I’m living the dream, traveling with my dog across the country from NC. Enjoy every minute especially some of the accomplishments along the way. We hike and site see mostly in national parks and forests. Boondocking sometimes. Currently in Arizona 😊
Nice! I hope you’re enjoying the life! It’s quite the adventure, right?!? We’re returning to my home base to make some mods to the setup and pare down contents before I head out again. Safe travels! Maybe we’ll see you out there!
Wow, and yeah the gifts do interest me and I am going to give it a try. Btw I'm sure you heard of Bob Wells and all the get togethers he has down in Quartzsite Arizona. I've never been but it's something I am gonna try sometime, maybe you should consider. It will be good to be around like minded people for a bit. I think after awhile you'll get into a routine and a groove and will be all good.😉🦅
Yes to this. I travel part-time in a built-out minivan and I've been to the RTR every year since I started. It's a good place to mingle and start meeting people. HOWA has also organized several caravans where a nomad can travel with the same group of people, I think usually 15 or so, for as long or as short as they like. There's all kinds of sub-cultures in nomad life -- minivan people, yoga people I guess, dog people, motorcycle people, women-only, 12-step people, RUclipsr subscribers, people of color, etc. etc. -- anything people connect over. So I am building pieces of my own unique community over time and it's always affirming to regroup and see everyone again at the RTR.
@@michellecawleyyoga The short answer is Rubber Tramp Rendezvous, but that's rather meaningless right? So to answer your question I googled "history of the rubber tramp rendezvous" (except I misspelled that last word :) and got a good summary. It's all one long sentence: "The Rubber Tramp Rendezvous (RTR) is a yearly gathering of nomads, primarily van dwellers, founded by Bob Wells, who is considered a prominent figure in the van life community, as a way to create a sense of community and provide a resource for people living a mobile lifestyle; the event is typically held in Quartzsite, Arizona, and features workshops on topics like solar power, vehicle maintenance, and safety for nomads of all experience levels." The HOWA website has details. HOWA is Homes on Wheels Alliance. The RTR has a few days for women followed by a week for everyone, and it's free.
It's going to be ok! If you are in the desert, keep walking 🙂 The struggles you describe are real, however, I'd like to remind you that people living in houses will have issues like heating, plumbing, or electrical problems. But while most people have to rely on paying someone to fix it, you can fix it yourself! You will find your tribe. Making this video might just lead to some of the other tribe members, but van life groups on social media, events, and meetups will also help you find like-minded people. I am not sure what you do for a living, but may I suggest you turn up the hours you spend making money for a while. It will counter the need for funds to upgrade your solar array and travel budget, and while it will bring down the number of hours you are bored (it might even add some human interaction), do it now while you have the time, cause once you find your tribe you won't have as much time, and you will probably need the money 🙂 I hope this helps you take new steps in the direction of your dream life.
Thank you for the encouragement! I too believe my tribe will find me and everything will fall into place as it should. I plan on teaching yoga over the winter to earn some additional income, which will help. Do you teach yoga?
I’m living the dream, traveling with my dog across the country from NC. Enjoy every minute especially some of the accomplishments along the way. We hike and site see mostly in national parks and forests. Boondocking sometimes. Currently in Arizona 😊
Nice! I hope you’re enjoying the life! It’s quite the adventure, right?!?
We’re returning to my home base to make some mods to the setup and pare down contents before I head out again.
Safe travels! Maybe we’ll see you out there!
@@michellecawleyyoga yes it is! Research areas to hike and see somedays and other days just go with the flow!😊
Wow, and yeah the gifts do interest me and I am going to give it a try. Btw I'm sure you heard of Bob Wells and all the get togethers he has down in Quartzsite Arizona. I've never been but it's something I am gonna try sometime, maybe you should consider. It will be good to be around like minded people for a bit. I think after awhile you'll get into a routine and a groove and will be all good.😉🦅
Yes, I’ve heard of both. I hope to attend an event or two next year. The gifts are amazing and worth the effort!
Yes to this. I travel part-time in a built-out minivan and I've been to the RTR every year since I started. It's a good place to mingle and start meeting people. HOWA has also organized several caravans where a nomad can travel with the same group of people, I think usually 15 or so, for as long or as short as they like. There's all kinds of sub-cultures in nomad life -- minivan people, yoga people I guess, dog people, motorcycle people, women-only, 12-step people, RUclipsr subscribers, people of color, etc. etc. -- anything people connect over. So I am building pieces of my own unique community over time and it's always affirming to regroup and see everyone again at the RTR.
If you organize a meetup at the RTR, you'll have a pool of folks to hang out with there, and probable cross paths with throughout the year.
That’s a great idea. What does RTR stand for?
@@michellecawleyyoga The short answer is Rubber Tramp Rendezvous, but that's rather meaningless right? So to answer your question I googled "history of the rubber tramp rendezvous" (except I misspelled that last word :) and got a good summary. It's all one long sentence: "The Rubber Tramp Rendezvous (RTR) is a yearly gathering of nomads, primarily van dwellers, founded by Bob Wells, who is considered a prominent figure in the van life community, as a way to create a sense of community and provide a resource for people living a mobile lifestyle; the event is typically held in Quartzsite, Arizona, and features workshops on topics like solar power, vehicle maintenance, and safety for nomads of all experience levels." The HOWA website has details. HOWA is Homes on Wheels Alliance. The RTR has a few days for women followed by a week for everyone, and it's free.
It's going to be ok! If you are in the desert, keep walking 🙂
The struggles you describe are real, however, I'd like to remind you that people living in houses will have issues like heating, plumbing, or electrical problems. But while most people have to rely on paying someone to fix it, you can fix it yourself!
You will find your tribe. Making this video might just lead to some of the other tribe members, but van life groups on social media, events, and meetups will also help you find like-minded people.
I am not sure what you do for a living, but may I suggest you turn up the hours you spend making money for a while. It will counter the need for funds to upgrade your solar array and travel budget, and while it will bring down the number of hours you are bored (it might even add some human interaction), do it now while you have the time, cause once you find your tribe you won't have as much time, and you will probably need the money 🙂
I hope this helps you take new steps in the direction of your dream life.
Thank you for the encouragement! I too believe my tribe will find me and everything will fall into place as it should.
I plan on teaching yoga over the winter to earn some additional income, which will help. Do you teach yoga?
@@michellecawleyyoga it sounds like a great plan, and no I will leave teaching yoga to you☀
Alone is ok for a month or two for me ...but after that I start to get a little bit crazy..
I hear ya! I’ve been able to break up the solitude by visiting friends and family, which has helped.