Surviving a POLAR VORTEX in a Van! | Record-Breaking Blizzard Camping Through a Snow Hurricane

[@Bum_Hip]

Forgetting your snow pants is a great way to get out of schlepping through that storm.

[@deenasmusicbox]

lol…sounds like a little pre-planned sus to me…😂😂😂

[@dreamboards1056]

Spoiler alert, when the snow melts they find a pair of women's snow pants right next where the van was.

[@lori6037]

New girlfriend looks like the old girlfriend. I’m guessing he’s got a type he likes 😂

[@Bum_Hip]

@ I thought that was the same girl.

[@drshelkie4153]

Gonna have to remember THAT ONE!

[@Sarah-xw2ff]

Folks watching, always dig out your tailpipe area in heavy snow. Huge safety concern.

[@SpotTheBorgCat]

That's what I was worried about. CO2 poisoning.

[@joshdevdoss9041]

I don't think they use their engine to heat themselves up. They probably have a diesel heater that has another exhaust pipe or an electric heater.

[@Secko1Secko]

I would keep metal hose i could attach & run it high

[@teresa-kurtolander9579]

@@joshdevdoss9041. Still…..for the sake of instruction

[@OverlandOne]

​@@SpotTheBorgCatYou mean CO, carbon monoxide. Fortunately for me, I use a diesel heater that sits outside my van. I do not run my engine for heat ever. Last winter it was -6F for 6 nights straight and I was very happy to have that diesel heater.

[@Ladywolf2263]

Another helpful hint … use a tarp or open a yard waste plastic bag and put it over your windshield. Saves lots of time

[@Sailor376also]

Snow is an excellent thermal insulator. One of the warmest, quietest nights I ever spent in a tent it snowed about a foot. Covered everything. I had to make sure the tent remained vented, but even with a bit of fresh cold air coming in, the interior of the tent warmed to 50 or 55F,, and quiet,, utter silence. Didn't even go out the next morning, took the day off and read. Let the sun burn most of it off. Second night just as warm, packed up the next day.

[@ThatsabigfatNo]

That sounds wonderful… I love the quietness snow brings ❄️

[@GBelly-tf9sq]

I think Nanook was onto this as well.

[@JohnHenry2420]

Sold my house in so cal and moved up there that park is about a half hour down the road from me and they get a shitload of snow......Its about 20 outside here and have the woodstove stocked with oak.Nothing beats the silence of living in the mountains...

[@iRunfastXC]

You sold that house you showed in the videos? Dang…

[@GamingWithHybrid]

Lucky lucky ! It's been over a decade since I saw snow and it's not even like the one in this video

[@kaaronhudson8112]

That was dumb

[@LilyGazou]

👍 cozy fire, stacks of books and art supplies. Perfect winter life.

[@kimmmaknerhof3328]

Stay weather worthy, keep healthy and strong, and you'll live on to survive many more years of challenging storms! Most of all, stay blessed !!😊

[@marquismaintenance]

"HUNKER DOWN" !!!! Famous words from Steve Wallis😃

[@clydechaffee9399]

And they did Step #2😅

[@loralou-djflowerdove]

Step 1: Shovel 5,000 feet of snow....😂

[@filobetobaby]

Finally, someone using the only suitable shovel for winter travel. A grain scoop. Most off-gridder's have ridiculous little flat kid shovels. I applaud you 😊

[@CsakEn-pl7uv]

Heart attack shovel. I bet his hands were pumped

[@patrickpalmer4691]

A little tip. Don't leave stuff lying flat on the snow. They'll get buried. Stick them into the snow one end down. Also, chain up before the snow hits. Conserve your energy. Get lots of sleep and drink plenty of liquids.

[@heiditownsend3498]

Yeppers. Always. TY

[@TinyLiving]

I am SO glad you decided not to go out solo thru the deep snow in a record-breaking storm. SMART! Thank you for not putting clickbait ahead of your life!!! Kudos

[@freddie.rhodesr9984]

@Tinyliving- that’s why his channel is one of not the best. ❤

[@freddie.rhodesr9984]

Oops I meant the best

[@mkt6060]

Right, and even more shocking was he had decided to leave his snowshoes behind and try to hike up the mountain postholing through the snow. That is ... exactly the wrong way to try to hike in winter. You can't walk very far before getting exhausted. Fortunately it looks like he soon realized what a bad idea the whole thing was and turned around.

[@Alji3dom]

Lovely natured people. Love your videos much appreciated from Skipton England.

[@Dennis_J._Aitken]

Must be so hard being stuck with such a beautiful lady! LOL I am in Wisconsin 12/8/24 and it is a balmy 44º @ 19:00 CDT I am watching your situation and shivering inside my computer room. You have such a great smile and attitude throughout this. The snow is as tall as you are.

[@bcsurvivor4713]

Sure she didn't forget her snow pants on purpose?? Cause I would have. She didn't look disappointed about it either.

[@TheAMMOBEAR615]

Omg shes so freaking cute 🥰

[@jasonholoubek8596]

That's she is

[@HIOP0]

What a m0r0n.

[@weekendnomad5038]

I would never be able to shovel all of that snow . Very impressive 😮

[@catbee1452]

He hiked, shoveled snow over and over, put chains on and now he's cooking? All with a smile on his face...OMG, I can't even imagine someone doing that for me, for us.

[@nunyabusiness1999]

Catbee1452 I saw her doing a lot of the cooking 🤔

[@catbee1452]

@@nunyabusiness1999 Cooking is easy.

[@brianjohnsadventure]

Wow man. That is just an absolutely ridiculous amount of snow. I feel like I’ve watched at least most of your videos and I don’t think that it’s that often that you actually admit that you’re nervous. This must’ve been a truly incredible amount of snow. And what a workoutwow.

[@Wacky_Whimsy]

When Everest says it's the worst winter storm he has ever been through, that's how you KNOW it's bad before you even see it! That was bonkers!!

[@kimmberlie573]

Let the adventures begin! Your extreme winter adventures are always the best. Fantastic video! Stay warm and safe.

[@jivos1]

I got stuck in Tahoe Donner a few years back ... more than 6 feet of snow in a weekend just before Christmas. When we shoveled the driveway, we were tossing it out well over our heads. A canyon of snow. Higher than the roof of a Chevy suburban. Snow nearly covered the tops of street signs. Snow covered the windows in the house... a house that was already 3 feet or more off the ground. Beautiful to look at. But an enormous amount of work to shovel. Took more than a day for the plows to show up on our street.

[@pinkmagiclala]

Omg, you’re alive! You’ve been missed.

[@verdeests]

He’s been busy plowing…but it hasn’t been snow…

[@creaka123]

Dude I love your energy. Great video ❤

[@Lolo-qw9vy]

I Love Snowstorms and just staying inside to watch it come down. I must say You're So Brave to go through such an Amazing journey. Congratulations ! You must be in excellent shape to do all that exercise and shoveling. That cannot be easy, I hope that you never overdo it. Thanks for sharing. Take good care.😊

[@leighmaesaka5880]

Eyyyy, you're back! I heard about that storm when it was about to hit the west coast, and thought to myself, "I wonder if Everest is going to get out in there and camp?" AND SURE ENOUGH!! That was a heck of a storm! It looked like you were nice and cozy in the van and had a very nice supper indeed! Glad you got in and got out!

[@carriann3725]

Welcome back. So great to have you back. Wow that’s a lot of snow ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️💖🤗

[@PMM67899]

i know this is very random but i flinched when you threw the snowball at 0:38

[@alexfarrer2365]

Omg your back. Think half the planet was worried about you. So glad to see you back.

[@JaneDoe-ob3tq]

Just when I had started to get worried, you came back! Hey!! 👋

[@deenasmusicbox]

_EPIC_ _BLIZZARD!!!_ _MAN_ _BEAST_ _WITH_ _SHOVEL!!!_

[@tlcb7708]

Grain shovel for shoveling snow is the only right way to go❤❤❤❤❤

[@Fjord_Driver]

Always carry a 20hp 2 stage snowblower with you with chains on its tires. Get one of those rear bumper racks. And don't forget a snowmobile too. So you will need a slightly bigger bumper rack. And at least 7 diesel heaters because, you know, more is better and stuff breaks. And plenty of frozen pizza, you can store it outside in a snow cave you dug out. And 100 gallons of extra gas for the blower and snowmobile. Get the extra extra big bumper rack. Good to go.

[@maybee...]

That is a lot of snow. I grew up at Lake Tahoe, one winter we were out of school for ten days, we loved it, but we had no power. It was January 1964 near Echo Summit. My mom was going crazy having all of us cooped up in the house, we couldn't see out the windows.

[@junesloan5142]

Welcome back!!!!! Just in time for an epic storm!

[@STORMY0O]

You always kept a smile up no matter the chore. You Thanksgiving meal looked wonderful. Chains well done. Be safe enjoyed watching you! 💙🕊️

[@garyanthony4854]

Wow. Awesome job sir.

[@joellenfawcett9404]

When I heard about the storm I instantly thought of you😂😂 I knew you would be out there. That was ALOT of snow! Thanks for taping it and letting us see. Take care☃️☃️

[@heiditownsend3498]

Yummy that looks really delicious

[@nelsiearmadilla9665]

Hello, Everest. You’re back. I missed you. We missed you. I was always checking my notifs for your update. Thank you. And Hello also to your lovely Lady❤

[@timothylinn]

This was epic. I learned a ton while being entertained.

[@traceyparker3248]

Was worried about you. Glad you and Erin are back 👍 x

[@VickiMcCormick-jf5pe]

You two make an adorable couple. You are perfect for each other, and both are so cute.

[@ccg1171]

Shut up. She'll be with me.

[@fazeext9777]

in what way is that couch princess perfect? please explain

[@Alicia-fy3je]

Smart idea by not going through that snow. I could tell how exhausting it was to walk through it just by looking at it. Imagine getting stranded outside in THAT!

[@carolemcnulty2009]

Great to see you again, you’ve been missed. Hope we get a few more videos now winter is an upon us. X❤️

[@kinjiru731]

That was a really great video, wild how much snow there was! You two make a great team.

[@johncraft8175]

I just looked you up yesterday thinking surely I'd missed a post. There's no way you wouldn't be out with this atmospheric river hitting the North West. Glad you are back and looking forward to a great season.

[@margoburns9085]

Loved this video. Reminded me of being back in Montreal. I do have to disagree with you though. I got out of that much snow many times and never had 4x4 or tire chains back then. Mind you, it snowed like that multiple times a winter and we had lots of practice. Thanks for all the hard work!

[@Huskrrrr]

Wow, awesome adventure. We live less than 2 hours from Lassen, and have yet to do a serious winter camp.

[@acdcking123]

glad you guys are back together

[@nrivera4380]

Feel sorry that you had to do all that digging/work yourself. Nice of the snow plow worker to help you out. Have fun and happy travels!

[@MakeYourOwnMattress]

Wow, what a workout! The one thing I thought of through the entire video was what's your heat source and was there ever a danger of an exhaust getting blocked by the snow? I thought that would be an important topic in a van in a deep snow situation.

[@robp3431]

Sitting in my living room watching this while 65 deg outside ...... this was awesome !

[@MSSean-md9vf]

rule#1 don't leave your shovel outside during storm, #2 don't forget or leave it behind, its kinda important..

[@SM-db6ft]

Wow it looked like Donner's Pass but more! You are both brave and strong. Nice of the snowplan man to help you! Stay safe and God bless.

[@tiffaniebarbee103]

Saw your video pop up and had to do a double take 😂😂😂 All is right in the world because Everest is out of hibernation. Welcome back!!! 🎉

[@wintersnowowen2254]

Impressive snow!

[@richbowie76]

HE'S ALIVE👍✌

[@TravelersTale]

I’m like the opposite of a bear…hibernating in summer ❄️

[@Abdullahbipl]

hihi

[@kylereese4822]

@@TravelersTale A big tip.... Your exhaust - at some point make a removable extension that goes up the side of the van above the roof line and the end facing down wards(stops snow blocking it) that way if you leave the van on you don't get carbon monoxide poisoning from gas building up under the van....... And simple to remove use magnet fishing magnet to hold it in place with a bit of wire or chain wrapped around it... ps put a piece of cloth between the magnet and van it stops damaging the paint.

[@jillcoe4695]

Holy cow. It was beautiful however I am amazed you didn't freeze pipes. Thanks for the video. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@patshankle3281]

❤❤ OMG i was just thinking about you haven't seen anything from you in forever. Glad you aren't alone anymore. I know you love snow,and camping in it. I remember that little house you made awhile back in the snow... Safe Travels.🌨️❄️🌨️🥶🥶 Happy Thanksgiving wherever u are. 🦃🦃

[@truneilson]

The irony of your sign hanging from your mirror is not lost on me as you head off into a major snow storm in the Sierra Mountains. Glad you did not meet the fate of the Donner Party in this epic storm!

[@emmas1082]

The food looks great!!! Amazing video, great job⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@mrMankx]

Just when i was wondering where you went, welcomme back!

[@raymondhou3181]

good to hear you are back. All the best

[@VenkyPrabhu]

Excited to see much more frequent videos from you now that winter's here :) :)

[@luciannasoucy5015]

Omg!!! I'm so HAPPY to see you back again ❤

[@AzulMariecreations]

Welcome back, I missed your videos!!

[@katec4096]

You always forget to put on your tire chains Before it snows. Lol. 😊

[@traviscoates6878]

My only mountain lion encounter was in Lassen in 2004. I was scared shitless

[@mooguy8511]

That was scary to watch! Glad you made it out safe

[@juliebuck100]

LONG TIME NO SEE. WHY DO YOU WAIT SO LONG TO POST? EPIC SNOW AND YOU ARE THE ULTIMATE SNOW LOVER. I WISH YOU'D PLAY YOUR KEYBOARD MORE AND SING! YOU DO SING BEAUTIFULLY. ALSO HOPE YOUR 'NEW' LOVE LIFE IS GOING WELL. HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YALL. LOVE, JULIE

[@tomhamp2915]

One of the best videos ever!!!

[@intrakunt]

Good too see u back in the van brother ❤ stay safe.

[@Bestman59]

Welcome back. You make winter fun to watch.

[@pass4pets434]

Basically she just watches while you do all the work

[@angelapietras1235]

So true

[@rmalus10297]

His idea, he gets to do all the work

[@lindajames7759]

That’s a novel thing, she sits while he works. Happy days 😂😂😂

[@frankquevedo6001]

Many great things about your vlog; you’re alive. The last time I watched you there was a very used aircraft involved. Your lovely lady still puts up with your Frozen 🥶 adventures. There is , so far, not Mac n cheese being consumed in a very cramped environment. Ah youth! P. s. It’s really great to view you again. Stay warm, safe ,and don’t let mom nature bite you (2) in da bum😉🦃

[@JonnyHolms]

Wow that is really nice your camper van..i would love to have something like that 😊

[@anetteskyumlarsen8077]

❤ Happy to see you again Everest, oh and Erin too 👍❤️✨️

[@franmcintyre8823]

What an awesome video! Good to see you, again! Stay safe and warm, my dear!

[@AB-bc9tf]

I like that Huskies sweater. I was just wearing mine today. Sometimes I miss home but mostly for the scenic features. Did you ever make homemade clam chowder?

[@jessicasarmy8896]

Wow! Man, you are a good sport to do all the grunt work, shoveling ALL the snow the ENTIRE time. Get your list together for the next time and check off those snow pants!

[@doctortcbkk2027]

I’m in Atlanta, GA…..this was great to watch! I’d never survive 😂😂😂

[@robinmertz6002]

Wow! What a tremendous amount of snow.

[@mikejurnak0324]

Welcome back, I was worried you got buried under 15ft of snow. But I see where you have been quality time with the new girlfriend. 😂

[@Bluebloods7]

Stop being weird, that's his sister.

[@sheilashaw9426]

​@@Bluebloods7Are you crazy? That's not his sister, didn't you see him kiss her on the lips 🙄?

[@Bluebloods7]

@sheilashaw9426 are you crazy? Why are you lying?

[@mikejurnak0324]

​@Bluebloods7 how am I supposed to Know it's his sister he never introduced her to the audience. CLOWN

[@mikejurnak0324]

​@@Bluebloods7BTW he did kiss her and said, "Wish me luck"

[@MacDa-yy8xn]

If you’re planning on staying in that much snow, I hope you brought 4 chains for that van. You’re going to need them all.

[@billhester8821]

You don't post enough. I know it's tough, but it's nice to see you....

[@strella22]

I always wondered what tire chains looked like. Being from Baton Rouge, La. the only hurricane I've ever experienced came off the Gulf of Mexico.

[@angelwings31309]

That dinner tho! Couple goals

[@RocMerc]

Oh man I haven't seen you on my feed in a minute! very excited to watch this

[@curseknight5]

omggg i just commented yesterday missing your wintery adventures... thank you for all that you do!

[@LS-ot4ho]

Always keep your doors clear so you don't get trapped in the van if the snow prevents you from opening a door

[@ZebaKnight]

Tip from a New Englander: Don't walk where you will need to shovel. Removing compacted snow takes a lot more energy. I guess this trip was just to attain bragging rights. Was it worth it? "Completely nuts" does kinda describe it. You weren't in danger, thanks to whatever entity plowed the road out. If the van failed or got stuck, you could hitch a ride out. Your companion on this trip was wise to 'forget' her winter gear!

[@angelapietras1235]

Great to see you back.

[@LookitsjoshuaD]

Huskies for life 💜

[@Al-hk6yi]

this is snow dig world champion, the digger's tale

[@ceciliacrocker390]

This is nothing for us in NS, Canada... 🫠😉😉 But no snow yet this year, yay! Lol

[@harley2die4]

I live in Cascade mountains, weather experts in October reported to expect light precipitation with little snowfall winter months of 2024 and throughout early months of 2025. 6' of snow outside

[@MrKnothead63]

I like adventure and challenging mother nature but I always stop just short of crazy.

[@pesto12601]

lol.. when the guy walk through the door.. I figured.. ok... a 25 year old living in a van like that... I can see it for a few years. Then... she showed up and I was like.. hell no! LOL..

[@denisecoffey6269]

Welcome back… been worried about you!

[@jillwilliams3981]

I love the snow how it matches the height of your van the only thing I moss about this video was the music you edit for the drone shots and the regular scenes thanks 😊 happy Thanksgiving to u and your special someone ❤

[@davidmurray5399]

I've been to Lassen Volcanic National Park, but it was in the summer, and we hiked all the way up to the summit of Mt. Lassen.

[@andyrichey1192]

Now that is slick the way to the bed comes down cool I’m here watching Tuesday, November 26 watching now 6:30 PM wow that’s a lot of snow. Stay safe but as long as you got heat, you should be good.👍👍