now i remember why i built a bus (+ exploring the tetons with my honda monkey)

[@jeffsadon552]

It's not safe to jump in the river especially when you are alone I'm glad you made the right decision

[@pennylynndauphin9405]

Currents are always stronger than they seem. Smart choice.

[@edrosa5079]

that lake looks Awesome,Great looking Food

[@chadmutchler5062]

Looked like strong current

[@robertjohns399]

bloody awesome video and glad to see you enjoy riding the bike as well also great music in your videos keep them coming take care there from Australia

[@BillySBC]

When you get to the bottom of a sandy rocky trail on your motorcycle and it looks like you're gonna go down it's called "Washing Out". Example: "Man I hit that trail back there and about halfway down the whole thing went jelly and right at the bottom I almost WASHED OUT! You see me wash out back there? That was a heart ripper!".

[@rebeccafaussett4673]

Please be careful when going on rivers, they can be so much fun and deceptive at the same time. We were river rafting and got to the end it was the first time I went the whole way my 2 friends were at the edge getting ready to get off the river approximately 15 feet away so I thought wow their only knee deep I thought I would get off the my tube and was so happy I didn't get my hair wet the whole way so I got off and had a big drop off and actually scared me and of course got my hair wet. Long story short I know a guy that died on this same river evidently. This river has many drop offs and they think he got in one and got disoriented and drown, it was so sad who would of thought u could drown in a river. PLEASE be careful always remember to be cautious. So proud of u for being so cautious already. GOD BLESS❤

[@glorisol3805]

How about a one person mini kayak also?

[@MadderKeener]

that constant smile while riding your bike says it all 😀

[@jimwattson1720]

Thanks Emma

[@AB-C1]

Great video Emma! Good you're doing your daily cold dips! But please be careful! Always leave a note in your bus incase anything happens so if anyone starts looking for you they find it! Also rivers are always dangerous generally and the deeper they are that goes up much more so. Throw a leaf or dry stick in that floats, if the leaf/stick goes past faster than you can swim, then don't get in as you'll get swept down stream! (as a minimum guage!) Also if the water is breaking on the top and/or swirling like it was there (like mini rapids) that indicates multiple currents under the surface which could sweep you away or drag you under! (so don't risk it) and.. best to have an anker line tied securely to a solid tree or a stake in the ground that's solid, then if you lose footing and get swept down river or under, you can hopefully pull yourself out safely.. (always good to let someone know where you're going through it that's an option just incase!) You only get to make one mistake, so have a back up! That aside the food looks amazing you've been making and you're clearly having lots of fun which is great! Have a great week! Cheers from London 👍😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@CharlesLangSamuel]

Due to your video I just used the little oven in my travel trailer, in which I live, for the first time ever. I made pizza from a slice of French bread, ketchup, cheese and sliced mushroom. I expected it to be kind of sad lol and bad but it was a lot better than I expected. ty 👍.

[@r8edrv4fun65]

Whitewater paddlers should carry safety kits and obtain safety/rescue training - especially on rivers that are Class III and harder. Safety kits (also known as “wrap kits” or “pin kits”) contain equipment that can be used to unpin rafts, rescue trapped swimmers, and/or transport people and gear around dangerous rapids. Whitewater Rafting Safety Kits and the 4:3:2:1:1 Principle By Zachary Collier

[@r8edrv4fun65]

Just saying, I think you're headed in that direction.

[@SamsLiberty]

Jenny Lake must be the most beautiful place.

[@doofhund3526]

Good to see you enjoying bus life! If I were soloing, I would have an Inreach or some other satellite device like it.

[@akmankalash]

thats a fast moving river girl. don't do anything risky if you're alone

[@scottpippin4669]

You're a pretty cool girl to be road tripping like that I'm from Canada I would love to do something like that

[@skyblue2636]

When I seen that thumbnail, I thought oh, that must be Emma's little sister.

[@matthewdever2118]

"The Dictionary of Lost Words" is so good. If you aren't already listening to "A Way with Words" via NPR or their podcast, do yourself a favor. :-)

[@MartinWilsey]

Sunblock!

[@davidgiffordsr.930]

Thanks. I think you are cute, and kinda neat hearing how you think in new situation. ENJOY!

[@lbjackson5179]

OK, like a dummy I didn't check your More info button till after I asked my question and now I've answered my own question. Doh!

[@Buses2Bikes]

Wait... you have a light up salt and pepper shaker?!? WTH!!!

[@2old4allthis]

You’ve probably already been told 100 times, but when riding, dress as though you will fall, because eventually you will. Good, thick gloves at the least, and elbow, knee, and hip protection should also be worn. A decent lightweight riding jacket with pads along with some knee pads would take care of it. We all know it’s a p.I.t.a., but the roads you are and will be riding on will absolutely tear you up. When you’re alone, that could be deadly. All of that said, you’ve made some very compelling and entertaining videos about your journey. Subscribed.

[@valeriefrench9405]

Hope you have an emergency gps device so people can find you if injury or lost

[@conniewaite1371]

I do hope you lock your bike up so it doesnt get stolen.because CV they are small,easy to steal

[@edrosa5079]

where is your bear spray

[@jonnyking6808]

you will continue to work to the bus or its dan 🤣🤣😸

[@ronnievance6835]

It appears you’ve adapted well to “bus life”. Smart not jumping into that river. It looked swift and no telling how far down it could have taken you! Good to see that you’re brave,better to see you’re cautious when it matters😀

[@richardbonfiglio1765]

Yeah, she scared me when she started talking like that.

[@richardbonfiglio1765]

Emma, back in the olden days, a well known American author, John Steinbeck did exactly what you're doing and wrote a book: my Travels with Charley (his dog). He named his camper Rocinate, after Don Quixotes horse. He went off in search of America, the place he wrote so much about. I want to call attention to his Washing Machine: A five gallon bucket with tight fitting lid, solidly mounted on your vehicle. Add clothes, detergent, and water and just drive on to your next destination. The road will agitate the Laundry all the while you drive. Cleaner than you can get with quarters. Thought you might like to know.

[@francoisg1393]

Came for the build, staying for the adventures. It was always about the promise of hitting the road and living life with more intention, wasn't it? Now that you're doing it, I enjoy your videos even more. You're doing great. You are amazing.

[@dougintothesunset]

Thank you for being cautious around rivers Emma, they can be deceptively dangerous and deserve our respect. I wonder if a short rope anchored to a tree (or other solid thing) would allow you to dunk in rivers when you're alone with a little more abandon. Mice will only live where there is access to food. Check your food stores for holes in bags or boxes of rice and other grains. Look for little tiny black poops near those things too, that's a sure sign. Thanks for the video . . . You're making it look like a dream.

[@derekrichard9189]

I’ve watched you since the beginning bus build and I’d have to say you’ve got the perfect personality for this …. Basically I’m saying love the videos

[@patriciaharkin1571]

I smile for every one of your videos Emma. It warms my heart to see how far you've come from the young lady faced with the massive task of fitting out an old school bus and making it into a home for yourself. I am so happy for you.

[@dieseldave564]

Emma, since you are hiking around the wilderness by your self, please get a couple of sleigh bells and attach them to your shoes. There are things out there much bigger than you that will look at you as a snack. If you are making more noise it is less likely that you might walk up and startle a bear, big cat, ETC. I know it sounds weird, but it could save your butt.

[@jamesjackson2875]

Bear spray would be a good idea. Pinesol, bleach or ammonia (don't mix) could substitute. Could protect you and keep the bears out of trouble.

[@geoffreybartlett9293]

Is possible to walk with a 2 or 3 foot smaller tree branch. Wave in front of you as you walk. Clears most spider/caterpillar webs.. just my .02

[@jonesyacdc]

I'm just watching that sasquatch sitting in trees behind you. ❤️👍👣👣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rvsam4u]

Great video! Beautiful scenery! Thank you for taking us with you on your adventures!

[@hollystockdesign]

I love how everything is ‘tiny’… tiny dog, tiny oven, tiny stove 🤣 And really, none of those things are that small! Loving your adventures so far, it’s getting me super excited for my van adventures (which will begin in March 2023 all being well!)

[@mikeholczer]

As others have said, good choice to not swim in the current. That current looks too strong to even paddle board on. If you do find a slower river to paddle on, start going up stream (against the current) so you don’t end up going to far to be able to get back.

[@charmaineslater7632]

Nice...u should put some shelving up high so critters won't get into it. Have a great day and be safe!!

[@UsPlusaBus]

16:31 that view is what it's all about. wow! We can't wait to be on the road, enjoy and be safe!

[@karenriggle5435]

If you thought you heard a mouse you have a mouse the set of spring load of trap put a little peanut butter on it you'll have him the next morning

[@chasein7019]

Get use to mice. All the places you camp have tons of mice. And, they like to eat the insulation off wires. Raccoons eat rubber brake lines so they can lick the sweet brake fluid. Your bus is FILLED with holes and cracks for mice to enter. Mouse traps won't work. There is too much food everywhere for them to eat. They come out at night. You'll hear them running around and sometimes on your bed covers and under the sheets. Stay out of the fast water. If you do go in lay on your back and feet down stream and slowly try to paddle to shore (SLOW). Don't use up your energy or panic. That's when you go down for the count.

[@madalineg7560]

Emma, I'm always so happy watching your videos! Your channel is a big inspiration for me, I'm going to look at a bus this weekend, fingers crossed I'll take it home!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

good luck!!

[@madalineg7560]

@@EmmaBuildsBirbie thanks! Any advice for driving a bus/questions to ask?

[@norm5785]

You are definitely having great experiences. Thank you for sharing your awesome adventure with us today from Henrico County Virginia, stay safe and healthy

[@tomlatenite8348]

Just bring a life jacket with you

[@BigFireDave]

That is why many van/bus lifers have a cat or two, the SMELL of a cat keeps them out of your vehicle.

[@Mrjaydesign]

🇬🇧👍

[@thebaddman]

Looking good!

[@jayu724]

Great vlog Emma!.. Enjoyed all your riding , Dunking and hiking.. Just the stuff I like to do, your fiiming And Selection very nice! Glad you didn't jump in 😊🏍🦧🐭👍travel on!

[@MichelleCouplandHairStudio]

Your out door activities are making your appetite bigger

[@duathlete827]

Love seeing our swimsuit model bouncing around in a swimsuit but sure did worry you were going to be swept downstream lol. Glad common sense prevailed and you're safe. Spectacular beauty in that part of the country. I'd stay till winter snow falls! Thanks for the hike.

[@annmiddleton2649]

Love what your doing, wish I was 50years younger.

[@donwyates]

Looks like you're having a blast! Live like you love it, and want to keep doing it. I thoroughly enjoyed your mouse hunt! I had mice in my SUV - mine liked to gnaw on toilet paper and ramen. Also scared one off from under the hood. This was at my last campsite, and my only experience with mice after 2 yrs. of being on the road. Just lucky I guess. Oh, I've heard (but never tried) peppermint oil deters them. A cat (mouser) would work too. ;-)

[@jamesorendorff2731]

Great video!! Yes, be careful!!! Don't go jumping into fast moving water Please 🙏🙏

[@BigFireDave]

It's all that fresh air! When i hit the road for a month or so with my little teardrop camper I found myself eating more than I did at home. The outdoors/fresh air makes me eat more, or is it the extra exorcise ??? LOL

[@donaldd.293]

That mouse is living rent free.

[@BeardedSeabee82]

Looks like was nice few days and hella hike at tetons. And yeah, spruce bud worm, they suck, definite killer of trees...

[@tommynikon2283]

Uh, how do you know about river swimming? You DON'T! And that one is swift flowing, meaning it's a ONE way paddle. Are there rapids? Rocks? Trees down/debris? Falls?

[@MotoKriss]

Camera trick. If you want to show how bad an incline actually is. Turn the camera to the side of the trail and show the angles of the trees coming out the ground. You Rock Emma!!!!

[@shadow.5404]

Super cool place definitely enjoyed it full view and thumbs up Emma 🥂

[@robertgwinn8406]

How nice.

[@seattleogre]

River swimming 101 Check downstream for an exit. Don't try to swim upstream against the current. Unless it's clear enough to see, keep your feet up to avoid a rock wedge grabbing a leg and the current folding you over and drowning you. If swept away to the other side, walk upstream then swim diagonally across the current back to where you want to get out. Quite often if it looks fast on the surface, 12-18 inches below is twice as fast. And lastly, discretion is the better part of valor. Love your bus build. I'd name the mouse Houdini.

[@mtnmandeluxe5429]

There is a spot,,further up the main road you're on,,,and up a certain hill,,,where ,,in the right spot you can look west and see Les Tois Tetons and to the east you can see the Wind Rivers. It's kinda glorious! Get bear spray,,learn how to use it. Watch for Grizzlies. They can and occasionally do eat touroids. Be careful. You definitely wised up by not jumping in the river

[@larrypippin7854]

Thank you for sharing. I look forward to watching your updates. You've been rocking the swim suits.:)

[@themikeh1961]

A real van-lifer would have tried to jump the river on their motorcycle. I'm a little disappointed. I hope in the future you won't be such a weenie. I enjoyed the video, though. I always do. Thanks for keeping them coming!

[@striktlyaudio]

An old trick my Pap had taught me with streams, cricks, and rivers is to toss a leaf, stick, or anything that floats and Based on your knowledge of how water moves through a stream, choose two small sections (called “reaches”) of the stream equal in length (3 to 10 meters long). One of these should be a stretch that you think will have a lower (slower) flow speed, and one should be a section you believe will have a higher (faster) flow speed. The speed is determined by timing how long it takes for an object to float from one point to another, along a measured stretch of stream; and then dividing the time it took by the distance the object traveled, to get a rate in meters per second (meters/second). I hope this helps with future morning dunks at a stream, crick, or river!

[@chestnutjames5752]

Hello... I'm new to your channel and I'm loving your video's... I so enjoy it ... 👍🏾

[@MexicanTeTe]

I didn't see a can of bear spray on you during your hike. You should consider getting some and keeping it ready whenever you're out on trails. It's not something you want to have to fish out of your backpack while you're being charged by a bear. I would carry that stuff with me even if I'm not in bear country-- I've seen bears and mountain lions all over the USA in places where people claim there aren't any. The ones you encounter on hiking trails tend to already associate humans with food, so they don't always run off when you yell at them which makes them more dangerous imo.

[@steveneddy9492]

PLEASE get yourself some gloves to ride your bike with. You crash your hands need to be protected

[@Pabkojdim]

Looks beautiful and peaceful. I wouldn't mind swimming with you

[@philmickey7247]

Yeah, what a view.😉

[@karlfernandez9810]

Hi Emma, where do you pick your packages when you order online? i love your content. keep making beautiful videos.

[@mbrider56]

Ah Love that Emma, having a great time there. Be mindful of rivers and streams, often the currents are really strong under the surface and its easy to get into trouble, I know from personal experience, although mine was in the sea. Your right to be cautious.... 👍🏻

[@michelle14749]

Beautiful place, looks very peaceful. When are you fixing the wires? Looks dangerous and messy to leave it like that.

[@allan80supra]

jumping into a river without checking depth or for large rocks is a good way to get a large hospital bill or worse, it's great to be young and invincible but older you will be thankful if you avoid any serious injuries now. also get a PLB, no if's, but's or maybe's if your out by yourself it's a must.

[@r8edrv4fun65]

NO!! Paddle boards are not a good idea on swift, rolling, churning water. They're more for calm lakes. Get a kayak and life preserver with a whistle to use just in case you are stuck on a rock in the middle of a loud river.

[@ronaldseitz3677]

Smart move just be safe,maybe find a nice calm lake You will be ok And maybe stay in touch with you brothers 😎✌️

[@aprildawnsunshine4326]

I'd always assume that critters are trying to get in at least. Lived on a farm and had a mouse go across my face one night! Luckily I didn't get bit, and discovered that peppermint oil will discourage almost all types of critters. If, like me, you're not fond of the scent I've used dry sachets in cupboards etc and then a mix including lavender and cedar oil as a room scent which also helps drive them away.

[@lbjackson5179]

I want to suggest that you visit Navigation Nowhere. It's a youtube creator who does a lot of bus work, customization and he's turned a long bus into a home and is now working on a short bus. He has a shitload of really good video on bus work, including the inside, cabinets ect. I think his video's would really help you and you may even be able to contact him for help.

[@leslieservantofgod8601]

My oven takes too much propane so I do the same thing but I do it 12 14 inch cast iron skillet with foil on top and I can bake at extremely low temperatures over a long time it's like oven cooking but way less propane

[@andreatkinson4869]

Your beautiful but your I'n God's country what a view .safe travels I'm so stoked to see you work through your issues big and small , don't ever get in current time of year important also spring snow runoff cold water you will cramp up be sensible your on your own

[@Gabblerwba1]

Great fun 2 wheels on the open road, good call to cover your elbows/knees as vulnerable areas, especially on a crumbly gravel road even at any speed but also tarmac, just saying but hope you don’t ever come off your motorbike tho👍

[@vonheise]

Great video of a beautiful area. The first time I rode over a metal draw bridge was unnerving but I finally figured out that the cycle will keep itself up if you almost turn loose of the handle bar, just let your hand rest on them and let it jerk around a bit, same with lose gravel. When I was a teen, I waded out in a strong current, and once I got above my knees it started dragging me down the river standing up and cut my foot so I dropped into the water until I could get to the bank and grab a small tree and pull myself out. Good lesson learned early. With rocks like that, and water that gets deep quickly like that, stay where there is little current as it will take you down river and you risk hitting your head. A river like that needs a kayak, a bicycle type helmet and lifejacket. You will never paddle up river in water like that, you need a place down river to take out, and never do it alone! Lakes were made for paddle boarding...

[@martirezperez7592]

Hermosa qué estado está muy linda hermosa hermosa hermosa te quiero mucho 💟❤️🇦🇷

[@zaftra]

There's a river in the UK that's the one of the most dangerous in the world called the bolton strid; it looks nothing more than a brook (creek) that you can jump over, but in reality it's a full river that has been pushed on it's side by geology, is very deep fast flowing and it will pull you under in seconds if you slip in it

[@tamararummel2027]

It is NEVER a good idea to jump into a river. Undercurrents can pull you under no matter how good of a swimmer you are.

[@leslieservantofgod8601]

Oh for goodness sakes I picked up three in my travels around Mount Baker and it's taking me a month to get them all traps and poison I just want them to leave but you know the drill

[@nancyschad2969]

Buy a couple of bars of Irish Spring soap, shred them and place in a plastic container with holes on the lids. Mice don't like the smell.

[@charlesculnane7520]

Yeah , That strong current would sweep a swimmer right down stream . And you could never paddle back up stream in that strong current with a paddle board . But if you were to hike up or down stream you may be able to find a calm pool to swim in .

[@mscarlarn]

I so love all the dunk places you have found. Such a beautiful place. You are adjusting to bus life quite well. Look forward to more monkey adventures.

[@leslieservantofgod8601]

I just wish there was a carbon fiber sideshell that I could attach to a schooly that would give it a futuristic look if somebody could make a mold I'm sure that it would bless them in the end and the beginning even

[@MurfreesboroLighting]

I just started following you because of the Honda Monkey

[@TwistandShift.official]

You shouldn’t “cook” your teabags. Boil the water and steep them. 😊

[@steveneddy9492]

Bacon and butternut squash is really good ALSO

[@76Scutter]

LOVE the thumbnail, you are soooo beautiful Emma😘😘

[@paulsawyer4541]

You should never jump into water where you can't see the bottom, could be a big rock and end up with broken bits 😩😭

[@renoflames]

Smart move on the Oven. Excellent video.. Thank You...

[@retireordont]

Walk the bank first know where the current will take you before you enter. Plan your exit points. Have a few extras in case you miss the first one.

[@leslieservantofgod8601]

That's funny I don't wear my pants 11 months out of the year I'm in sweats short pants tank tops flip flops hardly ever sucks and shoes or pants