Meeting YouTubers in the Middle of the Desert ~

The road in the middle of the desert has many treasures not yet met.
In this episode, I meet Mateo & Lars from ‪@winterisblu‬ in the middle of
the Alvord Desert, and he invites me to his camp for the most Amazing meal.
The next day, just down the highway, I met ‪@NikkiDelventhal‬ and Camper!
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[@NikkiDelventhal]

Mindy! What a gorgeous encounter and start of a friendship! I loved watching your perspective and adventures. What a lovely soul you are! See you on the road, beauty! ❤️

[@BlindViews]

Was so awesome to see you with Mindy. I'm a big Nikki fan. Mindy is a blast.

[@NikkiDelventhal]

@@BlindViewsThank you, thank youuu! 🥰 Agreed! Mindy is a ray of light!

[@NinthElement]

Nikki, this was such a wonderful quick meet up, and I too enjoyed our sweet time together. I can't wait to see you down the road. Stay Beautiful & Blessed Lady. XOXO! Cheers!

[@NinthElement]

BV & Nikki in the same place for me...Oh My! I feel like I am a cool kid at the lunch table! LOL!

[@NomadicHooker]

Cool to see the NIkki Collab. Of course Camper can travel in an Element. Remember he came out of a Prius. Camper is an ultra cool dog. And remember, he's not a hand picked dog. She rescued him off the road on her everyday travels and couldn't find his owners and wasn't sure what to do with him, so she kept him. And he proves, he's very thankful to be hers.

[@NinthElement]

Hello ND, thank you for this detailed account of Nikki. I lOVE it when Fans can recall all of the details of their favorite KZbinrs. I too have followed Nikki from when she had 5,000 Subs. I enjoy her and her content too. Thanks for watching, Cheers!

[@2.5nomads]

Great video Mindy! It was so nice to meet you!

[@NinthElement]

Hello! I am so happy that you saw this. I want to stay in touch with you two, and may we meet down the road again. Thank you so much for showing us your sweet rig, Cheers!

[@BlindViews]

Well you're just hangin out with all kinds of people. I really enjoy Nikki. I'm a bit jealous.

[@NinthElement]

BV! So good to see you in these parts of the Tubes. This was a really fun week for me on the road, and meeting Nikki and Mateo just topped it all off. Thanks for being here my friend, Cheers!

[@sharlenevillnave7347]

GREAT HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!

[@NinthElement]

9 hugs a day will heal you, that is a medical fact! Cheers!

[@sharlenevillnave7347]

ABSOLUTELY!!!!! I TOTALLY AGREE,!!!!!@@NinthElement

[@thekmonkey101]

Hi Mindy! I’ve watched this video twice already & you’re already a fast favorite travel vlogger to me. From your comments section, a lot of your new viewers seem to agree! You seem like a wonderful strong woman & I see your channel growing so much and the coincidences must all be good Karma!😊 running into people and being able to make those new connections in person is so amazing, I can’t wait to see your adventures and your journey! 😊🩷

[@NinthElement]

Oh my Goodness, this is so sweet and kind of you. I am here to inspire you and show all women and people that this life is attainable, and so much fun. I look forward to reading from you again, Cheers!

[@winterisblu]

I’ve been waiting for this one!!! So excited to watch!

[@NinthElement]

Hi Mateo & Lars, I have been following your adventures too! You were with some rad folks lately, I hope to see you down the road this Winter. Stay Blessed my friend! Cheers!

[@enns5366]

Great to see you Matteo ❤️

[@EmiliaGarcia-sh1my]

Hi Mindy 🙋‍♀️ Enjoyed the video today, so much fun ❤️❤️🌹 Have a great day ❤️❤️😊

[@NinthElement]

Emilia my Gold Star Watcher! This was one of my favorite weeks on the road. See you again soon, Cheers!

[@user-sd9cp5hg3c]

My two favorite supermodels Mindy and Nikki 🎉❤

[@NinthElement]

Thank you, Cheers!

[@Ms25Alicia]

This was a great video! My favorite KZbinrs in one video. Mateo, Nikki…I loved it!

[@NinthElement]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!

[@VERYPURPLE]

You are truly so lovable❤❣️ happy trails🤟🏽

[@NinthElement]

Shucks! Thank you, so sweet. Cheers!

[@RonGavalik]

Mateo is awesome. Nice video.

[@NinthElement]

Agreed! Cheers!

[@alisaaustin8431]

Fun! It makes me want to get on the road!

[@NinthElement]

The road is a very safe and fun place to be. Cheers!

[@moam2799]

Love you both…. Stay safe

[@NinthElement]

We love you back, Cheers!

[@MooniiplaitsCrochet]

Great adventure,. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@NinthElement]

Glad you enjoyed it Cheers!

[@krishoffer8984]

Wonderful video! One of my favs. You rocked that blue maillot!

[@NinthElement]

Thanks for being here, Cheers!

[@Mymomsgypsy]

Good Afternoon Mindy love all the videos!! Safe travels and God Bless 💜

[@NinthElement]

Thank you so much, Cheers!

[@dianepierson4687]

your videos bring me peace thanks ma'am

[@NinthElement]

For this, I am grateful. Cheers!

[@jeank8061]

I'm a subscriber of Nikki D and this came up on my KZbin feed. What a fun traveler you are! I love to go on road trips and take video and have often thought: "No one wants to see an older lady out having adventures." But you prove that I'm wrong about that! I'm from WA state, just below BC, so maybe I'll run into you some day! :)

[@NinthElement]

Old Ladies ROCK! lol! See you down the road, Cheers!

[@marianbrown1015]

Nice video xx

[@NinthElement]

Thank you for watching, Cheers!

[@cherifew3485]

Hi Mindy, I recognized that road going to Nevada 376, I have been on that road in the Semi.

[@NinthElement]

This area was really pretty, with so much history. Cheers!

[@cfazio56]

Hello Mindy, I've been watching you for a few years. I just spent 9 weeks on back roads from Florida to NY then down to GA Tenn on to AZ. I plan on staying near Tucson for the winter. I also watch Niki and Dome Life as well as off grid with Jake and Nicole. I was in FL for 23 years but I've had almost 40 addresses, that's a story in itself. In 2018 I was disabled with bad hips but too heavy for the hip replacement. Then in the spring of 2020 I was diagnosed with cancer in my throat. Radiation and chemo for 6 weeks cured the cancer.

[@cfazio56]

It was you KZbinr that inspired me to get up and get out. I’m gonna live this next chapter on the road. Be great to meet up like you did with Nikki.

[@NinthElement]

I am so grateful that my story has inspired you. Like you, I watched other people living the life that I wanted. I took the chance and here I am. May you have an amazing adventure as well, and I will see you down the road. Cheers!

[@LoulouVioletCapulet]

Wow, loved this video, such lovely scenery and meets ups with humans and the pets...seasons greetings Mindy from Chilly Nottinghamshire ☃️🐎🌟🧡

[@NinthElement]

Thank you LouLou, this was one of my favorite weeks on the road. Cheers!

[@enns5366]

WOW 😳 you just met everyone this video, that was so cool.

[@NinthElement]

What a week for sure. Thanks for coming by today, Cheers!

[@NinthElement]

It really felt like that. For a trip that was not planned very well or much, it turned out to be another one of my most favorite weeks on the road. Cheers!

[@jeannielanham2956]

I love this video!!! I watch Nikki and Mateo too. You are such a sweet lady... Thank you for making my day ❤

[@NinthElement]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching, Cheers!

[@ChocolateManInThailand]

Always upbeat! Love it!

[@NinthElement]

Welcome aboard for miles & miles of smiles! Cheers!

[@ChocolateManInThailand]

@@NinthElement see ya on the streets!

[@JG-xt9io]

It's great that you ran into everyone around one area. You have some beautiful views and interesting places .

[@NinthElement]

It really is! Cheers!

[@nancyheneghan4760]

Have been watching for quite awhile now. That’s so fun seeing people I watch meet up😄

[@NinthElement]

Thank you Nancy. Happy Holidays and welcome in. Cheers!

[@suezaple4950]

Love the bunker's great idea. Very cool for you to meet some folks that are like minded loved that truck it was amazing. and to see Mateo and Nikiki again was nice. Love your videos Mindy makes me want to go explore.

[@NinthElement]

The road is waiting for you to come out and play. There are many friends for you to meet. Cheers!

[@winterisblu]

I drove through that same mining town in Nv

[@NinthElement]

This area is so full of historical treasures. I am craving Pumpkin Spiced Chicken Wings, do you know where i can get some? Cheers!

[@derekdestep40]

I love her channel

[@NinthElement]

Samezies! Cheers!

[@markflowers1573]

You were also there near the famous you tuber Wonderhussy. Her house/ compound she calls it. I just saw you on Nikki's channel and I subscribed. I'll be watching

[@NinthElement]

Hi mark, welcome in. I would LOVE to meet WonderHussy. She is another KZbin treasure. Every time I go to Tecopa, I keep my eyes out for her. Maybe someday we will meet up too. Let her know for me, thanks, Cheers!

[@QAsession]

This was such a nice vlog. I have been watching you for a while but never commented. The outbound overlander blew my mind. Their rig is just awesome. Meeting Mateo out there like that was serendipity. He is such a nice young man. I just saw him meet up with Foresty Forest and Louie for some good eats as well. Meeting other youtubers on the road must be so nice. We sticks and bricks people don't get to enjoy that 😒. Lastly, the sunrise at the springs looked so calm and beautiful. I am sure it energized you for the rest of your day. A big hello from Florida!! 👋🤗 Happy travels and stay safe.

[@NinthElement]

Awwww! Florida stole my heart last year. So many happy fun people there. I am happy that you introduced yourself and that you are onboard with me. See you next week, Cheers!

[@chrisharmon5453]

I love that I’ve day it was 32 and the next it was 100. 👏👏👏 living my dream. 👏👏💜😊

[@NinthElement]

The shift of temperature was wild. Cheers!

[@robinwilson8435]

I'm glad to see that all the crazy drivers aren't only in Oregon. Sheesh. It's about 39° here at the Western base of the Cascades, so those hot springs look sooo inviting! What a way to greet the day! Cheers 🎉

[@NinthElement]

lol! Robin, that was hwy 58 on the way to your house. Nevada was worse. Take advantage of the hot springs around your home, they will change your life. Cheers!

[@robinwilson8435]

@@NinthElement I have gone to Warm Springs and McCredie, both are about 8 miles away, and a hike in to both. I loved Summer Lake Hot Springs, have you been? Near Paisley, Oregon. Huge indoor swimming pool and rock 'tubs' so to speak. Paisley Saloon was fun-fabulous Bloody Mary's! Why am I not surprised that was on 58?🤔 The reckless drivers scare me whenever I drive to Eugene. 🚙

[@NinthElement]

58 is the worst. I have never pulled off of a hwy so much to let others (going 85 in a 55) go by. I need to check out Summer Lake, thanks for the tip. Cheers!

[@robinwilson8435]

@@NinthElement do check it out. They have cabins there for rent, hookups for RVs, or dispersed camping. Be sure to take drinking water, as the water there is sulfured. They have showers, in the pool area. I bought some wonderful honey there. 🐝

[@missibaxley]

I have been watching Nikki and Mateo for a long time as well as you. I was super excited to see all of yall in one video. 3 of my favorite youtubers . Great video as always.

[@NinthElement]

This is so sweet of you to say, thank you. Cheers!

[@dorrianh5237]

That was going to be my exact comment missiwallace 🥰

[@NinthElement]

Thanks Ladies, I appreciate you, Cheers!

[@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677]

Great video! I watch all three of you!! You all have such great adventures! Mindy, having key fob for your E is so worth it, you should look into getting one.

[@NinthElement]

Hello, thank you so much for following all of us. Lucky me, as I think one of my subscribers has mailed one to me, I just have to get back to Oregon to get it. Cheers!

[@marciacoker2968]

I am New to your channel, and I Have to say you are puré happiness and Have this inner peace which I love. Take care on the road ☺️👋

[@NinthElement]

Thank you so much for this kind sentiment. Just keeping it real, Cheers!

[@bertkelly7650]

Star studded video! Wonderhussy goes in the hot springs nakey...just saying.

[@NinthElement]

Who says that I don't go nudie? lol! Love @wonderhussy. Cheers!

[@GP0208]

I loved this vid! I love Nikki and Mateo...some of my fav. I recently came across your channel because of them. So glad I did. The end of your video cracked me up by what you said 😆

[@NinthElement]

Tha anal probes are aggressive on highway 58, be aware! lol! Cheers!

[@elsathal7359]

Beautiful people in Beautiful places ❣️ Thank you for sharing✨️🧚‍♂️✌️💞🤟

[@NinthElement]

For sure! Thank you, Cheers!

[@sigieric]

I love the morning hotspring it ticks your day, What a lovely world thankyou for sharing the beauty all around us

[@NinthElement]

My pleasure, thank you for enjoying it here. Cheers!

[@helene1779]

Merry Christmas Mindy!✨❤️🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼❤️🐶🐶🐈‍⬛❤️

[@NinthElement]

Happy holidays Helene, I hope they are swell. Cheers!

[@ginas.6656]

That desert was so huge n awesome love to hang out there with some unexpected friends too cool! Love hot springs! Going from 30° to 100° wow. Meeting Nikki too fabulous!

[@NinthElement]

Hi Gina, this was a fun packed video. You just never know what is going to happen each day you wake up on the road. Cheers!

[@isabellayogurte2308]

Are you going to be at the RTRs?? Lobely video!!!

[@NinthElement]

Hi, I have no idea what I am doing this Winter. Thanks for watching, Cheers!

[@jr2no160]

Imagine, if you can, being one of 28 military personnel on triple stack bunks staying in one. It was cramped for 2 1/2 months and I learned what it would be like to be housed in a submarine.

[@NinthElement]

That is something I can't imagine. Thank you for bringing it into reality of their previous use. They are compact for sure. Cheers!

[@anneparisi1828]

Love the video. All looks so enjoyable. That first rig you spoke to was so right up my alley, lol. Amazing, love your travels. Till next time 👍

[@NinthElement]

The Expedition Man Truck? Who wouldn't want to roll around in that? Cheers!

[@selenaashford351]

I love Mateo! When I watched his video of this encounter, I started watching your videos and was especially fascinated when I watched the videos of you and your family were in Canada during the fire. I watched a lot of your videos. You are so sweet! Blessings upon blessings to you!

[@NinthElement]

Big Hugs and Blessing to you as well, Cheers!

[@spintowinslots7141]

I'm new to your Channel and Mateos too! So excited to see both your 2024 videos. Be safe & Take Care... Erika from South TX.

[@NinthElement]

Welcome aboard! Cheers!

[@douglashoward5738]

Friends on the desert never know who you will meet on the road 😊

[@NinthElement]

Totally, and we have so much in common too. Thanks Douglas, Cheers!

[@almaandrews8042]

Mindy, so glad to see you meet other van lifers. Mateo is a favorite of mine. I also follow Nikki & Camper among others. I’m so excited bc I’ve followed you ( all BCs months, ferries etc) since Rosa’s mtg. Cool

[@NinthElement]

Thank you Alma, it is nice to have you onboard. Cheers!

[@craftytraveler9238]

I heard about your channel from Gina. I just found you and subscribed. I love that you wear pearls while camping. When were you at this Oregon desert place ?

[@NinthElement]

Gina is a Gem to the KZbin community. Thank for joining, Cheers!

[@user-dz3kv8zf9r]

Wazzzup im from CEBU PHILIPPINES im your new subscriber t bcoz i saw you on Nikkis VLOG and i like you too because you have a nice aura!!! Keep safe always

[@NinthElement]

Yo! hello! Welcome to my channel, Cheers!

[@user-dz3kv8zf9r]

@@NinthElement 😇🤗🙏💞

[@annasimonson8363]

I have been following you for some time now. I know that you talked about what window shades will fit each vehicle. I cannot find that video now. Can you help a girl out? Also your build is amazing, is that another video. I have a chevy Tahoe I want to follow your design with.

[@NinthElement]

Hello, on my Tour Video, I talk about my blinds:kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipawapWmos2Nd6s However, I do not recommend them for the reason of their quality vs price. I had to modify mine as shown here:kzbin.info/www/bejne/d57Vg393ltl5aK8 I am just going to have to test them out more now. Below each video is the information about my Carpenter that built my camper and links to products in it. I hope that this helps, Cheers!

[@motleydesign]

I have been following Nikki since she was living in her Prius car. Great woman and Camper such a cut dog.

[@NinthElement]

Hello, I started following Nikki when she had 5,000 Subs. It is so fun to see her reach way beyond her potential, and premier the best parts of the USA to see. Cheers!

[@annah8380]

Love seeing your adventures! It was difficult hearing you thru parts of the video tho. 🥺 keep the videos coming, please?! 🥰

[@NinthElement]

Hi Ann, thanks for the input. If you turn your volume up, that works. Cheers!

[@annah8380]

@@NinthElement you’re welcome! It was only the part when you were driving towards/behind Ferris outbound. I heard you perfectly the rest of the time. No insult intended!

[@NinthElement]

Hi Anna, I am not insulted or offended. What viewers may want to consider is that I am not a professional TV Station with a whole film crew and Editing Team. Nothing fancy here, just sharing life on the road as I find it. Enjoy, Cheers!

[@annah8380]

@@NinthElement you’re doing an awesome job, IMO! 🥰

[@NinthElement]

Anna, thank you so much. I did get a bluetooth mic, and I will be trying it out next year. Cheers!