Van Life: Camping and Cooking In The Woods | Vanagon Westfalia | Living The Van Life

Embark on a van life adventure with me in the heart of the Oregon forest as I camp and cook in my Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia camper van! 🚐🌲
In this video, witness how I set up my van for straightforward outdoor cooking and discover the practical side of life on the road. 🍳🏞️
🏕️ Camp Cooking: Join me in preparing easy recipes with basic ingredients amid the serene Oregon forest.
🌅 Sunset Views: Experience the beauty of sunset in the deep forest, showcasing the simplicity of van life.
🛌 Vanagon Comfort: Explore the features of my Westfalia camper, highlighting the convenience of life on the go.
Whether you're a van life enthusiast or just intrigued by life on the road, this video provides inspiration, tips, and a glimpse into the van life experience.
🚗 Van Life | 🏕️ Camping | 🍽️ Outdoor Cooking | 🏞️ Oregon Forest | 🌅 Sunset Views | #VanLife #CampervanCooking #OregonForest #VanagonAdventure #OutdoorLiving
If you enjoyed the video, hit like, subscribe for more van life content, and drop a comment with your favorite camping recipe or van life hack! Peace out, keep on trucking! 🌟

[@zlatan_2197]

Sprinter is amazing and highly capable vehicle that made the Arctic trip possible, but that Vanagon has a soul. Feels more like a companion than a vehicle.

[@jerryhack5192]

Very well put.

[@waynehenson1094]

Agreed.

[@Sebastianstonum]

I vote Arctic trip in the vanagon!

[@simoncummins1964]

I've got a vanagon here in the UK been together over 20 years and you are spot on..

[@mikesievers1482]

​@@simoncummins1964I own some classic VW's. A 54 beetle that I purchased in 92 and a 69 going on ten years now, so I know what folks mean when they talk about soul. Never owned a vanagon,but a friend has one that we started calling the 'Chadagon' 👍

[@richardwalther6229]

Anything involving his old VW Van is something worth watching.

[@justsomeguy4260]

indeed.

[@atifjameel_aj]

I get excited whenever Chad drops any video.

[@Real29824]

Me too

[@theonly1film]

well said

[@jaystewart9947]

Same

[@jeffalderson9443]

Always love to see the Westy!

[@CellasChariot]

Not sure WTH it is about watching you prepare a meal out in the wilderness that I find so relaxing 😎 thanks for sharing Chad…keep on truckin’ 😊

[@irishdefense77]

Chad,in case you are not aware-you will kill your turbocharger in your diesel(or gas engine)by not idling it for a minimum of 3 minutes before shutting down.Turbos are cooled by the oil from the pan-and when that turbo is hot-the housing can be up to 800 degrees.Shutting your engine off like that will cause the oil to stop flowing-which is cooling it,and it’ll cook.The term is called coking and it’s real.Letting your engine idle for 3-5 minutes before shutdown will keep cooler oil flowing from the oilpan through the turbo which will cool the housing,and give your turbo a long life.

[@highway88hiking38]

Oh man, I'm so sorry about burning man. Looking forward to that video. Hope the freak weather doesn't keep you from going back. That's on my bucket as well.

[@panoramama]

I love it when I see old westy on the thumbnail

[@gianluca_casadio]

chad your vanlife videos are the best ever

[@soulstarmusiclover1254]

Chad you are like living the life. Enjoy your videos they are incredible. Be safe and keep on trucking 💫✨🌼

[@debrasill3678]

It's so relaxing watching you cook, and I get a lot of recipe ideas from you .thanks for the videos 😀

[@riceball_5]

I love how your videos have become the best of both worlds- classic OG Vanagon trips, and Sprinter van trips that push the limits. Great video as always 🍻

[@RosieSanjose-wj4qn]

Good to see u again chad..keep safe and healthy..keep on posting videos

[@liedebunker1253]

When I saw camping and cooking "In The Woods", I fell in love with the video immediately. Primitive camping always amazes me.👍👍

[@craigkibbe1506]

Good seeing you out and about, man! The food looked good too! I'd be enjoying that myself! I'll be canoe camping next week and enjoying the same relaxed hang. In Western NC, fall is arriving. Can't wait for late fall and winter! Enjoy!!!

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Chad. These types of videos are so relaxing to watch. Hope you had fun at Burning man.

[@LivingTheVanLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marcusoutdoors4999]

Can’t wait to see your take on Burning Man… should be a hell of a story

[@BigFrankRizzo]

Love the old VW Rig!!! 🍻🍻

[@beverlyvogel2201]

Was nice to see your video. I look forward to them. Keep them coming.

[@worklessenjoylifemore]

One of my subscribers recommended your channel and I’m glad she did!! Really enjoying watching your videos!! 🤙

[@aRVeesBlog]

wow very nice experience friend

[@donna1648]

Good to see you again....I have been gone too...but finally back to watch your great moments out in the Van Life!

[@LivingTheVanLife]

Welcome back!

[@chrishomel9558]

Glad to see the old Vanagon back in action. I had mine out in Oregon last month. Nothin' like driving vintage metal 2,000 miles.

[@DeepBlueSea692]

Who else be singing along with “This is Chad with living the van life” never gets old!

[@TherapeuticDriving]

the OG van!

[@otherwisewelcome9313]

Great cinematography and intentionality with your shots as always, Chad! Phenomenal content

[@lorisarreal211]

Love the old skool van and videos!! ❤

[@happily1977]

Thank you for another great video! You made my day! 👍

[@bettynajafi9223]

Thank youChad,That's amazing.

[@manuelg3244]

🎉😊 buenísimo

[@jaystewart9947]

Great content Chad. As usual!

[@franmarder1127]

💕I always enjoy your adventures. Thank you for sharing. Much love & respect.🪷

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Thank you for "showing, not telling". Great stuff.

[@gordon7470]

Watch all your videos Chad. Excellent. Thanks very much 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@yeah4me1]

Great shots. Thank you!

[@Asifkhan-px2jf]

Plz try to make alot of videos for the winter season .... m always waiting for winter and then for your new videos ❤

[@T0nyD1986]

I want to know where the Alaska footage is that he did early this year that he never posted

[@JD-yd3sj]

These videos just make the viewer happy

[@christophergarrett2721]

Chad, you make great videos. A true pleasure to watch them.

[@Syncrogreg]

The Boxeer engine TDI crawling that rock for leveling was so beautifully done 🙏

[@brendabinczewski7624]

Glad to see a video it’s been awhile. Thank you from Pennsylvania

[@georgestark4100]

Love the clawhammer banjo

[@manuelg3244]

Vanagon es la ostiaaaaa🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@daviscrt]

Great video as always. Thanks Don

[@marcleibovic6879]

Love your videography. Also, as an avid cyclist, I can't ever recall anyone lugging their bike to a ride strapped upside down to the roof of their vehicle.

[@supernova3490]

Love from Kashmir 🍁

[@deanwaller8283]

Oh yeah,the vanagon is BACK!!!!

[@jenboyles5381]

I hope you had great time at Burning Man! Hope your camp didn't get flooded , ya cuz who thought those words would ever go together 😮😮Nice to see the old vanagon again. Dinner looks yummy as always.

[@bak9451]

Love it my man 👌

[@frankmnowickl9010]

Wow fantastic overwhelming content

[@lorrieschiller5201]

Another great adventure. Thanks for sharing all that beautiful scenery. You could just tell it all makes you happy. Safe travels Chad. 🧡🍂

[@lorrieschiller5201]

@LivingTheVan hmm? Not sure what this means.

[@ruchiramunjal6061]

Another Great Camping Adventure Chad !! Be Safe And Keep On Trucking. Can’t Wait For Your Burning Man Videos.

[@stephaniejohn5232]

WOW CHAD THE VAN LOOKS GREAT

[@benoitgilardeau1555]

I really like your video, it’s relaxing and enjoyable, thank you

[@galegarcia1988]

Can’t wait for you to drop the burning man vid ! Hopefully it was a glass half full !!

[@DeeInvisible1]

Dopes van ever😮‍💨👑✈️

[@ansiansari1153]

nice video Chad and waiting for more.... :)

[@lorrieschiller5201]

Just saw post. Heading out. Looking forward to watching it later. Have a good day. 🍂🧡🍂

[@jaideepsharma9564]

This is cool I like this wen ❤ love it go go ahead good luck

[@denzibluesolinfinitymusicw6535]

I love your videos I used to binge watch them.

[@duanerichardson1669]

Love your taste in music that you use in your videos Chad.

[@lawrencef3560]

Omg Burning man! that means we will be expecting to see the disastrous 2023 Burning Man video later lol.. Im so looking forward to it and how you survived!

[@marciacoker2968]

Nice camping gadgets 😊 Yummy stir fried veggies!! Sad to hear of the wild fires, Hope all is well. Stay safe 🤩👋

[@injunnfuz6698]

Great to watch your video awesome chat

[@cathyfloridagirl2867]

CHAD'S IN THE HOUSE!! Yeah Buddy You're hood Ll Vanigan ❤Beautiful scenery n mountains ⛰ Chad 😋 yummy on your dinner

[@anserkhan9430]

So glad u kept the vw !! Stay blessed bro!!!

[@williamthawley9251]

very healthy meal.

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

Cool little pack table

[@jeepersdelight]

Jase from MD here.. My Brother and I saw Charley Crockett when he came to town, one my favs! Cheers Chad!

[@Asifkhan-px2jf]

Nice to see you in the van from which you have started first 🎉 ..... m always waiting for your new video 👍...... nice to see your video like before.

[@AndrewElliott-kb9uc]

Great vlog as always 😀

[@jada4334]

I miss you too Love seeing that update on the puppies 🎉

[@user-cd6hh1km9k]

The height of your accomplishments will equal the depth of your convictions.

[@eadlondon-nm2uy]

First time watching. Beautifully filmed landscape + music. Thank you (watching from UK).

[@liedebunker1253]

The food looks delicious.

[@dalidydutchgirl634]

12am here now , watching Chad cook amazing food ...Again! This looks amazing I'm hungry now

[@susang994]

Always enjoyable whichever van you’re in.

[@ebutuoy451]

Can’t wait to hear how you went at flooding, I mean burning man. Once again, awesome videography.

[@SHIVRAJPATIL-2424]

Wow, VERY NICE ❤🎉🎉

[@LivingTheVanLife]

Thanks 🤗

[@poges]

Always love your cooking Chad. Nice to see your adventures in the vanagon. Wondering how things went at burning man. We heard it was very wet there. Hope you got out ok.

[@kdscrapping4452]

Nice trip!!

[@DadDuck412]

Don’t get me wrong I love the Sprinter but the VW is awesome. Like when I first started watching

[@danielwilliams9625]

Thanks for sharing. Great to see you camping in the old VW again. Cool vehicle. Maybe you should consider a trip to the Northeast next summer. I think you might like visiting the Adirondacks, Greens, Whites and Baxter State Park. Beautiful mountains!

[@johnsimpson8198]

Just love your videos Chad,keep on trucking!!!

[@chimochills]

Well done intro brother.

[@langley1400]

Your videos make me think of the “Chicken Soup For The Soul” books because your videos are good for the soul. 👍

[@justsomeguy4260]

great video

[@elliothagen9874]

Always liked the VW Westphalia's. Like to see the new 1's with the VW diesel

[@juanjosesilvafigueroa583]

bien con todo el video como siempre felicidades

[@juanjosesilvafigueroa583]

@LivingTheVan am i? :D

[@AnupBoro-jg9ct]

Chad you're record style is awesome

[@mikebagg9155]

You lost me when the Brussel sprouts came out 😂

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

Can't wait for your Burning Man videos.

[@nateoreilly6885]

Awesome stuff, Chad. I’ll check Charlie Crockett. Yeee yee!!

[@aj2281ca]

Excited to see your experience at the chaotic Burning Man 2023.

[@elib7311]

You’ve been missed.❤

[@user-om5zg4fl9f]

All perceiving is also thinking, all reasoning is also intuition, all observation is also invention.

[@kaydodds2842]

This is what I'm planning on doing in UK,,,😊 can't wait,,, great vids🤗

[@LivingTheVanLife]

You should!

[@LivingTheVanLife]

You should!

[@jballester34]

A great spot that place in Oregon.

[@Zukue]

cool

[@St.PatricksTrades2]

Saw your vids with Talon on the RR, what a rocking time that had to be!

[@nancy27c]

Love the VW Vanagon. FYI, there were no backup lights when in reverse. Love all the hard work you put into your content.