I would love to do a backpack trip but I'm not sure if it would be safe for me to do alone. Since the cardiac episodes. Do you carry some type of beacon locator device or can you recommend one? I plan on getting a dog but not right now. I need to finish my build first. But want to take some short trips in the meantime. I honestly wish I'd done this yrs ago and not at 60. Alex I really enjoy watching you. You and Tara are such an inspiration. I also watch Maria. Love the shout out she gave you in her live last week. Ya'll be safe and have fun on the trip.❤
You’re so kind! I’m so sorry to hear about your health issues, that is so tough :( and I personally use a ZOLEO SOS device, and highly recommend it! I can text or message friends and family with a prepaid plan that I can update or pause every month. It’s yet to fail me and it was way more affordable than some of the alternatives. Best of luck on your build and upcoming adventures!
Hi Alexandria, I found your channel recently and honestly thoroughly loved watching every single video that I watched so far. Your honesty, simple explanations, your van life knowledge, camper building knowledge , the way you present are all so so beautiful and are top level. I started enjoying a simple van life in my station wagon 3 years ago after getting burnt out working as a doctor for more than 20 years. I love this lifestyle. I am thinking of getting a truck camper in the future and your beautiful videos have inspired me. Thank you, 🙏❤️☺️, umesh :)
Hey, I’ve been watching your videos for awhile. Thank you for all that you post. Your positivity and natural personality are really engaging. I am a 58 year old female who has lived an exceptionally independent life for a long time. I love what you bring. I’m only just “slightly” 😂 envious of the nomadic life you have chosen. Thanks for being such a fabulous role model for so many women - young and old. Both you and Linnea bring so much for others to learn. Thank you!!
Hi Alex, Maybe people are afraid to be alone🤷🏼♀️🤷🏼♀️🤷🏼♀️ Awning looks fun to set up🤣🤣 Loved Tera swinging in the hammock with you! She looked so comply, too! Looking forward to your hiking adventures✌️
I love watching you and the fun you have. I wish that I would have found you at a younger age. You are so precise and easy to understand. I love your positive attitude with Tara and even us. Love to you both! Have fun! Peggy
I tried waving my hands over my sink multiple times, but the dirty dishes never disappeared. What am I doing wrong? Love these "day in the life videos" Thanks for sharing!
Great video. Loved he previous one, too! Am really looking forward to seeing you and Terra on a trek, it seems like Ages Ago that I enjoyed your long hikes on the Trails. Itshould be a delightful adventure for you both. Love and Blessings.💜💙💚💫
Well, you're a good person and you deserve to find potable water. 👍 It amazes me, all the gadgets and gizmos you kids today have access to -- it's almost enough to justify watching you, to hear them all explained. When I hit the road in '75, I had a Kelty external frame pack, a cheap worthless sleeping bag, an equally worthless tube tent, a palm-sized flashlight that ran on batteries, a couple of SF paperbacks, a salami and some bread, a water bottle, and a Swiss army knife. What a joke! No stove, no pad, not much extra clothing, and the knife didn't even have a saw blade. 🎱 Much suffering ensued.
Hey Alex you were very patient putting up your awning! 😁 Your backpack is very organised & practical thanks for sharing & love that Terra has one also! 🤗 💜💜 love from Australia & safe travels 🇦🇺🌞
Thanks for the helpful tips. I really like that fishing pole, would keep me from going hungry. I have to finish my shopping list before I go roaming. Your input assists me with that. I can hear them calling me, the forests, hahaha.
You probably probided the newcomers a sense of security they got from you close to them. Even when it felt different to you. Happy travels both of you.
Just a hint with your awning , if you run strings to pegs in the ground and keep everything good and snug it will handle alot more wind good luck love your video
Aaah, I'm with you regarding the annoyance of people parking-up close when there is a vast space in which to do so!! I read another comment about it being biologically normal for humans to seek company...not this one 😂 If I go out to places like where you were - it's because I am seeking solace, so I find it quite frustrating when people intrude on such when there is clearly the option for vast distance between rigs. I also don't understand why at 24hr rest stops people will park on top of me when we are the only ones there! Just seems crazy in my opinion. And if you're parked close enough that I can hear you use a pee bottle or snore - you're far too close 😄
I can tell your an experienced backpacker by the items you chose in your kit. If anyone starting out copied your kit they would save money in the long run by having top of the line items that are proven and work very well.
I hope your able to share your first catch with your backpackers fishing pole. Don't worry, cleaning a fish is a little gushy but bot really a big deal. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at ho w easy Tara will be able to carry her food. Be sure to give her a snack a few times a day while your hiking. I'm looking forward to the trail video.
Morning, as always another good content and organized vid. Showing your learning process is important, steps to success through series of small fails,,,,, And that's what it takes, keep up the good work!
Best way to set up an awning by yourself is to extend those side poles out first. That way when you roll out the awning and place the legs down the side bars are already within reach.
Great video. You really seem happy out and about traveling. I’m not a person who goes fishing, so how do you reel in a fish or does the hook attach at the end of the pole with a tiny string?
Good video! I think my biggest concern would be leaving the truck and camper behind out in the middle of nowhere. What would happen if someone reported abandoned? What would police/forest ranger do?
Nothing. The most they can do is leave a 48 hour notice on your camper if illegally parked. They will keep coming back to make sure you comply or eventually tow it.
@@3smoke ok. Retired cop and we don’t have a way to call folks from their license plate. Maybe in your state. But not ever state list contact information.
They’re reported to last approximately 3500 lifecycles! This is not my third, because the other two have died or had any issues, this is my third, as it was an upgrade in size and power! I have loved all of my BLUETTIs, I would recommend any of them for a variety of uses and power needs ☺️
@@SheRoamsWild Thanks! I need a larger unit. My Jackery 240 is way too small. (I bought it for my Pokemon Go obsession. The Bluetti seems to be priced right!!!
Question, that company said if we use your code it’s $25 off. I went on the website and that amount don’t even cover the taxes. Welp! They lost a sale today. At least they should of covered the taxes. Love your videos and thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Do you think this camper would be okay for 2 people and no pets or bed and living space are too small? Seems really similar in size to the Scout campers. Thanks
I love that Sinclair station in Sisters!! I'm out there alot and wondering if I ever see if it's ok to say hi?? I have the same truck as you just so you know. Cheers friend.
🤔 I tried posting a comment but it wouldn't post..which is funny because this is what I said: I promised myself I wouldn't comment on your video today because I have commented on all your videos lately. And then you go and have to braid your hair on video. Love me some braided hair ❤🤪 Anyway, don't sweat the awning. I've done battle with an awning a lot worse then you have many times. Another fantastic video ✌
I’ve just never had a time where it would have helped much. Either there aren’t bugs, or they are so bad that I either leave or resort to the indoors haha
@@SheRoamsWild I also carry a black fly net. (Fits over the head and keeps everything including mosquitoes and gnats out). Most of my hiking and camping has been in the Midwest and lower Canada. No way to avoid them.
I do! and I totally forgot to mention it, yikes! I use a ZOLEO SOS device for all of my trips and even when I am out of service in the camper, and love it :)
I hate that. Why do people, in a variety of settings, pull up RIGHT NEXT TO other people. Why don’t other people have the mindset that if someone is set up in nature in a spot that has a lot a privacy that they did that for a reason?! Why don’t some people realize that other people like to be alone in nature for the peace & tranquility and that other people invading your space & making lots of sound makes it impossible to relax & be in your own thoughts?! Also, people parking next to you or facing you when you park in a parking lot to eat. Wth 😐🤷🏽♂️ Or when you select a seat in a mostly empty movie theater in such a way to try to discourage others from sitting near you but they sit near you in an otherwise empty row AND there are other empty rows?!?! We aren’t all built the same apparently. I guess some people like to share personal space with strangers. Maybe they don’t have the ability to sense the presence of other people 😐🤷🏽♂️
I think it might just be more of the herd/group camping mentality that a lot of people come from, myself included! It probably didn't cross their minds that they were doing anything that could be perceived as other than friendly, and it was just easier for me to move than to engage with them and their dogs :)
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How long will your backpack trip be?
@@bonniepettersen4063 a shorter one! we are looking at 2-3 days and 3-4 nights :)
I would love to do a backpack trip but I'm not sure if it would be safe for me to do alone. Since the cardiac episodes. Do you carry some type of beacon locator device or can you recommend one? I plan on getting a dog but not right now. I need to finish my build first. But want to take some short trips in the meantime. I honestly wish I'd done this yrs ago and not at 60. Alex I really enjoy watching you. You and Tara are such an inspiration. I also watch Maria. Love the shout out she gave you in her live last week. Ya'll be safe and have fun on the trip.❤
I love your style, lifestyle and your videos. Hugs Ron Sweden
You’re so kind! I’m so sorry to hear about your health issues, that is so tough :( and I personally use a ZOLEO SOS device, and highly recommend it! I can text or message friends and family with a prepaid plan that I can update or pause every month. It’s yet to fail me and it was way more affordable than some of the alternatives. Best of luck on your build and upcoming adventures!
Hi Alexandria, I found your channel recently and honestly thoroughly loved watching every single video that I watched so far. Your honesty, simple explanations, your van life knowledge, camper building knowledge , the way you present are all so so beautiful and are top level. I started enjoying a simple van life in my station wagon 3 years ago after getting burnt out working as a doctor for more than 20 years. I love this lifestyle. I am thinking of getting a truck camper in the future and your beautiful videos have inspired me.
Thank you, 🙏❤️☺️, umesh :)
I (privately) had doubts for the awning placement, but seeing it in action, it's perfect! Keep filming, we'll keep watching!
As a dog lover and breeder, I absolutely love how much care you take with Terra, she is a very lucky girl!!
Hey, I’ve been watching your videos for awhile. Thank you for all that you post. Your positivity and natural personality are really engaging. I am a 58 year old female who has lived an exceptionally independent life for a long time. I love what you bring. I’m only just “slightly” 😂 envious of the nomadic life you have chosen. Thanks for being such a fabulous role model for so many women - young and old. Both you and Linnea bring so much for others to learn. Thank you!!
This backpacking trip sounds exciting.
I love how you adapt your pace and conditions to Terra’s capacities ❤
I love your videos they're so relaxing and entertaining ❤❤
Hi Alex,
Maybe people are afraid to be alone🤷🏼♀️🤷🏼♀️🤷🏼♀️
Awning looks fun to set up🤣🤣
Loved Tera swinging in the hammock with you! She looked so comply, too!
Looking forward to your hiking adventures✌️
I love watching you and the fun you have. I wish that I would have found you at a younger age. You are so precise and easy to understand. I love your positive attitude with Tara and even us. Love to you both! Have fun!
Peggy
Thank you so much! That means a lot, and we love that you love following our adventures :)
Thanks for the specific gear . Good reference video. I'm glad the awning didn't swallow you whole. Lol. You know whom to ask about the fishing.
Haha yeah it was quite an ordeal, but I'm glad we got it all sorted!
That awning bit was just adorable in a good way. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
I tried waving my hands over my sink multiple times, but the dirty dishes never disappeared. What am I doing wrong? Love these "day in the life videos" Thanks for sharing!
Yay!!! Great video. Loved all the gear introduction. Have to figure out my bluetti setup.
Glad you enjoyed it! Let me know if you have any questions, and I will be happy to share my own experiences :)
Great video. Loved he previous one, too! Am really looking forward to seeing you and Terra on a trek, it seems like Ages Ago that I enjoyed your long hikes on the Trails. Itshould be a delightful adventure for you both. Love and Blessings.💜💙💚💫
Great video. Your dog is awesome and I love your camper. The 610 is the ultimate.
Thank you so much! It really is - we love the camper more than I thought we could!
Well, you're a good person and you deserve to find potable water. 👍
It amazes me, all the gadgets and gizmos you kids today have access to -- it's almost enough to justify watching you, to hear them all explained. When I hit the road in '75, I had a Kelty external frame pack, a cheap worthless sleeping bag, an equally worthless tube tent, a palm-sized flashlight that ran on batteries, a couple of SF paperbacks, a salami and some bread, a water bottle, and a Swiss army knife. What a joke! No stove, no pad, not much extra clothing, and the knife didn't even have a saw blade. 🎱 Much suffering ensued.
Can't wait for your trip.I loved your Colorado trail videos, probably my favorite.Great video.
So excited to get back out on trail this coming week, and hopefully a lot more in the coming months!
Hey Alex you were very patient putting up your awning! 😁 Your backpack is very organised & practical thanks for sharing & love that Terra has one also! 🤗 💜💜 love from Australia & safe travels 🇦🇺🌞
Thanks for the helpful tips. I really like that fishing pole, would keep me from going hungry. I have to finish my shopping list before I go roaming. Your input assists me with that. I can hear them calling me, the forests, hahaha.
The forests are always calling, I feel you! Hope you enjoy the rod if you decide to try it out :)
I've been wanting to fish since I haven't done since I was a kid. That rod I might have to try. Thank you.
I hope you do! It's from Tenkara Rod Co :) They have a lot of great youtube videos as well to learn everything youll need to know!
@@SheRoamsWild thank you 👍
Can't wait to see your backpacking trip! Enjoy the beautiful mountain. ✌💕
You probably probided the newcomers a sense of security they got from you close to them. Even when it felt different to you. Happy travels both of you.
Just a hint with your awning , if you run strings to pegs in the ground and keep everything good and snug it will handle alot more wind good luck love your video
Totally! Thankfully I didn’t have issues once it was up, but the getting it put up was the hard part😅
Aaah, I'm with you regarding the annoyance of people parking-up close when there is a vast space in which to do so!! I read another comment about it being biologically normal for humans to seek company...not this one 😂 If I go out to places like where you were - it's because I am seeking solace, so I find it quite frustrating when people intrude on such when there is clearly the option for vast distance between rigs. I also don't understand why at 24hr rest stops people will park on top of me when we are the only ones there! Just seems crazy in my opinion. And if you're parked close enough that I can hear you use a pee bottle or snore - you're far too close 😄
OMG can’t control the earth
I can tell your an experienced backpacker by the items you chose in your kit. If anyone starting out copied your kit they would save money in the long run by having top of the line items that are proven and work very well.
That is a lot of stuff to keep track of! Cool stuff. But a lot.
I hope your able to share your first catch with your backpackers fishing pole. Don't worry, cleaning a fish is a little gushy but bot really a big deal. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at ho w easy Tara will be able to carry her food. Be sure to give her a snack a few times a day while your hiking. I'm looking forward to the trail video.
Amazing volgs love them from uk 😊
Thank you 😊
Morning, as always another good content and organized vid.
Showing your learning process is important, steps to success through series of small fails,,,,,
And that's what it takes, keep up the good work!
Best way to set up an awning by yourself is to extend those side poles out first. That way when you roll out the awning and place the legs down the side bars are already within reach.
Guy lines at the outer ends when extending the legs also makes it more stable while working on it
Beautiful vlog love from India 🇮🇳
can't wait for the fishing!
just subscribed (:
I camp with the doggo in an expedition but you have me thinking a truck camper might be better
Sorry I missed this upload yesterday, I was camping in my Bigfoot!
I love your style, lifestyle and your videos. Hugs Ron Sweden
I would need a pillow too!
Great video. You really seem happy out and about traveling. I’m not a person who goes fishing, so how do you reel in a fish or does the hook attach at the end of the pole with a tiny string?
Great job!
Good video! I think my biggest concern would be leaving the truck and camper behind out in the middle of nowhere. What would happen if someone reported abandoned? What would police/forest ranger do?
Nothing. The most they can do is leave a 48 hour notice on your camper if illegally parked. They will keep coming back to make sure you comply or eventually tow it.
The police with also use your plate to find out who you are and try to contact you first.
@@3smoke doubt it
@@diamondhead203 I sat with a cop as he did that for vehicle we thought was abandoned.
@@3smoke ok. Retired cop and we don’t have a way to call folks from their license plate. Maybe in your state. But not ever state list contact information.
lovely braids,have fun and keep smiling❤❤
I had same issue with my awning
Great video!! Just wondering how long a Bluetti lasts since you said this is your third.
They’re reported to last approximately 3500 lifecycles! This is not my third, because the other two have died or had any issues, this is my third, as it was an upgrade in size and power! I have loved all of my BLUETTIs, I would recommend any of them for a variety of uses and power needs ☺️
@@SheRoamsWild Thanks! I need a larger unit. My Jackery 240 is way too small. (I bought it for my Pokemon Go obsession. The Bluetti seems to be priced right!!!
that's normal, ever where i park, away from people, there always at least one always ends up parking next to me
Seems like it’s common practice in some areas!
@@SheRoamsWild it's really annoying that people do it tho
It a mess on your camper you look good and clean your camper too
YOUR SO GREAT TO WATCH
Love a good gear video. I didnt see the link to the headlamp on your gear site.
so sorry! Just updated it to include the headlamp :) let me know if theres anything else you're looking for!
Question, that company said if we use your code it’s $25 off. I went on the website and that amount don’t even cover the taxes. Welp! They lost a sale today. At least they should of covered the taxes. Love your videos and thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Çok iyisin videolarının devamı gelsin bir an önce
With your Befree water filters...what do you do to take the off putting taste I get in mine away? Great video...really enjoyed!❤😅
Take care Alex
Do you think this camper would be okay for 2 people and no pets or bed and living space are too small? Seems really similar in size to the Scout campers. Thanks
Awesome
I love your channel
I am new
Happy to have you here!
I love the videos and there always entertaining
I love that Sinclair station in Sisters!! I'm out there alot and wondering if I ever see if it's ok to say hi?? I have the same truck as you just so you know. Cheers friend.
Hey! Thats the one :) and of course! It would be so fun to say hi in person - maybe we will see you around!
@@SheRoamsWild sounds good friend. 👍 The smoke has started to roll in, how is it out that way?
Hiking in the dark sounds scary for me. How do you know if there is a cliff?
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Thag is a lot of garlic lol
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🤔 I tried posting a comment but it wouldn't post..which is funny because this is what I said: I promised myself I wouldn't comment on your video today because I have commented on all your videos lately. And then you go and have to braid your hair on video. Love me some braided hair ❤🤪 Anyway, don't sweat the awning. I've done battle with an awning a lot worse then you have many times. Another fantastic video ✌
Iced coffee with ensure. You are living in the year 3023.
do you carry a gps personal locator on your hiking trips? Tristan on suv rving has another channel that he does the same type of fishing.
I do! I use a ZOLEO and love it :)
@@SheRoamsWild great I'll look it up, i'm in the market for a personal locator
What a normal chic, do you have any idea how awesome that makes you?!
Nice vlog mam. ❤love from India..🙏
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Do you not carry bug spray for a reason? A small can or tube has rescued me from marauding mosquitoes countless times.
I’ve just never had a time where it would have helped much. Either there aren’t bugs, or they are so bad that I either leave or resort to the indoors haha
@@SheRoamsWild I also carry a black fly net. (Fits over the head and keeps everything including mosquitoes and gnats out). Most of my hiking and camping has been in the Midwest and lower Canada. No way to avoid them.
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You may have mentioned but do you carry a personal locator beacon?
I do! and I totally forgot to mention it, yikes! I use a ZOLEO SOS device for all of my trips and even when I am out of service in the camper, and love it :)
Great! So important to have one. Blessings and safe traveks❤🙏
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Solar charger battery for pack
I hate that. Why do people, in a variety of settings, pull up RIGHT NEXT TO other people.
Why don’t other people have the mindset that if someone is set up in nature in a spot that has a lot a privacy that they did that for a reason?! Why don’t some people realize that other people like to be alone in nature for the peace & tranquility and that other people invading your space & making lots of sound makes it impossible to relax & be in your own thoughts?!
Also, people parking next to you or facing you when you park in a parking lot to eat. Wth 😐🤷🏽♂️ Or when you select a seat in a mostly empty movie theater in such a way to try to discourage others from sitting near you but they sit near you in an otherwise empty row AND there are other empty rows?!?!
We aren’t all built the same apparently. I guess some people like to share personal space with strangers.
Maybe they don’t have the ability to sense the presence of other people 😐🤷🏽♂️
I think it might just be more of the herd/group camping mentality that a lot of people come from, myself included! It probably didn't cross their minds that they were doing anything that could be perceived as other than friendly, and it was just easier for me to move than to engage with them and their dogs :)
A dog not being able to keep up is it handicap usually the human is unable to keep up with there mutt
Crying about a potential friend if your in need driving within eyesight made me smh
wow, 21 minute commercial for all the sponsored camping stuff you use
not sponsored stuff, just gear I love :)
Hello do you have a Gmail account 😊
Hey Tim! You're welcome to reach out at hello@sheroamswild.co :)
@@SheRoamsWild do you chat on Google chat