Summer van life can get HOT fast, especially while camping and boondocking off-grid. In this video, I share the essential items, cooling gear, and practical tips that help me stay comfortable during summer van life and camping. From airflow and shade to hydration and daily habits, these are the things that make a huge difference when temperatures rise. Product links: Evapolar evap cooler: https://bit.ly/amanda20evplr Bug/mosquito curtains: https://amzn.to/4dyMbn3 Cooling blanket: https://amzn.to/49cUGTp Cooling towels: https://amzn.to/3RBsSlD Weather station: https://amzn.to/3CQZ8KC Below you will find ways to support my adventures, as well as an Amazon product list and Starlink referral code for new customers. 🌵 Merch: adventuringwithamanda.com 💕 Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanda.yantos/ Donation Links: ~ PayPal: paypal.me/dogmomdays ~ Venmo: @Amanda_Adventures ~ CashApp: $AmandaAdventures Starlink Referral Code: https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-3542443-53715-61&app_source=share By purchasing items from Amazon using the links below, I may earn a small commission to help with business expenses. Thank you! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amazon Links List & Starlink Referral Code: Starlink Referral Code: https://www.starlink.com/residential?referral=RC-3542443-53715-61&app_source=share Solar Panels & Power Stations: Renogy 200w Solar Panel: https://amzn.to/4qUxhfG Bluetti AC70 Power Station: https://amzn.to/4mHJJ1q Vtoman 1500 Power Station: https://amzn.to/4jyNjIR Vtoman 600 Power Station: https://amzn.to/4p24Kox 12ft Solar Extension Cord: https://amzn.to/3H1nWBm Misc Electronic Items: Bluetooth Lantern: https://amzn.to/3MMIVLo Onite USB Light Bulb: https://amzn.to/38z8s2I Anker Bluetooth Speaker: https://amzn.to/3SHt9QH Yesper Jump Starter: https://amzn.to/43T1P66 Trail Cam: https://amzn.to/4iTlA6u Weather Station: https://amzn.to/3CQZ8KC Food, Water and Cooking: Tea Kettle Collapsible: https://amzn.to/43E1hUz SetPower RF30 Fridge: https://amzn.to/44V6nNe Hot Logic Portable Oven: https://amzn.to/459L33y GasOne Butane Stove: https://amzn.to/3DRJRGO Pour Over Coffee Bags: https://amzn.to/3ZdD2b1 Electric Water Dispenser: https://amzn.to/3Z6f6an Camp Stove Windscreen: https://amzn.to/3N7sDdA Water Bags 1.3gal (4 pack): https://amzn.to/4kqhL8t Hygiene: Portable Shower: https://amzn.to/3Lq26E9 Folding Bucket: https://amzn.to/48ElKbz Scrubzz Rinse-free Bath Sponges: https://amzn.to/3KOIBVE Wolfwise Popup Toilet Tent: https://amzn.to/3n4fm5T Collapsible Toilet: https://amzn.to/48QiBXW Hygiene Caddy: https://amzn.to/3mXO440 Toilet Ottoman: https://amzn.to/3WRcE8z Toilet Bags: https://amzn.to/4u3Rfqe Window/Door Coverings: Mosquito Net Curtains: https://amzn.to/4qOxhgT Heatshields: Heatshieldstore.com Bed/Blankets: Heating Blanket: https://amzn.to/482iaL8 Trifold 4” Memory Foam Mattress: https://amzn.to/36z4q9o Get Out Gear Down Puffy Blanket/Poncho: https://amzn.to/40sa4aA Fitted Cot Sheet: https://amzn.to/3J4btva Miscellaneous: Headrest Organizer: https://amzn.to/4mhiudQ Vacuum: https://amzn.to/4g7VQSA Sticky Gel Pads: https://amzn.to/3no94xR Binder Clips: https://amzn.to/3TfUBnz Grandpa Gus’s Mouse Repellent: https://amzn.to/3NLAJpK CO2 Detector: https://amzn.to/3RIDHQV Broom: https://amzn.to/3RhQyYA Pop Up Trash Bin: https://amzn.to/48bqWTN Fire Blanket: https://amzn.to/41MAR0c Furniture: 3 Tier Slim Shelf: https://amzn.to/3sn6bzv Bamboo Lap Table: https://amzn.to/3WQb5FS Gray Storage Ottoman: https://amzn.to/3z2nI9i _ van, van life, nomad, van life community, minivan camper, minivan, van camping, car camping, minivan camper conversion, minivan camping, van life travel, nomad community, vans, van conversion, no build van, DIY van camper, tiny living, mobile living, boondocking, off grid, grand caravan, travel, van build, van camper, minivan camper living, Dodge Grand Caravan, boondock, camp, camping, minivan living, solo van life, solo camping, female van life, day in the life, car camping adventures, caravan, van life with pets, guinea pig, guinea pig vlog, camping with guinea pig, guinea pig van life #VanLife #Camping #SummerCamping #VanLifeTips #MinivanCamper #Boondocking #CampingLife #NomadLife #OffGridLiving #VanLifeEssentials #TravelLifestyle #CampLife #VanDwelling #SummerTravel #AdventureLife
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Amanda, I’ll begin by saying how much I love you have kept Wynston’s memory on your intro. ❤❤❤. I actually missed seeing Jax in this video. 😂😂😂. Please stay safe and stay cool.
That was great info. You sure do seem to find nice places. Would you consider giving info on spots you stay without giving away your favorite spots of course. Like what forest roads or areas. Enjoy all your videos
Evapolar evap cooler: /amanda20evplr Bug/mosquito curtains: /4dyMbn3 Cooling blanket: /49cUGTp Cooling towels: /3RBsSlD Weather station: /3CQZ8KC
It's been in the 90s the past 2 days here in Syracuse NY, hazy, hot, and humid! My recommendation: lay completely naked in front of your fan while spitzing yourself with ice water!! I'm so happy to be leaving the humidity this summer and spending it in South Dakota ❤ Stay cool friends and HAPPY SUMMER ❤❤
That fan is worth its weight in gold ( in 2010 gold prices … not now 😅 ) if it gets hot where you’re camped at during the mid day hours. #priceless 😊
Nice recommendations,Amanda. In a pinch when I have been desperate, I hung a fan in the window and spritzed water in front of it. I will have to get some of that bug fabric. Those little tiny bugs get right through my screens!😮
Good info
Hello Amanda another enjoyable video, what happened to the Walmart 3 speed fan you got I believe from your Mom in an older Video, that's what got me to find one & test it out & we loved it, Walmart no longer sells them, as Comfort Zone bought the rights to that Fan, it's now nearly $23 but it's as good or better than fans costing 3x as much, it's our main one in our Transit Van, we decided to trade up in size a few months back & I've been working on the Ford Transit since & now it's ready to hit the road, actually tonight is our first night staying all day at camp & then sleeping in it. It's wonderful, we loved our DGC GT 2020 model but we just needed the room & my Wife wanted a built in bathroom & larger bed, & just overall more room & this Van a 2019 Ford Transit Medium roof has fit our needs perfectly. If you ever look for a larger one, this is the one to get, I tested & tried & reviewed other similar sized vans & this one easily won out.
Happy Tuesday Amanda
Thanks for sharing your great tips on how to keep cool while travelling. 🙋♀️🇦🇺
Thank you!
Those are all wonderful tips🎉🎉. Thanks Amanda 🤗
Great tips and products. Thank you
Thanks for the helpful tips. Unlike you I'm chasing the warmer climates, not quite yet I'm waiting on my van to get delivered. I was going to buy a used Sienna all wheel drive but I hesitate it for 2 days to go look and lo and behold I was going to go see it tomorrow I had an appointment and then he called me back tonight and told me it was being written up and sold today so now I have to wait 30 days for a brand new one to come in. Has all the things I wanted except the all-wheel drive but I can probably do fine with front wheel drive only. I can't wait to get out and chase warmer weather it's quite warm here in Georgia right now but it's also humid and no I don't want 100° temperatures but I do like 80 to 85 comfortably. ✌️ and God bless
I brought that cooling blanket because of u. Since then I have bought 3 of them for my friends.
I live in Colorado. One thing to remember is to lotion up your feet - especially in the dry climates. Wearing sandals a lot will dry out your feet fast. You don't want to get split heels. I know one thing that helped me when I lived in a humid climate was a dehumidifier - dryer is much more comfortable than wetter. You can buy small dehumidifiers.
Great tips Amanda. I actually ordered myself one of the cooling blankets several years ago on your recommendation & they are awesome.
What's the messengerment of the curtains
Of yr cargo box is it fastened to yr laugege rack
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