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Frosty McFrostface Minivan Life
Canada
Приєднався 28 жов 2024
Good Lord!!
Not another bloody vanlife channel!!!!
Well, yes. But perhaps UA-cam is not yet bored with watching economically-challenged folks freeze their knackers off while living in rolling sardine cans. We shall see as the interminable Arctic winter fast approaches!
SO...after 30 years of a rather posh but financially lean, semi-nomadic work-life based in the UK (but including France, Austria, Italy and Spain) I've come back to my birth home; the bleak, utterly unaffordable and increasingly isolated Alberta prairies to support ageing parents. But, gosh darn it anyway, I plan to make the most of it, and will muster all my Westernised Buddhist-y strength to turn the existential frown upside down!
Thanks for supporting my channel on Ko-fi!
ko-fi.com/frostymcfrostface
I've also JUST started a Patreon page - link below!
Not another bloody vanlife channel!!!!
Well, yes. But perhaps UA-cam is not yet bored with watching economically-challenged folks freeze their knackers off while living in rolling sardine cans. We shall see as the interminable Arctic winter fast approaches!
SO...after 30 years of a rather posh but financially lean, semi-nomadic work-life based in the UK (but including France, Austria, Italy and Spain) I've come back to my birth home; the bleak, utterly unaffordable and increasingly isolated Alberta prairies to support ageing parents. But, gosh darn it anyway, I plan to make the most of it, and will muster all my Westernised Buddhist-y strength to turn the existential frown upside down!
Thanks for supporting my channel on Ko-fi!
ko-fi.com/frostymcfrostface
I've also JUST started a Patreon page - link below!
Solo Female Winter Van Life in the Canadian Rockies | Tiny Budget, Big Rewards for Fun in the Snow!
Back to the Rockies and beyond after another bloomin' cancelled work gig. No use crying over precious income income, so to self-soothe, I try out my new-to-me bit of winter sports kit, and bring in 2025 with clean mountain air coursing through my freshly butchered only-barbershop-in-town buzz cut (ugh!). #vanlife#minivancamper#bluetti#solofemalevanlife#carcamping#jasper#backcountryskiing
You can support the channel here:
patreon.com/FrostyMcFrostface...
And/or here!!
ko-fi.com/frostymcfrostface
Contact me for partnership queries:
frostymcfrostface24@gmail.com
Thank you very much!!!
About my channel:
Good Lord - not another bloody van life channel!!!!
Well, yes. But perhaps UA-cam is not yet bored with watching economically challenged folks freeze their knackers off while living in rolling sardine cans. We shall see as the interminable Arctic winter fast approaches!
SO...after 30 years of a rather posh but financially lean, semi-nomadic work-life based in the UK (but including France, Austria, Italy and Spain) I've come back to my birth place; the often-bleak, sometimes haunting, utterly unaffordable and increasingly isolated Alberta prairies, to support ageing parents. But, gosh darn it anyway, I plan to make the most of it, and will muster all my Westernised Buddhist-y mindfulness to turn the existential frown upside down!
I sure hope you'll follow along as I grind my way along the UA-camr learning curve while finding adventure and meaning in my childhood hell.
Music by www.bensound.com
License code: MSMSQHMW00ZBXM9T
You can support the channel here:
patreon.com/FrostyMcFrostface...
And/or here!!
ko-fi.com/frostymcfrostface
Contact me for partnership queries:
frostymcfrostface24@gmail.com
Thank you very much!!!
About my channel:
Good Lord - not another bloody van life channel!!!!
Well, yes. But perhaps UA-cam is not yet bored with watching economically challenged folks freeze their knackers off while living in rolling sardine cans. We shall see as the interminable Arctic winter fast approaches!
SO...after 30 years of a rather posh but financially lean, semi-nomadic work-life based in the UK (but including France, Austria, Italy and Spain) I've come back to my birth place; the often-bleak, sometimes haunting, utterly unaffordable and increasingly isolated Alberta prairies, to support ageing parents. But, gosh darn it anyway, I plan to make the most of it, and will muster all my Westernised Buddhist-y mindfulness to turn the existential frown upside down!
I sure hope you'll follow along as I grind my way along the UA-camr learning curve while finding adventure and meaning in my childhood hell.
Music by www.bensound.com
License code: MSMSQHMW00ZBXM9T
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Відео
Diesel Heater+Bluetti Charger 1 | Prepping my Stealthy Minivan for FT Canadian Winter Life
Переглядів 2,3 тис.14 днів тому
This is just a little re-visit of my No-Build Dodge Grand Caravan, focussing on a peek at my diesel heater install and my Bluetti Charger 1 DC-DC charger. As I live in her full-time over the Canadian winter, plans for a fancier, more comfortable future-build are starting to formulate. #vanlife #minivancamper #bluetti#solofemalevanlife #carcamping You can support the channel here: patreon.com/Fr...
Winter Van Life | Surviving -20c + Winter Storms | City Stealth Camping | Exploring Alberta Oil Town
Переглядів 69414 днів тому
Everyday life and perceived responsibilities can get anyone down, especially around the holidays. Family challenges, confusion and self-doubt around how best to support my elderly parents without overwhelming them and losing myself has given me brain-freeze! What better solution for it than to head down a forlorn and frozen road in my tiny rolling home to think it all out. #vanlife #solofemalev...
Full Time Minivan Living in Freezing Canadian Winter-LOVING IT | Jasper | Columbia Icefield Parkway
Переглядів 31828 днів тому
Come with me on a blissful solitary hike above the severely burnt areas around Jasper NP to the gobsmackingly gorgeous Maligne Lake. I also visit a real local gem that I spotted on my last video van life adventure. Once I fulfil my wilderness ice-skating fantasy, I grab some perogies and head down the colossal Columbia Icefield Parkway towards Banff. #jasper#vanlife#solofemalevanlife If you enj...
Living in my Minivan in the Canadian Winter | Visiting Jasper N. Park for a Gorgeous Snowy Hike
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#jasper#vanlife#solofemalevanlife#minivancamper Join me as I make the most of the plucky foothills town of Hinton while I wait out DAYS of polar weather in my tiny minivan home. Once the snow abates, I finally make my way into the National Park, welcomed by herds of Big Horn Sheep, squabbling Elk, Bald Eagles and a sweet little Bambi. After a sad but hopeful tour of the severely wildfire-damage...
Real-life testing of my diesel heater | Dreamy hike Switzer Provincial Park | Wild camping on cliff
Переглядів 256Місяць тому
Join me in Episode 3 as I journey towards the Canadian Rockies with winter about to bite HARD. I'm searching for some quasi-wilderness rambles as BIG SNOW and FRIGID temperatures are about to hit a vast region. Great test for all of my life support systems, and for my will to get active and adventurous in the freezing Canadian outback. Thank you for helping me grow my channel at: ko-fi.com/fros...
Winter Van life in Ukrainian Alberta - Vegreville, Mundare and Andrew | In search of Big Stuff!
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Join me as I start documenting my full-time van life in the extreme climes of Alberta, Canada! I'm in search of quirky, fun diversions in a part of Alberta that outsiders rarely visit - in this episode, Vegreville, Mundare and Andrew exquisitely fulfil the requirements! What keeps these simple little communities going? Thank you for helping me grow my channel at: ko-fi.com/frostymcfrostface You...
After 30 years in the UK/EU, almost ready for full-time -40c Van Life Canada-style!
Переглядів 2382 місяці тому
Come have a tour of the first iteration of my no-build Dodge Grand Caravan dwelling! Follow me as I live my daily van life and find adventure in the extreme climate of the Canadian Prairies and beyond. #minivancamper #van life#bluetti #BougeRV #ukvanlife Thank you for helping me grow my channel at: ko-fi.com/frostymcfrostface Or become a patron here: patreon.com/FrostyMcFrostfaceMinivanLife?Lin...
I remember trying this or something similar in Austria when I was young, good fun once you get the hang of it , I think they called it langlaufen or something. Stay safe x
I guessed snowshoes! 😅 I was *almost* right. They look like great fun. Another lovely vid, J! ❤❤❤
Hope you all had a FAB holiday season!! Now to face gloomy January with a bit of creative positivity... Thank you for joining me. What is YOUR strategy for making the most out of this traditionally low-energy month? Any ideas and inspiration to share with me?
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Nice video! Enjoyed, the 60’s jazz was a special treat! I subscribed.
Multiple thank-yous! Love me some olde worlde Jazz - and it's a classy ironic contrast to the living in a car thing😆! Thanks for subbing - see you soon!!
My niece lives in Hinton. This is my first time visiting your UA-cam
I met nothing but great folks in Hinton! A very hardy and helpful bunch. Thanks for watching Carole - take care!
It's nice to see people keeping it simple...doesn't need to be fancy to get started. Safe is good though.
Hi Lori! Thanks for watching. Well, fancy it sure AIN'T, but it does the job for now. It desperately needs to be streamlined though - can't do that without taking out my hammer and saw!
Come west.... A good comforter, and you will not need to run your heater at night! Use the Fraser Canyon route
I'm here to help elderly parents when needed, so can't stray too far for too long, especially in the winter. I'll probably hit BC in the Spring though for a good sniff. Spent my late teens and twenties in Vancouver. Thanks for all of your messages - sounds a good life you've made for yourself!!
@FrostyMcFrostface sent you an email, with the link, for the tire chains that I purchased 👍
@@grandcaravanlife Got it - thanks very much - will check them out - want two sets so I can get up and down some forestry roads 😬.
-25c Enjoy!
9:38 she who dares gets the view! ❤️❤️❤️
Lovely Tarragona!! Get in!!!
J! How did I miss this one?! Sorry I'm late. Glad your dad was okay. Hard being somewhere that isn't "home" isn't it? I know exactly what you mean about wanting to be in your own space, on the road. Or on the canal! I didn't know you had a narrowboat! You must tell us more about that. :) Love from our gang, currently in the beautiful Tarragona region. Xx
Haha! Thanks Vicky!! Yes, shouldn't really whine about the Alberta prairies - it's a good place for more 'conventional' folks. Lots of good hard-working family people here. That said, give me a pied-a-terre in Sicily and another small campervan for the rest of the time, and for me...that is HOME! Will do a narrowboat vid in the future for sure - I miss it, but it was definitely SLOW-living😆. Good during Covid when I needed a refuge for old Murph and me...XX
@FrostyMcFrostface Sicily... You need to tell us about that sometime, too! Xx
@@vickyg231 don't know if you've seen this already (I think you must've), but if not, and you have more time to waste on my peripatetic meanderings...Nordkapp Norway to Sicily by bike with Murph... dogandsnailbiketravels.com/
@@FrostyMcFrostface I hadn't seen that! Wow 😍
You have a very creative practical setup. I’m happy to have run across your channel and look forward to following along. Vanlife fascinates me, but I’ve yet to try it. Perhaps I’ll try some roadtrip car camping in my little Subaru Crosstrek soon. All the best to you! -Jim in Atlanta
I used to do long distance car camping in my Rav4. Go for it!! Loved having the clearance and stealth! I'm considering an SUV in the future, but it's a tough decision. Minivan is small enough for full-time living.
Good morning from Kentucky, USA! I visited that area many years ago and even during “tourist season” it was beautiful and thoroughly enjoyable! Enjoying your channel; just subscribed.😊
Love Kentucky!! Travelled through a few times when I was working on the east coast as a youngster. Thank you for your sub - I hope I'll be worthy of it😆!
Love how you power your bluetti, I have a split charger for my leisure battery and have to charge the bluetti from the cigarette port so sadly I struggle after a few days as I don’t have solar either. Something for me to look into more… thanks for sharing 😊
Hi Maggie! The Bluetti Charger One is a great choice as it'll charge pretty much any brand of power station. You never know when you may swap for say, an Ecofow or Oupes. Ecoflow also has a DC-DC charger, but it only works with that brand. I also looked at the Pecron 500w car charger, (a more budget option) but they were out of stock for ages!
@ thank you for the advice and taking time to reply ❤️
Hello, for longer term, best practice with the fuel tank inside your living space would be to draw off the top with a stand pipe. That way the fitting can't vibrate loose and eventually leak (potentially). Stand pipes are on amazon for cheap, the last one I ordered is currently delayed but on the way (Canada Post maybe?). I think I have three of those tanks just sitting around, if you'd like one for a second build. I'm in Ardrossan but work south east and head to the west end a few times a month. Which DC-DC charger did you go with?
Absolutely spot-on, and thanks for your comment!! I've been looking into a standpipe. I think I'll add one to a 20l marine tank when I upgrade my entire set-up. If you're from Ardrossan, you know how bloody cold it gets here - more capacity is better! You are SO kind to offer a tank! I think I'm OK for now. I went with the Bluetti Charger1 after cancelling my Pecron 500W order (waited forever with no updates on stock). It was a bit pricey, but I got a member's discount + handy cabling. Very pleased!!
Fire away with your questions/comments! It's a relatively temporary set-up; MUCH better to live in it for a while in order to determine what is important and what is not BEFORE investing in the future build.
Glad your dad was ok, family commitments always come first. I have an inner nomad that I’ve tried to contain for most of my life (she’s escaped a couple of times 😂) but I’m 50 next year and I think it’s about time I let her run free and take me with her 😊 sadly age has brought anxiety so have to battle past that as well but watching people like you being brave and getting out there has helped enormously so thank you for sharing 👍🏻
Thank you so much @Maggiethe caddy1. Yes, the key principal with minivan life in Canada is to stay adventurous and enjoy life, but have the flexibility to be close to hand when needed. I felt too far away when I was living in the UK. For certain, anxiety can be crippling - well-done for being so brave and building out that extraordinary little van!!! I used to belong to the Small Motorhome Forum (any small camping vehicle welcome) in the UK. Kind and varied bunch - used to have regular meet-ups at Camping and Caravan Club Sites and the like. You may want to check them out!! All the best to you - soldier on!!
Do you have dc to dc charging for your deisel heater battery. Or how do you charge your house battery? Really enjoyed your videos! Thank you Look forward for your next.
Hi there - thank you very much!! Yes, I have a pretty adequate set-up. I started with a Bluetti AC70 power station, added a Bluetti Charger 1 DC-DC (will work with pretty much ANY brand of power station), then found a lightly used 100ah LifePo4 which is dedicated to the diesel heater and a few LEDs. The DC-DC charges the power station, the power station charges the LifePo4. I love that it's all easily removable and useable in other applications!
New subscriber enjoying your videos! I'm about 4 hours east and a bit south of Edmonton if you're ever headed this way. I, too, have a van and a dog and a love for the outdoors. I also have independent, ageing parents haha. Look forward to the next video.
Nice to meet you Lori! I have a feeling there's millions like us out there😆. Balancing modern lives with old-fashioned values! I'll definitely see if you're around if I come down that way. And thank you very much for subbing - I'll try to be worthy!
Just found your channel today. Keep it up. Be safe and have fun. Make sure to have fun in your life
Thank you!! Fun and challenge = 'Van life' for me. It keeps the wheels on the bus of life!! Take care.
@@FrostyMcFrostface that’s for sure!
Thank you for joining in on another FROSTY episode! In this one, I'm struggling with my role as the eldest, newly returned-to-the-fold BLACK SHEEP child of elderly parents; what is my job? How can I help them without taking over? Are you supporting elderly family members? What's your advice for me?? You can cheer me up by liking, and subscribing to my channel - it's the only way to get offered the BIG UA-cam pants and make more videos!
i love Jasper so much
Yes - still a special place!
You have a gift for helping us all see the extraordinary in the ordinary. And another groovy soundtrack to go along. Safe travels FM
Thanks Sherri - very kind of you!
Inspiring stuff! Looking forward to more!
Thank you Peter!
Jacquie's back! Ha at 4:10 and "Oh bollocks!" 🤭 ❤ Love the idea of night hikes. I used to do these with my late dad. What great times you must have had with little Murph. I hope many more people find your channel 😍 I got chills watching 17:15 !
Thanks Vicky - I hope I can earn more viewers! Gosh - your Dad must've been such a special person. I'll be thinking of you both when I do my first night hike!
Good day to you van life-curious bunch! Thanks for coming with me on another adventure as I make the most out of living, travelling and working out of my minivan in the Canadian winter. I'm loving my new UA-cam challenge and would sure like to grow my channel. If you enjoyed the vid, you can help me BIGLY(😆) by LIKING, SUBSCRIBING and HITTING the notification bell for future vids. I'd really LOVE to hear from you in the comments section - constructive criticism, ideas for adventures, equipment tips...GO OR IT!
Inspiring stuff! Looking forward to more!
Amazing vistas on your walk, rather sad to see the remains/results of the fire. You seem so cheerful and bright, going with the flow (or is it going with the snow for us Canucks in winter)... well done you! 🤗🤗Stay safe!
Thank you! Lol - going with the snow! Exactly. Life mustn't stop when the snow comes - it just takes a wee bit more effort to get out there, especially as one ages. We're a tough ole bunch, eh?
@@FrostyMcFrostface I'm rather afraid of the snow, having been brought up in Southern BC where it seldom visits. But maybe it's time to learn to deal with it! Or I'm limiting myself, and that would never do. Grins 🤗🤗
great content, looking forward to more videos
Good to see how you’re showcasing the beauty of Jasper, not just the devastation.
Definitely my goal!
Inspiring ! I’d love to be so brave. I look forward to watching your adventures 😊
@@Maggiethecaddy1 thank you ! Had a look at your channel too. The Caddy Maxi is on my list for when I eventually go back to the UK. Looking forward to getting some conversion tips from your vids. Take care! 🙏
@ aww thank you, I’m working myself up to get on camera so not much content yet 🤣 but watching inspiring people like you is helping. It’s very rainy here in the uk ☺️
You are quite the videographer! And another fantastic soundtrack
Thank you very much!
These videos are the best! Love the editing style, the soundtracks with moments of silence to appreciate a beautiful view. And that yummy Sikh snack! Your commentary is so interesting and funny! You are a gem, Jacquie! Looking forward to the next one 🤩
Thank you - I'm just learning, but I love it 🙏🙏🙏. Gorgeous geological subject matter doesn't hurt either😆.
Thank you for clicking on my newly-born minivan-dwelling content. If you enjoy and want to support my channel, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE. Make sure to HIT the BELL for notifications of future videos. I'd sure be obliged to you!! I'd LOVE to hear from you in the comments section - go for it! 🙏
Did you find any snow chains yet?
@@sherristetten703 NOPE. Surprisingly faffy to find in Canuckland. My winter tires are doing well though.
Wow Jacquie!
"You never regret it when you go out." So true! ❄️🤩
Yay! Just love your vlogs J! ❤
Your video skills are fabulous. Content interesting. Take care, stay warm. xo
Wonderful to share your adventures in Canada, Jacquie!
Baba's cafe! So stinking cute!
love your vlog!!!
Hello from Edmonton!
@@nitakuma hello 👋! Thanks for watching and subscribing!!! Another one coming up tomorrow.
Curious on your thoughts about nuclear energy
So complex an issue. As an average progressive person, all I know is that sustainable, renewable energy is the only thing that will save us. We don't talk much about nuclear waste anymore - our collective heads are firmly in the sand! God forbid we see increased acts of terrorism against nuclear installations, and let's not forget accidents and meltdowns due to increasingly violent weather. We humans are such greedy, insatiable creatures.
Randomly found and thanks a bunch
I am not american but the news has hit us hard as well(germany) I am sure we can pull through this. Stay positive and grant people a smile. A nice gesture can lift so many peoples spirits and prevent unnessasary agression:) I wish you a nice couple of days yeah. Stay positive❤
Even my friends in Germany are worried about me and thats just crazy.
Love watching you Jacquie!
Good to see you are still exploring life's ups and downs to the full ........looking forward to living them vicariously with you xxxx
Thanks Mary - yes, there certainly seems to be a theme in my life eh? Perpetual motion, for better or worse. Lots of love to you and John, and your wonderful Carooka crew!!!