I made a compilation of your funny moments on my channel yesterday! Just wanting to know if thats okay with you or not, I spent all afternoon on it because I'm not an editor lol Huge fan of you and crazy neighbor! :)
Yip, it's a comfort zone that helps me tremendously too. Really nice comment community too. We need more Steve's and Beautiful wife and Crazy's in this world! Stay well.
Hey Steve, I suffer pretty bad with my mental health and don't have any friends and today has been particularly difficult. This video couldn't have come at better time. Honestly man, being able to be taken from reality at this moment in time, albeit for half an hour or so, words wouldn't do my gratitude justice. Thanks Steve.
“If you just can’t get enough of a grown man sleeping in his car, well you’ve come to the right place.” 😂😂 Another priceless Steve-ism! Seems I can’t, Steve…please don’t stop. 👍🏻😍
trick to grilled cheese sandwiches with cold butter and tender fresh bread... is melt butter in press, first soak up with top slice of bread, melt butter for bottom slice, put in bottom bread, add cheese and top slice, close and cook
Yay! I finally caught a new video! Steve, I’m a 38 year old woman who used to go camping all the time with my husband who passed away and watching your videos remind me of how much fun we used to have! Thank you so much!
I worked with a guy who did this with a minivan during the winter. He even plugged into the hotel's outdoor outlets to run a space heater to keep him and the dog warm.
I actually did the same thing!! I used their outdoor outlets, plugged in my heater because my car didn't have heat and they never bothered me. I stayed there for a month.
When I was a kid, I used to go camping on my grandparents' farm in Texas. They had 1500 acres. They would let me drive the truck way back where the pasture would end and the woods began. The bed of the truck had a shell on it, so it made for great nighttime adventures for a 10 year old. I never worried about anything unless all the cows started running, just in case they knew something I didn't! Good times. Good times.
In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, I drove across the US in a stealth mini-van camper and stayed exclusively in chain motel parking lots. Never had a problem. I've seen other RUclipsrs who suggest stealth camping in truck stops, but I found truck stops to be the worst for stealth car campers as there really is no dedicated car parking and us stealth campers really need to stay out of the way of the truckers. With chain motel parking lots, there is an expectation that there will be a lot of vehicles parked overnight in the lot, and there will be many out of state plates on the vehicles. Another plus for chain motel parking lots is that the desk clerks really don't care who parks in their lots as they just work there and, even though they request the make, model, and plate number of your vehicle if you are a guest, I have been told that they never check vehicles in their lot and they only ask for the vehicle information from guests so that if there is a problem, such as parking in a fire lane or blocking traffic, they can figure out whose vehicle needs to be moved.
I work at a hotel and you're not wrong. Unless it is a parking pass situation most hotels only ask for the info to figure out whose alarm is going off or to ask you not to block the access ramp to the entrance for example. That said, at my location atleast we do have cameras and we do keep an eye out for anything suspicious. So if you were in and out a bunch, messing with the dumpster or something unusual, we might notice but otherwise we would likely miss you. We usually won't care if you use the bathroom or the wifi either. Getting the "free breakfast" amounts to theft of services tho and I don't recommend it. Some hotels require breakfast tickets and others still would take notice of someone coming inside to get breakfast that they hadn't seen go outside. If you get the right staff you might be able to pay a small amount to get breakfast or they might let you just grab coffee if you're honest with them. It all depends but at the end of the day it's probably easier and less stressful to just go to McDonald's.
I have slept in my vehicle many of times in truck stops. I park where autos are suppose to go, park out of the way of others who are legitimately just in and out. Never had an issue with being bothered with yet. I even found a website where I can find free camping spots, but usually they are away from civilization or a major highway though. But yeah, I never thought about staying in the parking lot of a hotel/motel though
The breakfast trick is to enter the hotel and go down a hallway up stairs or use the elevator cruise up to the top floor then take the elevator down to ground floor where breakfast is being served . Front desk people dont really put 2+2 together cause 1. its daytime and no one is watching cameras at this hour 2. you may have brought a bag to your car or gone out for the paper, or whatever. By reappearing out from the elevator you have now put on the illusion of being a hotel guest coming down from your room for breakfast ! the whole trick takes but a few minutes.
The issue is probably more to do with long term. They won't notice a single overnight stay, but they will notice if someone is there long enough. But vehicles that are all blocked out on the windows can draw attention, and steamed up windows can also bring attention. It is best to at least leave the front seat area windows unshaded, and to only block out the back and side windows, along with behind the font seats. That way they'll just think you have important stuff back there you're trying to keep hidden, like luggage and such. So backseat/cargo area's being blocked off with shades isn't a big deal and best for privacy without being suspicious. It also depends on how big the hotel is. A small hotel is going to notice pretty much right away, because they know how many guests they have, and they're also typically not very packed, so it's not so easy to just pull up and blend in. And if they see a vehicle pull up but no one get out, it's going to be pretty suspicious.
Hi Steve! If you're ever looking for smaller, more portable/self-contained red lights, bicycle tail lights are a great option. Some are even USB-chargeable with an internal battery, allowing you to charge them like your phone at home then bring out somewhere isolated for use!
@@ask_why000 I used to then I heard about mixing & matching, cheddar & pepperjack, provolone & mozzarella, American & Swiss- you can get some amazing flavor combos and w/ provolone & mozzarella I like to place in pepperoni or salami in the middle.
At this point, stores, park districts, cities, communities, etc. should sponsor you to stealth camp at their location. It's almost a badge of honor to have Steve secretly camp there.
I’ve worked hotels my whole life. I’m surprised more people don’t stay at hotels when they do this. Depending on the hotel you can even score a free meal in the morning. Clean lobby bathrooms and coffee.. nobody will know if you are a legit guest unless you look suspicious and come around a lot. If anyone asks just say you’re staying there with a relative
This past summer I camped in my van and used landscape cloth to cover my windows. I got the idea from you using them in your bus. I was in a campground with very close neighbours so I knew they could see whatever I was doing if there was significant light inside. I got one of those fake (battery operated) votive candle from the dollar store and set it on the floor so I could change my clothes, for instance. Checked from the outside, and you couldn't see any light at all. It was enough to see what I was doing however. The landscape cloth is brilliant, though. I mostly attached it with binder clips to the rubber moulding around the windows. So easy.
I made fitted reflective covers for my SUV windows.They work great for protecting my interior during warm weather and also give me privacy when camping. Fishing pole holders that strap to the hand grips over the doors provide abundant ways to hang lights, fans, even my iPad. And my fishing poles of course! Chrome clips to hang boots clip right to the strap and the hook swings down…. Voila! Those big black paper clips hold really well too. Good thing I have reflective covers on my windows. My setup probably looks pretty weird to the uninitiated.
Reading your viewers comments; You are a light on a hill to many people Salt of the earth kinda guy. You have blessed so many. God bless you, your wife and Crazy Neighbour and his family. ❤
Steve doesn’t like to tell us- But to all who love Steve, liking his videos helps him out a lot. Apparently you earn more money based on the number of interactions. So, as I like every video, I make sure to hit that like button on every video. I hope Steve can make this full time :) Cheers everyone
I am sure to always like his videos, but last I heard the interactions only helps the algorithm to push his video, I thought you only get paid by the view now. And the pay is also dependent on the demographic you reach. E.g. beauty videos make more than tech videos.
@@JelloFluoride I heard that youtube does not actually count likes until you watched a video or some portion of it (as one of the ways to fight bots). So it is better to watch and then like.
My favorite channel that I can’t get enough of. Thanks Steve, Beautiful Wife, and Crazy Neighbor. My weekend start isn’t complete without a Camping with Steve video to end my work week.
Wow. Neat idea. My elderly mom and I hunkered down and stealth camped INSIDE a hotel once. Also stealth paid with a stealth MasterCard. Our step two was hot chocolate and coffee.
Well, these days it's getting more and more common for grown men to sleep in their cars, and will only become more common, for many it will be out of necessity.
The most reliable guy on RUclips! We can always count on you for an interesting vlog. Someday we (fans) should keep a list of “Steveisms”, because they’re understated genius! Thanks, Steve
I on occasion traveled with a salesman. Always had an overnight bag with him. He always stopped at hotels to use that restroom by carrying that with him past the front desk. They were cleaner than gas stations or fast food places. Grabbed a cup of coffee on the way out.
Finally,...something that I have actually done myself! About 10 years ago, I was turned away from the Canadian border because of some computer glitch regarding my 2 Border Collies that were traveling with me. It was around 2:00 am and I was exhausted, so I turned my car around and drove to the first hotel I could find. They unfortunately didn't allow pets, so we spent the night in the car near a patch of grass and security light. I can't honestly say that we slept much, but it was a stealthy adventure that I will always remember! Thanks for the video and the trip down memory lane Steve! 👍
Getting serious. People should buy those bi.vy. travel bags. Just incase car breaks down or snow storm. I read a story about a road closures near green bay Wisconsin. People were trapped in cars during snow stor. 2 brothers in car. One brother got fed up & decided to walk in the snow to get help. He didn't make it back.
@@Favorite-catNip You are SO right! We spent 6 winters in Calgary, Alberta and we kept an emergency kit in both our cars. The kits included road flares, emergency blankets, bottles of water, granola bars, hand-warmers, and a basic first aide kit. (We kept extra blankets, gloves, socks, water, and Nutritional bars in our vehicles at all times!) Canadian winters are serious! 🌨
I get the same excitement waiting for these that I used to have for "Creature Double Feature" on WLVI channel 56, or, Jonny Quest when I was growing up!
Love you Steve, I get so stoked seeing a new video drop, house update, stealth, car, camp, or just about you and your family. I pray you, your beautiful wife, and crazy neighbor are all great. Thank you for brightening up many lives and spending your time with us folks on the inter webs
Steve with the rice cooker on his lap as he peeks in the sandwich maker. CLASSIC Steve. Love a good ol' fashioned car camp. I lived in a van in '08 did this more times than I could count.
I've used chain-hotel car parks for overnighting here in Britain. Also railway station, cinema, supermarket, school (weekend only), museum & even police station car parks. I like to go away for city breaks regularly & haven't paid for a hotel room for years 😁
Id be careful parking in schools though, even on the weekend there can be events going on and students coming and going. Just seems like there will be way more people/police keeping an eye on it.
Love the fact that you bought up living in a vehicle due to rent , I’m in the process of doing the same thing due to house crisis in New Zealand but watching your video makes me look forward to the fact and not drown over it 👌
Glad something could give you encouragement about it. I was at one point several years ago 10-12 years ago considering buying a long trailer and building a tiny house on it and live in rented lots and campgrounds and eventually buy a lot of my own. I thought it could be a lot of fun and a great way to see the country and find out where we would want to live. Takes guts to make that a lifestyle, guts or desperation and either way Good luck to you.
There sure would be some great "Stealth Camping" spots in our homeland of New Zealand. Or "Freedom Camping" as it's commonly called, although officially some forms of Freedom Camping are actually allowed here.........maybe not hotel parking lots though
Amazing video Steve! I worked night-audits at a Travelodge and to be honest, we really don't care! As long as the parking lot isn't at max capacity, we are understanding of peoples situation. There was a restaurant (Perkins) connected and we always assumed it was a line-cook going through rough times and just needed a place to sleep until his next shift in the AM. Never bothered people camping out in tents/vehicles since they were away from guests and we didn't receive complaints. Many nights I'd do a walk-around and "catch" an RV hooked up to our hose+power out back, I was always friendly going up to give them the WiFi password and invite them in to use the pool+showers+gym since I know traveling in an RV can suuuck. We work hospitality so we want to be hospitable, no worries hiding out on hotel property 100% !
Out of curiosity what measures do the basic hotels have for catching lot campers? How frequent would you do rounds? It seems like there's never more than a couple staffers at night. Though I'm assuming there's at least some camera monitoring.
@@cjohnson3836 For the hotel I worked at, literally NO measures for parking lot campers, we can't just assume. It could be someone with a paid guest so we have no way of knowing and we're paid too little to care. Could be some guy just getting away from his business partner snoring in their double room. Only reason I ever noticed them is because I went out for a vape/puff after I got my paperwork done and noticed the extension cord / foggy windows LOL. Once and a while I'd bring out a bottle of water and leave it on the hood. Dissapeared by 7am when I leave work, confirming my suspicions.
I’ve camped at Marriott properties many times. Never had a prob. Also a hundred truck stops. Very few probs. Wally World is getting tougher and tougher. Some are ok but many are being posted. Have a friend that sleeps at 24 hour restaurants and Cracker Barrel. Not my fav but doable. Just be safe. It’s good to know there is a plan B if needed. And ya can’t go wrong with tomato soup and grilled cheese. One of the best ever.
Most of us as little kids would build forts in the living room and play in them. I get the feeling that's kinda what Steve is still doing, except outdoors :)
I think we need a "buy steve a breville fund" lol. i bought loads of cheap toastie makers and breville is truly the greatest of them all. Removeable toaster plates were what convinced me, i'm a man of simple pleasures.
I'm a fan of the old Black and Decker Waffle Baker. They've got reversible plates so you can cook sandwiches in them perfectly. I've also used mine for chicken breasts and pork chops.
I used to have to pick up my step son sometimes from his dads house. Sometimes I didn’t have enough money for a hotel, so I would drive up do a stelther, pick up the kid in the morning and go back home. I appreciate your channel 👍🏽👍🏽
I've been living in my Jeep Patriot for about 2 months now, and this was fun to see. I appreciate all of your content, but these kinds of videos are so cool because you have a ton of insight on how to do this well. I'm into it!
I used to sleep in a Ford fusion and I wouldn't recommend that car for a grown adult to sleep in, but I didn't have a choice though for a bit. Now I got a chevy Avalanche, and with that at least I can blow up an air mattress to sleep on if I want to "camp" in it, or too tired to get to my destination.
Steve are you always this nice? You're a since a laid back guy, seems like nothing ever gets to you, in fact I don't think any of us ever heard you yell or raise your voice.. nice to see this in a man..huge fan from Wisconsin..
I just watch the OG stealth video that hooked me on you Steve, and now this video today. I want to say I am so happy to see that you're doing so well. The contrast to today; you look great, you seem happier and more upbeat, you have signs of your hard work on your home and with your channel. Awesome to see for you and so happy. As my wife and I say, everything is coming up Milhouse! As someone who has personally had their own challenges in life, it's great to see things coming on the up and up for you. Awesome work and keep it up!
I look forward for new Steve content because I live with anxiety which makes it difficult to relax and after my days work before I go to sleep I love to put on Steve videos, and I'll rewatch old ones as I'm waiting for a new upload. Thank you for being fun, adventurous, explorative, and kind. I appreciate all of these things along with everything else. Love from United Kingdom, London 😊
Hey Codie... Don't be mean... And "Grow up". Why shit on someone's comment when they are being thankful and kind? And count yourself lucky if you aren't someone / know someone (& can empathize with someone) who suffers from anxiety.
These comments made my day thank you lovely people, on my lunch break at work and really made me smile thank you 🤗🤗 hope you all have a wonderful day and weekend x
this is one ive actually done. i stayed at the beach in a motel parking lot where i had stayed before inside the motel. i used their pool bathroom. it was a positive experience.
Hard to beat grilled cheese and tomato soup! Motel parking lots are probably my first choice for stealth parking while traveling with just my camper van. My ideal spots are when I can find two or more hotels next to each other so I can park between them making it even less clear which place I might be staying at. I do always hate having to arrive late and leave early though!
found your page on youtube a month back. from colorado and been working through your videos, just have to say that you bring the best of what the internet is meant to be. keep up the great work and look forward to all the more you create
I camp in a 2004 Impala. I’m able to tuck the black sheets in like you did in the Suburban, must be a Chevy thing.? I fold down the back seats, make a bed, crawl in with lower half of my body in the trunk. Raise the headrests on the front seats, put a black sheet over them as well as the back windows. Cozy as a bug in a rug! Beer cooler fits perfectly on the floor behind the passenger seat.
When I was in Boy Scouts that was a classic. Most of the guys in our troop had the campfire version of that sandwich press. (We called it a pie iron.) We'd made tomato soup and toasted cheese sandwiches, then for dessert we'd make sandwiches with chocolate pudding, strawberry jelly, or other sweet fillings.
When you showed the early morning parking lot, it looked as if there were a few others in various vehicles that had been camping . In New Zealand we have quite a lot of people in vans freedom camping . There's a parking lot in the city that lets them come in after 5pm . They all roll in and set up their place for the night, bringing out fold up tables and chairs.
The only problem I have with Steve is he only does this once a week.......... so we need to make sure we provide him with support to do this full time..... so i don't go through withdrawal! your video make me happy in these troubled time. keep it up. Your the man...... and Crazy Neighbor is always great. have fun. in fact my Brother and i last week did a camp out with a tarp tent last week with Mr. Buddy......lol..... Love the channel and keep it going.
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I made a compilation of your funny moments on my channel yesterday! Just wanting to know if thats okay with you or not, I spent all afternoon on it because I'm not an editor lol Huge fan of you and crazy neighbor! :)
That's awesome! You have my blessing :)
lol!
Good for you for asking for permission AFTER you posted it! 😂😂
@@dustinclouse6888 lol I didnt really know how to get in contact which is why I posted it before thursdays video
all good.. gonna watch after this. we gotta build a group, not shoot each other down.
build build build. lets goo 1 mil
I battle depression. Want to say thank you Steve. No matter how bad I may be feeling, whenever I see one of your videos I can't help but to smile 😊
Yip, it's a comfort zone that helps me tremendously too.
Really nice comment community too.
We need more Steve's and Beautiful wife and Crazy's in this world!
Stay well.
seriously, go out and camp. it will make you feel great. I know where you're coming from personally. adventure and new environment is a refresher.
Try Steve1989. He and camping with Steve r my to favorite calming vid’s.
All the best to you sir, been there, done that. You are not alone.
Eat 5 grams or more of magic mushrooms alone in the dark. Kill your demons and be happy
Hey Steve, I suffer pretty bad with my mental health and don't have any friends and today has been particularly difficult. This video couldn't have come at better time. Honestly man, being able to be taken from reality at this moment in time, albeit for half an hour or so, words wouldn't do my gratitude justice.
Thanks Steve.
Thanks so much for the kind words. I'm rooting for you and hoping things get better for you soon. Cheers, my friend!
@@campingwithsteve thank you Steve, that means the world mate.
Randy Lahey, I am rooting for you too. I can sympathize with how you feel. Please take care 💝
Hang in there Randy...you've got someone else rooting for you! Take care, my friend❤️
Thank you, both Beth and Melodee for taking just a minute to write those kind words, they go further than you could imagine. All the best guys.
Steve's videos are therapy. No drama, no self-imposed self-importance. Just a decent human being living in the moment.
We all deserve a friend like Steve Wallis. Really man, I’m so proud of the grind and success. We do appreciate you my friend.
I appreciate that!
We don't deserve such a human but thank God we get one
Nah we don't deserve this good wholesome dude. I always feel better after camping with Steve!
Just come to Canada
Damn right we appreciate him. I've been mostly stuck inside for the past year waiting on a knee replacement so this is my weekly trip outdoors haha
“If you just can’t get enough of a grown man sleeping in his car, well you’ve come to the right place.” 😂😂 Another priceless Steve-ism! Seems I can’t, Steve…please don’t stop. 👍🏻😍
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Messages like this make Steve never want to meet his fans lol.. 😂🤣😁
It’s all in the delivery
@@trueaussieray9093 I'm old enough to be Steve's mother, really! I'm not being creepy, just love his dry witty humor.
trick to grilled cheese sandwiches with cold butter and tender fresh bread... is melt butter in press, first soak up with top slice of bread, melt butter for bottom slice, put in bottom bread, add cheese and top slice, close and cook
I do the same at home in a smaller frying pan.
Oh, I love you for sharing this information! Hated the thought of needing a fake butter while camping.
Yay! I finally caught a new video! Steve, I’m a 38 year old woman who used to go camping all the time with my husband who passed away and watching your videos remind me of how much fun we used to have! Thank you so much!
Right on! And sorry for your loss
RIP to your husband glad u feeling better
RIP your inbox.
I can be your new husband! All you have to do is work, cook, and clean, and let me blow wads. Go ahead and send me your resume, hurry up.
I worked with a guy who did this with a minivan during the winter. He even plugged into the hotel's outdoor outlets to run a space heater to keep him and the dog warm.
I actually did the same thing!! I used their outdoor outlets, plugged in my heater because my car didn't have heat and they never bothered me. I stayed there for a month.
@@binderkim well done you. Great idea.
When I was a kid, I used to go camping on my grandparents' farm in Texas. They had 1500 acres. They would let me drive the truck way back where the pasture would end and the woods began. The bed of the truck had a shell on it, so it made for great nighttime adventures for a 10 year old. I never worried about anything unless all the cows started running, just in case they knew something I didn't! Good times. Good times.
Sounds like a fantastic time mate, thanks for sharing
Crazy neighbor gets into his truck the next day..."Why is there butter all over my dashboard?"
And it smells like soup and Gouda
Country Crock.
The joy Steve gets when prepping for the stealth camp is infectious. Im trying to have the same joy of life!
In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, I drove across the US in a stealth mini-van camper and stayed exclusively in chain motel parking lots. Never had a problem. I've seen other RUclipsrs who suggest stealth camping in truck stops, but I found truck stops to be the worst for stealth car campers as there really is no dedicated car parking and us stealth campers really need to stay out of the way of the truckers. With chain motel parking lots, there is an expectation that there will be a lot of vehicles parked overnight in the lot, and there will be many out of state plates on the vehicles. Another plus for chain motel parking lots is that the desk clerks really don't care who parks in their lots as they just work there and, even though they request the make, model, and plate number of your vehicle if you are a guest, I have been told that they never check vehicles in their lot and they only ask for the vehicle information from guests so that if there is a problem, such as parking in a fire lane or blocking traffic, they can figure out whose vehicle needs to be moved.
I work at a hotel and you're not wrong. Unless it is a parking pass situation most hotels only ask for the info to figure out whose alarm is going off or to ask you not to block the access ramp to the entrance for example. That said, at my location atleast we do have cameras and we do keep an eye out for anything suspicious. So if you were in and out a bunch, messing with the dumpster or something unusual, we might notice but otherwise we would likely miss you. We usually won't care if you use the bathroom or the wifi either. Getting the "free breakfast" amounts to theft of services tho and I don't recommend it. Some hotels require breakfast tickets and others still would take notice of someone coming inside to get breakfast that they hadn't seen go outside. If you get the right staff you might be able to pay a small amount to get breakfast or they might let you just grab coffee if you're honest with them. It all depends but at the end of the day it's probably easier and less stressful to just go to McDonald's.
I have slept in my vehicle many of times in truck stops. I park where autos are suppose to go, park out of the way of others who are legitimately just in and out. Never had an issue with being bothered with yet. I even found a website where I can find free camping spots, but usually they are away from civilization or a major highway though. But yeah, I never thought about staying in the parking lot of a hotel/motel though
The breakfast trick is to enter the hotel and go down a hallway up stairs or use the elevator cruise up to the top floor then take the elevator down to ground floor where breakfast is being served . Front desk people dont really put 2+2 together cause 1. its daytime and no one is watching cameras at this hour 2. you may have brought a bag to your car or gone out for the paper, or whatever. By reappearing out from the elevator you have now put on the illusion of being a hotel guest coming down from your room for breakfast ! the whole trick takes but a few minutes.
The issue is probably more to do with long term. They won't notice a single overnight stay, but they will notice if someone is there long enough. But vehicles that are all blocked out on the windows can draw attention, and steamed up windows can also bring attention. It is best to at least leave the front seat area windows unshaded, and to only block out the back and side windows, along with behind the font seats. That way they'll just think you have important stuff back there you're trying to keep hidden, like luggage and such. So backseat/cargo area's being blocked off with shades isn't a big deal and best for privacy without being suspicious.
It also depends on how big the hotel is. A small hotel is going to notice pretty much right away, because they know how many guests they have, and they're also typically not very packed, so it's not so easy to just pull up and blend in. And if they see a vehicle pull up but no one get out, it's going to be pretty suspicious.
"Make us look slightly less suspicious" he says as he applies landscape fabric to the inside of the SUV windows. Classic.
"if you just can't get enough of some grown man sleeping in his car..." Hahaha yep, I've come to the right place. Love you, Steve
These videos are so comforting
Steve’s the kinda guy to use a turning signal while pulling out of a parking space. I love it
Hi Steve! If you're ever looking for smaller, more portable/self-contained red lights, bicycle tail lights are a great option. Some are even USB-chargeable with an internal battery, allowing you to charge them like your phone at home then bring out somewhere isolated for use!
Steve is so humble he's literally the only person who uses one slice of cheese on a grilled cheese sandwich. 😊
I’ve always done one slice
@@NoCoverChargeSame. Didn't know people used more than one...
I know someone who puts mustard on a grilled cheese sandwich.
@@jimcade8360 that's my go-to sandwich right there!
@@ask_why000 I used to then I heard about mixing & matching, cheddar & pepperjack, provolone & mozzarella, American & Swiss- you can get some amazing flavor combos and w/ provolone & mozzarella I like to place in pepperoni or salami in the middle.
Steve's way of spending the night at a hotel.
Cheapest Mariott Courtyard stay I've ever seen!
I was hoping he would call Room Service.
At this point, stores, park districts, cities, communities, etc. should sponsor you to stealth camp at their location. It's almost a badge of honor to have Steve secretly camp there.
I want to go see Canadian Tire and I'm not even in Canada 😂
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Same! I'm in Western Massachusetts
@@eventsmorewithchrisg from one western masshole to another!
What advertisment!! "This bank had STEVE WALLIS stealth camp here,, Whats in your wallet"...
Yes! The Statue of Liberty’s torch, a dolphin aquarium, Pet Co kitten cage, Grand Canyon info booth…..I want to see it all!
I’ve worked hotels my whole life. I’m surprised more people don’t stay at hotels when they do this. Depending on the hotel you can even score a free meal in the morning. Clean lobby bathrooms and coffee.. nobody will know if you are a legit guest unless you look suspicious and come around a lot. If anyone asks just say you’re staying there with a relative
Great advice.
Unless an employee asks the relative's name. "We don't have a guest by that name."
Done it a few times when working out of town. Saved my hotel allowance.
@@ronaldmccutcheon1329 As if they're paid enough to care
@@ronaldmccutcheon1329 I guarantee the minimum wage worker at the front desk doesn't give a shit
This past summer I camped in my van and used landscape cloth to cover my windows. I got the idea from you using them in your bus. I was in a campground with very close neighbours so I knew they could see whatever I was doing if there was significant light inside. I got one of those fake (battery operated) votive candle from the dollar store and set it on the floor so I could change my clothes, for instance. Checked from the outside, and you couldn't see any light at all. It was enough to see what I was doing however. The landscape cloth is brilliant, though. I mostly attached it with binder clips to the rubber moulding around the windows. So easy.
A hanger for pants works clip it. & put the hook in the trim works. And u can just yank on it to see wax up
Great idea
I made fitted reflective covers for my SUV windows.They work great for protecting my interior during warm weather and also give me privacy when camping. Fishing pole holders that strap to the hand grips over the doors provide abundant ways to hang lights, fans, even my iPad. And my fishing poles of course! Chrome clips to hang boots clip right to the strap and the hook swings down…. Voila! Those big black paper clips hold really well too. Good thing I have reflective covers on my windows. My setup probably looks pretty weird to the uninitiated.
Never thought in a million years I would be addicted to watching 'camping' type videos!!! Was so happy to see a new video!
Reading your viewers comments; You are a light on a hill to many people Salt of the earth kinda guy. You have blessed so many. God bless you, your wife and Crazy Neighbour and his family. ❤
Anyone else remember when there were 6 names TOTAL on the beer donation screen?
🤜🤛 Steve! You deserve it all, my Canadian friend ☺️
Steve doesn’t like to tell us- But to all who love Steve, liking his videos helps him out a lot. Apparently you earn more money based on the number of interactions. So, as I like every video, I make sure to hit that like button on every video. I hope Steve can make this full time :) Cheers everyone
It's usually the first thing that I do before I even watch the video. 😆 I mean it's Steve, I'm going to like whatever he's doing.
@@JelloFluoride same here.
Interacting for my $.02 ...or probably more like $.0002 🤣
I am sure to always like his videos, but last I heard the interactions only helps the algorithm to push his video, I thought you only get paid by the view now. And the pay is also dependent on the demographic you reach. E.g. beauty videos make more than tech videos.
@@JelloFluoride I heard that youtube does not actually count likes until you watched a video or some portion of it (as one of the ways to fight bots). So it is better to watch and then like.
My favorite channel that I can’t get enough of. Thanks Steve, Beautiful Wife, and Crazy Neighbor. My weekend start isn’t complete without a Camping with Steve video to end my work week.
Agree, great way to start a weekend
Loving the Flanders fields pin Steve. Happy Veterans day to those who served.
Yes. ruclips.net/video/cKoJvHcMLfc/видео.html
Wow. Neat idea. My elderly mom and I hunkered down and stealth camped INSIDE a hotel once. Also stealth paid with a stealth MasterCard. Our step two was hot chocolate and coffee.
Inside is the good place to camp! "stealth" credit card sounds suspicious though.
@@campingwithsteve tf is a credit card?!?! 😂😂😂
Can’t wait for the next stealth camper video
“Oooohhhh melty goodness.” New episode Thursday with Steve is the best day of the week.
"If you cant get enough of a grown man sleeping in his car...." 😂!
You won this videos comment section
Well, these days it's getting more and more common for grown men to sleep in their cars, and will only become more common, for many it will be out of necessity.
Yeah makes me feel kinda dirty 😂
Lol
Been on this earth for awhile now and I've never seen someone use just one piece of cheese on a grilled cheese sandwich haha never, until now haha ♡
Steve, you have the perfect tone of voice for scaring away intruders. Especially when dropped down a setting or two.
He is so calm, cruising around evaluating good places. Then a nice dinner, he makes it look easy. Steve, I hope you stay warm and sleep well!
When u love Steve's videos so much, you're watching for the 2nd 3rd and 4th time lol
hot soup all over the cab... man crazy Neighbor is trusting!!! love your videos sir.
The most reliable guy on RUclips! We can always count on you for an interesting vlog. Someday we (fans) should keep a list of “Steveisms”, because they’re understated genius! Thanks, Steve
Brings me back to my days living out of a car. It's gotta be a lot more relaxing just doing it on a lark and not as a way of life.
Not even hungry,in fact just ate dinner, gotta make a grilled cheese sandwich ! Damn Steve ! LOL
69 thumbs up,,,,,, I'm not gonna be #70.
I on occasion traveled with a salesman. Always had an overnight bag with him. He always stopped at hotels to use that restroom by carrying that with him past the front desk. They were cleaner than gas stations or fast food places. Grabbed a cup of coffee on the way out.
You’re the best Steve! ❤❤❤
Finally,...something that I have actually done myself! About 10 years ago, I was turned away from the Canadian border because of some computer glitch regarding my 2 Border Collies that were traveling with me. It was around 2:00 am and I was exhausted, so I turned my car around and drove to the first hotel I could find. They unfortunately didn't allow pets, so we spent the night in the car near a patch of grass and security light. I can't honestly say that we slept much, but it was a stealthy adventure that I will always remember!
Thanks for the video and the trip down memory lane Steve! 👍
Getting serious. People should buy those bi.vy. travel bags. Just incase car breaks down or snow storm. I read a story about a road closures near green bay Wisconsin. People were trapped in cars during snow stor. 2 brothers in car. One brother got fed up & decided to walk in the snow to get help. He didn't make it back.
@@Favorite-catNip You are SO right! We spent 6 winters in Calgary, Alberta and we kept an emergency kit in both our cars. The kits included road flares, emergency blankets, bottles of water, granola bars, hand-warmers, and a basic first aide kit. (We kept extra blankets, gloves, socks, water, and Nutritional bars in our vehicles at all times!) Canadian winters are serious! 🌨
Finally. You make Thursday’s feel like Saturday mornings when I was a kid ! Love your videos!!
Thats exactly right!
Great comment. yes! That same feeling of looking forward to watching.
You nailed it!👍
I get the same excitement waiting for these that I used to have for "Creature Double Feature" on WLVI channel 56, or, Jonny Quest when I was growing up!
Love you Steve, I get so stoked seeing a new video drop, house update, stealth, car, camp, or just about you and your family. I pray you, your beautiful wife, and crazy neighbor are all great. Thank you for brightening up many lives and spending your time with us folks on the inter webs
Steve with the rice cooker on his lap as he peeks in the sandwich maker. CLASSIC Steve. Love a good ol' fashioned car camp. I lived in a van in '08 did this more times than I could count.
I've used chain-hotel car parks for overnighting here in Britain. Also railway station, cinema, supermarket, school (weekend only), museum & even police station car parks. I like to go away for city breaks regularly & haven't paid for a hotel room for years 😁
Id be careful parking in schools though, even on the weekend there can be events going on and students coming and going. Just seems like there will be way more people/police keeping an eye on it.
Weird, part of the fun of trips to me is the cozy hotel stay.
@@madamebutterfly851 it's purely financial. For me, petrol to London & back is about £50. A rail ticket plus 2 nights hotel is about £250
Love the fact that you bought up living in a vehicle due to rent , I’m in the process of doing the same thing due to house crisis in New Zealand but watching your video makes me look forward to the fact and not drown over it 👌
Thought your labour Government gave you free accommodation.
Glad something could give you encouragement about it. I was at one point several years ago 10-12 years ago considering buying a long trailer and building a tiny house on it and live in rented lots and campgrounds and eventually buy a lot of my own. I thought it could be a lot of fun and a great way to see the country and find out where we would want to live. Takes guts to make that a lifestyle, guts or desperation and either way Good luck to you.
@@bertiewooster3326 Free housing? Are you sure you don’t mean England?
There sure would be some great "Stealth Camping" spots in our homeland of New Zealand. Or "Freedom Camping" as it's commonly called, although officially some forms of Freedom Camping are actually allowed here.........maybe not hotel parking lots though
Good to see a fellow Canadian wearing his poppy for Remembrance Day.
Keep it up Steve!
Thanks! Will do!
Amazing video Steve!
I worked night-audits at a Travelodge and to be honest, we really don't care! As long as the parking lot isn't at max capacity, we are understanding of peoples situation. There was a restaurant (Perkins) connected and we always assumed it was a line-cook going through rough times and just needed a place to sleep until his next shift in the AM. Never bothered people camping out in tents/vehicles since they were away from guests and we didn't receive complaints.
Many nights I'd do a walk-around and "catch" an RV hooked up to our hose+power out back, I was always friendly going up to give them the WiFi password and invite them in to use the pool+showers+gym since I know traveling in an RV can suuuck.
We work hospitality so we want to be hospitable, no worries hiding out on hotel property 100% !
You are the definition of pure class Daxton!
Out of curiosity what measures do the basic hotels have for catching lot campers? How frequent would you do rounds? It seems like there's never more than a couple staffers at night. Though I'm assuming there's at least some camera monitoring.
@@cjohnson3836 For the hotel I worked at, literally NO measures for parking lot campers, we can't just assume. It could be someone with a paid guest so we have no way of knowing and we're paid too little to care. Could be some guy just getting away from his business partner snoring in their double room. Only reason I ever noticed them is because I went out for a vape/puff after I got my paperwork done and noticed the extension cord / foggy windows LOL. Once and a while I'd bring out a bottle of water and leave it on the hood. Dissapeared by 7am when I leave work, confirming my suspicions.
I’ve camped at Marriott properties many times. Never had a prob. Also a hundred truck stops. Very few probs. Wally World is getting tougher and tougher. Some are ok but many are being posted. Have a friend that sleeps at 24 hour restaurants and Cracker Barrel. Not my fav but doable. Just be safe. It’s good to know there is a plan B if needed. And ya can’t go wrong with tomato soup and grilled cheese. One of the best ever.
Most of us as little kids would build forts in the living room and play in them. I get the feeling that's kinda what Steve is still doing, except outdoors :)
steve's videos are comical and entertaining, but they are also educational survival tips if you're traveling or just down on your luck.
Please don't stop making this kind of videos. Take care Steve! 👍
I think we need a "buy steve a breville fund" lol. i bought loads of cheap toastie makers and breville is truly the greatest of them all. Removeable toaster plates were what convinced me, i'm a man of simple pleasures.
I'm a fan of the old Black and Decker Waffle Baker. They've got reversible plates so you can cook sandwiches in them perfectly. I've also used mine for chicken breasts and pork chops.
George Foreman does great toasties 🍞 😋
"Have a little more tea here" *takes in hand the largest cup of beverage I've seen in my entire life. Love those moments
And it doubles as a nice piss jug after the fact 👍
I used to have to pick up my step son sometimes from his dads house. Sometimes I didn’t have enough money for a hotel, so I would drive up do a stelther, pick up the kid in the morning and go back home. I appreciate your channel 👍🏽👍🏽
Steve has the most genuine smile. It's amazing to see somebody really appreciate the small things in life!! It's a quality not everyone has nowadays
It's Veterans Day here in the US. Which is a day off for some of us in the finance industry. Completely forgot it was Thursday! What a treat.
We call it Remembrance day in Canada
I've been living in my Jeep Patriot for about 2 months now, and this was fun to see. I appreciate all of your content, but these kinds of videos are so cool because you have a ton of insight on how to do this well. I'm into it!
I used to sleep in a Ford fusion and I wouldn't recommend that car for a grown adult to sleep in, but I didn't have a choice though for a bit. Now I got a chevy Avalanche, and with that at least I can blow up an air mattress to sleep on if I want to "camp" in it, or too tired to get to my destination.
@@alexaa4538 small cars I recline the seat and sleep in a seated position. Wouldn’t be good for extended periods but it works for a few naps.
@@308dad8or for more than a year…
Steve you got me back into camping as well as providing so much awesome content. Thank you so much. Let us know if you ever come to Quebec.
Nothing beats catching a new campingwithsteve video and a nice cold frosty Step two!
Camping in the backyard tonight with my 6 year old. You inspire us, keep up the great content!
awesome!
Looking forward to this one. Cheers Steve
Steve are you always this nice? You're a since a laid back guy, seems like nothing ever gets to you, in fact I don't think any of us ever heard you yell or raise your voice.. nice to see this in a man..huge fan from Wisconsin..
Great video fun and entertainment great to see you wearing the poppy 🇬🇧🇬🇧
I just watch the OG stealth video that hooked me on you Steve, and now this video today.
I want to say I am so happy to see that you're doing so well. The contrast to today; you look great, you seem happier and more upbeat, you have signs of your hard work on your home and with your channel. Awesome to see for you and so happy. As my wife and I say, everything is coming up Milhouse!
As someone who has personally had their own challenges in life, it's great to see things coming on the up and up for you. Awesome work and keep it up!
Have you watched the OG boondocking video? Classic!
I look forward for new Steve content because I live with anxiety which makes it difficult to relax and after my days work before I go to sleep I love to put on Steve videos, and I'll rewatch old ones as I'm waiting for a new upload. Thank you for being fun, adventurous, explorative, and kind. I appreciate all of these things along with everything else. Love from United Kingdom, London 😊
Please grow up. “I live with aNxiEtY”
Hey Codie... Don't be mean... And "Grow up". Why shit on someone's comment when they are being thankful and kind?
And count yourself lucky if you aren't someone / know someone (& can empathize with someone) who suffers from anxiety.
@@codiefitz3876 Not really the attitude around here mate, you're the one who needs to grow up.
@@codiefitz3876 Oh Codie cookie...take a deep breath, remember to be kind. Everyone you know will appreciate it. Report back in a month or two.
These comments made my day thank you lovely people, on my lunch break at work and really made me smile thank you 🤗🤗 hope you all have a wonderful day and weekend x
Steve is so believable and un-afraid of appearing cheap or sneaky, his on the fly cooking keeps my mouth watering. Mr Original deserves his following.
>"Hey crazy neighbor, can I borrow your truck to go to the store?"
>doesn't specify how long it'll take him to get back from the store
this is one ive actually done. i stayed at the beach in a motel parking lot where i had stayed before inside the motel. i used their pool bathroom. it was a positive experience.
Oh yeah, I saw the spot at the same time as you. It was by the truck and dark, perfection
Steve went to three of his mainstays in this episode; Dollarama, McDonald's, and of course Canadian Tire.
Hard to beat grilled cheese and tomato soup! Motel parking lots are probably my first choice for stealth parking while traveling with just my camper van. My ideal spots are when I can find two or more hotels next to each other so I can park between them making it even less clear which place I might be staying at. I do always hate having to arrive late and leave early though!
found your page on youtube a month back. from colorado and been working through your videos, just have to say that you bring the best of what the internet is meant to be. keep up the great work and look forward to all the more you create
The joy he experiences just doing a overnight in a suv, love it man. Back to the good old days
Classic one Steve, back to the og concept 👍
im watching as steve said a grown man sleeping in a car and i am loving it , well done steve your a star .
i have lived outside for close to 4 years. when a snowstorm hits, hotel parking lots are awesome.
Netflix on pause, it’s camping with Steve time 🙌 where’s my step two…
That's exactly what we did!
I camp in a 2004 Impala. I’m able to tuck the black sheets in like you did in the Suburban, must be a Chevy thing.? I fold down the back seats, make a bed, crawl in with lower half of my body in the trunk. Raise the headrests on the front seats, put a black sheet over them as well as the back windows. Cozy as a bug in a rug! Beer cooler fits perfectly on the floor behind the passenger seat.
A treasure on Steve's videos are the donation messages. It's incredibly special to celebrate the big & small achievements with you all each week!
I can always count on Steve to get me through the rest of my shift!
I'm still on Step One, but CHEERS Steve!
Yes, Big ol suburban. Iv been living in a 1987 suburban about 4 years now all year round. Wish i could wagon circle with ya around a campfire.
"This best buy parking lot is so far the best I found" STEVE IS LIKE THE BOB ROSS OF STEALTH CAMPIMG!
Only Steve can take everything but the kitchen sink with him. I love his methods!
Cheers to you Steve and everyone on the channel!
Thanks 👍
"looking for something?" with that deep threatening character voice - best trick in this video, thanks 😎👌🏽
Well, I know *I* can't get enough of watching a grown man sleep in his car! Lol. Classic Steve!
I literally love that combo. Cheese toasty and tomato soup winner 🏆
When I was in Boy Scouts that was a classic. Most of the guys in our troop had the campfire version of that sandwich press. (We called it a pie iron.) We'd made tomato soup and toasted cheese sandwiches, then for dessert we'd make sandwiches with chocolate pudding, strawberry jelly, or other sweet fillings.
The "round about"was a good one.
This is the first time you've made me hungry Steve. Well done.
You rule Steve. Never stop being yourself
At 9:20 the delight Steve gets out of how well the inverter is performing is hilarious 😂😂😂
Steve is on his way to a million subs in no time.
Just in from work, jumped into bed. Boom Camping with Steve video. Perfect 😎
When you showed the early morning parking lot, it looked as if there were a few others in various vehicles that had been camping .
In New Zealand we have quite a lot of people in vans freedom camping . There's a parking lot in the city that lets them come in after 5pm . They all roll in and set up their place for the night, bringing out fold up tables and chairs.
I really like watching your content. Soo cozy and calm.
You truly are Bob Ross of camping.
The highlight of every Thursday is Camping with Steve!
The only problem I have with Steve is he only does this once a week.......... so we need to make sure we provide him with support to do this full time..... so i don't go through withdrawal! your video make me happy in these troubled time. keep it up. Your the man...... and Crazy Neighbor is always great. have fun. in fact my Brother and i last week did a camp out with a tarp tent last week with Mr. Buddy......lol..... Love the channel and keep it going.