Rainy Day Van Camping Alone on the Coast (Washington)

Hiii :) This one is more vlog-style ...waking up by the ocean, slow start to the day, and doing my best to keep cozy in my van through all the rain. And, a solar eclipse (ish) ♡ Thanks for being here!

Hey :) I’m Christian Schaffer, and I’ve lived on the road full-time since May 2018. This journey began in 2013 when I left the corporate world to build my career as an outdoor adventure & travel photographer. After 14 months of SUV living - I bought the van I now call home. Van life enables me to experience and document the beauty of our natural world, while also having my home and office nearby. My hope is that by sharing my own personal highs and lows along this (sometimes) wild journey, you might be inspired to hit the road or spend more time outdoors. Maybe one day I'll see you out on that open road 🚐

**My van is a 2019 Ram ProMaster 1500 High Roof, 136" WB with 65K miles**

#solofemale #vanlife #rainyday

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[jeffharrison]

Christian Schaffer's videos are like the Mercedes Benz of vanlife vids. A little more rare but the top of the line in quality.

[TheWanderer]

The mere thought of being there right now in that van whilst it’s raining is just phenomenally soothing.
I could watch the rain drops slipping down over the glass whole my life.

[Vas]

The way you film the scenery, combined with the music you choose, is always so magical! I always look forward to your videos.

[dcab]

I grew up in the mountains but ended up living in flat old Florida working a lot of stressful hours for a big company. When I miss my mountains and need to decompress I watch one of Christian's videos and get 15 minutes of total Zen. Her cinematography is better than most feature movies. I feel totally transported to wherever she is recording. And her music choices are spot on. Keep up the amazing work. It's truly one of the best 1% of all things on the internet.

[JoeMitchell-pc]

You’re amazing… I love your independence

[iowa_don]

When I watch your videos I am reminded of the saying "The worst day fishing is better than the best day working". To paraphrase - your worst day is no doubt better than the best days of most of us "out here". Keep doing what you do as long as you want and we will be here to watch.

[wildzenventures]

Stunning views of the PNW, the fog in those trees, a favorite view! This is the time for peace, tranquility and reflection.

[johnbrown]

Those 5 shots of the Alpine canopy with the mist rolling through... pure PNW gold !!!

[edwestell]

Your artistry allows your viewers to enjoy some beautiful moments of what some would see as a dreary uninteresting rain at the beach. The music switches your attention from the gloomy rain, to a scene that has great content, and provides peacefulness.
Another example of your storytelling, that mesmerizes your viewers!

[jamesstephens]

Love a rainy day… when I’m inside, warm, dry, and can relax and consider the good things.

[MrAlexx]

Кадры, где ты бегаешь по пляжу от догоняющих тебя волн, как ребёнок, аж самого заставляют вспомнить каким я был в детстве и как всё вокруг меня иначе воспринималось, чем сейчас. Люблю твои видео, и оставайся в душе ребенком как можно дольше. 😊

[richadent]

The way you capture nature is so beautiful. Thank you!

[jessiedysart]

I sure miss the coast. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[Spectre_]

The way you embrace the non-ideal parts of your creative process are so refreshingly honest in a world increasing overcome with veneer. Thank you for another peaceful escape to the PNW!

[mkarhade]

Sound of waves in the Ocean and raindrops on the glass windows - I can die peacefully!
Thank you for sharing the experience 🤗💕🕊

[kenmckeecma]

Hollywood needs young talent like you! Your smile lights up a room! Thanks for the videos!

[robduke]

I never get tired of your videos . The cinematography, and storytelling are awesome!

[ThePierce]

You strike me as someone so strong, so intelligent, so vulnerable, so beautiful!

[RomanMilovanov]

6:19 Aha, the audio transition is cool, when what is not very important turns into what is important - into nature.

[markmattson]

No editing needed just real life being authentic to who you are !