So you’re a vanlifer now… If you’ve been thrown into van life and you don’t know where to turn, don’t worry. Everyone goes through rough times and it’s important to understand that a lot of people willingly choose this lifestyle, so it’s not the end of the world. In fact, this could be the beginning …
STEALTH π±βπ€
DIRECTORY Appearance of RigWindowsFalse WallsWhere To ParkSleeping LocationsFlying Under The Radar Appearance Of Rig Donβt make it look like you live in your van. Robbery is a sad reality we face in this world. Lessen your chance of becoming a victim by keeping your belongings organized and stealthy. Keep the outside of your rig …
SOLAR
You donβt want to rush into solar. If you set it up wrong you could die, so take it seriously and do your research! There are tons of videos and tutorials. Check out my friend, Will Prowse, for an abundance of video tutorials on building your own solar setups.
SHELTER π π©
This page is dedicated to helping you find shelter in a desperate time of need. You never know when you may find yourself in an emergency situation and in need of a little more shelter than a tin can with wheels on it. There are many places you can find shelter. Your best bet is …
SAFETY π
How To Stay Safe As A Vanlifer Traveling is amazing, but it doesn’t come without risks. There a few basic rules you can follow to keep yourself safe. Don’t share your current location. (except with friends/family) Don’t tell people you’re traveling alone. Look out for items oddly placed on your car such as zip ties …
How To Keep Pests Out of Van Life π
How To Keep Pests Out of Van Life DIRECTORY MiceDogs & Cats BugsMosquitos MICE Mice is one of the most common pests that vanlifers face. Cedarwood & Peppermint oils deter rodents. The Foolproof Way to Keep Mice and Other Pests out of Your Van – Sparky DOGS & CATS Spray stuff that deters dogs …
PARKING π (Sleep Camping)
DIRECTORY General TipsSafety Websites/Online/AppsParking OptionsPublic LandCityPlaces to Avoid General Tips The first step when it comes to van life parking is knowing where it is legal to sleep in the area. β’ Hide in plain sight – Park where your vehicle blends in. Find a safe neighborhood, big parking lot, or a well-lit street with …
HYGIENE π§Ό
DIRECTORY Self CarePlaces To Clean UpSingle Stall BathroomsShowersProductsClothes Self Care You wouldn’t keep driving your van without changing the oil and replacing parts when you need them, so make sure you treat your body the same!Always allow ample time for self-care daily. Not taking care of yourself is the fastest way to get burnt out …
Van Life Hashtags #οΈβ£
#οΈβ£ The best hashtags to find exactly what you’re looking for on any given site. DIRECTORY Van LifeCampers/RV Specific Vans Area Specific Exploring/Nature Specific Ladies Broad Best places to find & rank hashtags Van Life #vanlife #van #govan #LivingInAVan #VanDwelling #nomad #vanlifers #vanlifecommunity #vanlifeclub #vanlifesociety #vancrush #projectvanlife #vanlifemovement #vanliferevolution #vanlifestyle #vanlifeculture #vanlifedistrict #homeiswhereyouparkit #homeonwheels #RealVanLife …
Facebook Groups π
DIRECTORY Best Practices Broad Van Life Groups General Travel Meetups, Friends, & DatingWomen Only Location Based/Camping Mechanics / MaintenanceFinding Work Those Helping Travelers Specific Groups to Give You Ideas Best Practices Facebook Groups with around 5000 members will often get you better and faster responses. If you have general questions look for non-specific groups with …