🌧Solo Car Camping during a RAIN Storm! (First time using the Tarp) Van Life

[@David-og3bf]

Awesome video, loved the scripture about the rain!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks bro!

[@willothewispl]

And yes Steve love the scripture. Makes everything better.

[@TolbersCamping]

My names Matt but I agree 😁

[@willothewispl]

@@TolbersCamping I sincerely apologize about getting your name wrong Matt. Well I am glad that no harm came to you. That is scary.

[@dfros1957]

Nice video, It great that you pick up trash . I love camping in the rain 🌧️. It is so relaxing. I also love that you put some scripture in your video. Thank you for sharing ☺️

[@TolbersCamping]

Camping in the rain is the best 😀 Thanks

[@wyodutch7992]

Amen Brother

[@hjamesayashi1590]

I believe the wood you used for your fire was fatwood which contains pine sap, we used fatwood as fire starter and not for actually burning.

[@TolbersCamping]

Makes sense thanks! I’ll use it to starts fires, but not for cooking or boiling water

[@zilla5142]

You are 100% correct. That's why people dont burn pine in their fireplaces. Sticky soot mess in fireplace stacks. Dont cook over it. Ok to burn in fire pit to watch and look at.

[@TolbersCamping]

@@zilla5142 thanks! The more you know 😂

[@cheekseparator]

Never heard anyone use it's actual name always a slang version. Ex. I call it lighter knot🤷

[@lukey139]

Very nice, I like this steve Wallis style of camping!

[@equality4all]

Light rain, candles, privacy and nature. Sounds like u made your own little Heaven.

[@TolbersCamping]

Amen 😀

[@debbies6192]

I like it that all of your belongings just pack away into boxes as if they never were there. Awesome.

[@terry362]

Your video was so comforting. 💚🇬🇧💚

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Terry, glad you enjoyed!

[@Regina0964]

Hunker Down with Steve and of course crazy Neighbor.. great camp you found, love them frogs at night, always puts me out, I'm a solo female camper, love the outdoors..

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Regina and I agree the frogs are a great substitute for the sound of rain. Keep having fun out there 😀

[@pattyann7803]

Just sunned. Love your minimalist camping. Love that you enjoy the peace and sounds of nature. Scripture piece really drew me in. These are all things I can definitely support. Thanks for sharing.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and God bless

[@narong1204]

Thats the best type of van for this, “stow and go” seats

[@fatzmalone5705]

The sticks your using are Fat wood sticks. Made for fire starting and are full of resin. Not meant to be cooking on just for starting the fire more easily. That's what was causing all the soot you were seeing. Great video.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks so much, glad I know now 😂

[@ryansessions6278]

they may not have chemicals in those sticks...usually they are pine wood and the natural sap burns really hot and with black smoke....pine is great for starting fires but definitely wouldn't solely use it for a campfire

[@jazzman5598]

Fine vid Brother. GBU!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks, God bless!

[@PaulaAllenPaulasPlace]

Those just at hot water meals taste pretty good. Saves on clean up.

[@TolbersCamping]

Totally agree

[@BEV0323]

Great video, love the bible verses, they're really encouraging. Nice set up, great ideas! 👍🌧

[@lindamarie6574]

smores and rain, 2 of my favorite things lol

[@TolbersCamping]

Right 😀

[@TheBanjonoah]

Nice video and I enjoy the channel. A tip I learned to reduce soot on your pot when cooking over a real fire is to rub the outside of the pot with some dish soap. The slightest film coating of dish soap on the outside, don't overdo it. After your cook and when the pot cools, take a paper towel and it (most of it) will come right off. Again, not perfect as you will get a little bit of soot remaining but it gets rid of a majority. I keep a super small bottle in my kit for when I car camp (if I am cooking over a fire). Cheers!!!

[@sherrylovenguth657]

Love the simplicity!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Sherry, I enjoy a quick easy setup

[@brendaolvera9392]

Love your videos and especially the Bible verse God Bless You!!!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks, God bless

[@Tracywhited2]

Little tip. Rub the bottom of your pan with a sliver of soap and when it turns black from the fire it will wipe right off.

[@lindawilson4625]

Love how you leave the place better than you found it by picking up the trash of others. That's how I was raised to camp!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Linda and yeah it feels good to make a small difference

[@Curt100]

Your channel is growing on me! Keep up the great work!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks ♥️

[@laptop9441]

I cook light meals and coffee and tea when it's not raining outside. I keep fresh fruits and vegetables up on top the car I made a basket from plastic mesh. Handy. Black curtains very nice for sleeping

[@angelpearce]

1st time watching. I love the picking up trash idea 😊 Nice to see the word of God acknowledging His creation. Your van looks very cozy. 🦋

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks so much Angel!

[@kimroe2550]

I REALLY ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS. A COUPLE OF THINGS. 1 TAKE YOUR PANELS OFF THE WINDOWS BEFORE YOU OPEN THE DOOR JUST IN CASE. 2 YOU NEED TO PUT A GUARD OVER THAT WINDOW YOU ARE RUNNING YOUR EXHAST OUT SOMEONE CAN GET IN THERE. ALSO FILM MORE OF YOUR NIGHT TIME INSIDE THE VAN AT BEDTIME ESPECIALLY DURING RAIN OR STORMS. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. STAY SAFE.

[@karena.williams4945]

I love hearing the sound of those raindrops!

[@TolbersCamping]

One of the most relaxing sounds out there 😀

[@dorisweems1510]

Camping in the rain, nothing beats it, and s'mores to boot, wow.

[@beatricebritt347]

Great idea to pickup trash,thanks ur the best.

[@TolbersCamping]

I’m honestly excited to pick up 40 pieces at next spot. I just gotta remember to bring some gloves lol

[@mendyr1699]

Love me some Steve! Yet another great video and the candle makes it so relaxing.

[@chefhitsdafan6457]

Just use foil and wrap the cup when using wood. So you don’t have soot on the actual cup

[@CustCareRep]

Nice touches: buzz cut 5:50, blue eyes 6:10, background music and drone footage 25:39, privacy covers 15:30, trash pickup 24:54, Bible quotes 18:39, 25:51. Well done.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!! 😀

[@fletanettervile5772]

Looks like you have a pretty neat setup. Nice. I love that Bible verse. Also like your pretty cup.☺️ You stay safe when you're out there, and may the LORD protect you, in Jesus name.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Fleta!

[@ruthnewton5054]

love the verse!

[@Coolcatwinx]

That was an enjoyable video! You always have such a lovely ambiance set up in your van. Love the cup your wife made for you! Thanks as always for sharing your adventures! God Bless

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Sarah, appreciate your kind words as always. God bless!

[@bigburgundy3048]

Love the homage paid to our guy Steve Wallis 😊

[@TolbersCamping]

😁

[@marliesyanke4580]

So cozy in the rain and love the sound. Thank you for sharing.

[@annettemorales5517]

I would be in the bed, drinking coffee and listening to the rain. I love the nuance inside the van

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and coffee and rain are the best

[@carliw6023]

Giving me camping fever! The scriptures are an especially nice touch! Thanks for allowing us to accompany you on your adventures!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Carli!

[@tommymacias5434]

Oh my goodness Mr Tolbert new subscriber catching up on older videos you are awesome the quotes you post are amazing thank you Jesus picking up trash 🗑️ you’re so cool 😎 have not stopped watching your videos thank you so much 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Tommy! Wish everyone would go back and watch my older videos

[@marliesyanke4580]

Everyone is doing it Mav's way. Smart.

[@TolbersCamping]

Camping in a vehicle, or what part? He lives about an hour from me

[@beautifulrelaxingmusic92]

I drew a tent next to the waterfall and the heavy rain is amazing. I feel good to hear the sound of rain after a long time. 👍 👍

[@MikeWD9JJV]

I leave the back right seat up, put the cot on the left behind the drivers seat. That gives you all the storage room you need under the cot. Get one of those small 2x2 folding tables and put it behind the front passenger seat to cook on. Check out those solar "Lucy" lights.

[@TolbersCamping]

Yeah I do that sometimes to. I do need to get a 2x2, it’s on my list.

[@greenacresmom51]

This is my first time watching your videos. I like your simplicity. So peaceful and I too love the scripture you included. I subscribed!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Marilyn

[@chefhitsdafan6457]

Noooice!!! Set up

[@cherannretiredgran68]

What a nice and relaxing trip. I'm down right now with shingles. This helped me get my mind off what I'm not getting done. Like your simple no build build. And cleaning up. Leaving the area the same or even better than when arriving. God bless. 🙌

[@TolbersCamping]

Get better and God bless!

[@marliesyanke4580]

Cheryl So sorry to go thru the shingles pain. I hope you heal well soon.

[@sondrajohnson2564]

That coffee filter set up is amazing as well as the mini cooking fire. I have never cared for dragging around all the fuel canisters. There is another great coffee product from my home Seattle region: Bean & Bean Coffee Roasters. Grounds in own bag. You just add hot water and steep. Like how your car is set up!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Sondra

[@Bobby8451]

Lmao at 0:57! Look like a scene straight out of the movies. Lol 😆 🤣

[@ritaruff9696]

Pine starter wood has a natural pitch in it. Not any chemicals added. We only use pine to get fires started quickly and we add different oak wood to heat and cook with. Won’t hurt you but the taste of pine is not as pleasant as the pine smell.

[@leonardcroft1467]

Another Enjoyable Video !! Thanks

[@willothewispl]

Steve I think that is lovely to have the rain and the solitude out there. On any of your campouts had anyone ever bothered you camping right off the road like that. I am planning on doing some camping like that. I just love the idea of it. Purchading a few things here and therecto make more cozy.

[@TolbersCamping]

No one has bothered me, but there was one time where some guys seemed like they were going to try and rob me

[@shannondipity]

I like the Steve Wallis shirt!!!! Funny guy 🤭

[@rebeccamackey4878]

good for you nice job !!

[@theresalally1620]

👍🏼very nice b safe on your adventures 🙌🏼🙏🏻

[@badanxiety6886]

The only KZbin video i watched before sleeps. Greetings from indonesia

[@jhaycamp4797]

Handsome camper ❤

[@grayokieh5297]

Good video. Nice way to set up your van. And what better way to have a morning cup of coffee? Sometimes people need to get away from town and enjoy the woods.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and so true!

[@joannharden8867]

Cool video. I love Steve Wallis 😎 good scripture 😇

[@ilkersensoz855]

really nice video!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!

[@slickslabmcknabful]

I approve of the shirt.

[@lifemyway200]

Love that you pick up trash! Ya i wouldn't be comfy on a camping mat alone. Even if you dont want to give up space with a permanent cot, maybe a trifold mattress would work. Could get it out of the way during the day. Nice video; new sub!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Cindy and yeah I’ll be getting a much more comfortable setup soon 😀

[@joeheid4757]

Wow. This plus Mav and Steve in the same night!!?? Oh golly!

[@TolbersCamping]

Bro I was pumped to watch both of there’s today also! 😀

[@sharoneyler5916]

Use dish soap on out sides of pan when using over fire ..easy to clean off ....scouting trick

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Sharon

[@adventureseeking]

Love this, thanks for sharing. Your t-shirt is from the GOAT. Love it!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks lol

[@allinkedupalways4163]

I think van camping would be so fun!

[@TolbersCamping]

So fun

[@terrydavis5223]

Really enjoyed your podcast. Nice camping set up. Loved the tarp in the rain. Especially liked the scriptures. How cool to see your service project to clean up after yourself and other people! Keep up the Good Work! Liked and Subscribed. May God continue to richly Bless you.

[@mawmawvee]

Love the intro music!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!

[@gracecallowayable]

Awesome!!!👠🚌👠

[@bajrangi044]

I miss your friend Joel. He is a very funny guy Can't wait for him to join you in the upcoming adventures

[@TolbersCamping]

We have some fun stuff planned in June 😁

[@joelcandy]

Dont Worry I will Be BACK!!!!

[@Nathan-ev9he]

Thank you for sharing once again your experiences with us, really inspiring 🙌 Take care man, god bless you 🙏

[@valerief1231]

I love when you walked out in the road with your food “yeah Buddy, I’m eating smores and they are delicious” ok, well no one here to brag to, back to my wonderful candle and freeze dried dinner!

[@wittikko]

Yeah really liking your drone footage/perspectives...I just bought the mini 3, you're inspirining me to start a YT channel too!

[@TolbersCamping]

I love drones! Got my part 107 pretty recently and plan to keep improving. I still have the mini 2 but that mini 3 will be epic! I plan to get a mini 3 and a mavic 3 later this year. You should definitely start a KZbin channel

[@elizabethcortez6620]

Nice set up…. Love your T-shirt!

[@charlesdecload4980]

I love when he wear that bears spray hihihi

[@zoider50]

Always dig your videos man.

[@SaritaDevi-uh1fh]

The forest reminds me of the movie Blair witch project lol nice video

[@TolbersCamping]

😂

[@aaimashah1975]

Nyc simple adventure but I love the little coffee stove...stay Blessed Bro

[@TolbersCamping]

♥️

[@aaimashah1975]

@@TolbersCamping honoured

[@NaturesDisciples]

Camping with people is good for bonding, building and maintaining a healthy relationship. Camping alone is good for spiritual purposes, to work on your self, meditate and separate yourself from anything toxic your trying to eliminate from your life.

[@TolbersCamping]

Spot on bro, one of the best comments I’ve read.

[@jessonang3594]

That stick wood seems got marinated with a kerosine to make more flamable reason for that dark smoke

[@jamiedurkin7755]

Looking to get a van for camping looks fun ty for sharing the adventure!

[@TolbersCamping]

You definitely should 😀

[@laptop9441]

I live in my car in the tropics Msia. Weather's lovely eg we cannot die because of the cold. But mosquitoes can be a problem So I have a mosquito netting drilled into all the windows A second layer glass for rain and a third metal mesh drilled Against criminals. Then I have a portable stove

[@sharonrice8255]

Instant Folgers is surprising good. I was thinking that mattress didn’t look comfy, you finally mentioned it wasn’t.

[@TolbersCamping]

Normally it’s comfortable enough without a mattress during the winter as the sleeping bag is thicker, but now with the super thin summer sleeping bag it’s not. I have a 3” camping mattress I will using in my next video so I should be very comfortable 😀

[@beverlyhendricks9456]

If you trim your candle wick; it won’t smoke as much and get in the ceiling.

[@kenmerriman4112]

nice knife three !!!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks

[@kiddingaroundranch6263]

Nice hunker down shirt! I hope Steve see this video.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and that would be sweet!

[@montanajohn4626]

Matt, you should try MRE's. They have come along way since the Vietnam War. And yes.... I am binge watching 😁😁😁😁😁

[@TolbersCamping]

I Definitely will 😀 I have tried a tiny bit of my buddies but I’m going to order some soon

[@sellner8253]

How in the world do you get the drone footage while driving?

[@doublea9701]

awesome channel wish I found it earlier

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks 😀

[@kimberlypofahl1832]

I have a small wood stove similar to yours. I've found a few peices of charcoal work much better.

[@mawmawvee]

Is the wood you bought called, fat wood? If so, that's pine with a lot of resin in it and that's why it's used to start fires instead of other things people use such as birch bark fibers, etc. Perhaps the bricks could be used to make a fire pit? Any brick chips could be put in as a base for the fire? Just some thoughts. Keep a pack of gloves in your car. They are handy to have if needed, for a lot of things.

[@TolbersCamping]

Yeah I learned my lesson, thanks!

[@mawmawvee]

@@TolbersCamping Gloves could be of assistance in case you would come across an accident, with injured people, as well.

[@caseyharris18]

Nice vid and shirt. Like that Steve Wallis support!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Casey!

[@curmudgeonextraordinaire1884]

I would probably just go with instant coffee. No muss, no fuss. Tastes pretty good too.

[@kylefromwisco]

Hunker down Mr Steve Wallis

[@Campg8r]

Goggle fat wood that will explain the box of wood sticks you used, keep up the adventures

[@someonesprincess3]

awesome 👍🏼👍🏼

[@knight8821]

old couch cushions are the best! for car camping man check it out. go get you a $20 yard sale couch and just take home the cushions.

[@jeremycrowe4693]

Its fat wood. Its good to shave some just to start the fire. Its full or packed with a natural fire starter similar to terpentine.

[@franklinbarkerjr.801]

It’s pine tar or pine sap. Burns hot leaves ash everywhere. The pine also is not a great flavor pick up some hardwood as well. Oak pecan mesquite each has a flavor profile

[@allinkedupalways4163]

Gosh what an adventure!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!