VANLIFE // Fearless Solo Woman Full Time Living in a DIY Camper Van
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- Опубликовано: 13 ноя 2020
- In this video I feature Jacey who lives in her campervan full time. Jacey started traveling the VAN LIFE earlier this year and has traveled most of the New England states. Her next journey will bring here to 42 additional states as she lives in her van with her cat names Cosmo.
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Patrick, the video came out awesome! Thanks again for having me featured. Hopefully some folks will find my van journey interesting. 😄
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Fearless Jacey
Great job, Jacey (i agree about being alone.) ! Love your ideas and attitude, I can relate. 🌿😊🌼
Your a good Momma to Kitty thinking of the bookshelf with a duel purpose for him too. 💜. Also like the idea for cabinets. Happy trails to you. 🌷
Your van is awesome and I'm so incredibly impressed by your talent!! Amazing
I'm planning on getting a hightop van or something like that and live in it full time, but I have many questions and I would love to hear your experience in person, is there any way we can meet in person?
I've learned, "being alone isn't as bad as wishing you were"
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That's a tough lesson to learn. Congrats on being comfortable being alone. 🤗
Lol
BEIN ALONE ROCKS!!! PEOPLE SUCK!!!!
What an amazing young lady!! I am totally jealous of her spunk, drive and obviously, fearlessness. I have recently been planning my RV life, but It wasn’t until I turned 60 that I discovered that it was even possible. I don’t regret my life, but I wonder what could have been if I had been as fearless as Jacey. I also quite enjoy being alone, so I am counting the days until I can head off on my own. So dear Jacey, I want to be just like you now that I’m all growed up! 🤗
You can do it Pamela
Pamela, I am 57, and getting ready to venture out on the open road with my dog Lady. We can do it!
I'm happy to see I'm not the only person planning do this lifestyle at a older age I'm 56 now. I wish I Knew about this kind of lifestyle when I was younger.
I loved traveling even when I was younger I would travel every chance I got.
Plus I did a lot of camping from a very young child my family didnt have money when I was a kid. So our big weekends was camping and I loved it.
I have spent many weekends, weeks and even months camping near my home.
I spent lots of time in the Everglades.
Of course when I was younger we didnt have the problems with the big snake. The pythons weren't seen in the glades back then not to sure I would like being out with those big snake. Gators never bothered me but big snake kind of freak me out a bit lol..
Now that I'm 56 I've been looking for a school bus on the smaller size around 20 ft I need it big enough to have a small full bathroom. As we get older making it all night without going to pee once or twice a night is close to impossible lol.
Anyways glad to see someone else close to my age isnt scared to give this lifestyle a try. I believe we can do it even at our age. I think it will be nice to travel relax and see the beautiful this country has to offer.
Plus it's a cheap way to retire and travel. Maybe one day we will run into each other out there on the road.
Im not on my youtube account this is a friends account he was nice enough to let me use his phone to do a few things my phone isnt working correctly. I'm not Daniel Whitehead.
I am also a older women who will be doing nomad lifestyle/van life solo.
I have done lots of research on nomad lifestyle/van life only thing we need to do is be safe out there. We have to have protection weither it be a gun, bear or wasp spray, taser, cattle prong its also good for hiking, pepper spray or all of the above never can have to much protection. Also never park where your blocked in or have to back out of the space. Always park facing out to your exit of your spot for easy get away.
A dog is always one of the best things u can have its god for protection, a alarm, plus good company.
Also think they make a hiking stick now that also give a hell of a shock like a cattle prong good for hiking if u come up on a unfriendly animal.
Another solo women said your first few weeks everything seem to spook her every little noise but you get over it. She says she never gets spooked like that anymore but it was strange at first nut us will get use to it.
Just wanted to give u that little tidbit...
Wish you the best, enjoy life, Happy adventures makes wonderful memories.
Me too!! I am 53 and disabled. I sit here day after day waiting till my day comes. So why not do something I love. I can't wait!!
You are never to old or to young to follow your dreams. Go for it Pamela!
I love how smoothy she slipped a plug for her book in there 🤣. Also that DIY lagoon table is dope!
I agree, on best one I have seen, kind of steampunk with using plumbing pipes.
Love her. Do with what you have. Everything doesn't have to be custom builds
Thank you Cindy
This is what custom means
I find this VERY custom!
What a wonderful young lady. So happy she’s following her heart. Her van is perfect in its simplicity. Well done, Jacey!
I LOVE IT!!!
😎✌️🤙🤘😎
Thank you very much Doris
Thank you, Doris, you're too sweet. I like it too 😁
I love her story. Totally fearless.
Yes. Thank you for checking this out.
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She needs a gun no man will be afraid of that flashlight and she doesnt stand a chance
@@williamstratton7492 living in fear doesn't suit me well.
Wow, love her independence and her vibe! She truly is fearless and inspiring.
Thank you Kar.
B GG Z Z ppl
Who are these people giving this video a thumbs down, for crying out loud!!!!! This fearless young woman is an inspiration to all of us dreaming of the nomad life. Love the way she made the van her own on her own. The back windows contraption: Inginious! I’m looking forward to following her journey. Thank you Patrick for introducing us to her. Great video
I am no sure. The reasoning. Mostly jealousy my guess.
Trolls. They’re everywhere.
You know some people just can't help themselves....LOL!!!!
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Exactly!!!
Fearless Jacey you are the WOMAN! Love your van and your fearless attitude. At 60 I hope to grow up and love my life as fearlessly as you do. Loved all my life for others and now I am planning my next phase on the road. God bless. Be well and stay safe.
Thank you very much
Dee, thank you so much, you're too sweet. Now is the time to live the life you want, no matter your age.
Fearless drinking that tap water. Stay outta Flint, MI my dear
Always be safe.
I drink from the tap in Russia and Mexico
🤢😂
@@debpartin8737 Why so in those countries?? 🙂
@@gaialove2106 because they are the 2 countries I go to the most
You had me at ice cream and beer but, “if I need to I can wack someone in the face” brought it home. 😎 Cool setup-adventure on.
Precious and determined. Fearless by determination. Inspiring by experience. Thank you for sharing. Blessings to you and Cosmo, your GuardCat.
wow this the most DIY I've seen in a van. great job and your honesty about your fridge, ice cream and beer made me laugh out loud
@Tricia C Thanks Tricia! I'll tell Cosmo the internet has confidence in him, maybe he'll be more fierce.
@@moirahorton5167 Thanks! I try be honest in everything I do. I wanted the build, but didn't have anyone to help out, so it had to be DIY all the way. :D
Thanks so much! Ice cream, beer, and flashlight-whacking make the world go round.
So impressed on being able to build that out on her own
What a fantastic attitude!!!! I'm so inspired
Yes, very
Thank you Sindy
You had me at ice cream and beer! I really like the way you built out your van, also your alone isn't lonely attitude. Safe journeys.
I know right!
Lol,I was wondering how many others caught she stated her fridge was mostly for ice cream and beer. I really liked this gal. With her flash light weapon. I bet that cat would scratch ya up too. Haha. I'm so jealous of this gal and her cat. What a life. Free!
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@@lorihutton4719 haha Cosmo's kind of a scaredy-cat, but I like think he'd protect me if he had to.
Good for her! Seeing realistic budget builds is something we need more of- thanks for sharing! (Absolutely loved your cat!)
I try to be realistic about everything concerning my van and my travels--that's the only way someone can become less afraid of traveling themselves, i think. 😬
Jacey you are a real sweety, you truly are fearless and an inspiration. Love your diy van it's all one really needs. Perfect. Safe travels, subbing to your channel
Thank you so much Petra.
Very good adventures. Be careful
Love the 3/4" plumbing used for rotating table, great, simple, common sense idea!
Thank you. Yes, great design
Great job! It's a creative living space. I love your adventurous life style. This has been one of my favorite tours. It has a lot of all around insight, both personal and practical. The encouragement not to be afraid to jump in and just do it is so cool. I also like that this conversion was done creatively and on a budget. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Suzanne
I like her inspired travelling story. Fearless in following her instincts in achieving it,
Thank you Eric
I love her... woooo! Strong and independent. Wish her safety and many blessings! Thank you for the upload
She is amazing!! I’m so impressed
Thank you so much for this video. I bought a fiberglass high top 2002 e350 van and it’s a bit built out. She has inspired me so much. I have been full of fear since I bought my van. Lol I was all go go go to be got huge anxiety. I’m 💯 motivated again. Blessings to you all. Take care, keep smiling and laughing 😆
Thank you for writing in. I am glad you liked it. Now get back on the road.
That's amazing! Yes, go do it. Btw, this is a luxurious build compared to some. It can be a very simple build.
@@FearlessJacey You have so many great ideas. Staying at campsites a couple days a week, Two Jackery's, side door mud room entrance, (I will be removing my passenger seat) The ladder, the fan, I too have a fiberglass top so I wasn't sure if I could do what you did, Now I know. My challenge is how to load my lectric bike. I feel I need to keep it inside due to thieves. It's heavy and my van is high. I'll make it work. It's going with me. I have almost gotten rid of everything i own. It's been freeing and saddening. Only because I had to let go of all the memories which many are really horrible so I relived them. PTSD came back full speed. Not things have simmered down and I am so excited again, seriously, thanks to you. I really mean that. Thank you so very much.
Flower child, I’ve been called that, too! (Now I sometimes put “aging” in front of flower child, too! I imagine we could share some stories!
I hope to head somewhere from Connecticut in a partially fixed up Kia minivan when it warms up. Maybe we could put together a little caravan, it will be my first solo trip although I have lots of camping experience.
Creative and handy! I love the repurposed materials used to make the cabinets. Great van over all. I also like that you don't have batteries under the bed.
Thank you Flora
Hah I like that too! I imagine I'd be a lot more stressed with a fixed solar set up.
Brave young lady, she is vert resource full . And, deserves recognition for her original designs. Most admirable is her drive to succeed....!
I hope she reaches all of her goals in life. If she ever needs a place to shelter, a female friend has a big house with bedrooms to rent. In Monmouth City with a view.
That's so kind and generous, thank you!
I love the DIY builds that aren't all rich hipsters and lattes. This woman is living real van life. I get tired of seeing builds that are $75K+. Most people are not living like that. They are living like this or on even less.
This one is real and so is Jacey
Hahaha I don't even know where I'd start with $75k for a build. I tried to do everything as frugally as I could. I figure most people also do not have $75k laying around either.
Yup. I probably won't be able to spend more than $5000 total for the conversion I'm doing, but as long as it has what I need that's what matters
Hi Fearless. I hope you don’t mind some advice from a retired health and safety minded person. Water and electricity don’t mix. I recommend that you move your Jackerys away from your sink so you can avoid damage to them. A spill down the front of the Jackery could cause its end, unless it is waterproof. You know what they say about an ounce of prevention... it’s worth a pound of cure! You can be Fearless and cautious!
Thank you for the Suggestion
Hi nancy, you're absolutely right! These days, I rarely use my sink because I'm by my family for the holidays and I use their dishwashers as much as I can 😂. But when I get back on the road, I'm sure I'll find a new spot for the jackeries.
i drilled a small hole in the floor and with a 10$ aquarium pump i can empty the graywater without removing the tank.
I thought that too..
@@FearlessJacey Screen with magnets on the inside of the back windows.
Determination makes dreams come true. Thanks, Patrick.
Yes, true
This girl is SMART and her home is DOPE! 💖💖💖
Im more impressed with her than some of the high end builds I have watched on your channel. Young single woman figuring it out on her own. Good job Jacey!
Patrick, Hello, this young woman , basically knew what she could do & did it , so wonderful to see a young person doing what they need to do , just GREAT Cheers 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Yes she is wonderful
This woman is awesome she's so DIY that's what I'm talkin about.. that's exactly what I'm talking about hell yeah.😃
Thank you Ska.
Wow fearless she is very strong person beautiful personality stay safe 👍🏾👌🏾
Yes Erica, agreed
I agree I love traveling and being alone i can do my work anywhere
Yes, great plan
Hi Patrick, I observe the pillar support in fearless's garage is sliding sideways. She should bang it back into place and fix it with a L - bracket to the floor. Her plan is simple but effective. sufficient for her is all that matters.
Good catch.
Hi Leon. It's been that way since day one 😂. I guess I cut it a tad too short. There are 8 other points of contact for support. I honestly think I could even just remove it and not notice a difference.
Solo build....nicely done, Jacey. I gotta say, RUclips is probably the best research tool for anyone wanting to join the nomadic life.
Glad it was helpful
Very nice Dodge Ram Campervan Conversion she was absolutely one of the best she explained every detail of her Conversion great interview Patrick 👍👍
Thank you very much 👍🏽
The credit really goes to Patrick, he asked me to add all kinds of details I wouldn't have thought to mention!
WOW, you're amazing! I also just do it when I want to do something. I rarely ask for help. I just make it work. Remarkable what you did with installing that fan in the roof. Even though the back windows screens are an eyesore, what you did is really ingenuous. That is a nice home-on-wheels! You could do van conversions for a living and make lots of moolah!!! Continued success to you, Jacey. Hope you're doing well! 💛
You may want to make some holes in wood the mattress sits on to prevent mold
Good suggestion
Jacey is a total babe! Love her can do attitude. She has done a fantastic job fitting out her van. Great to see a young women just out there giving it a go!
Thank you for checking in
*I love how you repurposed the blinds. Really nice job with all you've done. Proud to see a young lady being so self sufficient. 😁😁😁*
I am working toward getting mentally ready to have a van life at age of 65. Have Parkinson entering into my body w/o my permition that makes me hurry up and start my travelling sooner and COVID-19 that makes me take my time and wait up.
Jacey you are not alone, you have lots of people following you.
Sam
It's hard, but it only gets harder the longer you wait to start. Baby steps will get you there! When I began my build, I made a checklist with itty bitty steps like "Bring tape measure out to the van. Measure the length. Measure the width. Write down measurements." It seemed much simpler with baby steps outlined for me.
What an inspiring young woman! Gives me hope for the future. Great van! Can she please teach me how to build that table?? It's awesome!
You can do it! It is galvanized gas pipe fittings from a home center and a few brackets.
Michelle, the table is relatively easy! I followed a video on the channel Back to Reality. They did a whole tutorial on it.
Very very smart and practical.
Thank you Mark
I can relate to her! 🌿😊🌼. Also, alone is not bad if you enjoy it, as she said and I agree.
Love her ideas and attitude and the cat in the back is a beauty.
All the best to Jacey and you also Patrick. Really like the idea about the cabinets and book shelf for a duel use for kitty, good looking out Momma. ❤️
Thank you very much TJ
You truly are living your life "FEARLESS" What an inspiration to so many. I wish more young women would live fearless and true to themselves the way you do! So glad I came upon this video! Good luck to you in all that you do, be safe, healthy and happy in all your travels!
I love this, especially her comments about people making things harder than they need to be. She is living her best life. What an inspiration!
Yes, you should follow her. She is out there living it up
You go girl you and your beautiful Cosmo!!! ❤🐈🐾
You're the best!
Alone but not lonely; God bless the strong of heart. Lovely woman, Jacey. Great van build. Thanks for sharing. ciao.
Thank you for checking this out
Congratulations on your build and thanks for keeping it real. Good to know that a 25-gallon water tank and a microwave are not needed in van life!! Stay Fearless!!
Tough young lady, God bless you , I know full grown men that wouldn't be able to do this , I am sure many others feel the same, God bless you young lady !
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Easy to use set up in 2000 Dodge van! Simple & functional!
Patrick , I like the way your interviews go! You allow the person to take their time and explain their camping set up.It is easy to listen and better understand what the person was thinking on their lay out!😀👍
Thank you very much Joseph
Nice vibe Fearless Jacey beautiful space you created! thanks for sharing
Thank you so much!
She is not needy....she's good doing things on her own. She has good skills and is self sufficient at a young age. The world would be a better place if more young people were like her. Having a home on wheels is the way of life today. You can have your beach house and your mountain all in one. She is living the American dream. Have fun fearless traveling girl
They sell screen for the doors, they cover the whole window, then you can open the windows and not worry about anything
Thank you Yana.
This chick is my hero!!!! Especially when she explained how it’s not a lonely life like most people would be. I totally get it.
Most level headed person on the road. Keeps a place for ice cream and beer. Not sure what else a person needs
😂😂😂
Great Job Jacey!
Thank you
What an inspiration! So much respect for Jacey, the fact that she didn’t have any prior van building skills and made this amazing home for herself. Fearless indeed.
Such a lovely human. A very enjoyable van tour introducing great van style. Looking forward to reading her book. Thank you.
Thank you very much Jane
Homemade lagoon table awesome👍🏻
Yes, am very impressed. It works just as well.
Awesome! With a much more affordable price!!!! I’m all for saving money!
Awesome and love how the table is set up. Keep on going.
Thank you Christopher
Great video. I tell my daughters to never let anything hold you back. You can do anything, and I don’t think most people realize that until later in life. Adventure on.....
Absolutely! New adventures are always worth a try.
Resilient ! Reality Show of someone - in real time - traveling on the road. Thank you.
She's so adorable, love her positive attitude on life.
Thank you 🙏🏼
She’s amazing, what an inspiration!!
Thank you very much
Hardly ever make a comment but to hear safe measures was rare. So informative in that aspect. Today’s world makes this great advise.
I love how so much of the van revolves around the cat. I love what you've done here! Beautiful!! And also a plug for New Jersey. I am a native South Jerseyan (Jerseyite) in exile in Charleston SC x 34 years but my roots are strong & NJ is dissed so much. Jersey Strong!!
Thank you Darlene
Very compelling. Beautiful spirit. Thank you for your kind video of this dear young woman and a glimpse of her adventurous life.
Thank you very much
I like it , practical, functional and easy to make changes if and when neaded. Nice job !
Thank you 🙏🏼
You are welcome
Seen this video 5 months ago, while caring for a small hobby farm in South Jersey.
Seen your rig once at a intersection, Patrick. Too bad I was a passenger in my ex's Excursion.
Today, am full timing in my Quigley work van.
Love it down here, in the Cape May County area.
Seeking any useful info and resources from like minds.
Started a channel many months back, not much content. Would love to make friends on here, local and abound.
Have many skills to share, on here and perhaps in person.
Love this community and support it any way possible.
Thank you for your time!
Tommy
Wow thank you Tommy. I am sure we will cross paths soon
Loved listening to her story and travel's,,, and Kitty cosmos ❤
She is still out there, traveling full time
Fearless I thought my Ford E250 hi top extended was stuffed full! You got me beat
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The more space you have, the more stuff you have.
Great job . The only thing I would do is drill rows of holes in the wooden bed base for air flow. Reduces moisture/ mould buildup.
Good tip
Genius! She and her creativity is inspiring.💕
There's nothing like voluntarily living in Your van and asking the dealership if you can stay in it while they rebuild the transmission . Priceless .
Yes
Awesome setup & I love her attitude & energy towards her specific goals in life. When she said, "we cuddle hard", I felt that. Adventure on!😎🐾🐾
That was a refreshing video - a fearless, beautiful women all on her own. I hear you - I'm usually alone myself, but never lonely. Good luck to you Jacey.
I wish her well and to be fearfully wise! I love her spirit and hope the world keeps her safe!
So proud of you 🥰 I feel so inspired with your fearlessness to travel and live unapologetically. I look forward to seeing more of your ventures 🦋
Amazing!!! This young lady is so awesome!! I’m a Jersey girl ... born and raised in Fort Lee... and although I love NJ, I will be retiring hopefully in 6+ Years and this really seems like an amazing journey! Definitely going to follow her on her channel!! I absolutely love Cosmo!!
Thank you so much!!
She is such a sweet, honest spirit....and did a beautiful job on her home too...
Jacie!!! Omg i thought this was your van! Miss ya girl. Time flies!! So glad to have met you and to see your new journey with your new bus
Thank you for the support. Yes, I see her bus is coming along
I remember when I was her age I was fearless too.
Thank you and may God bless the both of you
Thank you too
Nice you have everything you need and of you ask me it looks like you have a great life I wish I was out there right now. I'm doing a small bus build cant wait to get it done. I wish I know about this lifestyle when I was younger I'm just starting out at 56 as a solo female nomad buslife. To me you got it all you got it going on lol....
I Wish you the Best Enjoy Life Happy Adventures make Wonderful Memories and I hope you have many of both
You can do it!
Ice cream and beer a woman after my own heart. 😆 LOL FEARLESS IS AWESOME! YOU GO SWEET LADY. I find you to be extremely impressive, not to mention inspirational, thank you for taking the time to make the video.
Rick currently in Fort Worth Texas.
Really interesting person. Nice van build, not fancy but very functional. Makes you wonder why people are willing to shell out $180-200k for a Winnebago Revel or Boldt.
Thank you Tim.
Exactly! I can’t imagine being in debt for that long! Holy Moley! That’s why I won’t buy one, over priced, thrown together! She knows every inch of her home!
I love this build. She used innovative ideas. She also repurposed items which is so cool. 😎
Yes! Thank you!
"Because Cosmo takes all the room..." (and his tail is going :) ) ... Great video, wonderful explanations and Good grief ... LOVE this young woman and her fearlessness :)
Thank you Liz.
You know the home would look way more cohesive if the furniture is black or white. Like the shelves and cabinets. It’s awesome she made this by herself. Very strong lady. Well done.
Thank you Jacey! You are an incredible woman!
Great video! Thanks to Jacey for sharing.
Love her!!!!!!!!!!!!! Absolutely love her, she is so open and brave and innovative! Love New Jersey Outdoor Adventures too!
Thank you very much.
I LOVE THIS.
YOU GO YOUNG LADY 🙏💗
Yes she is very fearless bless her heart 🙏🏾
Yes, true
Thank you Kelly
She has done an amazing job with this conversion. Very gutsy young lady!
Nice set up. Love her kitty! I am a solo fulltime traveler but IM living in my 25 foot class A Winnebago warrior motorhome. I really like the table. It is amazing how she and others live in small spaces. Great design nice girl!
Good for you! I love seeing other young solo women traveling about. Go get 'em!
Ingenious! With a place for everything and homey and comfortable! Great diy!
Thank you 😊
She's fantastic. Another great video Patrick. So interesting.
Great video. I am so impressed with anyone who builds out their van👍
I dont even know her but i am proud of her for not letting anything hold her back from what she wanted. I love that she wasnt afraid to jump in and just TRY. I do the same thing with my rv so when i see other people like me (no carpentry degree teehee) it makes me happy and proud of myself too
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