Van Life 101: How to Live Well in a Car, Van or RV

If you're just starting out on your nomadic life, you may be wondering what is the absolute minimum that is essential to living well in a car, SUV or van. In this video we let you know and show you how! These are affiliate Links to Amazon. I'll make a little money on them, even if you buy something else.

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[poshponies]

Too funny about watering a tree. When our home was being built and we lived between a horse trailer LQ and RV we dumped the black water into a hole that was dug for a power pole and then not used. Planted a tree there (along with several others) and that tree grew three times faster and bigger than the other

[homesteader]

Just love how you make videos with 'pros', as it were, staying non-judgmental and preserve the dignity and honor of all your guests regardless of their walk of life, and extracting their precious experience, knowledge and wisdom to share with the masses for their education to help them think outside the box.. I really like this. Totally subscribed. =)

[ErraticSelf]

Love this woman! She reminds me of my mother. Extremely resourceful woman, humble, kind and wise!

Much love and God bless! 😇

[catinahottinvan]

I'm SO STRESSED with my situation, having to be homeless, watching the video. He gets to the headlamp: Bob gaffs & says" put on your hands and you're head-free"...I was rolling with laughter. 🤣🤣🤣. I wish I was head-free right now 🙄😊. That lightened my mood 💜
You guys are awesome. Thank you so much.

[yesiownfrodo]

First of all, thank you both for sharing the tips with candor. I think, in my mind, a pop up changing tent is the best 20 bucks you'll ever spend. You can change in it, bathe in it, potty in it and it's the size of a steering wheel. Also, having traveled a good bit, I always carry a heavy duty exterior extension cord and an electric skillet. I can stop by a grocery store, pick up some chicken or whatever, and go to a city park and plug in for free at the picnic shelters. Absolutely great. Learned that from a flight attendant. And you can pick up the electric skillet or whatever floats your boat (I used a hot pot a great bit) at a thrift store. Also not mentioned, a clothes line, toilet paper, baby wipes, sunscreen, tie out line if you have a pet, and I have a pop up screen room, that is, again, the size of a steering wheel. Let's you have a bug free space, and if you're in a really safe and private area, also good to sleep in. And Bob, regarding the east coast, the best of the east is above Maine. Go to New Brunswick, up to Nova Scotia, and you'll never be the same. Ever. Bay of Fundy is a life changer. <3

[flockoturtles]

These are great tips! I just want to add: 1-A warm coat that is long enough to at least cover your backside will keep you much warmer. The longer the better. 2-Using alcohol for your sponge bath works really well and if you have dry skin, use virgin coconut oil instead of any lotion. It is slightly antimicrobial, wonderful for your skin and hair (use lightly!), and also can be used as oil for cooking. 3- If it is really cold, you can cook inside with your small cook stove. Use a cast-iron pan, and when done wiping it out, put a fire brick or two in it and let them get hot. They will radiate heat into the car for a long time. Just make sure you crack a window while the fire is burning. If you can find a dutch oven it will stay warm inside longer with the lid on over the brick.

[yogarobyn]

Sue Ann answered all of my bathroom questions. Thank you for not holding anything back on this subject.

[joniloverin]

I use the bucket and toilet seat but sprinkle saw dust or peat moss on the poop and it last as long as you need to get to a spot to dig a hole and bury it, it saves the use of non recycleable plastic. I love your videos cuz I learn something in each one.

[abdulsmith]

A headlamp that 'goes on your hands and your head-free'! Gotta love it!

[lindacripple-creek]

Bob, I am addicted to your videos! One thing I really love is how much everyone smiles. It is obvious that these folks are very happy with their lives.

[lh]

all these tips have become exponentially more helpful during the pandemic.

[joycejudd]

the alcohol bath:  Sally beauty supply has a cherry - almost scented alcohol that is much more pleasant smelling than isopropyl.  It is also 70% alcohol.  I use it frequently in my salon.  Wonderful video.

[PatriseHenkel]

FYI for minimalist bathing I find that aloe gel (Walmart Equate brand is perfect) makes a great cleaner, refreshes & prevents heat rash. I use it for facial moisturizer & first aid. Terrific multi purpose product

[TulasiLovesFruit]

Thank you Bob and Susan! My son and I have been living out of a Mid-size Cargo Van staying in urban areas where it's possible to go to stores daily for anything we need, and so this video really inspires me to get organized, prepared, and stocked up on food enough to be able to actually last a week or two out in a natural setting! 👍❤✌

[featurefilms]

As the saying goes... Where there is a will, there is a way. Loved this video.

[justinevirtue]

Bob and Suanne, I can't thank you enough. I'm outfitting my van starting to feel that it was just too small. Now I feel so grateful for all the space I have!

[kerplunk]

I might suggest a Lockable luggage rack on top of the vehicle. Great for items that need to be kept out of vehicle.

[orionsbelt]

I am still in the planning stage and will be joining ya'll soon and I hope and pray that I meet people like you on my journey. Thank you both for taking the time to make these videos that are so helpful to us that are planning our journey. Your wisdom is both helpful and inspiring.... thank you both and peace be with you..

[SouthFloridaThrifter]

Yes, Bob's voice is awesome. He's like the Sir David Attenborough of van life.

[dianaperez]

I know this is an older video but I have an idea for the washing up situation. When I was hospitalized for awhile they used no rinse shampoo and body wash on me. You moisten a wash cloth and use the soap like regular soap but it's much less harsh and alcohol free. Very gentle and does the job. You can get rinse free shampoo and body wash anywhere! Thank you for all your helpful videos Bob and thank you to all the guests you have in your videos that share their insight and experiences! 💖