Pretty smart to vacate Cali. Those poor folks are going to be scrambling about trying to find places to relocate to until the calamity is dealt with. See if your friend (Hobo Jo) would allow you to post pictures of her new trailer on your blog so we could ooh! and aah! over it!
I hear ya, Matty! I’m in a little GMC Safari out here. Been a rough couple of days. Can’t wait till the wind dies down. Makes for a miserable experience in such a small space. Trying to stay positive. Been playing guitar, catching up on reading and trying to make the best of it! Glad to see you’re in better spirits. Take care, be safe.
Grew up in Orange County, this is kind of normal, whenever Santa Ana winds blow something burns every year. Not to minimize the loss of loved ones. Now houses cover places we rode our motorcycles. Dry brown hills.
Got to the Skadden Wash on Tues at about 16:00 and set up camp. The wind hit in the afternoon and I didn't give it much thought. The wind increased and kept me sequestered in the Ford .. using my old Ford as my Tacoma 4Wheel camper rig is being repaired .. hit a deer coming home from Omaha, NE. I sure understand being stuck in rig .. the Ford is tiny compared to the 4Wheel camper. Anyway I had enough around midnight and bailed for home. Live in Tucson so a 4 hour drive. Met you once at the Skadden a few years back. 🤠
I was praying for you Matty. So glad you are okay n NOT in California. Good grief! Hey, I'm thinking about buying a small Shool Bus. It would be great to see you at the Palooza! Ha! ✌️ and you're not old. 😅
Good to get out of California safe really nice on the Oregon coast year round being stuck inside the van sucks even with a high top it does make it a bit better though I tow a 16 x 7 x 7 enclosed utility trailer has solar for microwave freezer and Camp Chef oven and all of my other things that make life more comfortable clam fire pit ect...it can be a bit of a pain to drag around but worth it for me good luck with your decision Peace
Glad you made it out of California and are safe. I was just thinking about Hobo Jo, good to know she’s okay. Hope she starts making videos again. Have fun out thee.😊
Hi Matty, I arrived in Q on Tuesday morning from Ohio. I am not missing the weather they are having right now. I am hoping the winds die down here too so I can enjoy more of being outside (living out of the van). 😊
I threw my back out staying in my low top Chevy van for too long. I’m in a 6 by 12 cargo trailer now. It’s regular height so I can just barely stand up in it. I have built a Murphy style bed so that I can fold it up and have floor space for stretching and light exercising. And it still sucks being stuck in here when it’s raining 🤣🤣
Now (winter) is probably a pretty good time to be looking at RVs and trailers - motivated Sellers and likely good 'inventory' in the market. Good thing YouGottaLottaMoney !!!
Matty the gas here Huntington Beach, California regular 3.99 supreme4.69 Arco gas station , Mobileis way more , the wind here was pretty intense. I live in E Ford 350 and my vehicle was moving and it’s still somewhat windy right now , it’s night time on Wednesday. No smell of smoke or any debris in the air .
Matty:just wanted to correct my information on the upcoming SkooliePalooza! It is in Ehrenburg January 15th through January 22and! The conflicting info on the dates is because someone tried to make it a pay event and to change the date! The one being posted in February in Ehrenburg is CC called the “Corporate SkooliePalooza” ! I don’t think it’s going to fly!!!!
I’m pretty sure the 2nd Skoolie messed me up this year. I’m missing everything, I thought it was in Feb I’m only now noticing I planned for the wrong Skoolie. Maybe I can go exploring instead.
Hi Matty , I’m in SoCal I’m south of the fires . It’s just devastating to see the destruction. I’m hoping to make it to Amanda’s meet up in a couple weeks Will you be attending?
I don't think they are from California way - they are coming from the north. But you can see the smoke moving in the western hills. Been talking to various women here for the RTR and they watch you too.
I'm in Northern New Mexico near the four corners if you need a place to stop and hang out on your way wherever give me a shout. I have property you can park on safely.
Not a gamer Matty? Everyone playing Path of Exile right now lol... you can spend 8 hours a day gaming on those bad weather days.. outdoors is nice but nothing like a long gaming session to feel young again lol... a few red bulls.. a nice gaming laptop doubles great as video editor.. anyways just my thoughts.. have fun
Pretty smart to vacate Cali. Those poor folks are going to be scrambling about trying to find places to relocate to until the calamity is dealt with. See if your friend (Hobo Jo) would allow you to post pictures of her new trailer on your blog so we could ooh! and aah! over it!
Im glad you got out of there, Matty. It's good to know you are in a safe place. 😊🩵
You could try hooking up and towing HoboJo’s trailer just to see what it is like.
One of best parts of living in your van. Relocation is a breeze! ❤
I hear ya, Matty! I’m in a little GMC Safari out here. Been a rough couple of days. Can’t wait till the wind dies down. Makes for a miserable experience in such a small space. Trying to stay positive. Been playing guitar, catching up on reading and trying to make the best of it! Glad to see you’re in better spirits. Take care, be safe.
Love them Astro and safari
Stay safe Matty
My heart goes out to all the people affected
Glad you posted and moved away from any fire/smoke interference.
Welcome back to Q Matty. Yes it is crowded and windy but not burning down here in AZ.
Stay safe, wise man ! God Bless always !
Glad to hear you left CA❤
Glad your outa there stay safe
Be safe out there and don’t let that cabin fever creep up on you. ✌🏻🇺🇸
Grew up in Orange County, this is kind of normal, whenever Santa Ana winds blow something burns every year. Not to minimize the loss of loved ones.
Now houses cover places we rode our motorcycles. Dry brown hills.
I had a stroke and I tow a 10' trailer.
Glad you're staying safe!
Thank you for updating us, was concerned about y'all out there! Safe and happy trails wherever they may lead...🕊️🙏🏻❤️🕯️🚐💨🛣️🏞️🏜️🇲🇽🇺🇸
I thought of you and those fires!! Glad to hear you aren't close to them.
Take care Matty.
I am saving for a Motorhome Winnebago Minnie Winnie at my age I need comfort. No towing for me.
Got to the Skadden Wash on Tues at about 16:00 and set up camp. The wind hit in the afternoon and I didn't give it much thought. The wind increased and kept me sequestered in the Ford .. using my old Ford as my Tacoma 4Wheel camper rig is being repaired .. hit a deer coming home from Omaha, NE. I sure understand being stuck in rig .. the Ford is tiny compared to the 4Wheel camper. Anyway I had enough around midnight and bailed for home. Live in Tucson so a 4 hour drive. Met you once at the Skadden a few years back. 🤠
Thanks again for sharing, MATTY
I was praying for you Matty. So glad you are okay n NOT in California. Good grief! Hey, I'm thinking about buying a small Shool Bus. It would be great to see you at the Palooza! Ha! ✌️ and you're not old. 😅
Can't believe the wind! Having a lot of wind where I live too. Glad you are safe!
Good to get out of California safe really nice on the Oregon coast year round being stuck inside the van sucks even with a high top it does make it a bit better though I tow a 16 x 7 x 7 enclosed utility trailer has solar for microwave freezer and Camp Chef oven and all of my other things that make life more comfortable clam fire pit ect...it can be a bit of a pain to drag around but worth it for me good luck with your decision
Peace
Stay safe 🦉
I'm glad you're out of California. Great decision. Those poor people need every drop of water.
Good for you. I have fam in fire area. Crazy
I have enjoyed you all the way back to Tennessee. Hang in there !
Smart man! Hopefully you are feeling better? God bless you , still praying for you ❤
Glad you made it out of California and are safe. I was just thinking about Hobo Jo, good to know she’s okay. Hope she starts making videos again. Have fun out thee.😊
MVH you are top shelf in my book. Glad your safe!
Totally understand about not having access to a real shower and wanting to have more space.
Glad you are safe bro
Hey Matty
Miss Hobo Jo.. tell her to post a video. Love your channel Matty
@Matty - Glad to know U are back and safe. We miss ya😊! Come visit if you feel like it.😁
And the clouds opened up an blessed you❤
Hi Matty, I arrived in Q on Tuesday morning from Ohio. I am not missing the weather they are having right now. I am hoping the winds die down here too so I can enjoy more of being outside (living out of the van). 😊
So glad you left and are safe. Its still spreading. Stay in Az. Please.
I threw my back out staying in my low top Chevy van for too long. I’m in a 6 by 12 cargo trailer now. It’s regular height so I can just barely stand up in it. I have built a Murphy style bed so that I can fold it up and have floor space for stretching and light exercising. And it still sucks being stuck in here when it’s raining 🤣🤣
Now (winter) is probably a pretty good time to be looking at RVs and trailers - motivated Sellers and likely good 'inventory' in the market.
Good thing YouGottaLottaMoney !!!
I was thinking about you being in CA. Glad you got out and are safe. Hope you are feeling better. I miss Hobo Jo. Hope she does a video soon. Hugs.
Matty the gas here Huntington Beach, California regular 3.99 supreme4.69 Arco gas station , Mobileis way more , the wind here was pretty intense. I live in E Ford 350 and my vehicle was moving and it’s still somewhat windy right now , it’s night time on Wednesday. No smell of smoke or any debris in the air .
2.65!!!
Love it
Right On, Matty😊
Nice to see you safe!
Stay safe out there, glad you ditched California for now.
Matty:just wanted to correct my information on the upcoming SkooliePalooza! It is in Ehrenburg January 15th through January 22and! The conflicting info on the dates is because someone tried to make it a pay event and to change the date! The one being posted in February in Ehrenburg is CC called the “Corporate SkooliePalooza” ! I don’t think it’s going to fly!!!!
Matty....File papers for The Mayor of Quartsite🎉🎉🎉❤
great vlog on travel keep up the great travel vlogs you do on channel thanks for share
I filled up the other day at Pilot in Quartzite. It cost $2.75 a gallon with my Pilot rewards.
So much destruction from those winds! Currently 5 dead.
I fled California six years ago. What a mess!
Next Schoolie gig is Feb 7th to the 14th out past Dome Mountain going West
Whats a Schoolie gig? I will be traveling and i am a musician.
A meetup of school bus conversations to an RV, on display, bands , crafts , for a week!
We will be at skoolie this year. Can always tribe with us.
Bro, sounds like you need a project to keep grounded! Cargo trailer? We all struggle with unnecessary bs … you’re a good dude
Bahaha, welcome back to the Q. I just got back from lake havasu city so I could pick up a dual fuel propane/butane stove from the home depot.
I've heard it isn't as busy as previous years.
I wish I could get gas for under $3. Nice.
a mobile home park was completely destroyed in Palisades.
I don't know if you've seen the channel Jersey and Her Nomads, but she has a nice travel trailer as well.
Does Jo still have a channel? I thought she shut her channel down. I missed her. She is a nice gal.
I’m pretty sure the 2nd Skoolie messed me up this year. I’m missing everything, I thought it was in Feb I’m only now noticing I planned for the wrong Skoolie. Maybe I can go exploring instead.
I just got to Q Monday night. I didn’t know if this wind was normal or not. Hopefully it lets up. Too windy for me
Hey dude😊
$2.65 gas!!!...here in Pensacola, FL, I just got gas @ $2.76 a gallon.
Hi Matty , I’m in SoCal
I’m south of the fires . It’s just devastating to see the destruction.
I’m hoping to make it to Amanda’s meet up in a couple weeks
Will you be attending?
I live in sd hotels have a feeling it's gona get crowded here that's alot of homes to lose at once
The advantage of wheels.
Don't forget about your groupies😊🦉🪶
Im looking at the Shasta 16RE small camper
$5-7k less back east, NOT Cali
I don't think they are from California way - they are coming from the north. But you can see the smoke moving in the western hills.
Been talking to various women here for the RTR and they watch you too.
My mom and aunt both lost houses in LA in the fire 😞
😢
I don’t know about where you are. I have found going to the laundromat very early the best bet
Watching Bob Wells and his new Rouser camping trailer. Headroom = 5'10" How tall are you?
6'2''
@MattyVanHalen Oops. You won't fit !
More relocating to TN
✌️
I'm in Northern New Mexico near the four corners if you need a place to stop and hang out on your way wherever give me a shout. I have property you can park on safely.
I’m in Quartzsite, Arizona also bro and would like to meet you at some point
i thought he must not be anywhere near the fires.
🙏✨️💝🙏✨️💝🙏
Not a gamer Matty? Everyone playing Path of Exile right now lol... you can spend 8 hours a day gaming on those bad weather days.. outdoors is nice but nothing like a long gaming session to feel young again lol... a few red bulls.. a nice gaming laptop doubles great as video editor.. anyways just my thoughts.. have fun
Where did you get your Swivel seat from? Do they have it at the big tent in Q?
2.99 in pnw of oregon
You will not enjoy California fuel prices $4.65 near me.
Holy Smokes….where is that?! I just drove from San Diego to the Bay Area, Sacramento & Redding and the highest I paid was $3.99. Cheapest was $3.48.
@Patrick_Ross Los Gatos was $4.60 last gas I filled was a month ago, now I see some $3.57-4.00 in Campbell.
Hey, how tall is the inside of a van ?
God vid get outside some
California is where I grew up! It’s beautiful, but has been conquered by a government whose philosophy of life conflicts with mine!
Should have prayed first, had a negative feeling when you said you were breaking camp.