Surviving my 2nd Winter of Extreme Van Life, Cozy Camping, Freezing Temperatures & Snow Storm
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.ย. 2024
- Recovery Needed! Surviving another Winter of Extreme Van Life in Freezing Temperatures - Blizzard, Snow Storm, Cozy Camping & Amazing Cold Beauty.
Things dont go as planned. I slide off the road and need rescue! Stuck in the ditch in a snow storm.
I started my 2024 Arctic tour on January 7th. As I am heading towards the Arctic, I help an old man recovering his vehicle from a Roadway departure snow crash! Then I end up with my own Roadway departure that I can not get out of.
I am gonna spend my entire winter on this adventure and this video is from the first 4 days in extreme winter beauty. Living my best life in the van in winter. Also flying my DJI mini 4 pro drone a lot in this video.
Part 2 of many.
#vanlife #wintervanlife
My van is a Fiat Ducato, FWD with Nokian Winter Tires. This is the same as a Ram Promaster in the USA and Canada.
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Check out this other winter van life video in the series: • Surviving my first Win...
Surviving my first Winter of Extreme Van Life, Blizzard, Snow Storm Camping & Freezing Cold which includes:
This is my complete first winter of Winter Van Life in extreme conditions in the North, living in a van during freezing temperatures. Starting in January I go through the whole winter season of snowy winter adventures from January to April, with snow storms, blizzards, extreme cold, extreme snowfall, slippery roads and some amazing winter beauty as well.
I also show you what I learned from my first winter in the van.
About me: I am a Norwegian adventurer and wilderness explorer. My youtube channel focus on outdoor wilderness adventures and exploration, backpacking, hiking, canyoneering, skiing, climbing and mountaineering. Nights spent in a tent, alone or with friends. From the snow covered mountains and misty fjords of Norway and Scandinavia to the remote plateaus of Yellowstone and the debts of the red canyons of Utah to the summit of Mt Whitney and the heart of Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park. I love the Wilderness! Email is under "For business inquiries", for general questions please comment on a video, I try to answer everyone.
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@@lauriejohnson7722 Yes you are, thank you so much and welcome, make sure to find the maps of my 2024 arctic tour in the Member posts. Or here th-cam.com/users/postUgkxGt3zitafkr5ffmAXun_LDd3wsRVrJjs4
Sometimes the adventure is also just sitting and driving around and looking at all that beauty
Indeed!
Nice of the road crew to allow you to camp. Maybe that's why you were able to help the man who skidded into the embankment. The sunset was glorious, all gold, pink and blue. Loved the time lapse. Sorry about the road mishap, after pulling to the side of the road to allow the car to pass. No good deed goes unpunished, lol. I'm glad you were not hurt on your skid off the road. The tow truck seemed to arrive in no time. I hope your van suffered no damage. Thanks my friend.
Thank you, no damage to the van, but it is always a bit nerve wrecking anyway:-)
I admire you so very much! You just take everything in stride. Nothing seems to bother you. Your videos are amazing. Thank you.
Thank you so much!
My heart dropped seeing you slide off the road. You are a warrior! Thank you for keeping us entertained, glad you are ok. I can’t believe that car didn’t even stop to help.
Thank you so much! Yes I thought about that afterwards, but they probably didnt check the Mirrors
The photography is superb ! You are a pro. Beautiful! Beautiful!
Thank you so much!
Your videos are very entertaining and enjoyable to watch)))
Glad you like them!
I remember Lillehammer from the Winter Olympics
Yep, thats the place
Huff, godt det er gode hjelpere ute. Nydelig film, flott himmel❤
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Hi Jarl love your videos , cheers from Boston
Cheers and thank you!
Such beautiful sites
Thanks Tom!
Your videos are very entertaining and enjoyable to watch no matter how long they are we the subscribers really appreciate your channel and it's content,you gave me something other than TV to watch this morning thanks 👍👍.
Thank you so much 😊
You’re lucky the van didn’t turn over all the way 🫣🫣🫣🫣
Yeah, that would have been no fun, but it has a low centre of weight, so it takes a bit more than this
Watching your fantastic video again up here in the very windy Shetland Islands 😊
Nice, thanks!
Hi I love campers and I like your videos ❤thanks for your efforts 🎉🙏🏻🌹🌹🌹
Thanks for watching Mary!
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@@NorwegianXplorer you're welcome 😊
just discovered this channel, this guy is doing what I wish I could do, I love bad weather and go out in every storm, went for a walk in the blizzard of 78 in Boston and I love when he cooks lol! I love these videos!!!
Thanks David, he appreciates it
I enjoy your vidéos always beuiteful incridble Norway i went to Norway in November i will came back in summer.
Nice! Thank you!
Wow, you were very fortunate that off road wasn't worse. A little steeper would've been a total disaster. Good to know people will stop to check to see if you're OK. So glad no damage to your home 🙏❄️❄️❄️❄️☕️💯
Yes I am glad to! Thank you!
You are so kind. I appreciate also how much you love and enjoy the views and scenery in Norway. Great video!
Thank you very much!
Μπράβο έχω δει πολλά βίντεο σας όλα είναι πολύ ωραία
Thank you!
Looks like you’re driving so fast on that ice. I’d be scared lol
It just looks like it on camera, probably going 35mph
good Chef , i am mouthwatering
Haha, i am not a chef no, I just make simple meals that i can handle in my van:-)
loving your trip, by the way tried your wrap burger tonight perfect winter food.
That is awesome to hear Martyn!
I’m so glad you are back on the road. Being in the drivers seat with you sometimes scares me cause it seems like you are flying so I worry about you slipping off the road. But you are okay and that is what counts.
Thank you I generally drive quite slow, it might look faster on camera, and then sometimes I double the speed of the driving footage.
No good deed goes unpunished. A hard lesson to learn. Don't pull over to let folk pass unless there's a passing place. 😊
Haha, yes, I am more careful with that now, not getting my tyre outside the tarmac
RUS 👍
As a city dweller, we hate snow, ice and all things winter. Owning a home, one, shovels and snow blows until you can't stand the cold any longer. Ice builds up on the house, downspouts and driveway, just making the trip out of the neighborhood can be dangerous. Then we watch your videos. How beautiful and serene the snow looks and is. Then you went off the road , We are so glad that you are ok. We enjoy the drone videos and pictures, showing us things we would not normally get to see. Thank you
Thank you, I agree that winter in city or town is awful, but out in nature it is stunning!
Oh my goodness.i hope you are ok after sliding off the road.Be safe 🙏
I hope so too🙏
Let the tow truck pass and go in the ditch again 😀
Lol!
Just found your channel, absolutely love it, especially the beautiful parts and the music ❤ buon viaggio
Thanks so much! 😊 and welcome!
OK Truth! The first word out of your mouth after going off the road would not be "ouch!" Mine would be "SH*T!" (Having grown up in Minnesota, USA, with snow adventures. ) But, as always, stunnning video. Winter skies the best!
Haha, Julie, I can not use words like that in my videos you know, profanity. We in Europe feel very funny about the profanity regulations that YT follows
Ha, ha, ha, what a laugh! So nice to see Chad on your TV, form Living the Van Life 😂🤣😂 I just watched him 10' ago, so cool, NorwegeanXprorer...😎
I heve forgotten your Name Mr ''NX'', and I can not see it in your details of your blogs..? I did have it, but lost it..?
I like your ''winter wilderness'' music and specialy the ''Nordland'' tune, it's all the right tipe of music for your winter Van life Blogs...💯
You and Chad, should trie to swap Vans nex winter for two weaks, it wold be so cool...☃
You have really brought the ''hevy dutty'' winter exploration to my TV in 2024 NX, I have wached you for two days, and the ''long blogs'' are very good, you don't run out of waching time. Some Blogs are so short to watch and weekly dragging, that you get bored and lost with them... I'd love to have a beer and a chat with you and Chad! Some time man. 😂🤣😂 🍺 🍺 🥃.
Thank you so much, my name is Jarl, new episode on Saturday
Thanks
Thank you so much! Really appreciate it🙏
Watching the road ahead of you as your drive is terrifying to me because all I see is an icy road and I keep thinking you’re gonna skid any moment
It is perfectly fine, not all ice are the same
As usual stunning photography. The sunrises/sunsets are truly amazing. I have to ask. Do you now lean to one side when you walk because of that slide off the road? LOL. Seriously I am so glad you and your van were not hurt. There are a couple of sayings that my friends use quite often that fit the situation you were in. One is "No good deed goes unpunished." The other is "God grant me the serenity to endure my many blessings." Truly He was looking after you. I love how calmly handle your difficulties. Much respect to you. Again thank you for that lovely photography. Stay safe and enjoy your travels. AM 😁👍👋
Thank you, I would have been more upset if there was a damage to the van of course:-)
Wow, so how does that work that you were such a good Samaritan in helping out someone else that was stuck, and you get stuck yourself. Well that doesn’t seem right. Glad to see that all is well including yourself.
And it looks like you were at it again with the folded feast (sandwich), lol. It’s on my list to make next after I saw it the first time. I’m embarrassed to say how many times I’ve made that curry mango Serrano ham pizza for myself and friends, so I won’t.
BTW, love the new garden set up with the lights 😉
Thank you Paxton:-) Glad you enjoy my food, I got some people tearing me a new one for what I make for dinner
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Wow, what a challenge! You've shown incredible resilience in surviving this harsh winter and recovering from the van crash. Inspiring stuff!
Thank you!
those drones r a photographic wonder !!!!! beautiful !!!
the sky looks like liquid fire !!!!! glad u was there to help the other van folk/s !!! good thing the big trucks came to help..... good souls !!!!!!!!! the poor guy really had no choice if he didnt want to hit the gate !!😮. bummer how once u got off the asphalt that was the end of it !!!😢. Matts off road 😅😂 that b the farthest he ever went 4 a job 😂😂!!!!. u kill me !!!! ive often wondered if u should get a small winch... portable ... 4 such a thing cuz u wasnt dug in,,, just off the worn track. withe a strap tothe poles across the road it would have been easy to get ur self back on. i'm sooo glad there was NO suspension damage or any other type !!!!!!!! that was a quick job. to be honesti often have worrieda little in the drive scenes bcuz i know soo well how fast things can go wrong on those kind of roads !!!
so my friend i ask u do they have RV trailers towed by trucks like here in america ???? the roads AND the weather dont SEEM
proper for it but it could b just how it looks through the camera lens 😊. glad ur ok !! ur 1st time so its like a right of passage 😂. Well next time mr. speedy will just have 2 go AROUND U....
and maybe learn a lesson of his own ??😮.
well another great episode is ' in the can ' ( as they used to say in hollywood b4 the digital age )
ATB AMIGO !!!!!
Thank you Tracy, there is always something more one can bring to get out of situations, but I think my van is filled up now. The out of pocket to get towed is only 45$ through the insurance company, with no penalties, so it is really good to have a proper tow truck come along and help you out. Matt should come though, the furthest he has been is around Alberquerque, and that is only a 10 hour drive for him. This would have taken him a week each way at least😝
So glad you are ok after slipping off the road, a bit unnerving. Magnificent scenery again, thank you.😊
Thanks Beril!
At approximately 57:20, you comment that you'll probably let the tow truck pass you. Since you'd have to move to the right to let him by, my only thought was: nooooooooo, not again! :)
Lol
Beautiful winter drive. Stunning landscape and winter skies. And your music is the perfect accompaniment! 😊👍
Many thanks Stan:-)
You let them pass and they didn't stop to help you. They had to see you go off road.
I was thinking so, but you never know
Please be careful
Always!
Lovely mountain scenes and skies... Fantastic.
And that recovery man certainly knew a few tricks :D
Yeah it was nice and easy to get out of the situation.
고생하셨군요
Thanks for the support!
Doğa hep güzel,dört mevsim...keyfli tatlı maceralı rotalar olsun..
Thank you!
I’m impressed with Jarl’s edits and the crispness of the video. Well done.
Much appreciated Pete!
So glad you got out....amazing views and another peaceful watch....thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for helping that man out, a good deed never goes unnoticed.
I feel it was my duty, but thank you:-)
Beautiful sunset! ❤And thank you for being a kindhearted man!😊
You are so kind!
Chad was the first guy i saw living the van life story. Now there are several hundred of people doing this . I only follow a few of you guys .... love winter blizzard type stories
Thanks Samuel, he was one of the first ones for me as well
But i still watch you more 😁
I appreciate that very much🙏
I'm just amazed at the beauty of the places you're at. I wish one day my children go out and explore the world and I'd be right there with them. Not physically, but in their hearts.
Yes, It is quite a treat to be able to do this. I am grateful!
I was gutted for you after your good deed of helping someone out of their own snow accident to see you stuck in a ditch and wondering if anyone would stop to offer help. Glad there was lots of people stopping to check. Glad you got towed out without damage to your van.
Funny, I follow Chad's channel too and when I found yours, I said oh wow, it's Chad's Norwegian cousin because I think there is a slight resemblance between the 2 of you.
I love Chad's snowy trips and Arctic adventures also, lovely snowy scenery State side also.
Thank you Carole🙏
I like to call that " I just made a memory I won't forget"😊
Yes, exactly, and I got to share it with you:-)
Your Norwegian extraordinary majestic scenery exceeds many of our New Mexico enchanting sunsets. Thank you for being a great Good Samaritan. Wow, on your wraps!
Thank you too!
When humans need help there are still plenty of good souls like you to lend a hand..sometimes the world can appear to be calloused but it still does have good...
My goodness those colors in the skies are amazing...
Thank you
Clouds touching the mountains ...how does God do that...ummm ummm mmm..
Extreme beauty. Watching you is like being with a friend , accept my friends don't drive in Norway. Love the eerie music you play with your video.Just getting rain, rain and more rain here in the Northwest. Take care!
Thank you Candym always happy to have you along!
That van makes any situation homey. I would love to live the life you lead!!! Thanks for the videos.
Thanks Mark, I am loving it!
You had just helped someone who was stuck. So glad people asked you if you were ok. Your'e always so calm and patient. Love your videos. Beautiful scenery and interesting footage.
Thank you so much Jeanette🙏
Hi, Love your videos , I am so glad that you didn't tip over & i hope there isn't any damage to your beautiful van , Glad you are safe 🙏 🙏🙏🙏. Take care ❤
Thanks so much Theresa!
Best filmer on TH-cam and beyond! I enjoy it very much, thans yoy!
Wow, thanks so much!
Hayalim benim bir karavanda dünyayı gezmek ben tır şöförüyüm bir çok ülkeye gittim özellikle norveç osso çok soğuk sen iyi bir insansın sana bol şanş diliyorum
Thanks! Safe driving my friend!
So glad your van was ok Jarl, thank you for all your beautiful videos you make for us.
Glad you like them John!
Mishaps must be so easy in those conditions. So glad no apparent damage. Thanks for another great video. Stunning sky shots.
Thank you Brian!
Beautiful and I like how you dress your clothing very sharp very nice helping a stranger 😊
You mean my pajamas or my vintage wool sweather, lol, thanks so much!
your photography is superb...and music.....watching the natural dramatic landscapes .......while you are safely in a dimly lit and cozy space.....love the snow and scenery.......thnx a mil
Thank you so much!
Great video. The mountain colors spectacular! At least the only thing hurt was pride? Not the van. That was a rut. Hopefully the last time that happens.
All good Butch, dont think it affected my pride, but I am always glad that something like this happens in a safe and controlled manner. You learn something from it, like now I know not to trust the plow sticks a 100% and leave a safety margin because they can be placed a bit too far from the tarmac.
Thanks for sharing this beautiful journey with us.
Thank you sooo much dear friend, really appreciate your support!!!!
Getting Matt’s off road recovery would cost a lot of money to get them there.
Maybe you should think about getting a farm jack and other recovery items.
😂😂😂 probably 10.000 times more expensive than my 45$ out of pocket
@@NorwegianXplorer $45 dollars is cheap! If I got towed out like you I bet it would cost over $100 easy. Keep doing what you are doing it is all great!
Yes, anything below 1000$ is considered cheap here, but the out of pocket is pretty good deal here for roadside assistance.
Oh man! This is making me miss my winter arctic adventures. Beautiful terrain and shots. Nicely done!
Thanks man! Really love your Arctic adventures, been watching all the episodes!
Even the Norwegian Explorer messes up lol. Glad it wasn’t serious! Beautiful scenery as always!
Right?! Thank you Bea!
Amazing time in nature unforeseeable 👍Power camper🐎🐎🐎🐎
Thank you!
Enjoying your arctic series . Beautiful scenery and sunsets .So glad you and your van are ok. Loving the van lighting and decorations . You have inspired me to start decorating our new van . The burger wraps look delish . Matt’s off road recovery , hilarious !
Lol, glad you think so. Matt have given me lots of joy, a bit far for him to travel. "So we got a call about a van that is stuck in the snow, in Norway" lol
epic adventure the love the mood music thank you
Awesome, thanks Gerald
BEAUTIFUL scenery in the mountains. Love the winter scenes along your drives and camp sites and the gorgeous skies out there. Cannot beat seeing the cold winter scenes and then the warm beautifully lit van interior with steaming hot coffee! Lovely. I enjoyed seeing your garden greenery along your decor lights. I always appreciate the ambience in your van at night - or early in the morning. So glad you are OK with running off the road. I know your heart sank when it happened. It sure did not sound good. It warmed my heart to see those government snow truckers help that unfortunate man who was stuck in the ice and snow. Now that shows a culture with heart, human blood, and compassion. Even though they may not have been approved to do that and it was not their problem, they helped out anyway on the spot. In America????? Not sure that would happen with government personnel of today. Maybe in a very small local area. And you went right out in your PJs and shoveled and helped all you could and stayed with the man. It is wonderful to see people helping older folks. I like the idea that you give your Patreon's access to detailed maps of your journeys. That is awesome! Wonderful journey today. Stay safe and warm. Blessings.
Thank you so much for you kind comment my friend🙏
glad you are safe 🙏💒
Thanks Joey!
Thank you for taking us with you on your adventures
Thank you for watching, and supporting!
Thank you so much for these.
...now I remember.
Thanks, remember what?
Hærlig video fra fine områder ❄️👌
Takk Stig, I Lofoten nå, dette blir heftig🫣
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Takk:-)
What wonderful images of Norway in winter. It's high on my bucket list to do that too. Especially to see the lofoten. Looking forward to continuing your beautiful journey.
Regards,
Jeroen.
Thanks for watching!
Мы рады, что с Вами все хорошо и Вы продолжите снимать красивые пейзажи.
Thank you!
Beautiful mountain views. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it Harry!
Thank you again for another fabulous video. I sure hope it wasn't too expensive for that tow truck. Blessings, Jarl 😊
Thank you Minola, out of pocket it is only 45$ actually, thats a good roadside coverage inusrance.
Glad it all ended well! Take care, Jarl
Thanks Lona!
Magnifique paysage. La belle nature très bien filmé. Incroyable beauté. Merci 👍
Thank you!
The snow has cushioned the impact , avoiding damages to the shock absorbers and steering gears
Yes
Another awesome video the drone shots always blow my mind but I am always left with 100 questions in my mind after watching 😂.
Lol! Thanks so much!
First of all, I'm so glad you're ok. Those roads look very dangerous. 2nd I love your country!! No matter what you film......the nature always looks like a Bob Ross painting. Absolutely beautiful and stunning. Look forward to your next video ❤
Thank you Jean!
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Well thank you for that:-)
Long time subscriber, who always "smashed" the "LIKE" button & Patreon supporter, here.
Warm Regards from far away, Reno, Nevada, U.S.A.
Always here to support Bill, really appreciate you!
Wonderful video. So pleased nothing appears to be broken.
Thank you!
Hey Jarl you are amazing , lucky it wasn't worse glad you got your van out safely,awesome scenic views, the video of the clouds was absolutely beautiful,nice of you to help the person with the accident, I admire your videos flawless like a painting , stay safe out there
Thank you so much Sonia🙏
Som vanligt en bra och underhållande video! 😊 Hälsningar från grannlandet 🇸🇪
Hei! Takk for det🙏
Glad you’re OK. Thought it was great you were watching Chad!
Thanks, yeah he has some cool stuff I think!
So do you! The scenery is spectacular!
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Oh my gosh I am so glad that the ever Mr Gentleman and your van are still ok😮 I was hoping that you would have gone into Lillehammer for a burger so we could see what this famous town looks like 😊😊
Thank you for a brilliant video and take care of you ❤️
Thank you Vivienne, Lillehammer town is actually quite boring lol!
The scenery is so beautiful.
Thank you!
Great vid Jarl. A heavy duty tow strap is a must. Catch a plow truck or someone with traction. Yeah, keep big yellow's number handy. Beautiful country. You've been o the top of most of those places and camped there as well. Get a little older that's still fun but in small doses. Take care
Yes, i have been on many of those mountains, luckily we have really good tow services via our car insurance here, only an out of pocket of 45$ and no penalties for roadside assistance and glass damage.
Yep sometimes things don't go the way you plan, but thank goodness you're okay. It would be terrible to get stranded in a situation like that but you were prepared. That's the key. Beautiful scenery and drone footage! Are there any plans for some hiking and tent camping? I enjoyed watching your adventures Jarl! Take care and stay safe out there!
Thanks Scooter! I have my gear with me, but I am in the north and the weather is shit, the days only have 4 hours of daylight, so not quite yet.
❤ WOW that was incredible how u didn't tip over. Such a experience I guess u won't be doing that again. I'm glad u was able to to get a tow truck out there. Gotta take the rain or snow with the sunshine. Such a beautiful place. Our snow is almost gone and it's supposed to be up l in the 60's after being down to -30 last week. Thanks for putting the day down wen u filmed it I like knowing the date, take care and stay safe my friend..... ❤️💙💚💕🥶
Thank you Pat!
Sadly, record warm temperatures are forecast Sunday thru Tuesday.
Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada, U.S.A.
All is well that ends well ! 😉 As YOU showed your great heart by helping that older man, I'm glad you could be helped TOO ! (however I saw two cars that didn't stop.....) Did any things in kitchen or bathroom get broken ? I hope not ! - Unendlessly beautiful snow-sceneries ! And that SUNSET in pink and red and golden colours...undescribably magnificent ! Thank you so much for sharing, Jarl ! 💜💛💚 And I wish you good luck and to arrive safe on Lofoten !
I am in Lofoten now, hurricane coming tomorrow, I guess that is my lot in life🤷♂️ Nothing was damaged in the van as far as I can tell
I'm sure you will survive that storm, as usual ! Hopely without dammage.... Lofoten in winter, I presume this is quite new for you.... I guess all sceneries will be white.... Enjoy every moment ! And keep yourself warm !
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I feel so bad that happened to you. You are always so helpful to anyone in trouble .Living in Canada I know how easy that kind of situation can happen but its still upsetting.
Thank you, it all worked out well:-)