ol9f that work has been through two different entities…one called AccessNow, which focuses on crowd sourcing accessibility information. And the other is the Trans Canada Trail, which has trail systems all across Canada

    • @user-zu7gk9ol9f
      @user-zu7gk9ol9f 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you!

  • @matthiaswilhelm9813
    @matthiaswilhelm9813 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Winter ist Bullshit.Carbattery gets Low! Fahr eine 2te Autobatterie mit Stadtkabel spazieren!!!

  • @53goforit
    @53goforit 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Them border guys or so nosy,they do not need to know where you been.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I think he was just trying to see if I’d slip up on my story since he asked it twice. Oh well, I have nothing to hide.

  • @Madstty1107
    @Madstty1107 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    hi❤❤

  • @leglessnotlifeless
    @leglessnotlifeless หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm a full-time wheelchair user and would like to know the name of the lift you use to get in and out of the van please.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@leglessnotlifeless it’s called a Superarm. It’s so much better than a platform lift.

  • @ellerybice3787
    @ellerybice3787 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Find an eskimo of a cold weather tutor.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ellerybice3787 I can handle the cold, but my wheelchair does not go through piled up snow

  • @dennismuha
    @dennismuha 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just went to Vancouver (first ever visit to Canada as an adult) and found the accessibility there to be slightly worse than the US (I live in Los Angeles). This surprised me as I had expected Canada to be even further advanced in accessibility than the US. I am curious, as someone who has spent significant time in both countries, what you think in terms of accessibility in the US vs Canada. By the way I absolutely loved Vancouver and can't wait to go back, as well as visit some others parts of Canada!

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Canada does not have the ADA, which means we only rely on building codes for accessibility guidelines - which are mediocre and there isn’t really a method of checking to see if businesses etc are complying unless you file a Human Rights Complaint. This is lengthy and draining.
      So to answer your question - it very much depends on the region. Bigger cities in Canada are pretty decent but small towns completely lack access. There’s a reason I go to California each winter …it’s the best place I’ve encountered.

    • @dennismuha
      @dennismuha 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Keepinitwheel306 Thanks for getting back to me and sharing your perspective! That makes total sense - I didn't realize that Canada didn't have an ADA equivalent. BTW I really enjoy your channel and watching your adventures!

  • @allmarkproductions5613
    @allmarkproductions5613 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    😊 I trust you have sufficient support in Canada but 😊 I do have a camp in New Brunswick if difficulties regarding housing I live in Massachusetts my heart is in Canada I paid the taxes for the year you can assume the rent is paid! I'm not real good with this digital world so please be patient if you need me to send the troops! Warm wishes you're right on schedule

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@allmarkproductions5613 ah amazing! I haven’t ventured to the East Coast in my van yet (just flights), perhaps in a few years.

  • @michi2966
    @michi2966 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    wow, respect! How can you finance your lifestyle?

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I have passive income from rental property and I’m able to do remote presentations while I’m away in the winter.

  • @barbaraflaherty7455
    @barbaraflaherty7455 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was wondering if you ever have any problems getting gas.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      not really! I use full service stations when they’re available but for the most part getting gas is seamless. Once or twice I have encountered a pump that was on a curb and set back a bit but besides requiring a stretch to reach the handle it was ok

  • @rondick6108
    @rondick6108 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You should get a dual Citizenship then you could go down warmer weather whenever you need to

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Unfortunately I don’t qualify for one unless I were to marry an American or have an employer sponsor me.

  • @a_d_a_t
    @a_d_a_t 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    👍🫰

  • @glenkemp2071
    @glenkemp2071 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Great inspiration for people in wheelchair may JEHOVAH give you strength and endurance God bless

  • @matthiaswilhelm9813
    @matthiaswilhelm9813 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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  • @jayjones1567
    @jayjones1567 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would like to know more about you if that's ok with me asking and get to know you if that's ok just asking

  • @freesoul3371
    @freesoul3371 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Living in a van sucks.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@freesoul3371 it’s not for everyone. I do hope that wasn’t the message that you took from my video. My opinion is that Vanlife rocks.

    • @freesoul3371
      @freesoul3371 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Keepinitwheel306 I have been a T-12 SCI since 1981. I have owned vans since the 1980's due to desire to flyfish. Lived in a van for some 5 months up in Alaska drove all over AK up from Santa Barbara, Ca after undergraduate B.A. Been all over the western U.S. flyfishing California, Nevada, Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Montana. Currently have a 2010 GMC Savana awd van that I bought new and converted insulated the walls, put in windows on both sides, Sportsmobile Fresno did the windows. I remote camp at lakes to flyfish 99% of the time. It is a means to an end as it gets me flyfishing as does my kayak. Currently based out of Reno/Truckee/Tahoe and flyfish NorCal area lakes from a few days to a few weeks. Living full time in a van sucks. I am talking about a basic van with no amenities not an rv/sprinter with full amenities, such as set up sink/stove/shower/toilet/ roof ac and heating/refrigerator/freezer. Having to deal with the heat is brutal in the summer. It is 105 right now in Reno, NV. Even at Lake Tahoe at 6000 feet you are roasting. I flyfish Davis Lake all over Tahoe area....even at 80 degrees lake side you are broiling inside a van and mine is set up with flip out windows in the back, windows with screens on the side, cargo door wide open and driver and passenger windows rolled down for maximum air flow .....you are roasting. In the winter it is the reverse. You just can't escape the elements freezing in the winter roasting in the summer stuck in a little box confined spaced. Then there is dealing with a porta potty having to find a place to dump it. That means either going to a camp ground and going into a nasty smelly out house and dumping or dumping it where ever anywhere. Then the issue of parking. Camp sites can charge $$$$$ $30+ a night....so you aren't saving money. It gets very boring at times even if you are at the nicest place. You are alone. No relationships. You stay at camp grounds and that sucks in various ways. People right next to you. No shower in a van? Showering outside when it is freezing? Trying to maintain cleanliness and hygiene. Shaving/ washing hair. I go 3-4-5 days in the winter and after that short time I am craving a hot shower and a shave. I get home and that 30+ minute hot shower is sooooo good washing off the stink. It is so cramped and lacks storage space. No fridge? You have to buy ice constantly and you have to go to grocery stores every 5-7 days or so and pack up and move your campsite. Diet is impacted negatively. I don't like compromising my diet. I need fresh veggies not canned. Cooking you have to break out the coleman stove or bbq. Cooking inside in the summer heat stinks and outside in the winter it stinks. So you always need a camp site you can work around that. Also, Work/job/resume career impacts. Personal relationship impacts. I can go on and on about how it sucks. Once again I am talking about a van with little to no amenities. An RV with full amenities is a different story. But as you said it isn't for everyone and to each their own. Me...I like my van for short trips up to a month max but after that I am all to happy to get home to my bed, heating and a/c and hot shower/bath.

  • @catherinehorvath864
    @catherinehorvath864 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Not six months of winter, you’re exaggerating a bit.

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@catherinehorvath864 in Saskatchewan, we can get snow in October and it will last till the end of April easily, often into May

  • @luismoreno7242
    @luismoreno7242 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Please, don't forget about the Lord Jesus Christ!!!❤

  • @franklinpayero3007
    @franklinpayero3007 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    No boyfriend?

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I either have zero boyfriends…or many. I’ll let you guess at that haha

  • @clegsta42
    @clegsta42 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My problems and struggles in life pail into insignificance after watching your amazing video. What an inspiration and also a great recipe I will follow for sure. TC x

    • @Keepinitwheel306
      @Keepinitwheel306  18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We all have things to overcome, no need to compare but thanks for recognizing some of the things I face 🙂

  • @lookoutpath6520
    @lookoutpath6520 5 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    👍 I'm very tired of the Canadian Winters! Being a snowbird is in my future! But - that border crossing! - only pretty women get off that Easy! Lol!