002 Staying Warm, First Thing You Should Buy, Indiana Dunes, Saving Hotel Costs

002 Staying Warm, First Thing You Should Buy, Indiana Dunes, Saving Hotel Costs

Welcome! In this episode, we discuss staying warm during the cold months, the first (and most important) thing you should buy for your van build, Indiana Dunes, and how I spent my first night in the van.

  • TALES FROM THE ROAD: My First Night
    • I put a cot in the van, some plastic crates, and headed out. I knew it would suck, but I also knew it would teach me a lot of what I needed to know to get the project going.

  • TECH TALK: Buy this first!
    • The first thing you should buy? A fire extinguisher. Seriously. Here's a good one that gives you lots of mounting options: https://amzn.to/2stOwxe

  • A PLACE TO VISIT: Indiana Dunes
    • It's true! Some of the best dunes in the US are found in Indiana, right on Lake Michigan. - Everything you need to know to plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/indu

  • RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Element Van Life on YouTube
    • YouTube has a wealth of information, and Nate's progression from an old Honda Element to a brand new NV200 can teach you a lot about van life. The fact that he's an accomplished video story teller makes each episode engaging, and over time, I think you'll consider Nate a friend you've never met just as I do. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX2_P3E87g-cBAtr1Lihfyw

Indiana Dunes, photo by Witoki

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252 Minimalism Revisited, West Virginia, Zero Breeze, Converters vs. Inverter-Chargers

252 Minimalism Revisited, West Virginia, Zero Breeze, Converters vs. Inverter-Chargers

Minimalism is more than just "less stuff." It's more freedom. We'll also spend some time in the Wild Wonderful, listen to Nellie extol the virtues of her Zero Breeze, confuse people with electrical terms and try to replace iOverlander If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, this is a form of minimalism. NEWS Idaho Outlaws Stealth Vanlife https://boisedev.com/news/2025/03/25/homeless-camping-ban-little Crater Lake Closing https://www.sfgate.com/national-parks/article/crater-lake-national-park-trail-closing-20246200.php Outside Van Baseline https://outsidevan.com/baseline/https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/mercedes-has-almost-doubled-evito-vans-range-298-miles A PLACE TO VISIT Harpers Ferry, WV https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpers_Ferry_National_Historical_Park PRODUCT REVIEW Zero Breeze Portable Air Conditioner https://www.zerobreeze.com/products/zero-breeze-mark-2?ref=oxcismqj RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Free Campsites https://www.freecampsites.net   Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

3 Apr 51min

251 Is It Safe to Visit the US? USB Tester, Remote Jobs, Digital Nomads

251 Is It Safe to Visit the US? USB Tester, Remote Jobs, Digital Nomads

Is it safe to visit the USA? We'll take an honest look. We'll also play with a USB tester, find some remote jobs, look at places that offer Digital Nomad Visas, and hear a tale of kindness. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Is it safe? NEWS iOverlander 2.0 Fails https://www.abqjournal.com/lifestyle/article_cba62748-fd02-11ef-997f-cbd0f6a86ea2.html  New Documents https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/nbc-5-responds/new-us-uk-european-travel-requirements/3783511/ eVito Longer Range https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/mercedes-has-almost-doubled-evito-vans-range-298-miles A PLACE TO VISIT Countries With Digital Nomad Visas https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/countries-with-digital-nomad-visas PRODUCT REVIEW Drok USB Tester https://amzn.to/4j6zHUW RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION We Work Remotely – One of the largest platforms for remote jobs across tech, marketing, design, and more. https://lnkd.in/gT2Fz-aF FlexJobs – Curated, scam-free remote job listings, but requires a paid subscription. https://www.flexjobs.com/ Remote OK – A remote job board with salaries listed upfront and job filters for easy searching. https://remoteok.com/ Remote.co – Focuses on fully remote companies that have a strong remote culture. https://remote.co/ Jobspresso – High-quality remote jobs in tech, marketing, and customer support. https://jobspresso.co/ Remotive – A remote job board with company reviews and job categories that pay well. https://remotive.io/ JustRemote – Helps you find fully remote jobs with visibility on international opportunities. https://justremote.co/ Virtual Vocations – A U.S.-focused site with telecommuting job opportunities. https://lnkd.in/gbuQdW38 Outsourcely – Connects job seekers with startups looking for remote talent. https://lnkd.in/ghyKHcbb SkipTheDrive – Offers remote jobs across industries with easy filtering. https://lnkd.in/gJv_actq AngelList – Great for landing high-paying remote jobs at startups. https://angel.co/jobs   Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

28 Mar 53min

250 Celebration Episode! Your Questions Answered!

250 Celebration Episode! Your Questions Answered!

One of many spots I never planned on. This is a hill in Bangor, ME, former home of Stephen King. In this episode we talk about: Dust pans Chevy Brightdrop Enchanted Highway Window Lubricant No builds Electric Parking Brakes 12v Air Conditioners YouTube Nomad Life Wiki Remote Jobs Finding Vans And more! Thanks for being here for over 250 episodes!

19 Mar 1h 9min

249 Leave No Trace, Hotel Callifornia, Li Ion, Trackers, T-Shirt Story 2

249 Leave No Trace, Hotel Callifornia, Li Ion, Trackers, T-Shirt Story 2

Do you leave no trace? Let's talk about it. We'll also visit the Hotel California, look at Android Trackers, and find a place to buy vans. Oh, and there's a t-shirt.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io I've always been remarkably goofy.  NEWS Canadian Snowbirds Face Border Hurdles https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/news/2025/02/28/canadian-snowbirds-could-face-headache-at-border-following-executive-order Crackdown on Egg Smuggling https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/28/americas/egg-smuggling-bird-flu-mexico-border-int-latam/index.html Urgent warning after Aussies lose $175,000 caravan in 'devastating' fire https://au.news.yahoo.com/urgent-warning-after-aussies-lose-175000-caravan-in-devastating-fire-213244230.html   TECH TALK Android Trackers https://www.androidauthority.com/tested-google-find-my-device-android-airtag-alternatives-3510305/ PRODUCT REVIEW Lap Desk https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ4JSJ32?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1   Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

5 Mar 50min

248 10 Dangerous Things, 3M Security Film, Caravan Trick, CANADA, Remote Jobs

248 10 Dangerous Things, 3M Security Film, Caravan Trick, CANADA, Remote Jobs

What's your biggest fear? I'll bet it's not what's actually dangerous. We'll take a look at vanlife ways to die. We'll also review 3M security film, explore a hidden feature of Dodge Caravans, hear a tale about a bad day, and maybe find a remote job. Oh, we'll visit Canada too! If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Or do they?  NEWS  Arizona State Parks Raise Fees https://azstateparks.com/press/fees-increase-at-arizona-state-parks-and-trails-to-support-park-operations Gabby Petito Docuseries https://www.netflix.com/watch/81757007?trackId=15035895 VanFest Cape Cod https://anescapetothecape.com/ TALES FROM THE ROAD Liz James Has a Day Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BYhMArb1a/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Boring Remote Jobs that Pay Well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU9qNEi5aYk Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

27 Feb 50min

247 Boondocking, USB Light, Lost Luggage, Fire

247 Boondocking, USB Light, Lost Luggage, Fire

A Boondocking build makes a lot of sense, whether you plan to use campgrounds or not. And we'll take a look at USB lighting, visit some lost luggage, and nearly displace over 200 people into the cold Chicago air.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io My first fully self-contained rig.  NEWS  South Dakota Threatens Residency https://rvmiles.com/south-dakota-legislation-threatens-residency-for-full-time-rvers/ Chaos at National Parks https://www.nationalparkstraveler.org/2025/02/dirty-toilets-grumpy-visitors-and-vandalism-get-ready-summer-parks Fuel Prices https://news.google.com/search?q=fuel%20prices&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen PRODUCT REVIEW Hanging Safe https://news.google.com/search?q=fuel%20prices&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3Aen A PLACE TO VISIT Unclaimed Baggage https://www.unclaimedbaggage.com/pages/contact RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Unclaimed Baggage Site https://www.unclaimedbaggage.com/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

19 Feb 41min

246 10 Vanlife Myths, Elegear Pad, Glacial Grooves, Cooking Gases, Vanning While Disabled

246 10 Vanlife Myths, Elegear Pad, Glacial Grooves, Cooking Gases, Vanning While Disabled

Do you believe these myths? It's OK if you do-but here's why I don't. We'll also look at a really comfortable sleeping pad, visit a geologic wonder, explain LPG vs. Propane vs. Butane vs. Natural Gas, and spend some time with Wheelie Yellow If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io I wish I had the Elegear pad when I owned this setup. TECH TALK Seymour 16-45 Rust Converter, Black https://amzn.to/40KmF7R PRODUCT REVIEW Elegear Pad https://amzn.to/4hzjRBT A PLACE TO VISIT Kelleys Island Glacial Grooves https://www.kelleysislandchamber.com/directory/places/glacial-grooves/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Wheelie Yellow https://www.youtube.com/@WheelieYellow Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

13 Feb 41min

245 NOW is the Time, Rust Converter, Moose, Boxio, A Plate of Bacon

245 NOW is the Time, Rust Converter, Moose, Boxio, A Plate of Bacon

This is an unedited podcast produced by narcotics and sheer will.  Now is the time to build your van and hit the road! Really! We'll also talk about rust converters, moose watching, a simple sink solution, creative helps, and a strange woman with a plate of bacon.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Version 1. Good enough, but Version 2 was better.  NEWS Canada Ends Permits for Pacific Crest Trail https://www.backpacker.com/news-and-events/news/canada-pacific-crest-trail-border-ban-united-states/ Hiring Freeze at National Parks https://www.politico.com/news/2025/02/03/trump-hiring-freeze-national-park-service-00202098 Higher Prices for Cheap Chinese Goods https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/shein-temu-amazon-haul-set-price-hikes-us-shuts-trade-loophole-2025-02-04/ TECH TALK Seymour 16-45 Rust Converter, Black https://amzn.to/40KmF7R PRODUCT REVIEW Boxio https://myboxio.com/products/portable-sink A PLACE TO VISIT Moose Tours https://www.neoc.com/moose-and-wildlife-tours-in-maine/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Ways to Stay Creative https://www.startofhappiness.com/26-ways-to-stay-creative/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

4 Feb 37min

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