Backroad Adventures in The Deuce: Off-Grid Solo Van Adventures for the Wanderlust Soul

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  • @Buster842842
    @Buster842842 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tosh, I enjoyed going along with you on the camper trip. Seeing all the landscape around you was nice. I’m used to lakes and streams. I’ve never seen any houses up there before. Sorry about all the fires in Canada. It’s a disaster. Praying for folks up there. The camper is great fun. Thanks. Best regards. Greg / CT USA

  • @canajian
    @canajian ปีที่แล้ว

    👋😎👍and cheers to Norm and his memory..🍺

  • @CindyGerend
    @CindyGerend ปีที่แล้ว

    Wanderlust soul, living life, cherishing memories. Love it, things money can’t buy.

  • @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors
    @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

    Got it on pause and will watch at dinner 👍🏻

    • @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors
      @RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

      We enjoyed that.
      We are approaching the age where we become a Norman for someone now

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you’re ever lucky enough to have or be a Norman, you’re very fortunate. 👍

  • @susanscully9523
    @susanscully9523 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Tosh. Here in Southern South Carolina, we call those flies May Flies. I have made a decision....you need a wife or a puppy!! Great video, as usual

    • @SoloHiker1
      @SoloHiker1 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're half right... He needs a dog!

    • @susanscully9523
      @susanscully9523 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SoloHiker1 hahahaha

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh wow! I’d like a puppy. Eventually.

  • @fayepotts3279
    @fayepotts3279 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tosh, so used to seeing you in the snow, and as usual your video surpasses in beautiful scenery and the wildlife surrounding you.
    Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @amywill9185
    @amywill9185 ปีที่แล้ว

    Little flies are muffleheads. Signs of a healthy lake.

  • @mototurkey5289
    @mototurkey5289 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Visiting old places and experiencing the spaces in time gone by is therapeutic. I love Desert Solitaire and I recognized the cover when you were reading in the van. I think a sort of book recommendation and interactive with your audience would be worthy of trading some titles by comment. Finally, I’d be interested to hear/see your trail plotted on a map if you decide to explore long term. Nothing too close of scale, just an idea of where it’s all happening... If nothing else, keeping a log for yourself will be another sentimental piece of exploratory travels and escapes in the wandering deuce. Cheers!

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. I’ll try to share a bit more of the route. If you have any reading recommendations I’d be happy to hear them.

    • @mototurkey5289
      @mototurkey5289 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toshselfpropelled I’ll start with two books all fisherman should read. The Earth is Enough by Harry Middleton if you haven’t read it, I think it will change or clarify some ways you see the fishing, hunting and outdoor pursuits. Second, I recommend The River Why, by David James Duncan. It too will possibly create a space to assimilate fishing and a view of the world in ways that clarify your ethic and to appreciate your place in it. I have many more, but will hold there as two important novels for any outdoors person. Non-fiction, I lean toward Guns, Germs and Steel by Jared Diamond and Pioneer Life: or 30 years a hunter by Philip Tome. If you’re simply looking to relax and escape too deep a thought, I’d recommend either Trout Bum, or maybe Sex, Death, and Flyfishing by John Gierach. These are slanted toward fishing, but have outdoor ethic strewn throughout as you tickle the outdoor fancy while traveling and “camping” through the so-called wilderness in a van, canoe, or on foot. Best to you man!

  • @jodyreay733
    @jodyreay733 ปีที่แล้ว

    So peaceful and a pleasure to watch ❤️ thank you!

  • @CwBDaveis.716
    @CwBDaveis.716 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful ending, Tosh!!!

  • @StephenMooreOfficial
    @StephenMooreOfficial ปีที่แล้ว

    0:30 coopers dog tag... 😢

  • @sunbunny1236
    @sunbunny1236 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the video. Keep ‘em coming please 🙏
    👁🦉👁

  • @alanbierhoff6831
    @alanbierhoff6831 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’d still be roaming around in that sporting goods store 😆
    I haven’t been in that area since the late 1980’s. Yes, I’m an old fart. We used to bear hunt out of a camp in the Espanola area. John Blake was the outfitter. He was pretty well known back then.

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s a nice shop. I spent a lot more time there then I showed on the video!

  • @wendyoutdoors2230
    @wendyoutdoors2230 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video Tosh. Enjoyed your trip with you. Looking forward to following your adventures whether in the van or a canoe. All's good.Just got to get out there.

  • @kristingrounds4163
    @kristingrounds4163 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that you name the van Deuce!!! Looking forward to the next episode

  • @Sterlthepearl6960
    @Sterlthepearl6960 ปีที่แล้ว

    Someone has life figured out! Congratulations on your success and van life journey!

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t know if I’ve figured much out but I’m working on it 👍

  • @LittleMo777.
    @LittleMo777. ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful change of scenery! Beautiful places and good memories you shared!

  • @darrendavidsonoutdoors
    @darrendavidsonoutdoors ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for bringing us along. I know what you mean by getting a little older and wiser. I'll be 49 next week and the last couple of years solo camping, I really lean more on the cautious side than the wild and crazy young me who would say; just do it! What's the worst that can happen?! Now not only am I more cautious but I even purchased a Garmin Inreach to bring along with me "just in case" on those longer trips. But I'm still getting out there at least.

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s the main thing. Just get out there. 👍

  • @GoodLife-ue3ee
    @GoodLife-ue3ee ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vlog, thank you for taking us on your adventures

  • @beautyofthebackcountry
    @beautyofthebackcountry ปีที่แล้ว

    "I recently turned 40. Even more recently, I turned 43." 🤣Lovely video of a lovely guy, in a lovely spot, from a lovely van. Safe travels, friend!

  • @CanadianSledDog
    @CanadianSledDog ปีที่แล้ว

    That ending was really beautiful!

  • @TripleG69
    @TripleG69 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely loved the road trip. So many different and beautiful pieces of nature. Thank you for taking us along. Take care and much ❤

  • @jameshenry3802
    @jameshenry3802 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice change of scenery Tosh, I know those areas well. I have had good fishing there also but not with a fly rod. 🎣

  • @AdamRomanoExplores
    @AdamRomanoExplores ปีที่แล้ว

    That truck is looking pretty bad ass buddy. Looks like you are living your best life. Hope you are enjoying it. Loving these vids, keep them coming!

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Adam. It’s been a lot of fun. We still need to plan to do something for the fall.

  • @nittygritty9418
    @nittygritty9418 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a lot different then being in a tent :) I loved the caves, thanks for sharing.

  • @shaungallagher9025
    @shaungallagher9025 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Tosh, mate thanks for taking us along with you on your trip and sharing the memories. Your van setup is awesome and i look forward to the next video. Cheers Shaun

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Shaun. Happy to hear you enjoyed the video.

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see you had a video up your yogurt sounded good as well as healthy. nice that you were able to get together which looked like a nice fishing adventure with a couple family members. been on the Chi-Cheemaun it is an awesome ferry, I think I know The tobermory like the back of my hand from exploring the area and hiking the trail's gorgeouse area as is lions head. love the Deuce you have everything you need to be comfy cozy , thanks for taking us to the waterfalls they wer gogeouse, in all a beautiful adventure filled video thank you i needed this. Ontario.

  • @dwrivers47
    @dwrivers47 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The van is a game changer. I really enjoyed this different kind of video for you. I can really sense what a genuine kind soul you are coming through in your last few videos. Happy travels !

  • @robintheoutside
    @robintheoutside ปีที่แล้ว

    This was aweasome! I haven't been to the Bruce Peninsula in about 15yrs! The terrain, the color of the water, the wildlife .. it's all breathtaking. It must feel strange having people camping so close after years in the backcountry lol I was surprised that I didn't see a canoe strapped to the top of The Deuce. Looking forward to the rest of this series. Thank you for sharing!

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn’t need the canoe on this little trip but it’ll be up there for sure.

  • @user-mikie
    @user-mikie ปีที่แล้ว

    Having followed your canoeing adventures I thought, oh this is going to boring. Wrong, oh how wrong. Many years ago I fished the Sauble River and fly fished the Credit and did a lot of fly tying at your age. Thanks for the travellogue, and meeting the inlaws. Looking forward to a new sub-channel Vandemonium Adventures with dozens of your vlogs.

  • @luciereadman4003
    @luciereadman4003 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was hard to pick what I liked best. The Grotto was so cool to see. The waterfalls were stunning. Was nice to hear the story of Norm. Liking your style and how it’s evolving. Keep up the awesome work!! Thanks for taking us along.

  • @garryandrews
    @garryandrews ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for that mate! Great van and a lovely video. Greetings from the UK 🇬🇧

  • @cliffordwright342
    @cliffordwright342 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally enjoyed this. You took us to many places I’ve been and brought back memories. Thank you. Nice van by the way

  • @SL-ye4ur
    @SL-ye4ur ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice job sir! You shall certainly find more secluded places along your journey. I know and watching a lot of TH-cam videos there are some great campsites that are marked by Travelers I believe the van can access. I know following the Epic family road trip they Mark a lot of sites over the years. Again great job and great content

  • @CwBDaveis.716
    @CwBDaveis.716 ปีที่แล้ว

    You did an excellent job with this video. I enjoyed it very much and it's nice to see your evolution continue, obviously in a big way here--and it makes sense :)

  • @TXPaisano
    @TXPaisano ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! You nailed this one. Thanks for the beautiful scenery and taking the extra effort to share with your viewers. Well done.

  • @polligma1450
    @polligma1450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Tosh for bringing us along. Beautiful country. Nice you brought your family and a dear friend into your video. Never loose the memories. Hope to see more of your adventures. At least you have the van to shelter in with bad weather and bugs.

  • @llorylloyd
    @llorylloyd ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful memorable trip. I'm jealous you're living my dream.
    The water was so clear and beautiful. How cold do you think it was? The falls were amazing.
    Guess I'm not the only one that gobbles at a turkey. 😂
    You were lucky to have met each other. 💕

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The water was pretty cold. Georgian Bay never gets very warm.

  • @deltafoxtrot6092
    @deltafoxtrot6092 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like it, I like it alot. Love the beauty of the Canadian Shield. I follow a few of you Ontario boys. Always wondered if TH-camrs watch TH-cam. It's better than TV. Looking forward to seeing more of your travels 🤘❤️🇨🇦 I'm a BC boy. Never been past Alberta. Maybe you will be out this way one day. Cheers Eh

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed the video. I have many more ideas that would bring me out west. It’s so amazing out there.

  • @bugandmitz
    @bugandmitz ปีที่แล้ว

    Awe Coop’s tag 😢. The grotto was beautiful as well as the waterfalls! I would love to have a van like that to travel in! So nice! I’m sure it will take awhile for you to adjust. Have you tried a Thermacel ? They work pretty well for mosquitoes. The area you were in reminds me of the Ozarks here in the states. So beautiful! By the way you are the same age as my oldest daughter, now that makes me feel old!! Thanks for sharing and see you on your next adventure!

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a Thermacel. They do work pretty well. I’d love to go down through the Ozarks. It looks beautiful.

  • @patriciawilson5950
    @patriciawilson5950 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are the best. Your music and close ups of flowers and wildlife are amazing. Your about my son's age and yes I was yelling at you for climbing on those rocks. That was so dangerous but so rewarding. But why did you buy a van without a toilet? Thanks for taking me along!

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much. I have a little portable toilet I can add if I need to.

  • @MKYeahBuddy
    @MKYeahBuddy ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Tosh!! I see your T Shirts!! Where can we get them?

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Working on it. I’ll get the word out once I have it sorted.

  • @chrisgrayson3855
    @chrisgrayson3855 ปีที่แล้ว

    Went on this once too but fog was so thick you could not see anyting

  • @KosmonautKong
    @KosmonautKong ปีที่แล้ว

    43?? Good god man I thought you were in your late 20s. Evidently the Fountain of Youth is a whitewater somewhere in Ontario.

  • @SoloHiker1
    @SoloHiker1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, Mahalo for sharing. But I really hate that YukTube subscribe button.

  • @duckypam
    @duckypam ปีที่แล้ว

    I went camping at a campground over the weekend and it was hell. The noise and the endless banging of the washroom door. Not very relaxing

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to hear that. It’s much different then the backcountry. I found it hard to get used to.

  • @allenermey8857
    @allenermey8857 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there any wild fires near you? Every one ok up there?

    • @toshselfpropelled
      @toshselfpropelled  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There’s been a lot of smoke in the air lately. Most of it seems to be coming from much farther north.

    • @allenermey8857
      @allenermey8857 ปีที่แล้ว

      @toshselfpropelled I'm down here in southern Wisconsin and it made it look like fog