i woke up surrounded by cops… | SCARY VANLIFE EXPERIENCE 

There is a man who has been living in his jeep in the parking lot where I work. He's been there since mid-January. He's been quiet and clean(he doesn't leave trash lying around) so the manager let's him stay. You should get security cameras placed around your van so that way you can see what's going on without rolling down windows or opening doors. Stay safe. 🙂

Truck driver for 8 years, maybe try a truck stop. I know there isn't very many in Vegas. But they're open 24 hours and are usually very safe.

I was car camping in Texas. I didn’t realize that I was parked in a spot where border patrol meets before shift starts. So I woke up with them parked all around me. They just waved when I took my window cover’s off. Great way to start the day. LoL

The fear of the “The knock” vs “the raid”. God bless you girl.

As someone who has left those stickers on cars for security companies. I would say it was probobly just your van looks like others and they picked it because it could be there all the time. Also if you take the sticker off just spray it with window cleaner and use a razor blade with a very wet window.

Walmart puts the green sticker on so the tow truck knows what vehicle to tow and impound when it's after dark. Use a rasor blade scraper to remove it.

There are 2 black vents in the back of the van located behind the rear wheels on each side. That is where the bees are pushing through. Also the rear corners are open to the bottom.

I have a huge RV, so there is no chance of me stealth camping however... If I were in your situation, I'd create a (humble) magnetic sticker for the side of the van . Something like "Security" or "Elderly care"... Maybe "Coroner" anything simple that would detour most away from the van. You can remove, or replace the magnet anytime you choose.

Very possible that the reason why a big green tow away sticker was put on your van is, you have an out of state license plate and all the other campers have Nevada plates. Plus, your vehicle looks like a commercial vehicle and they thought that some business is using the parking lot overnight to park their delivery vans. Just a thought

Living on the edge, surrounded by cops... Van life sure keeps you on your toes!

if you were THAT person knocking on her door and you can see this comment, please apologize to Tory. You probably didn't mean to be spooky but you have to be conscious and aware of the situation. Don't do that to anyone in the vanlife community.

Glad youre safe Tory! Never feel bad for filming/sharing something that happens, good or bad. This is your experience, you can share whatever you are comfortable with! :)

This is the exact reason I NEVER use walmart lots for an overnight, EVER. Use them to quietly "live" in during the day sometimes, but never for an overnight. If you're passing through and doing just a few nights, there's so many better options than a walmart. Trash people doing trash things has ruined it for us stealth people.

That parking lot was a trouble spot for the police, so they weren't picking on you. I'd go for Truck and Rest stops and just go in the city to charge, do laundry, shop etc then split.

Nice video on what van life is really like when you're on a budget. I noticed that your van isn't all decked out. New subscriber here.

I felt the whole, "wtf am I doing THIS??"

Hello :)- I actually live in Las Vegas and I have a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown. You are always welcome to use my space one in a while if you need a hot shower and/or a hot meal. Please feel free to reach out to me. I am looking into vanlife as I am barely holding onto my apartment from month to month. Kudos to YOU for what you bring to this channel.

Tory, buy "Goo Gone" adhesive remover, spray it on the sticker, leave for a few min, then wipe with a towel, this goo gone stuff is like not from earth, it's super effective!

I have to say I’m surprised you don’t have any window coverings at all, not even tinted. Doing even a few basic things to enhance your experience moment to moment would probably help. Do something like get some cheap sheets with a cool pattern or your favorite color and then use magnets to attach them to the walls as a way to creat a more comfortable atmosphere. It’s dirt cheap, you can do it in less than an hour, and it’s completely temporary. I bet it would be a little depressing to wake up on the floor of an unfinished cargo van everyday. Good luck and I hope you are happy doing whatever it is you decide to do!

Lighter fluid usually does a pretty good job at dissolving strong sticker adhesives Getting surrounded by police can happen in a residential structure as well. I wouldn’t be too concerned about it if you didn’t do anything to justify that Safe travels and have a good weekend

Love your reason for van life, well done, thanks for sharing, good luck.

I looked and could not see either. I guess the saying, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas." holds true. hehehe

Most of the time it’s the pretty van life girls that never get kicked out

Agree...use a cot and 4inch foam on top,nice sheet and blanket,❤comforter (at walmart ,,cheap and a walmart cooler($45)...plez put reflectix...on your windows, ,hang pretty sheets(temporary and cheap) to) cover the metal walls...on ❤ your

*** For stickers try windex. Soak the sticker and let sit for 5 min. Spray more if it tries to dry out. After 5 min. scrape off with a window scraper, or razor edge scraper.

Greetings from Chile, love your content Tory, you are so chill and funny ❤.. keep up the good stuff!!!

The dash cam idea makes so much sense now

That definitely was a crazy week... But it is past and so much beauty and Adventures to look forward to 💚🤟

What a CRAZY thing to wake up to... thankfully there were no stray bullets or getting caught in the crossfire of a shoot-out. Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam are amazing to see (it's been awhile since I've been > the water was a lot higher then than now). Thanks for sharing your adventures!

WD-40 will help remove the adhesive of the sticker. Use that with a razor blade scraper and it will come right off.

LOL as a border just had to say kickflips don't make noise, that was the ollie pop LEADING INTO the kickflip you heard

I love it that you have the delorean from back to the Future seen on the dash of your van

In the rear corners of any vehicle is a one way air intake vent. These are there to allow fresh air into the cabin area while you are driving. These will allow in bugs, mice, cold air and anything else that can crawl through. You can seal them shut if you prefer to have a more sealed environment. It will however make the cabin more stuffy while you own the vehicle. You're a brave women to attempt anything like your adventures without a person to be in the general area to back you up.

NC is sure beautiful now. I will be van camping from the mountains to the beach may-june.

Light saber boxes FTW!!! FWIW I'd definitely go with your last explanation, ie you're *too* stealthy so they thought your vehicle had been abandoned. Time to crack out the picnic blanket!

I live in my car for the last 3 years and just started my RU-vid channel ✨ and will say car life is always interesting that’s for sure. Stay safe and thank you for sharing your experience😊

Tory, You’re an amazing person and I admire your choice to just enjoy life without the normal 9 to 5 routine. I’ve watched all your videos at least once, you’re my morning cheer. Be safe out there.. many people are not worth knowing and of course some are dangerous as you know. Use technology to be safe! Best to You!

As someone that works for them... That's not our sticker or policy to tow people who stay over night. The only time you will get something like that is if the vehicle is abandoned longer than 5 days or is in disrepair like broken windows Ect. You may want to get cameras on your van I bet it was someone there who camps and you where in there spot.

This is Richard again I admire your adventurous personality, the fact that you can just pick up your life, stuff it into a van and live on the road. You have crisscrossed the us and have been to places that I’ve only seen on the discovery channel. I watched a documentary on how Lake Meade is drying up do to years and years of drought, and there you are at Lake Meade seeing it up close in person, and you even stepped in dog shit, tracked the smell back to your van and now it’s a long lasting memory. I envy you, peace✌️☮️

Wow the end of the video is so beautiful and the words preceding.. why am I doing that.... love it

To get the sticker off your window, apply vegetable oil to it. Cheep stuff. It won't come off right away, but if you keep putting oil on it, the adhesive will deteriorate.

I’m a retired civilian from LVMPD. Based on what I’ve seen, the vehicle could be stolen. With people in it, backup would likely be called. Also, there could have been a pursuit. A lot of times that is done out of caution. Car stops and DV are the most dangerous calls for cops.

Sweety use zippo fluid. Just soak it, and it will peel right off. Then, just wash the area with a bit of soap and water to get rid of the zippo fluid

I'm glad nothing bad happened to you. Be safe out there in this crazy world.

Nail polish remover will likely take that off. Also, get your CDL. If you like traveling do so hauling freight and get paid to do it. The new trucks are quite nice.

Go talk to the Walmart manager and ask if you can park your van in the parking lot every now and then, most of them are pretty cool about it and they will most likely give your plate number to the guards so they will leave you alone.

I like the way you edit. Lots of style and different elements. Thank you.

Suggestion: Get a clip board with delivery slips or something and place it on the dash like Jarrod Tocci does. Get one of the magnet signs and setup some type of fake business to add to your stealth?

Walmart chose to kick you out for your own safety most likely. Because you were keeping to yourself and not doing strange things, you didn't fit in with the craziness there. That can make you a target, especially if you have out of state plates on your van. I lived in Vegas for a while. They are stricter on people not from there, because they assume you don't know the dangers or how to keep yourself safe there. Probably why you were the only one with the sticker. I was sitting in my car at one of the Vegas Walmarts after shopping and was told it wasn't safe and I needed to leave, until I told them I lived nearby, but hadn't updated my plates yet.

I can empathize with you...your young....you can make changes.

The guy who knocked on your van and called your name was the creepiest. Did you use a hair dryer to soften the glue so that you can remove the sticker easier?

Wow, alot happens to you. Im glad that you countine doing videos because I love them. Ron/Sweden

Acetone will take off the adhesive of that sticker. Lots of nail polish remover is moslty acetone, check the label I use it all the time for stickers.

Wow that’s van life for ya. Don’t be upset just move on and something better will come along for ya. Be safe out there.

I see the vans at the Wal-Mart in Henderson by Sunset Station. Vegas is getting scary.

Did you take the Hoover Dam tour and watch the video on how it was built. Unfortunately, over population in Clark County and other locations that use Hoover Dam's water supply, as well as drought has caused the dam to be at an all time low. I am fairly sure that treated sewer water is released back into Lake Mead although it is safe enough to use for irrigation.

Alcohol or any regular adhesive remover from Home Depot, Lowes or Walmart works well for removing any unwanted stickers

Sad to hear of your tribulations. Best to ya Tory

The only way for a bee to get into your van is through a hole. So that is pretty much what you are looking for. Make sure the seals on your doors are not drying out and leaving gaps. If bees are attracted to many aromas, so if you are the typical girl that likes to smell like a rose, you are attracting them. That doesn't mean you can't wear perfume, it means that you need to make sure you seal it tight and clean up any spills. If you haven't done so, I suggest you take self a defense class. Any vents that are factory made, put screen mesh over them. That will prevent the bees from being able to enter.

I did truck living for 4 years due to work travel status and made it work but it was miserable and now I’m fully grounded for 6 years. But plan on getting a van in 2 years after I establish a homebase and I will build up again. I learn so Much from my decade of being on the road- I hope you find your balance- it seems once you get thru this build phase you can get to your creative self again

Rub some peanut butter or coconut oil onto the sticker. Let it sit for several minutes and it should come off pretty easily.

If you're ever back in Vegas. Look up Red Rock campground. Its under $20/day. Its beautiful, and theres a bathroom!

Help yourself and tint your windows black, build a foldable backporsh and buy yourself mudtires or solarpanels. You might want to rope your left and right door together when you sleep.

Living in a van has advantages and disadvantages. A beautiful model like yourself could easily find a mate, have a stable home, family if you wanted, You have options. Safe travels

Did you ask Wal-Mart management if you could stay overnight in their parking lot? Also, WD40 will remove the stickers pretty well.

Was this at Spencer and Serene? I used to live in that area. I just found your channel today and I am enjoying your videos! Thanks for the realistic viewpoint.

You put out such good videos. Crazy Cop Party. Ha :)

Wow!!! That is a scary opening😮 Either way, I am still inspired by people like you and have begun documenting my journey on my own youtube channel. Thanks for sharing.❤

Maybe they put the sticker on your van to discourage you from staying there to protect you from the crime in the area. You are a beautiful young girl, and maybe somebody was trying to help you from being trafficked or something. Who knows? 💕🙏🏻

To bee or not to bee this is the camper van😊.

Excellent video, thanks. Regards from Chile 🇨🇱

I really enjoy all of your videos. They always put a smile on my face you seriously need a dog, not a puppy, but a dog

Beautiful ! So is Hoover Dam !

Keep your head on a swivel and be safe out there Tory! 👍🏻🍻🇺🇸

❤ keep smiling Tory 🥰 miss your elf ear’s 💝❤️🧸

Is that the Hoover Dam? Amazing!

They picked you for the sticker, because you are the most normal person there and they were trying to help you by making you leave and get away from the crazy.

Whatever dreams you are chasing. I hope one day you find it. That sounds pretty cool living in a new city from day to day or week to week. I know what it is like to sleep in a van. When ever I traveled with my parents to visit family. I usually slept in the van. And know all too well what creeps are out at night. You take care Tory and Thanks for making this video. Oh and one more thing. There are some smells that bees cannot stand. If you had that plant in your van. It will keep the bees out.

I look back at all my years driving coast to coast with Trucking. Starting out with a first seat driver totaling out our truck just before crossing Hoover Dam on the old road. Crazy that I continued even then. We were lucky, we both walked away from that wreck. Then year after year living on the road mostly. It was my escape from everything else workwise that I knew would not work. Saved living on the truck and invested hoping fr good results. Success is not a guarantee. One reward was gaining the experience, confidence building and knowledge. I missed a lot but gained in another way. And just now you are looking over where that was. I think we were the only truck that did not go over that 500 ft drop at the curve. 1977 yr. HA HA I`m hooked on your channel now. Wish I was younger. It`s called freedom from a crazy world.

As a courtesy, I always go inside and get permission to camp

City van life is crazy. The police the knock by a individual. More danger by a two legged predictor than four legged.

My guess is because their rigs actually looks finished and are clearly campers, yours is unfinished and could look like an abandoned vehicle if someone peeked in your window. It will probably happen less the more work you do on it

Most likely they were worried about your safety and wanted to move you along for that reason.

I just stumbled onto your channel. Interesting questions. I own a house now (inherited it when my dad died 2 years ago). My kitchen sink's been clogged for days and I tried every Drano product there is, I can't afford a plumber right now so I'm washing my dishes in the bathroom. I live in Quebec where accomodation is still affordable (taxes for my huge waterfront property are $550 a month and rents are still some of the cheapest in Canada) but I'm so tired of the snow, I'd rather be in Vancouver BC (where rent is $3500 a month for a tiny studio. The only reason I'm not there is because I can't afford that.) Sometimes I want to just sell my house and do vanlife on the West Coast. Hell, I already got a storage locker there. I could just get a bigger one. But the thought of not having a physical home is also scary. You're lucky, you have parents you can go back to. Rising rent prices makes it terrifying to think what if I sell my house and can't afford to live anywhere else? I also have a cat. Also, you seem very young. If I can give you one piece of advice, start putting savings away for later (if you aren't already). I always spent everything I had and I had a lot of fun, but today I wish I had a little security money stashed aside 💜

Absolutely loved this video!❤

Scary Adventures 😨Glad you made out safe. Plus I noticed the vehicle the cops were surrounding was a KIA Soul which was possibly stolen which made headlines surrounding KIA & Hyundai Thefts recently

A day in the life vids are the best. You got some Ryan Twomey vibes going 🎶

Craziness 😅 and you literally drove past my apt. Complex lol

If this Walmart is on Nellis, it's in a bad neighborhood! If it's on tropicana, it's still in a bad neighborhood! Van life is for the adventurous! Check out The Valley of Fire while you are there. Mount Charleston is beautiful as well!😊

Im a new subscriber , your adventures are interesting , be safe , Thanks for sharing 🚶

You should’ve install a miniature rear license plate camera on your vehicle also so you can see everything that is happening in the front and behind your vehicle at all times

Hello Tory, (🚔😱 ) l'aventure c'est l'aventure, malgré tout ces risques, émouvante vidéo et prenez soin de vous 👍

Its also the white van...people always try and park work vehicles in lots like that to avoid paying for parking in a storage if they live in a HOA. White vans are usually the target for that

the fun the excitement is what keeps me living exactly how you are except for in a trailer...

If you are out there by Lake Mead...Make sure you give that River Mountains Loop trail a bike ride. Its a ton of fun.

Stay strong 😢 you got this!!

Man, that was insane. I used to live in Hollywood and one day I am walking on hlwd blvd not really paying attention and all of a sudden a bunch of cops showed up and started pointing their guns at me, so I thought, they were all around me. They were actually pointing at a car that was like 15 feet away.

Your videos never disappoint, so much thrill and entertainment 😂. On a serious note, install the cameras and stay safe. Trouble have a knack to find you

You are not Only Courage you are beautiful, not hitting on you in any way I have been married to my awesome wife 36 years, I love what you are doing and have my utmost respect.

BTW, I have been to lake Mead when it was full. I wad s out there on a 36-foot boat when it was full. I can hardly believe how low the water is now.