Winter Vanlife in Canada: HUGE Perk - Escape the City

[@whatsananna]

I dearly love winter camping - definitely my favorite. No bugs, quieter and cheaper, and just why the doctor ordered to unwind. 😊

[@jennyaston4822]

Stella and penny are absolutely gorgeous, the scenery beautiful, Enjoying your channel so much, thank you.

[@Thinkforyourselves64]

Be careful; in the blink of an eye an eagle or hawk or fox could grab your sweet kitty and take off! -From one cat-lover to another!

[@kathleensauerbrei5199]

Somehow, watching you technically in the middle of nowhere with the snow and the quiet and the squirrels yelling at you gives me a lot of calm. Thank you so much your videos relax me

[@deecee9479]

So I see you did get 20K overnight as you figured. 👏 Good job! Nice to see a fellow Albertan living the life. I’ve lived the van life in the 80s with my parents before it was cool LOL. We lived in it for 2 months at a rig location. It wasn’t near as enjoyable as being in a campground. My parents weren’t doing it for the actual camping experience though so I’ve always craved that. I camp now as an adult because of that. I can handle pretty rustic as long as I’m warm at night. And we don’t use our furnace in our camper. Enjoying your videos. Hope you make it up to the Edmonton area at some point. I’d love people to see this area (through your eyes).

[@erobinson988]

I was going to ask you about them going out.

[@jenniferlarsonjaylaplans]

Love the haircut ❤

[@wandaesch7314]

Ya up I;get the cut the hair off. Last summer I went from below shoulder length to a short pixie cut. Had lots of travels, backpacking and hiking trips planned and the last thing I wanted to deal with was washing hair and keeping it out of the way I did mean I had to get a wide brimmed hat to shield that new skin from the sun.

[@garyfarber4081]

I enjoy how simple and down to earth your video’s are. No idea what job you were laid off from, but I would think that you would be a real asset to an employer.

[@jo100]

Being in Nature, is great for your Mental Health and Your Body Health too, my Brothers and Sisters.

[@Bernimv]

You getting start on the day " True Bush Wilderness Outdoorsman" comes to mind..OMG I used to buy Bazooka bubble gum 5 for a penny many many years ago interesting..definitely enjoyed this video ty uuuujust gonna gave to try that Parmigiano-Reggiano

[@lucwillemsens1901]

Hi, I’m Luc, I live in Belgium and this week I came across your videos and I love it! Great Video with your iphone 13, really professional quality. Here it is also winter that begins but there is no snow. I like your lifestyle.. to be on an adventure without having the other office problems. You are very brave. I am almost 60 years old, two children who work in the hospital. I work in Luxembourg during the week, it’s 200KM from home. There I have a small apartment to be close to my work. I speak French and I try to come better in English. Yes, I forgot I’ve been working in a bank for 38 years or life is not easy. I’ll tell you about the rest tomorrow. Good night 😊

[@consuelobsaldana3881]

Hello from Fresno Ca

[@victoriabaker6943]

I miss winter in the woods. It reminds me of our fir forest on our farm. We would tag trees in spring/summer then in Late November cut the tagged trees. It was so beautiful.

[@2000talon]

Hello from Alberta too,if you find yourself on highway #16 stop in at mannville vintage indoor flea market;] ive got a plug in camp out .

[@erobinson988]

You get to sit down when you cook. I don't haha

[@nightnurse2543]

Just discovered your channel enjoying the content 😀 Many thanks Diane 🇬🇧

[@VanlifePLUS]

Welcome to the channel, I’m very happy to hear you are enjoying it 😁

[@jenkilmury4617]

Not a whole lot of snow here yet (Southern Ontario) - but it’s coming. I’m living in my Dodge Caravan at the moment and trying to figure this whole thing out. Blessings.

[@Katiedid1975]

WOW, congratulations on the 18 K. Finally getting a little of what you deserve.🤗

[@rachadventuresinliv]

Getting away from the city enjoying the serenity peaceful winter scenery 😍 Could the moisture in your wheel wells be from being to air tight, I wonder if you were to make small air vent that would eliminate the condensation issue 🤔 Take care Much love 🤗🤗

[@connieshutts7074]

❤ Love the new look and yes it is easier to take care of. Love the creatively for dinner.. It is quiet in the woods soothing for the mind..

[@Quantum_Luna]

You pushed the wrong button, it blurred out when you had your shirt off! 😂

[@rebeccachandler6901]

You make winter camping look fun 🧊

[@christinamann3640]

Grilled cheese sandwich, gotta love a nostalgic classic 🧀🥚🥪

[@charlene5461]

Love the piano music, the camp site, the bonfire and the hair cut! But love Stella and Penny MORE!! 💖😺💖😸💖🤗💖

[@beverleybarclay7990]

Hi, just wanted to say, I love your channel. Stella and Penny are awesome. I have 3 rescue cats, the oldest is 19 and allows the rest of to live here. Lol. Also have 2 rescue dogs, 1 weighting 130 lbs..Tell Amber I would watch her and River. Amber you can do it!!!!!

[@mdd4866]

your channel beginning to blow up now! congrats bud.

[@sheryllucero7497]

Nature really heals. Camping is my favorite thing to do to decompress and it doesn't matter if it's 5 miles away or two hundred miles away.

[@jesse.ruxspin]

Ah man love me some k country n Mac creek , plz say hi to Stella n Penelope from my cats bethany and pete, safe travels brother

[@imallierambles]

I live in my rv and you reminded me that I’m not out here to be in the rv but to be outside. Yet since it’s turned colder I just don’t want to head outside. But you’ve inspired me. Thx!

[@skistrycharski6999]

🍀I sooo enjoy your company 🍀

[@ladycats3810]

The sound of propane outdoors leading up to boiling snow. I love thé cinématographie!!

[@blessedveteran]

I agree, when I went to basic training I shaved my head (freaked all my friends out lol). I was so glad I didn't have to wash my long hair and keep it in a bun while doing training...I see why they have the guys do it, way easier 👍

[@Camille_Lee_Eon]

I did the almost the same thing during basic training. I just left it a little long on the top. I got tired of getting yelled at.

[@cristinamason6593]

Yikes! I’m from Texas. I remember gathering snow in pots and melting them by the fireplace. It took a lot of snow to get a decent amount of water.

[@stevenpetty1694]

Matthew What no review on the candy bar 😂

[@myvanlife1]

My comment disappeared too, what's up youtube? My original statement was grats on your explosion of subscribers and that you deserve it so I don't understand why that was deleted but not surprised!

[@VanlifePLUS]

Thanks man!

[@JustMe27_05]

Love the new haircut Matt !!! 👍🏼🤗👌🏼🥰

[@strawberrychampagne593]

Im here again watching your second vid🤗 love the cats! Stella😼😽 & Penny are soo huggable! Your place is sooo cold 🥶🥶🥶and oh! I wanna taste that bazooka soda lol "nostalgia" 😁 idk why it feels relaxing seeing the snow and the choice of music fits..Be safe!

[@kristiina6897]

Totally prefer your head buzzed! 👍😊

[@scottyoung5351]

Hey matt I know they sell Bags with some sort of Pellet In them That's soak up moisture Maybe you could put 1 of those in your wheel well You know people put them in their closet and basements

[@Camille_Lee_Eon]

It is called "Damp Rid". They sell it at most Walmarts, hardware stores and Amazon too. At Walmart they sometimes sell it in different areas: Household (the aisle where you would see mops, brooms, buckets, laundry assortments), automotive, (near the port-a-pottie stuff) and the hardware section. I always put the hanging one in my bathroom on the shower rod to help with moisture. Then a couple in the basement...you would be surprised,I think, as to how much moisture they collect. Also, I recommend saving those little drying packets whenever you get a shipment, put them into a container that can breathe, but that Stella and Penny can't get into...scatter the containers around...and it will help with moisture. Sorry...lol...I am highly allergic to mold....kind went on a OMGOSH panic rant...

[@denverdubois5835]

Yes, Damp-Rid! I love that stuff! I buy the hanging bags for my basement (which is surprisingly damp given that I live in droughty California) and for my closet as well. They work a treat! I'd say if you just put one in each wheelwell you won't have any more problems. Just change 'em out every couple of weeks probably, maybe less often.

[@AnnJSundayDrives]

Lol love the sound effects.. made me laugh out loud 🤣 Penny needs a harness that is designed for her body type .. lol I got that from the weight loss ad I was forced to watch for 5 seconds. Hope you can find a way to keep your wheel boxes dry. Good thing you checked though because mold is a bad thing! Take care Matthew. ☘️

[@somethinggreg5784]

Kitty cats run away in the cold snow!

[@tripletgirl2484]

Your content is never boring😀 I like your editing!

[@workinprogresssince1974]

I really have to make one of those sandwiches now!

[@zeveroarerules]

God damn that's so gorgeous... As it turns out, your cold is supposedly comming to Europe. We might have snow next week :) I can't wait!

[@taniajonathan1019]

I love when I see photos from the past and they my cats the best

[@susancaleca4796]

You never have to worry about nearby relatives popping by

[@bellelindamoser9069]

nice to meet you. Subscribed and so far so good

[@BonnieBae]

It been really beautiful watching your creativity grow. Seeing you venture out of your "comfort zone" and trying new things is spectacular. I am enjoying as I always have. I rarely comment because there are plenty who will on every video. However, there is always something to be said when an artist starts to try new things. Its not easy because you never know how it will be received. Especially, doing it while your channel is growing. Risky. I love it. The sound on this one was pristine. The shots were creative and really played on the cozy feelings that winter and snow can bring. The haircut was a great play on the new start. You did it all very well because to the non creative eye, you just feel the perfect natural flow and never question it. Round of applause for keeping it real AND making that entertaining. I love the hair cut, you were handsome before but with the beard and the short cut. mmmmmhmmmm Easy on the eyes good sir. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us random folks.

[@geaknol]

What a beautiful vlog, the mountains, the snow, the lake, your little girl, the love in your family, your friendship with Amber, Penny, I loved it, thank you Matthew for sharing❤

[@gillianb_aus]

Enjoyed the video. You must be happy to see subs pass 18k, it's amazing how they took off all of a sudden.

[@vallovesnature8449]

Working my way through Chapter One. I’m on number 73. Summer haircut in November? Low maintenance for sure. Condensation is a pain. Had to use an ice scraper on mine this morning. Stay awesome Matt! Sending you, Stella & Penny lots of hugs and love ❤️❤️❤️

[@101HFC]

Love the Van life man we are watching in Scotland. Be safe dude 🙏

[@Pammellam]

Hey, winter camping is glorious! Quite, pretty! So calming! Loved the snow melting. You need to get your camp chair out in front of the camp,fire for better warmth! Grilled cheese with egg looks yummy! Hey, every time I open the vlog, it is up another 1000 subs! How cool is that. Moisture is the Bain of van-life. I wonder if there is something you can put in there to keep that area dry. Desiccant packs??

[@championfortheunderdog]

Would have been funny to park in B 52 😆- ( half way through the video) I forgot to add you might like Iamoutdoorsy - they seem like really nice folks and they have done every wintering camping scenario under the sun. They are humble folks and very talented

[@katherinespong]

My comment disappeared. Just asking if Matthew will be stringing us along and if so, good, I will have time to take Chuck Norris (my wolf dog) to the dark dog park.

[@kerrymcclaren3082]

8:42 the way this is shot in this moment is phenomenal.

[@morganmaddison8633]

geez, I live in Calgary and only been to MacLean Creek once years and years ago 4 wheelin~.....looks like a nice place to camp and it looks so calm out there surrounded by the tall trees - enjoy the campout

[@christophermorales3175]

I'm new subscriber. It's my second time I watch chrome's video about your van tour. I say this guy is cool so I watch your video. And now I'm a subscriber.

[@teresap.5991]

My husband's a photographer self-trained but very good and he is all about the boca! Just loves the Boca ‼️💯😊🖐️ Lovin'the content. Keep them coming.

[@m.a.maliawojciechowskichat6729]

🌴Tnxs 4 da nice recipe. Will look 4 truffle oil. 👍

[@JayneW911]

Thank you for your snow ❄️ camping, I'm stranded in Florida & miss the snow 😁 I'm starting to think 🤔 that only Americans & Canadians know what a Whore's Bath is!🤣 Nobody else has EVER heard of this!!🪣💦🧽

[@TheLeopardGirl]

That thumbnail looks scary you and that axe again reminds me of "here's Johnny!"😱

[@jackieluckyangel5610]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@jackieluckyangel5610]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@MikeBabsBC]

I saw that Forty Creek cup! Best whiskey ever. And their Forty Creek Cream absolutely blows Baileys out of the water... Especially the Nanaimo flavor.. .... Now I need to go do some winter camping. Miss McLean creek,.

[@sherrya.1060]

Now that's one handsome young man. How will Amber react to your new do?

[@bernadettewilliams6361]

Why do egg sandwiches always have to be gooey in order to taste good🤔. Anyway, new to your channel and enjoying ….great content and love your easy way with humor.

[@BibiProvenceBBSmoothMusic]

You are too much fun!! 😊

[@theroad2487]

Phew!!! Glad you found the condensation before it became a big problem. You will figure out a creative solution, I am sure!!!!

[@danelbowden982]

just start watching today .. love what your doing

[@abeach5420]

🙌👏 *Fabuuulous Matthew . . .great filming/edit...so on point* !! I knnnnow all the 'extra' footage of 'the' Penne Lope was just for me, so tx...hehe. I kid . . . .orrrr doooo iiiii?! Luved the camp out in snow a lot. p.s. Doe you not need those fab 'tresses' to keep your head warm for the next 7 months?! Congrats on well over 18 thousand subs....sooo deserved and hope everyone new knows da 'rules and regulations'....that your community does not stand for any shady shenanigans!!

[@TechIsGods]

We love you and the cats Mathew.

[@thestreets5206]

Had the same on my van ... any tiny area without insulation would condensate... you'll sort it I'm sure . I'm currently building my self a camper conversion out of a box van , I can't wait until it livable.... bricks and sticks is not for me 👍👍

[@sidgreensides6709]

Your vids have a calming effect. Good to listen. Your situation is very relatable. You reasure us that all will be fine... Live long and prosper..Sid.

[@jerrybuckelew1418]

To me it has always been easier to breath in the snowy area's

[@jerrybuckelew1418]

Always choose country over city myself.

[@m.a.maliawojciechowskichat6729]

🌴 I'd say, "daaannnggg" ur brave. Oh! I see. Camp bath. Second "daaannnggg". Yikes! You took ur hair off. Okay, got it. New chapter.💚 Winter camping is so 👍 nice. Thanks for sharing.💙Be safe. Gotta go get my Jackery before the rain comes. See ya!, 💜

[@laurastewart2418]

Actually that was very interesting seeing the sandwich 🥪 going together

[@mokeebear]

It's great to see a camp ground open at this time of year. Will it be open all winter long because it looks like a nice place to unwind. To bad you have to buy your own wood though.

[@alliedmanticoregaming]

I literally just stumbled across this channel last night and I can say I’m already really interested in the content. I’ve seen other channels do something similar but not living in a van. Almost makes me wanna try something like this myself 😂

[@abeach5420]

Hiya . . . for your very heart of hearts try to go back through Matthew's content from the start or at least the last year. He is the real deal.

[@VanlifePLUS]

Glad you found it man, welcome to the channel!

[@angelapietras1235]

That toasty looked delicious 😋

[@susancaleca4796]

Making me hungry

[@zooedca]

Much better with ketchup... Thanks as always for the video!

[@Nikki-ok2bf]

Hope you're feeling better Matthew

[@listentoyourself8422]

Do more of YOU out there! Seen plenty of the intros already...

[@VanlifePLUS]

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[@CanadianCampPurr]

Excellent video!!!....just the right length to watch before my steelers vs bengals game.

[@Metoo1111]

I have three of those motion lights in my basement. In the dark areas and they’re just amazing I just love them and they last like forever

[@Monaz1]

Hello! I'm fairly new to your channel. What kind of stove/heating situation do you use?

[@GrannyGrice]

I LOVE THE HAIRCUT! Looks amazing on you! Btw, i ammm a professional! Loved the video good job Matt! I like your new iPhone!

[@StevelsCamping]

I'll be out to Mclean this weekend... just not in the proper camping spots... crown land camping is pretty much all I do.

[@crash403]

You’ve really go that mic spot on now!

[@VanlifePLUS]

Didn’t use the mic at all in this episode!

[@crash403]

@@VanlifePLUS wow the sound seemed really good!

[@MsSoozy]

Looks like a nice spot Matthew, I have been looking at the Bragg Creek area for next year, not too far from Calgary. Totally enjoyed this one and that sandwich looked very tasty. 😊

[@Pondsofpurple]

Lol its funny I find that I don't think I would like winter camping 🏕 ... but really you make it look worth trying one day. You made it look fun and doable...even in the Great White North. Thanks for sharing your evening Matt and 🐈 🐱

[@TheLeopardGirl]

Great vlog Matthew loved all the snow😊 That sandwich looked amazing😋 If you're going to keep cooking like that then you'll have to marry me 👰 because a man that can cook that well should not be single!!!🤣 #waytoagirlsheart!!!

[@VanlifePLUS]

I will never get tied down! Lol

[@TheLeopardGirl]

@@VanlifePLUS Not into bondage then!!!🤣 Marriage isn't about restricting freedom that's just what people do to eachother to be in control but I was only joking babe don't worry!😉

[@jollyroad18750]

Will have to hit this after work !!

[@cherylfisk7698]

Sometimes a meal just thrown together like that turns out to be better than a well planned meal. Bon-appetite!!😊

[@nadz109]

Adrie will be part of Calgary one day

[@redpandabus-adventuresinlife]

I just realized where l saw you first. The sticker on you back door clicked it. Van showing with Chrome. Now it's a year later? Here I am subscribed watching you. Didn't realize at the time you actually had a running KZbin channel. Guess sometimes l'm not that bright hahahaha.

[@ariane1444]

Hé hé nice haircut Matt ! 😏

[@erobinson988]

I've never heard of truffle oil. Hmm.

[@ITCamefromthePage]

See Vanlifers have the right idea, I want to go on trips but I want to enjoy them WITH my cats...much easier to do when you live in a van hahaha. I used to be in Calgary until I moved to Regina so it's nice to see the old city!