How I Turned $1200 into 5+ Years of Traveling

One of the greatest joys of the last 5+ years of my life has been my ability to travel. I have been blessed to visit over 20 states, 3 foreign countries, 3 national parks, and countless cities and towns all over the US.
If you had told me in 2014 that I would have ever become a nomad I would have laughed very loudly in your face. I didn't know anything about traveling, just about the only thing I did know was that it cost money to travel and I didn't have any. I wasn't broke, broke, broke...but I was broke, broke.
Fortunately I was blessed to come across a website www.coolworks.com that showed me a way to travel for cheap. I was able to take the $1200 I had to my name and use it and my new found knowledge of seasonal work to start traveling. And I've never looked back.
If you are bored living in the same city or small town you have been living in for years and you want to get out and see the rest of your country and eventually the world I highly recommend seasonal work. It truly changed my life.
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[@DavidVonR]

Tim is the Crown Prince of Positivity and a guru of seasonal work and frugal travel!

[@TimothyWard]

I wear many hats an crowns David 😂🤣😂

[@patrickblair1455]

Tims just an OG there really isn’t much else to say

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks Patrick 😁😁

[@iLL.b]

Agreed

[@MsPriyaLal]

I've followed Tim's videos for a minute.. Keep in mind Tim is willing to go to some creative extremes to pursue his goals. Sleeping in homeless shelters, living out of cars etc.. But the reward to him is worth it in the end, some inspiration.

[@TimothyWard]

You summed me up perfectly lol 👍

[@raybro2841]

One of the hardest parts for me is the feeling of isolation, especially if you don't get close with any coworkers and you don't have a car to go into town.

[@williamj.dovejr.8613]

I have decided to become a digital nomad...I was thinking about it for a while... KZbin brought me here... thanks!

[@phooongtion]

You're awesome man, please don't stop. I have been wanting to quit my job for quite some time now and this sounds very feasible for me

[@TimothyWard]

You for it Bally!

[@alexo9861]

😅😅😅 no money for us is no money but for vlogers is 20k in the bank 🙈 you're a star ✌🏾

[@farrahforever0210]

Came back to this video ! I’m helping a friend find seasonal work and I remembered your channel. Congrats on your growth! 🎉

[@kevinsmith5318]

Awesome and inspirational. I’m in the final chapter of my years (63) and soooo want to do something fulfilling. Not being afraid of work Cool-jobs sounds like just the ticket out of boredom and drudgery.

[@Lino1989]

Appreciate your videos & input very much! Been on the fence for trying this type of lifestyle, especially after Covid hit. It's easy to get stuck or trapped in the 9-5 hamster wheel. Hard for a lot of ppl to leave their basic comforts also. I'd like to make the jump once my debt is all paid off. Housing & food are usually the 2/3 biggest expenses for most ppl (along with transportation, which probably wouldn't be much of an issue either for seasonal work). Great to hear that most of these type of jobs cover that or take it out of your check. Keep the vids coming!

[@TimothyWard]

Will do Lino!

[@goldenstar9379]

This is something I always wanted to do as I get bored with the same old same old .Thank You.

[@QueenBaha]

💐Dear Tim, thank you for this video!! I’m a female POC & felt so stuck in my current situation, frustrated about how to GET OUT of this mess. The universe put your channel I my grasp. I’ve lived in my minivan 2019-2020 so I’m well equipped but will return to it permanently very soon. This video helped me to see the beauty of the forest, that it’s very much possible. Filled with gratitude for you this day💐

[@TimothyWard]

Good luck on your journey sister!

[@YogaBlissDance]

Luv u dude "you haven't heard of it cause you're not rich!" so funny...

[@sheizm888]

Wow, Yellowstone to see old faithful was what made me want to travel. I enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing.

[@sierrachoco5271]

As usual, great info Tim. Thanx!!!

[@TheRealJaded]

Congrats on 20k!

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks Jaded!

[@inspiredtowander]

Great info! Am loving your channel!

[@vaubanschwarzwald3058]

Excellent video and channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@simplify-invest-befree]

Tim- you are to seasonal work what Bob Wells is to van life. The Godfather. This video is going to go through the roof 📈

[@TimothyWard]

Haha! Thanks Chris! I would love for this video to do well, there are so many people who I think could benefit from seasonal work who have still never heard of it.

[@YogaBlissDance]

Great analogy! He really is, I love Bob.

[@Jdb63]

This is huge man! Thanks so much for sharing

[@TimothyWard]

No problem Jdb. Glad you found the information helpful 👍

[@timfleur3712]

inspiring, thank you for your insights

[@moongoddess201]

Really appreciate this amazing and very informative video Tim, you’re the best!

[@samuelhokonson9069]

Thanks bro!

[@Dopeassjournals]

I really enjoy your positivity!❤

[@TimothyWard]

Thank you! 🙂

[@LikelyLost]

Love the video quality and editing! And of course the topic! 🌼

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks, I'm trying to up my YT game a little. I've still got a long way to go though lol.

[@abdul2009]

I appreciate you so much for making this video!!

[@TimothyWard]

No problem Abdul!

[@carlospestana2955]

Glad I was able to come across this video Tim

[@TimothyWard]

Hope the video was helpful Carlos!

[@terrellsmith6715]

He’s living a great life

[@TheObsidianLogic]

My guy, keep grinding and you will definitely get to where you are trying to go. Keep inspiring bro!

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks Robbie! I appreciate your words of encouragement. I'm definitely going to keep grinding!

[@LuckyBastardCandleCo]

Glad you drifted into my algorithm, good stuff!

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks Harlan!

[@leahveal5470]

I'm glad that I've come across this video Tim! You refreshed my memory about seasonal work and I'm super interested in traveling this summer. I remember your first videos about seasonal work too.

[@TimothyWard]

I think this is going to be a good season for seasonal work Leah. I think so many people are ready to get out and travel again.

[@sammynhem4218]

Wow! I would love to travel this way. Thank you for the information.

[@TimothyWard]

No problem Sammy 🙂

[@user-jp8cm5kr1s]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I'm so glad that I stumbled upon this video. I've been thinking about what I want to do after I graduate college, I'm not set on a career, nor am I sure that a career is what I want. I've really wanted to travel, and this is the perfect opportunity. I'm so so excited to try this out!

[@Mr.freedom_]

Great great video my brother thank you for the inspiration and information bless you keep the videos coming 💪🏾👏🏾👌🏾🤙🏾

[@TimothyWard]

You're welcome Freedom. And I'm definitely going to try my best to keep the motivational content coming!

[@darrellhargrove1444]

This is bad ass Tim!! Awesome. This might just be me!

[@maca5868]

New sub here today! This is 3rd vid I'm watching. 1st was about living at 41 without having kids, 2nd was a word on sobriety and boredom, and now this, travel and jobs whiles doing so. Liked, subbed, and lit that bell up. Thanks so much!!

[@TimothyWard]

Welcome M P! I'm glad you are enjoying the content here!

[@mayamccray6491]

Great content Tim! Very much needed people need that know how info. I spent years traveling while working a 9 to 5 and it was a battle you had to beg for 2 weeks off or put in a year for a week. I understand what its like to choose travel over a desk job. I have also left a position if it was taking up too much time but, I also know there are times when you need to put in that work so you can bounce and do you.

[@TimothyWard]

I agree Maya!

[@mushroomcomic897]

You remind me of me! Good to know others out there. Cheers from Massachusetts!

[@wetwilly8425]

Yellowstone Club is insane. I loveed that ride from Bozeman to Big Sky. First time i seen Bald Eagles, the river that flows right long the road, the different animals that pop out on the road, all the green trees, and it looks even cooler when it's winter. The four season was the best part of living in montana

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you

[@analogueconsciousness8112]

Very savvy guy. I'm inspired!!

[@TimothyWard]

mission accomplished 👍

[@tonyroland5010]

Big homie speaking truths

[@ut561]

wow great information

[@SimplyNaturalBlack]

Hello Mr.Timothy and everyone ✌🏿💞.I absolutely loved this Video so Inspiring and Informative. Omg been Watching the Show Big Sky based around Montana and thought about you. Keep up the good Videos....Yessss👊🏿

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks! 🙂🙂. I keep meaning to check out that Big Sky show.

[@nalgasasadas2232]

Im going to big sky and im nervous about it and dudeee you made me feel so excited about it ❤

[@johnclinton9361]

Tim, Keeper of Knowledge

[@wherestheparty_]

thanks for this info, I didn˛t even think about the fact there might be websites for seasonal job search :)

[@breedof1]

Tim you are incredible

[@TimothyWard]

Haha! Thanks 😁🙂

[@nomadiccounselor9989]

You should make some international videos talking more about your travels in other countries. I'd love to hear your advice for Mexico, Thailand, Philippines, etc. Thank you, sir!

[@ashexplorestravel]

Glad to see your channel growing! Hope to run into you in seasonal work somewhere!! I will be working in Glacier NP this summer.

[@TimothyWard]

I'm debating on going to Glacier this summer too! If I don't end up working there I will definitely come up and visit my friends there. It would be awesome if our paths crossed!

[@ashexplorestravel]

@@TimothyWard Ahhh cool that’d be awesome! Let us know of your plans for summer when you know for sure.

[@dee-deebe9256]

Awesome 👍🏽😎 ness! #positivitygrateful💥

[@riceandbeans2019]

Best video title yet

[@TimothyWard]

I'm trying to get better with my titles. Thanks.

[@petuniaromania6294]

Tim, if I did this seasonal work, I'd have to put all my belongings into a local storage unit where I live, which would be fine. What I'd like to know is, what items would I need to have with me before setting off for a seasonal job location? Should I go ahead and purchase black, non-slip shoes? How about other items that I'd need to bring? Also, how would I secure things that are sensitive or valuable to me, like my laptop, and other items I'd like to take with me for documenting my experience and staying in contact with my family? Thank you for your advice.

[@leklekjasmine416]

So cool

[@holidaylawrence4721]

Yess this guy is really cool

[@TimothyWard]

Thanks 😁

[@Keppy601]

👑 Our prince has returned

[@tomhorton889]

He’s Not A Prince ! He’s A KING 👑😃

[@Keppy601]

@@tomhorton889 YES that’s true, he’s a king 🤴

[@TimothyWard]

Wow! Thanks Keppy! 😁

[@raybro2841]

Hey man. Thanks for the videos. I really enjoyed working at Bryce Canyon many years ago. I would've enjoyed Yosemite if I wasn't a dishwasher working till 3AM every night also during COVID. Where should I go next? Too many options...

[@Yoonah_Yoonie]

I REALLY would like to do this! I'm in a bad living situation. The only thing I'm worried about is that I have a dog and I'm not sure if I'd be able to bring him along with me. 😔 I have no one to look after him while I travel.

[@ShanntahnPininchula]

Awesome video. My younger brother also worked an internship at the YMCA of the Rockies for 9 months and loved it! How are you traveling between your seasonal jobs here in the USA? Do you bus it, or rent a car, fly? Really interested!

[@TimothyWard]

I initially start traveling to my seasonal jobs on Greyhound but eventually I graduated to flying or taking Amtrak. These days I drive my car.

[@blusaura7409]

Work smarter not harder 👏🏾

[@02SplinterCell02]

Coolworks flyers are great to post around homeless shelters, food pantries, and prisons. Many of these places welcome such people because they are aware such people are usually most in need of "touching grass"

[@LorenzoVonMatta]

Do you know the cool works equivalent for the UK? Awesome video by the way haha.

[@tomhorton889]

Should’ve went live Tim ! 😃

[@Retired-jr3qs]

Tim does a livestream at least 5 times a week. I don't know how he does it.

[@TimothyWard]

Haha! I have to upload a 'real' video every now and then lol

[@daisylavender5275]

💚

[@1ride1life]

Same here. Lived in my car and food stamps. Kept my living costs low...

[@idboo1234]

I'm thinking about doing this and I'm 50 years old.

[@allthetimegood3300]

I’m getting my debt payed and thinking about doing seasonal jobs ! What is the best place in your opinion to travel to in the winter season ? And how hard is it to first live in. Dorm room ?

[@jonathannagel7427]

I’ve been interested in working on a cargo ship: no booze, daily routine, no place to waste your earnings except the occasional port of call, but that’s “travel.”

[@TimothyWard]

Go for it Jonathan!

[@nko5666]

Tim cracks me up how in the hell were you able to stretch that , that long

[@dathip]

heard of coolworks before. Thanks for the vid! BTW is their a state you have NOT been to? Thanks

[@TimothyWard]

Haha, I haven't been to any of the states in the Northeast

[@mindmy609]

Modern jack Kerouac

[@bwells0822]

Where can I get that hoodie

[@minimalist_monk]

20k and rising. 😲

[@TimothyWard]

Yeah man! Blessed!

[@CoachBillyMcMahon]

Question, when you are provided housing and meals, is that contingent on working full-time (40 hours)? Or is it possible to do seasonal work but part time (like 25 hours?) and still get the housing and meal benefits? Do u work 7 days a week or have the option to work 3 days a week? Also, what about transportation? Say you are working in a national park for 3 months but also want to explore places outside of the park on your free days. Is there a shuttle or bus that is provided for you? What has your experience been? Thank you!

[@TimothyWard]

The meals aren't contingent on you working 40 hours every week, but most positions are full time, with a standard 2 days off a week. The transportation depends on the property and location. Some national parks have really a good shuttle system some don't. Occasionally, the seasonal employer might have buses that take employees around the area, into town, etc. but this more the exception than the rule.

[@Thenewlife83]

Any tips on starting a KZbin channel? I'm at 8:49 not sure if you'll cover this.

[@cwctlh]

How does it typically work regarding having a "home base" to stay between jobs, store items that you don't need to take to a specific job, have a permanent address, etc.?

[@TimothyWard]

I usually just rent a room in a house somewhere and use that as my home base. So I can leave any of my stuff I won't be needing there and I can use the address there to receive mail.

[@itssu445]

Except its only available I'm the states

[@Sabrina-im4lo]

Hey Tim 😊 I just found your channel today... just wanted to ask you... so you started travelling with $1200 but how did you afford to buy the plane tickets to the different countries you were traveling to? Like the Philippines and Mexico etc ? Did you ever feel like you were going to run out of money ?

[@TimothyWard]

I saved my money while working seasonal jobs to buy my plane tickets to travel. And I did have a few side hustles online that made me some travel money too. If I ever thought I was going to run out of money I just went to another seasonal job and maybe worked a longer season.

[@diamondspear3328]

What city in Alaska is good for brothas?

[@TimothyWard]

I didn't have any issues in Alaska. I think any city you want to visit in Alaska will be cool

[@SInaBenia]

Hi Tim! Where do you plan to go for summer 2021?!

[@TimothyWard]

I'm not entirely sure yet Sina. I'm weighing a few different options

[@SInaBenia]

@@TimothyWard It's definitely hard there's so many amazing places to choose from! I've been watching your videos for a while and I'm headed out to yellowstone in may. Thanks for all the help and advice with your videos you're the man!

[@charlesjoseph1031]

So what happens after a CoolWorks gig is coming to an end? Do they have a program that helps transfer you to the next gig or go home? Or are you just left on your own with no job and no place to stay, having to figure it out alone?

[@user-qo8cx2do3h]

Yeah, there’s no program to help you transfer. You have to find your next job on your own. Plan Ahead and save money, it’s not hard to find your next gig!

[@hardknock1753]

Another great video Tim. I’m just glad Ray Ray gave you some money and not Day Day!

[@TimothyWard]

Haha! 🤣🤣

[@al333]

What’s the Pat and overtime?

[@petuniaromania6294]

How is this seasonal work being impacted by COVID? Are all employers requiring both vaccinations?

[@allthetimegood3300]

Hey Tim . Did you still have to do your taxes from seasonal jobs ?

[@TimothyWard]

Yes, you always have to do your taxes 😂. But it’s not that hard. They will send you a W2 just like a regular job.

[@bettycordova1068]

❤❤❤❤👍👋

[@Badlama18]

I want to work a housing provided job but I can not live with a random dude 😂

[@grantjoh2931]

Are u the guy who worked on an oil rig?

[@TimothyWard]

Yeah I did, many years ago lol.

[@alisiademi]

Tim you're a good guy who loves nature and wildlife, you should go vegan!

[@TimothyWard]

Honestly, the thought has crossed my mind.

[@graham4099]

What am I meant to do with the kids?