Why I Had to Leave My Land (Stalking)

[@evazubeck]

Thanks everyone for your kind words, I really appreciate your love and support ❤️ Please know that I never post my live location when I’m still there, and I take various other safety precautions. However this doesn’t stop some people from crossing very serious lines… anyhow, I appreciate you all being here (virtually, lol!), and I hope to find some way to navigate this situation.

[@sofidoolin]

@@evazubeck be strong 💪 I’m sure you will work out what’s the best for you in this situation. All the best ❤️

[@ameliakwentista1780]

Everyone love & interested in you,but remember there are also psycho men obsessed with strong women like you,& they are Dangerous & evil not just. I'm mind. So Please try to avoid & be SAFE for your sanity ❤Praying for you &vilk always,you've been my inspiration why I love vlogging.❤❤❤

[@mikeskidmore6754]

I had a stalker for a couple of years. I won't go into the details. I would agree to meet him to have a Civilized fight with boxing gloves at a mutual friends house. NO he wanted a street fight. Finally a couple of years later we bumped into each other at a local watering hole. A Bully I went to high school was in the bar too. I told him to come outside and watch my back to be sure the fight was fair, but he was too drunk to understand me. I normally wear loose pants and tennis shoes when I go out to Bars. I squared off with the dude and boxed the crap out of him. I broke his big nose. I threw a karate kick that did not hurt him so much , but he fell backwards and hit his head against a car wheel. There was a group of bikers watching and I knew they would have my back too if this dude pulled out a knife or something. The bikers said the little dude is kicking the crap out of the bigger dude. After I humiliated him, I was always afraid he might come after with me with a gun, but he never did. I came out of a store one day as he pulled into the parking lot. He looked the other way and pretended like he didn't see me. We were actually dating sisters at one time. I warned my GF's Sister that he was Creepy and she should not let that dude be around her daughter. She figured that out after 3 months or so. Also I had a contract to do some Trucking for a Local Phamaceutical mfg and this dude with try and run my large truck off the road with a Dodge Dokota Pickup Truck .

[@BEAM0781]

@evazubeck I believe the mistake you have made is posting the video about the Shepherd tradition in the Carpathian Mountains . Sometimes the costumes and the songs give the region and area away but I believe the name of the village might have been exposed. Then it is just a matter of asking the locals about you.. Stay safe Eva and I hope you will eventually find your peace !

[@oshinswami7403]

the fact that you had to go down to your car in the middle of the fucking night is heartbreaking !!! The risk of wolves seems so less scary when compared to an unknown man. Me as someone who is so afraid of the dark would have done the same. More strength to you.

[@emilyscheide985]

I don't know if others have said this, but I just wanted to say that leaving that space for now is not giving up or giving in. You are using the tools that you have to protect yourself, and being in a different location where you can feel safe and regroup is the strongest thing to do. You got this ❤

[@cherylp3710]

Amen!

[@evazubeck]

Thanks for the reminder 🙏

[@martesolluna]

Don't stay there anymore until you can be safe. So sorry, but safety comes first and life is precious. And not everybody has good intentions. It's not giving up, it's about being smart and safe.❤

[@charlesking617]

File restraining orders and contact the police.

[@organicrecreations1338]

@@charlesking617 trespassing, stalking, uninvited. Take your video footage to your county sheriff. Report the incident at the very least Eva. Have it documented with local law enforcement.

[@SallySpark]

If you take time away from the channel for your safety, then do it. Your safety is paramount. Praying for your safety

[@brianyori5753]

agree....delay your posts.....

[@VicariousAdventurer]

Give the weird people some time to think alone...

[@landysok90]

No, she needs to permanently get rid of social media. A break won't stop them

[@benora1535]

​@landysok90 unfortunately you're right...

[@mikem9892]

Yea I mean her lands not going to eat anything she could leave it be for a couple years. Let all this settle down and come back to in the future if she wants and maybe develop the property with better safety measures. Who knows she might meet someone and want to settle down there some day. She is still young

[@donnahanson7282]

Stay safe. This 71-year-old grandmother loves watching your travels and is so very proud of your courage. You give other young women and men permission to be brave and follow their dreams by following yours. I'm proud of you, Eva.

[@evazubeck]

Thank you so much Donna, I really appreciate you ❤

[@noranature]

well said

[@PatrickThreewit]

@@evazubeck I'm getting near 80 and your travels are inspiring to me and I still like to discover here in the mountains of the western U.S.

[@maperna99]

A fellow 71 year old who loves your travels, your spirit. I am glad you got out of there. It’s not worth living in fear. Take care!

[@sophiaw.7356]

I am a 72 young mother and grandmother and i do not understand why someone ( men and women alike!) wants to live in the middle of nowhere with the possibility of meeting bears, wolves and dangerous human males.

[@fjmccomsey]

All I can say is that dogs are the most incredible angels, he fell asleep right away when she felt safe and calmed down.

[@jgyrwa]

Certain breeds of dogs are great at alerting you to strangers, that’s it. They can be immobilized by pepper spray or a bullet. So, I wouldn’t bet my life of a dog actually protection, just as an alert system. My Staffordshire terrier “ Becky” and hear a mouse pee on cotton from miles away, and is a light sleeper. Making it impossible for anyone or animal to sneak up on me. I’d be waiting for you long before you can get close.

[@_Simple_J_]

1. Check your vehicle top to bottom for any tracking devices. 2. Change your license plate immediately! And start covering it up in your videos. 3. Don't announce your plans of where you're going. 4. As bad as it sounds, you should consider buddying up with someone instead of going solo. This day in age there's more creeps than ever in history, and these days, they have more capabilities. 5. If you go back to your land, put up a perimeter fence around your structure & add motion sensor spotlights (preferably with cameras in each direction) to aid in deterring or slowing down whatever threatens your well being, which at the very least can give you time to prepare to react/defend. Because sadly, this is the reality of a solo camper/traveler. 6. Not sure about the laws of owning a firearm there, but you should seriously consider it along with any training to get you comfortable using said protection if you don't already. And lastly, you made the right choice to leave. Especially with your dog on alert, there was definitely a potential threat lurking about.

[@floor965]

@@_Simple_J_ this is perfect

[@carolenicklin6460]

Gun. Defo

[@arianagugora6811]

As someone who has lived extensively in both the US and an EU country, I vehemently disagree with the gun suggestion. EU countries have very different laws than the US concerning gun ownership and hurting/killing even intruders with a gun; it may be more risk than reward. However, I think a proper perimeter fence with cameras and motion sensor lights should have been installed before Eva spent the first night in the tent. As she said, wolves are a big problem in her area, so just for them, the extra security of a fence and lights would have been prudent. Now, even more so.

[@TheXshot]

No point in changing the license plate. License plates don't give any information except for the city where it was registered (in Poland). Only the police and certain governmental agencies can pull the information off of a license plate.

[@TUPELO_HUNNY]

Electric fence

[@mmancino1982]

I've worked private security for a long time and that sort of behavior is a massive red flag and that's a total understatement. To go through that sort of effort indicates extremely dangerous behavior. Please seek some sort of outside help. No idea what your budget is, or how the polish police will handle these things. A restraining order will do nothing to a determined offender and may actually make it worse.

[@versedi]

Can't do anything about it, no laws were broken.

[@cantbendknee]

@@versedi Trespassing on private property.

[@InsoIence]

Yeah. While not the same situation, I have reported being stalked and death threats made by a group of men and women. They threw some threats around in real life, whenever and if they ever saw me, but they mainly did it online. (I was jumped by two girls from the group and managed to fend them off, sending one to a hospital, which is what triggered this situation) Polish police came back to me saying they can't do anything because there was no way of determining if they were the ones writing these comments online. In the end I was lucky because nothing happened. At the time my heart sunk and I felt so alone. I had no additional help from school or law enforcement. My father bought me pepper spray and to this day I feel it was the most precious gift I ever got. Even getting a restraining order is tough and I am not sure if I could trust anyone to care, believe or treat stalking seriously. Not to mention that it's just a piece of paper that doesn't stop anybody from actually doing 'the thing'. Sigh

[@isabellec857]

@@versedi Stalking is illegal and a crime.

[@jakobbauz]

@@InsoIence Damn. I agree that you dad's gift was thoughtful. And I am glad that everything worked out well and you are fine. ☺ Cheers

[@eezing140]

Men rarely have to face this reality. It wasn’t until I started a family of my own that I truly realized how many women live with the constant concern of predators-a burden that most men simply don’t experience or even consider.

[@David-y2c6r]

Is that why the VAST MAJORITY of people who are KILLED by violent criminals ARE MEN?

[@DannyBowen25]

Generally, based on size this is true.. but Erotomania primarily actually affects women. So MOSTLY people who deal with THIS scenario are actually men.

[@laurie9993]

Develop a mini commune. A few people, a couple dogs for noise and presence

[@prophez23]

That's sadly just another downside of the modern feminist movement and the never ending push to take down the "patriarchy". I'm an older man but I was born well after the women's rights movement and I did spend a lot of years as a liberal myself even though being raised in a non religious but conservative Republican household and I rebelled as quickly as I was grown and out of the house but the point is I'm absolutely for women's rights and everyone's rights just as equally and I understand the importance of those feminist movements back in the day and I agree there were far more men back then who would have rather been able to stay above and in control of the women because they were truly messed up in the head and as a man I have every bit of disgust and hatred for those men as the modern feminist do but the issue has become that let's face the truth I wasn't even born during those times and I'm very certain that none of the modern feminist were either but that hatred for not just those men but all men still exist and there's the problem not all of us men or not even remotely the majority of men think like those men did but we are being hated I'd dare say even more than the women back in the day who stood up and fought for women's rights hated the men back then. Most of the women back then understood that not all men were like that and they didn't want lump all of them into the same group but these days there's not a single modern feminist who doesn't hate all us men unless we're gay or trans but if we represent anything that looks like masculinity they hate us. And the point is we can't control our nature and we shouldn't be made to feel bad about it or hate ourselves for it and more than that not all of us are disgusting pigs with minds that only think about hurting women or taking advantage of them. But there's definitely plenty of sicko's out there who do and other than being armed the only thing these sicko's fear is other strong men who stand a chance of taking them down And I'm by no means saying that a woman can't do that either but it's undeniable biology that the majority of men are built taller and stronger and heavier than the majority of women especially younger women so it makes sense to me that if you are a woman who feels like you don't have the physical strength to fight and overpower a man then find a good strong man and even if it's just friends then have them around to protect you or learn how to use a weapon preferably a firearm. But women are getting so far away from the natural biological way of how nature is they're going to get themselves in trouble. Just my two cents take it or leave it.

[@peterk.6093]

As a man, I had a similar experience once, from another man, and it still haunts me. When sleeping on a night train, I was suddenly woken up by a person who I do not know whether was on drugs or mentally impaired, but he seemed fascinated by my short cut hair and wanted to pat it. Deeply disgusted, I just left him do it because I was too scared and confused from the sleep and did not know what he was capable of doing, and then he just left. My friend, who is a man, had a similar experience when he was a young boy, going fishing on his own, when an old fisherman was having nasty talks to him, and he was also quite traumatized, after all those years. So, men are also victims, it is just even more weird for them to talk about it openly. This might be a fact that many women do not consider. Nobody, men nor women, nor animals, nor natural forces, deserve being exposed to scary situations, where their boundaries are disrespected.

[@jamesgraham3889]

I am so sorry that this has happened. No one deserves to live in fear.

[@evazubeck]

🙏

[@PetervanHofwegen]

@@craigme4683 thats some small weiner energy you show there.

[@seancorker5815]

@@craigme4683Take a moment mate - just think about what you typed. Have some empathy?

[@lifetextures7106]

@@craigme4683 A man turned up, yes. Think about it... he figured out, where Eva lives; travelled a lot, and went there, to her property. For what exactly? Is that normal for you? Strangers coming to your home uninvited?

[@johannakuster1564]

​@@craigme4683what a useless comment. To say at least.

[@BlackBearForge]

Look out for your safety first. While it's nice to know what we can look forward to, it may be better to not announce future plans and where you will be traveling. Wait and post after you have gone on to a different location.

[@gdroege44]

Good advice! 👍

[@taffystimmel1700]

OMG I'm so heartbroken for you! Are you safe right now? My anxiety is sky high for you! Please be safe and don't stay. It isn't worth it. Guarantee your safety!!!

[@charonstyxferryman]

Posting e.g. 6 mo old, even 1 yr old, footage is normal in the sailing cruisers community. That's good for personal safety. Eva could do the same.

[@douellette7960]

@@BlackBearForge Yes that makes sense of course. Best not to show her vehicle with license plate in clear view. Surely there's an easy way to blur out a plate number in editing.

[@frodev728]

@@douellette7960 not sure there’s an easy and 100% effective way. It takes time and effort to do it manually but that’s the only way to be sure it’s done right. It only takes one frame to give the game away. However in some cases the effort will be worth it and this seems to be one of those cases. A terrifying scenario to be sure. 😕

[@wonder12374]

Dont blur his face. If he is stalking you or if he was just a harmless visitor, let the world know. He came onto your property.

[@hitashya]

showing the face of every creep that does this stuff is just free attention and notoriety for them, unfortunately…it feeds it

[@wonder12374]

@hitashya i dont believe in keeping creeps secret. Thats how the abuse continues

[@istvanglock7445]

" _ If he is stalking you or if he was just a harmless visitor_ " So which is it? If he's a harmless visitor, then he's being accused of being a stalker for all the world to see. Not good, and with possible legal ramifications. As for private property, was there any way this person, if a harmless visitor, could know this? How does private property work in Poland with regard to fencing/posting, and the laws (if any) of trespass?

[@wonder12374]

@istvanglock7445 he said I've found you I've been looking for you....she doesn't know him How harmless does that sound to you? There is not an expectation of privacy in the woods.

[@stevemuzak8526]

You can't do that. If you make his face visible, he can sue you for it because he will say he just hike in there. You will be in trouble. Not him.

[@ninarose4031]

Eva I hope you’re in a safe place not just physically but mentally. Thinking and praying for your safety. 🩷🫶🫂

[@tarbabyF1]

So as a woman who spent a lifetime camping solo in backcountry, hunting and hiking and exploring, people are really the only predators I had to worry about. I do carry a gun now when I am out because of experiences I had that were very terrifying and close calls. I also use motion activated solar lights around my tent as early warning systems as well as some other more secretive alert systems. The best thing is to use deterrents as much as possible but give yourself as much early warning also so you can be alert and properly responsive when needed. I am not the kind of woman to let people prevent me from doing the things I love and I don’t think you are either. I am familiar and proficient with firearms and have had personal defense training as well. A good guard dog helps. Mine was a Doberman who has since passed and she was often deterrent enough. There are always going to be men who think they know you or want to possess you. Who knows what stories they cook up in their heads or delusions they harbor. Just know you can find ways to continue on the path you have chosen. Don’t let the b-ds get you down!

[@williamneil8862]

Yes, in Eva's situation I agree, especially if she wants to reclaim her land and tent living. I'm not a gun advocate and don't have one but her situation and celebrity changes everything.

[@evazubeck]

Thank you for sharing your story. I second a lot of what you wrote ❤

[@rosemaryma9847]

Absolutely!!!!

[@mizzle1524]

@@tarbabyF1 we are not allowed to carry guns in Europe

[@anthonyproffitt5341]

It’s heart breaking that some people don’t respect the freedom and boundaries of others, especially men of women.

[@grandmasterdoge6997]

The dark side of being a celebrity, even a modest-sized celebrity, is that you attract unstable people. A substantial percentage of the general population is mentally ill, delusionally irrational, violent, etc. That percentage might be 1%, 2%, or even higher. So if you have 1.8 million KZbin subscribers, then at least 18,000 have psychological and behavioral problems. Most will not focus on you personally, but let's say that 1% of the 18,000 unstable ones do. That means 180 delusional people are focused on you personally. This is why celebrities have bodyguards, live in walled compounds, carry guns, and only interact with the public in very controlled environments. I hope you stay safe and move forward with your life. It is good that Vilk is with you, as he would fight to protect you.

[@RobertMJohnson]

all of ted bundy's victims were celebrities.

[@tienmou68]

Send Vilk to get personal bodyguard protection training. Just as you would not send an untrained person into combat, you cannot expect your untrained, but loving dog to go into combat for you. Get him the training that he needs to successfully protect both you and himself.

[@RobertMJohnson]

@@tienmou68and when the perp has a gun or knife for the dog? Then what?

[@alightinthesky7586]

exactly right these people think they just profit from fans and don't need to reinvest in security... they grow up in a safe bubble and think the world is unicorns, rainbows and easy cash. any public figure knows that dealing with fans or haters is part of the biz. regardless of gender.

[@tammybrown1104]

@@RobertMJohnson no not true. His victims were largely random.

[@perjohansson8892]

Make sure that creep didn’t stick an AirTag on your car. Thoroughly check.

[@Indigosoul127]

Yesssss

[@AnnAndNala]

Yes! Please check!

[@BonnyT]

That was the first thought that came to my mind too, every time the license plate was shown publicly... Any creep finding or stumbling across the car, who recognises it as Eva's, could stick an AirTag to it to track its location.

[@versedi]

@@MYT-Ixe You know she records way sooner? She would freeze right now at the tent in Poland

[@InsoIence]

@@MYT-Ixe "If you are really in fear" - Yeah, sure buddy. Whatever you say. Luckily opinion is like ass - everyone has one. You're not special.

[@jessicarobinson2199]

This is not victim-blaming, but should serve as a warning to anyone, male or female, who has an online life. There are real weirdos out there and it’s actually pretty easy to find people in real life in just a few clicks.

[@JazzvanderKnoop]

@@jessicarobinson2199 in my experience, you don’t have to be a celebrity or influencer to experience men to harass you. I am not famous at all and have experienced this aswell. He is now obsessed with another unfortunate woman. But when he gets bored with that I might be the next one again.

[@jessicarobinson2199]

@@JazzvanderKnoop Agreed.

[@float_sam]

or just your name of facebook and a errant comment + public address info.. a proud boy from LA drove 8 hours to confront me over a comment on my friends public facebook post, he was LEO happened to be friends with some big wig sheriff down in LA who made a direct reply to me; before a dude from that same county shows up in-front of my house. Stay fit, stay frosty.

[@titajay3814]

Hi Eva, I've been stalked, I used to ride the bus while living in Austin TX, this guy decided once to follow me around the mall, then onto the bus, thankfully the bus driver caught on to what he was doing and kicked him off the bus... but that was just the beginning.. for a year and a half this guy kept finding me on buses and trying to follow me home. All the time I was stern and asked him to leave me alone, but I was "civilized" when I spoke to him. One night I was going home with 3 full bags of groceries and lo and behold he appears out of nowhere at the bus stop, and waits to see what bus I'm taking and gets on. I was able to trick him and got off the bus without him noticing because the bus was full... either way I started running. He realized what I had done and he stopped the bus, got off and started running after me. I crossed a highway and ran as fast as I could, I made it to an apartment building and turned around and yelled at him from the top of my lungs. He was shocked... and I saw fear in his face and he tried to calm me down but when I saw the fear I yelled louder. The apartment building had an enclosed stairwell and I had proped the door open, the echo in the stairwell amplified my voice and everyone could hear me. He kept saying he was following me because he wanted to "apologize" I yelled to him that I didn't care and yelled louder "stop harrasing me, stop following me" I turned around and slammed the door and ran up the stairwell. He didn't follow. I never saw him again. What I learned? Bring the f***ing BEAST out of you onto these people. Don't act civilized towards them, be derranged to the nth power!!!. And yes, also do all the other things people have advised, all of that is great, but bring your beast out. I love your spirit, stay strong, stay safe! ❤

[@PetraKann]

It took a while for you to release the beast. You must have had enough

[@EsmaTabak55]

For a year and a half then you realized you need to be angry and yell to scare him off. Ouch! I guess, better late than never, but I also don't know if you are just very patient person or just stupid. Year and a half.

[@EsmaTabak55]

@@kyleydiamond That is a wrong way of thinking what if and is it my fault if I do this or that, will I make this man angry. No! Year and a half is a long time and you have that much patience or whatever that is to just deal with it day in and day out without doing anything? Not even talking to someone, professional, just doing something. Start with restraining order like Eva and go from there, but just to live with it and experience fear for so long, absolutely not. One should also get something for protection and show it, so they know they cannot f... around.

[@aprilj2628]

​@@titajay3814 I understand that 😂. Done that too (let my beast out). Didn't feel fear though more like uncontrollable anger

[@janpcs]

@@EsmaTabak55 Don't call someone stupid just like that.

[@katieb8602]

this makes me SOOOOOO ANGRY for you. i also suffered from a stalker when i was living in the city during college and i know what it's like to live in constant fear and viligance - afraid to walk home in case they were watching me. i would walk in crazy circles through the city to go to class in case they were following me and i didn't want to lead them back to my apartment. it made me physically unwell. i wouldn't allow myself to go to the same grocery store nearby more than once a month - i had to have a whole plan anytime i went outside and i was crumbling with the pressure of it all. it really does destroy your freedom. i had to go out of my way to do ANYTHING. this makes me SOOOO angry that you are having to go through this on your beautiful private land. you deserve a safe place to rest in between all your travels. you did the right thing in leaving. you're not giving up. you are taking care of yourself! and keep talking about it!!!!! men need to hear stories like this to LEARN. i'm also so sad to hear about the other stalker following you to africa. sharing your story is so BRAVE and you did not retreat! it's for those men who are stalking you to feel shame for their actions - not you!

[@LittleChaoticMonsta]

I'm sorry that happened to you! How did you end up getting rid of him? Did you move?

[@katieb8602]

@@LittleChaoticMonsta yes, as soon as i graduated i moved to another state. the paranoia from the stalking experience stuck with me - when i moved i didn't tell ANYONE where i was going except for my immediate family and one friend. i cut contact with my university professors (the stalker knew them) and most of my classmates. and after that i ended up working on sailboats. i was constantly on the move sailing around the world and no longer had an address on land. that was what helped me to heal honestly. basically starting my life over from scratch - all new friends, new countries, new experiences. it made me braver and i stopped living in fear. but before that while i was still living in the city i wasn't able to get rid of my stalker completely. i changed phone numbers, moved to a different apartment, cut contact with any people who knew him - but because he knew where i went to school and what university program i was in - i was always paranoid he would find me at those classes. and after i moved away from that city my sister still lived there. we look a like. she was working at a well-known museum there and one day she told me that a man came in and was acting strangely walking in circles around the room and staring at her and then eventually he came up to her and asked what her name was. after staring at her name tag he then asked if i was her sister. even just writing that down gives me goosebumps AGAIN. it actually took my sister more than a year to tell me this story because she knew it would send me down a spiral of fear. thank god he never came back to her workplace again and she ended up finding another job a couple months later. it still gives me goosebumps though.

[@melytlalli187]

OMG sorry you had to experienced that, as a woman and as someone who experienced something like living in fear of a roomate for a couple months were I felt in complete danger everytime I would arrive at home instead of feeling as a temple to rest and had to run away and going back to my parents to other state and it has took me a year to recover from that experience. We woman have had to become more warriors because of this when it shouldnt, we should feel protected by men and not the opposite. Sending a hug and spreading awareness🙏🏻

[@PLane-bj7zn]

I am so , very sorry this happened to You, I too had a similar, much more scarier experience. I lived alone in My Wilderness Cabin in No Where Yukon, when I came home from My Midnight shift at the hospital, I found a Man already waiting there for Me. Since we leave our doors unlocked, in the North, in case there are emergencies for folks who made need shelter, I found a Man inside My wee 10'x10' cabin... he was a construction worker at the hospital, he never did tell Me how he found out where I lived, alone... I leave a loaded .22 by the door and I had my hunting knife... My 2 dogs tried to warn Me prior, by greeting Me in My laneway, I just thought they were extra happy to see Me! My female then 'glued' herself to my side and gave low growls, I thought there was maybe an animal nearby, there were no tire tracks and no vehicle close to My property. He had already started a fire in my sauna, and was clearly drunk at 0830hrs. My hairs went up, I asked him to leave, told him my dog was trained to an attack word, he left, or so I thought, he then came back fully naked, trying to force me into the sauna.. I yelled and screamed, in case my closest neighbour was home, he wasn't... I grabbed my rifle and aimed it steadily on his face, fired the first shot, into the ground; to let him know I was serious, that was then he took me seriously and left.... will never forget that feeling and YES; THIS IS WHY WOMEN CHOOSE THE BEAR

[@Назар-э4у4е]

@@PLane-bj7zn Why are you so rude to this man? He just wanted some love

[@kerryscott3287]

Showing up uninvited, unknown is not illegal, you need to make it illegal, post signage, be armed and capable. I've been concerned this would happen as many men are watching this show and yearn for someone the opposite of the Kardashians. Doing anything alone in the wilderness is dangerous these days man and especially women. Society has not taught manners, decorum, or courtship for decades.

[@PLane-bj7zn]

@@kerryscott3287 I was armed and more than capable, You think a No trespassing sign is going to stop a DBag? This was many decades ago, there was no internet, and my property was very isolated and not visible from any road, he had to walk in... he laid in wait, while making himself comfortable in My own home, while I was not there........

[@maryefromky]

bless your heart. we always need to have guns and dogs if we live in the wilderness like that. Appalachia isn't quite as remote as the Yukon, but man it's close, LOL. so scary. nobody deserves to have their privacy and safety and sanctity of their home violated like that. ugh

[@kh491]

As a resident of AK, thank God you had a gun, sorry to hear this had happened. Sad the world has people like this in it.

[@luckylogger7594]

I had two men show up in our remote camp in Idaho in 1979. I was camping with my boyfriend and his best friend from Maryland, and his girlfriend also from Maryland. My boyfriend was from Maryland and moved to Idaho to attend the Forestry Program. I was the only Idaho native. While our boyfriends were fishing in mountain lakes all day, two men showed up drunk with a bottle of whisky in our camp. At first I thouht of them as more of a nuisance. After hours of them drinking and offering us beer and whiskey, (we had our own beer ), and it started getting dark, and our boyfriends hadn't returned, I started to get nervous. The old man was friendly joking and a talker . His son looked like Grizzley Adams and never said one word, just stared at us. I was 19, long blonde hair, thin. Cindy was 20 long blonde hair, and both of us wore swim suit tops and jeans when they came into camp. We changed to flannel shirts, jeans, hiking boots, and I wore my down vest. When it got dark I went to the pickup and slammed a banana clip of 50 rounds of 22 shells into my 22 rifle. I took it back to the campfire and just sat there holding onto my rifle talking to them like nothing happened. The huge 6 ft plus mountain man, left went to his camp, next to ours, came back with a 45 strapped to his hip. I told Cindy to meet me at the pickup. I explained to her things might get weird if the guys don't come back, and the fact Grizzley Adams had armed up, but I had more bullets, and wasn't holstered. So the next 5 hours we sat there uncomfortable staring at each other. The old man kept joking and doing small talk, never said a word about me grabbing my rifle, or his son holstering up his sidearm on his hip. T he son just stared at us with this creepy stare. Didn't talk Finally at 2 AM our boyfriends came down the mountain very loud and drunk. We were so pissed as they left us alone in that camp, but they didn't know about those two men. Those men had drove by looking for a place to camp that afternoon, and saw us two young women alone by ourselves and set up camp in the spot next to ours. *T hey left as soon as our boyfriends returned. Never said a word just left.

[@mai-vc6pb]

@@luckylogger7594 estoy feliz de que no les hayan hecho nada y que supieron actuar fríamente.

[@Gloria00082]

@@luckylogger7594 for sure they was fixing to have yall for dinner! They was waiting for you to go to sleep. Thank God your smart and armed up surly if they had the opportunity your bfs would of came back to a much different situation ♥️🙏

[@JessMcCrossan]

Why didn't you get in the truck and leave?

[@kd_1421]

@JessMcCrossan More than likely, their boyfriends would have been stranded.

[@las347]

what an actual f! Glad you survived!

[@crunyon1716]

I am the daughter of a mom who told me she survived an attack by a serial killer when she was younger. She was very cautious around me growing up and I have a few inherited extra senses about safety and I really hope you take this seriously. When the shock of what happens wears off, don't fall into the trap of humanizing a stalker as someone who will see common sense with a restraining order or feel bad and eventually stop. They're insane / unhinged / dangerous. Be grateful you can be angry because you're alive. You need to take extreme precautions, yes, you are strong & independent, but you are also an attractive single female who settled in an isolated location. Even just saying it was the Carpathians in Poland was too much information. I'd go as far to say you should have lied even about the country you settled in to help secure your privacy. Also I wouldn't film skylines or mountain ridge lines around your property. I feel the only way you can maximize security is by filming months in advance, and straight up lie about where you are if you do ever show a static property. I personally am terrified that you'll want to tough it out and stay. I would leave and not come back to that place, no matter the frustration of leaving. Your safety is no. 1 priority. Finally, I am so sorry you experienced this, remember never ignore your gut instinct.

[@jamesyoung7515]

@@crunyon1716 great advice

[@tinyrollingcamper]

Well said. There's a book by an ex detective called " The gift of fear" every woman should read it, it could save your life.

[@lulumoon6942]

👍🙏🕊️

[@ummadeb]

I am so sorry that this is happening to you! This very situation happens to women all around the world. Myself included and it is terrifying. Be safe ladies ❤

[@allanfifield8256]

@@crunyon1716 I can identify may locations in the Western US by skyline or panoramic pictures. Someone in your area can do the same

[@amy4484]

Be careful when you post things that show road signs, location signs ( like in todays video when you parked your car, there was a sign). There are so many people and devices out there that can figure out where you are based on those little things. Posting once you leave is great, but even if you drive 50 miles away from your land and then post something with a road sign, etc, you are narrowing the field for someone to find you. Be safe!

[@MYT-Ixe]

@@amy4484 get to big dogs from the shelter, win win for all of you ❤️

[@DanielleGlick]

I thought the same thing when she drove to her safer place for the night, you could see a distinctive sign in the background. Now this safe space is not safe to use again. 😕

[@potatoskunk5981]

Not just road signs. Even the surrounding hillsides can be geolocated.

[@mountainmoments]

it is fairly easy to find out locations even without a sign. In Eva's case i guess a 5min search, maximum, its fairly easy to find (wont say how here, of course). When wild camping one should keep its location secret, Eva is doing the opposite here, just saying objectively. Such events are to be foreseen; there always are a few weird people when talking to a bigger audience, and thats unfortunately enough for trouble. Especially in Poland, almost all people are very fine and awesome, but there are a few weirdo+drunks out there.

[@wout123100]

@@mountainmoments every country has its weirdoes, but what i see a a kinda naive woman, not very aware of some realities, she needs to prepare herself better and yes sadly sharing your things with the world can have its consequences too.

[@AudraLeigh01]

Don’t be so stubborn Eva! Follow your gut. Leaving is not giving up. Leaving was the safest option.

[@evazubeck]

Yes it definitely was. Thank you Audra ❤

[@MYT-Ixe]

Omg she is not alone at all. Look at the camera when she arrives at the car. Everything staged Clickbait. When you are really in fear you don’t Illuminate and film from different angles 😂

[@TheInnerSession]

@@MYT-Ixe bruh she would be the biggest actress the world as ever witnessed if this was staged. you may not be very good at reading ppl and understanding whats real and fake. you will get better with age dont worry

[@francoamerican4632]

The acting is mediocre at best.

[@rascal211]

@@MYT-Ixe She's alone where she is on her land. Don't be stupid.

[@GeorgeN-mx1hq]

Dogs and firearms. While you are restricted in the use of the firearms, trained dogs will do an amazing job. Instinctively they bite at main arteries and veins. If they sense you're in danger they will act. Believe me, nobody wants to face 3 or 4 dogs coming out of nowhere

[@Trepanation21]

10k comments, but this seems like a decent place to piggyback and supplement simple & mindful defensive information -- As an infantry combat veteran (and various other occupations and experiences in conflict), I wanted to note that in watching her pack up and begin traveling out, I wished she had low profile red lights (or red color caps for the whites) so that she's not traveling as a bright beacon in the night for... predators _[sic]._ Red occupies a much 'dimmer' wavelength on the spectrum than white, which literally means your illumination is more difficult to see at any distance that isn't close to you. Combined with informed light discipline, you have all the light you need, where you need it, and you're much more difficult _for other people to see_ in the dark. -- *" 'lume awareness" is extremely important for humans, as defense as it is offensive.* Red is low profile (defensive), and white is high profile (offensive). You carry a white light, off, ready to use when you _must_ point at something (man, beast, or dangerous terrain) -- they make small, and very bright handtorches with 'aggressive tips' (serrated aluminum edging on the frame, intended for striking an attacker to the face and head) to destabilize someone if you're approached (shining directly at them forces their eyes to pinhole, making you all but invisible behind the white light. These style of handtorches usually come with a strobe setting, which is exceptional at maintaining your upper hand in a confrontation by forcing their eyes into chaotic adjustment). This is a valuable factor, since you can hold the light at different heights or angles (with standoff) to favor deceptive positioning, making it more challenging for an attacker to accurately assess your posture and close distance. Anyone reading this, these are all very simple items to acquire (widely available) and wield and mindful principles that give you valuable advantage when you need it most, god forbid.

[@TheBusinessAdvisorPodcast]

Until you get a home built, with locks, and security, you can't stay in the tent. This is a strange world with bad people in it. The problem is that when you are a known personality on the internet, people can find you. Everyone has access to satellites that can go by just one name or word and find you. I have to find people in my work, and anyone can be found. No matter even if you are way up in the woods. So the deal is to protect yourself - at all times. You have a beautiful property, don't give up on that. Build a cabin that you can lock up. Build a road to the cabin so you have a fast safe route. But don't give up on the property. Be as safe as you can be.

[@cantbendknee]

Even if she had four walls I’m not sure it would be safe now, that remote.

[@the_om_project]

Team find new property. And don’t talk about it ol.

[@ernestodeltoro4535]

A HOUSE , does not stop the crazies. and there are many crazies out there.

[@alisaalisa2060]

She acts as if she doesn't know this when is so obvious. And people always cheering on her lack of any safety is so sad and scary.

[@alisaalisa2060]

​@@ernestodeltoro4535indeed!

[@brett76544]

My daughter now 28 was attacked by 4 guys, in their early 20's, that tracked her down when she was 19 and thank god my son, 17 at the time was there. She got scrapes, a torn shirt, but nothing else. When my son attacked, he was hoping someone else or a few would help him, no one did. He ended up breaking a few bones in each of them, gouging out eyes and anything just to survive attacking 4 bigger, stronger men. They had hospital stays, and he was treated and released. After she got divorced later, she moved in with both my sons on a farm in Bavaria that I bought for them along with a trained guard dog for her. That still bothers her today and she will be taking the first bar exam to be a lawyer in Germany very soon.

[@Natty183]

Woo, your son is awesome. I survived an attempted murder in a truck stop bathroom and all I had was a tooth brush. Those moments deciding whether I was going to stab her in the eye or above the eye are still surreal to me. I choose above the eye and that was my last chance, she almost strangled me. Next time I'll be making a different decision.

[@lulumoon6942]

Best to your children. Glad they made it out alive. 🙏🕊️

[@Respect-All13]

We need more men like you and your sons in this World. You have my respect for raising a fine young man, also for helping your daughter feel safe. Much respect to you!

[@L46C3]

I understand where she is coming from. In 1975 on my 21st birthday I was jumped by 4 guys. Fortunately I was with a very good friend and he helped out. And thankfully the biggest guy, the leader, came to close and God said to me YOU BETTER FIGHT! Well, the big guy gave me an opportunity for 6 to 10 Good shots to his head. BUT - I never went back there. Everywhere I went for a long time I was very aware, maybe a little scared.. and I was a tough guy. Even today, now that things are so much worse out there, I realize that at 70 yr old, I cannot protect my family as I once could. It's a little concerning for me.

[@brett76544]

@@lulumoon6942 He went into it not expecting to make it out, just to by time. That is a hard decision to make and he did it, but adrenaline and training kicked in. The nasty, underhanded, vicious and mean training. Stuff you do not practice, just talk about the unwinnable situation.

[@TheAgentAssassin]

I'm a man and was stalked on by someone in a bathroom one time, the total sickening and fear I had in my stomach was the first time I've EVER felt that as a man. Then it dawned on me, oh wow, this is what women experience almost regularly. It happened to me only once in my life, but I imagine it is way way more common for women to experience this more than once.

[@misery8264]

Scary thing is we are most likely to be killed by our partners. Yes, there are bad men out there, but the one next to us can turn as well. And if youre a woman and know the statistics, those numbers never leave your mind. Because the others didn't expect it either.

[@rockgsxr]

were you having your period at the time

[@tarynjimison7889]

We experience it a lot like pretty much anytime we’re around large groups or intoxicated people it’s happens all the time. It sucks

[@luns486]

I’m sorry, stalked in a bathroom? I feel like I need more information

[@davidearea242]

"...this is what women experience almost regularly." Seriously, dude-do you even know the definition of regular?

[@Genie519]

My sister had a similar thing happen. She’s a waitress and does community theatre on the side. A man approached her after a show. Told her he had seen several of her performances and recognized her from her waitress job. He then told her he felt a “spiritual connection “ to her and wanted to take her out. When she declined he stalked her at her work several times and eventually sent her mail at her home address. It was a poem about how he couldn’t live without her smile. Insanity! It was terrifying and she ended up moving back home because she didn’t feel safe. How dare these people take away your safety! I’m so sorry you are dealing with this, it is not right! Stay safe and do what you need to to find peace.

[@johnt5652]

To both of the creepers who went above and beyond in their stupidity. If you are reading this please seek professional psychological help. Creating fear in someone's life is not ok..Its never ok. 🤬

[@Jay_Kay_Redpill]

There is a good chance they’ll be here reading the comments. Broken hearted because things didn’t work out the way they played them out in their head!

[@heavenlyvilla8681]

That is the point of stalking behaviour. She is describing a psychiatric disorder as well. None of it is her fault.

[@TheBreenGene]

Not stupidity, it's perverse

[@hadeseye2297]

Why do assume they are mentally unstable? plus, if there's no fence there's nothing stoping you from crossing someone's land. You can't even know you are on one unless there's clear sign stating that. What if I were hiking and just met her right there, at the same spot? Should I seek psychiatrist as well?

[@megharah]

@@hadeseye2297 Yes, you should. I can't believe you are making excuses like this. The creep said "I FINALLY FOUND YOU". Jeez. Is it you?

[@mfer6122]

It might be worth asking someone to search the dark web for your name. The fact that 2 different creeps showed up probably means there are chat rooms where they discuss your whereabouts.

[@bonappetit173]

This is honestly so terrifying to think about.

[@mhe8545]

Awful to have to think this. Possible though.

[@EllieEnglish]

What an awful thought 😳

[@woofwoof9667]

This was my first thought unfortunately. I think it must already be there :(

[@ConstitutionalRepublicStands]

Most don't know or understand how big the "dark web" and how dangerous it can be. Nor how much crime transpires there, of all the worst kinds you or Stephen King could imagine. Take this comment at face value, if you are going to travel the world and post much of it on KZbin. That is a VERY wide net to catch at least a few crazies.

[@ksmith9715]

The genie is out of the bottle now, and hindsight is 20/20. But in this video alone, your car's license plate is showing and isn't blurred out. There are geotracking groups that can see just a snippet of forest or a ridgeline of a mountain range, and can pinpoint that exact location, anywhere in the world. The beautiful view from your property you've been sharing on your channel is enough for people to pinpoint your exact location. The world shouldn't be this way, but it is. You have almost two million subscribers, and that doesn't count viewers who aren't subscribed. I hate to tell you this, but you have to stop sharing so much of your life. It sucks, and it's NOT YOUR FAULT, but that is reality.

[@lidewijvos]

A European license plate says literally zero. It's not the US where all your data is public for anyone to look up. The European Union has very strict privacy laws.

[@ksmith9715]

@@lidewijvos That's good to know; I wish it was that way in the U.S. But still, if a stalker or someone is in her area and looking for her specific car, they know her license plate number.

[@michaeldominic3183]

Well said. Many single woman have been victimized by this kind of male delusional thinking. Women need to be aware of the dangers of fame and especially the loss of their privacy.

[@miniwersja]

@@lidewijvos In Poland, when you buy a car from another city or even from the one you live in, you can even keep the old registration. Only from police records or at the office you can find information about who owns the car. It’s not that simple.

[@sgt.mayhem9737]

@@ksmith9715 I agree. Thanks to the internet, we are living in dangerous times. But I feel these content creators are not going to stop sharing their lives. So, they have to weigh the pros and con of the their decision. Now I hope that she starts to change a few things about her channel. I don't know what she can do, accept posting less, sharing less. Stay safe. 💯

[@OOMerci]

Eva I am a nurse and we always say SAFETY FIRST! The world is a scary place and it is not giving up to maintain your safety. There is a solution Eva. Always follow your instinct.

[@jimmynud]

Eva, you may or may not know the meaning behind the word "retreat." When the word "retreat" was called out on the battlefield, I thought it meant to run, flee, and give up. But it actually meant for those on the battlefield to get to a safe place, patch up the wounded, regroup, and rethink their strategy. This is the smartest thing to do when faced with an overwhelming situation. It shows strength, which is what you are doing right now. You are a strong woman, Eva, and it shows in many of your videos. Even in showing your vulnerability, that is strength. Being an empath, watching this brought tears to my eyes. Being on the other side of the world and wanting to help in some way was challenging, so I prayed to my higher power for you. Now, it's time to let go. You are a smart woman with a network of people to reach out to when you need to. And I'm sure retreating will bring you and Vilk an exciting new adventure. Much love from Australia. ❤

[@brucemistelske8813]

This is a very intelligent comment!! Great advice. I really hope Eva sees this one.

[@dancarter482]

_Tactical withdrawal._

[@jimmynud]

@brucemistelske8813 Thank you! 😊 I hope so, too.

[@jimmynud]

@@dancarter482 indeed!

[@sharondavis258]

Eva, something you need to understand about stalkers. They actually get off on your distress and tears. It makes their day to know they have succeeded rattling your cage. It is like their fuel. Don't give that to them. It just makes want to come back for more. Also, restraining orders won't protect your life. They are just a piece of paper to the unhinged.

[@Jasper_4444]

That makes sense.

[@bennym1956]

Agree, won't go in details, but restraining orders are totally worthless !

[@leemcclymontart]

Very good advice.

[@ChelsIsTheName]

Negative attention is unfortunately in this kind of situation also a form of attention for them. Don’t give it to them, otherwise they’ll continue..

[@magdabanachnieniewska1709]

There are no manipulators/aggressors/violent people without victims... there are people who either like to play the victim or are too innocent...

[@cranefly23]

Eva, I’m so sorry that this happened to you. I’m a retired Police Officer and old enough to be your grandfather. I have experienced several instances of young men becoming fixated on women not known to them. It seldom ends well. Your safety is paramount and you did exactly the right thing in getting out of there. Please reconsider EVER going back. If one person can find you, then so can others. I’m not trying to scare you, but it’s the simple truth. Stay safe.

[@pablomedina4175]

What you say is true, I really agree with it.

[@EyefyourGf]

Don't think it's only men doing this i have a friend who's life almost got ruined by a women behaving like this.

[@ryan-fk4kn]

@@EyefyourGfthat’s obviously not what he said? yes there are delusional women out there, but they 80% of the time will not physically hurt you. men, on then other hand, will kill you without a second thought because you don’t feed into their delusions.

[@MariaS-y1x]

@@EyefyourGf that may be true but your comment does nothing to address the situation. In Eva’s situation, it is a man chasing her, and we are all too familiar with how many of these cases end.

[@hermyt]

As a male (runner), I try to cross streets to not make a female feel unsafe or try to pass quickly without alarming them. Unfortunately some men are creeps.

[@jeffreybrowne3302]

Thank you! As a female I can say that's very much appreciated!!! Tracy T.B.

[@scheerlon]

Male runner as well and I do the same. Or when walking home late from a bar, if I end up walking behind a woman randomly I just choose a different path to walk home or waut a few minutes.

[@olgaantoshkin9636]

I appreciate the exciting potential of your new property and the vision you have for it. However, I believe it would be prudent to reconsider the idea of staying alone in a tent in such a remote mountain area. Before making it your permanent residence, I think it would be smart to focus on building a proper house and establishing a reliable road that connects you to civilization. And of course, implementing various security measures that would enhance your safety. As someone with combat training, a firearm, and experience as a former soldier, even I would hesitate to camp alone in an isolated location given the realities we face in today’s world. Your safety, as well as Vilk's, is paramount. Please prioritize your well-being and hold off on camping there until you've developed a more secure environment with all necessary precautions in place. Stay safe Eva!

[@LKJONES0406]

You should look into bunkies. They are pre-built cabins and they drop off the material and you build it yourself.

[@PatrickThreewit]

I camp alone, at 79 and in my younger years I hiked alone, 7--10 miles at a time. But Idaho mountain country is a lot different than most places. I live alone, but neighbors are close, 1/4 mile to 1/2 mile away and my nearest grocery store is 8 miles away and my nearest Costco is 2 driving hours away on a two-lane road. All places can be dangerous, but I think Idaho mountains are some of the safest. Maybe Eva can move to the States where she wanted to live but real estate is too high, now.

[@SS-qo4xe]

Itchy Boots had the same problem. She works months ahead now and no one knows where she is at any moment. Any presence on the internet, let alone on KZbin, makes one vulnerable. There are choices to be made unfortunately. Good luck

[@TheUntamedJournal]

A few years ago Jonna Jinton had someone was coming to her property also.

[@yose42]

Veela (singer) the same

[@subutaynoyan5372]

Noraly is really way more thoughtful and well planned and has a very methodic way. I don't know when she started it, but she definetly starts posting way after she has been through somewhere. And even at her beginning, she was not in the same area for more than a few days if she was not absolutely pinned there for some reason She also has pre-arranged contacts in case something goes awry, GPS locators, SOS beacons with her etc.

[@frankrault3190]

Noraly (Itchy Boots) hardly stays alone in the wilderness. She always stays over the night at a planned and trusted place. Surrounded by solid walls.

[@subutaynoyan5372]

​@@frankrault3190 She even went so far to find a German mechanic who can build an old analogue bike from scratch, with next to infinite supply of parts, in case she needs one, build a Tenerife from scratch and modified so that she can stay mobile and least amount of malfunctions, sensor problems, electronic issues etc. One of the big reasons, I am sure that although she doesn't expose herself in the night, she still did not want to be stuck somewhere for prolongued time because, when you pass through, you're just a phantom, but if you are there for weeks, waiting for shipped parts, it might draw attention from a lot of people because she sticks out a lot in places she visits. The main idea is to be as mobile as possible, yes. But I'm dead certain the other thing is, she's been in unnerving situations and wants to avoid being stricken anywhere as much as possible

[@TUPELO_HUNNY]

My daughter's stalker caught her leaving her apartment to go to work late one night. He violently assaulted her and held her hostage for hours. She was unrecognizable after the attack. That was 7.5 years ago and she still suffers from horrible PTSD. As a mother, it was the worst thing I ever experienced as a parent.

[@natashab3412]

God thats so awful. I hope she can or has found a group for therapy that is helpful. .as a parent myself i cant imagine Prayers for (both of your) continued healing. 🙏🌻

[@hugos6444]

I am sad for you both.

[@libbylong9059]

I'm so sorry! As a parent and grandparent, this scares me so much. I hope she's getting the help she needs.

[@teddyraffudeen7056]

Young lady. Take time off. Get the hell away from there for a while. Strong and sensible is different from evil and demented.

[@orangestoneface]

she knew him or

[@Larryray-nz6vc]

I'm so sorry that you've gone through this. I've watched your videos through Alaska and United States. And you show me places , I will never be able to go. I thank you for that. God bless be safe

[@1catea2012]

I bought 35 acres of land in the mountains, intending to slowly develop it while I camped there. Neighboring property owners (Hillbillies and mountain men) trespassed regularly, tore down my fences, blocked my access roads, threatened, and harrassed me. I left my beautiful land after one of them, completely unhinged, attacked my girlfriend and myself. The local police will not go up there. These men boast that they are friends with the sheriff. It must be true because we filed assault charges the day it happened. We recorded some of the attack on my cell phone and took pictures of our bruises. After postponing his court date every few weeks for almost a year, the D.A. suddenly decided not to prosecute because of "lack of evidence." They stole my off grid dream!!! 😢

[@NightsReign]

​​@@fritzdeuces Ummm? I'm not entirely sure how one's supposed to react to your comment. I have to wonder why you did the thing? Accuse the person you're talking to that they're wrong about something, don't elaborate at all, don't give any examples what was wrong or what the "right way" is. Just leave it completely nebulous & ambiguous, so they'll never know, you don't have a clue what you're talking about either. And because that wasn't insulting enough, imply they were foolish for ever daring to dream in the first place! Spoken like an experienced abuser. 💀

[@peggywood6215]

@@fritzdeuces how do you know what is good for others?

[@matthewg7835]

@@fritzdeuces how should it be handled?

[@Trepanation21]

@@matthewg7835 I feel like, if you're choosing to live off-grid, 'how nature handles things' is a valid guide to the potential requirements thereof, right? ...So ask yourself, _how does nature handle territory disputes?_ And then you can evaluate whether living off the grid with little to no municipal support is within your wheelhouse.

[@MountainGyspy]

Two sides to every story... and most "hillbillies" don't pick fights with their neighbors. 100% guarantee that you were the one who somehow disrespected the culture of honor and the locals were fed up. You were the outlander.

[@Oceanpreneur]

Brave to share this! What a terrifying experience. On your own land! I hike, camp and vanlife a lot alone as well. Writing this from my van in the wild (Europe). All I can hear are birds, but each car passing by makes me extra alert. It’s how it is. Like you, I have my own safety rituals: a weapon by my bed, car keys and a charged phone within reach, never share a live location with the internet, but I always let someone know where I am, and always park in a way that let me drive away, and I try to never arrive in the dark. And I have a dog:) My most terrifying experience was someone knocking on my van in the middle of the night, pretending he was a female police officer. I saw him coming, the recording being played, and didn't open of course. Waited forever for him to leave. And then I also drove away. Shakey. And one time someone, either super drunk or drugged told me to move but I had a flat tire and couldn’t go anywhere. I rang the police. Thank god we have dogs! It’s unsettling not to know the intentions and what intoxicated and mental unstable people could potentially be up to. And yet, despite these moments, I feel much safer in the wild than in cities and busy zones. Take some good time reassessing. I’ve been struggling getting into making videos, for which a big reason is less privacy. But also courage and priorities I guess. You inspire me to show up more in the youtube thing. And you encourage sooo many people, especially women I believe to get out there and be wild! I hope you find a way to continue that doesn’t sacrifice the freedom and peace of mind you need. Always follow your instinct. Sending love, care, and solidarity from a fellow adventure sister. ❤

[@kwimms]

You sound very foolish. Enjoy your "freedom"

[@Ihavebeenwatchingyou]

I'm a 48 year old man and I live in a rural location. It is common around here to wave at passing cars or pedestrians who are out walking. Recently I noticed that woman more often than not don't wave, especially when they are on their own. I wondered why this was the case, and then it dawned on me that if they wave at a man, then some men would think it was an invitation instead of just a greeting. I mentioned my observation to my sister and she was like well duh!, she said she was once followed around a supermarket because she smiled back at a guy.

[@kurdtpage]

Username checks out

[@louibeans]

Duh, indeed. Now think further: Women have to be alert at all times. We have to be suspicious of every situation where we encounter a man on our own because not just our personal experience but also history has shown what happens. All the time. Every single woman I know has made multiple experiences with scary men who tried something or succeeded. Imagine your privilege not having to live with that level of precaution at all times.

[@X3r0.]

I think this is a really great opportunity for men to check their privileges.

[@laurajemina7312]

Yep, that's the sad truth. I often like to be friendly to all people and also currently work in a customer service job. I am so sad to see how often it happens when a friendly smile or word or two is thought to be flirting 😕 I feel sorry and frustrated that women have to be careful even being friendly and for decent men who experience things like you or even worse, because of the stupid ones. Also some men seem to think, that all women like being complimented on their body. I can tell to most it feels intrusive. Especially at swimming hall or such 🤮 I am glad you know why this is happening, that in many cases the women aren't just being rude. Have to add that most men are still decent. So I still continue to be friendly and try act cooler with creepy ones

[@20thcenturyrelic]

@@magma7961 No, this person deliberately sought her out in a remote area. I think his intentions were questionable, to say the least.

[@TMMx]

The scary thing about doing KZbin is that it makes you famous enough to be at risk of getting stalkers, but doesn't usually pay enough for you to afford protection from them.

[@TheDisappearingHandle]

Not sure if it’s been said or mentioned, but please check your car for AirTags, they’re so small and easy for stalkers to use!! Stay safe Eva❤️❤️

[@ItsMeNanaD71]

I escaped my kidnapper. I solo camp as therapy. You need to add lights outside & away from your tent close to the tree line so you can actually see what’s going on out there after dark. All you’re currently doing is lighting up yourself after dark so someone could sit in those woods & watch you, but you’d never see them. THIS IS WHY WE CARRY OUR PEW PEWS as well, along with mace & bear spray. I camp in state parks in the fall & winter when I’m likely the only camper. My state doesn’t have blm land to camp on. But even with that I’ve gotten a bad gut feeling & packed up to leave as soon as I got set up. I take men’s sized 13 shoes that stay outside the tent, I bring an extra smaller tent & extra chairs to look like I’m not alone. I also got a German shepherd, Labrador & a Labrador/Malinois mix who accompany me now as well. Stay safe out there & ALWAYS TRUST YOUR GUT. It’s better to be safe than sorry. Oh, and try to leave in daylight when at all possible. Don’t stop for a cup of anything, just get out!

[@cherylp3710]

I love the idea of making it look like you are not alone! Good thinking. Unfortunately, she has to pack all of that in but might be well worth it. Also, we all know the creepers are reading this now.

[@smlorrin]

I thought the same thing when she put the heater outside the tent in the last video. The smoke could be used to indicate where she was.

[@AnnAndNala]

Brilliant information. Stay safe! 🦋

[@notsonominal]

Permanently lighting up the wilderness is not a good idea, for people or wildlife. There are plenty of low light cameras available that should give plenty bright pictures if there is enough light for a human to traverse the terrain. (Infrared lighting is an option but relatively easy to detect with cheap equipment so nothing that will deter the determined).

[@potatoskunk5981]

@@notsonominal Motion-activated lights could be part of the answer. Not a full solution on their own, but as one of the pieces of the puzzle. I think the best option, though, is probably to relocate and then be much more careful about revealing information about the new location.

[@bmarie8939]

Living in Northern California, I am used to camping with plenty of wildlife. I love animals. Bears, mountain lions, snakes, coyotes, etc do not scare me at all. It is the human species that terrify me.

[@Szaboo92]

ive never heard of anyone not scared of mountain lions let alone loving them

[@jerihough117]

I agree but it makes me so sad.

[@PatrickThreewit]

Living in Idaho, I car camp a lot usually only a couple days at a time. I see very few people. I few weeks ago I came across a cow camp. Public land is used by cattlemen a lot to graze their stock, I first went through their cow camp and then met them further on. I enjoyed talking to the nearly 6-foot driver of a pickup. The group was heading for winter camp at lower elevations. This person mentioned that the group had killed 40 rattlesnakes the previous winter. I'm glad she was friendly because she wasn't someone to be trifled with, but I enjoyed my visit and directions. Even with good maps and a hand held GPS, traveling in my region is still hard. I got lost trying to go on gravel and dirt roads back to my home but luckily an old guy in a utility truck helped me. I'm also well trained with firearms, but I'm not a mechanic, so if I break down I might have to walk home 50 miles and my arthritic joints don't do well. I only travel, usually in my county which is the 18th largest U.S. county with only 17,000 people but no one lives on back country public land, so I rarely see anyone.

[@FMN024]

Just stop it. It’s a dangerous and stupid myth to perpetuate. In Romania the government official data shows that in the last 20 years 27 tourists and villagers were killed by the carpathian bears and 274 people were disfigured!

[@dogwoodtrail9385]

Well, I do love mountain lions, camped solo around them, woke up to two wild lions fighting near my tent in California and had worked with these kitties, and Im a woman. So now you heard of one, son. They are much more harmless than dogs

[@MariaBucardi]

Hey Eva, every one of us women faces such situations, especially if we're visible on social media. It's normal-there are always such psychos out there. You just need to be ready for it both physically and mentally. Stay strong. Hugs and kisses!

[@lilylelob]

Hi Eva! You need another property to live on, keep it secret, never film on it, a property where you have direct car access and camp in your car ready to go. Never show your emotions especially fear because this may trigger psychos, they enjoy it. Nobody should know where you are or where you will go. Post weeks later after you left a location. We understand. ❤ Thank you for sharing. A big lesson for all women who are hiking and camping, thank you!

[@dleon0902]

THIS

[@문상현5kn]

Thank lord Jesus for $75k that biweekly changed my mindset and behavior, my goals, my family and I've to say this video has inspired me a lot!!!!🙏❤️

[@Harrywang5kn]

I'm feeling really motivated. Could you share some details about the biweekly topic you brought up?

[@문상현5kn]

Thanks to my co-worker (Alex) who suggested Ms Mary Elizabeth Webb.

[@AndreKia-c2m]

WOW I know her too! Miss Ms Mary Elizabeth Webb is a remarkable individual whom has brought immense positivity and inspiration into my life.

[@HerTwoWheels]

This is so so soooo sad. And even worse, it’s a sad reality. I’ve had people track me down in other countries also. (With zero malicious intent) but still. It’s not a comforting feeling. As a solo traveler also, the struggle of creating and not sharing too much about your whereabouts is such a fine line. You made the right choice to leave. Thank you for making this video and bringing awareness to how absolutely unacceptable their behavior is. ❤

[@Rovert_0987]

FWIW an associate was doing a round the world motorcycle adventure trip and blogging it , although he was ntot grifting for cash, just a blog. He found the bulk of the people he passed by to be kind & helpful . Even more so after some one worked out where he was , beat him up & stole his bike & all of his belongings . So not they get posted 6 months after he has done each leg . The person most responsible for your safety is you .

[@geoffcapp7257]

Dogs know when we are uncomfortable. Dogs are awesome friends.😊

[@ernestomarquez6655]

Vilk is key.

[@geoffcapp7257]

@@ernestomarquez6655 agreed 👍

[@whythiskolaveridi1883]

I admire your courage and independence-it’s truly inspiring to see someone live so freely and authentically. However, as someone who deeply values safety, I’d encourage you to consider whether the risks of such solitude are worth it. Even for my own daughter, I’d advise balancing freedom with precautions in a world that’s not always kind or safe. You deserve to thrive without fear, and sometimes, a bit of added protection can make all the difference.

[@timbrawdy2249]

There’s some people who are so lonely they start to think KZbinrs and celebs are their friends and want them. For all the crazies out there are thousands of real fans that appreciate you and want to see you happy and healthy.❤️

[@pantangelicious]

@@timbrawdy2249 this is called parasocial behavior.

[@akiraode-smith6084]

Parasocial relationships are insane - kids +chat gpt is the future

[@Angieka]

Why can’t women just be left alone in PEACE? Why must we always, always have to factor potential male aggressors into the equation, when we do the things we want to do in this world? Like we aren’t entitled to joy or peace even on our own private land. I’m so sorry this happened to you, and I understand how terrifying this must be.

[@nanasabia]

because they are physically stronger and have dominated the female body for centuries. But that doesn't mean all of them are agressors - it just is dangerous for women on their own

[@hcbevin3234]

I’m sorry for the sorry state of the world…especially with a “certain president-elect” setting up the worst example for men all over the world to see and “follow”.

[@AnnAndNala]

@@hcbevin3234 I agree with you 100%. It's concerning now that the trump cult creeps will feel empowered that it's "okay" or that they won't get prosecuted, just like he gets away with everything. Be careful ladies. We need to protect each other. 🦋

[@MatanZlatan]

this isn't a woman only thing, a man can get killed while traveling as well, happened plenty of times, truth is people in general aren't left alone by other people, humans worst predator and enemy is another human and we're worlds apex predators in general.

[@lmtgabi]

@Angleka I know exactly what you mean. Had it been a man's channel the odds would have been definitely lower to find an intruder so comfortable to invade such a private sacred space like someone's HOME.

[@sevira8592]

Thanks for showing us that nothing is ever perfect. I'm a czech fifteen year old with great aspirations for my future, and it is amazing to know that people like you exist. People who are honest, fair and stay true to themselves. I'm so glad I found your channel. Love from Brno, Doubravka ❤

[@crownonpoint]

I know exactly what this feels like. It makes you feel so helpless and vulnerable. You never know what there intentions are. It makes you want to run and hide from them. I started to question everyone's intentions when i would go out. My mind & body was on high alert. What makes it even worse is the police can't do much to help you feel safe. I'll be praying for you lots. My heart breaks for you and everyone other person that feels unsafe in there own home. 😢❤❤

[@Erin-S]

I want to SCREAM and RAGE for you, Eva. I am furious that after so much work to get your own home you do not feel safe. Because you legitimately are not safe. I am FURIOUS for these disgusting men who think this is okay.

[@Creamyson]

@@Erin-S you Can meet sick women too....don t you réalisé thé World WE live in?

[@NZKiwi87]

The entitlement and delusions that these men have shown is nauseating.

[@johnmatthews4717]

false drama

[@whoatemybread86]

​@@Creamyson When I was at University and in High School, I had a habit of finding the crazies. My dating life was literally me throwing darts at the crazy-hot matrix, but filtered for only girls greater than 9 on the crazy scale.

[@rebeccabutler9728]

​@@johnmatthews4717Stupid man. How would you like it if a complete stranger showed up on your land because they had been looking for you? That's her HOME. Private property.

[@johnstevens6865]

Sorry to hear about your troubles, Eva. DONT LET THEM BREAK YOUR STRIDE OR SPIRIT! DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO TO PROTECT YOURSELF, BUT KNOW THAT MOST PEOPLE ARE GOOD AND SUPPORT YOU!

[@amberconner32]

I agree 💯. Eva you're stronger than that do not let anybody break your spirit.

[@chrispotter219]

Your words are supportive but remember, it only take one maniac...........

[@johnstevens6865]

@@chrispotter219 true!

[@Steevee14]

Yes, most people are good, but it takes only one to ruin you life.

[@nomad-1776]

I'm going to be blunt. He knows where you are and you have to assume he will be back. Next, if he found you, surely other people can as well. You have to prepare for that. Even if he gets arrested and never comes back, someone else could find you the same way he did. Relocating, perhaps with the help of professionals, is unfortunately your safest bet. No amount of locked doors and security cameras can protect you from a committed stalker. The alternative is armed security. I'm not going to lie to you or downplay the situation like others might. This is serious you need to act. Don't be afraid, but be realistic and aware.

[@cherylp3710]

No, but a gun, bear spray, pepper spray, self-defense classes are the best chance of stopping stalkers. Woman or man, you need to be able to defend yourself anywhere if travelling alone or living off the grid. It is the sad reality, unfortunately.

[@mizzle1524]

we are not allowed to defend ourselves in Europe we can’t own guns for protection against human aggressors or wild animals and the right to private property is also a joke in Europe compared to America

[@boredom3646]

@@cherylp3710 remember there are countries outside US, so no guns. I’m glad we don’t have guns because this guy could have been trigger happy if he felt rejected by her. Crazy people out there

[@KalashniKEV762]

She's a social media influencer. Even if she kept moving contantly and only posted one month in the past, it would always be possible to find her.

[@versedi]

@@boredom3646 You can get permit for carry in Poland and it's not hard. Problem would be no safe in solid structure in the tent. I think it's still required.

[@LilRedHeidiHood]

I completely feel your pain. I wish social media would do more to protect creators

[@jazzcatt]

How are they supposed to do that? I have had stalkers simply because I used to be a singer in clubs. Strange men trying to follow me home, showing up every night to my gigs professing their undying love for me, and frankly I don't think I was all that darned great of an entertainer, nor did I think I was some kind of gorgeous, sexy chick either. Am I supposed to expect nightclubs, bars, restaurants or public parks and other venues to keep stalkers away from me? No It comes with the territory. Unfortunately weirdos are something you have to deal with when you become a 'public' figure of any type. Heck, you don't have to be one to wind up with a stalker. What you DO have to do is exactly what she did. Think of your safety first.

[@mksjnd]

What is KZbin supposed to do to protect someone who intentionally wants to wander the wilderness alone? If she was stalked, that person who did it is absolutely wrong is every way. At the same time, it still her resposibility to ensure she is adequately prepared for everything that could go wrong with solo traveling, and assess if the risk is worth it.

[@user-iu7ig7wr7k]

I am a nature lover who stopped going anywhere near the woods after getting followed by a particularly scary man. I thought I was completely alone but was being stalked. I have not went out much since. I feel for you Eva, it's not nice when evil people take away the one thing that they love from you. So sorry this had happened to you.

[@andianderson9043]

Isn't it terrible that us women cannot enjoy our peace without a man intimidating and scaring us. Unfortunately to be safe, we have to do what feels safe and if that means taking yourself off the land for a while, then that's what has to be done. Time for you to regroup and think. I'm so sorry you are going through this. Sending you a huge hug ❤

[@D19DMO128D]

It is not terrible. If you had a man you wouldn't be worrying about this. Women must be accompanied by men they trust, just like children are. It is your fault for changing the good old tradition that worked

[@vickierutherfordwhite5882]

I am sorry this is happening to you. Bear spray works wonders I am in Mississippi where most women who live alone own a gun. I hope you are given peace

[@mosbysmen]

i live in a small town in ok. i would bet at least 95% of the women are carrying a pistol all the time.

[@blondedogart]

Hello Eva, I've just discovered your channel, I love what you're doing and I'm so sorry that you have had to experience this kind of trauma. Don't let them stop you doing what you want but safety first

[@moonasha]

as a very recent victim of stalking, I'm so sorry you had to go through that. It has ruined my life. I cannot sleep without a gun in the room because I'm afraid to hear that break of glass in the night. Spent hundreds on security cameras. Considering leaving the area. I hope your situation isn't as bad as mine. Leaving is not 'giving up'. It's preserving your mental health. And I'll just say in my situation, I refused to give into the fear, but the situation just got worse until this whackjob eventually tried to light my house on fire while I was inside.

[@melytlalli187]

So sorry, have you thougth to move out?

[@LeslyGarreau]

That's absolutely terrifying! It's scary to think there are people out there who would act this way. I noticed you may have inadvertently shared information about your location when you mentioned the B&B near your property. My wife and I, who live in Krakow, actually looked up the B&B hoping to visit someday - but this makes me realize that someone with malicious intent could have done the same thing. I'm so sorry you're going through this unsettling experience. Please know you have our complete support and are in our thoughts. ❤️

[@mannybravo237]

I thought the B&B was was standard for 'bed and breakfast', so that could be anyplace,,,it is the actual name there by where she is? Oops

[@krewetkaaaa]

​@@mannybravo237 yes name of her friends place is in the earlier videos

[@pratiksha5072]

Exactly this. I noticed this too and commented then out of worry that something like this could happen in the future. People can do a lot of stuff with just close by landmarks like that one.

[@mannybravo237]

@@krewetkaaaa i heard her say that in her previous vlog, and thought the 'b&b' was as if saying, "the market's close by.", without disclosing the exact location, since bed and breakfast houses are all over. Terrible security breach

[@charonstyxferryman]

Hi Eva, If he seems to always know where you are: He could had put a GPS tracker in something you own, e.g. car, luggage. Apple's AirTag is also something to be aware of. There're are apps who can tell you if something, e.g. An AirTag or something like it, is tracking you.

[@cherylp3710]

Good advice. He could have put a GPS tracker on your truck also. Have it throughly checked out to clear it from tracking devices. It might be a good idea to change your phone and phone #. It could have been hacked and now be tracking. So sad that this has been your new reality. I'm truly sorry.

[@GreciaPetry]

@@charonstyxferryman My thoughts exactly. My ex put a GPS tracker beneath my car last year. Also, why why why did she displayed her car plate for the world to see here?

[@niggoah1]

Jesus...if that's one way of how he found her location, then there's definitely a possibility that he had other intentions. If his excuse were "I just wanted to hangout", its probably just a fake excuse cause no one who just wants to "hang out" is gonna stalk someone by finding their location using a gps tracker unless they wanted to act on their other motives

[@kevinmoore5053]

Android phones have a tracker scanner built in, go to settings, and search "unknown tracker alerts" enable it and it can scan automatically, but there's also a manual scan that allows you to pinpoint a tracker... in my job were supposed to scan our company vehicles to protect ourselves... I imagine it's also in European phones...

[@rjt1201]

I really hope she sees this comment

[@Danedesta]

I've been catching up with your videos today (chronologically) and I was shocked by what happened to you, so I had to pause it like 3-4 minutes in to express my support to you. I know that a month has passed since this video was posted, but I hope that you are now safe and I'm so sorry that this has happened to you. I hope that this doesn't turn you away for filming your adventures! Stay safe and I send the warmest greetings to you and Vilk from Bosnia!

[@czm2000]

As a father of 3 daughters this is the type of stuff that makes me sick. I'm so sorry you've had to go through this. You should not have to feel unsafe especially on your own property. You should feel safe and secure everywhere, but especially on your own private land.

[@sagittario5405]

This is only apparently her private property. Until it is fenced, which is impossible, everyone has the right to enter. Poles love walking in the forest and mountains because nature is a common good. Unless you fence it as private land.

[@EmmE1358]

@@sagittario5405 It’s the same in Sweden where I live, but that doesn’t give you the right to walk up to the person or their house uninvited and say “there you are, I’ve been looking for you”. That’s something completely different.

[@czm2000]

@@sagittario5405 Someone passing through her property is NOT what I was talking about and you know it. If you think someone innocently walking through her property was the problem then you're missing the point.

[@frankpatterson9682]

That is absolutely terrifying. I am so sorry you are going through this..

[@sandifcg]

Eva, so glad you are following your instinct to step away from a dangerous situation. You are one of the most inspirational women I have seen and are an example for us in your courage to follow your path and know when it’s time to delay a dream until you can be safe and joyful living the dream. Cheering you on. Be safe!

[@andersnielsen6044]

So happy you talk about these horrifying experiences. I can assure you that some of do know how it feels, when people crosses the lines of privacy and intimacy. Every one of us who stands up or for something - has this happening, all the time. And no, it does not matter what gender you have. People invades your spaces all the time, without any sort of invitations. It does not matter if you are a politician, NGO-worker, journalist, actor, musician, youtuber, influencer, model, athlete or whatever.. All it takes is you to show your face to the world/local community - and then some people to this world/local community think they own you. That is the most scary thing, you never know what these people want from you or do to you. It has to stop, people must learn to respect other peoples private and intimate space. It does not matter if you are serving warm soup for the homeless in the street or you camp on youtube in front of millions of viewers - people should NOT out of nothing sit at your back porch at your home waiting for you or showing up on private land with absolutely no invitations. Period. Hope you'll find peace and rest somewhere, at least of all I can assure you that I do hear and feel your pain. ;)

[@MillimeterMech]

This is fucking tragic. People do not understand boundaries.

[@robsterTN]

Many of the people who do this kind of thing are not mentally stable, thus boundaries don’t matter much.

[@bryanford1139]

it's worse...this fu@%er don't CARE about boundaries

[@MishaDaBear]

There are 3 stages 1. they don't care, 2. they search maybe locate, but would never visit or approach, and then 3. there are these creeps who really cross the line!

[@annca]

Calm down sir, there is no stalker, she does it for the views. Don't believe everything the world puts on the internet.

[@scot-tish7486]

@@annca 🥱

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

Vilk being mischievous at the end was great.

[@jim-se5xc]

@@Bigdaddyslasher It was. Her speaking to him in her natural voice. Lovely.

[@burrdaddy]

Your courage is impressive, as is your resolve. You certainly don't deserve to live with that anxiety. I hope things get better. Put your privacy and safety at the top of the list. Best of luck to you.

[@vandover1528]

Bless your heart. I can only imagine what your going through. I wish you had never left the United States. We love you here. Many prayers for you. I wish there were something your fans could help you with. Thank goodness you have Vilk. He has to be a huge comfort to you. Best of luck.

[@charlescollin4374]

Yes Eva I will be polite ❤️ what your are experiencing is really sad…..I’m in Canada and and being 66 years old, I love following your videos….being public and doing what you love, these people doing this to you is not what you were doing this for . Hope this will change. Fallowing you inspires a lot of people around the world….DON'T STOP DOING WHAT YOU LOVE. A far away friend from Canada. Cheers

[@felinetherapy4782]

That's so terrifying. I can't imagine being able to sleep with what's going on - you would feel exposed. You are brave and strong and making good decisions.

[@Patriciaylunart]

How did you record him? Did you have cameras at the entrance of your property? And why didn’t you leave right away instead of shooting a video for Yt?

[@Nikitateagurl_77]

Right?

[@AZXRP]

@@Nikitateagurl_77 Sounds like she is just trying to made drama for her videos. What are the odds of recording a random meeting in the forest and having it in frame?? Doesn't make sense.

[@claixfr]

​@@AZXRP​@AZXRP The stalker and the friend look the same... Also the story about the other guy fouding out about the Nat Geo and going to another continent makes no sense.

[@hannah_shepperd]

As she mentioned in her videos she has security cameras set up in case of any wolves/bears

[@Marleen.Remeysen]

@@claixfr How old are you?...

[@sshepard5222]

It's taken me a month to watch this video out of fear, I had a stalker 10 years ago. The lasting psychological damage that still lingers means anytime I watch anything that involves a stalker I get a lot of PTSD, I get nightmares, I have panic attacks. I love Eva's content its always helped me push to recapture the strong independent woman I was before the stalking took that from me so to know she went through a incident upsets me because I know the damage it can do long term. I'm hoping maybe exposing this to me even though I know it will trigger me, I hope the chosen exposure will help me process my trauma and with time more and more exposure to the subject will help me get over it. I hope somehow Eva is more mentally immune to any lasting damage and I wish people would stop their shitty parasocial behaviour with creators. I'm sorry youve gone through this Eva, I hope you heal quickly from these incidents.

I have seen your video, and I just want to say that this is not fair. No one should have to go through what you are experiencing. I am truly sorry for what you are going through and sending you all my strength and warmth.

[@mark-ek9lp]

“We can ignore reality, but we cannot ignore the consequences of ignoring reality.” ― Ayn Rand

[@tamasvarga67]

Exactly!

[@jim-se5xc]

@@tamasvarga67 Don't panic. She's "finding someway to navigate the situation..."

[@ClovisPoint]

the trouble is dealing with reality ,and surviving ................

[@Gizziiusa]

I thought the current reality is "strng and independnt." Has it changed yet again ? Im confused.

[@gregparrott]

While that is an accurate statement, it does sound a bit foreboding.

[@doejanedoe]

That walk back to your car in the dark was terrifying. I took such a huge sigh of relief when the morning came and you were safe in your car with Vilk.

[@robbojnr27]

The question is why did she wait till dark ? Utter clown show

[@doejanedoe]

@ You could tell she was wrestling with what to do prior to making the decision. It’s seems like after the phone call with her friend, it was reinforced that she needed to get out of there. We couldn’t begin to know what was going through her head. The fear state can really overtake you and your body goes into fight, flight, fawn or freeze mode.

[@robbojnr27]

@@doejanedoe She had slept several nights there before making the decision- it was all for the camera

[@MrHeadslasher]

As a van dweller of ten years in an urban setting and a Navy veteran. It seems like you might need some personal security. I have interests and experience related to off grid homesteading. I am willing to bet that you could find a person like myself who need work that would be willing to provide security for you on your properties while also respecting your privacy. It's good to be independent, it makes you pretty awesome. But people need each other, too. Make good friends, and keep them close! I really liked your Nat Geo episode. Cool stuff!

[@ajjoyfulwriter]

Thank you for sharing what’s going on with your life. You have the right to feel safe, and to be safe. If that means leaving the property for a while, to figure out what’s right for you at this point in your life, that’s 100% OK. You are not giving in to darkness, you are finding your light, and the right safety path for you. If I may make a suggestion, moving forward - when making a video &/or share anything about where you live, don’t give any distinguishing information. The moment you told your audience what mountain range you were on, it was only a matter of time before crazy people found you. In the future, be as vague as you possibly can, for your safety. You’re well-being must always come first. Sending you positive energy, and wishing you the absolute best!

[@CancerZodiacAstrologyHoros-k7z]

How come the CAMERA knew which path the "perpetrator" was going to take??

[@criticalevent]

I hear Poland doesn't make it particularly difficult to acquire a rifle.

[@pieterveenders9793]

Correct, and once licensed to own a firearm, carrying it for self-protection isn't an issue in Poland either.

[@iddqd2048]

It is extremally difficult.

[@historyouuu3495]

In Finland we HUNT

[@mywaychannel1]

Nonsense, it's very difficult to get a legal gun in Poland. You need to be a citizen, you need to do a theoretical and physical exam also u need to explain why you want a gun and join a hunting club which you need to pay annual fees etc ...

[@ykseattle]

I am a woman who hikes and camps alone in the wilderness- where there are cougars and bears. I always carry bear spray and a hunting knife, even on day hikes, for protection against animals and humans. Unless, hunting, I wouldn’t carry a gun. I totally understand your feeling of vulnerability on your land. Because there are wolves and stalkers (as a single woman with 1.82 million followers it is unfortunate, but inevitable that some would try to seek you out), I would set up an electrified mesh fence around a chosen perimeter of your property. You can see through it and it doesn’t have to look like a fortress, but it can be very effective. It will also cut down on critters seeking out of your food supply. I don’t know how it would work off grid, but they are used for live stock and I am sure there is someone where you live who could help you install it.

[@Redeemed-10]

This is serious and you making this video while still on your land in the open air with only your dog, a tent, and an axe after all of this is a lack of wisdom. Please stop prioritizing these videos over your safety as it feels crazy to watch you do this knowing your safety is at risk. What these men are doing is wrong and yet it also feels wrong to watch you cry and express fear over what is happening while that man is literally still on your property. Yes, it makes for a good video but this one just feels…..wrong. It would be different if you filmed this after securing your safety especially the part where you express that you don’t want to go in the dark and yet you had plenty of time while it was still light outside to get to safety and yet instead you chose to sit down in the grass and film to tell us how scared you were. The last thing your viewers want is for you to put filming before your personal safety and get attacked.

[@UrbanRVLife]

And let's not forget. Just in time for winter.

[@ts7371]

This, and she waited for it to be dark before feelin any need to get the heck out of there.

[@alexarosa632]

@@ts7371 she was probably in shock. Her friend told her to go to the car, sometimes in these situations we need people to advise us.

[@humbledbyHisgrace]

Don't blast your business all over the world, ie social media. Problem solved.

[@debrasfeltstudio]

Oh lovely, i am a mum of 5 girls, a grandma, and my heart goes out to you it is sooooo wrong. I cried seeing you cry , your honesty and vulnerability are felt deeply. God i am angry You are strong , beautiful,intelligent you are amazing , dont give up for men , then they have won ! Adopt big shepherd dogs and electric fences and maybe woofas (young folk working for board and lodgings)on the edge of your land living in a caravan in exchnge with security and dog sitting. we love following you you are so inspirational . But safety goes first in this fucked up world. You are in our thoughts darling and we re sending you strenghth, ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Mimi-ui7du]

Did I miss how this encounter was caught on camera, is there a surveillance cam, luckily, on that exact spot?

[@magma7961]

Well, how do you admit you made yet another wrong decision , it got cold, wet and boring , no electricity to charge all the equipment... we all know drama is more watchable. Just an observation...

[@Mimi-ui7du]

@@magma7961I agree. Not watching her too often, because there is always some sort of histrionic drama going on.

[@UrbanRVLife]

"doesnt want to quit" just in time for winter.

[@colleenbalch328]

Eva, if you intend to use a knife as a self defense weapon, please get yourself the proper training, or get training with Mace or another similar pepper spray. Better yet, get a comprehensive course on self-defense for women. You are an independent, often solo adventurer. Situations like this, unfortunately, could happen again. Such courses also give you training in how to assess someone approaching you, teach about cover and concealment, escaping holds someone may have on you, and much much more. They're worth doing for peace of mind as you adventure through the world.

[@cherylp3710]

Americans are different but I don't know anyone who would live that remotely without a gun. I'd have a shotgun or rifle plus a side arm to carry. Protection from animals and that includes the men who are hunting you down. Women have a right to feel safe anywhere but that isn't the real world we live in. Get a gun and take gun safety classes so that you learn how to be a responsible gun owner. Don't let it be known that you have taken these steps. Then go back to your land secretedly and protect yourself and your land. It is your right!

[@uribove]

Pepper spray is illegal in a lot of European countries

[@nicsxnin6786]

I really hope she reads your comment. She doesn’t hold a knife like she could defend herself. I would have grabbed ax. I grew up with guns but still learned some basic techniques for when I’m unarmed.

[@PatrickThreewit]

good advice

[@versedi]

You don't use knife for defense. If it gets into attackers hand you are dead.

[@GoodBadOmen]

Bro even when women go out of their way to choose the bear….Men follow them into the woods. 🐻

[@alil7348]

Why didn't Vilk react to the man caught on the camera?

[@hans2574]

Because it's a paid actor

[@wout123100]

@@hans2574 i dont know about that, but there are some weird things here...

[@Nate1975]

@@wout123100the fact that it was all filmed for a video struck me as odd, why would you do that…

[@KittyDeeReally]

Filming all this probably kept her connected, sane, alert and safe-ish: As it wouldn’t be a good idea to attack someone while they are talking on a phone or recording a video. Also: Not all dogs are guard dogs, that will attack strangers for no apparent reason. She is the ‚pack leader‘, if she keeps her cool, the dog can relax. During the night creeping in she got restless and fearful and I assume the dog noticed the insecurity, which probably was the reason he couldn’t rest as always but instead was keeping watch over the land.

[@pogodanaprzygode]

Why the stalker has the same hair and pair of shoes, like her friend at the end of the wideo?

[@JE-4508]

"Hell is other people," Jean-Paul Sartre

[@metzgerism]

"Hell is flutes."

[@draoi99]

No, that is a trick of the devil. Hell is a neighbour who plays the accordion.

[@cantbendknee]

Are we not allowed to say what gender the stalkers were?

[@JE-4508]

@@cantbendknee She identified both as men.

[@William_Hada]

​​@@cantbendkneeYou are delusional if you think stalkers are only one sex. Stalkers are of both sexes. Do a little searching and you can find very famous male and female genders. Jacqueline Ades, Leanne Zaloumis, Dawnette Knight, Shirley Turner, Margaret Mary Ray, Ruth Tagg, and Selena Quintanilla, etc. are a few of many dangerous stalkers you are probably unaware of. Check out those names if you don't believe me.

[@theylied1776]

In my 20s and early 30s, I was heavily into hiker and camping. And depending on the time of year, you would meet the same people over and over on the trail or at a campground. There were a lot of single women who did van-life, camping, and hiking by themselves. They would always tell us stories about men stalking them or just "incidentally" showing up at several campsites they were at. There are some truly broken delusional individuals out there. If shutting down your channel is what you have to do, I hate to see you go, but I understand why.

[@edwardmacnab354]

believe me , it's even worse if you meet a bear .

[@theylied1776]

@edwardmacnab354 We would sometimes have to grab people and drag them away from bears because they're trying to take a picture with a bear thinking that black bears are big dogs!

[@smlorrin]

@@edwardmacnab354 You just don't understand the perhaps irrational fear that most women have around this man/bear exercise. We have heard so many terrible things that have happened to women -- things *_far_* worse than being killed. The vast majority of us certainly do not think that all men are bad. Instead, it's that we don't have a way to know *_which_* ones are until it's too late, and we fear that it would be our luck to meet that man in the woods.

[@edwardmacnab354]

@@theylied1776 yes , we have the same type of thing happen on vancouver island , Local bears can become quite docile and tourists play into that not realizing that the more wilder bears can be very very dangerous if they sense they can take advantage of you

[@edwardmacnab354]

@@smlorrin the thing is with men like that , the woods is the least likely place to encounter them. A bar is the most likely place .

[@kellibuck]

So glad that you trusted your gut. It is so important. Your feelings are valid and I’m sorry this has happened

[@evesdaughter6130]

I hope that things work out for you Eva. I was stalked by someone in my martial arts dojo. It came to a point he followed me on my way home good thing I sensed this before I left the parking lot and I ended up hiding under a car till he was gone. Then he would send me suicide threats that if I didn’t go out with him he would kill himself. My best friend died of suicide just a year prior to my experience so I asked the elders in my martial arts dojo to intervene. Turned out he was doing this to a number of other young women in our dojo. Anyway, the elders intervened and spoke to his parents and I left the dojo for another one. If you could sleep on a friend’s couch and change your patterns for a while would be good maybe also do delayed posts on your channel i.e. post stuff from a month back… so people do not know real time where you are. God bless your beautiful soul. May you be protected always in all your travels and endeavours. Leaving is a smart thing to do for now and not giving up. It’s proper risk management as your friend said. Maybe blur signposts that can reveal where you are? Take care.

[@Koolie_K]

@@evesdaughter6130 did they kick him out of the dojo!?

[@kimberlyquintanilla5493]

Sorry this is happening. I feel your fear. This is what so many women go through. We have to reconstruct our lives just to be safe. Change our routes, leave early or leave later, go to different laundries, change grocery stores, at the extreme we change jobs or get displaced from our homes. Something most men will never even be aware of having to live like this. Stay safe and be hyper aware Those men are extreme in their actions. Be very careful. I love your channel and would absolutely hate that anyone should destroy your freedom and security. This is so upsetting to see it happening to you. Please protect yourself.

[@justme-dm7sb]

Eva, I am no one and I have been stalked in my lifetime 3 times. I wil say it again, I am no one. I live in the US and I own guns and know how to use them, and will if I need to. That is the only reason I feel safe at home in the mountains alone. I KNOW what you are feeling right now. I don't know what your laws are there or to what degree you would protect yourself. I only know what I can and will do at my own home. So many men in this world feel so entitled when it comes to women. They do not believe that women should have anything to say about the choices they make, even if that choice is to have you. Thier ego is so much bigger than thier brain, its pathetic. That is not to say that there are no good men, I know some of the best men in the world and I trust them whole heartedly. Please do not let a few bad ones wreck your dreams. Get tough. Check out what happened to Vanessa Blank. She has a YT channel and was stalked, even though she is married. Maybe talk to some people who have had these things happen and see what they did about it. In the end your safety is up to you. A restraining order is only a paper ultimately. I don't know what your options are for equalizers, but don't give up your dreams because of freaks. I also have bear spray, a taser, a nasty Rotwieler that hates people and the will to do whatever I need to so that no one hurts me. I hope you can figure this out and not quit what you do. You are a treasure to most of the world. Remember that, most of the world respects you.

[@wout123100]

what about your new president..he is one of those macho men, posting an image of that for young people to follow.

[@justme-dm7sb]

@wout123100 Wow. I had nothing to do with him, I haven't seen any image you say he posted, and Eva says she is in her early 30's being stalked. What does any of that have to do with a freak like trump? Angry are you? You think I wanted that POS as a president? Or you are just a troll. Do you really want to have this conversation here? Go to Washington gun law and you will see me call out trumps people all the time. We can have this conversation there if you want. I have no social media so the only other way we talk is if you hunt me down and show up at my house, my sanctuary, uninvited. Want to try that?

[@justme-dm7sb]

@@wout123100 Troll

[@carlosshih-garcia3116]

@@wout123100 aww still salty about that election? LULZ. Make sure you grab a security blanket.

[@mbaker9861]

Eva, Life is so unpredictable! Sorry this happened to you. I'm a woman who does alone roadtrips sometimes. Safety is on the top of my list. You deserve peace & spaciousness. Sending you warming ❤ from California, USA.