Bitter Cold Van Life along the Canadian Rockies
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.พ. 2025
- I head out along the front range of the Canadian Rockies for some van life!
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You should teach home economics; backwoods edition. When you whip out the sewing machine we know we are no longer in Kansas. You completely amaze me; from the recipes, the van build, your jack of all trades craftsmanship, and the incredible video you capture. It's such a gift to view the world you created to live in. Truly inspirational for us old school outdoor nature types.
Us Canadians are pretty handy when we want to ! I wish I could be my own mecanic but I have lots of other skills to compensate.
I TOTALLY AGREE ! HE IS A ONE MAN ARMY OF CRAFTMANSHIP SKILLS. I DON'T EVER BELIEVE I EVER SEEN ANYONE COME AS CLOSE AS THIS FINE YOUNG MAN, NOT EVEN THE TV OLD SHOW CALLED MACGUYVER. LOL
FACTS! 😁❤❤❤😁❤❤❤😁
GOOD IDEA FOR HIM TO TEACH HOME ECONOMIC CLASSES. IT IS LOST IN SOCIETY TODAY.
Thank you!
I love your videos!! 🇨🇦🇺🇸😁
Van life 101
Sitting on couch.
Want beer.
Open fridge from couch.
Take beer.
Close fridge.
*crack* ahhh.
Truly you are a king.
I wish I was as talented and brave as this guy. Your lifestyle tells us that we do not need a big house and the junk that we collect over the years to live happily. You inspire so many people FF, you are awesome!
You are! Talented, brave. Discover more!
Yes tbh this is the same reason i started watching foresty since way back when he was in his smaller vehicle.
I had a Pontiac Montana , long version which was pretty small. Forestry had the short length
model, CRICKEY! Tiny fer sure!
@@jonathanhall7903 Thank you!
Not being able to stand in my van would make me grumpy. He is exceptional.
In three minutes he is cutting metal, operating a sewing machine and cooking dinner. He’s a mad scientist
As the world sinks ever further into totalitarian darkness, we have a shining light in the north called Foresty Forest. Live free my friend and thanks for the great videos.
I agree. My favorite channel, with Matthew Posa a close second!!!
Too true :)
Says every generation, in some form, since Ancient Greece. 😂
WORD.
Winterbole......Ho Ho Ho 🌎❣
I was a Firefighter for 28 yrs. I went to many chimney fires. The problem that most people have with wood stoves building up creosote is that they damp them down so much that the creosote cannot be burned off. You need a "clean" wide open burn every so often. You can not make a firebox full of wood last 12 hrs. without causing problems. A gas engine will not run right if you restrict the airflow, neither will a wood burner. Mike from Mass.
Sound advice, Mike.
We had a chimney fire years ago at the old homestead on the coast of Maine...happens very quickly, and unless one is right there and knows how to deal with it - can be disastrous...
That shot of the van driving off into the the pitch black. Incredible!
And then he had to turn around and drive back to pick up the camera!
Siiiiiiick shot
Scary but yea, incredible
@@ChrisBoar It's his job! Ha ha!
I feel like beer review could be a quick and easy addition to the show. You walk us through the food, but the drink pairing is just as important!
Strange Brew would be an appropriate movie to watch in this van; take off eh!
Take off eh!
The care you put into capturing footage and editing never ceases to amaze me.
I was yelling at the end "run Forest, run" !
: )
Idk why this is my favorite FF episode, it just feels so right
Favorite channel on all of TH-cam!
Definitely up there
Hey Cameron!
Me too. I watch a few Wood Working Channels and a couple Outdoor channels , But his is still my Favourite. No fluff , lives on his terms , not arrogant , and just a good guy. 🇨🇦
@@forestyforest so glad to hear from you and see another great video!
I miss the forestry forest sound track. The song occasionally pops into my head and makes me smile 🤓
It slaps
Me too😀🎶🎶
I miss Bigfoot
I don't that song gives me nightmares...
I hate that song, I’m in this habit of auto fast-forwarding every video 15 secs on the chance he’ll play it.
A “35 amp hour meal - not too bad”, cracked me up - so true to measure by watching the juice consumption and making electrons jump!
Maybe he will figure out a way to use the fan on the wood stove as a generator.
I guess we tend to measure tasks in the resource that is most precious to us, living in the rat race its time - when you have all the time in the world but power is limited that is the resource to measure.
Hey Foresty, usually there are people selling firewood in small communities. Not the ones that live near campsites. But places selling full cords of quality hardwood. Once you found a good network of em you can load up super cheap. Maybe even buy 1/2 a cord and ask if you can keep it stored there
Cheers.
I am truly concerned (NOT) about all the electrons, protons, and neutrons that were killed in that 35amp hour meal. We know from your contented smile that their sacrifice was not in vain! LOL!!!
@@peterburrows8219 so true, good observation.
that wood stove is a winner
When you're driving while air frying you know you're living in the future. There are probably a bunch of busy parents that would like that setup.
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The combo of the freezing cold temps with snow covered trees while inside the toasty Van with a wood fire stove is perfection.
Foresty.. get yourself a small dehumidifier. I do resin work all year where most people have to stop in the rainy or snowy seasons. I’m able to keep it going with a little bitty dehumidifier! Every few days it needs the cup emptied from all the accumulated water it pulls from the air in my studio. Easy peasy & it brings the humidity from 70, 80 or even 90% down to 20ish%. In your van it would probably do even better bc it’s a smaller space. You know when it’s needing emptied bc it auto clicks off. Just put a note on the dash to remind yourself to dump the cup out before you drive off so it doesn’t spill. Love your videos.. it’s wonderful, especially bc I hate the cold, to see you out there doing things. Even sitting around the fireplace shooting the shit for a while & making a meal👌. Thanks for sharing.. we’ve been hunkered down for so long you are truly a big breath of fresh air 🙌💯💯💯
This sounds good. What brand is your dehumidifier?
@@pamflowers8364 heya Pam ..the unit I did is from Tenergy.. it was around $80 or so a year ago. For my little studio it’s amazing.. it’s around 10’ x 14’ space (heel to toe lol) It has a small hepa filter but it can run without it to collect even more moisture. Either way it’s a nice thing. I had another that had a nightlight at the bottom over the water tray - can’t remember what brand now & I gave it away bc I wanted an air filtering model without using more space & plug ins for separate unit.
Edit: it had a few comments about not being able to get replacement filters. I haven’t had that issue bc other companies offer it as well. The filters last 4 or 5 months so far👌
Awesome tip. 👍🏿
Foresty I've no doubt you will look back on these years of your life as some of, if not they best years of your life. I travelled 20,000 miles across land throughout Europe between 2015-2020 and it fills me with glee when I reflect back on the experiences I had. When I watch your videos I get a little reminder of what it was like to truly live the free life and to travel without restrictions. You really are living it large and keeping the spirit of travel alive in your TH-cam channel. Thank you and stay safe out there :)
Never sewed before, you inspire me. Got a Sailrite portable machine, learning as going. What a great skill. Putting it to use, thanks.
Sew paper . It's pretty fun .
I started practicing on paper too. Just using the needle without the treath.
Foresty is very inspirational dude !
I love the way that he tackles almost anything.
He's more capable of doing various handyman type things than 99% of people.
He’s the real McGyver
I'm 100% positive that 15:36 to the end was filmed in real time. FF is bionic man.
@@Capecodham You should get some help Burt.
@@markakira8988 I am the one that needs help MA? You are the one that thinks they are too good to show respect.
@@elainecrowley4774 Chill out, meant no disrespect by abbreviating on a phone. You've never abbreviated in your life. I'm a FF Patreon member. I've had nothing but positive comments for FF for several years. Yet for someone to jump to conclusions and SHAME me and get angry over me saying FF is pretty shameful.
FF?
Nothing wrong with this comment at all. Since when did bigging someone up become offensive?
Mate, I'm always impressed by the stuff you do, so I really shouldn't have been surprised to discover that you created your van's interior alone, from scratch! Van renovation, cooking. sewing, car (van) mechanics and a whole raft (please excuse the pun) of outdoorsy craft that you achieve so effortlessly. If you weren't such a nice guy, I'd probably have to hate you a bit because I'm totally rubbish at pretty much everything!
Anyway, keep the amazing content coming. Foresty Forest...and Rocko, obviously! 😅
[gasp] that opening drone shot! 🔥🥰
Just messed up a crucial exam for a course in my computer science minor. Multiple all nighters in the past week studying... this could end up making me fail the course, therefore delaying the completion of my minor for another year. Let alone the wasted $ on a course I probably won't pass. Feel so down on myself. I knew the content, had everything right in front of me and just wrote a bad test. Couldn't focus, mind was racing, couldn't remember simple concepts, and the worst.... i immediately remembered everything right when i finished. But hey, at least theres a foresty forest video waiting for me. Your videos are always a source of comfort, even in the most stressful and bad times. Your videos are greatly appreciated, and mean a lot to your viewers. Love from Toronto !
the shots of you driving the van are so cool. i cant imagine how long it takes just to get a couple shots like that.
Idk if I am more shocked by the instapot cooking strapped to the front seat or the sewing machine! 😳🤯 you continue to amaze me
That outtake at the end was hilarious! Glad you're OK, I think you need a bigger skillet tho.
This Dude is Awesome at 5:21 he legit got a Sewing Machine in his Van Nice
Get a bumper rack or box for the wood. Keeping it inside just brings in moisture and insects. Also the moisture reader to get dry wood to begin with is a good idea. Keep up the great work, Cheers from Mtl !
Any van dweller who has a special cubby for their sewing machine is alright by me 👌 Love it.
15:36 we appreciate the extraordinary reaches you go to to bring us along on your adventures! The shared knowledge and learned skills help even experienced outdoors enthusiasts. You have built this channel and brought us together like a digital tribal leader :]
Love the cubic mini, looks like it's working out well!! I swear, there's nothing like the ambiance of a wood stove. Have a great Tuesday, Forest!
Thanks Brian, hope you're doing good 👍
Hello Brian....I should have figured that you follow Forest's Channel....So Nice to see you here....Kisses to Sierra 🌻
Dude when it cut to you cracking one open in front the fire... damn brother I’m envious
Mr Forrest.... that was a Epic slow- motion woodchop 13:36
I like how every time you make food you always have a smile on your face haha.
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No need for a dislike button for you Foresty... everybody loves you. PS, love the ending, haha. Nice.
you are such a lucky man simon, living the dream....
You would think this from the videos. It must be extremely lonely and boring the rest of the time. You really have to be a loner to do this. Not for everyone that’s for sure.
I miss your bike packing. I hope you do another bike packing trip someday when you get bored!
Forestry you show off the scenery is amazing I am jealous of your lifestyle and ability to move your home to each location. Stay warm and enjoy.
Forresty, you are a Jack of all trades.
Don't worry too much about the flue issue, as you said, you'll have to look at it every time you take it off and put it on.
Wood seasons without having to be dry or undercover.
As long as its dead a while, a season for small stuff, a couple for bigger stuff, you'll be ok. It just needs to be off the ground to stop it staying damp.
A dead tree connected to the ground will be wetter than one snapped off or fully blown down and ripped out.
I've cut trees that had obviously been dead a long while, but they were full of water and had to be seasoned almost as long as a fresh felled one!
Do keep an eye on stuff, but don't let the worryers impart their fears on you.
Keep up the good work mate.
Love your style.
Well said. I'm glad I checked the comments first as I was going to tell him the same thing.
As if your adventures don't pull in my heartstrings as it is and your enthusiasm 4life and the enrichment that you bring to Van life you had to turn around and do one more thing and pull out the sewing machine. I can say I love you and it is a healthy thing. You are a fantastic person May our paths cross one day
Awwww we all worry for Foresty 🥰🤗
that was quite a nice presentation to a group of electrical and mechanical engineers. most of us have no idea of the basics of powering your van much less any idea of the equipment used....
Hey Foresty, try cooking the onions first and brown them and then add the ground meat, the flavours will be that much more impactful in the final dish! :)
Run Forest, run!
Good times when the snow plow comes in the night. Imagine if you were pulled off the road in the Uplander! Time to get out the shovel.
15:35 "Run Forest Run!!"
Like a marathon runner with those legs.
I enjoy these " just a day in the life" type videos. I'm all about DIY so I really like seeing your projects, even the sewing 🧵!
When you head to the states maybe you'll happen upon Brian @ adventure van man. He doesn't seem to do epic hikes like you but seems super chill down to earth dude.
Safe travels
Brian is in New Mexico perhaps going to Arizona for the weather. Foresty, Brian, and Chrome (van city vanlife) are the only van dwellers I follow religiously. It amazes me how they are different in temperament, personality, and life style while living in a van :)
I played FF and SUV Rving for my granddaughter she loved to watch them at 8 yrs old.
@Guy Martin forgot to mention Tristan. He is one old school hiker/climber, too. I guess I don’t consider him a van dweller. He’s more like me, car camp in order to hike:)
I've watched many of Van life videos, but unless I missed it, you are the first to pull a sewing machine out. All the comforts of home, plus all the nature to see out your doors !!
Thanks, the shot of you driving out of the woods onto the road was epic.
Woo Hoo, so close to 300,000 subs! You’ll have to think of something fun to do when you get there. Something fun where you take us along.
You are an amazing individual. Jack of all trades. Your van is dialed in for adventure. One of the best sites on TH-cam.
Man that looks like good eats 👍👍⭐⭐🚐⭐⭐👍👍
Foresty has a fireplace all he needs now is a little miniature Christmas Tree and your good for the holidays! The van looks pretty cozy. Beautiful footage of that area it truly is a winter wonderland there. Much more nicer than here in BC right now.
So does a pine tree shaped air fresher count?
Dude has a sewing machine-I’m beyond impressed! Wow. Middle of nowhere, and he pulls out a sewing machine. Can you say ‘MacGyver’? I knew you could!
I loved the scene with Foresty running back across the bridge 😂
man, best sewing / vanlife show EVER! toss in some beer and a woodstove and FF is just a man for the ages. Love ya Forest
I'm always amazed at the long drive-aways or the long approaches in various You Tuber videos.
A recent video on Kara & Nates channel, of Nate solo climbing with a guide (well, solo as far as not being with his wife) really made it clear. His guide was a bit mystified by the extra time Nate was taking setting up the camera for the various shots.
That run back across the bridge ... that drive-away on that dark, morning drive out. That's dedicated hard work. Thank you.
1. Hope you're feeling better after some rest, don't worry about the downtime on YT :)
2. You made me hungry again, seems a recurring theme with each video !!
The views are so epic.. especially at the beginning with the mountains and snow covered trees perfectly paired with the soothing music
I'm living my life vicariously through Foresty
You'll be able to see creosote building up way before it ends up being a problem since you take it apart so much. You can get a chimney brush off Amazon for a few bucks that you can run through every month or so, they are sized for a particular chimney diameter. Just make sure to get a poly brush, not a steel one. The steel brushes are for brick chimneys and will scratch up your chimney wall (which helps new creosote build up).
I agree, it is normal to burn pine where I live and as long as you sweep your chimney occasionally there will be no serious problems.
Love MAV so much and Steve Wallis but nobody is this dedicated to the van/camping life as this legend. Pray for a Million more subs for you king.
I ❤️ it when you bring back elements of fav videos past such as the warp speed trek back from setting up a shot and pulling out the sewing machine. The slow mo chop was solid👍
Excited to see you in the states. Cheers from New Mexico.. !
Thank you for all the legwork that you do to give us those excellent shots.
this is MacGyver level living. I'm loving it.
Wow. My great grandmother said when they wagon trained across the Canadian prairies to homestead in Sask they started late in the season and the only thing that saved them from freezing to death was her feather tic. Funny what 120 years will do.
And *guaranteed* some friendly native people. Settlers would not have lived through a winter without the original inhabitants teaching the newbies how to survive the land.
Your ancestors might have come over on the mayflower but my ancestors were here to greet them. xo
O:03. Embrace the darkness. Resist the cold! Great opener!
On the firewood... Standing dead is usually a lot drier than horizontal dead, even if it is off the ground.
That little woodburner must make all the difference in the world.
Great addition to your home.
A stealth woodpile sounds like a great idea!
The slow mo with the wood chopping was the best!!! 👍👍👍
Hope you get your laptop fixed soon!!! Stay warm and dry!
Thanks Forest! I love those "up and over the peak" drone shots. At my age its like remembering what a roller coaster was like.
Sir you are a power horse !!! The ingenuity, skill and mastery in built is so unique. You are an inspiration. I hope some day we see you hunt. I guess that will make you the ULTIMATE MODERN MOUNTAIN MAN!!!!
I am so happy to see this video. I was getting a bit worried about you. Glad to know that you’re ok. Take care and stay safe. Love your videos.
I like the standing dead wood when I can find it .It is very dry and burns well .
Those drone shots, especially the one rising out the trees were amazing! Your work is always a pleasure to watch Foresty
The opening cinematography and editing in this one is brilliant.
I LOVE these project videos! I find it insane that you make whatever you need and seem to have an infinite supply of tools in your van. Also, I love how functional the van's interior has become. It's a mishmash of things you've needed to do over time. It looks so cool. You've done an incredible job. Your old van was nice, but this has become so much better. (Not to mention the AWD!). Thanks for these entertaining videos!
You can never have too many tools....even in our vans.
He gets what he needs, but it's not like he's Grizzly Adams...he does visit town(s) from time-to-time.
the ground bison looks awesome, when it comes to the more heartier meals u make they always look so appetizing
Just leaving a comment to help the algo. Nice video as always foresty! Youre an inspiration. Less is more.
Haha I smiled at the closing scene. I guess I'm not surprised you set up that camera on foot, but it's still impressive. Nice to see your well equipped home functioning in the winter, cozy vibes and beautiful scenery. Thanks for all the work you do to bring us this amazing channel!!
6:27 What a lovely shot...the edge-lit trees, shadows, and tiny snow-sparkle reflections on the ground. Having a good camera definitely makes the difference!
Corn Cake Fajita Bake:
Ground Bison / Beef
Green Chilies
Fajita sauce
1/2 can Creamed Corn
Corn Cake Part:
Melt Butter
Egg
Rest can of creamed corn
250g cornbread mix (8 oz) or 3/4 cup
Pour meat into bowl, add shredded cheese on top, then cornbread mixture, bake 350 for 25 minutes
I'm chilling in the Rockies(Colorado) this winter too! Happy to see you still out and about, your editing and camera shots are so good!
A deer walks by the window, hears and sees Foresty sewing in his van! LOVE the wood stove! 👍😎🇨🇦🎅🎁🌲🔥
Watching this from the Mojave desert 🏜, just a little bit different weather here lol…… 70 and dry as a bone. This is making me crave the cozy wintery vibes of up north now ❄️ ❄️ the grass is always greener right?
I'm watching this from a ladyb0ys apartment while she's in the kitchen making me dinner. I sure do appreciate it a lot more now
How's the desert? I'm just north of S.F. near the coast. Overcast and 50 today. Love the desert. Maybe some day I'll break the shackles.
Bruh I'm from the Midwest and you can't be inviting that kind of negative temperature energy over here. Canada can keep that shit
@@dereksimmons5877 😂😂 I hear you man I’m from the Pacific Northwest so normally I’m done with it all by this time of year but being in the desert sun for a few weeks has got me thinking backwards 🤣
@@photopicker it’s awesome, Death Valley and the Mojave preserve at this time of year are just perfect! I Haven’t seen rain in weeks on this little road trip im on from NW Oregon where it’s non stop rain right now. SF is great 😌 my close friend lived in Millbrae 45 min south of SF for a few years and visiting the bay area was great fun! But ya gotta love being away from all those people and traffic out in the desert, that’s for sure 🏜 🌵
I think it was the most heart felt sweetest sight to see you using the sewing machine
Gotta say when I saw the plastic bag you used to catch clippings in, it brought many memories like telephones with rotary dials. Kauai has a plastic bag ban _(which is a good thing)_ to help reduce the carbon footprint & have less plastic end up in the ocean so seeing your plastic bag was very nostalgic 😁💭💭☎️📞
A Blast From The Past! 💥😎🤙
YOUR VAN LOOKS COZZZYYYY!!!!
Hey Foresty,
I thought I remembered you said you might head south this winter now that the border is open.
Death Valley is nice this time of year with miles and miles of off roading.
A little change of scenery.
Yes sir I’ve just left spending about 8-9 days in the Death Valley region and it’s a beauty this time of year, a lot of roads I had to turn back on with my RAV4 he’d eat up with the 4x4 cargo van
The desert sounds tempting! It's been 20 years since I've been to death valley.
He did say he was headed down to the states in two weeks 👌 Can’t wait to see where all he travels here. 💯💯👏👏✨
Bud did you watch the video ? At one point he says he’s heading south in a couple weeks.
We burnt wood for 30 years and always burned pine but mixed it with oak we used pine to heat up the hearth quicker then fed oak to it the remainder of that fire cause it held a fire longer or should say held coals better.
For your firewood, try to find standing dead trees as they tend to be much drier. It seems like the Rocky Mountains has a lot of insect kill standing dead trees.
Lots of dead lodgepole pine mostly.
I love that you used the word ‘diddaly-squat’
A true master in every way! Thank you Foresty Forest 👊🏻💯✌🏻
Love the smoke coming from your wood stove... looks so cozy.💕
You are so talented in so many areas. I hope someday you meet Joseph from “ Sharing the Wild.” I think you two fellas would have a lot in common!
The drone footage looks surreal… wow thank you! 😊