Your Guide To Van Life
DIRECTORY Appearance of RigWindowsFalse WallsWhere To ParkSleeping LocationsFlying Under The Radar Appearance Of Rig Don’t 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 …
You don’t 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.
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 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 …
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. • Hide in plain sight – Park where your vehicle blends in. Find a safe neighborhood, big parking lot, or a well-lit street with …
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 …
Finding Electricity in Van Life DIRECTORY Weird Places I’ve Plugged InRestaurants that often have outletsRestaurants that almost never have outlets Weird Places I’ve Plugged In Library – check google reviews College Campus– if you are a student, or with one. Parks– usually near a pavilion, restroom, or light poleMall (indoor/outdoor) (many places: food court, …
DIRECTORY Clothes StorageWashing ClothesLaundromatsStaying Pressed Clothes Storage One of the biggest space-saving struggles vanlifers come across is clothing. It can be hard to decide what you need to keep & what you can get rid of for spare room. I’ve definitely gotten rid of dressier clothing, thinking “I won’t need that when I’m vanlifing” and …
How To Find Bathrooms & Vanlife Toilet Options Finding public restrooms is getting a tad more difficult these days with the global pandemilovato. Vanlifers & normal travelers are all having issues finding open & clean bathrooms to fulfill their urgent needs. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with everything from “find-it-nearby” apps to in-rig toilet …