Boondocking Adventures - Arizona Vanlife
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.พ. 2025
- In this video I depart from my camp in the Superstition Mountain area in Arizona and head towards the Prescott National Forest near Prescott, Arizona.
Thank you for being here.
*My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
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Yay🙆, trees🌲, much preferred by me.✌
I can't express how much joy your videos bring me. I especially love the close up pauses on all the flora and fauna you encounter on your adventures. I sincerely thank you for sharing your life with us! :]
Your videos tempt me to sell everything and hit the road. After watching you camping in those beautiful places, I question why I am living the way I do, in a major, busy, noisy, crowded major California city. The weather is beautiful here, but I am hamster on a wheel.
Hmmm, methinks I'll be looking at vans this afternoon. 👍🏾
" I am hamster on a wheel."... Exactly!:)
@@ca98981 stop saying, start doing! 👍🙂
Do it girlfriend, do it! We're only young once! Then afterward you can sit in your rocker and look back with a grin on your face and no regrets! 🥰
It always amazes me when people pull into a spot right next to someone - especially when there are tons of spaces. It's like parking your car away from all the others in a shopping mall and 10 seconds later someone pulls up right next to you. LOL! Enjoy the beautiful spot.
Exactly! It’s just like why!?!?
@@KRT045 Sometimes they figure YOU will move and then the space is all there's.
That's called 'herd instinct'. Here in New Zealand, all Kiwis know to give others personal space. It always surprises us that foreign travellers will park right outside our kitchen window while the rest of the camp is vacant.
Like someone taking the bathroom stall right next to yours when there are 5 other empty ones...
@@munchkin0518 this!
Your cow friend just was amazed at seeing you.
Thanks for being respectful!
Modern campers don’t understand the concept!
God’s blessings.
“You have to be solution-oriented.” I love that! Thanks for the sentiment.
You are a very nice, thoughtful man and I have followed you for many many years. I don’t understand why anybody would run a generator if the temperature is 70°. Wow. Waste of nonrenewable resources in addition to the noise.
These cows roaming the desert are hardcore. We have watched them chomp on cholla before!
Rattlesnakes, good food & cattle munching on coals in the fire, what a varied life you live 😃
Can't deal with the snakes. I wish I was like others who can easily just be cautious, but the fear is so great.
Brian, mount some cameras on your rig to look out when you're covered up with those shields.
It's so beautiful to open your door and see Mother Nature the cows and the birds and the Beautiful cactus flowers in the beautiful opening roads
You're the luckiest man in the world Brian!
Kelly is pretty awesome!
Luck is something that happens by chance.
He chose to live this way, you can do the same! 👍🙂
Love the wildlife. Not a snake fan. Beautiful tho.
I hate when my meth pipe breaks! 😂😂😂
Great video, Brian! I loved the first campsite in the desert, that was beautiful!
Also, I believe I read animals are drawn to eating charcoal as it's good for ridding their digestive system of toxins. Our chickens used to get in our firepit and eat bits of it.
That made me lol
Probably from the RV that pulled next to him in the first spot. I see that shit at a place and I'm outta there.
You're such a pleasure, Brian. Truly. Thank you for sharing. 🙏🏾❤
I'm glad you got away from the generator. I've been to campsites with generators and they really destroy the peace and quiet of the outdoors. Thanks for sharing and I'm looking forward to the next adventure.
Some people take activated charcoal tablets because it's been shown to help cleanse cells in the body. Charcoal is a common filter for water, and the medical community has used it for years to treat poisoning. because it can help prevent toxins from being absorbed in the GI tract. The cattle might instinctively know that it helps them to stay healthier.
Man I hate snakes, lol. Thanks for sharing that, awesome new site though, rough roads definitely worth it.
Snakes aren’t for me either!
I could not watch the snake! I kept asking my husband if it was gone yet…
Ha! As someone once told me, only good snake is a dead snake 🐍
Boondock in New Zealand. No snakes!!
@@binkinghufy3658 nor nothing that kills you or maims you, except for those thorny bushes. I spent a month there, explored both islands. Beautiful country with very friendly people.
I learn so much from your channel. If your adventures were captured in a book I’d never put it down. I never realized that some national forests require you to move in only seven days. And oh man, that generator sound is truly horrifying. I will make sure if I ever do become a nomad I will do everything in my power to avoid them. Your drone shots are second to none and I keep coming back to your channel over all other nomad channels. Your authentic appreciation for nature is really what the lifestyle is all about. Just beautiful
Just watched Luis make a pizza in his Dutch oven, he makes killer bread too, you should look into one.Surprised you can find "New places to see, " you have traveled all over this country.✌😀
That diamond back was pretty big. GR8T video.
HEY! Good morning Brain and thumbs UP to you !👍
Brian you are becoming a great Chef!!👍👍👍✌
Have you ever thought about getting a sprouter? You would have fresh greens all the time and it's very small. We have a couple of videos showing them.
Fresh sprouts are great but require daily rinsing while growing. Water in a van is a precious commodity.
I'll check your channel to see if you offer an alternative to daily rinsing. Also vehicles can get too warm at time.
@@Kayte... we lived in a RV for six years and it doesn't take much water
Yes, I do. My 'sprouter' is just a small jar with a cloth over the top held on with a rubber band. Fresh micro greens all year.
Thank you again for another great video. I have been looking for one of those windshield covers for over a month for our 1995 Dodge Ram Van, thank you, I found it. That stir fry would be perfect with some shirataki noodles. Thank you again for your wonderful videos. Safe travels.
Crack pipe, rattlesnake, longhorn bull, generator, rough road, pizza and snap peas! Really! That's what I get for watching the whole video! My life sucks, going back to bed, can't compete with all that 🌛! Happy travels my friend 😊
Ashes are full of potassium and magnesium. Those cows know what they need. It’s also why it’s good to spread ashes in your gardens.
Very nice video!
Beautiful spot to stay in
Beautiful Dessert Bloom's Another Mouth Watering Pizza Nice Welcome Home Dirt road. Big Rattlesnake 😬 Can't wait to see Kelly ✌️
You can cook for me any day. Lol.
Glad to hear that you and Kelly are going to get together soon.
Generators urrr, those bulls where probably eating some kind of fat drippings from whatever the last person made, or some type of food, they don't care what's on the charcoal or wood, they'll eat it.. great location and so glad you moved away from the noise and people...
I think the cattle were eating the burnt wood because it contains minerals and salts they need.
I was going to say that it looked like the prickly pears were about to flower. Then the other cactus blooms popped up. 😊
Beautiful Landscape 😍😍😍🤤 & I'm hungry after this video 🤤👍
Thanks Brian👍👍
You know when it's not going to be chill when generators and meth pipes interrupt your Zen.
Love the frozen veg mix, so convenient and budget savy for the single meals. Cheers Brian 🤣🇦🇺
Beautiful campsite! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Great shots of the Rattler and the Bulls! 😁
Mount a small camera high on the box so you can monitor movement out front. Reversing camera with its dedicated monitor will do the trick!
Peaceful. Thanks for a look into your life ❤️
Love Prescott.
Rattlesnake pizza is delicious! Stretch the hide for barter/$. It is used mostly on hats. Use caution with the fangs, but the head and rattles are $ in your pocket!
Brian, that was a pretty good sized rattler.
Nice looking stir fry. I haven't cooked with ginger much, and I wouldn't have thought to combine it with garlic. I'm going to have to try it now. Thanks for sharing!
Cows eating charcoal... I recall something from my days in Scouts (in the 60s) that burnt toast was part of a remedy for stomach upsets. or.....poison? I'm guessing that Mother Nature has taught the bovines that activated charcoal can be a good thing. Great video, Brian. Thanks!
I saw you at Walmart last week - just made my day! Realized I had no idea what your name was. Anyway, I enjoy your videos so much. I'm headed back to Kansas tomorrow. Keep your videos coming!
Great that you have enough clearance to navigate those rougher roads! Amazing that your noisey neighbors got that "big rig" up there.
Great video, Brian. Enjoy your time with Miss Kelly when she is done with her current job.
Great videos. My wife and I both enjoy your channel. We miss Kelly. Will she be able to rejoin your adventures
Thank you 🙏 for your video
Man that rattlesnake was huge how long you think it was 8- 10ft😳
The desert is pretty but I love the forest😍 yeah charcoal is great for taking toxins out of humans too if you ever get food poisoning take a couple of capsules of charcoal
Blows me away the people that move right in on your camp spot and then run a generator. Last year I had someone move in 3 feet from my ass. I was camping where there was lots of places to camp. Like 20 miles of camping and they moved in on my ass. I couldn't believe it.
No sense in sitting around in hot weather when your house is mobile, especially with those longhorns & rattlers around. Always like your cooking. Thanks for all the new content Brian.✌️
Wow! That was a big rattle snake. I am not comfortable having a stranger camping that close to me. You are pretty handy with those chop sticks, lol. Thank you Brian for this wonderful video. Safe travels. Peace.
So, Tom. You're telling me that you know every neighbor in eye sight around your home??
I doubt that.
wheres yur better half kelly we miss not seeing you 2 together . we love seeing you . 2 camping . together brother
Interesting video! Snakes, flowers, parks, yummy dinner! All good. I respect your solution oriented thinking!
Awesome video! That snake looked to be a Mojave by the looks of the markings on his tail. Much more venomous than the eastern.
Yes, the Western Diamondback venom is actually less potent but they pump more of it into you than the eastern. Beautiful reptile none the less. ✌🏼
One can keep themselves in fairly comfortable temps when you have a home on wheels. This has always been a plus in mobile living.
Hi Brian! Your priorities are absolutely amazing. i Love how you are living the good life, enjoying everything our creator has provided for our pleasure. The wind on your face, the health enriching sunshine, the beauty of the snow, there gentle rain, with it's life giving properties, great food ideas that are full of healing vegetables. I am retired now, but I enjoy some of the very same things, even in my own back yard, way out in the country. God bless you Brian. sincerely, Louise
I like how mindful you are of the forest and the people around you. I am a tent camper and I absolutely hate generators, the noise just ruins the sounds of the forest. I read somewhere that in some places they’re limiting the amount of RVS due to the overuse of generators polluting these beautiful places.
Brian, just wanted to thank you for being such a stellar Stewart for all of us boondockers. You were definitely an inspiration for me to take the leap 4+ yrs ago. Never regretted it. And yes, cows love charcoal! Had them destroy my fire ring while munching down in Wyoming. I was like, what the heck! Safe travels, my brother, may we meet down the road..
I know I love burned toast, with lots of butter however. Maybe the supply their own butter flavoring? 🤣😂
Charcoal is great for what ails a body, they might find it medicinal!
Brian, thank you for always sharing your great adventures. Btw you should have been a chef. 🙂
Thank you for sharing the beauty of the nature around you
I hate when I find a nice quiet spot and then someone nearby runs their generator all day. Time to move! Love your videos. Thanks! 👍👍
Great video, love camp life, you found a great site.
i used to live in Prescott.. the forest is beautiful...nice hiking there
visit the downtown of prescott ... whiskey row ... interesting wild west history there
lots of "rehabs" in prescott...unfortunately, many of the residents don't go home when they are discharged.
Nice camping spots! Not sure about seeing a snake though lol!
Your videos are so peaceful, as I sit in my 4runner in the desert evening and relax before bed. I love your cooking too!
Good job on nearing 100k subscribers. That's a long haul. Been with you since you left San Diego 6 years ago. Thanks. Keep doing your thing Brother.
Smart move getting out this week! Supposed to be in the 70’s next week but the heat in the desert is inevitable!😂
Thanks for a great video, Brian!
Superstition mountains view, beautiful.
Veggies look great!:)
rattlesnakes , bulls, and smack pipes!!
you're the man dude what a video
You highlighted 2 things I love deeply: the beautiful state of Arizona and fire-grilled pizza. Enjoy tagging along on your journey. Thanks.
Glad Kelly is turning back up. Was concerned that she might have moved on and lost this treasure!! 😍
Thanks for updating and sending me the videos 📹
That was nice liked seeing that rattle snake 🐍 be safe glad you did not hurt that snake God bless you on your travels 😀
Nice to see you in the ponderosa pines. No mud and no wind means spring is on its way! Thanks for sharing the trip, etc. it’s always great to ride along Brian.
A little bit of a rattlesnake. Very cool
Your videos are very helpful in my camping experience..you are amazing
Living in So Cal is crazy, Brian. I have been craving that peace! At least I can find it through your videos.
I have a Jeep renegade Trailhawk, small car, I pull a snowmobile trailer that I converted to a camper, just so I can get to those places most others can't reach. Works for me and the wifey! Nice spot.
As always your videos are so helpful, especially on how to handle the mental attitude of dealing with the situations as they unfold. Also, enjoy your meal prep and outstanding photography. Thank you
Thanks for another great video! You have the greatest outlook and patience for van life-I definitely learn something from every one of your videos.
Having just spent my first winter in Maine, and looking at this video, I sure miss the southwest!
Would that windshield cover be good for a snow/ice storm situation too?
Great video! Getting visited by a herd of longhorns and a rattler on the same day is special. Enjoy the next seven days.
Beautiful cows. 🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂🐂
Awesome possum. Nice job. Keep up the good work.
Always be safe out there! Love your videos.
Just a thought you could drill a hole on the box area and install a wide angle door peephole if need that comfort. As always, thank you for sharing your life with us.
Thanks for another day-in-the-life Brian.
Those steers at the last site were very used to seeing people. They are normally more skiddish than that. With horns like that they're getting some age on them too.
Your second site is a real keeper. It'll be a nice couple weeks there.
Between the bulls and the rattlesnake, I'd be moving on. I like your spice rack.
I've been hanging a hummingbird feeder since last Thanksgiving. Those little hummers usually find it within a few hours to a day in a new location. Very entertaining to watch and fun to learn about the different species. Something you might consider. The cheapest Walmart feeder has worked the best for me, better than the pricey glass ones.
For a thin and crispy pizza crust I used 2 big burrito wraps with a sprinkle of cheese between them. so they stick together and to phem as you usually do, it makes a wonderful easy crispy crust..
Brian, your talents as a videographer have become very good. I used to watch several vanlife channels, this is the only one I still watch regularly. Thanks for the videos!
Thank you for making boondocking Great Again 🇨🇦🖖🏻be safe on the road
This is the difficulties with having a significant other. Everyone wants to know how she is doing also. Happy travels.
BEAUTIFUL PINE TREE SPOT THERE. GIT OUTTA THAT HEAY, BUMMER BOUT THEM NOISY NEIGHBORS. UUUUGH!!!! AT LEAST YOU FOUND ANOTHER SOLO SPOT. ENJOY THE WEEK!