Q + A | Living In My Car | 50 State Road Trip Questions

[@jenniferpeters3010]

I am 10 weeks pregnant, single and alone. And stumbled upon your KZbin page. And been binge watching your videos. I like all your videos, there so motivating and they help me get motivated to even just get into my yard as I struggle through morning sickness and encourages me to also walk my dog too and go for drives. Thanks 😊

[@mikeydog1000]

Congratulations on the baby, do you know what you are having boy? Or girl.

[@southerngirlyall6497]

I'll be 60 next year and still enjoy car camping with my two cats!!! Enjoy your channel and positivity.

[@TheVegan15]

Chase the blizzards 👍 I love the snow too ☃️

[@darinhuffman1127]

The wild animal you should fear the most for the safety of Blue are coyotes. They're in every state now and they are intelligent opportunist. They can sense a lone dog and see that as a meal opportunity for the pack. I've spent quite a bit if time in rural Arizona and the ranchers there have told me that you dont want to have a lone outdoor dog roaming around freely. Not to be preachy, but keeping him close by especially after dark is a good thing. Love the content of your channel, safe travels!

[@TheSmdl]

For the east coast, I did a car camping trip in June. I stayed overnight in Cracker Barrel parking lots. It was awesome. They are super friendly. Plus they open at 7am (for the morning bathroom needs). I called ahead to verify they took overnighters. They told me to park in the RV section. Ask where those spots are located. BTW I am over 50. You can definitely car camp as you get older.

[@marcylandon5872]

I usually find q&a’s boring but I could listen to you talk forever, less the content and more your cuteness and uniqueness.

[@usnavyvet]

Recently discovered your channel, enjoying it, keep it up 👍

[@serenityjewel]

Thanks so much for answering my questions. For the record, I'm a regular woman. 😁 Ever since my last few relationships, which weren't healthy, I've been completely numb to the idea of dating or meeting someone. People around me act like that's weird because it's been almost 2 years but I see so many women doing van life who don't seem to be interested in dating either. Regardless of what anyone thinks, I'm on earth to live my truth and I will AND it's also nice to know my tribe is out there living their truth too. Thanks again and take care!

[@serenityjewel]

@spinalfusion Why? Why are you asking what I said? Why are you interested?

[@joenewman6494]

@spinalfusion 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MariaGonzalez-iv6eg]

They won't ask if you don't bring it up. For me it's easy since my husband passed away. I still go about my day and don't entertain relationships. It's my life and I am not here to please anyone.

[@martinboyce7712]

Hi Maria, thanks for answering my question. If you are going to drive to Alaska I would strongly recommend teaming up with others and making it a joint road trip as you are in some pretty remote areas and a break down will leave you completely alone. Another channel I follow (Ride and Seek) have just made that trip and did break down but they had 2 fellow adventurers along with them. You will love Banff, but hope you also check out my area of west coast British Columbia too. I also have New Zealand on my bucket list, made it to Australia many times but still need to get to New Zealand. Safe travels :)

[@stebishopnomad1838]

Yeah I knew you were a Taurus even before you said.im a Taurus as well love the cold and being on my own travelling with my staffy and my van 6 yrs now and lovin it. Lovin your vids.

[@BalancedHuman]

Taurus makes sense! You definitely have those grounded earth vibes. And very head strong. I think you’ve mentioned stubborn too 😂 (like when your parents have said once you say you’re doing something you do it- non negotiable.) Yep. Taurus. 🐂💚

[@roamingreckless]

100%!

[@jeepsahara333]

@@roamingreckless triple Taurus here- love your vibe 💚💚💚 Taurus is a Fixed sign- we are going to do exactly what we want to do 🥰

[@MaryOKC]

I’m from alaska and the military grade pepper spray does work. It doesn’t work on moose but it does work on bears…the trick is keeping your head and don’t spray it in your own face. .. it works on dogs too like wolf and coyotes.

[@CookingbyCampsite]

Yes! I’m a Taurus too. 😁 April 24th actually.

[@renalangstaff730]

If you like Moab head into sw Colorado. Mesa Verde, Hovenweep, over the Uncompadre, make the trip from near Cortez Co over Lizardhead Pass, Telluride over Dallas Divide. Turn right at Ridgeway and go over Red Mt. Pass to Durango. Hit Wolf Creek Pass. You would love that area and its in the Mountains. Awesome trip

[@colleenthompson2737]

You mentioned the Badlands as far as surprising terrain, I have to admit how wonderfully surprising the sandhills of western Nebraska were. All the jokes about corn fields go out the window there. It is lovely and worth seeing.

[@nursebabs]

I'm in FL. But just got back from Alaska Banff is awesome. Go to the yukon for sure

[@JaneDoe-ov1hb]

Second😃 OMG! New Zealand has been #1 on my bucket list for years too 😉 It looks absolutely incredible! I'd love to visit Banff someday too! Loved this video and thanks for answering my ?'s Maybe you can do a Q&A every couple of months or so?

[@thomasaccuntius9946]

Hey I have been there 3 or 4 times. There are a lot of shops and historical places to see, but not late in the evening. I would like to go futher up into the upper p. than Manistique.

[@glennryan3101]

Being from New Jersey, there really isn't dispersed camping here. They want you to pay for a campground. When I traveled up and down the east coast last year, I slept in Walmart's, Cracker Barrel's and truck stops, mostly. When I get back on the road in about 8 months from now, I will be heading out west this time. Love your content and following you and Blue's adventures.

[@doreenb3411]

When you were asked about whether you have insurance for Blue, I wanted to tell you about Care Credit. Care Credit is a no interest, yes ZERO, credit card you can get to cover medical expenses for yourself AND your pet. I have 10 cats and can’t tell you how many times this card has saved my butt. Just look it up online. Easy to apply, get credit limit increases etc. I think it’s a must have for anyone who loves their pets and would spend whatever it takes for their health and welfare. Love your channel.

[@LOWCUHHGONEWiLD]

Maria is my favorite I can watch her movie on repeat 🔁

[@Adventureswithjacc]

Buckeye here… lol hocking hills is amazing and yellow springs is amazing

[@roamingreckless]

Adding to the list!

[@Joeybz1]

Hope you get another Ru! Sound my 25 year old Outback last year and wanted another. Couldn’t get one but an Ascent fell into my lap. Such a great car for the kid of roads you go on.

[@CBAmakingAusername]

I love the way you did this q&a

[@roamingreckless]

Thank you!

[@detraed8962]

Iceland looks pretty too.

[@LeahWriter]

I love this style of Q&A. I'm looking forward to the next one

[@jasonjones5213]

Love your videos.It's A good thing you like to edit, because the editing was outstanding.Good answers too.

[@yyng9123]

I can't wait to see you move into a mini van ... so you and Blue can have more space to move about and sit up easier ... more comfy for both you guys to enjoy your journey!

[@briancclevenger]

Thanks for doing this vlog, I had wondered about some of those things in the viewers questions and am glad you got around to answering them. Having bear spray and a fire extinguisher is something I keep with me always, both can save you and Blue's life's. I love the snow too and get so excited when a major snow storm is coming, I charge up everything (solar gens, power packs, cell phone) food for 10 days and then charge into it. I am happy that you have not had a bear open your tent at night, you and Blue stay safe out there. p.s.-- I was like a kid at Christmas when I heard you say my name and answered one of my questions, thanks!!

[@joelogger88]

I'll have to watch more of the car camping videos, it will make my minivan seem like a palace.

[@CaboWabotv]

I'm really looking forward to the winter snow videos!

[@sodbuster518able]

Hey Maria i,m a Taurus also glad you are one to,good people

[@letsgettrippin1555]

Yes to the survival gear video!

[@zoey8834]

It was awesome that you answered my question! A lot of useful information in this video. I had to take some notes for when I hit the road lol! Keep up the great work! I am excited to see what you get up to when you visit Missouri, I definitely have some suggestions!

[@felixthemaster9662]

omg, I am so with you about that state in the south. i feel for you. GO BLUE!!!!!!

[@sherrystanford9123]

Thanks. Great information.

[@jakelittle359]

hell ya cheers from rocky mountins alberta

[@tomm2330]

A great video answering questions you so awesome your videos always makes my day 👍

[@chrisjohns8636]

I saw one video where you said you don’t really cook a lot and so far seems like most meals are the regular camp meals like “mountain house” dehydrated food prepared and packaged, add hot water wait a few and then it’s ready. So do you have a favorite brand / meal you can recommend?

[@meelliemoe]

I love this one!

[@ravarthur18]

I'm from New Zealand. I regularly watch your videos! You should definitely come here!! Plenty of greaat places to car camp! Hope you do come here!!

[@roamingreckless]

Oh my gosh you’re so lucky!!! I’ll be there in a couple years for sure

[@ravarthur18]

@@roamingreckless That would be wonderful. My husband and I would be more than happy to host you and Blue! Love all your content and its amazing to see how much you care for your beautiful dog. Stay safe!

[@NancyMoody-ec7wt]

My question would be out of the five years you’ve been doing this road trip have you never ever ever been scared parking by yourself or or someone trying to break in your car etc.

[@Ravenswife2021]

Have you Traveled through Kalamazoo Michigan car camping or South Haven Michigan?😊

[@johnnyorescue8713]

Hey Maria how do u finance your lifestyle

[@johnsoutdooradventures3293]

Good question....I've often wondered how she does it!

[@rachelmahan8425]

When and if u come to Delaware check out Lums pond it’s totally a maria and blue camping spot for sure lol 😆 it’s northern Delaware on the way to Michigan! I love Michigan I drove there to buy a box truck a few years ago it was beautiful in the spring ! 6 and 1/2 hour drive and thru New York was a bitch lol oh and the parking in the middle of the roads confused the hell out of me lol 😂 hope u check out my hometown on your way home id love to see it on your channel ! Love you and blue ! Excited to see what’s to come for y’all 👍🏽💕

[@shelleyshreve7778]

Sorry to to hear you dissing Ohio. I'm 67 years old & have lived all my life. There are a lot of beautiful wooded areas/state parks here as well as snow & skiing especially in the snow belt, wineries & also festivals & fairs in the warmer months. I am giving you the benefit of the doubt for being from "that state up north" but please don't knock Ohio until you try it.

[@erinababbington9624]

It's beautiful here in New Zealand.

[@roamingreckless]

Adopt me

[@shepirate]

You mentioned other apps besides iOverlander that you use...could you mention them again some time?

[@robinbirdj743]

What kind of vitamins do you feed your dog? Thanks!

[@pauleejeffries6793]

You would be very welcome and no doubt love New Zealand Maria, I am from New Zealand so hurry and come visit....p.s love you videos🙂

[@seanshaw5164]

Just courious..did ya ever get the replacement for your jet boil?

[@andrewb2475]

Hey miss, have you seen those tailgate awnings that can be fitted to a car to keep you travelling ladies dry...............just an idea🙂

[@Hylan_]

Thank you for answering my question preciate it .also thanks for saying my name right most ppl don’t know how to pronounce my name … also you do lowkey seem like a Taurus ..Ohio is bad but I promise we have great things you just have to find them

[@wendyhatt2886]

I love the Q&A, thank you! I am 57 1/2 & and going to try some SUV camping myself. My challenge will be working on the road needing wifi and I'm an hourly employee. I have a power bank for charging my lap top, and I have wifi marked on my travel path for the next month(leaving this week) my goal is to upgrade my hotspot to unlimited and charge my power bank (30 minutes) at a local coffee shop etc and go to a day use place and work on the beach!! It's just me, no animals, and I'll be on the west coast (Washington native living in Arizona) headed north/northwest! I'm excited and nervous!! Thank you for all your videos and I have gleaned some great ideas from you! I LOVE the aluminum table you showed in a previous video that was gifted to you! It's on my Amazon list! ❤🤗

[@timtaylor6471]

If you’re in O-H-I-O on Nov 26 you can watch the Buckeyes whoop that team up North 🏈🏈 P.S. -Hocking Hills is a beautiful place to camp and explore 👍

[@clearsailing7993]

I am from the state up north. I have relatives in Columbus so I have to stay neutral on sports. I really only like baseball anyway. Being an engineer, i was always impressed with all the technical and manufacturing companies in Ohio.

[@dmcresins]

Banff is amazing! Lotta bears, though:) 🐻

[@ameliaabrams4839]

You should get the pet insurance my cousin has received thousands back after paying out of pocket for emergencies

[@sergiovalenti7255]

You would make a good travel agent.

[@biggmommadogacademy7935]

I have a question. I'm planning on living in my car as soon as I can afford to fix a few things on it. My question is how do you afford to start? I am having the hardest time because I am living in a hotel right now and paying $350 weekly. It's hard to actually get enough up to repair my tire or replace it all together and to fix my water reservoir, and I can't take a regular 9-5 at the moment due to some health issues. Help me figure it all out please.

[@roamingreckless]

When I first started back in 2017 I had savings to live off of while I figured it out, my advice would be just to work and save up! There’s a plethora of remote jobs since the pandemic.

[@biggmommadogacademy7935]

@@roamingreckless Thank you 😊

[@rachaelswann1663]

Hi would you do car camping in England Scotland and Wales with blue?

[@roamingreckless]

Yes it’s on my list!

[@rachaelswann1663]

@@roamingreckless thank you for getting back to me and answering question , I have a never question how would you do it Would you drive or fly or boat it ?

[@aussiesandtrails]

That's the same case with my and my dog Audio

[@roamingreckless]

That’s the cutest name omg!

[@GallifreyLives]

How are you gonna get your car to Hawaii?

[@TheSmdl]

I follow AB Camping channel. He is based in New Zealand. I love his camping videos Maybe you should contact Tony and ask him your questions.

[@alexandravanrooijen9266]

GO GET THE BEAR SPRAY 😭😭

[@dougscales9852]

Have you been in Georgia?

[@beyourownhomepro-1915]

That’s awesome, Blue has his own bank acct.

[@kimmillynn2161]

Go Bucks! 🤪

[@madis2777]

Where did you get your air freshener?

[@roamingreckless]

Amazon

[@markthompsoncpa]

Always should have pepper/bear spray (24 hrs./day)

[@Mercedesbenzz8]

I dont know how you feel about guns but a 10mm is rated to protect against bears. I usually carry one when I go walking on the BLM land by my house because I am also very protective over my two aussies.

[@jonwmeyer11]

9:20 So what your saying is you roam recklessly

[@rawcodecmedia302]

You said you hate the heat but all your fav spots are the desert lol

[@choboloko]

The great thing about living in New Zealand is that the only thing you have to worry about are seagulls

[@goodykei]

Loved the Q + A ! Thank You ! SO !!!!!! I looked up Taurus ! It said..... Intelligent, Dependable, HARDWORKING (YES) Dedicated, Stubborn, Reliable, persistent and Stable. So my question: Do You think that describes You ? Love and Blessings to You and Yours. 🙏

[@roamingreckless]

Yes! Heavy on the stubborn and persistent lol

[@kaitlyng.473]

Fellow Michigander currently living in Kentucky, the overall hatred of Ohio is very real 🤣🤣

[@campingwithcruz5808]

When you go through to Indiana Dones Beach 🏖 and also Nashville Indiana is the prettiest area in Indiana. Most of Indiana is flat and boring I’ve lived there all my life and I was born in Ohio but don’t remember much of that I have gone to Ohio a lot which is kind of like Indiana and boring and flat lol anyways I hope this helps when you go to Indiana

[@lionandthelamb9379]

I know you need the shot to go to Canada. You should do research on it. Many doctors are speaking out on Rumble because they are not allowed to speak freely here on YT.

[@lionandthelamb9379]

Dr. Mad ej is one of the doctors speaking up on Rumble.

[@susansharp112]

How do you make money or is it just yt that is your income. Thanks

[@detraed8962]

LOL@ I am not a smoker I am just tired.

[@CLTHIKER]

How do you make money?

[@scotteramsey]

Go to Hocking Hills in Ohio for sure. #GoBuckeyes

[@robertbarron6452]

New follower. Please send info to help support the two of u...stay strong.❤

[@amylee6038]

The problem with Alaska is all the buff guys making big bucks.

[@katietaylor3525]

Weird question but I'm curious.. how tall are you?

[@roamingreckless]

Before I answer, how tall do you think I am?

[@katietaylor3525]

@@roamingreckless for some reason I think of you as being tall.. 5'8?

[@roamingreckless]

@@katietaylor3525 interesting! I’m 5’5

[@katietaylor3525]

@@roamingreckless I guess it's your big personality ;)

[@roamingreckless]

@@katietaylor3525 I did always wish I was 5’7 🥲

[@susansharp112]

So I grew up in bear country. Do not fight a bear to protect your dog. Trust me both of you would lose. It is better to get the hello away. Blue has a better chance surviving without your protection. He would run circles around the bear. Remember blue is protecting you for a reason so you can get out of the situation. Go get bear spray asap and take it on your hikes

[@susansharp112]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@4qu4]

Dude, if someone stole Blue, we would revolt fr.

[@roamingreckless]

Amen

[@JoeGoesOutside]

First 😉

[@mikeydog1000]

Hey kiddo, Did you get bear spray? Or a gun?

[@johnsoutdooradventures3293]

Third?????🤣🤣🤣

[@manie9689]

👏👏👏👏👏✌🏼❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@robertscranton8293]

Hawaii is VERY.. un friendly... don't waste your time to go there...Hint: You have to be in the wild... to run into Wild animals..AND..you are Always safer when you are away from civilization.

[@ronaldseitz3677]

Start carry bear spray Your dog and you would have on chance with a bear It would be over in less than three minutes and the bear would win SO START CARRYING BEAR SPRAY NOW!!!!!

[@felixcat9455]

150th

[@roamingreckless]

😂😂😂

[@felixcat9455]

2000 Ohio and Kansas natives just unsubscribed lol

[@roamingreckless]

Hahahaahah

[@embr4065]

Kansas is really an amazing state. I love wide open spaces so I absolutely LOVE Kansas. Go hike the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, stop and see Keeper of the Plains in Wichita, see the Castle Rock badlands and Monument Rock. Go stand in the very middle of the continental USA. There is really more in Kansas than people think!!

[@Tommy-Eagle-USA]

It's a shame the gun laws in this country are wildly different depending on the state you're in, would be a simple solution.

[@evilangels61]

I get scared for you being a women out there all alone with your dog...the animals are a danger but a crazy psycho human could come across you and knows your alone..you can scream as loud as you want no one would hear you..especially while you are sleeping and woke up to someone...I think you should have something along side you to protect you ...a gun..a stung gun ..or something

[@larryhunter8245]

An Ausie is serious protection.

[@joelogger88]

Stay out of bear country.