Leaving Snow Camp - Arizona VanLife
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- Опубліковано 28 лют 2022
- In this video I spent my last days at my snow camp in the Sitgreaves National Forest in Arizona. This was my best camp experience ever! I head towards Show Low, Arizona to shower and resupply. I ended up meeting a subscriber Brad who is from Show Low. thanks for hanging out Brad!! Then I head towards Glob, Arizona on Hwy 60 through Salt River Canyon which is an epic drive. I find a camp at Jones Water Campground, a free camp in the Tonto National Forest. I grill up some chicken on the camp grill and spend the night video editing.
Thank you for being here.
*My name is Brian. I started living full time in a self built camper van in 2014 in my hometown of San Diego, CA. I hit the road full-time in 2015 to pursue seasonal work and travel around the U.S. I find free camping on public land and enjoy photography, hiking, biking, and kayaking in nature. Join me on my adventures.
Thanks for watching!
**Follow Your Dreams*
#arizona #snowcamp #vanlife
The rest of us are completely stressed out, and here you are in a zen-like journey from one little slice of heaven to another. If ever you run into a spot of trouble, just remember that millions would gladly trade places with you.
Brian, like your dad would say, we're not here for a long time, we're here for a good time!
I constantly think what a BEAUTIFUL country we live in.
The best in the world.
Brian says:
Thank you for being here.
I say:
Thank you for being there!
Sometimes what we see as an obstacle is natures way of getting us to slow down long enough to get back in sync.
While the scenery is great, the people who engineered/ built the roads needs a shout out!
I'm happy everything went okay when you assisted a complete stranger, on the side of the road, all alone, in the middle of nowhere! I admit I would not be that brave! Stay safe & careful always!
I was camping by myself for several days in a camp site near Mount Langley’s trail head to acclimate to altitude. It was tranquil. I didn’t do much except cooking, reading, and sleeping. I still remember that experience.
You didn’t say how long you were sequestered all by yourself in the snowy woods! Absolutely gorgeous drone footage. Beautiful and peaceful video! Thanks for sharing.
Amazing. Brad helps you and you help Brian at the roadside. What a wonderful world.
Thanks for the tip about the green onions, i keep asparagus the same way.
Brian watching you carving spoons reminds me of Richard Proenneke. I am sure you know who he is. You seem to find peace in nature the same way except with a modern twist. Its so cool. Thank you.
I wonder what type of wood he uses
Wow, Brian..those shots of the canyons we're absolutely awesome. 💯% better I bet in person! Good thing your drone knows how to fly! 😆 TY
That drone footage was epic… Beautiful canyon, perfect weather!
Good Karma help with that breakdown too 👍🏽
Northern Arizona is beautiful. Snow looked like it melted fast at the high elevations. Thank you.
The snow camp is quiet and peaceful and clears your mind of all the stresses in the world.
Brian you seem to really make great choices that lead to your “ life experiences” . I love that you recognize the truly wonderful ones and share the joy of them with us . I can say I know when a special event or location just hits that magic spot. It can be as simple as a walk in the backyard but when it’s great it’s great. Solitude certainly helps. Thanks for your work you put in.
Agreed 👍 😊
You should do a meet up with Foresty Forest some time .. I think you two have the same relaxed vibe
Hi Brian, the thoughts you share are very uplifting about nature and how it affects you and how it’s changed your life. That was very kind of you helping “Brian” out. I would have done the same, safe travels….🙏🏼🦅🙋🏻♂️🪶✌🏼
Sometimes ya just love a place so much that it's very hard to leave.
Thanks for taking me along for the ride God bless and be safe 😀 🙏 ❤
I learned in my Navy days, be comfortable being uncomfortable! It has served me well all my life and journey through it! Sounds like you got to experience it, and ain't it great! Happy travels my friend!
Sounds like a mountaineering saying
....and now....AWAY WE GOOOO....
Excellent Brian. Life is good when you can be so at peace with the nature :)
Good stuff. The enlightenment when you get that sense of nature - the noise yet silence of the snow falling in the forest, the smells, the realization that you're alone and yet you're not in the grand scheme - nothing like it. Keep up the good work!
Loved your snow camp! I also very much enjoyed your travels to the next camp. And your drone shots were amazing. 😄👍
Yes Highway 89A between Flagstaff and Sedona has some serious switchbacks, but so does that section of the 60 through the Salt River Canyon. Both are beautiful drives!
The Salt River canyon there is an underrated spot in AZ. It's always something you drive through on your way to somewhere else, but it's really gorgeous. Glad Brian captured the canyon with the drone, beautiful!
Thanks for the beta.
Great area you’ve found Brian. Really enjoying the new way of filming your travels. So good to see you so happy. Stay safe
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
Mardi gras today and the weather is perfect. Im running the fan and ac to make sure I'm comfortable.
💖 that 🔥. God bless.
Geaux Tigers and Laissez les bons temps rouler!
@@TXMEDRGR They can roll them good times I'm safe at home.
Brian, the drive through the canyon and the drone shots that you took were breathtaking!! What a gorgeous area!
And as always, you make me smile with your appreciative whistles!
✌🏼😊
You lived thru the “fear” of being in the middle of the STORM with the ice & snow. You should be proud of yourself. God Bless you!!!!
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
I'll be safe when you try to go out of there don't get yourself stuck be careful going back to the main road
Loving that Drive Brian, thank you for all your hard work.🙏❤️
What a great one this was! I’ve been watching for over 3 years now and it was so nice to see you smile with true and beautiful happiness here.
Hey Brian, I couldn't agree more with you about the trees being our friends. Great video dude.
this whole video was a. gift from G O D
Hey Brian, May I know the title of the guitar music you have in this video, I really like it . Nice episode !
If you ever get a chance to “float down the salt” in May or June DO IT! It is fun, relaxing and pretty (maybe skip The Weeknd parties
Hi 👋 dear, how are you doing?
Loved the drone footage! Really beautiful scenery. I didn't care for the snow though. I live in Michigan and I'm done with winter. I didn't realize that it got so cold in Arizona. You were up in elevation so I guess it's expected. I like what I see of the current camp that you are at.
I visited the gran canon in Arizona in 2018 for the first time it was cool great view from where I stood if u haven't been there it's worth seeing the clip of what u shared in the video reminds me of it
Hey Brian, we watch you all the time. We really enjoy your videos. Keep it up. David and Juanita aka grey goose adventures
that whole area was beautiful. I loved the drone shots. I envy you. your life is so peaceful. keep on keeping on Brian. and please be safe.
Always nice to see another video. We have had two whole days of above 50 degrees here in Des Moines. I even took my guitar outside for a quick strum. Awesome.
Your love your adventures Brian
If you get a chance when you're out there you should go to Camp Verde I don't remember when it is but I'm sure it's not around this time but they have a corn festival that people come from all over the world because the corn in that area supposed to be world-renowned but they do have a free campsite outside of Camp Verde that's along the river
Howzit! If I ever get the chance to travel the mainland you have given me great ideas for where I would like to go! Mahalo✌🤙
Hi Brian, thanks so much for the beautiful aerial views - it's just breathtaking! Thanks for all you do, be safe and have fun!
Brian thanks for giving us all the chance to enjoy the terrain with the drone footage.... Breath taking brother ! ✌️
Smart man. Take some good "fungus" with you while you're out in the middle of nowhere.
It's definitely life-changing
That really looks like it'd be a good place if you had more feel for your heater in a lot more food you could kick back to all the snow is gone
That look like an amazing spot to go camping. Thanks for sharing we enjoy your videos.
Robert (teardrop trailer)
Brian that drone footage was top notch !! Glad you made it out of your snow camp safely! I love all of your tips like the spatula technique. Safe Travels Amigo 👊🏼
Used to watch you so much, would wake up early before school and watch your videos, I just somehow stopped watching and just stumbled across your channel again, it had been awhile didn’t even know you had a new set up! Missed it, I’m back now!!
I am so familiar with all of where you were! We camp a lot by Forest Lakes and in the White Mountains. We live in the south east valley, I would rather take the 60 than 87 any day, the drive up 60 is so beautiful and in many ways more peaceful. You are pretty much the first UA-camr that has highlighted my home state!
Agreed! I'm a native of Mesa, and I was stoked to see him in all the great places we camp and visit! Forest lakes, FR 300, heber, overgaard, showlow, globe 😁😁😁
@@tammywestern5816 It’s getting pretty crowded up there in the summer now. I just wish people would learn to respect the forest more! Can’t count the times, that I have had to clean up a camp site before we could use it. Safe travels to you Tammy!
@@davevoorhees5994 you as well Dave, happy camping 🏕 😁
Nice video. Your chicken, spinach pasta dinner looked delicious.
Beautiful, beautiful canyon footage.
🇺🇲👍🏼😎👍🏼🇺🇲🏜🚐🌴
I've seen you out there and just started watching your videos and have been enjoying them I'll see you out there again I'm sure 🤙🏼
Fantastic views sir, awesome video Brian
Every video just gets better and better. I really enjoy the drone footage and seeing the beauty all around you. You are phenomenal with videography and editing. Can’t wait till the next one comes out! Peace
Hi 👋 sherry , how are you doing?
I have both a 12V and 110V heating blanket. The downside to the 12V blanket is that it is only 50"x60", while the 110V is a twin size. Neither one uses much electricity. Might be a good backup for when you find yourself in another situation like in this video. The 110V uses 144W when it is "on". (About $30 at Walmart) It isn't on all the time. There is a thermostat from 1 to 10. I keep it on 4 overnight and it keeps me toasty warm without using too much power as it cycles on and off. 5 and above will make you sweat even in below freezing temps.
From one gorgeous place to another, you really find lovely spots Brian. Good idea to help that guy. Some folks are pretty skilled at sizing up danger and some are scammer magnets. If he'd felt at all creepy, you could have offered to suggest he stay with his car and you would make a call for him as soon as you had a signal. Still helpful, but safer. The fact that your choice to give him a ride shows that your judgement skills are finely tuned. Good to see you carving. Very nice.
What An Amazing Drive Absolutely Beautiful
Giving a Helping hand 👌❤️ Wood carving exquisite, yummy dinner 🍴. Thank you ✌️
Amazing drone footage Brian. Glad you had no issues with the snow. Happy trails🌻
That sky at 15:43 was amazing.
Awesome shots & cool vibes.
The adventure continues.
The canyon footage was incredible of course your downhill drive was to. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.
Brian, I have to say, the intro of your last two videos brought images of Alexander Supertramp in the Majic Bus into my mind. Nice video, I will make sure I travel hwy 60 west from Show Low.
Your last video was quite the cliffhanger - I was waiting on bated breath to see how things ended up for you at Snow Camp, lol! Perhaps it was such a life-changing experience because of the solitude and self-reliance you experienced. It's always magical, hushed and serene after a snowfall, but to be alone in the middle of the woods, expertly taking care of yourself and using all your acquired survival skills, has got to be the most amazing feeling. I love that after your time alone, you were gifted with a disc golf buddy for the day! Your drone footage was spectacular - I really want to drive that stretch of road now! Thanks always for sharing.
Peace, and safe travels.
Great video! The drone footage was awesome! Stay safe out there and thanks for sharing your adventures with us! I look forward to your videos.
I agree Brian about the spoonula. It is my favorite kitchen utensil. So useful. Love the drone footage of the canyons!
This was wonderful to see and feel. I traveled those roads many many years ago in another time of my life. So thank you for bringing back the memory!
Thanks for helping out a fellow Scion xB owner. That is what I use to tow my 2012 Timeout Easy Camper to go camping. Another great video
That is without a doubt a glorious spot!!! You again, weathered the storm. 👍
It got down to 46 last night in the mountains of Michoacán in central Mexico. My wife was complaining. I said for some people that’s the day’s high temperature. She wasn’t impressed I’m impressed by your toughness. If we had to drive our van to snow country we’d both curl up and freeze.
There is so much to love here. Your inspiring attitude towards life invites these fortuitous experiences.
Hello from Colorado
I enjoyed the video - snow., good food, great landscapes-going with the flow and helping out another. Relaxing thanks!
Hey when you got to find your traveling partner Kelly one of these days looks like you're having a good time anyhow be safe on your journey than have fun
Lol! What a wonderful world to live in...when you genuinely don't know if it is Sunday or Monday.
Great video of your adventures. Really like the day by day. Thanks Don
You can feel the Holy Spirit when you are out in nature by yourself
Nice video. Quite a change from the first campground to the second. I try to pay it forward too. I'm looking forward to future adventures, good luck and Happy Mardi Gras.
Love the b-roll on those mountains and that beautiful canyon they are so beautiful and the weather looks so nice, that grill chicken looks so good.👀😍
Brian, this video was epic, it really spoke to me. Thank you for these videos. Your content is not only beautiful but also spiritual. Stay safe and take care.
Brrr I’ll have to check that area out someday. Glad to see you enjoying life
The drone view was AMAZING.
Thanks for sharing. I'll never see these places in person. Your shared adventures are greatly appreciated.
Brian, thank you for the trip down memory lane for me , I spent many summers in the Lakeside area I miss it so much.
Beautiful country. My favorite UA-cam chef calls that very useful kitchen tool a spoonula.
Your drone flight of the canyon was epic! Love watching your travels. Take care and be safe.
God bless the kindness of strangers and also looking to always pay it forward when the opportunity arises.
That drive into Globe from the south is awesome and terrifying at the same time! Cool little town that has seen better days. I wasn’t camping then, so stayed at the casino. Hope I get back that way. Thanks for sharing!
Hi 👋 Anne, how are you doing?
Now that’s the way to enjoy a heavy snowstorm. Seems like vehicle #3 is much better suited for it. The drone footage was epic as good as it gets. Thanks Brian for such a peaceful tranquil drama free channel. ✌️
I’ve been watching these videos faithfully for about 4 years and I did not realize you played disc golf!!! So awesome! I’m very happy that the 2022 season has started. One love ✌🏼
Beautiful Area, the drone really shows it off.
Hello Brian, enjoyed the Beautiful scenery of Arizona. Safe travels and be safe! 🏝pasta look delicious.
You find the perfect place..time and time again 🏕✌🏿
We all appreciate you bro!
Yep, no doubts physical environment is the icing on the cake, but frame of mind makes or breaks every place/moment for sure! I'm guessing you do, but just in case you don't, I bet Eckhart Tolle's teachings would be/is a nice fit for you. Lot's of free lectures, and such, on UA-cam. As always, I appreciate you Brian!
You just cannot beat the breadth and beauty of the entire Northern AZ area. I grew up in Flag. I love it so. I know it like the back of my hand. Dad was a geologist and we camped and did field work growing up. Enjoy! Thanks for the pics.
Fantastic drone footage, so beautiful. Also looks like those newish tires of yours were a good investment with that snow! ;)
Our western states have much to appreciate from the snow topped Rocky Mountains, colorful canyon lands, tall grasses and beautiful prairie land flowers, crystal clear mountain lakes, streams and rivers, old time mining areas and ghost towns, etc. I thoroughly enjoyed my twenty years of living out yonder as I’d imagine you are as well. Thank you for sharing areas I’d yet to have explored. 🏕