Staying Warm in EXTREME COLD While Living in a Van or Car 2023

Why am I qualified to talk about staying warm--because I lived in Alaska for 45 years!! I lived in a van in Anchorage, Alaska for 6 years and have spent MANY nights in an unheated space at -30. I know cold and have lived to tell the story!

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[PixieSpright]

Watched hundreds of Bob's videos, and not getting tired. What a delivery: straightforward and super clear, yet warm and human. Wish my university professors were like that.

[izzyroam]

Thanks Bob, I use you as an example when people tell me I’m going to freeze in my van. I tell them Bob stayed in a van in ALASKA for 6 years and he made it out alive. 🥶 thank you again!

[thatmichigangirl]

Down and wool are so worth the money! They're one of those things you buy and then wonder why you waited so long.

[solarsoltice]

Thanks Bob. I live out west. It's cold, . with snow. 15 F. I have a Mr. Buddy that I left on low last night. I had a window cracked open. But woke up about 4 AM last night short of breath. The Mr. Buddy was still running, but starving me of oxygen. This time of year, I go to bed bundled up. Vic.

[janetkoball]

Another great one Bob. I again got some great ideas about dressing for the cold weather. See you next time.

[lostwoodproduction]

Poly pro base layers are what they issued us in the army and they work great.

[johnwessinger]

Hey Bob! I don't usually say much or comment but I just wanted to say I appreciate all you do to help people learn and how to deal with various and numerous things concerning the nomad life and even regular life such as this video. Thanks again!

[joesierolon]

GOD Bless you and your companion dog 🐶

[lilycat]

I love the whole idea of this lifestyle. I am in my late 50’s, do not own a car, working a seasonal job, barely making it. I would love to be able purchase a van and pursue the nomad life. I enjoy watching your videos. I just know when I retire, I will never be able to afford sticks and bricks.

[brucegillies]

For a Van, a Tarp over the outside tied down well makes A HUGE difference

[Bev]

I really don’t know what I would do without Bob, you are an inspiration to everyone! God Bless you Bob❤️🙏🏻🇺🇸 My dream is to get a van and live free!

[wilbwil]

I always invest in one high quality merino wool base layer. Super soft and doesn't hold odor.

[janicem]

Your videos are never too long, just long enough for the information you give.

[TheBioExplorer]

I miss my years in Barrow, Alaska. You are right the dressing right is all the difference. I could go walking across the tundra in -60F and not really be cold. I learned that I had to have a wolf ruff on my hood... a deep hood. It helped keep warm air around your face. I tried artificial fur the first year but the cold would just destroy it. I finally had a native Inupiaq lady sew an actual wolf fur ruff on and that one ruff lasted me the next 6 years. I still have the ruff but took it off the coat as I will never need that parka here in SC. I did have snow pak boots with wool inserts and they worked great... but heavy. The same lady made me a pair of fur (beaver, wolf, and seal) mukluks with walrus skin bottoms. So light, warm, and durable! Again they lasted 6 years and were still good. I sold them when I left. They may still be kicking around Barrow. I don't believe in wearing fur for fashion... but nothing beats it for certain things in the arctic.

[tatraoverland]

Please-at the top of everyone's list should be a carbon monoxide detector. I have the Wave 3 and even though they are not supposed to produce much carbon monoxide they do. Most fuel appliances do...and if their venting system goes South the detector will save your life.

[debradenkers]

I look to you because I know I can trust what you say. Thank you!

[beckyelliott]

I discovered that a weighted blanket would be a perfect to have in Alaska - TOTALLY SNUGGABLE! NO ELECTRICITY NEEDED🙀

The blanket is Sherpa on one side and fake bear fur on the other with a zipper to protect the vinyl bag of sand inside to provide the weight. You can remove the bag of sand if this is too heavy.

[CharlieM-uw]

Absolutly and next spring I'll be doing this life style . Thanks so much Bob I appreciate all your help .
Your experiences.

[georgekane]

This doesn't apply for everyone, but I think a heat exchanger type heater is safe and can be efficient. I have a Winnebago Travato that came with a TRUMA brand, German made heater/water heater unit. It is more than 95% efficient, and no smell ever. Because the heater came with the unit I do not know what it costs new, but someone who does a lot of cold-weather camping might find it appropriate to buy and install. I have been very happy with mine, that is until last night, when I ran out of propane!

[beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu]

One thing I can't say enough, go to a military surplus store and buy your cold weather gear. It's proven and tough plus it's less expensive than name brand gear. I have wool underwear that is from 1982! Yes it is still in great shape and with under armour it's the warmest you can feel. They also have pants with liners and layer'd jackets. Add a wool sweater, also available and you can handle some severe cold weather. I regularly sleep in that gear with a couple of wool blankets outdoors in Ohio and have never been too cold to sleep.