KampKeeper SUV Car Tent Camping Trip in Snow Storm with Pepper / Subaru Outback Wilderness

[@slipperysteev]

I'd give this 100 LIKES if I could! I just started my Subaru car camping adventures and am preparing to do my first overnighter this weekend. And this was awesome watching how you do this in the winter with all your cool camping gadgets and yummy food.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you Steev!! I really appreciate it 🙏 😌 have a wonderful time~ and I can't wait for the winter~ it so magical, I love it.

[@slipperysteev]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO it really is in your video! How do you find free locations like that?

[@joeyn.1003]

I think most KZbinrs with videography skills this good always end up overdoing it with background music. The lack of music is such an amazing choice and it makes the video so much more enjoyable. So happy I found your channel and get to binge watch as I brainstorm ideas for my upcoming set up. You are criminally undersubscribed to. Have a feeling your channel will explode any week now

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

wow. Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words. I am really glad you found us as well.

[@patrick-rb3ul]

Yes! Recharge the Soul!

[@jaykay6412]

camping aside. that is the sickest looking Soob I've ever seen

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Haha. Thank you! 😊 🙏

[@timpowell6901]

found your channel while researching the Outback Wilderness, your stuff is Rad AF man. Keep up the good work!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you very much! I appreciate it 🙏

[@Matooosh]

Same here, now I know that I can go camping with my subaru easily :)

[@Sams911]

I just got a 2025 Wilderness ... this is now my new favorite KZbin channel.. I'm binging all the videos again. I live in Vegas, near the Red Rock canyon .. I will be trying out car camping asap.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

congrats on your purchase! and thank you for your support! Red Rock is one of my fav. national park! but not during summer. LOL have fun camping!

[@Sams911]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO yeah, I'm originally from the Bay Area.... I miss the mild weather the most. Thanks.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Nice! Bay area is also beautiful 😍

[@ervinslens]

Absolutely gorgeous shots, colors are phenomenal here! Outstanding winter scenery!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you very much for your comment 😊 I really appreciate it 🙏

[@joewhite9183]

Thank you & Pepper for such a relaxing time ....

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for joining us!~ have a great weekend.

[@shepherd9246]

미국 유타주에 거주하는 사람인데 최근 캠핑에 관심을 가지게 되서 검색중 좋은 채널 하나 찾았네요 잘 보고 가요 !

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

안녕하세요! 반갑습니다.

[@wesgriffin5631]

Just awesome!! The snowman was the best. I look forward to your videos. Keep chasing those adventures my friend.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hi Wes~ thank you always, and more is on the way~ and you as well, my friend.

[@barbigrindmeyer1942]

The tent in your video is a kampkeeper with a reflective coating, your link is to the blackdog pop up by nature hike. How do we get the actual tent in the video?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for notifying me. And here is the link amzn.to/3vqxErC and I will update it in the video description 😀

[@vcp93]

Such an inspiring video. I have started my search for a Subaru Outback Wilderness for the purpose of having a vehicle that could tow a teardrop camper. I never though about the rig you are using. Thanks for the ideas. Cheers! 👽✌️

[@Coloradohiker658]

Just getting into this.. just got my first Subaru. Great video.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Congrats on your purchase and Thank you for joining our camping adventure!

[@DeAgingTechnology]

...tell me, what tires do you have of your vehicle?...it looks awesome!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

its Mickey Thompson Baja Boss AT

[@lewesolowski]

Really enjoyed watching this and seeing how it is done, so peaceful!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you 😊

[@jasonmarcus9051]

Really debating on this car coming from an 2012 Audi s4, served me good in the long run but it’s time to part ways and get back on the sand, I can’t drift away from awd systems and this caught my eye

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

that would be a great upgrade! I had no issues with the car yet. (knock on wood) and little drifting is always fun! couldn't resist!!

[@jlscielo]

Beautiful place and scenery and what a sweet pup! 😊 Wow! The camp setup and gear. Thank you for sharing. Would you recommend this SUV tent? I have a Subaru. I also have the candle lantern from UCO. ❤😊

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

it was magical!! and I highly recommend this tent. its fairly easy to set up and offers plenty of space not to mention the price too. the UCO adds calming mod~ I love it.

[@TommyBlazeHD]

This is probably your best edited video yet. Oddly satisfying to watch 😅

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you T Mills, 😊 I guess the more you do better, the better you get at it. ~

[@aramis720]

Such a sweet and well-done video. Keep em coming!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you! 😊

[@sabrinaali6195]

How is the tent holding up sincee it’s been a year am eyeing it now for summer camping

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

it's been really great! no issues at all.

[@jerjer7154]

The snowman was a perfect ending! Your new fire box looked great in action out there also.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hahaha 😆 yes. I was missing something and with all the snow, I had to.

[@Rich-tc2lh]

Wow. Nice place to relax.. But the tent and all the gadgets to make it the comfort of home is incredible.. So amazing 👌

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for your compliments! I really appreciate it 🙏 😌

[@AlexFrederick85]

Would be great if you did a video going over your gear - favorites and duds.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@AlexFrederick85 Thanks for the suggestion. I will make one soon! 👌

[@cejuson4004]

New subbie. Lovin' your videos. The snow from the Northwest has improved your content exponentially, compared to the southern California landscape. Wish you the best.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hello~ and thank you so much for subbing to my channel. I really appreciate it 🙏 and yes, I wouldn't have taken this type of footage if I was still in SoCal. Are you from Cali?

[@jhlewis10]

Never understood the SUV tents, for me a 15x20 lightweight tarp is more versatile, but that firepit though! well done have to look into making one.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

well, in weather like this, you do want to block the wind from all sides to keep it warm otherwise, yes simple tarp could go a long way. also, Amazon has a DIY kit and if I had seen this before I bought my Lavabox, I would have DIYed it.. amzn.to/3s99boY and pick up an ammo can from Harbor Freight.

[@jhlewis10]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO Looking at that kit, I have 90% of the materials on hand, looks like an easy diy.

[@Beeline533]

Would love you to add some content in your videos on how you deal with cleaning up dishes. Any tips or tricks there

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Normally, I just bring it home and clean it but if I need something right away, I will boil some water, rinse it and wipe it with a paper towel 😅

[@Beeline533]

Haha thanks. I guess there are no shortcuts or cool gadgets that can beat good ole elbow grease and dawn soap

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@@Beeline533 for now, YES~

[@pdxwilderness55]

Love that crunchy snow! As others have said, this video is phenomenal. Beautiful shots and great sound design. And Pepper is always a highlight :) Thanks for always posting details on your set up and gear. Would you be willing to share the location/general area you're in? I'd love a chance to get out in the snow a bit more with my Wilderness!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you! I appreciate it 🙏 😌 and of course, I am not like some people where "no, it's my top secret spot!" 😉 lol. It's called buck creek campground. I believe until may, it's considered a dispersed campgound.

[@pdxwilderness55]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO you're the best! 😄 Thank you! Last summer I finally started exploring Washington State a bit - I'll be adding this to my list of places to check out while there's still snow ❄️ 🏕️

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@@pdxwilderness55 you will love this place. so many different sceneries and its easy access makes this place my favorite place to camp

[@rickykahlon8321]

Love watching your videos 🇨🇦

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you, Ricky. I really appreciate it.

[@Jenrtiel]

Great video. It was very relaxing to watch. Shouldn’t doggie have a doggie jacket too? She/He is not double coated. Thanks.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for being concerned about Pepper and yes, I always bring a sweater and a jacket for Pepper but on this trip, I left it in the garage and he spent most of the trip in the sleeping bag.. I felt so awful... but if you see my other videos, he is well-dressed for the weather.

[@aliabunimah9353]

I enjoy your video but your setup seems overly complicated if it’s like a one night stay somewhere. My goal is always to keep it simple and minimize the amount of gear I need. But this does make for an entertaining video. Thanks

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

True true. Check out this video if you want something simple kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIHLn4KfmNmfmacsi=70ZkxJYSsSKIKQhb

[@Michelleigram]

The fire is set so far out - how can that keep you warm? How long does the 5 lbs. of propane last?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

It actually creates a barrier of hot air and the cold air doesn't come in the tent. And plus, burning propane makes carbon monoxide and wouldn't want that in the tent. 5lb lasts up to 12 hours

[@stephane7484]

nice .... keep going

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you. Much appreciate it

[@WildernessArchive]

Man what an awesome location! That Ignik stove is going to pay for itself in no time. Love the little snow drifting at the end too lol. Have you run into any battery issues leaving the hatch open for extended periods of time? I believe Subaru updated the firmware in the 2020+ models to prevent a parasitic draw if the hatch is left open for a long time, but I’ve still heard that using a “Hatch Catch” device is a safe bet. I always carry a jump starter battery pack in my car just in case too. Great video my friend, keep it up!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hi! It is my favorite camping spot I always goto and I am really happy with the ignik and lavabox combo. Like you said, cost to fill the tank is way cheaper than logs and plus it's way easier to transport them. I didn't have battery issues on this trip but for some reason I had to jump start the car on my last trip using this same tent (new video coming 😅) so next time I use this tent, I am going to use the hatch catch.

[@charlie1109]

What are the poles you use for the hatch? I don't have them and the tent was weighing it down. Thanks!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

I got them from Amazon. amzn.to/40AIshU it has soft round caps so it won't scratch the car hitch either.

[@sonofagreatsouthernland]

A meal fit for a king. Good camp setup in not so ideal conditions!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hello and thank you for your comment. The tent held up great in not so ideal weather conditions!

[@sonofagreatsouthernland]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO Was wondering how it fared. You going to do a review of it?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@@sonofagreatsouthernland yup. It will be coming soon~

[@arilebon]

Does keeping the hatchback open draw power? Can the power be switched off while keeping door open?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

yes it does draw power when the hatch is open so I use a key method to trick the car to think that the hatch is closed. I do show how I do it in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipird42widmKnNE

[@Hailde_phoraw]

Great video. Do you have a link to the kitchen wear that you cook your shrimp on.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you Barry and the one I used is no longer available but I was able to find a similar one. Link is in the description under BBQ Griddle. 👍

[@emanuelv19]

Love the puppers, reminds me of mine! Would you mind sharing, or sending me the location via inbox on the location? I can't seem to spot it. WA local myself.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for joining our camping adventure! its called buck creek campground

[@tuulik6588]

Thats a pretty cool tent, would it be possible to use it with wood stove to keep it warm?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

You can if you could find a way to keep the side door not touching the stove pipe.

[@Mctsep]

Plesant to watch!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you Michael 😊

[@eddie1v]

Are you goi g to do a video on that tent cover over your hatch?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hi Eddie. I have plas to do a video on this tent and should be coming soon~ thank you!

[@gusm6220]

that gear wow!

[@katherineradtke773]

Your hands must have been freezing 🥶

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

It was pretty cold!

[@gdizzle12]

Any regrets on choosing black for your outback wilderness? I am looking to get one and like the black the most but wanted to see what you think?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Well, if you ask me, my last 5 cars has been black and is my favorite color so that's a big NO. 😆 yes its hard to keep clean and yes it does show fine swirl marks but when it is cleaned up, it's the best looking. 👌 I say get it and get a PPF done on the car and ceramic coat so the maintenance is much easier.

[@gdizzle12]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO thanks! I’ve watched your trailer hitch install video about 50 times in prep for when we buy one to save some money on the install- really appreciate you content!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@G K wow. Thank you!! 😊 and take your time on cutting the bumper. If I had to do it again, I would cut it a bit smaller than the template and cut more if I had to. Otherwise, everything is just bolt on, so you should have any issues.

[@briantodd4887]

Curious to know if you got your windows tinted? If so, what shade level and which windows? Thanks

[@AlexFrederick85]

How did you like the tent?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Oh, I love it!!

[@conditionsofflow2419]

Great stuff. Where did you get the lanterns?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thanks and which one?. I have a link to all the camping gears in the description. You might find it there.

[@Abeygenov]

Thank you for all your videos, they are great! Is there a chance to face wild animals? Do you feel safe camping alone?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for joining us on our camping adventure. there is always a chance to face wild animals in the wilderness. I experience that first hand when a black bear camp to my site, luckily, I was camping with a roof top tent so it didn't bother me but still, it was scary. so ever since then, I do check for animal tracks and carry a bear spray with me all the time. just need to be aware of your surrounding.

[@Abeygenov]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO thank you for your reply! Btw, you inspired me and 2 days ago I got my new Subaru outback wilderness! I have 0 experience with camping but thanks to your videos I hope my camps will be easier!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@@Abeygenov wow. Congratulations on your purchase!! hope you get to enjoy it.! and if you have any questions, please feel free to ask anytime

[@billegerton1803]

Amazing!! Well done.......

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you Bill! 😊 🙏

[@QuantumMuch]

Where did you get this tent?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

I got it on Amazon. Have the link in the video description 😀

[@johnnoblemedia]

Just want to ask, can you leave the tent or do you have to pack up every time?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

leave the tent at the camp site? no, I pack up every time.

[@cl9022]

How long did it take to set up?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

I would say no longer then 15 min

[@timbrook-taylor3434]

Did you "lift" your outback a couple of inches?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Nope. Still riding on factory suspension

[@yydsyyds]

why all his gear is brand new??

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

I like to keep my gears looking new. Thanks!

[@joeszeto310]

Another great video!! Looks like the KampKeeper is a great option. Love the black! =) Too bad there are no "windows" though, unlike that Blackdog you used. But that one also looks a bit short for anyone to stand up inside..(?) BTW, and I'm sure you can share my excitement, I just put down a deposit for a black Wilderness. It'll be arriving in about 3 weeks. And now that you've moved to WA, I can be your LA counterpart... LOL!! So please keep trying new gears so I'll know where to throw my hard earned cash!!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hi Joe! Kampkeeper was great! And for the price, it's a great tent. And it still has a window on the other side but not like the blackdog. And yes in the backdog tent, you can't fully stand. AND!! Congratulations 🎊 👏 you just reminded me when I put a deposit on my OWB!!! So I know rhe feeling man!! How exciting 😀 you'll be even more excited when the dealer calls you! Where did you buy it from? And yes you can be my twin so when I go to visit LA, we can meet up and take some photos!!

[@joeszeto310]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO IKR? Can't wait till the dealer calls! I'm getting mine from Puente Hills, near where I used to live. I'm in OC now. Thought about hitting up your guy up in Sherman Oaks... but man that's a long drive! 🤣And yea, I'll be doing a "couple" simple mods next few months. So yea, we can be the OBW twins of LA!! 😀

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@@joeszeto8859 thats good. No mark up these days right?

[@joeszeto310]

@@ChasingAdventuresCO Actually they did.. $2500 for "dealer installed options".. some total BS crap like wheel locks and other random stuff. I said hell no!! Also told them other dealers, like Irvine Subaru didn't have a markup... so they waived it... 👍

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@@joeszeto8859 good. As long as you didn't pay over MSRP!

[@geraldlane1480]

Get the dog a sweater.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thanks, he's got a few.

[@marksevilla7566]

New subscriber here, and new Subie OBW owner. Saw your post in the subie group. Fucking loved your video bro, keep it up!

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hi Mark, welcome to our channel and thank you very much!! I really appreciate it 🙏 😌 and congratulations on your purchase!!

[@ElsaFriost]

And I am so glad that you don't have clothes on your dog he has a lot of hair and he they probably get very hot so it is much better not to make him wear clothes that he is not used to I like that

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for your comment

[@FieldingSmith]

For sleeping in the car I’d recommend that you close the hatch, crack the windows slightly, and get yourself some of the insulated window covers (weathertech or you can make them). That should keep things a bit warmer. I’ve seen some people cut out a screen for the UCO lanterns from a soda can to block the light and help radiate heat a bit more, but sleeping with a flame in the car is a bit much for me.

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Hi! Thank you for the recommendation and normally I would sleep with the harch closed but the way the tent is designed is you need to have the hatch open so it gives support. I tried it closed and it just drapes down and not enough tention to support the tent in Snow or rain. And soda can bottle is a nice idea but like you said.. having a open flame in the car is bit too much. But I slept warm because of the heated Blanket I put inside of the sleep bag 😉

[@ryancleckley2818]

How do you run the heated blanket?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

@Ryan Cleckley I am using a powerstation rated at 750kw which is more than enough to run all my lights, charge my phone, battery for the camera and the heated blanket.

[@fish0n2]

Super cool setup and the food looks good also, I’m curious is there a reason why you went with this tent and not a rooftop setup I just downsized from a full size truck to a 2024 outback wilderness and I’m trying to figure out options also have you looked into a diesel heater I have fiends that use them with there tent setup. Good job with the videos

[@davidlabsire1944]

Your dog was freezing, you need heat for him

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for your concern and He did have heat. Was under the sleeping bag and his doing just fine. But he gets anxious and shakes like that even in summer time.

[@ElsaFriost]

I think that if we wanted to hear music we could have turn it on a video with music, we want to watch and listen to the snow to the rain how you camp how you open your tent the of mother nature not of music why in the hell do we want to listen to music?

[@ChasingAdventuresCO]

Thank you for your suggestion