VAN LIFE | 10 Tips for Staying Cool in a Van!

In this video, I offer my 10 best tips for staying cool in my Tiny Ford Connect! Vans are notoriously difficult to temperature control whatever the outdoor weather may be. This summer has been particularly HOT, so I've had to figure out creative ways to keep cool with temperatures at record highs. I hope these tips help. If you have any good suggestions, please feel free to leave them in the comments below. As always, thanks for watching! Have a great Saturday!!!
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[@tegmapat11]

I've used a long silver tarp about 24' long, priced $20 - $25 . You throw it over the roof of the van coming out to the side door area and stake it in the ground as far our at it reaches, just like a tent. When done properly, it will look like you're parked under a canopy except the van roof holds it up without needing any poles! The silver color reflects the heat off the van and with no posts to use like you would with a canopy or tent, all you need is to have some ropes tied to the 4 corners of the tarp. Those are then staked out past the side door leaving room for you to go in and out. It takes all of 5 min. to set up, so it's not the work involved with a tent. (Hope I explained that well enough... LOL) If anyone wants to take it a step further, they can have 3 poles shaped like an upside down U & put them under the tarp extended out past the side door you are using to enter & exit the van. That gives you a nice canopy, and still doesn't require hardly any storage (just 3 pcs. of tent pipe or inexpensive PVC pipes.) And it all takes 5 min. or so for someone setting it up all alone.

[@LadyBugout]

Wow! Awesome set up. I hope everyone is taking notes. Thank you so much for taking the time to write that out for us.😌

[@GinaKayLandis]

Pat, do you have a link? Google shows such tarps in $50+ and up range...

[@normaevett]

First time I've heard this! Brilliant! Putting that on my Harbor Freight list!

[@lisabailon1010]

Thanks great tip will be using this one.

[@BL-em1ur]

I've been thinking the same thing, to bring my shade with me, aka a tarp that I put over the whole car. I think I'll get poles but might try your suggestion first.

[@Rickmakes]

When you are using your car's AC, and you want the maximum cooling, make sure to turn on recirculation mode.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you… yes… thanks for pointing that out!

[@AvaPotterfieldandFriends]

Great tips!!!! Thank you for that!!! It has been hot here. So humid it takes your breath away.

[@LadyBugout]

Oh man…stay safe and cool😕

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

What great tips Dee. This summer is really turning out to be a scorcher. These tips will not only help with comfort, but could actually help keep folks safe👍

[@LadyBugout]

I hope so! Thanks for stopping by Carol 🥰

[@sunshinegalkw9675]

Wetting things down is something we do here in key west when we have a hurricane and the power is out…. We do that to a sheet and use it over us for sleeping, helps to keep the mosquitoes away too, if the doors and windows are open and you’ve lost a screen! I hate hurricane season….

[@LadyBugout]

I used to live in the Dominican Republic… hated hurricane season too. Stay safe and stay cool☺️

[@nancywhitty7072]

Covering your windows from the outside (while parked, of course) will keep the interior much cooler than interior window coverings. Once the long and wavey UV rays pass through glass, they shorten (Infrared) and are unable to escape back through. Hence, the heat is trapped in your van. Those reflexive blankets and magnets would solve the problem just as you did on the roof. And you gotta love awnings. They do the trick, as well. Thanks for those great suggestions. Peace, love, and happy trails!

[@LadyBugout]

For sure… I just like to be able to have the front windshield cleared from inside in case I need to get out of an area in a hurry.

[@nancywhitty7072]

@@LadyBugout right on. My daughter and I use this idea only when we plan on being sessile and outside of van most of the day (e.g. camping, at the beach in MS, or one of our lovely LA river spots). Keeps the van nice and cool for when you need to duck in for whatever, and only takes a few seconds to remove, I love your pocket laden shower curtain and "barn door" space 👍

[@LadyBugout]

@@nancywhitty7072 perfect!!!!

[@mseaman-ig3xb]

I appreciate your approach to living out of your van. In my 20s (year ago) I spent 3 years on the road in a van with a rug on the floor, sleeping bags and a Coleman stove as the only conveniences. So I think I’ll be fine with a few more comforts

[@LadyBugout]

You will definitely be just fine!!! Safe and happy travels💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼🚗

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

This just reminded me that I need to pick up another spray bottle.. I broke mine!!! I like to keep mine in the fridge and then use it when I need to for cooling down.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice! Thanks for stopping by Bunny!☺️

[@colleenc5008]

Great tips, Dee. I have one idea, similar to your bamboo scarf. I have some little neckerchiefs that I found at REI. They have a channel with little beads that you soak in water before using - for a couple hours if possible. They expand with the water, and stay cool for a few hours. They will shrink up and dry out over time but you can soak them and reuse.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! I’ll check it out🤗

[@BL-em1ur]

Buff makes one too that I love even better because it is a bit smaller and hugs my neck more. I have several!

[@Purpleroses]

This Lady Has Excellent Ideals. One Thing Is To Face The Sun And Remember That Glass Hold Heat So Depending On Where You Are Parked, You Can Put The Cover You Use Inside On Your Windshield Or Side Windows On The Outside. They Will Block Most Of The Heat. You'll Be Surprised.

[@LadyBugout]

Great tip. Sometimes I can’t put them on the outside because of where I am parked… but yes…that is ideal and that is why i do have the aluminum with magnets when I can put it on the outside while boondocking.

[@debrandw246]

You are amazing. I am so glad you are here. Really learned so much from you. I love your van and it looks so comfortable. It's my dream to do what you are doing but I am getting a bit on in life. I am 64 young. 😅 But you have given me faith that I can get a small vehicle and still be able to do it. Thank you so much. You are so kind.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes!!!! You can do it! You are very kind for saying that☺️

[@CindyCaVANas]

When you close off all other vents in front it will give added air pressure to just the Nozzle. 😁 I close off the passengers vents and get better pressure from the drivers seat. 👌🙋‍♀️

[@LadyBugout]

Yes!!!! I forgot to mention that 😛

[@JimmySlaughter]

This is Transit Connect-specific, but last month I was able to track down a pair of taxi windows for my sliding doors, and I had them installed. Combined with my Maxx Air Fan, I have so much more ventilation now. Made bug screens for them too. The ventilation aspect does wonders, especially when sleeping at night. Other than that, yes, chase the weather. You can't fight humidity.

[@LadyBugout]

What?!?! How awesome 🤩

[@JimmySlaughter]

@@LadyBugout Yep, there's a guy in Florida who's been salvaging the taxi glass from junk yards for a few years. They're getting harder to find now because most of the Transit Connect taxis in the Mark I body style are not only no longer on the road, but many of them have gone to the crusher. Unfortunately, no one makes aftermarket glass for the Transit Connect that has slider windows, so finding the taxi windows are the only option if your sliding doors already have Ford windows in them.

[@LadyBugout]

@@JimmySlaughter interesting 🤔 my van has no windows in the back. I’m wondering if little round portal windows would be an option-maybe for the back barn doors?!?!

[@JimmySlaughter]

@@LadyBugout Since you have a clean slate to work with, you can definitely get some generic RV windows, that have sliders and bug screens and install them on your doors, or quarter panels. Lots of possibilities there.

[@davisphillips7792]

I have the same van but mine has windows in all the doors. I built hard covers for them, painted them white and added some styrofoam insulation to the insides. I use an exterior front windshield cover like for winter time to block the windshield from getting hot. I have a solar panel on the roof that helps block a smidge of sun from the top. I have plans to add some removable side awnings that attach to the solar panel frame I built. I have some severe anxiety about cutting a hole in my roof plus the max air type fans add a lot to the height and I need it short as possible for parking garages at work. Instead keeping with your airflow ideas I keep my front windows cracked as well and have the rain guards. And I drilled a hole in my back door up high and put in a small exhaust fan to keep the air moving. Works pretty good and I painted it to match so it's not as odd as you might think. Thank you for sharing your ideas and what you have found that works. I have watched alot of videos to see what people have done and their return videos as to what actually works. Thanks again for sharing!

[@LadyBugout]

Sounds like a beautiful build! Thanks for sharing what you’ve done. Always good to have new ideas😊🤩

[@JonniesJourney]

Awesome ideas Dee. I really need to order that noggle.

[@LadyBugout]

😛I think it’s my new favorite!!!

[@debrandw246]

Tip # 5. Get a small, low watt air conditioner or minisplit which can easily be run by solar. Many vanlifers are finally figuring they van have the comfort of air conditioning. I lived off grid and used one for years. Due to my health I am unable to be in extreme heats. It is possible to have a small air conditioner and easily run it on solar. Great video. Thank you.

[@LadyBugout]

Perfect! Thanks😎

[@debrandw246]

@@LadyBugout Love your channel and your beautiful van.

[@nonyabizness.original]

in the dry desert southwest, a swamp cooler works great and uses a lot less electricity. you can buy a small portable usb unit for ~$60, or check youtube for how to diy one using a bucket, some pvc pipe, and a computer fan.

[@LadyBugout]

@@nonyabizness.original very interesting 🧐

[@lisabailon1010]

@@nonyabizness.original got a little one in Aldi's for $19.99 last week and is USB. Works great in my minivan here in Florida with my fan.

[@Maurice1151]

Hey Lady Bugout for what it’s worth when I’m driving my tractor on a hot Aussie day I use a cooling neck bandana. I put it in the fridge the night before, it cools right down (I believe it has glycol in it) and I put it around my neck; works well. Great video again; love watching them.

[@LadyBugout]

Great tip Maurice! You Aussies know how to do it!!!☺️☺️☺️

[@FnAVanLife]

Loving all the tips!!! Dee you've got so many great ideas 💡 I feel like most of these are very innovative and so smart especially with all the heatwaves going on! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Hey guys! Thanks for stopping by🤗 and thanks again for the podcast and chat last night. 🥰🥰🥰

[@categabrielspiritual]

I love how practical you are! You are such a sweet lady 😍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much Cate! I appreciate you saying that 😌

[@categabrielspiritual]

@@LadyBugout welcome! Love your channel and so glad your granddaughter is better! Love & Light! ❤️

[@chriskurki1713]

Those ice fans work great and they are small.

[@LadyBugout]

I would love it if I had ice!!! Great idea😊

[@Stephanie-C.S]

Love these tips! Another tip for you is to add some peppermint oil to your mister bottle. I have a small stainless one and use it... works wonders! Thanks for posting links in description, I will be adding some of these to my amazon list!! Just found your channel, subscribing today :)

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Stephanie! Great tip. Welcome to the channel😊

[@lms4778]

You offered well thought out, in-depth tips on how to stay cool (even touching on emergency situations)! Not the common u-tube rehash of info; I actually learned something new here. Thank you very much!

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching☺️

[@KampingKatie]

My dog and I went to Leadville, Co (the elevation didn't help) last Fri. It was miserable and we left at 7pm and headed home. I was unprepared. My dog has long hair and an undercoat. If I ever camp again in the summer I will have a max air fan installed with a rain guard and a couple of 12v fans inside. I believe that would make it comfortable. I am looking forward to heading out in my minivan late Sept until March. Thanks for the good videos and happy travels.

[@LadyBugout]

Oh man…yeah, this heat has been so unbearable!

[@michellebeavis9549]

Katie, you can get jackets for dogs, like the neck bandanas for us. You dampen it and put it on the dog. Plus there are cooling mats too.

[@KampingKatie]

@@michellebeavis9549 Cookie passed, but that is good info for the future. Thank you. 😊🧡

[@michellebeavis9549]

@@KampingKatie I'm so very sorry x

[@KampingKatie]

@@michellebeavis9549 Thank you Michelle. He and I were togethet over 12 years. My angel is truely missed, but I sure loved him enough not to let him suffet. 😇🐶

[@sherrymuzykazekestravels6793]

Is absolutely love your channel. You can tell your past experiences have taught you well how to survive in extreme circumstances. Thank you, Dee for being such an inspiration to so many of your followers.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for such a nice comment, Sherry☺️

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

Every time I see a van like yours, with doors on both sides, I hope that I can find my future ‘one day’ van with doors on both sides like that. I feel like it would be way easier to get the air flow you want, when you want it, being able to open both sides.

[@LadyBugout]

I originally had set up my bed lengthwise across that other door and I did not like it as much because I didn’t feel like I could open it. I guess if I had a window it would be different. But I have liked this set up.😛

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

@@LadyBugout When I grow up, I want a van just like yours. LOL!

[@LadyBugout]

@@coralieofjumpwithnofear 😂😂😂

[@jeffgoldsmith1679]

I'm a part time Van traveler and new to all this so thank you for the useful tips. Listening to you is relaxing so I subbed as well. Keep up the good work and Kudos to your assistant as well.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Jeff! Welcome to the channel. My son filmed and edited this! He is the best!!!!!

[@starrmcnally3032]

Wonderful ideas! Used many of them years ago living in a mobile home with no trees for shade and no air conditioning. It is possible to stay cool! Ee lived in our bathing suits and krpt getting wet in the shower. Thank you!

[@LadyBugout]

Perfect! 🤗

[@CC-xk6cp]

Hi again DEE Wonderful tips! Really appreciate you sharing them as I found a couple I didn't know about and will be fun to try. Anything to help during this scorching and drought stretch many of us are in. You're always soo helpful and have great common sense also. Thinking this vid could actually prevent dreadful injury or health problems for someone... Hope all is going good with you. You take good care and keep cool too!

[@LadyBugout]

Hi👋 Glad you think it was helpful! Thank you so much for your comment! Yes, stay cool😌

[@adriancaldwell]

I like these ideas, it’s even hot in England would you believe A little menthol oil in the water spray is effective at tricking you into thinking you are (if not actually) cooling down x

[@LadyBugout]

Wow! That’s crazy. I love that idea of menthol 🤗 gotta try it now!!!

[@adriancaldwell]

@@LadyBugout plus apparently it's an insect repellant - win win!

[@LadyBugout]

@@adriancaldwell 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@thechristinediane]

Solar reflective paint for the van roof. I plan to do this for my rig. (First noticed on package delivery trucks.)

[@LadyBugout]

What?!?!? 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 Never heard of that-thanks for the tip!!!!!

[@reallifesuvlife9051]

I just purchased the icy breeze air conditioner cooler. I will let you know how it goes. In Florida it’s way too hot and humid to not be able to cool your body down. Being in a hot car will not be possible. I don’t have to have air conditioner all the time but when I want it I want it.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes, please let me know how it goes!

[@GinaKayLandis]

Real Life yes please do update us! If indoor temp gets above 76 I am whining! lol!

[@Jax4umalta]

I so love your channel I just found you about a month ago and I think I watched all of them almost. I camp out of my SUV quite often and have been for years. It’s always nice to get ideas from others that do the same.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Jacqueline! So glad they are helpful. ☺️

[@youareamazingyesyou5880]

woohoo! great! We're having a heat wave here in Ireland. really helpful!

[@LadyBugout]

Wow… everywhere it seems😅

[@nomadicfoodie6286]

I use the Windy App for weather, it has a predictor by the hour and can be toggled from wind to rain, and TEMPERATURE. It's used mostly by sailors but works on land too, Free

[@LadyBugout]

Perfect! I’ll look it up🤗🤗🤗

[@dennisverville1108]

Its been a hot summer, thanks for sharing the tips, always appreciated, keep smiling 😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Dennis! 😁

[@chronically_bqueenb]

You’re brave for traveling alone!

[@beckyallen3195]

I have used the wet cloth. It works.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes!!! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@stacyturner5463]

Here's one that I just learned about 2 weeks ago. It's not about cooling down your van, but rather yourself. And you're probably going to think, "That's crazy! How's that supposed to work?!", (I know I did), and I still don't know WHY it works, BUT IT DOES, and almost immediately! What you do is take either peppermint or spearmint essential oil and put it inside the crook of your elbow. A roller ball applicator is the easiest way, but not required. Just put some on a cotton ball and cover right where your arm creases at the elbow on the inside. You can even dab some on the insides of your wrists and a little behind each ear, just like you would perfume, and in a matter of seconds I went from melting in the heat to actually being comfortable. And that's something you can do anywhere, and time to help you cool off. Like I said, I haven't the foggiest idea WHY that works, and had planned to look it up, but decided that all I really care about is the fact that IT WORKS! Isn't that the craziest way you've ever heard of to cool off? Try it, you'll be amazed! AND COOL! LOL

[@LadyBugout]

Yes yes yes! I love it 😍 Thanks for sharing that.

[@LilbitSolo]

Great tips ty for sharing ❤️ I leave tuesday for my first big trip in the van ❤️

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome! How exciting-safe travels☺️

[@kirbysidlo6877]

I live and camp in the Pacific Northwest but, it still gets hot and your ideas are pretty C👀l. Thanks, safe and happy travels.

[@LadyBugout]

😂 Thanks Kirby! Same to you☺️

[@estherstephens1858]

I rushed to check out the items in the description box. It seems the Opolar rechargeable clip fan is back on Amazon. Thank you for sharing. Please stay cool. Stay safe

[@LadyBugout]

Oh wow! That’s great news🤗🤗🤗

[@limitedtime5471]

Good tips, some i haven't thought of

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

[@DesertAdventuresinArizona]

Some great ideas here! I specially like the solar blanket (with magnets) on top of the Van. I imagine that reduces the heat by taking away the direct solar heating of the roof. Gauze type clothing soaked with water works well down here in the dry desert. The nozzle is a really cool and usefull product! Great video 👍 🚐 🚐. Thank you 😊 Steve and Hiromi

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you ☺️ I’m sure you two have some great tips!

[@ThriftyAngela]

All really great tips, Dee! Staying cool and hydrated is so important during the hot summer months. Thanks for sharing! 👍😊

[@LadyBugout]

You are so welcome Angela!!!!

[@jentommyontheroad8089]

You always have such great tips! I did the the Jackery for the same reason. I love the idea of wetting down the gauze shirt. So many great ideas in this video! Thanks for sharing!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Jen! Glad it is helpful ☺️

[@vickifisher8933]

Hey ladybug lady hope u have a great day today! Just to let you know still watching past videos!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Vicki ☺️

[@vickifisher8933]

Hope your day is going well! Have a great one ladybug lady!

[@vanlifewithGinaPayne]

Great tips my friend nice to see ya💙🤍😎

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks my friend! ❄️😎

[@charlesmiller1117]

Your face shines like the sun you're the best

[@LadyBugout]

You’re the best Charles! Thank you for that ☺️

[@lisabailon1010]

I use ice packs for me and my dog. I don't use the hard plastic ones. I got 2 16 hour ice packs they are flat. I put them in baby onesies. Works great and my dog loves them.

[@LadyBugout]

Great tip!!!

[@jessicastachniak6485]

Great tips. Thanks for sharing them.

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome Jessica!😌

[@karenb1627]

Great tips. I use heavier space blankets on the outside of my car. Very effective to keep the heat out during the day and a better nights sleep. I remove them at night. A cooler car also extends my ice. Bob Wells has a video on the space blanket usage ...which 8s how I do it.

[@LadyBugout]

I heard about those Aluminet blankets-I might invest in one!

[@karenb1627]

@@LadyBugout 12 bucks at Walmart. I bought one. Extremely effective. So I bought 2. Watch Bob's video. You'll be sold. I have a small car. I use the ceramic magnets. And when there isn't shade. They were amazing. That's my testimony. With 2 , you can move them around with the sun.

[@tejasnaikpopkar6671]

Thank you for valuable guidance and advice!!!!!

[@jaxgonsalves]

Lots of great suggestions. Thank you!

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome☺️

[@MasterK9Trainer]

The tips and ideas you presented can be used anywhere. I have some of those cooling towels. Some of them you shake and other you grab at the ends and you tug giving them a sharp snap to activate something they put in them. I noticed you were wearing loose clothing and also barefoot, so obvious as it might be to some people, uncovering your hands, feet and head and wearing loose or baggy clothing allows you to release heat. And quickly washing/rinsing your hands and arms, neck, face, your whole head and your feet helps even if you have to put on a clean dry pair of socks or a hat. Feeling clean seems to help as you cleanse your pores and water or even a wet towel cools your skin. In earlier times and in other parts of the world, people would wear light cotton clothing (Full length pants and long sleeved shirts) and hats to work outside and even wet their clothes. But nobody wants to go to the mall in wet clothes, LOL.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes! Thanks for the great tips!!!

[@eugenialinn1834]

Thank you 🥰

[@LadyBugout]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Bernimv]

So many ideas thank you so very very much

[@LadyBugout]

You are very very very welcome☺️

[@melodyforbes5361]

Thankyou for the helpful information. Enjoy so much your shares. 💗🌺

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Melody! That is so kind🥰

[@patriciazn8471]

Thank you for the great tips, this is interesting and helpful 👍😎

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome!😌

[@debbiebabb9018]

Thanks for all this great information. I’m still looking for a vehicle to do some traveling in and now I know how to stay cool.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@secondhandrose6214]

Great ideas, thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Suzanne!

[@carenmckenzie6205]

Love your channel L.B.! I keep my sunscreen and lotion in my fridge. On those hot days feels so nice!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. That sounds nice and refreshing!!!

[@jamesterrill1938]

You have and use common sense. Not everyone seems to - Love your videos.

[@LadyBugout]

I try🤗😎

[@HOPEbus]

Very useful video , 👍🏽 u can tell ur talking from experience😉 thanks for sharing . If u ever come to Canada n cross through Buffalo boarders we’re only 30 min away n we can accommodate for a van 😉 U seem so kind,☺️ thank u again for sharing ur journey ❤️🙏🏼🥳🚘

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much! 😌

[@bfrancis9103]

I have been following the nomad life for three to four years planning on going out next year, Came across your youtube and found myself watching all your videos. Enjoyed them very much ! I subscribed so look forward to future content. Safe travels

[@LadyBugout]

That means a lot to me! Welcome to the channel 😊

[@cynthiagordy8947]

Thank you for the informative video!👍🏼

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome Cynthia☺️

[@doubled5037]

Thanks for sharing!

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome!

[@quinnkdjs]

Thanks great advice.

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure☺️

[@Road.Tripping]

Lovely tips Dee. Thanks! Could you also give us some tips for surviving humid environments too please? Most of those evaporative tips wont work when it's really humid. Hi from Australia!

[@LadyBugout]

Humid heat is way worse. You probably could give me more tips than I could!

[@martykong3592]

Thanks MUCH! It is harder in the heat for me, as I can always layer more for cold.... GREAT tips! ALl the BEST to you, family and friends! Safe travels! CHeers :)

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Marty! I know what you mean 😛

[@nailazion2600]

Great ideas... thanks for the video 🐞✌️💐

[@LadyBugout]

You are most welcome 😌

[@VanLifeRocks]

Great information Dee 💙 thank you for sharing my friend - Ray

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks for stopping by Ray! ☺️

[@CLdriver1960]

One weather app that I use for aviation and day to day is MyRADAR. It’s great for tracking thunderstorms and severe weather. I’ve changed plans on where not to go based on what I saw on it. For future van builders, I highly recommend investing in good insulation, especially in the roof. There’s a tremendous amount of radiant heat that’s transmitted through the metal roof, especially if it’s other than a white van. Great video as always, thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

Perfect! Thanks for those great tips😎

[@debbiehawk-payne8507]

👋💃🐞Dee🚗🙂 Great Tips! Great advice! Definitely will help a person who is just starting out in van life! I wish everyone would watch your videos their so helpful! 👍🤗Thank you for sharing! Be safe/ Be Happy! I'll see you on the next video Dee 🙂

[@LadyBugout]

I’m so glad you find them helpful 😊

[@tonibauldree7862]

I have one of those around the neck fans. Love it!!! Love the foil looking thing over the roof idea, for cooling. My suv is black.

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks for watching. Glad it was helpful ☺️

[@DestinationsChronicles]

Great tips, as usual~

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you😌

[@DreamLoveBeautyandMayhem]

Storm shield is a great app

[@LadyBugout]

Great tip! Thanks 🤩

[@emilinasosa9815]

Use clear color instead black in the hot weather special white!!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Yes!

[@maitildamcintyre9344]

Great tips Dee. Thanks for your generosity in sharing.

[@LadyBugout]

Hey there Maitilda! Thanks so much for stopping in and leaving a comment. That is so kind of you😊 Hope you are well!

[@GinaKayLandis]

Great tips, Dee! I think RadarOmega has a free basic version of the app. Nice graphics with radar, satellite and more. The most expensive version is 11.95, I believe. Looking forward to more videos!

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks for that tip Gina!

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

You work hard on your channel! You impress me!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. It’s not been too much work. I told myself I’d stop the channel the minute it isn’t fun any more😜

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

@@LadyBugout I have a lot to learn about you! ❤️

[@oldcarjunky]

That is some cool tips you have come up with. Lots of gooden s

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks 😊

[@deneenadams1242]

Great tips! 🙏🏻🇺🇸🎈

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Deneen! ☺️

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

I was wondering how that nozzle thing was going since you first showed it. It just looks like one of those gadgets that surely doesn’t work! LOL! But I’m glad to hear it’s going well. 😊

[@LadyBugout]

I know, right !?! I am surprised at how nicely it works.

[@chabille]

Cool and cool at the same time 😁

[@LadyBugout]

❄️❄️❄️😎

[@peteaustin9636]

really well thought out tips ..... you have a smile that could launch a 1000 ships..... ) what a fab little channel you have got

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Pete! Very kind words😁

[@shrs.3448]

Thank you and stay cold.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you ☺️

[@tanyajohnston8262]

always enjoy your videos :) Hello again

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Tanya! Glad you enjoyed it☺️

[@feelute8352]

Hey girlfriend, great video. Great ideas Keep all that good content coming.

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Fe! Thank you always for being such an encourager☺️

[@leese.23]

So great. Like the thermal blanket idea. May I ask...how is your awning attached? I have a Transit cargo, no roof rack.

[@LadyBugout]

There are manufacturer holes in the top. I didn’t know they were there either. But if you take a peek, you’ll see four covered holes on top. That is where you can attach a roof rack and then I attached the awning to that.

[@leese.23]

@@LadyBugout thank you

[@rachelw2156]

Thank you so much for these videos. They're the best ones I've seen for my own inspiration, and your personality makes them so enjoyable to watch. I just subscribed to your channel, and am now binge watching them.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Rachel! Welcome to the channel. I’m glad they are useful☺️

[@smknop]

All great tips! Besides the heat, the humidity has been up in the midwest especially around the Wisconsin/Illinois border area...

[@LadyBugout]

I know… the humidity is the worst🥵

[@cathieperezreyes]

Great tips, Dee! This heat/humidity combo is so oppressive 🥵 I’m really appreciating my O polar fans. I was on the fence about a Maxxair fan for extra help, but I’m thinking it may be the way to go for me

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Cathie!!! Definitely…do what you have to do🤗 looking forward to coffee☺️

[@cathieperezreyes]

@@LadyBugout so am I 😊

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

Is that your kid doing the videoing? 😊 Love the bloopers. Hehe.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes! My 14 year old son believe it or not! He’s crazy talented😎#proudmama

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

@@LadyBugout N’aww. I know we only heard his voice and saw his feet, but that was really cool. *waves hi to Dee’s kid* 😊

[@peggyandthegreenfamily5469]

Wow another mile of information and very good advice Sad its not for me as I HAVE AIR CONDITIONER In the saloon area now I am freezing he he he great video I like your clear voice and instruction about keeping cool, sorry my reply is a bit late just busy.... best wishes Ken xxx

[@LadyBugout]

Ken, you’re the best! 😎

[@frankly8845]

I've seen people using magnets to hold solar panels on the roof, so theoretically you can have the best of both worlds

[@LadyBugout]

That is a very interesting idea🤩🤩🤩

[@ShivansheeJain]

I have no plans for moving into a van but I like to watch your videos. Just subscribed your channel, very useful information.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much and welcome!!!

[@TheHapiCamper]

That was your best video yet. Your son did a great job with the slow motion. Great tips Dee. Thanks for sharing!

[@LadyBugout]

Awww thanks! That means a lot to me🥰

[@cabchataroundbogota7561]

How about a tarp tent to go over the van and deflect the sun from heating the metal?

[@LadyBugout]

Yes! That’s kind of the idea with the aluminum, but tarps would work😊

[@LoveWritesALetter]

I love this video, but as a southerner, PLEASE DO NOT spray water on yourself to keep cool in humid climates. You will just be hot and wet because the water wont evaporate. But in less humid places, yes, this is a great tip!

[@LadyBugout]

Good word! Yes, I lived in the Dominican Republic for over 20 years and tropical jungle for 5! The advantage I have here is that I can have a fan do the cooking for me🤗

[@awkward-stranger]

OK This was great! Now tell us your real secrets for staying cool at night when you are trying to sleep? Please😎 PS I am one who really doesn't like the heat. I have used the driving to higher elevations trick all the time! Thank you

[@LadyBugout]

That’s all I’ve got🤗 With the worst heat I’ve been in…102 Fahrenheit…I will run my van and turn on the air and let the noggle cool it down in back. It’ll bring the temp down to 78-80 in 10-15 minutes and I turn off the van and keep a fan on and sleep great.

[@awkward-stranger]

@@LadyBugout Well thank you. This is something I really need for the summer months!