VAN TOUR: SOLO 75 YEAR OLD TRAVELS FOR FUN & FREEDOM

Carol did most of the work converting her 2012 Ford Transit Connect XLT to a camper. She said, “I figured if I could sew, I could cut wood!” And she did a great job. This was her first camping experience and her first women's meetup.
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[@alyssakrauss1158]

That's my grandma!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗 💙🦋💙

[@vloggynana]

She's lovely ❤

[@BootsCanlas]

❤❤❤

[@kimrinehart2301]

❤🎉

[@Alexandra0707]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ericadavenport2039]

She is very wise to keep her house. Everyone, especially the elderly, need a safety net.

[@CuzmicTarot]

I totally agree 💕💕

[@CuzmicTarot]

I totally agree with you 🙌🏾💕💕🤗

[@silviannedelmars8084]

Some of us don't have that option financially, unfortunately. Would love to be able to have a house and travel. Since I don't, I'm choosing the more affordable -- and more fun -- option!

[@vloggynana]

Some have no choice and have to sell.

[@emartin851]

It's just a money pit, not worth keeping if you enjoy traveling more. Sell & put that money away for future needs, let it build interest, there are many retirement home options.

[@kathyschaefer2455]

Hi Carol I’m 70 my husband is 76. So great seeing you and how happy you are.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes! Thank you! 😊

[@judyconnelly6919]

Love her setup! I will be 79 next month and I go in my 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. Have a really bad back and I am slow but who cares, I have all the time I need!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Love your attitude. 💙🦋💙

[@azsand6315]

Every reason she gave to do this is exactly what I have said to myself. This summer is my year.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Good for you! 💙🦋💙

[@suezaple4950]

WOW Carol sure doesn't look 75 I thought she was a bit younger , I am 66 , Just goes to show age is only a number so live life the way you want and have fun as long as your able , Love her build and attitude .what a great set up with everything having its place , I love that water faucet going to have to find me one . fantastic work . Thanks for introducing us to Carol she is inspiring .

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes she is.

[@susansmith2969]

Love her! I’m turning 70 this year so it’s always great to find women, including YOU, who are doing it!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you, Susan. 😊

[@sharonw1932]

Beautiful, and I love her confidence I like when she says, just do it.

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@GodDutyHonorCountry]

She’s so sweet, and does NOT look 75! What an awesome spirit!

[@jtwanderer6328]

So inspiring -- especially after recovering from health issues. Adventure is still possible. Thank you.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes, it's possible. The real world awaits! 😊

[@Kimberley_Black_White_TV]

@@ButterflyTracks You comment makes me want to cry. Traveling like this is my dream.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@judyzeigler3980]

I have been dreaming about this for more than three years and still am not on the road. Transportation being the main issue, but I really want to do it. I will be 75 in Aug. my daughter keeps saying Mom you don’t need to be running all over camping you’re too old. I let her know that there are men and women in their 80’s and 90’s out there all ages are out having a good life. Am working on it. Hope to see you all on the road sometime soon.

[@ButterflyTracks]

We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@rachelpruneau387]

Love this set up and her attitude! Appears a lot younger than her stated age of 75!!!

[@user-js4xl9nv8r]

What's nice about van life, for women, in particular, you get freedom, from life's responsibilities, you have adventure, you meet people to befriend, you learn, you explore and, in and on. So often, we are told by society, being home, caring for family, is enough. Look at where women are today. We are a source to reckon with. More power to us all. This video was inspiring. If you are thinking about it, if you have the means to do it, if you have the time to do it then, just do it. What do you have to lose? You can, always, pack it in! Thank you. Watching from, Ontario 🇨🇦

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thanks! 🤗

[@monana1711]

The van setup looks great, very organized. I have a house and a camper van. I want to eventually sell my house and build a smaller house just for a home base. Dreams...😉

[@ButterflyTracks]

🩵🦋🩵

[@barba5537]

You have to have the dream to get there... all the best to you in achieving your dream.

[@amyd1549]

Congrats! I too am a "weekend warrior" and had several medical issues slowing me up BUT the past 2 years made up for all setbacks! Enjoy!!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Congratulations to you too! 🙂

[@NancyBuckley-nu8hc]

Best lesson.... to not be afraid

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@maryhobson7523]

Hi Carol!!! So nice to see you here❤️ I’m the one who stopped by to see your rig and told you about the laundromat 😂 I didn’t recognize you right away but knew your bedding - the sheet embroidered with your mother’s name 🤗 It was a great meetup and I hope I’ll see you again down the road! Mary

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗

[@kallasusort2986]

Carol is sharp and done a great job on her vehicle. Many Blessings on your travels.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thanks, you too!

[@mountainlace7618]

Ive warched all of your videos & many others. Im in the process of purchasing a vehicle that will allow me to join in on this amazing adventure. My husband of 52 yrs passed this past November, my kids are all grown & live all over the country. Im ready. As soon as my doctor says i can go im gone 🤗♥️

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@janetkoball44]

I really appreciate that you have seniors on your channel alot. I'm an older senior and am waiting to be able to go to a women's meet up around Oklahoma. Thanks from Central Oklahoma.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@cwstyle3]

Hi Jan. I love her travel van. It is very colorful and organized. I wish her happy travels. Thank you Jan for sharing. 🤗💕

[@ButterflyTracks]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@kimberlyw3847]

So happy for you. I don’t want to be that person that wishes they had done more with their life 🩷 you have given great encouragement

[@dross24MA]

"Stop dreaming, just do it! " -- what a great plaque!

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

Carol, you really did your build to work for you. Great skills !! Enjoy the journeys ❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@Rlaplante73]

Great job and so happy for you to be able to enjoy your senior years on the road.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you!

[@JosephineOliver-qh1te]

Your Grandma sounds like a lovely lady, and I love how she just oozes with confidence and happiness, good for her..love from Australia 🥰 🦘🌻🍂

[@karenshirley5449]

Very nice, Safe travels, Thanks for Sharing, Many Blessings 🙏🙏🙏

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! You too!

[@EmiliaGarcia-sh1my]

H Jan and Carol 🙋‍♀️ Love this video ❤️Carol is awesome 👍❤ Nice build and so organized ❤️😊 Safe travels ❤😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! You too! 💙🦋💙

[@Forestventures]

This lady is so sweet as can be, love her. ❤ Love her van super cute

[@billiefaircloth7315]

"Just do it!"❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@joanndavis4843]

It's so good to see another convert👍! The experiences all told, seem to match up too. One thing I'll take away from this is that learning how to sew comes in handy😉.

[@ButterflyTracks]

It sure worked for her. 💙🦋💙

[@denisephillips9269]

Nice van Carol! Am sure you have inspired women to follow suit. Enjoy, safe travels.

[@ButterflyTracks]

I hope so!

[@yvettechristensen8315]

Very well done, I could easily travel in that.

[@claudettesteeves]

🎊 You are the bomb!! So pleased to see you do this. You encourage me! 🎉

[@ButterflyTracks]

🩵🦋🩵

[@ritawoodfork3086]

I think she has a cozy well thought out rig!

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@cc-camper-lady]

So nice! She is talented lady. Great build!!

[@ButterflyTracks]

She sure is. 😊

[@carolhieter3916]

What a nice little set up! Everything is so nice & neat! Happy travels, y'all.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! You too!

[@wanderlust62]

Enjoyed the tour, great setup with amazing touches like the window screens! The lined bin for shoes is fantastic, I need to do that, so simple... and cheap!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Right?! 🤗

[@emeraldcoastgardensfl7323]

Love the sunshade she purchased. And the screening she made looks so professional!!!! Smart 🤓

[@ButterflyTracks]

She was a product specialist for Brother sewing machines. A true expert seamstress. 😊

[@myfamilyismyworld]

@@ButterflyTracksshe could almost have a business on the road taking orders and making things for people. A skill I wish I had!

[@evelyngagnon3529]

You go girl. Lv your space, great job. Hope to meet you on the rd

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗

[@diannastavros5086]

Wonderful!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Many thanks!

[@BohoFreedom]

I really like this lady............smart and inspiring!

[@jeepexperts7899]

Nice and graceful grandmother ❤

[@aleciassurvivingthelossofa1705]

I love the slip cover for the mattresses, the softer cot , water faucet, many many smart ideas. The cardboard template is my favorite! Thank you for sharing!

[@wanderingoutyonder]

Wow! What a fantastic lady!! We love to hear that people are getting out there!! Way to go Carol!

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗

[@MSWcryptoworker]

I’m 71 married to a sick ( he’s sick since 2020) man and have a new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander. I’m in Kern County California and will travel to some meet-ups soon. Love ur channel!!

[@ButterflyTracks]

We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe - Chasing Waterfalls: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@rebeccapatterson649]

Now, that is the life. Hope, I live long enough to do it!

[@PeacefulTraveller888]

Such a lovely and smart lady. I think she is great❗️🩷

[@lindaselover2536]

I'm turning 75 soon, but I probably need to sell my house in order to buy a van and retire to travel. Planning on it, hope to do it soon. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@ButterflyTracks]

We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe - Chasing Waterfalls: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@brendamastricola5444]

Thanks for sharing your cute & practical transit. Loved it, and your spirit for fun & adventure. 😂

[@ButterflyTracks]

You are so welcome! 💙🦋💙

[@SydHalley]

Lovely lady!

[@ekdaufin1485]

FANTASTIC set up! 🎉

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you!! 😁

[@janelle78613]

The sewn screen is brilliant!!! I kept thinkijg there must be a wau to put permanent screens on the windows like the Rv's do🎉

[@cordilliabaker7037]

I just love your van it's so beautiful inside ,I would live there it's really cute.....

[@MindyGothia-oo4cj]

I love this lady! Safe travels and live your best life ❤️

[@aprilbaxter2578]

What a great idea with the window screen and the reflectix! I think that's what I'll do when the time comes. I'm having a health issue, but big dreams. Carol is wonderful, creative, gracious. I'm so glad she got to experience her dream. I have an older little dog. I don't think he'd have enough room to roam in the van if we had bad weather. I'd love to meet Carol some day.

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗

[@Grijsduif]

Amazing! We are never to old!

[@pattyann7803]

Another great van tour.

[@ButterflyTracks]

🩵🦋🩵

[@dianekurley4963]

Great inventive thinker, using wonderful ideas for creative comforts.

[@ChrisW228]

You can’t stand up, but you can sit on a bed with lots of storage underneath and lot of headroom on top. I can’t do that in my minivan camper. :)

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes. With a bit larger foot print. 😊

[@BohoFreedom]

I love your videos because you just let people talk and share who they are and what they are doing. You always make it about THEM. ♥ Kudos.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! 😊

[@carriecreates1207]

She did a great job!!!

[@paulao7022]

I heard some stories about, people getting really bad sick. Since they kept their homes....it made it a lot easier on them. Then latter, they got back to RV camping.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes, but i figured It would be much cheaper to go to a hotel temporarily. 😊 Not to mention the sress of paying the payment/rent, insurance, utilities, taxes, maintenance/upkeep and worrying about the condition of it when you don't plan on living there.

[@LisaSimplified]

You are so impressive! Great job. I am inspired.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! 😊

[@mooselll]

Wow! Very impressive.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you very much! 🤗

[@patricialawrence7459]

How can we find a ladies group?​

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@lindamorris6881]

She did wonderful job!

[@carolynbaket8339]

How awesome I wanted to do this I am 71 not sure I could afford gas. But I am happy for you❤❤❤❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@maryhight6030]

She did an amazing job building her van.👏👏 You are awesome lady. 🎉🎉❤

[@wandoorose]

Beautiful van! Good health & many joyful journeys to you. Another inspiring video. Thank you.💖

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@ArielDylanre1]

You did a ln amazing job! I also love how you utilized the space in every nook and cranny of your van. Well done 💙

[@Locd4life707]

Amazing Lady with an amazing van setup! She is correct. Just do it! Another thing is don't overthink it! Your van/Rig doesn't have to be brand new. But try and find a reliable affordable one. I'm two years into my van-life journey and I wish I would have done it sooner!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Well said! 💙🦋💙

[@southerngirlyall6497]

Very organized!! Nice!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes it was! 🩵🦋🩵

[@paulakintigh3298]

What a cool lady! Inspiring.

[@l.g.4451]

Thank you for sharing your cozy and cute van with us. I'm so impressed with you older ladies willing to get out there and enjoy all aspects of a new adventure. Kudos to you.

[@user-dr2js7bv2i]

Her van looks pretty cozy. I like the idea of the water container instead of full plumbing. Too many issues with mold that I've seen. Also having a portable battery to charge cell and lights is great. She's got sewing talents!❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

She's got it together.

[@angelabraggs7614]

Nice!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thanks!

[@patriciarhodes5977]

Great work!! I love all the thought you put into your van!❤❤

[@MooniiplaitsCrochet]

Awesome. So inspirational.

[@cindyneal5580]

Wow Carol its amazing , you have thought of almost everything ...enjoy your travels..

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@theJuniverse]

I’ve thought about doing something similar with screens, but couldn’t quite picture how it would work. Your idea is significantly better than mine. Great job.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joycemaurer3588]

Well she was such a sweetie! Very nice van set up.

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@sandraschaeffer6365]

Fantastic! So happy for you. 😊

[@bambihargrove6499]

❤😊Great Build.😊

[@telanca]

What a thoughtful van! Good work!

[@lindasimmons-pe9ew]

Awesome van setup❤️👍🏻

[@BootsCanlas]

Such an inspiration ❤

[@maricotodiz4475]

She is so cute! 🥰

[@debrawest4859]

Really nice van, did an awesome job with it. I long to hit the road and try it but financially, it can't happen. Hopefully some day before I can't anymore. Have fun and safe travels!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Best of luck of luck to you, Debra. 🤗

[@debbies6192]

Very smart and convenient set up!!!

[@barbara514]

Wonderful work

[@teresarobinson4911]

Great video and wonderful job Carol! It was a pleasure to meet you

[@carolbaker7279]

Inspiring!!!🥰

[@cherylcalder3402]

Hi, Carol. You did an excellent job on your van. Have fun out there!

[@angelaratzay9034]

Very well organized, great job looks cosy well done

[@rhondamckinley4373]

Thank you

[@bonitastjulienlepauvre6489]

This is very inspiring

[@rockydaleo6998]

I love your positive attitude! Planning to do my build within a year! Thanks

[@ButterflyTracks]

Go for it! 💙🦋💙

[@smooth111012]

Well done, you have done well creating an awesome home in a van.

[@roseszabo9472]

You are such an inspiration! Thank you so much!

[@ButterflyTracks]

You are so welcome!

[@sharonholley6517]

Awesome