#16 Van Tour: Solo senior woman full time nomad. New van tour of her no build minivan camper.

After 7 months of living full time in my minivan this is an update on the changes I've made. I'll show you how I take everything but the furniture out (yes I have miniature furniture:) to purge, clean and organize at a beautiful campground.
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  • @jazziered142
    @jazziered1427 ай бұрын

    I went to the redwood forest by Crescent City, California in September, and I can't stop thinking about it. I'm thinking about moving there. It is truly magical.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    7 ай бұрын

    That's how i felt. It was an energy. 💙🦋💙

  • @debrallewis
    @debrallewis2 жыл бұрын

    You are so blessed to be able to travel like this. No wonder the tears come easily when you see a part of nature that speaks to you. If only more people cared even half as much as you!Personally, I think we are born in order to experience this life and I subscribe to KZreadrs who show me their honest emotions. If they’re just yammering on like a machine and not showing how they feel, welI can get that at my office or the grocery store. The Redwoods videos will be outstanding. Glad you are taking the time you need to create them. . . And enjoying your travels. Have you ever thought about staying in a campground for a week and giving yourself a break from daily longish drives?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Debra. You would think you could get used to seeing granduer but I don't. It takes my breath away every time. I stay at campgrounds a few times a month but I would rather spend that money on gas.

  • @awakesevenyears8284

    @awakesevenyears8284

    2 жыл бұрын

    Beautifully said!

  • @insightandintuition276

    @insightandintuition276

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks you give me courage to do what I have been longing to do for the past 6 years since Harry died. I allowed the fear to stop me. today I spent 2 hours prepping my van for travel thanks for another beautiful video just love the scenery there and the turquoise around your neck made your gorgeous blue eyes pop😊👍

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    @@insightandintuition276 That's so sweet of you. I'm glad your getting ready to seek beauty and adventure. You can email me at ButterflyTracks@aol.com if you have any questions. Maybe we can camp together sometime. 💙🦋💙

  • @Debrajoy
    @Debrajoy Жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful place! I don't know how people can hang out in the desert all the time 😂💕

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Debrajoy. 👋 i love your channel. 💙 I can visit and admire the desert, but I'm from Florida, so I prefer lush, green, tropical.

  • @aprilbaxter2578
    @aprilbaxter2578 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the update. What a beautiful day you had to do some Spring cleaning!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes it was! 😎

  • @suesmith6770
    @suesmith6770 Жыл бұрын

    This is a nice view of Colorado . When I visited many years ago it was dry hot arid & lots of forest fires . They actually evacuated a town we stopped in because of fires .

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    I was so lucky in many ways on my trip to the West. Not seeing any wildfires was fortunate.

  • @antoinette272
    @antoinette2722 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing - cozy and beautiful. Cannot have too many pillows!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Antoinette. I agree on the pillows.

  • @wandervan2648
    @wandervan2648 Жыл бұрын

    I truly enjoy your videos and all of the lovely "camper lady" tours. It's very interesting and you can learn some things about storage and making the most out of smaller spaces. Thanks!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. 😊

  • @wandacraig8286
    @wandacraig82862 жыл бұрын

    Lovely refreshing colors and I'm sure you find it so especially when in the desert. Nice cool colors for summer too. Will be looki g forward to the Redwood Forest video, but you take whatever time you need. No pressure Sweetie 😘

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Wanda. 🙂

  • @OrigamiCalm
    @OrigamiCalm2 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful campground and thank you for sharing your van interior with us. I love your ocean theme. It all looks so neat and organised. A great reminder of the benefits of living tiny.. that looks a lot quicker than cleaning an entire house ( + garage etc)! Lovely to see Susie and Coco too 🙂. Best wishes from Norfolk, England.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. It doesn't take long for small space to get messy but it also doesn't take long to clean it either. 🙂

  • @CraftHarlot
    @CraftHarlot Жыл бұрын

    That's brilliant to keep your clothes in the zipper pillow cases!! I've been trying to figure out some space-saving storage ideas, and this is so smart!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. It's also great for propping your feet up at night.

  • @sipprianaw6539
    @sipprianaw65392 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sharing. Love your van set up. Safe travels to you. 😉

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Sipprianna. 🙂

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania62942 жыл бұрын

    Finally living in my Dodge Grand Caravan, which has been converted into a home on wheels with a raised roof, bed, shower, and solar power system with lighting as well. I have been living in the van since February 2022 and working a part-time job. So far it's going well. My only challenges are my excess body weight, which I am working on, and my arthritic hip that's missing cartilage in the joint, very painful trying to walk and move about.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi PetuniaRomania. I wish I could do a van tour of your set up. Sounds nice. 😊

  • @VEWNZ
    @VEWNZ2 жыл бұрын

    Love yr configuration AND the beautifully coordinated decor showcasing our beautiful planet. You inspired me to keep on prepping my minivan and I'm NEARLY there. On the hunt for a recliner lounger for a bed. The forest (we call it The Bush here in NZ) filled with ancient native trees, feels, sounds, smells breathtaking and when you reached your Redwoods it must have felt both triumphant and exhilarating to get there against all the odds, the lockdowns.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Virginia. I remember what it was like to be nearly there.... It makes me appreciate where I am when I remember what it took to get here. Against the odds. That would make a great video.

  • @imaredhead1
    @imaredhead12 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the update. It helps to see how things evolve. You mentioned some things that you’re letting go of. What are those items? Clothes? Things you discovered you don’t really use? It would be fun to know what you are discovering doesn’t work as you thought… You’re a wonderful person to share your adventures with us!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion. That would make a good video. Matter of fact, it would really be a comedy! 😊

  • @cynvanvliet5347
    @cynvanvliet534716 күн бұрын

    I absolutely enjoy your channel. Someday I want to join you on a journey across the states. Wonderful, thanks for sharing!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    15 күн бұрын

    We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions to answer. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

  • @cynvanvliet5347

    @cynvanvliet5347

    15 күн бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks I joined yesterday. I'm learning so much from your videos. I can relate to the world seeming 2D. I feel like I'm just waiting to be called home but your videos give me hope, and courage. I've started my purchase of what I need, maybe next year I'll be ready.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    14 күн бұрын

    I remember feeling just like that. 💙🦋💙

  • @lauraelder5541
    @lauraelder5541 Жыл бұрын

    You're in my beautiful hometown. 😍

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Wish I could have stayed longer. 🙂

  • @nancyheneghan4760
    @nancyheneghan47602 жыл бұрын

    I know exactly how emotional the redwoods are. I got to see them at 12 yrs old so when we went to my sister in law’s wedding at Yosemite we went to see the redwoods there and my husband who has never been off the east coast and also a wood worker just saw those beautiful trees and stood there crying. Beautiful spacious campground. Here they are all crammed in cheek to jowl.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Nancy. The variety of beauty in this country seems unlimited and the redwoods are among the crown jewels.

  • @EmiliaGarcia-sh1my
    @EmiliaGarcia-sh1my8 ай бұрын

    Hi Jan 🙋‍♀️ Beautiful campsite ❤️😊 Love your decor❤️😊 Safe travels ❤️😊

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks, Emilia. 💙🦋💙

  • @j.bean8672
    @j.bean86722 жыл бұрын

    Wow! That’s how families should be & what families should be doing. Relaxing at the park with a picnic, perfect. Wish I was there! Safe travels!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Isn't it great to see that in spite of what you hear, Americans are still enjoying America? I love it. ❤️

  • @jodybogdanovich4333

    @jodybogdanovich4333

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks I love America but hate the hypocritical elite politicians who are trying to tear it down. God Bless America! 🇺🇲

  • @gapeach51170
    @gapeach51170 Жыл бұрын

    It does make your heart smile to see families enjoying the outdoors and each other :)

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    🙂

  • @mooselll
    @mooselll2 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the tour. I have a Grand Caravan. I have it set up in about the same configuration. I liked your toilet decor. I need to do something like that so mine looks “more feminine”. I have an uncovered Home Depot bucket and seat. It would be a lot nicer with a fuzzy lid. Stay safe and cool.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    In another video I showed a stretchy, velvet ottoman cover that I have used in the past. It was a little big, but might be just right for yours.

  • @clarasmith1873
    @clarasmith18732 жыл бұрын

    I like that your van has a theme.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Clara.

  • @cherylmckay9347
    @cherylmckay93472 жыл бұрын

    What a gorgeous spot!! Thanks for sharing your van interior with us, I really appreciate it. Great ideas. Thanks

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Cheryl. 🙂

  • @richardscott5155
    @richardscott51552 жыл бұрын

    Amazing

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Richard. 🙂

  • @richardscott5155

    @richardscott5155

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks Good luck almost at 10,000 subscribers 👍

  • @CrystalAdVANtures
    @CrystalAdVANtures2 жыл бұрын

    Ohh SNAP! Did you say ‘Ice Maker’? 😱. How Awesome. I need one of those. 😃. Can you do a video on that some day please? That would be awesome. I loved your van tour. It looks very cozy. Be blessed and stay safe

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Crystal .Yes, indeed I do have an ice maker. What's a southern girl to do without one? Good suggestion. I don’t use it all the time so I can show how to clean it out so it doesn't get moldy.

  • @CrystalAdVANtures

    @CrystalAdVANtures

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks Yesss that would be great. I’m just happy to know I can also have one in my van too. Is it 12 volt?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    No it's a 110 outlet plug. They may make a 12v.

  • @DATAPRINCESS
    @DATAPRINCESS Жыл бұрын

    When I first started watching nomad and vanlife videos, I was intimidated by all the removing of seats and retrofitting parts of the vehicles. Then I started seeing the "no build" stuff and then it seems more doable.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Right. This was easy and not as expensive. I'm working on a video about my bed and a few other tricks for this week.

  • @mycharmedunicorn8715
    @mycharmedunicorn8715 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for showing us your van. Just a thought, get a tarp to lay out behind tour van to lay your stuff in to clean

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I'm in the middle of doing that now as I'm giving my van a makeover.

  • @stormyrivers
    @stormyrivers2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad I came across your channel. I'm at a crossroads, deciding whether stay stuck taking care of a house, or sell it & buy a van or rv. You're an inspiration. 👍

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Stormy. I remember that crossroads. Pretty sure I took the one less traveled. 😊

  • @maddygvanlifer435
    @maddygvanlifer4352 жыл бұрын

    Love your no build. It's so nice and comfy.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Maddyg. When I have been at friends or gotten a rare hotel, I would always rather sleep in my van.

  • @skytechbits
    @skytechbits2 жыл бұрын

    Very colorful, comfy, and organized for sure. I love the sunset. It does look like fire. Numbering your videos is a great idea. Have fun and safe travels.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, SkyTechBits.🙂

  • @claraguzman6842
    @claraguzman68422 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tour. Safe travels!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Clara. 🙂

  • @richardpauly1635
    @richardpauly16352 жыл бұрын

    You seem very emotional everything looks great

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Richard. 👋 I've always been emotional about the Redwoods and I thought it was my biggest goal. I'm so grateful there is so much more to look forward to. 🙂

  • @lindaperry9950
    @lindaperry9950 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Jan. You could use the self stick velcro for your new storage basket instead of bungi cords.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah, I tried that first. It looked better, but didn't secure it over time.

  • @lindaperry9950

    @lindaperry9950

    Жыл бұрын

    Well darn 😞. Yeah I forget that that video was a while ago. 😃 I hope you are in a nice warm place. It's 12° 🥶here today in Central OR.

  • @turtlegram31656
    @turtlegram316562 жыл бұрын

    Hello Butterfly, your home is beautiful. My home base is in the Redwoods, Northern Humboldt County. Will keep my eyes open for you. I am also a 66 yr old mother/ grandmother, retired RN and semi nomad. Enjoy your journey.🏖️

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, aturtlegram. 🙂 You are lucky to live in such a beautiful place.

  • @bambihargrove6499
    @bambihargrove64992 жыл бұрын

    You have such a cute ocean van, your furr babies love it too 😍

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Bambi. At first I worried about them getting out of the van and I would not leave the doors open like that anywhere else, but they can't wait to get back to their "den." 🙂

  • @alicial6072
    @alicial6072 Жыл бұрын

    I go to dog events and the dogs are crated in the vehicle and when its sunny and warm everyone puts these shade tarps over the car they are like a reflective mesh with a strip of grommets around the outside; they really work well they reflect the sun, but the mesh allows it to breath it makes the car about 10-15 degrees cooler you can either secure with bungee cords or magnets.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    I've seen that. I want to get it for this summer. Aluminet.

  • @alicial6072

    @alicial6072

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks Oh my it's expensive i bought mine like 10 years ago and it was only about $50 but it works well there maybe something just as good for a better price.

  • @lotusdolphin
    @lotusdolphin2 жыл бұрын

    Jan I love love love your decor! I am certainly an ocean person as well. Thank you for the update and the van tour. You had some good tips and tricks. Thank you. Safe travels obviously going away from California so it doesn’t look like I’ll see you this trip. Look forward to the redwood video. Love seeing 🌊Susie and Coco! Love from California💜😎🤟🏻🇺🇸🚙

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Liz. I will be back next year. Looking forward to meeting you. 😊 The girls really feel like it's home. ❤️

  • @stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314
    @stephaniesimmons-ashorobi33142 жыл бұрын

    A very good vid,most enjoyable.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Stephanie. 🙂

  • @tracymarie5
    @tracymarie5 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. 🙂

  • @pennywawiorka6431
    @pennywawiorka64312 жыл бұрын

    Jan Looks like you are comfy in your van, and its very roomy inside. Like the floor and your colors. So cute your dogs, nice to have little companions along. That sunset was beautiful, and it did look like fire, bet it was prettier in real time. Enough room at campground to feel comfortable, some are so crowded. Have fun, take care. keep these great blogs going👌👌👍👍🤓

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Penny. 😍 It's nice to have good people like you along for the ride. ❤️

  • @debbiepotter4592
    @debbiepotter4592 Жыл бұрын

    I so wish I could drive. I would do this. Make my jewelry and travel the country.

  • @beth.icanfly3983
    @beth.icanfly39832 жыл бұрын

    I love seeing the "little" things...they spark ideas for my build and help me realize something I've overlooked. To be honest, I hate cleaning and housework, but there's something about doing it in the shade outside that makes it seem delightful! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Beth. Yes, I much prefer a campground to a hotel and it's a pleasure to do housework there.

  • @traceygrenier5845
    @traceygrenier5845 Жыл бұрын

    Hello. Very not ce. Such happiness, I love it as well. BI just took trip to Wells, Maine. In my Dodge Vancampers. Soo much fun! Stealth 2 nights at Seabrook, New Hampshire Rest Area. Allowed to camp there 2 days at a time. Stayed free checked out Hampton Beach day time and Seabrook Town. Then on to Wells, Maine best campground ever, Beach Acres on Rt#1Post Road. 16mins from Perkins Cone, Maine to Marginal Way. After you walk eat at the Cove at Barnical Billy's, best Lobster dinner. If you are ever in that area stay campground, family owned 41yrs. God bless safe travels.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Tracey. 👋 Thank you for that information. I'll put it in my notes. 🙂

  • @traceygrenier5845

    @traceygrenier5845

    Жыл бұрын

    Such a spiritual experience , I'm truly blessed traveling wherever I want. God's Grace

  • @lockeshop
    @lockeshop Жыл бұрын

    Brilliant idea with the pillows! omg I never would have through of keeping extras in them!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    🙂

  • @sherrylovenguth657
    @sherrylovenguth6572 жыл бұрын

    Nice set up!

  • @gracecallowayable
    @gracecallowayable2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!!!👠🚌👠

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Graycee. 🙂

  • @marlenearocho3680
    @marlenearocho36802 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for showing us your lovely home on wheels. Where do your toddlers sleep ? And can you show us what you were talking about with your bed.?? Did you say a lawn chair with the legs cut off ?? Thanks again Jan. Safe travels !

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Marlene.The girls sleep in the front seats. Yes, a lawn chair with no arms. I can show details in a video. I looked for one that folds at the hip, not at the shoulder. The front/top legs are not cut, they are 11 inches tall. The back of the van is higher so my brother cut off a few inches back there to level it. I have plenty of headroom when I sit in the bed.

  • @zolaburgess8344
    @zolaburgess83442 жыл бұрын

    Enjoy each sweet moment! ❤️

  • @mariagraham8752
    @mariagraham8752 Жыл бұрын

    Your van is very nice love it thank you for sharing Jan. Have a great weekend camping.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Maria. 🙂

  • @lisakeeton1309
    @lisakeeton1309 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the update!love that camp site where you was big lots! Safe travels

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Lisa. 🙂

  • @Linda-td8hj
    @Linda-td8hj Жыл бұрын

    Love the pillows and bed looks so soft

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Linda. It's the most comfortable bed I've ever had.

  • @simplyliving1808
    @simplyliving18082 жыл бұрын

    Great idea using the foot stools as a quick cooktop. I have a tall and small one. Thanks for the idea 👍👍

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep, sometimes all you need is quick and easy. 🙂

  • @triflegrl
    @triflegrl Жыл бұрын

    Check out THE WILD TREES, a wonderful book about the Redwoods, and the first scientists to explore the canopy.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Julie. 👋 I'll look for The Wild Trees. I hope it's on Kindle. Thanks. 😊

  • @ReneaDooserider
    @ReneaDooserider Жыл бұрын

    Nice set up enjoyed your video thank you for Sharing. 💕🦋💜

  • @TraceyKorol
    @TraceyKorol2 жыл бұрын

    Nice Video Jan...Love your van...take care and Safe Travels😘

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 🤗

  • @crusinwithmoe924
    @crusinwithmoe9242 жыл бұрын

    Very nice love it 🐬🐬🌅🌊☮️🎸💯✌️❤️❤️🐬🐬

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. 😊

  • @OGDreamer
    @OGDreamer2 жыл бұрын

    Going on my 3rd outing soon. I’m so ready to be full time😃

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey, Dreamer's Rebel Yell. I'm excited for you! 😍

  • @OGDreamer

    @OGDreamer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks I’m just Dreamer lol. Keep forgetting to change that. 💙

  • @kimberlywentz5645
    @kimberlywentz56452 жыл бұрын

    I admire you for being able to do this. I cannot wait to transform my van. I really like your setup, it is very cute. I am going to use your pillow idea, thanks!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Kimberly. 🙂

  • @utahhomessandygeorge-realt9082
    @utahhomessandygeorge-realt9082 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice! Love your ocean theme and color scheme!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sandy. 🙂

  • @sylvialmartel
    @sylvialmartel2 жыл бұрын

    I would like to know more about you chair you use for a bed Please. very neat and tidy. Be Blessed always.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sissy. I will do a video on the bed. 🙂 Busy with the meet up and van tours here, but the bed is on the list to do soon.

  • @virginiatolles1664
    @virginiatolles1664 Жыл бұрын

    Storing clothes in pillow covers is a great idea!

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Virginia. 🙂

  • @rick5653
    @rick5653 Жыл бұрын

    It looks very cozy. God bless

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    😊

  • @lisaandlilybass
    @lisaandlilybass Жыл бұрын

    So so beautiful ❤️ love your van 💖

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Lisa. 😊

  • @kimsargeant8126
    @kimsargeant81262 жыл бұрын

    That is a lovely spot.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kim. It was so relaxing. 😊

  • @MySonsMother
    @MySonsMother2 жыл бұрын

    I feel emotionally attached to the red woods, too, as that’s where I was born. I returned, after my sister passed away, to the same two campgrounds in the redwood forest for 1 night each. I wish I could’ve stayed longer but I have to get back and get my new to me van titled. Where are you headed now?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    It was good to meet you there. Your little van is a fun project. I'm headed for the Land of Enchantment, New Mexico.

  • @joharmon2148
    @joharmon21482 жыл бұрын

    I wish I had that much room.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    However much you have, it seems to fill up quickly. Funny how easy it is to lose something in a small space.

  • @956lizz
    @956lizz Жыл бұрын

    Love the sheets/bed spread/pillow cases!! Do you have a link for where you got them?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Elizabeth. The links are on the updated tour of my van, here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ap2L2NynYJjLlqQ.html

  • @CaravanCarolyn
    @CaravanCarolyn Жыл бұрын

    I love it! Got some good ideas from this. Are you full time? It appears so.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Carolyn. 👋 I've followed you from the beginning. 🙂 Love your channel. Yes, I've been fulltime since I sold my home in Florida last December.

  • @CaravanCarolyn

    @CaravanCarolyn

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks Your van is a great setup. I may borrow some ideas.

  • @judylowe2688
    @judylowe2688 Жыл бұрын

    Can you leave your pacifica on all night to run the heat or air conditioning to keep from being cold or hot while you sleep. Because I would like one of these to do van life. And I also want to say, I really enjoy your channel, so I subscribed.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Judy. Welcome to the Butterfly Tribe. 💙 I think in older Prius you could leave it on all night. Must have been a safety issue because newer hybrids only stay on for about an hour. The Pacifica is a hybrid but it also has the option to plug in to give it even better mileage. We have a Facebook group for women who are interested in traveling and camping. It's for women only. A safe place to exchange information about nomad adventures, caravans and meetups. Butterfly Tribe Women Who Camp 💙 🦋 💙 facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

  • @GrandmaBugsPlace
    @GrandmaBugsPlace2 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful camp ground. Glad you had a nice place to chill and do some house keeping. We all need to do both once in a while. Oh my-Red Woods will be so enjoyable to see. Some emotion for you and I send a hug. Looking forward and drive safe. If coming into Denver - our traffic is crazy. Love my state.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Colorado is amazing, Marcella! I'll try to skirt around Denver. 🙂

  • @carlaifera5254
    @carlaifera52542 жыл бұрын

    🙋🏻🌄☕

  • @laurabennetts8149
    @laurabennetts81492 жыл бұрын

    👍👍👍👍🦋🦋🦋🦋

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Laura. 😊

  • @widowswatch6610
    @widowswatch6610 Жыл бұрын

    When you travel like this is there a brochure that shows you places that you can park with living in a van? How do you know where to go around the USA. Or do you just stay mostly in one area that you are familiar with. I am thinking about doing this Thanks Just found your videos I will be watching them Thanks

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    There are as many travel styles as there people in.van life. My goal was to seek adventure in beautiful places. 😍 I traveled from Florida to the redwoods then all the way up through northeast coast. I stayed in mostly free places like truck stops, casinos, cracker barrels and other free campsites. You van find them on iOverlander, Dirt. Freecampsites.net and other apps with reviews. My videos have vanlife tips at the end including places to stay. I hope this helps.

  • @clarasmith1873
    @clarasmith18732 жыл бұрын

    What size Bluetti do you have and how do you charge it?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's a 700. It is mostly charged by the car as I drive, 12v. It can also be charged from a 110 outlet withe the charger that comes with it or my solar panels.

  • @shellyjay8954
    @shellyjay8954 Жыл бұрын

    How are your dogs adapting? Do you have special food you have to order? How do you receive packages?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Shelly. 👋 Amazon has pickup locations, or you can have it sent to a local UPS for pickup. They charge $5 - $10. Both dogs loved the van and travel. Sadly, Suzi died of a stroke recently. She was 17 years old.

  • @shellypope8757
    @shellypope87572 жыл бұрын

    Can we see the dimensions of your fridge & how much it holds? Did you say ice maker?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Shelly. Yes, indeed I do have an ice maker. What's a southern girl to do without one? 😊 The fridge is a combo freezer/fridge. It was from Amazon. I made a note to show it in at the end of the next video.

  • @sharonbroward2265
    @sharonbroward2265 Жыл бұрын

    SO your bed is one of those folding pool/lounge chairs?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, a pool chair with no arms.

  • @braveheart213
    @braveheart2132 жыл бұрын

    I just got the same fridge, I haven't used it yet, like it?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Barbara. I do like it. It's the perfect size, very quiet and the temperatures can be adjusted in both sections.

  • @62WILDCAT
    @62WILDCAT2 жыл бұрын

    Are your "clothes pillows" regular pillow cases or shams ? No zippers ? I like that idea very much. BEAUTUFUL Colorado campground. Lake looks invitimg for a swim too. Thanks for sharing so much. You're encouraging me lots !

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Carol. They are zippered pillow covers. Amazon has so many to choose from. 🙂

  • @SunflowerGirlRV
    @SunflowerGirlRV Жыл бұрын

    Im in Colorado by Colorado Springs... Where is this ???

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    I was at Highline lake state park. Very nice. 👍

  • @kallasusort2986
    @kallasusort2986 Жыл бұрын

    It takes a bit of adjusting your eyes to a different landscape. When you do it comes alive with all types of creatures and plants. I need to be careful with altitude. I am from sea level and above 6,000 feet does me in. You have to learn to breathe deep from your belly to get enough oxygen.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Good to know! 🙂

  • @roxannesears7878
    @roxannesears7878 Жыл бұрын

    Does your pacifica have the sunroof?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    It's a Limited so I was so disappointed when it arrived from the factory without the sun roof! It didn't take long to realize that the rooftop box would make the sun roof a joke! 😂 I'd be looking at the bottom of it. It also has a little more headroom without the sun roof. 👍

  • @roxannesears7878

    @roxannesears7878

    Жыл бұрын

    Good to know. I'm trying to narrow down which pacifica I like best. The limited has features I like, but if I were to put a roof rack on it I'm thinking it won't work with sunroof. Understandably, a roof rack would block the sun.

  • @donnajeanbailey714
    @donnajeanbailey714 Жыл бұрын

    Do most parks allow you to camp in a car?

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    Жыл бұрын

    Private RV campgrounds might not allow it but I would never want to be there anyway. Way too expensive! In my experience, State campgrounds are far more beautiful, cheaper and they don't care what you camp in. 👍

  • @mrss4328
    @mrss43282 жыл бұрын

    What’s this about your bed being a plastic lounge chair? This intrigues me.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's a pool lounge chair made of resin. 24 by 72. I can put the head up like a recliner. I use a 6 inch foam trifold mattress. Very comfy.

  • @mrss4328

    @mrss4328

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks Very clever. I’ve been trying to figure out how I will put a recliner in the van because I can’t sleep flat on a bed. But in a recliner chair the butt cushion is very soft so how is it on this chair?

  • @verabuyhouse
    @verabuyhouse2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, can we see how you made your bed please.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Vera. Good idea. Yes, I can show how the bed was made at the end of a video.

  • @carolstockman7788
    @carolstockman77882 жыл бұрын

    Laws are changing so never say you are living in your minivan, say.. I'm camping.Look up NRC, NO RECREATIONAL CAMPER articles and studies. Police can arrest you for saying your living in your minivan.

  • @awakesevenyears8284
    @awakesevenyears82842 жыл бұрын

    Your decor is so uplifting with your color scheme and ocean theme. It’s very cute and cozy too.

  • @ButterflyTracks

    @ButterflyTracks

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Julie. The comfy bed makes all the difference. 🙂

  • @awakesevenyears8284

    @awakesevenyears8284

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ButterflyTracks I would rent that from you! It’s darling.