IS VAN LIFE ILLEGAL? How to Find Places to Park Overnight & Stealth Camping Tips
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- How to Find Places to Park Overnight while Living in a Van (Overnight Parking) It takes some time to get used to sleeping in a vehicle. There are a lot of things to pay attention to in order to stay safe while sleeping in your vehicle. It's important to have in mind some rules to avoid calling attention and going unnoticed while stealth camping. There are many different places where you can camp for free, and also several options that include paid campgrounds. What do you think, did I miss anything in this video? HUGE THANKS TO 🚌 www.california...
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Like you can see living in a vehicle is not all sunshine and rainbows. There are many rules, regulations and you will have to get creative. I know that some folks won’t agree with me and will tell me to park in places that are legal but the truth is that in many counties and towns living in a vehicle is illegal so, no, I will not comply. Because of this reason I do get tickets sometimes and I thought that it was a good idea to share my experience to hopefully help others to navigate this broken system. Leave a comment sharing your opinion!
Reserch the SCOTUS ruling its huge and has major inications for corrupt and frauduldng agencies such as IRS , CIA, FDA, FBI, DMV... and so on it just unravelled these agencies authority they havd none.
pero si vives en USA porque quieres, quieres solo hacer youtube, tienes una familia en espana, poque vas a ser indigente? las normas son para todos.
Hi Lidia 👋 I was born and raise in California, but I just had it. I still love California but the laws and regulations killed me, I moved out to Georgia and love it. I only pay for my vehicle registration yearly on $20 dollars. 1 acre of land and 5 bedroom and 3 restroom. And have animals and fruit trees, I love the change. Bought my house $340,000. I suggest move out of that crazy state things are getting worse for the people out there. We'll. GOD bless you always in everything u do out there.
Lidia UK I love watching ur videos n ur posts too... . I'm glad ur telling people that sharing ur location is not good, u share that u have real problems like ur van needing to be fixed n all that stuff. I love how u tell us what we need to know bout vanlife or camping full-time...... God bless
I love east county, I live in lakeside right next door to El cajon
100% agree. People should be free to sleep in a vehicle if want or need too. As long as they respect their surroundings. You should NOT be penalized for existing free.
@moonmilkman5157, true u should feel free sleeping were u want to sleep but the problem i have living in a Van or Car is that what if the Vehicles breaks down depending on what the issue is do u have enough money to pay for it plus as you get older your body will age and cannot put an orthopedic bed in your Van or Car; another thing is people u have no idea who is nice or who is bad. u may run across a career criminal who may be nice but is Wolf in disguise and dealing with extreme heat or if your in the North extreme cold. this is where a house has the advantages. you have to go to some public place to wash your body.
@@Tater-Skinz , what about my other questions can u answer them
@@Tater-Skinz , what about when your body ages and it cannot deal with cramp spaces anymore what u going to do or dealing with people whom u dont have the protection at night when a criminal tries to rob u
@@Tater-Skinz , i would not do Van nomad permanently. i would have a base home and travel as a NOMAD just on a couple of weeks cause i don't trust Vehicles even if its new it can breakdown and u might be in the middle of nowhere
@@Tater-Skinz , well good for them but i have watched a lot of these Van nomad people and the majority of them are lonely they say it right in the camera phone so if they makes u happy then continue but for me i would do it periodically cause one day u might have health issues that u may not detect and u could be in the middle of nowhere these things i would worry about; also criminals are smart even if u have alarm detectors they will still try to force there way into your Van cause u may be somewhere the police cannot come quickly to help you
What makes me upset is that nothing is being done about the cost of living skyrocketing while the wages stay the same. Yet it's a "problem" when people choose to live in a vehicle because they can't afford $2000 rent. Or because they don't want to be a slave to their rent or their debt! You can't do nothing about the cost of living and then also make it illegal to be homeless. On a more positive but trivial note, that butterfly bikini is so pretty and unique lol. I love it
Thank you for sharing your opinion! It matters that we voice our point of view! And thank you 🦋 ❤
@@LivingVanCaryslyclearly a lot of things need to change
@@LidiaRico You might head north to Oregon and Washington, not as nice weather as Cali but may be more welcoming than Cali for overnight.
Not to mention all the rental properties Air BNB buy up. They have contributed a lot to the homeless issue.
When I read the comments from the USA, then I'm glad to live in Europe, ok I live in Germany, where the weather annoys me and in winter, but luckily I can go where the sun shines in winter. We are caught up in the social network here. I'm glad we have that here. Of course there are still people who suffer from poverty or are homeless because they have alcohol or drug problems or can't cope with the obligations of life or simply don't want to leave Berlin, for example, but can no longer afford an apartment there. Of course, I also think that some social benefits are misused, such as the high child benefit would be better invested in better free education with modern, future-oriented schools. I know that Americans don't want that, they are brought up very differently from an early age than Europeans.Germany offers a comprehensive social benefits system designed to support individuals in various life situations:
Health Insurance: Mandatory for all residents, covering medical expenses including doctor visits, hospital stays, and medications.
Unemployment Benefits: Provides financial support based on previous income for those who lose their jobs. Long-term unemployed individuals can receive Bürgergeld (formerly known as Hartz IV).
Child Benefits: Monthly payments to families for each child to help with the costs of raising children.
Parental Allowance: Financial support for parents who stay home to care for a newborn, compensating for lost income.
Housing Allowance: Assistance for low-income individuals to help cover rental costs.
Social Assistance: Support for those unable to support themselves, including elderly and disabled individuals.
Long-term Care Insurance: Provides support for individuals who need long-term care due to age or illness.
Pensions: Workers contribute to a pension system and receive monthly payments upon retirement.
I only did it for a year and a half, but used to sleep at the chain mechanic shops a lot. I'd get free WiFi, and if anyone ever questioned it, which they didn't, I'd say I was traveling and having car issues, waiting for them to open up. The cops can't do anything when you're on private property unless the business calls. Make sure they don't have anything posted, though.
Twice, I had people try to enter my vehicle after I fell asleep with the doors unlocked. That was scary af. 10 years is a long time to be in that cycle, Lidia. It's only get harder, too, especially when you're in an obvious camper van. Hit up the Long Beach boat auction. You get a liveaboard sailboat for as low as $400 and just rent a slip. That way, you have an address and you're secure.
Good advice for a lot of people
Lidia. now that you have broken that 100k subscriber barrier I can honestly say that you have a lot of people pulling for you and wishing you the best. Please, at some point, tell us how we can actually help you. Speaking for the group, we just want to see you continue to be happy. healthy, and mentally well. As always, BIG HUGS from Tennessee! ❤
Thank you so much Bob! You guys can help me by always liking & commenting on my videos, joining to my Patreon, donating or simply just being kind! ❤❤❤
That is so sweet of you Bob ! 🙏
You're helping plenty by being a fathful simp; clicking, liking and sunscribing. 190k views, she's doing ok. Expect more bikini shots
You are the first van lifer that talks about this and I am in shock... I thought that van life vas legal! It's crazy how they treat people just for living on the street in a vehicle! Thank you for bringing awareness to this subject. You are helping people LIDIA
yea its kind of crazy because many RV parks wont allow a rig more than 10 years old. So where do you park when they refuse your rig? on the street, or in a parking lot just to get a ticket and tow bill. There are places they tolerate it but you need to find them and many of them are full of neighbors (other tweaker rigs) you dont want to park next to.
Thank you for reflecting on the fact that other van lifer keep this quiet while they are milking the views and the lifestyle for money. It’s my duty to shine the light on this issue! Glad you are informed now
@@Mikefngarageyeah this is also crazy
No she isn't. Van City van life has done this multiple times
@@ac1dburn698 well that dude copied my 4x4 van back in the day and now he has a big shop and continues to do van life. He knows who I am I am sure about that. I am sure he said something similar but I never heard him talk about the 5 ticket rule, all the homeless problem, what’s is like to get towed and etc etc…
One big reason why the mechanics go the extra mile for you, you’re freakin’ adorable!
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I’ve visited that same spot in California! I am also going through trauma too and have been very depressed since I lost my mom in 2023. I also lost my job after a car accident and it’s very difficult to get un-stuck. I’m happy to have found you. ❤ from Boston.
Sorry for for your loss. Keep moving forward and you'll make it.
#1 rules to van life, / try and pull in after 9pm and be gone at 6am,do your cooking before u get to your spot, and use the restroom, do not litter,put up your window covers always be quiet, no loud tv or music, use a headset ,i know real vanlifers already know this,its for the rookies just starting out,follow most of these rules and you'll be ok😅😅😅😅
Van dwellers need to stay out of residential neighborhoods. I've been full time for the last 3 yrs, again stay out of residential neighborhoods!
That's obviously true to us,I forgot to let the rookies know ,the white picket fence neighborhood will call on you immediately ,I always try to stay in commercial areas after they close
@@richardstromboli8485 you do you and let others do what’s best for them
@@davewelch5686 it’s not all black or white. Some areas are good and others are not as good
I mean if you watch my video I say all of this and more
I have recently moved into my car part time and the struggle is real. I’m ready for a van. I just need to find the perfect home.
Good luck to you sweetheart
Crack windows at night so to not to let them get foggy
Also I was able to save $14,000 doing this. I was able to eat whatever restaurant I wanted to and buy the freshest clothes. I had a 24 hr gym membership to shower and I really had a great experience in doing this. I did have some issues to deal with regarding my immediate family so that was a bit of challenge to deal with while staying in a car. Everything turned out alright in the end
It really is a shame that cops crack down on van-lifers rather than doing their proper job, which is protecting the public from dangerous people. I've never lived in a van, but always liked the idea. Good for you've persisted for so long. Enjoying your content. 🙂
I wanna live in a van down by the river.
Sweetheart you are 100% right . The thing is government doesn’t want people to be debt free . It’s as simple as that .
Bingo
What’s pathetic is they targeting the van lifers but not the endless tents and tarps all over the cities ugh!
I mean what’s pathetic is that they don’t help people period! They can care less if they die tomorrow and it’s inhumane! We deserve better! We need to do better. We need to demand that people living in this country gets the help they need to have a better life!
@@LidiaRico That is capitalism baby! These police have targets to meet and they are beneficieries of the little people misery and suffering. They dont want people to be free because they want Taxes. Please stay safe, you are very pretty so be careful.
@@GTAWildestPolicechases
Capitalism? So what system do you think would NOT hassle people living in vehicles? Communist? Socialist? Nazi? Some kind of imperial or dictatorial regime.. Really...what system would you suggest that would be an IMPROVEMENT over capitalism?... There is no government style that wouldn't have cops enforcing the rules.
Your assertion about capitalism is absurd.
@@outerbanks854capitalism isn't a "government style"
@@outerbanks854 You can have a society without greed, greed is being enforced here. Your saying that we need capitalism (greed) for laws to work? you've been brainwashed i hope you dont get a terminal illness you cant afford treatment for because i will ask you if you like capitalism.
I love the way you help people with good information from your experiences . You are so lucky to have good mechanics that you can trust good guys . I have a friend in France she does van life 2 years now . And she says they are putting height restrictions up at a lot of stops ❤ good luck 😊
I agree with you 100%. It’s
Better to live in your vehicle than a tent in the middle of the side walk.
We live in a crazy world…
Hi, I'm from Germany. My GF and I, we are also living part time van life. But in Germany it's tough to find a place (a nice one) where you can stay for the night. If it was easier to find good places, we would also sell our appartment an live completely in our Van.
Talk about hypocrisy when residents complain about the homeless living on a street, yet also take issue when they’re in an enclosed vehicle that they own. I agree, if someone is not littering or loitering they shouldn’t be harassed. People need to quit being so selfish and have empathy for others who may be struggling. We own our private properties but city roads should belong to everyone. As long as the vanner isn’t causing any trouble, leave them alone. Having their vehicle towed only causes a greater issue for all. I live across the street from a city park and have seen many vanners park there for a night. I always bring them food or offer items I no longer need. If only more people would step up and do the same.
I don't think it hypocrisy, residents don't like either one, meaning they don't like people living on their streets or in a van in their neighborhood. We homeowners get penalized by homeless because our home values decline and we can't sell our homes when a would be buyer can see there are homeless everywhere around the home you worked hard for and there are crappy looking vehicles with people living in them or just people living on the streets. Also, people living in a vehicle or on the streets need to poop and pee, and that stuff ends up around our homes. Then their trash ends up around the neighborhood. Noise also starts up, and I can go on and on. Today's generation is about no job and living off of everyone else dime and then they complain when they are being held accountable. Get a job, work hard, save up and get an apartment or live with roommates to get by. Is it tough, maybe. But that's the whole point about working hard to get your own condo or home some day, it doesn't happen overnight so don't expect it to happen over night, put some effort into it. A person used to be able to go down to a beach in California and it was clean and there were very few homeless that nastyied up the place. A family could feel safe and get a sense of how amazing and clean the country was. Everyone was respectful of the laws and each other. Not any more, it's full of filth and it's disgusting with trash, people and their crap strewn out all over, stink and nasty. This all stems from the attitude, "why can't I just live here in the streets or in a park or on a street." Stop fighting everyone because you want to live on the their street where they pay a huge amount of taxes and home fees and they work their ass off while you sit around in your bus all day! This isn't really meant for you Therealbe, I'm just replying since you mentioned hypocrisy with people that own homes. Sorry I don't mean to offend you at all.
You are an example of what a good person looks like! THANK YOU FOR YOU AMAZING TAKE ON LIKE AND THIS COMMENT!
@@LidiaRico Thank you Lidia. Your compliment means a lot. I wish you nothing but good health, healing, success, and happiness. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us and please stay safe out there 🤍🙏
@@onthethrottle7104
To secure the basic need for a roof over their head, a modern slave sells 20-40 years of their life, but a house does not take 20-40 years to build. A family of several people can build a house in 6-12 months. The remaining 19-39 years are the profit of the slave owners.
I allowed people to park on my 5 acres in Colorado, and neighbors complained. I provided water and electricity, never had a problem. I think it's a shame that I can't allow a safe place for people like you.
I love that you have found such awesome mechanics. Having an older vehicle that someone specializes in is truly such an incredible feeling. Makes me so happy you found such great prople!
Couldn't agree more! It hard to find good mechanic!
2 very smart ladies,,,,,,find a trusting mechanic, i preached to kids, what the ? jiffy lube!? Instead of the great reset I went to save their car across the state.
Yes should be able ti live the vehicle,,,but,,,too many will take advantage of that that dont need to. RICH ARE VERY GREEDY. The young with huge inheritance quick learn to live free of work. ALL stems from the UNFAIR TAX SYSTEM toss in hyper inflation....u have THE SAME as Holocaust.
Some major things changed things...wheel...car.....money...But man Ego Money always ends up in war.
Wow the internet was great, now it is brain=drain=washing. Power ful as the wheel should of been. Tech is deflationary,,,so,,there is somethin going on, EVIL.
I dream about the Venus Project, HUGE change so prob take a nuc-ww? Then don't know,,,I call it age of Nothingness,,,,,as in Troy, the Achilles took him out...Humanity has to discover what we are to be(lovers of creators creations maybe?)...all else is a circle, u know what. Humanity is graced with that power but we are going futher and futher from even consideration what should be.....we each have only so long,,,so,,,I believe 1sr step is drop buying into 0to 60 and 24/7...ie: vote with bucks but many are all sheep at the brainwash tap(mmm should have bought that bar)
Some lucky guy will be yours someday.....but easy on the carbs,,,,maybe some sliders. Dont kill a good thing!
My day just got a whole lot better now I've watched the beautiful Lidia 😍
Yayy 😂🎉
I work next to a huge empty parking lot full of homeless people in their vehicles. Everyone loves to hassle them when they aren't bothering anyone. I run a ministry where I feed the homeless. I just started this job and decided im gonna grill and cook for them there. Its the perfect spot to reach out. Im so glad I ran into your videos. This encourages me to help those next to my work. Keep up the good work. 🙏🔥
I'm working on something similar with the AC plugs...in the old Vanagon. I think the CA Westy guys appreciate your fun attitude. Good work / ideas!
I love them all and I know they also love me too ❤
@@LidiaRico Cheers!
I love your style. I I am glad you came back to social media. I know it's life, and life is hard sometimes. You are building back from great loss, and that shows strength of character. Keep living every day and make more good days than bad. You will be alright. God bless
You’re looking happier and healthier. Thanks for discussing this subject and sharing your experience.
As someone that lived in cars, vans, and RVs for over 40 years in the San Diego to LA area, your information is right on. I long for the 80s when everything even the beaches was okay to park overnight. I finally left California a couple years ago because of all the restrictions. When I first moved to San Diego in the 80s you could camp overnight on Fiesta island and along the beaches and no one bothered you. The last few years I had to work a graveyard shift and try to sleep in the daytime to survive. I hear now they are clearing out the homeless from everywhere so stay safe out there. I imagine things are going to get harder to live like you do again.
That's what happens when Democrats take over your City/State. California was a red state in the 80s.
Good advice. I don’t agree with the law you can’t sleep in your own vehicle! It’s wrong on every level. Hugs my dear Lidia.
Thank you so much! I am happy to see you in the comments every week! You are the best! ❤
The first time I moved to Arizona you could stay overnight at Walmart now they have signs no overnight parking stay safe and well 💕 😊
Thanks! the information about California is very useful. Have a great day Lidia.
Thank you for being so kind and for your donation! This information was about the USA in general. The things I mentioned are happening in the entire country not just California
Maybe the BEST vlog about "common sense" including stealth parking, cleanliness, being considerate, and SO MUCH MORE.
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So refreshing to hear someone tell the truths and facts of this lifestyle. Your common sense and respect is how all of us nomads need to treat others as well as be treated. I live in Colorado as a van city vanlifer. I’m am very fortunate that I am employed by a large company that allows me to park 24/7 if I desire. Thank you Lidia for this incredible vlog, highlighting the hardships and benefits of our lives. Much love from Colorado 🤟❤️
Awesome video as always Lidia Rico. You should definitely be the spokeswoman for van lifers and the spokesmodel for California westes. Keep up the great work Lidia Rico.
I agree w/you Lidia. You are living a nice, clean and quiet life. Your van is spotless, probably cleaner than some houses. What difference does it make if you are parked and sleeping in your van w/the windows covered, or parked and visiting someones apartment, house, or place of business, you're not bothering anyone. You're also nice and brighten up people's day as you travel, you are a ray of sunshine in an often gloomy world, what could be better than that?
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Honestly you are so BEAUTIFUL but you are extremely Informative as well!!! I've been watching you for years now and you have never disappointed me! Thank you!!!
I did a cross country trip from NY to Arizona and back last year! I lived in my van for 5 months! I agree with you 💯. If you're not bothering anyone, making noise or littering, it shouldn't be anyone's damn business what you do in your vehicle! People have to learn to mind their own shyt nowadays!!✌🏼
As a full timer for the last 3 yrs the problem is that there is too many criminals, drugs addicts and people who just don't give a shit / homeless bums living in their rigs. These folks think they are free to do what they want when they want, without any concerns for the regular citizen. U folks are not special, get a clue.
Hey Lydia, I am a 33 yo living in my 22ft Coachmen Catalina Sport (95), and appreciate your vlog. I am based in Coeur d'Alene ID currently and have lots of experience stealth camping. I agree with you on your points, especially giving other stealth car campers (or really for all overnight parking situations) their courtesy space by not parking nearby whenever possible. As for the national forests and public lands, I recommend that people get the federal public lands "Annual Pass", as it enables free parking in all national forests, BLM lands, DNR and more. In WA state, where I have the most experience, there are many state parks that allow 14 day stays; the state parks in WA are nice since you can legally toke up at your campsite (given you are not in sight of minors). Anyways, wishing you all the best 💚
Great comment! Thank you so much for sharing some tips!
Great comment! Thank you so much for sharing some tips!
I have to be honest I’m very torn on this one. Would I want a bunch of people living right outside my house? And on the other hand, people should be allowed to travel freely and pull over in their vehicles to sleep. I think cities should designate parking zones for long-term van dwellers.
A designated place would be nice, but it creates a liability for the state if people get hurt or ra^ed on those premises.
I live near a Walmart that stopped allowing people to park there overnight & that resulted in people who tried to go there but were kicked out parking in my neighborhood instead. It actually worked out great for us, there were no home invasions or break ins or car thefts because there were people out on the street sleeping in vehicles outside our houses… I felt WAY safer with them there. There was an older man who parked on the corner in his van for around 2 years, never moved (aside from when he had to leave to restock), never bothered anyone… he ended up passing away in his van and that obviously got the attention of police as to people parking in my little neighborhood and the cops started coming around kicking them out. I miss them being parked out here.
Obviously if there’s people who are trashing the place, that would be different, but that wasn’t our experience at all. The people who parked here would scold others if they saw someone doing that & they did that because they were thankful to us for not calling the cops on them.
I'm with you on this. Taking up parking space in front of my house. They don't pay property taxes. California is expensive, there's cheaper places to find a house to buy or rent.
@@craigdarby9533 no one should pay the extortion tax on a private primary home ...
AGREED I think they should have area's in every city for overnight parking. Where there are rules. It's not fair that a few bad apples ruin it for Everyone
Some people chose to live the van life full-time and one of the reasons is due to the price of rent and I respect that very much. There’s nothing wrong with it. You don’t have to deal with nosy neighbors like I do.
Omg this girl looks free! I would leave her alone she looks tidy and respectful, where else are people who don't have a high income going to live?
Those who can’t afford rent should be able to shelter in their vehicle. It is better for all concerned than sleeping on the street.
I agree
As long as they take care of their sh*t which is often not the case, even some with nice big RV's
Julio is a bad ass! Glad you found great mechanics willing to help you and allow you to trust them
I agree with you 100%. Many people are going through tough times and instead of offering them support you take their vehicles away? What kind of nonsense is that? One correction though, in Europe maybe you get a knock on the door and they ask you to move or even get a ticket but there is no way they will confiscate your vehicle. I don't get why USA is so strict towards poor or unfortunate people but so welcoming to the rich and famous.
Бедные люди не выгодны для системы. Они не приносят прибыль богатым поэтому отношение к бедным как к биомусору
It's not about poor people going through tough times, it's about people that don't want to work and they want to live off of everyone else's dime. The now generation is about no work, all play and suck off of everyone else and then complain when being held accountable.
@@onthethrottle7104 Ok boomer! Thanks to your generation we live in a corporatistic dystopia, everyone, around the world and now you blame the now generation?
I just stumbled on this. While you can't park overnight, a good thing to do is get a state parking pass when you are in the U.S. You can save a lot of money and have great places to park all along the coast.
I love that you're bringing donuts to your mechanic💝
I like that you said, have some respect, find your own spot.
I've always called it my turf.
I lost 90 percent of my turf by others moving in on them when I wasn't around and they would wear out their welome.
Motorhomes and buses ruined most of them.
Also motorhomes and buses usually have other cars and they overwhelm the neighborhood by taking up the parking spots.
Yeah man you know the deal… I get heated when this happens to me and my spots
WOW! 5 tickets and you’re on the streets?? That is so wicked. They’re literally contributing to homelessness. I’m sickened. I had no idea vanlife is illegal, especially with no one else talking about it in the van life channels. Terrible, I hope this law changes.
Love your commen sense approach.. I wish all van lifers were as respectful as you that would really cut down on the problem
I think a good law would be you cant sleep in your vehicle more than 3 consecutive days at a time in the same place. This would prevent some of the run down homeless tweaker rigs from littering up the streets. Also having designated areas that you can park would be a good idea. Moreno valley has some streets they totally tolerate Rigs and people actually live and work from them. Once the trash starts then the ticket start. As long as your mobile and not in the same place that would make sense. housing is just too expensive and something needs to be done. CA especially is making laws that make building costs go up a lot. Requiring low nox heating systems, Low power use AC and low not water heaters, fire sprinklers, increasing building codes for stuff that makes no sense, all these things make the cost of building a house $100,000 more than other states. Creating more homeless. (legit not drug using heavens) The democratic government might seem like they want to help but all they are interested in is MONEY.....Dont be fooled. They want the ticket revenue and registration cost and property tax......That is the honest truth and that is what they really want. All the other agenda they TALK about is just smoke and mirrors to get your vote.
Yes I agree
@@LidiaRico the churches and closed businesses are great tips.
yep, you nailed it. If Democrats really wanted to help the working people, they would have allowed and enabled more low cost building. Property tax is one of the biggest crimes in history. Taxation should be spread amongst all residents equally and equitably. New young homeowners pay a staggering cost if trying to own the first time apartment or condo.
@@NickC341 building codes are absolutely insane. I put up a 2 car garage has 12 earthquake straps foundation tie ins. completely covered in shear panel. each earthquake strap has a 4x4 post. I mean its a garage for god sakes. I had a singe story house built in the 50s with no earthquake stuff. Single story went through 5 or 6 major earthquakes and never even got more than a crack in the wall. The building codes for single story homes are just completely out of line with what is needed for safety. But if they cost more.....More tax dollars.....anyone ever figure that out?
Thank you for sharing your experiences and advice Lidia! ✨🙏🏼✨ you are a true road warrior and champ for battling all the negative narratives of Van Life! 🤍 stay safe and keep being a beacon of hope for all who strive to live their Van Life Dreams! 🚐🌻✨
The key is blend in don't stand out
They key is to change the law
@@LidiaRicohere's the problem if they change the law everybody will be doing it then it'll be that much harder on us increase more problems later on
Everywhere I go I pick up trash I can't stand litter bugs I have so many videos on UA-cam of me picking up trash it's ridiculous
Find distribution centers that are closed and reopen in the morning that’ll be a good spot for you to sleep or distribution centers that are empty. I sleep there all the time as a truck driver
This is why I try to do my own mechanic work
@@MikefngarageI don’t appreciate this comment. Philip is in the past and I would rather if we keep it this way
@@LidiaRico Don't be so sensitive.
Congrats on 100k!!
😭 THANK YOU 🙏🏽 we made it thanks to you!
@@LidiaRico everything’s going to be okay! And then it will be more amazing than ever! Keep up the work, your paradise is coming
Been doing vanlife in Florida for 5 years. Just found your channel and I really enjoyed how you share your experiences. The guidance you give is spot on.
😊 I love watching your posts...you are so real Lidia...keep your videos coming...❤ luv from Reg in British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦
Thank you so much for watching!
I commented before finishing your entire video I also live in Southern California I’m in the Inland Empire in the city of Colton gosh what can I say my heart goes out to you obviously you can see when people are honest or homeless on drugs you are none of that my best wishes are with you Lidia hoping by you bringing awareness this will probably change you are simply a beautiful young lady blessing to you 🙌🏻❤️
Glad got good mechanic !!!! Very hard find trustworthy ones ! Got do yourself!
You got that right!
It’s far from a glamorous lifestyle. I love watching and admire people on UA-cam that live this lifestyle but I don’t have the disposition to do it myself.
Excellent video. You make a lot of sense and help a lot of people.
Glad it was helpful! This is my mission!
@@LidiaRico U are very honest and helpful. The Very Best to u!
You nailed it...i lived skoolie life for 6 years in the early 2000s...before the instagram version of vanlife. We often took the Cali coast to go north and south every year. Crazy to see how the laws are still so bad and even worse in some cities. One thing is timeless...the knock! LOL.... I remember the Knock all too well. We would just ignore them and feel grateful for our blackout curtains....it helped that I turned my bus into a double decker, they never tried to tow me because I was too big!
Thank you Lidia for sharing ❤
You are so welcome!
MANY YEARS AGO. LIDIA, I PULLED OVER IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA AT THE JERSEY SHORE IN MY NOT-SO-OLD CLEAN VAN. I MADE NO NOISE, JUST WANTED TO SLEEP. COPS WERE TAPPING ON MY WINDOW IN THE MORNING AND ASKED ME TO MOVE...NOT A GOOD FEELING!!! SO I KNOW WHAT YOU ARE SAYING. I CAN SEE BOTH SIDES, I SUPPOSE, BUT AS LONG AS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE MAKE NO NOISE AND ARE CLEAN, RESPECTFUL, ETC., WHAT THE HELL, LEAVE THEM ALONE. PERHAPS IGNORANT VEHICLE OWNERS HAVE RUINED THINGS FOR DECENT FOLKS, WHO KNOWS? ANYWAY, MY BEAUTIFUL DEAR, YOU ARE LOOKING AS AMAZING AS EVER! BE SAFE OUT THERE, PLEASE, AND ENJOY YOUR FREE AND WONDERFUL LIFESTYLE!!!
What does one do about having a mailing address?
I should make a video about it
P.O Box and I believe there are virtual addresses now.
Very good episode Lidia. I especially liked that you respect other van lifer's spaces. Stay true to yourself and keep reminded others that we don't know other people's plight and what they have suffered through.
I think as long you are following the rules and being respectful to people then leave people alone. Especially when youre doing the best you can. I want to experience living in a van or ambulance but i fear the harassments from the police.
Well it’s going to happen sooner than later😂you just have to be ready for it
Homlesness is a very big problem, and it should be fought with common sance. I'm Whatching you with all my heart ❤️ 💙 💜
Thank you ❤
That’s bs with prices of renting
Yeah I agree
We called ourselves "Rubber Tramps" back in the day. I lived on a motorcycle for a year -all over the West. California was easier 25 years ago -it encouraged us freedom spirits. Its no wonder that everyone is leaving.
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She makes a lot of sense. When you're in your vehicle, you should have the right to live in it. As long as you're not trespassing. Oh, wait. It's illegal to park overnight just about everywhere now. It seems like the laws are making the homeless problem even worse.
She said it right. It's time for a change. So we have to vote for people who have a better understanding of what is happening in our cities and towns.
God bless this young women.
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Another one! ☝🏽
On the west coast they are more strict than on the east coast . Here in Alabama we have truck stops and campgrounds and they both have showers . Some have water and electricity where you park . Also restaurants and stores are within 20 minutes drive . Some campgrounds here let you pay monthly to live there . If you get tired of all the restrictions come to the southern states and enjoy the good food and hospitality of southern folk :)))❣🌹🌹🌹
I actually lived in the east coast and it’s not very van life friendly, also the weather is not as nice as California 😅
Wow, what an incredible video! The content was interesting, well-produced, and truly captivating from start to finish.
I'm eagerly looking forward to more interesting and exciting content in the upcoming days. Keep up the fantastic work! Your passion and creativity are truly inspiring. Much love and support to you and the team behind this amazing channel! 💜
I’m grateful for people like you here I the comments! ❤
This was a great video! Very informative. When I first moved into my van it was to travel and explore but now rent prices have gone up so much I have no other option. My friends are paying $2100 for a 1 bedroom and $3500 for a 2 bedroom apartment!?!?! With groceries and gas being so expensive they are barely surviving. Now they want to live in their vehicles but it’s illegal. They now have to work 2-3 jobs just to pay rent 😢
I Do Van Life… I go to an area, I get a membership at a ( 24hr ) gym for workouts and showers. I get a job locally. I end up staying overnight at the gym parking lot. Never had a problem.
thank you for that!!! good to point out that "unspoken rules" speaking for real people who actually enjoying some van-life!
You’re very polite to the people. And I agree with your views. And you look beautiful 😊 enough for today. First time seeing your platform. I’ll be back :)
Thank you for leaving a comment! I hope that you subscribe! ❤
things will change the universe will embrace, by the way your voice and company is soothing
I know it's not available for everyone in their particular areas, but should be for most ... I have a membership for KOA (Kampgrounds of America), and I swap back and forth between rest areas and those primarily, along with free national forest parks and such. There are a LOT in most states. You will spend a tad more on gas since you will move around a little avery few days so people don't get pissy with you... but I have found that works really well. I usually spend no more than 2 days in a row at the public rest stops, whatever I feel like I can afford that month at a KoA for a day or two at a time (they vary wildly across the US, but are pretty cheap throughout the Midwest especially) and national parks. Both (or at least the KoA) are nice because you will get power hookup, bathrooms and showers. If you are truly just living Van life wherever - it's pretty easy to find these things within a radius that lets you go "to town" spending less than a buck or two in gas when you want to go stock up or just have a coffee. Probably more if you're driving a gas guzzler, but regular vans just a few bucks for the 10 or 20 miles it might be.
One of my favorite spots has a KoA within the west side of city limits. A rest stop about 8 miles outside the other side of city limits, and a full service national park about 4 miles south. The park is free through the winter, and $6 a night through the spring and summer. Time limit of 10 days concurrent, but you can literally just move spots if available lol. Just some ideas to save people ticket prices. I used to be upset about the whole 'passive resistance' thing, but it's a helluva lot cheaper to just avoid the fines and not give the jerks my money! Use the parks as much as possible to get my money's worth for at least a small portion of my taxes. Some of them a super nice. Great video!
I work in Orange County and when there are clapped out RVs or SUVs with a trailer that have a lot of trash around them that park near our business, it is ugly. Clean van life is nice though.
Props to el mecanico, Don Julio.
Viva don Julio hehe
Very good story and glad you picked up your life after all the terrible things that happened. Happy to donate. Of course you are always welcome to park your camper here for free. Also much closer to your family and sport clubs are much cheaper.
Thank you so much!
Hi Lidia, thank you for the tips, I’m a truck driver from SC. I basically live in my truck even though I have a home, but I’m never there. Anyway, I agree with you about not sleeping in truck stops, I rather stay at rest areas, but prefer exit ramps.
I totally agree with you. A person should be able to live how they are comfortable living
Exactly! We deserve a place to live even if it is a car!
I like that you pick up other slackers trash. We need to keep our world clean. You brought up important issues. Thank you
Rest areas on the interstate are good places to stay. You will find them about every 90 miles. Also Walmart parking lots are save areas
Hey Lidia
Thank you for this video. I can’t agree more. You and all van lifers deserve respect and privacy. Thank you for telling the world to respect and protect our parking by making the site better than when you arrived. 🤩
If you ever are in Minnesota. My buddy Tristan is an awesome VW mechanic. He owns Further Performance. Specializing in VWs. These guy seem great in California
You can always find a truckstop. Any size vehicle is cool. Plus you can get a hot shower.
A friend of mine had his vehicle towed. He was living in it. Now, he has a bike and lives in a tent, barely. We live in Waikiki.
Hi Lidia. Love your story. Great content. Beautiful soul. Thank you.
Thank you for watching!!! People like you makes a difference on my Chanel!
Agree with you, so hypocritical of cities and states to ticket people living in vehicles but not folk living on the street, especially on the West Coast. Stay encouraged and strong, thank you for sharing. 🙏🏻💪🏻
I love that your bringing more awareness about homelessness 🙌
Som zo Slovenska.(Slovakia)Sme mali stát 5 000 000 ludi,mame veľa hôr,lesov,jazier a mizme zit v aute kde chceme.Všade.Som za to vďačný ❤️🙏
I'm in NYS and always appreciated independent living (why should the landlord get all your money???!") Keep it up gallyy. You're many peoples' heroine.. did I spell that right??! Subscribed!
I agree 100% People should be free to live in their vehicles. It makes no sense that they ticket us and force us to move from a parking spot.
No one should be homeless. It is 2024 ffs. Mankind is the only species that is expected to pay for food and shelter. We live in an upside down World. Excellent video again. You answered a lot of important questions.
Great video Lidia and great info also,I've watched you from the beginning and you've been through a lot girl,thank you for sticking with it,we love you!
Thank you so much! I appreciate people like you showing love in the comments
I just came across this vid....yes i agree, people should be able to park where ever they want in public areas with out being fined....and with the high prices of rent for some living in their vehicle is their best option. I wouldnt say park in front of someones house, i wouldnt do that so i wouldnt want someone doing that to me, maybe ask if its ok for a night or two....i would be open to someone asking if they could park in fron of my house for a night or two so long as they didnt leave a mess.
Thanks Julio 💕👏👍 You're lucky to have such friendship.
PS- omg you love donuts too! 🍩 they're my favorite. Ill get some tomorrow 🤤😄💕👍
It's crazy. You own or paying for the vehicle
It's yours. NO ONE should try to put you in more of a situation to be out on the streets. Prayers
This is the first time hearing this I never knew it was illegal to live in your vehicle and and I think you're right they should change the law. And to be honest I'm the type that I probably would never live in my vehicle