Camping in my Small Car for the First time | Overnight in Pop-up Tent

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  • Опубликовано: 3 авг 2021
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    this is the smallest car camper. im so excited to bring it around, but I must fix the bugs from getting into the pop-up tent. keep on camping.
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  • @matchismo
    @matchismo 2 года назад +3482

    First shot going down stairs, and I’m like “what the hell” How did you fit that in there?

  • @Whit23ney
    @Whit23ney 2 года назад +2886

    I don’t know how you slept with the mosquitoes. That’s probably the ONE thing that would have sent me straight to an air bnb. I can sleep with wet blankets, in 90 degrees, but NOT with mosquitoes. Props man.

    • @eddieanderson9399
      @eddieanderson9399 2 года назад +61

      All you need is fishnet. I live in my Prius not overhead attachment needed. I cut the net from laundry basket 🧺 and use magnets to click to inside of my windows. Nobody even knows my windows are down 1/4 inch too.

    • @miguelcastaneda7236
      @miguelcastaneda7236 2 года назад +35

      They were prob already in there next time fog it fo something outside for like forty min vehicle check walk around area then vent it fifteen minutes or go army surpluss store get a mosquito net for like ten bucks n yr set

    • @jewishlawyer9454
      @jewishlawyer9454 2 года назад +5

      Not cool or super functional.. like something a kid would design

    • @abira2.0
      @abira2.0 2 года назад +11

      @Michael Philip Oliver lmfao for real I don't sleep til I kill it

    • @DragonGyrl96
      @DragonGyrl96 2 года назад +11

      I'd keeps loads of citronella and other mosquito repelling things on me and inside the camper.

  • @Andrew-rz9ck
    @Andrew-rz9ck 2 года назад +297

    I have never seen that many mosquitos in such a small space before. Props for dealing with it and finishing up the trip.

    • @aiyaiy8341
      @aiyaiy8341 Год назад

      ງງ

    • @anangabdul501
      @anangabdul501 Год назад

      Ijkkkjj

    • @Supgangy
      @Supgangy Год назад

      Look at all these south East Asian losers above me 😂

    • @troutdaletim
      @troutdaletim Год назад

      If there are mosquitos I am toast

    • @OHeBigMad
      @OHeBigMad Год назад

      a lot of the little dots you see flying around is dust that's going past the camera. but there are a lot of mosquitos in there lol

  • @bobjohnson8057
    @bobjohnson8057 Год назад +311

    It makes sense that the bugs would be attracted to the Bug camper. :)

  • @PowerWade2007
    @PowerWade2007 2 года назад +3888

    When driving a manual vehicle, always leave it in gear when you're parked. Even with the emergency brake set, if the e brake fails, your transmission will help keep the vehicle from moving. Especially with that camper I wouldn't trust the e brake alone. Stay safe Mav!

    • @lowkeyquintin4202
      @lowkeyquintin4202 2 года назад +64

      On the gang itself

    • @garybaxter7297
      @garybaxter7297 2 года назад +135

      He is in a flat state MN. If he grew up in San Francisco he would know this.

    • @jaytrock3217
      @jaytrock3217 2 года назад +8

      Did I miss something ? Did he get back to the states or this was prefilmed?

    • @betopistolas4644
      @betopistolas4644 2 года назад +42

      @@jaytrock3217 I think he mentioned he flew back to visit his parents!

    • @bane4743
      @bane4743 2 года назад +1

      @@betopistolas4644 dude just up and left his truck?

  • @Spencershortfilms
    @Spencershortfilms 2 года назад +783

    This is so genuine, no fancy camera no fancy lights or music. Freakin loved this vid

    • @pauljones364
      @pauljones364 2 года назад +4

      Would of been better if you were there to keep him company 😉.

    • @Spencershortfilms
      @Spencershortfilms 2 года назад +59

      @@pauljones364 sorry you feel the need to be nasty

    • @DunkyHunky
      @DunkyHunky 2 года назад +21

      @@pauljones364 stop speaking

    • @brandonrobinson1603
      @brandonrobinson1603 2 года назад +4

      Nothing but good clean pure misery!

    • @nichelleloh6659
      @nichelleloh6659 2 года назад

      Right! I love it 🤗❤️!

  • @Oxford322
    @Oxford322 Год назад +49

    Such a happy young man! In all the issues , he picked “ I like being able to stand up “just such a sweet soul! ❤

  • @EvieVermont
    @EvieVermont Год назад +98

    I'm an outdoor educator and...wow! Such simplicity is great! (Dealing w bugs is the worst!) Great attitude. One thing- cooking indoors without ventilation is a hazard-- but if the bugs can get in, I guess the air is getting in, too! Good on you for sticking with it. Wonderful shots of nature! ❤

  • @musicpunk5
    @musicpunk5 2 года назад +597

    Use Velcro in-between the button snaps and that should help seal the canvas better.

    • @lilTryhard
      @lilTryhard 2 года назад +9

      I was thinking this exactly. Tents and pop ups use this in their construction for keeping bugs out.

    • @cooperstertz
      @cooperstertz 2 года назад +11

      Why not go in and buy a roll of black duct tape for now and then do that? Why sit and get destroyed by bugs and maybe get west Nile.

    • @edctoolbox9394
      @edctoolbox9394 2 года назад +5

      just what I was thinking, very quick fix too.

    • @jonahkrompart
      @jonahkrompart 2 года назад +6

      @@cooperstertz I don’t think the duct tape is gonna hold up well to the pop-up being closed-opened. Velcro is definitely the way to go

    • @gergoszederjesi4351
      @gergoszederjesi4351 2 года назад +3

      I just came to the comment section to say it but I guess it's done haha

  • @TylerW.
    @TylerW. 2 года назад +732

    Get velcro with adhesive on back and line it all around in between the clasps. Should help alot with bugs getting in and pretty cheap. Even though it's kind of a joke camper, it's honestly a pretty convenient setup and very practical.

    • @Yoboymatt69
      @Yoboymatt69 2 года назад +18

      Yooo I was just thinking that

    • @Mr_JollyRoger
      @Mr_JollyRoger 2 года назад +19

      I came into the comments to suggest this exact thing. Get velcro! Lol

    • @C-Smith-87
      @C-Smith-87 2 года назад +8

      I was going to say thats what i wld do also.

    • @mademoisellekaya1438
      @mademoisellekaya1438 2 года назад +12

      Whoops.. I just suggest the same idea.. and saw more did that.. great minds think alike? Or are we all people who camp and think this way? 🤔😁

    • @ben3babe
      @ben3babe 2 года назад +17

      You should also additionally sew the velcro into the fabric because the glue is eventually gonna lose its strength as far as attaching the velcro to the camper long term id recommend superglue or something better

  • @Brian-nt1hh
    @Brian-nt1hh Год назад +52

    The human ingenuity never ceases to amaze. Doable concept, just know what you can live without. This certainly can work and be quite inexpensive.

  • @rebeccaayeras7690
    @rebeccaayeras7690 Год назад +39

    So convenient getting onions from your pocket😂😂

  • @randomguyaso
    @randomguyaso 2 года назад +513

    Velcro all around the edge of the material. Then Velcro on the frame. So the gaps are sealed.

    • @mademoisellekaya1438
      @mademoisellekaya1438 2 года назад +2

      Whoops.. I just suggest the same idea.. and saw more did that.. great minds think alike? Or are we all people who camp and think this way? 🤔😁

    • @hellotjesmellowtjes9791
      @hellotjesmellowtjes9791 2 года назад

      Woah brilliant idea... lol I suggested duct tape before reading this

    • @meowzic
      @meowzic 2 года назад +1

      I was thinking magnetic strips

    • @carolyntanner6517
      @carolyntanner6517 2 года назад +1

      My truck bed pop up had Velcro and snaps. No problem with bugs or mosquitos. I really love your setup 👍🏼😃. I now have a Nissan Frontier and it's too small for my slide-in. I'm now looking for a small pop-up to fit in it. No luck yet.
      Safe travels to you Mav 👍🏼😃 and thanks for the video.

    • @macspwnufail
      @macspwnufail 2 года назад

      yeah my popup camper has velcro, much better

  • @jakeking974
    @jakeking974 2 года назад +833

    Honestly, more camping supply dealers need to sponsor Mav already. He literally camps all the time and, like Camp Chef, he's an active user of camping products and often looking for new, more useful products to grab. I just think they're massively missing out on the marketing. Like, if I ever go camping, I'm gonna listen to what Mav says cause he knows waaaaay more than me.

    • @Knightfall23
      @Knightfall23 2 года назад +5

      Yeah it's ashame no overlanding or camping companies Sponsorships

    • @xvsupremacy7190
      @xvsupremacy7190 2 года назад +1

      It’s dark and depressing

    • @tophersan1459
      @tophersan1459 2 года назад +5

      Oh its gonna happen.

    • @QueenDaenerysTargaryen
      @QueenDaenerysTargaryen 2 года назад +1

      Perhaps

    • @SK-bb6ms
      @SK-bb6ms 2 года назад +12

      And toothpaste! Did you see his beautiful teeth? I wanna buy what he uses!

  • @shaleecec2027
    @shaleecec2027 2 года назад +8

    Dude is so humble it's crazy...

  • @celtic7668
    @celtic7668 2 года назад +26

    i love how he is just making the most out of life, keep going man

  • @SupperUpper
    @SupperUpper 2 года назад +1812

    I’d recommend to put the car into first gear instead of neutral when parking. Gives additional safety when parking on a hill.

    • @Just-InTimeRepairs
      @Just-InTimeRepairs 2 года назад +198

      THIS! I was hoping someone would say it. You need to leave your car in gear, since your ebrake may not always work, especially with all that extra weight on the car.

    • @QueenDaenerysTargaryen
      @QueenDaenerysTargaryen 2 года назад +46

      I did not know that🔥🔥🔥

    • @TigerMiller1
      @TigerMiller1 2 года назад +35

      I thought this too. He could have a wild ride.

    • @jennyleef1775
      @jennyleef1775 2 года назад +54

      Each time he did that I almost cringed thinking he needs to leave it in gear plus the brake. So long as he remembers to put his foot on the clutch when starting.

    • @timoo12343
      @timoo12343 2 года назад +24

      Yes, but don’t get your feet off the clutch till you shut the car down xD.

  • @mara295
    @mara295 2 года назад +505

    Pro Tip: Never, ever drain any fat or grease down the drains (at home -or- the camper/rv). The fat solidifies and clogs everything up. Best to keep a jar (with a tight lid) around for that purpose.

    • @michaelbauer5081
      @michaelbauer5081 2 года назад +19

      You can reuse it over and over to, make biscuit and gravy, keep in Folgers can!!

    • @michaelcollier6269
      @michaelcollier6269 2 года назад +36

      You can also pour it into a can with paper towel and light for a long lasting fire

    • @carllubrin8518
      @carllubrin8518 2 года назад +6

      And to use again for frying oil just keep straining it till the burn bits are removed and also can use it for like years till the oil get black then that when it’s time to go

    • @michaelbauer5081
      @michaelbauer5081 2 года назад +8

      @@carllubrin8518 Yea, the old timers never wasted anything!!! They even made their own potted meat with all the leftover animal parts and when you grill it inside a grilled cheese it's kinda like a poor man's Philly Cheese Steak sandwich!!! 🥪

    • @HunterMann
      @HunterMann 2 года назад +6

      I would never cook meat in a small enclosed space, odd christening of his camper… poor planning all around actually.

  • @EmsLionheart
    @EmsLionheart Год назад +28

    Can’t expect a pimped out beetle to not attract other curious bugs 😉 😂
    Job def well done!
    🕊

    • @ottouring
      @ottouring Год назад

      Hi,
      I Just read your comment and thought you might like to subscribe to my channel
      Cheers from Australia
      Out There Touring

    • @thabangshadrackmolebatsi9074
      @thabangshadrackmolebatsi9074 Год назад +1

      Hi, sorry man,I was just watching with my little daughter ,and she's the one who commented, anyway I took a time to watch and i can say your ride is nice and one of its kind.

    • @ottouring
      @ottouring Год назад +1

      @@thabangshadrackmolebatsi9074
      H, thank you.
      If you get a chance have a look at my episodes on Fraser Island, it’s the largest sand island in the world and world heritage listed. I think you will enjoy it.
      Cheers
      Out There Touring

  • @sherrystevens5916
    @sherrystevens5916 Год назад +15

    I would buy double faced velcro. To cut into straps and in-between the snaps

    • @Emme333
      @Emme333 Год назад

      What I was thinking

  • @isaiahshemaiahbrown
    @isaiahshemaiahbrown 2 года назад +705

    The ending with the sunrise made me really realize how much we’re supposed to be out enjoying life & not just living this paycheck to paycheck BS, we’re meant to live life to the fullest!!

    • @designstudio8013
      @designstudio8013 2 года назад +17

      don't be naive. find a job you would do for free and youre set.

    • @isaiahshemaiahbrown
      @isaiahshemaiahbrown 2 года назад +12

      @@designstudio8013 getting there 🙏

    • @designstudio8013
      @designstudio8013 2 года назад +4

      @@isaiahshemaiahbrown dude I loved tennis so i became a teacher. Don't drop out like these people. they are lost souls.If you need suggestions just ask...

    • @isaiahshemaiahbrown
      @isaiahshemaiahbrown 2 года назад

      @@designstudio8013 🙏

    • @stevejeffrey11
      @stevejeffrey11 2 года назад +50

      @@designstudio8013 "Not all who wander are lost"

  • @jakecarrier2628
    @jakecarrier2628 2 года назад +36

    That's me Jake Carrier who sent the care package!! Your welcome!! Anytime you need anything Cajun let me know. Enjoy!!

  • @daebaekae1777
    @daebaekae1777 2 года назад +16

    This is funny and cool. This is absolutely me during camping, plus my temper tantrums. I've been watching camping videos for a while now, and this one is more realistic for me.

  • @marieneu264
    @marieneu264 Год назад +4

    The pocket onion made me lol 🤣

  • @Avetho
    @Avetho 2 года назад +856

    For the mosquito thing, it might help to have an aromatic oil diffuser and put some rosemary oil into it with the diffuser on the lowest setting (cuz the bug camper is rather small), from what I've heard mosquitos hate the smell of rosemary and just kinda leave the air space, and it repels other insects as well. A nice side effect is that if you have any breathing issues it clears them up a bit since its an antiseptic, antispasmodic and an expectorant. And no, I'm not someone who's into that essential oil stuff, but this one I know for sure helps in some regard :P

    • @oliverthecat6529
      @oliverthecat6529 2 года назад +3

      @Charles Morse The only oils that work diffused into the air are the ones with menthol but only then there are just less likely to bite
      Edit: and for some menthol is just annoying

    • @FrozenMermaid666
      @FrozenMermaid666 2 года назад +2

      Plucking flowers (and destroying trees) is beyond kreeminaI and soon to be banned!

    • @oliverthecat6529
      @oliverthecat6529 2 года назад +2

      @@FrozenMermaid666 I have read your channel description an if that isnt ironic than i too am a true royal, probably more royal than you

    • @alanqs4360
      @alanqs4360 2 года назад +4

      OR SIMPLY FUCKING SPRAY BAYGON

    • @c.thompson9771
      @c.thompson9771 2 года назад +2

      Rosemary is known for its ability to support mental acuity. 😎

  • @abira2.0
    @abira2.0 2 года назад +295

    Something about this video.... It's like I went with this dude on this camping trip. So authentic and natural. Just wow

    • @clearascrystal4960
      @clearascrystal4960 2 года назад +5

      I can feel the mosquito bites on me😂ugh

    • @daixer3156
      @daixer3156 2 года назад +1

      Would of been better if you were there to keep him company 😉

    • @elsplace896
      @elsplace896 Год назад

      The fun part of it

    • @craftymulligar
      @craftymulligar Год назад

      Should of had a sloppy Joe for you next to his.

    • @leomoonify
      @leomoonify Год назад

      That's because NO annoying music!

  • @asha.2223
    @asha.2223 Год назад +23

    those skeeters givin’ me major angsssstttttt- another awesome vid, Mav! Mad love from Canada!

  • @wolfthorne38
    @wolfthorne38 2 года назад +31

    Ah seems like a chill camping experience, except for the bugs. Mosquitoes annoy me so much x_c

  • @ITCONFIRMED
    @ITCONFIRMED 2 года назад +655

    love this dude and his peace about everything. I would of lost my stuff at the rain lol. Keep it up Mav. You're teaching us more than just camping. God bless.

    • @BesttBi
      @BesttBi 2 года назад

      @Charles Morse Cringe. Oh noes, he has a spine! ... what an odd Gatekeep.

    • @FrozenMermaid666
      @FrozenMermaid666 2 года назад +2

      Plucking flowers (and destroying trees) is beyond kreeminaI and soon to be banned -- your name is also incorrect and must be changed, as I am the only being who can have Flowers (Flores) or flower names in my name. And love is the most misused word in the world -- humans are not love materiaI and no one loves them... I am the only being meant to be loved and who can be loved -- and my protectors (the true alphas) are the only men who can feel such absolute feeling!

    • @jackieflynt995
      @jackieflynt995 2 года назад +1

      Well said, Nick. ✌❤😎

    • @DelRae
      @DelRae Год назад +1

      @@xoober3834 I think one of them deleted a reply because I only see one weird comment

  • @howardbiel1958
    @howardbiel1958 2 года назад +139

    If you can help it, try not setting up the bug at dust or at night. You’ll attract bugs inside. And when you go in and out turn off all lights. Really helps keep them out. Great 1st ep!

    • @hxhdfjifzirstc894
      @hxhdfjifzirstc894 2 года назад +8

      Maybe rig up a decoy bug light on an extension cord about 20 feet away, LOL.

    • @FurnitureFan
      @FurnitureFan 2 года назад

      @@hxhdfjifzirstc894 Great idea.

  • @carla5484
    @carla5484 Год назад +2

    I love how unglamorous this is. totally real!

  • @sarasebastian1140
    @sarasebastian1140 Год назад +6

    Nice build! A few observations:
    1. Weather stripping might help with the gaps.
    2. Don't pour greece down your sink. Use a cup with maybe a paper towel in it to soak up.
    3. Don't leave your backpack on the seat where not nice ppl can see it. Just be safe!
    Other than that excellent job!! (I'm a bit jelly)

  • @aidencavazos7099
    @aidencavazos7099 2 года назад +168

    I have an overwhelming urge to let you know, you are such a roll model. You're happy, you're respectful, you're funny... Overall you're just a great person. Our world needs more people like you. So keep being you and don't change that

  • @justiniannarone6051
    @justiniannarone6051 2 года назад +160

    Another thing that’ll help is a camper fan. Just something to circulate the air and easy to mount to roof. Will help with bugs too and can pull air in or our

    • @morijin6903
      @morijin6903 2 года назад +1

      Out* but good advice

    • @trever9143
      @trever9143 2 года назад +12

      @@morijin6903 wow thanks for the correction! Never would have known what he was trying to say otherwise...🤦🏽‍♂️🤣

    • @morijin6903
      @morijin6903 2 года назад

      @@trever9143 if you wanna repay me then could you tell me what exactly is a camper fan

    • @morijin6903
      @morijin6903 2 года назад

      @@trever9143 aren't there just fans

    • @terriswooler1103
      @terriswooler1103 2 года назад +1

      No actually a camper fan is more compact usually has a clip to hang and is rechargeable so you don’t have to have electricity to use it.

  • @tinahughes2552
    @tinahughes2552 Год назад +7

    I know I keep commenting but I know a lot about camping. Lol But this is your first time doing it by yourself and I think you’re doing a great job no worries it’s a learning experience and you will learn as you go along by the following year you will be an expert trust me HAHAHA

  • @DiannMoonlight
    @DiannMoonlight Год назад +15

    9:19 "i know your name but i just forgot it"
    12:08 "i've got friends"
    13:29 "jump here in the bed with my buddies"
    13:32 "hopefully i don't get abdolutely destroyed by bugs tonight"
    the sunset and the sunrise is so beautiful tho ♡♡♡

  • @shannonbaldus5458
    @shannonbaldus5458 2 года назад +159

    ikea should have a mattress that will fit even the toddler ones that sounds weird but they extend for growing with your child. For sure get a bug net for now to sleep under as well.

  • @dianaverhulst3407
    @dianaverhulst3407 2 года назад +252

    A "Bug" camper full of "bugs." I could never sleep with even one mosquito in the room. I don't know how you did that = but the camper is cool!

    • @phanthomboy3
      @phanthomboy3 2 года назад +9

      I have the worst reactions to bites, so I'd have to be drenched in bug spray before going in that bug death trap lol!

    • @KingCease
      @KingCease 2 года назад +3

      If you were sleepy you could.

    • @jjns3991624
      @jjns3991624 2 года назад +5

      Agreed. It was painful to watch. Poor dude can’t even straighten his legs when he sleep.

    • @nameless-og
      @nameless-og 2 года назад

      😆

    • @peachboyriverside156
      @peachboyriverside156 2 года назад +1

      Bug will go away once lights off.

  • @ZippedUpKitz
    @ZippedUpKitz 2 месяца назад +1

    14:14 wow…. Beautiful sunrise!

  • @pinaylostinlove
    @pinaylostinlove Год назад +37

    I remember doing this on my own when I first left my ex husband lol. Thanks I'm not alone.

  • @thewestfire9729
    @thewestfire9729 2 года назад +194

    When camping on your own, always remember to bring a bug zapper. They save you hours of frustration swatting at bugs. Also, cover your equipment with tarp to keep it dry, and always have a flashlight. Generators and 1 or 2 extra 5 gallon containers of gas never hurt either.
    Also, you can use Velcro to patch up the cracks in your tent for a quick patch work seal.

    • @stuarthanneman2823
      @stuarthanneman2823 2 года назад +2

      You can get them that recharge with built in solar panels.

    • @thewestfire9729
      @thewestfire9729 2 года назад

      @Charles Morse Do you actually give a shit?

    • @thewestfire9729
      @thewestfire9729 2 года назад

      @Charles Morse probably. God knows there’s only one right way to do things, none of it can be trial and error.

    • @heatherreadsreddit8579
      @heatherreadsreddit8579 2 года назад +2

      I prefer headlamps over flashlights.

  • @Joegoldberg86
    @Joegoldberg86 2 года назад +408

    This mans so humble, he’s living his best life and he deserves it, keep up the great work brother

    • @SanTVigil
      @SanTVigil 2 года назад +15

      lmao that rich minnesota suburban humble, nothing like it

    • @briancannon3987
      @briancannon3987 2 года назад +7

      how do you know comments like these are so misguided you don't even know this dude

    • @JudicialBrat
      @JudicialBrat 2 года назад +6

      I cant fathom how deluded people easily get by consuming content.

    • @brandonrobinson1603
      @brandonrobinson1603 2 года назад +2

      Looks like his worst life to me

    • @user-jp3fu3uc9u
      @user-jp3fu3uc9u 2 года назад

      @@brandonrobinson1603 ahahahahaaahaahhaahhaah 😂😂😂

  • @editingreality4779
    @editingreality4779 Год назад +10

    So happy I found your channel. I live in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Used to live right on Lake Superior, near Ironwood and kayaked everyday in summer and fall. Now I live on Lake Michigan in an amazing apartment but still miss nature being all around me.

  • @dianf2p552
    @dianf2p552 2 года назад +3

    3:54 wow never seen ambulance that model, they usually only red and white 😳😳

  • @RavenEvers
    @RavenEvers 2 года назад +334

    Use magnet stripping around the canvas so it stays protected from bugs and weather compared to Velcro which fails after time

    • @susanpendell4215
      @susanpendell4215 2 года назад +9

      I use velcro for things, but your idea might work too.

    • @jamie5haw204
      @jamie5haw204 2 года назад +4

      @@susanpendell4215 I was gonna say velcro as well :)

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 2 года назад +2

      Here is the Original Semitic Text. HERE is Our TRUE Savior
      YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
      From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
      "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
      Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
      Yad - "Behold The Hand"
      He - "Behold the Breath"
      Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

    • @johanbruijnooge6818
      @johanbruijnooge6818 2 года назад +1

      @@Praise___YaH What a great scribe you would be among the pharisees.

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 2 года назад

      @@johanbruijnooge6818
      Moshe (Moses) was born in Egypt, raised by the Egyptian Pharaohs daughter and Egyptian Semitic was his language, not Hebrew and what I shared, is exactly what Moshe (Moses) wrote
      HalleluYAH translates “Praise ye YaH”, you really should read what I shared

  • @tombulger
    @tombulger 2 года назад +446

    I would fully recommend that you pick up yourself a Thermo Cell apparatus. "Camping with Steve" recommends this highly for repelling insects when he is out stealth camping. Covers a large area as well. Just the thought of trying to sleep with all those blood sucking mosquitoes makes me itch to no end. Pretty sweet Bug Camper for sure.

    • @JerkinJoshXD
      @JerkinJoshXD 2 года назад +4

      Idk if those are made for indoor use. I think he says it to use in a well ventilated area

    • @crystalneel748
      @crystalneel748 2 года назад +22

      The mosquitos in our south Louisiana swamps laughed hysterically at my thermacell attempt.😈🦟🦟🦟🦟🤨

    • @AbnormallyDisfigured
      @AbnormallyDisfigured 2 года назад +21

      @@JerkinJoshXD glad to see fellow mav enthusiasts enjoying Camping with Steve's content. We should see a duo camp from them soon!!!!!!!

    • @pxcampbell4073
      @pxcampbell4073 2 года назад +1

      The Thermo Cell rocks - and you may have enough ventilation with the unsealed edges to prevent fumigating yourself

    • @matthewn99
      @matthewn99 2 года назад +2

      these are nice but i’m pretty sure the fumes are toxic, they tell you not to use it anywhere near where your food would be

  • @elsplace896
    @elsplace896 Год назад +8

    Always enjoy his excursions. Camping in bad weather is a challenge but kind of fun.

  • @annemariedibbern5368
    @annemariedibbern5368 Год назад +2

    Quick Fix until you can get a better fix get Velcro and put it in between the snaps so that you can seal it

  • @stephaniebrewer3844
    @stephaniebrewer3844 2 года назад +394

    Lol. “Bug Camper” then complains of all the bugs………nothings gonna compare to the truck Mav. Keep on Bugging….thanks for the content, man.

    • @babymammoth6254
      @babymammoth6254 2 года назад +8

      My mum and I stayed in a motel while on holiday
      There was an ant infestation in the rooms
      The son of the motel owner, that lived there, had a car with the personalised number plate ANTS 🤷🏻‍♀️😆

    • @stephaniebrewer3844
      @stephaniebrewer3844 2 года назад +3

      @@babymammoth6254 Ha!! Dam good thing the license plate didn’t say Bates.

  • @razz4taz
    @razz4taz 2 года назад +125

    This is pretty neat. I can't believe that bug can hold the weight of that camper topper. Love it!

    • @chuckrogers5077
      @chuckrogers5077 2 года назад +7

      It must drive like crap...

    • @aidan5320
      @aidan5320 2 года назад +1

      Rear needs stiffer springs

    • @gp7405
      @gp7405 2 года назад

      @@chuckrogers5077 hater

    • @chuckrogers5077
      @chuckrogers5077 2 года назад

      @@gp7405 yeah - i tend to hate people that waste my time..

    • @gp7405
      @gp7405 2 года назад

      @@chuckrogers5077 chill out. Good vibes only

  • @allthingsnu4673
    @allthingsnu4673 Год назад +1

    I laughed when I saw how Mav chopped his onion because I chopped one a few hours ago the exact same way. 😊

  • @tinahughes2552
    @tinahughes2552 Год назад +4

    So you did a really great job for your first time and for how young you are. Like I said earlier it’s a learning experience and come next year maybe in a few months you’ll be an expert trust me. But for lighting I said it earlier you can either get out of the smallest generator you don’t need nothing big or you some candles It’s always good to have candles you never know. If you just have a porta potty you can get one on Amazon a real small one they could sit on and put inside your camper and clean it out and all that stuff there’s a lot of things you can do search it out. But anyway good for you great job thumbs up. For your first time you did excellent but I gave you some tips hopefully you use it if you need anything else just let me know are used to go camping all the time in my first time I messed up to and I wouldn’t call it messed up I would call it not knowing because you didn’t know.

  • @rdeez5974
    @rdeez5974 2 года назад +620

    Definitely a “bug” camper haha. Looked miserable, one thing I can’t stand is mosquitoes because they love me!

    • @singhbhai
      @singhbhai 2 года назад

      😡

    • @princess-pinkieneko-slayer
      @princess-pinkieneko-slayer 2 года назад +3

      I see what you did there 😂

    • @redstateforever
      @redstateforever 2 года назад +6

      Me too! If you’re standing next to me, you have no worries about being bit, they will do battle to get past you and onto me. So weird, you’d think we’d all be equally yummy, but apparently not.

    • @seriouslyjoking2
      @seriouslyjoking2 2 года назад +6

      Are you type O blood? They love type 0.

    • @sharong8511
      @sharong8511 2 года назад +7

      @@seriouslyjoking2
      I think it’s something else rather than what type of blood we have. I’m not Type O and mosquitoes love to feast on my blood. I remember reading somewhere it might be lack of Vitamin B? All biting things seem to love me. Fleas, mosquitoes, bee stings, whatever it is I get extreme swelling and itching! Without antihistamines I scratch until I bleed and then the scabs get itchy and I scratch them too.

  • @ORC17
    @ORC17 2 года назад +105

    I like when he casually pulls an onion out of his pocket

    • @ThatMysticMoose
      @ThatMysticMoose 2 года назад +2

      I came to comment the same thing😂

    • @naten2462
      @naten2462 2 года назад

      Same thing I was thinking

    • @michaellemley5795
      @michaellemley5795 2 года назад

      😄😄😄

    • @xD3adxXx
      @xD3adxXx 2 года назад +2

      Can't go anywhere without atleast one pocket onion.

  • @herbladydr
    @herbladydr 2 года назад +6

    Looks like an adventure for sure. Go for it! Lots of world to see out there. The Bug Camper earned its name that first time out🦟😊

  • @janettawallace3722
    @janettawallace3722 2 года назад +13

    Never would believe a VW car with a camper on top. This is amazing to see. It looks neat and small. Set up equipment working. At least he is inside.

  • @MercyfulFate1000
    @MercyfulFate1000 2 года назад +80

    That was definitely an unacceptable amount of mosquitoes. Still a pretty cool camper!

  • @TerriLynch
    @TerriLynch Год назад +1

    My first time here on your channel. That car is adorable. OMG and that cutting board kit is so cute lol.

  • @FindingPeace65
    @FindingPeace65 2 года назад +7

    Love the build! Can't wait to see more!

  • @fonkapollo
    @fonkapollo 2 года назад +86

    Leave the car in 1st gear when you turn it off and apply the parking brake; if the brake fails the car won’t roll. This has been a public service announcement for those that just learned to drive a manual. 😉
    Also, add Velcro around the bottom of the canvas.
    Now you’re ready to car camp in that bug.

    • @lawls12
      @lawls12 2 года назад +3

      Yeah exactly 1st is the hardest to move. In my experience honestly any gear is better than neutral were you're at the mercy of the brakes.

    • @lkillercaml9945
      @lkillercaml9945 2 года назад +1

      Or just leave it in neutral like ive been doing for 5 years no problem 😉

    • @SupperUpper
      @SupperUpper 2 года назад +1

      Should have read your comment before posting mine reg 1st gear 😁

    • @fonkapollo
      @fonkapollo 2 года назад

      @@lkillercaml9945 yeah, for sure. I have a fire extinguisher in my house in case there’s a fire, which there hasn’t been the 5 years I’ve lived here, but I do it anyway because it’s the smart thing to do and a solid backup in case things go wrong…but you can do you and I’ll do me.

    • @nonyabizz3533
      @nonyabizz3533 2 года назад

      @@lkillercaml9945 I only put it in 1st and not E break. E breaks can get stuck

  • @lapzy6587
    @lapzy6587 2 года назад +115

    The day gets 10 times better when getting a notification from RUclips that mav uploaded a new vid

    • @billymac7994
      @billymac7994 2 года назад +1

      Especially in this rig 🤣🤣🤣👍✌️🇺🇸

    • @esad5754
      @esad5754 2 года назад +4

      Stop smiping dude it’s really sad

    • @jelumart2111
      @jelumart2111 2 года назад

      @@esad5754 its not simping, bumass

  • @thebestisyettocome4114
    @thebestisyettocome4114 5 месяцев назад +1

    Truly a social media Megastar.

  • @lindaberg9960
    @lindaberg9960 2 года назад +6

    Hi Mav...just found your site tonight!! I loved it!! Already hit Subscribe.....now to find more of your videos. Great job young man!!! Stay safe & be Blessed❤ I love where you took us to see sunrise, rocky coastline, and all that water....first thing in the morning ❤. Thank you Mav😊

  • @VW_Westfalia
    @VW_Westfalia 2 года назад +160

    If you’re open to a suggestion from a vw camper person. You can get rv rated mesh screen (we call it “no see’em” screen) and add a Velcro border then attach that to the surround. Then you can leave the bottom of your tent loose or even roll it up to expose the outside.
    And going the other way you can insulate things using foil bubble wrap (sell it at Home Depot) using the same Velcro method some the camper side Velcro is the same for body things.
    If you camp in the winter adding a diesel or propane heater is really easy (eberspacher or propex).
    Great ingenuity and I love seeing what a person can put together from their own vision!

  • @seanmarcell
    @seanmarcell 2 года назад +162

    Props to Mav for “keep on truckin” as he says with all those mosquitoes , i would have had to dip 💕

    • @rocktop2556
      @rocktop2556 2 года назад +12

      because of those mosquitoes this time and in a VW bug it's "keep on buggin" lol in that pause I hoped he says buggin hahaha glad he did. 15:26

    • @MattTZew
      @MattTZew 2 года назад +5

      Yep I'm out!

  • @roxc.507
    @roxc.507 2 года назад +8

    Aww, I was looking forward to more videos of you camping with this setup. I wanted to see what your solutions were. I love the idea of the pop-up converting such a small car! 👍
    ...[edit] I did come across some other videos in the beetle, but I didn't see them when I went to your page. Maybe I didn't scroll far enough.

  • @68626862ful
    @68626862ful 2 года назад +1

    great attitude about the bugs. you sure made this look fun and now it makes me wanna go camping lol thanks brotha and keep up the good work.

  • @adaumisasmr6620
    @adaumisasmr6620 2 года назад +135

    props to you for not losing your cool with all the mosquitoes, I would have let out a *Reeeeeee* lol

    • @KiteAndKeyProductions
      @KiteAndKeyProductions 2 года назад +5

      Been losing my mind because of mosquitoes here in Arkansas. Literally can't even skate in my driveway for 10 mins before I'm covered.

    • @michaellemley5795
      @michaellemley5795 2 года назад +1

      Oh God, I know! Same!

  • @kdensadrummer
    @kdensadrummer 2 года назад +86

    Velcro along the whole canvas lining may help. Sewed on. In addition to the clips for added durability. Also, how do you like the jackery power bank?

  • @mommakscafe
    @mommakscafe Год назад

    Such an amazing journey you are on! Can't wait to see more content. VW Camper excellence!

  • @Dep5723
    @Dep5723 Год назад +2

    Of all the camping setups I've watched and it's time to prepare a meal, everyone cooks onions.
    Hope you enjoyed your time in the new camper. Don't forget the bug spray next time

  • @albertaadventures7750
    @albertaadventures7750 2 года назад +52

    Lol the “bug camper” and it literally had bugs. Love it. That thing is cool

  • @vincentingroia1376
    @vincentingroia1376 2 года назад +94

    Crazy he’s about to hit a million already…

    • @noahwilson8549
      @noahwilson8549 2 года назад +8

      Best journey I’ve followed on youtube

    • @ExploringJ
      @ExploringJ 2 года назад +4

      Already? Dudes been at this forever

    • @vincentingroia1376
      @vincentingroia1376 2 года назад +6

      @@ExploringJ I started watching him less than 6 months ago and he had like 200k

    • @christophe8196
      @christophe8196 2 года назад

      @@vincentingroia1376 he thought that you meant mav hasnt been making videos very long

    • @michaellemley5795
      @michaellemley5795 2 года назад +2

      I know. Doesn't seem like long ago he was just at 200k

  • @TheRitawarner
    @TheRitawarner Год назад +1

    Wow, I had those same happy camper sheets for so long during my childhood. I haven’t used them in years and actually finally got rid of them the other day 😂 crazy

  • @nellyrivera7848
    @nellyrivera7848 17 дней назад

    That's it you learn to see what you need , next time then next , because there is always space for improvement. Enjoy as you grow into it.

  • @scottmcmichael1386
    @scottmcmichael1386 2 года назад +210

    Dang dude that’s awesome, even with all the friggin bugs and rain your whole attitude was awesome! An adventure for sure! 👍

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 2 года назад +2

      Here is the Original Semitic Text. HERE is The Savior
      YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
      From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
      "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
      Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
      Yad - "Behold The Hand"
      He - "Behold the Breath"
      Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

    • @manuelester7420
      @manuelester7420 2 года назад +1

      @@Praise___YaH Wrong on so many levels.
      I don't even want to explain, because you don't want to be corrected.
      By your own words, I detected that you don't believe anything in the new testament.
      And if so, you cannot be saved, because you think salvation is through self righteous law keeping. Which BTW cannot be done. It's impossible to keep the whole law, because if you ever broken just one commandment, you are guilty of breaking them all. Therefore you can never be justified.
      Because salvation is by grace through faith. Nobody can be justified by keeping the law of Moses. Good luck trying to keep 613 commandments perfectly.
      I'll take grace any day.
      Hebrews1:8 God calls Jesus God.
      God calls Jesus his son.
      God never called any angel his son, at any time.
      Also John 5:37 says:
      37And the Father himself, which hath sent me, hath borne witness of me. Ye have neither heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape. 38And ye have not his word abiding in you: for whom he hath sent, him ye believe not.
      That means that the voice at the burning bush was Jesus, not His Father.
      Also remember that God told Adam and Satan and Eve, about the "Seed" that would come and be enmity between Satan's seed and woman's seed.
      That seed is Jesus.
      Jesus is not His Father, but old Testament says they will call the Messiah, Wonderful, Councilor, Everlasting Father, etc.
      Jesus is the firstborn of every creature.
      Firstborn from the dead, because he's the first to be resurrected and still living since and is living evermore.
      Therefore we can call him Father, because he is the first fruit of everyone to be resurrected. Just like Abraham is called our father, because he was first to believe God and the promise was made to him, through Isaac, not Ishmael.
      Anyone with faith like Abraham, is seed of Abraham, regardless of bloodline differences.
      Circumcision is that of the heart, through faith in Christ Jesus, not through cutting off of the flesh.
      Nobody can boast about being righteous because nobody is righteous through lawkeeping.
      Righteousness is given to people, who believe in Jesus as the Messiah and son of God. He died for us on the cross.
      Read John 3:16

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 2 года назад

      @@thephony1651
      “religion”? What “religion” was Adam? What “church” did Adam attend?
      YaH The Heavenly Father and His Truth of Salvation has NOTHING to do with “religion” and you really need to READ What I Shared

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 2 года назад

      @@thephony1651
      I believe in YaH The Heavenly Father, Who Created the Earth you walk on, the water you drink and the air you breathe and NONE BUT YaH The Heavenly Father.

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 2 года назад

      @@thephony1651
      YaH

  • @JustinMarloo
    @JustinMarloo 2 года назад +1001

    This Channel inspires me

    • @Serko28462
      @Serko28462 2 года назад +5

      Same

    • @BBV19583
      @BBV19583 2 года назад +8

      Its not all its cracked up to be y'all !!!

    • @ccl3361
      @ccl3361 2 года назад +13

      ....to be homeless!

    • @samuraiboi2735
      @samuraiboi2735 2 года назад +3

      Im probably the newest dude here since its my first time seeing his vid

    • @kimsil4855
      @kimsil4855 2 года назад

      Me too :)

  • @jennybison809
    @jennybison809 2 года назад +8

    That’s sooo awesome ... definitely inspiring ❤️ I think it simplifies the idea of modifying camper vehicles and for me makes this idea more do able and attainable.. thanks for sharing I hope you have many awesome adventures in it 😊

  • @janjones4772
    @janjones4772 9 дней назад

    This is so cute, gotta tell my son about it. He is a VW camper, only his the van , he has it fixed so nice got a shower. Stove, sink a canapé, yours looked so nice inside, love that you could stand up in it, and cook inside, love your stove. It’s really and one you do a little fixin on it will be perfect. Good luck with all. You did real good.♥️♥️👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @naqsh7748
    @naqsh7748 2 года назад +115

    Really loved the bug camping man, Don’t judge it already coz of all the mosquitoes and bugs. Next time try with misquote repellent and some lights, you’ll be more comfortable than your truck, There’s a lot of space inside the Bug.

    • @Cutlass_Rudd
      @Cutlass_Rudd 2 года назад +16

      I would have run duct tape along the bottom seam to keep the bugs out, its torture trying to sleep with mosquitos flying around your head and landing on you

    • @dragonking2719
      @dragonking2719 2 года назад

      @@Cutlass_Rudd I was gonna say the same thing and he should get a bug catcher vacum thing

    • @travisfeltwater5664
      @travisfeltwater5664 2 года назад

      Lol that bug would fit in a bed of a pickup

    • @pandachickenmama
      @pandachickenmama 2 года назад +2

      Check out a Thermocell type bug repellent!

    • @rexlecanoy1998
      @rexlecanoy1998 2 года назад

      I agree to this, very well said!

  • @RayMak
    @RayMak 2 года назад +1382

    This looks so extremely cozy

  • @SofhiaFlores
    @SofhiaFlores 2 года назад +2

    This set up is cute and it has a lot of potential😍

  • @dinkvjr
    @dinkvjr Год назад

    Love this, i think its great and would be perfect for camping, so much better & SAFER than a tent!

  • @retailtuesday3517
    @retailtuesday3517 2 года назад +24

    Man the bugs were bugging me out just watching...I couldn't imagine...ur a champ!

  • @anitaspringintveld8819
    @anitaspringintveld8819 2 года назад +82

    Just love how he pulls an onion out of his pocket. So relatable. Living in my van the amount of times I have weird stuff stashed in my pockets for later to sort out lol

  • @carlmarie4245
    @carlmarie4245 Год назад +1

    Velcro!! That’s what my pop up has, just buy a roll and cut it to the size between the clasps! Helps with bugs 😊

  • @SuzNbhollenberry
    @SuzNbhollenberry Год назад +1

    I prefer outdoor camping but you are adorable and I love the set up

  • @americannobody27
    @americannobody27 2 года назад +10

    I would've wanted to test it in the rain! Nothing better than falling asleep to the sound of rain! BTW, a small citronella candle would work wonders in that. Just light it up as soon as possible so they won't want to come in when the door is open. You should also spray the outside of your camper with bug spray.

  • @keyvng1
    @keyvng1 2 года назад +105

    It’s so amazing how Mav went from this little kid filming fishing videos from the shore of lakes and ponds to who he is today. I’m only a few years older but I feel so fucking proud of Mav and his accomplishments! Amazing videos as always my dude! Keepem coming! 1 million subscribers soon!

    • @pinut187
      @pinut187 2 года назад +2

      Being proud of someone’s achievements of which you didn’t contribute anything to, weird...

    • @christianhaynes2145
      @christianhaynes2145 2 года назад +10

      @@pinut187 you don't have to contribute to be proud

    • @d_nny
      @d_nny 2 года назад +4

      @@pinut187 The only thing weird on this comment thread is your comment.

    • @mrnixue1104
      @mrnixue1104 2 года назад +4

      @@pinut187 And you're actually just flat out wrong here. Watching and interacting with his videos is literally how his channel grew. So yes, OP DID contribute to the growth of this channel. :D

    • @keyvng1
      @keyvng1 2 года назад +2

      @@pinut187 where does your logic come from???? Anyways, this is about Mav. Get out of here with your negativity.

  • @drumstick74
    @drumstick74 Год назад +1

    It is very nice that you can stand upright in there, and it is compact when you're travelling.
    The mosquitoes navigate by your c02 being exhaled, so there is no way of escaping them except if you seal up the van.

  • @amyschmidt1113
    @amyschmidt1113 Год назад +1

    Great job! You kept your attitude upbeat too, despite mosquitos. Really looks like it could be a snug camper.😉💖

  • @michpratt1
    @michpratt1 2 года назад +41

    I see some folks recommend putting netting between the clasps but I would line the interior with the netting. You could get 3 good size nettings and do each wall and attach all inside permanently. It will move easy when you raise and lower the camper. I LOVE it btw ♥️So perfect!

  • @luckyr2890
    @luckyr2890 2 года назад +8

    I love your little bug. Looks cozy to sleep in

  • @profetarmageddon
    @profetarmageddon Год назад

    I respect what your doing.

  • @jacquelineg3987
    @jacquelineg3987 Год назад +2

    Thoroughly enjoyed the adventure with you, even though this was a year ago!! 😂

  • @texasfatgum6579
    @texasfatgum6579 2 года назад +75

    I’d recommend using an outdoor velcro system so that it can snugly fit around the connectors you already have, that would also probably help with the bug issue.

    • @sherry_and_karen8342
      @sherry_and_karen8342 2 года назад +2

      My thoughts exactly!

    • @nameless-og
      @nameless-og 2 года назад +1

      This is great esspecially if its a solid strip on each side!

    • @mikerennie2024
      @mikerennie2024 2 года назад +1

      @Gggg Rick I would recommend not watching camping videos, lol smh

  • @eommablink6478
    @eommablink6478 2 года назад +19

    Young man, you are awesomely brave. May God Almighty truly continue to give you wisdom, protection and blessings ! 🙏😊

  • @chitayoutuberoficialspirit3202
    @chitayoutuberoficialspirit3202 2 года назад +1

    wow beautiful car it is a house on four wheels I loved it what you turned a car eat into a car that has a house!! I'm new here so your video was the best!❤

  • @AngelasTravelAdventures
    @AngelasTravelAdventures 2 года назад

    So cool! I travel for work, healthcare, and my first car was a VW bug but I sold it to my brother for my neice because it wasn't big enough or practical for my job. I wish I'd seen this, so cool!

  • @van-gabondramblinrose6398
    @van-gabondramblinrose6398 2 года назад +109

    One other piece of advice for the future. When you do seal the canvas to the body, leave the door open when you dro the roof or raise it, as it prevents pressure or suction making it easier to drop or raise the roof. Personally I would rivet the canvas to the frame and seal it with a good flexible sealant.

    • @JesseHughesFartStain69
      @JesseHughesFartStain69 Год назад +2

      Yes, rivet it, and then use a good rubber type sealant. There is a really good red colored sealant that they use in aircraft but I can’t remember the name of it, but I think it’d be perfect for this scenario.