Winter living in a DIY Jeep Camper was HARD...Would I do it again?

[@rickbuchanan5762]

I've grown old, diabetic, and arthritic. I would love to live the life you're living in your Jeep with your best friend. Enjoy it as long as you can. I really enjoy your videos.

[@metaglypto]

Don't give up on your self. Just because you may not be able to hike twenty miles anymore, doesn't mean you can't find a campsite somewhere, and stay close to camp. I am 70, diabetic, and arthritic as hell myself. Six ankle fusion surgeries and just had back surgery last January. Now one of my hips is acting up. Seems like I have lost more muscle than I ever had, but am prepping for a two to four week camping trip here in April. Yes, I know. There comes a time when we all have to quit playing our Dan'l Boone childhood fantasies though. I continue to want to explore and experience everything around me in spite of my disabilities. It will be a sad day indeed, when my disability turns into inability.

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

💐

[@SixDollarFamily]

I am 42 with diabetes and Ankylosing Spondylitis (controlled). I am building out my Wrangler to run away and get lost myself. Old is a mindset, Love.

[@franklyterrence4860]

Good decision. I am a big Guy, Camped all through Canada, Alaska, Yukon many years ago....on my way moving to California; packed up a couple of times because it did not feel right.

[@e.rickhudson]

I’ve only had to leave a campsite once and it was due to people acting strange. Your intuitions are always correct. Be safe.

[@thefriendlypsychopath3894]

Not me, I'm a unique kind of asshole.

[@Sizantoyi]

"Don't gaslight yourself" I like that. That's been a huge part of my life lately. I'm so glad you're okay.

[@underthetornado]

Wise advice. When anything starts circling you. You're being stalked. Move on fast.❤

[@ptchippy]

Glad you listened to your gut and were proactive.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Me too! When something is off listen to yourself!

[@_TheDudeAbides_]

Absolutely get out when it feels like that. If you happen to leave and nothing bad was about to happen you lost nothing. If you stay when it was time to leave, you may get into trouble. Also thta was not just a feeling. It was very weird behavior. Situational awareness is very helpful to stay safe.

[@Agent_Starling]

DEFINITELY have a "burnt out plan"!!!!! It happens when you least expect it. I have loved watching you this winter❤! Keep it up.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thanks my fren! 🥰

[@tj7870]

being AWARE is an extremely good quality, nice dog!

[@ryanmiller6887]

Good advice for people to unplug from the social media and just live in the moment. I also noticed the bird and new spring sounds. Love it! Also with Bannock you can cook it on a hot dog stick, just peel of a bunch of bark on a green willow on those solo overnights! Cheers Lou!

[@Chris-ut6eq]

Good to be safe and trust your instincts, well done!

[@jamesbuckingham8073]

if y'all question yourself that's a great sign to move on without hesitation

[@livingsimplytosimplylive6817]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I think I found you when I saw you on Foresty Forest’s channel. I think it’s amazing what you’re doing. But I have to tell you as a grandpa I worry about you being single but you look like you can handle yourself and I am glad.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Glad you are here too!! Ive always followed my gut instinct and haven’t had a problem yet thankfully! Hoping for safe travels for life!

[@trippinwithdumas1382]

Ya that's creepy, follow those instincts. Louie,

[@fredmac1000]

Same Same Here,,,👏👏🌷🌷🙏🙏Stay Safe,,,🎈🎈

[@SouthernSpartan]

Loui, you are an inspiration! You make me want to leave Alabama and go explore the West/Rockies.

[@lindsaylivinlife6282]

I think we should always trust our instincts and if something doesn't feel right to move on quickly ...safe travels Loui 🚐

[@romonasafree3151]

Good job trusting yourself and not "gaslighting" yourself, Louie! That will keep you safe! 💜💪🏼💜

[@odiesclips7621]

I have granddaughters your age, and I would worry so much about them being solo like you. Stay safe, Louie. Love you. ❤❤❤

[@RyanThayne]

Interesting video. Honestly, the long cold winter nights has been the main reason I've never done van life full time, even though I've always wanted to. Kudos for making it through the winter! And as someone who also travels without a pewpew, I liked what you said about "not gaslighting yourself." Better safe than sorry.

[@Bigcat624]

You have been doing great over the years listening to your gut feelings. As always thank you for taking us with you and stay safe.

[@luztirado950]

Always follow your instincts. Better safe then sorry!!! Safe and bless travels!!🙏🙏❤❤

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yup! Had to share this with everyone for anyone who doubts their own instincts!

[@Kfish55]

Great content I grew up with my granny making Bannocks on flat hot stones beside the fire. Thanks for bringing back good memories

[@Military-Museum-LP]

There are synthetic diesel type fuel you can use. No smell and burns ultra clean.

[@MrMarkAMartin]

I like your videos. I give you much respect for not trying to be alluring and sexy. Kudos for being a real person that just happens to be pretty. Also like it that you hang with Foresty some, he’s real and authentic too. Keep up the good example for others.

[@AngelsExcursions]

Such a great video Loui. Thank you for sharing pieces of your lifes experiences, being vulnerable, and transparent. Stay safe and continue to listen to your instincts! Boop William for me, xoxo

[@bd5866]

It’s amazing how our gut instinct is spot on when telling us something is wrong. I always, always listen to it. Animals rely heavily on their intuition for survival-and it is at the core of *every* living being. Thanks for taking us along Loui.💖

[@lunabear4195]

Glad your safe, you and William continue to be safe and have fun!

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

I have many Anker products and they are well built and very reliable. One of the better makers. I am glad to see they keep coming out with solid off-grid products. BTW...I have been living on wheels since 1990 or so and have only a baseball bat for security. Awareness of your surroundings is key. If it feel wonky...move or move on. You done good. Thanks for the video.

[@SteveSanders-SPB-FL]

Hi Loui, my name is Steve and I just discovered your channel (along with Foresty 😊) I’m 62 years old and maybe not your typical subscriber but nevertheless I’m very much enjoying your content. I lived my entire life in New Jersey but retired last year and now live in Florida. I watched your video from Key West and was saddened by the experience you and your mom had there. Please know that there are plenty of friendly and welcoming people out here and hopefully you can make it back to Florida someday. Stay safe out there and continue to put out amazing videos. 😊

[@Spikestrip55]

Love your videos and commentary Loui, you encourage me to get "out there" and experience these great outdoors!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Yes!! Get out there!!

[@trippinwithdumas1382]

These are things i think about often. I spend 1 month a year in my car and my car math leads me to good tires on my cx30. I appreciate your choices as well. Thanks!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Hehe #carmath! Thanks my dude ❤️

[@NoName-ds5uq]

I’m glad you trusted your intuition Loui!

[@luthermclain2959]

I've traveled, climbed, biked, and random camped all over the west for years. Always trust your instincts. And I recognized that area as soon as I saw it. Keep having fun and staying safe!

[@Cooldaddio2]

Ive been binging on your channel this morning. Ive watched a dozen so far. Your videos have gotten better over time. Congrats.

[@alanbierhoff6831]

You absolutely did the right thing!

[@margoburns9085]

You did the right thing moving to another spot. Always follow your gut instinct. Another great video! William is adorable. Happy trails. ❤

[@miked.1773]

Friendly advice vis a vis finding dry firewood.. look for dead and still standing trees.. they will be much drier.. not as much of a worry in the drier climates but in the rainforest, it makes a big difference.. Cheers Thanks for sharing

[@CodingtheRoad]

This video hit just right; because this is what it felt like when I was on the road. Freedom!

[@ChristianSchaffer]

First video of yours I’ve seen, love your rig/setup. I just recently had a v similar situation with a sketchy car - glad you followed your gut on that one

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

hey hey! Thanks! Yeah we gotta look out for ourselves out there that’s for sure. glad you’re safe too!

[@veeemit9719]

Your winter adventures have been lots of fun to watch! I’m looking forward to seeing what you get up to next😊

[@MsRotorwings]

Yep, trust your gut. Sound advice and a sound van life principle.

[@claudes319]

Found your channel today. You inspire old memories. Had a 08 Tahoe 7+ years back. Got divorced. Decided I would travel to the West Coast. Never been. Then decided to buy a four door Wrangler before leaving. Used. Travel off road more. It was already off road equipped. The day I went to purchase it before traveling, someone was in the process of paperwork for it. I decided to travel South Florida instead for a short time lol. Not nearly the same type of experience, but still exciting

[@claudes319]

Subscribed💯

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Great video. As a full blooded Native American you make me so proud. You are inspirational.

[@keeganmcgilacuddy472]

Thank you for sharing your journey! Good lookin dawg!

[@tyronewashington230]

That dog is worth 20 pew pew. People have no idea what they're capable of when their pack is threatened. Unstoppable.

[@8baal]

I'm grateful for you sharing your experiences with everyone. Safety and mental health can be difficult balances some days and you have thoughtfully and skillfully explained so many very helpful tips in ways that don't scare everyone. (that can be a real challenge sometimes!) Relocating when your gut tells you to is absolutely key! I spend a fair amount of extended time alone on bicycle, and one of the safety things I always do after using an ATM is I move to a location where I can clearly see I'm on camera. I've only had one instance of feeling unsafe, but that's all it took for me to add this small routine any time my spidey-sense activates. Whether in car or on bike. I can go near the front entrance of the bank, or a gas station, C-store, whatever, as long as the outdoor cameras are visible (and hopefully working). Like many others, I started enjoying your adventures from Foresty's channel and love learning as I prepare for my own upcoming extended adventures. Stay safe and enjoy your path!

[@sugarology]

Trust your gut! Might have been nothing, just someone looking for a spot themselves, but could have been something. The best defense is to not be in the situation. Glad you listened to your instincts!

[@IamArloFischer]

"Don't gaslight yourself" is SO important! Have you read the book "The Gift of Fear"? Basically the same message. Trust your instincts. You don't need to be "nice" to someone if you feel danger. "No" is a complete sentence. If you are ever in Kamloops, Merritt, or Kelowna check out the Kekuli Cafe. Delicious bannock in so many flavours.

[@naomiwoodman3585]

I love the No is a complete sentence. It works throughout all aspects of your life.

[@river8760]

I’ve yet to check that cafe out, but I have heard amazing things. Grew up in Vernon. 😊

[@yackbuttertea]

As a male that has camped well over a thousand nights all over the western United States and with a pew pew. There has been only one time when I was like nope, something is not right here and I packed up and left. I didn’t want to but I could not shake that bad feeling.

[@abbrakadabra7943]

Best to be safe. You just never know and let's be honest more loons in America than in any other civilised country.

[@JK-xz1lt]

Love the videos. You're a beautiful person, please stay safe and enjoy yourself. 💙

[@Climbingdude]

Glad you listened to your gut.

[@christalakebees]

I really enjoyed your video. Good job trusting your instincts - that’s so important!!!

[@jaysoncody8716]

Safety first! Feel safe and always be safe!

[@janineivey03121]

Always always trust your instincts. It’s easier to change spots and get some peace of mind. Having a good boy William helps too

[@Snoogleheimer]

YAY! A new video from Loui. I love her. She's so pretty.

[@LornaT460]

Also brave and smart. ❤

[@Snoogleheimer]

Yes, she is awesome. @@LornaT460

[@river8760]

You’re a smart, aware woman, Loui, I’ve had experiences like that and you just know to get away. Definitely agree with not gaslighting oneself too. I’m sorry that you had to deal with that though. ❤

[@georgiacorey954]

That apple bread looked really good. U mentioned savory bread with a soup, great idea. Also I've made baked chicken then used the leftover chicken into a chicken salad & ate it on raisin bread toast. I bet your apple bread would also be good with a chicken salad because I also have made chicken salad with apples & grapes. Ty for sharing.

[@shayt543]

Wow thats excellent power source!!!❤❤❤❤

[@BillWalker3rd]

Do NOT ever ignore that little weird feeling!

[@tommy.32221]

Your best weapon is your mind and keeping it sharp and trusting your gut.

[@benpersinger4600]

Awesome to see you cooking bannock. Many good memories eating it when camping as a kid. It’s amazing with honey and a hot drink.

[@jimboerner6964]

A man on a camping channel just had a similar experience. And I've been followed home on 2 occasions by 2 or 3 cars that suddenly appeared behind me. A lot of crazies out there.

[@donniev8181]

Nice boots! Anker makes the best, most affordable noise canceling earbuds on the market in my opinion. I've had SoundCore Life Dot 2's for over 3 years now and they're great. I recently bought a backup pair of their newest version and they work great to.

[@johnganshow5536]

Another thing you can do for your mental health in the winter is make sure you take enough vitamin D3 every day. I lived in Alaska for 37 years and it made a huge difference with S.A.D....

[@BluuJourney]

Yeah, when I was there in the summer of "21" it was really smokies but super beautiful. They even have their own disappearing lake over there. I use old strap rope I abandoned at a campsite to Drag wood to the camp spot now It's so helpful. Not to mention it keeps critters.That might have had a home nesting on newly salvaged wood at a distance.

[@maxineoliver7404]

Happy Easter!🤗🎉🏞

[@kit3182]

You can’t go wrong with a lifted Jeep! If you can afford it, get you a rooftop tent or a light weight beefed up camper! Keep loving life my friend!✨✨✨

[@MinuteBurn]

We make sure to tune in to each new Loui adventure. Your situational narrative is very interesting and your videos are well done. Good move with tghe creeper. This time we found something very useful. No, sorry, we already have a van full of electric altho the Anker looks very nice, ( we like the light pole idea), but its the Bannock! We are making some right now. Thanks, you and William stay warm and safe.

[@tzekelklhan]

I subscribed because of Steve Wallis. Keep it up. Love you and the dog.

[@PulpParadise]

I love the addition of cinnamon and raisins to bannock - what a great idea! I'm super glad that you listened to your gut and got away from that other campsite. I'm also glad that you seem to have lost the creeper(s?) in the process. Pew-pew? Hilarious! I am certain that William wouldn't allow anyone to hurt you, but just the same, "better safe than sorry" is a good motto to live by.

[@windsorcastl]

Smart thinking taking off. Having a pewpew doesnt stop you from wanting to avoid confrontation.

[@shaneyoung1690]

Good job on moving sister peace of mind , Nice

[@ChrisSwinny]

Always trust your intuition, even if that was just a local doing local things I would also have moved spots.

[@TheDogsBox]

@11:25 Perhaps you should consider adding something of utility to the things you carry every day. Something sharp that you can open boxes with, or poke little holes in someone who has managed to get into your personal space. Perhaps in your waist line or in your boot?

[@KP11520]

Hello Louisa... Please research a "Byrna LE". 100% legal and just might save you for that one time (or more) you need it! When you're out there alone or with friends, it certainly can be an equalizer. Safe Adventures!!!!! Give William BIG HUGZ for me!

[@brendalee1093]

Cool beans! Love it Loui! Woohoo! Beans would be great with that also! In my tribe, we call it “Apache Frybread” in Navajo “Navajo Frybread” Canada “Bannock” or other tribes “Popover”

[@elflordsjourneys]

New here but have been watching Simons channel, enjoy watching both , hats off to guys for making it through that blizzard in truckee. I grew up in s,oregon, did alot of backpacking back in the 70s, never even thought about bad people or bears either. Times have changed. 😊🙏✌️

[@user-er2rs9he6k]

Best to listen to your instincts.

[@kendallkidd20]

You seem to enjoy your solitary lifestyle, good for you Miss Loui 😊

[@davidsixtwo]

Props to you for splitting when things got weird. Trust your gut.

[@sandollarj504]

Cool Sisters Oregon I used to live in Bend Oregon working at the Natural Grocers :) Love the beauty of that area! BTW my friend who has been living in her van in Oregon for the last 8 years has had a similar experience in that same area.. Good that you trust your instincts.

[@michaelwargo5702]

Thanks to forestry forest , I found you ...I am a snow and rain car camping freak ...I'll binge on your videos now ..❤❤❤❤❤

[@alariaesculenta8177]

Very wise of you to get the h... out. 👍I remember a girl down south, maybe TX, who had an older white dude coming around pretending to offer water to ppl living in vans or just camping. He came by way too often, + gawking at her and her dodge in a weird way, so she got out of that spot. I wish I could remember her channel. Proud of you, young women, for listening to your instinct and thinking safety first, 🙂🦉not bravery. Beautiful forest,🍀 lovely to see the sunshine ⚘on your channel. Still very little of it here in 🇨🇦😊🐾

[@soFancyVancy]

was it Alyssa Vanilla?

[@theheavy2742]

@@soFancyVancyyes that was Alyssa Vanilla

[@soFancyVancy]

@@theheavy2742 love her channel!

[@Chuckseese]

Bannok is the best ❤

[@mikematassini2574]

You have a very pleasant speaking tone. Anker Solix should have you do a commercial for them.

[@espnmk]

Thanks for Sharing... i would rather get another K9 companion than a pew pew dogs good security especially at night, safe travels and also that bread with apple filling looked very delicious.

[@DaveOnTheInterWebz]

Trusting your instincts was exactly the right choice Louie! Instead of calling it "Street Smarts" you could say you have "Woods Smarts". Glad you're enjoying the Pacific Northwest in Oregon, one of my favorite places on Earth. Be Well (Please give William some pets for me) :D

[@timthompson8297]

And having William must make life more fun

[@bettyG101]

Excellent.....follow those instincts. You handled that correctly and a call to mom is good for reassurance...Bex is awesome. That bread looked tasty...adding apples to it is a nice twist, I think I just might try it! 👍🏽

[@GatorLife57]

In the native communities, we enjoy "frybread" which is probably the American version of "bannock".

[@timothypowell6298]

It was most likely someone working land management etc but that being said if your gut feeling tells you sometime is not right trust that feeling . You made the right choice by moving elsewhere de-escalate a possible situation from arising .

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

In a tiny sedan with a scary dog driving slowly past someone’s camp over and over. I’ve never seen a forest worker do that in my five years of camping on public lands. 🤷‍♀️

[@timothypowell6298]

@@AdventureTimeLoui then you were right to trust your gut feelings it's better to be save :)

[@tblmt]

Glad you are safe! Hopefully you have some kind of protection like pepper spray or a taser or something. Great video!

[@dwalker6868]

Smart cookie thank you for sharing your dish. Stay blessed.

[@blessedveteran]

I had bannock for the first time in the Northwest Territories in Canada. It was so good. I definitely need to try to make it, too now.

[@VanlilfewithDaleandBailey]

Yea, everything in it's place or you can't find it when you need it. I would loose stuff in my van all the time.

[@REALPLANETXVIDEOZ]

BTW,,,,,,GOOD IDEA MOVING AFTER SOMEONE DRIVES BY UR CAMP ! 🗿🚬

[@pauline3735]

Great video as usual! 😁

[@loneranger4113]

be strong, smart and safe on your travels Always listen to your gut feelings or the hair on the back your neck once or twice yeah maybe, but that was strange thanks for sharing PS winter in Texas and the southern US planned for less public land though you can "safe" base camp here in the panhandle Safe travels for you and William

[@RomanVarl]

Happy travels! Love ur videos ))

[@johnbul6920]

Yes Oregon is very beautiful

[@pamelajones4412]

I’m glad you listened to your instincts excellent video ❤