There is a movement that is somewhat tied to preparedness and self-reliance and it is all about minimalism. Basically getting by and living a full life and existence with as little as possible. I came across the YouTube channel IAmJake and his video about living in his Jeep for one year. Being a Jeep owner it certainly caught my attention.
In the video below Jake discusses his set up and how he will live in his Jeep. Pretty impressive and some good ideas can be pulled from it when it comes to a bug out vehicle.
I’ve often said that a vehicle can be an incredible survival tool that most just do not think about. It can provide shelter, power, heating, cooling, and also information. Yes – fuel is needed and there is always a risk of breakdown.
Check out the video below:
I’ve seen several variations on a theme here .. Even urban minimalism that knows nothing about preparedness. I think it stems from a longing for a simpler life with less to consider and be confused with. It used to be simpler .. and now not so much.
Yup vehicles are a big deal .. I think the survival shows have similar genesis.
GG58
I have (2) bug out vans. they are both livable. There are 1,000’s of people living in vans (vandwellers) all over this country & I am Happy for all of them.living their lives as many more will if the “shtf”
keeb.
Hey Keeb,
What kind of vans? We’re going to look at Ford Transit diesel vans this Sat.
PB
Ford Transit NOT American Made. Cargo Vans work the Best ( My opinion. NOT sliding door ones)
I have (3) Chevy G20’s Vans Modified BY me to make them livable Porty Potty’s Portable sink, (1) has 10 gallon water tank,12 volt pump & a shower pan,,I’m making up a 3/8″ Pex piping Floor heating system,for one of them. I bought solar panels for the Roof & all (3) have Led lighting.,so many Possibilities.
Thanks Keeb
PB