Winter Survival - Alone In The Wilderness - Living The Van Life

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024

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  • @OGJaquarPrincess
    @OGJaquarPrincess 4 года назад +1025

    I’m a melanated disabled mother/grandmother in a wheelchair and I’m living through you. Thank you for the beautiful videos.

  • @MidnightVentures
    @MidnightVentures 4 года назад +1569

    Your footage and angles are straight up professional. You would think this channel was produced by the Discovery Channel. Everything about it.

    • @JohnVHRC
      @JohnVHRC 4 года назад +39

      He is a professional

    • @trustme5573
      @trustme5573 4 года назад +27

      He has one mean drone love from uk 😜

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +143

      Thank you so much for a very kind comment such as this. I appreciate you being part of the channel!

    • @lbridge6112
      @lbridge6112 4 года назад +32

      I absolutely agree!! The intro was like watching a scene from Planet Earth. I was waiting for David Attenborough to start talking about snow birds lol

    • @anthonyrstrawbridge
      @anthonyrstrawbridge 4 года назад +7

      I had to sit in my passenger seat and imagine it

  • @sin4ing89
    @sin4ing89 4 года назад +69

    can we just appreciate how he place the camera then drives then he would come back to get it. he just showed to us how he want to make the video for us entertaining. that's straight up professional

    • @awesomecitizen8460
      @awesomecitizen8460 3 года назад +6

      It really does add a touch of class to your videos makes it more entertaining to watch Chad you're the man I mean snowman in your snowvan

  • @twosongs7396
    @twosongs7396 2 года назад +13

    Like the person who posted before me, though I never had children, I’m a 60 years-old disabled woman and I’m living through your videos. Thank you so much for these.

    • @markengle2199
      @markengle2199 24 дня назад

      Recovering from some bad injuries and can’t go anywhere and I feel the same way

  • @burntchickennugget191
    @burntchickennugget191 4 года назад +227

    30:00 He just cleared a path initially for himself but didnt realize he cleared the way for a follower. Thats cool.

  • @Dnaesq
    @Dnaesq 4 года назад +407

    You’re gonna have half a million subs before u know it man. This is one of my all time favorite channels!

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +33

      Thank you for the support! Couldn't have done it with out you all!

    • @dalidydutchgirl634
      @dalidydutchgirl634 4 года назад +5

      For sure favorite 👍

    • @georgefenrich4119
      @georgefenrich4119 4 года назад +7

      @@LivingTheVanLife 250K ANY DAY NOW!

    • @ericsonnen5248
      @ericsonnen5248 4 года назад +4

      I finally subscribed

    • @GOJOWrestling
      @GOJOWrestling 4 года назад +5

      This is better produced than most tv shows with crews and story boards

  • @theAussieG
    @theAussieG 4 года назад +337

    Bigfoot runs back hysterically to his family “I just saw Van Life, I just saw Van Life!”

  • @judasjah7390
    @judasjah7390 3 года назад +50

    Used to camp in winter as a boy scout. Now, I'm old, sick, and living the hell out of life watching your videos. Amazing production and skillsets! I love this stuff!

  • @KreepyPanda
    @KreepyPanda 4 года назад +176

    Nature: puts *ONE* tree to block chad
    Chad: nope just gonna *cut* it with my 60 dollar saw
    Nature: how about this? (Puts a *Dozen* of trees to block chad)
    Chad: nice try nature i have an *axe* with me. :D

    • @eXzooticks
      @eXzooticks 4 года назад +1

      Top

    • @burntchickennugget191
      @burntchickennugget191 4 года назад +2

      Those tress looked pretty fresh. He probably could have used one for fire wood. It would work decently. I think.

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 4 года назад

      Burnt Chicken Nugget no not really. The trees were green and wouldn’t burn very well. I adventure in the same area and have encountered the same thing many times, they are almost always green.

  • @SisterShirley
    @SisterShirley 4 года назад +297

    New subscriber here from Michigan. I have been struggling as of late.
    Physically, mentally and spiritually.
    While watching this offering from you, it felt like a lightbulb went off in my head and I immediately felt compelled to push myself and finish my task at hand. Your words were simple and direct and I took them to heart. Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and sincerity. You are the real deal. Healthy days and happy trails to you Chad.

    • @SindyJ37
      @SindyJ37 4 года назад +17

      I wish you the best Christine...that scene busting thru the road was quite inspiring wasn't it?

    • @SisterShirley
      @SisterShirley 4 года назад +9

      @@SindyJ37 Yes it was. Still trying everyday to push myself.

    • @SindyJ37
      @SindyJ37 4 года назад +14

      @@SisterShirley and keep doing so!!! We will never meet but know that I was inspired by your words as well ♡

    • @DazFam
      @DazFam 4 года назад +7

      ❤❤❤❤

    • @rami-_-8714
      @rami-_-8714 4 года назад +10

      This man is on another level the satisfaction he gets from his life is probably unmatched by any billionaire

  • @reddawg8045
    @reddawg8045 4 года назад +178

    Thank you for your vids, my dad and I used to do this back when I was a teenager. Now I'm old and my dad is gone, it brings back memories. thank you, keep it up.

    • @jcjc7373
      @jcjc7373 4 года назад +10

      I hope if you have kids you do the same with them. Please carry on the tradition. My 13 old daughter can hunt fish make a fire in 3 mins with a ferrool rod and build a lead to with a knife and no rope or tools.
      Its critical to pass this on.

    • @rolandcsuka1829
      @rolandcsuka1829 4 года назад +1

      Memories...😢

    • @kamalabbady6778
      @kamalabbady6778 4 года назад +1

      God rest his soul

    • @SauterScoots
      @SauterScoots 4 года назад +1

      life has an expiry date, learn to enjoy it my friend rip

  • @rebeccah.2524
    @rebeccah.2524 2 года назад +1

    Keep praying and believing and smiling never give up ❤️👍🏼❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @jordansmith4289
    @jordansmith4289 4 года назад +152

    Chad, I haven't finished watching yet but I must comment!!! Uhhh, greatest speech ever for coping skills and a recipe for living ones best life!!!! I am a nurse at a State Hospital in Idaho and am going to use this video to help inspire life skills for adjusting to stressful situations and overcoming difficult situations. (With your permission of course ;)) I am only 18 minutes in and am blown away!!!! Thanks does not do this awesome creation you just gave the world justice, but THANKS!!!!!!! I feel a bro hug is appropriate here!!! Seriously greatest video ever!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +50

      Jordan, my friend. First off, thank you for your input on all the videos. I always appreciate your comments. And also, Thank you so much for the kind words about the film. It is experiences such as in this video that inspire me and get me even in the frame of mind to think this way. So thank you. I am glad that it has an impact on others. And finally and most importantly... OF COURSE you have my permission and all my support for you to share with anyone and everyone you would like in helping others learn coping skills. I would be very honored to be a part of that. Thanks again for being part of the channel!

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 4 года назад +1

      Living The Van Life well said.

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 4 года назад

      Check out Primal outdoors channel as well as Coyote works channel. Those two plus this channel and you will be in good company.
      What part of Idaho are you in?
      Cheers mate and happy trails

    • @jordansmith4289
      @jordansmith4289 4 года назад +1

      @@prepperjonpnw6482 I'm in south eastern Idaho, Shelley to be exact. Lots to explore around here. Thanks for the recommendations, I'll check those channels out!

  • @jackpot3928
    @jackpot3928 4 года назад +205

    Im a 14 year old boy and none of these sport car's luxury life's are what i want . But you... you are living my dream life getting out on adventures with your own house always with you its just beautiful this is the life i want... Beautiful!....

    • @johnnylamuelo2102
      @johnnylamuelo2102 4 года назад +7

      Hey that's a great aspiration, don't give up and pursue your dream. Who knows maybe you'll have your own channel.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +61

      Eljes, hearing you speak of these kinds of dreams and aspirations you have for your life at such a young age actually inspires ME! Good on you my friend. Good on you. Keep your eye on the goal. Keep the ball in front of you. You will get there. Just keep reminding yourself what it is you want and why you want it. It will happen. Very cool!

    • @darrinf.9701
      @darrinf.9701 4 года назад +5

      Go for it! You only live once. Life would never be boring.

    • @jackpot3928
      @jackpot3928 4 года назад +8

      By the age of 16 i'm planing on moving out, by the age of 18 i'm planning to make a new chapter on my life... Living in the van , making adventures literally living my dream , you inspire a lot on my life, you look so happy , i will be happy too if i achieve my dream ... Much love to everyone especially to you for inspiring me on my future :)

    • @andreasdahl2547
      @andreasdahl2547 4 года назад +4

      I actually have the same dream as you Eljes, im a 14 year old boy too, and my dream is just to get out in nature and live the van life.

  • @juanfigueroa-serville2465
    @juanfigueroa-serville2465 2 года назад +7

    What you did in clearing all that debris for you to get to the promised land was very honorable. You easily could have quit the journey and given up, but rather, you took on the challenge and you didn’t leave that mess for someone else to have the burden who was less capable than you. It’s a testament to your character.

  • @jessiegardiner7780
    @jessiegardiner7780 4 года назад +114

    I never comment on RUclips but damn man. I gotta give you props. That was some tough work clearing that road just to continue on with your adventure. You are inspiring me to find ways to get more adventure in my life. Keep rocking on dude! You've got a fan here!

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +8

      Youre the man Jesse. Thank you for the very VERY kind words. I really appreciate it. Thanks for watching!

    • @kenbaker4528
      @kenbaker4528 4 года назад +5

      Deserves a couple of beers after that work.

  • @HillTrekkerSarge
    @HillTrekkerSarge 4 года назад +182

    The forest service and any other campers that came down that road after you cleared it of those downed trees owes you a bottle of whiskey....

  • @moghala1638
    @moghala1638 4 года назад +82

    Your the best adventure vlogger
    On RUclips
    Lots of love and respect from the U.K.

  • @purepuresound4671
    @purepuresound4671 2 года назад +1

    I tell you what buddy. I watch this video every time I got a problem. You just show me how to fix every mess around . Thanks a lot!

  • @Taznor13
    @Taznor13 4 года назад +144

    The production value and the amount of work you put into this and the quality of content was amazing.. your best video yet... this was like a Netflix movie!!

    • @SupperUpper
      @SupperUpper 4 года назад +6

      Please enter name Double that reg production value! Can’t even imagine how much work getting all the footage must have been. Getting out the van, setting up the camera, drive by, stop, grabbing the camera, letting the drone fly, and so on.

    • @karenlewkowitz5858
      @karenlewkowitz5858 4 года назад +3

      Please enter name no foot prints - so Chad must be hiking through the woods to place the camera to get the virgin snow shots. Extra amazing dedication to the craft

    • @patriciafisher3108
      @patriciafisher3108 4 года назад +1

      Better than a Netflix movie

  • @superceosnow9103
    @superceosnow9103 4 года назад +128

    Sir, this video is some of the finest content I’ve watched in a very long time. Congratulations, you have made something amazing.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +5

      Cheers! Thanks for watching!

    • @superceosnow9103
      @superceosnow9103 4 года назад +3

      Living The Van Life No problem! Keep up the amazing work, can’t wait to watch it. I wish you good fortune on all of your future expeditions!

    • @omari70721
      @omari70721 4 года назад +1

      @@LivingTheVanLife Hey bro.. what kind/brand of wood burning camping stove was that in the video?

  • @Dirtnap300
    @Dirtnap300 4 года назад +69

    Wow, those HD drone shots of the snow covered trees are simply awe inspiring.. stunning beauty in nature. Thanks for bringing that to us.

    • @devilblueduke
      @devilblueduke 2 года назад

      Yes they are but who is taking them when he’s driving??

  • @toddamtmann3528
    @toddamtmann3528 2 года назад +2

    22:00- Banjo & acoustic. Beautiful sound. 🪕

  • @TwentytenS4B8
    @TwentytenS4B8 4 года назад +40

    That van life is calling my name. I love this guy's positive attitude.

  • @iameternity777
    @iameternity777 4 года назад +23

    I love taking these trips with you all from the comfort of laying in my bed.

  • @petslittleworld
    @petslittleworld 4 года назад +61

    "When you want to reach your goals, you need to cut through the obstacles chip by chip one chip at time" - Chad... Those are some wise words man. I have been watching your videos since last few weeks, liked every one of them. This video though was the best of them. Didn't even realise it was 51.27 mins long, thank you for bringing all the wilderness out to us. And as you say..'keep on trucking'.👍👍👌👌🙏🙏

  • @annberlin5811
    @annberlin5811 3 года назад +1

    What a pretty sight. That van is a beast.

  • @Tdizzle2010
    @Tdizzle2010 4 года назад +275

    Think about how many times he had to keep stopping set up the cam off the road drive off then reverse and pick it back up...keep up the awesome vids

    • @angry_engineer
      @angry_engineer 4 года назад +4

      maybe he is dronning?

    • @orsonboggs7753
      @orsonboggs7753 4 года назад +14

      I was thinking about that too...lot of work but he sure knows how to make a damn good video...and a awesome pot of grub

    • @josediaz6246
      @josediaz6246 4 года назад +2

      He has to be using a drone or something cause if you look at the snow in 18:55 there's no tire tracks I'm always wondering how he dose it every time I watch one of his videos

    • @soppa24
      @soppa24 4 года назад +1

      yeah maybe he has a drone floating there, and he just stopped and flew it to the van

    • @its2168
      @its2168 4 года назад

      @@angry_engineer no its not a drone!!

  • @MohammedAli-qh4kh
    @MohammedAli-qh4kh 4 года назад +71

    Making everybody on RUclips look bad with content this good

    • @Mcfluffymittens
      @Mcfluffymittens 4 года назад

      Wait you must not seen omarghoshtv? That's really good but chad makes great content as well 👍

    • @chanceharrington3338
      @chanceharrington3338 3 года назад

      I guess you don't watch much of RUclips

  • @froggergoat
    @froggergoat 4 года назад +69

    This is really the most original content I’ve seen on RUclips in a long time. I can’t wait to do this for myself. Until then I’ll have to live vicariously through you.

  • @lisamarieee83
    @lisamarieee83 4 года назад +49

    I have to admit, I’m often scrolling through my phone while watching pretty much anything these days because my mind is so busy, but I rode this gorgeous video out with you from beginning to end without a blink. Thank you for sharing this awesome journey. You inspire my wild heart in a mega way. Subscribed 100%.

  • @kianodonoghue1075
    @kianodonoghue1075 4 года назад +25

    I don’t know why this popped up in my recommended videos but I’m so glad it did! The video is so well made, my eyes never left the screen, thank you Chad!

  • @franciscosalazarjr.8406
    @franciscosalazarjr.8406 4 года назад +10

    Bro, you are the man... And this is the reason we watch. Thank you for taking us with you and not giving up . It was a winter wonderland....

  • @mindyvaughn8217
    @mindyvaughn8217 4 года назад +20

    I hope those guys that are hammock camping appreciate you clearing those trees out of the road. Another Great Video.💖

  • @ChrisHondaProductions
    @ChrisHondaProductions 2 года назад +1

    You are no joke man true survivalist!!! Awesome video!!!

  • @rjac3833
    @rjac3833 4 года назад +36

    The editing is sick on this man props to you!

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +3

      That is a very very huge thank you to my fellow filmmaker and very good friend, Andrew Lahmann for sitting with me and helping me make edit decisions to help bring you guys the tightest content in this video!

  • @dannygrift2264
    @dannygrift2264 4 года назад +81

    This is the most satisfying video I’ve seen in a long time, and that’s an understatement. Thanks for sharing brother!

  • @lulty3209
    @lulty3209 4 года назад +49

    I would’ve cried when I got to the second tree falling 😭😭😭

  • @rebeccah.2524
    @rebeccah.2524 2 года назад +1

    Thank you!!! You’re so awesome 👏 ❤️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Fireballsocal
    @Fireballsocal 4 года назад +17

    The shots of the van plowing through the snow are awesome! I love what you're doing Chad. Keep adventuring.

  • @saftfan
    @saftfan 4 года назад +65

    This is high quality entertainment! Don't be afraid of making more of these long videos, loved every minute of it!
    Greetings from Sweden! 🙏❤️

    • @manishduklan
      @manishduklan 4 года назад +1

      You r right m in agreement with you.

    • @HughMadBro
      @HughMadBro 4 года назад +1

      I’m living for it also!

  • @billseiler4952
    @billseiler4952 4 года назад +200

    Next on living the van life....a trip to Home Depot to buy a chainsaw

    • @bfe671
      @bfe671 4 года назад +19

      Bill Seiler I was just thinking that he could carry one of those lithium battery powered saws, they’re not that big and he wouldn’t have to carry gas/oil. Plus they’re much better than they were 5-10 years ago!

    • @misssunshine7408
      @misssunshine7408 4 года назад

      Lol

    • @TeamTange2016
      @TeamTange2016 4 года назад +5

      @@bfe671 Makita 36v is outstanding.

    • @Sweaty-Guy_Orlando
      @Sweaty-Guy_Orlando 4 года назад +3

      Chainsaw for the road blocks?

    • @pnwadventurer9674
      @pnwadventurer9674 4 года назад

      Yea but that workout tho

  • @WhenImHereandURThere
    @WhenImHereandURThere 2 года назад +1

    I love you analogy for chipping away at the core. Most of us aren’t as fortunate enough to understand or have something that’s core to us - most are still looking for thier core. But instead of chopping and chipping focusing energy on the core- like I watched your axe strike- you have so much energy so much strength and force but if you let the flow take over let gravity do the work towards the end of your strike leg momentum take control and free yourself the moment before you hit the core it’s like.. ultimately like freedom without control or direction. Life can be one hell of a trip once you truly let go.
    Just wanted to give back to you what i got in from this. As always pay it forward keep it real and share care dare to go any where. Happy trippin.
    Truly
    Marshall, AsIs

  • @MrShiffles
    @MrShiffles 4 года назад +47

    I'm revisiting this again during some trying times and cant thank you enough Chad for all your inspirational words and demonstrating raw perseverance and self discovery in your videos...everything you say makes sense and I've learned for many years that pushing yourself makes you stronger! Cheers, brother 🍻

  • @homeiswhereyouparkit1111
    @homeiswhereyouparkit1111 4 года назад +126

    Man, your shots in your intros are incredible!

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +5

      Thank you!

    • @robvanthoog1682
      @robvanthoog1682 4 года назад +4

      @@LivingTheVanLife i like the drone shots!!

    • @convoyover-landing2360
      @convoyover-landing2360 4 года назад

      Finito lol

    • @USARoadtrip364
      @USARoadtrip364 4 года назад +1

      I think so..same thought...enjoyed it..

    • @prepperjonpnw6482
      @prepperjonpnw6482 4 года назад

      Pat C you program the drone to follow at a certain height and speed. Watch Primal outdoors he does the same thing oh and Coyote works as well.

  • @amirabbaslotfi1191
    @amirabbaslotfi1191 4 года назад +3

    Somebody said, we see these vids because it gives us the chance to observe and experience places that we never had the chance to visit and feel how brave we are. Thanks bro. You are an excellent true guy.

  • @gregoryherendon7050
    @gregoryherendon7050 3 года назад +1

    Great video, and where there's a Will, there's a Way!!

  • @TaleRavenTarot
    @TaleRavenTarot 4 года назад +47

    I'm impressed that you bothered to clear the road! And doing a good deed for anyone else who needs to use the road. Good on ya! Glad I found your channel. Very inspiring.

  • @timothybelcher6073
    @timothybelcher6073 3 года назад +36

    I've watched this video along with other Living the Van Life videos over the past few months. I have to say in this video especially, there are great life lessons. Good job Chad.

  • @broknsword23
    @broknsword23 4 года назад +78

    Greeting from southern Germany. I'm sitting out and looking over the panorama of the Swiss alps in front of me. Our '82 Vanagon is sitting cozy in the garage... Damn I need a diesel heater and some chains to explore the snowy heights of the alps!
    I'm sharing all your videos with my T3 buddies!
    Keep up the amazing and inspiring work!
    Unreal what you're doing!

    • @audilein1982
      @audilein1982 4 года назад +1

      Yeah another one from Germany. Best wishes from the north to the south!

    • @totallyperfectworld
      @totallyperfectworld 4 года назад +1

      From her,any her too...and my 19 year old T4 is parked for the winter. Can’t wait to hit the road again. Wish we had more wilderness around Berlin where you can just go out and stay over night...

    • @audilein1982
      @audilein1982 4 года назад +1

      @@totallyperfectworld around Berlin is more wilderness then we have in Schleswig Holstein. We have 11% forest..... I can see from one end to the other in most of our "wilderness". 100 years ago, a squirrel can jump from Hamburg to Denmark without touching ground..... These days.... The squirrel dies by crossing the street....

    • @totallyperfectworld
      @totallyperfectworld 4 года назад

      @audi lein Hahaha...you might be right. But most areas are privately owned and I don’t know of any place where you could just stay over night. You still have the coast...the ocean is different to the woods, but also pretty awesome...

    • @audilein1982
      @audilein1982 4 года назад

      @@totallyperfectworld so auch deutsch ist einfacher für mich. Klar die Küsten sind natürlich drr Hammer. Fahre aber lieber nach Dänemark. Da ist man deutlich weniger eingeschränkt hier bei uns in SH darfst du auch mal går nichts.... Und dafür zahlst du auch noch fürstlich. Pro Person und Auto. Dazu Kurtaxe bist schnell mal 20€ los mit der Familie nur das du sm strand bist. Nene da lieber Dänemark

  • @tuesdaycastillo2823
    @tuesdaycastillo2823 3 года назад +1

    And ending the day with a very good meal.

  • @nicholasquigley3421
    @nicholasquigley3421 4 года назад +16

    This is the most BOSS video I’ve seen in a long time! Clearing pretty much a down forest to press forward and relating the whole experience to life 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @mustafaburakkeskin8355
    @mustafaburakkeskin8355 4 года назад +77

    Felt like in the movie "interstellar" Dr.Mann's planet

  • @trasyd76
    @trasyd76 4 года назад +30

    My go to videos when I’m in bed, relaxing and cosy! Keep up the great videos. 👍🏼

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +4

      Perfect!

    • @suziq7875
      @suziq7875 4 года назад +6

      I'm doing the same cozy in bed watching him cut down trees lol perfect Friday night

    • @gracecallowayable
      @gracecallowayable 4 года назад +2

      Lol… That’s exactly what I’m doing!!!😊

    • @stefanaharris9345
      @stefanaharris9345 4 года назад +3

      I am enjoying this while I am in my bed with my two faithful Chihuahuas cuddled up nice and warm. So relaxing to watch! Thanks Chad.

    • @cinsforgiven7
      @cinsforgiven7 4 года назад +3

      Me too! 😂 Is there any better way to spend a Friday night? 👍🏼

  • @latwanalavalais9868
    @latwanalavalais9868 2 года назад +1

    I enjoy watching your videos!

  • @jp124
    @jp124 4 года назад +42

    please keep making these videos. They're actually so entertaining. Bring me with you on one of these trips haha. Btw the food looks amazing.

  • @jordankrewson3341
    @jordankrewson3341 4 года назад +19

    27:26 "be aware of what's around me. Noises and stuff like that". The camera focuses on the background. That was cool.

  • @joeheid2776
    @joeheid2776 4 года назад +31

    YES!!!!! Sitting here goin through youtube looking for something good to watch. THANKS CHAD!!

  • @JR-kl3cp
    @JR-kl3cp 4 года назад +20

    3:24 is such a beautiful shot. The snow with the trees covered and just enough sun light coming thru is plain stunning.

  • @dhyde2025
    @dhyde2025 4 года назад +73

    I started watching this video thinking I was seeing some homeless hipster. By the end I have realized that Chad is a Bad. Ass. Dude!!

  • @KNHSICONS
    @KNHSICONS 4 года назад +19

    "Getting out here getting lost, that's when you find yourself" - chad
    I know i can't do the things that you do. Thank you for sharing it with us. A little relief from the day to day routine in the now what i call life. Thanks chad.

  • @Felix-ix3qe
    @Felix-ix3qe 4 года назад +23

    I just love the fact that you are equipped for almost every situation like, the moment you decided to get the big trees out of the road and you threw on your big boots and took your axe idk why but that looked so cool like.... ah i can’t explain it but anyways keep doing what you are doing you are growing really fast!!!

  • @krystalhunter5075
    @krystalhunter5075 2 года назад +1

    Yep I’m definitely trying this meal

  • @danielfry4572
    @danielfry4572 4 года назад +12

    All of your videos are amazing. "When you are lost out here, that's where you find yourself" wow!

  • @dgrimescomedy
    @dgrimescomedy 4 года назад +21

    All that work! Take my "thumbs-up", sir. You've earned it!

  • @narieee2543
    @narieee2543 4 года назад +29

    Probably the best video by far. Never thought i would end up watching all the way to the end.

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +4

      Thanks for watching! Cheers!

    • @linda7345n
      @linda7345n 4 года назад +2

      Exactly the same as you, Wonjae Lee. When I saw it was 50 minutes, I knew I'd be doing some fast forwards. Nope not a bit. Excellent video!

    • @islandguy9380
      @islandguy9380 4 года назад

      @@LivingTheVanLife -- Nice filming job. But this is hardly a survival video. You're in a public campground on Mt Baker. I kinda laughed at that part. If it's the campground I'm thinking of, cell phone service is available. But if you really want to do survival videos, go to the Yukon or Alaska in winter. Because what you are doing here is silliness. And you're only out to make some bucks off of RUclips. So listen up, everyone. This is not a "survival video".

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +3

      Island Guy Cheers! Thanks for watching!

    • @islandguy9380
      @islandguy9380 4 года назад

      @@LivingTheVanLife You're welcome. I edited my reply to ad more content.

  • @susanbrown2909
    @susanbrown2909 4 года назад +1

    That place is fantastic ..thanks for showing us your mountain trips you knew what the tree would do..cool. UK.

  • @cloondaver6202
    @cloondaver6202 4 года назад +13

    Wow man, i watched this from start to finish and it felt like 15mins! Looked at it and it was 50 mins! couldn't take my eyes off the screen! Love the clever simplicity of the way you go about stuff, really inspired me. Keep these up dude, top man!

  • @Nanen1984
    @Nanen1984 4 года назад +124

    This is the power of will, just imagine how many times he set up the camera, makes the shot, and came back for the camera!!!

    • @vanzelstrestorations998
      @vanzelstrestorations998 4 года назад +4

      Hi Chad, recent subscriber here from Australia. Let me just say that I hate the cold but watching your videos has inspired me to give winter camping a crack. Although our winters are probably like your springs!
      We also get quite adventurous in our 2wd kombis so it's great to see you out there.
      Cheers from Queensland Australia
      Greg

    • @DMWBN3
      @DMWBN3 4 года назад

      Will . . . Who's Will?

    • @Soren27
      @Soren27 4 года назад +5

      Plus the drone work is amazing as well.

    • @vishalkumar-nw6cp
      @vishalkumar-nw6cp 4 года назад +1

      Dude he is use drone with GPS but his work is very creative.

    • @LuckyBaldwin777
      @LuckyBaldwin777 4 года назад +1

      @@vanzelstrestorations998 Traveling in a fried-out kombi
      On a hippie trail, head full of zombie
      -love that tune

  • @smayer2683
    @smayer2683 4 года назад +8

    At a loss for words to describe how great this is! Thanks for being one of the best outdoor lifestyle channels I've come across!

  • @rogermorris737
    @rogermorris737 4 года назад +24

    im english and we never see winter like this, maybe well north in the highlands of scotland,but england no.
    i'm 70 years old and you certainly get my outdoor juices flowing with your experiences. superb adventure

    • @danceworld8360
      @danceworld8360 4 года назад

      I'm from north east England and I totally agree with you...I have a campervan but I'd give anything to plonk myself right next to chad for one mad weekend in our campers

    • @susanbrown2909
      @susanbrown2909 4 года назад

      We used to get winters like this ...but climate has altered ours.

  • @MichaelRoyDuckworth
    @MichaelRoyDuckworth 3 года назад +1

    It was a good idea to make lots to leave out for the squelch that will come by while you sleep.

  • @lukek3953
    @lukek3953 4 года назад +6

    Been watching your video for almost a year now. Really enjoy watching all your videos.
    Love and respect from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад

      Very cool Luke! Thanks for watching! See you on the road sometime!

  • @drewg8897
    @drewg8897 4 года назад +28

    This isn’t a video. This is a movie. I love watching all of your videos. Inspires me a lot. Thanks for making such awesome content that is an escape from reality. Your quality has gotten so much improvement and that’s awesome.

  • @Belkin_Bella
    @Belkin_Bella 4 года назад +28

    you are a cool guy and your video is super. hello everyone from cold Siberia

  • @tammiemeadows5278
    @tammiemeadows5278 3 года назад +7

    Now here’s a man with a destiny and intent to get to where he’s going! No tree across the road is gonna stop him 🤗.

  • @alcopower5710
    @alcopower5710 4 года назад +8

    Watched every minute and loved it. One of the very best channels on RUclips

  • @MoonLitSouls11
    @MoonLitSouls11 3 года назад +10

    This video summarized everything I want for myself and my future. Not only physically in terms of exploration and travel, but the insight and emotional intelligence you offer. Thank you for inspiring me

  • @precious4beauty
    @precious4beauty 4 года назад +57

    When you cleared the road, I kept thinking it was good wood for a fire .

    • @SD-ho2og
      @SD-ho2og 4 года назад +6

      Me too. I wanted just gather it up and stow it away in the van somewhere.

    • @Hondadctrider
      @Hondadctrider 3 года назад

      He's surrounded by trees.

    • @geraldhenrickson7472
      @geraldhenrickson7472 3 года назад +2

      @@Hondadctrider Yes bu8t the deadfall is under the snow somewhere...

    • @juliehitchcock1551
      @juliehitchcock1551 3 года назад

      That’s my thought! 🧐🙄😂

    • @slothyologyaguideintoathen8087
      @slothyologyaguideintoathen8087 3 года назад

      I was too but then I I thought about him saying he can’t fit a chainsaw inside so I kinda understood his actions in that way

  • @15yearsdylan56
    @15yearsdylan56 2 года назад +1

    Excellent presentation,the food looks beautiful.kudos.🙏🏻🇬🇧

  • @TheDsasadsad
    @TheDsasadsad 4 года назад +4

    Wow
    That drone footage is surreal ! ! !
    I am almost speechless.

  • @sameermalik5322
    @sameermalik5322 4 года назад +6

    I literally lived the winter camp life just by watching this video.

  • @timmorrow6747
    @timmorrow6747 4 года назад +18

    Thanks brother for clearin the road! Family and I are headed up Saturday. We camp up there all the time. Great video, as always! Tim.. from Ferndale.

    • @Cyndy101
      @Cyndy101 4 года назад +2

      Just one question; would you have cleared those trees?

    • @timmorrow6747
      @timmorrow6747 4 года назад +4

      @@Cyndy101 100 percent!

    • @monicahunt3737
      @monicahunt3737 4 года назад +1

      LOL!

  • @Niko-px3dy
    @Niko-px3dy 3 года назад +1

    Underrated channel. The cinematography of this channel is far superior to most Hollywood movies. I thoroughly enjoy this channel. I hope you get 2mil subscribers by 2022. Come on world recognise this man properly.

  • @josh3326
    @josh3326 4 года назад +27

    Bigfoot observing him.......
    “Which is a reminder, we’re not alone in the woods.”
    Bigfoot: Oh crap! He’s discovered me!

  • @agentorange1556
    @agentorange1556 4 года назад +10

    Yes! A 51 minute video on a Friday nite is just what I needed!!!!

  • @rufusqristofer
    @rufusqristofer 4 года назад +77

    *chops wood for hours to clear road*
    gets to camp
    “Where am I gonna find any wood for the fire?”
    lol
    Yes, I understand that the wood across the road was probably still green but I couldn’t help but laugh at this.
    Seriously though, nothing but Love for LTVL, keep it up!

    • @younes-47
      @younes-47 4 года назад +2

      Yeah i didn't get it as well
      He spent hours cutting those trees out of the way but still wondering where to find some woods to heat up lmao

    • @sunnyvalejedi
      @sunnyvalejedi 4 года назад +2

      Some cable or chain with hooks are pretty handy when it comes to dragging trees.

    • @Sunnbuzz
      @Sunnbuzz 4 года назад +3

      @@younes-47 The tree has to have been dead for some while for the wood to burn, so the stuff that fell won't burn

    • @sunnyvalejedi
      @sunnyvalejedi 4 года назад +1

      @@Sunnbuzz Not necessarily. It's often deadfall.

    • @Sunnbuzz
      @Sunnbuzz 4 года назад

      @@sunnyvalejedi Yes ok that's true :) I was really only referring to the bigger ones we saw him cutting because he was having a hard time they looked "fresh" but maybe I'm wrong

  • @darapishdad3218
    @darapishdad3218 2 года назад +1

    Good job .
    Im a new subscriber. Every thing about your video s is great. But the most i love about your work is the way you describe every thing. Your a very possitive guy. I learn a lot from you.
    Thank you for all your efforts. Good luck my friend.

  • @jennie41834
    @jennie41834 3 года назад +3

    When you came across those trees down I said to my self I hope you didn't have to turn back, and by the grace of God you made it through to go on to your travel ,its been amazing watching your videos.till next time 🙋‍♀️👍❤

  • @chotilottilot3431
    @chotilottilot3431 2 года назад +3

    I always like your stuff, especially the ones with snow! It's like I feel the warmth being inside the van while it's freezing outside. I like it, even more, now that you mixed it with bushcraft.

  • @Beavis-et8ox
    @Beavis-et8ox 4 года назад +10

    Nearly one hour LTVL you made my Friday evening - thanks for all the effort and have a great weekend. Best regards from Germany (no snow so far this year)

  • @mujeer5242
    @mujeer5242 4 года назад +1

    You have my respect for not giving up in face of such a huge obstacles. My man here is a warrior.

  • @davidsoto4169
    @davidsoto4169 3 года назад +10

    These are just so calming to watch that I keep coming back and revisiting when I’m trying to relax😜😂

  • @johnbradburymyworkplaceculture
    @johnbradburymyworkplaceculture 3 года назад +13

    What a great video, so enjoyable to watch. You capture the emotion of the challenges you faced really well and the relief of reaching your goals and a well earned meal

  • @csmith785
    @csmith785 4 года назад +7

    16:45 I loved the authentic release of laughter when you finally broke your way through that last log. Thanks for sharing!

  • @maddgazz5696
    @maddgazz5696 2 года назад +1

    Epic scenery

  • @jeanniesherman3591
    @jeanniesherman3591 4 года назад +14

    SUCH A HANDSOME MAN !!!!!
    Sooo rugged.
    I LOVE WATCHING HIM !!!!!
    😘😍😘😍😎😎😎✌🏻🤜🏻🤛🏻

  • @mindyvaughn8217
    @mindyvaughn8217 4 года назад +22

    Yes, I’m back because I couldn’t resist. This is one of my all time favorite videos.....period. You help me believe that I might be able to actually get out in the great outdoors and have an adventure. And if for some reason I can’t I can experience it with you. You are my favorite van life videographer. You should have a show on the National Geographic Channel.💖

    • @LivingTheVanLife
      @LivingTheVanLife  4 года назад +2

      That means a whole lot to hear this! Thank you very VERY much. I really appreciate this.

    • @mindyvaughn8217
      @mindyvaughn8217 4 года назад

      Living The Van Life 💖

  • @makalapuamegs1056
    @makalapuamegs1056 4 года назад +8

    Reminds me of the time I was in my Saturn Vue and went out in the wilderness, ran into 3 downed pines and 5 boulders and moved all with a good knowledge of physics. Like you I was thinking of the pioneers. At the end I felt so accomplished and self sufficient. I was 63 at the time (7 years ago) and still going out to places others say I should not venture being a solo female. I will definitely be getting that saw.

  • @youngchato8347
    @youngchato8347 Год назад

    You know what I love is that he talks to you like your there with him makes you feel like you have a friend and your chilling with him on his journey 💪💪💯💯💚