Solo Car Camping w/ Hand Warmers for Heat | Winter Camping Off-Grid with SUV

[@TolbersCamping]

If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9)

[@kimlatham3809]

Amen. Spread the Gospel😊 Jesus is our only hope😊

[@markr.2233]

Amen

[@14456AOI]

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[@14456AOI]

​@kimlatham3809 If your not a Israelite Jesus didn't die for you. Matthew 15:24

[@HarolynAllison]

This is the day the lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it

[@MrMartinBoettcher]

Thank you so much, brother, for keeping us supplied with these. I am immobilized for more than 2 weeks already with various issues, cannot go outside, and rewatching your older clips and now enjoying this new one is so comforting for me. Only thing close has been the warm soups last days. Thank you for showing your new setup, I like it, all on board. Little overkill with the microwave and the light pole, but for testing..why not 😂. Thank you for showing me a part of Gods creation that I might never see in real live, as always a great virtual experience. God bless you, Matt ❤ Cheers from germany!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks bro, pray for your healing and recovery! Videos will be much more frequent now

[@Truechildofgod]

when you said "what am I doing with my life then zoomed in on the hand warmers I lost it that was Hilarious 😂 Good video man!!!! I pray God continue to protect you on all your traveling and your family!!!!

[@TolbersCamping]

I definitely had a moment in the car reflecting 😂 God bless you bro!

[@__NoName__1]

He didn’t zoom in

[@bonniecreevy2642]

I want to thank you for trying all the things you do. I’m working on my set up and have changed many things because of you. Love your channel!

[@blueskymeditationsleepstories]

Thank you for explaining how the animals see the shelter as I was feeling "cautious safe" before your common sense explanation. Great video Matt! 💙

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks 😁

[@Robin_Hood69]

Man your gadgets are amazing❤️ and you made your camping video feel so cozy and safe. Also love how you're sharing the message of Christ 🙏🏽 definitely subscribing.

[@Koalabears7777]

There were so many great parts to your video. I think one of your best videos! Your Durango looks amazing. Love the body style. Your light is amazing. I definitely think that microwaving in the forest is not common. Lol. That red light shining in the trees was terrifying. When you said what am I doing here them showed the hand warmers. Im still laughing and I have already watched the entire video. Best video I've seen in a while. May God bless you and keep you and may his smile shine upon your face.

[@shelbythe2ds526]

Happy to see you again Matt! Love the new vehicle!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Shelby!

[@rickypaul1482]

Why did you trade the van in?

[@TolbersCamping]

@@rickypaul1482 I explain in the video

[@dugger80]

So glad you’re back Matt!

[@Loulou-nj7ji]

Great video love all your new gadgets and your new vehicle so happy to see you back looking forward for your new adventure until then stay safe stay warm and God bless you my friend 🙏❤️✌🏼

[@telcobilly]

Good video. I like your chill gadget freak attitude. Ive done similar kinds of vehicle camping. I was in a fiberglass shell in Boulder Co around Christmas 2012 so I know all about trying to stay warm in a vehicle.

[@222rollover]

I’m happy for you 🎉 I like SUVs but without power brakes it would be difficult to stop for me because I’m a older lady. The flashlight is worth it too. Good luck.

[@LifeWithLeMaige]

Love the new whip! Stay blessed!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@geauxgrl6464]

Woo Hoo! Matt is camping. Thank you, Matt!😊😍

[@TolbersCamping]

I’ll be camping way more now 😁

[@tonyadouroux-qn8fo]

We used hand warmers camping before,,those are great memories i can never get back,,enjoy life,,sometimes it gets cut too short

[@alariaesculenta8177]

Really enjoyed seeing how you set up. I have a GMC Yukon XL which is very similar to your Durango and I play around with the seats to create a flat sleeping surface for two. I intend to get rid of all 4 back seats and build something. Great camp, love the lights and shelter is a fantastic idea when you just have a mini van. Really stoked to see you love the Lord, may He bless you and family, be with you always. God speed

[@darthmperator]

In the words of Rob "sick video bro".

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

So the right hand got wet from the tap so it covered the left side of the plastic camping table so now the left hand is open on the left side of the tv while akbar pay is cleaned by licking it Regards kiss my feet 😭

[@Truepk]

Sick video bro!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks bro!

[@perfectweather]

Great video, thanks 👍

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!

[@ellencritchettmanus831]

Thank you for being active again, Gbu n fam😍🙏

[@TolbersCamping]

God bless you!

[@lisak7997]

❤❤❤ the time lapse was 😍

[@TolbersCamping]

🌔 ⭐️

[@ExploringCanadaInfo]

This is one of my fav vids you've ever made.

[@newenglandfish1652]

Nice set up brother, and a great bunch of toys. The light was incredible, perfect addition to a campsite, the right amount of illumination.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!

[@leonardcroft1467]

Hey Matt Always Enjoy Your Camping Videos .. Nice to See U Back !!

[@TolbersCamping]

Hey Leonard! Many more videos coming soon 😁 Going camping with Joel on Sunday

[@joannaazar7396]

Hey Matt! Congratulations on your new van, looks great! Thanks for sharing . 😊

[@susantumblety6003]

Yay! Safe shelter!! So cozy!

[@TolbersCamping]

❤️

[@PeterP_777]

I always watch your videos right away. God bless you, Matt.

[@TolbersCamping]

God bless!

[@jo100]

Your Car Van 🚐, looks very very very Cool 😎😊👍, my Friend 😎😊👍

[@chadsworld5499]

I was hoping you would post a video tonight!, u made my night and i cant wait to watch it. And with the handwarmers they say the last 45 minute's on the package but when im outside with them they will last for hours half the time.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks bro and hope you enjoy it

[@ImSmacked28]

Another amazing video man you stay have me hooked all video love the reviews make me feel like I’m there with you

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and glad you enjoy them!

[@vickifeick8812]

I love the red microwave and would even consider going camping if I could bring one along. I have never been camping and would probably appreciate an easy way to heat up food and drink! God Bless and have a wonderful holiday season!

[@CoreyGervais]

Nothing says camping like a nice warm hungry man! Hoping to see a blizzard soon!

[@MellyMelBel]

Yayyyy great to see you out camping and that light is amazing! Your setup is very nice should serve well this winter. Enjoyed this video thank you

[@joelcandy]

You are a Hungary man Matt Tolbers.

[@Kat-x7k]

Little tip for your Gazelle. Loop a rope around each rib near the center top inside and get a weight or rocks to hold the center down. Thank me later. Also use rachet tie downs and doggie tie out stakes instead of regular. Almost lost mine twice in wind storms.

[@KevinNordstrom]

Looks like a good time, Matt. That Goal Zero light looks like a great piece of kit.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks bro! Did you change your logo? Looks sweet

[@KevinNordstrom]

@@TolbersCamping yeah I made it for merch and a channel logo

[@ScramjetNY]

I really enjoy your vids Matt and am glad I discovered your channel. Between your awesome vids and Kenny of All Trades vids I'm gaining an appreciation of Minnesota. It's one of the few states that I haven't visited yet and I definitely need to at some point. Cool gear and Durango too!

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and yeah Kenny is awesome, hopefully we’ll collab in the near future

[@elteescat]

You can see even more of Minnesota if you follow Joe and Zach Survival and Northern Seclusion (same guy, two channels.)

[@KennyOfAllTrades]

​@elteescat Hay, I know that Kenny of all trades guy!! I love the new ride Matt. Looks like you'll be able to get further in the forest with the 4 wheel drive.

[@TolbersCamping]

@@KennyOfAllTrades Thanks Kenny!

[@ScramjetNY]

@@TolbersCamping Collab with Kenny would be wicked cool Matt! Kenny is also adept at retrieving drones if they get caught in trees ;)

[@richroj]

that was great Matt, its been awhile. hopefully the next one is right around the corner 👍

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Rich and yeah me and Joel are going camping Sunday so video will be shorty after 😁

[@learntechwithruth2147]

Great video! I love the sky light. Interesting. Microwave in the woods. Who would’ve thought of that?

[@nancyjohnson2070]

Nice setup! I have the Gazelle T4 tent and love it. I use it for extra room off my van if the weather has rain in the forecast. Lots of nice camping gear I'll be looking at.

[@Steve-Goff]

You have about every gadget imaginable. LOL. That Goal Zero telescoping light is pretty sweet. I can see lots of uses for it

[@TolbersCamping]

I try to get the cool stuff, thanks for watching bro

[@VanventureswithKaia]

I really enjoyed watching this video

[@BryanBear1]

I love watching your videos here on KZbin Matt God bless you my brother in Christ. And have a Merry Christmas.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Bryan! God bless and Merry Christmas!

[@amyd1549]

Love the night sky vids as you slept!

[@arbaniteredman4082]

Made my friday. Woo hoo!

[@TolbersCamping]

❤️

[@jjart78]

You got a new sub Ty this was awesome.

[@sharonparkinson8769]

Thank you for the awesome video! I'm laying in bed trying to recover from Covid-19, and this video sure brought me some comfort.

[@TolbersCamping]

Praying for quick recovery!

[@heidikaminski7764]

Looks like your in the Sand Dunes state forest Matt!! Looks just like the same spot I camped at just 6 weeks ago. Great video. God bless

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks, God bless!

[@HarolynAllison-te7kq]

Durango is a good choice, i had one before, i am happy for you, God go with you. Holy cats that light looks like a bazooka.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks and yeah I like it 😁

[@HarolynAllison-te7kq]

@@TolbersCamping that is a very good idea to have a light that goes up that high, that might come in very handy if one gets in any sort of trouble, it may give someone an opportunity to find help if there is any chance that trouble may happen, the person has a way to be visable

[@JohnSmith-zm4mo]

How to say you’re scared of the dark without saying it… (forest gump voice) “ I have a 12 foot tall flood light, a head lamp light, a bright flashlight, a game camera with a light, in my car I’ve got string lights, hanging lights, cup holder lights…” just joking man, I love the video and I’ve got a light problem too! Lol

[@TolbersCamping]

lol I actually love being out in the dark by myself, I get a little high from it. All the lights really help with the ambiance and making the video look cool. That new 12 foot light is awesome though and will definitely be used a lot in upcoming adventures. Thanks for watching and God bless

[@bajrangi044]

Hello Matt ✋. You should do a Shed camping video in upcoming snowfall.

[@TolbersCamping]

Hey, I sold my house that had the shed. I will be doing a lot of cool cabin and tiny house videos coming up though.

[@joshakaoger69]

I upgraded to a sleeping bag big 5 had one hella cheap and swapped out one light for a better one too ... I only bring my jackery to plug in the pumps for air mattress got good jackets and Carhartt face shield hat things and gloves but temp doesn't get low like that here 😂 was 30 waking up once in a summer tent like nahhh I'ma go sleep in my car now

[@ko95]

16:40 sick beat!

[@TolbersCamping]

😁😂

[@Shereejennifer]

Merry Christmas ❄️ enjoy your channel. Jesus bless you and keep you.

[@TolbersCamping]

I’m glad you enjoy it and Merry Christmas!

[@adventuretrails1ato]

I like your new vehicle Choice Dodge durango. Kind of reminds me of my 1st gen. 2002 toyota sequoia . 4wd . Etc. Nice

[@nigelmcguire3931]

Love your videos, Matt! And despite all the great equipment and tech you have, truly enjoyed this hand warmer test lol. Did the hand warmer heat diminish throughout the night? And do you think this is a cost effective way to stay warm, compared to the other equipment you have? Appreciate you bro!

[@TolbersCamping]

They kept me very comfortable through most of the night, by morning only the 18 hour ones still had a little heat though. They definitely help but warmer sleeping bag would be the best option

[@bellasavadge1302]

Looking good. Another great video.

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks Bella

[@bellasavadge1302]

@@TolbersCamping your welcome. Hopefully you can make it to Pennsylvania and see some of our awesome mountains. God bless

[@HostileTerritory]

Awesome video man. Look forward to all your uploads. I wish you did more! But, I've got 4 kids and I struggle to get regular ones out lol Anyways, What gopro did you use for that night sky time lapse? I've got a gopro hero 9, that'd be awesome if it could do that!

[@TolbersCamping]

Videos will be much more frequent now! I used to GoPro 9 to film the night sky

[@Lledyl68]

Nice beat boxing 🌞😊

[@TolbersCamping]

😁😂

[@Mr_van]

아이폰 HDR촬영인가요? 화질이 너무 좋아요 ~^^ 잘보고 갑니다. 메리크리스마스 🎄🎄😊

[@beekind6267]

Hey Matt!! Happy Holidays!

[@elteescat]

I still think the red light lets you see into the trees way better.

[@phantp78]

I’m definitely hoping you get the Ford Transit Trail for your next vehicle.

[@TolbersCamping]

It’s definitely on my vision board 😁

[@Cancer66d-2s]

R u gonna give us any snow camping videos ???🥰🥰🥰

[@terrilane2973]

Nice bideo Matt

[@pamelawalley8638]

Keep safe

[@KingSolrac]

3:52 some of my weathertech shades don't fully fit the edge and let some light in but not that bad.. that's def a problem

[@MSWcryptoworker]

That tall light good for Burning Man

[@Roll2Videos]

Great video I like your content. How did you get the image in your description area for the marketing?

[@HarolynAllison-te7kq]

A very nice video

[@TolbersCamping]

Thanks!

[@__BURQLEE]

“They smell it but I don’t think they wanna come over here”

[@passivevii4052]

Miss cold winter nights and snow it gets chill here but not till January then by march its 80s again and meanwhile in December it’s still 60s and 70s

[@TolbersCamping]

Sounds like you live somewhere a little to warm lol

[@passivevii4052]

@@TolbersCamping yep NC almost SC

[@Forgehammer]

Throw a remote start unit in there. You can start the car and let her heat up right from your sleeping bag. I love the set up !

[@TolbersCamping]

Only plan to keep this car until spring so not worth it at this point. My next vehicle I definitely want auto start though

[@billyhighfill]

Stay warm brother🤜🏻🤛🏻. Jesus saves

[@kc0isw]

Should try car camping with electric blanket

[@milky1234123]

something to keep in mind next time dont make holes on the hungry man food it dries it out in micro. Just put it and cook as said and itll come out way better

[@nycmaverick]

Now I want a hungry man

[@TolbersCamping]

😂😋

[@jimbond5038]

I have a Routan and I'm thinking of switching to an SUV eventually. How do you like the Durango vs the minivans?

[@orianasewell1936]

Hey, i wanna take my kid camping this summer/spring and i wanna go far. So i'm thinking mircowave to make things a little easier on me. Can you tell me how it's running on ur battery unit? Especially running a 700watt one. I think thats what you have. Thanks

[@TolbersCamping]

I’d recommend getting a power station with at least 1000wh and 1000w inverter.

[@Freedom-kj5ef]

Did the hand warmers keep you warm all night?

[@jeffmiller3150]

Dude- you coulda had a HEMI!!

[@fasn279]

Hey Matt, what do you use to edit, I've been contemplating getting into vlogs

[@TolbersCamping]

I use LumaFusion as I edit on an iPad

[@terrygreg1988]

2 👍👍 up bro stay safe out there 🤞🥾🇺🇸🍼🐶🐕🦴🍗🍀🚛

[@Krusty1971]

When you were showing you had bear mace on your hip, I remember last year or the year before you were talking about getting your concealed carry permit so you could carry a firearm when you were out in the woods. Whatever happened with that?

[@TolbersCamping]

I got it and carried in many videos, unfortunately ex wife made a false accusation so I lost it temporarily. March 2025 I can get it again.

[@happyhong8779]

Insulation is important but hot water bottle 8s more important car camping in winter

[@vempriex]

It would be helpful for a better audio range or microphone. I can barely hear ya and when up close and personal I have to readjust my volume (just a suggestion)😁.

[@cobroproductions4248]

hey matt, why did you switch from a van to an suv style? seems like the van would be more spacious and comfortable. still looks super cool.

[@brettotte6470]

4 wheel drive

[@TolbersCamping]

I talk about it in the video

[@columbuscoltsfan]

Meet up with @Mav!!

[@MonicaHernandez-yn8ct]

Can you add a link for the microwave?

[@TolbersCamping]

www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-0-7-cu-ft-retro-compact-microwave-red/6448630.p?skuId=6448630&extStoreId=4&ref=212&loc=19594367730&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD-ORIgpFoG5nPytyHoWlTxtzibTB&gclid=CjwKCAiApuCrBhAuEiwA8VJ6JvMt_dI-bDE0dl_5-i9g1spHTXF9vlPusdzORmyzt5PJEHqcu8Yv0BoCaPUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@KP11520]

But, But, But... You never said if that PILE of warmers kept you warm enough for a GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP! LOL Or how much money was wasted or was worth it!

[@TolbersCamping]

Yeah waking up in the cold made me forget to talk about my experience lol. I ended up getting really good sleep. I slept like 10 hours which is really rare, especially while car camping. They helped keep me warm and comfy most of the night, by morning they were all dead except the 18hr ones which had a tiny bit of heat left. I say it’s definitely worth throwing some in your sleeping bag for that extra warmth and comfort, but don’t depend on them.

[@chuckbailey1918]

Where did you get that light?

[@TolbersCamping]

amzn.to/47OonHM

[@lqdxoni1]

bestbuy microwave how does it work ?

[@timschutte6924]

You definitely want to buy a microwave below 1500 watts. Keep it between 700 and a thousand watts. Not sure how many watts your red one is.

[@TolbersCamping]

It’s 700 watts but heated it up perfectly

[@jodywho6696]

I can see you want to be camping. I would not want to be anywhere near you. The lights are a little too much. Relax a little more. 😊

[@TolbersCamping]

This isn’t something you throw up 12 feet in the air and turn on the brightest setting in a small campground 😂

[@scottlesnau5550]

rear window shades are reversed. They are specific for each side of the vehicle.

[@TolbersCamping]

No they’re not, they are reversible depending on if you want to keep heat in or out. They were cut incorrectly and have new ones now

[@aciduck1027]

no more astro??

[@whollymary7406]

You should just stay in until the weather out side is a little warmer that way it doesn’t run such a hardship on you and you get to enjoy your warm sleeping bag cause what’s the point of going camping?

[@TolbersCamping]

Oh I love the cold weather, just wait until I do extreme cold camping

[@silvershireTG]

Just wondering what you are not scared of???

[@TolbersCamping]

Only God bro, rest is just noise

[@tonyboloni64]

God loves you Tolber, if you're scared of him, you deny yourself a full, complete relationship with him. PS: you're not in the woods alone. God is there with you. Peace brother.

[@tonyboloni64]

PS: I got the same Teton sleeping bag but in XXL Zero bag.

[@Durkata1]

The window covers are on the wrong side they are labeled

[@TolbersCamping]

No they are not, they are reversible depending on if you want to keep heat in or out. They were cut incorrectly and have new ones now