CAR CAMPING- LIVING OUT OF MY TOYOTA RAV4

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[@maggie0285]

Love finding other female car campers. I do full time in my Prius. The weathertech car shades are worth it! I stealth camp at work lol. One time a food truck pulled right behind my car and co workers were right outside my car. I was stuck for a long time 😂

[@FreeSpiritMom]

How long have you been full time?

[@maggie0285]

@@FreeSpiritMom Since August 2019. It just makes more sense for me. I'll probably never rent again. I save the money and go on nice vacations. I'm not married or have kids so it works for me.

[@carmelitavalera3176]

@@maggie0285 I'd like to convert my 2008 RAV 4, what are the options for restrooms aside from becoming a member of Planet Fitness.

[@maggie0285]

@@carmelitavalera3176 Well, when I have to pee late at night I have a bowl I use. It beats driving to and wondering into a gas station at 3am. I can go into my work also. You get use to it. Each person's situation is unique depending on the area I think.

[@havenskye4957]

I’m happy to hear the weather tech car shades are worth it! I just hit send on mine and wasn’t expecting them to be that expensive 😅 fingers crossed I’ll be happy I did

[@ParadiseIsGleaming]

Ughhhhh 💓🥺👏🏽 you won my heart over when you said you go thrifting in every city!!

[@brandoncuevas8354]

This was everything. You made it seem so easy and moderately cheap, and straight forward. I was struggling with doing my car bc of showering that’s my biggest thing but then I forgot I had a planet membership and was like “ooooo yea” so props to you on that. But UGH i don’t know why this video made it seem so do able . I know it is just didn’t know what to bring and what not! Your video was extremely informative on a lot of questions I had! Great job 👏🏽 definitely subscribing!

[@murielmacdonald9611]

She looks really satisfied and happy with her life - good for her. Her dog is an awesome companion.

[@xtrekkmpr2016]

Nice set up! I camp out of my Subaru and have been doing that for years and have a few possibly helpful suggestions. I realized that although plastic containers for storage are really nice, they take up a lot of space and also waste a lot of space. I switched over to soft storage like backpacks duffel bags and clothing cubes , and Ended up having SO much more room- soft storage kind of conforms to the space you put it in. Of course you can’t store food items or Stuff like that, but in general they work great. You can even store your tech stuff in a good tech type backpack. In any case looks like you’re having a lot of fun and your dog is great too! Enjoy

[@theaustralianhulk]

i just started "car life" and had planned to buy plastic crates or drawers and found duffel bags as well! Same line of thinking that if there was nothing in them, they would still take up all that room and my bags collapse very small, one even has zippers to collapse it and zip it up! Plus the ones I got have all these sections and little stealth pockets for organizing lol

[@serenityjewel]

I live out of a Santa Fe. I have a 6 cube storage unit on the side of my bed and shelving in the back. Soft storage doesn't work for me. If feels cluttered and unorganized, like I got evicted and had a day to get out. If I was camping for a weekend, that wouldn't be a big deal but living in that environment for months is depressing, for me anyway.

[@ASMRBarbie]

This set up seems so real! I see so many van lifers with the absolute perfect set up and the filming of it just seems so staged and I question if KZbin pays them to make these van life videos lol 😂 and it’s not actually just them living in their van cause they wish to, it just doesn’t seem genuine like this 👏💖

[@karafaustino5072]

I so agree!

[@jessitabonita]

😂 Right?! Those types make me wonder if they're trust fund babies and don't really know what it's like to struggle or be forced to find this lifestyle.

[@rubythebunny1743]

You’re one of my biggest comfort creators your social medias genuinely feel like a safe space for me❤️much love!

[@alexandriathegoddessmceach9104]

Be sure not to eat too carb heavy in van life like crackers, noodles, cereal, oats, granola, potatoes, etc. you can get prepared or fresh fruits n veggies like salads already made too so you keep a balanced diet. They make protein packets, collagen packets and even hydration packets you can add to your water so you’re staying hydrated and nourished properly. Try some variety of can/pouches of tuna/salmon/chicken. They have loads of flavors these days.

[@davidtaylor8645]

Why the hell are you telling another adult how to eat when she didn’t ask…

[@sunshine_pnw]

I boondocked 2 days in Oregon in my RAV4. I just bought a car fridge so I will be able to live in RAV4 comfortably.

[@Lilliancooks]

Love that you are so clean conscience...I am the same way...I would not want to sleep in a dirty bed. I also love the dog hammock...great idea...keeps the dog clean and comfy instead of having him lying on the dirt.

[@grahamwatts8836]

Your furry boy looks very comfortable. Thank you for the great travel tips. Going camping on the holidays.

[@luisospina898]

Congratulations. I love the way you live. In the future, if you want to jump to a minivan I highly recommend to find a Toyota Sienna AWD. You can go to an awesome camp grounds and your set up will be very spacious for you and your dog.

[@BBsAdventures]

I do traveling in my Rav4 , I like how it is roomy and saves gas , I have not boondocked in it but when we take turn driving we have a mattress where one can sleep comfortable and if we did had to boondock we can , Nice video

[@AndreaPerez-ip3eu]

I have the same style of rav4 so and have been thinking of converting my camping gear to something more SUV camping friendly. So I love that I have found your channel.

[@lateshablessedlifewithdail6415]

Love the set up and glad your dog is with you to keep you safe and you not alone love it.

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

I love the setup. I want to do this with my car and try it out.

[@akky7362]

Beautiful idea 👌👍

[@MicajahMcCurry]

I just filmed my first outing. Doesn’t take much. Pillow and a bunch of blankets will do it!

[@YourFriendSJ]

Your minddddd! I was so worried about where I would put my fur babies crate. But seeing it in your overhead storage has motivated me so much to get on the road.

[@mertlle]

ohmygosh thank you for posting this! this is so inspiring- i have an 07 toyota highlander and am starting my own roadtrip this summer with my puppers :3 we've gone camping before and had a similar set up. you gave great ideas on how to make our companions more comfortable. this was awesome to see!

[@KevinCapolino]

I just bought an 08 highlander! Love it so much

[@ThatRandomTongan]

I usually struggle to finish videos these days but join made this absolutely enjoyable. Thank you for sharing this info! I super appreciate it.

[@simplybeingme]

Yes! I live a “van” life in my SUV! I also have that same pillow case ❤️❤️

[@jeremyking3986]

I love the idea of a RAV4 especially with the MPG‘s, But I’m 6 foot three so I’m thinking of a Toyota Sienna. I’ll give up the gas mileage to get the extra room and I’ve even seen them with lift kits in all wheel drive.

[@kimdagnillo8246]

You can lift a Toyota Sienna ? Wow, I had no idea that could be done to a mini van, I’m looking at Toyota for my next vehicle because they are so roomy and I bet the van gets better mpg than the rav 4

[@jeremyking3986]

@@kimdagnillo8246 no, the sienna gets about 25 the RAV4 is definitely better on gas I’m not sure about the new hybrid sienna’s but the older ones with all wheel drive you can get a 3 inch lift kit for

[@kimdagnillo8246]

@@jeremyking3986 oh ok, I was thinking new, supposedly 36 mpg, for 3 inch lift probably not worth the cost but good to know

[@sn1peron33]

Nice,love the pooch

[@agoraphobicsquirrel8607]

2017 RAV4 here. Your set up looks so cozy!

[@skepticalmechanic]

Yea… I’m 62 and have a skin routine also… I check for skin cancer… if I don’t see any my skin is good!

[@pedroexposito3836]

I just bought a new Toyota RAV4 hybrid. I retired 2 years ago from software development. I am ready to do some traveling in my RAV4 ! or in 3 weeks, when I get possession ! I have done a few days of traveling, to visit kids in college, with my current Toyota Prius 2010. plenty of space !!! I am looking to travel around USA, Canada, and Mexico. Trying to limit myself... 🙂for now. ! I love the hybrids because I can keep the car on during hot/cold nights. the engine turns on and off during night as needed. Excellent ! I am looking to set-up a website to combine hobbies.... these are cycling, photography, drones, travel, history, archeology, and software. If I get really motivated, I may take some short-term contracts (3 months) for software development (remote online). Happy RAV4ing !

[@LorE_aka-midwestmemaw8555]

I enjoyed your tips! Thanks for sharing!! Yeti is gorgeous!! And what a great safety buddy!! 🐾🦴💞

[@karinheart]

Its amazing how you make it work so well! Its fantastic

[@audreyscott6918]

Girlee I love your video! You helped me realize I can also live in my gmc suv.thanks kindly! Your video helped me make up my mind!

[@ricardostravels3265]

(Good for You) Hello fellow car camper - I saw your thumbnail and thought you were standing in front of my Micro RV which is a NIzzan Versa Note. It's like we went to the store together and purchased many of the same items - great minds must think alike, right? I can vouch for the Jackery 500 "I have 2" and other smaller Jackery Battery Banks. The next item you may want to invest in is a Quick-Set Clamshell Tent/Canopy for bug-proof protection from the elements that you can even sleep in or use as a kitchen/office. My Clamshell is 8ft x 12ft gazebo shaped and fits on the top of my Micro RV next to the rooftop cargo carrier. It only takes me 10-15 minutes to setup or take down. Great Video - keep'm coming!

[@janvas7690]

Lovely description of your current lifestyle!

[@rinamorgan8795]

Love your taste in cars, dogs, and reading material! :D I started with a van and now I'm going to downsize to a RAV4 for the maneuverability and way better MPG.

[@JonJeremyTv]

This is awesome! I'm loving out of my crv, first time, 3rd day for me. So far my front seat is always packed with so much random stuff lol

[@jermholio]

How's it going now, at your 3 month mark?

[@JonJeremyTv]

@@jermholio pretty good. I really got use to it after my first month, definitely an adjustment period.

[@jermholio]

@@JonJeremyTv oh cool. Yea it takes some time to figure things out and find the better spots. I'll bet you've discovered a lot of parks too.

[@JonJeremyTv]

@@jermholio lots of parks and backroads, small towns. it has been quite the adventure! Love it!

[@SoloLeaux]

Subscribed! Making my car into my home in august and I can’t wait. Also I’ve seen so many solo female travelers that leave their setups up at all time but my car is smaller so I was thinking about how to make a DIY setup that I can move around pretty easily and pack up nicely, so it’s cool to finally see someone who packs the bedroom up everyday

[@katelynnsmith1832]

Arkansas is such a pretty place to go camping. If you get the chance to, I'd highly recommend going to the Buffalo river and the campsites near there. So pretty out there.

[@ians474]

This is amazing! Totally no-build camper. Thanks heaps for this! All the best, Emily! :)

[@anthonyprevite6805]

Loving it!!!! you should get a weapon of some type though!!

[@stephieruud]

Love it! And Yeti is ADORABLE!!!!

[@samanthapenaluna-litjens477]

I know this is an older video, but if you still don't have a hanger for your shower, try a bungee/occy strap... you can wrap it around the tree/branch and then use the hooks to hold the shower up

[@teddietaz]

Wow! You’re very organized! Looks amazing! And that weather, not a leaf was moving! Xo

[@fel1c]

I admire you so much it's insane!!!

[@nicolekitchel7055]

Super informative! Gets me excited that it is possible to live in my RAV4. I have the exact same one so this is so helpful for what I need to set up. THANK YOU!

[@Omar_asiri..]

Hello Emily, you're offering good and great content, too, but stay safe from dangerous places, please. I wish you peace and happiness in all your trips 😇👍🏼

[@OutonaLimbwithKym]

I'm in a Honda CRV / so we're like cousins! :-) Love your setup! I'm solo without a dog. I can't imagine sharing my space with a dog, though I do think it would be much more safer for me. Something to consider! Great video. (new sub)

[@florindagonzalez5700]

Subscribed for being REAL! I semi live out of my toyota camry (short enough to sleep comfortably in the back seat. And, my trunk looks like your back area. I keep a laundry basket of cambells lol. I don't like to use fire due to sensitive lungs. I can keep going forever. I enjoy your set up! I'm learning to stay organized with every trip. ^_^

[@_0zymandias_]

Im going to have a bigger car and do this (rav4, Honda element, and Subaru forester are some of my ideas) but my plan is to have a bed on one side in the back and on the other have my dog kennels (1 medium for sure but thinking about getting another medium dog or maybe 1-2 small in the future) that way I don't have to worry about them plus my dog loves her kennel lol We are also for sure going to have the back seat organizers and the kitchen type area is going to be like yours and I'm going to have my clothes and stuff in the bottom on the passenger seat and the dogs stuff on the passenger seat it's self We both LOVE the out doors and this is our dream Getting a car (2022-2024 ish) and the plan is to get one of those cars that way I don't need to buy another one once I move out (2025) We are SO excited We have our fingers crossed 🤞 (Love you setup!)

[@snooks73]

Very helpful. Thank you. Yeti is so sweet. Hopebyou are both doing well. Safe travels.

[@karenb1627]

Great set up. Lots of solo women travelers are living this way.

[@margiesvanmori]

wowza I don't know how you do that! I am moving into my 1988 Chevy van home to work in film and TV and I am so excited! I am moving in this year once it gets all built out and I cannot wait! Thanks for a great video!

[@beccanaeg5377]

I would have to have a small ice chest! Christine Feehan is an incredible author and has a series with 34 books!

[@Vehiclesupportedtravel]

Really cool setup jealous of you living on the road I'm trying to get out on the road by February

[@ohthatsashley2268]

Love these videos! I want to do this so bad I love the beautiful scenery and adventure.

[@MicajahMcCurry]

What are you waiting for? Get out there!

[@ohthatsashley2268]

@@MicajahMcCurry I did a small trip recently! Was gone for a week which was definitely a small step for me 😊

[@MicajahMcCurry]

@@ohthatsashley2268 that’s a big step!

[@Kriswixx]

You are the best!! How's the Jackery treating you?! Everyone seems to have one but me.It's on the list to get though! I just got a setpower 12v cooler, Tc20 there was a 47$ off coupon, but It may be a tad too big for yer car for now, you are def streamlined for space. Glad you got your spirit still. Rock on.

[@FreeSpiritMom]

Hey Emily 👋🏾 Nice to meet you. Thanks for the video

[@allthatfluffnstuffQLDaustralia]

Oh my goodness ❤️ you are living my dream ❤️ Hello from The Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 😘

[@brheid]

What do you do for income while living out of your car? Or do you just save while not traveling?

[@aknudsen93]

i love that you have papermaps. I still have maps in my car and love Rand McNally U.S. map

[@MichellsAdventures]

Yeti is ADORABLE!

[@aaawilla]

thank you so much for making this content! i can’t tell you how much you’ve inspired me

[@brookeblack5747]

Can you show us in your cosmetic bags and where you store shower stuff? I travel full time and struggle to keep my things organized!

[@nickxrs1]

I like your set up. I been living in my 2013 Rav4 for 10 months also...im just in the middle of adding a cargo carrier with Bluetti solar power. I have hot water on demand for shower set up too.

[@sarasmile184]

What set up do you have for instant hot water? Thanks very much in advance.

[@mattc3696]

Thinking of driving east from California to Virginia... You have given me much to ponder. Thanks!

[@27deathage]

Yeti is adorable!

[@melanielee222]

Smart set-up - love the visor mirror..lol I think an SUV has alot of advantages - its economical, stealth, AWD and has multi-everyday use in one vehicle - you don't get that with a van or an RV.

[@LisaBeatsCancer]

LOVE this!!! Looks cozy, great job!

[@samanthaalsaiderfarquharso3030]

Cool window socking. Love them. First time seeing to hem.

[@hischosen1409]

Enjoyed the tour of your casa!!!!!

[@Starswake]

Such a lovely camping place.

[@TravelwithJoce]

Wait I love that mirror. Great video!

[@ravendon]

It's a neat system you have. Not sure I could make a dog or gf work in that space. I suggest you move the topper to the right side, so if you get stopped on a highway, you won't get hit by a car.

[@kipmesser2878]

I'm going to explore car camping this winter.

[@lorriegallardo8053]

Thanks for sharing you gave me great ideas. I definitely need to downsize. I love how you shared my dogs not friendly. Neither is mine.

[@godofbroccoli]

I can’t wait for my set up!

[@j.bean8672]

I wish you were my daughter! We could travel & camp in our vehicles & go thrift store shopping wherever! 😂 you remind me of myself when I was your age.

[@rosaliamartinez8956]

No not thrifting cars would be full with stuff in no time lol.

[@j.bean8672]

@@rosaliamartinez8956 ya know surprisingly I don’t actually buy that much, 😆 I’m just nosey & want to see everyone’s junk! 😂

[@rosaliamartinez8956]

@@j.bean8672 well I cant help myself lv those places . When I moved gave back 3 sheds full of stuff to Vetrens and Goodwill ! I live in a smaller home and can't trust myself ,I have no control when I see something cute lol.

[@LeslieSoden]

I go camping with my 2017 rav4 and sleep in the back, but I have a ton of trouble with the ridge/hump/seam where the seats fold down. Would be interested to see if you have that problem with your RAV4.

[@highendpennies]

I'm in an 2017 Rav4 but don't have that problem? I use a sleeping pad tho 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@florindagonzalez5700]

Liked for the skincare routine comment. Girrrrrl, yes. Same.

[@canadadesk56]

Good stuff! Keep it up.

[@MadLivin]

Wow!! Just found your channel, super cool!! Yeti is so cute and what a beautiful spot!! I car camp a lot out of my Jeep but haven't posted in a long time, been really busy.. Looking forward to following your journey..

[@bnice2893]

yeah, the mirror. I mean, first things first. Oh and snacks on the passenger seat. I guess you are all set!!

[@arnoldsee8474]

What an awesome informative video,thank you for this, I love your dog Yeti so cute😁👏👏👏

[@stephenhill2404]

Glad to see Emily is happy, and where she's camping in this video is spectacular. However, I couldn't live with all that junk everywhere. Why not use a couple of suitcases to at least keep everything tidied away? The suitcases would go under the mattress so you would gain a lot of space when you sleep.

[@emilysedona]

Please see my updated car tour :)

[@noturningback2023]

I plug a Sunbeam mattress pad into my Jackery, and it keeps me warm!

[@tanyapizzolattoshimmerngtarot]

Awesome setup. Yeti looks like an American Bulldog and they are very friendly usually. Is Yeti an American Bulldog? He is beautiful🥰

[@akky7362]

👌

[@LeviFlint]

Are your seats removed, Emily? I know the Rav4 seats don't lay flat (unfortunately). Great video!

[@johnnycramer5841]

Great set up young lady. Stay safe and happy! Timmy C Arizona

[@verdellparentaaawink268]

I just have to ask how do you make a living to pay for gas food necessities ect. (It's a solo gypsy life )sometimes do you wonder wtf did I get myself into when I see people living in their car I think is this a last resort they have and it makes me sad to see people living hard its really stressful wondering what tomorrow will bring,,good luck and stay safe,,

[@rick5653]

That was such a great video. I actually went to your Amazon site and put some things in my cart. How about a video more about that Jackery. I’d like to buy one of those and I was wondering what you paid

[@cheyenneyakima8695]

Great set up ☺️

[@rainalynns]

Hiccups 🥰🥰🥰 Great setup!

[@sophieannaviolet]

Thanks for the video! I have a 2009 Toyota Corolla and now I'm thinking a RAV4 would be better!

[@bruinsfan8278]

Its a really nice Rav!

[@akky7362]

Misrona your van is so beautiful and lovely

[@RobertBadgett]

If your RAV4 has a hump in the floor like my 2013, I suggest a low-rise cot by KingCamp.

[@xxlalbatross3287]

I am a new follower of your channel Greetings from Sweden 😊

[@happydays9613]

Nice. Cool set up. Where is the wordsearch link 🤔

[@leilareggie1826]

Well thought out functional symplicity.

[@biggmommadogacademy7935]

I’m in Missouri now and trying to find places like this to camp at. Can you send a fellow Car Dweller information on finding free camping in wilderness. Arkansas isn’t that far from me.

[@ptradventures2262]

I live part-time in my pick-up truck, and I drive around meeting other you tubers

[@mlhundt2064]

Do you think the Jackery solar panels could be clamped to the roof rails and run the wires down to the power station through the sun roof while I drive? I don't use the roof storage like you do.

[@carpenoctem775]

9:21 Good. Unfriendly dogs are protective. Keeps the idiots away.

[@alimony812]

This is awesome ! Are you just steady traveling ? How do you earn your living to do this ?