I love your winter travels! This 61 year old, junior high school teacher, living in Florida will most likely never venture to many of the places you go ... but with your excellent photography and content, I feel well traveled! Keep up the great work!
Dear Michelle, I´m a 70 year young man, living in Wuppertal, Germany, I agree totally with you. Due to some severe health issues it is no longer possible for me to perform such adventures, but the more I love to watch the videos from Chad. He is one of those guys, who makes you not simply watch it, but to be a part of it! I´m so grateful for those those adventures, I love it very much. I wish you, Chad and all members of our community a happy New Year, yours Wolfgang. 👍🏻🍾🥂🎇🎆🍀✨👋🏻
I hope you guys don’t get offended but after reading your comments makes me want to do/try this even more now while I’m still capable. God bless you guys
Many more adventures are possible with today's modern vehicles & camping gear. I'm 74 and haven't stopped yet, even with daily aches and pains my age brings me.
The wife and I look forward to your videos. We love how you let your cenimatography do the talking for you before you ever speak a word. Thank you for this.
You don’t know how much i’ve needed this video today. It goes against everything they say you shouldn’t do to engage people on youtube. It’s slow paced with no talking until 18 mins in. I’m still trying to find my style and voice with my campervan videos and trying to enjoy the traveling whilst producing content. All the while learning to talk to camera without freezing. Massive thank you for making great videos Manchester UK ❤
The peacefulness of the campfire against the backdrop of the fridge winter calms my mind like few other things can. When I've got a big decision looming, and I've not found clarity one way or another, sitting in front of a campfire, or if it's spring or summer, sitting on a boat in the middle of a big lake, both bring me calm and serenity .
Every time I see you in your old VW Van heading up to Mt Baker it brings back so many memories. Me and my '87 VW tin top Syncro Van spent many nights up there with lots of Xcountry skiing and snow shoeing with friends. Now 73 those days seem far removed but your excellent presentations really help rekindle those days. Have a great New Year buddy.
It’s been awhile since I watched one of your videos. They don’t show up in my feed anymore. But I searched you out today and found you among my many subscriptions. I’m blown away at the quality of your photography and sound…you keep upping your game and you stand tall!
Dear Chad. Living in a city in the UK with the usual 9-5 grind ! Your travels take me to places I will never be able to experience but, through you it’s magic! I’m transported on a wonderful journey and adventure. Thank you for your wonderful videos. ❤️
Like to say towards the beginning and the end of the video at the 22nd minute mark I felt such serenity by gazing at this clear scenery of the trees with the snow everywhere and on the trees the music in the video set my mind drifting off and I felt calmness. I just wanted to tell you that. You're amazing with such talent and filming and putting the right music together to send us to another world.
I know you said the VW isn't as equipped as the Sprinter for winter camping but I still remember the winter camping videos before the Sprinter existed and it's what attracted me so keep it up and thanks for the awesome content.
Yea, the Westy's back! 🥳I like the Mercedes just fine but it doesn't have that same nostalgic character the Westy has. The Westy is how I found this channel. 🥰
It's been 4 years I'm watching your videos, and still on. Whenever i feel exhausted i watch your videos, whenever i feel like giving up i see your youtube journey and it motivates me like anything. All i can say is "Thanks chad brother for creating this beautiful channel" happy new year, keep going and keep sharing these amazing videos🙏🌸🦋
Your videos are so peaceful. Some of us will never experience a journey like yours but these videos are a way for everyone watching to get a feel for it. Nature is beautiful.
THIS BACKDROP IS OF MY FAVORITE VIDEO EVER OF YOUR CHAD. 👏👏👏👏👏. YOU WERE SHOVELING SNOW AND TELLING US AS YOU PACKED THE SNOW TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VAN, IT WOULD SHIELD THE OTHER SIDE FROM THE WIND.
perfect timing as im about to head to do some rooftent camping in my civic with my new diesel heater for new years. really helping get the vibe going for my adventure lol
I still think of the young couple you saved as they tried to walk for safety in weather like this. You saved them Chad. How does it feel to be responsible for them being live today? Congrats Chad. You ARE a hero.
Oh. My. Goodness!!! Thank you for taking the VW out and sharing!!!! It's what brought me here back when. This is a beautiful video Chad. I miss my 74 but that I sold this year. (Can't take it camping as well anymore. It could, but I am over 70 now and can't maneuver inside it like I used to.) So I was\am living vicariously through you during the fall and winter. THANK YO so much. Take care..☺
Hey Chad, Watched your videos since the inception of your channel. Never once commented, but always “liked”. Gotta say bro, you should be nominated for cinemetography and best docu-series hands down. The Artic adventure is something my family and I will watch every year. Keep it humble, and please continue the magnificant content that you continue to produce. Much appreciated. From Van B.C Happy 2023 bud🎉
Hey, neighbor to the North, glad to have you onboard! Thanks so much for the kind words, appreciate the kudos- More winter travels in the planning stages, stay tuned- Happy New Year!
Great Video Chad. Glad the old Vanagon is still giving good service. Wishing you a Happy, Healthy and perhaps even Prosperous New Year, with very best wishes from Northern Scotland.
Hello Chad, First of all, Happy New Year! I found your channel about 3 years ago, then I quickly watched all the videos you uploaded before. I like all the content you make, but what I love most is these videos of you camping snowy places. There are some of them that I think I've looked at more than 20 times. Your "Van Life In The Arctic" videos are simply stunning! Just like the ones you put into some of the nature photos you took during your adventure. Thank you so much for all the work you put into creating these contents. I hope you'll be uploading a similar (or more) amount of videos to your channel in 2023.
So glad to have you onboard, Roland! Yep, the winter videos seem to be the big hit. Stay tuned, more coming with another big trip in the planning. You are so welcome, thanks so much for watching- Cheers!
This planet we live on really is beautiful . Sometimes we need reminding of that and thanks to the footage you share with us we get just that ! Thanks for the hard work you put in to share some of the best footage I’ve ever seen
Hooray another video in the snow, you got me so addicted to watching and planning (well daydreaming actually) to buy and fix up my own van for such daring travels
My Astro did fine for me in -15 this winter. It’s the summer heat that makes things really difficult in a van. Btw, you were the first one to interview me to the “cheap Chinese diesel heater” that everyone knows so well now. Mine has been going strong for 3 years and I have zero regrets.
As I watched your videos almost three months ago, I felt a sense of peace. It made me feel like I understood your emotions when I watched the videos. Thank you Chad for all of the excellent content that you produce.😍🙏🌲 Have a great year ahead🎉
Wow! The scenery is just the cats meow. I lived near the Cascade Mountains 20 years ago and I must tell you there never was a dull moment. In the summer, lots of wildlife, which I love. I always felt at peace while I was there. Thank you for your awesome videos. Reminds me of days gone by. A very Happy New Year to you. God Bless
Love that Chad, great to see the ol vannagon out up in the mountains, Going back to your roots, she’s a trooper for sure ❤🚐🏔️Peace out, keep on Trucking✌🏻
Your video quality is so incredible, it never ceases to amaze me; The care and detail shows and makes a wonderful experience for the viewer. You're quite literally one of the best videographers on this platform if not alive at this moment. Beautiful work as always. Keep on keepin on.
Dear Chad, again many thanks for this adventure. Those drone pictures are amazing! And that this old VW is still performing so well, makes me as a German a little bit pride. Thank you so much for sharing this videos with us! I wish you, your Family and beloved ones all the best for 2023, Happy New Year! I`m looking forward to the next videos! Best regards from Wuppertal, Germany, yours, Wolfgang. 👍🏻🍾🥂🎇🎆🍀✨👋🏻
Happy New Years Eve Chad. Love seeing the VW out on the road. Those drone shots of the mountains make it feel like I'm there myself. And to all the LTVL peeps. Happy New Year
Thanks so much for sharing this… I had traveled the Pacific Northwest and the American southwest for many months about three years ago. You brought back some great memories… your excursion looks magnificent. I did the SW in a conversion van I did the PNW in a converted Yukon XL because it had 4wd North cascades are beautiful. Thanks again!
I love your winter travels! This 61 year old, junior high school teacher, living in Florida will most likely never venture to many of the places you go ... but with your excellent photography and content, I feel well traveled! Keep up the great work!
many of us live thru this.....only thing youtube does right....
Dear Michelle, I´m a 70 year young man, living in Wuppertal, Germany, I agree totally with you. Due to some severe health issues it is no longer possible for me to perform such adventures, but the more I love to watch the videos from Chad. He is one of those guys, who makes you not simply watch it, but to be a part of it! I´m so grateful for those those adventures, I love it very much. I wish you, Chad and all members of our community a happy New Year, yours Wolfgang. 👍🏻🍾🥂🎇🎆🍀✨👋🏻
I hope you guys don’t get offended but after reading your comments makes me want to do/try this even more now while I’m still capable. God bless you guys
@@Merkabahman Loved your comment ♥
Many more adventures are possible with today's modern vehicles & camping gear. I'm 74 and haven't stopped yet, even with daily aches and pains my age brings me.
i love seeing the old van back out on the channel in some nice winter mountains, it was those vids that got me hooked on the channel
Same here
Definitely same! Love both vans for different reasons
What happened to the new van?
@@relaxationclub3848 Beautiful photography
Brought a😢tear to my eyes ,when l heard the music and seeing you sit their watching the stars.Perfect way to go .❤❤
B-roll brilliance. Great foley. Perfect music. All as we’ve come to expect AND appreciate. 👍👍
Amazing Videography !! Breathtaking Winter Wonderland.
Straight up, some of the videography created by Chad and some others on YT are 100 times better than what Hollywood is putting out.
The wife and I look forward to your videos. We love how you let your cenimatography do the talking for you before you ever speak a word. Thank you for this.
You don’t know how much i’ve needed this video today. It goes against everything they say you shouldn’t do to engage people on youtube. It’s slow paced with no talking until 18 mins in. I’m still trying to find my style and voice with my campervan videos and trying to enjoy the traveling whilst producing content. All the while learning to talk to camera without freezing. Massive thank you for making great videos Manchester UK ❤
Cheers and thanks for sharing these amazing cinematic adventures with us. And cheers for rocking the Canadian Club 😊
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
Incredible filming quality on your videos you look like you’re living the dream
I'm moving into the back of my truck tonight. Starting off 2023 on a new life path. 🙌
Yes Chad!! Just what I needed on a quiet New Years Eve!!
Indeed Sir.
I have no idea when I will be able to do half of what you are doing. you are unbelievable.it's my dream...👊
The peacefulness of the campfire against the backdrop of the fridge winter calms my mind like few other things can. When I've got a big decision looming, and I've not found clarity one way or another, sitting in front of a campfire, or if it's spring or summer, sitting on a boat in the middle of a big lake, both bring me calm and serenity .
Very cool. Glad to hear that you find solidarity in it as well
Every time I see you in your old VW Van heading up to Mt Baker it brings back so many memories. Me and my '87 VW tin top Syncro Van spent many nights up there with lots of Xcountry skiing and snow shoeing with friends. Now 73 those days seem far removed but your excellent presentations really help rekindle those days. Have a great New Year buddy.
I really enjoy the old volkswagan content, it just feels more humble.
nothing like LTVL winter videos..i am one of your old subscribers. Good to see your Vw Camper back in action.
Music, eagle eyes, and the sound of a fat fire ..... Beautiful combination! Always be well!
It’s been awhile since I watched one of your videos. They don’t show up in my feed anymore. But I searched you out today and found you among my many subscriptions. I’m blown away at the quality of your photography and sound…you keep upping your game and you stand tall!
I love this new side of your Videos. No yappppping about the van life...silence can be louder than words..bravo.
Van life in cold weather is simply wonderful, you make enjoyable videos!!
Dear Chad. Living in a city in the UK with the usual 9-5 grind ! Your travels take me to places I will never be able to experience but, through you it’s magic! I’m transported on a wonderful journey and adventure. Thank you for your wonderful videos. ❤️
The first post I watched was of this moment years back. Love all the posts
vw van is a time machine that can bring ue to the old vanlife . winter is suit for memories.
The upclose fire footage was awesome
Glad to see the vanigan is back out for a holiday adventure!! Thanks for the peaceful serene video - Brennan from Texas
Cheers, Brennan!
Wow Chad! What a presentation, the first 2 minutes with this music!! 🤩 Love your channel from Portugal!! Cheers!
Again?
It's amazing how epic footage and great editing can tell a story without needing many words. Great video as usual!
the best trips are with this VW Vanagon! keep on trucking Chad!
Like to say towards the beginning and the end of the video at the 22nd minute mark I felt such serenity by gazing at this clear scenery of the trees with the snow everywhere and on the trees the music in the video set my mind drifting off and I felt calmness. I just wanted to tell you that. You're amazing with such talent and filming and putting the right music together to send us to another world.
I know you said the VW isn't as equipped as the Sprinter for winter camping but I still remember the winter camping videos before the Sprinter existed and it's what attracted me so keep it up and thanks for the awesome content.
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
Yea, the Westy's back! 🥳I like the Mercedes just fine but it doesn't have that same nostalgic character the Westy has. The Westy is how I found this channel. 🥰
I always love your winter travel & having fire at night made me feel cozy
It's been 4 years I'm watching your videos, and still on. Whenever i feel exhausted i watch your videos, whenever i feel like giving up i see your youtube journey and it motivates me like anything. All i can say is "Thanks chad brother for creating this beautiful channel" happy new year, keep going and keep sharing these amazing videos🙏🌸🦋
Your videos are so peaceful. Some of us will never experience a journey like yours but these videos are a way for everyone watching to get a feel for it. Nature is beautiful.
I think a Canadian Club is the best thing for minus minus temperatures. Good to see the VW out and about. Its a cool van! HNY for 2023!
Another cinematographic masterpiece! Thank you very much for sharing your experience & adventure with us!
Thank God... I love these videos, not so much talking, just chilling, and then in the old Wanigan. Thank you for a moment of de-stressing.👍😔
My pleasure!
This is awesome - BACK TO THE BEGINNING DAYS AND THE FOUNDATIONS THAT HELPED MAKE “CHAD” A SENSATION….. the VW!
THIS BACKDROP IS OF MY FAVORITE VIDEO EVER OF YOUR CHAD. 👏👏👏👏👏. YOU WERE SHOVELING SNOW AND TELLING US AS YOU PACKED THE SNOW TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VAN, IT WOULD SHIELD THE OTHER SIDE FROM THE WIND.
The Vanagon!!!!!!!!! Still my favorite!!!
I’m moved to tears, this is absolutely breath taking, thank you so much 😊
Thanks! Glad it was so meaningful- Happy New Year!
Happy New Year Chad thanks for the great content!!
perfect timing as im about to head to do some rooftent camping in my civic with my new diesel heater for new years. really helping get the vibe going for my adventure lol
I still think of the young couple you saved as they tried to walk for safety in weather like this. You saved them Chad. How does it feel to be responsible for them being live today? Congrats Chad. You ARE a hero.
Not all heroes wear capes
What episode was that? I've not watched it yet.
Big fan bro
The best of the best! You can't beat a winning formula!
Oh. My. Goodness!!! Thank you for taking the VW out and sharing!!!! It's what brought me here back when. This is a beautiful video Chad. I miss my 74 but that I sold this year. (Can't take it camping as well anymore. It could, but I am over 70 now and can't maneuver inside it like I used to.) So I was\am living vicariously through you during the fall and winter. THANK YO so much. Take care..☺
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
Hey Chad,
Watched your videos since the inception of your channel. Never once commented, but always “liked”. Gotta say bro, you should be nominated for cinemetography and best docu-series hands down. The Artic adventure is something my family and I will watch every year. Keep it humble, and please continue the magnificant content that you continue to produce. Much appreciated. From Van B.C
Happy 2023 bud🎉
Hey, neighbor to the North, glad to have you onboard! Thanks so much for the kind words, appreciate the kudos- More winter travels in the planning stages, stay tuned- Happy New Year!
Living The Van Life is the BEST👏👏👏
Nice get away, that heater sounds good.
The van that got it all started.
The Cinematography is as always top notch.
Happy New Years Chad and keep on going!
Thanks for the vids
Great Video Chad. Glad the old Vanagon is still giving good service. Wishing you a Happy, Healthy and perhaps even Prosperous New Year, with very best wishes from Northern Scotland.
Cheers!
Hello Chad, First of all, Happy New Year! I found your channel about 3 years ago, then I quickly watched all the videos you uploaded before. I like all the content you make, but what I love most is these videos of you camping snowy places. There are some of them that I think I've looked at more than 20 times. Your "Van Life In The Arctic" videos are simply stunning! Just like the ones you put into some of the nature photos you took during your adventure. Thank you so much for all the work you put into creating these contents. I hope you'll be uploading a similar (or more) amount of videos to your channel in 2023.
So glad to have you onboard, Roland! Yep, the winter videos seem to be the big hit. Stay tuned, more coming with another big trip in the planning. You are so welcome, thanks so much for watching- Cheers!
Ahhh the peace I feel watching your videos! Thank you!
You're welcome!
Thanks Chad for another winter adventure. Your drone shots was top notch..
Cheers!
Oh I recognize this area and the two major mountains. We have snow camped/car camped there numerous times. Great video!
Hi Chad, the drone footage is stunning mate well done,.👍
Glad the Vanagon is still in your videos! Really love seeing the places you take it!
Happy New Year Chad. Thanks for sharing your adventures. May 2023 bring many more
This planet we live on really is beautiful . Sometimes we need reminding of that and thanks to the footage you share with us we get just that !
Thanks for the hard work you put in to share some of the best footage I’ve ever seen
Hooray another video in the snow, you got me so addicted to watching and planning (well daydreaming actually) to buy and fix up my own van for such daring travels
45 years ago I lived in Bellingham. So nice to see Mount Baker and the sunset beauty again.
Calibration of your videos is SUPERB, it is life like: the colors, the brightness, contrast, details, focus... everything is exactly right!
Have spent a lot of years learning to dial it all in.
I know you love the Sprinter man, but the force is strong in this one!
My Astro did fine for me in -15 this winter. It’s the summer heat that makes things really difficult in a van. Btw, you were the first one to interview me to the “cheap Chinese diesel heater” that everyone knows so well now. Mine has been going strong for 3 years and I have zero regrets.
Sprinter..ok....but Westfalia another world..👍👍👍
Chad LvL should be a discovery channel series thats how good it is, No even better!
Happy new year Chad.
Thank you for all the work you do bringing us along.
Thanks for watching!
Satisfaction after 1 year, because of
Old van😊
love that you're taking the ol' VW out again
The sprinter videos have been great but being a westy owner really love it when you us the westy.
As I watched your videos almost three months ago, I felt a sense of peace. It made me feel like I understood your emotions when I watched the videos. Thank you Chad for all of the excellent content that you produce.😍🙏🌲 Have a great year ahead🎉
Wow! The scenery is just the cats meow. I lived near the Cascade Mountains 20 years ago and I must tell you there never was a dull moment. In the summer, lots of wildlife, which I love. I always felt at peace while I was there. Thank you for your awesome videos. Reminds me of days gone by. A very Happy New Year to you. God Bless
Best cinema in the game. Incredible shots. Total pro.
Cheers! Thanks for watching!
Love that Chad, great to see the ol vannagon out up in the mountains, Going back to your roots, she’s a trooper for sure ❤🚐🏔️Peace out, keep on Trucking✌🏻
I like that the Westie still gets some run.
Just give this man an oscar for the intro
Mate, you and Simon from Foresty Forest know how to amaze us with fantastic drone footage. Happy New Year from Australia. Hope you have a great 2023.
Love the old van…that’s truly living the van life
Great video Chad..! And always nice to see the old van..again..!!
Your video quality is so incredible, it never ceases to amaze me; The care and detail shows and makes a wonderful experience for the viewer. You're quite literally one of the best videographers on this platform if not alive at this moment. Beautiful work as always. Keep on keepin on.
Wow! Thank you, L R for the kudos. Thanks for watching! Cheers!
nice to see the VW still going strong....as always, safe travels....
Evening Chad, from the Isle of Man……always look forward to a new video, the photography and content is superb👍🇮🇲❤️. Happy New Year
Just amazing! Thanks for it!
Lovely to see the Westfalia back!!
Wow! When you were ready to leave, it almost sounded like the Van barely started and the battery was weak. So glad you got it going
That’s what happens when it’s below zero outside.
Love that van and the video like old ones ✌️👍
Thank you for your videos Chad - i wish you a happy new year and great adventures !
Chad, I’ve binged all of your videos! I need more!!! You are the coolest guy
Love that you're bringing back the VW for some videos
More to come!
Glad you have Trucker he’s cool.😎
The scenery was so beautiful. I miss seeing Truck.
Dear Chad, again many thanks for this adventure. Those drone pictures are amazing! And that this old VW is still performing so well, makes me as a German a little bit pride. Thank you so much for sharing this videos with us! I wish you, your Family and beloved ones all the best for 2023, Happy New Year! I`m looking forward to the next videos! Best regards from Wuppertal, Germany, yours, Wolfgang. 👍🏻🍾🥂🎇🎆🍀✨👋🏻
Happy New Years Eve Chad. Love seeing the VW out on the road. Those drone shots of the mountains make it feel like I'm there myself. And to all the LTVL peeps. Happy New Year
Thanks so much for sharing this… I had traveled the Pacific Northwest and the American southwest for many months about three years ago. You brought back some great memories… your excursion looks magnificent.
I did the SW in a conversion van
I did the PNW in a converted Yukon XL because it had 4wd
North cascades are beautiful.
Thanks again!
Great to see the old VW back in action! Bet that seemed strange! As always, excellent vid and the music was brillliant. Happy New Year from the UK
Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Another one let’s go Happy new year Chad
Super excited to see you got the VW back out and about!
You still got it my friend!!!
Gorgeous opening sequence and music
The van looks so cosy