Small Town & Forest Camp -South Carolina VanLife 04/2021

[@TheKeenej]

Brian, FYI... they use the recycled oysters for renourishing the reef. They make big bundles and drop them overboard.

[@mamawanderlust6000]

That is interesting, thanks for sharing that.

[@saguaro2231]

Fool that I am (and being from the desert) I didn't realize oysters (love them; raw, just lemon juice and gratitude), bred this far south.....the 1000 yr. oak...breathed.....& one of my first historic heros was Francis Marian, the Swamp Fox......

[@MustyBastard]

also used as fertilizer and nutrients for plants commonly used in pot cultivation

[@shamrockgirl6595]

Am I the only 1 who hits 👍 b4 viewing?

[@JellyCatGaming]

NOPE

[@craigedwardsimko]

Yeah Nah

[@teneisha111]

Nope 😊

[@nitay8248]

Nope

[@wanderingmia4046]

I do to

[@timhill2849]

South Carolina is a very unique place on earth,. There is alot of History there. Love the old oak tree. Should had tied a yellow ribbon around it. Lol. The van looks great. More head room. Enjoyed the video. Stay safe and keep living the dream!!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

You seem to capture the best of every place you go. Thanks for having me along.

[@davidpierce4949]

Nothing beats the exquisite joy of a day of driving and arriving at a serene camp spot, a a campfire, and dinner. Mmmmm.

[@d0nproffitt216]

I moved from Myrtle Beach to Las Vegas five years ago your trip thru South Carolina made me think of a song I heard in Vietnam 52 years a go I got to get out of here if it's the last thing l ever do😎

[@mustangandfrankenstein]

Myrtle Beach sucks now

[@alanjohnson4018]

Brian- the towers were owned and used by the Forestry Service to look out for fires. Also SC is famous for many trees very close to the highways. Yes nice state to visit this time of year..Alan

[@AdventureVanMan]

Yes, although the towers are no longer used. The stairs have been dismantled many years back. ✌🏼

[@AuntieNique]

Welcome to South Carolina

[@AdventureVanMan]

Thank you!

[@jm4672]

Francis Marion Forest is so big it's got so many places to go and enjoy you have fishing rivers lakes everything it's so beautiful I was raised up in South Carolina glad you finally come to my hometown

[@sarahjamieson-bas6156]

Beautiful roads and streets. Just love all the trees! If that ol. Oak could talk... 1000 years watching us people come and go. Makes you realize how little time we have doesn't it.

[@Vhk1088]

The scene driving through the small town with the abundance of trees overhanging bring a sense of peace. Another great video as always

[@jorgejimenez8947]

The tire swing clip was awesome! Thanks for the history on the oak tree.

[@RemusKingOfRome]

AVM "I'm going to play on the swing! .." Kelly "... ok.. I'm going to vanish.." She returns later. :D

[@wakawaka5131]

Another epic video, fantastic editing and great music.Keep on truckin' Mr Vanman and we'll keep on watching. Happy trails.❤️

[@johnettew3957]

My in-laws were forest rangers who manned a lookout tower until their retirement and and it was soon after removed. I climbed it a few times. Rubber legs at the top. Mother-in law went up twice a day for her working hours.

[@JellyCatGaming]

Like the video guys it really helps out! I know Brian don't ask for it much but it really helps the algorithm. More people deserve to see this whole, genuine adventure van man!

[@bassomatic1871]

That oak tree survived Hurricane Hugo. Amazing.

[@boatdesigner12]

Tell us your thoughts in a broadcast on the difference between the van and your box van. Ride, handling,comfort, etc.

[@lori6709]

I love how appreciative you are of the beauty that exists out there, both natural and man-made. Such a peaceful vibe and I enjoyed every second. Thank you for sharing, Brian! ✌🏼

[@dannyburrell4014]

That little town was ground zero for Hurricane Hugo. There is an old school in town that shows the high water mark.

[@nitay8248]

Love it when I can pause the video and read the signs! I love history! Thanks!❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@nancylagoyda5337]

I have a special place in my heart for trees and that old Oak was amazing! Beautiful part of our country. Thanks for taking us along.

[@Snarge22]

Greetings Nancy, a little story for you regarding (future) old trees. My Dad's best buddy since kindergarten, they're both 86 now, has had some success planting Sequoia's on his property in NE Oregon. One is 15 feet high now and others are following. He want's people scratching their heads 150 years from now wondering who the heck planted those trees here! I think the idea is pretty cool, and those trees can be quite long lived as well.

[@Mity_Moose]

@@Snarge22 That is pretty cool. Best footprint ever.

[@65Adventures]

Really liking the look of the interior of your van Brian, especially liking the rounded corners of your wood trims & also the stain colours - makes it seem really warm. And that old oak tree was incredible, really amazing.

[@KennyLeeSundowners]

Hello, fellow van lifer. I put my solar panel on a piece of plywood with a long extension cord. That way I can park in the shade and put my panel in the sun.

[@jonthebru]

The Swamp Fox! I remember watching the Disney show when I was a kid. (Until I briefed myself on his history to write this, I did not know his character was played by Leslie Nielsen!)

[@unclelar819]

"Life's just a tire swing." - Jimmy Buffett. Thanks for the video, Brian!!!

[@thegamer6658]

I miss waking up watching these videos before school, used to watch you all the time then I forgot for awhile but I’m back now:) love the videos

[@uwdawn11]

Great soothing on the road music, laid back kinda guy with a calm voice, bugs, snakes, birds, coffee, the forest, great rig, small town, great video content. Goodness I enjoy your adventure material. I'm a glamper with my husband now that I'm retired but I'd be just as happy on the road! Continued good health and happiness to you and Kelly!

[@melaniemckay2270]

Love the South in spring time!

[@originalsixx]

Great video as always! I loved the old oak tree. Wouldn't have been able to resist that seafood restaurant tho...lol. Stay safe and thanks for sharing with us! 😊

[@peacefulliving6546]

Brian, I like how you and Kelly have your own space. Keeps the relationship spicy

[@martinhernandez6506]

Good morning Brian & Kellie, missed seeing Kellie. Another grand & informative video ! Beautiful surroundings & great campsite ! Tire swings bring back such good memories, keep smiling !

[@outofhere496]

You won’t be disappointed at T.W. Graham’s. Love this town. Your build out looks great.

[@susanstrickland6774]

A beautiful ride along. Love those old trees that hang over the road, and the history. SC is a beautiful state. Love going down Hwy 11, and the coast. Your new home looks comfy, and livable. Enjoyed. 😊👍

[@alvaradacosta293]

Thank you Brian ❤️. An may the forest be with you too 😊👍

[@leann4925]

I like your being back out on the road also. But I would have had a heart attach seeing that snake. Gee the Cardinal was beautiful. Gosh that was a big water way and loved the drone footage. The box van is so awesome and a great home. Enjoyed and thanks. Hi! Kelly and do take care.

[@wyattchapman3277]

The longer the video the better 👍🏽

[@johnettew3957]

Great Nature pics. We have a family of Cardinals nesting in one of our buildings. Babies hatched.

[@poopaswoof9922]

What a great way to start the day. Morning coffee and AVM. Enjoying your adventures.

[@tomf3713]

I’m always listening to Bluegrass when I’m in that area

[@katesinclair2645]

You're getting close to my neck of the woods. Hello from NC. Welcome. The towers are forest ranger fire towers. not open to public. Enjoy the forest it's a lovely one.

[@duane4972]

Good morning Brian and Kelly Those gourds @ 7:38 are for Martins, birds with a voracious appetite for mosquitoes. You'll see that kind of structure all through the south used as a natural defense against mosquitoes. The birds will be flying in the early evening when the mosquitoes come out, they put on a cool show swooping and darting around eating mosquitoes !!

[@KRoseB]

First glance I knew you were in Francis Marion. So beautiful! You can smell the conifers in the air. That whole area is amazing! Hope you get to see Lake Marion & Lake Moltrie.

[@Kymberly737]

Bryan, One of your best videos yet. I am loving Francis Marion National Forest near McClellanville, South Carolina it is absolutely beautiful. I hope you provided us with more fotage of the National Forest in your next video. Thanks again for sharing your life on the road with us, it is such a gift. Take care and be safe. Peace.

[@countingcoup]

Those times of the day when you can sit and listen to the bird songs and chatter…. Perfect! Also I believe that was a banded water snake, although at a first glance it has similar camoflauge as the copper head. Live it up!

[@michele2855]

Loved the drive. Lovely little town! The trees lining the road Thanks for taking me along 🥀🙂 Glad you got a great place to camp The music you used is terrific!

[@AdventureVanMan]

Thank you!

[@ruthanderson1758]

Playing on the tire swing - just a big kid. I agree, those old trees hanging over the road are gorgeous and the Spanish moss just adds to the charm, not to mention the beautiful Bougainvillea plants (I think that's what those pink flowering bushes are).

[@joharmon2148]

Just love old towns that are loved by the folks that live in them what a beautiful place. Enjoy your 14 days.

[@carolwengel4640]

McClellanville is a beautiful little town, love the river shots. Definitely a place to visit. Thanks for all your videos! God bless you 🙏

[@glennhumann8142]

Did not know..that oak trees can live that long..happy to say, I know now, that they can..thanks for sharing Brian! 🌳🌳🌳

[@jennyhackenberg3790]

I don't comment often on your videos but I wanted to let you know I enjoy your videos so much. I look forward to each and every one of them.

[@TexCynRVLife]

Looks like you are quite comfortably settled in the box van now. Neat area for camping too. Made me feel calm. Enjoy the serenity 🤞

[@davidpierce4949]

I lived in Myrtle Beach in mid-70's. Passing through Francis Marion N.F. one night driving to see girlfriend in Charleston, a cougar ran across the road in front of me. A memory!

[@fvw88]

That was the most Champion of Breakfasts...mouthwatering!

[@traveltimewithtim3512]

I’ll be driving by there tomorrow on US 17 headed from Myrtle Beach delivering to some Honda dealerships. I’ll wave on the way by.

[@danielc.2042]

Strip clubs are right there on the right after you cross into South Carolina. Lol I’ve spent a lot of time working in Savannah, Bluffton and Hilton Head.

[@mustangandfrankenstein]

Hell yeah we stopped to them before had a great time and finished our journey to myrtle.i wish I'd stayed there..lol

[@jeffreyengland7856]

That breakfast sandwich looked 🔥🔥

[@Newbeginnings4TyGrr]

Love all the wildlife and bird sounds. 😀

[@claremaidofthewave251]

Just loved being taken along on your adventure today, the twig caterpillar 👀! Great camp together 🤩.

[@stephenolaughlin6595]

As much as I enjoy all of your videos & appreciate seeing your new vans/homes or temp jobs. This was a terrific travel video loved the drone shots & musical interludes. Thanks again Brian for all you do.✌️

[@jenniferrae6646]

Gosh, what an awesome spot! Beautiful surroundings. Looked very relaxing. So pleased for you both that you can find free places such as this on your travels. Your truck looks great Brian. You've done a fantastic job. 🚚 . 🤗🚐🌏

[@russpost2557]

It just amazes me Brian how you are able to find such good free camping spots .... A cook book and how to find camping spots would be great but then your secrets would be exposed .

[@stunmi]

Thanks for the videos and safe travels to you both 😁

[@xpresident]

Your videos are so well done and peaceful. Really enjoy following your travels. Thanks

[@PostcardsfromSouthCarolina]

Welcome to my neck of the woods! I live about an hour SW of where you are in Goose Creek. Love listening to the bird calls and the serenity of the National Forest ...but be glad you're visiting SC before mosquito season and the heat & humidity of summer arrive! Enjoy and don't miss out on getting some McClellanville seafood while you're here.

[@maryjomorra2865]

You've had such a wonderful transition and blessed by so many good people to help you. That was so heartwarming to see and feel. So good to be on the road again! Love traveling and seeing new places with ya. Thanks for showing us the Beautiful places on the East Coast! Your van is so nicel! Nice Step Up, and looks more relaxing and comfortable. Thanks for sharing! See ya next time😍😁

[@bosse641]

What a lovely little town that is.

[@kennethhudson8013]

That looked like a copperhead snake, man! Very poisonous!

[@kitaoden703]

Amazing Day ❤️❤️ the oak tree and tire swing welcome back to nature's best

[@kristineshields6005]

What kind of snake was that? It had beautiful colors. That twig caterpillar was amazing.

[@teneisha111]

You sir are living the best life, I love your new truck and set up 👍🏾

[@nofear2trek]

It’s alway seems to be a good idea to pitch a small tent at the campsite, it seems to calm the locals that get nervous when van dwellers show up and move in for a while.

[@dpl2617]

Honestly who cares what the locals think. They are either friendly or not, doubt a tent will make the difference.

[@mikejenkins4598]

There is much debate on age of these giant Live Oaks. They used to say Treaty Oak in Jacksonville Florida was 800 to 1000 years old but now some experts claim only 400 or so years.all I know is Treaty Oak would dwarf that Oak ! Great video.

[@roberttangen2942]

Love the stick like caterpillar. Was that snake a viper of some sort. It was hard to tell but he did seem to have the triangle shaped head that all vipers have.

[@pamwithrow3771]

That was a copperhead! A very venomous dangerous snake!

[@AdventureVanMan]

Not a copperhead. Round pupils and no ‘pit’. Common water snake or corn snake.

[@pamwithrow3771]

My apologies...I see that now! I just glanced at first...ewww LoL!

[@mobiltec]

I didn't see the stove go in to your van build and I just noticed your huge water container/filter. Would love to have you go through those and other items installed in your truck.

[@DavidMartin369]

So peaceful. Loved all the creatures making a cameo. Camp life is indeed very good!

[@puppytoes6241]

The sounds at the campground are soothing.

[@carolinacruzer1842]

Welcome to my home state! Enjoy! I love the campground there was the first place I stayed during covid lockdown Last year

[@onoffservo]

Thank you so much Brian. Your videos bring so much joy into my life. Your an amazing person. So keep up the good work.

[@Snarge22]

That is some flat country Brian. When I was a kid in the mountains and forests of NE Oregon we'd snowmobile to Forest Service fire towers. Their perimeter observation decks were open at the time (1970's) in the middle of winter. We'd make a point of being at one for lunch, climb to the top and eat there with outstanding views.

[@jimcarter4929]

Hey I think I saw a screen door. Van is looking good. You need to do update at some points of likes/dislikes of new setup. Beautiful camp spot, bet you wouldn't want to be there in hurricane season.

[@Morongobill]

Idyllic is the best way to describe the Francis Marion camp.

[@jasonborn867]

A positive attitude really helps sell content and you nailed it on this video, Brian. Glad to see you enjoying the new van and Carolina adventures. Awesome scenery and that 1,000 year old oak was impressive. Look forward to your next video!

[@KatandzR]

I live an hour from there, I camp all winter long down that way... so beautiful. ☺

[@jimmasters7878]

All right work Kelly at you can't be going nowhere without her

[@mohdfiruzmohdfiruz2501]

Very nice and beautiful town! Peaceful camp ground! Stay safe! Peace bro !

[@beach3girl459]

"Life is just a tire swing"...Jimmy Buffet

[@Scorpiomary]

Oak tree looked like a guardian tree. What makes a guardian tree? When two or more trees grow together. This oak also looked like a healer tree. Hug, or I like to put my back on them to. Feel good energies. I also ask for their blessings. There was a woman I am sure I shared before, she talked about asking a tree that was dyeing if they found me worthy, I would love them to share with me what they have viewed and experienced through the eons. Beautiful vlog. 👋 hi Kelley. 😎 Blessings. Peace.

[@theadventuresofallenandtheresa]

we are right behind yall. We were in Savannah yesterday....will check out charleston and this gem of a campground later this week!

[@esincl52]

Welcome to South Carolina!!!! Y'all have a great time while you're here!!!!

[@TerryX2Explore]

Love your videos! Feels like you let us come along and enjoy the adventures with you. That is how we try to make our videos too. I like to feel like we are a part of the adventure and we want that for our viewers as well. Everything is so nice and green!! Those big trees are so amazing.... Wow, that looks like a high one - the view must be breathtaking. (Oh, you showed us the view!) Cool. I love climbing those towers! You found a beautiful spot!! So relaxing at camp! Thanks for letting us come with you!!

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

Fantastic video Brian! It has everything- drone shots, great music, you on the tire swing (who could resist?), birds, bugs, mouthwatering food. What a life! However, you were too close to that snake. BTW, I don’t know the name but there’s a fuzzy caterpillar that will hurt you bad if you pick it up.

[@bertgarris4417]

Brain, Welcome to South Carolina. I live in the western part of the SC near the foothills of the mountains. Very beautiful state to visit. McClellanville is very close to ground zero of Hurricane Hugo. A lot of damage was sustained along the coastline. Even damage 175 miles inland to Hickory NC. Devastation everywhere. The state has long turn a page and back to its true beauty.

[@patrickjobling8676]

Excellent report mr brians ..sausages = snaggs ..or bangers .. bush talk ..😍😎😁pip pips and carryon pilgrims

[@albertarose1433]

Lovely vlog thank you Brian. Loved the birdsong at camp and 🐛 the bugs and the drone footage of the aerial views. So pretty in that area. Happy camping for two weeks before you head back to work!

[@MSSchub]

Excellent video. Loved seeing the simple things, driving down the country roads, the forests, and the quietness. Also, I enjoyed seeing the cooking process and the boiling water for coffee. Simple fun life. Watching from Louisiana gulf coast.

[@cheddar2848]

You look so comfy in your box truck, and that was a beautiful snake especially the color it has.

[@Medliving]

Hey Brian, seen all your videos, that was one of my favourites. Love the signs, the old tree, the back roads, etc. You’re my favourite van life you tuber by far. Most others annoy me quite frankly. Most are dumb kids just trying to monetize their channels. I like how you produce content to help support your nomad life and actually do and emphasize what’s important.. Freedom, travel, meeting people and seeing things, being in nature, exercise and health. Most of the others are all about click bait and aren’t really doing it for what it( nomad life) should be about. Keep it up and thanks, enjoying living the journey thru you....

[@glamperjan]

You did a great job on the Van build Brian! I Enjoy your videos!

[@doreenolson129]

A really nice video. I love all the views. That old oak was something. Nice campground and all the critters around. Have fun exploring the area.

[@richwood7960]

Another interesting video I watched twice. Keep em coming Brian. 🌝

[@AdventureVanMan]

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