Truck Camping in Rural FLORIDA (riverside)

[@Vanwives]

Welcome to rural Florida! Couple of ticks, pew pew (shots) 🔫 and a rogue truck at 1am BUT do we ever LOVE wild camping. This is from our time in the south with Bella and Izzy- we know so many of you missed them while we were traveling and we decided to film a little adventure the four of us went on - hope you enjoy coming along with us 💛 Can’t have a truck without a camper am I right?

[@lewie7678]

A scary country indeed, to travel!

[@timothyswatzell221]

I know this video is out of your life time line but if you have not already they make a ladder extension. Be safe and great video as always

[@danielbenyon6390]

You girls need to go to a bass pro shop and get some tent stakes and tent poles , you will also need to look at a small whisk broom and dust pan to clean up the dirt and sand in your tent when you are ready to move on

[@Vanwives]

@@danielbenyon6390great advice!! Thank you 💛🛻

[@Vanwives]

@@timothyswatzell221ouuuuu great tip! We will look into that!

[@TaTaPare]

Truck camping input : •pee funnel ((so no climbing down in the night (also bottle of soapy water to chase any usage)). •A bag hanging on either side of the entrance (under cover) to take shoes off before going in or down •plastic drawers to help organize (I wrapped tiedowns around to keep them together and then you have spare tiedowns just in case) Also a little side note : let your fire go to coal for cooking. I recommend The Cariboo in BC for truck camping AND don’t forget your mountain bikes and hiking boots and bathing suits and layers for the chilly nights. There are definitely not enough videos about rooftop tenting. Kudos Wives! xo

[@TaTaPare]

Oh also a fave of mine for rooftop tenting (RTT) is solar patio lantern string lights! Small and lightweight and so useful after the sun goes down! I hang one set down my ladder. Also headlamps! Trying to remember all the useful stuff I have… oh also the collapsing table the I use as a slide out in the bed of the truck too. Double duty! The black bag shower. 🤔 Costco has a great foldable camping carpet that I always put below the ladder. I also spoiled myself and got a change room tent to keep my clothes and shoes in. Pops up fast and makes organizing so much easier when weather is unpredictable.

[@Vanwives]

Thanks for sharing your truck camping knowledge and input with us and our pack. This is all SO helpful 💛💛

[@judivowell5748]

I have a good idea of where you were camping. I lived in Pensacola for 18 years before marrying my hubby and moving to the woods in Arkansas. We used Repel with Premetherin on our clothing (that particular formula worked better than anything else) and we used Advantix on the dogs (we had woods all around us in Arkansas). Kept the ticks pretty much under control. Good to see you getting away from the property and having new adventures again after working so hard for so long. ❤

[@woodsfanatic8569]

The folding portable toilet prelined for pee breaks emergency. Doubled as a night table.

[@andreas.s940]

You should make your own video! These tips are so helpful!

[@dartmoordave]

Personal safety, girls. You take care in those rural areas. We love you.

[@sayitaintsl0w]

Love the truck and tent. Great setup! Hope you guys have some form of protection. Tasers and bear spray at a minimum. Like you said, you are in rural Florida and it’s a matter of time before you run into a creep or someone looking for trouble. Glad you have the girls as a warning system. Please be safe.

[@mommabear2544]

As a floridian, I whole hearted approve of this message. So many people just think of what they see in vacation write ups but the majority of Florida is just.... wild and not in a fun way. So. Many. Creeps

[@sayitaintsl0w]

@@mommabear2544 I spent time in Florida as a child and have family living there. I have camped in many wild places all over the world, but I fear people more than animals. I agree..would never camp in Florida.

[@nevadasteve6186]

Welcome to Truck Camping Ladies. Just a suggestion. Once you have purchased all the items you need for camping, store them in a large Rubbermaid tote with a lid that seals water, dust and mice out. Tape an inventory list to the inside of the lid. You can double check this list before you head out camping. This serves two purposes. One to make sure you don't forget anything but also to use to double check the items on the list have been either refilled or replaced prior to your trip. Nothing like running out of toilet paper or propane on your trip!

[@stubt7890]

I live in Pennsylvania, tick endemic area. I recommend keeping a small glass jar of rubbing alcohol with you at all times for killing ticks. It's way easier than burning them and when you are in bed for the night you can drop them in the jar without having to get out of your tent/car/whatever.

[@Vanwives]

Thank you for sharing all your tips with us. Good advice. 😊🐶

[@markpashia7067]

Also dish soap and cotton balls to remove the ones who get attached to you. Cotton ball with a good blob of soap and cover. They will release to try to get to air. Then dispatch them any way you wish. Much safer than tweezers as you might break off parts in the skin and get infected. Not sure if it will work on Bella and Izzie but worth a try.

[@JR-ju9il]

A rack for the bed of your truck would lower the tent a bit so it’s easier to get the dogs in and save a bit on gas mileage. You can still use the bed underneath for storage. We took our truck to Florida with that setup and it was an awesome trip.

[@imbdileva]

And the aluminum body can't support that weight. Truck bed rack is definitely the way too go.

[@tinapellegrino2507]

I'm also in Florida on vacation boondocking in my tiny van with my companion Jasper (my rabbit 🐇). Cheers great video 🎉

[@MariannaBeasley]

Good to see the pack out on your new adventure. You can never go wrong with truck camper or full size suv which most of the suvs ( expedition , suburban and others are based off of trucks like the f150 and the Chevy Silverado .. great to see you camping in the USA . Be careful camping in the woods because hunters seem to hunt all year round . Safe travels and thanks for sharing .

[@MercyMe2022]

You ladies be careful camping in Florida. They be cra-cra 😂. Love y’all!

[@tinalafever1756]

I lived in Florida for a little while and no way I would go camping there. Lol. You are much braver than I am.

[@sayitaintsl0w]

My thoughts exactly.

[@catquack]

My thoughts exactly too.

[@JulieSomeone]

i live in FL... LOL, i would definitely be wearing my orange vest, in that area, if i camped there. [regardless of if it's hunting season or not! LOL]

[@suerasmussen9167]

I just watched your video about Lee. I have loved your channel, but never knew what the history was with her and Max. It just makes me appreciate and respect you more.

[@judyderieux8484]

How fun. You two amaze me. You work well together,cook together,sleep together and play well together. I love how much you care about your puppies.....look forward to your many more camping trips. I sure you do too 💖

[@Vanwives]

Awh thank you! 💛 feels so good to be camping with the family & all of YOU

[@tammyayles8690]

My husband and I have a rooftop tent . We love it ! I have a couple bins that I store all my cooking tools in , one for food and two for everything cooking. We also have two dogs . We put a harness on them to help while lifting them in . We had out tent on the back of our truck but are now building and off-road trailer for it . I like adventure so putting the tent up and down every day got old fast lol

[@barbarajohnson4704]

Love the way you improvise, adapt and overcome all obstacles. Girl power.

[@Vanwives]

Thank you! Gotta love the girl power. 😊🐶

[@MisterTee2010]

Love you girls. I miss my little Marshmallow so much. He loved being outdoors. Camping this year will not be the same without him. Love and miss you Marshmallow. God Bless

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

My lord, I HATE ticks!! I'm terrified of them. Love how you got the dogs in the tent!! LOL

[@Vanwives]

Hahaha thanks Sherry 💛

[@Te_mitchelldude]

Hey just a tip. Instead of hammering pegs in and having to pull them out, pickup a bunch of 250mm long landscaping screws and take your Dewalt driver along to drive them into the ground and when finished, reverse their back out. So quick, easy as well as holding better than the pegs. 🙂

[@davidgutierrez6888]

Back in 2019, we drove from San Antonio to Glacier National Park and truck camped with our chihuahuas the whole way, 7 nights 8 days.We slept inside the truck with the dogs in the backseat. Beautiful sunsets and a lot of star gazing.

[@Vanwives]

Sounds so beautiful David. Memories to hold onto forever. 😊🐶

[@bcgrittner]

Well, good. Reminds me of my station wagon adventures years ago. That was back when big cars were big cars. And, our son was stationed in Florida for a while (USAF), and we got to some exploring. Those were good times.

[@streakerofevil]

Folding chairs, tent poles, tongs, folding saw, tomahawk or hatchet, extendable hot dog/ marshmallow fork, head lamps, high visibility vests for Bella and Izzy in hunter's orange along with some for you as well.

[@Vanwives]

You must be a truck camper yourself! Thank you :)

[@missj7917]

Wow, I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the video about camping and having fun with family. It's great that you think they should go to state and meet some fans. There's definitely a lot to learn about camping in a truck, and it's awesome that the video was able to showcase that. Thank you for your support, and I'm sure they'll be more videos to come!❤

[@clivedudley2007]

Door and window posts : Did you look under the mattress ? The door and window posts are usually springy steel rods that will RATTLE if left laying around, so are usually stored for travel under the mattress, where they don't get lost and are easily accessed during setting up. Happy hunting ! Enjoy your rooftop Kingdom { Queendom ? }

[@krom820]

If you come back to Florida, you really need to camp near one of the natural springs. One of my favorites is Rainbow River in Dunellon, Fl. The water is crystal clear and 72 degress year round. You need a couple of inner tubes and it's about a 4 hour float down the river. A must do!

[@thescarecrow.8581]

I feel so old watching this video. I honestly love the idea of camping but I would miss an ensuite and a comfortable bed. I always look forward to these videos. Hope you have a great holiday. ❤

[@Vanwives]

Thanks for watching. My mother says the same thing now. 😊💛

[@ijlyons4149]

Well that was a change of pace~truck-camping was cool! Glad to see the girls Jerry rigging at its best! Nice job! Until next week-Ida

[@moavdi756]

Phil & I up since 5am waiting! YAAY THE PACK 🐾 ❤😸 Love the expression on the girls faces. “Hurry up, Mamas!” 🐕 🐕

[@Vanwives]

Always great to hear from you and Phil. Hope you enjoy the video. 💛 🐾

[@moavdi756]

@@VanwivesAlways want to see the pups! They have such distinctive personalities and are just fluffy bunnies 🐰 #BellaAndIssy 🩷💙🩵🐕🐕

[@myshellee]

You might also want to think of a screen tent or pop up gazebo something for shade if its sunny or shelter if its raining so you can sit in there etc

[@bryans8656]

Several years ago my wife and I drove from Panama City Beach down the gold coast to the southern end of Florida. Our favorite part of the trip was experiencing the rural areas and the courtesy of the locals.

[@Vanwives]

That is so cool. The rural areas are so beautiful and the people are so friendly! Glad you got to have that experience 💛

[@jrichter56]

Love the truck tent and really love seeing the girls so happy being outside.

[@JonnieShipbaugh-dc9wk]

Go see the Smoky Mountains National Park near Gatlinburg, Tennessee and the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, Both of these are beautiful. They are best seen in October when the leaves are changing. Second best is during the Summer but the crowds are crazy then. Have a good trip.😅

[@lynnemac1402]

I love your resourcefulness, love the truck and camper addition and that Bella and Izzy can come along too x

[@berniesenske994]

Wow, you ladies are so talented. Love that camper, so much better than a tent on the ground. The pups looked so relaxed and seemed to have so much fun and the smiles on your faces....heaven. Someone below had a very nice list of additional items to bring next time I loved the blaze orange clothing for all of you. Along those lines; perhaps a couple of orange flags for atop the tent. You never know when you're going to have a kamikaze bird come at you 🙃 I love the way you get Bella and Izzy in and out of the tent. OK, time to let you wonderful ladies get on with your life. Love you all and look forward to see you next week. Bernie ❤

[@Vanwives]

Great suggestions. Thank you! Orange is SO smart. See you Sunday xx

[@adelesandry]

We love our self inflating mattress. Thin enough deflated to leave in the rooftop tent when it's packed up & inflates fully in about 10-15 minutes. It's actually more comfortable than our mattress at home! Also consider a condensation mat. Definitely don't want surprise mold under your bed. Keep having fun!

[@ak241]

↘️ tips for grilling: Ensure the container is stable and well-ventilated to allow for adequate flow before starting to grill. Heat Distribution: Place the container on a non-flammable surface. Although aluminum dissipates heat relatively quickly, the area beneath and around the container can still get very hot. ➡️ Coal Preparation: Similar to an open fire, let the wood or charcoal burn down to coals for a consistent and even heat source. This might take some time, so patience is key. Clean-Up: Allow the container and coals to cool completely before disposing of the ashes appropriately. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for using and maintaining your aluminum fire container to ensure safety and prolong its life. 😘😘

[@Vanwives]

Thank you! Our flame was high 😂

[@ak241]

@@Vanwives yep 😂

[@ak241]

@@Vanwives you’re welcome.

[@markpashia7067]

Pretty sure that was a stainless steel pit and those are very different than aluminum ones. Still points taken.

[@MsEvelyn30]

Hey ladies! 😃 Always something new and exciting with you 2, never a dull moment. 😊 My vet had just told me that there is a new type of super tick that they're having a heck of a time combating due to none of the usual preventatives, prescribed or on the market, not actively working against them, and no cure as well as of right now. So I do wish you ladies a lot of luck with your very furry and very beautiful babies, Izzy and Bella. 💕✌️😊🏳️‍🌈

[@Vanwives]

Thank you Ms Evelyn, for sharing with us. We will do some research on this new super tick. Not good news for sure. Bella and izzy love camping but these ticks are bothersome. 💛🐶

[@moogleslam]

Just want to say hi, you're two of my favorite humans, an inspiration, and I hope you are both wonderful. If you ever need anything in southern Maine, my family have your back

[@doctorbills790]

We started a drinking game watching Vanwives videos. Drink a shot every time Jaz says "everyone"! Try it. We got totally blasted!

[@HanlonUafas-Álainn]

Hilarious. I won’t be trying it. Maybe a sip instead of a shot. I’m a lightweight. 😅

[@Vanwives]

Hahahahaha 😂

[@dawnreese1089]

Fun to watch for sure. I hope you and the girls will always be and stay safe from harm (assuming you take precautions). Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.

[@lloydbaker7104]

Yoga Mats for the dogs to walk in the rear bed and to protect the roof paint when getting in the tent.

[@Vanwives]

Great idea! Thank you

[@Vanwives]

SO SMART 💛👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@lloydbaker7104]

@Vanwives Ugh, forgot to spell check. Yoga Mats are space saving and multipurpose!

[@bryanvargo5691]

Suggested list for truck camping: blocks to level tent ladder (especially in sandy soil), rack-mounted truck canopy, grill basket (pan with holes) for grilling veggies, 5-gallon bucket with toilet seat (and bag liners; you got those :)

[@have2catchemfishing]

HI! May I suggest a pie iron. Actually buy 2 of them and ones that have long handles. You can cook eggs/omlettes in the morning, pie iron pizzas, pie iron desserts. All cooked over the fire/hot coals

[@Vanwives]

Or course! Suggestions are welcomed! Thank you xx

[@larajackson7506]

Love you all! Thank you for sharing! Continued prayers and love for you all!❤😊

[@Francis_your_friend]

Heartfelt thanks for the recent video, your unwavering dedication sets a high standard.

[@Vanwives]

Thank you Francis, we appreciate your commendation. 😊🐶

[@auntmaryspals7978]

You are so right about the ticks. We never had them in lower Michigan when I was younger. I live in the suburbs of a large city and they are in our backyard!

[@Vanwives]

It is a different world with ticks now. 😥

[@happykt]

Camping in the South or Southwest in the U.S., I'd buy an ax, mosquito netting, a mosquito hat, pepper spray/bear spray, more rope, tick spray, tick pluckers, a good knife, a Victorinox multitool like the Huntsman, camping chairs, and a stun gun. I'd also leave the camping site if someone was coming onto your site at 1 AM and shooting off a gun! How scary is that?!

[@lindaroyal8161]

Welcome to my state - Florida - I'm in Pasco County, north of Tampa. Yes, Florida has some really great camping spots. Ocala National Forest, in the middle of the state, has several camping areas, many with natural springs, all very beautiful!

[@judykimbrow2151]

You need to get a rug for the back of the cab when the dogs go in they won't scratch the cab❤❤❤

[@Vanwives]

Unreal idea! Ty xx

[@SirCarlosMusicBMI]

🎉🎉🎉 You kids just blow me away with every project you do 😮. It’s so nice to watch your videos because they always make me smile 😃. I’m very happy for you two. I’m always looking forward to watching your new videos 😊😊😊😊😊 Blessings,Carlos ✝️🙏❤️😊🇺🇸

[@Vanwives]

Awh thank you! So happy to share all sides with you all xx

[@SuzieHQ72]

Thank you so much for using a non click bait thumb nail. I felt like you treating me with respect.🙏🎉❤️

[@outdoorsman2b918]

Cool tent. If you don't have them, buy the rods that come with the tent for the awnings. It will make your life easier and the tent will be more enjoyable. I would also set the tent the other way around. With the ladder to the passenger side. It will be easier to set the truck closer to the edge of the camping site on the driver side, leaving all the available space at the passenger side. If you don't plan to use the bed of the truck, for heavy loads, I would install a slide out platform. It will make a lot easier loading and unloading the camping stuff on your truck bed. Best wishes to both of you.

[@Loriann4444]

From a Mom in Connecticut who has suffered from Lyme disease for 30 years. Ticks are no joke. Sorry they found there way to you.

[@Vanwives]

We agree Loriann, my mother has a friend whom has Lyme disease. We are sorry to hear you suffer with Lyme disease. 💛🐶

[@NeilMaclachlan]

Love the idea of bed on top of cab...So spacious...Great with the pick--up....Ideal all round vehicle...Stay safe vanwifes and see you on the next one...God bless

[@sharondoan1447]

Crystal, my grandma’s heart skipped a couple of beats when you started walking with Jazzmyn on your shoulders. On uneven ground no less. Please be ridiculously protective of your back.

[@Vanwives]

You’re right ❤ ty

[@mikegoss4296]

@@Vanwives I thought the same exact thing and was like what are you doing...your back. Glad you are okay.

[@las174]

I also was so freaked out to see you carrying her on your shoulders! You only get one back and its so easy to damage it and end up with life-long problems that are so limiting and miserable. And it is very easy to injure it! the extra weight compresses your discs, which can lead to all kinds of serious problems. Be smart!

[@sharondoan1447]

@@VanwivesHow sweet of you to respond to my concern. You are the best. ❤️

[@theshewolfe]

Hello ladies! I found your channel through Max & Occy and I'm loving it! Great job on the cottage... Too bad you are so far away because I'm restoring an old Catskill bungalow colony and can use LOTS of help. Crystal... You have a twin. The actress, Teresa Palmer, from the series A Discovery of Witches, looks just like you. Keep up the amazing work! You are inspiring me for my project ❤

[@lindapeterson8911]

OMG! We LOVE watching Bella and Izzy!!! We would love to see them more! Love you guys too! 💜

[@Vanwives]

Aww thank you Linda! We sure do love them too. Sending love to you from the pack.💛🐶

[@TexasLocalProduce]

Love your truck! I have had a 2003 F250 for nearly 20 yrs. I am 114 lbs & under 5' tall. I want to go bigger too, Crystal!!! I want to buy the 2025 Ford Lightning ( they will have the NACS/ J3400 Port). I will NEVER own any future truck WITHOUT a hydraulic tailgate lift. The Tommy Lift gate I have has been a MAJOR lifesaver! Aftermarket places installs hydraulics on tailgates without messing with your backup camera. No need to get a hernia anymore ladies! I load up refridgerators, water heaters, Propane tanks, Generators, etc . all by myself . The ability to lower your Pickup tailgate all the way to the ground, then just push a button to raise is a gamechanger!

[@connorgifford-andrews1322]

Gday Again From Australia it’s Autumn now

[@Vanwives]

Autumn is a beautiful time of year. Thanks for watching from Australia. 😊🐶

[@createandliveyourbestlife]

🇦🇺👍🏻🙏🏻🙋🏻‍♀️

[@JDwallace835]

I really like your truck camping setup ! I also do truck camping but went with a truck cap on the box of the truck, and a double memory foam mattress. Keep up the awesome videos !

[@Vanwives]

damn a double foam mattress sounds awesome! Thank you for watching our video 😊

[@Kaaaaammmm]

In my neck of the woods, that was the Garcon Point bridge. Alligator creek is really close, welcome to the area!!!

[@Vanwives]

Thanks for having us! ❤

[@spritzpistol]

🎉Very successful trip. You’ll always be adding to the ‘take camping’ list, but as long as you’ve the basics and your family, nothing else matters. Was a little scary with the truck roaring around at 1am; I reckon they saw your high-rise tent😂and knew you’re just campers! Have fun and looking forward to more escapades with you both, and the fluffy girls. ❤

[@Vanwives]

Hahaha so true you don’t need much 💛🤣 “take camping list” love that… thank you for watching

[@Gillia-t6s]

Mexico NO! NO!

[@emmamoffit5196]

Michigan Upper peninsula in the summer is absolutely beautiful! You both inspire me so much and have gave me so many ideas for my homestead and camping experiences!

[@Vanwives]

Thanks Emma ❤

[@Shannon0hh]

So funny seeing you gals in an American neighborhood! I love it. I'd come over and bring your dogs biscuits and you girls so cold popi's and say welcome to the neighborhood 😂❤

[@briangudger3466]

We have USB-powered fairy lights in our tent. Great ambiance and easy on the eyes! We're completely paranoid about ticks too. Have you thought about permethrin-treated shirts and pants? It's our uniform when out in the woods.

[@timmr8885]

One tick remedy that I found very effective is Sawyer brand Permethrin Liquid Insect Repellent. Each Spring I carefully treat some pants, socks, shoes, shirts and a hat. Read directions and follow them. I'm in dense woods in N. Minnesota and I've never found anything as effective to keep ticks off of me. You can also treat tents, etc. There are probably other good products out there, but I found this product to really work.

[@ewidmer1]

I love at the end of your videos. When your dogs bark, it gets my two barking lol

[@Vanwives]

Haha all of the pack barks 💛

[@wandareese9618]

vanwives its great to see you and the dogs having truck tent outside thats great.

[@Whydiss]

Awesome set up! May I suggest, small usb fan for air circulation in the tent, collapsing container for washing up your dishes, head torches, scrubba bag for washing clothes, bug spray and sunscreen.

[@Vanwives]

Thank you, love all your tips. 😊🐶

[@ricchapman4204]

That looked like a lot of fun!!! Very cool to get the puppies up there too!!!!😊😊😊😊😊

[@montiraruba2831]

Hi ladies! I have been following Ambition Strikes as they are building their Conex barn and I was so impressed seeing you guys help build their barn and deck I subscribed to your channel and learn what you guys do. You guys are awesome!! Thanks for keeping us entertained and educated.

[@Vanwives]

Hey so happy you found us! Welcome to the pack. We post new videos every Sunday. Thank you for being here, glad you enjoy our videos

[@123moonrose]

Welcome to Pensacola! I grew up camping in the California High Serria. When we moved to Pensacola, camping was different (love a good rain tarp) but highly enjoyable.

[@Vanwives]

Right! Camping is the best!😊

[@colleenbalch328]

Funday Sunday with the Vanwives! I think you need to go camping in the FL Keys and the Everglades. It is gorgeous in those places.

[@Vanwives]

Yes we have heard so much about the Florida Keys. One day we hope to make it there. 😊🐶

[@terrilepine9065]

Good to see you getting away from the property and having new adventures, Please be safe. Love you all

[@Vanwives]

This is from our time in Florida with family- we know so many of you missed Bella and Izzy while we were traveling and we decided to film a little adventure the four of us went on - hope you enjoy coming along with us. We are at the cabin. 💛🐶

[@jeanniekartis5916]

Good afternoon lovies. I'm late but finally here!! ❤ that was fun !! ⛺ Although I would need a pee bucket LOL

[@PearlVeil]

The greatest thing in life is knowing you're on the right path!! That was confirmed for me today. It was WONDERFUL to see you both and the sweet doggies. (notice the safe name I'm using) Keep going - I'm learning so much from you! 🌼

[@Vanwives]

Great to meet you today 💛 we can’t wait to read your book. Thank you for stopping to say hello & sharing those kind words xx

[@troyrambo6804]

Looks like tons of fun!!! Have the same truck been thinking about a roof top tent for trips for a while. It's Florida, watch for gators near those waterways.

[@Nordic.Limitless]

A Alucab canopy camper on the truck would be a awesome setup for you two and Bella and Izzy! 😃

[@lyndalouise3480]

Good job truck camping girls, Bella and Izzy look happy to be camping. 😌👏👏💃💃

[@Vanwives]

Right! Thank you xx

[@eliasandmel]

We LOVE our rooftop tent! So fun watching you two tackle a familiar adventure. We recommend a small fan for airflow and a pee bucket with a lid 😜

[@Vanwives]

Love that! See you on the open road perhaps! Great idea! Need to get a big cashew bucket again LOL

[@jessicahaydahlrichardson7951]

Maybe a small rubber Mat would help on the roof of your truck when you load the pups? That way they have some grip getting into and out of the roof top tent. And then your truck roof doesn’t get super scratched by pup nails. Great way to load them though!!!

[@michaelwilliams7481]

I have been in Hospital for six days, so I wasn't able to watch your video. Another travel adventure, I hope your visitors during the night wasn't too scary, your dogs would have protected you I am sure, I know I would try. Keep well and safe, love from Mike. ❤❤

[@suzylewis7309]

Great vid ladies and kudos to your new adventure stylings! A tip for tick check time - use a lint roller to pick up ticks off the dog's coats and your clothes. I doesn't get everything - but it would catch some if in a highly infested area. Then just burn the paper. Yay Pack 💛💛🐾🐾

[@iantulloch2809]

Truck Camping, Certainly different, Nice to see, the loves of your lives are with you, Izzy and Bella 💛🐾💛🐾,

[@Vanwives]

Our family all reunited!💛🐶

[@filomenaregan1537]

Hey guys, there are so many nice camping spots here in Florida but my favorite places are the springs. Blue springs you can camp, swim and see the manatee, rainbow springs, three sisters and Johnathan Dickinson state park and so many others. Have fun glad to see the pups 😊

[@hollieb2547]

Every Sunday I always look forward to seeing you post, it’s refreshing to me to see such positivity and adventure, it gives me hope. I was also wondering Are you ladies doing any merch again. ❤

[@Vanwives]

We appreciate your kind words. Yes, sometime in the near future we will be doing more merch. 💛🐶

[@kandyhabenicht1916]

The Smokey Mountains are an amazing place to camp. I have many fond memories camping with my family there. There are so many places to pick from to camp at too. 😊

[@garyfreedom]

All Right... Truck camping. About a year ago I got my first, and only, truck. An older 2005 Ram 1500. As soon as I get retired in about 6 months, I hope, I plan to start trying to do some truck camping. I'll be looking forward to picking up some tips from you all! Thanks for all the things that you do for us... Peace and Love.

[@Vanwives]

So amazing! Such a fun lifestyle. You really can get anywhere. Feels nice to live so simple. Excited for you! Ty

[@SleekHobbies88]

Love the adventures and two awesome queens enjoying life God bless you guys.

[@colleenjohnson4652]

A really good first aid kit and Epipen…cause ya never know. Crystal…no truck is too big for you. I’ve owned nothing but F350’s over the last 20 years. Love my truck. You ladies are amazing role models and examples for all women.

[@simonpriestman1095]

Had one of these tents on a landcover defender years ago ! they are pretty popular now seen a lot last year at killbear park here in Canada ! have a safe trip see ya next week stay safe 🥰

[@chrismcnulty2119]

A hatchet Hammer is always important to have camping there's so many uses specially for firewood in using to put in tent stakes cut ropes etc enjoy your trip

[@Richard-s9s]

I was blinded by the matching nails even as they chipped. Charming and enjoyable as always.

[@ClarkThompson-j2b]

The state parks in Georgia, South Carolina, or North Carolina would be a Great place to go camping. You can camp at the Ocean, or on a Lake, on up in the Mountains. Unfortunately, you also could incur ticks so be careful and Yes your pretty dogs are invited. Be safe and Great video you two!!❤❤

[@islandkat9193]

I have a rooftop on my Tacoma..Awesome adventure ladies..Hello from VI BC Canada..Canadian girls..Rock

[@BobBohner4851]

Every spring before going camping the first time we made it a😊 practice to camp in the driveway and then stole everything from the house that we didn’t have :-)

[@michellepowers1889]

#BellaandIzzy. You all looked very happy! Glad you had a great time.

[@SandraGuyton]

Your content never disappoints ❤️🙌🏾 you both are so cute “truck camping” you’re officially “overlanding” 😘🥰

[@raktoda707]

This surely add a nice dimension to your daily lives,sets Up freedoms to travel,be safe and be out there.May you 4 always enjoy life.Truck camping is a bit of work,but once you do it a few times,you know what to expect of yourself.Have the best of times ladies.

[@Vanwives]

We are loving truck camping, this was a good first time for all of us. 💛🐶

[@Red-Robin4]

I can’t believe yall are in Pensacola again I live in Pensacola! Lol!! I love that yall are here and it would be amazing if I could meet yall one day.