Hey everyone! Just a simple short overnight trip this week, I was filming a more ambitious video for a few days but there were issues and I had to scrap that video. Cheers everyone!

"Why am I watching this?" I'll offer that insight for you Steve, and I'm not just blowin smoke. You're an effortlessly likeable dude. Following along on your adventures, even those that you think might be boring, is a needed respite for everyone who watches your videos. The mythical algorithm put your freeway interchange video in front of me, and in the past two weeks I think I've watched almost everything you've done in the past two years. I can tell you're a humble guy and you get these kinds of comments on every video but that won't stop me chiming in. We're here for you. Simple as that. Had to pause and put my two cents in the comments when you posited that "why am I watching" question, but I'm gonna get back to the video -- and my step 2 -- now. Cheers!

Steve, my husband loved watching your videos every Thursday, but on 06/24/22, he was severely injured on the job. He ended up needing emergency brain surgery and yesterday was 3 weeks since his surgery. He woke up on day 16 from a coma and he recognizes me, his wife of 27 years and our oldest son, but he could not and still cannot follow commands of hold up 2 fingers, wriggle your toes. I am worried sick about him and just would love to ask everyone here to pray for him.

Whatever you do Steve, please don't start asking yourself "why am I doing this?". Who cares if some people aren't interested in what you do, there are so many of us that enjoy every single video you produce! Just trust the process and keep doing what you enjoy 🙂

Why are we here? Cause Steve is a great calm uplifting companion in a awful world. Thank you sir! Love your content

Can confirm that Steve isn't as crazy as he seems. Doing the kind of things he does is liberating. That feeling of living on the fringe of society can free you from a lot of stress and allows you to see how ridiculous it is to take life so seriously

Not ganna lie…when I first started watching a couple years ago I was like “why the hell am I watching this” yet I didn’t stop and haven’t for years. One of the very very few who’s videos I do not miss. Thanks for the content Steve

I've got to say when Steve started to talk about people stumbling onto his video it made me think back to when I did that very thing what seems like a lifetime ago and I must say I'm so thankful I did so. These videos make me happy and I always make it routine to watch them before going to sleep to relax and wind down because Steve and his content is a breath of fresh air in an otherwise chaotic and restless world. Thank you Steve for all that you create 🙏

Glad you're feeling better Steve. Those of us that follow you are ok with whatever you do. You keep things light and laid back. We need that now. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

I'm sure I speak for a lot of us when I say we don't want you to force yourself to make a video when you are sick, not because it will make a bad video, but because taking care of yourself is more important. As for me, I enjoy and prefer these simple, laid back videos. With all the chaos in the world, it's nice to have this content, to give a few minutes of respite and calm.

Hey Steve, My family and I watch every Thursday when possible. My mom just asked me to tell you that we really enjoyed the one-nighter and that we’re all big fans of all of the varieties of videos. We went camping for the first time for my aunt’s 75th birthday party. They loved it. I set up my first two tents. We had good weather. And as a first time camper the number one goal I had was to have a nearby washroom for the step twos. We owe you a great lesson in how to get out there and Hunker Down. Thanks Steve.

Sometimes the short simple trips like this is just what the body and soul needs. Many years ago I lived in Northern Minnesota and would drive 20-30 minutes to camp and it was wonderful when I couldn't plan a long trip..

We love it all! Stealthers, Bus excursions, Bike trips, Treehousers, River rafting, Car camping, Park glamping or drainage pipe you are always entertaining. Love seeing you interact with beautiful wife and crazy neighbor too! Keep doing what makes you happy (not what we say) so the channel remains fun for you, we love it all!

I think the most alluring thing about even your simplest of videos is the fact that we can escape the daily grind of regular life through you. You are doing things our ancestors did, we were all travelers once upon a time. Your videos show what is no longer deemed "normal" in today's society but it's truly what a lot of people yearn for. Similar to VanLife. You go out there, and see even the smallest parts of the world on your time and on your rules. It's true Freedom.

The world can be going to hell in a handbasket but Steve is out there making videos about camping. There’s something very comforting about Steve. It gets my mind off of the world. Thank you Steve. :-)

My daughter bought me an SUV tailgate tent for my birthday. It has a zippered door and bug screen, spreads out five feet from the bumper, and sets up in literally five minutes. I set it up with a 2X4 stretched across the back door for use on pavement. It doesn’t have a floor but I use an old shower curtain. It seals up fairly well. I made a couple of bug net window socks for the back doors for hot nights. It’s awesome.

It’s not just a “what was that? You just camped on the side of the road video”. It was a video with YOU Steve! From the mundane to the amazing, we just like watching you! Your content always brings a smile to our faces and brightens the day, keep doin what you do man!

I'm sure I'm not the only one that is living through your adventures! Love your videos!

I’m out on my first night ever camping watching you camp. Inspired by you and Joe Robinet! Been years watching you guys and finally just went out and did it.

I'm glad you're feeling better Steve! You are so right about not "forcing" it and I'm glad you take breaks when you need to, don't ever change Steve we love you just the way you are!!!

Steve: “…why are you watching this”?! Me: why would you not be watching this?! steve is such a genuine amazing human and I always enjoy watching his camping adventures & whatever else he may get in to. I honestly have no idea how I came across Steve and his channel but I’m glad I did.

This guy could sit in his home and say “I’m staying here tonight, here’s a video of me puttering around the house” and I’d still watch it. Always love to see a new video from you, Steve! Edit: Love the Clearly Canadian appearance. Remembered those from several moons ago. Was glad to find them at some local grocery spots over the last couple of years.

I don't know why I'm watching you Steve... But I can't stop! Lol you're entertaining doing nothing. You've got that 'it' that attract people and can definitely make money on your own show! You're a funny guy... I'd totally go with ya camping and adventureing!!!

There definitely is something oddly cozy about sleeping at highway rest stops! I love the car camping videos. Keep it up, Steve!

When Steve uploads everyone and everything gets put on hold ❤❤

I’ve slept at folding mountain in my semi hundreds of times… 10/10 would recommend!

You're showing us all a way to find something most everyone has tried to find again in their lives -- a second childhood -- without the pain of growing up again.

Watching a Camping with Steve video is like sitting next to a cozy fire with a bowl of warm soup. Good for the soul.

Hey Steve!! when you asked the question "why am I watching this" I thought why do I watch your videos??? The answer came quickly to me that the reason I watch is because you are a pleasant kind man who embodies the adventurist spirit that so many of us have but are to bound down by our life choices of family and career. Not that you don't have those things . I find it amazing that I look forward to Thursdays just to see your weekly adventure no matter how simple it might be. And the fact that you are closing in on a million subs shows me that I'm not alone in this thought. Thank you Sir!! Cheers!!!!!!!!!!

I have real bad anxiety and have trouble sleeping at night. Your videos help me keep it under control and fall asleep thanks Steve 👍 your adventures are awesome even when you're at the more simple spots

I love how simple you make these videos Steve. Nothing outrageous. Just living life. Thank you for you’re time and videos!

I love when Steve has the fortitude to make another stealth camp. And even though it's in a rest stop it counts and like he said it was good for him because he made it out of the house for the night. Just that fact makes it a camping trip and camping feeds the wild side of human beings.

Glad to see you're feeling better Steve. Much love from Illinois

Steve, if the street light are kinda a yellowish orange, these are sodium vapor lights. They run in cycles to keep the bulb from over heating. Lights turn off after certain time to allow it to cool off.

WOW! That brings back memories. I used to hotshot. I used to drive across the U.S. 6 times a year, coast to coast & border to border. I'd sleep at rest areas & parking lots all the time. Thanks for the share Steve. Keep the shiny side up & drive safe. 🤠

Hi Steve, followed you for some time. Stealth camping is something I've done for over 40 years via motorcycle. I put over 9000 miles last season. Rest areas are generally good, although I mostly lay my sleeping matt down and crash, depending on elevation. Some troopers sometimes bug me, but I've never had a problem and moved on.... Mississippi cops tore apart my stuff only once searching for things I don't have. The call of the open road is strong in my bones.

Found your channel when the algorithm popped your roundabout stealth camp and been coming back ever since. You clearly put a lot of heart into your content and it really shines through, there's something almost zen like about just sitting and taking in your world view. You're the Bob Ross of camping.

Well well, this is exactly what I’m doing as we speak. Heading to a remote rest area in the middle of nowhere Oregon. Spend a couple nights and move on! Can’t wait for Step 2s!!!!

I also want to say that not only do I genuinely love your videos, I learn from them ! Like how did I never think to use my rice cooker to steam buns?! My most used (next to the air fryer) kitchen appliances just got a whole lot better ;)

Good luck with whatever's next! I've only been watching for about a month, and I'm addicted already. The content is excellent and seems perfect for me since I'm a boy scout. A bit strange to hear after the controversies but my troop is clear. Anyways love what you are doing, and I'm thinking about dabbling in some stealth camping since I already know a decent amount about how to take care of myself, but I live in a small town that's mainly flat and open so that will be quite the challenge! Keep making content and hunker down until you hit the glorious 1 million subs milestone! Sincerely Zack.

Glad to see you back in good health, Steve!

Steve I can’t speak for everyone but I’ve been watching your channel all of these years because you think outside of the box. You have set up camps in places no one would ever think. Not only that, you make actual meals you cook & eat while out there. Using various gadgets that some of us may have never heard of or thought about using remotely…like the rice cooker & a power pack.. You show ppl that with a few simple thing you can get out & do exactly what you did. It’s not expensive or impossible. Just takes a little time & appropriate planning. ♥️

you had me at the blowtorch , electric fence , and unconventional camping sites , I love what you do.

Hey Steve! If you didn’t already figure it out, you can turn off the interior lights while the hatch is open by closing the latch mechanism on the trunk door manually with your finger or something to trick it into thinking your trunk is closed. We do it every time we go to the drive in!

Dude I just want to tell you, watching your videos releases all the stress of running 3 businesses, making ends meet, and all the stresses of life on that. Thank you for that, thank you for the simple things

Road trip! Heading down the highway...looking for adventure...whatever comes my way...Born to be wild!!! That's Steve!

Wow Steve, you are getting really close to that 1 million. Congratulations, I'm really happy for you. Love your channel - no matter the content, it's always entertaining and relaxing. I do really like the river "boat" series with crazy neighbor though. Bummed that you are not really able to do that again, hope you do find a way to rework the raft and try again, honestly the trials and tribulations with that is a lot of the fun😎

A good random but entertaining video. When busy working this type o trip is the perfect break from the humdrum of working life

I love the videos Steve Wallis. I watch because you remind me of my Dad. Your humor, resourcefulness, kind nature, and love of a good meal (and fresh bread!) is like my Dad was. He didn't have much but he always had fun doing things he liked. Your videos encourage me to keep doing the things him and I liked to do together before he passed. Thank you. 😊

Steve don't worry too much about creative video ideas... I just like to see you out camping doing what makes you happy. I watch for your personality. Looking forward to that next video

Why I'm watching: I know a million people have made the comparison, but you really are the Bob Ross of camping. I'm not a painter, but he makes it seem attainable. He explains exactly what he's doing and why in simple terms, all while being incredibly likeable and entertaining. You're the same way. I've been camping maybe three times when I was a kid, but you make me want to get out there and try it again. I'm looking at camping gear right now and planning a trip to the Grand Canyon (just a couple hours from me, figured I'd start somewhere relatively close) to camp in the back of my station wagon because of your videos. I've always seen camping as unnecessary and stressful (because why would I want to sleep on the ground when I have a perfectly good bed at home), but you make it seem like an escape, a chance to get away and take a breather without spending your life savings on an expensive vacation, and honestly that's exactly what I think I need in my life.

Steve….no need to apologize for anything. We realize that you have a life. We’re just happy that you’re sharing some of it with us ! Anything you post is appreciated !

The highlight of my Thursday is a notification that Steve uploaded a video 😀

Steve, you’re a life hack! Thanks for making things seem so much better.

The video tribute to your Beautiful Wife's passing came up in my feed so I started to watch your videos. I am so sorry for you and your family's great loss; what an absolute tragedy. My heart aches for you. As a fellow Albertan, I REALLY enjoy your channel content; so interesting, so genuine, and oddly relaxing. Once again, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. Just heartbreaking.

Why am I watching this? It's because you're doing what a lot of us would love to do you're likeable lovable guy simple not trying to be bushcrafty or Macho you're doing the stuff that we do or would love to do thank you.

All I care about is that Steve is still having fun doing this channel.

Most of us realize you have a life when not on KZfaq. When you post and how often you post is fine. I understand just the need to get away and see something different. My husband and I live in the Twin Cities and he works downtown so to get away and see nothing but trees is so relaxing. We don’t camp but take day trips when possible but sadly ends up only being 1-2 times a year. But it is refreshing when we do. I really do enjoy watching your videos and am glad you are staying safe. Take care and see you next time.

Binge watching every video, if I fall asleep I go back and watch the ones i've missed lol, lived in Edmonton for 15 yrs till I moved back East, brings back good memories of the mainland

I agree with some other comments here. I think that looks like some solid simple fun. I love your sense of adventure “I don’t know where I am going but I know where I am sleeping. “ Good stuff.

For me, watching you get out and have fun is more important than “adventure” you try to provide us. Good job!

I found you with the stealth camp in the round abound about and I was instantly hooked. Even the not so exciting ones calm me down and help my anxiety. The lack of background music is the best! Just you talking and hearing you make dinner is some ASMR stuff i can get behind. Love your videos

Steve you are doing what scouts used to do. Someone has to know the lay of the land, and I suffer from the same need to do 'walkabouts'. The ego boost of fending for yourself, by ensuring you have shelter, food and warmth for sleeping is very satisfying.

I know that feeling, I sometimes use my car, a little smaller than yours, a 1998 Suzuki Baleno Hatchback, to travel and be my home in the road, and in 2019, I went from North of Portugal to Nantes, France with him, with a problem in the head engine, I was always checking the water, and I made the trips succeccfully...But now he's better than ever, and ready for more trips. Have nice trips!

I needed this today. I know I'm in for some good laughs when I see a new video of Steve doing weird camping adventures. I love this channel. Stay safe Steve.

Thank you so much for all of your videos Steve! I'm an American who used to live about an hour drive from the Canadian border in the Pacific Northwest of the U.S. I'm currently in medical school in Las Vegas, Nevada, and I miss the trees, mountains and lakes so much. I still have a few years stuck down in the desert, and I watch your videos to live vicariously through you to reimagine my years camping back in B.C., Idaho, Washington, and Montana. Your videos are always a lot of fun, and I cherish each one. Cheers!

Wow. You can obviously sleep anywhere! This princess and the pea will ck out the Woods mattress. Thinking of you and family. Big hug.

My friend you don’t have to sit and wonder why we are all here watching… You are a good man who puts smiles on peoples faces… keep up the excellent work 🤙🤙

After a hard day's work I always look forward to seeing your videos, keep doing what you do.

I'm glad you're feeling better, Steve. I got hit with COVID in early July, and it laid me out for two weeks. In that time, one of the small comforts I had was rewatching a lot of your videos. It gave me the sense of going outside while I was laying in bed. Your sense of humor and enthusiasm for the outdoors makes your videos so fun to watch.

whenever Steve accidently, or on purpose, reveals his location, I Google map it to check it out. That looks like a gorgeous place. Good find!

I love watching you're videos in my bed, makes me feel so fortunate for my cozy blankets and pillows.

Fun to watch as always. Maybe stealth camp on top of a tall building over 20 stories high. Years ago me and some college buddies drove an old 1950s Willys Wagoneer up into Canada. We'd pull into pay campground after dark, spray bug killer spray under the the picnic table, throw military surplus mosquito netting over picnic tables, and then sleep bug free until daylight. Then we'd haul ass before anyone was the wiser. The mosquito netting was the type we'd use overseas in the Marine barracks on our bunkbeds. That was grifter stealth camping.

When I was a kid, my family did a load of cross country travel and the sense memories of those places come back when I watch your videos.

I love how simple these videos are and how much fun Steve has doing them. Side note. I actually watch his videos as I go to bed and just cannot wait to start doing it this, this year myself. I have always wanted to camp and start my own adventures

Steve I live vicariously through you every day. Thank you for making these videos and getting me through the toughest times in life.

I can always say.. Steve , you never cease to amaze me. I'm actually camping myself right now here in sunny UK and it's all down to you and your amazing channel 😀 ❤️

The videos are just plain fun to watch. That's why I watch, very entertaining, especially when he says, "what can go wrong".

You ask why someone should want to watch this? It’s the accumulation of all your tips! Your real life immersion of what I will find while boondocking and stealth camping.

I will never see your beautiful country, you are so blessed to have this beauty on your doorstep! Greetings from Ireland!

It’s important to take care of yourself. We can wait because the wait is always worth it! I am so glad you’re feeling better.

Howdy, Steve. Am glad to see you are feeling better. 🙌🏼 Twas a lovely little adventure, You are the best, so creative, determined and brave. 🥳🤗 👏🏻 Thank you for inviting us to accompany you. 🙂 Peace and safety surround you. 🌻

Thank you Steve I look forward to your weekly videos, and we all understand when you need a break. Thank you for supporting me at my worst and best. You've got a friend in me Steve Wallis.

You are one of the most wholesome people ever. Thanks for being you . I watch your videos and it just amazing.

Just glad to be along for the ride. It's been an absolute delight watching you over the last year, or so, on your wonderful adventures.

A few things live in my car (not including my survival kit.) Paracord, nylon rope, tie wire, plastic bags, a lighter, wet wipes, garden gloves. They're the things I often forget when I go camping, but they all fit in a medium stuff sack under my passenger seat. Then I have a little bag of basic hand tools and repair supplies in back which are held down with a few too many bungee cords, but the extras can be handy for a lot of reasons. The survival kit I carry in my vehicle is just the basics; water purification, hand line fishing and trap making equipment, first aid and fire making gear. I guess I should also mention I have a recovery strap and two bow shackles in my tire well. Those things are always in my vehicle, no matter what. I live in a remote area, I can turn off the highway, drive for twenty minutes and then not see or hear another vehicle all day, maybe for a few days, so I have to be prepared for a breakdown to turn into a survival situation, and having vehicle recovery gear and not needing it is always better than needing it and not having it out here. Even if you just like camping though, it's good to have a little kit of essentials somewhere in the vehicle, things you often need. Wow so that was a lot of words to say I bring my own rope.

this video is PERFECT. great timing with the comedy! I can only imagine how loud it was there with the big rigs, but I love the off the script episodes! Thanks for the entertainment and that mustache life hack WORKS!

Doing what he loves... Hunker down, Steve... and enjoy yourself wherever you camp.

It is always a pleasure, Steve, to watch any of your videos. You are such a decent, likeable guy.You have become a friend who lives on the other side of the world. Thank you.

Steve, I watch your vids for the pure entertainment value. No apologies or excuses are needed. I don't get to camping as much as I like so your channel helps me out.

Love ya buddy. All the revisits to older videos make me so happy that you share these adventures.

You are absolutely living the best life ever

Steve is a genius when it comes to using common things to survive in the outdoors.

Steve, I for one appreciate the "simple" car camping alternative. Gonna use this concept on my annual Moose Hunt with my pick up this fall, so THANKS A LOT!

Steve Wallis. A modest man , with much to be modest about. Another great video. 👍

How awesome to hopefully have 1 million subs by the end of the year.

I'm glad you're feeling better! I adore that you found such a beautiful place to hunker down for the night, it makes me feel like we can find small adventures any where.

Just found your channel and love the content. Keep on having fun and taking us with you. I've been taking my beautiful wife boondocking for a while now but unfortunately the fuel prices have made our annual trip to the Upper Peninsula in Michigan out of the question for this year. So we're going to live vicariously through you. Cheers and thanks again for your videos

Just an FYI, i’m a nomad who travels in my van. And Just this past March it was midnight at night, I will sleeping in a rest Area in Arizona and I was restless and couldn’t fall asleep. Which is unusual when I’m in my van. So I got up and something just told me to look out your front window so I pulled back my curtains and the parking lot in Rusty area was covered and cops with these big A.R. 15 rifles in hand standing behind their open doors with guns drawn everywhere. I quietly opened my door and asked one of them to come here and he told me there was an armed guy running naked through that rust area and I asked if I could leave and he let me. As I drove back I realized my big van with shelter for over 20 cops hiding behind my van. So if there would’ve been any gunfire my van would’ve been right in the middle of it. So be careful sleeping in those rust areas

❤️❤️ what a beautiful truck stop view, and it definitely makes sense to actually enjoy making the videos without fighting aches/ailments