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  • čas přidán 13. 01. 2023
  • #vanlife #adayinalife #fulltimetravel
    Today I had the realization that I am a “Snowbird”. I’ve been traveling South from the Pacific Northwest to find better weather. The travels have brought me back to Southern California to visit family as well as finding warmer weather. And since I’m back in SoCal, a trip to Joshua Tree seemed like a good plan.
    This BLM area outside Joshua Tree National Park is a convenient place to camp. It is right outside of the park entrance, off the 10 freeway.
    While here, I took a walk out into the desert. And I set up my shower enclosure and took a much needed hot shower. Then I made a simple and delicious dinner. All in all, a great day.
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Komentáře • 189

  • @bethroberts674
    @bethroberts674 Před rokem +1

    I grew up in the Coachella Valley on a date farm. The grade you are talking about I believe is called the White Water grade; very deceptive but you must turn off the air conditioning. I love the desert; it is my heart. Thank you for sharing…

  • @peterobrien7465
    @peterobrien7465 Před rokem +6

    I think Yellow bird should sponsor you you love the stuff.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      We’ve talked. But Yellowbird doesn’t sponsor anyone… yet. Maybe I can be the first.

    • @peterobrien7465
      @peterobrien7465 Před rokem +1

      @@StaticCamperVan Come on Yellow bird l don't think l have seen Scott eat a meal with out your condiment. Your on a winner 🏆

  • @pokergypsy55
    @pokergypsy55 Před rokem +11

    Great video Scott. But be careful....with all those beans you ate...be careful when lighting the propane stove. 😂😀👍

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +11

      Growing up in a Mexican household, I’ve been eating beans my whole life. Maybe that’s why beans don’t affect me the way they do to some people.

  • @janicemunn3868
    @janicemunn3868 Před rokem +3

    I wasn't able to get thru the video without making a coffee...thats a good thing of course!!

  • @johnmark1582
    @johnmark1582 Před rokem +5

    Every year I always go to that exact same area and wind down from Quartzsite madness and the RTR, that is an awesome place, and I actually like the view, a mile away, of the Interstate 10 traffic flow at night, the slow river of headlights and taillights, always brings the feeling of: " they are traveling East and West but where am I going in life ?" 😄

  • @jamielaurie6285
    @jamielaurie6285 Před rokem +1

    Hey Scott My wife and I enjoy your videos. We are in the process of selling our home. We have learned alot from your experiences of van living. We both are in are early 50s and retired. We are looking forward to are next chapter of living the van life. Thank you for letting us injjoy are evening coffee with you. I'm not to good with being on the internet.

  • @Drifter.
    @Drifter. Před rokem +4

    I'm missing my home in Quartzsite warm winter days. I too chose to spend time with family this year so I am camping in cold wet Kentucky it's my childhood home and I will always love it but missing the Arizona weather. The smell is creosote bush. Till next time safe travels

  • @LostOnLandAgain
    @LostOnLandAgain Před rokem +8

    Your shower method is pretty awesome. The clouds made for a lovely sunset.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +3

      To be fair, I’m sure someone thought that shower system up long before me. But I’m liking the utter simplicity of it.

  • @traceywilliams2160
    @traceywilliams2160 Před rokem +1

    Your disposition and gentleness in your voice remind me so much of Mr. Rogers. (Mr. rogers Neighborhood)❤❤

  • @gabe2045
    @gabe2045 Před rokem +1

    One of my favorite things about your channel is when you do or say things that you know annoy ppl, but you you do it anyway! 😂

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      We aren’t supposed to feed the wildlife, are we?

    • @gabe2045
      @gabe2045 Před rokem

      @@StaticCamperVan 💯🤣

  • @mhammer5
    @mhammer5 Před rokem +3

    Thank you Scott for another great video. I finally bought some YelloBird. Great flavor and no refrigeration required. I enjoy the length of you videos.

  • @Leewilly440
    @Leewilly440 Před 3 měsíci

    Scott these where my favorite videos I know the desert isn’t your favorite place but I think it’s so beautiful and quiet. Especially the sunsets. Thanks for sharing Scott 🤙

  • @randbasic
    @randbasic Před rokem +6

    Welcome! Glad you made it to the neighborhood! It might be the creosote bushes. I know a few people that get bothered by them. When they get wet they smell like creosote.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +2

      Ah, that sounds right. And there’s lots of creosote around the area

    • @randbasic
      @randbasic Před rokem +1

      @@StaticCamperVan smells like telephone poles or wooden rail road ties? LoL 😂 Go find a purple sage plant and give it a hug. LoL 😂 Very calming effect.

  • @sharonoldham4374
    @sharonoldham4374 Před rokem +5

    It was an awesome sunset !

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +3

      The sunsets are the best part of being in the desert

  • @monicad351
    @monicad351 Před rokem +7

    Hey Scott always glad to see you 👍🏾Your the consistency I need in this world. I laughed at the visual of you standing in your shower 🚿 waiting for hot water to restart, glad you got the water bottle 😄

  • @fallenstar23
    @fallenstar23 Před rokem +2

    “If I’ve gotta drink 4 or 5 cups of coffee a day so that I get through this bag… I’ll do that.” Oh, the sacrifice!

  • @violetatcontentboutique7188

    Ahhhh What a sky!!! just Breathtaking!!! ... I'm so happy you're showing us a bit of Joshua Tree. It's been so long .... :)

  • @bayside6207
    @bayside6207 Před rokem +1

    Hope you don't mind but I've been saving your videos to watch for my Sunday morning routine.

  • @lindalangevin4505
    @lindalangevin4505 Před 3 měsíci

    The thing you do with the salt, I do the same thing. I am dehydrated 95% of the time. I don't have the pink salt, just the kind you get at the grocery store. I put some in my hand and put my tongue on it. It is so fun to find out that there is another person that does the same things I do. All your videos are wonderful!

  • @incywincyspider8748
    @incywincyspider8748 Před rokem +1

    Hope you had a restful night's sleep. Take care

  • @barbarar.7833
    @barbarar.7833 Před rokem +1

    The musical interlude was delightful. 😊

  • @diamondkharness
    @diamondkharness Před 6 měsíci

    Sage brush blossoms. I learned 40 years ago that I had an allergy to them that made me have permanent cold symptoms. Thank you for reminding me. I will avoid Nevada and Arizona on my soon to be VanLife full time vaca / retirement.

  • @RLC506
    @RLC506 Před rokem +6

    Glad to see you are looking so healthy and well of course it's probably been months since you were sick. The women van folks are at a women's RTR (?) retreat at Quartzsite but of course their exact time and your exact time are foggy for me with delayed videos. Anyway, it might be interesting to crash the ladies' shindig, ha, ha. I am not a desert person, but the sunset was awesome! I am so happy that you saw your parents and how perceptive of them to gift you with a bag of coffee! You are such a positive influence with your happy and laid back persona and your great sense of humor. You inspire me to look at the glass half full as opposed to half empty. Los Angeles has been in the news with serious rains and flooding so praying you remain warm and dry in your travels. God Bless You and Keep You Safe in Wherever the Path May Lead!

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +3

      Thanks Ramelle. Somehow I have managed to avoid bad weather and big earthquakes this trip.

  • @alchristensen8121
    @alchristensen8121 Před rokem +2

    "...somebody sunk down to their axle in sand." I raise my hand. But, hey, there were shallow tire tracks through the spot so it should've been okay, right? Nope. Good thing I have a proper shovel.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Ah yes, I remember reading a story about that on your blog. I don’t have a proper shovel. Haha

  • @livingsimplytosimplylive6817

    Thank you as usual / expected. Always look forward to your vlog.

  • @bevtrue6937
    @bevtrue6937 Před rokem

    Oh yeah, East L.A. is a zoo, crowded and noisy. Would be hard to sleep there.
    Wow, awesome sunset in Joshua Tree. Thanks.

  • @pmwizard48
    @pmwizard48 Před rokem +2

    You should buy what you like. Life is too short to neglect life’s little pleasures.

  • @gloriataruc8371
    @gloriataruc8371 Před rokem +2

    Welcome to my neck of the woods! Love Joshua trees 🌲! If you go to Palm Springs and take the tram up to the mountains there’ll be snow! I love that place!

  • @joyceullom8037
    @joyceullom8037 Před 11 měsíci

    I love my aero press! It does make great coffee!

  • @DenaInWyo
    @DenaInWyo Před rokem +2

    It's funny the life experiences you have that train you for van life. I've been doing outpatient hospice nursing the past almost 3 years. I'm out in the world 10 hours a day and in between patients I find places to park and chart, or even take a nap for my lunch hour. If I were to keep my van in my home town, I'd never be at a loss of where to park. That said, it gives me a great idea for other places, and I also know I can be comfortable in my car for hours. I'm honestly more skeeved out about staying in the middle of nowhere than I am in a city (though not the huge ones, no LA or NY for me thanks). All of this is percolating in my brain while I am willingly stuck here taking care of my mother. I don't wish her dead at all, but when she does go, I'm out. Perhaps while I'm still young enough to do travel nursing, perhaps not. I think I'm around the same age as you, and just working on my health and gathering all the wisdom I can like a little sponge so I'll be ready. If it's while I can still do travel nursing, your rig will be absolutely perfect. Needs to be small enough to still do OP nursing, but large enough to live OUT of. I've been watching your vids over the last couple of days (as I am sure you can tell with all my obsessive comments lol) and they've been SO helpful. Thank you and all the best!

    • @DenaInWyo
      @DenaInWyo Před rokem

      And honey, you drink ALL the coffee you want and if anyone has a problem I'll save you from having to be rude. I'll be rude to them for ya! (HONESTLY. who comes on someone's channel as bitches at them for drinking too much COFFEE?!)

  • @etiennehoarau8804
    @etiennehoarau8804 Před rokem

    What a dream life you have ! Thank you i reaaly appreciate your video :) :)

  • @campervanhelsing
    @campervanhelsing Před rokem

    Wow, beautiful sunset

  • @newlexness
    @newlexness Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing your day. :)

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 Před rokem +2

    Awesome to see you! Glad you are not caught up in the weather mess on the coast. 👍🇨🇦📷😎⭐

  • @tobymeade3222
    @tobymeade3222 Před 11 měsíci

    ❤Wow Gorgeous Sunset, Beautiful ❤️

  • @JeffeysMom
    @JeffeysMom Před rokem

    Your breakfast looks great❤👍🏻

  • @bonniekaye
    @bonniekaye Před rokem

    *Love your videos!*
    🙂👍🌹

  • @PedroNord
    @PedroNord Před rokem +3

    🦋

  • @MattyVanHalen
    @MattyVanHalen Před rokem +1

    It's really cool seeing a video of you camping in nearly the exact spot I camped last January. Great video!👍

  • @jrraven3230
    @jrraven3230 Před rokem

    👋 Scott 😊
    Glad you are ok😊

  • @N.Az-Mill
    @N.Az-Mill Před rokem +1

    Nice interlude

  • @overcoffeemeditativemoment8084

    ✨💫🏜️💫✨
    Sunset Beautiful!

  • @bens3582
    @bens3582 Před rokem

    nice!

  • @geogypsytraveler
    @geogypsytraveler Před rokem +1

    Fun in the, almost, sun.

  • @sheilabartlett6044
    @sheilabartlett6044 Před 11 měsíci

    That sunset was a nice backdrop for your video. You are so entertaining with your shower, but such a good feeling after having one, I agree. Great camping and free, bonus! Stay safe on your travels.

  • @kellyb5980
    @kellyb5980 Před rokem +1

    Good to see you in warmer climate, although maybe it’s not as warm as you’d like right now. I swear when I see Yellow Bird at the store I’m like Scott, tried it but I’m a spice wimp so none for me. Hope you get some better, quieter tires on a long drive that can make some of us (me) a little batty.

  • @mikemckinley1031
    @mikemckinley1031 Před rokem

    I really in joyed your video thankyou Scott I hope you slept better after your shower have a great week and weekend be safe out there here from Ontario Canada ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦😎

  • @maryolson411
    @maryolson411 Před rokem

    I love my aropress. You're right, even cheaper coffee tastes okay.

  • @Lisa-16
    @Lisa-16 Před rokem +5

    I still think the shower bottle is a fantastic idea! What do you think of black beans in your burrito? Those are my favorite. Also, that sunset was absolutely gorgeous! ☀️

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +3

      I eat Black Beans occasionally to change things up, but I’m not fond of them. Anasazi Beans are my favorite but pintos are easier to find.

    • @Lisa-16
      @Lisa-16 Před rokem +1

      @@StaticCamperVan Oh! I've never had those kind of beans. I will havevto check them out.

  • @FrugalPandaTravels
    @FrugalPandaTravels Před rokem

    I have Falken All terrains and have them currently on my SUV but I have had on my Ram trucks. I drive in all kinds of snow and rain as well as off-road in Colorado and all over. But if going for all season tires (no summer tire) need top of the line like Michelin p, firestones or Goodyear especially with a front wheel drive vehicle. I would go with all terrains with mud + snow symbol on that van it will be a lot more sure footed on light off-roading. Falken all terrains have less road noise than other AT tires, but I’ve driven in a couple of feet of snow with ease.

  • @elflordsjourneys
    @elflordsjourneys Před rokem

    You got out of the soggy Redwoods just in time, California has gotten hammered since the 1st. Enjoy the 🌞

  • @scottks5
    @scottks5 Před rokem +5

    Joshua Tree is one of my favorite places! Is that Yellow Bird a 9.8oz bottle? That's the largest I can find at REI at $6 a bottle. I need a bigger size because I go through it so fast!

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      This is the 19.6 oz bottle. I’ve been waiting to buy more Yellowbird until I could get one in this larger size. It’s odd how few stores carry the larger size.

  • @owensdaniels6244
    @owensdaniels6244 Před 5 měsíci

    THANKYOU! S.C.V. YOU HAVE SHOWED ME ANOTHER WAY I CAN LIVE WITHOUT PAYING RENT, OR DROWNING IN HOUSE POVERTY PLUS IVE ALWAYS BEEN BY MYSELF SO ITS A NATURAL THING BUT I JUST COULDN"T PUT THIS TOGETHER LIKE YOU DID.

  • @juliehoot3916
    @juliehoot3916 Před rokem +1

    29 just opened a Grocery Outlet and YV an Aldi. Two more new stores added I know you go while you have been away! Yv has Grocery Outlet too but you probably know that. Been around for awhile. Welcome back!

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. Not sure I knew any of that. But happy to know there’s better grocery options

  • @sjayne27
    @sjayne27 Před 9 měsíci

    Wow, that’s some big sky out there! That sunset!!!! 🤩 I hope to be a snowbird someday. I’m thinking that maybe I should get one of those aeropress brewers. I currently use a cold brew concentrate mixed with hot water, but I’m looking for a change.

  • @saavedramarcelo
    @saavedramarcelo Před rokem +1

    We camped at the Cottonwood Campground on Tuesday April 4th.
    I thought the same thing when driving up the big hill, traffic In the middle of nowhere? and it was a Tuesday!
    I figure it was because it becomes a 2 lane from a 4 lane, and also big trucks going slow and trying to pass each other.
    We live in San Fernando Valley and work from home so luckily not to much driving for us.
    But when I do, I'm working on trying not being anxious and afraid that somebody will hit me. It's getting better.
    Regards.

  • @TinyHomeCookingwithSherlei

    I really appreciate your thriftiness so many you tube videos buy this buy that with no thought of money that’s not me so thank you

  • @stanleythomas8457
    @stanleythomas8457 Před rokem +2

    i've got to eat before i watch your videos
    coffee is brewing
    look up Tire Rack

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      I prefer Discount Tire because they are in all the areas I’ve ever traveled. It makes taking care of warranty issues a breeze. Plus they do free air fill-ups. Those are nice when it’s cold outside.

    • @stanleythomas8457
      @stanleythomas8457 Před rokem

      Yes , that's a good idea

  • @millie8399
    @millie8399 Před rokem

    If your in the mood for more burritos on your next Joshua Tree adventure, listen to the The Flying Burrito Brothers, Hot Burrito #1!😊

  • @illiteratus
    @illiteratus Před rokem

    Wow, you pop so hard against that sunset that it almost looks fake.
    But yea, nothing quite like the desert.

  • @kenplummer4644
    @kenplummer4644 Před rokem +1

    Thanks!

  • @usadaytrader
    @usadaytrader Před rokem

    I actually prefer the YellowBird Jalapeno version. Thanks for turning me on to that brand. Thankfully Ralphs has it in-store.

  • @Bernimv
    @Bernimv Před rokem

    @Static CamperVan Love those picture shots intro very beautifully. I'm called a snowbird as well 😆I headed to NM from TX to avoid cold nights, yep last night 16° with the wind I screenshot to show my familia. Oh yeah, I seem to ramble. Can you, or did you show how you season your pan? I could've missed it or haven't caught up to that one. Pretty purple flower

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      16° is a little chilly. I have shown how I season my carbon steel pan. I’ll probably do another video on it as I re-season the pan on a semi-regular basis

  • @staffordgarland9226
    @staffordgarland9226 Před rokem +1

    thanks

  • @exoticbeautyblisssimpson8430

    There is a portable shower you can buy at Walmart it looks like a back pack with a small solar panel to sit in the sun to warm up the 3 gallons of water it holds

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Those shower bags work well but don’t last long. The plastic bag develops holes and tears. I prefer to avoid them

  • @thizizliz
    @thizizliz Před rokem

    It's been a weird winter - cold, but when it's freezing, no precip. When there's precip, it's too warm for snow, so my weeds are taking off like I was in the Midwest! Crazy. In Yucca Valley, we have Sue's Natural Food on highway 62 just west of 247 (oldwoman springs road) It's on the north side of the highway. If you ever need water and power while here, don't hesitate to moochdock at our house. I think you're smelling the Creosote bushes. We've grown to love it but yeah. Up here in YV it's usually a few degrees cooler than JT because we're quite a bit higher. Ground work is great coffee.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Liz. I’m not in the area anymore but I appreciate your offer.

  • @thizizliz
    @thizizliz Před rokem

    By the way, we now have a Grocery Outlet - affectionately known as Gross Out! it is right on that corner, you'd pass it going to Sue's. With all that wind, it must have been Monday. Brrrr. Oh, ethiopian coffee is usually single origin which means it didn't sit around waiting for other beans and so it is not as moldy. That's why I prefer it. @JTCoffee has a couple of single origin beans, so you may want to check that out.

  • @maadolfo905
    @maadolfo905 Před rokem

    Blown engines and sinking sand.. my dreams of hitting the road ...seems shaky now...lots to learn......thanks I guess....Mary

  • @del_33
    @del_33 Před rokem

    I just got my tires🚗 for my pro master city for 106.00ea GoodYear 65k warranty @ Walmart and purchase the extended 10k warranty for all location. I usually go American tire or a well known auto shop however prices have doubled.

  • @howl13
    @howl13 Před rokem

    have you tried using a vacuum seal storage for your coffee? it might help to keep it fresh

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      No, I don’t have room for one. But also, vacuum sealing coffee hasn’t proven to be effective. As soon as coffee id roasted, it begins to lose flavor. Best to use it quickly

  • @mommahil4323
    @mommahil4323 Před rokem +1

    great vid. I think the aeropress cleans up a lot more easily than the french press but I find the coffee too strong - I need to take some time to do what you've done and find out how much water to add at the end. what was in that coffee? it looked interesting texture and made quite a sound as you poured it into the aeropress, was it just very coarse ground? and whoever gave you the idea for that shower - that's amazing!

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      There are a number of recipes here on CZcams for AeroPress brewing.
      Changing up how you brew can make a dramatic difference in the final cup. For instance, AeroPress recommends a two minute brew time where I use a 4 minute brew.
      Nothing was in the coffee I brewed. My microphone can accentuate some sounds.
      Generally I grind my coffee a little finer for an AeroPress brew.

  • @stephen627
    @stephen627 Před rokem

    You’ll scoff at me for even suggesting this..but when I don’t feel like grinding the coffee beans and brewing the coffee I took a cue from my late grandmother and keep freeze dried coffee around and it’s not bad at all. I’m currently using the Folgers brand “Noir”. I like it and it saves you a little bit of hassle. Keep a jar of it stashed in your rig. You might find it handy. It’s good for a late night cup. Cheers!

    • @stephen627
      @stephen627 Před rokem +1

      Less than a tea spoon full per cup. It’s strong.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      I absolutely will not scoff at you for drinking instant coffee. But I would scoff if you served it to me. Haha. Drink what you like! That’s what I do.

  • @tumblebugspace
    @tumblebugspace Před rokem +10

    I’m out of Yellow Bird Serrano Condiment! Buy and eat what tastes and seems right to you, until/unless it doesn’t anymore! You are responsible for introducing me to that tasty, spicy sauce, but I can’t find it locally. (I had purchased my previous one bottle from an online grocer, which I quit being a member of.) When I find some, I’m gonna get some for sure! Please ignore trolls. They’re *real.* Sometimes I can sound kind of harsh because this is just text, but I don’t dislike you! You’re a thinker, one who ponders subjects great and small, and are perceptive, too. There are people so toxic that they look for others to jab with their nastiness. I didn’t want to believe it at first, but it’s real. You put yourself out in front of the camera and it’s just essential that those who are doing that develop good sense about determining the difference between constructive criticism, random commentary, and super toxic people trying to get to your emotions and wound them *because they enjoy doing so.* 😳 Of course, I don’t do what you do so it’s easier said than done! I dumped Patreon because of their manipulation of some of my subscriptions through their platform, but I still watch here and “thumbs up” everything. (Dairy has far fewer antinutrients than grain-based beverages, with essential fatty acids and proteins, too. Glad you’re feeling better with dairy.) Yay, Scott! ☮️❤️🐾

    • @RicardoSicks
      @RicardoSicks Před rokem

      amazon

    • @JG-kv4oi
      @JG-kv4oi Před rokem +2

      My Wife and I love Yellowbird Serrano, I've been buying six 19.6oz bottles at once directly from Yellowbird for 60.00 total including shipping so it was 10 bucks per. Price has gone to 16.00 per bottle now and now that doesn't include shipping so we're now at about 20 bucks per.
      I've come up with a close substitute. A 16 bottle of Victoria medium heat green salsa Verde put in the mini blender for about 2 seconds and add 2 or 3 tablespoons of Melinda's green sauce ( has green tomatoes, jalapeños, spinach, cilantro and garlic) to it. So I'm making about 17oz of faux Yellowbird for less than 3 bucks. Next batch I'll add a little green chillies to it.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +4

      Thanks Tumble Bug. I enjoy your comments. Today was typical for me. I’m simply sharing what’s on my mind, but I rarely dwell on negative comments from trolls. Or negative anything.
      I really appreciate you watching. Patreon support has kept me making videos but I’m mostly looking for video views. So Thanks for all your support!

  • @jimclark7233
    @jimclark7233 Před 8 měsíci

    Scott - holy cow. Just trying to be helpful, OK? Check your audio on this one. My windows RATTLED! LOL!! Thanks!

  • @demultiplexdfunc177
    @demultiplexdfunc177 Před rokem

    Whenever you want a nice hot shower and in the Bay Area, please let me know. We allow to have a guess at our gym. They also serve coffee as well - all you can drink. They also have hot tubs, steam room and sauna as well.

  • @WalksInCamera
    @WalksInCamera Před rokem

    Was that a short section of Jesse Gallagher music in the interlude? He does some cool music.

  • @patsykluting-lucas3804
    @patsykluting-lucas3804 Před rokem +2

    It's been awhile since you made your homemade taco shells.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +2

      Yes. I have found Trader Joe’s is much less expensive versus making my own. I should make some for practice sake though

  • @AnasAdventures111
    @AnasAdventures111 Před rokem +2

    I was wondering how long it was going to take you to get down here to the desert. Smart move. I stayed at that spot last week and recognize those rigs. The only problem with the other side of the 10 fwy is the spotty cell reception. I love that area along Box Canyon Rd but like you said , beware of the soft sand. Are you planning to head to Quartzsite?

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +3

      We probably shouldn’t even mention Box Canyon, if everyone knew how much prettier it is on that side, it will fill up! Haha
      Believe it or not, I have no plans whatsoever.

    • @AnasAdventures111
      @AnasAdventures111 Před rokem

      @@StaticCamperVan I’m the same way, my plans are up in the air. I literally almost drove to that spot today because there’s a free dump and water station just up the road and last time I was there I drove through JTNP and there was no charge. But, we’ll keep that to ourselves as well.

  • @chasewyatt2014
    @chasewyatt2014 Před rokem

    I'm a little late to the party here, but I was hoping you'd drive or walk a bit farther down. I may well have been there when you were. I prefer to go farther west on that road closer to that "butte" hill (by that abandoned white car). Tends to be fewer folks. It's such a great location with great hiking on the other side of the burm. I've been there about 4 times this winter. Side note, I've noticed a couple people that have been in the same spots all winter, so I feel that they don't enforce the 14 day rule. Anyway, maybe run into you one of these days.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      I did walk way down to the West a couple of times. But I parked close to Cottonwood to stay on the legal area. It’s far to get to the next legal spot to the west. I also watch the 14 day rule since I’ve had a number of people tell me that they are waiting for any reason to turn me in. Haha

    • @chasewyatt2014
      @chasewyatt2014 Před rokem

      @@StaticCamperVan I don't know where the boundary is as Ive seen no signs indicating where the line is. I have parked as far as the western edge of that flat topped sand hill/dune with no worries. The rangers have come by several times and no problem.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      You can get a map or view the areas on an app. I prefer using an app that works off GPS.

  • @rvgrandmacharlotte4604

    That dampness in the NW seems colder at 20 than when it is low humidity at 20.

  • @bevtrue6937
    @bevtrue6937 Před rokem

    When i first moved to CA, (L.A.) I loved it but before too long i started disliking it because of the traffic. I solved it by moving to San Fran. Hahaha. I actually have a picture of myself (7mo pregnant, carrying my son Joshua) standing in front of a huge Joshua Tree cactus. Funny, huh? (His name came later.)

  • @davemenard5089
    @davemenard5089 Před rokem

    I eat yellow bird sauce because of this channel and I drink sanka coffee (don’t hate me)

  • @janisvahanian1911
    @janisvahanian1911 Před rokem +1

    Scar I’ve heard you speak of this yellow bird hot sauce many times. I went on eBay and see that there are two kinds. One is habanero and one is jalapeño. Which one do you by? And you’re right good Lord it is expensive. 19.6 ounce for $21

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Oh please don’t buy it from eBay, that’s outrageous! Regular price for the 19.6 oz bottle I bought was $9.
      Yellowbird makes several flavors. My favorite is the Serrano.
      REI is a great place to buy Yellowbird. They sell a 2oz travel size bottle. If you don’t like the flavor you picked, then you’re only out a little bit.
      Some Kroger stores carry Yellowbird, too.

  • @dieseltherapy59
    @dieseltherapy59 Před rokem +1

    My wife always tells me to clean as I go. I still wind up with a mess.

  • @janisvahanian1911
    @janisvahanian1911 Před rokem

    I meant to write Scott. So sorry

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      No worries. You’re writing to the world’s worst speller

  • @lornaz1975
    @lornaz1975 Před rokem

    Your skillet looks like mine lol! I have practically the same one. Mine might be a half inch wider.
    I once watched this guy who would take Lodge cast iron skillets and smooth the bottoms. He showed me an important fact. Its not the seasoning that makes it non stick its heat and oil. He took that unseasoned skillet he ground down and fried an egg on it, slid it around and flipped it. After that I stopped worrying about seasoning.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Is this the pan you have?: czcams.com/video/UsmtB0r-sBQ/video.html

    • @lornaz1975
      @lornaz1975 Před rokem +1

      @@StaticCamperVan Not the exact one. I don't think yours is available any more but it is the mineral B by Debyer. You were the influence for me getting it lol!

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Mine is the Carbone not the Mineral B. But they are somewhat similar

    • @lornaz1975
      @lornaz1975 Před rokem

      @@StaticCamperVan Right. I don't know what the difference is other than beeswax or something but its good enough regardless. I have a stainless triclad for acidic stuff.

  • @myaccount227
    @myaccount227 Před rokem

    Lots of pollen on those creosote bushes...

  • @rozswartzett180
    @rozswartzett180 Před rokem

    I just googled it and yellow bird serrano hot sauce is sold at REI. that’s very strange to me. Is that true?

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Yes, I’ve actually mentioned that several times in the past. REI sells 2oz travel sized bottles. It’s a good way to try out Yellowbird without committing to a full size bottle. Also REI sells seasonal flavors of Yellowbird, most stores do not.

  • @aspielife9323
    @aspielife9323 Před rokem

    0 degrees C is the freezing temp of water. I'd say its safe to assume THATS COLD! People who say its not must have anti-freeze in their veins... and brains.

  • @charmaine612
    @charmaine612 Před rokem

    Hi, I always wondered have you ever encountered with bear and how do you stay safe from bear when you are camping in your car? Much appreciated from Australia 🙏🙏🙏

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      The only bear encounter’s I’ve had were way back when I was a kid while camping in Yosemite. These days I don’t get very far into the backcountry. So bear sightings are rare.

  • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531

    Did you find some good tires?

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      I’ll have a video about the tires up at some point

  • @bevtrue6937
    @bevtrue6937 Před rokem

    Does pink salt taste the same as regular salt? I generally get low sodium salt. Never tried pink.

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Yes, Pink Salt is regular sea salt, in a sense. It has lots of minerals but no real difference in flavor

    • @bevtrue6937
      @bevtrue6937 Před rokem

      @@StaticCamperVan Thanks! I was curious but not curious enough to buy any. Thanks for assuaging my curiousity. (It is freezing cold in FL these days brrrr.)

  • @lisasomewhere88
    @lisasomewhere88 Před rokem

    That area really is awesome! Hope you also got to enjoy the park! :) Not sure if you're at all interested in Baja, but... if you're going there, pls hit me up! There's also a rather big van meetup happening soonish.. :)

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem +1

      Baja would be a dream. Not sure when I will be able to go, though.
      Hope your travels are as awesome as they look.

    • @lisasomewhere88
      @lisasomewhere88 Před rokem

      @@StaticCamperVan I really hope you can fulfill that dream some time soon! It´s not always easy here, but we never felt unsafe. I bet it's nothing you would have any troubles navigating! :)

  • @sharonmattes748
    @sharonmattes748 Před 4 měsíci

    How do you decide where to go?

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před 4 měsíci

      Weather is usually the top priority. For the last thirty some years I’ve had a list of places that looked interesting.

  • @bonniekaye
    @bonniekaye Před rokem

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @tmailone1
    @tmailone1 Před rokem +2

    what side of Hwy 10 did you camp on ?

  • @kimd8873
    @kimd8873 Před rokem

    Dude - how about drinking tea sometimes? 🤗

  • @kenplummer4644
    @kenplummer4644 Před rokem +2

    people getting after you about cold, jackets, etc.... They need to get a life,,,,to each his own!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @StaticCamperVan
      @StaticCamperVan  Před rokem

      Sometimes I mention random thoughts. But those thoughts are just that, random

  • @Shel731
    @Shel731 Před rokem +1

    Come to Quartzite ❤ everyone else is here too lol

  • @seanh4841
    @seanh4841 Před rokem

    I just let people pass me on the steep grades, I burn through the fuel trying to maintain 100kmh on steep grades.