Van Life Wanderer
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Stockton is one of the most dangerous cities in California. The city experiences crime twice as often as the national average and violent crimes nearly four times more than the national average.
There’s also high levels of gang activity, high poverty rates, and high unemployment rates in the city.
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Slab City is a self-sufficient squatter community made up of vagabonds, homeless, artists, snowbirds, and retirees.
It was once a decommissioned military-based but is now considered by many as the "Last Free Place In America."
It’s famous for artistic attractions such as Salvation Mountain and East Jesus.
The city has about 640 acres of public land. It has no formal infrastructure. It lacks electricity, water, and sewer systems. While it’s not entirely lawless, it doesn’t have a government.
Although propane is considered by many to be a cheap and green fuel for traveling, that does not mean that it is completely safe. Propane leaks, while uncommon, are a possibility, and can be potentially quite hazardous.
Nowadays we are flooded by social media posts of glamorous van life, perfect river campsites and gorgeous nature views. Living in a van can be both life-altering and unimaginably beautiful experience. Many women who want to embark on their solo van adventure often are overwhelmed with safety concerns. While this is completely normal, it shouldn’t stop you from fulfilling your dream. If you feel called by this, go for it! There is something oddly alluring by the unknown, the challenging and the adventures that lie ahead. But we have to stay realistic and be aware that this kind of lifestyle comes with its dangerous or tricky situations. Here we want to share some basic safety tips and what we recommend for any female solo van travelers.
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Vanlife is a unique way to experience the world, but with this fun lifestyle comes a few important things to keep in mind, especially one particular nemesis. Every VanLifer needs to be aware of carbon monoxide, an odorless gas that can seep into your vehicle and cause major health concerns and even death. Below is more behind what carbon monoxide is and how you can stay clear of it.
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Living in a campervan comes with ups and downs. Anyone who has owned any kind of vehicle knows how repairs and maintenance can cause headaches and be quite costly. It can be especially tricky if you’re living in the campervan and your bedroom, kitchen and living room along with all your personal belongings are stuck in the repair shop. That’s why is essential to prepare your campervan and yourself for any kind of unfortunate situation before taking off and make sure your campervan runs smoothly.
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The van life presents many risks to both yourself, your van and your property. As a resident of the open road, you must keep a wary eye on the condition of your vehicle, the safety of your property, and, most of all, yourself. If one aspect of your life is compromised in anyway, you risk falling into disarray at an alarming rate. Here are 20 ways to keep yourself safe and keep your tires forever on the road forward.
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