Van Life By The Atlantic Ocean In Winter | On The Road Full Time Finally!!

[@LibertySerenity]

You got me crying happy tears with you! I am so, so happy for you. Spread your wings, my friend! Be safe.

[@liveintransit3783]

Man I've been here since the beginning. I think subscriber number 8 or something. So good to see you hit the road. Enjoy the adventure.

[@LateBloomer1111]

You had me so emotional watching your excitement, I know how much this trip means to you Big Dawg and I’m so proud of you! Keep inspiring!!

[@samanthaheath8664]

🎉🎉🎉🎉 your happiness is contagious, James. Maybe look into getting a national park pass. Seeing how you are going there anyway. 😊

[@nomaderic]

Man before i even clicked on the video i smiled. So happy for you to be finally out here on the road. Theres so many places to see and explore out here in this vast country. Cant wait to see all the adventures!

[@angelbaby3824]

Just the smile on your face and the excitement in your voice and eyes let's me know you were made to explore the world 😊stay safe and enjoy and make sure you watch your surroundings 🌎☝🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾🤸🏾🌞🧘🏾🖤

[@msanabria8159]

Ohhh my Child...you are a very SPECIAL SOUL..!!😮😊🙏💖

[@OutdoorsybyNature]

It's been a long time coming, James! So proud of you but also, so happy for you! Safe travels and thank you for sharing the wonder of your travels with us. 💚

[@tifftaffy2359]

🎉 I'm so excited for you. Your emotion makes me feel like I'm there with you!

[@thecarolvanpod]

I'm so excited for you, James. My face hurts from smiling through the entire video. I feel you so much. The anticipation, the novelty, the incredulity that you're finally doing it, right?! Constantly feeling overwhelmed with emotion, on the verge of tears because it's a beautiful world and you're *in it* and you can hardly believe it. Enjoy every moment and stay safe.So looking forward to everything you choose to share.

[@StrongerThanStroke]

I am so excited for you!! Cheers to an amazing year ahead 🎉

[@millzblack5466]

I can hear the excitement in your voice, Thanks for the history lesson because I have never heard of The Dismal swamps. I can't wait to see where we end up next. 🥰

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

It’s really amazing when you really start digging deep into it.

[@jeremiahgardner3027]

Enjoy the journey, my friend. Travel as far and as long as you can. See you on the road! ~😊👍🏽

[@strangedaysdiaries]

I’m so happy for you!! So stoked to see all the adventures you go on!🎉

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thanks so much I’m ready for it! Maybe soon over to Cali!

[@rollerhopgirl]

Im at a loss for words. Congratulations!

[@philonline247]

I'm so freaking happy for you bro. Way to go!!!! Man so much history it's awesome to see. Thank you so much for getting out there and sharing this with us 🙏🏽

[@dgriffin5932]

Woohoo! Go James Go!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@Crow_Moto]

Happy for you man! Keep the videos coming!

[@cynmcn5070]

Dear Ethnic Explorer/"geeky hippie" 😉 just wanna let U know this ole hippie peace freak is loving your videos, and I wish U a wonderful time on the road - blessings for a safe and prosperous journey! 💌

[@practicalpracticewithgeekw9400]

So wonderful to see you out on the road exploring!! Enjoy!! 🎉

[@catzcradle]

You've got this James! 🎉

[@letiwilliam4455]

I'm so excited for you James 🎉🎉. I stopped in my tracks when I got the alert you uploaded. You earn this it's well deserved 👌👍

[@GreenSlothJello]

I am so happy for you James! Safe travels my friend!

[@yourboymiket1972]

So happy for you. Safe travels, looking forward to seeing where you go and what you experience.

[@WandaHopewandering]

Love this for you. I have always wanted to go there. Thanks for sharing. Be safe on your journey and have a blast.!

[@annlepine3039]

Good Nigjt James . So happy and excited for you 🎉

[@cheetosnake6899]

You're doin' it! So happy for you! 🙂

[@peaceoutlisar9500]

Wahoo! Watching now.

[@peaceoutlisar9500]

Exciting. I just read up a bit on Lake Drummond. It looked so huge in your video. Not bad.max depth is 6' and the color is caused by the heat moss. I have to go. Anyway, I can't wait to see the next video that you left us hanging onto. 😅 Be safe have a blast and see you soon.

[@peaceoutlisar9500]

Oh and when you said there's cotton I was thinking you meant the salt treatment for the roads. I was like what? I had to keep rewinding until I comprehended what you said. 1st "the side of the road" hahaha...the zoomed in. Of course duh..silly me. 🤦‍♀️

[@lynngevity3724]

Will also be excited for you to see the Grand Canyon!

[@HomeGrownCountryGirl]

James, I think you should use a tarp and bungees to cover up that E bike. I would hate for that to get stolen from you on your travels. If it’s out of sight, out of mind for thieves, sorta. At least it’s not enticing some nefarious person if it’s covered. Glad you’re enjoying yourself out there! Be safe, looking forward to more of your adventures in upcoming episodes!

[@lucyjay7963]

Be safe. Safe traveling. Thanks for the video. Shoutout from Ohio. Cold here

[@VantasyAdventure]

Aww 🥹 you got me all emotional over here.. I'm so happy for you ❤❤❤. I'm looking forward to this entire adventure😃

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Awww thank you !!

[@DayeRussell]

OMG you're doing it bro. Enjoy your adventure but stay safe ❤☮️

[@TheWandaWomen]

I’m so excited for you 🎊 🎉

[@tanyacyrus7165]

Hi James. You were practically in my backyard when you visited the Dismal Swamp. It's amazing. Lake Drummond is amazing. It looks deep, but it's deepest point is about 7 feet. It looks so vast. In the Outer Banks of NC, the largest dunes on the East Coast are at Jockey Ridge. If I knew you were here, First Landing State Park has a campground. We would have definitely paid for your stay. There another location but it's too cold for tent camping @ False Cape State Park. You park and have to walk in the rest of the way.

[@SarahQMalone]

Fantastic video! 😂❤🎉

[@Catchjordanoutside]

Be safe look forward to see you on your journey

[@Theskynplug]

congrats james! i have happy tears

[@jcblackmon]

It is so fun to watch you soak in this experience!!

[@michelle_pw]

Enjoy the journey!

[@TheLyfeTheory]

Sooo Happy for you & your Full-Time adventures James! Coming from rural VA too. I cant wait to see through your lens with your Astro geekin out and enjoying nature 🥹 Stay Safe, Stay Warm on your travels

[@kaysenapowell5250]

Beautiful oceanfront safe travels

[@cherika_skates]

Awww I love this!!!❤❤❤❤

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you!

[@BeyondMyGardenGate]

So cool that you started your adventure at the Great Dismal Swamp! Your energy and vibe is so positive. I'm so excited for you and can't wait to see what's next

[@cinnamongmc5430]

You never see any wildlife critters while trekking through the swamp? What do you carry for protection just in case? Like a walking stick, pepper spray, or tazer? I've been subbed a while, but the videos are becoming so much alike for me. I'll stick around for just a while longer.

[@wextremeart4399]

You have to figure out not telling people where u are when u are there

[@angelbaby3824]

Yeah like post the vlog after you left the area

[@angelbaby3824]

He'll get the hang of it😊

[@sashabootcher888]

This should be pinned!

[@wextremeart4399]

You will need your bike definitely and congratulations ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ keep a eye on your van with moisture going in and out of climate God bless u i no he is protecting you everywhere you go may he hide you when your so tired and need rest and u park so u can get your full rest in Jesus name have fun ❤❤❤❤

[@virgosoulartz]

I loooove nature.. this is how we are suppose to be aye

[@Mrspurpleflowers]

😊 so happy for you🚙🚀

[@kampinglogik]

Epic brother!!

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you!!

[@Raykenn1]

Enjoy your adventure. Be careful 👍

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you!

[@msanabria8159]

BLESSINGS TO YOU JAMES.❤. Positive energy...Positive vibes..much love.❤😂🎉😂.

[@avasjoi]

Wow‼️ I’m reading a book about the maroons of the Great Dismal Swamp.

[@virgosoulartz]

what an interesting soul you are,. I recon yourd love where I live .. well the countrys parts.. my van is getting fixed .. I recon I'm gonna get a call real soon and I'm off yaayyyyyy

[@lflipsss]

Wow. I had no idea Hardees still exists. Remember their mini sliders from the early 00s?

[@curtisdavid2941]

There calling for snow here Friday we never get snow James but we are now I guess

[@eugeneholmesjr9795]

Peace brother James! ✊🏾👀💯 Riding wit ya! 👍🏾

[@lynngevity3724]

You gotta stop by the George Washington Carver historic site too! It is in Diamond, MO

[@michellecooper8818]

Welcome to the VA ( COVA) 🤓🤓🤓

[@Zorazora1234]

This was very very educational. I can’t believe I didn’t know the story of the maroons in VA/NC😮. Spent sometime in Elizabeth City when I was nomading ( lived in my Honda Element) for 3 years a few years back …. Familiar with the Jamaican Maroons! Toward the end, sand dunes, one of your shots reminded me of Amelia Island/American Beach in Florida, have you been there ? A lot of history… American Beach is a historic beach community in northeastern Florida once popular with African-American vacationers. It is located north of Jacksonville on Amelia Island in Nassau County. During the time of segregation and the Jim Crow era, African Americans were denied access to many public amenities such as public pools and beaches in order to increase the value of nearby real estate, among other reasons. In view of this Abraham Lincoln Lewis, Florida's first black millionaire and president of the Afro-American Life Insurance Company, founded American Beach as a resort community that was visited mostly by African Americans, though all were welcome.[4] It contains the American Beach Historic District, a historic district which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.

[@GregWells-m8z]

Great info on da pine trees

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you!

[@cinnamongmc5430]

What's the current temperature where your travel stop are? It would give us viewers an idea of what you're experiencing? You only eat once a day? Are you vegan? What about maintaining your dreads? What kind of oils do you use? How do you keep warm at night? Information would be useful to us contemplating traveling like this.

[@TimidTicks]

This is amazing brother. I'm proud you finally left Virginia. ❤I wonder what your inspiration or drive to go was.

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you so much!

[@comealongwithceceadverture1544]

Hello there from Cali 🤗🐕‍🦺🦮🐩🐕‍🦺🦮

[@Bass_Fishin_Jake]

You're probably long gone from the area but Cavalier Wildlife Management in Chesapeake is open to free camping thru DWR. The deer season is over so you'd probably be alone.

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you!! Yes I’ve been gone from that way for a couple days i definitely would have checked it out it’s there for the next time though!

[@hopemorrison2367]

Question in my mind why would you embark on a road trip in the height of winter roads are bad it's cold do you have winter tires

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

That’s the best adventures and yes I do have winter tires! So far it’s been amazing peace and plug ins are everywhere that’s why!

[@rastabilly6880]

#stayprayedup have fun God Bless....

[@TheEthnicExplorer]

Thank you!

[@gwendolynmccall4746]

👍🏾👋🏾🙏🏿

[@praisenmotionoutreach.mini421]

Your going to want to put your bicycle inside your van when you are leaving it parked

[@rbone143]

[@DayeRussell]

OMG you're doing it bro. Enjoy your adventure but stay safe ❤☮️