Kiss the Salmon Goodbye - Back to VanLife
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2022
- In this video I wrap up the seasonal job in Alaska. I make it back to San Diego, CA to pickup my van from storage. I spent a few days with family before getting back on the road. I depart San Diego and head for highway 395. First stop is Fossil Falls in Olancha, CA. I immediately get hit with a heavy storm bringing flash flooding to the area. I navigate the storm and get treated to the falls flowing with chocolate milk looking water. I cook up some chicken tacos on the camp stove and feel grateful to be back on the road.
Thank you for being here.
*My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
Thanks for watching!
**Follow Your Dreams*
Yeah, I get that some people just come for the van life content, but most of us come here to see YOU! Personally, I just dig your vibe no matter what you film or where you go!
Boy did you ever say that well.
Brian is like a good friend that is always welcome,no matter how long between visits.
Brian's da man !!!
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@@willsonmarcus1709 Hello
We’ve missed you terribly and would never leave you during your work season. So glad you’re back on the road again!!!!!
AMEN to THAT !!! Welcome back, Brian!
@@willsonmarcus1709 How do you know Sherry?
I enjoyed The Alaska Series as much as Van Travels. It’s about the Adventure!Thanks.
Did you like the work better this year or last?
Salmon and hard work make your lifestyle possible and we just follow along, let's get your subs to 100k. Thanks Brian.🤣🇦🇺🤟
Missed you, been looking forword your return. Look out for floods every where. Yellowstone had a real bad flood, Flagstaff and Phoenix and a lot of thoes areas. Also Kentucky got hit real hard. Utah also has flooding.Check the weather reports before you make any travel plans because a lot of things got washed away. If its not flooding its burning. Good luck and be safe.
Thanks for your Alaska series! Good to know that remote areas such as Naknek still exist!
Brian, glad to see another posting from you. It’s always nice to see what’s going on with you. Safe travels wherever you go and keep the videos coming. Myself and many others look forward to watching your adventures. I’ve been a subscriber of yours for a long time. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Stay safe and stay healthy!!!
Hey Brian..I could feel your excitement getting back to the van and on the road again ! You made the right choice leaving..better safe than sorry 😁👍 Don't sweat the subs that leave..it's a treat watching your videos no matter how infrequent ! This time of year (Aug) is gonna be hot East of the Cascades.. Oregon & Wash. Western Wash is much more temperate..tho we just finished a week of 90° weather. Looks like that is behind us.. nothing warmer than the lower 80° 👍 Take care & enjoy the journey my friend 😁✌️
Thanks for this update. Fun to see you back in the van and traveling on!
Welcome back! These videos are about YOU and YOUR adventures. That's why we watch. We get to participate and see what happens as your life unfolds. At last, the video famine has ended. Thanks for taking us along!
Glad your back and all went well. When your away working, I consider it a blessing when your able to post a video. No, we have never met, but you feel like an old friend and it's good to see and hear your doing okay. It's refreshing to see your excitement to get back to van life. What a rainstorm!
Love the Kikkoman tee 👍
Glad you’re back. Safe travels back with Kelly.😊
Good to see you back in the van. That was crazy driving out of the flooded area. Smart move getting out while it was still low enough. Safe travels.
It's crazy you lose subscribers when you do seasonal jobs when you have plenty of videos of you doing these jobs over the years. Keep doing what you're doing!
Yeah, I found that truly baffling.
Shallow people!!!
@@okcantbelieveit294 why? Everyone is entitled to do what they want without insults from people like you. Now that’s shallow!
@@carmenmartinez2882 Ah, returning subscriber perhaps? Of course everyone’s entitled to their own opinion, except it appears, me! If you consider, what I said, was an insult, then you’ve led a very sheltered existence! Are you sure your name isn’t really Karen? Democrat are we?
@@okcantbelieveit294 not Karen that’s Your name keyboard warrior. Not a returning subscriber but if I was it would be none of your business either.
Glad to see you back, like the travel but love to see the seasonal jobs when you get a chance to film
Yes, you mentioned Kelly. I don’t know about anyone else but I’ve been holding my breathe waiting to hear Kelly’s name. 👏
Some places here in Nevada Texas which is outside of Dallas we're at $3.49 for unleaded
I'll echo the sentiments of others who have posted. I like ALL of your content and I'll stick around no matter the adventure! Stay safe and happy travels!
Glad you are back in the van. I can't imagine people can't hang on with your channel for a seasonal job. I know that nervous feeling when you are in the van and the rain starts coming down. I always think I am going to wash away downstream, lol.
I’m so happy to see you again. I missed you and I hope they let you bring back some of that yummy fish. Glad your home.
Good to have U back in the saddle Brian you thrive there my friend ☮️❤️to you and Kelly
Welcome back to the Lower 48 where it's been in the high 90's all across the country for weeks. Ugg! 🥵It's always nice to see your normal road life videos, but I also look forward to the Alaska work videos as well. No matter what you share with us, it's always entertaining. You are appreciated. Safe travels 🙂
Yum.... That Salmon & Spaghetti looked Delish....
Loved seeing the bear just strolling the river....
Even the Midwest is Hot - 95 today....
I will be dreaming of this next January during Winter....
Good to see you back....
Welcome back, and away we go!
Brian is the best nomad, he works for his money.
I just wanted to tell you that my husband was a huge fan from the beginning. He was One of your first subscribers.He followed your journey, celebrating all your successes and we would patiently await your next videos. You brought him many hours of joy, and inspired him to become a nomad., thank you for that.
Thank you for being such a good influence in his life. We were able to enjoy “vanlife” for 2 yrs in our converted shuttle bus. We were in the process of converting a cargo trailer when he sadly passed away suddenly on July 4th.
This is the first time I have been able to watch. I may have cried the whole video, not because it was sad but because it was something we always did together. We never watched one without being together.
I’m looking forward to seeing your continued adventures of you and Kelly. Thank you again for all great adventure!
We're with ya Brian. We like all your content. Thanks buddy !✌🏼
Should make a canopy seen people do it with tarps and pvc pipe etc .... jealous of the storm
It is good to have you back safe and sound. I look forward to many more years of adventures with you. Thanks.
Welcome back. I can't believe it's been two months.
Welcome back to your home. First video back and it was epic! Never second a move when it comes to safety. Plus the bike ride was fun to watch. Comment on the heat. You have seen my rig and this summer I cut a hole in the back door and installed a small cargo door. I then made a shelf and have a 2 by 2 on the outside and one on the inside to support the weight of my 5,000 BTU A.C. unit. I have 630 watts of solar and can run the A.C. with no issues if the sun is out. Battery just stays in float mode. I can also run it off my 1,000 watt generator if I would need to but haven't yet. Not sure how long it could run at night but with your battery set up I bet you would get a good run time. It would certainly cycle at night as the temps cool down. You probably already know all this but just wanted to throw it out there. Stay safe and look forward to your adventures.
👍 Better Safe Than Sorry! Glad you listened to your gut instinct, keep it up, someday it will save you! 🍀
I’m glad you listened to your intuition about that flash flood area of campground. People die every year being swept away by floods in campgrounds. Good to see you back. You have been missed!
HOLA MIJITO 👋
WELCOME BACK ❣
SAFE TRAVEL'S EVERYONE ,ONWARD BOUND ✌
Really enjoy all your videos! Your part time jobs are interesting and really like your van adventures!
Missed hearing, "Away we go!" Welcome back.
Are y'all going to do some of the BDR routes ? Backcountry Discovery Routes, BDR is a 501c3 nonprofit group that has several pre-planned routes, on and off road. There are videos of them on UTube.
Have a good time.
Wow, that time went fast. Stay safe,
1Don’t feel embarrassed! It’s always better to be safe than sorry. Always go on the side of caution
YAYYYYY! WELCOME BACK! I was just thinking "I wonder how VanMan is doing!" Maine summer has been BEAUTIFULLLLLL. Just got myself a little Kayak, started doing some fishing. It's been amazing soul food.
The man is back!
Good to see you back on the road. I've been following you for a few years now and always look forward to you getting back on the road. I enjoy watching the videos you do when you're working at your seasonal jobs, also. I think this seasonal Alaska fishing job might be my favorite of all of them. It's got bears. lol
Oh heck, I know your routine. Always keep track when you get back. Be careful with getting flooded, the weather's something else this year. Very unreliable.
Welcome home. More adventures on the road ❤️☕
Welcome back, Brian, and travel safely! On to new adventures...
Good to see you back on the road Brian. Safe travels.
Enjoy you and your content. Seasonal jobs is a real part of van life for most that doesn’t get seen. Most are here to just watch you and what you chose to share.
Glad you're back, looking forward to your next adventure. Take care and safe travels.
Welcome back! We've missed you!!!
Welcome back Brian, and away we go.👏🏻 👏🏻 👏🏻 👍🏻
Hey,just a note to say my xt250 does back fire a lot above 8000 ft elevation ,it don't effect anything but will scare the heck out of you if you're not familiar with it,it's couse of the fuel injection.
Yay! So glad you are back!
It's nice to see you back in your camper
glad to see ya back. rather be safe than sorry out there. no sense in putting yourself in possible danger. be careful out there.
I really enjoy watching the seasonal work that you do. Thanks so much for sharing!
Brian good to see you back. Looking like you might be close to a 100k subscriber countdown.
We're here! I have the highest regards of respect 🙏 for the working man. You're determination and lifes values is who we come to watch.
Glad to see the seasonal job went well. That's all part of van life is sustaining your life. Flash floods are to be taken seriously. You did the right thing.
Adventure around every bend in the road
I don't mind pulling a trailer at all (being an ex-trucker) and like yourself being able to back in 'bout anywhere, I can put it about any place I aim for. When I get out on the road I'll probably have a 9x12 or something a tad larger with duel axles. Good to see ya off the water and on the ground (all safe) enjoyed your vid's from fishville, was really interesting.
I look forward to the Alaska adventure every year. That was a quick 2 months!
Always love living through you and your adventures. Seen every video. Thanks Brian, good luck and have fun.
I think you made a good move getting out of there
Very cool, glad you made it back, we missed ya. That trailer looks great with your rig. Please stay safe!
Thanks as always, good to see you back in the van. Will miss the boat videos ain't gonna lie. Oh well there's always next season. 😎✌️
Back on the dirt, Ready to squirt, North to the mountains, Bri is a bounden,
Seeking vistas unseen,
Just a livin' the dream.
I enjoy the seasonal job videos as well as the other…
I didn't leave. Some people just have the personality for youtube, and you're one of them. I went wayyyy back in time and started watching you from the beginning. Very enjoyable!
welcome back. Looking forward to your vids.
Very happy to have you back! Excited for all the future motovlogs.
Funny, I think the seasonal job videos were perhaps the most interesting ones! Thanks!
YAY- you're back! Happy you got through another work season safely, & now you can be "home" on the road again, & meet up with Kelly; hope you have a good trip to WA~
You always have great content no matter what you are up to… I’ll keep watching. Your videos have such a calming effect on me ✨☮️💟☯️
Welcome back. I wouldn’t eat fish ever again.
Welcome back Brian. Thanks for keeping us
Informed of the Salmon days. I could image the fresh taste. Looks like tuff work
Enjoy the motorcycle trip
You need to check out equal flows air conditioning system it would cool it would cool your camper off
Hi Brian, nice to see you back safely! I always wanted to stop there on my way to sierras. I think you made the right decision! What a treat to see the falls run very cool!! Safe travels…🦅🙏🏼🪶
And you hang in there, too, Brian. I have thought about visiting Fossil Falls myself, but now I know it is even more beautiful with water. Good on you for being careful. 395 along the edge of the Sierra Nevada is one of the most magnificent places I have ever driven. Next time I definitely have to pull off and stay at least one night at the falls. Thanks for sharing it with us. And CONGRATULATIONS on another job well done. That momma brown bear and her two big cubs were cute (but dangerous I am sure).
Hey Brian! Welcome back to the lower 48! I am glad that all went well in Alaska, I always look forward to all of your videos. Thumbs UP!! 👍
Crazy! I literally was wondering about y'all and texted her. Then next thing I know, your video popped up! It'll be interesting how you choose places now, towing a trailer. ✌️
Van Dude is back at it. Rock on. ✌️😁👍
Rock on, Van Dude!
Been with you a long time..never seen you pour out the sweat like that..hot and humidity..welcome back ✌️👍
I checked every week to see if you had a new video. You were missed! I really enjoy your positive outlook. I am very impressed by your work ethic! Way to go!
Thanks for taking to the Alaska seasonal job. And now, "AWAY WE GO".
Hwy. 395 is the absolute best. So much to offer with spectacular views.
Brian. We have towed a 7x4 trailer for 3 years & we couldn't have done the trip without it, period.🙏❤️ . Glad you made the season safe & back on the road.
What a video! I was on the edge of my seat while you were going through those big puddles!! Glad you made it!!! Better safe than sorry, Especially when you have plans with Kelly 💕
You make it all look so easy!
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Glad your back, always enjoy your travels and cooking at end of video, safe travels.
Good to have you back, Brian! I see nothing wrong with making safety a priority.
Welcome home! Awesome trailer. Looking forward to your PNW bike adventure with Kelly! 👍😎🇨🇦📷🌮🐟
Brian, Better safe than sorry. I kept thinking you shouldn't stay there and get stuck.
You did the right thing by me! :)
PS When you were chopping up that Chilantro my mouth was watering!
I love that stuff!
Awesome first travel day for you, Bee-Rye.
Cool you saw more bears than any alaska cruise. It's been great to follow your summer salmon job. Thanks for sharing.
Trailer is great for you Brian especially since you boon dock more than stealth camp. Try to find D series trailer tires to limit blow outs!
Can't wait to hear more about the trailer and motorcycle. Thanks for sharing the last of your Alaskan trip. So glad you're back. I look forward to seeing more.
We follow you year round and enjoy your adventures. It helps us decide sometime what areas we head to with our campervan.
As for leaving the flooding area, smart choice. Yeah it ended up being ok, but it's always good to err on the side of caution! Your gut feeling was right. Some of that was deep and may have had hidden rocks unseen.
Welcome back to the Van!
Good to see you back. Looks like you just can't stay away from the water.
Lol 😂, oh my goodness! I love your kissing the salmon goodbye pic 💋
Free and on the road again! What a feeling, awesome!👍
Hello, we are still here and of course understand when you are working they are paying you to work! You were wise to move, there is always , the would have been ok, but we don’t have crystal balls! We recently were in a similar situation here in Australia. Hey great to see you back. Say hi to Kelly. Love and hugs from your Aussie nomad friends ❤️🤗😊