WILD CAMPING ALONE IN THE WOODS

[@evazubeck]

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[@MarcelEling]

O, that scammers. Bad people they are. Thnx for the warning.

[@marthaa851]

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[@gr8t1bobo]

You mean I'm not supposed to pay them thru bit coin? Lol

[@lockednloaded777]

Yes they tried to scam me ,almost got me too , went out of my way , than asked I ask if they would please call as I know your voice, just to verify. Now they have my name and number, but that’s it . They wanted me to pay for the shipping and gave me several options and prices for shipping lol

[@CantTakeTheSkysFromME]

Almost got me too, but i was weary to start with.

[@warrenherd9094]

Being 83 and disabled to my home , I feel like I am experiencing travel with you in my recliner. Had a travel trailer and traveled all over the western US doing the camp hosting for the National Park Service. Had two lab’s that travel with me. One would ride shotgun and the other in the back seat. Periodically they would just change places. They were my greatest companions. Now have three dogs with me for companionship. Chocolate lab, large black labradoodle, & English Bulldog. (the boss), keep up the good work, Learning a new vision about all the countries you have visited. THANK YOU. The old retired Major

[@lostreb]

I'm only a few years younger than you, so like you, I like keeping track of those like Eva...However, I also hope to give her a little advice because of our "years of accumulated wisdom" perhaps we can give her "additional information" upon which to make her decisions, instead of coming off like...DO NOT DO THIS or THAT!!!! More like "Before you do this??? Please consider these additional factors." I don't want to discourage her ventures in the wild...but...the fact that ventured so far from her "base camp" that she could not make it back before the rain was really falling (Maybe even a downpour)!?!?!?! That's something that I would prefer her to take into consideration in her willingness to "adventure!!!!" There's a lot to be said for venturing...however...when it comes to "Common Sense?" Sometimes there has to be a little "caution" entered into the equation. I really hope this little adventure with approaching weather moving in has given her a life experience to assist her decisions.

[@trushitajadhav9966]

❤️❤️❤️

[@asimkhan7858]

Indeed

[@highasahorse86]

he's just a baby now but he's gonna be your protector and security when he's bigger. Love that little guy

[@KRYMauL]

Getting an actual working dog for travel would definitely be the safest thing because at that point he's basically a wolf, if you get two no one is going to touch you.

[@Alifeofglory]

He is soooo sweet :-)

[@SevenHunnid]

Day 3 of slowly making it out the hood: i ate burger king inside target high asfc & i smokë weed on my KZbin channel as my job ☄️ til im out the trenches 🦅

[@Tjay0716]

Oh yeah thats gonna be a machine of a dog , beautiful markings you won't have any bear issues or cougars or creepy people . lol

[@bradykay9322]

@@SevenHunnid tell me more. I need your job lol

[@cambellevans9945]

Wow, he really is a stunning dog. Just some friendly advice from a fellow Shepherd owner; please get Vilk socialised with other people and pets as soon as possible and while he is still a pup. Ours wasn't (thanks to Covid lockdowns etc) and it has made life more difficult in the long run.

[@justd9317]

Also to make sure he's fully vaccinated. Especially for Parvo. He can easily get it if he eats or munches on wild animal bones or carcasses.

[@KaydeeKylie]

@@justd9317 Yeah, my GSD had it and it was the worst experience. Thank god she recovered but had gastrointestinal issues for like a year.

[@justd9317]

@@KaydeeKylie I'm sorry to hear that. It is a horrible virus. Our dog got it when he was small. Miraculously, he survived, but has been plagued with seizures ever since.

[@ivanniko7558]

Dogs don't need to socialized with other people and dogs, they don't need tham, people don't understand that dogs need their pack and that is it... pack can be only dog and one person, or can be dog and whole family, or more than one dog, there is alfa that shoud be owner if you want dog who listen... trust me I am dog trainer my while life doing this job more than 15 year I know what I writing

[@monikaw.3683]

@@ivanniko7558 The comment isn't about dog needs it. Rather owner needs it to have easier life.

[@SecondsOfAnOrdinaryLife]

✨I love how you properly described America. We are LA and Vegas and NYC but we are also a vast country of small towns and rural places, connected by mountain ranges that know has heard of. Views that only a few have seen. Bumpy roads that wind through expansive forests along silvery rivers. We like to remind people to have a nice day, and like that lovely woman, to find joy. 🙏🏻 I wish more of the world would experience America this way, and not the Disney version created by marketers. Or the worst of us that is shown on TV. Or the places that glitter at night and shock by day. Thank you for showing, and appreciating America this way, this is the America we are proud of.✨

[@asimkhan7858]

It is hard but enjoyable

[@LeveretteJamesClifford1955]

Hi Eva, I'm a long time avid backpacker as well as camp ground camping when my wife was alive. I just want to say that because I had both knees replaced a few years back, Im not as mobile as I used to be and find it incredibly painful to get up and down from the ground like I could even a year ago. So I want to take to the woods like you are doing along with my 1 year old Border Collie puppy Jessi. I do have some advice because as part of their growing and learning there is a tendency to chew everything that sticks out and interests them. That includes wiring so keep usb wires away from Vilk and don't assume that you can leave something out for just a moment while you turn your back! I see he has been chipped, Jessi has a tag just like his! Good for you! If you get into a town that has a Petco, you can make a custom tag for your little man. I've had a lot of close up and personal bear encounters while backpacking and have only been hurt once, which didn't hurt then because the adrenaline was flowing! I survived obviously. After that I learned several things that would scare bears away without doing them any harm or even an after effect like bear spray. That item is a sonic noisemaker which is loud as thunder and pulsates, getting into the head of all mammals, you and Vilk included. A bear will want to get as far away as fast as possible. It is a small black box with a chain and a pin you pull out to start it. Since you are affected, you will understand what a bear can't and you can train Vilk to withstand the noise and stay by your side. You will want to put that pin back in as soon as possible.I think that since Vilk will grow and if a bear comes, he will try to save you in a fight he can't win although he might have saved you. But I think having a sonic noisemaker could scare the bear away before I taught one of my dogs how to climb a ladder and she surprised me by loving it. She once climbed onto the roof of the house and of course I had to help her get from roof to ladder rungs. Then she would go down on her own. Another dog, Bess, I taught to climb a tall ladder of a sliding board and she loved it! We would go to the park and I would unleash her and she would run to the slide and climb and slide over and over again, so Vilk may find that ladder a fun thing and before you know it, up into the tent and hopefully back down on her own! Your set in Odessa is a great example to learn from! I have to get a larger vehicle but the one I have is large enough to get started in. Thanks for putting up the link to Jackery so I can learn about solar generators, some of the places I really love to go to don't have power or water. That would charge my phone to keep in touch and tell my girls where I am, and give me light that does not come from my SUV battery, enable me to use my laptop, and to power a fan like you have and maybe a small air conditioner, and heater. There is really no way for me to know yet what all I could use the generator for because I have not yet started. When camping in a beautiful National Park campground it would keep my neighbors happy not hearing a powerful gas powered generator! And also if the dreaded collapse happens (Lord I pray not!) It will be of use. I've become so afraid of something like that I have collected a water purification system, ways to start fires besides matches or lighters, and food. It is I suppose an old outdoorsman's subconscious dream of having to live rough for a while hoping that it will all be restored so I can get back to comforts and living rough when I want to live rough. In closing I want to say that you remind me so much of my wife when we met and got engaged and married. Except she was Italian. She was strong like you and even more adventurous than me. She had never been camping when I took her the first time and she became a Camping Monster!! At first she only wanted to do which was to cook fresh food in the morning, at lunch and for supper. This took all day, but after a while I convinced her that a sandwich would be okay so we could hike and find waterfalls and swim, and so on. So meals became limited except for supper which was all fresh ingredients! We had two girls and although my wife only went backpacking with me once, my youngest daughter would hike with me including along the Appalachian Trail in the toughest parts of the entire trail. She always looked fresh and clean while I was a sweaty mess! So as I watch your videos, I watch them as a father would watch a daughter, I just want you to be safe! You can see her photo if you become a Facebook friend and you can look through the photos. Just type my name in. Also, if you do, I could get an address where I can send you my sonic noise maker a gift from one outdoorsman to an outdoorswoman! It was a gift to me from one hiker so I can pass it on! Take care!

[@visulino]

What kind of bones are those she found? Thank you.

[@SarahHorne1]

What a lovely message! :-)

[@gmelectricllc5868]

I just seen elevated platforms for tents so you dont have to climb off the ground...seem like they are pretty light as well.. Don't let your new knees slow you down...keep kicking and screaming and mobility will get better...Have fun with Jessi

[@LeveretteJamesClifford1955]

@@visulino Big thick bones like the one Eva picked up make me think something like an elk. If I had been there, I would have believed this was a bear's feeding area because some bones were older than the one she picked up. Above you will see that I altered my theory

[@LeveretteJamesClifford1955]

@@gmelectricllc5868 That was pretty nice of you for your nice comment! I wish you well with your channel!❤

[@clstjam4321]

Over the years I've seen Florida Panther, Coyote, Black Bears and wild hogs along with several deer species. Because of this, when wild camping, I never eat (or prepare food) where I sleep. Keeping the two at least 100 feet apart means I can watch animals investigate the food area from the safety of my campsite. Oh yeah, bear safe containers are also a must.

[@gr8t1bobo]

Yeah I was wondering if she thought she was safe from animals because she was higher up.

[@garganega]

Indeed Veal. A 100 foot equilateral triangle of bed site, kitchen, bear box(s). Animals have attempted to loot my camp to no avail many times in the Sierra Nevada.

[@sanelatutaris15]

Yeah bear container is A MUST!

[@tomtrevatt3286]

I'm guessing this also applies to the dog treats...

[@rianlynn3854]

@@gr8t1bobo she got a bear container in an earlier episode....

[@bobs1648]

Eva sweetie, I was actually glad to see Vilk acting weird and growling. It shows that his protective instincts are alive and well. A lot of breeders now days try to get rid of those traits, especially in the larger more aggressive breeds. I'm going to guess that Vilk will do a good job protecting his mommy once he gets a little bigger. 😁 As always, BIG HUGS and stay safe! 😍👍

[@matismf]

But be aware that a growling dog WILL attract any grizzlies that are close enough to hear.

[@lostreb]

Both comments are 100% accurate and correct. Having said that, perhaps you should re-evaluate your "Wild Camping" criteria for both your safety as well as Vilk's. There's a difference between "totally WILD" and "Responsible Wild." I understand your desire to be in the wild. BUT...there most definitely "IS" a difference between "WILD" and "Responsible Wild." Please just remember the difference????

[@rianlynn3854]

@@lostreb hes a puppy and hasn't acclimated to this life yet, he did remarkable for the first time. Living in fear is no way to live, she prepared the best way she could for bad situations. Vilk doesnt understand yet. He wasnt freaking out and running away scared. He was just warning cause it was an entirely new experience. he will be okay. He will learn. Eva is capable of protecting them both. the world belongs to the brave. but more than that, how long has she been doing this, enjoying wild camping? yet people want to be negative cause a puppy is seeing a new experience? obviously they are both fine or we wouldnt have seen this video. I have faith in Eva, she wants to see the world, not die in it before shes got her fill of adventure. Im sure she appreciates concern but at some point its really stifling, especially when it calls her choices into play. What are your choices? Are you out there playing it safe? or do you have a nice cozy home where nothing can touch you? Shes gonna live with or without your comments. Maybe enjoy it more because shes not effecting you personally.

[@rianlynn3854]

@Solar Warden I see your point, but it isnt my choice to make. THis is her life, her lifestyle, and I fully support her and her decisions. I wish I could live a life like hers. Lemme ask you this, instead of picking fights with strangers in the internet who are supporting creators like Eva who we love, what is it about this that is triggering you? Is it me supporting her against your ideals triggering you? Is it her living a life you are to afraid too? Honestly the amount of bad that happens in this world is only to scare those not brave enough to live how they want. News is scare tactics, how often do they advertise the good in peoples lives? they dont or it would be"braggin" the sheer fact that you commented on my post for someone I greatly admire says more about you that me or her. Maybe look at what you are actually repressing. If all else fails, this is her life. No one has the right to judge her or her choices. If you dont agree with her, thats because ou are different people. Not even mad about your post because you commenting and watching actually help her.So please lets keep going. It just helps her =D id like to think you arent a troll, just a person who wasnt thought of other ways of life and that fine. Personally, ID LOVE to be mauled in the woods doing what I love, living life, than dying of old age in a bed regretting everything I was never brave enough to do. If you arent brave enough yourself, just enjoy. Its fine. You can be safe and still see her view of life. Its really not that scary. If you dont agree with it then thats your opinion but its her life, you do not have the right to comment or dictate how another lives. Worry about yourself.

[@rianlynn3854]

@Solar Warden Also, Its sad, but if thats how she goes then it is what it is. I dont wish it upon her. Personally Id love to die in the woods and my corpse feed the wolves. Long standing dream of mine. So maybe your picking a internet troll fight with the wrong person. Id gladly die any day doing what I love vs miserable confinement. Thats whats shes doing, and thats why i adore her so much. I mean I can write you a book at this point. So lets just not kay? See it as a different way of life and enjoy it as such. No one is making you. Honestly a headline like that wouldnt affect your life anyways so trying to use that as ammo against me or another to change our minds is ridiculous. Shes smart, shes thought of all this. SHE CHOSE THIS. Just come along for the ride.

[@gabrielleszafir]

GIRL, the thing that you said in the beginning about making this video: having a vision in our head, overthinking, and then realising we can just start where we are - completely describes where I am right now. I make KZbin videos in a similar spirit as yours and am actually about to start a whole new chapter of my life of travel, living on the road etc. but thank you for sharing your process in that moment - been editing my next videos and really stuck in a lot of ways so hearing you share really helped. Proud of you for finding your way with Vilk and being so honest in sharing your journey. Supporting you from over here in the Southwest!

[@ABQJoseph]

Your journey has inspired me to focus on what is truly important in life - connection with nature, the true beauty in diversity of cultures, the importance of self development, health, and following your dreams. Your work is much appreciated, and your kind spirit is contagious! I’m rapidly working to unwind myself from a never ending desk job, so I can spend time in nature with my wife and husky - it would be nice to camp far away from the noise and renew my own spirit, so this is what we must do. And by the way, Vilk is just the cutest good boy! You take care of yourself, and please don’t ever stop creating!

[@MrFastFarmer]

I doubt any of those things you mention are truly important…

[@joshuarichards2378]

I literally can't stop smiling and feeling so happy every time I see you and Vilk interacting with each other. Even the SMALLEST things, such as scratching his little chin as you begin your drive and he just leans into it! You two keep each other safe! Can't wait for your next update.

[@carolineindacityphx]

Thank goodness for Vilk. His instinct is really sharp and his growling is a great alert system. Glad you are easing into a rhythm with Vilk. I love how attentive you are to him. He is such a sweet puppy. ❤️🥰😘 As the famous Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan once said, "It's not the dog, it's the owner" and I see you have figured it out yourself. ❤️ Looking forward to more wonderful Vilk camping videos. You are both doing so well. Good luck. Stay safe. And have fun!

[@misbeautifulable]

Vilk is alerting her there something in the area

[@carolineindacityphx]

@@misbeautifulable He's such a smart puppy ❤️ I am so happy she has him!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Awesome that you're getting the real American wilderness experience. As someone who lived in Alaska, I'm very curious to find out if you're still planning to make the drive up there this year before winter hits. I drove the haul road to Prudhoe Bay at the end of September and the weather was good then. But fall happens really quickly up there, so by October there could be winter conditions. It will be a long eight months or so of winter most places above the US border. I'm sure you're researching it all pretty intensely but with fall around the corner in those parts and a very long drive ahead of you, I'll be watching with interest to see how you navigate the winter experience. Cabin in the snow somewhere could be fun for a while, all depending on conditions. It would definitely make for some great videos.

[@joeyindahl2593]

I was wondering the same thing. I think sometimes people make the mistake of underestimating just how big and remote AK is. Wintertime is sketchy at best!

[@JeepCherokeeful]

on average Fairbanks has permanent snow by the last week in October.

[@joeyindahl2593]

@@JeepCherokeeful yea, pretty bad idea to try to solo adventure in Alaska in the wintertime for the most part, just the drive up in the winter on the Alcan can be pretty sketchy, I drive trucks from anchorage to seattle 2 times per month, and if you break down, it could be hours before help can get there.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

@@JeepCherokeeful That sounds about right. It seems like the best strategy if she wants to do it this year would be to haul ass all the way to Prudhoe Bay as quickly as possible, see how long that takes and then take her time heading back south, making stops along the way. She still has a few months left, so it's doable if the timing is right. But if she takes her time going north she could end up in a situation of either having to rush the trip to get out in time or else be stuck up north through a very long winter. She's probably researching this stuff and factoring it all in.

[@venomsymbiote7555]

Having watched her videos i think once she reaches Alaska she has plans on spending a winter there??? Im from Alaska and it stays warm up here until pretty much October. If she does not like the cold then she is going to probably want to leave before mid October😅

[@gantye88]

Hi Eva! I started following you when you arrived at the US in Texas! I live in San Antonio TX and I was very glad to see a piece off our culture being shown in your channel! My wife and I go camping often with our dog Noble. We are actually going back to the coast this weekend to camp at the beach. If I were to win the Jackery, this would be a tremendous upgrade to our setup! It would make our life a lot easier while camping and it might persuade our 14 year-old teenage daughter to want to go camping with us more often. We love your channel and your videos are a pleasure to watch! Thank you for all that you do!

[@stevefridley4120]

Eva, I’m glad you’re recognizing how much progress you and Vilk have made together - it’s obvious from the video! It can seem like a one step forward, one step back process, but your progress is clear! My dogs and I do dog sports together, mainly frisbee, and we love to travel together. I would use the Jackery on camping trips together, including trips to competitions. It’s often hot, and fans are one essential part of keeping them cool and comfortable. The Jackery would be very helpful to ensure that the batteries for those fans always have the power they need.

[@barbmckenzie935]

Vilk has really grown and he knows so many commands! You continue to be an inspiration to me and I am sure many others. Your brave and fearless spirit is amazing. I love your videos and I am so glad I found your channel.

[@Gunny1971]

Good looking pup! My dog has gone every where I go for the last 13 years. Its a challenge, its like having a three year old child with you everywhere you go. The memories, love and mutual respect you two will find in each other will be priceless. I am wishing both of you the best!

[@stacyweible3530]

I would use the jackery to support my suction machine and other equipment that's keeps my tracheostomy/airway clear. This will allow my son and friends to safely take me on outings like camping, beach, music events. This would also help a great deal when the power is out. I'm a huge fan of your Eva. Keep being brave and thanks for the inclusive content 😚

[@Donneczka1]

I love watching your progress with Vilk. Looks like you two are developing a very good groove!

[@tommathews3964]

You and Vilk will have countless wonderful hours together! He's going to be a fine companion, faithful and protective, I predict! Glad you actually had a little adversity from the weather on your first camping trip, it just proved to you both that you've got it covered! Vilk was so cute romping in that mud puddle! Ahhhhh, puppy life! My boy is almost 8 now and he's asleep next to me here at work right now. You're living the good life and you have such a healthy outlook and perspective on things! (like the gray hair! ;) )

[@rmcampingtrailsadventures]

Hi Eva. I just watched your new video. The training of Vilk goes pretty well as far as I can tell and he's growing fast. Remember that this is a lifelong commitment, but believe me, you won't regret it. I would not want to be without my Delta (she says hi) and there is never a boring moment anymore. Enjoy your time. One more thing, you look very relaxed in this video. I believe you experience the same things I did when I got my German Shepherd. It sure changed me and made me more relaxed and calm.

[@Alexwegs]

Hey Eva! I have really loved watching your adventures. Your perspective on all the different cultures and wild environments you encounter has always somehow highlighted their brightest facets. The simple happiness you described in this video is something I think about a lot. I’m an ICU nurse who has worked in covid ICUs for the last few years. The darkness of that time has made me want to seek what I used to find so much joy in- simple nature. I’m hoping to become nomadic in the near future and go find beauty and moments in nature that help bring life back into the present :) And yes, I’m trying to disconnect myself psychologically from the medical field and feel like myself again beyond work. Being yourself should be as natural as breathing, right? But I guess as you say, we put a lot of our sense of self in our titles. I hope to travel the US and see some of the National Parks and Forest and hopefully along the way heal my spirit :) The Jackery Power-station would be a great step towards the journey. Anyway, thank you for your videos and good luck on the journey ahead! And maybe soon I will make that first step :)

[@bogdang.7627]

Don't waste your time because traveling is the best part of life, especially when you are still relatively young. In retirement, it's like eating a reheated meal, tasteless and without joy

[@bogdang.7627]

Matthew, You don't have to try vinegar to not know what it tastes. I am not retired but I can see retired people traveling. There is also a comparison when I was on a Greek island 10 years ago and now, it is a different fairy tale

[@montereyspike]

It's so awesome to see that you and your little guy have bonded. Watching him sleep close to you because that's where he feels safe. Dogs and nature can salve and save the soul; I know that they have saved me. So, onward, we go. Best to you and your pup, wishing you safe and joy-filled travels.

[@MittenStateEDC]

My wife and I have been enjoying watching your journey and we love Vilk, he’s also a crowd favorite with our 3 shepherds. Very smart listening to your little guys his instincts will not guide you astray. We’d use the Jackery to spend more time ourselves out in the woods with our dogs. Good luck everyone and thanks for the chance Eva.

[@rianlynn3854]

you are so sweet!!

[@eatdrinkandbejoneses]

Hi Eva! We’ve enjoyed following your journey over the years, and absolutely love little Vilk! We’d love to spend more time camping in remote areas, so that Jackery would come in handy! In fact - we’d use it for a last minute trip up to Wyoming and Montana before winter hits. Can’t wait to see 2.0. Take care, and safe travels to you!

[@AdventureJenny]

Awww! Vilk is getting sooo big already! His ears are the cutest! I've had my eye on a Jackery for a while now and would love to have it while I explore more of the Southwest solo and off-grid! I would be able to stay exploring longer without having to drive into towns to power up. You're doing great, Eva! Can't wait for the next video!

[@TheOleHermit]

"Is this happiness?" I'm always happier when surrounded by nature, unless it's storming, burning, or biting me. Happiness is not found at a particular place, but within a mindset of peaceful contentment and the appreciation of that, in the present moment. Luvin your mindset, Eva. ✌😎

[@arthurme1911]

Darn scammers

[@TheOleHermit]

@@arthurme1911 Maybe I've won $Mil, without even entering a contest! 🙄 /smh

[@debrak3594]

I liked your reply so I thought I'd add my two cents: "Contentment is not the fulfillment of what you want but the realization of how much you already have." Anon

[@TheOleHermit]

@@debrak3594 Wanting is only the need to fill a void, either out of necessity, to fulfill a desire, or more often to feed an insatiable ego. Contentment is being comfortable, without needing anything more. What goes around, comes around. People are reflectors of one's own emissions. Emit happiness, if that's what you seek for yourself.... Or become a hermit. Your life, your choice. 🙏😎

[@starrymoonlitwinternight]

I LOVE how he threw himself to the floor when you told him down. He's doing so well! You and Vilk are making me want a German Shepard!

[@gerganadimitrova-stefanova1716]

haha yeah, I noticed that as well. He's so enthusiastic

[@markconnelly183]

Vilk is adorable and you are doing a great job training him! My friends and I used to camp all the time, many motorcycle adventures camping in the Smokies and the Midwest in tents. Now we are all old and camping means dragging a camper or driving a motor home to our destinations. We still enjoy winter camping and it would be awesome to have a portable source of power that is quite and easy to manage. I wish you the very best in your adventures and hope you and Vilk are always safe!

[@serapisny]

Though I am a cat dad (but love all animals, including cute pups like yours), I can completely relate to that sense of happiness your fur baby provides you. The absolute feeling of contentment I get having one of my cats laying across me as their own personal pillow or bedding...it is bliss. Pets are definitely heaven sent 😻 That solar power generator is a cool piece of tech. If I had one, I would love to travel to a remote part of the world with it, where I could power a small digital projector to screen classic films (like The Wizard of Oz, or old Disney films) for children who might not have the chance to go to movie theaters. It would be great to share a love of movies with the next generation 😊

[@ukswrath2278]

Hi Eva, love watching your channel and being inspired to get back to nature. After many years of working myself to the bone it's time for my wife and I to hit the road and begin our life a new. Always living on the grid and being away from modern amenities will be a huge transition for my wife and I. The Jackery system you've referred to on a few of your videos is just what we would need to make that transition. On another note, I'm pretty sure my older daughters (about your age) watch your channel because at least one of them is solo camping for the first time in her life, and how she's gone about it is very similar to how you have. Thank you for inspiring the world to spread their wings and thank you for visiting our beautiful country.

[@bonzo3601]

You have grown so much as a person, one can really see that in your eyes. All the best to you and Vilk! 😊

[@Androidfan2011]

You guys are having a blast! Vilk is coming into his own every time we see him. Enjoy the puppy days learning and exploring together! Loving your vids, please keep up the adventures and the positive vibes! The Jackery will help keep things conveniently charged when trying to survive the everyday urban jungle commute (and the weekend camping trips!)

[@papocarino112]

Love the fact that you take so much time with the puppy,he is so lucky! I made a simple build on my pickup truck so I can experience what your seeing but have not been able to make it out anywhere yet. The solar setup looks really nice just what I need. Best wishes with your travels from Pennsylvania

[@rockon21ful]

Eva, you've done a wonderful job with Vilk! Such a great video to watch and was so happy to see how well behaved the puppy was during the video.

[@kurtcraig3421]

i've had 3 GS dogs all from pups, and i can tell by the ratio of his ears and paws compared to his body that rilk is going to be a huge gsd when he gets older. you can really see the effort and time you have done with his training. well done Eva.

[@MustangWriter]

I was thinking the same thing Kurt

[@justine.jellybean]

I love all your adventures, especially now with Vilk, he is so adorable! You've inspired me to be more adventurous, as I love camping in the wilderness with my dog Lucy.

[@alexanderstark5192]

Looks like the training is going well awesome to see Eva!

[@mike1alcott]

Your approach with your puppy is super intelligent and forgiving. It speaks a lot about your character.

[@sallymiller1359]

Prayers for the safety of this beautiful young woman and her gorgeous little dog! I thoroughly enjoyed your video, thank you

[@vaibhavisingh6073]

i love watching your videos because your thoughts on life are the same as mine and you have a way with words. it’s beautiful to see someone else you admire understand things in a grander scheme, you’re doing great Eva! proud of you 👏🏻

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello 👋how are you doing?

[@wild.forestflower]

So excited for you two and all the adventures you will have! Reminds me of when my husband and I were living out of our rooftop tent for a year overlanding with our mixed dog (55 lbs). When we came into the tent we would have a towel laid out to clean her feet off. I love our Nomadix towels, we have one each (our dog has her own towel). Makes drying off so easy after rain or playing in the water. Fluffy towel is great to have in the tent to absorb tent condensation (usually more applicable in cold weather). Much love and happy travels!! Edit - She is 65 lbs 🐾

[@asimkhan7858]

Indeed .

[@windrider5845]

Bravo to you for being such a responsible pet parent! You have done an epic job with him! 👏🏼❤️

[@michelleedwards202]

Hey Eva I’m throwing my hat in the ring. My husband and I just came back two days ago from a week camping , our second time in our life. This is all new to us ,we are in our mid 50s and 60 and spent our former years seeing to the needs of our four kids which are finally leading their own life now, so it’s all about us now. We came home and right away my husband started looking up portable power as it was so trying to keep our phones and lights going from the little bank we had plus using the vehicle. We are documentary watchers and plan on getting a projector to use during the nights because we leave our tablets and computers at home( trying to live in the moment). Either way, we have to upgrade cause we are really enjoying this pace in this new chapter of life. Keep safe always.

[@DavidSmithwv]

That Jackery is amazing! I would use it to convince my kids we should do more wild camping. Those little power bricks you buy only last a day, that woul last as long as you need with the solar pannels, so cool? A powersupply like that jackery would get more people enjoying the wonder of the outdoors!

[@SketiSquad]

Hey Eva and Jackery! I’m on a nomadic quest to live off grid. That generator would be an awesome addition to my equipment, especially for charging cameras and OneWheel electric skateboards! I love exploring and having fun in nature while documenting the memories. Having power in the wild makes going further safer and more fun ☺️

[@researchcapt]

Look at getting a Honda eu2200i. Super reliable and quiet.

[@SketiSquad]

It’s a giveaway! Watch the video!

[@Maaseudulla]

Greetings from Finland lovely Eva and Vilk 🧡 Your adventure from Mexico through USA has been very lovely and funny. I travel usually in Finland and Norway with a car and a tent. I dream on some bigger van with an good equipment. I hope you will find your mission every day once again and enjoy your life there! ❤

[@ShaliDino]

My hubby and I love watching your videos and you have inspired us to leave the hamster wheel of worklife behind and have bought ourselves and old home on wheels - we can't wait to explore the world and will have to live off grid to be able to afford it so a Jackery is next on our list as everyone is recommending them 😀

[@Christobanistan]

My parents always talked about this, but they never did. They waited and waited till they were tool old to do it. Do it now!

[@f22photography]

As a wildlife and motorsport photographer, I travel very often in Romania mountains or remote places. A power supply is always appreciated for charging my batteries . Many times I was forced to get back to base or to the car because I had no more power for my cameras . This Jackery solar generator can extend my limits giving me the possibility to capture more images and to enjoy more being in the wilderness. And, Eva, what you do is amazing. Being so natural and having always the smile on your face, gives us a lot of joy watching your channel ! Keep it up, girl !

[@fenna_pear1372]

This video was amazing! Your little Bubba is amazing, they are amazing dogs! Camping with dogs makes everything so exciting. There’s something special about enjoying moments in nature with a mamal that can’t speak back but you know they are just as happy!

[@chriskola3822]

I spend half my year "forest bathing" at a fire tower. Glad to see you enjoying some time in the wild. It isn't always a fun time (most of the time it isn't) but those moments of deep connection make it all worth it. I wish more people would experience it. I think society would be a lot healthier as a result.

[@Sanquinity]

Honestly whenever I went camping in the past even the "most of the time" was usually at least kind of enjoyable. For instance, waking up in the morning and getting ready for the day was generally a pain. But at the same time the tranquility and beauty of the forest in the morning was amazing. Same with rain. The rain kinda sucked, but once I was in my tent I loved the sound.

[@chriskola3822]

@@Sanquinity Often it is the way that you interpret the situation that determines whether it is enjoyable or not. There is good in almost everything.

[@unkiesacredspirit4938]

I'm glad you were safe...remembering a time when my son ,his friend I trek the 5 miles to a lake on top of a Colorado mountain..it got later and later and I started to worry,not realizing we were staying until sundown..id used up my cell phone battery taking pictures..it was still light when we started to trek down but it got dark quickly..it was a good thing I visually and mentally kept the map of how we got there in my mind..on the way down,my battery died,then my son's and his friend had 2 percent life on his..we made at a few miles then his friends battery too died. Leading us out of the woods,his friend started to go in a different direction..stubbornly he said it was the right way..i then remapped how we had crossed the small rivers and climbed over high branches...so I took lead..in the dark..it was a small red fishing bulb that brought us to the cliff where we found sight of the city lights below..what a relief!!.. But we were still a few miles and in the woods..i have Never been so frightened in my life..in our pathway ,we heard noises,brushes move..Thank God we didn't see or encounter any wild animals..i have never prayed so hard for safety..it was scary!!..we made the park where we left our vehicles at 10 pm..soldier or not..the wild is it's own beast.

[@irishjoker3353]

Hi Eva fair play to you having the courage to travel alone and I think your dog will give you some company and security, you have inspired me to get out more do alot more hiking and traveling in my home country and not be so deterred if I have to go alone and explore , wish you the best in your travels good luck 😊

[@rianlynn3854]

heck yes! go you!! the world belongs to the brave =D

[@LorenzoRobbins-yq3dt]

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[@LorenzoRobbins-yq3dt]

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[@rianlynn3854]

Vilk is so well behaved! I like that he gave you a warning, especially since his first thunderstorm didn't freak him out at all. Hes got those big bat ears and a sensitive noise to warn you of things he doesn't know =D I also LOVE the gray in your hair, its charming as heck and makes me feel charming with mine too. I love how raw and honest and open you are. So glad you took the plundge and went camping with him! Can't wait to see Odyssey 2.0!

[@rianlynn3854]

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[@WilderhopeAdventures]

So many epic memories camping and overlanding with my dogs...this video brings back a lot of the first memories we had together. And with a 14yo and almost 12yo dogs we are still doing both...and so many memories made, with zero regrets. I think the nights and days we had out there only made our bonds stronger and more solid...I never have to doubt them or wonder where they are going while in camp.

[@onlyinaustralia6661]

Great to see ur bond getting stronger !! Enjoy ur travels I love following your journeys xxlove to u both from us here in Sydney australia

[@ishra3676]

Vilk is such a cutie! Sending my best wishes and love. Even though the wilderness can be dangerous, it can be very fulfilling! And your happiness and contentment is glowing from within ❤️❤️

[@lucianithildin1748]

I've always dreamt of having a remote cabin somewhere in nature, like top of some hill or mountain where to spend my time peacefully, explore the nature and also to photograph wildlife. I've always liked the idea of free, clean and independent energy, it feels like you are in balance with nature when you use it. Out there, off the grid, a solar generator 1000 would be useful to accommodate the basic needs of electricity.

[@YeowooBBCVIP]

Your dog is so cute, I'm melting! He seems to be calmer and to trust you more, it's amazing to see him grow, as well as your relationship together :)

[@butchhaight]

Eva, I have been watching your videos for a little while now. This video in retrospect is a different aspect of moving on in life. It was almost all views about life I remember pondering over and I guess still do. It all gave me more of an alignment of what and where I wanted to be. I love and respect your spunk! I’m more dog than human. I’ve had a dog virtually all my life, some 70 years. All they want is for you to feed them, love them, play with them and scratch their belly and they will be your friend and companion for as long as is possible.

[@davidweiss8710]

It is great to see the bond you and Vilk have now as I know how tough the first few weeks of having a puppy can be. My wife wants our little pack, our Border Collie and her with myself, to start going on camping trips to escape this Texas heat and the Jackery unit would be great so I can power my tablets, cameras and phones which I can't leave behind. Great videos and enjoy the adventures!

[@dougieranger]

Wow, he’s growing fast Eva! 🐕

[@marthareyna-rebelle7119]

Hi Eva, love watching your journey and admire your sense of adventure and bravery I would love to win the generator. I love close to the Gulf of Mexico and hurricanes are common around here so the generator would come in handy. Always look forward to seeing your next adventure ☺️ Sincerely Martha Friendswood Texas

[@PhirstPlays]

That dog is soooo good. You are spending soooo much time with it too. Its July, so, by next summer that dog will be the best friend you could ever have. very fun to see you two becoming good travel friends.

[@loribaker758]

What a wonderful dog parent you are! You are doing an outstanding job training (Vilt?) your puppy. He is a beauty and extremely smart. What an amazing companion and protector he going to be. 🥰

[@CyGea]

Bears aren't half as scary as mountain lions. Bears don't automatically think of you as food, mountain lions do! If you see a mountain lion, get in Odyssey as fast as you can! Think how fast you would get in the truck if you saw a bear, and do it faster.

[@davidhowell7279]

No doubt! I car camp in areas near my home in the northwest, and it is bigtime cougar country. Way more wary of them than the occasional black bear. I don't adhere to the notion of cooking and eating 100 yards from my vehicle. That's farther than I would enjoy being hunted by a hungry cougar. Storing food in barrels and lock boxes yes. Plus, in my mind, if you cook in the same spot away from camp, every time you go back to that spot, something can be waiting there to make lunch out of you. Basically, it's what hunters do to increase the odds of animals returning to the same spot regularly.

[@eagledon]

This kind of vlog represent your character in its best

[@ssilversgs]

Two thoughts: You could make a campfire to cook dinner, and then you won't run out of cooking gas. A good harness for Vilk would allow you to hoist him up to the rooftop tent safely, even when he is heavier.

[@laurabartram2758]

Love this video and you’re doing amazing with your pup!!! At the part when he starting jumping up for cuddles and whining and you asked why, it could be tiredness, pups are recommended to sleep up to 18 hours a day and become irritable and often mouthy when young, similar to babies who are tired and cry. Just a suggestion! All the best ❤️

[@jaysartori9032]

I'm so happy to see that you and Duke are bonding closer.😍😘

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[@adamalker71]

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[@raphfelimax2713]

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[@mnrfeb19]

I am 52 and your attitude towards life inspires me to live my life to fullest. Vilk is sweet addition to your journey of life! God bless. Stay safe and share the happiness as you do. I liked idea of SG panels! Pretty neat! I would use jackery SG to play my guitar on bank of a quiet pond under a tree. Take care, Eva. Stay happy.

[@TPTCC27]

Putting the hard work with your pup now is going to be so worth it when he’s grown, well-trained, and trustworthy. You’ll love it...hang in there!

[@babyfry4775]

Beautiful video. I’m so happy for you to be experiencing our wonderful country but I was worried a bit for you when you were cooking in a known bear area. And be careful of mountain lions. Your puppy is adorable. Wishing you wonderful adventures!

[@arielzshell]

what you described about your feelings of making that 'perfect' video, is that I've been feeling often too. I've just went on a solo van life trip from SF to LA in California with my dog, it felt so nice, freedom, adventure, and I had so much I want to share... but I'm back home on Tues and had to immediately start working. I won't get to start making the video until at least Sat.. I hope all those feelings and inspirations will still be there.

[@K1nney]

I adore and am in awe of your new travel plans and find you so inspiring. As a mum to a two year old with another little one on the way - immersing my kids in nature is top priority. I have been taking my son camping, dirt bag style sleeping in the back of our tacoma canopy, since he was 6 months old. Without my partner as he isn’t much of a camper. Sweet sounds of nature truly is happiness with no pressure or deadlines to distract. You mentioned the Jackery battery in your video too - we do not have one because they are so costly but boy would it help me ensure I keep my littles safe and enjoying the outdoors. From charging cell phones to making baby food… having one would be amazing. Especially when juggling a toddler and a new born while camping and truly “roughing it” from the back of my pickup truck in the great outdoors.

[@mariuszwojtalewicz9896]

cześć. Kolejny extra film, ukazujący że można zrobić wszystko. Właśnie zakończyłem rodzinny urlop objazdowy od Węgier przez cudowne trasy Rumuni, górskie szklaki Serbii i Czarnogóry a na wybrzeżu Chorwacji kończąc. Po wielu latach udało mi się do tego namówić moją rodzinę, zamiast kolejnego allinclusive. Nie jechaliśmy co prawda tak cudnym Defenderem, a 15 letnim amerykańskim SUV'em ale też dał radę wjechać i wyjechać tam gdzie sobie wymyśliłem ;-)Myślę, że ze sprzętem Jackery będę w stanie wyciągnąć ich na dłuższe i trochę mniej cywilizowane wyjazdy niż ten zakończony ;-) Czekam na kolejne filmy 🙂 życzę cierpliwości do Vilka, pies z wielkim potencjałem

[@ericfornwald627]

Ok, so, I stumbled across one of your videos (your first rodeo) tonight, and after that I was completely addicted. There are very few people in this world that I envy. I don't mean that in a bad way, or a bitter way. I have always wanted, (since I can remember, anyway), the life you are living. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures with all of us. My dog Liz & I would be right out there with you if difficult circumstances didn't dictate otherwise. So far I have only watched your trek across the Americas, but I will be catching up with the rest of your travels as I can. Stay brave, staying strong, & stay free. Liz & I will continue to laugh, cry, & occasionally just chill with you, Volk, & Odyssey. We very much look forward to seeing more of your journey.

[@groundedoverland4460]

That's the one thing that we don't have for our overlanding and camping family adventures - an external power source. It would be great to win the giveaway! It would open us up to being able to explore during the winter/colder months as we would have a power source to run a diesel heater like yours in our roof top tent.

[@desertrat3125]

I like the honest and the way you allow us in to your inner mind frame. The way you embrace the grey. You rock

[@Lydia4Jesus_]

He is a beautiful dog! You are doing a wonderful job obedience training him! 😍

[@sphillips47]

Hello Ava, I restored a 1952 Wild Goose tear drop camper and installed a solar system with 200W solar panels that can be placed about 10 feet from the camper. It's lots of work lugging the heavy panels around but it's the most efficient getting full sunlight all day long. Some cloudy days I can't get a full charge because of clouds or rain so a Jackery would be a great backup or could be the primary source of power to charge my two 6V golf cart batteries instead of dealing with the heavy panels. I became disabled with tinnitus and became sensitive to most all sound which makes it hard to be at my house living on an industrial road with loud dump trucks and heavy sand and gravel equipment noise at the end of my dead end street so it's hard being home. Keeping my 3 small dogs safe from bears and such is a constant effort camping in Oregon dispersed camp sites but keeps me away from all the city noise. I do it out of necessity but love the outdoors.

[@mouse9665]

That looks like Girl in the woods cabin 👍🏼 it's beautiful 😍

[@LoyClifton]

You have done such an amazing job with Vickt "probably misspelled." You 2 are going to have an amazing life together ❤️. You have taught him a lot in a short time

[@robertbudnik2840]

Great video as Ive been following your growth for almost 2 years now. As a full time dog trainer I'll be retiring this summer to spend 100% of my time with my best canine friend Rocko; overlanding throughout the Rockies and need a portable power source. Keep up the discipline training knowing that he will probably get very possessive of the bones you give him so practice now taking them away. YOU own the bones, not him. In very proud of your training routine, keep up the awesome training and positive spirits!

[@eileenanglinactor]

I'm so glad that you are working on the feeling of being overwhelmed by raising a puppy. It will pass and be totally worth it. I promise. He is such a good smart boy and already completely loyal and loving you. Dogs exist to love and protect us and they want so much to please us. I would use my jackery in the frequent power outages we are now experiencing at the NJ shore during the summer during storms. I wish I had this after hurricane Sandy and Irene.

[@dougbarry100]

Hi Eva! I have been a subscriber for several years now as I enjoy seeing the world through your eyes. Your travels have shown that there are good people all over the world, and in showing your respect, compassion, humour and extending your trust, you have had a lot of warmth and kindness extended to you from the people you meet. If we all followed your behaviour model, the world would be a lot friendlier and more peaceful! I would love to win the Jackery system. I have been aware of the quality of the Jackery products for several years, but as a retiree I could not afford the deluxe system you are offering. I have a multitude of uses for a Jackery system, including taking it with me dry camping in our beautiful provincial and national parks. I live in a rural area of Northern BC, Canada and would use the system as a power back up during a power outage, use it to cool and warm my greenhouse that I use for growing food. I love solar power! I love that you have gotten Vilk, your buddy and companion. I too love pets and our family have a dog, a cat, chickens, and geese. They all enhance your life!

[@walksp1500]

Vilk is beautiful, what a special friend you have in him.❤ God Bless you both keep safe

[@michaels3474]

Yes Eva, was overthinking it. You are the alpha. Vilk follows your lead. He is as calm as you. I am glad to see that you guys are fitting in together. He is just happy that he is with you. He even has your back if need be...

[@heatherroberts5683]

Thank you for sharing your adventures, Eva - I’m especially enjoying watching you explore western Montana with your pup, as I lived there for many years with my pup! I’m a landscape painter and I love to drive around, exploring nature and finding new views to paint. A Jackery solar generator would make dealing with my electronics and camera gear so much easier while car camping. Looking forward to your next video.:)

[@thepositivetales3344]

Hi I love paintings. ❤ wish to see yours.

[@isnoo1]

YES........ just keep going with your mate..... HE is gonna be an amazing companion for you on your journeys in the future!! I miss my traveling companion soooo very very much.............. HUGS to you both and ENJOY and LOVE each other for as long as you have each other!!

[@JackJack-ul4jk]

Whoa! I'd be pretty freaked out if I saw the bones at my camp site. I've just started backpacking and wilderness camping this year, but love every bit of it so far, even in the rain. I'd like to travel coast to coast across Canada with my daughter one day, so I'll definitely be looking into getting us a Jackery for the trip. They're just so convenient!

[@franhu600]

I love your grey Hair:-) I am 40 now and 2 years ago, i decided not to dye my hair anymore. It is hard sometimes and not common here, but i mostly love my glittering hair. Sometimes i really hate it and i feel old. And now i watched your video and i felt connected. Keep shining!

[@Liviloren]

Love how real and raw you are about owing a dog. It's exhausting and emotional but so worth it. If we were to win the Jackery we would use it throughout our month long trip we have planned in the fall heading down the Oregon coast hitting up Arizona and maybe some beaches in Mexico. We also have future plans of finding some land off grid and I foresee it being something we would use daily to help with all our projects.

[@lifeculture4868]

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[@Gabriel-yu8lr]

Hello Eva, been watching your vids for a while now. I'm glad you got a new cute adventure companion. You are living a lot of people's dream. Cheers to great new adventures and fulfillment.

[@0230Raveena]

Hello Eva, I've been watching you for a while and I'm now so happy that you have a companion. He will grow up to be your guy for life despite all the work and change in responsibility. I absolutely agree with you, Work should be a thing that we do, not who we are. Safe Travels.

[@thewuwu]

Eva, watching this episode brought peace, deep thought & enlightenment while I was eating my lunch here at work in the office. Watching Vilk grow makes me miss my canine babies and maybe one day, just one day, I will adopt another 4 legged fur child. 🙏

[@aps3000miki]

What a great couple you are. You are doing great as a puppy trainer, that's for sure. There are more opinions than people or dogs but your success and progress is fantastic. My puppy is the same age so I can feel what you experience. Vilk will become a strong and powerful dog and he will keep you safe. Please keep the great video's coming, I study and enjoy every detail. You two are an inspiration.

[@QuestForDetails]

you are Eva. journalist, explorer, dog mama , daughter, grand daughter, inspiration for many daughters, and sons.

[@invisibleincmagic]

my wife and I watch all of your videos and we have a 4x4 and after months of debating we eventually bought a roof top tent and built a kitchen in the back of the truck. To see you were giving away a jackery set up got us really excited as it is the one thing that we need to finish our set up as we have no means of electric in our set up. To then read the terms and conditions and find out that it is only open to residence of the USA and Canada was a massive blow. Here's to many more dark nights away overlanding in the UK.