BOONDOCKING Living free, for free (Trailer)

[@campingwithsteve]

That's the most touching comment I've ever got on this video. When you're free from the system it's pure bliss. I used to consider myself homeless, but now I think a brick and mortar home is more of a prison, a prison you have to pay for.

[@bennyhill6161]

I love my 936 sqft prison in the northern NM mountains. I have to say I got really lucky though purchasing this 2 1/2 acre property at $20,000 in 2021 which has a working clean well water system, electric pedestal already on the property working, & a new septic system that was recently built before I purchased so I have to say I got damn lucky which means I don't have a mortgage, I don't have a water bill, my electric bill is minimal & will be obsolete as soon as I throw solar up. I lived the Nomad life for 3 1/2 years & would still be a nomad if it hadn't been for the strike of luck with the low purchase cost of this land. I don't know if this guy was smoking crack when he sold it to me or what but anyway I bought it & it's mine, All mine Now! Ha ha ha ha Ha!

[@DLee1923]

@@bennyhill6161 Wow, dude, that's great !! I kept thinking of the old " If it seems too good to be true....." adage...! 😏 But it sounds like you really got a great deal !!! The best of luck to ya !! 😉👍🏻

[@CashMopar]

Till it’s paid for Steve. My goal then I’m free! Just watching some of your old stuff. Bless you buddy.

[@OdysseeVisuelle]

True.

[@plynwow]

That's the mindset of someone who doesn't have a family to take care of or have kids to raise. A home is home base, a place to grow memories and decorate with the history of your family from start to finish. All the "brick & mortar home is a prison" talk is nonsense and shouldn't be taken too seriously by young folks. Find someone, start a family, get your brick and mortar home or build one yourself, and make lasting memories.

[@fahqu9234]

I absolutely love you man! I can’t get enough of these videos. You have such a baby face back then hahaha also I see where you came from and where you are now and I’m very happy for you. I got my car repoed last week and I’m on the verge of breaking out of the race and making my own path. Wish me luck!

[@DemocracyManifest]

How goes your journeys mate? Are you out of the race yet?

[@ツワイガシチル]

best of luck to you brother, hope you finde the freedome so many of us have forgoten.

[@susanaespinosa2917]

Came to see this because I watch Steve's current camping videos. Very cool to see the evolution of Steve's videography and life. ✌💚

[@slowjamcdub]

Yeah it is👍🤙🏻

[@brandskin_9030]

Been watching you for just a year now and decided to scroll back and see where it all started and this is definitely my favorite video . Keep livin wild and free brother 🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@CarlHeine-hs9fm]

Hi Steve. This is long overdue, but I wanted to thank you for all the amazing years watching your evolution as a human. I've learned so much and I could not thank you enough for showing me a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel. The first 58 seconds of this video is the current state my life is in. I don't think I need to say much more other than another Thank You and a cheers to a step 2.

[@TylerBenney]

What a fantastic video. It’s like being transported back in time,seeing what your life used to be like.

[@sungameloc]

No wonder he loves stealth camping so much, dude misses his old lifestyle

[@campingwithsteve]

Thanks for the input, that's the plan for the upcoming videos. Just trying to get a general idea of what I'm doing online, and there will be more narration and interviews when the videos come out. Still filming and having a blast!

[@jtwanderer6328]

Thank you Steve. This one started it all for me.... back when I knew I had only off grid living as my option. I watched this over and over. Then it seemed to be gone. Glad it's back. Thanks for all your good good stuff!

[@campingwithsteve]

I work seasonally landscaping, and I'm generally parked for quite a while so I don't use much gas

[@bigr0075]

I think you've now found your Spot, Camping with Steve

[@jhonatas5104]

I have been watching "Crazy" Steve videos for a couple years now and I can't believe i never seen how this whole thing started.

[@IllIlllI]

Jhonatas just found it myself today. Crazy isn’t it?

[@jhonatas5104]

@@IllIlllI It sure is

[@SICresinwrks]

I wish he would release this!

[@artx000]

@@SICresinwrksit is released

[@SICresinwrks]

@@artx000 oh good to know!

[@steviekrueger4973]

Hey fellow Boon-docker thanks for showing us your travels! I left WI. a year and a half ago and for the first year I traveled in my little Suzuki and camped in tents. It was the best year ever, and I can truly say that my life is fulfilled even if I don't make it another day! I now have a truck and travel trailer and finding boon-docking sights are more difficult for a big rig but still better than living in one spot waiting for some day! My advice for those to follow us is to stay small unless you plan to live in an rv park and ignore the ney-sayers and those that criticize, in reality they are just jealous and fearful. Enjoy the Journey! Stevie

[@krizrozz610]

Oh man ,why is this so nourishing to my soul!!

[@silverrunner8687]

Great, great content. Superb editing/filming and very underrated production value here. Great eye and storytelling Steve. 👍🏻

[@cletusvandamme6262]

Steve, you could not have chosen a better song to accompany this STORY. It really captured the sentiment of the whole STORY you were trying to tell. Brilliant!

[@gabensontv]

Steve, bro. To see how it all started versus how life is going now... amazing. So happy and proud of you for finding and following your passion in life. It's been incredible to see how your journey has unfolded. The stars aligned for you well, friend.

[@outlander2878]

Mid September 2022, I’ve been following Steve for quite a while. Just now seeing this one for the first time…perfect song to complement this pre “Camping with Steve” video. Hang in there Steve!

[@VanlilfewithDaleandBailey]

I've been binge watching your videos from the start. Finally a video of you boon docking or camping. Things are looking up. Many times I've wanted to do what you did, but I'm a family guy and that just wouldn't sit well with the rest of the family. I love Rving, camping, backpacking, hiking. I imagine it was a hard life, but a rewarding one too!

[@lesliepfeifer8518]

I am so done living the way society expects. I'm 52, I've had new cars , homes, jobs, credit cards, a marriage, it was all an illusion. I'm working on shifting it all around so I can enjoy the back half of my life. I'm on my way...

[@johnstowers4609]

"...it was all an illusion." I couldn't have said it any better! : )

[@1Helmet1]

I'm 50 and I feel the same! I'm about 1 week away from finishing my camper van build and I'm out of here. Going to spend a month or so on the Oregon Coast then to Baja, maybe for the winter. Who knows! I can't wait. I wish you the best in your adventures!

[@rmakarits]

you n me both been there done and had it....

[@aaronramirez3388]

repent seek jesus

[@k.r.v.4219]

B Lowell plus all those possessions come with property taxes! In my case come to over $6,000/yr! Then you have the other necessary evil, insurance, which comes to another $4,600/yr. So for the "privilege" of the American Dream I have to spend almost $200/week, for that privilege! Sometimes I feel like selling it all and just go out on the road to live as free as possible!!! Just own a nice truck and camper, to be able to fine those places that we could stay for free or reasonable cost. To see the Country and all the beautiful areas out there!

[@BobaBushido]

You are probably the most fascinating youtuber i have ever come across

[@bunnidotcom]

I love this. So many of us do not fit the mold and spend whole lives either trying to squeeze our round pegs into square holes or feeling like the only one of our species. I was lucky to find some species-mates. And we are so regulated... funny how hard it is to find a place where it is legit to have nothing ... in a society that wants to keep us working our asses off to have nothing important. Keep on Truckin!

[@bilshut]

What a great video and inspirational, as i too am thinking of selling my house,quiting my job and living in campervan in a sunnier part of Europe. Thank you and i hope you stay safe and happy!

[@Buzz65]

So, THIS is the beginning of it all? The first camping vid? Awesome!!

[@placesaroundus]

There's an older one

[@d.wayneotto1094]

While this video was made in 2013, watching it in 2020 was simply awesome for the soul! Sick flow bro!

[@WilliamPollard]

Thanks Steve. Needed this. Catching up on your older vids. Peace.

[@campingwithsteve]

Hey thanks man, it's making the best of a situation I suppose. I'm on Vancouver Island right now and using a canon t2i, and soon to be t5i, and possibly a go pro depending on how much firewood I can sell. I'd love to see your doc when you're finished! Cheers

[@Bushcraftknack]

freedom and exploring, plus some beers= a great life.

[@Bear8Photo]

I've been boondocking in my 23' class C for almost a year now and loving it. Currently in Brownsville, TX and heading slowly towards Glacier NP, MO. Plan to get there by sometime around Aug. Great video.

[@ROMVS]

Hilarious Steve! Nice to see where our best bud came from. Remember, we watch for you, not what you do, we just want to hang around. 😁🤙

[@tomharrell1954]

One of the best vids on the tube. I hope you find what your looking for. Some times things are not always what they seem. Have a good life. I think your on the way to finding it.

[@cclemoyne4033]

Absolutely love this video. I'm 53 and broke. Just might be on this path soon. You have a great attitude, and are a pleasure to watch. Cheers from a fellow Canadian

[@stoneblue1795]

Who is this young man? ~What have you done with our Steve from 2019!

[@edgit69]

Steve has come a long way.. This is awesome😁

[@slowjamcdub]

All the news subs need to watch this!💪🏻👍🤙🏻

[@Surferchicusa]

Kudos. I've been doing it for 15 years, by choice. I started off in my toyota 4runner with one dog and 2 cats, and upgraded to my 1st Class C when my 2nd puppy turned out to be a great dane/pit mix. 14 years,6 dogs later (all in the RV), we're still on the move. I'll be buying a chunk of land in Colorado for off grid living when I upgrade to a 5th wheel for me and my man.

[@MrBeefyweefs]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing Valerie, wishing you well

[@bennyhill6161]

Yes, please get that land ASAP for the sake of those 6 dogs so that they may have room to Roam.

[@MrBeefyweefs]

@@bennyhill6161 I imagine them doggies get to roam all over the countryside, but i get where you're coming from

[@glennkirchens7970]

Hello, im from the future. 2024. You don't know it now but trials and tribulations will happen but we prayed for you, we laughed with you, we wondered if you were ok when we didn't see you for a while. You kept us company when we were alone. We learned from you. Your friends and family are our friends and family. Peace brother.

[@mikeydan]

that is quite possibly, the happiest dog.. EVER. kudos to Steve for following his bliss.

[@LifeOfSammieAndSummer]

Livin the free life. Love it. Keep it up bro. Can't wait for the documentary!

[@currentteeth4078]

Aaron DeBoer oh god. You're one of those weird kids channels.

[@scottkenison7420]

Aaron DeBoer looking for free rv.

[@WanderDano]

Great video!! So awesome to see people finding "their way" of living. Found a way that works for you.. of course there will always be people looking for the negative side - but ignore them. Keep doing it YOUR way.

[@reallyrandomrides1296]

OMG, I totally remember this video when you first released it! Just rediscovered it looking through your oldest videos, love them all. You looked good with long hair bro! Nice to see how your videos have evolved, yet still the same after all these years.

[@SICresinwrks]

Steve we need the lost footage from this. The trailer is epic

[@MrPurpleWorm]

I'm excited for this to come out. I live in Tsawwassen, its really cool to see someone who lives pretty close to me to have this sort of lifestyle, its really intriguing to me. I find myself at work designing my minimalist camper.

[@Linescrew1Canada]

Beautiful BC and Vancouver island!

[@spiffman387]

Planning my own off-grid move, love the mini-documentary. Also, you remind me of Tom Hiddleston as Loki. Anyway, keep living the dream man!

[@hhawg1]

Man your my new hero. I'm 59, retired from the Air Force but trying to stick it out in the system for a few more years. I HATE MY LIFE! You have inspired me my friend. Thank you!

[@user-on7zd8yi8g]

I hope you love your life now! 😊

[@jimandtrina221]

Steve, we so agree! Being tied to a home and all the expenses of it and your "stuff" does feel like prison to us as well! Wishing you well!

[@tendraftsdeep]

This is incredible. First video I saw tonight was rest area and interstate median camping, then when back to the start here. Greatness

[@campingwithsteve]

Agreed hhawg, So. Cal is where I'd wanna be. I'm Canadian so I only get 6 months south of the border a year... but that's all I'd need. Canada is surprisingly hot in the summer!

[@fgap1]

A retired "Vagabond Vanman". I have earned this place in my life, and I'm going to live it. Just need the $$$ to set it up - almost there, Be touring the country and flying over those wonderful places when the weather will smile upon me. "Bravo Zulu" mate! I hope your doc. goes well for you. There's going to be a lot of us "concrete cowboys" out here in the near future.

[@Ironboots123]

Very cool and 5 stars for the song selection. Keep rolling.

[@EllEss]

Keep rolling brother and stay safe out there. Peace by with you always!

[@Remnii]

This video plays out like the start of a movie. Its amazing, I love it.

[@MrJoseph1157]

I like your video...if your into the heat and clear sunshiny weather, maybe think about SoCal, were 30 mi north of the Mexican border at the Salton Sea, and there are places here to boondock, there called the slabs or slab city, still plenty of room if you can handle the desert... good luck to you guys.

[@campingwithsteve]

that's the plan eventually. i'm allowed 6 months a year in the states as a canadian and the ltva's look pretty tempting in arizona!

[@3rdjrh]

No camping vid this week, glad I found this gem!!!

[@jackchorn]

That is one happy dog! I grew up in that area. One bushcraft dude in the late 80's brought me into the woods to pick little john or salile. We spent a few hours doing it, then took it to a distributor and sold it for $80 bucks! That was ages ago, i'm sure its more now. Anyway it seems if you have a handful of skills in gathering you could easily cover the low cost lifestyle. Mushrooms could easily make you some money in that area. I've picked pounds of them, what a trip that was.

[@gustavomartinfunes7376]

Hello !! I loved the video, and your stuff and your work do not worry, live the present, and tene in mind that every cloud has a silver lining !!! Greetings adventurer Argentina !!

[@NathanMillerVisuals]

RV living is really cool. It's a shame the general public looks down upon it. When I was kid my family lived in an RV for 2 months and it was awesome. We were able to live anywhere and see things we otherwise would not have seen living in a neighborhood.

[@billross344]

I have been watching your new videos and just started watching the old ones. I see A LOT of step twos in my future watching the older videos!

[@TheChadWork2001]

I watch this video at least once per year if not more. I can't believe it has been 10 years.

[@ghstcreed7108]

You deserve more Steve god bless you man and stay lifted ✊

[@dogs2407]

Being doing this for a while. Have met quite a few that the economy has destroyed. You got to be a do it yourselfer to keep costs down get over unneeded crap and understand free campsite locations. Wish we started earlier. Headed Northwest (in AZ free areas right now)

[@hjpinternet1244]

I started watching your more recent vids then this one of 8 years ago popped up & it’s soo cool ! it kinda feels it was shot in the early 80,s great camera work and sound track !

[@mattmonster1875]

Steve. You don't know me but man are you a huge inspiration too me. I'm from Jacksonville Florida and I hope you get this, thank you, for everything and keep on!!!! Your gold.

[@endwatcher]

Damn, This trailers so good I wanna see it. Ive come here multiple times to see if anythings gonna be happening. Seriously good editing!

[@_S-O-S_]

wOw... What a trip... Reminds me of the late 60's early 70's back in the days of the magic busses. I remember those days. Simpler times, didn't worry about money the desire to get ahead, own one of everything on TV. Keeping up with the Joneses. Just wind, weather, water, friends, cold beer and adventure... Enjoy my friend... Happy Trails... Kiss the dog for me...

[@telcobilly]

Great video and music! I'm a part time trucker/oilfield worker. I'm living on a boat, but my truck is set up with a camper and fully self contained to boondocks, Although it doesn't have the space of your RV, it's much less conspicuous for urban stealth camping.

[@SteveSherron]

Really good edit on this video.

[@scottkenison7420]

Steve Sherron looking for free rv

[@davidpark9325]

Kinda a bad ass documentary Steve. Could've had a great indie film festival run. Btw I got Tom Hiddleston vibes from your look

[@TheChadWork2001]

By far your best video. Very inspiring.

[@angelpjc]

I just found you Hunkering Down Steve!! Watched some of your newest vids. Kudos for being true to your free spirit!

[@cowboy7x]

Awesome vid bro. You inspired me as well. I too am at a crossroads. Wife deciding that the wedding vowels aren't to be honored. Just lost my corporate job. But, did buy a pickup in prep for an overhead camper (which is setting on a friends property) and trying to decide which road to take. All the crap I've collected and am selling, giving or tossing feels like a ball and chain. "Less IS more". Hope to take off as soon as my broken heart mends a bit. Maybe launching will help with the process.

[@my2centsworth298]

More power to ya brother! I am looking forward to seeing the whole documentary!

[@jenventerra5192]

You gotta know, Steve! I've watched this video about 100 times!! Really good production. It got me through big transition to simple boondock living. Found my own Class C similar to yours. Just need a good dog now and I'll be set! Thanks for the CCR too. All the best to you!

[@JehanineMelmoth]

Nine years have wrought such changes in you! But you still love the freedom of the open air life.

[@dallastrujillo7540]

CCC Born on the Bayou! Gotta be my fav song EVAH! I’m 61. Loved it when I was a kid, teen and now more than ever! 😃😃

[@elem_mele]

Oh man...this is exactly how I want to live my life -- and exactly how I'm going to live my life! I swear -- I'll even have my dog and everything, haha! Thanks for posting this. It's incredibly motivating for me!

[@triple6758]

How's it going?

[@TheGonzo1960]

I lived that life after I got out of the Army back in 1984. LOVED IT :) best time of my life

[@campingwithsteve]

Yep, more stuff is the plan. I've been traveling around BC and Alberta Canada

[@nickroberts7279]

The difference between what you need and what you want is vast. Sometimes it takes being reduced to nothing to understand this. And from that understanding you begin to respect and appreciate everything anew. You're reborn. Stay gold brothers and sisters! _I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived._ Henry David Thoreau

[@ellocoexcalibur]

Your livin right Bro! God Bless You! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@420Chooey]

Great choice of music, love the dog. I so miss the road. I've done a lot of RV living, just me and my dog. Some of my best memories.

[@campingwithsteve]

Yep 77 indeed, and the weather stripping sure leaks.. but this thing keeps going, that's for sure!

[@leviperry10]

Why would anyone judge you as if they knew what was right for you? Props to you bro!

[@Okanaganguy2021]

Nice Video....Vancouver Island rocks!! Being from Nanaimo,I did this same thing in my younger days traveling Canada meeting new faces lots of stories and great memories....Enjoy the adventure:)

[@twospoons7337]

THE BIRTH OF CAMPING WITH STEVE! 🎉 What a rebel. Love ya buddy.

[@twospoons7337]

I've watched your videos for Awhile now. But I got to wandering, how did this all start? So I went back to your very first video and watched in the order you posted them and saw the evolution of your story and turn of events that made you into "Camping with steve" what a story buddy. As you reacted to my post I'm still watching your videos at this very moment, been watching them all day! Your story is truly inspiring. God Bless 🙌

[@bryanbulmer6716]

The difference from before and after steve met his beautiful wife is jaw dropping. He was so much more likable after he met her. May she rest in peace in Heaven. You will see her again Steve. I can definitely see why God had you meet Jess. She helped you be who you are meant to be and its beatuful to watch. Im sorry your in pain, you will learn to cope, im praying for u Buddy. Love from WA.

[@Dechral]

this is like watching the origin story of one of your favorite avengers

[@sidneywallace48]

I envy you...I'm trapped in a vicious cycle and no way out...I hope the best for you and your pet...Wish I could do what you'r doing!!!

[@socore3197]

The only thing that keeps you in that cycle is YOU. You must break those mental blocks you put on yourself. When you let your life run you, your a slave to yourself, when you run your life, you're free. Live free.

[@dlwatib]

What a coincidence! My brother's name is Steve Wallis. He and his wife live in an RV in the Pacific Northwest, mostly Oregon. He works as a substitute meat inspector for the USDA and his job takes him over a large territory, about a week or two in each location.

[@campingwithsteve]

Oh neat! Most are spelled Wallace, i have a cousin that also lives on a boat off grid in the PNW. Sure sounds like Steve has a nice arrangement going on!

[@msa3595]

The way that this started, was AWESOME!

[@sleekcartim]

I love it! hump this freeing lifestyle for all it's worth. when ur 90 y/o, u'll look back with fond memories on this time. 1 LIFE

[@frazerbrennan9245]

So good, feels like we get to go back in time and see what Steve was talking about in his later videos.

[@mrbr549]

Looks like you and your boyfriend are having a lot of fun and enjoying yourselves. It takes a lot of guts to just drop out and start a new life like that. It looks like you have found a way to make money at least. Love the way the video was put together, and although the music was fantastic, maybe next time you should lower the volume while you are speaking so people can hear you clearly. Thanks for posting this, it was very enjoyable to watch.

[@OutlawCamper]

Can't believe I've never seen this trailer before. I'm glad I found it.

[@deanhughes4504]

Well done Steve. What a turn around. Your awsome Here’s to better times 🍻

[@stevegarvey5607]

I have to say steve your life turned around for the better. You got a wife, a good friend and a your own business. I'm older than you and facing a difficult time. Not sure if I'm about to be homeless myself

[@brosilovethewhose]

i would love to live like that its relaxing, cozy and best of all no noisy neighbors

[@dallastrujillo7540]

This is cool. He’s with Sticks! I bet Sticks was filming the Steve scenes too. These guys need to get back together and camp again! ♥️♥️

[@joelm6631]

Every now and then I come back to see this. Ty

[@OmarNachtraaf]

You've come so far. Great trip my friend.

[@tyestik894]

I scrolled all the way down and im not dissapointed. YOUNG STEVE!! Love ya man

[@millerchasser4538]

You seem like a cool head brother. Maybe we'll run across paths sometime. Be safe out there.