Wisconsin Van Life - Living on the Road 10/2020

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Leaving Duluth, Minnesota and driving into Wisconsin. I find a nice camp by a river with waterfalls. I also cook up some tasty ramen on the camp stove.
*My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
Thanks for watching!
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[@ericdrews5050]

I love how you don’t just settle on ramen, you found ways to improve it and make it your own. You are definitely the king of the camper kitchen.

[@dona62851]

Yours has always been a great channel. No drama, no complaining, pretty scenery, optimistic outlook. Thanks!! Enjoy your journey! Thanks for sharing!

[@Onemattressatatime]

Totally agree

[@annecaulder9495]

Not to mention hard worker to fund his own life!

[@kristyo8078]

Dona I couldn't agree more!

[@FranciscoRodriguez-ku1nl]

totalmente de acuerdo

[@bonniepwtf]

I agree Dona. I'm so glad he was the 1st "nomad" I followed way back when. The way he conducts himself is head & shoulders above the majority, a class act & respecter of nature.

[@shemajragin4606]

“Let’s go down this road and see what we can find.” 🚐 Thanks for sharing ✌🏿

[@yellowrosecottag]

I have to say that watching your adventures helps your viewers like me who are stuck at home in this time of Covid and also kills our feelings of isolation. It’s a gift. We know you but you are alone and don’t know many of us. Take care and stay safe.

[@now_what56]

Thank you! NO ARIZONA! Yeaaaay! (tired of Arizona videos - nothing against Arizona, it's just been done to death on travel vidoes). Lunch looks yummy! And the falls are gorgeous.

[@crookedridge8178]

I live here and don't want to see it either

[@felipejimenez3630]

The desert is beatiful. When you are there ;comes alive!!

[@elvispreston3685]

Nice video, I'm sure homesick for the road, my health won't let me travel much anymore, but love you're video's, it helps me not miss the road so much, thank you for taking the time to do these video's for us, always Elvis 👍❤⚡

[@WanderingWiley]

I never knew the falls were that large, love the way you filmed the cooking

[@jgm9927]

Thanks for the update Brian. I spent a year in WI a few years ago. I was doing some drawing for an engineering company all over the state. Some beautiful country down around the Mississippi too.

[@mfbsail]

Simple living works. MN is a gem. Always thought that part of the Great Lakes gets overlooked because of Lake Michigan and Chicago's waterfront. The rode seems like a more pleasant place to be these days than living in a torn city like Chicago.

[@milesteg8627]

These videos are my morning ritual/meditation before going into work. Thanks for making these! Such an inspiration!

[@deklares1]

I always learn some cooking tips from your videos. You eat better than me and you’re in a van haha. All the best Brian.

[@MaryBeth1965]

Our Great Lakes are beautiful. I live on the shore of Lake Erie in Ohio. But here it still looks autumnal -- up there it definitely looks more like winter. Keep on enjoying life!

[@bigred8752]

I’ve traveled that route through Wisconsin for years and the artesian well in Ashland was always a welcome stop, and holds some of the coldest, freshest water I’ve ever had! Glad you were able to experience some of the North country we love so much!

[@TheFireFlyStudio67]

Great video Brian. I always love the cooking segments you include. Glad to hear you are heading down south for the winter. If you are venturing into Florida be sure to check out the St Marks area along the panhandle. It's not built up like most of the rest of the state. Lots of things to see and some awesome folks living down there. Safe journeys my friend!

[@AdventureVanMan]

Thank you

[@TheFireFlyStudio67]

@@AdventureVanMan Forgot to add eat at Cooter Stews in St Marks....oh man their French fries are the best I have ever had. They prolly takes a few years off your life but well worth it lol

[@GiantMeteor2024]

I learned something new about Ramen meals. Thank you!

[@vanjoy1781]

okay so I am never buying top ramen again! You could even pre make your own packages of ramen. That looked awesome....a little bone broth would be on point. Thanks for the recipe.😊👍🏻

[@paulhunter546]

Hey Brian.. beautiful waterfalls and that ramen looked delicious 👍😁

[@suzanne467]

Camp Cooking with Brian. Great looking food & views.

[@HandymanMark]

i never thought you'd be teaching us how to cook . made me hungry . thanks looks so good . great video

[@hpshifter7783]

Awesome shots and warm vibes. The adventure continues.

[@65adventures]

That ramen looked super tasty. Loved that waterfall too. :)

[@WisconsinWanderer]

So glad you could enjoy the badger state. I like to get out daily and hike around the Shawano area near the reservation. I let nature heal my depression. Appreciate you Brian and yum on the ramen noodles☮️😎❤️

[@raveninavaniam9438]

Our County, Shawano, is one of the most beautiful isn't it xo :)

[@marketinginmass]

Another relaxing video with Brian. That soup looked great!

[@bonniepwtf]

Getting snow now, be glad you moved along.❄ I shut my blinds, didn't even want to see it, way too early. 2020, you really kinda blow. Safe travels✌

[@mtradz]

Hey Bonnie, no snow here yet but my time will come😉

[@bonniepwtf]

@@mtradz Hey pal👋 hope you are well.

[@darrellwampler6473]

Hi Bonnie P

[@bonniepwtf]

@@darrellwampler6473 Hi Darrell, so great to see some familiar "faces" so to speak.😊

[@robertphillips93]

Scenic and nutritious . . . the views never get old, but dietary advice is always changing! My palate is a lot like yours, but after finding out how poorly trained most doctors are in diet and metabolism, I came to have a better grasp of the subject for myself. Myths discarded: dietary fat causes heart disease; salt causes high blood pressure and can be restricted without adverse consequences; high protein consumption causes kidney damage; any whole food is good to eat; etc, etc . . . Practices adopted: eating more satisfying foods less often, getting full nutrition along with a more intimate understanding of the metabolic processes that sustain life and health.

[@duane4972]

Great video of the falls, especially like the drone perspective !!!

[@craigcottingham35]

Always a pleasure to watch thanks Brian❤️

[@kellieschultz1445]

You have inspired me & my husband so much. We got the same fan and stove as you did by watching your videos. Our van is almost done. Still needing one of your stickers for it. Hope our paths cross one day. Oh by the way, your cooking makes me hungry. Getting great ideas for cooking on the road.

[@nancylarose7565]

You sure find the most beautifulest places

[@briantrujillo665]

Yup crossed into Superior, Wisconsin. Love Duluth!

[@louisecassidy5991]

Must be nice to be some people! I envy you. Greetings from Australia. Stay out in the wilds, man, gonna get rough shortly!

[@terrimartinez1153]

I spent some time in ST Criox last year. Wisconsin has beautiful waterfalls.

[@Tom-jx9rb]

I know you’re busy working in Alaska right now, but I’ve been under quarantine we watching old videos. Sure makes the day go by a lot faster. Can’t wait for your new stuff.

[@travelnc2g]

Great lakes are at a high level right now. Threatening shorelines.

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

They had a sign on that bridge but they felt it it was too cheesy.

[@vanvorst1999]

🤣👍 Not everyone will get the "cheesehead" reference 😉

[@thizizliz]

@@vanvorst1999 🧀 Gosh, thats like saying you don't know where The Big Apple is! 🍎

[@vanvorst1999]

@@thizizliz You'd be surprised... Many people don't know the Garden and Keystone states or Big D and Big Easy cities. 😉

[@bevtrue6937]

I didn't. Never been up there.

[@annecaulder9495]

I’ve never been there, but I’m a victim of forced football, so I’ve seen a few cheeseheads. And cheese curds, but that’s another story. 😉

[@Scorpiomary]

We have an Asian market here I will check out mushroom powder. Thanks for sharing. I enjoyed your vlog ❣️ say hi to Kelly for us 😊

[@amjones89]

I am so glad I found your channel. It's so relaxing to watch and such beautiful scenery...even the sugar beet harvest was SO interesting to watch! Thanks for sharing your life with us.

[@LostOnLandAgain]

I camped not far from that Artesian spring in Ashland once. I think it was a city park. Such a pretty area. Oh that lunch looked so good! Stay warm!

[@faithcompton5934]

I always enjoy the guitar music that goes with your driving. I think it's something you wrote, isn't it? Anyhoot, I loved the falls and the autumn colors. Stunning contrast on that red leaf shot. I'm hungry for ramen, and might try the egg. Can't wait to see you reunited with Miss K. Take care, safe journeys!

[@scovell7]

That's his music?

[@troystory4227]

I ❤️ Minnesota.

[@davemenard5089]

Excited about you going south this winter. Hope you come thru the Panhandle of Florida. We have the most beautiful beaches between Destin and Panama City and the off season is really chill ✌🏼

[@davidcampbell4174]

I really enjoy watching you prepare meals. You have a backup career as a chef as something to fall back on if needed.

[@marianfrances4959]

Away we go!! Minn is a great place. Love that Wisconsin camp and waterfall. Good choice, healthy food! Love your videos! 👍😉🇨🇦👌🌲💜

[@jager6855]

I live in Andover Minnesota. Been to the north shore many times you filmed it well. Safe travels my friend.

[@TalesFromtheCraftRoom]

I always enjoy your simple van cooking and your videos in general. Thank you for taking us along.

[@KatieRaeRae]

Yay you're coming my way! I'm down around Panama City for the winter. Lots of places down here where you can back your van right up to the ocean.

[@KatieRaeRae]

@CG34 Crystal River, Dunedin Causeway, Palm Harbor, lots of places down around Clearwater. Just so you know, I'm talking about day spots, not overnight parking spots.

[@happycamper8895]

What can I say, another great video. Thanks for your no ad policy.

[@randy1203]

Well sir you have an other well done video!! I really do like the VIEW out your windshield as you motor down the road. And back trails. Breathtaking views of the waterfalls, the fall colors, that long trail of wooden steps down, and then back up! What a workout! I think for me a nice little lawn chair right there by that peaceful waterfall, I think I'd call that a nice place for a afternoon nap!!! Be safe and healthy Brian.

[@leeverrill]

Another relaxing video good to see you again...be safe.

[@olebloom1641]

In my old stomping grounds. A lot of WI has artesian wells. I lived in a duplex that had a natural artesian well as running water. It was awesome and really cold coming out. Glad to see you got see how incredible WI scenery is.

[@thecampdogsdad4937]

After seeing this video, I ordered mushroom seasoning from Amazon. I got the noodles and liquid aminos from Walmart. I made this today with carrots, scallions, fresh baby portobello mushrooms, and an egg. It came out phenomenal! This is definitely going to be a go-to meal for me.

[@AdventureVanMan]

Right on!!👍🏼

[@alr1020]

Looks so nice 👍 enjoy your journey, Looking forward to seeing your next video Brian. God bless you 🙏

[@tdhawk167]

Beautiful water falls. So much water, but thought, imagine them with snow melt.

[@robertrhode6104]

Love your relaxing videos like this. It will be good to follow you through the eastern states. Your friend in Pennsylvania. Bob

[@anitasimmons3599]

Thank you for another great video. Beautiful camp spot. Thank you for taking us along. Safe travels.

[@DavidLauriesRVAdventures]

Love the water falls! Thanks Brian. Laurie and I always enjoy your videos.

[@rachelcarlsonnotesfromthenomad]

THIS. I needed this today for my mental health. Thank you SO MUCH. Wishing you memorable adventures ahead and safe journey!

[@jrandyoutdoors]

Those waterfalls were beautiful and refreshing. Nice meal Brian, thanks for sharing!

[@sandycrane1739]

Really cool water falls. Thanks for bringing us along. Love the visiting Kelly part and the noodles looked amazing - will def try that out. Peace

[@rozswartzett180]

Love the ramen idea and the waterfalls. Another great video. Blessings on you.

[@journeyswithlittletpage1669]

Seeing the frost on everything and hearing crunching when you walk is in your future! Stay warm ✌️

[@HimmelbergerBus]

Shhhh, we don't want this secret to get out too much :-) We love northern MN, come back in summer, North Shore is pleasant that time of year as well.

[@bevtrue6937]

Your recipe sounds yummy. I love to camp next to a river. Any kind really. So peaceful. Nice place.

[@juliescheidler7763]

Welcome to my home state of Wisconsin, it is very scenic!

[@richardspeakes2883]

You have a great heart for God your Heavenly Father. You move in his spirit. Be blessed for you are a beloved child of the most high God in whom he is well pleased.

[@richardspeakes2883]

Ok

[@shemajragin4606]

Amen 🙏🏿

[@wesallen4228]

The water falls and colorful sencery are so peaceful and relaxing to watch. I buy the cheap Ramen and trash the favor pack for my own sauce. Looking forward to trying your sauce. Safe and peaceful travels Brain.

[@dandyfi4076]

There are some better quality ramen packs you can usually find at well stocked health food stores or co-ops, Whole Foods, or other super markets that have a large Asian or health food section.

[@thejackofalltravels8267]

I also love the dried fungus you can buy at Asian Markets like the ones in hot and sour soup Those waterfalls are beautiful the tea colored water always remind me of home thanks for sharing

[@glennhumann8142]

Ramen done up the AdventureVanMan way..Top Notch Brian..thanks for sharing!!!

[@johnettew3957]

I really enjoy your videos. They are soothing with beautiful scenery and useful nomad/camping information. When you are in the SE near Charleston, SC, I'd love to meet you, and Kelly also, if she is with you. I'm a weekend camper enjoying short road trips and nomading between homes.

[@joharmon2148]

Nice looking bowl of soup, and so easy. Yes the ramen packs are so bad for you. Going to look for the noodles. Thank you for sharing

[@leahrenea2709]

I don't know why but I am always fascinated by the food you make.

[@kennybyrd770]

Scenery looks beautiful! And all to yourself there! Good cooking tip. Good travels sir.

[@michaelmuncy1105]

Love travelling along with you. And am going to look for the mushroom seasoning and Braggs amino sauce in my local markets, you got me hungry for homemade ramen. Thank you!

[@chinowhizz8853]

You make great content man

[@geri9839]

Thank you for sharing your awesome travel video. Your Ramen noodles look delicious. Safe travels!

[@lateepiphany]

Yet another great production! Thank you. I’m looking forward to your travels to the southeast. I’ve often wondered what van life might be like there. Peace.😌

[@mannyortiz4814]

Thank you for taking us along ❤️❤️🕊🕊👍👍🙏🙏😇😇🌹🌹💋💋🥂🥂

[@nana23boyz3]

Waterfalls were a lovely surprise. Hope you know how appreciated you are, Brian. Travel Safe and Be Well.

[@Regina0964]

That mushroom seasoning I use in many of my soups, awesome stuff, I don't use a lot since I don't care for a lot of salt unless my body is lacking it I will add more in.. I was ready to jump in and take that bowl from you but you seemed hungry... Have a safe trip and welcome to my home state Wisconsin. I'm trying to still find a van to fix up and hit the open roads. Someday I want to be like you, meaning I love History and learning about different areas of our great Country. Safe travels see ya on the next video...

[@quash8]

Given the flat drive in I was really surprised at the stairs and waterfalls. Thanks for the shots of colorful leaves, mossy bark, etc., those are the things I notice when I walk.

[@davidbrickey5925]

I do love those waterfalls love to hear the rivers just run through the rocks. I’ve traveled out of Utah crossed I 70 to Denver in a long I 70 I would stop and just sit by the river and listen to the water passing through the rocks . Enjoy your journey be safe. ☕️👍🍀

[@kodeywhitewolf4056]

Birch bark, colored leaves, waterfalls , woods ..... Sooo beautiful What more do you need for a peaceful place to just be ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, a warm meal to top off your day Yum Great video Brian An awesome day shared by you Take care my friend

[@bobfinn3639]

Your videos are so put together like a pro! I look forward to the next one! Peace brother.

[@jeepinjohnny2898]

Yo - AVM. Thanks for flashing hiwa numbers, compass direction, and town names on the screen. AND no background racket (music).

[@gailjohnson6670]

I've lived in Wisconsin all my life. And never knew about the beautiful Potato River Falls area at Gurney Wisconsin. Or the Artesian water near Ashland Wisconsin. What a eye opening video for me. Thank you for sharing this video. Have a blessed day.

[@lorenenoe4472]

Yeah, southeast this winter...seen enough AZ for awhile. WI falls were awesome and noodles made me go to the kitchen and boil some pasta for lunch! Stay safe. It would be interesting to know what type of seasonal job Kelly has at this time of the year. 🍂🍁🍁🍂

[@elvispreston3685]

Love you're Recipe for the top ramen soup looked real good thanks for the recipe

[@70scatgirl]

Love your recipes! ❤️. Will be making your pad Thai this week. You need to make a e-cookbook for sure 😊. Happy Travels! ✌🏼

[@michaelherrera7520]

So genuine. It’s truly nice to be a part of your journey.

[@richardplunk3910]

Stay safe and remember to keep it on the dirt,if all possible 👍👍

[@susanstrickland6774]

How neat to be able to fill uour water. Ahhh, that waterfall and colorful leaves, so beautiful. Yep, nothing like some homemade warm soup on a chilly day. Looked delicious. Hats off to the folks in that area, I didn't see a bunch of trash laying around. Be safe. 😊👍

[@eleanoreleichtenberg9290]

I love the cooking sessions! I’ll have to try that ramen recipe, I do enjoy ramen with some fried gyoza on the side! Stay safe!

[@LaCatLady]

I always enjoy your cooking segments, Brian. Do you get the noodles, seafood mix, Bragg’s Amino from Trader Joe’s?

[@AdventureVanMan]

They should have it.

[@lorenenoe4472]

They also have coconut amino acids at Traders, much healthier to avoid soy!

[@LaCatLady]

@@lorenenoe4472 ...I’ll try to find that. Thank you both.

[@mobiltec]

I don't blame you for not wanting to go to AZ this year. Smoke from Calif fires, Covid rules and lack of good camping spots because of covid all make it high up on the avoid list.

[@TonyBar323]

What a fantastic channel! You have adventure, scenery and then you throw in cooking for good measure. I like when you show the northern states because I do a lot of camping there. Keep up the superb content! Thank you!

[@gitanya80hurueta]

Your food is always delicious looking👍. Thank you for always showing how you make your meals. Plus all the beautiful scenery!

[@msred5400]

Some other things you can use to make a broth for your noodles...garlic, diced tomatoes, ginger, miso paste, chili paste etc.

[@tomcaldwell5750]

Wow! Brian, you are quite a cook. I always enjoy watching you cook. Safe travels, peace.

[@deniseb.6007]

Thanks for sharing! I really enjoy your positive videos and your music selection, especially when you're heading down the road makes me tap my foot. I look forward to your video from the SE this winter. Safe travels.

[@joemonroe9402]

Greetings,thanks for sharing video..injoyed bigly...Peace💜🤴