Becoming a Minimalist Car Camper

Does anyone else thumbs up Maria's videos before the intro? LOL

Love watching ur videos!! A little advice, I roll up all of my clothes, nice and tight, when packing. Line them up next to each other in a row. Even ur under Garments can be rolled and folded next to each other. Smoosh them together. It’ll give you more space.

Wow! Big congrats on reaching 20+K now! Your channel is growing by leaps & bounds which is so great to see😁

When i was a kid, my family spent lots of time at Lake "Ma Cona Hay": just a FYI, used vehicle prices are predicted to start coming down (returning to more normal market) in the next few months... Great views/video recording! Stay safe!

New subbie 👏🏾😍 Girl, I'm like obsessed with you. I love how you show all the struggles of car living & not just the amazing things. You're a real one. 👌🏾 I'm also watching you on my television now, catching up on videos.

I laughed every time you tried to force the lids on the overpacked containers. You made them close!!! Always remember if you have trouble in sand, air down and momentum is your friend.

Walmart has Action Packers, they are water tight and lockable. So certain things from the back like maybe kitchen stuff or laundry go in those and then they can just tuck under the rear bumper at night. So if you had one or two of the smaller size, it may open up a few cubic feet for time inside. The also make for something nice to sit on. Action packers. Little usb vacuum is good for bugs. More driving technique from Maria McRae!😊

Okay, I’m new here too and have been BINGE watching you, ru & blue for the last week! I seriously adore you, you’re hilarious and you inspire me to get out there and roam recklessly 🤟🏻 I will be around for as long as you guys are ♥️ safe travels Maria! Kisses for blue, and good vibes for Ru! XoXo

I think that can of bear spray would be more effective if it's OUTSIDE of it's packaging. You know, in case of an emergency and you're not fumbling around trying to tear open that annoying plastic blister pack that we all struggle with. Anyway, have fun and stay safe out there.

I am a 64 year old granny that is loving your videos! What a strong beautiful woman you are. I have a silly question. When you are in your car at night with a light on or even just the light from your phone or computer, can others outside of your car see you? That worries me. I know that you are safety smart and you have that covered but I just had to ask! Love and peace to you, Ru and Blue!

well alright, alright alright, i believe the beautiful aquascape you are at is more than likely said like "Mickonahay" , similar to the actor Mathew from so many great films, such as contact and dallas buyers club.. <3

Bear spray is expensive, nice to have when you need it though.And not just for bears.

A proper large roof box would really help with that kinda setup. I love rocking a wagon and for travel a roof top box is excellent. Real car people love wagons:)

It is totally understandable Maria this situation with all your things. Traveling with RU is for sure a great lesson what's you really need. Again can't wait to see what is your next rig. Keep it up!👍

Fairly new to your channel. Been rv living 2 1/2 years in an old old old rv. Saw that folding sink on another video a day ago. Ordered two. Lol Thank you thank you thank you.

I like to roll all my clothes and it gives me more space I am glad you got the bear spray can't wait to see the new rigg.

I love watching ppl clean their stuff and organize I enjoyed this video 📸

Hey, thanks for being you, so funny, my southern accent comes out when I’m filming too! Haha 😂 sending you good vibes and heaps of health. Looking forward to celebrating you getting more living space and then some. Cheers!

Oh you're going to enjoy having a lid for your skillet. It's truly a game changer when it comes to cooking. With a cast iron lid you can shut off your stove when the food is about 75% complete and it will finish cooking - fuel savings The water vapor will drip down and sizzle on he pan and steam your food - more consistent cooking. Bury the skillet and lid in coals and you have a fantastic dutch oven - bake anything you want! And just off the top of my head one more thing - less splatter. Good video. Kent

Hello Maria, Blue, & Ru, I’m a new subscriber as well. I absolutely Love your videos. Very informative & helpful. I can see the Love & Passion that you have for what you are doing. I’m sure that there is a lot of work that goes with it. You make it look so easy. Have not had the time to watch all of your videos. The ones that I have I Love the Drone Video. It’s just awesome. I’m so happy for you to see that your Channel is growing quickly & definitely will be ordering merchandise to help support the channel. Love you, Blue & Ru. God Bless y’all & above all I pray that you will be safe. Kind Regards, Christopher