the first days of vanlife in canada | 🇨🇦 part i
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I left the USA 🇺🇸 ➡ 🇨🇦
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PLZ READ: Before anyone asks where the camp spot in Canada is…just know that I left enough clues throughout the video for you to figure it out with a little bit of research. (think of it like a lil scavenger hunt) ALSO: There still be tons o bots and spammer-scammers out there. Do not fall for them! I will never, would never, message a person offering or asking for money/prizes/etc or any sort of incentive to chat with me on another app/txt like telegram/whatsapp etc. (I don’t have an unlimited data plan in Canada to stay on top of em all ;P)
@ToddDouglasFox
Жыл бұрын
Anna, what month were you born?
@micksbiggestfan4006
Жыл бұрын
AH-HA!!! I knew that wasn't you!!!! #$%&*@ Spammers!🤬
@campingwithcruz5808
Жыл бұрын
Well in Canada you should contact Van city Vanlife chrome he knows all the forest service roads in the best places or Forstie forest he’s from Canada and does the same thing they are KZreadrs
@campingwithcruz5808
Жыл бұрын
Also if you down the app while you’re in Canada it’s called crown land that’s the same as BLM land in the United States if you download that information it will tell you where you’re at what regions are free if the roads are passable etc. hope this helps
@annauncharted
Жыл бұрын
@@campingwithcruz5808 Thank you! Super helpful :)
Anna's Words of Wisdom: "I don't know what I'm doing. But I know what I'm trying to do. And that's what's important." You're so right about that! Evidenced by the stunning lakeside spot you found. Thanks for sharing your journey. Looking forward to the next installment . . .
I don't normally tear up watching these videos, but wow. Seeing my beautiful country through someone else's eyes for the first time is always such a joy. Welcome to Canada!
@cdngirlntx
11 ай бұрын
This is exactly how I felt, especially when she said she'd like to stay forever.
Our favorite Canadian van lifers are Forestry Forest and Amanda from Tidelines to Alpines. They both spend a great deal of their time in British Columbia. They are good people! Another one to follow is Steve Wallis. He isn't a van lifer but he camps in BC and Alberta a lot! Have fun!
@lesleyhughes3174
Жыл бұрын
Awesome ideas here Anna!! 👍🏼🌞
@jennnotavenndiagram3561
Жыл бұрын
I also like the Cat Lady Van, Emi!
@lesleyhughes3174
Жыл бұрын
@@jennnotavenndiagram3561 ditto! 🙂
@MOI-qq8zc
Жыл бұрын
Steve is the GOAT!! Van city van life is pretty good too!
@SudoSamurai
Жыл бұрын
Steve is a legend
Yup BC is absolutely beautiful! I've been all over the world but so glad I live here ! There is so much for you yet to discover too. If you head north it gets even more beautiful!
I love the format of this video where she shows everything as it happen in chronological order vs the ones where it's more like commentary & she recaps her week through flashback clips.
Before you leave BC you must come back westward & go to Vancouver Island, Ucluelet & Tofino on our farthest western coast. The beaches & scenery is amazing! Don't miss it! You will love it!
Welcome to Canada! I don't know how long you'll be here but I hope you enjoy every minute. It truly is a beautiful country!
@StephenLinsley
Жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful country. I have a friend in Canmore, backpacked from Australia to Vancouver and decided to stay. I’ve been trying to get my foot in the door to work there, but so far no success. Can’t wait to travel there.🇨🇦
@HeyHollyYoo
Жыл бұрын
This made me a bit homesick, but its so nice to see what vanlife in BC would be like, I hope to go soon this summer!
Just a warning about the weather in Canada. if you do go to the prairies (Alberta, SASK) in mid-October. The temperature usually drops to frost level in the evening, and it can get really cold fast. The bone chilling temperatures will not occur until December usually. Just make sure you have all season tires. Winter tires are HIGHLY recommended. Enjoy Canada and enjoy the trees changing color.
Anna, I hope you find your way to Vancouver Island before it starts getting too cold and the snows appear. It's beautiful here right on the coast almost all year round.
@bdavison31
Жыл бұрын
Oh yes! Vancouver Island! You can see my brother (Coast Guard Captain Morgan - no joke and boat collector) about a boat! I'm sure he can hook you up. If you do buy a boat on the island, tell him to buy your van for his sister. ;)
@shellygiles5
Жыл бұрын
Tofino! Hope ya make it there.. the beach shall blow your mind there!
@SMafam5
Жыл бұрын
Yes if you come before the rainy windy Nov storms feel free to reply about some local spots. We are family of 4 who camp in a CTC 6x10. And for sure you should join a family for Canadian Thanksgiving wherever you are. And don’t take the ferries at the beginning or end of a holiday wknd.😉🤣
@sheripaisley5263
Жыл бұрын
Strathcona Park, Century Sam, 5040, Tofino, Hornby Island … Vancouver Island awaits ❤
It’s clear Canada makes you ecstatic. You just radiate happiness the whole time. And then the drone shot, casually made from your Sub board. You are a force of nature!
Canada is just gorgeous! And your vlogs just get better and better.
Welcome to Canada! Let us know if you want North Vancouver tips or if you need a place to do laundry or just come on over and have dinner with other outdoorsy introverts (Well, one outdoorsy and one Netflixy Mother and daughter followers) xo
Hope you picked Banff or Jasper next! Enjoy our gorgeous country. So enjoyed what has caught your eye so far. Every province in Canada truly has its own gems..many hidden.. Enjoy exploring and finding each one lovely lady 🙂
Amazing drone shots Anna! Thanks for sharing.
No way! I’m heading to Canoe River this week. It’s so funny we’re doing the reverse trip. Safe travels here. I’d say follow the advice about going to Vancouver Island when the weather gets colder. You don’t want to be trapped with snow. ✌️
Canada is full of mystery too. They say the Mother Lode is way up there in BC near the Yukon. Old gold mines, each with a perilous tale to tell. All of those misty, hidden valleys and mountain tops. The clear lakes without a soul around. And don't forget bigfoot. He dwells in those mountains. Tribes of them. People disappear all the time in those forests. Wish I was there. Love your vids!
I just love going on your adventures with you. It's so calming. What a way to end my Sunday. Thank you for sharing that beautiful trip.
Another great video. Love the scenery. You’ve inspired me to go out and be with nature more❤
Wow Anna what an awesome video! Enjoy your Canada 🇨🇦 adventure.
Thank you for this video. I can’t wait to visit British Columbia and explore the parks by foot. I feel more prepared from your vlog. You’re awesome for this.
Any of those Kinbasket lake locations are glorious! Love your vids and beautiful cinematography and editing! Oh Canada! So beautiful!
Your videos consistently inspire me. Stay safe out there and enjoy your journey.
Absolutely love your honesty and openness with your videos!
Awesome video. Brings back memories of how awesome Canada is, without all the other drama.
Really enjoyed this video! And your healthy cooking is an inspiration.
Stunning. Fantastic video as always.
Now you know why the sign at the border said "best place on earth". I love living in BC and find new places every year to boondock. Look forward to seeing your next stop. Great filming in this one!
Thank you for this video Anna. It was simply, beautiful.
Thank you so much for another lovely video! Your content is always so beautiful and calming. I hope you have a great time 👍
Fabulous new adventure! Excited for you and us as we follow along.
Welcome to my home province Anna! This has been the most enjoyable video I've seen for a very long time. I'm so glad you love your visit so far. I agree that it is such a great country for solo van life! Enjoy.
@goldyg6511
Жыл бұрын
providing your van is well insulated doesnt leak and with good heater lol
@annauncharted
Жыл бұрын
Awe thank you! :) I'm so so happy to be here in Canada! 🇨🇦❤️😊
I've been watching some of your videos as you've been exploring the U.S. and really enjoy seeing the great sights you've shown us from down there. But, so glad that you now have the chance to explore my "neck of the woods"! I hope you continue to have good experiences here. Welcome to B.C.!
breathtaking! The place. The presentation....and the food.
I visited Canada couple years ago and agree💯about moving there! Absolutely loved it! As always love your content❤
I love every single one of your videos, but particularly this one. It’s so cool to see you happy and enjoying the journey. Thank you for the inspiration to find our paths, literally and figuratively. ❤
I love the way you film and capture your food. It looks so amazing!
Am loving following your travels - currently UK and looking forward to doing some travel during retirement, loved Canada on our too brief visits, so cannot wait to add this into our explorations
Such a beautiful place ! Taking two of my grandsons to the Allegheny reservoir to camp next week and it looks a little like that ! Stay safe , healthy and happy !
Anna, no words can describe how I felt watching this video. Absolutely incredible job you did capturing this. I’m definitely going to Canada in my van.
You seem more at peace in this video💜 And kudos for dipping in that cold lake!
The views there are breathtaking. I've been to Canada but never seen Canada the way you are seeing it. I never experienced a blow up board either. Thanks for taking us along. I look forward to seeing more.🤩
Beautiful! You are one brave young lady! Wish I could be that way at 65. Thank you Anna! Canada is gorgeous!
Welcome to Canada! It's good that you're very organised. We love your videos.
Hi Anna, I absolutely love Canada 🇨🇦 and love your video of it. I’ve been trying to get there for the past 3 years. I love the east coast the most but overall a beautiful country. Looking forward to seeing more of your travels. ❤️
Thanks for sharing this journey with us, just beautiful already. Cheers from Australia.
Thanks for this beautiful background sceneries of this wonderful country “ O Canada”. Hope to see more of ur adventures. Stay safe .
I have a strange feeling this channel's going to blow up very soon. 44k subs as of 10/2/22, I'm predicting 10 times as many by this time next year. Cheers Anna!
Ohhh girl! Welcome to Canada! I'm a manitoba girl over here and travel in my Soul when I can! I had a little over 2 weeks in August to get my butt over to Abbotsford for an event, explore, and get my butt back! There is a little spot near revelstoke that I SOOO wanted to stay, but I had to get further east before I passes out... because of my tight time frame, I don't get the luxury of enjoying at a leisurely pace... perhaps one day... but this spot had a nice free campground, creek side... a smiling tree stump(not kidding) and a short hike to a waterfall. I shared your very reaction to BC only a few months ago! What I wouldn't give to have lived my life differently up until this point so that I could travel in my car more... but for now I enjoy it while I can... live vicariously through all of you amazingly inspiring van lifers while I can't... and work my butt off to try and get to a better position to be able to travel more in a few years! Can't wait to see your Canadian travels!
Welcome to Canada Anna. I hope you enjoy your stay. We just enjoyed our first 'short' 7 day jaunt into the interior (from Vancouver Island) with our newly minted van project, settling on the South Cariboo country, that we just love. It is a tiny region and there are just so many many places to explore, yes, more than once or twice. Thanks for the 'Canadian' compliments and we wish you many happy hours of discovery.
Absolutely gorgeous place! I love your film style and the drone shots are amazing! You really have a lovely channel, well done!❤
Awesome, Anna! These are extremly wonderful spots 🏔😍😍😍
Agreed, my friend from childhood lives in Vancouver and I got to visit her a few years ago. I could live there in a heartbeat!
For 9-1/2 years I lived six miles South of B.C. on the Kettle River. This video made me miss the beauty of this wonderful country. I love it so much. Thank Youuuu💕 You eat really well, too!!!
Happy Day, Anna!! So glad you're here visiting our beautiful home!! If you want to avoid snow stay in the west coast of BC. May see you there. Welcome 🥰
Wow, first video I watched on this channel, and it's really great. Hope you enjoy your stay in Canada.
God bless you Anna! Glad you are enjoying my country. You are the one who inspired me to join the van life crowd! Looking at units and build options now! Watch out for those crazy cow tippers in Alberta. Rowdy bunch of hooligans.
What a great next adventure and can I say the editing and graphics in this episode are 🔥 so good!!!
I lived on Vancouver island and use to go through B.C. loved living there!! Kootneys and Nelson,so many Beautiful terrains, happy travels!!!!
Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦 enjoy your adventures!!
Love video format,seems so much more real or something which is great when you have a matching personality as hers
Nice new adventure. Thanks for sharing.
Welcome to BC Canada 🇨🇦 Anna!! ...been watching your videos from time to time ..I enjoy them specially this one ..adventurous you are indeed ..keep going girl
Awesome video, I don’t know if my van life travels will take me into Canada 🇨🇦 or not…but it sure is a beautiful country. And the way you share it, makes it look so exciting and breathtaking. I would have gotten in the water even if it was cold…it was to pretty to not take a dip. Happy trails my friend. Stay safe and be on the lookout for Steve Wallis…he can tell you where to go and what to see…plus he’s an amazing camping man.
Oh wow!!! Honestly, that meal looks like a five start restaurant!!! Was so fun and enjoyable getting to escape for a few moments and visit a place I've never been. Thank you so much for sharing 😊
Good decision travelling to Canada. I’d live to live there as well. It’s so beautiful and the Canadians are so nice. Ty what a beautiful camp spot looking forward to your adventures around Canada !! ✌️
Thank you for sharing your adventure. Kudos for you
Ahhh. So beautiful! Can’t wait for the next one!
You are so brave. I truly admire your sense of adventure. Thank you so very much for sharing your experiences with us. I to would love to be a Canadian. My passion is Nova Scotia on the Atlantic Ocean. . Please keep safe and we are anxiously awaiting your next video
I really enjoyed watching this one cant wait to watch all of your awesome videos 🥰🥰🥰
Beautiful!!!! I have to get to Canada one of these days!
Welcome to Canada my friend. I hope your stay is memorable.
Love watching your Canadian adventure
years ago i went camping above eastern WA in Canada and it was so clean and beautiful and no litter at all.
Out of all your videos, this one is the best!
Winter is coming early this year. Hope you're prepared. Absolutely beautiful! I'm jealous 💜
Hi Anna ,just watched ,first word that comes to mind is ....WOW....is that heaven.....You could be the only person in the world there but, you wouldn't mind .a huge cheerio to two people ,your personal trainer ,your looking good Anna .....and your Dentist ....Your smile makes it all worth while.....lol. Great video ,take care out there.
Anna you are in Canada hooray!! Looking forward to your adventures take care! ❤🇦🇺🍻
Welcome to Canada, enjoy your visit
all I can say ie WOW ! so cool ! and letting the air out was hilarious 😆
Hello from southern California!🌻 Just stumbled upon your channel & subscribed. I follow Ame in a Van (travels south of France with her cute Yorkie dog Gigi🌺) & I think that is why your channel popped up. I love your cinematography. Beautifully done. Thank you for letting us tag along. I never leave California..so, it's fun to travel via others..lol😁🌻🌻Stay safe
Thanks for passing by me and my friend yesterday climbing Folding Mountain :D
Weelll. Welcome to Canada. I’ve recently subscribed to your channel when you did the sailing gig. EnJOY your stay . God keep you safe. Again from Windsor Ontario . Thank you for dropping by The Great White North.
Just started the video and I can tell you are so happy 😁 you made the right decision.
I just recently watch some of your videos and i love it❤❤❤
Welcome to Canada! 🇨🇦 enjoy your time!!!
Welcome to Canada, Anna! We're happy to have you here. I'm a vanlifer and traveller too, if you have any questions about anything in Canada. Cheers!
I really enjoyed this one because I don’t let myself watch KZread unless I’m on my stationary bike. The crows nest highway was so fun! Good work out😂
Great video Anna. I have been to Canada twice, it offers beautiful nature. You will love it 😊. By the way: your meal looked delicious. Have a safe trip 🙏
BC is very beautiful. Lots of backcountry roads that lead to lakes and rivers. Lots of boondocking spots as well as Recreation Sites (some free some at a small cost... Rustic campgrounds with only a pit toilet no running water). I'm glad you came to my neck of the woods.
Updated: I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc. People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others KZreadrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with another traveler as I watched their KZread channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Carry Several Extra portable phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell reception, Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery charger-( portable vehicle battery jumper cables ) *Vehicle Jumper cables Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. Exterior vehicle cameras Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies. Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed Although, I just noticed your KZread channel, and other similar channels. You seem Very Aware of your surroundings and Alert, and you may be aware of many of these suggestions, however, I Don’t know, so I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. Keep your vehicle gas filled Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, etc. Please Be Safe... Author Advocate for Humanity, Safety Advocate Jason Sandifer, Michigan 10/03/2022, 10/02/2022
So great to see you exploring my country 🎉. I live in Ontario but have visited B.C. Mostly on the Island. You should go across the ocean on the ferry with your car and see Vancouver Island if you can. It is beautiful. Also if you travel though the mountains and into Alberta, you can drive a scenic route to Lake Louise. All beautiful to see.
Thank you for visiting Canada glad you had fun. As a home sick Canadian living abroad thanks. Come back.
You're living my dream life. What a way to travel!
Welcome to Canada Anna. Hope you make it all the way across into the Atlantic side. From a new subscriber. Dieppe, N.B.
Welcome to beautiful Canada! 🇨🇦
J just came across your video Watched and enjoyed it I too am from WASHINGTON Lived here all my 67 years Anyway stay safe and fun travels
British Colombia and the Yukon really do have amazing views & woods. I've only visited twice each but it reminds me so much of Alaska which I've been a lot of times. You are definitely going to like traveling around there especially the seclusion of most places because I know you like to go off the beaten path 👍🏻
Wow ! The views are absolutely gorgeous ! Canada looks beautiful !
@rideauriverrafter
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comment. Canada? Beautiful? You have no idea until you travel coast to coast to coast in all four seasons. It is beautiful. And friendly too. Come and experience for yourself. Thanks again Mommy Bernie from Bedford NS
I drove the #3 highway about 3 months ago. Was out that way for about a month, such a beautiful drive. Before all the wildfires. You should really check out any of the numerous old Ghost Towns along the way.That area and much of BC is famous for there Old mining history. Cheers,Danny.