254 Driving Myths, Multitools, Boat Board, Cigarette Lighter Outlets, A Sad Moment

So much great feedback on the first aid kit episode that I made a whole episode out of it! We'll also talk about other things you should have in your van, including a great app that's a must have.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, I camped in this.    Not a lot of notes this week! Thanks!

14 Maj 35min

First aid kits seem like a good idea, but are they useful? Ours is! Let's dive deep on this one. We'll also visit a mummified hand, see trees in the road, play with sharp things and stop a whole lot of bleeding.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The AI made me do it PRODUCT REVIEW Clozex Emergency Laceration Closure https://amzn.to/44rakZV A PLACE TO VISIT Sewards Curiosities  https://wp.cga.ct.gov/osh/museum-of-curiosities/ TECH TALK Leatherman Tools https://amzn.to/4d77F9L RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Online Wilderness First Aid Certification https://survivalmed.org/courses/wfa-16-hr/ FIRST AID KIT Wilderness First Aid Training:  Red Cross American Outdoor School Emergency Number List: US poison control 1-800-222-122 General Emergency 911 Mental Health Support 988 Stop the Bleed Kit - TRAINING STRONGLY RECOMMENDED Pressure dressing (Israeli bandage or similar) - Maintains pressure over bleeding wounds Hemostatic gauze (e.g., QuikClot) - Promotes clotting in deep wounds; requires training Blister Tape (Moleskin) - Blister prevention Burn Cream - Minor burns Medical paper or silicone tape - Gentle adhesion to skin; secures dressings with minimal irritation Heavy-duty cloth or waterproof tape - Strong adhesion for securing splints, bandages, or emergency repairs Cotton swabs (e.g., Q-tips) - Applying ointments, cleaning small wounds, precise care Flat-style instant cold pack (single-use) - Temporary relief for sprains, bruises, burns, and insect bites Sterile gauze pads (various sizes) - Covering wounds, absorbing fluids Heavy-duty feminine pads (non-menstrual use) - Used as emergency absorbent dressing for bleeding control Irrigation syringe (10-20 mL) - Wound flushing Antiseptic wipes (benzalkonium or chlorhexidine) - Wound cleaning Hydrocolloid bandages - Blister prevention and treatment Adhesive bandages - Small cuts and abrasions Whistle - Emergency signaling; attract attention in remote areas Disposable thermometer - Fever monitoring Scalpel (individually wrapped, single-use) - Precision cutting in emergencies; backup cutting tool Stainless steel sewing needle - Removing splinters, emergency gear or fabric repair First Aid Guide - Reference Small compass (cheap but reliable) - Basic navigation in case of GPS failure or emergency Tick remover tool (e.g., Tick Key) - Safer removal of embedded ticks (optional, useful in wooded areas) CPR mask (one-way valve) - Rescue breathing TRAINING RECOMMENDED Sterile eye wash (saline solution) - Flush out irritants, dust, or debris from eyes Trauma shears (full size, usable) - Cutting tape, clothes Tweezers (fine tip) - Splinters, ticks Acetaminophen - Pain, fever (alternate to ibuprofen) Activated charcoal - for poisoning Zinc oxide diaper cream - Treats chafing, rashes, minor burns, insect bites; provides moisture barrier Meclizine or dimenhydrinate - Motion sickness, nausea Antacid tablets - Indigestion, heartburn Oral rehydration salts - Rehydration during illness Loperamide - Diarrhea Hand sanitizer (60%+ alcohol) - Hand hygiene Nitrile gloves - Protective barrier Finger cots - Protect wounds on fingers; keep dressings dry Non-lubricated condoms - Emergency water carrier, wound protection, or improvised cover Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Allergic reactions, sleep aid Hydrocortisone cream 1% - Skin irritation, rash Ibuprofen - Pain, inflammation, fever Loratadine or cetirizine - Non-drowsy allergy relief 2-day emergency supply of essential personal meds - Includes medications critical for survival or ongoing treatment (e.g., insulin, heart meds) Hard candy (glucose source) - Emergency sugar source for suspected diabetic hypoglycemia Naloxone nasal spray (e.g., Narcan) - Emergency treatment for opioid overdose; potentially life-saving Permanent marker (e.g., Sharpie) - Mark tourniquet times, label supplies, track wound changes, or leave emergency notes   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.

7 Maj 1h 1min

Forget vans and SUVs! You can build a rig out of anything, and here are some strange ideas. We'll also visit a desert in Canada, put out a fire with a blanket, take apart MC4 connectors, and hear some tales from an old job.  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io 1983 Toyota Mini-Cruiser NEWS Jeff on Treasures of Our Town https://treasuresofourtown.buzzsprout.com/2131068/episodes/17001173-the-boring-town-challenge-w-jeff-wagg Camping World Controversy https://www.thestreet.com/retail/largest-rv-dealer-unexpectedly-shuts-down-store-amid-flag-controversy Vermont Vanlife Murder https://www.courttv.com/news/vt-v-joseph-ferlazzo-van-life-and-death-murder-trial/ PRODUCT REVIEW Fire Blankets Susan in Canada https://amzn.to/3YnvTqm A PLACE TO VISIT Destination Osoyoos https://destinationosoyoos.com/osoyoos-visitor-centre/ 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.

30 Apr 50min

Charge without Solar or DC to DC? It's possible! But advisable? Well... We'll also visit the French Riviera, brew up a home grown WiFi network replacement, explore a WEIRD device, and take a look at Campendium. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io A very strange and yet interesting device.  NEWS Best Security Items for Vanlife https://tech.yahoo.com/cybersecurity/articles/best-security-tech-van-life-110000515.html Cracker Barrel Banning Overnight Camping?  https://www.rvtravel.com/cracker-barrel-banning-overnight-camping/ Know Your Rights at Immigration Check Points https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/border-zone PRODUCT REVIEW Galvanox Battery Voltage Tester (Cannot be used to check AA, AAA, etc batteries!) https://amzn.to/4ire8NO RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Campendium https://www.campendium.com TECH TALK Meshtastic https://meshtastic.org/ 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.

23 Apr 47min

Extreme weather affects folks living in vehicles more than most—what do you do? We'll explore. We'll also visit Iceland! Land of the vanlife test drive, and figure out what to do when you have the wrong fuel in your rig. Monkey Magnets and Ventusky are both fun to say!  If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Imagine the force needed to do this. NEWS PA Promotes State Parks Amid Federal Campground Closures https://www.newhopefreepress.com/2025/04/07/pa-promotes-state-parks-amid-federal-campground-closures Top Digital Nomad Destinations in 2025 Ranked by Data, Visas, and Living Costs https://culture.org/travel/top-digital-nomad-destinations-in-2025/ A PLACE TO VISIT Iceland https://outofnowheretravel.com/2023/12/vanlife-iceland-for-9-days-what-its-really-like/ PRODUCT REVIEW Monkey Magnets https://amzn.to/4j91Mvg RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Ventusky https://www.ventusky.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.

9 Apr 54min

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

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 Mars 53min