Overlanding The Planet | Desert Life In a Sprinter | Living The Van Life
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Join me on an unforgettable VanLife adventure as I explore the stunning backcountry of southeastern Utah in my 2020 Springer Van 4x4. Experience the breathtaking red rock landscapes, rugged trails, and hidden gems of this incredible region.
This video will inspire your own vanlife adventures. I'll share my experiences, gear recommendations, and tips for responsible overlanding.
Subscribe and hit the notification bell to join the journey. Get ready to be inspired and live the vanlife dream!
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What happened to your dog?
Here’s an update:
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The dog is with his Mom.
Yeah, what happen to your dog. 47:57
Wow…just WOW! I’ve always loved earth science since I was young….this place blows my mind…and those night time skies!! Can’t wait to spend some time out there. Just mind blowing. 🤯🙌🏼
Chad did do a you tube short on the update of his dog. The dog is living with his mom full time.
dude, the quality of your videos is just out of this world
Cheers! Much appreciated!
He’s the man
Chad is so serious in taking the shots, editing and choice of gears. Topnotch
I totally agree, the best!!
Definitely,next level.
This is better than anything ive seen on cable tv
I sure as hell hope so! Cable TV sucks! hahaha. Cheers! Thanks for watching!
bro is watching cable tv in 2023
“Boys and girls ladies and gentlemen” “right here” is an outstanding video😂😊❤!!!!
Awesome work Chad!!
hahaha. hell yeah
What we don't know, and can never truly know though always journey towards, is that every person, every being, every object, and every experience is infinite.
Chad deserve a million subscribers. Hopefully he'll reach it before 2023 ends.
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
From the video you showed I knew the Sprinter Van wouldn’t make that one. I am a veteran trained in operating 4WD vehicles in extreme conditions. I give you credit for being prepared and digging it out, I too have dug out a few times not in the military we didn’t travel alone but on my personal 4WD’s post military.
Thank you Chad for these videos! Please never stop!
Thanks for watching!
Been a subscriber since the early days, and I don’t usually comment, but that was definitely some epic scenery for sure. Thanks Chad for taking us to places that us regular Joe Blows will never see.
Thanks for watching! Much appreciated!
Dude, your videography is on another planet level. This is much better than I’ve seen on any network TV.
90% of youtubers please take note. This is good content! Interesting, engaging, beautifully shot, great music & no ego in sight. Great stuff!
Chad... just WOW. this video, the music, the scenery, the cooking, the saving the van section... the smiles. the thoughts, the adventure. best ever!
This is a great example of why I would carry a sand anchor(for boats) as part of the recovery gear
Great perseverance Chad , don’t forget your shovel !! Great scenery Magnificent. From the land down under
This video is making me miss so much being in Saint George, Utah. From 2013 until late last year, I’ve been spending a lot of my time in the Southwest. In 2023, it was full of exploration all over southern Utah. My nemesis was the dirt/sand/dust but did go out on mild offroads. My new 4x4 TRD OR Tundra wasn’t fully equipped with gear needed to self rescue. Great times! Thank you so much for this video because it brings back a lot of beautiful moments.
Man! A big salute to this guy. He film everything himself and even as he is clearing the obstacle, he's still filming. That's super dedication to his craft and passion.
Like your thoughts, from alaska to the desert! Great things you're doing. This is our earth, not theirs! Keep doing what you're doing.
Chad you have got a numerous of God gifted elements with in you but the fact is that you have cultivated it by the passing time. You are an awesome person with awesome talent which you cultivated with in you. God bless you.
Campers trick…. Wrap your camp fire poles/fire pit with aluminum foil… as if you’re making a teepee ⛺️. One roll from dollar tree… multiple dinners. $1.25 extra per roll for dinner, on windy 🌬️ days/nights. So worth the extra 10 minutes of rolling, and less effort… worrying about the wind!👀
Chad, You’re awesome! Nuff said. ‘Peace out’!
I see so many faces and skulls in those rock formations. It's almost spiritual 💀🌵
Right?! So cool
For sure, when you take notice of the many figures and faces in the rocks, then there is a process going on within you that you are being shown that can lead to fascinating discoveries.
You may find the work of Mudfossil University interesting. Cheers!
I mean it when I say national geographic or Taylor Sheridan needs to get you on projects that need epic cinematography.
Put in a good word for me! Cheers!
@@LivingTheVanLife checking my speed dial now!
WATCHING YOU FROM CHARLOTTE NC THE QUEEN CITY 🙂I WAS WATCHING EXPLORER, AND HE SAID I'M LOOKING AT CHAD, I SAID CHAD IS IT THE CHAD I JUST GOT INTO, AND THEN THEY SHOWED YOU GETTING OUT OF THE VAN, AND SAID HI THIS IS CHAD, AND I SMILED AND SAID A LOT OF PEOPLE WATCH YOU, I SAID YELL THATS CHAD, KNEW THAT SMILE, KEEP DOING WHAT YOU LOVE AND STAY SAFE 💙💪👍🙂
Chad, there are several Geologist who have TH-cam channels. They teach you all about this region...what the formations are, what caused them and what material they consist of. They do an incredible job of tying all these formations together so you can understand. I am amazed at your videos as always and your drone footage is just spot on. I love it. Fred in Texas
Absolutely! Have been researching their teachings on youtube indeed.
Hey Chad you should create a music playlist of your videos, they are top-notch.
Great Idea! Thanks for sharing.
I’ve watched many van life vids …Chad is in a different league
Patience, he got lots of patience doing this kind of footages.
Much appreciated!
Thanks for watching!
Amazing! These are the best videos!
I like the idea of the unknown, too. I believe many folks are drawn to religion because they are afraid of the unknown. And granted, it can be a scary thought but it doesn’t scare me. It rather fills me with wonder and awe. And strangely enough, also with some comfort. Yes, the unknown can be comforting. I am an avid backpacker in the PNW and when I look up at the stars and skies or see vast expansive views, I sometimes find myself also not wanting to know at times. Keeps it mysterious and magical. Anyways, great cinematography! Utah is another great place with some stunning landscapes. Thanks for sharing.
Our family loves your videos cinematography is so beautiful thank you for what you do sir❤
Only by putting in unimaginable hardships can we see such wonderful scenery!
enjoy watching most of your videos... Love what you did to the WB sprinter.
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
Amazing landshape and inspiring adventure!!
Add a glass of italian red wine like barbera, chianti or valpollicella to your dinner to add the last little ingredient to enjoy the evening relax 😊
My motto is don’t get in a situation that you’re not physically capable of getting yourself out of. You’re obviously strong but a lot of people who want to overland may not think about that. Absolutely incredible videos ❤❤
Bless and keep u always for always sharing your quality videos bless u more chad
G Thanks Chad For sharing these beautiful images👌
I sure appreciate you Chad. Well Done!
Looking forward to your Arctic Trip also…
Ive been enjoying your videos these last couple of days. Your first video i watched was in the Arctic. I picked it because i saw this cool van, and i want to visit Alaska one day.
Long story short, I worked hard to get out of poverty. While doing that, never had a vacation. Now i make good money and i have health issues of no fault of my own. I still haven't had a vacation. However, my health is in the rise in the right direction. Ive been scared to go far. Being a patient of many new issues, almost killing me and being a respiratory practitioner as a career ,death has come closely in front of my eyes often. Ive become scared to go far. More i watch over landers, the more i want to get up one day and say eff it. It doesnt matter if im at home, work or miles into no where, if its my time, it's my time. You gave a speech in the Arctic video about why you go alone. The things it does for yourself and soul. It makes you over come things. That was a deep speech. It hit hard. Thank you buddy.
I do believe that is the greatest kitchen I’ve ever seen!
Thanks for watching!
The intro 2 minutes!! Better than most movie trailers 👍🏼
Glad you enjoyed it!
I haven't bin on this channel for about a year,things change in your life u have to deal with,but I'm glad I found your channel again,it's a shame u don't get views like this in England wow wot a awesome video,keep the good work up,
thats amazing , you can see how that rock formation was flipped up on its side millions of years ago , its must be full of fossels , i would love to be there and go hunting for them .
Cinematography 💗💗💗💗💗
You need to come out with a cookbook!! If you add notes like.. cook/sort by "dutch oven" or "stove top" etc. it would be amazing.
Every video I run out of superlatives to describe your work Chad, I’m literally speechless. Thank you for sharing.
Chad, your vids have always been great but the last two have been out of this world - and those time lapses . Keep up the great content
Chad you make very delicious food, you are a very good cook, I wish I was there with you, no disrespect, I think it is so exciting watching you on your videos, God Bless, keep making very nice videos!
One of the most beautiful things about perseverance? What you have to lay down forms the foundation that makes it just a little bit easier for those who come behind you to pull through. 😉
Amazing Chad! Thank you from Hungary!
Agree permanent table would be nice. Could probably get those recliners swapped for loveseat/futon to double as sleeping space. Even if you price 450/550 4x4 with a big truck camper you are near this … I think it’s a good price point .
Chad you surprise me every time you post a video... Just beautiful work
Thank you very much!
I am never seen this kind of videography.after i see your video i am your faan now👍from india❤you sir...
Love your work in the air and on the road! Rock on brother, oh your cooking is spot on
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
Great stuff Chad. Keep u the exciting adventures. U have taken this to another level.
Love from Australia…..
Like vanlife, fulltimers and the way of making videos, Chad you are number one in the world!
Epic & Awesome - the true meeting of these words ❤
Haha
My dream vehicle 😍 that I'll probably never be able to afford. 🙏🏾❤️
Solid video! Thank you Chad.
Good to have u back sir 😌
Soundtrack and cinematography ON POINT as always. Really good stuff and good timing.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks as always Chad with LTVL
Chad your the extremist overlander, real serious in all side.
Thanks for watching!
One word for your films: EPIC!!! Incredible. Thank you for taking us along!
I'm a Jeeping weekender "overlander" and van people generally annoy me but you are the bomb. Every time I see you have new content released I cannot wait to watch. First time I watched you was your winter trip to the arctic. Wow is all I could say the whole time watching it. Your story telling and cinema photography are spectacular. Thank you for the entertainment you provide. Please keep it up and God Bless!
Hello Chad, I enjoy all your videos, you are so amazing, I just love what you do, keep up the good work 💯💯💯
Dang Chad!!! Music choice where do you get it? I swear I'm dancing in my kitchen watching your videos and cooking. Then I have to watch the whole damn video over for the Amazing footage!!! Love ya Chad ❤ You're AMAZING
Chad is in a different league
Superb video. Epic👊🏻 Awsome soundtrack and drone shots 😎
WOW another amazing. Video Chad. A. Very instructive self recovery. In that case of deep washed out, if the front bumper is touching the chance than the back did not pass at all. If is look like 75% chance to be stuck. I think is faster to dig it out and fill the deepest spot before passing in. But is a really good demonstration with good attitude,tool and perseverance.
Good call! Thanks for watching! Much appreciated!
That short time-lapse of sky behind the van was awesome man... speechless
This 1 hour was a satisfying feast for the eyes...
Here is a feast for your eyes @living_the_Van_life
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Been watching for 3 years if not more. Love the sceneries and the absolutely beautiful views. And the new series of Artic ocean had me on the side of the couch. Be safe. Safe travels.
The goat!!!! I love your content. Such a blessing to see sunrises and sunsets in places I can only dream of seeing. Thanks to you, Chad.
Thanks for watching!
Great moral to your situation Chad - as you said , stay calm , think about your situation, be prepared for challenging situations, pick the right tools. From the land down under
I see what you did there. “Pick” the right tools… 😎
I was born in the desert in the Southwest United States, and I have explored basically all four corners and its states. I am currently camping in the forest of Washington with a little rain. After I watched your video, I kind of cried a little bit. I miss my home in the desert, and I can't wait to go back.
This guy inspire me so much to wana do something like this one day!
His adventures are really cool. Keep it up brother.
It is really cool how much you have fallen in love with Utah and specifically the Moab part of the state. It really is a beautiful state, and even nicer knowing this is in my backyard. I need to get down there more often. I feel such at peace while there.
I was bummed when this one ended. I appreciated your calmness when the sprinter got hung up. Just chill, assess the situation, and figure it out. Thankfully you had what you needed. Good lesson. The aerial shots were amazing. What a crazy ancient landscape. Really fun episode!
I love that you loved it. Cheers to that my friend
I just discovered your TH-cam channel, this video is satisfying in so many ways that I can't even explain it.
"Be your best company. All others are fleeting"
Chad, thanks for the eye opening vision you bring to us. Total respect to you and your ability to take all of us on a journey we could only hope and wish for. Top man .
Great video Chad..
Italian fennel sausage 👍
Love the documentary-style production! Feels like you have an entire production crew with you.
Cheers! Thanks for watching! Much appreciated!
When I grow up, I want to be like you. You keep outdoing yourself with every episode. Thank you for pushing through.
hahah Thanks for watching!
You keep raising the bar. Amazing music!
Thank you!
Extreme cold weather is Chad's favourite season. BTW.
hahah
I follow a lot of vanlife/overlanding channels and your stuff is by far the best in terms of cinematic storytelling. Outstanding and worth the wait! Keep on truckin!!
You Sir are a genius the way you produce these videos and iam genuinely thankful that you exist 🙏🏻
This film deserves an IMAX theatrical release
Dude... thank you🙏☮️
Thanks for watching!
Chad you never stop amazing us , your adventures are truly magnificent. From the land down under!
HI CHAD! MY NAME IS HANNAH I ENJOY WATCHING YOU, YOU'RE A COOL GUY, SOMETIMES SCARE THE HECK OUT OF ME, MAINLY IN DESSERT. I LOVE YOUR DISHES YOU MAKE IS OUT OF THIS WORLD! I BELIEVE A GREAT COOK, THEM HIGH CLIFFS WEEW MAKES MY LEGS ACHES! 😊 GOD BLESS BE CAREFUL OUT THERE, YOU ARE A MAN TAKE CHANCES, BUT AWESOME!👍🥲I TRUST THE MERCEDES YOU DRIVE, WAS AFRAID OF THE SCOOBY DO VAN, P.S. THE STEWS LOOK GOOD, MAKE MY MOUTH WATER😊👍💪💙
Mega! Thanks a lot. ❤
Cheers!
That shot of the dutch oven over the flames of the campfire with the last little bit of daylight in the background was absolutely spectacular. Great episode!!!
Man , you are amazing ! Respect !
Been off youtube lately. Just now catching up on things.
Always watch your videos with a good meal and a beer/whisky.
Top tier quality
LTVL Chad has pushed the art of story-telling to a new place. Are there places where they talk and compare, possibly award this work? Bravo Chad
Thanks for watching!
Awesome video as always Chad. This was a epic adventure the views were so spectacular. The way the terrain was ever changing made it that more of a epic journey.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Best TH-cam channel on TH-cam!
Chad, been waiting for this all day long. Thank you, kind Sir.
Some of that scenery I didn't even know we had on earth!!! WOW!!
Same here
32:57 plus you left your shovel laid on the sand 😊
Wow! Another amazing vid. This has to be the best TH-cam channel
Thanks for watching!
I am judging you! I’m jealous. You are on the right path for what the future brings.