My WORST Truck Camping Experience So Far
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ก.ย. 2024
- This was definitely the hardest truck camping video I've filmed so far. Extreme heat and mosquitoes. Trapped in the back of the truck. Why? Because I wasn't prepared... Lessons learned :)
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Also, try spraying your clothes & Interior of your truck with Permethrin. It repels a lot of insects, spiders and ticks. I spray my bedding and carpet of my truck camper every 4-6 weeks. A small usb fan can help to create an "air curtain" to keep bugs out too.
I live in Alaska and that is EXACTLY what I do to my truck camper, cab, hammocks, camp chairs, gear and clothing.
Permethrin doesn't have a smell and it lasts for weeks.
We call it the magical mosquitoe barrier.
I even bought some cheap, lightweight, breathable workout hoodies and use them while on hikes. They make a potentially buggy hike into absolute bliss.
Awesome thank you Jaymi for great tips 🙏🏼😊
I honestly dont know how you were able to stay the whole night with ALL those mosquitos!! I could not have done it, I dont have the mental toughness that you have Linnie that video left me scratching lol. Hope that your home now, comfortable and hitting the books! See you on the next adventure 🇸🇪
Me neither! 😂🤔 I actually just got back home from camping this weekend 😊 But I am currently trapped inside the truck and cant get out because of heavy rain 😅☔ Hope you've had a great weekend Lucia 🥰
Linnie, sorry about your annoying insect attack! Makes your beautiful camp sight hardly worth it. You definitely are more dedicated to staying then I feel I would have been. Love your real life adventures!
It was horrible but still an experience 😂 Haha thank you 🤗🙏🏼
I can give you a homemade insect repellent, it works great for me here in the Florida Panhandle. Use it on you skin, around you interior of your truck and even outside. Odor goes away quickly.
3 cups Epson Salts
32 oz.STALE beer
1 large bottle of blue mouthwash.
Mix it up totally and put it in a spray bottle for a great insect free camp.
Will try it thank you 🙏🏼
Sorry the bugs like you so much, but I can understand why they do. Burned the onions again. Sorry for the heat. Food looks very tasty. Thank you for sharing your awesome adventure with us. Stay safe, happy, and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
This has to be the cutest video I have ever seen. Nice work toughing it out. Good to show this side of camping......
Hang in there from a long term nomad from Michigan US. Thanks for being real!
Hi Linnie. Wow that was bad. The moment right before you opened the tailgate in the morning - I could see the swarm! I am a little surprised you don't have a Thermacell. I bought the backpacker edition after I saw Jim Baird use one on one of his camping trips. I have to tell you, it's was an absolute game-changer for me. I bring it with me on every trip and it works insanely well. You could just set it on the ground by your tire. If you've never seen/heard of one before, I would check it out! And don't ever second-guess posting a video like this. The reason I subscribed is because you are genuine and authentic. Regardless of the negative comments you may get, don't ever forget there are people like me watching who enjoy what you're doing. Keep up the great work!
Yeah it was awful! 🥴 I don't know actually usually I just use mosquito spray which I think works fine 😊 But I might buy one now! 😂 Thank you for your kind words 😊
You rock. Lmao. You pushed through and learned never leave without bug spray. ReL life.
Haha yep... 😂😎
I was itching all over while watching! LoL. You're tougher than I am.
😂😇
Always be prepared for the outdoors, keep your truck stocked for every occasion. When you're not camping, your stockpiling supplies, you become a warehouse for outdoor adventures . Always ahead of the game. What you do when you're not camping will determine the outcome of your adventures. Knowing your ready for anything will bring you inner happiness, a brilliant attitude,a very blessed experience. Acting like a pro, (like) I've done this before. Fifty years of passion coming out for you, for the great outdoors. Be prepared for hostile wildlife and stupid human's. I felt for you, had some awfully rotten experience's myself, even being ready (sometimes it's not in your control). We laughed about it later.😊
You need a couple thermacells. You can put one in each window.also scented dryer sheets. Rub on bare skin and put in your loose pocket.
Omg what a champion to stay in that heat and insect attack 😬🥰 really fun video though 😀
Haha it was tough 🥵 but thank you Magdalena! 😊❤️
That lake looked awesome. Mosquitoes, yellow flies and black flies are my typical camping friends when I camp by the river. My friends do more complaining than you did. Citronella candles help, but they don't completely get rid of them.
Yeah lakes are awesome to camp by but at the same time horrible because of all the mosquitos and insects ☹️ Ok might try those thanks 😊
All bugs hate a mix of vinegar, Dawn dish soap and water in a squirt bottle
Also biting bugs hate Jergen's self tanning lotion.
Awesome will try it 😇
Haha gotta get myself a tan then 😂
It's a natural experience! Not a bad vlog! Maybe try modify your camper with a net on side windows and a screen vestibule at the gate! I really like those handheld bug zappers! Those are alot of fun when your outdoors! Thank you for a great video!!👍
I guess! 😊 Yeah I need to find a solution for it.. Thank you! 😊
your towel apron... hahaha ❤️ you're so cute!
Haha! 😂
Hey, you toughed it out camping. Bet you still had fun getting out.
Spray is a must. There are insect candles that come in a little metal bucket and work good. For a small space like in the back. It’s a learning experience. I will look for Permethrin myself.
Haha well I had fun afterwards looking at the footage and making the video 😂 I bought a Thermacell and it works great! 😊
All I can say, you're one amazing person. Feeling your pain and lol with you and thinking 🤔 If one had a sliding window on the truck and topper and bicycle tube in between...A person could turn on the AC ? Thanks for sharing
Thank you, yeah that would be something 🙈
So I have used various methods over the years , to stop mozies biting me , from nets to insect repellent , to fans etc , the best is sweeping fan , they donot get a chance to fly straight to you , due to changing fast air flow .
I have used insect 100% deet , so strong it will start to melt the watch strap on a casio , and it works compeltly for 4 hrs , then they start biting again .
Fan only works when you have power or can afford power , then its nets & donot touch net , as they will bite thru the net .
Mosquitoes, those wonderful little friends whose existence you don't even remember until summer comes.
I live in a cottage and those nights when the mosquitoes make an invasion all the way inside, I (try to) sleep with a mosquito net on my head. Some sleeping bags (e.g. Carinthia Tropen) have a built-in mosquito net, but they are quite hot for the summer heat. So I've usually just used the Carinthia sleeping bag liner and a separate mosquito net.
If you want to try a non-toxic mosquito repellent, Wilmas Nordic Summer (Wilma Naturprodukter) is quite good. It only contains tar oil and beeswax.
I think you did well under those conditions and I hope you have a better journey next time! 👋🇫🇮
Those are great tips especially the non toxic repellent since I think the smell of those regular toxic ones is really hard to stand. I appreciate all your tips thanks a lot 🤗
Ugh, I feel your pain! If nothing else this will be a trip you don’t forget! What a great setup you have, love your trangia!
Definetly! 😅 Thank you, it's awesome! ☺️
I must of watched this video a dozen times...Girl your an amazing person. What we learn is what we know ? And, I think 🤔 your very smart to figure out...what works and what don't ? And, I'm learning from your experience and videos. Thanks for sharing 👍
Well, this video was something else 😂 Thank you. That's awesome 🤗
Hej Linnie, jag är tillbaka från semestern och jag ser den här väldigt roliga videon på dig. Jag såg mig själv där när jag först åkte till Sverige med mina föräldrar. Vi har använt Mygga sedan dess och det är verkligen det bästa! Ha det i åtanke nästa gång ;) Ser fram emot din nästa video, vi ses snart
Hej Sascha, hoppas du haft en bra semester 😊 jag brukar också använda mygga för det mesta, funkar väldigt bra. Glömde det bara denna gången 😅😂 Ha en bra vecka 😊
I’m so glad to see you’re back! I was cracking up the whole time in this video. 😂 It just looked miserable, attack of the killer mosquitoes!! If you get a net system for your truck, it would be so much better.
I’m going camping this weekend in the mountains of Colorado and making cheese steak sandwiches! 🤤 I’ll make sure I bring bug spray!😂 thanks again for the laugh! Until next time! 😀
Yeah it definetly would 👀 Hey that sounds awesome 😄 Bet you won't forget it after watching this video 😂 Have a wonderful weekend out there! 😊
Maybe someone already said this, I'm too lazy to read all the comments. But during bug season, I always eat as much garlic as I can, it helps some. And I don't use any soap that has perfumes as insects are attracted to flowers. I use citronella based soap or one that has no additives and a tiki torch to keep insects away.
Appreciate your tips, thanks! 😊
Perhaps a flextail repel does the trick, or keep on walking your coffee;)
this year is really terrible about mosquito in Sweden. hopefully we was in roof top tent and we have to possibility to open windows and stay protected.
Hey Linnie,I feel your pain...here in East Texas it is getting over 100°F and the mosquitoes are viscous...just brutal...I did laugh a little 😆😆... but hey, you stuck it out and still seemed to have a good time....
Oh my 🥵 Yeah I always enjoy the camping even when I'm attacked by bugs and insects 😂 to me it's still better than being stuck in my apartment in the city 👀
Oh man. Bug hell. You need a portable/camping bug zapper. But your salmon plate looks yummy!
Guess I do 😅😂
@@linnienorth Maybe rubbing the lemon on your skin was like marinade for the mosquitoes lol.
AC will take a lot of power , so look for a osicilating electric fan , you can get some that run off re-charge drill batteries , Ryobi , also always have long sleeve shirts & long trousers , so mozzies cannot bite arms & legs , so if you canget a fan that swings in different directions over you , it makes it almost impossible for the mozzies to fly to you as the wind direction is always sweeping thru different directions .
I really enjoy your adventures. You may want to check out a Thermacell bug repellant. It's a small and inexpensive device that will keep your camper bug free. Best wishes from the US :)
I'm happy to hear that 😄 Yeah I definetly will, thank you 😊
You're so brave. I HATE bugs. I wouldn't have stayed. Kuddos to you! Enjoy your videos.
Haha thanks! 😂😊
It was a fun video to watch it just sucks you had to deal with those blood suckers, mosquito's are at least in my mind the most agenizing thing there ever was, but they do like sweet people, you did have me laughing really good watching you dancing around and running around trying to brush your teeth. Great video and I enjoyed it very much. Stay safe
Haha I'm happy I could make others laugh at least 😂 Awesome thank you stay safe 😊
Nice truck and video
I feel your pain! I hate mosquitos and I'm like a giant mosquito magnet :-(
I did get a laugh out of it though! Hope the next one is better. You should try a Thermacell next time!
Seems like I am too 😅😂 Haha awesome. Had forgotten those existed, must check it out 👀
I live in FL really bad here. Bug spray mosquito net high powdered fan all those are helpful
Yep just need to fix a mosquito net now then I'm ready to go 😄😊
Hey linnie! The mosquitos looked beyond horrible! I am going camping this weekend ( Finally ) and I hope we dont run into as many as you did. It was great seeing a video keep up the work and if you ever feel like you are getting behind on making videos I am sure we would love to see or hear about school.
It was insane never seen so many mosquitos before 😳 Yay how fun! Then I wish you a great camping and hope you'll have more luck than I did 😂 👀
It makes an entertaining video, and cool music too
Yay, thanks 😄🤗
I feel your pain Linnie ! Once the warm weather starts insect defense becomes a priority and I agree try a Themacell they work great
Will do thank you 😊
I used this video as a cautionary tale before I went truck camping this week; I bought a Thermacell mosquito repellent device and it worked WONDERFULLY! It was kind of expensive and you have to buy fuel cells and little mats to keep it working, but it did work! No mosquitoes in the camper shell with me! I am also working on making a mosquito net that fits the tailgate so I can leave it open without being eaten alive…
Haha that's awesome! Must've felt so good to see the mosquitoes fly the opposite direction 😂 I need to get one... 👀 AND a net! 🥵
Use a sleeping bag liner. Not only can it add some additional warmth to an existing bag as part of a system, but it can be used alone as a very light bag. I use mine in my hammock during the summer because I need to have something, but it is very light, bag shaped and works perfectly for something lite but will cover you as much as you need.
That's a great tip. I don't have one but I will definetly buy one. Thank you 😊
@@linnienorth worth it and they are not expensive and pack up tiny, like the size of a soup can.
Get a therma cell and turn it on when you camp. It will keep mosquitos away.
I can relate 100% Linnie. I used to hate days like that when I used to wild camp, and 9 times out of 10 I used to pack up and go home. Just miserable. For me the best repellent is Avon Skin So Soft, they hate it (the mosquitoes I mean) but I’m not sure if you guys have that over there? You walking round in circles drinking your coffee definitely cracked a smile though 😉😂 Take care Linnie and see you in the next one 👍😎❤️🇬🇧
Yeah miserable is the word to describe it 😅👀 Never heard of it but I will look it up thanks 😊 Hehe 😇
Citronella candles!...
Also mosquitoes 🦟 can’t land on you if there is a breeze. A battery powered fan in this case would not only keep the mosquito at bay, but would help cool you just a little.
That's true! Appreciate your tips thanks a lot 😊
Helt klart din roligaste film Linnie. Önskar dig en trevlig helg. 😀😀
Haha vad bra då är jag nöjd ändå 😂😊 Tack detsamma 🤗
Yes, You need an air-conditioner. I would have left after 5 minutes. Nice video.
Haha yes 😂 Thanks 😊
Try a 5000 btu window unit with 2000 generator works great
Get a mosquito repellents and a big nets that you can hide in there.
Wow that was a rough trip. Hot and those biting creatures from hell. I had a few on my last trip but nothing like that. I’m sure you’ll get some good repellent for next time ( and have a backup!!) Also as someone else mentioned a fan is good to have to help keep them off of you plus cool you down a bit and make it easier to sleep. Might want to look into getting a small power station and a 12 volt fan. They’ve been life savers for me on hot nights in the truck.
Well yeah I've got so many great tips on here which I appreciate very much so now I will be better prepared for next time 😂😊 I will definetly buy a fan! 🥵
Velcro mosquito net where the doors are next time and you’ll be good.
Oh my gosh those are massive!! I feel bad about complaining about our tiny little mosquitoes here in Wyoming USA!! Please don't be sorry about the video, if nothing else, it made me sooo thankful for my baby bugs lol! :)
I'm jealous! 😂
I've got to give you credit you don't give up I can't say the same thing about me O dryer sheets works I've used them before myself
Haha it was close though.. 😅 thanks for the tip! 😊
Hey Linnie. For what it’s worth u totally made me laugh tonight 😂. Seriously entertaining vid 😅 So here in Bruges for the night at end of my trip. Been thru Denmark, Sweden and Norway before heading back South. Amazing trip and loads of really friendly people. And pretty much everyone spoke some level of English. I tried ur Swedish caviar - not what I expected. Kinda salty but same time sweet I think 🤷♂️ 😂 Mosquitoes…ugh! That buzz in ur ear when u try to sleep, constant itching! How the f*ck the lil sh*ts get into even my tent when zipped up is a mystery. So I totally feel ur pain 😅 Anyway crossing back into UK tomorrow 😔 Hope ur doing well. Have a great weekend 🤗 PS. Sorry I totally forgot to leave forks in the trees 🍴 😉
Hahah yay 😇 I'm happy to hear you've had a great trip, how far north did you go? 😊 I mean it takes some time to go to the northernmost part of Sweden/Norway but its worth it because its so freaking beautiful 😍 Well I guess we both need to invest in a Thermacell 😂 Haha aw.. 🍴👀 Thanks Stephen you too 🤗
After Oslo I rode West to Bergen then made my way back East to Orebro. Rode some amazing roads and passes 🏍️🤙I wish I had more time to go further North but have been on a schedule. U have a beautiful country and maybe I’ll head back that way next year. I never made it to Stockholm 😞 But can’t complain as weather was awesome for most part ☀️ Now it’s back to work Monday….ugh. Good luck with the mosquito bites 🦟 😂 At least u smell like fresh lemon. I got used to smelling like sh*t after all the camping 😂
Wouldn't it been better to drive somewhere else for another hour? In my experience, mosquitoes tend to occur in such numbers in a limited area. Then it's better to look for a different place.
6:38 all these are bites on your hand ? DAMN...
Hi Linnie, sorry about your campsite. I know exactly what you went through. It sucks when you can't sit still for 20 seconds. That is one of the only good things about winter, no bugs. Still a good video though !! Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦 🍻🍻🥂🥂
Haha well, at least I could give others (and myself) a good laugh 😆😊
Try a thermacel works wonderful
Bought one after this video, it's great! 🦟😊
I would have left already.
Can’t stand bugs.
Thanks for taking one for the team 🪰🪰 your Awsome
So are you! 😊
I would say screw it go home 😂 I hate being hot and mosquitoes and flys all at once.
Not the best combo 😅
just make a small firepit beside your truck and it will go away they hate burning woods
I love you
You need a Thermocell for the bugs
Have one now 😊
I would not have stayed.
Horrible, horrible, so scared... ...
😳
You need an ac in that truck..
I wish! 🥵
Linnie Hi , 🙏
Hi 👋🏼😊
@@linnienorth where Are you from
It’s too bad you can’t build a fire.
Yeah that was my first thought 😅 🔥 👀
This is painful to watch.
Bugs suck!
Yep! 😖
OMG! Woman! Get yourself a battery-operated fan. Not only will help you keep cool but it also helps with mosquitoes. Also, get yourself a net so you can keep the back open. 🦟
I will! 🥵
@@linnienorth ♥ I hope your next camping trip is a bit more comfortable. That was painful to watch!🤣