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I’m Amanda and Frank is my co-pilot. We are new to youtube but have lived in a van for 8 years. I am a photographer and forager. We enjoy hiking, camping, climbing and being outside as much as we can. We have countless stories and lessons to share and look forward to becoming better videographers, thank you for coming along.
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[@tidelinetoalpine]

The first 1,000 people to use the link or my code tidelinetoalpine will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/tidelinetoalpine05221

[@NovaDeb]

I grabbed my free month of Skillshare. Thanks Amanda.

[@DannyHustle]

I wish I didn't already have a subscription so I could support the cause. Skillshare is SO worth it.

[@trudybenson5360]

Looloo

[@domwatts8314]

This is a great episode! I highly recommend contacting the publisher/company who puts out these books you are using and let them know of this channel and your great regard for their books and, that since you have used the books for decades, would like to rep them in exchange for considerations. Frankly, what a wonderful way for them to get their books better known in a digital age! It could be a great partnership and one you should totally try for even if it is not something you would normally do. They could sponsor some travels taken by their books and get better known in mainstream that paper map books still have much value! The worst they can do is not answer your followup if they never get back to you. Nothing ventured, nothing gained as you well know! Heck, if you give me the name of the company who makes the books, I will totally hit them up and direct them to this channel!

[@shizlittlebam]

These books may be a provincial thing.... meaning the government

[@melodygoss9431]

Best Skill Share commercial ever! Very creative!

[@gordaallsop9644]

I love the sound of Frank breathing....so comforting

[@cathyjay2569]

Rand McNally and National Geographic both have comprehensive guides to National Parks and State Parks. There are plenty more informative guides, but those are the ones I use the most. LOVE you and Frank and his studious look! What a dog!!!💕

[@r.e.ashook7234]

I loved this video! Skillshare would benefit from offering a map-use course with you! Using paper maps is a dying skill, but paper maps offer a visual representation of an area that digital maps just don't. Digital maps have their strengths and are valuable but they offer information in small visual pieces. Atlas sized paper maps allow you to orient to the larger topography and then drill down. Which you do so capably. Did you mention studying geology in an earlier video? Anyway, you have an expert grasp of a vanishing skill that is still extremely useful. It seems it would be rewarding in a number of ways for you to share it. I enjoy your videos and have cyber affection for both you and Frank 💕 - he's such a dear, good boy, and you are such a warm, genuine and good soul. I send my very best wishes for all your days and adventures together! ❤

[@teenalagree494]

Your Skillshare "ad" was brilliant!!! I always tell my teen daughter she will never understand having to bust out a map when going on a roadtrip. I love your comment about books never losing power.

[@lesliemcgee2073]

When I say you have great on camera presence, I must add that that is not simple or natural for many people. You are an engaging speaker. Many people really can't pull that off, and we fall asleep or change the channel. I always watch your videos to the end

[@GreenVegan816]

Frank came off looking like he was actually acting out his part! Great video with lots of great info.

[@jenniferfleury8491]

Hands down my favorite blog yet. You can get yourself into the absolute BEST adventures by looking at a map and not checking any online review/comment sections. It’s all we used to have and how we accidentally got onto the Apache scenic byway during controlled burning by fire bombs shot from helicopters season. Element of surprise is what’s lacking from app-based travel!!!

[@bertandyvonne.campers6157]

The Back Roads Map Books are a great resource. We've used them for decades. After watching your video, I purchased the latest edition for our Vancouver Island Trip this summer. $29.99 + tax + delivery came to $36.70. Now we have all of BC in our collection. We also sent them an email to let them know what a great brand ambassador you would make for their products. Good to see Frank helping you on your laptop.

[@leahharbison4932]

Frank lookin all serious and smart with his glasses. I loved it.

[@evapierce1090]

Frank was adorable in the glasses. This was such an interesting video. I really enjoyed hearing how you've navigated and explored. The audio of frank breathing while sleeping at the end was the cherry on top.

[@lauradixon978]

Your take living off grid to another level with your first 6 yrs of no data service and just going with the flow for your adventures via maps. Awesome videos keep doing what your doing

[@hoyo1465]

I can thank my mom for my map skills, when ever we went on long road trips she bought 4 maps and 4 pens, 1 was for her and the other 3 went to my brothers and I. We sat in the back seat and filled in the maps from one town to an other year after year. I am so greatful to her for that. I wright this as I sit in my van parked in the Outer banks of N Carolina waiting to see my first blood moon Over the Atlantic ocean ☀️

[@cathyisaac7041]

I remember navigating for my dad on our Griswald vacations. I was 7. The map got easier every time. I am a map person also. Well worth learning. I just love the intelligent Frank. Yes Frank the glasses make you look smarter. Thanks for sharing. I have places that I would never share. Especially on overlander.

[@tomwilliam5118]

I love your energy and enthusiasm for the outdoors. Not many people are willing to use maps anymore. If they can't navigate with turn-by-turn directions their lost

[@thesomewhathandyman9400]

Haha! Frank in glasses learning things is so great!

[@dave8k9hohnjmdavez57]

gazzetter maps are the best in the states....One for each state...very detailed .My driveway is so long its on the map

[@DannyHustle]

This is a super episode. Very important life skill to be able to read, understand, and follow a map. A must have in all my vehicles. I do use google maps/gps but those things will fail. Great advice Amanda. Thank you. 😊

[@ladymichelle2901]

Greetings Amanda and Frank, Lovely to see you recently at Kits. Stay safe, and happy travels. Thank you for everything.

[@dixxebell]

Totally agree when I get ready to do anywhere I sit down with my old maps first and foremost...it looks exactly like your road atlas of the USA...mine is 1995. The words you were looking for is "Seat of your Pants." Delorme Atlas is the same type thing used here in the USA, it's by state, and it has all the camping rec sites, fishing etc.

[@heatherw260]

Wish there was Backroad Mapbooks for the US!!

[@pattidoyle5102]

I have enjoyed scoping out areas using Google Earth. One evening I went onto it while using virtual reality and that kept me entertained for hours! But even without VR, Google Earth gives a good view of trails and the surrounding ranges.

[@juanitagreenspan5412]

I am so glad you make the argument that paper maps are not outdated. Those backroad maps are really awesome. Frank was too cool with those specs on, looking at the computer. LOL.

[@annekramer6740]

Thanks for speaking to the issue of trash. It’s hard for me to comprehend why people litter.

[@gordaro2828]

...gotta tell ya, those books have been a GOLD MINE of info! Very happy you brought them to light for the wanderers what don't know they existed! 😀🇨🇦🤟...give Frank a skritch behind the ear for me

[@lovedogsontheloose]

This video is a fantastic resource. Thanks, Amanda! In case it’s useful to some, the U.S. equivalent to the Backroad Mapbooks would probably be the Gazetteers published by Garmin, printed by state. Those have a section at the front that highlights recreational activities by type, lists campgrounds, parks, public land (BLM), and more, and provides detailed topo maps by grid for the entire state. They’re big, but they do the trick. If driving in a city I’ll use an atlas (and GPS), which usually will have those nice enlarged city maps, at least for the large cities. Hope this helps those asking about the U.S. equivalent to BRMB.

[@62swampboy62]

The best backroads atlas for US states is the Delorme Gazetteer series. They have all the backroads, plus a Gazette section with listings of parks, historic attractions, trails, bike rides, fishing spots, etc etc etc. I have about 20 of them, for the states where I've traveled. Great resource, and wonderful for places that don't get a cell signal.

[@Belinda_thee_nomad]

Girl, you are so brave and courageous! 😊

[@roadtriplover.]

I completely agree that working to find a camp spot often results in more respect for the site. Unfortunately, many people out there with us these days have no respect for the land, wildlife or other people. It is very, very disheartening, indeed. I love this video. The hunt is part of the process and makes the adventure more fulfilling, I think. Thanks for sharing. Definitely not too long or boring or dry!!

[@heatherrenae620]

Thanks to you and adorable Frank for keeping me company while I work from home‼️👍🏽😎

[@3generations393]

Amanda. You & Frank may very well be the best team on KZbin. Love seeing Frank working in his specs on the computer ❣️👍🤗

[@silliesallie302]

LOL at Frank in glasses on computer! Love it 💜💚

[@myhumblelife7756]

We have one of the #backroadroadmaps for NEw Brunswick, and we love it! I love using a real map, although, we are uploading a few spots for NB on iOverlander cause there isn’t a lot of known spots, unless your local! Of course we keep our favourites to ourselves 😉

[@1hoppyac1]

How adorable is Frank on the computer highly intelligent he is, stunning scenery, love watching your videos, Michelle Western Australia 🇦🇺 😘

[@antoinette272]

Good info on using analog maps. Good reminder why we need these in addition to online. Great job!

[@walteranson9551]

I always look foward look foward to your videos. You present real live van life. You are a real honest person. Most van life videos are so fake. Please keep the videos coming. Your fan Walt

[@rlhydn3438]

The Best!!!!! Totally agree with your premise. No expectations, no spoilers!!!! The Wilds of Canada also seems more canine friendly too

[@karenb1627]

Learning to use and read a map can save your life. The info in this video is priceless. I love my Atlas. It complements digital tools,. I like to see the bigger picture of an area. Frank on the computer in the glasses had me squealing out loud. This was an excellent video. 🐾💜☮

[@Christina0623]

If skillshare doesn't sponser you for a lifetime for Frank's performance...bravo!! ❤️🍻🐾🚐🏕 that was brilliant Amanda!! 👏 great tips and ty for sharing your experiences 😊

[@Yvanrn]

Yes did love it

[@NovaDeb]

I really liked the glasses on Frank!

[@whereswendy8544]

Love pouring over maps of all kinds, imagining what sights exploring those roads might reveal. Ty for the timely info.

[@margoburns9085]

Frank on the computer... Priceless! Great video, great info. Thanks

[@Camille_Lee_Eon]

Everytime I see Frank, I think, "That is a dog with Freckles". So adorable. I never seen a dog that looks like him. So well behaved.

[@vanomadcyclist3474]

I love maps as well!! As kids we used to follow the road trip by ticking off exits on the Rand McNally map that we used! It’s a lost art really 😊

[@MudRFunR]

Those Backroad Mapbooks sound like a must have for traveling. Thanks for sharing!

[@wcoastlaurie-7-2]

This video content came at the perfect time for us, we get our rig next Sat! Adventures await🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us 🌿Frank at the laptop was the perfect scene to use for Skill Share 🐾🤓🐾

[@h.w.a.batterink1027]

Thanks Amanda, have a great time out there. Hug for Frank.

[@michellestratford9753]

Since I started exploring the back country of the Island, I've always had a data plan, but let's face it, once we are away from urban areas our data coverage is pretty grim lol. I love my Backwoods books and use online maps and apps more as a backups. I completely agree with you that exploring and 'following my nose' leads to some beautiful places. I love traveling this way! Thank you so much for sharing your tips and tricks!! Safe travels ❤️🥰🚙🇨🇦

[@noproblem2big337]

Love the creativity...Frank wearing glasses while looking very intelligent surfing the web 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@gordaallsop9644]

I learned to read maps.....and I do the same thing if a map doesn't have the info. Go on google maps(though I have been mis-directed with nonesense routes), write everything down including streets I would be passing, cuz mileage is usually incorrect..........X marks the spot!

[@lauraloves...vanlife9368]

That is a much more satisfactory way of finding locations! I’m all about old technology that doesn’t require devices and web

[@tobewiser1629]

I love how you love Frank--you are a glorious person, remember that when YOU are hard on yourself. Stay safe and keep being wonderful--long live Frank!

[@photofrog]

If you're in an area with WiFi, you can use Google Maps to download any city you're going to before you go. That way you can navigate with Maps offline and not use data. I found this super helpful when traveling and not knowing if I would have wifi or connection.

[@ketoauntie7301]

I went to Costa Rica a couple years ago & they do not have road signs hardly anywhere. I make it a practice to print out directions to all the places intended to visit & return directions too. The 1st thing is to get a free map 🗺 at an airport. I don’t have travel cell phone svc, I rely on a map 🗺 & memorization. Thank goodness I do that, because I have gotten us out of situations quite a few times on travels. Even in India, I knew a tuktuk driver was taking us on a triple trip because I had memorized the area before going to that city. Thanks Amanda & Frank 🐕

[@lovebrendadenise]

Thank you🙏🏾 Google maps allows map downloading for offline use. I've been without a data plan for 3 years and love exploring parks. When a map has been downloaded even when I'm offline I can search up nearby parks and choose from a list. Now I'll add some books to the mix for more fun!

[@shavedape]

That was the best and most detailed review of backroad map books I've seen - very helpful. I've been considering getting some lately for Atlantic Canada though wish they had some for Gaspesie. For that I'd need the digital version for GPS when I don't have a GPS and prefer paper maps.

[@morningjane]

Thanks for this info! These map books will make the PERFECT gifts for friends!

[@sandraerickson559]

Thank you! Thank you! This was the most helpful episode. My regards to Frank.

[@heatherrenae620]

You do such a Great Job, ‼️ Concise and on topic, yet your words flow so natural and conversational keeps me really engaged, inspired and entertained Frank on the computer… Omgosh that cracked me up, so cute‼️ Keep on keeping on👍🏽❤️

[@monicahileman1644]

This was a fantastic and informative video. Thank you so much. And for the record you and Frank could never make a video that is boring or too long. Maybe you can give us some insight on your foraging skills. Like what you look for to eat. I am so interested in that.💕🏕️⛰️🏞️🚶‍♀️🐕‍🦺🚐💕

[@stephannirichards8163]

Thanks Amanda, I just bought my first map a couple weeks ago in preparation for my life on the road realising I won’t always have access to the internet. I love maps too! XO

[@LSChestersMom]

This is a wonderful video! Thank you so much for all you create and do. And that Frank is so adorable !!!!!!!!!!

[@ronadkins488]

Thank you Amanda for a really great, informative video😍🎯🏞🚐💚 Makes me want to get on the road!!!❤🌷

[@hikingismytherapy]

This brings back my father...King of maps. Thanks for sharing.

[@soniawomble1748]

I watch a lot of van lifers and this one here is The Real Deal!!!

[@RingoTheGSP]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I bought this set of map books last year before moving into my van and discovered I suck at reading them! A city map? No problem. I look forward to implementing the tips you talked about ( hopefully the price of fuel goes down soon) Backroads Maps should definitely hire you as a spokesperson....and Frank as their mascot🐾✌️🍄🇨🇦 Skillshare is also extremely lucky to have someone with such integraty to be associated with them. 🥰

[@beck4407]

Professor Frank, Looked So Debonair while he was working at his Computer....🥰🐕‍🦺

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Awesome information and beautiful scenery thanks for sharing your time with us Amanda 2 Canadians living on the Gulf of Mexico sending you support✌️ 🙏🇺🇲🇲🇽🇨🇦🙏 Cheers J&D

[@theartisticnomad15]

GREAT video. I begin my adventure in June around the St Lawrence River. Us and Canda side. You are an excellent resource.

[@robertphillips3893]

Thanks for sharing your information. And of course Frank. I look forward to your videos. You are great with your cameras.

[@raveninavaniam9438]

Girl I love your channel so much you and Frank are absolutely amazing and I love your adventures and it looks like for a while I'll finally have a little bit more time to catch up on what I've been missing! ... Cheers!! 🙂💯✌

[@andreacunningham6000]

💕 thank you so much for sharing your hard earned knowledge! So inspiring!

[@soulsearcher9530]

This is exactly what I needed to see! I’m road tripping to Canada for the first time from Southern California in June. I literally bought a southern BC map the other day and have been studying it. I’ll see if I can find one of those map books when I cross the border

[@houseofcats6234]

Great info about maps. I rather use maps than on line maps. It was perfect timing for me to pass on this info to a couple who will need it. THANKS

[@thruhiker87]

In the states we have the DELORME atlas and gazetteer for each state.

[@sarawarrener2193]

Such an informative video Amanda. Thanks for sharing. Love your skill share ad with Frank. He rocked the glasses😊

[@sherried79]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!! I wondered how you found all the places you've been to. This video made me so happy!! I just ordered one backroad mapbook for Canada and they didn't have them for the US that I could find but I found some backroad maps for certain states like Colorado and Utah so I ordered those as well and found them cheap! Thank you so much!!! I love maps!

[@hermitgirlwanders9162]

😍 Frank in glasses. Good vid Amanda! Delorme maps for the US.

[@jennifercreeggan1043]

Fantastic video! So informative and very entertaining. Frank is the best.🥰

[@ald1067]

Keep it up Amanda! You are an inspiration. Cheers from TX. Be safe

[@albertaadventures7750]

Great video Amanda. I love my BRMB. I only have 3 hahahahahah. Take care. Happy travels 🤗

[@VanninBlack]

a physical map is excellent recommendation because sometimes here in the states (in the podunk ones) have a 911 address that is nowhere near the actual google maps pinpoint.

[@navigatingthedestination]

I love that Frank helps you out on the computer 🙃 He's such a great pup

[@RescueDogTreats]

Wow...a “office” Frank! He has endless talents! Too cute! ❤

[@Sunnyone942]

Skill Share Frank just makes me want to check out the site. I love Frank ❤️❤️❤️

[@jasonwhittaker1240]

Awesome video!!!! Paper maps are a must have in edition to Google maps and the knowledge to use them.

[@daydog64]

Thank you so much for sharing parts of your journey. Nothing beats a quick video from you and Frank.

[@robertstanley3253]

Good information Amanda, thank you!

[@dailywithdeb1469]

Watching now but Frank at the computer. Omgosh 🌞💜

[@James_71]

Yes, I have used mapbooks many times in the U.S. Very good info, everyone needs to know how to read one. Don't remember if they had that much info though.

[@cindycochran9946]

Frank in glasses! LOve it!

[@lindamick8031]

Thanks to a previous video of yours, I have purchased the VI backroads and have done a couple of trips! Love your stuff,

[@lesliemcgee2073]

Great information and very well presented, Amanda. You are a great teacher and have excellent on camera presence. I love maps too. Real maps on paper. Google is great but maps never fail. Marvelous final shot of Frank and his sweet breathing noises.

[@Swimdeep]

Great tutorial on map/atlas reading. Good tips for all.

[@sandrabeechy4251]

National Geographic Atlas is a very good option with all the things your Backroads MacBook offer.

[@saylaveenadmearedead]

As a AAA MEMBER I ordered a bunch of free maps and tour books for a road trip someday and they send them next day to my house!

[@nancyswanson6494]

In the main camping type western state the "Bench Mark" atlases are similar, though not as thorough (unfortunately). just found your videos and LOVE them!!!!

[@aussiewanderer9977]

Frank with the glasses - so cute 😊

[@LaNette1]

Hey Amanda I follow you and six other van lifers from Vancouver Island and the more I watch all your guys videos the more I would love to come and visit Canada and Vancouver Island it truly looks so amazing and beautiful keep the great videos coming you and Frank make my day 🇺🇸🐾🐾♥️✌️☮️🌍🇨🇦

[@blessedveteran]

What a great video, thank you for sharing. Since I am driving through Canada to Alaska this summer I am going to look for these once I get to canada.

[@jeannevoorhees2187]

Love your glasses, Frank! 🐾❤️🐾