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The biggest challenges for me living in my van during the pandemic has been the closure of rec centers to shower, and the lack of socializing with pals. I have been living in the small city of Victoria BC, on vancouver island, so the covid cases here compared to other cities arent as much, but...

I'm in Halifax! Hitching back west to Ontario in a day or so. Anyone wanna join me and my pup?

Right on!! Safe travels

Lots of punk around Montreal. I'll be heading to Quebec in a couple weeks! If youre still around we should kick it. I'll be in Qcity at some point too!

I left BC last month.. kicking it around Toronto until the weather warms up. Then i'm hitching east..hopefully out to Newfoundland! definitely still cold east of Quebec, but hey, if you're equipped for the cold, its all good.

I have done quite a bit of hitch hiking. I have also experienced what it is like to live and travel in a van. They are two very different ways of living, and they both have their pros and cons. If you have the income, traveling in a vehicle gives you a lot of freedom, comfort, and security. It...

Hey! I'm heading back east to Ontario this month. I've been in BC for a long time now and I'm itching to get back on the road. I'm going back to Toronto, so I'll be passing through your area. I'll hit you up if I end up stopping in Sudbury!

I am thinking about doing something similar with a hatchback. I was going to get a van, but i want something smaller so it is better on gas. I was wondering though, how do you have a flat surface in the back of your car if the seats are out? And, what kind of car is it?

I am pretty sure that service dogs are allowed on airplanes. If they are certified and have all the paperwork, pretty sure it just sits right under your seat. It shouldnt be a problem unless you have a really big dog.

I havent found anything on the roadside, but i have found clothes and jackets laying around the city which i grabbed. Including a pair of floral printed doc martens..my size and everything.

no problem! pm me if you've got any other questions. yeahh! big pet stores like Petsmart throw out sooo much stuff

around 30 bucks a month approximately. i dumpster a lot of treats and stuff, but i like to stick to the same food for her, so i buy it

honestly, just buy high quality food and soak it before you feed it to your pup. Cover the kibble with water and let it sit for a few mins. This will help prevent bloating, which is especially an issue with larger breed dogs, like pitbulls. i feed my 7 month old pup the taste of the wild puppy...

unless you always have access to fresh meat every day, or have a fridge/freezer, i would recommend sticking to kibble. The thing is, once you go raw, you gotta stick with raw. You can't switch back and forth because raw meat and kibble each digest at different rates. kibble takes a lot longer to...

If you wanna go the natural way, there are treats you can buy that are all natural with added herbs and amino acids like L-Theanine, Chamomile, Lemon balm, etc. There are lots of different brands that make different formulas, and they have worked wonders for my pup when she is in a situation...

VW buses can be tricky. now a days they are very expensive to buy one that actually runs. I would go for a cargo van or mini van depending on how much space you need. Whatever you do though, make sure to have specific savings put aside just for repairs cause i would suck to have to ditch it on...

yes! she needs to meet other dogs asap

That is very true. She almost has all of her shots, so when she does, i will start taking her out and about with me everywhere i go

That is good to know. Maybe I should take her on some car trips now that she is young. I just want to try my best to not have her get into a routine. thanks

I have been wanting a dog for years now and I finally got her. I picked her up about a week ago from some lady who posted an ad on kijiji, saying that her son was allergic to the dog. She is almost 4 months old, so there is a lot she still needs to learn. I am planning to spend the winter months...

cotton will make you sweat in the winter

Cool! glad to help... Im working at a vitamin shop right now so thats how i know about these things.

Fish oil high in DHA can help brain function over time, yes. A really good company that makes supplements for the brain is called 3 Brains. Specifically the product "Cloud Nine" and "Brain Defense". Although, any of the products can help. You could find them in any health food store or vitamin shop.

Any shoe that is comfortable is for sure the best way to go. Doesnt really matter what kind of shoe as long as its durable and comfortable. Hiking shoes sounds like a good way to go. Combat boots can get super hot in the summer, and sneakers can wear out easily.

Oh that's good to know.. won't recommend it for shaving. i was just quoting what the website says. When i found out you could use it as toothpaste I was too curious and actually tried it. I used the almond scented one and it actually wasnt too bad. It felt very soapy, but didnt taste that way. I...

Not sure if this has been mentioned on here, but i thought i should share anyways so everybody knows about the Dr. Bronner 18 in 1 pure castile soap. It can be used to absolutely everything and anything which makes it so handy when traveling. Here's a list of some uses: 1. SHAVING Dilute one...

Hey! Im new to this style of travelling as well (train hopping, hitching, etc.) Maybe finding a road dog you feel comfortable with will help with the feelings of anxiety and uncertainty.

I'm not sure how well it would work on the tarp, but maybe try stitching pieces of black/brown fabric and patches on the sleeping bag. It might take a while, but then at least its reversible if you ever want the orange back.

your stories are great and so are your pics! looking forward to reading more :)

I'm heading west this summer! I'm living just outside of toronto right now, and plan on hitting the road in a couple months.

ive decided to head out west once the weather warms up. for now im staying at a buddies place in toronto.

I'm still questioning the knife for self defense. i may just pick up some pepper gel if worse comes to worse

Hahaha yeah exactly...

Haha exactly. Well i probably could stab someone, but i wouldn't want to fuck anyone up too badly. Mannnn i need to toughen up lol. thanks Matt :)

Thanks! I will try my hardest :) Yeah, i know what you mean. I feel like i could get my way out of a situation like that just by bullshitting my way out. A blade or knife would be smart. I wouldn't be able to physically use it, but it would definitely work to deter anyone from getting closer...

Good idea

Yeah, I've head that the most dangerous things for a lady on the road is creepy guys :S

ooh right! i'll check that out.

If you can, check out second hand clothing stores or even kijiji. People are always getting rid of decent and barely worn shoes. I found a pair of leather docs (the hiking shoe style) at a thrift store near me for $8. It's all about luck, but it's worth a try :)

That's really smart. Taking a photo of the license plate is a good idea. I wouldn't even know how to turn down a ride, but i guess you gotta do what you gotta do if someone feels sketchy to you

Thanks guys! I guess I needed a little encouragement. Yeah, some sort of weapon is probably a good idea.

Hey, I am planning on traveling once spring comes back around. I will most likely start by hitching my way out of town and see what happens from there. I am planning on going alone, possibly with a dog. Is it really that unsafe for a girl? Everyone is telling me to bring a dude with me, but I...

that looks awesome! great detail on the fire logs.

Thanks!!

Thanks guys :)

Hey. My names Drea and I'm new to travelling and I am looking to meet people and hopefully make some friends with similar interests. I live in a town right outside of Toronto, Ontario. If anyone is around the Toronto area, I would love to hang out. I make art, mainly painting on fabric. I also...