Surviving my first Winter of Extreme Van Life, Blizzard, Snow Storm Camping & Freezing Cold
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- čas přidán 20. 10. 2023
- What I learned from my first Winter of Extreme Van Life, Blizzard, Snowy Storm Camping, Extreme Cold in the Arctic North #vanlife #wintervanlife
Full Travel Documentary Movie. Ultimate travel vlog.
This is my complete first winter of Winter Van Life in extreme conditions in the North, living in a van during freezing temperatures. Starting in January I go through the whole winter season of snowy winter adventures from January to April, with snow storms, blizzards, extreme cold, extreme snowfall, slippery roads and some amazing winter beauty as well.
I also show you what I learned from my first winter in the van.
Episode 1 of 2.
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Includes Camping in Winter in snow storm in my van/Rv whereI found myself stuck in a blizzard on a mountain pass in a snow storm. Elements of ASMR and strong wind sounds.
The weather forecast said 27 m/s, 60 mph or 97 kph and the wind and snow was howling. It was a whiteout. At the end of the day I had an interesting stormy view while having my breakfast, coffee and making pan pizzas.
Enjoy camping and vanlife friends from around the world!
About me: I am a Norwegian adventurer and wilderness explorer. My youtube channel focus on outdoor wilderness adventures and exploration, backpacking, hiking, canyoneering, skiing, climbing and mountaineering. Nights spent in a tent, alone or with friends. From the snow covered mountains and misty fjords of Norway and Scandinavia to the remote plateaus of Yellowstone and the debts of the red canyons of Utah to the summit of Mt Whitney and the heart of Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park. I love the Wilderness! Email is under "For business inquiries", for general questions please comment on a video, I try to answer everyone.
#wintercamping #vanlife #camping #snowstorm #blizzard #storm #van #snow #wintervanlife
Anyone else in their pj's all warm and cozy, watching this gentleman freeze?
Lol
Yep, me😅
Yep 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍👍
Oh yes …but I wouldn’t mind this ..just can’t afford the camper there a fortune.
me. eating hot rice, eggplants and pork.
With the pizzas, pop a tiny drop of hot water into the pan with the pizza and put a lid on it. This creates steam which will melt your cheese more thoroughly
Thanks for the advice!
Does the crust stay crisp?
@@lsealey20if you are very sparing with the water. Personally I don't use any water now.
Everything in this video, from start to finish, is perfect, mesmerizing ❤
Yes and when it gets crunchy it’s even better
Really amazed on how you could fit a queen bed, kitchen, fridge, sitting area and most importantly: A FULL SIZE TOILET+SHOWER. Felt like you basically had a moving soho on wheels. Your layout is my inspiration should i get the chance to become a full time van camper.
Thank you, it is a great layout!
Keep your engine running every hour on the hour for 15 minutes to make sure your oil and other parts don't freeze
I live in Kentucky. In the winter we can get very very cold temperatures. and of course a lot of snow especially around Lexington and upper part of Kentucky where it borders near Indiana and Ohio. I am used to heavy snow falls and a blizzard or 2. The coldest temperature I was ever out in was MINUS -37 Celsius many years ago. That was cold! It was hard to breathe. So I see you out there going through all that, I think I would be afraid to go out that far alone especially. You are very brave, I hope you are always safe. Thank you for showing such lovely nature there where you live. Very beautiful.
Thanks for your kind words, minus 37 is Mighty cold!
anti-frost on the windows of the cabin: unroll flower cellophane, in a single sheet from one door to the other over the external rear-view mirrors, so as to cover the area where you look out. If there is a risk of icy wind, cover the windshield completely with two more sheets. If you are afraid of not being able to return to the beaten path, lay out two sheets of paper on the tracks left when you arrive. When you restart, you will lift them outwards, allowing the fresh snow to fall and making much less effort with the shovel. The cellophane sheet for flowers is rigid, so it can be lifted without slipping. It creates a tiny air bubble on the glass which does not cause the glass to freeze, even due to the heat coming from inside. So I managed to get out by following my own compact tracks, while the 4x4s next to me were kicking up a lot of snow dust. I have a simple Ducato Fiat 2x4, a 2003 Ducato. If you don't have anti-cold blankets you can use two blankets on the bonnet that go down over the radiator. When you start the engine, the wool warms up and melts the snow faster. Try it, it's cheap! I forgot, I reuse the cellophane sheets several times. if you want to look outside peacefully at night, use a red light ambient lamp, turn it on a minute before opening the windows and you will see outside perfectly
twice I found myself above -30, incredibly in a valley near Rome, Italy, called Campo Felice, excellent for skiing, where the currents create impressive low pressures; friends from Eastern Europe, to whom I asked for advice on the cold, I left the engine running all night! Because the oil condenses at that temperature, and it is better for the engine to remain running, if there is no way to heat it electrically as happens in your countries.
@ ludo
Cool
I wish you could make video of all that
It would be a good vid !
@@LudoMaxLancthe red light lamp is a trick used by the police here in the US to read or see at night w/o having visual adjustment from dark to light all the time. They have a lamp installed on the headliner. I have one and it's cool, the 1 minute you mentioned is needed exactly for the visual adjustment I mentioned. Ciao e buona fortuna col tuo Fiat Ducato.
@@eharris6347 I’m not good youtuber I prefere silent movies…lol
Super Tipps!
this is the best snow camping too many things going on its like a story. Thank you for the awesome experience
Thank you so much!
Thank you from Türkiye.
thanks!
Eating pan pizza in a t-shirt feeling like on another planet when really cold out, my way of life and well done,.
Lol, exactly! Thank you!
I live full-time in my 2018 850 Lance truck camper. The coldest temperature during winter was -25 C or -13 F. I used a dehumidifier and two small ceramic electric heaters along with my propane main furnace. I was nice and toasty.
Sounds good!
❤💙 Been trying to watch this all day but with the grandbaby ive been getting interrupted like now she was sleeping gotta pause it again 💙💚💕🍁🎃🍂
Lol, keep trying!
hello from France. You are living my dream, so enjoy this freedom and these magnificent landscapes!
Glad you enjoy it!
Such a beautiful view to enjoy while drinking your morning coffee. Your video is amazing. Thanks for sharing.😊
Glad you enjoyed it:-)
The reindeers being herded by a snowmobile riding herder is a modern take on an old fairytale.. such a gorgeous scene from the camper sipping coffee and taking it all in - being snug and cozy inside the van with low temp brrrrrr cold winter around you is just magical. The homes were build for such a scene. Skiing through the snow oh what fun… yes I agree it is a gorgeous place thank you for taking me there from my comfortable home in New England USA.
Thank you so much for your kind comment!
I liked your video clip, I have my friend lived in Fredrikstad Norway, you spoke English very well, Norsk food is my favorite.
Thank you! 😃 Merry Christmas!
Wow, this is such an amazing and inspiring video! You are truly living the van life dream, even in the most challenging conditions. I admire your courage and perseverance to survive the winter in a blizzard and a snow storm. Your van looks cozy and comfortable, and I love how you decorated it with lights and candles. You have a great sense of humor and a positive attitude, which makes your videos very enjoyable to watch. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, and I hope you stay safe and warm. I can’t wait to see more of your videos in the future! 👍👏🔥
Thank you so much for your kind comments and support:-)
-2 it cold ???
Amazing video.... 👏
Really enjoyed this video! Something about your filming and editing style is so relaxing.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I was in my pajamas, doing my Art Work 🖼️ watching you in the snow. It’s so beautiful. But scary too. I couldn’t believe how calm you were when your car didn’t start and also when the storm came and you had to drive in white out conditions!! I would have been a nervous wreck 😰 and crying lol 🙉🙈
Enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing this!
Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed it!
Helpful suggestion: position the front of the van downwind to aid with cold starting and less snow/ice accretion on the windshield.
Thanks!
(the go pro in front is great because it feels like we're sitting next to you) and the sequence shots of the storm are sublime, the angle is perfect and you manage to convey the magic of the moment .
thank you for taking us away from our urban lives (stress, pressure, and everything else) thank you very much, and have a good trip
Wow, thanks, so glad you enjoyed everything!!
Omg. My most favorite thing is to drive in snow and the more difficult it is the better. Super cozy once you get to where you need to be. I feel your excitement :)
It is quite a lot of fun!
Dont know if i would park under those power lines in that wind.
1st time viewer and subscribed.
Thanks and welcome Brian!
Here in Tennessee, I can't even fathom that kind of cold, wind and snow. If it snows, it's only a dusting.
In northeast Arkansas, we get snow and ice, we close down!
It is something indeed, love it!
Love this van. Even your choice of greys and the tea pot is beautiful. Love the layout as well.
Thanks so much! 😊
❤
The VIEW and surroundings are amazing.
Indeed!
Absolutely amazing and terrifying in the same time. Congrats!
Thank you very much!
I amazed (and impressed) at your determination, resilience and boldness to tackle this extreme weather. As a long time RV'er I don't see any pleasure in this. Carry on!
Thanks Phil, I enjoy the challenges!
There is no room to pull off there!
Are you up in Finmark? In the east of Norway, near Trysil ( I am from that area so it looks some familiar )or up at the area of Røros? Brrr, looks cold and windy, but yes, the nature is beutiful, as I alway say, the nature is the best artist.Oh, I see, it looks like you are at the Swedish side of the border?
Both sides of the border, Idre, Røros, Bakken
this is incredible,,thumb up to and keep sharing your adventures with us.,,
Thank you! Will do! Part 2 coming soon, probably on Saturday
Wow , amazing video , amazing experience , congratulation for everything , I am very gland that YT recommended this channel
Thank you so much and welcome!
I've just watched this video a 2nd time. I so enjoy these Winter videos, the snow, the scenery & everything regarding Winter life up North. Just amazing!
Take care NX!
Awesome, Thank you so much!!
The Best !
Thank you!
A nice recap of your 2023 winter season. Looking forward to 2024. Also, I don't know what kind of cheese you put on your pizza, but I could eat that whole block. 😋
Thanks Rach:-)
Spectacular views! Really enjoy your channel.
Thank you very much!
It’s awesome to see you out of all your winter gear. I know love what you do and I think I would love it too. Away from lots of folks. Don’t get me wrong I love people but I love the peace and quiet also. Your adventures are always so much fun. Enjoy you a lot.
I agree on that! Thanks for watching Anne!
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@@Firedude-Matt Thank you so much Matt, thanks for the support!
I've been in snows like that, but you take your home thru it. Yikes. Do you use a diesel heater or propane? Backups are a good idea. Good luck. Greetings from Northern Montana.
It is a propane heater, truma combi 4, that you can also get in a diesel version. I have 2 units of 10kg propane bottles with me, that will last me 10-12 days in extreme cold. They are around 30$ each to swap.
You are living my dream! If you ever want a companion for the 2024 winter season I am your gal lol.
Lol, thank you!
I live in a tropical country. this video helps me cooldown on a 35° afternoon
Cool!
OK NE ! I'm a believer. Knowing that you Norwegians go thru dark spiritual times too ( oh yeah ) I send this old mans blessing and wish you happy exploring ! God be wth you. Once I skiied Canada in sub zero. The life !!!
Thank you Greg🙏
So awesome to see the fine particles of snow reveal the swirling wind patterns. Fog has a similar effect lighting up the wind. Just beautiful! 💚❄️❄️❄️❄️🌬🌬🌬🌬💯👌
Thank you!
This is beautiful.
Thank you!
Wow! Great, I hope you enjoyed!
Lucky man!
Thanks! I did!
Wow, incredible video out in the snow ! I'm glad you don't get hurt and lost. I hope someone knows where you are and when to expect you back!!!love your photography, you could be on Netflix or HBO.
Thank you so much🙏
That's so beautiful, i could live in the snow 365. Very nice video.😊 have a blessed weekend 🙏🏻🪁
Thank you! You too!
Glad you are safe now.
Thanks
I love these video 😍Stunning 😮
Thank you Marluce! Cheers!
This video was really interesting for me to watch. Being raised in the Midwest USA offers me snowstorms so I can relate to your experiences. Your driving skills and great attitude about winter conditions was noted while watching this video. I’m looking forward to watching more. The scenery in Norway and Sweden is delightful. Thanks again for the video.
Thank you so much!
I would love to drive an RV through Scandinavia and see the forests and fjords of Norway. My only worry is that I might accidentally upset a Finnish farmer. Remember the LAST time the Soviets angered a Finnish farmer? They paid such a steep price that he was forever nicknamed "The White Death"! Look up videos about Simo Heyha. Fascinating man.
Amazing video
Glad you think so!
Watching this from tropical india is a magic🎉😊. Thanks for this.
My pleasure 😊
A small inverter generator would be nice to have as an emergency backup. It could run an electric heater if you run out of Propane, charge up your devices. You could also carry a jump starter in case the van battery died. Some vehicles have engine heaters installed in them which could be ran from an inverter generator too. So many things it could power like an electric cooking ring even so you're not stuck without a means of cooking if you run out of propane
So many of your still shots look like picturesque post cards. Such stunning landscapes! 🏞❄️❄️❄️❄️💯👌
Thank you, I enjoy showing you the beauty of winter!
Love this. Getting excited for Winter videos again. Fall and Winter are my fav seasons!
Yes, it is awesome, so much weather this fall so far
Its the honesty I like
Brave man
Thanks Gavin!
Thank you for sharing your video of the beautiful winter snow.
Thanks for visiting
This was very interesting. Enjoyed the whole thing, dude! I didn't think I would enjoy it as much as your hiking in King's Canyon and others in the USA, but this one has been good. Who would have thought that Circle K is also up there in Norway? haha And that postwoman had to show up for work in a 60 mph blizzard. Oh... I don't miss work! Retirement has many benefits. I never had to go to work under those conditions, though HAHA
Yeah, the post woman is hardcore lol! Thank you Robert!!
Do you have a heater for the Engine Block and one for the Coolant? You might want to install a High Beam Light Bar across the top front, this will allow you to see better at night and when the snow is blowing. Amber fog lights as well. Stay safe my friend! You can also get a Heavy Duty Thermal Quilt and place it directly over the Engine.
Thank you! No heaters for the engine, but all Nordic editions have special fluids that do not freeze
WoW! Simply Wow! I gave a thumbs up on several of the comments below, so mine is short. I look forward to seeing more of your adventures from Ontario Canada. Cheers.
Thank you, so cool of you to thumbs up other comments, appreciate that!
Great video my friend. Just incredible
Thank you! Cheers!
I am only 17 minutes into your video and my heart is singing to the max -- I can hardly wait for winter here in New England, USA!
I love your photography and I was laughing when you picked the furthest out electrical hook-up at the campground -- what a view! Thank you!!!
Always picking the best view lol!
So amazing to see this place through your eyes . something I'd never get to see otherwise ❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@NorwegianXplorer thank you
I just stumbled across your channel and I’ve got to say incredible scenery. )))
Thank you very much and welcome!
Great video as usual love the secerny
Glad you enjoyed it Andy!
Hi from Northern Alberta Canada. Great to see your winters over in Norway and Sweden! We have very much the same temps and snowfalls as you. In winter we often hit -40 C here for a few wks. Here's a tip for you that most of the experienced Northern Canada drivers know. To eliminate the need for windshield wipers when it's snowing, don't turn on the defrost but let your interior windows stay a bit colder and the snow will not stay on your windshield at all and not gum up your wipers. Give it a try! Love your vid's, keep on truckin'
Thanks, that is something I might try🙂
I know this 'trick'. Thank god we don't have as hard snowfall as you guys in Canada or Norway. Most we ever got was 80-90cm in 24h at my area. Greetings from Finland.
But it is cold in Finland🥶
@@NorwegianXplorer Yeah. But cold is not that bad than few meters of snow. :D
Lol, its both good😂
Hi Jarl I remember watching this ,the snow covered trees are beautiful ,winter wonder land, the scenery is absolutely amazing awesome video stay blessed stay safe
Glad you enjoyed it Sonia!
Iam in my pjs nice and warm an cozy enjoying this video alot.I cannot believe the temps you are traveling in.🥶Ihope you do not encounter any wildlife.Be safe🙏
Why no wildlife?
I love the snow or a Blizzard stuck home with your family or snow camping which I love. And do not forget the TV or it boring just sitting there. At least with something to watch it passes the time
Yeah, I have internett and all the streaming services, my kindle and a PS5, and my camera gear and video editing, so never bored
Everything looks so beautiful in the winter 🧡
It really is!
Wow! Man, what glorious weather. MINUS 29 DEGREES CELSIUS??!in the month of October? Unbelievable, man🫢😳.Here in Switzerland, it's raining lightly in some places.Meteriology says that the sun will continue.And you, with "Christmas snow"?! What white envy,😅.Enjoy the atmosphere. Have a nice weekend🤗👍👏👏👏🤜🤛😊
Thank you so much!
Beautiful snow, better you than me !!lolol
Lol, I can live with that!
U n the snow plowers. Jarl u make me a wreck driving n all this snow. 🫢🫣 I can’t enjoy the scenery while u drive. Oy VEY !
Yeah I know I know. U love it !
👍🙏❤️‼️
TJ
😂😂😂🫶
Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. I go out in my van as a weekend warrior at this point. That is a lot of snow and cold to contend with. I admire and respect your driving ability in such poor conditions. I was raised in a snowy area and to this day, I do not care for driving in it. I do not have a separate heating unit in it as yet. I have not decided whether to install a Webasto or install a mini wood stove. The jury is still out on this one. That said, I will be following you for your tips and tricks!I Enjoy your future adventures!
Thank you, I have seen both Webastos and wood stoves work well, My van has a Truma heating system, and it works like a charm.
Great video. Great Adventure. You seemed to deal with everything that was thrown at you - awesome!! Lots of great advice from previous contributors too. In Scotland, the slightest flake of snow has everyone in a panic!!! The world needs to learn from the Scandinavian countries on how to deal with challenging weather. You did yourself proud. Hello from Scotland.
Thanks so much Gavin, we have a lot of this weather so it becomes a way of life, it is also very beauitful!
Love this so much in the evenings before bed! Thank you!
You're so welcome!
Super video. Thank you so much.
Thank you too
Such a comfort to have the Van in this cold stark environment. What an adventure and experience!
Thank you so much, it works so great for my lifestyle!
This is definitely a beautiful winter wonderland 👍🏿❄️☃️
It really is!
My son & daughter in live in Sweden now for a few years. I am looking gorward to visiting soon & seeing the beautiful snow.
Wonderful!
Amazing video, i'm from southwest europe so not much snow in my country 😅
Thank you, where in Southern Europe?
Surviving my first Winter of Extreme Van Life, Blizzard, Snow Storm Camping & Freezing Cold #vanlife
"I love adventures!" "I'm having fun !" That's typically you, dear Jarl. You're looking for challenge, for all what is exciting.... Heavy snowfall, icy temperatures (on top of the North Pole it couldn't almost be more freezing), the biting blizzard, the totally snow-covered dangerous roads visibility zero !, even the intense cold in the van, the problems of starting the car, all this doesn't lower your optimism and happiness... Amazing poetic pictures of ice- and snowcristals under a virgin deep blue skye. Rosa or golden horizons under a setting or rising sun...And you were lucky to see so closely a herd of moose, your favourite northern animals... You are never run out of recepees for your meals, you eat well ! I'm happy you enjoy so intensily.... Good luck, Jarl ! (and looking forward to watch part 2 !) 🚌 🍳 🍜 💙
Thank you Regine!
We are very excited and really like your creative ideas, made it enjoyable to watch and keep watching, hope you continue this great idea forever.
I'm looking forward to the next chapter 😍
Thank you!
That is quite an adventure living out of a van in the winter. I grew up in North Dakota where the weather was very much like what you were experiencing in your van.
For me when it’s -20° F I would be indoors except for daytime walks in the snowy cold winter weather.
Yeah, I have heard ND can be quite harsh, lot of cold winds, right?
Yes. Oftentimes in winter the air temperature can be -15ºF with 20 to 40 mph winds. There were blizzards with 70 mph winds at times.@@NorwegianXplorer
I watched Fargo, great movie, and series, isnt that from ND?
The movie Fargo mostly took place in Bimidji, Minnesota. But Fargo is an iconic example of a really cold place.
@@NorwegianXplorer
Nothing about this makes me want a sliding side door.
This was quite an experience. Lessons learned and understanding a new life cycle of Van Life in the Nordic world is fascinating. Thanks for sharing this! Sooooooo beautiful in the winter wonderland. Gorgeous crystal white snow against a bright blue sky. Loved the tour of your van. Blessings.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
How beautiful is this!!! Amazing scenery. Wow
It really is! Thanks for watching!
Awesome scenery great job. You certainly have all the comforts of home!
Thank you very much!
I just stumbled across your channel and I’ve got to say incredible scenery. Yes, I subscribed and I’m sure I will love your other videos. I love the snow, but like someone else from Tennessee mentioned it doesn’t snow much here.
When I was a child in school it was pretty much a guarantee that we would have 3-5 snow events. 2-3” but also one that would be 6”+. I miss those days.
Thank you for sharing your adventures and especially this very snowy one. Travel safe!
Welcome aboard Wally!
Permission to come aboard sir? Haha
Lol, granted!!
FANTASTIC Jarl !!!
This is an hour and a half of the reasons why you and "Camping With Steve", are my first and foremost SUBSCRIPTIONS!!! I love Steve for his humor while pretending to "bumble" thru' the wild outdoors.
But you, Jarl, give us listeners and watchers the REAL true-life adventures of Camping and Van Living. There is no one who relates precisely what the trials of outdoors living is really like.
And....as I have previously said, "you ALWAYS give us content that is what your VIDEO TITLE says is going to happen. There are many who say, "Wild Weather !, Blizzard !, High Winds !, Torrential Rains !," and then what happens ? They say, "goodnight, I'll tell you in the morning if anything crazy happens" !
Or they say nothing except "goodnight ", and then in the morning tell you, "you should've seen what happened last night.
Well...that's why we tuned in to this person. To see the Wild Weather, Blizzard, High Winds, etc., etc.!!
YOU ALWAYS DELIVER THE THE CONTENT THAT YOU QUOTE IN YOUR HEADING.
THANKYOU SO MUCH !
I am so glad to hear this Thomas, thank you very much! i check in on other channels from time to time to see if they had their snow storm yet, usually the havent, lol! Thanks again for this!
@@NorwegianXplorer I am new to the channel and this is my first episode and I truly love it. Norway is my dream place to live, one day I will be there! If they allow my cat. xoxox
Lol, the cat should be ok, come on over!
checkout vancity vanlife too
@@NorwegianXplorer just came onto your channel. just like canadian winter lol. vancity vanlife is a good channel also.
Soooo beautiful... thx for your video....cheers from Italy
Thank you very much!
It's so nice to see happy man, doing what he always dream about! Goid luck!
Thanks so much!
Thank you for sharing your experiences! Beautiful scenery I’m living vicariously through you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hei! Jeg er fra Finland, med en livsdrøm til vanlife i Troms og Finnmark, og denne videoen var veldig informativ for å se hvordan man håndterer situasjoner der det er lite lys for solenergi og det er veldig kaldt ute. Takk for at du filmet eventyret ditt, det var en flott ting å se på!
Tusen takk for hyggelig kommentar!
Very beautiful winter!!Super video! Respect!👍👍👍👍
Thank you! Cheers!
love this
Thanks
A brilliant video Jarl, you definitely captured the beauty of the snow and the excitement of the risk of being stuck with your van in the winter wilderness. I'm looking forward to part two of your adventure. Have you made a video of how you prepared your van for the winter? I think a lot of people would be interested in that. Take care.👋
Thank you, I have a small video about that on my other channel that I put out yesterday
Thanks, I'll have a look. Is your other channel linked in the description?
Yes!
You have a beautiful country with fantastic scenery. Traveling with a camper van is definitely the way to go. Myself, I like camping in bad weather, especially when I have a hot cup of coffee at hand, thanks for video, enjoyed the trip with you.
Thanks Terry!
Just magical stuff cheers 🍻🇬🇧👍
Cheers Alan!
Bravo
Thank you!