My First Night Car Camping

Well, here we are. My first night car camping with the original setup in my 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan. I've made a few changes as a result of this experiment, which was the purpose, of course. So, there will be a 2nd video sometime in the future. And hopefully a better video. LOL
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July 3rd 2023???

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[@marygallagher7392]

I, too, am retired and am enjoying car camping out of my Toyota Highlander. Started last fall and have been out four times, 3 nights each trip. I focus on staying at National Forests, not park, campgrounds. Got a senior lifetime pass so it's usually $10/night. Just the right amount of privacy, nature and security for me. Like you, each time I camp I come up with more improvements and that's part of the fun! Here are my camping tips garnered from KZbin videos: 1. I bring an old, flat bed sheet and use it on the picnic table. Gives me a clean surface and nothing falls through the tabletop cracks. Simple to wash when I get home. 2. Upgraded to a 4" trifold memory foam mattress, twin extra long. Easy enough to level out with additional blankets. 3. Bought a pop-up shower tent. Good place to pee at night and I can get dressed standing up. 4. Screens are a must in warm weather. I have a magnetic one for the sunroof, a pair of slipover ones for the middle passenger windows, and a large screen for the rear. Also use a usb fan.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Sounds wonderful!

[@michelesusanne1]

It looks and sounds peaceful. The most important recharge is ourselves-just getting away from the normal pace and pressures of life.

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[@lorim1234]

There is nothing like that early morning cup of coffee when you’re camping.

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[@cheryllown5906]

We love camping. Now we have a small camper. When my mom retired, she took a long trip across country. She slept in her Subaru wagon. But she also took a small pup tent to both free up room for sleeping and to keep a “presence” at her site if staying more than one night. I dream of doing same one day. Love the awning.

[@SylviaRR]

I always freeze a gallon jug of water then place it in my cooler the night before. It cools the cooler before I put my stuff/ice in the day of. I have an Engel cooler. Then when camping I keep a damp towel over my cooler because I keep it in my car, due to its weight. Its too heavy for me to lift in and out, and I car camp for a week or two. Battery operated fan and a thick foam pad. Nice set-up!

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[@olderandwiser78]

Good for you. My husband and I camped for 26 years and loved it. The problem was that with camping and traveling with 3 kids we were more tired when we got home than when we left. That experience did give me wonderful memories. In the 1990s we decided to hang it up on the camping and enjoy staying in one place in a nice condo or Airbnb. I still have the first tent that we purchased in 1968 which was a 2 man pup tent. We camped all over the west with it and even took it to Hawaii. That tent and 2 sleeping bags was our accommodation for 1 week on 3 of the islands. Sometimes we just threw the bags on the beach and slept there. Other times there were beautiful camp grounds. The one had flush toilets, hot showers, green lawn, lagoon and waterfall and we were the only 2 people there. I still have a 2016 large high roof Transit van that I purchased for the business. It has very few miles on it and I have thought many times of converting that into a travel RV.

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Oh, I hope you WILL covert that van! And document the process!😊

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That would be wonderful for adventures!

[@sofia_ines]

"and yes they are real birds" 😂 I have never camped, not for me...but I loved watching you and understanding what it takes. Good mix of music and real sounds, good talk drinking your coffee...

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[@isagoldfield7393]

My coffee saves the day🤍

[@doraagarcia4984]

You need a USB fan and an inflatable mat. Makes it more comfortable. Or a nice pop up tent with a blow up mattress. That’s what I do. I’m 62 and I love and enjoy camping! Best of luck to you.

[@peggyparsons5003]

Trial runs are for tweaking the process. Looking forward to future trips you share with us.

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[@krismiller5474]

I just returned from my three week solo overlanding trip number three since retiring last year. I always learn new skills and strengthen my confidence. I’m so glad you’re seeking this outlet! I have reworked my pack out each time to fine tune. I drive a Toyota FJ Cruiser with a Rooftop Tent and 270 awning. I also quickly realized the 12V fridge was the way to go. I also have two Jackery’s for power.

[@raffinataonline]

Looks fun. I never was a camper (I like hot water, bathrooms, and kitchens). The packing/unpacking always looks like so much work. 😂

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[@wallashakalla]

Not bad, I just go off a list, but keep most of the stuff in a tub.

[@loriegrimes-ledesma8774]

Your shirt is hilarious. Beautiful campground!

[@juliaredifer2904]

Gotta Start somewhere, learn as you go, gets easier with practice, figure outs what works for you. It's a journey, good luck.

[@johnhaller5851]

One thing I learned not to do while camping is to have anything open in the car while there is a wood fire nearby. Otherwise, the car will smell like it was in a forest fire. It’s even worse when it’s a car someone else usually drives, and they didn’t come camping. The cause of doing this was group camping in the rain. Those awnings are great for diverting smoke into a rear hatch.

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[@ladybeeluv9233]

I like your vibe, just the way you are. There is no need for chitter chatter if you're not in the mood. Just take us along. Enjoy learning and have fun with the journey. I think you're doing great. Bless you😊

[@MoneyMindsetCoach3]

I LOVE camping! I grew up camping and those memories will be with me always. The only thing i don’t like are bugs😌 what a beautiful spot

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[@Good-DaySunshine]

bugs, snakes, spiders, skunk, scorpion, chiggers That's why I'd love to camp inside one of the atriums at Gaylord in Nashville. 😎😁💖

[@PamHaynes-oo3ck]

I love camping too, I used to go camping across Michigan with my horse.

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@@PamHaynes-oo3ck How fun!!

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[@oobihdahboobeeboppah]

Great video. I had to cancel my week long cabin camping dues to the heat dome. From one old timer to another, just some suggestions you might find useful: * Replace the black tie-downs with something either very bright or glow in the dark. * Instead of using foam pads as padding, get an inflatable pad, the kind hikers use, not an air mattress but the thinner rugged type. These will roll up nicely for easy stowage. * Look up a YouTubber who calls herself, "Shoestring Martha"; she's a frequent boondocker out of her 4Runner.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Thanks!

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[@karenk380]

We tent camped alot in our younger days. Hearing blue jays in the morning still brings me back to quiet mornings a campground. Tfs

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[@pamelaklemp5615]

One of the newer DIY TENDS is using Gutter Guard covers on the top portions of your car/truck/van windows. Easy to cut them to fit. They allow for fresh air without bugs. Good for ventilation when cooking inside on rainy days if you install Rain Guards. 1 or 2 small USB fans and your good 😉. Enjoy your retirement👍. Nice calm camp!

[@stephanievarnes9428]

A solar generator would power your camera equipment, run a fan and also a plug in cooler. They don't produce any fumes or noise and can be charges from home before you leave if you don't want to use the solar panels. The cooler I've used is from Aldi. It is available for $50, starting tomorrow. We checked ours with a medical lab thermometer and it runs around 37 degrees. For netting, I've seen mesh tarps that could be thrown over the car, allowing the sunroof to be open and heat to escape. Check out Mile High Campground in Cherokee, NC on the Blue Ridge Pkwy. 5000 ft elevation and EVERY site has either a stunning sunrise or sunset view. Primitive campsites but there are showers and bathrooms. Unbelievable place. The high, in August when we were there, was 65-68.

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[@isagoldfield7393]

We live in the PNW & we camp 🏕️ a lot. I enjoy cooking outdoors & feeding my family. I really enjoyed this content, thank you Tim✨🌷🩵

[@JeffeysMom]

I am a disabled grandmother in a wheelchair. I went from traveling in my wheelchair minivan camper to living full-time in a 40 foot school bus at my homebase in Texas. I am searching for a full size van. I can afford to get back on the road. Great little set up. I would like to suggest posting links on the products you use and recommend.

[@elizabethbonilla9722]

You had a nice site right by the river. I have a small fan l use in my car, but I'm buying a small portable air conditioner for cars. Definitely, a thicker foam mattress will help. The breakfast looked good. That combined with the solitude and beauty of the outdoors is good for the soul. The best part of camping for me.😊 So relaxing.

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[@slyborg1]

I joyously gave up camping in 1987, and it is always interesting to watch videos of campers struggling with heat, cold, insects, refrigeration, cooking, sleeping, and of them experiencing the rewards of the ever-present enjoyment of coffee. For me, the food preparation is always the most fun to watch, maybe because eating is fun, and even watching someone else cook and eat is fun. Sort of like watching someone else de-clutter. I always enjoy your videos.

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[@MsRotorwings]

I love watching folks prepare a meal, cook, and eat as well. ForestyForest is my favorite channel to watch for cooking content. First time watching this channel. So, we’ll see.

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What happened in 1987 that made you give up the joys of camping?

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[@sheliagentle8127]

you’ve “lead me astray” i was doing my morning bible reading when this popped up and before I know it I was watching you camp!!

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LOL. Sorry! (Sort of)

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@@TheNewRetiredMe well you arent a total bad influence im still studying “a long obedience in the same direction “

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@@sheliagentle8127 Good choice!

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[@lynnew6959]

I love that camping is a great way to just get on the road and go do something! I keep saying someday I’ll be one of those early risers at a campground. LOL

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[@jelkhorncamper6062]

I might rise early, but I stay in the truck camper for the first cup of coffee😁

[@PhilThach]

I've been looking forward to this one! Everything looked good. I'm interested in seeing your net upgrades. If you ever want to go to Snoopers Rock on a Thursday morning. Let me know!!

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[@grandmaspocketbook]

Some time ago, I built out a small trailer for camping. A video showing the build out is on my channel. It was very comfortable. But now I like my luxuries - like a bathroom. You might enjoy a channel called Hike Camp Climb. He also does some no speaking ASMR videos and his camera work is so good. I love his winter videos when we can hear the snow or sleet hitting the tent. The sounds of him chopping wood to put in his small tent stove is very relaxing. I think you’d enjoy.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

I’ll look that up. Thank you!

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[@katethielmann4244]

Hello Tim. Oh my goodness, you had me with the pour over coffee and ground beans camping 😊 Where you lost me was sleeping in the car 😅 I'm not sure if this video is recent, but we are all for the most part in the midst of a HEAT WAVE. I camped once, just once, at Iron Mountain in the U P. Gorgeous there, however, when you add in bugs, BIG bugs I decided camping wasn't my desire lol. The quiet and serene beauty at the lake is priceless and I'm glad it was yours to take in .

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[@lilrusty6720]

I really enjoyed your video. Its the 1st one i have watched. Thank you.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Glad you enjoyed it! I hope you’ll stick around!

[@kathrynsundseth-brewer6164]

Congratulations! Hope you had a great time!

[@mitchrodee]

Starved Rock is just south of Rochelle, IL

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[@kath121]

If you do keep on car camping, window vent visors are great in addition to the mesh screens. They allow you to crack the windows open a bit even if it's raining.

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[@gloriaedington3442]

Amazingly beautiful and peaceful. I’m sure your tinkering about woke no one till the aromas of coffee, bacon and eggs drifted through the campsite. What a wondrous way to wake to new day. 😊

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Very good video! 😊

[@carolynmaccord3635]

I would get a screened eating tent so you have a place to eat that is covered and bugfree at night, they are nice if it is raining and don't want to sit in the car/tent.

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[@denniskuenze659]

Nice relaxing video. You did a good job. It takes a few outings to get the right setup that works for you. Keep at it you find the perfect fit for you.

[@deborahr.7696]

Great video, Tim. You are better than me. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself.

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[@jamiewhite665]

I got a Coleman 1 burner butane stove. It’s super easy to just take it out of the case & fire it up! Compact, & the pots & tea kettles are so stable on the top.

[@PamHaynes-oo3ck]

Happy camping 😎☕🏕️😅😊

[@conniebueter9052]

We have tent camped along with an oversized van in the 70’s when money was tight and kids were young. Took a trip from midwest to west coast and was on the road for 4 weeks. Four of us and my brother, stayed a few days with relatives in Washington State and Phoenix, Arizona. Kept a journal and tracked every penny which I still have - spent less than $1,000 including gas!! Later when my husband had a contracting business we had a two person fifth wheel , then an all season pull behind. We have zigzagged across the US multiple times and seen the most magnificent country. Now my husband is in early 80’s and we do just hotels.. Love your videos and realistic info ! Enjoy your travels while you can.

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[@kath121]

I love your commitment to grinding your coffee. I'm lazy and just bring instant. 😂

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[@Mysticislander02]

What a beautiful morning! You are so organized and making coffee was really cool. Your breakfast looks delicious and all the cooking gear is neat. Thanks for taking us along. Xo

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[@simply.clutterfree]

My in-laws used to love car camping along the Canadian east coast 😊

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[@debjohansen7867]

I enjoyed your video. I am looking forward to the future camping trips that you mentioned. I love to camp. There is peace being out in nature. Thanks for sharing! Joy and blessings to you!

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[@Liimpy]

Some of my best nights of sleep are in a tent, on a cool night with a nice breeze .. 👌 I recently added a makita portable coffee maker that operates on a drill battery to my gear

[@gregfisher216]

Camping is very relaxing ! The people most of time are pleasant. There are a lot of things to think about .A lot of preparation and planning. It is a great experience and yes a lot of photography opportunities!

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[@waynebrown3266]

I just got back into canopy camping last year. Took my first trip car (small SUV) camping a couple weeks ago. You go into that first trip thinking you know what you will need and thinking you know what will work, and finding you got some of it wrong. My experience with truck canopy camping last year was you go into the 2nd and 3rd etc. nights armed with experience and a better idea of what you really need and what you can do without. Those mosquito nets for windows are a must. A foam pad for sleeping is a must for me. You can get a 3" or 4" tri-fold mattress (couple layers of hard foam and an inch or so of gel foam on top) fairly cheaply off Ebay or Amazon. I, of course, didn't go that route and bought some (expensive) hard foam through a local upholstery guy and added a couple inches of (not too expensive) gel foam from Walmart to go on top of it. I bought a thin but warm king-sized blanket that I fold over and don't even need a sleeping bag unless it drops into mid 30's. I sleep on top of the sleeping bag for more padding but have the sleeping bag handy in case I need it. Fro cooling your vehicle at night I suggest a rechargeable fan with a clip mount or some way you can put it where you need it. Handy for pulling air in from one of the windows or just to blow on you on hot nights to help keep you cool. My thoughts on a couple of subjects, take them or leave them as you see fit.

[@waynebrown3266]

By the way, and like you mentioned, to me the best part of camping is having breakfast and a cup of coffee next to a river or a mountain lake. For me that, and getting some nice pictures, is the highlight of camping, that hour or so in the morning that makes all the preparation and driving worth it.

[@jimflanagan6029]

Get a screen tent and put it over the picnic table. Keeps the bugs out of the food and the mosquitoes out at night. Plus you can hang a lantern in the middle.

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[@JL_TNRealestate]

I only live about half an hour from Harrison Bay, my wife and I love camping there. It, along with Fall Creek Falls, are two of our favorites in this area.

[@debbic2055]

I’m a car camper that intersperses hotels with my car nights. You certainly have a lot of gadgets! I have window screens that fit over the frame and then can roll down the windows. Huge help with heat and keeping the bugs out.

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[@kzZnAT0r]

Fun night out, your way! 😌

[@akontarini]

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[@ShelleySmithson]

I enjoyed this 😊 Nice to see you getting out there and doing something new to you 🎉

[@DenaInWyo]

I love watching from the beginning. I am biding my time as I take care of my aging parent. I feel blessed that I have a ton of camping experience, but I am honestly looking at car camping and eventually van dwelling as the next chapters and I feel like learning how to make that happen is a life skill I'm learning. Currently have my '24 Subaru Outback set up to car camp and it's SUCH an improvement over tent camping! Especially as I am growing older. Subbed, and looking forward to watching you grow.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Welcome!

[@virginiacruiser.7989]

Looking good, Sir!! Safe travels.

[@FLR1131]

Love the scenery.

[@khill6510]

What fun! Looking forward to seeing more of these videos.

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[@Naztalgic]

Fantastic camping video good sir!

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Thank you kindly!

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[@glenburr6755]

Looking forward to your October camping trip video.

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[@vikkibutler8255]

I really appreciate hearing what you did and why you did it, and what you would change or modify. It helps me plan for my freedom I am working hard towards. I recently found a mentor to guide me in building my own online business so I can get free of the office and find new views. can't wait!

[@jomac8101]

Modern tent camping is a great channel. Frazier is a wealth of knowledge on packing your supplies and setting up your site.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Thanks!

[@fulltimelife1248]

Seems like you will be able to get some awesome photos at sunrise.

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[@sylviawinstead8799]

Wow! You bought top of the art equipment 👍 I love camping with equipment that makes it easier I’m not in to off the grid camping I need my pillows 😂

[@pambroughan]

I love camping like this!

[@pinkroses135]

Starting off with a bang with those nature sounds

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[@margaretvillalpando7722]

Suggestion - open your car windows and/or doors to let the car cool off before bedtime. Glad you had a nice time. I have been camping my whole life mostly in tents and a several times in pop up campers. Only slept 4 nights in a RV of a family member once. We had a custom 1990 Dodge Ram van for about 13 years (bought it in 92) and my husband, and two kids slept in that for about 3 camping trips back in 2001 and 2002 as I recall. It had screens and curtains on the windows. I actually wish we still had that van.

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[@HaroldLeeDye]

Good to get out and about ! Am in the east Tn area and I travel around with my pup. Each trip one gets better at boondocking or camping. Thanks for vid. H.Lee Dye

[@kimgregory2781]

Nice test run. Enjoyed watching and hearing your comments.

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[@maggieward1892]

It’s a shame you’re not a camper. Hope you get more from the experiences than expected. As a lifelong lover of camping I envy you. It would be heaven on earth for me. My best.

[@The-new-carnivore-me]

You’re so fun!

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[@sylviawinstead8799]

Wow! You bought top of the art equipment 👍 I love camping with equipment that makes it easier I’m not in to off the grid camping I need my pillows 😂 Don’t worry if you feel you’re not entertaining…….most of us to watch to see the good and the not so good We learn from each other ❤

[@johnwebb2232]

I to am retired as of four years ago, I bought myself a new 4runner back in 2016 totally decked it out for overlanding and in the last couple of years I can't get enough of the tranquility and the piece and quite from camping out in nature. Good for you in trying, but you only get out of it for what you've put in to it. You might want to consider a batwing awning, there easier to setup and you can ad walls to them giving you a larger area to setup camp plus staying dry on those wet days 😅 anyway it's just a suggestion, have fun with and remember to be safe out there.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Thank you!

[@hushingsilence]

Turned 59, sold my house in CA, drove around the country almost twice looking for a new place to live. First motels then a lot of car camping. Yeah, I'll never car camp again lol (I did have a lot of prior camping experience though, but still, I've had my fill TYVM). Love you vid, is was fun to watch you learn about the experience of camping. 🙂 (I think camping is more fun when we are like... 20 lol edit to add: p.s. I let my car idle and had a a/c on, on hot nights. I cannot take the heat.

[@britup1]

If the car is hot and you don’t have any screens, you could start the car and run the a/c for a few minutes until it’s comfortable.

[@kellypoulos8702]

Happy New adventures, travel safe!

[@amritabhattacharyya4882]

such a great trial !

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[@bertandbuckscott7808]

Well you got my attention with coffee grinder😊

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

It's so good!

[@intherockies]

I like RV camping, as in, a really nice RV 😂 I like the air conditioning and a comfy bed. My grandson who is 15 wants to go camp on an island on Lake Ouachita. Which means I would have to go, as the only adult, because it's just the two of us. Of course he would bring a friend. I wonder if I could get up after laying down in a tent 😂

[@treahmoon7370]

It was very enjoyable going camping with you! 😊

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[@susanmartin8117]

I purchase two small fans that are USB pen battery operated. The difference in the air circulation in the coolness coming in he’s amazing. I have COPD and this was 100% improvement On warm nights. They are also very expensive from Amazon

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USB and battery operated not pen

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

I’ve bought two! About to head out again soon.

[@tracker5849]

First visit here...the steak looked good. Your voice is very relaxing. Best of luck. You can charge your phone in your car

[@lauravasquez169]

My husband car camps has screens for the windows. Everything tastes better when you are camping. ❤

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[@HeatherReiner]

I was married by Fr. Dan ten years ago - I'll have to look for the book. He was an amazing human being and just radiated joy in a way that really is indescribable. Adopting and raising children as a priest was just one layer of his interesting and compassionate life. I feel very lucky and blessed to have known him for even a short while.

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[@pinkroses135]

Car sleeping in those temps sounds brutal. My air went out and I couldn't sleep until I got a decent window unit lol I love my modern gadgets

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[@rrichardson53]

Nice lake behind you. The tent belongs to another camper? ‘Kind of close. I love content like this. I hope you do more 🏕️

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Yes. The tent was on the site next to mine.

[@chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888]

Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Nice video🌷🌷

[@robstrck8]

If I was one of the fellow campers, the smell of coffee would have awakened me 😊

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[@kimgoodwin5653]

I was wondering how that sleeping platform was going to work without some sort of cush. I use one of those lightweight inflatable pads (they have a waffle type design). Super quick blow up, very light and compact. Try one out if you don't want to cart around a roll of foam. Love the coffee setup.

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[@doingitwithnothing]

It’s nice to deal with just simple problems…. Lol

[@arlenekeith6235]

I wish now I'd kept my minivan. There is a battery , D cell if remember correctly, fan that would work at night for you. Looks like you have most of it figured out though. 👍

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Invest in a zero gravity chair. You won't regret it!

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Love Mari!

[@staceyhightchew3256]

Great set up! I’m always looking for new things to help keep me organized. Can you share where you got your bins with the wooden lids that lock? Thanks! Happy adventures!

[@akontarini]

☺☺

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Certainly! These are Sidio Crates. sidiocrate.com

[@gumbogranny]

We have camped but never in a car. I don't think I could handle that. We would return home far more tired than when we left. But we had young ones with us.

[@akontarini]

🙂🙂

[@nancy27c]

USB rechargeable fan is great too

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

I bought two! Can’t wait to try them out!

[@nancyseiler2844]

Aaaaall right, I’ll subscribe. Cuz I’m pretty much carnivore and love to camp in my Prius V. I can get tips for both. Oh, and I see minimalist. Another pursuit of mine lately. I’ll do catch up. Thanks for the video.

[@TheNewRetiredMe]

Welcome!

[@PamHaynes-oo3ck]

Welcome have fun catching up 😂

[@joymccann8303]

Two cooking setups!

[@akontarini]

🙂

[@fondatruelove2330]

Amazon sells the sets of windows cover.

[@BigV96220]

Hello I am a new subscriber ,good for you getting out there I am 62 F in Australia wanting to do the same ,I have two dogs and am searching for the right Vehicle for adventures ,I really want a 4x4 so I can go off road safely . Your set up for one night was cool and your camp site nice, especially where there is water .Insects grrrr i am highly allergic which is a real problem for me ,but hey you cant let that stop you from the great outdoors getaway stay safe and good luck for your on going adventures .Sending Blessings from Australia

[@karenwalter1048]

It is rechargeable. It would be great to cool your car interior.