I wish I could do this. I am 71 and I own a wonderful 21 year old horse. Shiloh is my number one concern so I have to stay put where I am. If not for my life with her I would hit the road for sure. I commend you for your courage and sense of adventure. I am with you in spirit.

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Hi Annie Oakley. 👋 I admire your comment to Shiloh. I always wanted a horse. I live to look into their eyes.

Another tip I have for you and your friends buy the packets of mayo and miracle whip and ketchup and coffee creamer. They need no refrigeration. Especially if you are just making a sandwich. A big jar is good for salads. They also make a squeezeable miracle whip and mayo that doesn't take up much room in the cooler or fridge. They also make a squeeze jelly

@ButterflyTracks

5 ай бұрын

Great tips. Thanks! 🙂

Hi Jan, I really enjoyed this video....loved the music....I'm up in Taos...come on up, it's beautiful..

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Marisha. 👋 I hear it is lovely there. Maybe next trip. 👍

Hello Jan and fellow road trippers, explorers, and house viewing road trippers. Thank you for the conversations, ideas, tips. I enjoy your videos. Simple, easy to comprehend, and I can feel your words. I am a 66 year old Ottawa, Canada explorer. My first Van Road Trip/House was back in 1973 with a 1966 Dodge Cargo Van. Guess what I drive today….a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. Smiles, I love it. I started with the basics. A cooler, a camping mat, clothes and food. I have been tuning it better with each trip. I totally get your tag “Butterfly Tracks”, I love it.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Di Na. 😊 Simple and basic is beautiful and so easy.

Jan, Another beautiful video and informative. Thanks, Norma

@ButterflyTracks

11 ай бұрын

💙🦋💙

Butterflies are free to fly. Fly away, bye bye. That is exactly what you are doing. Flying free..... So nice. As an older woman I am so proud of you! I'll be there soon...

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stay Tooned. 🙂 ❤️

So beautiful and music is nice......

Hi, happy I found you. !! Every thing you showed about your kitchen made so much sense ! Not complicated. ❤ At couple of months from 80, no cash to buy a small RV , Health issues are a problems. Do not take me wrong. I am Very Blessed. Safe , clean place to live . Close to medical facilities !! Have always been an out door lover. Beach, mountains....Alaska has my heart ❤. So much here in lower 48. Therefore I know I am going to love seeing your travels 💕 Be safe Jan ! Nice to meet you 😊!! Blessings 🙏

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Nice to meet another Janet. 👋 I encourage you to still enjoy the outdoors. I've seen so many majestic views in 4 months of traveling. Now I'm beginning to realize that the most magnificent scenes in nature are the ever changing ⛅️ clouds above us wherever we are.

@theroadhome_Liz_Summers

2 жыл бұрын

@Janet Turner Your comment made me think of something … I also follow “weretheRussos”. Last (or prev?) summer they took Mom Russo on a van trip. This year (right now) they are taking Mom and her sister on a shortish trip to CA wine country. They are doing a mix of van/hotel for Mom and Aunt, but day tripping in the van (toilet facilities :) ). I know it wouldn’t work for everyone, but what if there was a way to match people safely for short trips. I wouldn’t want company all of the time, but I can see that there are some short trips that might be fun to share. Just thinking …

@aprilbaxter2578

Жыл бұрын

@@theroadhome_Liz_Summers I agree with the matching for short trips to show someone else how to enjoy life on the road. It would help people who don't know what they want for a vehicle, or can't afford one right now. I want to see the country I was born in. I've worked my 60 plus years and gave back to the state and government. Now, I want to travel, but money issues prevent it. I always have another bill popping up that take the rest of my money, and then I have to start again. Love your idea though.

Over 200 homes were lost here, due to the recent fire. I hope you missed that. You saw the beauty if you were there prior to the fire. Prayers to those families and the town of Ruidoso.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for letting me know. So sad.

I could easily listen to your soft calm voice talking about your journey twenty four seven. Your beautiful blue eyes are mesmerizing. I often have to start your pod casts over because I lose my concentration getting loss in them! lol I wish you the best dear lady, sincerely.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Claude, you are so sweet. Thank you. 😊

Am bingeing your channel in preparation!!

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Donna. 😊 Welcome to the Butterfly Tribe 💙 🦋 💙

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

We have a new 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

Hi, enjoyed your video so much. You are so correct " Butterflies do not fly in a straight line". Thanks for sharing this beautiful video. Sincerely, Shay's Ways

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sharon. 😊

Jan,I'm so enjoying your videos & scenery of your adventures. Mom was known as "The butterfly lady" in her community in Oklahoma. She dressed everyday wearing butterfly earrings & pins. Even had BUTTERFLY sheets & towels ! Lots of butterfly things in her home too. We Celebrated her Memorial with huge Butterfly mylar balloons instead of other floral arrangements. She would have loved knowing you. Blessings on your travels. 🦋🌈🎶💜

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Carol. I would have loved her too.

Thank you for sharing another helpful video..

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! 😊

I did my bucket list item of The Redwoods in 2008. My new bucket list is to drive the length of the Mississippi and learn about it, but don't know when yet. My no build kitchen is similar to yours. I combined my spices into sweet and savory. I originally put them in in those magnetic spice jars and but it didn't work out, too much moisture, now I have them in little glass jars. It is like doing a 3D puzzle fitting all the kitchen stuff in their drawers.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a fun trip. There are unlimited fun trips out there.

I loved your coffee montage 🤣 just found your channel last night and stayed up until 3:00am watching when I had to get up for work at 8am🤦🏻‍♀️

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Ramona! 😊 Welcome to the Butterfly Tribe 💙 🦋 💙

I am from the Redwoods and the icean...go to Humboldt county in northern Ca...there lyes my heart...🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Donna. 🙂

In preparation for your time in the redwoods, you might enjoy Richard Powers Overstory novel. It’s inspirational and genius, and is centered on trees of all kinds but redwoods are the central stars. Won Pulitzer in 2019 and well deserved.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Debra. 🙂 I'll look for that today. Sounds wonderful.

@debralewis3864

2 жыл бұрын

Take your time with it when you start. It’s not like popular reads and even more satisfying. It took me time to feel the feels of, now it’s top of my list.

Just turned 70 and though currently on my 5 acre "farmette" I've been leaning towards plans for a van life for some time+. I've had an adventurer's spirit my whole life. Closing my bricks & sticks "curiosity shop" store mid 2021 (a Covid casualty basically) gave me the motivation I needed to solidify my next chapter! I'm ready to turn the page! Been working on my 2013 Sienna van. I've been doing it mostly on my own but discovered so many KZread channels were unbelievably helpful. Loads of great recommendations, safely tips and shopping ideas. So come Fall I hope to be on the road. Gonna head south first to visit a few folks first then cutting over to Route 10 and on my way to AZ. I plan to be there in January 2023.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kat company. 👋 You sound like the kind of person that will make it happen.

@KatsHouse

2 жыл бұрын

@@verreal Well, I no longer have horses, alpaca or chickens so It's not so much of a farm setting anymore...just the buildings and house. Will be selling it eventually! There is a dairy steer in one of the fenced areas. My neighbor needed a place for him till he goes to market. He's been here nearly 2 years so he's my buddy now! LOL

@2ancient2define97

2 жыл бұрын

@Katcompany good for you! Go for it, wishing you the best of everything!

Hello, Jan, I'm a new subscriber and am thoroughly enjoying your adventure. What made you decide to become a fulltime van lifer? I'm also 71 years old craving to be on the road, to live fulltime in a small RV but trepidatious to actually make the move. I admire your courage! Blessings dear butterfly lady.

@chasingthemoonrv

2 жыл бұрын

I turned 70 in January Patty and will be moving into my 1994 Class B camper van on June 1. Like you I’ve long wanted to do this and although a little trepidatious, I’m going for it anyway, because if not now, then when? I hope you take a leap of faith like Jan did and like I will! 💛🌷

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Patty. I always wanted to be a travel writer when I retired. I guess that's part of what I'm doing. I also have a deep connection with the natural world. I want to live on the surface of the earth.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

@@chasingthemoonrv 👋If you are as prepared as you can be, then you climb out of the cocoon you've been in and spread your wings. 🦋

@chasingthemoonrv

2 жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks I’m counting down the days and so excited for this next chapter! I’m even toying with the idea of a KZread channel. Travel safe Jan.

@loladuncan6554

2 жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks o

very cool classic car behind you

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Exploring Travel. 👋 Yes, and the old gas pump with bubble on top was probably hard to see.

Hi Jan my name is John L i I grew up in the southern New Mexico area Las Cruces Silver City Deming hatch to your C I'm familiar with all those places. I really enjoyed this video because it's home. I hope you enjoyed your stay here. You're very organized in your kitchen. When I tried camping I wasn't that organized.

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Johnelle. 😊 It's not that organized all the time.

I would have a tarp to set things on or a table. It's hard bending over or squatting to the ground. That's a good idea to clean out your van and reorganize. Also maybe check expiration dates

@ButterflyTracks

5 ай бұрын

I usually take things out on a campground picnic table. ☺️

Excellent

Beautiful places

My husband and I do the tuna /chicken and pork packets, very convenient lunch! We mostly travel with non perishable food items. Thanks for the tour, you have such a relaxing voice.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Melissa 👋 I have mostly non perishable too.

I also have multiple cooking options in my van. I have a two burner Coleman propane stove, I have the gas one dual fuel stove, I have a little mini wood cookstove, I have a small charcoal grill, as well as a jet boil! I am only part time, I am a disabled senior in a 2010 wheelchair dodge grand caravan that has way Too much stuff in it. In no means am I a minimalist😂.

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

I know, JeffeysMom. I dream of being a minimalist when I grow up. 😊

@JeffeysMom

Жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks lol Unfortunately I was raised by grandparents and a great grandmother who survived the great depression and instilled in me a prepper mind set! I had planned on hitting the road March second when I turned 60 but October 2021 I got custody of my then seven-year-old grandson. So I am still only part time

Love the adventures!

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😊

Hello! I am enjoying your videos. I would like to attend your next meetup! Hope to see you and the other women campers/solo travelers!

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Hi Deborah. I had to delete my reply since we want to keep the meetup safe. You can find the meetup information on facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

I used to go to a park and clean out the vehicle while the kids were playing

@ButterflyTracks

5 ай бұрын

☺️👍

Love riding on your shoulder. The scenery shots are gorgeous. Looking at your kitchen set up I have concluded that you are a master at efficient utilization of space. Good job fitting in all the things you need. Looking forward to your next adventure. Stay safe and keep smiling. Love following you. 🦋😍😁

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

That's sweet of you, Barbara. I'm glad to have you with me on my big adventure. ❤️

I also have a minivan and have started with camping on long weekends. I can't wait to take a longer trip! One thing I have been told is that is good to back into spaces, in case you want to leave quickly.

@tjmarie6554

Жыл бұрын

Oh, you are in a park, I thought you were at a campsite. I should wait till the end to comment :). You seem to be a very down to earth, positive person. I will subscribe!

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, TJ Maria. 😊 Welcome to the Butterfly Tribe 🦋

I left a message in a previous video about Ruidoso. I love it there.

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it's beautiful there.

Thanks 👍

I'm sure you will travel to Oregon many campers are made here.im sure you have seen alot and experience many things on the road.the road is everybody oyster so enjoy it.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Richard. 👋 You're right. Oregon is a place I would love to explore. Thanks for watching.

Hi Jan🙋‍♀️ Enjoyed your video,very nice set up,so organized, great information ❤️😊 Beautiful scenery of the mountains❤️😊Safe travels ❤️❤️😊

@ButterflyTracks

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Emilia! 😊 💙🦋💙

Hi Jan! Is that a cute little Plymouth or what? I loved your re-organization and all your little goodies very informative. The place that you’re at is beautiful! You are going to love the redwoods. You have to get to Yosemite too. Being in California is such a wonderful thing to be able to get to the ocean the redwoods Yosemite in a couple hours in any direction. You’ll love it! Happy trails! Can’t wait for your next one. 💜🤟🏻😎

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Liz. 🙂 I guess I could spend a little more time in CA if go from ev charger to ev charger to cut back on gas. It's such a beautiful state 😍

@lotusdolphin

2 жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks oh Jan you really should. San Francisco. I could give you tips to save money and driving there.

I’m new to your channel. I love all your videos, but you really don’t need the music. It distracts from the beauty and interest of the scenery. And your experiences are awesome too. I’m 74 and want to travel a bit. Thanks for the kitchen tour.

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Hi Eclectic Senior. 👋 I had hoped the music would cover some of the background noise from people enjoying the park but it didn't help.

@Dreaming_Mimi

Жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks No need to cover the noises. It’s all part of the experience. I love the no build van tours! What brilliant ideas these ladies have! Looking forward to viewing more of these. Thank you again!

Ok...now lets see that kitchen...😁😁😁😁

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

We got to the bottom of it. I'm getting a new fridge this week or I would have shone that too.

The red car is a 49-51 Plymouth. We had one when I was very young. It carried most of my brothers, and sisters when traveling. There was 8 of us plus mom and dad that traveled in it.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, 8, that's amazing, Judi. Now days they would have a minivan.

Looks like you’re getting closer and closer to the Redwoods. Good going.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cheryl. 👋 Yes, I'm making Butterfly Tracks. 🦋 👣

Well aren't you just a breath of fresh air. I've viewed 3 of your videos now and have really enjoyed them. I don't know your 🦋 story as to why you're living this way, but hopefully you have a video that explains why. I love that you are. It's bed time for me now, but I'll hit the subscribe button and check back real soon. Aloha for now ~~ 🌺

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Careese.🙂 Welcome to the Butterfly Tribe 💙 🦋 💙 I chose to live life to the fullest so I escaped a recliner to seek beauty and adventure in nature. Because I can. 🦋

@Chereese0808

Жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks That's wonderful. My husband and I were planning on doing the same until I became disabled. Got to the point of needing a scooter or wheelchair ♿️. That changed our retirement plans in a awfully sad way. Luckily we live in a marina on in Eastern Honolulu, so life's pretty good, but miss not RV-ing. If they made affordable RV's (under 200k) with accessibility ♿️, we may have done it. I've looked a lot and it's slim pickins' to find a decent RV. Aloha for now. 🌺

Hi Jan, you have a beautiful THOW. My Dad would have lost his mind if he saw that antique car. My Promaster 2500 isn't ready to hit the road quite yet, but I'm working on it. I'm disabled so it's taking me a little longer than I would have liked. I'd love to meet you.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Laura. 👋 You already have a plan and you're getting there. 👍I would love to meet you sometime. We could work on that when you're ready.

Lovely thoughts, as always. Fair winds.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Susan. 🙂

My favorite place is the Redwoods. Been going since 1999! I'll probably move there soon. You'll love it!!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Honda Freedom. 🙂 That sounds wonderful.

Jan, nice video! You're an inspiration!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Norma. 😊 ❤️

Thank you for all of your wonderful videos! Heating elements can be sketchy, I have a metal immersion coil that came with a strong printed warning about avoiding electric shock by only immersing into liquids within non-conductive vessels, i.e. ceramic, glass, porcelain.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I haven't used it on my metal cup. Now I won't for sure!

Such beautiful scenery as you drive. Thanks for sharing, the calm is palpable.

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lori. As a writer, I find the phrase "the calm is palpable" just beautiful. ❤️

Moved to NM after Huuicane Katrina, stayed 10 years, moved to Payson, AZ. Great place, try to visit if you can

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Hi Belle Linda. 👋 I'll be back in Arizona for Quartzite. I'll put Payson in my notes for next year. Thanks. 😊

Hi Jan love your video , I purchased a van so that I can get out more with my son whom has Autism , I have decorated it in butterflies . I’m looking at what others use in their vans , i needed a bathroom and a shower for him to use and clean him up when he has accidents . I feel very blessed . I too what to go to the redwood parks . I’ve been to a few I just love them.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Channel Crane. Your van sounds lovely 😍 Happy travels.

I love that you have an ice 🧊 maker. I’m a huge fan of icy 🥶 cold drinks too, so I can appreciate that “luxury.” Safe travels Jan!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jan. 👋 I should have just admitted that it's a necessity. 😄

Thanks for the video. I live in Willits, Ca, The sign as you enter the south end of town says, Gateway to the Redwoods. That is if you come south to north on Hwy 101. If you drive up Hwy 1 from San Fransico you won't see it. However, you should come inland from Hwy 1 to Hwy 20 from Ft Bragg to Willits. The other roads to Branscomb and Leggitt are very windy.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Crafty Traveler. 👋 Thanks for the info. I have a cousin near Visalia. I'll stay a couple of nights in their driveway.

@craftytraveler9238

2 жыл бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks Visalia is 365 miles south east of Willits.

Jan, just found you. I'm enjoying your content. Thanks for letting me ride along with you. I admire your traveling spirit. I have a desire to do some adventuring myself, but there seems to be reasons that are holding me back. Anyway...much respect to you for getting put there & doing it. Keep after it, Jan!!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lorene. 👋 I'm so glad to have you with me.

Thank you for a beautiful presentation !

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Marion. 👋 Thank you for watching.

Hi. I just subscribed. I love your channel. I also liked your choice of music on the video. Thanks for showing some of the gadgets you use on your travels. The little cup water heater was pretty neat. Happy travels!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paige. 👋 Thanks for coming with me on my big adventure. ❤️

Thanks for sharing your trips with us. You saw some stunning views! Enjoy your travels. 🌿..🌼🌸🌺🌱

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, DL. 🙂

Thank you🙂. I am 64 and van shopping to begin my adventure

@ButterflyTracks

3 ай бұрын

Are you a member of the Tribe? 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. 💙🦋💙 To keep us all safe, we like to see a little about you in your profile. There are also a couple of simple questions. 😊 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

@brendadodds6555

3 ай бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks I am not good with computer stuff😳. I believe. Jones but have no idea about profile? Ask me anything I will answer

@ButterflyTracks

3 ай бұрын

Do you have your picture and a little about you on your Facebook page? We just try to keep it women only for safety when we talk about where we are. There are a couple of friendly questions and agree to the rules, be kind, etc. Does that help?

@brendadodds6555

3 ай бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks hmmm…. Probably not. I’m quite private. Let’s see….I’m 64 year old woman, haha fairly butch looking but all woman. I own a 200 acre farm in Bonfield, Ontario, pretty much a hermit. But have been wanting to do the van thing for a couple years now. Especially when the northern winter rolls in! I no longer farm. Fully retired. Just me and Tony. Haha. My dog and constant companion. I thought I joined butterfly tracks but now see it is butterfly tracks women who camp? When I searched fb it is only one that came up. Sorry…..major techtard. As for photo I will see if any on fb. Probably fishing or camping. Haha

@brendadodds6555

3 ай бұрын

@@ButterflyTracks yes! I managed to join😳

Starting to built our bed for the van tomorrow! I'm so excited 😊

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve and Nina. I can feel your excitement from here. Happy travels. 😊

Your so easy on the ears, you are a storyteller.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Selina, thank you. 😊

I just love your game of what I like to call "Organizational Tetris". I play it all the time here at home in tight spots, and plan on transferring that strategy to my minivan as soon as I have saved up enough money to do something similar to what you're doing now.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

I'd like to hear what you come up with. 🙂 Keep in touch.

I am enjoying your videos. I am from Las Cruces and travel to Ruidoso at least once a month- by the Casino Apache where you stayed. I must point out that you misspelled Las Cruces (your capture says Las Cruses). I admire your free spirit to get out there and travel. Happy travels!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ligia. 👋 Do you get used to all that beauty? Oops on the spelling! Too late now. 🙂

@puertoricanprex24

2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy the beauty of this place by hiking. I have a van I built, Ford Transit Connect, but I rarely take it out of town- I'm too scare to go solo. Yet, I hike deep in the mountains sometimes hours into no-man land by myself- go figure! I may just hit the road one of these days. I am more afraid of human evil than I am of snakes and mountain lions, lol.

Hello. New to your channel. Enjoying your videos!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Deb. 👋 Thanks for watching.

Thank you for sharing great pictures of your location. I get to see things thru your eyes. I enjoy your videos Jan. have a great Holiday.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Maria. 🙂

Hey Jan thanks for sharing your video very calming live the music you play also I want to try those zip fizz's safe travels looking forward to next video!!❤️❤️❤️

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Th ank you, Pattie. ❤️

Thank you for the lovely videos. I am a new follower! 😊

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mary. Thank.you for subscribing. 😊

High Jan! Safe travels on your journey! Much love to you and your family from Ava Missouri 💪🙏🤠🌻

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kowboy. 🙂

Jan, I love the hot logic, just got it in the mail… what are some of your favorite recipes you love to cook in it . Love your videos❤️

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Hi Julia. 👋 my favorite is quiche: any combination of egg, cheese and onion, roasted red pepper, sometimes cream cheese. Careful not over cook so it doesn't get rubbery. Also almost anything you'd put in a crackpot.

I'm so glad YT recommended your video. I plan to buy the same Bluetti and never noticed the wireless charger AND the flat top features. How perfect! Thanks.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Lisa. Thanks for watching.

Love your videos

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Ida. 🙂

I seen my very first Road runner in Mexico in 2019 the first time we drove to Baja...oh i was so excited for i watched the bugs bunny show when i was a kid and it was my fav show....but most definatly not that big...lol...great video Jan!! Loving your journey!! 💚💚💚

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tracey. 🙂 I'm glad to have you with me.

I love New Mexico and lived in Santa Fe for 5 years-drove all around the area you’re in plus northern NM. Awesome scenery. Great vibes. 😀

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Diane. 👋 The southwest is breathtaking. I love everything about it, maybe not the wind so much. 😍

I admire you. I would just find a safe and convenient place and stay for the rest of my life. I would not have the strength or motivation to move on from place to place. Well done!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Henna 👋 The world is a beautiful place and I want to see it all. 😍

I loved your "kitchen". I have two of those water heaters, one for a cup and a slightly larger one. I have had them since l was 22 and I'm now closing in on 76 - and they still work. I want to get a little toasted sandwich maker like yours as there's only me to cook for these days. Greetings from South Africa. PS - l suscribed.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jen. I remember my Dad had a coil heater when I was a kid. Thanks for coming with me on my adventures.

Hi,y name Errin I'm 54 and about to hit the road in my Honda fit . I'm coming out of Wyoming and headed to Cody wy and follow the road to new Mexico. I hope we run into each other! Been following your channel and learned a lot thank you for your videos!

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Errin. 👋 I hope we can meet in New Mexico. 🙂

Hi Jan, my name is Joyce. We met at the Vanettes meetup in Ocala. I will be leaving Florida midMay. Heading up the Blue Ridge Parkway then to Philadelphia/NJ shore area. Hanging with family until after July 4th. Heading through New York, Niagara Falls. Back to Pittsburgh, DaytinOH, Chicago hanging with friends all the while. Hoping to travel around Michigan and the lakes up there. Then I’m heading west also doing the perimeter but opposite way than you. I’ll keep up here with you and hope we can meet up along the way. Happy traveling 😁✌🏽

@akowboysjourney9514

2 жыл бұрын

Safe travels 🙏

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joyce! 👋 Yes, for sure, let's meet-up. ❤️ Maybe my videos will be helpful since you're coming this way and I like to show free camp spots in interesting places. Stay on touch.

Hi Jan ~ I just found you! I am so enjoying your videos! They are so well made and such a pleasure to watch!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lori 🙂

65 and slow transitioning into my Kia suv. Raised 2 baby child sons into self supporting men. Worked with sick inmates inside infirmary. Now caring for my 86 y/o homebound mum with dementia. I'm so ready for the nomad lifestyle. You inspire me to keep going, in all areas of my life. I love your home! ✌ but help! I have too many clothes! Any suggestions?

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Hi Katherine. 👋 I have struggled with clothes too..It's hard because if you travel much, weather can change quickly especially changing elevations. You need a variety for weather but not too many of each. Layers help like throw a jacket on if it gets cooler and try to keep it clean instead of having a bunch of bulky sweatshirts. Also go ahead and take too much and donate it along the way if you decide you don't need it.

Spice mix genius

Love your ice maker!!! So happy for you!!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. 👋 Yes, one of my favorite things. 😍

I haven't seen many of your videos yet, but it was so nice to get inspiration from your kitchen. 👩🏻‍🍳I ordered the same bluetti last week (takes forever to be delivered); looking forward to getting it. Would prefer more power, but still need to lift it.🔋The ice maker looks cool(pun intended).❄️ Thank you for sharing. 🦋☮️💟

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, newtuber4freedom. 👋 That was my reasoning on the size of the bluetti. Though I don't have much reason to lift it.

@theroadhome_Liz_Summers

2 жыл бұрын

I am looking at power solutions … currently EcoFlow River Pro is top of my list for price and portability. If I stay with that thinking, I’ll buy the River Pro plus additional battery to allow me to run some things in my house as well.

Beautiful, thanks for sharing, stay safe, Many Blessings!

@ButterflyTracks

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Karen. 🙂

Love your channel!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Colleen 👋 Thanks for coming with me on my adventures.

Very nice video. I recently found you and subscribed after watching the first video. That is lovely scenery for sure.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kim. And thanks for coming with me on my adventures.

Hello, Jan. Found you by accident and enjoy your travels. I, too, like to travel on my own. I presently live in Alabama, where I take short trips whenever I can. I started in the '70's and stayed out 2 yrs living in a 1965 Chevy van. Went back to Va and worked to make money for more trips, albeit much shorter. My goal back then, I'm 74 now, was to travel thru all 50 states. I have four to go, three up on the Canadian border, the other Alaska. Due to covid, my last trip was to visit relatives in Maine in Oct 2019. I meandered up thru several states, intentionally staying away from interstates. Was gone 10 days and had a great time. One of my favorite stops was the Red Caboose Motel in Amish country. Mainly because it was so unusual to stay in a caboose; the other because it was time for a hot shower. It's time for another trip! Hope to run into you some day...safe travels.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Casie. 👋 I love your history or I should say herstory. You have a lot of experience I could learn a lot from you. Hope I meet you someday.

Just building out a van now for holidays first and then, who knows? I just discovered you and can't wait to binge watch.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Read Along 📚. Thanks for coming with me on my adventures. 🙂

Oh my goodness, I live in Humboldt County in the redwood forest. I just traded in my forerunner for a Ford transit passenger van and I'm fixing it up to try to go travel for the first time. Which is scary for me because I'm afraid of driving freeways. I hope you look me up.

@ButterflyTracks

Ай 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. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

Be sure and come to the Sand Dunes in Colorado..

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Donna. I don’t know about the dunes but I will look it up. Thanks for the suggestion. 🙂

Very nice kitchen, very efficient space!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Carol. 😊

hi MS Jan,I really enjoyed your video thank you so much for showing all them beautiful places you be into I know you're making great memories wish I was there with you😂

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lisa. 👋 You are with me when you watch my videos. More beautiful places and van life tips to come. Thanks for watching. 🙂

Wow... what an informative video! I really learned a lot from this one! Thanks, Jan! 👍🙂

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

That's so nice of you to say. Thanks for watching. 😍

Get a Sharpie and write the names of spices and whatever on top. I am a senior disabled widow going to live in my Suv with my 13 # dog. I just filled my tank, over $50 when it used to be $30something.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Roxane. 👋 I usually talk about interesting places to stay for free in my videos so that could help with expenses. Wish i could help with gas prices. You have good ground clearance in an SUV.

Bewary of those drink mixes…aspartame artificial sweetener is really bad for you. Otherwise, I’m amazed you are comfortable living in the minivan! All power to you! I want a 159”, high top…. Need to take the dive….

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Christine. 🙂 I wouldn't be comfortable living in my minivan. I sleep and travel in my minivan but my living room, North America, can only be measured in thousands of square miles. And of course it's luxury to drive and it's a plug in hybrid so the mileage is outstanding. Chrysler says 82 mpg, but I don't think it's that much. 🤔

new subscriber here I want to say that you have an awesome channel and I truly enjoy "traveling" America with you. You always have good info and beautiful scenery. I can't travel at the present for personal reasons but I hope to be able to do so in the near future. Thank you for all that you do (a big howdy from Texas)

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi VNoel in Texas. 👋 Hope everything works out for you soon. Thanks for coming with me on my adventures. 🙂

3:39 amazing view!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It was spectacular.

I enjoy your videos, editing and story time so much, I sure hope I see you down the road some time. There is an even usually late September, early October called Lolapalooza held by Lost In Land Again here on KZread, it’s a wonderful time with wonderful attendees located in Texas. 🌺🌸🌺

@gypsyjj4234

2 жыл бұрын

hya Sweetie Peetie ~ could you please share more info about September meet up?

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Shweetie 👋 I'm looking forward to Lolapalooza. I have friend, Paula who went last year.

Hey Jan, I’m very impresssd. I am 65 and don’t have the energy to all that driving. So I will just follow along with you. I am curious. So the dogs sleep up front. And you have a bed in there? I watch several utubers that live the van life. But they are couples. You are my hero. Be safe!

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, E Wing. 👋 I'm so glad to have you with me on my adventures. The girls sleep in the front seat and my bed is in the back. Here's my first video that tells more about us. kzread.info/dash/bejne/dqJt2MWGdLCsZLg.html

I’ve been to that Casino and there where the Roadrunner was at.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rae. 👋 That rest stop was awesome.

I love kajava..

dang, I love the water warmer! wanted to suggest using French's onion ring containers for your coffee.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lochbuie. 👋 My Dad used a warming coil like that when I was a kid. I didn't know the still made them.

I’m new to your channel. Nice job! Looks like we are heading in the same direction. Love the name of your channel, butterflies are my favorite.

@ButterflyTracks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Ana. 🙂 Nice to have you along for the journey.