How I Solo Car Camp in the Woods and Visiting Crater Lake 🏔

[@zorazorazorzzora8333]

Louie I posted this but I don’t see the comment... This lady lives in your area.. she is the oldest Parker ranger.. 99... has roots from Louisiana.. I’m also from Louisiana... that said ... you’re probably familiar with her en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betty_Reid_Soskin en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betty_Reid_Soskin

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

What 👏🏽 a 👏🏽 G👏🏽 WOW thanks for sharing this!

[@alexandraLDLT]

As a Latina I was always concerned about some of the dangerous I would face out there on my own but watching your videos reminds me to face my fears and just do it. I can't wait to get my van. You are such an inspiration for woman of color thank you for sharing your adventures with us.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you for watching! And safe and happy trails to you when you get out there! ✨✨✨

[@exploringauthenticity5350]

Agreed ❤️

[@tjmarie6554]

Thank you for sharing!

[@wendyjo9267]

So beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

[@christinamerritt9669]

Beautiful!!! Wow I loved seeing the snow that thick and Crater lake is a dream. Magical looking area

[@kate2804]

The view was immaculate. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@nancysesson8190]

It's nice to watch you up here in my area I hope you're really enjoying your trip. I think you play guitar pretty well and you have a beautiful voice

[@CatherineMoore888]

Your voice is so mellifluous. Thanks for singing and playing. Restful, lovely. Hi William

[@danid8448]

Love love love LOVE your discussion on Native land and rights! Thank you so much for that 😊

[@mayamikolynn6825]

I love when you said that you don’t have to be good at your hobby. You’re so right. I really appreciate you sharing your journey with your fans. I’m truly grateful

[@itsmrblack]

Quite the scenery

[@latashamalone1015]

Loui, you are so talented and you have such beautiful energy! Thank you for sharing with us!😊

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you for watching! 💓💓

[@taycooney]

Ahhh the first van lifer to finally talk about Landback and addressing this is Native land!! Love to see it!

[@Julie-l7r]

Omg 😲 i LOVE crater lake!! My family used to go there in the summertime & it was always my all time favorite place to camp...just simply beautiful ❤ thx for letting me relive all those wonderful childhood memories with this video 😊❤

[@RicardoRoams]

As a Jeep owner, I love that you are traveling around in a Jeep. There are many KZbin videos on learning the basics of off roading. I especially appreciate including Native American history and indigenous peoples stewardship of the land. More people should educate themselves in these areas. I recently purchased a Garmin In Reach GPS satellite communicator. You can find them at REI or Amazon for around $450. At 70 years old, I won't travel or hike without one. Love the guitar, too. Have fun and continued safe travels.

[@geraldinerferguson3837]

Love the beautiful views of the lake. Thanks for sharing your videos.

[@SaintsPurgatory]

Thanks for the little song performance Loui. I really enjoyed the vlog so much, you and William are so special and precious.

[@keishafortune7714]

Wow that scenery is majestic and picturesque....a must see ..its awesome that you get the opportunity to experience these wonders.

[@valerierichardson458]

Simply beautiful!

[@JasenWoodworth]

Crater Lake is amazing! We went swimming in it in August, so beautiful. You should try to get back in summer.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Woah you can swim in it!?!?

[@JasenWoodworth]

Yes! There is a hiking trail down to the lake, you can also jump about 30 feet into it. We have photographic evidence on our IG @nubi_river_farm

[@philonline247]

Crater lake is amazing definitely aging that to my list off stops

[@darktolightnow]

You played the guitar very well and nice singing too. Very cool outro🙂

[@giveupghosty]

Your song totally sounds like a variation of Tiger Mountain Peasant Song by Fleet Foxes. It was one of the first songs I learned and one of my favorites to play. Your singing voice is beautiful, and such a treat to hear. I hope you keep finding time for music! If you haven't seen them, there is a brand called Outdoor Ukulele centered in Bend Oregon, and they make ukes AND guitars that are made out of polycarbonate. The sound is not compromised, though. You wouldn't know it was made out of plastic just from hearing it. They are impact, and climate resistant, and can be fully submerged in water, so you don't even really need to put them in a case. My boyfriend and I play our tenor ukuleles from them every day, they're definitely travel sized!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yes the song I’m learning is in fact Tiger Mountain Peasant Song! I HAVE to check those guitars out now. Maybe it’ll be my reward for keeping with my hobby!

[@cenedraleaheldra5275]

Beautiful spot. May you find your bliss

[@stacyepps4703]

I love when y'all share it pic's of places y'all go because I don't go out of my towns !!! I like seeing other beautiful places where I can't get too

[@Clarinda1963]

So beautiful.. William sure enjoyed his toy.. 😊

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Hey Clarinda! I hope all is well! 💓💓

[@emersauce]

that lake is unreal!!

[@heartdawg]

I just love your spirit and videos! Plus you have the most soothing voice on KZbin! Stay safe💓

[@shawnvandoren1796]

I live in Oregon and really appreciate seeing Crater Lake perspective from your drone

[@carolreid876]

I truly enjoyed the video. I was so stressed and your video relaxed my mind and calmed my nerves. Thanks and God bless. Be safe. 💞🙏🏼

[@sugarmaster8986]

This was a great video! Loved the song you had playing at the end! So amazing! Can’t wait to hear more music from you!

[@jamieabel477]

The garmin inreach mini is $50 off at REI right now

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

😱😱😱 thanks for the tip!

[@pamconley4322]

loved you playing your guitar. I feel the same way about my uke- it just makes me feel happy when I play. It’s my meditation. It stops my constant inner blabber😘

[@jasonpetersharpe]

Great shot selection of Crater Lake! Unusual and heavenly

[@SherriceSledgeThomas]

You are amazing! Keep living your dream.

[@MsLB-lm9mu]

In my dog's prime, I went to the dollar tree and got several toys just for that purpose❤ watching William brought back happy memories 😊

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

I should do a dollar tree run!

[@MsLB-lm9mu]

@@AdventureTimeLoui hey that's a great idea!!! I find some of her favorite treats their too and she's picky💖

[@shonthomas4842]

I would love to come out there and do that

[@user-pn4mm1us2i]

your so amazing!!! I LOVE your Videos! puts a smile on my face every time... Much Love .....

[@lilshonnie17]

The ending was soo soothing

[@michellestratford9753]

Really great thoughts on the Native rights. I'm in Canada, specifically in British Columbia, where we've done an historically terrible job of working with our First Nations, but about 20 years ago we started to at least try. For example, every time anyone from any level of government gets up to a podium, they first acknowledge that they are standing on the traditional territory of whatever Tribe it is. We also embarked on a massive Treaty plan, working on ways to give land management rights to the First Nation Tribe of each area of the Province. We still have a long way to go, but at least our awareness is slowly coming up. Thank you for another great video!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Wow that is SO advanced compared to down here. I’d love to see the US follow in Canada’s footsteps...at this rate though chance feel grim. I’m still hopeful though

[@michellestratford9753]

@@AdventureTimeLoui I watch a lot of young women KZbinrs. I'm not really sure why, as I'm old enough to be your Mothers, lol, but maybe its because you all give me hope for the future. From what I see of you all, your country is on the verge of a sea change of empathy and understanding. I think we Gen Xers need to just get out of your way, as we have unfortunately left you a huge mess to clear up; environmentally, socially, politically and just about every other way. But I think collectively your generation is more aware and understanding of your responsibilities to the world around you than we ever were at your age. Maybe the one thing we have done right, was to raise your generation to be the one who gives us all hope. (Sorry. My 32 year old son says I channel my inner Morgan Freeman sometimes 😂). All that is to say, I very much enjoy your videos and the way you wonder about those who came before you. Travel safe💗🚙🇨🇦

[@MsSato-zk9mz]

I love your voice! Amazing clear beautiful sounds! I would like to hear more your singing .

[@exploringauthenticity5350]

You should look into getting a satellite emergency communicator ~ my friend uses them for when she goes on solo backpacking trips when she has no service 🌱 I plan on getting one when I’m on the road full time

[@Ms13cats]

Oh my gosh! It IS so beautiful. It really is. I enjoy hearing you talk about this topic. Also you're totally on about learning to enjoy a hobby...instead of all else we Will make that! :-) Thank you singing playing at the end -LIKE!

[@selfcareforsuccess]

Spectacular views!

[@BigDee0903]

This video is so relaxing, soothing and beautifully well shot.......I love it!

[@darlenekeene755]

Crater Lake is just amazingly magestic.

[@sylviaaguilar4550]

So peaceful

[@KC-nj6hx]

Wow, that is so beautiful (Crater Lake)..it almost looks fake 😄💕

[@bigtsperspective5831]

It’s an old valcano

[@debrajackson9700]

I really enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@jheighten7568]

Loui, I so thank you! The honesty of fearing nature and the words of encouragement is what I needed to hear. I love nature but I also fear it but I am ready for o explore it but I am terrified and at the same time excited. I do not know what to call my emotions. In June 12 I’ll be going to Tennessee for my first camping. 😬

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yyayayay!! You got this!! You are going to have a fantastic time I just know it 💓

[@jheighten7568]

@@AdventureTimeLoui yipeee. Let’s do it. I just took the backseat off, there is No stopping now. Thanks!

[@ShaniceSol]

Ahhh so gorgeous! Definitely need to plan to hit that place up ASAP 🤩

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

YES DO IT DO IT!

[@ZeldaJeanE]

Getting one of those Garmin out of range devices would be a key investment for safety, even if traveling with others.

[@tiffanysmith1174]

This entire video was absolutely beautiful from being to end! Keep up your hobby please!?

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you!! And yes mam’! The hobby will continue!! Hehe

[@lizard_like]

12:09 dude you neeeed a telephoto. it will open up so much joy and so many possibilities for you, especially based on what you said there

[@jesb333]

Love your landscape shots! I recommend a DJI OM 4 as a gimbal; makes shots like those super steady and cinematic. I just got one and I love it! You're doing great things, keep it up

[@matissta]

Great video, the last few moments of the tree footage, with you playing and singing was just lovely.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you Mia!

[@jongamez4086]

You should get a keychain pepper spray, or one with a runners harness, that straps to your hand, they weigh nothing, and at least you’ll have something. I got surrounded by a wild pack of dogs ounce, and that was near town.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

How scary! I’m glad you were okay 😳

[@astroalia]

Hell yeah!! Im here for the acoustic forest adventure tunes!

[@agentbey]

You bring up a very important observation. From my observation, every National Forest I've visited, has some acknowledgement either with name or a signage once land owned and managed by First Nation People.

[@agentbey]

I wonder what is the real story behind how the land was acquired.

[@LandRoamers]

Louie, I just subbed to you today. I moved from my duplex Saturday into a fifth wheel. Cut my bills in half…possible travel is in the future but I also want land in Florida. I’m really enjoying your video so far and I’m super excited to watch all of them. 💜

[@ThisIsLifeNow]

This video was so relaxing and soothing. Yes, living in nature is also my goal. Thank you for sharing yours and William's experiences.

[@OneFrugalDuck]

I saw Crater Lake three years ago. Freaking beautiful up there! And yes the reception is horrible. Our rental vehicle’s satellite radio was spotty in certain spots in Oregon. That’s pretty bad 😆. Stay safe on your solo journey ❤️

[@charlycarter6806]

Crater Lake was just added to my bucket list

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yayayay! I was hoping someone would get inspired to go!

[@journeytobalance]

I read the comments before watching and was like yeah yeah, just another lake and then...😱 AMAZING! 🤩🏔

[@kylesummers4884]

Haha it’s funny you were camping in Florida about 45min away from me!, and then I traveled to Austin/Denver/Boise/Seattle/ and now I’m at creator lake too!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Small world! I hope you having the time of your life!

[@kylesummers4884]

@@AdventureTimeLoui ditto girl!

[@blahblah2blahblah260]

OMG that is so beautiful! It looks like you're standing in front of a giant postcard! Geese that is so gorgeous that you for sharing😀

[@blahblah2blahblah260]

Thank you for sharing

[@clarawallner9853]

what fleet foxes song is that ?? your singing and playing was so beautiful ! :)

[@giveupghosty]

Sounds like Tiger Mountain Peasant Song!

[@clarawallner9853]

@@giveupghosty thank you!!

[@linkee57]

Love you!!

[@anniespence4988]

Since I first saw a pic of Crater Lake I have wanted to see it in person. It does look so picture perfect. Are you able to drive right to the viewpoint or is there any hiking involved?

[@antoniobaez6282]

You can drive right up to the "view points". There is a visitor center we stopped at with picnic tables, a hotel, souvenir shop and I think a ranger station. We cooked breakfast that day, it was sunny and warm, not too many people around, just a small group of children on a ranger led adventure. Definitely a must visit park.

[@anniespence4988]

@@antoniobaez6282 Thank you for those details! Much appreciated.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yes Antonio know what’s up! Thanks man!

[@festorfamine]

Want to immerse in nature 5-6 months? Do one of the long distance thru-hike, aka the Appalachian Trail, The Continental Divide Trail, or the Pacific Crest Trail. The PCT passes through Crater Lake.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

YES! I really hope to do this in a couple years. I’m thinking of doing the one that goes through Wales next year maybe 🤔

[@GwenDeeful]

Yes this is an amazing video. My only advice is to always carry some paper maps with your electronic devices. Enjoy the beauty of nature.

[@christinamerritt9669]

I love your jacket..where could I get one..who makes it?

[@novenebainter6866]

Crater lake is beautiful. I enjoy going

[@CatherineMoore888]

Loui, what a terrific video Really loved your words on Crater Lake, a sacred place to the natives. They cannot(?) live there. Believing the U.S.A. will grow beyond this phase soon. Native rights somewhat like Alaska's people. It is so beautiful. Have you heard of a bear horn? I plan to pick one up for hikes. So beautiful at Crater Lake. Hugs.

[@bigtsperspective5831]

I hope you enjoyed the forest , that’s my back yard

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yes loved it! You have a beautiful backyard 💓

[@malikdigger4544]

Finally someone is using their Jeep for its roots having fun great nature outdoor land.

[@maxineoliver7404]

You looked just like your Mommy(Awwh 💖)-just that tiny little part where you were singing in the car!🚗 That's all. I just had to go there for a moment- I meant well.🤗Other than that, you are brave, girl!🦾 That's one place that I always wanted to go( Crater Lake)🌄-So beautiful! Take care/be safe!!🧡💚🤎💙

[@talktomelikeim5or65]

I'd love to see a video of you actually shooting bear spray at a target and really get the feel of it! You go girl, you got this! x

[@ambyramenra]

I’m glad you’re getting alone time, but I was gonna miss Mom if we didn’t see her for 3 weeks. 1 week is much better! I just found you but I spent the last 5 days watching ALL your videos while recovering from emergency wisdom tooth surgery.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Oh wow hi!!! I’m so honored to have helped in your recovery process! Mom will be back not the next video but the one after that. So weird not having her around 💓

[@ZeldaJeanE]

Maybe you can connect with overlandlady

[@challythompson1345]

You are spot on with tribes being pushed out of their homelands under the guise of saving the land for national parks. Check out this piece David Treuer recently wrote in the Atlantic “Return the National Parks to the Tribes The jewels of America’s landscape should belong to America’s original peoples.”

[@heatherwalden8615]

Oh girl it is so beautiful where you want to stay I hope you get to do what you want to do and give William a hug for me tell your mom I said hi and you keep on going I'm watching you God bless

[@BluuJourney]

Road Atlas is a must for me... As a matter of fact I had to use one while I was mapping the roadways for Google when my Google Car died on me ...the whole mapping system went down. Luckily I had just picked up a road Atlas from Walmart aka Wally world A few days prior. Stay safe. #Artisbluu

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Hehehe that’s hilarious actually. Proof that we shouldn’t rely solely on digital technologies. 😂

[@BluuJourney]

@@AdventureTimeLoui VERY true... Yo, that Lake view, really beautiful... reminds me of why I want to go just a further North east, when it get warmer out that is. That bear spray 🐻🐻‍❄️🧸 is a good idea It looks like it sure beats my small pepper gel spray. Gonna look right now and see if they make it in a gel so I don't have to think about it blowing back at me on windy days. Safe travels Loui #Artisbluu

[@ronaldroberts2179]

Hi Loui , I enjoy watching you and your mom and the dogs all the time I always wanted to do something like that with my mom and sister and nephews but I recently lost my mom and my nephews and sister are into their own thing now so it will never happen that way so I’m thinking about going solo I’m just trying to figure things out. Loui , when you were up in the mountains with the snow the music you had playing in the background was beautiful . What was that ?

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Hey I’m sorry to hear about your mom, but I’m super stoked for you that you are still planning on road travel on your own. The song you’d like to know the name of. Is it the one when we are hiking in crater lake?

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you wow unreal looking

[@nvention20]

Nature Docs hosted Loui would be totally expected .

[@kameskidney9538]

Can I ask, how do you deal with the chance of ticks/lime disease?

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Oh man besides cringing when I think about it haha I have William on tick meds and if we’ve been going through thick grass I check William and myself. Hasn’t been so bad this year. Two years ago there were so many and I actually got a tick bite but it was cool because I took it off right away. Haha

[@kameskidney9538]

@@AdventureTimeLoui ahhhh okok, that makes sense! I want to be a nature more but I get so paranoid about being bitten by a tick 😅!

[@MrsLadyLiberty]

I'm headed south from WA so we are about to pass each other. :)

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Oh heyyy!!

[@ronethridge9875]

what state is crater lake in/your struming sounds pretty good-keep it up/you have a ear for music-that means you reconize tones in music/great video/thanks much

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Crater lake is in beautiful Oregon! Thanks for watching 💓

[@jstdnac4719]

Is that you on the outro you're incredible I'd love to hear more

[@jaieatsplants]

Woke moments, I love listening to your insight on what you’re experiencing and seeing! Another great video 🤗💕

[@sunniross7043]

Animals are not as bad as other people... besides fire is your friend done well... they will not come too close... worry more about William... he would be very protective and probably take risks.

[@JaysonFlint]

Great Video, now that you have shared you can play classical piano, I know I am not the only one waiting for the title “ Mountain girls walks in mall and people are awed when she pulls up to the piano and plays classical music” 👍🏾 btw the weekly video was the right thing to do quality over quantity.

[@vanlifewithGinaPayne]

Hey I live in Southern Oregon close to Grants Pass if you get to my area give me a shout my friend!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

For sure!!

[@bigtsperspective5831]

Hey!!!!! You’re in my back yard!!!

[@titanwithin4887]

You or madukes flew the drone? Awesome

[@bigtsperspective5831]

There is so many loud people I the forest you’ll never see all the wildlife. I drive for about 2/3 hours into the wildernesses. I know I’m not going to be eaten by animals. People I worry about

[@LG-kx8xl]

It's sad that the land was taken from the native people. It would be so enriching if the native people were there to tell the history & guide others. There's so much that God created in the world still to be seen & it's a joy to see you & William explore and feed your soul. I think someday you may meet a significant other & travel together. Question: what has the transition been like from having a lot more living space with Coco to your jeep?

[@MsLB-lm9mu]

Look at William. Too too cute.

[@sonnystaton]

For the vast majority of the casses, we didn't kick natives off the land. Diseases spread much faster than settlers, as the pandemic exemplified. Most settlers never laid eyes on a native American. However, we pretend that the buffalo & moose in the park existed without the natives in the national parks. Which is also very false. When crater lake/Mt Mazama erupted which was an incredible super volcano, natives witnessed it. Many died of course. But they were there with sabortooth tigers, giant sloths, 🐫 (yes camel's originated in North American ) and wooley 🦣. They are absent in the nature of the park painting a false narrative.

[@ania2.089]

Question!? Why not get a Scamp if not for u then for William? And get more room for u guys? And Maps have worked for centuries lol🙈 No google machines were invented 🤣

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Scamps are cool. Maybe when/if I have a family. For now it’s really nice to be agile and get down some really rough roads. Yeah I needa get some maps ASAP