Surviving a Record-Breaking Snowstorm in a Van | (8ft/2.5m) Extreme Blizzard Camping

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  • @davidkost418
    @davidkost418 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +274

    I see a lot of channels use storms and weather as clickbait. Maybe a little rain or snow but not a blizzard or horrid storm they say in the titles. Yours was not clickbait! What a storm! Huge blizzard! Kudos! Loved the video. Thanks

    • @AfTEr-DEath-LifE4u
      @AfTEr-DEath-LifE4u หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      True

    • @BruceLund-is1sy
      @BruceLund-is1sy 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I live in a soft climate, so it great to see extremes. In Tasmania we get snow, but it's still fun to slip into the mountains camping. We just have to hike to get there

    • @oleggorky906
      @oleggorky906 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      You’re so right. Recently, I saw a video where a guy claimed that he was camping out in temperatures of -45.
      It’s not that I’m calling that other guy a liar … it’s just that the lake that he was next to wasn’t even frozen over, there was no snow nor hoar frost on the ground, or on any of the trees …
      They must think that their viewers are absolutely stupid and believe anything that they say.
      But yeah, I’ve seen this guy tackle some epic blizzards … he’s never exaggerated about the weather to get clicks, it’s always been the real deal as far as storms go.

  • @kuzadupa185
    @kuzadupa185 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +909

    Oh! One last suggestion. I attach a bright neon color flag to my antenna so it can be seen when snow gets dumped on the van. Makes it easier to find my way back in a storm. Ive glued strips of reflective tape to the flag so it remains stiff AND makes super easy to find said flag/truck with a flashlight, even in darkest and worst storms

    • @jessicanaser2939
      @jessicanaser2939 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Looks like he is in a driveway. There is a little (house, cabin, chalet) right by his van @ 15:07 in this video.

    • @childofthe1livinggod
      @childofthe1livinggod 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      @@jessicanaser2939that’s a bathroom.

    • @lmiller1413
      @lmiller1413 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Great ideas!!!

    • @KathleenHoban
      @KathleenHoban 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      It has been suggested in many comments that he put a flag on his antenna. He has never followed that advice.

    • @karlacomenzind3987
      @karlacomenzind3987 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      An orange flag...can see orange the furthest away.

  • @mikilengyel6679
    @mikilengyel6679 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +769

    So let’s see… he is in a AWD camper with chains. He seems to be well stocked. He’s in a place where the plows come by. There are open facilities. He has heat and shelter. He has tools, shovels. Take a lesson in preparedness, enjoy your adventures. Be safe

    • @CakesTv1337
      @CakesTv1337 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      and the award for most judgemental piece of shit goes too

    • @TRS-Tech
      @TRS-Tech 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      He is well prepared that's for sure. I used to explore some remote places to and the best thing I ever purchased was my EPURB so if your in trouble you can get help.

    • @jadenquest9544
      @jadenquest9544 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      ​@@TRS-Techwell said

    • @terrybianco
      @terrybianco 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Next time bring a portable commode

    • @TRS-Tech
      @TRS-Tech 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@terrybianco instead of one that doesn't move ?

  • @asleptir
    @asleptir 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +387

    What I like mostly about this van, and what makes it different from the others, is the fact it is completely safe/ closed, so when you are inside, in the wild and unkonwn places surrounded with God knows which kind of threat, you can relax.

    • @nigganeil1
      @nigganeil1 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Every van is closed you bot

    • @Philip_Taylor
      @Philip_Taylor 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Female mentality. Next you will be living on the top floor to feel safer, bless.

    • @tubeyou6794
      @tubeyou6794 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      do you think a blacked out window where noone can lok inside would change something?

    • @Philip_Taylor
      @Philip_Taylor หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Haha, somebody deleted my reply.
      In other words: make sure you are legally able to defend yourself with something that shoots straight. All the best!

    • @JL-mc2dx
      @JL-mc2dx หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      This is exactly how I’m building my van but I’m never leaving the door open in a blizzard 😮

  • @kentonseydellaolcp4785
    @kentonseydellaolcp4785 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +710

    A reminder to treat your door seals with silicone spray or stick and tent zippers with wax. Nothing worse than being trapped inside and not being able to get out or in.

    • @neethadesilva5747
      @neethadesilva5747 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +48

      Or vaseline

    • @VeraSkoma
      @VeraSkoma 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

      My brain for some reason didn't process the beginning of the sentence, I thought the 'seals' was talking about the aquatic animal.. I was so very confused. Hahaha

  • @Janet_scribbles
    @Janet_scribbles 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +76

    I love our built out Ford van. It is our 4th build. My husband is a retired home builder so these have been fun for him. The sense of shelter anywhere you go is wonderful. Bed, food, toilet and even hot shower. We have traveled the USA in 5 or so trips. Am hoping for one more but cancer getting the better of me now.

    • @jimorr820
      @jimorr820 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      In my prayers

    • @kaka3661able
      @kaka3661able 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Keep going strong ❤we are here for you ❤️

    • @cavscout7113
      @cavscout7113 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      May God Bless and keep you.

    • @beautifulwaterfall222
      @beautifulwaterfall222 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Damn the cancer. I rebuke it for you! Go on that last trip!

    • @BB49
      @BB49 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Try carnivo keto, don't stop trying!!!

  • @FeliciaMarie727
    @FeliciaMarie727 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +114

    Is it just me or do anyone else be in bed pretending you are on this amazing adventure with him until you fall asleep 😊

  • @Janet_scribbles
    @Janet_scribbles 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    My husband and I spent a night like this in our van, loved it!.

  • @maybee...
    @maybee... 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +239

    Waxing your skies with an iron, 😊 nice.
    One note to anyone who like to camp in the snow be careful running your car, it could asphyxiate you. Make sure your tail pipe is clear to get enough fresh air.
    This was quite a storm.

    • @kathy9314
      @kathy9314 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      Good advice on the exhaust pipe I know of two people that died because of the exhaust pipe being parked in a snow drift.

    • @rxonmymind8362
      @rxonmymind8362 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      I read about three teenagers that died sleeping in their car to avoid paying hotel fees. I feel bad for their parents.

    • @jbuckley2546
      @jbuckley2546 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Well said.

    • @louise7552
      @louise7552 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@kathy9314 how can this happen. Your in the car and the exhaust is outside??? You don't have a hose coming into your car, like your trying to commit that terrible S word..confused non driver. Thankyou.

    • @jaywatty8728
      @jaywatty8728 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@rxonmymind8362Indiana?

  • @riverduck3
    @riverduck3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +49

    Now it is August, the heat and humidity are literally killing me, so I watch wonderful videos of snow such as yours. But yours is truly the BEST!!!! Your personality, the easy-going way that you see things, the fun things you do...I see me 40 years ago before I got so sick. Keep going my friend!

    • @joiedevivre7376
      @joiedevivre7376 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Drink a lot of water in my friend!

    • @wendi2819
      @wendi2819 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I'm sitting here with a heat advisory too. We've hit 100+ several days in a row. The snow looks wonderful. All I was thinking when he'd get out for the bathroom was, " you should've parked closer to the building." Ha! The Sequoias sequence was amazing. That took alot of work to place cameras and then retrieve them. So beautiful!

  • @deniseockey6204
    @deniseockey6204 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +134

    After watching this channel for a few years, I know that you love big snow storms. So, when I heard about the blizzard coming, I knew there was no chance you would miss this. I think the storm lived up to and more than expected!

    • @leeallred1337
      @leeallred1337 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I truly respect anyone for following their dreams he's amazing!

  • @OSUfan757
    @OSUfan757 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    This is precisely why when I make my bus, I fully intend on having a full bathroom on board lol

  • @Piolin333
    @Piolin333 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +118

    You need some yellow or other color besides white tape on the upper part of your van so people can see it in the snow. You're doing what I've always dreamed of. Be safe👍

  • @hectorduncan7449
    @hectorduncan7449 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +54

    If you were my son, I'd be very proud of you. I'm sure you've parents that watch these vidoes and are extremely proud of you. well done fella.

    • @JeffyG
      @JeffyG 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Proud for doing your thing, but how do eventually integrate back into a more common lifestyle….later? The instinct to keep moving, live nomadic, doesn’t go away.

    • @walterwine
      @walterwine 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JeffyG nah he doing fine

  • @chawk2918
    @chawk2918 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    You’ve got the coziest van set up of any I’ve ever seen. Thanks for sharing.

    • @ginamcduff117
      @ginamcduff117 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It's a lovely van but he needs a cleaner 😂😂😂😂 ❤

  • @vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022
    @vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    Enjoy it. Many young people dont have the money to enjoy what you've got and many older people with the money don't have the stamina!

  • @gAIL-w7r
    @gAIL-w7r 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +124

    You have the most amazingly perfect van build. I haven't seen anything nicer than yours.

    • @Erin-Thor
      @Erin-Thor 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      It does kinda need a restroom 😊

    • @-yg4ky
      @-yg4ky 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I like his van most😊

    • @brussell9609
      @brussell9609 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      It's nice inside. Would prefer a toilet though! 😂

    • @1whitneypage
      @1whitneypage 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree! I love it

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You haven't looked then. Lol. There are a plethora of amazing builds.

  • @Toltecgrl
    @Toltecgrl 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    The sequoias are beautiful!! After all the dry years we had, the Sequoias needed these storms!! 🤗🤗

  • @nedkelly2677
    @nedkelly2677 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    The ski ride in the Sequoia forest was really magic. Thank you for sharing.

  • @RelaxFireplace4KTV-vq9gp
    @RelaxFireplace4KTV-vq9gp 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    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

  • @robinbourgault86
    @robinbourgault86 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +150

    As I was watching the news over the weekend, I told my husband, “there’s this great YT channel by a guy named Everest…” I was so excited to see the notification that you posted!!!!!❄️❄️❄️❄️🌬️🌬️🌬️😱😱😱😱

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +40

      Haha thank you! No way I was missing this storm

    • @CJLane-62
      @CJLane-62 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      ​@@TravelersTaleLet the Haters Hate, but You do You,As it's your life!
      B, knowing that it's possibly going to Snow the next couple of days, I Personally would not have dug out my vehicle as Snow is great Insulation and if I knew I had enough food to last a while I would have hunkered down and rode the Storm out, and Trust me I normally carry at least a 2 week supply just in case of situations just like that! Would rather be Over Prepared than under prepared but would have dug out tailpipe just too crank up the engine and charge my batteries!

    • @oldrust601
      @oldrust601 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TravelersTale hi are you messaging me asking me to message you on telegram ??? Because I got 3 messages with your picture asking me to message you on telegram,. Now if you're not then theirs someone acting like you asking your subscribers to message him on telegram... And he gives them a story on how he loves the adventures.... But again if it's not you.. you should no what's going on

  • @randomlyentertaining8287
    @randomlyentertaining8287 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    FINALLY! A video that says "blizzard" ACTUALLY has a REAL blizzard in it.
    That's a like, favorite, and subscription in my book.

  • @dhunter5732
    @dhunter5732 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +412

    WOW! The amount of negativity towards this young man is unbelievable. Have any of you haters seen his other videos? Most likely no! He is young and living HIS life, NOT YOURS. Plus, this is HIS HOME and has been for some time. He’s parked in a safe place and has everything he needs. He let’s his friends/family know where he is and he probably checks in although we may not see that part. But some of you are being so close minded and are immediately judging him when you don’t even know him or how he handles himself in these extreme conditions. Check out his other videos and hopefully you’ll think differently. He’s not out there harming anyone at all. Enjoy yourself to the fullest @TravelersTale! YOLO ✌🏽😎

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +87

      Haha I appreciate it! Yeah I think most viewers missed the part where I camp in every extreme weather event there is all winter

    • @JaneDoe-ob3tq
      @JaneDoe-ob3tq 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      Thank you! I was going through the comments thinking obviously these people have not watched his videos. He let's everybody know where he is and if he runs out of propane, I'm sure he has another plan. Geez these people are annoying.

    • @JosephBarnowski
      @JosephBarnowski 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Here Here !! Just think how much the World would be if people minded their own business and spent their time and energy living their own Lives!!

    • @ripgeorgie3156
      @ripgeorgie3156 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      Who cares about the haters when you are getting over a million views .... 🍾

    • @lazloperry5242
      @lazloperry5242 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      The videos are cool! The dozens of ads aren't. That's why I report these videos as terrorism. Doesn't do much but makes me feel fuzzy and warm inside

  • @KehHs-l8b
    @KehHs-l8b หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I stayed 4 days in a van during blizzard Sandy on the east coast. Couldn't get the van unstuck for a week. Snow came down faster than three of us could shovel it. Thank God for a 20 pound propane tank a buddy heater a stove and food. What a party we had. Finally the national guard got us pulled out by their Humvee.

  • @patshankle3281
    @patshankle3281 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    ❤❤Its a good thing u chained up wen u did. Thats a CRAZY amount of snow in a short time. Glad u enjoyed it. We love watching it from 65° Kansas. 😮

  • @bigmac3006
    @bigmac3006 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +110

    To all those who are chastising this young man for being adventurous, I'm sure he has thought this out completely and is super prepared. Besides, did you notice the snow plows going by?? So just relax everybody and enjoy this fine video. SPOILER ALERT...he lives through this.

    • @CrystalMang0
      @CrystalMang0 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Accidents happen...

    • @cyby124
      @cyby124 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      yeah too much comments hating for little reason.
      people wont put them selfs in danger for a bit of views. or at least not this guy

    • @lmiller1413
      @lmiller1413 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      There is no hate here. As a mother who was at her grown son's bedside in the hospital because he failed to listen to her warnings, trust us. This is not hating. This comes from experience as a mother who cares about the welfare of all. So when we say" wear a florescent vest, clear the tailpipe, bring a second pair of socks, pack the carbon monoxide detector, and fall in love." Smile and say, " Good points, I'll do that" As mothers, we get to pull the mother card-anytime we want. Going through labor, we've earned that ;) nuff said.

    • @dianereeves1462
      @dianereeves1462 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      He should never park that close to snow and ice piles with his exhaust. It doesn’t take much to clog that and then you have big trouble.

    • @azieldaly2965
      @azieldaly2965 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@dianereeves1462 OK survival expert.

  • @MariaWelsh-lu6fg
    @MariaWelsh-lu6fg 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Yeesss! He did it! I was wondering if you were going to hit the storm! Yaaay! This was a mother of a storm and we need to All congratulate you on the feat. I pray wholeheartedly that there was no deaths. This was something to remember and You were there. I'm proud, good job. Stay safe and Sweet as always. You deserve it!🩷🙏🏼🙌🏻🩷❄️⚡️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

  • @bizzylizzyplue
    @bizzylizzyplue 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'll never forget, my cousin and I took amtrak through the Sierras and Cascades not this past winter but the one before and the snow was so deep. The conductor said it was as deep as 18 feet in some places. I remember a railroad crossing where the snow was so deep no car could have gotten through and the drifts were insane. Those atmospheric rivers the past two winters in the Sierra and Cascades have dumped a bonkers amount of snow. Really enjoyed this video of yours.

  • @Erin-Thor
    @Erin-Thor 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    I would have gone for a bright RED 🟥 vehicle myself. I’d be worried about another vehicle seeing me camouflaged in the snow. 😳🤣

    • @ThatGuy182545
      @ThatGuy182545 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      One of the reasons people outfit vehicles like this is to “stealth camp” in parking lots and such. Places where a van might not be out of place parking overnight, but someone camping there might draw the ire of local law enforcement or property owners.
      A brightly coloured vehicle draws the eyes in that situation, which is exactly what you want to avoid.

    • @Philip_Taylor
      @Philip_Taylor 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Red Transits are hard to find in any country.

    • @Erin-Thor
      @Erin-Thor 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ThatGuy182545 - True… but in a snowstorm? 😳

  • @JILL0704USA
    @JILL0704USA 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    To be young and adventurous again. Nice to see this fellow enjoying his life. Best wishes!

    • @riverduck3
      @riverduck3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I thought about my younger self, and felt that I would have been in heaven being there.

  • @elle45789
    @elle45789 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    when you backed in, I'm curious as to why you shoveled out to open the doors. Why not pull forward 3 feet?

    • @stuwest3653
      @stuwest3653 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      because the parking lot gets plowed

  • @JCHAN-qd3rz
    @JCHAN-qd3rz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    You eat better in your van than many do at home. Great adventure.

  • @joellenfawcett9404
    @joellenfawcett9404 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    WOW! That was insane, I was waiting for a video from someone who headed up to the Sierra Nevada storm. Thanks for giving us a Birds Eye view of it. It’s nice that you have a nice warm van for shelter where you can cook and sleep. It looks like you had a nice time. Thanks for sharing❤

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Mark.sSenger
    @Mark.sSenger 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    That's the kinda snow ww had on the 80s on alberta canada 🇨🇦 I loved it.😊

  • @occamsrazor7939
    @occamsrazor7939 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I'm living in Texas. We don't get to see snow very often. Thank you for sharing. I really did enjoy seeing the beautiful snow.

    • @reo7575
      @reo7575 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He has Texas plates on this van.

  • @liveinyotruth9107
    @liveinyotruth9107 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I respect you . I know that regardless of the weather & measures you go through, you’re at peace . ❤❤

  • @SRTPVV
    @SRTPVV 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    U should add a bright color strip or something to ur van since you like being in snow, to make it easier to see your white van in case of emergencies

  • @theeladyw2010
    @theeladyw2010 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Personally I can’t stand snow, but this young man loves the snow and everything in it.

    • @riverduck3
      @riverduck3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are very fortunate that you can tolerate heat. It kills me, and now with MS, it will kill me.

  • @bamaguy5000
    @bamaguy5000 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Gotta say many folks could actually learn from this dude, has everything he needs for survival.

  • @barbatloosenutproductions2027
    @barbatloosenutproductions2027 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    🎶 Oooh, the weather outside is frightful, but in here, my dear, it's delightful! 🎶 😊 Let it snow! ❄

  • @devonneshort4749
    @devonneshort4749 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    OMG awesome footage on the ski's🙂 Crazy storm In Tahoe and Truckee and Donner pass

  • @jolemire2546
    @jolemire2546 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Chicken Cordon Bleu!!!!! Very Nice!!! Et pas de 'minute rice' 😉

  • @rosemarymurphy5767
    @rosemarymurphy5767 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    You finally got smart your taking our advice putting chains on after you part the van. Make sure you have clearance around the van from snow. Have a safe camping trip in van sounds like heaven to camp in van.Be safe . Wow chocolate covered strawberries yummy with a little wine sounds good.

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Part?

    • @rosemarymurphy5767
      @rosemarymurphy5767 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Poeticfloetic park the van sorry have kids to watch when I type this

  • @Judy.LoveandLightAlways
    @Judy.LoveandLightAlways 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    14:13 omg that is the biggest tree I have ever seen. 😮 I have never seen, touched, felt, snow, hence why I adore this video. Hate summer, adore winter.. Thank you so much. Kindest thoughts to you and your family and Fur babies from Australia.

    • @WiCkEd1213
      @WiCkEd1213 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That is a Giant Sequoia, the largest tree species in the world by mass/volume. Nearly as tall as Redwoods while having larger trunk sizes. Truly something to behold.

  • @1ChiMom68
    @1ChiMom68 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Make sure backing up that snow doesn't impact the tailpipe. Cuz it will freeze into ice after the engine is off and the engine won't start... That's a tip I learned from well .. experience😅😅

  • @alexlefevre3555
    @alexlefevre3555 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    21:55 was such a good shot of just how fast those large flakes were falling!
    I love the cold and a solid snowstorm. You had this all very well thought out and seemed to be smartly over prepared. Thanks for taking me on this journey with you!

  • @allegrosotto2126
    @allegrosotto2126 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    On a hot day down under this is the perfect time to watch it!

    • @janetrussell2908
      @janetrussell2908 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂

    • @leahlucid_
      @leahlucid_ 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      reminds me of way back when, i showed my WoW friend in adelaide snow off my webcam for the first time hehehe

    • @newbleppmore7855
      @newbleppmore7855 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      its 18c and im wearing jumpers

  • @jonaspete
    @jonaspete 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The inside of the van looks so quiet and calm but the outside is so loud with howling wind.

  • @Brian-os9qj
    @Brian-os9qj 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Wild and crazy, dude. Did a lot of heavy snow travel up there. But never allowed up there in this monumental snowfall. Kinda jealous really. Thx for the post. Be safe. You prepared well.

  • @LeafMobbMusic
    @LeafMobbMusic 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    this van is the most beautiful build ive seen so far, honestly.

  • @frederickbelak9560
    @frederickbelak9560 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Great program,but I would be scared to be locked in that bathroom either because the lock didn't work right or the door froze shut,in that storm.
    It did happen to me one time, luckily for me I had my phone on me I was in an area with good phone service and it was a recreation place that a lot of people were around,and the weather was not too cold or hot.
    But forever made me extra cautious in my many travels everywhere.

  • @kuzadupa185
    @kuzadupa185 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Suggestion for dry floors. Get one of those mats thats thick rubber and made of open cells, like bee hive. Keep at front wheres door. Immidietly after it, lay down an old towel, folded. Have on hand 3 or 4 towels, and rotate as wet ones dry.
    Ive used this method for offroading in snow or mud or both and it helps grab all the snow that falls from my boots and jacket and pants/shell. A smaller towel is great to use as a "smacker" and i smack the back of my pants and jackets (and arse if feeling naughty!) To dust off all the snow clinging to me. I keep the towels in a small old milk crate which allows any water to leak out and out the van/truck.
    I dont have any meaningful suggestions because its obvious you're aware on some level what can be dangerous and you are having extreme fun.
    Good for you! Keep it up and try to remain safe:)

  • @richierich4810
    @richierich4810 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I can't tell you how lucky you are. I would love to have been in that snow storm!

  • @louisrb6106
    @louisrb6106 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    We get 3cm of snow in the UK & the country grinds to a halt, so fair play to you my friend! 👍👍

  • @mchiemy
    @mchiemy 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Wow your stroll through the Sequoias looks so amazing! I went to the Sequoia National Park during summer and I was in awe already but the snow brings a new element. Beautiful!

  • @DIVINGSTRONGER
    @DIVINGSTRONGER หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve never seen such trees in all my life. They’re absolutely gorgeous thanks for sharing.

  • @Pianoguy1987
    @Pianoguy1987 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    You are a braver man than me, Everest. But, I always look forward to watching your videos. I love the cold and snow, but I’ve got nothing on you! Stay safe bro!

  • @CatherineIngram-kn5ef
    @CatherineIngram-kn5ef 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This level ten asmr the snow crunching 😂😂😂😂

  • @leighmaesaka5880
    @leighmaesaka5880 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    So much snow!! The minute I started hearing weather reports of an epic blizzard in the Sierras, I said to myself, "I wonder if Everest is going to go camp in it?" AND SURE ENOUGH!! OPA!
    I loved the little bit where you jumped off the van roof into the snow. That gave me a good chuckle, and it was a good way to show just how MUCH snow there was! OMG!
    Also, your Donner Party air freshener made me laugh a LOT.

    • @lutomson3496
      @lutomson3496 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      its not epic..nor record setting last year was worse guess you buy into this propaganda and trope this twit posts and other so call "van life" idiots running into bad weather creating problems for those of us that live here

  • @laurieoder3906
    @laurieoder3906 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for letting us see the snow. We’ve all heard about it down here in Texas. Could not imagine what you were in right now. Take care of yourself.

  • @user-ek2cx9mc6u
    @user-ek2cx9mc6u 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Wonderful films. This young man is brave and adventurous. Thank you!

  • @synchronicity1470
    @synchronicity1470 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    now THAT's what I'm talkin about!!
    i appreciate your sharing these adventures!
    And LOVE when you go History or Science nerd. I am, too!

  • @kimmberlie573
    @kimmberlie573 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Incredible! You do it best! Your channel is awesome. I always love the drone while the van is moving. So talented. Stay safe Everest.

  • @mountainsnmoore256
    @mountainsnmoore256 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When I saw that they were forecasting record snowfall amount and huge winds, I knew you would be out in the middle of it! LOL! Thanks for sharing. We seldom get snow down here, even though we live on top of a mountain.

  • @neethadesilva5747
    @neethadesilva5747 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    It is what you do when you are young!!good job young man

  • @charmaccents6278
    @charmaccents6278 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow, beautiful! Glad you got out safely. Maybe have some sort of portable potty inside?

  • @llks2599
    @llks2599 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Man was watching the storm hitting the Sierras with an impressive amount of snow. I'm glad you made it there and gave us a glimpse of what it's truly like. Bravo and stay safe.

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Was truly astounding

  • @mhawk1292
    @mhawk1292 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    8:13 Bro get the ©Right of that dish before someone makes it their new launch 😂😂❤

  • @bobjarrard
    @bobjarrard 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    You have to use silicone spray on all your door seals. If you push to hard they will tear. Sometimes a hairdryer will do the trick. Bob in Nevada

  • @killaboy1202
    @killaboy1202 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Dude....one word...Seasoning. besides that cool video

  • @kerryrobinson9947
    @kerryrobinson9947 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1665

    This guy needs a dog.

    • @wengayonese1195
      @wengayonese1195 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +131

      Needs guns

    • @alexandernico8930
      @alexandernico8930 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +63

      Needs you to shush 🤫

    • @sofialsxx
      @sofialsxx 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      @@alexandernico8930?

    • @Dashingxfather
      @Dashingxfather 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Yes

    • @Osama1996.
      @Osama1996. 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +74

      Need a girl to warm him

  • @Zonaxion-SG-12
    @Zonaxion-SG-12 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just...WOW! What a beautiful surprise! I didn't expect that! That stand of Sequoias in the snow blew me away! Thank you and God bless you! You made my day!

  • @jblake1
    @jblake1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    24:44 that steering wheel is massive hahah

  • @RayRay-kl3yz
    @RayRay-kl3yz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    First time watching your channel. That weather is cuddle weather for me for sure! Like that you show your cooking skills as well what an awesome Van.....Super hot! Safe travels

  • @grahameroberts8109
    @grahameroberts8109 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    You left on your ski hike WITHOUT a rescue kit? Crazy! 🙈🙏😱☠️

  • @jimjak6947
    @jimjak6947 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can honestly say I know how you feel lol
    Its almost fun being "stranded" no stress
    about traveling but we did miss xmas one
    year even the plows couldnt clear 5 ft from
    the road that year.

  • @stephaniemcbroom9615
    @stephaniemcbroom9615 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I love your adventurist spirit.....that was insane....massive, deadly...glad you made it and are safe.. 😊

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it!!

  • @americah8844
    @americah8844 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ok, this is by far the smartest van setup ive seen. Ima do mine with this layout

  • @danswartwood4580
    @danswartwood4580 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    You got more guts than me, thank you for sharing and your APPRECIATION to your subscribers who watch your videos 😢

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are so welcome!

    • @danswartwood4580
      @danswartwood4580 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TravelersTale ya ok

  • @Noctoletsgo
    @Noctoletsgo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    That is probably one of the most insane meals I could think to make in a van, hot fat in a clsoed space.

  • @paulveenings6861
    @paulveenings6861 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a great adventure. Thank you for taking us along 🙏

  • @marilyncalvert4143
    @marilyncalvert4143 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I was born in mass and then lived in Texas for 45 years. If you keep letting that snow inside that beautiful van it’s going to ruin it. I moved back north to New Hampshire five years ago and at 66 I’m the one that does the majority of shoveling deep snow. I hate to see you pushing up against the plastic on the doors because they will break. It’s best you shovel what you can each time you use the restroom. It was smart bringing chains with you. I drove from Texas to NH during the winter in my Honda pilot with my two small dogs and three year old. It was snowing and cold. I stayed at the red roof inn so my dogs and I got warm and took showers. I kept a small shovel and brushes for snow. At night stopped and got dinner and we went and ate and slept nice and warm. I love how you did the bed great ideas. I’ve been using a little of everyone’s ideas.

    • @pobstrel
      @pobstrel 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agree. I couldn't understand why he stood outside to put his jacket on when it was snowing with the van door open! So the wet snow went all over his sweater and then he put his jacket over it. Wet clothes are never a good thing .

    • @HeyMySock
      @HeyMySock 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@pobstrelI felt anxiety seeing him leave his shovel in the snow behind the van, and again just sitting on top of the snow next to the van. Losing those shovels would really really suck!

  • @BruceLund-is1sy
    @BruceLund-is1sy 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good on you brother for eating well. I used to be a wilderness rafting on the franklin river in Tasmania. 14 days no civilisation & I used to freak people out when I baked real bread in a wok on a Traingia every day! An army marches on its stomach!

  • @cyndizebra6119
    @cyndizebra6119 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +459

    Ok so what I’m about to say, take it as motherly - like concern for your safety rather than just a troll being critical . I’m posting this in hopes that you take my advice!!Another video, another life - risking venture. Look, your videos are really entertaining but every time I shake my head at your choices. It’s risky enough just going out into a huge storm like this- you could be stranded , have vehicle failure, etc. There’s all that and then you take MORE risk by making poor decisions like going out on these treks with only a camera into horrible harsh conditions. Like at minimum pack a backpack with some water and basic survival items. One fall and an injury that leaves you unable to get back to the van will be deadly VERY QUICKLY. You often state you don’t have cell service. Please at least carry a GPS device with the ability to use satellite to call for help, like I see responsible hikers use. I’m just saying , you need to do more preparations to keep safe because Mother Nature is brutal! I always j think about my son, who I think is about your age, when I watch these videos and I about how worried your mom must get knowing you are out in these dangerous storms. So please 🙏🏻 just take more precautions and be more prepared!!!

    • @chrispavlich9656
      @chrispavlich9656 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +55

      They do this for views. Nothing will change their minds until something drastic does. Most people camp in normal weather, not blizzards.

    • @normanbates6077
      @normanbates6077 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

      Wow good book

    • @toma6002
      @toma6002 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

      I think you should remember that everything you see on camera isn't the full story. This person is next to a road, near access to emergency services. They may also have survival training and lots of experience in winter survival, you don't know their background before TH-cam. I don't think you should be so quick to judge.

    • @Tammy121111
      @Tammy121111 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      ​@@toma6002, I HAVE JUST SEEN THIS VIDEO & I WAS THINKING OH GREAT, ANOTHER BOOK SMART DUMMY ,LOL BUT THEN I SEEN THAT he IS A VAN DWELLER AND SAID OK, he WILL BE OK FOR A FEW DAYS IF THAT WAS NECESSARY ! SOME PEOPLE CAN BE BOOK SMART ALL DAY LONG BUT NO COMMON SENSE AT ALL ! THAT & IT DOESN'T SNOW LIKE THAT EVERYWHERE EITHERS

    • @LaLa-xf7ku
      @LaLa-xf7ku 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +70

      Your comment was very nice, respectful & coming from a good place. I did not hear judgment at all! It was clearly a concerned mom and fan who cares. I am sorry a few people took what you were trying to say and twisted it so they could jump on and lecture you. He doesn't need protection or anyone else speaking for you so they feel validated. ❤

  • @cata8872
    @cata8872 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As a Canadian who lives in the mountains, I was drooling over the pow!

  • @lostmoose9994
    @lostmoose9994 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    This is a heck of a van ! Absolutely amazing !

  • @tinaoquaro
    @tinaoquaro 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow!! This is absolutely amazing. I wish we experienced this even a little in Kenya 🇰🇪. I just love watching these.

  • @annemariehelton1204
    @annemariehelton1204 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    What a video!! It was both beautiful and terrifying!! You have the perfect set up for the extreme weather! Loved it!! Be careful though!! (Said with mom voice) 😂

    • @TravelersTale
      @TravelersTale  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! Will do!

  • @user-adoyle123
    @user-adoyle123 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good for you having the time of your life in your beautiful camper van regardless of the weather and the snow . You only live once, good on ya. Hi from Ireland 😊

  • @Deetroiter
    @Deetroiter 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Love the sense of adventure! Something that we have to do here in great lakes/michigan winters is during heavy snowstorms, plan on going out every few hours to clear the snow where you need to clear it in order to keep it from building up to beyond clearing. Totally normal to hear shovels and snowblowers at 2am from people clearing their driveways and sidewalks. I was getting nervous for you seeing your drivers door getting blocked in and almost impossible to open. Please keep your exits cleaned as much as possible, even if you need to get out there for a few minutes at 2am :)

  • @lofivibe9595
    @lofivibe9595 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    i like this guy, he dosnt talk about his two tanks on his truck over and over.

  • @1stcommonsense
    @1stcommonsense 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    The Donner party (horse-drawn covered wagons) got entombed by snow in Dec.1846. The first night they got 6 ft. of snow. The 2nd night they got 4 ft. with multiple storms following. The survivors were rescued in February 1847. Its estimated that 15 to 20 feet of snow fell during that period. Just wrap your head around that!

    • @akbarpashtun
      @akbarpashtun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      How did they make it so long

    • @1stcommonsense
      @1stcommonsense 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@akbarpashtun They had each other 😆

    • @akbarpashtun
      @akbarpashtun 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@1stcommonsense I checked it on google. Looks crazy. Will check a short video on it.

    • @denee940
      @denee940 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@1stcommonsense Nice euphemism. morbid, but nice.

    • @mtbkrdon
      @mtbkrdon 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The final survivor who it turns out consumed the most people, actually started an Inn/Restaurant in San Fran.

  • @thomaswwwiegand
    @thomaswwwiegand 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love it, thanks
    well prepared
    I did similar between 1995 and near 2003, with just Car (Touring) for Weekend Days when Austria or Swiss was hit by snowfall.
    Much easier food, gas cook for emergency, but food for a week, and all tools to get the car moving (snowchain and 100 kg gravel/sand as shovel) and myself warm and busy.
    Even just with a tent and double sleeping back at -25 over one new year event.
    That teaches me respect over the power of weather and how former generations had to deal with it.

  • @dangreene3895
    @dangreene3895 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I live in the south , but i used to live in Montana and I don't miss the winters there at all . Now you know why those old miners and trappers got cabin fever .

    • @riverduck3
      @riverduck3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I guess you're being complimentary toward this man and his video. Nope, you weren't. You were all about you and hating the snow. Wow.

    • @dangreene3895
      @dangreene3895 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@riverduck3 Wow people are weird , how you got that comment was about me is crazy, Just saying its colder than hell in Montana in the Winter , and cabin fever was a real thing because miners or trappers were stuck in their cabin all winter and it made them a little stir crazy ,

    • @riverduck3
      @riverduck3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dangreene3895 how can something be colder than hell??? lolol
      Yes, cabin fever was a real thing, but that has nothing to do with this fine young man's video. Try to think of others for a change.

    • @dangreene3895
      @dangreene3895 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@riverduck3 Kiss off it was a innocent comment , and you never heard the expression colder than hell where do live in a basement ,

    • @riverduck3
      @riverduck3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dangreene3895, no, I'm not a soy boy so I don't live in Mommy's basement. You are just a grumpy person who loves to be miserable.

  • @1chuck96
    @1chuck96 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Better you than Me Pal ! Today's date is 9/19/24 and it looks like the area is just getting back underway, (snow-wise). I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy, but you came prepared knowing what you were in for and did one-hell-of-a-job by doing so. Greetings from SC!!!

  • @maz7031
    @maz7031 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Mad..amazing,beautiful but bonkers..glad you kept safe.

  • @eddielittle1644
    @eddielittle1644 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really loved your video, you have a wonderful personality to go along with it. You definitely show that preparedness is super important. Please make some more videos, I enjoyed watching this one. I wish you the very best young man!

  • @chelseaorion
    @chelseaorion 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    idk if its just me but it felt like he did everything people tell you not to do when theres a huge snowstorm coming 🤣😥

    • @paulraye3817
      @paulraye3817 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Yes I agree with you like what a tool this guy is

    • @michaelt2606
      @michaelt2606 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No its not you lol

  • @usaforevergodblessamerica5793
    @usaforevergodblessamerica5793 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Get a life peopel in comments
    He knows what’s he is doing u all are just boxed in kids

  • @edwardbrophy9749
    @edwardbrophy9749 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    DAMN 😮
    You could make an igloo out of that MUCH snow! 😊