Why Live Alternatively?
I first started living on the road in 2016. I chose van life because it offered me an affordable, rent-free lifestyle; a lifestyle which allowed me to have greater control over my time.
Living full time as a nomad ultimately permitted me to focus on the things I wanted to focus on. I developed skills and had so many experiences that I otherwise would not have had. Simply put, I would not be the person I am today without van life.
When I started living minimally, I was able to reduce my monthly expenses tremendously. In doing so, I could then spend more time learning. I could focus on the things I was passionate about without having to worry about the frequent bills that I had in my previous life.
The decision to limit my possessions and monetary debts gifted me a taste of freedom that I had never before experienced. I used all this extra time to hone my crafts in everything from videography & photography to building out custom camper vans. I would never have learned these skills had I not made that initial leap towards van life.
Since then I’ve also explored other forms of alternative living including tiny house dwelling and off-grid adventures.
See below for all things related to van life, off-grid homesteading, and alternative living. I share my experiences, tips & tricks, gear recommendations, campervan & tiny home build details, and some of my favorite videos & photos from the past 7+ years.
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Honda Element Camper | DIY SUV RV for Van Life
Honda Element Camper (Take 3) https://youtu.be/KSOy8X63fjc Since 2016 I’ve had a few variations on the Honda Element camper (and some other vans too!). My first Element Camper was where my van life journey began. I lived in this Element for 3 years while traveling all around the U.S. After selling that original Element I went
How to Start Van Life | My Honda Element Journey
Van Life – A New Beginning In 2016 I decided to convert my Honda Element into a camper and live in it full time. I started my YouTube Channel back then while also picking up random seasonal work and traveling the United States. I was pretty unhappy in the years before moving into my Element.