Ok I am a Male , But I found these ladies ideas interesting. I will share something that most ladies might already know. I go fishing lots around different water ways and sometimes you run into what they call sand nats. They are almost to small to see,but they will set your skin on fire. What I carry in my fishing bag is a bottle of skin so soft made by avon. Stuff is good for your skin,it smells good and it really does work.
🌈 LADIES, I LOVED THE EXCELLENT SUGGESTIONS, ones you’ve already tested & YOU KNOW IT WORKS.‼️Your ideas are applicable to anyone with a desire to be more prepared for unexpected problems or emergencies. Although I don’t have a camper van, or an RV, I do like hiking & camping. The BEST PART OF THIS VIDEO IS THIS: IT WAS ALL WOMEN SHARING your informative, functional solutions WITH NO COMPETITION WITHIN YOUR GROUP. THANK YOU, LOVELY LADIES‼️🤗
I just discovered you ladies,and I’m joining. I have an F150 pick up truck for the last 20 years,but at 75 I decided to now get a small Ford connect and turn that into a mini RV., I look forward to joining up with you ladies and sitting around the paint can 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💞
Hi Martha! Are you a member of the Tribe? We have Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: 💙🦋💙 facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
Hope to be able to attend gatherings like this soon. Planning to hit the road this next year after being "stuck" with responsibilities to everyone but me. Been watching these videos, starting with Bob Wells of course, for last few years. Am now 67, going for a minivan or class B if can afford. Thanks ladies!
I'm in the same position helping family and friends and forgetting about myself. I wish you all the luck and good times ahead Mrs. Joni and I am looking for to meeting up with you ladies one day soon. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year's
I understand. I spent my whole life and most of my money on others. Now, I'm retired and the money doesn't last long enough. There's one emergency after another, and never any extra to look for a van. I want to be out there with you ladies. I hope to be there. I keep looking and hoping. So happy for you all. Take care and safe travels.
Same here. Labor of love can quickly take over your life. When I recently "spoke up" I was drowned out by loud voices saying things like What else would you do? Your nit picking etc. This pushes me closer to God, with prayer and preparing for the future, my health doesn't suffer. Keep yourself healthy with many blessings for your future.
I worked as a campground host, and dogs pretty regularly got away from the owners. We would have to drive around the campground asking everyone if it was their dog, so putting a sticker on the dog tag with your campsite number is brilliant! We also had a lost dog hanging around just outside the camp ground who was not owned by anyone in the campground. It was 3 months before we could catch him. When we finally did the phone number on the chip, and tag was no longer in service. Also, if you have poor cell service or none, be sure to move where you do so you can receive a call.
Watching these videos and seeing so many solo women doing what I’ve always wanted to do makes me believe I can do this unafraid. My husband and I have always planned this, even before it was a thing. Though we are enjoying where we are at the moment, a time shall come. Life is too brief. We both agree that in the event one of us faces the loss of the other before we do it together, we shall of course grieve but shall move forward with joy. We come this way but once.
These are really great ideas. I went right to Amazon and ordered the mouse repellent. When I was a kid and we went to the drive in movies they gave the mosquito coils out in the summer to each car. As children we loved sitting outside the car to watch the movie 😊
I forgot to mention last night that you need to add alcohol periodically to the paint can “campfire” and that the higher the alcohol % is the better, so 91% rubbing alcohol will produce a better and hotter flame than 75% rubbing alcohol.
Hi ladies . I’m not a van dweller yet, but love to camp and I’m so glad I found your channel. Nice to see that us seniors can manage this type of lifestyle too. Great tips and ideas. Thanks ☺️
Oh My Goodness !!! My mink is blown from the paint can campfire tip. I've always wanted to buy a 'Solo Stove' but never did because they're pricey. Thanks so very Peggy !!! And thanks so much Jan for sharing these tips & videos. Awesome job !!!
My advice is an old laundry bottle with the spigot. Rinse out the soap then fill with water for washing your hands. Especially if your outside or dont have a water tap with a sink
I didn't want this video to end! Loved all the tips and items....Ladies I envy your spirit.🤗 wish I could join you in the nomad life...unfortunately I rescued two orphan kittens 2 yrs ago and don't think they could adjust to close quarter living spaces. Guess I will have to live vicariously through your videos. Going to save this so I don't forget even one item. Thank you so much for sharing, great idea. Enjoy, safe travels😁🙃🥳👋🙋♀️.
Thank you, Denise. 😊 Maybe Cindy can give you some ideas. She travels fulltime with 3 cats. Here's her van tour: th-cam.com/video/WZgV0sPSEBY/w-d-xo.html
@Denise Hi Denise! I’m 65, currently living in my camper van since last February, but stationary while I work to finish the build. Hope to be on the road by April. My CamperVan is very small. But I started out with 3 kitties (cats). My sweet Daisy passed last July due to lung masses. She was around 10. I still have Coco who is 9 and Canyon, who just turned 18! I had planned to break them into the travel part gently. I started with running the motor quite a bit to let them get used to it. However, when hurricane Ian decided to come our way, we quickly hopped in the camper and headed in the opposite direction. As the hurricane kept moving, so did we. They had about a week of traveling around. They responded very well. Of course, as we all know, each cat has its own individual personality. But it actually would be better in most cases to get them acclimated while they are younger. I don’t know how old you are, but if yours are only two years old, you may have a long wait before you are able to travel. Canyon does take gabapentin per the vet as needed but this is because she’s always been high strung. It also helps her neurotic scratching. This is nothing new she’s always scratched and groomed excessively. Plus she doesn’t much like Coco. She didn’t like Daisy either. I raised Canyon from three days old, so she thinks it should only be me and her. Not trying to tell you what to do. I just wanted to share my experience, and let you know that it can be done. In my case, I Kinda needed to move in to a small place quickly and no way could I leave my babies behind.
I loved the tip about using powder on your feet. I never used "baby powder" on my baby, my pediatrician said to use corn powder. Its safer and food grade.
You are right that a USB powered shower uses a lot of water due to no shut off valve. My cure is to drop the shower head into the bucket when not in my hand; and that way, I only use what I need in water.
This was fantastic! I have used the bug sprayer for showers but did not know about the water hose attachment! Love that idea! My next trip to the hardware store!😊
@@Karen-qx7jw I got the bug sprayer at Tractor Supply and I’m sure you can get the garden hose attachment there also. I have long hair and the bug sprayer has a fine mist but I still grit it clean with that but the garden hose nozzle will work faster for me😄
I use a pour over coffee pot everyday. My mom always used one too. They dont burn your coffee like some coffee makers do. I love all the ladies sharing. Im not on the road but hopefully in the next couple of years.
I love this video so much! I’m always watching all the youngins channels and although I love a lot of their tips and advice, what I need the most are cheap, practical, simple, and most of all honest tips and tricks. Thank you ladies for sharing these simple tips that actually work. I pray y’all have safe travels and wonderful experiences. 🙏❤️🙏
I forget her name but, I loved the lady with the Creole accent! She had the bug spray shower jug with the garden hose sprayer. Very interesting group of ladies you assembled, all with great ideas! Thanks Jan. Keep em coming!
I make smaller alcohol burners using soup cans filled with dollar tree cotton balls or sand, they work well for small spaces or hang them as lighting. I also make more decorative table top fires using stuff found at thrift stores.. I have several videos on them...
This was great information. I've been living full-time in my minivan for 2 years. I got several great ideas from this video. Thank you for sharing. I do find myself wondering how many of these beautiful ladies are minivan gals & how many are full time. I've never had the opportunity to go to a van meet-up as I do not know how to find them. Great video, thank you.
We have a Facebook group for women who are interested in traveling and camping. It's for women only and I hope you can join us. A safe place to exchange information about nomad adventures, caravans and meetups. Some of us are fulltime. Butterfly Tribe Women Who Camp 💙 🦋 💙 facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
Hi gals! Just an extra tip on keeping poo smell contained, the one lady had mentioned the Amazon bags to put it in, my dad saves potato chip bags, the are made to keep chips fresh but they are also useful When empty to put things in that you don’t want the smell to come out, like poo or old food Hope this is a help Susie in Michigan
I loved these tips there were some great ideas that I am definitely going to be using i'm so glad to see women my age sharing ideas and helpful tips for living the nomad life. I use a French press when I travel And instead of rinsing it out I wipe it out with a paper towel. It can make your hand a little bit messy if you're not careful but you can but you can get most of the grounds out with one paper towel toss them into the trash and then wipe it out with a second one and you avoid using any water it's really easy and convenient.
I prop a $9 reusable filter in my cup and do a pourover. To clean, knock out the grounds, let it dry and knock again to get the remaining grounds. Same as the pourover coffee you can order and pay a lot for in a coffee shop. I make it this way at home too.
Hi I've been traveling in a vans, in boats pretty much anything I can find to travel in. The best thing I use to keep warm is salt lamps they only draw 20 watts and they become very warm. I like to put them by my heater while I'm driving so that they're warm up. then I put the lamp inside them and turn them on. They will warm up quite nicely by themselves also. It's the best...
Wonderful group of women with great ideas:) I am 76 and it would be so fun to be there with all of you. That would be a great addition to put the list of items shown in the description the same order they are presented.
What a great collection of ideas. Looks like it would be so much fun traveling with you all. Wishing you the best. Thanks for posting all these tips!❤️
another trick with pour over coffee pour a small amount of the hot water on the dry filter first then scoop your coffee in then yes pour a sm amount of water on coffee let sit a moment then continue
Thank you, lovely ladies, for doing this. I will retire in three years and want an affordable adventure. I will need three years to build the courage to hit the road, well that and money.
Just added that kettle with induction plate and a stainless steel magnet lap tray to Amazon! Can’t wait to enjoy some lux to a very unlux life!!! So many great gadgets !!!!! Such Lovely Ladies! Very jelly of your time together sharing Life!!!!! That bug sprayer shower head combo is NEXT!
OMG! I am taking notes! These are invaluable to me! I think I have to save this vid for the future. Janet sounds like she is from my home town. awww and I just love everyone's different accents. Every time you have a show and tell, I MUST watch! Thank you gals!
You ladies rock!! Wow! I am soon to be in a truck camper after being displaced in hurricane Ian. As soon as I saw this video I quickly made a Facebook profile and asked to join the group as “Sue Bee.” I hope to become part of your group and actually meet you when you get together! Thank you so much for posting this video with all the wonderful tips. I am definitely going to be using them. 😃
Hi Suebee. 👋 Uh oh, new accounts throw up a red flag. You might have been rejected. But - Now that I know a little more about you, please go back and reapply for the Facebook group and I'll approve. 😊👍
Your Facebook page is making a couple of ladies nervous since there is no information about you and the account was just opened. Could you put a little about yourself there and introduce yourself to the Facebook group. They'd like to get to know you. 🙂
@@ButterflyTracks I will try. I’m having to move after hurricane Ian and that means building a truck cap to live in which is taking every minute of the day. I am also helping my roommate move her things to a storage unit. When I get a chance I will, I promise.
OMG! All these ladies are so cute and share suck good tips and tricks! Although, I would not use thermacell inside the van. It is toxic so for outdoor use only or wide OpenOffice doors at least. ❤️
Hello Jan, hoping everything is going well with you and the family. 🐶🐶 This was such an informative video. A lot of interesting ways to use things for multiple purpose. Great job 👏🏽 😊
GREAT VIDEO Jan 💕 thanks so much. Saving all these great tips. So nice to see all the ladies too ,& hear names since I'd been watching your campfire circle with everyone in the dark !!
Great idea to share tips, tricks and gadgets with other ladies. It would be great if you could list the brands or the links where the items came from. Thank you. I love the paint can fire idea!! I live in a small townhouse and that might be a great idea for my “tiny” fire pit on my patio! Prayers for safety to you all van ladies. ❤🙏🏻
So sad I wasn't there! I even figured out a show and tell. I will save it. I have to finish reflectix and I will be ready to roll. I will be looking for a meet up within 5-6 hours drive from me. I am in north central Texas.
We have a new Facebook group for women who are interested in traveling and camping. It's for women only. A safe place to exchange information about nomad adventures, caravans and meetups. Butterfly Tribe Women Who Camp 💙 🦋 💙 facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
New news (haha) of Weathertech doggie window/door cover! You always learn something when people share their tips. Thanks to everyone in the video for participating in the show and tell. :)
Thank you lovely ladies so many great tricks of the trade and each one is one great idea after another can't wait to one day meet you all. Have a wonderful holiday
Ok I am a Male , But I found these ladies ideas interesting. I will share something that most ladies might already know. I go fishing lots around different water ways and sometimes you run into what they call sand nats. They are almost to small to see,but they will set your skin on fire. What I carry in my fishing bag is a bottle of skin so soft made by avon. Stuff is good for your skin,it smells good and it really does work.
Thank.you. 🙂 I want to try that. 👍
Hello, do you put it on before or after n is it like a repellant, thank you!
@@dreamcatcher9665 It's a repellent. 👍
We call those pesky biting bugs "no-see-ums" in the PNW.
Nothing like Skin-So-Soft. Lots of horse owners add it to bath water to ward off flies and other pests. Not just for humans.
I love Women helping Women. Holding each other up. Good on you all
Thank you. 😊
I love how so many people have their dogs on their laps!
Great tips!
🙂
Yes! It was the first thing I noticed.
🌈 LADIES, I LOVED THE EXCELLENT SUGGESTIONS, ones you’ve already tested & YOU KNOW IT WORKS.‼️Your ideas are applicable to anyone with a desire to be more prepared for unexpected problems or emergencies. Although I don’t have a camper van, or an RV, I do like hiking & camping. The BEST PART OF THIS VIDEO IS THIS: IT WAS ALL WOMEN SHARING your informative, functional solutions WITH NO COMPETITION WITHIN YOUR GROUP. THANK YOU, LOVELY LADIES‼️🤗
Thank you, Kathleen. 🙂 All these wonderful women became close friends forever in just 3 days. 💙 🦋 💙
I love the diversity in the crowd. I love the different accents and personalities.😍😍😍
I just discovered you ladies,and I’m joining. I have an F150 pick up truck for the last 20 years,but at 75 I decided to now get a small Ford connect and turn that into a mini RV., I look forward to joining up with you ladies and sitting around the paint can 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💞
Hi Martha! Are you a member of the Tribe? We have Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: 💙🦋💙
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
the lady with the cool/warm towel. I've never seen anything like that! I need that. :D
@@yesiownfrodo my hubby and I own these blankets, we live in texas and they work for cold and hot like she says. Great for menopause night sweats too
Hope to be able to attend gatherings like this soon. Planning to hit the road this next year after being "stuck" with responsibilities to everyone but me. Been watching these videos, starting with Bob Wells of course, for last few years.
Am now 67, going for a minivan or class B if can afford.
Thanks ladies!
Thank you, Joni. 😊 I know the feeling but your launch date will be here before you know it.
I see y’all in my future!
May your God guide you, bless you, keep you safe and warm and full as well as those you love this weekend and always!
💛🕊️
I'm in the same position helping family and friends and forgetting about myself. I wish you all the luck and good times ahead Mrs. Joni and I am looking for to meeting up with you ladies one day soon. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year's
I understand. I spent my whole life and most of my money on others. Now, I'm retired and the money doesn't last long enough. There's one emergency after another, and never any extra to look for a van. I want to be out there with you ladies. I hope to be there. I keep looking and hoping. So happy for you all. Take care and safe travels.
Same here.
Labor of love can quickly take over your life.
When I recently "spoke up"
I was drowned out by loud voices saying things like
What else would you do?
Your nit picking etc.
This pushes me closer to God, with prayer and preparing for the future, my health doesn't suffer.
Keep yourself healthy with many blessings for your future.
Senior women ROCK! What great ideas! And.....love the dog companions
I worked as a campground host, and dogs pretty regularly got away from the owners. We would have to drive around the campground asking everyone if it was their dog, so putting a sticker on the dog tag with your campsite number is brilliant! We also had a lost dog hanging around just outside the camp ground who was not owned by anyone in the campground. It was 3 months before we could catch him. When we finally did the phone number on the chip, and tag was no longer in service.
Also, if you have poor cell service or none, be sure to move where you do so you can receive a call.
Watching these videos and seeing so many solo women doing what I’ve always wanted to do makes me believe I can do this unafraid. My husband and I have always planned this, even before it was a thing. Though we are enjoying where we are at the moment, a time shall come. Life is too brief. We both agree that in the event one of us faces the loss of the other before we do it together, we shall of course grieve but shall move forward with joy. We come this way but once.
Thank you, your handle says it all - ButOneLife. 💙 🦋 💙
Me too
These are really great ideas. I went right to Amazon and ordered the mouse repellent. When I was a kid and we went to the drive in movies they gave the mosquito coils out in the summer to each car. As children we loved sitting outside the car to watch the movie 😊
That cat tent/moon roof idea is brilliant!
I forgot to mention last night that you need to add alcohol periodically to the paint can “campfire” and that the higher the alcohol % is the better, so 91% rubbing alcohol will produce a better and hotter flame than 75% rubbing alcohol.
Thank you, Peggy. 😊
This great idea too!
I love this idea.❤
Awesome idea.
Where was y'all in FL my son is in live oak this is awesome thank yall
Hi ladies . I’m not a van dweller yet, but love to camp and I’m so glad I found your channel. Nice to see that us seniors can manage this type of lifestyle too. Great tips and ideas. Thanks ☺️
Hi Susan. 👋 Welcome to the Butterfly Tribe 🦋. More come....
This was absolutely wonderful to see everyone together, sharing. I learned a few things that will be helpful, and some I already have put to use! 😊
Thanks, Cat....🙂
Such wonderful role models and tips for those of us trying to follow in all of your very-experienced footsteps!! Thank you so much ladies!!🥰🥰👏👏
💙 🦋 💙
Oh My Goodness !!! My mink is blown from the paint can campfire tip. I've always wanted to buy a 'Solo Stove' but never did because they're pricey. Thanks so very Peggy !!! And thanks so much Jan for sharing these tips & videos. Awesome job !!!
Yes, the alcohol burns more cleanly. Outdoor only, of course.
I loved watching the ladies share some really neat ideas. So practical! One of my favorite nomad videos.
Thank you, Tonya. 😊
My advice is an old laundry bottle with the spigot. Rinse out the soap then fill with water for washing your hands. Especially if your outside or dont have a water tap with a sink
Nice tip. Thanks! 😊👍
I didn't want this video to end! Loved all the tips and items....Ladies I envy your spirit.🤗 wish I could join you in the nomad life...unfortunately I rescued two orphan kittens 2 yrs ago and don't think they could adjust to close quarter living spaces. Guess I will have to live vicariously through your videos. Going to save this so I don't forget even one item. Thank you so much for sharing, great idea. Enjoy, safe travels😁🙃🥳👋🙋♀️.
Thank you, Denise. 😊 Maybe Cindy can give you some ideas. She travels fulltime with 3 cats. Here's her van tour:
th-cam.com/video/WZgV0sPSEBY/w-d-xo.html
I travel with 4 chihuahua in a minivan. Your kitties would be fine. Thankyou for rescuing them
This is by far one of my favorite van lifer videos! LOVED hearing all the different accents. ❤️
@@jabbaslilsis Thank you so much, Tana. 😊
@Denise Hi Denise! I’m 65, currently living in my camper van since last February, but stationary while I work to finish the build. Hope to be on the road by April.
My CamperVan is very small. But I started out with 3 kitties (cats). My sweet Daisy passed last July due to lung masses. She was around 10.
I still have Coco who is 9 and Canyon, who just turned 18! I had planned to break them into the travel part gently. I started with running the motor quite a bit to let them get used to it.
However, when hurricane Ian decided to come our way, we quickly hopped in the camper and headed in the opposite direction. As the hurricane kept moving, so did we. They had about a week of traveling around. They responded very well.
Of course, as we all know, each cat has its own individual personality. But it actually would be better in most cases to get them acclimated while they are younger.
I don’t know how old you are, but if yours are only two years old, you may have a long wait before you are able to travel.
Canyon does take gabapentin per the vet as needed but this is because she’s always been high strung. It also helps her neurotic scratching. This is nothing new she’s always scratched and groomed excessively. Plus she doesn’t much like Coco. She didn’t like Daisy either. I raised Canyon from three days old, so she thinks it should only be me and her.
Not trying to tell you what to do. I just wanted to share my experience, and let you know that it can be done. In my case, I Kinda needed to move in to a small place quickly and no way could I leave my babies behind.
I loved the tip about using powder on your feet. I never used "baby powder" on my baby, my pediatrician said to use corn powder. Its safer and food grade.
That's right. Better for the lungs, etc.
Corn powder is flammable. I remember Burt Reynolds did a demonstration on TV.
You are right that a USB powered shower uses a lot of water due to no shut off valve. My cure is to drop the shower head into the bucket when not in my hand; and that way, I only use what I need in water.
Thank you. Kathy. Good idea. 👍
Thanks. You're welcome.
i hope to be in a group like this someday; once my kids are grown. Lovely ladies & thanks for sharing all your pro tips
Thank you. 😊
This was fantastic! I have used the bug sprayer for showers but did not know about the water hose attachment! Love that idea! My next trip to the hardware store!😊
Me too! 🙂👍
Works real good too doesn't it!
I didn’t know about that. Definitely getting one to clean off my dogs.
Where do you buy all this stuff? Please 🥺
@@Karen-qx7jw I got the bug sprayer at Tractor Supply and I’m sure you can get the garden hose attachment there also. I have long hair and the bug sprayer has a fine mist but I still grit it clean with that but the garden hose nozzle will work faster for me😄
I use a pour over coffee pot everyday. My mom always used one too. They dont burn your coffee like some coffee makers do.
I love all the ladies sharing. Im not on the road but hopefully in the next couple of years.
Hope to see you down the road then! 😊
I love this video so much! I’m always watching all the youngins channels and although I love a lot of their tips and advice, what I need the most are cheap, practical, simple, and most of all honest tips and tricks. Thank you ladies for sharing these simple tips that actually work. I pray y’all have safe travels and wonderful experiences. 🙏❤️🙏
Thank you so much!!
I forget her name but, I loved the lady with the Creole accent! She had the bug spray shower jug with the garden hose sprayer.
Very interesting group of ladies you assembled, all with great ideas! Thanks Jan. Keep em coming!
Thanks, Kadiedid. 😊
I believe her name is Janet.
I have been doing that too.
I make smaller alcohol burners using soup cans filled with dollar tree cotton balls or sand, they work well for small spaces or hang them as lighting. I also make more decorative table top fires using stuff found at thrift stores.. I have several videos on them...
What a great idea. Thank you. 😊
This was great information. I've been living full-time in my minivan for 2 years. I got several great ideas from this video. Thank you for sharing. I do find myself wondering how many of these beautiful ladies are minivan gals & how many are full time. I've never had the opportunity to go to a van meet-up as I do not know how to find them. Great video, thank you.
We have a Facebook group for women who are interested in traveling and camping. It's for women only and I hope you can join us. A safe place to exchange information about nomad adventures, caravans and meetups. Some of us are fulltime.
Butterfly Tribe Women Who Camp 💙 🦋 💙
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
@@ButterflyTracks thank you! I have requested acceptance into your Facebook group.
Hi gals!
Just an extra tip on keeping poo smell contained, the one lady had mentioned the Amazon bags to put it in, my dad saves potato chip bags, the are made to keep chips fresh but they are also useful When empty to put things in that you don’t want the smell to come out, like poo or old food
Hope this is a help
Susie in Michigan
Thank you, Susie! That's a great suggestion. 💡👍
I loved these tips there were some great ideas that I am definitely going to be using i'm so glad to see women my age sharing ideas and helpful tips for living the nomad life. I use a French press when I travel And instead of rinsing it out I wipe it out with a paper towel. It can make your hand a little bit messy if you're not careful but you can but you can get most of the grounds out with one paper towel toss them into the trash and then wipe it out with a second one and you avoid using any water it's really easy and convenient.
Spray a little vinegar ( or Hydrogen Peroxide I & wipe with a washable handi wipe ( or paper towel ) to finish .
Thank you, Debbie. 😊
I prop a $9 reusable filter in my cup and do a pourover. To clean, knock out the grounds, let it dry and knock again to get the remaining grounds. Same as the pourover coffee you can order and pay a lot for in a coffee shop. I make it this way at home too.
Hi I've been traveling in a vans, in boats pretty much anything I can find to travel in. The best thing I use to keep warm is salt lamps they only draw 20 watts and they become very warm. I like to put them by my heater while I'm driving so that they're warm up. then I put the lamp inside them and turn them on. They will warm up quite nicely by themselves also. It's the best...
Thank you for the tip, Sparky Girl. 😊👍
The paint can idea is awesome and I’m not a vanlife yet.. these ideas are from wisdom only. Thanks ladies!
I use French press. Just use a coffee filter on the bottom. Super easy to clean
This is great idea
Coffee filter. Love it!
Every year Aldi has a Stainless Steel French Press for under $20.
Janet! The shower container is genius !! Love all your ideas ladies! Thank you.
Thanks, Linda Lee. 😊
we need more of these kinds of tips!
The sock trick and paint can fire are just genius!
Peppermint essential oil also helps repel Mosquitos.You can just put a drop on your finger and pat it on your arms, neck etc.
I'm going to try that. 🙂 Thank you.
I LOVE Ms. Janet’s accent! She is so darn cute. And her bug sprayer/shower is wonderful
We also did her van tour. th-cam.com/video/_1h_WRcgPKE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks Jan for a wonderful meetup----hope we can do it again----loved meeting everyone and making new friends!
Thanks Susan. 🙂 We will do it again!
It's great listening to the ladies and there total attention to the smallest details! We boys would be lost without you!
Aww, that's sweet, Johnny. 🙂
Fun video. Some great ideas. I really liked the paint can fire.
That was one of my favorites too.
Me too.
Wonderful group of women with great ideas:) I am 76 and it would be so fun to be there with all of you. That would be a great addition to put the list of items shown in the description the same order they are presented.
Thank you, Susan. 😊 I hope to find the time to add links to all the items in the near future.
There were no links for the items. I need that always, please.
So many little doggies in one place ...LOL. Great ideas girls!!! Stay safe & happy trails.....
Thank you. 😊 Not all the dogs made it on camera and they all got along.
What a great collection of ideas. Looks like it would be so much fun traveling with you all.
Wishing you the best. Thanks for posting all these tips!❤️
I use the gutter cover window vents. Dryer vent lint for fire starter too.
Hi R Lee. 😊 The simple little things do make a difference.
another trick with pour over coffee pour a small amount of the hot water on the dry filter first then scoop your coffee in then yes pour a sm amount of water on coffee let sit a moment then continue
Thank you, lovely ladies, for doing this. I will retire in three years and want an affordable adventure. I will need three years to build the courage to hit the road, well that and money.
It's doable
I very much enjoyed this helpful video! It addressed several of my problems with camping. Great ideas!
Thanks. 😊
Just added that kettle with induction plate and a stainless steel magnet lap tray to Amazon! Can’t wait to enjoy some lux to a very unlux life!!! So many great gadgets !!!!! Such Lovely Ladies! Very jelly of your time together sharing Life!!!!! That bug sprayer shower head combo is NEXT!
Thanks, Karen. 😊 I had seen people use the pump up sprayer but the big improvement I didn't know about was the garden spray nozzle. 👍
I get the feeling there a plenty of Girl Scouts in this group💖
Probably. Some of us learn as we go, and it's great to share ideas. 💙🦋💙
You can control the size of the flame by putting stones on the top as many as are needed until 5he flame is as big as you want.
Nice tip, Jill. 👍 Thank you. 😊
Would be great if one of you ladies could run for President, please?!😂 Such great ideas!
You know they would balance the budget and no school kids would ever go hungry again if they ran the country!
Some nice tips. I doubt I'll ever get to be a vandweller/nomad, but I love watching all these cool tips because I can use some of them in my own life.
These women are ingenious!
Thank you, Tina. 🙂
OMG! I am taking notes! These are invaluable to me! I think I have to save this vid for the future. Janet sounds like she is from my home town. awww and I just love everyone's different accents. Every time you have a show and tell, I MUST watch! Thank you gals!
Hi Lockeshop. 👋 Thanks for watching. 🙂 I'll have links to products in this video posted in the comments soon.
That shoe hack is great
Smart Campers . well done Ladies ! 👍🏼
You ladies rock!! Wow! I am soon to be in a truck camper after being displaced in hurricane Ian. As soon as I saw this video I quickly made a Facebook profile and asked to join the group as “Sue Bee.” I hope to become part of your group and actually meet you when you get together! Thank you so much for posting this video with all the wonderful tips. I am definitely going to be using them. 😃
Hi Suebee. 👋 Uh oh, new accounts throw up a red flag. You might have been rejected. But - Now that I know a little more about you, please go back and reapply for the Facebook group and I'll approve. 😊👍
@@ButterflyTracks I will. Thank you!!
Your Facebook page is making a couple of ladies nervous since there is no information about you and the account was just opened. Could you put a little about yourself there and introduce yourself to the Facebook group. They'd like to get to know you. 🙂
@@ButterflyTracks I will try. I’m having to move after hurricane Ian and that means building a truck cap to live in which is taking every minute of the day. I am also helping my roommate move her things to a storage unit. When I get a chance I will, I promise.
put the bug sprayer in a black bag works great too
OMG! All these ladies are so cute and share suck good tips and tricks! Although, I would not use thermacell inside the van. It is toxic so for outdoor use only or wide OpenOffice doors at least. ❤️
Hello 👋 how are you doing?
Love this!!
Hello Jan, hoping everything is going well with you and the family. 🐶🐶
This was such an informative video. A lot of interesting ways to use things for multiple purpose. Great job 👏🏽 😊
Thank you, Sylvia. 😊
Thanks to everyone that shared their excellent advice and hacks. 😊
Thanks for watching. 🙂
Hi there. From Australia. What fantastic ideas ladies
Hello Australia. Thanks so much! 😊
Also good for emergency heat in a smaller can with more controlled flame. I've used them.
Thanks, Jill. 😊
Never saw anyone show gel pads (Amazon). I use them to keep things from sliding around. Very handy.
I paused this cause I just am so excited to know about the empty paint can fire stove!!! Great Tip!!!
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Wow, you ladies have some really good ideas. I had to write some down and save in my cart for must haves. Thank you for sharing.
A bunch of wonderful ladies and they love to share. 😊
@@ButterflyTracks I'm grateful 🤗
Excellent gadget video. Thank you for sharing all.
GREAT VIDEO Jan 💕 thanks so much. Saving all these great tips.
So nice to see all the ladies too ,& hear names since I'd been watching your campfire circle with everyone in the dark !!
Thank you, Carol. 😊
Great idea to share tips, tricks and gadgets with other ladies. It would be great if you could list the brands or the links where the items came from. Thank you. I love the paint can fire idea!! I live in a small townhouse and that might be a great idea for my “tiny” fire pit on my patio! Prayers for safety to you all van ladies. ❤🙏🏻
I found all the items I could and put the links in the description. th-cam.com/video/9HXNsjM7h5k/w-d-xo.html
This is great. Thanks ladies! I can't wait to put these tips and tricks to good use!
Thanks, Kathy. 😊
So sad I wasn't there! I even figured out a show and tell. I will save it. I have to finish reflectix and I will be ready to roll. I will be looking for a meet up within 5-6 hours drive from me. I am in north central Texas.
Hi Joanne. 👋 Wish you were there. Maybe we can put together a meetup in your area next year. 🙂
Love the pop up sky screen!
I like the bug sprayer shower idea! But I don't understand how to change the sprayer nozzle.
She had someone in the plumbing department help her find the fittings. Ace hardware. Home Depot, Lowes could advise.
Very interesting, gonna have to watch again and takes notes!
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Hi all. I'm a Senior girl living in my SUV. Glad to hear about this.
We have a new Facebook group for women who are interested in traveling and camping. It's for women only. A safe place to exchange information about nomad adventures, caravans and meetups.
Butterfly Tribe Women Who Camp 💙 🦋 💙
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
@@ButterflyTracks sorry don't do Facebook anymore. 😑
when making a fire starter, make sure that the lint is made of natural fibers like cotton or wool, synthetics will only melt.
Good point. 👍
TWO thumbs Up!! for the great ideas and beautiful ladies--so wish I were healthier so I could be one of you wonderul laies
You are very welcome to be a virtual passenger. 🤗
Great tips. I am going to try the hand pump shower tip. Thank you.
You are so welcome!
New news (haha) of Weathertech doggie window/door cover! You always learn something when people share their tips. Thanks to everyone in the video for participating in the show and tell. :)
Thanks, Amy. 😊
I am just beginning to think about outfitting a van and this video has been great! Thank you for putting it together.
Glad it was helpful! 💙🦋💙
WOW so excited with such an amazing unique show of gadgets to usemany which I've not seen b4...thank you do much🥰
Sending hugs and prayers
Wonderful tip and tricks....thanks for sharing.
Hello how are you doing?
Thank you lovely ladies so many great tricks of the trade and each one is one great idea after another can't wait to one day meet you all. Have a wonderful holiday
These are such FUNtastic ideas. EXCELLENT videos. Thank you!
You are so welcome! 💙🦋💙
Thank you ladies SO much for sharing your tips and tricks. I love you all!
Excellent sharing. Thanks ladies :)
Our pleasure! 💙🦋💙
This is a prime example of quality content. A book I read recently was of similar excellence. "Adapting with Aging" by James Crescent
Thank you, Jack. I'll look that up. 😎👍
Such neat ideas.
Hello how are you doing today?
Very helpful tips! Great video!
I have that cat tent for my cats and puppies! Lol I love that idea tho.
Fantastic hints! Thanks ladies. 👍 🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘
Glad you enjoyed it! 💙🦋💙
Thank you for sharing 😊
These are a lot of great ideas! Thank you ladies for sharing!
Missed this trip, but love the information. The bug sprayer shower is awesome.
Great to see everyone sharing ideas.