I think this is my favourite video to date. Shelter in a dependable, safe home on wheels, the company of an adorable furry friend, a warm, hearty meal, hot coffee, a roaring fire and a good book to read. What more could one want? You know the weather's bad when the long haul truckers pull off the roads. You showed them all how it's done Canadian style! lol
Tracy I completely agree. Its really one of his best. No words needed just the quiet in the Van and natural noises. He is just so talented with that camera and life in general~
When I dream about vanlife, I don't dream of climbing mountains or going hiking or crossing continents. I dream about days like this in a cozy warm van with my dog, some good food, and a storm howling outside. This was such a simple video, but it was pure, distilled vanlife.
Foresty, this video was so peaceful...you brought chill and calm to a bunch of us. Thank you for your kindness, you and Rocco stay warm. All the best. 👍😊👍
Yes, it's so sweet watching him slowly poison the dog with onions and onion salt. I mean, if you're a sociopath, you just LOVE that part. Nothing like watching an animal slowly die of organ failure from eating meat cooked with onions. Personally, I'm sickened watching him do this to his dog.
This video really felt so perfect. Foresty, I gotta say you have so much artistry in your way of creating episodes. 10 minutes of straight silence, appreciating nature, is just perfect. Thank you for sharing your life with us!
Yeah, those ASMR type’a vids are always winners. One of the first subs I watched with over 1 million scribers never put words or music into his vids…and this was 4 or 5 years ago. Now he’s got over 10+ million subscribers… Channel = “Primitive Technology” youtube.com/@primitivetechnology9550
Foresty is hand down my favorite RUclips channel. One of the few channels where I've not only seen every single video, but when a new one comes out, it's a momentous occasion for my family. You've got a multitude of "genres" in one video... he's a filmmaker, van lifer, dog owner, master chef, carpenter, he knows how to sew and cook. Why watch HGTV, Animal Planet, and the Food Network when you've got Foresty? Not to mention the dry Canadian sense of humor that never fails to crack me up.🤣 Coupled with majestic shots of nature that inspire awe. ⛰ Foresty Forest is like buffet on RUclips, he does it all! 😊
DP could not have said it better. He is so talented in so many ways. We love it when he breaks out the sewing machine! He also has inspired me to use my Crock more. I even bought his Crocky sticker and have it on our rig.
Agree agree agree.... Except....Rocko is a much better.... Best Buddy - then Crockpot..... So Glad They could drive out ok.... Wyoming had drifts over 8 ft... We're all so Lucky to have Foresty Forest & Rocko Video's to Enjoy.
DP: The cook part is wrong. 2 potatoes are equal to putting a cup or a cup and a half of sugar into that meal. The potatoes are metabolized into sugar within 5 to 10 minutes. Starchy carbs promote insulin resistance and kill pancreatic beta cells that never grow back. When half of the pancreatic beta cells have died, one has diabetes and starts putting on middle aged puffiness. If not caught and stopped at that point, the outcome can be 3 days of dialysis a week beginning 70-80. How do we protect those under 40 from that downward spiral unless by defining the risks?
DC Life - you are wrong about Starch & what happens to the pancreas. Science is hired to come up with stuff to protect the businesses that profit from the real causes. Weed remover is sprayed on Grains that damages our organs & when the fungus has consumed much of the pancreas - yes it isn't making enough insulin for the glucose to enter our cells. All our food is converted into glucose but with diabetes - it can't get into the cells & just stays in the system until a high sugar count is eliminated. Cats are getting Diabetes a lot & when we stick to a Grain Free diet for our Pets - they don't get diabetes... When they don't get the nutrients - they get skinny & Ceylon Cinnamon is a Natural Insulin to move the glucose into cells / Carbonation causes Fat because it's the same as Cellular Waste & needs to be quickly Eliminated or Hidden in New Fat Cells so we are not too Acidic / you all must read this in your Gmail being it will be removed
Your drone footage exiting the backcountry was really professionally done. There’s some calming effect watching a winter camp outing for me. Thanks for that.
Have to say this might be one of my favorite videos. Your editing skill and shot making is superb! Felt like I was watching some type of documentary at one of those outdoor themed film festivals. Keep going as there a lot of us out here who love your work - simple & beautiful.
Simon, you came tantalizingly close to cracking the code on this one: the first 10 minutes was pure art, and relaxing for you i'm sure. You gave your faithful a glimpse into your van life with the California blizzard of 2023 as a backdrop, no words necessary. P.S., Rocco did her part as well. Thanks
Foresty is one of the few channels where I've not only seen every single video, but when a new one comes out, it's a momentous occasion. A multitude of "genres" in one video... he's a filmmaker, van lifer, dog owner, master chef, carpenter, he knows how to sew and cook. Not to mention the dry Canadian sense of humor that never fails to crack me up. Coupled with majestic shots of nature that inspire awe. Foresty Forest is like buffet on RUclips, he does it all!
I like your van setup. Cooking tip: Carry a 4lb bag of all purpose flour in your food stores, then add about 4 tablespoons of flour to your beef stew pot. That will thicken the juices and give you a gravy. If you feed the dog kibble, it would love it with a little gravy mixed in. :)
This was ASMR to my eyeballs. One of your best shot episodes. The camera shot looking into the darkness. with snow falling around was brilliantly placed in. Your format and cinematography is always blowing my mind.
Such an unbelievably relaxing and amazing moment in time you captured here foresty! This is the kind of video that you will watch in 30 years time and be so happy that this was a moment in your life :)
What a sweet little dog you have. There are few things in life that give the heart melting love you feel when your pup looks you in the eye. Its like they send love directly into your soul.
Wowsers! The end brought a new impact on the severity of this blizzard! Simon, just relaxing and driving through, no worries! Awesomeness! Canadian 🇨🇦 style, represent! I'm from north central BC
Hello, I just wanted to thank you for the content you put out! My husband passed away 16 months ago and he absolutely loved watching your videos, he would alwAys be waiting for a new video. I try to keep up now and watch them and catch up when I can. Thanks again!
You strike the perfect balance of letting the sounds of life and nature tell the story and when a part of your video need a bit of commentary it is just enough to keep the story going, well done sir. Rocco is wonderful.
That's what I call a blizzard. This was another fantastic video. Perfect meal during a storm. I'm glad that you and Rocko were safe and cozy. Fantastic drone shots. I was very happy to see that you got back on main roads today.
Here in Alberta that weather does not shock us almost any time of year but that is crazy weather for California. We are glad you and Rocko stayed safe and warm. Rocko is so sweet sleeping in her little sweater. It was a bonus having two videos from you this week. Thanks and please safe safe!
Wow, that weather is amazing and brutal at the same time. Have to say Rocco is absolutely gorgeous. Her facial expressions are beautiful to watch. As others have said your editing and continuity is brilliant and getting better by the hour. Safe travels and keep that dog close to your heart. She is a treasure.
Loved the first half of the video with no voice-over or anything, it really had this quiet and cozy vibe to it... almost ASMR like! Great video as always. The stew looked quite yummy. Stay warm and safe travels, Forest!
Wow, the visuals in this video are amazing! From the drone shots, to your van, that fire in your cute little stove, to Rocko all curled up on your down bag, then her spot by the window and that stew, which looked incredibly delicious, then on the dashboard as you’re driving out, simply stunning. Love little Rocko and I can see she loves you! Stay warm in this epic storm. Blessings and much Aloha from Oregon❤
I love your work, Forest. It's been a great episode. Almost poetic. When you showed the blizzard juxtaposed to the cosiness of home, without dialogue, it felt brilliant. When you drove the van in the snow and filmed with the drone, it felt so immersive it seemed like a triple AAA videogame. Thank you for sharing this beautiful snippet of your life.
Glad to see you and Rocko are safe, the worsening storm and dwindling wood were worrisome. I don’t comment often so taking this opportunity to say how much I enjoy your videos. You and Rocko bring a smile to my face with every video so thank you 😊
I know I was starting to stress. But all was well. Me? I would have been pulling my hair out thinking of the worst scenario’s. Glad to see you driving out.
Just got home from a huge detour trying to get to SoCal from Lake Tahoe,,, made it as far as Lake Topaz lodge trying to get down the 395. Spent the night there then drove 13 hours north then west then finally just got home now. Crazy white out snow along the 395.
That’s a great example of working smarter not harder - we love seeing “day in the life” videos and you don’t have to struggle talking to the camera! I’m currently warm and dry in my van, parked beside the ocean on Van Isle and it’s blowing snow sideways outside. Seriously, we both get to live our best lives - cheers!
Masterful, with so little narration and no music. The calm, quiet vibe as you puttered around inside highlighted the relentless, monotonous storm outside.
It would've been an amazing video to watch, had he not been poisoning his dog by feeding it meat seasoned with onion salt and then cooked with onions. Organ failure in dogs isn't exactly FUN for me to watch, but you might be a sociopath, so perhaps you enjoy that kind of thing.
Great video. I know this was a form of art but it also really did show what your life is like a lot of the time I think, which is important for people to know it is a lot of quiet. Can't believe the drone was able to stay up in the winds but as always, you do such an amazing job with your videos. Thanks for taking us along and stay warm!!
Perfection! This is the type of content that drew me to your channel and what keeps me here. I love the simplicity, showing what it’s like to live in a van, making it seem so cozy, serving up great food. Keep doing this sort of presentations because it’s unique and special. And lots of great shots of Rocko (on the bean bag in a sweater, on the lap, on the front hood, by the Ninja foodie getting a treat, etc.).
The wife and I don't get a ton of mutual down time, but when you two put out a video, we slow down and pay attention. We appreciate all the time, energy, and dedication!!!
I gotta say Forest, always love your videos and had to agree with some of the people commenting here that I really loved this one as well, just the beautiful, I don't know something about, like one commenter Here said, those first 10 minutes, just the sweet little simple things you were doing in the Van, you and Rocko, just being cozy, making a good meal. Coffee. I don't know. I just really liked it. It was really peaceful and sweet. I'd love to see more of these interspersed. Always wonderful, though, and always love your content and your soul that you share with us❤ thanks as always for bringing us along ( C.S. Lewis once said, "we read to know we're not alone" ...I think we also write to know we're not alone, and blog, and vlog, and create RUclips videos. I think it goes very much both ways. So thanks for all you do to make everyone feel a little less alone on the planet, hope it's mutual❤
In 1980, crossing Wyoming on the way to Michigan from the west coast ran into a big storm around Elk Mountain. No chains no go. Me and my honey had a rusty 69 ford Econoline cargo van minimally insulated then. We built a shelter out of thick cardboard around a our king size bed on the rear of that van with only a round hole to crawl in and out. Comfortable night as ever, next morning, this blessed old soul dug up a pair of chains from a junker under the snow and laid them on us. We still cherish them. Best memories ever.
What a lovely video showing how relaxing it is to hunker down and enjoy the warmth of home while watching the winter blizzard blowing outside. Amazing cinematography!
Yeah, first time on this channel and I agree with what everybody else said. I was cozy, dry, and toasty warm inside with you. Thanks for dinner, the fire, and for showing everyone that it doesn't get any better than safe shelter in a storm with the one you love. I'll be back.
I'm not normally a huge fan of ASMR, but the first part of this video where you used it was excellent! It really set the mood and we could feel your thoughts while hunkered down. People should use this as a template for how to tell a story and set the tone. That's quite a bit of now there. We're forecast to get some snow on Southern Vancouver Island but I don't think it's that much. Thanks for sharing Foresty! I really enjoy your adventures 😁
We are watching you Foresty from a very hot region of Western Australia. Incredible scenes in this one. Love all your videos; you have an amazing channel. Always glad to see you and Rocko safe at the end. Thank you so much.
Excellent video showing us what it's like riding out a blizzard in a van, thankfully you also have that wood stove...that beef stew looked amazing as well however it was missing some mushrooms.
You have my subscription click. I lived in Bishop as a boy and was born a little south of there in Lone Pine. Cool to see the area from your vantage point.
Gosh, I can't express enough how much I appreciate the simplicity of this channel, and don't get me wrong, I think it takes great skill and mastery of videography to do what FF just pulled here, nearly 15 min with frames that speak louder than words. But I appreciate this back to basics way of living, of tasting, savouring every instant, fragment of existence, it's almost a living meditation.
I clicked on this out of curiosity and now I think I might be hooked. You have the most unique set up I've ever seen and to watch you just kick back being all warm while the blizzard came in was super cool!
Absolutely Awesome. Speaking as one who does a lot of what you do, you do it better, and capture and present it exquisitely. I am grateful for your talent and dedication.
This video was very well done….appreciate all the work that went into it. And, it was, for some reason, very comforting and peace-inducing. In fact, I watched it twice, something I never do
Oh man I've been wondering this week if you stuck around and how it's been going. This has definitely been the weirdest winter I've ever had living in California.
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I absolutely loved the fact there was no sound just nature happening for the first 10 mins
I think this is my favourite video to date. Shelter in a dependable, safe home on wheels, the company of an adorable furry friend, a warm, hearty meal, hot coffee, a roaring fire and a good book to read. What more could one want? You know the weather's bad when the long haul truckers pull off the roads. You showed them all how it's done Canadian style! lol
the truckers could not go anywhere even if they wanted to the hwy 395 is closed just up the road .
Tracy I completely agree. Its really one of his best. No words needed just the quiet in the Van and natural noises. He is just so talented with that camera and life in general~
Having a fireplace inside the van in winter is just awesome !!!👍
Kinda feels like a piece of heaven
Fantastic! Very nice work on the video.
Okay the best part of this video was the little pooch sleeping or curled up nice and comfy cozy and warm I love that
Facts
The contrast of cozy indoors amid cold blizzardly weather is strangely satisfying.
When I dream about vanlife, I don't dream of climbing mountains or going hiking or crossing continents. I dream about days like this in a cozy warm van with my dog, some good food, and a storm howling outside. This was such a simple video, but it was pure, distilled vanlife.
Just being in a warm cozy shelter protecting you from hostile cold weather , such a great feeling.
@@gonzalvedecordoue5486 The worse the weather, the more snug you feel.
I agree.. LOVED it...
So bloody envious really looks like you n your m8 are having a blast looks like it's serendipity just meant to be stay safe respect from England
Best video ever made on the importance of shelter.
Foresty, this video was so peaceful...you brought chill and calm to a bunch of us.
Thank you for your kindness, you and Rocco stay warm. All the best. 👍😊👍
It was like one of those calm apps that play crackling fire and creaking sounds.
yeah he could have chilled to death. his dog too
Looks like the snow planet in star wars.
I love when dogs are all cozied up by the fire when there's a storm outside.
Its lovely to see someone love there dog
@@victoriasmith2512 it is. it's nice to see people being kind to animals in general
The dogs also prefers being all cozied up by the fire when there's a storm outside.
I can't even handle how adorable Rocko is curled up sleeping in her little sweater at 1:23. When she takes that little breath it's just too sweet.
Isn’t she just the cutest
I think we all come here to see how adorable Rocko is, cozy and curled up on a warm blanket.
You just know that Pixar is going to come calling. No one tells a story like Foresty. ❤
And how does Foresty get her eyeliner so perfect every day?
Yes, it's so sweet watching him slowly poison the dog with onions and onion salt. I mean, if you're a sociopath, you just LOVE that part. Nothing like watching an animal slowly die of organ failure from eating meat cooked with onions. Personally, I'm sickened watching him do this to his dog.
This might be my favorite Foresty Forest video ever til now. Peaceful, serene, and relaxing. Rocko is a rock star.
yeah i was thinking that, but if you ask me why, i'm completely stumped.
@@TheMadmacs No stock music.
@@Ronbrg maybe, i did think of that, i have a few subscriptions with no music channels.
Exactly the same. Genuinely stress-inducing (in a fun way) too with the slow countdown of the logs. Beautiful bit of work.
This video really felt so perfect. Foresty, I gotta say you have so much artistry in your way of creating episodes. 10 minutes of straight silence, appreciating nature, is just perfect. Thank you for sharing your life with us!
Yeah, those ASMR type’a vids are always winners. One of the first subs I watched with over 1 million scribers never put words or music into his vids…and this was 4 or 5 years ago. Now he’s got over 10+ million subscribers… Channel = “Primitive Technology” youtube.com/@primitivetechnology9550
I didn't like the part where he blew the dog.....that was gross.
I love that your little dog is wrapped up warm in a sweater, and a proper winter coat when he goes outside. You are a great pet parent - respect!
She
@@bcsurvivor4713 Did I misgender the little soul?
@@glamdolly30her name is Rocko, and she’s the best! ❤ 🐶
Your pictures are worth a thousand words and your videos even more. Great editing! Thank you again and be safe!
This was the first Foresty video I have watched. There will be more. I love the relationship with his pup.
Me too..I loved it all.
Same. Subscribed at the 1:54 mark.
Me too, seems like a down to earth dude.
Ditto😮
Driving through uncharted snow drifts and flying the drone simultaneously…just phenomenal
Love the looking up at the night time snow fall- epic ❄️
I was holding my breath for a long minute, overall just a great video and documenting the real deal of this storm. thank you
I'm not sure, but I think some drones have a "follow me" setting. Still great video production.
@@grahammonk8013 They do
Rocco was driving 🐶
Thanks for taking us all along, I enjoy every minute even though I’m also a little envious.
It’s horrible how nobody reacted to this massive W
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That Warm and Cozy feeling of drinking hot coffee, stoking the wood stove and watching the wintery blizzard going on outside.
And this is why we have windows! Props to all the folks with full metal privacy screens but you cannot live this day in those vans.
Foresty is hand down my favorite RUclips channel. One of the few channels where I've not only seen every single video, but when a new one comes out, it's a momentous occasion for my family. You've got a multitude of "genres" in one video... he's a filmmaker, van lifer, dog owner, master chef, carpenter, he knows how to sew and cook. Why watch HGTV, Animal Planet, and the Food Network when you've got Foresty?
Not to mention the dry Canadian sense of humor that never fails to crack me up.🤣 Coupled with majestic shots of nature that inspire awe. ⛰
Foresty Forest is like buffet on RUclips, he does it all! 😊
DP could not have said it better. He is so talented in so many ways. We love it when he breaks out the sewing machine! He also has inspired me to use my Crock more. I even bought his Crocky sticker and have it on our rig.
@@anybodyoutthere3208 Oh of course, the good ol Crock Pot! I was legitimately sad when his broke, felt like a main character was leaving us. 😭
Agree agree agree....
Except....Rocko is a much better....
Best Buddy - then Crockpot.....
So Glad They could drive out ok....
Wyoming had drifts over 8 ft...
We're all so Lucky to have Foresty Forest & Rocko Video's to Enjoy.
DP: The cook part is wrong. 2 potatoes are equal to putting a cup or a cup and a half of sugar into that meal. The potatoes are metabolized into sugar within 5 to 10 minutes.
Starchy carbs promote insulin resistance and kill pancreatic beta cells that never grow back. When half of the pancreatic beta cells have died, one has diabetes and starts putting on middle aged puffiness. If not caught and stopped at that point, the outcome can be 3 days of dialysis a week beginning 70-80.
How do we protect those under 40 from that downward spiral unless by defining the risks?
DC Life - you are wrong about Starch & what happens to the pancreas. Science is hired to come up with stuff to protect the businesses that profit from the real causes. Weed remover is sprayed on Grains that damages our organs & when the fungus has consumed much of the pancreas - yes it isn't making enough insulin for the glucose to enter our cells. All our food is converted into glucose but with diabetes - it can't get into the cells & just stays in the system until a high sugar count is eliminated. Cats are getting Diabetes a lot & when we stick to a Grain Free diet for our Pets - they don't get diabetes... When they don't get the nutrients - they get skinny & Ceylon Cinnamon is a Natural Insulin to move the glucose into cells / Carbonation causes Fat because it's the same as Cellular Waste & needs to be quickly Eliminated or Hidden in New Fat Cells so we are not too Acidic / you all must read this in your Gmail being it will be removed
Your drone footage exiting the backcountry was really professionally done. There’s some calming effect watching a winter camp outing for me. Thanks for that.
You've got the best companion in the world.
Yes! I would love to watch more episodes like this (minus the storm of course)
The storm is what makes the video and his fun experience lol. U wanna just watch only on a 70 degree day with blue skies?? Boring!!
@@msmith6634 Forest for the trees.
Why have a video like this without a storm? It’s the whole point
Have to say this might be one of my favorite videos. Your editing skill and shot making is superb! Felt like I was watching some type of documentary at one of those outdoor themed film festivals. Keep going as there a lot of us out here who love your work - simple & beautiful.
Simon, you came tantalizingly close to cracking the code on this one: the first 10 minutes was pure art, and relaxing for you i'm sure. You gave your faithful a glimpse into your van life with the California blizzard of 2023 as a backdrop, no words necessary. P.S., Rocco did her part as well. Thanks
Agreed!!! Great video and love that sweet Rocko!!❤️
In my opinion he cracked the code. Brilliant video!
Thank you! sometimes ideas, inspiration, and crazy weather events just come together all at once ☺️
Simon?
wait... his name is Simon? Mind.Blown.
Roco has total faith in Foresty. She knows he will protect her and keep her warm and fed. That is why she can sleep so soundly.
A dog like that is 1 in a million.
This video was a lovely balance between Simon and Rocko both starring in this episode! Well done! Such beauty.
Life and death could ruined most peoples days lucky this guy showed us how it's done
That fireplace is a life saver.
So cool to watch this evolve over the years. Forest is a brilliant filmmaker!
That he is!
Yes, I agree. Going out to do the necessary duties must have been more than cold ….😱
Do they give awards for RUclips videos? If so Foresty deserves best video of the year.
Foresty is one of the few channels where I've not only seen every single video, but when a new one comes out, it's a momentous occasion. A multitude of "genres" in one video... he's a filmmaker, van lifer, dog owner, master chef, carpenter, he knows how to sew and cook.
Not to mention the dry Canadian sense of humor that never fails to crack me up. Coupled with majestic shots of nature that inspire awe.
Foresty Forest is like buffet on RUclips, he does it all!
its actually a helicopter doing all the aerial shots
I like your van setup. Cooking tip: Carry a 4lb bag of all purpose flour in your food stores, then add about 4 tablespoons of flour to your beef stew pot. That will thicken the juices and give you a gravy. If you feed the dog kibble, it would love it with a little gravy mixed in. :)
Or arrowroot powder to eliminate gluten and gmo's.
I do this, but the stew has to be cold or luke warm when you add the flour, to thicken it, or it'll lump.
...and no garlic, will make Roco sick ❤
Sorry, just researched to be sure..a little bit of garlic is OK..
I am up at 2 am with a fever, looking for something peaceful to watch. I found it on your channel. Love from Canada.
I hope you feel better now sorry you are sick :/
Oh what I would give to walk out of the office and hop into a van with a wood stove in a blizzard. One of the best episodes yet. Stay warm!
This was ASMR to my eyeballs.
One of your best shot episodes. The camera shot looking into the darkness. with snow falling around was brilliantly placed in. Your format and cinematography is always blowing my mind.
That is exactly what I said and wrote above. It really was. All those natural sounds of life off grid. He really is talented.
Such an unbelievably relaxing and amazing moment in time you captured here foresty! This is the kind of video that you will watch in 30 years time and be so happy that this was a moment in your life :)
I definitely love the “No talking” style videos a lot more. You cooking & the dog was my favorite part
Really like the feeling of severity in this video, so peaceful and quiet. Thanks again for showing us a slice of your life.
This is genuinely one of my favorite videos of yours. I can’t quite put my finger on why, but I find it so fascinating and just kinda mesmerizing.
What a sweet little dog you have. There are few things in life that give the heart melting love you feel when your pup looks you in the eye. Its like they send love directly into your soul.
The drone following the van out of the snow was really a wonderful sequence. Well done
Talented 😊
This may be the very best FF episode yet. The ambient sound opening was so soothing and relaxing, and Rocko and the landscape maxed out the serenity.
Thank you!
A tremendous amount of camera and editing work made for a beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing video. Great Job as always
You're living the dream my friend, This is awesome!!!!
I am grateful for your videos, especially ones like this. The drone footage is incredible. Thank you for what you do!
This is my favourite episode. Minimal talking - mostly ASMR. It felt like I was sharing the quiet with you and Rocko. Excellent job, Foresty!
This is one for the record books! We're all thinking about you and you are in our hearts. Hang in there!
Wowsers! The end brought a new impact on the severity of this blizzard! Simon, just relaxing and driving through, no worries!
Awesomeness!
Canadian 🇨🇦 style, represent!
I'm from north central BC
Hello, I just wanted to thank you for the content you put out! My husband passed away 16 months ago and he absolutely loved watching your videos, he would alwAys be waiting for a new video. I try to keep up now and watch them and catch up when I can. Thanks again!
Wow, heartfelt condolences for your loss. Genuinely touching.
God Bless you Dawn !
Sorry for your loss. Blessings from Virginia. ❤❤❤
Yep, that stuff happens now and then.
Thanks for brushing your tooth.
Foresty, to me this looks like a moment out of time, a heavenly interlude. I would so love to experience this myself!! Thank you for this!
You strike the perfect balance of letting the sounds of life and nature tell the story and when a part of your video need a bit of commentary it is just enough to keep the story going, well done sir. Rocco is wonderful.
Your video quality just keeps getting better, I love how much effort you put into all your videos.
That's what I call a blizzard. This was another fantastic video. Perfect meal during a storm. I'm glad that you and Rocko were safe and cozy. Fantastic drone shots. I was very happy to see that you got back on main roads today.
Here in Alberta that weather does not shock us almost any time of year but that is crazy weather for California. We are glad you and Rocko stayed safe and warm. Rocko is so sweet sleeping in her little sweater. It was a bonus having two videos from you this week. Thanks and please safe safe!
@@skinnflint Well we certainly get snow and wind and cold weather.
@@skinnflint Alberta certainly does get blizzards. You should pay attention in life. You'd learn a lot.
Dog in sweater curled up asleep in bean bag. Perfect. ❤
Wow, that weather is amazing and brutal at the same time. Have to say Rocco is absolutely gorgeous. Her facial expressions are beautiful to watch. As others have said your editing and continuity is brilliant and getting better by the hour. Safe travels and keep that dog close to your heart. She is a treasure.
Loved the first half of the video with no voice-over or anything, it really had this quiet and cozy vibe to it... almost ASMR like! Great video as always. The stew looked quite yummy. Stay warm and safe travels, Forest!
I love how your little pup has its warm little spot by the fire and then if it turns around a warm little nook to watch out the window. So adorable.
Thanks! For doing what you do for us.
That was a great video, I loved how you interspersed the coziness inside with Rocco and the stove with the blizzard outside, that was wonderful.
Wow, the visuals in this video are amazing! From the drone shots, to your van, that fire in your cute little stove, to Rocko all curled up on your down bag, then her spot by the window and that stew, which looked incredibly delicious, then on the dashboard as you’re driving out, simply stunning. Love little Rocko and I can see she loves you! Stay warm in this epic storm. Blessings and much Aloha from Oregon❤
I love your work, Forest. It's been a great episode. Almost poetic. When you showed the blizzard juxtaposed to the cosiness of home, without dialogue, it felt brilliant. When you drove the van in the snow and filmed with the drone, it felt so immersive it seemed like a triple AAA videogame. Thank you for sharing this beautiful snippet of your life.
Thank you very much!
I must have watched this now a dozen times love it when you and lovely Rocko are cosy and warm.
Glad to see you and Rocko are safe, the worsening storm and dwindling wood were worrisome. I don’t comment often so taking this opportunity to say how much I enjoy your videos. You and Rocko bring a smile to my face with every video so thank you 😊
I know I was starting to stress. But all was well. Me? I would have been pulling my hair out thinking of the worst scenario’s. Glad to see you driving out.
It’s been a historic storm for sure! That looked like yesterday at our house in Big Pine. Stay safe and warm out there Foresty and Rocko!
Shoutout to my two favorite Pines, Big and Lone.
Just got home from a huge detour trying to get to SoCal from Lake Tahoe,,, made it as far as Lake Topaz lodge trying to get down the 395. Spent the night there then drove 13 hours north then west then finally just got home now. Crazy white out snow along the 395.
Love the dog jumping at the door to get back into the warm van 😂
Yeah, animal cruelty is just awesome! It's almost as good as watching him slowly POISON the dog by feeding it onions. Such a stellar guy! /end sarcasm
@@le_th_ yeah... you're insane.
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@@le_th_ Crazy
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Foresty, have loved your many adventures! Rocky is a beautiful dog! God bless you in all of your endeavors!
That’s a great example of working smarter not harder - we love seeing “day in the life” videos and you don’t have to struggle talking to the camera! I’m currently warm and dry in my van, parked beside the ocean on Van Isle and it’s blowing snow sideways outside. Seriously, we both get to live our best lives - cheers!
Masterful, with so little narration and no music. The calm, quiet vibe as you puttered around inside highlighted the relentless, monotonous storm outside.
This
@@skinnflint neither do I most youtubers get it wrong and the music over powers their voice. No point in watching a video like that.
Silence is Golden..loved just the sound of the wind...so relaxing..thank you for bringing us this amazing video.
It would've been an amazing video to watch, had he not been poisoning his dog by feeding it meat seasoned with onion salt and then cooked with onions. Organ failure in dogs isn't exactly FUN for me to watch, but you might be a sociopath, so perhaps you enjoy that kind of thing.
BEST. EPISODE. EVER! happy you and roc got to document this and were safe!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed the episode!
Great video. I know this was a form of art but it also really did show what your life is like a lot of the time I think, which is important for people to know it is a lot of quiet. Can't believe the drone was able to stay up in the winds but as always, you do such an amazing job with your videos. Thanks for taking us along and stay warm!!
Perfection! This is the type of content that drew me to your channel and what keeps me here. I love the simplicity, showing what it’s like to live in a van, making it seem so cozy, serving up great food. Keep doing this sort of presentations because it’s unique and special. And lots of great shots of Rocko (on the bean bag in a sweater, on the lap, on the front hood, by the Ninja foodie getting a treat, etc.).
These are my favourite kind of videos, just being extra super cosy inside a van during a blizzard
The wife and I don't get a ton of mutual down time, but when you two put out a video, we slow down and pay attention. We appreciate all the time, energy, and dedication!!!
Glad to see you stayed warm and safe! You captured such an unprecedented weather event so beautifully.
God blessings to you and then sweet dog...my huskey would love this
Best RUclips channel out here. We love you Foresty and Rocko
Truly loved this video! The visuals, the sound... The slow pace. Calming and enjoyable.
The vid was a massage for the brain.
Gonna be a lot of 'historic' storms now unfortunately. Great video, so well edited. Loved the blend of drone and in-van driving footage. Amazing work.
I gotta say Forest, always love your videos and had to agree with some of the people commenting here that I really loved this one as well, just the beautiful, I don't know something about, like one commenter Here said, those first 10 minutes, just the sweet little simple things you were doing in the Van, you and Rocko, just being cozy, making a good meal. Coffee. I don't know. I just really liked it. It was really peaceful and sweet. I'd love to see more of these interspersed. Always wonderful, though, and always love your content and your soul that you share with us❤ thanks as always for bringing us along ( C.S. Lewis once said, "we read to know we're not alone" ...I think we also write to know we're not alone, and blog, and vlog, and create RUclips videos. I think it goes very much both ways. So thanks for all you do to make everyone feel a little less alone on the planet, hope it's mutual❤
You know it's bad when Rocko wants to go back inside. Definitely had that ASMR vibe going on. Nice video Simon.
In 1980, crossing Wyoming on the way to Michigan from the west coast ran into a big storm around Elk Mountain. No chains no go. Me and my honey had a rusty 69 ford Econoline cargo van minimally insulated then. We built a shelter out of thick cardboard around a our king size bed on the rear of that van with only a round hole to crawl in and out. Comfortable night as ever, next morning, this blessed old soul dug up a pair of chains from a junker under the snow and laid them on us. We still cherish them. Best memories ever.
What a lovely video showing how relaxing it is to hunker down and enjoy the warmth of home while watching the winter blizzard blowing outside. Amazing cinematography!
when my daughter grauates high scool i am totally coming out into the wils to enjoy my future truck life camper ! With my jack russel terriers!
This was a "Greatest Hits/Hall of Fame"-level video,dude! Sooooo peaceful and relaxing! A pleasure to watch.
Yeah, first time on this channel and I agree with what everybody else said. I was cozy, dry, and toasty warm inside with you. Thanks for dinner, the fire, and for showing everyone that it doesn't get any better than safe shelter in a storm with the one you love. I'll be back.
I'm not normally a huge fan of ASMR, but the first part of this video where you used it was excellent! It really set the mood and we could feel your thoughts while hunkered down. People should use this as a template for how to tell a story and set the tone.
That's quite a bit of now there. We're forecast to get some snow on Southern Vancouver Island but I don't think it's that much.
Thanks for sharing Foresty! I really enjoy your adventures 😁
Thanks!
Thank you 😊
We are watching you Foresty from a very hot region of Western Australia. Incredible scenes in this one. Love all your videos; you have an amazing channel. Always glad to see you and Rocko safe at the end. Thank you so much.
Great video. Conveyed the isolation, blizzard, and the human condition with the total silence during that time. Really great episode.
Excellent video showing us what it's like riding out a blizzard in a van, thankfully you also have that wood stove...that beef stew looked amazing as well however it was missing some mushrooms.
You have my subscription click. I lived in Bishop as a boy and was born a little south of there in Lone Pine. Cool to see the area from your vantage point.
The shot of the dog curled up asleep with his sweater on... Sooo precious 💞
I was going to say that too. It looked so cute in the sweater sleeping.
So precious 💖
Wish I could sleep like that. He was GONE. Nothing worse than not getting enough quality sleep
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Even the dog didn’t want to be out in that weather a moment longer.
Gosh, I can't express enough how much I appreciate the simplicity of this channel, and don't get me wrong, I think it takes great skill and mastery of videography to do what FF just pulled here, nearly 15 min with frames that speak louder than words. But I appreciate this back to basics way of living, of tasting, savouring every instant, fragment of existence, it's almost a living meditation.
That was satisfying to watch! Our little rock star, Rocco, is such a good camper❤. I loved seeing the snow at night. Looked like shooting stars!
O M G .....your dog sleeping was so cool...i also have a Jack
The production value is insane. Just a fantastic job. 👏👏👏
I clicked on this out of curiosity and now I think I might be hooked. You have the most unique set up I've ever seen and to watch you just kick back being all warm while the blizzard came in was super cool!
This has got to be one of my favourite episodes - it was brilliant! So pleased you are both safe x
Dude I’m so jealous of that fireplace/coffee maker/oven combo you have!
Just proves ... no matter where you are or what the situation, as long as you have your doggo with you, life is good.
That's a fact.👍🙏
Absolutely Awesome.
Speaking as one who does a lot of what you do, you do it better, and capture and present it exquisitely.
I am grateful for your talent and dedication.
Thanks, appreciate that, have a good day!!
This video was very well done….appreciate all the work that went into it. And, it was, for some reason, very comforting and peace-inducing. In fact, I watched it twice, something I never do
Oh man I've been wondering this week if you stuck around and how it's been going. This has definitely been the weirdest winter I've ever had living in California.