If you're ever stranded in deep snow, make sure you clear a path from your exhaust pipe to allow the exhaust to reach open air before you run your car to stay warm. You cannot smell carbon monoxide and if the path is blocked by deep snow that gas will enter your car and kill you. That exact thing happened a few years ago when a group of twenty something's were stranded at a ski resort and fell asleep in the car with the heater going. Unfortunately not one of them woke up. The car, and the exhaust pipe were buried under deep snow.
@@TheSighphiguy I mean teslas doesnt seem to have problems in sub zero temperatures. They can preheat the battery before charging and also u can preheat the cabin from the app before u go into the car.
@@megapet777 Tell me your a fanboy of Elon and EV without telling me you are a fanboy. ALL EV AND I MEAN ALL OF THEM lose insane range when its cold, from 40% to 70% range reduction. Also if you just think about the logic, yes you can preheat a battery, but the problem is that it most never be cold, that means you would have to run a 24/7 heater on the batteries inorder for them not to lose range (which they then would because you are running a heater all day).
Words of advice, you can tarp your windshield when it’s snowing like that so all you have to do when you wake up is pull the tarp off with all the accumulated snow. So you dont have to shovel everything off.
It's 03.30am here and I'm in bed with my very toasty electric blanket on and my log fire is still blasting out heat, I can hear the Arctic wind howling outside oh and it's -34° at the moment here in Svalbard and the snow is falling down quite heavy .....how did I become so blessed.....OK back to sleep now.🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Mythology says it gets warmer again when you get closer to the north pole... I'm guessing you haven't experienced that? There is obviously something like Atlantas at the north pole. I would bet there are pyramids
I’d be terrified to do this all by myself. I’d be scared id get stuck in the snow and I’d be unable to get out. Hats off to all the van lifers who do this in colder climates.
Its not only with snow, I do much car travel during my holidays, and already took my "rather-not-so-offroad-capable" BMW on some sketchy roads here there (not intentionally i am always careful, but you rely on the GPS in unknown areas and sometimes it happens) One time this was in eastern europe, in some woods at night with proper blair witch feeling, and the road kept getting worse. Then its not the question will I make it out without the embarassment needing roadside assistance but - "who and if will come for assistance around here if I called ?" 😂 - sure was a adrenaline trip until finding the way out. Even in western europe, travel can be "adventurous" I was chilling on some Highway resting area as feeling tired, when a police man suddenly appeared, knocked on the window and asked me to continue "for my own safety". So I am less afraid of the nature, rather of the weirdos running around.
You have not seen setup like this cause you are fool. I see every single hour setups like this and more important than that. Can i have word with your mother immediately.
we lived in Canada and we had some strikt rules for the winter:among other things, never leave the house without a full tank of gas,chains, extra warm cloths, water and hot water in a thermos and a cooler with food. It served us well in many different ways.
I lived in Nova Scotia on the South Coast as a kid. In addition to your list, we also never went out without kitty litter (for traction) and a shovel in the winter. I still always have at least food and water in the car even in the summer. Even though, I now live in the city!
A tip: the night before drive back and forth 3 or 4 times through the snow making tracks. Even if it snows more at night you will still have a way higher chance of making it out in the AM.
It's really a horrible period there I feel for victims that can't go out to work and most expeccially the truck driver's. Greetings from Miami hope you're good and stay worm
Impressed at the fact you were prepared with the chains, knew how to use them, and made a point to mention you'd clear the roof before driving the main road. Great setup, great editing, cool drone work. Subscribed for more!
Won't even lie. At a lot of angles you show in the van. I can't even tell it's inside a van. It is such a cozy homey setup and I love it. I'd probably end up watching the snow build up from the driver's seat
I mean, you’d have to take off loads of snow from the wheels and it’ll take HOURS, also, the home has only a bit of food as the freezer would be too small and the food runs out. Also, it’d be scary to sleep alone in the midle of a forest where wild animals live, the door doesnt have key so anyone could enter
Not sure if this will be a helpful tip, but if you want to avoid having to walk and find a bathroom, especially at night and in snowy/bad weather, bring along a 5 gallon bucket to use as a toilet. You can use a pool noodle as a ‘seat’…and Amazon even sells toilet seats that actually fit on 5 gallon buckets. Throw in a trash bag and kitty litter inside the bag and it’s an instant toilet. Not ideal but saves you the hassle of having to leave your nice warm van on a cold, snowy or rainy night and any possible dangers there may be out there. Stay safe and loved your video.
I did that for 4 years in the colorado rockies. Loved every minute of it. Storms gave me a chance to rest, to sit in one spot for a couple days, and I enjoyed shoveling the snow. Alot, I made paths and stairs for fun. I made snow shelters for my generator, and I had propane , internet, and dvds. So all was lovely, 75-80 degrees in the van😊And I skied most every day, so I was thankful for those rests..
@@taotzu1339 Im not sure what office you mean. My office is wherever I am. Im a lowly messenger slave owned and operated by our creators. After 4 years in the van, I switched to a sail boat. I was tired of being hassled by cops and game wardens - so I switched to a boat to get away from them. So now my office is the pacific ocean, hawaii. Headed to baha in march, most likely😊
I live in the Rockies...Been here for 10 years, pretty sure ill die here. I liked moving round the country and was planning on moving again, but not any more. The land and even the weather is almost perfect.
@@cannaventureseeds2909 Yeah, I loved it too. I just got tired of being hassled by rangers and cops. Plus I saw that bad stuff was gonna start happening in the us, and I was right. I got me a nice 1968 ericson30' sailing sloop and fixed it up out here in Hawaii , on oahu. Now I left oahu and I been sailing around the islands about 5 months now. Im on maui right now. ITS SUPER NICE WEATHER OUT HERE! 80-90 degrees year round😊 Im probably gonna head to baha in a few months. I got a sail boat so that when the famines and economic crash happen, and the world govs come crumbling down. I can get away from it all and live off seafood 🦞 Cuz my friend, the world is gonna go to hell in a hand basket soon. War, famine, and unatural natural disasters are looming , and the final judgments of the civy lies nations and religions, and of all mankind left alive , are upon us now. As Im sure you may already have noticed.
Be safe when walking on those trails to take a quick peek at the sights, something could go very wrong I’d suggest bringing a little pack just of survival things if you ever find yourself in a dangerous situation.. one slip and fall could get you in trouble especially if you can’t make it back up to safety..
Waterfall in that frozen landscape was like a revelation - the sound of the cataract haunted me like a passion (Coleridge?). This film is one of the reasons why TH-cam is replacing television in many people's lives. A daring and enterprising man,
I was caught in a huge snow storm in my husband’s car in the mountains of British Columbia on my way from Alaska to Seattle. I. Loved. Every. Minute. Of. It. Sleeping overnight. Digging myself out. Have done that trip solo twice. And I’m British🇬🇧so completely out of my depth you’d imagine 🤣Am always prepared & travelling as a lone woman am always super aware of my surroundings & keep in regular contact with home. What an adventure. Love this vid ❄️
@ As I mention, I am always aware of my surroundings and prepared. Definitely plan ahead and be careful whether you’re a man or a woman. When you’re in extremely remote areas you need to respect that and be prepared! 😊
That bed is amazing 😍 For snow: it might be useful to cover the front windshield before it starts snowing, park closer to the road and install an expandable "roof" above your entry door to keep away the snow. Lucky and safe travels for you, great video, thanks for sharing 😊👍🙏
I'm from Montana and lived for years in North Dakota too and I would never even think of driving in weather like that without a 4WD or AWD vehicle. Glad your adventure worked out for you. Stay safe man!
That snow is different than the powder in North Dakota (born and raised in the Oregon Cascades, currently living in Williston ND) It's a heavy wet snow usually and much more dense than powder and much more difficult (usually) do drive through than dry snow.
Michigan is a cooler state. We got two states in one. One is a peninsula almost 360° surrounded in water, the other is a land bridge covered in forest. The top of the mitten is covered in forest. The bottom has farmlands and several big cities... It's a winter and a water state. Twin state.
I grew up in Maine, I used to drive my little Hyundai Accent front wheel drive in the snow with studded snow tires to and from work for a few years before moving away. I remember driving to work in a blizzard through 1 foot high snow drifts to find out they had closed the office that day due to the weather. Front wheel drive works well in the snow because the weight of the engine helps you get traction, just have to take it slow and be careful.
I actually lived in Portland, Oregon for almost a decade and Ann Arbor, Michigan for 4 years, so I've driven in all kinds of weird weather. I think I'll retire somewhere that doesn't snow (if I can afford it). Belize, here I come!
Nature's sounds have a therapeutic quality that soothes the soul and calms the mind. Whether it's the rhythmic crashing of ocean waves or the distant call of a lone wolf, each sound carries with it a sense of peace and grounding
I’m watching this in my home in Pennsylvania. The temperature was 99° today and with the humidity it felt like 110°!! I love the winter, and I have watched this video several times since it was first posted. I crave winter and snow! I love this video. I thoroughly enjoyed this video!!! Beautiful van and I am happy for you.
From my experience, as long as your front tires are turned in either direction, you’re not going anywhere. Plan it out so you can get going and build up a little speed first, then you can turn the tires. You should plan ahead when you park for the night to be able to do this the next day or whenever you leave. Hope this helps you and I really like your van and the way it’s set up. Have fun out there!
Yep, I was thinking the same thing about the tires being turned. They have to be straight in order to gain traction. I am from Buffalo, NY-the land of snow and this is common knowledge there. I live in the South now and I enjoyed watching the vid and the beautiful look of the snow especially after the sun came out. You are very brave to go it alone. Glad you had fun!
Was about to just say it, never turn your front wheels before you actually move, especially in snow. While van is not truck it's much havier then regular car, beside making it a lot harder to move in snow even on dry pavement turning in place puts heavy strain on everything that's connected to front wheels, in have vehicle it can even ruin front tires. Always move first then turn if you drive anything other then passenger car.
I love how your able to stay in a cozy van like this in the snow. Obviously nobody would bother you there. I might add a mini wood stove as backup to this setup. I think I would enjoy this. For food, one pot meals are nice maybe red thai curry noodles with shrimp? Beautiful!
I would love doing that! I drive an eighteen wheeler and love it when it gets stormy and I get parked in a safe place,staying in the truck is pretty much like being in a small camper. The wind rocks the cab back and forth all night while im nice and warm and toasty in my bed!!😊
@@chainmailunderwearthey've done studies, we sleep better in lower temps. In some countries like Norway, they actually let their infants nap in strollers outside bundled up in the cold! Prob explains why I leave my AC on to sleep even in the winter 😂
As the proud daughter of s long haul daughter, I absolutely love to see trucks at the truck stop on a snowy night. There's a peace that I feel. It's snowing like crazy, interstate 5 is backed up due to a collision. And the trucks are at the truck stop resting. Peace of God be with our truckers and their semi's. I see a semi, I pray a fence of angels around them.
The way you constructed the inside of the van looks luxurious. You did a good job transforming it into a very nice tiny house.You’re out of your mind camping in a heavy snow.That’s dangerous.
You could make Chili or stews. Chicken cacciatore or parm. omelets, pancakes, shrimp scampi, pan pizza, Alfredo pasta with seafood. You can make a roast on the fire or a roast chicken if you get a covered cast iron pot. Steaks can be cooked so many ways also
I am from Southern California and used to live up in yhe mountains for 2-1/2 years. Broke my leg. Huge snow storms, ice, stranded in my apartment for days, fire evactuation. Never again will I live in the snow. Beautiful to look at, but dangerous to live in. Now live in a nice, non snowy city.
Big MAV fan here but dude, your drone shots are no joke. I like the duality of the casual vlog style and then the amazing sights of the drone. Keep up the good work!
2:54 I love the view very much. I can’t believe u placed ur camera there then pop out of of no where. I can’t wait to do is! I’m only 19 and how I’ll love to teach my kids and grandchildren about my life in my years❤
You need to build a small convenient “wet bath” so you don’t freeze when using the facilities + washing room; Also (if possible), add solar panels on the roof of your van-it can help with extra energy usage
I love the low blue light you got around the bed so relaxing and overall that's the coolest van I ever seen. You just know how to deal with snow and I'd love to see more of that content, I learn from it so much too. Great editing, amazing views and 1 delicious meal man..
@@epictetus175 yeah of course. No I meant only for relaxing purposes. I can't take even a little light when going to sleep i need a pitch black environment
It looks amazing. We were snowed in our campervan in Germany together. In the morning it looked beautiful on a lake close by .There was a bakery with an outdoor oven cooking scrumptious onion bread 😎 It was an amazing experience
You're living my dream life. The joy on your face expressing all the beauty around you is just priceless. Thank you for taking your time and uploading your content. Well needed during these crazy and weird times.
From a Canadian that just shoveled over 2 feet of snow from driveway and half city snowed in. Glad you got out okay, but this can be really dangerous. Dont know if you've got the extreme tempertures we have, but if your battery dies or you have car trouble which can happen even in new car this kind of stuff can get real risky, especially if no one is coming or can come get you for a while. Glad it turned out ok.
This is my dream! We grew up going snow hiking. People thought we were nuts! But it is an experience like no other. With the salmon you throw a little bit of salmon seasoning from Costco it is killer. It has just a touch of dill in it. Masks any "fishy" taste. Keep living our dreams!
You know how many people would have just stayed and enjoyed the quiet from the snowfall just dropping down on your back and just chilling there with all the fresh snow 🌨️ being a sound insulator
As someone who lives in Northern Minnesota and has experienced lots of deep snow driving, I got lots of anxiety watching you try and drive out of the snow! Great video!
Especially in a 2WD van.They are the WORST vehicle to drive in the snow-PERIOD.I own a full sized GMC with AWD and it’s a game changer.Had 3 of the actually-all ordered new. I believe Ford has AWD too-a new feature to those Transits,within the last few years.
I came here to say the same, as a Quebecer😅 oh the first second I saw his steering wheel behaving like that, my butt clenched!! Studded tires wouldn't be a luxury
You are lucky to find a RR open, here in Maine our Governor & the Highway Department think that all the travelers should plug their lower orifices. Today it is November 3, 2023, the highway department has taken down the Rest Stop Signs & Boarded the RR (they did it on October 3rd). Real snow is months away but that does not matter to the Guardians of the Rest Stops. By the way how do you keep the cooking smell out, in my house the kitchen, dinning area & the living space is 25'x25', any heavy duty cooking is always done before 1.00 pm, exhaust fan runs & the bed rooms and bath room doors are kept closed during cooking. I would not like to take a shower & dry myself with a fish smelling towel.
I would love to do this one day. Traveling is something I think we all love to do, and it would be nice to go wherever and not really have to worry about having a place to stay ❤️Love it!
That's why it's always good to have survival kits inside your car not only towards but water candles matches etc and an extra battery and cell phone and these things should be in your car every time you're going to take a trip or vacation because you never know what can happen you always have to be ready especially if you have children
I am exactly the same ...Kudos to him but things can so quickly go wrong in places like that. Don't mind snow and cold but the added remoteness (or it looks remote) is something as a female solo van lifer I won't be doing anytime soon.
Hell of a scary storm. Not many brave people have the opportunity to do this. Great video. A true survivalist perspective on how to hunker down. Many great tips , and especially the threatening of severe weather alert’s broadcasting along the trek to find a place to Batton down the hatches, adds to the excitement of getting tucked in and under blankets with a full belly.
Wow, these places really exist! Breathtaking! It’s like you’re in a literal Christmas card! I can’t believe our ancestors lived in that without modern conveniences! I saw a woman make a ‘beef’ stew in her car with mushrooms, onions, carrots and she cut up sliced roast beef. I think she added chicken broth and coleslaw! Something like that would be perfect or a pasta fagioli (Italian chili). Copycat recipe can be found online. It’s basically just opening cans, and dumping in a saucepan after browning your hamburger meat. It’s perfect for that weather!
This is the 3rd day this Winter season so far that my boss called me and told me to stay home due to the weather and roads.....in Wyoming The thick snow all over the woods and roads looks absolutely beautiful if you're on recreational........ But can be absolutely rough when you have to work in it....
You've got a beautiful setup! I love the design of everything. Have you considered maybe spraying the exhaust with de-icer so the ice doesn't have a chance to build up?
I don't know if anyone's else has suggested, if you ever get stuck in the snow on these winter trips, carry at least 25-50lbs of kitty litter. It provides traction. Have fun and be safe!
Watching this video, I became immersed in the extreme adventure of van survival during a winter storm. It was truly amazing to see them stay calm and maintain positive energy despite the harsh cold and snow storms. Unfortunately, there is no bathroom in the van. It was such a cool video. We support you from Korea.
One of the most wholesome, enjoyable videos I've seen in a long time.... Always wanted a motor home to take the kids out but unfortunately never able to afford but your van is beautiful and you are a well chilled guy the way you presented this... Thankyou 🙏
@@TravelersTale exactly Greetings but this is really a horrible moment there I feel for victims mostly the truck driver's Greetings from Miami hope you're good
Try Mac & cheese, the kind you boil that comes with the squeeze cheese in the foil bag. Also a can of chicken white meat is best. Cook Mac & cheese as directed, drain pasta add 1-2 table spoons butter or margarine & mix in cheese. If you have a microwave get a bag of mixed veggies from the frozen section. Get the microwavable steam kind. Nuke as directed & add everything to pot. It's so good. I call it chicken Mac🤗
If you plan on vanliving in snowy/rugged areas, a front winch is definitely a good investment. Also a small, portable wind turbine like RV Living reviewed for when its cloudy, dark or snowy
Levitating bed is cool idea. One of the most under-used areas of a camper van/ caravan is usually the upper areas. Thanks for this interesting & entertaining video. The views of the forested wilderness are wondrous. I'm watching from a much warmer, moderate latitude in England. I'm now subscribed.
I love your van and the style you arranged the interior. I am looking for some options to make my new Van transporter more enjoyable, thanks for the ideas and keep going, I will follow you from now on. Greetings from Mexico.
As a trucker, I had a refrigerator and freezer with a microwave for cooking. I lived in my truck for 2 months at a time. Did you know that you can cook almost anything in a microwave? You can "fry" bacon on the cheap microwave plates? You can also make omelets and pancakes. Brownies and blueberry muffins can be done and even scrambled eggs. Seriously. You should try it. For instance, take a large potato, wash it, rub the outside with butter and salt. Poke it in places and wrap it in plastic wrap. Put it in the microwave for 7 minutes. Take it out and check, then leave it longer if needed. That's a healthy meal. Dare you to try it.
A good meal with winter is ham hocks and beans with fried potatoes with onions and corn bread. Or a big pan of chili made with chiles heat up you. With corn bread
I stumbled into your channel at 1:30am and honestly this was such a fun watch. You have such great positivity and really enjoyed this. I can't believe you have done so much to your van too, from the bed elevator I subbed so I can go back and potentially watch the build.
If you're ever stranded in deep snow, make sure you clear a path from your exhaust pipe to allow the exhaust to reach open air before you run your car to stay warm. You cannot smell carbon monoxide and if the path is blocked by deep snow that gas will enter your car and kill you. That exact thing happened a few years ago when a group of twenty something's were stranded at a ski resort and fell asleep in the car with the heater going. Unfortunately not one of them woke up. The car, and the exhaust pipe were buried under deep snow.
when i go camping in my van i have a carbon monoxide alarm so
One of the reasons why electric cars are also good winter cars.
@@TheSighphiguy I mean teslas doesnt seem to have problems in sub zero temperatures. They can preheat the battery before charging and also u can preheat the cabin from the app before u go into the car.
@@TheSighphiguy They lose some range in the cold, but its still decent. Here's one example: th-cam.com/video/bqyFfLF8NDc/w-d-xo.html
@@megapet777 Tell me your a fanboy of Elon and EV without telling me you are a fanboy.
ALL EV AND I MEAN ALL OF THEM lose insane range when its cold, from 40% to 70% range reduction. Also if you just think about the logic, yes you can preheat a battery, but the problem is that it most never be cold, that means you would have to run a 24/7 heater on the batteries inorder for them not to lose range (which they then would because you are running a heater all day).
I live in an RV and I still enjoy watching people living in an RV or van. Such a great life style. I'm so blessed!
Words of advice, you can tarp your windshield when it’s snowing like that so all you have to do when you wake up is pull the tarp off with all the accumulated snow. So you dont have to shovel everything off.
It's 03.30am here and I'm in bed with my very toasty electric blanket on and my log fire is still blasting out heat, I can hear the Arctic wind howling outside oh and it's -34° at the moment here in Svalbard and the snow is falling down quite heavy .....how did I become so blessed.....OK back to sleep now.🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
I'm here at 3:36 am too lol
What's the most northern you have travelled?
@@ItsNotShakespeare Longyearbyen.....
Mythology says it gets warmer again when you get closer to the north pole... I'm guessing you haven't experienced that? There is obviously something like Atlantas at the north pole. I would bet there are pyramids
I watch a girl cecilia from Svalbard I love her uploads looks a great place, I’d love to visit Longyearbyen
I’d be terrified to do this all by myself. I’d be scared id get stuck in the snow and I’d be unable to get out. Hats off to all the van lifers who do this in colder climates.
That’s why Traveler’s Tale will do it for you.. so you don’t have to!
I'd definitely wouldn't do it I do vanlife but I'm staying in the city period I rather be around people
@@mrsstrawberryluv1 I'm the opposite..I stay in the wild as I want to be away from cities and people but I'd never go this extreme
Me to I won't travel alone especially in a snow storm
Its not only with snow, I do much car travel during my holidays, and already took my "rather-not-so-offroad-capable" BMW on some sketchy roads here there (not intentionally i am always careful, but you rely on the GPS in unknown areas and sometimes it happens)
One time this was in eastern europe, in some woods at night with proper blair witch feeling, and the road kept getting worse.
Then its not the question will I make it out without the embarassment needing roadside assistance but - "who and if will come for assistance around here if I called ?" 😂 - sure was a adrenaline trip until finding the way out.
Even in western europe, travel can be "adventurous" I was chilling on some Highway resting area as feeling tired, when a police man suddenly appeared, knocked on the window and asked me to continue "for my own safety".
So I am less afraid of the nature, rather of the weirdos running around.
The bed lowering from the ceiling blew my mind. You did an AMAZING job on this van! I've never seen a setup that nice.
Man I hate commenters like you.. just ruin it for people just watching. Just shut up and watch KMT
Liam the terrible here on TH-cam does some amazing conversions and films it all. It’s fascinating what they can do with such small spaces!
I have
Been watching different can live videos over 2 years now but that is a beautiful sprinter van
You have not seen setup like this cause you are fool. I see every single hour setups like this and more important than that. Can i have word with your mother immediately.
@@lizadee5455 not a sprinter. its a ford transit
we lived in Canada and we had some strikt rules for the winter:among other things, never leave the house without a full tank of gas,chains, extra warm cloths, water and hot water in a thermos and a cooler with food. It served us well in many different ways.
I lived in Nova Scotia on the South Coast as a kid. In addition to your list, we also never went out without kitty litter (for traction) and a shovel in the winter. I still always have at least food and water in the car even in the summer. Even though, I now live in the city!
I live in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia! ❤
@@joannebernard293
Mono no Recife, Brasil :) 26°C no inverno.
I love snowy videos. Awesome ❄️❄️❄️
A tip: the night before drive back and forth 3 or 4 times through the snow making tracks. Even if it snows more at night you will still have a way higher chance of making it out in the AM.
Mine has Falken tires that took me through a blizzard
@user-bi3di3rk4lWith good snow tyres you don’t need 4x4.
The bed coming down, with the blue lighting, & cozy nook, & blankets.....is utterly beautiful, & amazing.
You did an excellent job.
It's really a horrible period there I feel for victims that can't go out to work and most expeccially the truck driver's. Greetings from Miami hope you're good and stay worm
I would still like a shower and a toilet in the van.
Me too!
Impressed at the fact you were prepared with the chains, knew how to use them, and made a point to mention you'd clear the roof before driving the main road. Great setup, great editing, cool drone work. Subscribed for more!
Calm down.
@@CooManTunes someone’s a grumpy pants
@@CooManTunes jealous? 😆
@@Allegra11 Of what? Youmorons?
@@CooManTunes Calm down, you obvious jealous freak.
Won't even lie. At a lot of angles you show in the van. I can't even tell it's inside a van. It is such a cozy homey setup and I love it. I'd probably end up watching the snow build up from the driver's seat
I mean, you’d have to take off loads of snow from the wheels and it’ll take HOURS, also, the home has only a bit of food as the freezer would be too small and the food runs out. Also, it’d be scary to sleep alone in the midle of a forest where wild animals live, the door doesnt have key so anyone could enter
Not sure if this will be a helpful tip, but if you want to avoid having to walk and find a bathroom, especially at night and in snowy/bad weather, bring along a 5 gallon bucket to use as a toilet. You can use a pool noodle as a ‘seat’…and Amazon even sells toilet seats that actually fit on 5 gallon buckets. Throw in a trash bag and kitty litter inside the bag and it’s an instant toilet. Not ideal but saves you the hassle of having to leave your nice warm van on a cold, snowy or rainy night and any possible dangers there may be out there. Stay safe and loved your video.
There are also porta potties, compact toilets, compost toilets, and other types of mini toilets you can hide in the van.
Shit in the sink
What is the model of your wan?
I did that for 4 years in the colorado rockies. Loved every minute of it. Storms gave me a chance to rest, to sit in one spot for a couple days, and I enjoyed shoveling the snow. Alot, I made paths and stairs for fun.
I made snow shelters for my generator, and I had propane , internet, and dvds. So all was lovely, 75-80 degrees in the van😊And I skied most every day, so I was thankful for those rests..
Glad you can make it back to the office.
@@taotzu1339 Im not sure what office you mean. My office is wherever I am. Im a lowly messenger slave owned and operated by our creators. After 4 years in the van, I switched to a sail boat.
I was tired of being hassled by cops and game wardens - so I switched to a boat to get away from them. So now my office is the pacific ocean, hawaii.
Headed to baha in march, most likely😊
I live in the Rockies...Been here for 10 years, pretty sure ill die here. I liked moving round the country and was planning on moving again, but not any more. The land and even the weather is almost perfect.
@@aaronwalker8847 I don’t know anything about living like that but how do you make/have the money to do that
@@cannaventureseeds2909 Yeah, I loved it too. I just got tired of being hassled by rangers and cops. Plus I saw that bad stuff was gonna start happening in the us, and I was right.
I got me a nice 1968 ericson30' sailing sloop and fixed it up out here in Hawaii , on oahu. Now I left oahu and I been sailing around the islands about 5 months now. Im on maui right now. ITS SUPER NICE WEATHER OUT HERE! 80-90 degrees year round😊
Im probably gonna head to baha in a few months. I got a sail boat so that when the famines and economic crash happen, and the world govs come crumbling down. I can get away from it all and live off seafood 🦞 Cuz my friend, the world is gonna go to hell in a hand basket soon. War, famine, and unatural natural disasters are looming , and the final judgments of the civy lies nations and religions, and of all mankind left alive , are upon us now. As Im sure you may already have noticed.
Be safe when walking on those trails to take a quick peek at the sights, something could go very wrong I’d suggest bringing a little pack just of survival things if you ever find yourself in a dangerous situation.. one slip and fall could get you in trouble especially if you can’t make it back up to safety..
Waterfall in that frozen landscape was like a revelation - the sound of the cataract haunted me like a passion (Coleridge?).
This film is one of the reasons why TH-cam is replacing television in many people's lives. A daring and enterprising man,
I was caught in a huge snow storm in my husband’s car in the mountains of British Columbia on my way from Alaska to Seattle. I. Loved. Every. Minute. Of. It. Sleeping overnight. Digging myself out. Have done that trip solo twice. And I’m British🇬🇧so completely out of my depth you’d imagine 🤣Am always prepared & travelling as a lone woman am always super aware of my surroundings & keep in regular contact with home. What an adventure. Love this vid ❄️
U r taking great risks. U are able to tell ur story.
@ As I mention, I am always aware of my surroundings and prepared. Definitely plan ahead and be careful whether you’re a man or a woman. When you’re in extremely remote areas you need to respect that and be prepared! 😊
That bed is amazing 😍 For snow: it might be useful to cover the front windshield before it starts snowing, park closer to the road and install an expandable "roof" above your entry door to keep away the snow. Lucky and safe travels for you, great video, thanks for sharing 😊👍🙏
part of the thrill is seeing how much snow can pile on.
I'm from Montana and lived for years in North Dakota too and I would never even think of driving in weather like that without a 4WD or AWD vehicle. Glad your adventure worked out for you. Stay safe man!
That snow is different than the powder in North Dakota (born and raised in the Oregon Cascades, currently living in Williston ND) It's a heavy wet snow usually and much more dense than powder and much more difficult (usually) do drive through than dry snow.
Michigan is a cooler state. We got two states in one. One is a peninsula almost 360° surrounded in water, the other is a land bridge covered in forest. The top of the mitten is covered in forest. The bottom has farmlands and several big cities... It's a winter and a water state. Twin state.
I grew up in Maine, I used to drive my little Hyundai Accent front wheel drive in the snow with studded snow tires to and from work for a few years before moving away. I remember driving to work in a blizzard through 1 foot high snow drifts to find out they had closed the office that day due to the weather. Front wheel drive works well in the snow because the weight of the engine helps you get traction, just have to take it slow and be careful.
I actually lived in Portland, Oregon for almost a decade and Ann Arbor, Michigan for 4 years, so I've driven in all kinds of weird weather. I think I'll retire somewhere that doesn't snow (if I can afford it). Belize, here I come!
@@dundonrl it depends usually it is the dry stuff but if we get a storm closer to march it’s that wet heavy crap born and raised in Bismarck
Nature's sounds have a therapeutic quality that soothes the soul and calms the mind. Whether it's the rhythmic crashing of ocean waves or the distant call of a lone wolf, each sound carries with it a sense of peace and grounding
I’m watching this in my home in Pennsylvania. The temperature was 99° today and with the humidity it felt like 110°!! I love the winter, and I have watched this video several times since it was first posted. I crave winter and snow! I love this video. I thoroughly enjoyed this video!!! Beautiful van and I am happy for you.
From my experience, as long as your front tires are turned in either direction, you’re not going anywhere. Plan it out so you can get going and build up a little speed first, then you can turn the tires. You should plan ahead when you park for the night to be able to do this the next day or whenever you leave. Hope this helps you and I really like your van and the way it’s set up. Have fun out there!
My thoughts exactly 💯!!!
Yep, I was thinking the same thing about the tires being turned. They have to be straight in order to gain traction. I am from Buffalo, NY-the land of snow and this is common knowledge there. I live in the South now and I enjoyed watching the vid and the beautiful look of the snow especially after the sun came out. You are very brave to go it alone. Glad you had fun!
Was about to just say it, never turn your front wheels before you actually move, especially in snow. While van is not truck it's much havier then regular car, beside making it a lot harder to move in snow even on dry pavement turning in place puts heavy strain on everything that's connected to front wheels, in have vehicle it can even ruin front tires. Always move first then turn if you drive anything other then passenger car.
I love how your able to stay in a cozy van like this in the snow. Obviously nobody would bother you there. I might add a mini wood stove as backup to this setup. I think I would enjoy this. For food, one pot meals are nice maybe red thai curry noodles with shrimp? Beautiful!
So beautiful 😍
would a wood stove be safe in a van?
@@neptunites yes they are. I follow Forestry Forrest and he has one and uses it all the time. His channel is amazing!
Except super soldiers released in the woods…
No one would believe how nice and cosy from the outside your van is.
I would love doing that! I drive an eighteen wheeler and love it when it gets stormy and I get parked in a safe place,staying in the truck is pretty much like being in a small camper. The wind rocks the cab back and forth all night while im nice and warm and toasty in my bed!!😊
Some of the best sleep I ever got was in my sleeper
@@chainmailunderwearthey've done studies, we sleep better in lower temps. In some countries like Norway, they actually let their infants nap in strollers outside bundled up in the cold! Prob explains why I leave my AC on to sleep even in the winter 😂
32 years in sleepr.loved bad weather when shut down in safe spot.
As the proud daughter of s long haul daughter, I absolutely love to see trucks at the truck stop on a snowy night. There's a peace that I feel. It's snowing like crazy, interstate 5 is backed up due to a collision. And the trucks are at the truck stop resting. Peace of God be with our truckers and their semi's. I see a semi, I pray a fence of angels around them.
The bed coming from the ceiling absolutely blew my freaking mind lmao thats awesome, the ingenuity in this build is amazing.
I've never seen that before! that must have cost as much as the van! this dude rich
The way you constructed the inside of the van looks luxurious. You did a good job transforming it into a very nice tiny house.You’re out of your mind camping in a heavy snow.That’s dangerous.
He didn do it another guy did the work on this van
@@freshtodeath6376 I did the conversion, I made a video about it!
I like your van inside. It covers everything's be safe
There are ways to get comfort in heavy snow
@@TravelersTale Would you be able to give us an estimate on how much it cost? This is what I need.
That scenery is absolutely breathtaking, this world is amazing and more beautiful in the winter/snow
Winter is my favorite season
Oregon seems like a beautiful place. The winter season seems magical. Hope to experience this setting in my lifetime.
Then go for it
Oregon sux.
As someone who lives in Oregon I can say it is beautiful but you have to be ready for the rain and cold
You look so happy! Love that you love getting out and living life on your terms it truly is so freeing!
You could make Chili or stews. Chicken cacciatore or parm. omelets, pancakes, shrimp scampi, pan pizza, Alfredo pasta with seafood. You can make a roast on the fire or a roast chicken if you get a covered cast iron pot. Steaks can be cooked so many ways also
Good ideas! Thanks!
Sounds good 👌
Mmmm…chili…and skillet cornbread…heaven!
Home made soups are great and filling.
Get an enamel Dutch oven from target or similar.
My biggest fear would be getting locked out of the van. So beautiful, thank you!
That's why you always have a spare stashed.
That would suck lol
Or losing my keys on my way to or from the bathroom.
Somewhere under that motorhome is a spare key attached in a secret location. 🤔
A lot of Ford models come with the touch pad for situations like that. You can enter a code and unlock the door
The videography from 2:27 to 3:27 was phenomenal. You keep doing that and you'll go for!
I am from Southern California and used to live up in yhe mountains for 2-1/2 years. Broke my leg. Huge snow storms, ice, stranded in my apartment for days, fire evactuation. Never again will I live in the snow. Beautiful to look at, but dangerous to live in. Now live in a nice, non snowy city.
Big MAV fan here but dude, your drone shots are no joke. I like the duality of the casual vlog style and then the amazing sights of the drone. Keep up the good work!
I’m really trying to find that balance. Thanks for noticing haha!!
@@TravelersTale good thing about winter, is that you can use outside as freezer.
I was thinking the same thing! How do you get the drone shots while driving?
Drone shots are spectacular! Wow! G’day from Australia !
I love how MAV has become such a big part of TH-cam outdoor camping and adventure life that other TH-camrs are referencing him in their videos.
Mav and Steve.
@@skillethead15 haha steve wallis is a meme
@@anchoredislands4880 he is a meme and I love him for it. Watching him sneak around in the bushes is a great time.
@@anchoredislands4880 he’s hilarious without trying lol
What beautiful snowy views you shared. The waterfall with all the snow on the trees absolutely amazing to see.
Kimmie in Camarillo?
@@insanity6829 No and my name isn't Kimmie. My name is Kimberly not Kimmie.
@@kimberlydavis5034nice name. 😁
2:54 I love the view very much. I can’t believe u placed ur camera there then pop out of of no where. I can’t wait to do is! I’m only 19 and how I’ll love to teach my kids and grandchildren about my life in my years❤
You need to build a small convenient “wet bath” so you don’t freeze when using the facilities + washing room;
Also (if possible), add solar panels on the roof of your van-it can help with extra energy usage
I love the low blue light you got around the bed so relaxing and overall that's the coolest van I ever seen. You just know how to deal with snow and I'd love to see more of that content, I learn from it so much too. Great editing, amazing views and 1 delicious meal man..
lol blue light blocks melatonin and disrupts your circadian rhythm. it's literally the worst thing you could have next to you when trying to sleep
@@epictetus175 yeah of course. No I meant only for relaxing purposes. I can't take even a little light when going to sleep i need a pitch black environment
Really loved watching this, I give you so much credit for your perseverance and positivity and for being so well prepared
that is so beautiful omg
Surprised due to his energy. Very humble and seems like a great friend to connect with
It looks amazing. We were snowed in our campervan in Germany together. In the morning it looked beautiful on a lake close by .There was a bakery with an outdoor oven cooking scrumptious onion bread 😎 It was an amazing experience
This video was shot gorgeously. Those drones shots are immaculate
I so envy people like you who can camp in places like that.
Me too my country is hot has hell lol
I trust you like I do numbers 🐱
@@nancyeunike8494 Not much wiggle-room in arithmetic.
Untill they get murdered
Get a job driving trucks over the road for a few years and you'll be like na no thanks I'll sleep at home in my bed.
You're living my dream life.
The joy on your face expressing all the beauty around you is just priceless.
Thank you for taking your time and uploading your content.
Well needed during these crazy and weird times.
From a Canadian that just shoveled over 2 feet of snow from driveway and half city snowed in. Glad you got out okay, but this can be really dangerous. Dont know if you've got the extreme tempertures we have, but if your battery dies or you have car trouble which can happen even in new car this kind of stuff can get real risky, especially if no one is coming or can come get you for a while. Glad it turned out ok.
Agreed! Batteries can drain up to 60% in cold weather. Be careful out there everyone!
Exactly. Being in a car in this type of weather doesn’t mean you’re safe.
It don't even look that cold.
Yet another wuss
@@hitman9198 then you go do it.
The interior of your van is beautiful.
That waterfall is so breathtaking!!!!!
This is my dream! We grew up going snow hiking. People thought we were nuts! But it is an experience like no other. With the salmon you throw a little bit of salmon seasoning from Costco it is killer. It has just a touch of dill in it. Masks any "fishy" taste. Keep living our dreams!
I love how much that makes you happy
That waterfall looked totally killer!
I thought you said he looks like a killer in a vacant van parking in an empty area
@@iamweno3858 that goes without saying!
You know how many people would have just stayed and enjoyed the quiet from the snowfall just dropping down on your back and just chilling there with all the fresh snow 🌨️ being a sound insulator
That has to be the best van conversion I've seen to date.
Very nice Van! Cozy and warm in a storm!
I’m too scared to do half of what you do and I admire your positive attitude in everything thing you do….
love the look of the mountains covered in snow and no better mountains than the Cascades.
As someone who lives in Northern Minnesota and has experienced lots of deep snow driving, I got lots of anxiety watching you try and drive out of the snow! Great video!
Especially in a 2WD van.They are the WORST vehicle to drive in the snow-PERIOD.I own a full sized GMC with AWD and it’s a game changer.Had 3 of the actually-all ordered new. I believe Ford has AWD too-a new feature to those Transits,within the last few years.
I came here to say the same, as a Quebecer😅 oh the first second I saw his steering wheel behaving like that, my butt clenched!! Studded tires wouldn't be a luxury
You are lucky to find a RR open, here in Maine our Governor & the Highway Department think that all the travelers should plug their lower orifices. Today it is November 3, 2023, the highway department has taken down the Rest Stop Signs & Boarded the RR (they did it on October 3rd). Real snow is months away but that does not matter to the Guardians of the Rest Stops. By the way how do you keep the cooking smell out, in my house the kitchen, dinning area & the living space is 25'x25', any heavy duty cooking is always done before 1.00 pm, exhaust fan runs & the bed rooms and bath room doors are kept closed during cooking. I would not like to take a shower & dry myself with a fish smelling towel.
Great one mate.
A shovel to clean off the van. Excellent on the paint !
I would love to do this one day. Traveling is something I think we all love to do, and it would be nice to go wherever and not really have to worry about having a place to stay ❤️Love it!
Nice video. Chains are always good to have just in case.
That's why it's always good to have survival kits inside your car not only towards but water candles matches etc and an extra battery and cell phone and these things should be in your car every time you're going to take a trip or vacation because you never know what can happen you always have to be ready especially if you have children
Oh how I wish I was young again and could do this. Such beautiful scenery covered in snow. Stay safe dude.
Hiking alone in the forest, in the dead of winter. Brilliant! What could possibly go wrong?
meeting a bear or a mountain lion, face to face, cheek to cheek, lip to lip, eye to eye, nose to nose, mouth to mouth lol
in a blizzard
Couple of dead bodies?
Can't go anywhere on the internet without running into douche bags like you. I'm sorry you're unhappy.
Serial killers 😏
Wow beautiful shots on the falls
Although beautiful, I cannot identify with winter/snowy/cold camping. Kudos to those who can do this. I will follow the Sun. ❤️
No one asked u if u liked winter camping nerd
I am exactly the same ...Kudos to him but things can so quickly go wrong in places like that. Don't mind snow and cold but the added remoteness (or it looks remote) is something as a female solo van lifer I won't be doing anytime soon.
Me too!! Love warm weather and the sun!🌞🌞🇺🇸🙏
Same lol and not even the camping part. I’ll live vicariously though this guy and appreciate his beautiful video work of the scenery lol
Hell of a scary storm. Not many brave people have the opportunity to do this. Great video. A true survivalist perspective on how to hunker down. Many great tips , and especially the threatening of severe weather alert’s broadcasting along the trek to find a place to Batton down the hatches, adds to the excitement of getting tucked in and under blankets with a full belly.
The snow is so beautiful when is freshly fallen and so peaceful, great video, take care and stay safe 👍
Wow, these places really exist! Breathtaking! It’s like you’re in a literal Christmas card! I can’t believe our ancestors lived in that without modern conveniences!
I saw a woman make a ‘beef’ stew in her car with mushrooms, onions, carrots and she cut up sliced roast beef. I think she added chicken broth and coleslaw! Something like that would be perfect or a pasta fagioli (Italian chili). Copycat recipe can be found online. It’s basically just opening cans, and dumping in a saucepan after browning your hamburger meat. It’s perfect for that weather!
Nice van! Great scenery shots! The waterfall against the snowy background…. Amazing!
Dude that bed attached to a switch/lift was so unexpected but awesome! What a setup you've got
With winter approaching this is just the time to watch this epic video.
This is the 3rd day this Winter season so far that my boss called me and told me to stay home due to the weather and roads.....in Wyoming
The thick snow all over the woods and roads looks absolutely beautiful if you're on recreational........ But can be absolutely rough when you have to work in it....
Wyoming getting slammed to! Be there in a couple days
Fun times in the mtns!! Thanks for taking us along with you.👍🌷
The trees are nice but that sliding barn door built into the van is so creative!!
I love ur van,wish I had one.I would do the same camping with my dog at 72 yrs old
You've got a beautiful setup! I love the design of everything. Have you considered maybe spraying the exhaust with de-icer so
the ice doesn't have a chance to build up?
I love watching videos like this. So cozy inside the van. 😊
Not enough room.
@@christopherdibble5872 Well, I mean... it's a van.
I don't know if anyone's else has suggested, if you ever get stuck in the snow on these winter trips, carry at least 25-50lbs of kitty litter. It provides traction. Have fun and be safe!
I seriously envy your life right now so much! I’m missing my snow this year for sure and can’t wait to start my van conversion!
I'm new to your channel and I have to say the interior in your van is fantastic.First class.
You have the best van build I've ever seen, totally better than my cold/hot SUV.
Did you see his bed come down amazing definitely can make that with ease
That was fun to watch and you chose a beautiful spot! Happy trails!
Watching this video, I became immersed in the extreme adventure of van survival during a winter storm.
It was truly amazing to see them stay calm and maintain positive energy despite the harsh cold and snow storms.
Unfortunately, there is no bathroom in the van.
It was such a cool video.
We support you from Korea.
One of the most wholesome, enjoyable videos I've seen in a long time.... Always wanted a motor home to take the kids out but unfortunately never able to afford but your van is beautiful and you are a well chilled guy the way you presented this... Thankyou 🙏
💋❤️
Im trying to wrap my head around you getting that drone footage while you were driving! Impressive!!
Only the safest way possible…
@@TravelersTale exactly Greetings but this is really a horrible moment there I feel for victims mostly the truck driver's
Greetings from Miami hope you're good
Try Mac & cheese, the kind you boil that comes with the squeeze cheese in the foil bag. Also a can of chicken white meat is best. Cook Mac & cheese as directed, drain pasta add 1-2 table spoons butter or margarine & mix in cheese. If you have a microwave get a bag of mixed veggies from the frozen section. Get the microwavable steam kind. Nuke as directed & add everything to pot. It's so good. I call it chicken Mac🤗
If you plan on vanliving in snowy/rugged areas, a front winch is definitely a good investment. Also a small, portable wind turbine like RV Living reviewed for when its cloudy, dark or snowy
This video is not what I was expecting at all but I stayed through it all. Time to binge your videos from the beginning.
Levitating bed is cool idea. One of the most under-used areas of a camper van/ caravan is usually the upper areas. Thanks for this interesting & entertaining video. The views of the forested wilderness are wondrous. I'm watching from a much warmer, moderate latitude in England. I'm now subscribed.
Surprisingly, most or all of GB is farther north than where he was.
I love your van and the style you arranged the interior. I am looking for some options to make my new Van transporter more enjoyable, thanks for the ideas and keep going, I will follow you from now on. Greetings from Mexico.
Thank you!
As a trucker, I had a refrigerator and freezer with a microwave for cooking. I lived in my truck for 2 months at a time. Did you know that you can cook almost anything in a microwave? You can "fry" bacon on the cheap microwave plates? You can also make omelets and pancakes. Brownies and blueberry muffins can be done and even scrambled eggs. Seriously. You should try it. For instance, take a large potato, wash it, rub the outside with butter and salt. Poke it in places and wrap it in plastic wrap. Put it in the microwave for 7 minutes. Take it out and check, then leave it longer if needed. That's a healthy meal. Dare you to try it.
Plastic wrap in the microwave? It won't melt?
I love camping ⛺️it feels so good when I watch a camping video
Thanks for watching!!
Van is stunning inside.
This is the coolest thing ever! Never seen a van like this. Looks like a big camper on the inside wow
Not enough room though
The waterfalls are incredible. Keep enjoying life young man.
A good meal with winter is ham hocks and beans with fried potatoes with onions and corn bread. Or a big pan of chili made with chiles heat up you. With corn bread
This guy deserves wayyyy more likes and subscribers than he has currently. Mad rad dude keep up the good work !!
Yes most definitely he deserves more subscribers.
Thanks 🙏
Not with the ridiculous donut behaviors...
I stumbled into your channel at 1:30am and honestly this was such a fun watch. You have such great positivity and really enjoyed this. I can't believe you have done so much to your van too, from the bed elevator I subbed so I can go back and potentially watch the build.
Saw this video on my recommended feed, scrolling through the comments and saw this, looked at the time and it’s 1:30am.. wtf lmao
12:19 pm here lol
Same 1:21am 😂
12:44!
12:58am haha