A TERRIFYING START TO VAN LIFE IN MEXICO (Baja California)

[@aintwurfnufnifitaintfree2853]

About the sequence beginning at 4:47, it's kinda sad that so many youtubers feel the need to explain themselves (and in other cases self-censor) to appease the dullest, most timid, most neurotic, most perpetually offended viewers in the audience. Anything outside of the ordinary (in other words anything worth uploading/watching on YT) introduces some sort of added risk. There's literally no way to get away from that apart from simply staying home. Which, in the end, is really what those people want you to do, even if they don't consciously realize it. So don't dumb-down your content to appease them. They project their fears, their self-loathing and their nihilism onto others, that's how they cope with being them. Most of us would never think of judging you if something happened to your pet, instead we'd offer our moral support to try and help you through it. While we may not be as vocal or as strident as the sanctimonious ones, never forget we vastly outnumber them.

[@woodenclogs5830]

100% agree. This newfound fearfulness of everything imaginable has to stop or we’ll be cowering in the shadows forever.

[@robertrauter8459]

about a you tube heklers or offended parties......in the word of my religious icon Ricky Gervais open the window look in side if you dont like it DONT SCREAM ABOUT IT just close the window and move on.......live and let live or help and let others help

[@LilyAmongThorns]

@@robertrauter8459 love Ricky Gervais❤love that he recognizes the hypocrisy in Hollywood as well as in himself. He doesn’t let anyone off the hook for trying to be self righteous. We all make mistakes, we are all human, so unless we are talking about a murderer or rapist, etc, we need to understand that just because we might be in a higher tax bracket or on tv or in movies, that fact doesn’t make us better than others nor more intelligent. I’m so tired of “woke” people thinking they need to force other people to think and do as they do. We are (most of us) doing the best that we can and many are probably living more conscientiously than the woke loudmouths trying to make us better with their crazy notions.

[@OverlandingSophia]

This is so eloquently written! We really, really appreciate this. Somehow you’ve managed to capture one of the biggest issues at the heart of anyone’s KZbin channel. It’s a sad reality that the idiots are always a loud minority, but they aren’t who we’re making these videos for. We’re making them for people like you who get what we do, people who don’t want us to apologise and who don’t need to have life spoon-fed to them to understand the subtle nuances and messy areas of it all. Love and appreciate you and this comment. Thank you 🙏

[@joodm5641]

Still enjoying your videos. I really felt your pain reliving Scout and the scary near miss he had with the coyotes. Thank goodness you’re still the 12 legs we all know and love. Look after each other and keep very safe xx

[@anna-mariemarinelli3186]

That’s exactly what coyotes do. They lure their prey away into traps. Once he was tired they would have turned on him and made the kill easier. They are extremely intelligent and adaptive. I am so glad he finally responded to you. Further south you will have more coyotes, jaguars and other predators. I never in a million years would have thought you were careless. I have seen your love for your pups. Be safe, walk in peace and keep your wonderful videos coming!!!

[@christine4670]

Oh wow I didn't know that😳

[@inekeblom7138]

So great that Scout finally listened and turned back

[@OverlandingSophia]

I’ve heard that too 😔 The worst was not knowing how it was going to end. Thank god he listened and stopped! 🙏✨

[@Mythos131]

Coyotes luring dogs is a myth that has been completely debunked.

[@woodenclogs5830]

Definitely not a myth. They are super intelligent. On the farm one would hobble along the fence line and our 2 dogs would chase after them. The other coyotes would hide and then come in behind the dogs. We lost one in a flash before we could run out of the house.

[@markanthonyharrison5153]

I haven’t commented for ages but I just had to say that the quality of your filming…The editing, music, transitions, etc is so so good. They are genuinely short films of real quality and your new videos are my Sunday night treat when I go to bed with a cup of tea and my iPad.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hey Mark, thank you so much, that really means a lot to us 🥹 Love to be a part of your Sunday evenings! xx

[@TheQuietMidden]

What a beautiful place to camp. As for the coyotes, they weren't running from Scout, they were luring him into a more vulnerable position, away from you, the van, etc. There definitely could've been more coyotes waiting farther back. It's funny and sweet how Scout just sat down when he finally registered your panicked voice. He's adorable and you did nothing wrong. Things happen - even to people like you two who take an immeasurable amount of time, patience, love and care with your dogs. Rest easy and happy trails.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much 🧡 Not knowing what he'd find at the end of the chase was the scariest thing. Can't tell you the relief when he stopped. He definitely had a look on his face of 'Woops! Shouldn't have done that, sorry Mum' 🐶

[@vickybassett5138]

No one would ever be able to question your love for those two dogs, they are so well looked after and happy lucky dogs to have you both. Glad you were able to get Scout back safely.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much Vicky 🥹 We do love those pups like they’re our children!

[@coby1111]

OMG guys. You didnt have to explain how much you care and love the dogs. These things happen and thank God everything turned out OK. Look after yourselves and I await your adventure as always. Love Coby x

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks so much Coby, appreciate that 🧡 Sending big love and lots of Baja sunshine to ya xx 🌞

[@anne4083]

So glad everything turned out OK!! 🐕💓💓 Loved you having tea on the beach and dancing in the sand with your fur slippers on!! 💃🏖️🎶😂😂🤗

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Anne! Haha peak happiness levels right there! 😍 💃

[@lindagordon3581]

I felt your concern over Scout’s scary chase, and you going after him is the reason why it turned out okay. Your baby gate is perfect!

[@OverlandingSophia]

We think so too! I must have looked and sounded like a crazy banshee chasing after them all 😂 👻

[@lindagordon3581]

@@OverlandingSophiaFor me, your socks told the story.! Coyotes are my neighbors and my two dogs have been lured in to the cornfield by them. I managed to get my mud boots on, grabbed a baseball bat, and went after them just like a “crazy banshee too! My story ends like yours and that’s why I felt you.

[@SlowTransitTimes]

Wow guys, what a traumatic experience. The coyotes tried to lure them away for sure. All your shouting and running definitely helped. You all are lucky. Please take care and relax now. ❤️

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Agnes, it was a very scary for us, especially never having any experience with coyotes before. Thank god they stay away from the beach 😅🥹 xx

[@christine4670]

Thank heavens you and your fur babies are ok🥺! You're both so NOT irresponsible Life happens and pups are fast. Everyone is safe and sound😄🙏 Keep being safe🤗

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Christine, really appreciate that ❤️

[@tekmantoo]

I'm loving your Baja adventure. I love Baja and your choice of music and videography is just outstanding. Your videos are so enjoyable. Continued safe travels and love from California.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much Andy, this means a lot to us 🧡 So happy you're enjoying the Baja adventures! 🌞

[@baublesanddolls]

Omg, I can't imagine how scared you must have been. I'm so sorry you had to go through that, but happy everything turned out ok. What a horrible tragedy that would have been. Accidents happen in a split second, although no fault of our own and we blame ourselves with all the woulda/coulda/shouldas. I accidentally lost my beloved parrot on January 16 and I'm sick and heartbroken. I'm a senior who lives alone, unable to work due to health, and will never be able to afford another one, not that he could be replaced. He was my boy, we were joined at the hip and he went every place I did. I sold all of my gold jewelry to get him in the first place. My heart actually hurts as he's all I had to keep me company. We never get over losing our pets. So glad this had a happy ending. Hugs 💕

[@OverlandingSophia]

I’m so sorry to hear that about your parrot 😢 Pets can’t be replaced, it’s impossible to explain the bond you can have to someone who doesn’t know. Sending you big hug and lots of love xx 💕

[@baublesanddolls]

@@OverlandingSophia Thank you. You both are so sweet and I look forward to your videos every Sunday. You do an excellent job and your narrating is excellent, so natural without a high-pitch or phoney voice like so many youtubers have. I love that you're both animal lovers too. Stay safe. Hugs 💕

[@brianweedy9212]

Scout, don't be a hero stay with your Mam and Dad. Great video again , thanks.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha exactly! Tell him Brian 🙌

[@Aaron-P]

So glad your scary situation turned out okay! Like you said, that could've ended tragically. Scout, you were no doubt protecting your pack in your mind, but stay, Scout, stay!! Good dog. What a beautiful spot you found. With vendors bringing food to buy, I could see myself getting fat and tan there until I ran out of pesos. 😁 I know who your friends are that are coming!! ❤️❤️ As I type this, they may already be with you. Can't wait to see you lot back together. 🤗❤️❤️😎👍xx

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes he was definitely protecting us, but we don’t know how to tell him we don’t need him to protect us 😅 Getting fat and tanned is pretty much exactly what we’ve been doing here! Made all the more worse by the delivery of multiple bottles of wine from you know who 😉😂 xx

[@peterdaigle4772]

So pleased you escaped the coyotes without casualties. Pack animals are strategic by nature. I can only imagine how messed up that was. The beach camping area looks absolutely fantastic! Fresh sea bass on cast iron is always a treat. Thankfully Ben is in shape so he could paddle himself to shore, otherwise that shit could've gone south very fast. Be safe you four. A la prochaine.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yep it’s crazy how quickly the weather can change once you get outside the bay. The wind has been pretty crazy here the past few days in Baja. Picks up out of nowhere!

[@TalkThroughFood]

How exciting for you guys! We are so excited to see the adventures ahead !!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks so much guys ❤️

[@ThatGirlLib]

OMG, this video raised my blood pressure. I’m glad everyone was okay. Reminds of the time in college when my roommate and friends went to Yosemite. We were in path area walking and there were other tourists around… and my roomie was walking her dog on a leash (full grown boarder collie about 40 lbs). She was on one of those retractable leashes and the leash wasn’t fully extended as there’s to many people around she would try to say hi to. In one split second a mountain Lion cut through the path and grabbed her dog so hard and fast that the leash was yanked out of her hand. She started screaming and running after her dog. I was in shock, other tourist ran after her right away. Then I started running but I’m not in good shape. The mountain Lion dropped her dog and ran off. Her dogs name is Mindy and she didn’t make it. When Mindy was snatched we didn’t hear her yelp or bark. The cat grabbed her by the neck and ran. The vet said her neck was broken. She wouldn’t have survived even if any of us got to her sooner. Even with precautions, you still have to be cautious. At no time did we ever think a mountain Lion would be near so many people, they’re usually further out. Nor did we expect to see one come out of nowhere and cross our path. One bite in the wrong place was all it took. Please continue to be safe and cautious. 😘🐶

[@OverlandingSophia]

That’s absolutely awful 😢 I’m so sorry to hear Mindy didn’t make it. That’s the problem with wild animals like this - they aren’t like stray dogs. They know how to kill and how to kill quickly. That must have been heartbreaking for your friend 💔

[@darren7422]

Delay your trip north. Winter is a month behind, and you're likely to encounter minus 30 in March and cold wet weather and late snow in April and May in Canada. Need to consider ice/ferry crossings, if any, along your route. Move your northbound route east through Alberta, take highways 93 and 40 to Dawson Creek to start mile zero of the Alaska Highway. The actual Pan American Highway is inland through New Mexico, Utah, Alberta etc. meant to be a trucking corridor and although interesting, you might like other routes better. PCH on the trip back down a must. Safe travels!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks for the heads up! The red line is just a rough indicator of our direction of travel, anything more specific will be decided nearer the time. We won’t be in Canada in March, in fact we won’t even be leaving Mexico until then. But we are aware that the Dalton Highway isn’t always passable for non-winterised vehicles like ours even in May, so we’re keeping our options open. We can’t delay by too long because of the visa situation for the US so we have to make do with what we’ve got and adjust, plan and prepare accordingly. If plans need to change they will. And yes, can’t wait for the PCH 🌞🫶

[@jopaylor1127]

Scout is a hero, he wanted to protect you ❤️❤️❤️ I could feel your anxiety Ches, I would be exactly the same!! Here comes the hot stepper will be an ear worm all day now 🤣🤣 Take care guys, love you all xxxxxx

[@OverlandingSophia]

He is so brave ❤️ But we need him to be less brave please. Haha I hope you bring out the dance moves too when it pops into your head 😂 xx

[@DavidHaney1]

GR8 VID ~ LOVED ❤ IT !!! Your superhero power is finding so many great spots like this beach in Baja !!!

[@OverlandingSophia]

The best beach ever, going back in a few days! 😃

[@russellbelliveau1694]

Holy moly so glad it turned out ok, it’s strange that they came so close though. Looks like you are having the time of your lives on the beach that’s great! Enjoy and relax! See you next week

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yeah they caught us completely off guard in the daylight. Otherwise that door would have been shut tight! Can you believe we STILL haven’t torn ourselves away from this beach 🙈🧡

[@davery07]

Great video this week. LOL at the dogs "watching" 🤣

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thoroughly unimpressed we were eating fish without them 😂

[@davery07]

@@OverlandingSophia Ha, you could see it in their eyes.🙂

[@theresahassan2576]

So glad Scout and all of you are ok! Loving your Baja adventures!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Theresa, Baja has been amazing so far! Minus the coyotes 😳

[@steveleonard5206]

We first explored Baja in 2004. Loved it and planned to go back. In 2008 we went back and loved it again and went further south, but it was already noticeably more crowded. With the explosion of new people traveling in RV’s & camper vans in North America, I’m not sure I would bother to go back again. But I’m glad that you had a chance to experience it (notwithstanding the coyote incident)

[@LostInTransit]

what an amazing park up in Baja - really want that breakfast now!! Sorry you had such a terrifying experience with the Coyotes, so glad your pups are ok! XX

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks guys! Baja is pulling out all the stops, don't think it gets better than this?! ❤️

[@always.wondering.wandering]

I had read about the coyotes on your Instagram and now seeing the landscape where it happened I can see more what you were dealing with. It's hard to believe those packs were just out there in broad daylight and ready to pounce. Scary! Loved your editing and music on this video, it makes me want to head down to Baja right now. What a lovely place to Winter over. I like the way your trip intinerary has turned out and you'll hit the seasons just right as you go. Looking forward to your meet-up with friends and I think I know who. Take care and enjoy the Baja Life.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Such a huge open space! Benefit of that was that we could see Scout and the coyotes, rather than through trees or anything where we wouldn’t be able to keep up at all 😰 We can see why people come here every winter! Pure magic here, hope you make it down here in your van! 💛 xx

[@always.wondering.wandering]

@@OverlandingSophia Crossing my fingers I can go there next Winter.

[@tinamcloughlin2710]

Glad youre all safe. Beautifully shot video such talent both of you. Thank you for sharing. xxx

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks so much Tina, that’s so lovely to hear ✨💖

[@darrenleblanc3800]

You are very brave and thankfully you are still alive. And thank goodness that the dogs were not harmed. My pup saw some deer across the street when I took her out, we have coyotes too but they keep to the woods and hills mostly. Safe travels the rest of the way!!! You're welcome to spend a night or two at my summer home on the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton if you're ever back in Nova Scotia too.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah thanks so much Darren! Might have to take you up on that offer if we're ever back on the Cabot Trail! We got pushed off by Hurricane Fiona so still have unfinished business there 🧡 🤪

[@Cup_Cake_LVR]

Tread the Globe joining you guys

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes! 🥳

[@aliciathom9633]

Glad the dogs were safe, after the scary encounter with coyotes! All looks beautiful! I guess Chris and Marianne are coming! ❤️

[@OverlandingSophia]

Not the start to Mexico we anticipated! Thank god Scout stopped in the end. And yes, very very good guess 🥰🙌

[@jillianwhite4601]

So glad Scout is OK I would have been really scared as well. Love where you are staying. Stay safe. 💕for River and Scout.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Jillian, more adrenaline than we expected during those first few days in Baja 😳 🧡

[@drivingnbandbeyond]

Glad everyone is ok, and you got your steps in for the day. I am glad the good boys never took off after our coyotes in Atlantic Canada, they are twice the size of those ones down South.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes! Aren't your coyotes crossed with wolves too? Coy-wolves? We heard a pack when we were near Acadia but that was it. Got our steps in for the year 😆 💛

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

I miss Sophia and her canine and human occupants. We enjoyed having you here in the Maritimes. Why go to Mexico I was thinking? But after this week I'm thinking how can you NOT go to Mexico?! A polar vortex cold snap here with temps well below freezing! Who cares about coyotes, I care about warmth! And in Atlantic Canada, the native species of predator and prey would be wolves and caribou. Deer are an introduced species and coyotes are not native to this part of the world. They just sort of moved in.

[@michaelrmurphy2734]

@@OverlandingSophia Wolves are the native species here. Coyotes are an invasive species.

[@elliemacdonald9857]

What a beautiful spot. ♥ The fear you must have felt when Scout chased the coyotes. Amazing they didn't attack. Can't imagine the emotions at that time. Bty,love tge doggie gate. Safe travels

[@OverlandingSophia]

It was pure fear 😢 Thankfully it ended the only way it should! Never want to go through that again, Scout will be on a lead in the van when there’s coyotes about 😅 xx

[@aSC_na_kolenke]

Emotional video. Take care of yourself guys. Thank you for the weekly videos - they are very beautiful.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much Sergei 🥰✨

[@suewiltshire8092]

I've just watched the latest video, seeing where you were and just after the chase made things much clearer than just reading about it. Oh my goodness such a huge flat area, thank goodness he finally came out of the red zone and reacted to your screams. I could still hear the panic in your voice and to know River was in the chase, phew, I'm glad it ended how it did. Scenery and beaches are beautiful, it's definitely the place to go for vanlifers in the winter. Stay safe, love Sue and Bryn xx

[@OverlandingSophia]

In some ways it was good because we could see where he was going, imagine if it was in a forest 😰😰 But also not good because he could get his speed up and he was gone! But thankfully it ended well and it’s just something we can chalk up to experience. Sending lots of love and hugs to you both xx 🐾

[@Amyfarrin38]

You guys are living the dream, just amazing. Just got back from Mexico myself (holiday) and they are the nicest most genuine people, been there three times and I just love it. Plans to upgrade my small camper to a sprinter, just got offered a fully remote job, hopefully soon I will be able to follow in your footsteps. So glad scout was okay, scary stuff! love every one of your videos ❤️

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much lovely! 💕 Totally agree about Mexico, we’ve fallen in love with it so far. No doubt you’ll make it happen and be down here enjoying these beaches with the ocean on your doorstep! 💖💖

[@PHILIPPEADELINA]

This was so scary! You are Lions going after your furry kids like that! So glad nothing has happened. On the positive side it probably made you bit more cautious (not like you needed it) but I guess it’s like a small preview of what can go wrong out in the wild. Great video as always ❤

[@OverlandingSophia]

It didn’t even cross our minds not to run! But it was awful thinking what could happen. Thank god it didn’t and now we know Scout is lightning around threats the van door won’t be open unless he’s tied up too 😅🧡

[@inekesauerbier5861]

Unbelievable scenery again and again.... Love you show us on the map your route.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Baja was so incredibly beautiful! We have a paper map for our trip north now 😍🧡

[@travelswithforrestflo1239]

Great Vlog, as usual. Glad Scout is okay. What a scary moment for you all. Love a beach location, we have a whippet, who absolutely loves chilling in the sun like Scout. We reckon you’re meeting up with Tread the globe. 💛

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks guys ♥️ Yeah Baja beaches are everything we hoped they'd be and more. At least we have one dog who knows how to enjoy the sun! 😅 xx

[@suzybeetravels]

It must have been terrifying to watch scout in the distance. So glad he stopped eventually and that you can run so fast! 🐾 💜 Looks like that site is exactly what you all needed to chill out for a while and enjoy the beautiful beach 💕 Beautifully made video, it's always a pleasure to watch you four 💜xx

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hey guys, yep there was no way our little legs were keeping up with a pack of coyotes and Scout! 😰 These beaches are honestly such a dream, there’s no reason to leave 🌴 xx

[@FEARNoMore]

There's a video on YT from a couple of days ago of Ghost the dog that was abandoned by their owner in the Las Vegas desert as a puppy. He was accepted in the Coyote pack and lived with the coyotes for months, sometimes leading the pack.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes we saw that too! Crazy!

[@markplenty2631]

Hi Guys, hope you’re well, I heard about this on Instagram, what a scary story! Scout is a brave dog! Baja does have a great look, the water is so beautiful! Great road analysis.. and a very good parkup, good tip on the stingray’s. “Alaska, and what did she say” what a random place for petroglyphs.. I think the turtle 🐢 shall be called Michelle 😂.. sun on the water is so picturesque, it can’t be any better. Food deliveries are nice too.. Ben’s pineapple eating you? 😂😂😂.. you gotta have a cup of tea and a bit of cake! Ah the dogs look on their face as you were eating! Keep living the dream guys, see you next week!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hahaha the name Michelle for a turtle is genius, never heard that before 😂 We’re guessing the petroglyphs were much higher up the mountain but got pushed down to that pile when they build the road! 💛

[@McGrathPete]

Marianne & Chris 😊. Looks like an amazing spot to stay, glad you’re all ok.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Got it in one Pete! 🥳

[@sharonkeough8588]

Glad you are all ok. Coyotes are scary. Killed a young hiker in Cape Breton a few years back.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes we remember reading about that, that young girl. It was on the Skyline trail I think? We only heard them once in NS, when we were in Acadia xx

[@azstargazer912]

KZbin suggested your channel to me a few months ago and I am glad it did. I subscribed after watching that video. You are both fun to watch, along with your pups. I am glad they came out of the great coyote chase unscathed. Looking forward to watching your journeys up to Alaska. Stay safe, have fun, and thanks for sharing.

[@OverlandingSophia]

This is so great to hear, thank you! So pleased you’re enjoying the videos, we can’t wait to start the trip up to Alaska!

[@pelinbulent4892]

Wow! That was a traumatic start glad everything ok and after that you end up in heaven by the beach 👌👌👌 love your kitchen dive in there all day cooking. And I believe the lovely Chris and Marianne will be joining you can’t wait as I follow them as well xxx take care and stay safe

[@OverlandingSophia]

The kitchen is one of my favourite places in the van! Wanted something nice and big so we could cook lots of delicious food 🤤 Hehe you were completely right! Had the best time with that crazy pair 🙌❤️

[@51marshmellow]

OK, so 'knowing you two' even a teeny bit, watching your coyote sequence made me so scared for your pups and you. I know what it feels like when your dog runs off in their vicinity ... YIKES. I am so relieved for you and so thankful. OMG. You deserved a gorgeous beach to end up on. It would take me days to get over that! And I must admit I was salivating over the fish and the carrot/banana bread. Thinking I could easily polish that off in a day. I had no idea that there were so many little beaches to enjoy the same exquisite views and lovely water. Eagerly looking forward to next week's video. Two nights ago it was -3F or lower here and now it's bounced back into the 20's-30's. A veritable spring! Lots of love❤❤❤❤

[@OverlandingSophia]

It was one of the worst experiences we’ve had, but the beaches definitely gave us that rest and relaxation we needed to calm the nerves! Fish and banana bread deliveries help as well 😋 Think this part of Baja is all the best that it has to offer. Such a dreamy place! Sending some extra sunshine to you and big hugs xx 🧡

[@51marshmellow]

@@OverlandingSophia Big hugs back to you oxo Ellen

[@Calicocat-icu]

So glad that scout ended up being safe..what a fright! Just wanted to say that sea bass looked delicious..cooked over the fire yum yum🤤🤤

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Sandra, yep he definitely got the adrenaline pumping! 😳 🧡

[@theawfulangler]

You don't need to justify your actions! Scouts protection instincts kicked in. And when those animal instincts kick in they're hard to control! Glad everyone's OK 🥰

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you 🙏 So true! Instincts like that are very hard to control.

[@Rubbereyes]

I’m really enjoying your adventure.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you Bob, so cool to hear that 🫶✨

[@LilyAmongThorns]

@@OverlandingSophia here’s a little tip for your cutting board: sprinkle with lemon juice, then with a tablespoon of baking soda. Rub it into the surface and leave it that way for about a hour before rinsing. Viola! Bye bye bad garlic odours. 🙂👍🏼

[@jackiecaffrey771]

So glad you're all ok after your coyote experience! My guess is that you'll be bumping in to Marrianne & Chris, looking forward to watching you all x

[@OverlandingSophia]

Very good guess Jackie! 🥳🧡

[@chokolatelatte4764]

Oh my, so glad Scout is OK. Silly dog, maybe he falsely thought they would be good to play with 😔 Probably you all in the chase too saved him as would appear to the coyotes you were all after them. Baja looks lovely 😍

[@OverlandingSophia]

It wouldn’t surprise me if he wanted to play too, but whatever he was lost to the chase 😢 I think us screaming at the coyotes definitely helped! We were like banshees 😂 xx

[@geraldsouthard7092]

Absolutely loved this episode…after it was revealed that Scout was okay. Coyotes are very present where we live (in Southern California). Enjoy…but continue to be aware. Thanks for your vlog.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Gerald, there have been coyotes almost everywhere since we were in NS but these came much closer in daylight than we’ve ever known before 😳

[@penny9950]

Tread the globe . love watching your videos

[@OverlandingSophia]

Got it in one Penny! 🥳

[@abduramax]

So scary! So happy everyone is all good😮

[@snoman1999]

A traumatic start but what a beautiful ending 🚐💨❤

[@OverlandingSophia]

Rollercoaster of emotions this week! Nice to see your name pop up Ian, whereabouts are you guys now? ❤️

[@snoman1999]

@@OverlandingSophia - Hey 👋🏼 we’re in our usual winter home of the French Alps atm 🏔⛷🏂 Looking forward to May when we’re back in the van 🚐 and heading to Turkey 🇹🇷 eventually (following yr footsteps) with a few other adventures mixed in 🚐 🌎 ✈️❤️

[@rvnomading6326]

OMG guys what an ordeal!!! Wow. So glad they are both OK ❤️ And that baby gate is a great idea but it won't stop Lucky lol

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yeah it was an awful experience 😢 haha nothing stops that cat, remember how he climbed over the bedroom door?! His middle name should be Houdini 🐱

[@markwatson7515]

It get's warm once you cross the Tropic of Cancer. The sea too! It's a bit crazy on the southern coast but if you go up on the West Coast to Todos Santos it's quieter and there's an artist colony there. Also check out Santa Rosalia, there's a church they're meant to have been designed by the man who designed the Eiffel Tower in Paris. If you ever get back to Mulege, drive down on the north side of the river and there's a beach Taverna that used to serve the most amazing garlic soup - not sure if it still does but if it does it's well worth it. Even my father who hated garlic really liked that!

[@OverlandingSophia]

We’ve decided we aren’t actually going further south on this trip, saving it for when we come back in October! Will explain more in a later video but we were only just reading about the church today! Will have to check it out, pretty cool story 🌟 And given Bens horrified reaction at the thought of garlic soup, we need to try and find that place!

[@roamforloam7917]

Wow. What a location. Amazing park up!!!.. Was wondering -as you’re in Baja -if you’re gonna meet Mike from drive the globe. His truck is awesome!… Extra safe travels guys (after the coyote incident)….👍

[@OverlandingSophia]

Don’t watch Mike but will check him out! So many Van life/vehicle dwellers here it’s amazing!

[@susanmusgrave7885]

Thanks for showing Scout from the beginning of the story so we knew he was okay but how terrifying! I've always had small coach built mohos two with a stable door great to make sure dogs don't leap out, I'm sure if I had a slider mine would have been over the horizon long ago! So glad all was well in the end. As for the rest of the video, wow how idyllic thanks for sharing 👍 🐶 🐶

[@OverlandingSophia]

Scout can jump so high from standing we don’t even know if this baby gate will work, but hopefully it dissuades him just a bit! Sending belly rubs to your little ones! 💕🐾

[@kenp4464]

Outstanding vid. Thanks again!!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Ah thank you Ken! 🥰❤️

[@sallybiddick]

Lovely video. Glad the dogs were ok! Do you think the petroglyphs were the first form of park4night reviews😉... Are we about to see Trudy roll into town????

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks so much my loves. Hahah yeah maybe we should sketch Sophia into a rock! “Great beach and ocean views here” 😆

[@asaandthemarchharepart2903]

Haha the pup's watching you eat at the end from behind the guard. You little bugger Scout running off. Beautiful video Both What a awesome parkup. If you drive down a rough track you possibly find the best ones and quieter ones. Perfect spot for a pair of Brits to have there afternoon tea. Keep Loving the Adventure Both. Love and Hugs ❤️

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha very unimpressed we were enjoying the fish without them 😂 The best places are always down rough roads! What’s your afternoon cake of choice? 🧡

[@asaandthemarchharepart2903]

@@OverlandingSophia Victoria sponge cake. Simple and tasty 😋

[@AdeleMcAlear]

I've done the drive from Vancouver, BC to Watson Lake, Yukon. Be sure to take time to stop at Liard River Hotsprings between Fort Nelson & Watson Lake. Lovely natural hotsprings.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Sounds beautiful, thanks for the tips 🙏🧡

[@AdeleMcAlear]

@@OverlandingSophia Also, I'm not sure if anyone has told you, but the Alaska Highway is mostly a gravel road (and lots and lots and lots of Black Spruce for as far as the eye can see). There are refueling stops every 200 miles, often with a helicopter pad and usually a small store, sometimes camping. (At least, that's what it was 20 years ago.) If you see signs for "the best cinnamon buns in the universe", that's the location of my scariest encounter of that trip (the stuff of horror movies, for real.)

[@pelinbulent4892]

Blinking autocorrect!!! I meant I’d be in your kitchen cooking all day - lovely and cosy xxx

[@OverlandingSophia]

😂😂

[@Scottwhittysydney]

HAHAHA. Love you guys. I haven't watched them all, but I check in on ya, and I'm so glad you're having the time of your lives! Love from Cape Breton.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hehe love this Scott, thanks for checking in on us 🥰 All good over here! Sending love to Cape Breton!

[@lindataylor6093]

Wow scary but all safe. Phew. Fab park up and food looks great too. I guess Chris and marianne with the dog food. Take care x

[@OverlandingSophia]

Very good guess 🥳

[@nickthomas181]

An amazing and scary opening to this week's vlog, so glad you're all ok. How many KZbinrs does it take to change a light bulb? Well unless your in Baja that could be an unanswered question as it would seem there are so many of you there. Tread The Globe, Eva zu Beck, Eamon and Bec, Overlanding Sofia. That's just the famous ones..... I reckon you should have a Van Life International Summit Meeting. Instead of travelling on the road to Prudhoe Bay and wrecking the van and they have huge mosquitoes. Have you thought of taking the Canadian side on the Dempster Highway from Dawson City to Invuk a route Itchy Boots chose as a safer option?. You still travel through Alaska before crossing back into Canada. I thought Baha was warm all year round you've surprised me there. Wishing all a safe and prosperous. week

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha Baja is a van life mecca, there must be thousands of them here! The Dempster highway is arguably more rugged and rough than the Dalton Highway. Plus the Pan American officially starts in Prudhoe Bay so we HAVE to start there! 🌟

[@pamelamckoy7618]

Hey you two! thanks for the clearing up of the route, i totally get it now. the map was very useful I need the visual or I am lost ! Baja is lovely it seems, just an fyi here in Halifax we were minus 25 yesterday! stay safe xo

[@OverlandingSophia]

You're more than welcome! Happy to hear it cleared things up for you - I know we've taken a long winded way to get here 😂 🧡

[@dclineshouston237]

Another great video.. keep them going

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you! Plenty more to come 🥰

[@tpkddashcamvideos3402]

Make sure to spend some time on Vancouver Island on your way back !!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Absolutely! Wouldn’t miss it! 😍

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

Wow I never saw anything like that in Mexico. Saw a Bob cat carrying a hair on N. America. Glad your all OK. 🙏❤

[@sandrabutcher1961]

Thank goodness everything ended up fine, are you going to meet up with fellow you tubers? maybe Tread The Globe or Eamon and BEC

[@OverlandingSophia]

One of those is correct! 🙌❤️

[@Michael-wg1mt]

Good to see you are having a great time in Mexico, I want to be there too. What is that small portable fire pit and where did you get it. FYI, I heard the vender say carrot cake. Lol my favorite. Happy the kids are safe and did run off to join the pack.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha yes we've since realised he sells both carrot cake and banana bread! 😂 The one we were cooking on is by a brand called Lixada, we got it from Amazon. I think the one we used as a fire pit is also on Amazon but we got it as a gift from Ben's mum so not 100% sure what it's called! 🧡

[@mesutozsen903]

Eline emeğine sağlık bu güzel vlog için kolay gelsin hayırlı işler....👍👍👍👍

[@OverlandingSophia]

çok teşekkür ederim 😊

[@misshollypocket86]

I need Francesca’s jacket 😭

[@OverlandingSophia]

It’s from Free People! But a few years ago 🧡

[@Alex-qn4hb]

Been waiting for this video!!! Its so wholesome regardless of the coyote scare. ❤❤

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Alex, think that beach was just what we needed after the drama of the coyotes! 🧡

[@Alex-qn4hb]

@@OverlandingSophia yess! Just watching the vlog brought me so much peace and calmness so I can only imagine actually being in this paradise

[@davidfisher268]

A really good one thanks

[@richardbanks6025]

Another lovely video!! I appreciate these so much, since we are in Baja for 3 months, its like your our travel agent, because we are in the area. By the way, if you see a crazy Canuck standing on the side of the road wearing a white hat and waving, that would be me ,LOL, Oh by the way glad your coyote encounter ended well. Safe travels

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha we'll keep an eye out for you Richard! 🧡

[@denisecafferky2248]

Thank god scout is ok. But that beach park up 😍

[@suzannehayward1540]

Omg im so glad your all ok what a beautiful beach to end on BUG HUGS STAY SAFE❤️❤️❤️❤️🏖️🏖️🏖️🏖️

[@suzannehayward1540]

Big hugs 😂😂it was supposed to say

[@OverlandingSophia]

Hahaha love this 😂 🐞 🐜

[@HLsab]

One of first things I taught my lab was to come when his called , he and I spend a lot of time in the Australian bush where there are a number of nasty animals that will kill him . It’s not to late to teach your dogs to stay when commanded , especially since you are travelling it’s essential.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thanks Luke. We do train the dogs to return on command, stay, wait, lie down etc and they are both trained regularly. You might not know but Scout is a rescue from Turkey. He is part Akbash which is a LGD, and once he is in the “zone” with a perceived threat - breaking that focus with recall has been extremely difficult and is something we work on constantly with him. But Akbash don’t rely on human commands to work like labs or our other border collie, and so he has a very strong independent streak. It’s why he’s on leash all the time we’re out if there’s wild animals about etc, but these coyotes caught us off guard because they approached the van in broad daylight. He’s still a pup though and he’s getting better and better all the time. This was just an example of instincts going above and beyond anything else 🐾

[@mikepotts4867]

i believe you mention when you were here in Nova Scotia that you were going to meet Ben,s brother .Enjoy have fun

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes we met him in LA before reaching Baja! Was sooo good to see him after so long ❤️

[@Heather-JM]

Such a scary thing to happen thank god it worked out ok for you all. If I was you 2 I’d stay on the beach for while…6 months at least 😅 looked like heaven x

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha we’ve been here two weeks!! 😂 It’s the longest we’ve ever stayed anywhere in the van. Can’t bring ourselves to leave ❤️❤️

[@keltic_nomad]

greetings guys from a very snowy cold Sofia city, so glad this will be my last cold winter as I'm moving to the Philippines to live in June this year, good vlog guys stay safe

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes sounds amazing! Sending some sunshine to you from Baja before you make it to the Philippines 💕

[@LilyAmongThorns]

To keep your cutting board odour free sprinkle it with lemon juice and then with about a tablespoon of baking soda. Work it into the wood surface and leave on for about an hour and rinse. This should remove the garlic smell from your board. Hope that helps ❤️

[@LilyAmongThorns]

I edited because I meant to say baking soda, not baking powder…also, vinegar can be used instead of lemon juice. I think vinegar might work a bit better.

[@OverlandingSophia]

This is wonderful, thank you! Will give this a go, no more garlic flavoured pineapple 😂🙏

[@LilyAmongThorns]

@@OverlandingSophia I love using baking soda as a cleanser. It is natural so no harsh poisonous chemicals and as a scrubber it doesn’t make scratch marks. ❤️ And also vinegar on glass helps remove and dissolve calcium deposits like windows or on shower and kitchen tiles too. My husband and I love your videos. We look forward to each new episode. 🙏prayers for safe travels and many more memorable adventures that will stay in your memories forever. 😘❤️🙏

[@tacorevenge87]

There’s pumas too and jaguars down south.

[@willshow5958]

glad alls well we love the dogs also

[@OverlandingSophia]

❤️❤️🥰

[@friendofGod99]

Scout scared me and I wasn’t even there😳 he will always be the inquisitive street dog I think. Very happy that you all are ok. When’s the coyote incident head concluded as usual? I smiled all the way through your vlog 🙂. I wish that I could go there and do that but I know those days are over but I can live through your Vlogs 💜. Thanks and I can’t wait until next week!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha yeah bless him, his guard dog instincts came out strong when he could sense the coyotes. We think he could smell them throughout the days when we were there, so when they came so close to the van he was gone. So glad you're enjoying the Baja adventures Starr, finally some sun and warmth! Sending sunshine and love up to you 🧡 🌞

[@erdincgurer9036]

I think this Scout dog is a turkish akbash. Known for suspicious, protective instincts, the Akbash dog is fiercely independent and can be a challenge to train into an acceptable family pet. But they never leave you and guard you even they know they could be killed by coyotes. The Akbash dog's guarding tendencies can make these dogs prone to “alarm barking,” sometimes to excess.

[@OverlandingSophia]

You're absolutely correct! He is part Akbash for sure and he has strong genes. He is very aware of our surroundings whenever we'er on walks etc and everything you say above is true. Although he is very much a loving pet and is a lovable lump most of the time! We've managed to calm his alarm barking but when he sensed the coyotes, his instincts 100% took over. Sending all our love to you in Türkiye, praying your family and friends are safe ❤️

[@shirleygroves8139]

Thank god you can run fast . Lots to tell tread the globe x

[@bettinal.7123]

Hello, thank you for sharing your expierience. I am sorry you had that very scary moment with Scout. You care about your dogs very much. I am glad nothing has happend. I don't write comments very often because my tablet keeps switching the words to german ones. But I just wanted to say that I can related to your feelings very much. Best wishes from Germany

[@OverlandingSophia]

Thank you so much Bettina! We appreciate the support and are glad you’re enjoying the videos, even if you don’t comment often. Feeling so grateful nothing worse happened with that coyote chase! 🐾

[@kelliemarquet8518]

Im in BC Canada and often had coyotes in our yard. one day I let the dachshunds out and our little lion Rylee chased a coyote I hadn't seen...Coyote picked up Rylee and I shrieked..coyote dropped the dog and We were running...I was about 50 meters away and would have helplessly watched my puppy be carried off by the coyote....lucky day for us

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh my god that’s awful 😢 Thank god he dropped Rylee! That must have been terrifying to see and was so similar to us - that feeling of helplessness while your dog takes on coyotes. I’m sure if you weren’t there he would have been gone xx ❤️

[@vesawuoristo4162]

Wow up to Alaska and down south , quite a haul. Sorry about the dog scare , makes a decent story tho.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Oh yes, it’s like driving from London to Pakistan and back 👀

[@JimmyAllenPhotos]

What's interesting is that the coyotes came out during the day. Here, in Central Texas, they usually only come out at night. They must be really hungry.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yes it caught us by surprise! An entire pack in broad daylight, right up to the van. Crazy.

[@rvnomading6326]

Chris and Marianne right?! They are stalking you 🤣 My love to you all 💖

[@OverlandingSophia]

Correct! Although if you look at it, it seems we are stalking them. First Turkey, now Mexico 😂 Love from all of us 💕💕

[@ianhoughton3349]

Wow, close shave for poor scout being street dog he’s probably had a flash back to more primitive times. Glad he’s ok, some well deserved R n R there, seems like every van lifer on the planet is in baja Eamon n bec ? Los renegades ?

[@OverlandingSophia]

Yep he’s got a bit of an independent streak has Scout! He’s also part Akbash which is a guardian dog and he has a strong instinct to protect. Don’t think he’d hold up well against 7 coyotes though bless him. And yes Baja is a van life Mecca! 🌟

[@kimbeaney6747]

Good early morning, how scarey that must have been loosing Scout to the wiley Coyotes.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Wiley indeed! Approaching the van in broad daylight! 😳

[@suewellings4500]

What a terrifying experience with the coyotes. However, as scared as you were for the dogs, they could just as easily have attacked either one of you. Take care.

[@OverlandingSophia]

Coyotes are generally afraid of humans and it was probably us they were running away from more than Scout. There's no way we were going to stand back and see what happened 😢

[@deanolson3804]

What a beautiful adventure. Leave it to the Turk to pick a fight with the locals to protect his family. That looks like so much fun. Good for you. The food smells amazing. And the sea air. Yes I invented smell-o-vision :}. Stay safe and lots of sun screen brits seem a little pale. Cheers, keep the faith Dean Yay tinkerbell

[@OverlandingSophia]

Haha I wish we had smell-o-vision! The fresh sea air and delicious tacos, it would be great 🤤 Xx