SKOOLIE BUS TOUR | Family of SIX with 4 bunk beds, FULL size washer & dryer, 3150 watts of SOLAR

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The Hocking Adventure Bus

The Hocking Adventure Bus

2 роки тому

Welcome to our tiny home on wheels. In this video, you will hear our story and get a full tour of our skoolie. We are a family of six from Iowa who live and travel in this converted school bus. We purchased the bus (already converted) from another family who sold the bus after one trip. We made modifications including new paint, new barn wood table (that also converts to a couch), decor, new curtain rods and curtains, and additional storage throughout.
Our family sold our house and almost everything we owned to take a LONG trip around the United States in our bus, but it has turned into so much more. We have traveled to 14 national parks and over 40 county and state parks on our adventure, and we are just getting started. We LIVE small and TRAVEL BIG, and wouldn't have it any other way. Make sure and subscribe to our channel to follow along on our adventures and see how we live and travel in The Hocking Adventure Bus!
Check out our first video of us flying to Salt Lake City, Utah to pick up the bus and drive it 1200 miles back to Iowa here:
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 86
@JoyintheJourney-CampLyfe
@JoyintheJourney-CampLyfe 11 днів тому
Good morning. Saw your skoolie ❤ this morning at the campground and smiled. Welcome. Just starting my new journey as a CM and UKposts channel to reflect this experience.
@canadasweetie
@canadasweetie 9 днів тому
“We’re selling our stuff. The stuff didn’t make us happy.” Wish more people could see that.
@lgthrfwyggr6242
@lgthrfwyggr6242 10 місяців тому
parents: we wanted a king sized bed and out kids get coffins
@susanneguzman5339
@susanneguzman5339 2 роки тому
It’s great to see dad’s being real dad’s and being so good at it. Lol 😂 kids learn so much from this life style
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Jim has always been a great dad! We are so thankful that he is finally getting time with the kids! We are all learning a lot from this lifestyle.
@kellyfarrell8180
@kellyfarrell8180 2 роки тому
You have everything that makes a home a home especially its wonderful to see the kids beds don't look like coffins like most do and glad you changed the color scheme it's beautiful and you have a beautiful family
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thank you so much! The kids love their spaces. We appreciate you watching and commenting ❤️.
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 2 місяці тому
Great couple!
@Sam-and-fam
@Sam-and-fam 10 місяців тому
I was wondering if your family is still doing bus life? My fiancé and I are particularly interested in this type of mobile lifestyle for our family of 4 and it was refreshing to see this video of your family’s journey. A true inspiration!
@user-zg4ix4en6n
@user-zg4ix4en6n 11 місяців тому
Beautiful build. Best one I’ve seen yet ❤
@juliazentner681
@juliazentner681 9 місяців тому
Perfect bus! Best life!
@yournamehere5827
@yournamehere5827 2 місяці тому
Keep doing what you're doing! You're a great example!
@ramonamoritz5845
@ramonamoritz5845 7 місяців тому
Love your Barnwood, Mason Jars Yay!
@inthehoy
@inthehoy Рік тому
its so amazing , 😍
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Thank you!
@elainelipscomb1476
@elainelipscomb1476 2 роки тому
Wonderful job.live everything you have done
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thank you so much! It has been an incredible journey!
@rebeccahowie7234
@rebeccahowie7234 Рік тому
Beautiful skooli!!! I love seeing families with kids doing this!!!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
We can’t imagine anything else right now. We love it!
@Buses2Bikes
@Buses2Bikes Рік тому
You guys are 7 levels of awesome. Getting out there on the road and living. Good Job!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Awe thanks so much. We sure are enjoying this lifestyle!
@morto6876
@morto6876 Рік тому
Many prayers for a dream future! Everybody loses sight of the big picture!
@rebel_infinity7326
@rebel_infinity7326 Рік тому
Awesome!! You all will make so many great memories together. Blessings!!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Thank you!
@madarafarms
@madarafarms 2 роки тому
You are such an inspiration for families who are looking to live this life. We are so excited to get our build done and get on the road.
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thank you so much! Everyone has a different story and I think it’s great for people to learn how we got here. Good luck!
@danielbastian_dbas8694
@danielbastian_dbas8694 Рік тому
Wow...i'm your fans from Indonesia, spend all time with family...u know how to enjoy life.
@bird.1980
@bird.1980 Рік тому
hey saw your bus at alexander springs last weekend! hope all is well
@kg3858
@kg3858 Рік тому
The kids are beautiful and that puppy??! So, so cute!!!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Thank you so much!
@scottcarder9543
@scottcarder9543 2 роки тому
Kiddies and family is so nice. They have their plans and routine like everyone. 👍 systems in place
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thank you. We do! We have to adjust sometimes…and we are always reorganizing…but we try to keep everything simple and organized. Thanks for watching ☺️.
@dianekellen2247
@dianekellen2247 2 роки тому
Jim and I sat down and watched this together!! Great video, but it sure makes us miss you guys!! Safe travels and we look forward to more UKposts videos!!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Awe thank you for watching!!! We sure miss you all and can’t wait to see you soon! More videos to come! Take care ❤️
@lindamarie6574
@lindamarie6574 Рік тому
Oh there’s the dog! All are so cute!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
He's just a baby in this video!
@tammycruz8189
@tammycruz8189 Рік тому
Love your home Safe Travels Always God Bless Y'all God Speed
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Thank you so much!
@diannbrown528
@diannbrown528 15 днів тому
We passed you! Just wanted to say hi
@isabellesalinas3911
@isabellesalinas3911 2 роки тому
Congratulations and blessings.. 💝 The dad’s voice reminds me of Extreme Makeover tv host Ty Pennington.. “move that bus”. 🚌
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thank you ❤️. Oh yes we remember that show!
@socorrobarrio3593
@socorrobarrio3593 2 роки тому
GOD ANSWERED YOUR PRAYERS,SYCH A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY,MAY YOU ALWAYS BE SAFE.
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
We are so thankful 🙏!!!
@lindamarie6574
@lindamarie6574 Рік тому
“A house is not a home” Home is where you feel good!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Absolutely! This feels like home!
@AhmedMohamed-fq1kj
@AhmedMohamed-fq1kj Рік тому
love you this good..I’m from Egypt 🇪🇬
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Thanks so much!
@heavenlyblended5563
@heavenlyblended5563 2 роки тому
So cool! Love the changes you made to make it feel more like home. I hope you post videos of all of your trips! You mentioned that you would not have driven the bus the way you did on your drive from Utah to Iowa if you knew then what you know now. Can you Elaborate on that a little bit more? I saw another family say they only drive about 300 miles a day, is that the recommendation? Can’t wait to see more!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thank you! Oh gosh we were clueless on that trip home. A few things we have learned since then…up and down shift through mountains…don’t shut the bus off immediately after driving. A lot of the other stuff was related to solar and having no idea how much we could run things. We try to travel 200 miles a day now. That’s plenty for us. We are slow and everyone gets crabby ☺️.
@juressalee6444
@juressalee6444 2 роки тому
A lovely family! Hope you don’t mind me saying but a couple of comments hint that you may have come from a fairly ‘comfortable’ situation and yet you seem very happy when you talk about downsizing and ‘getting rid of things’. It’s so nice to see things are working out well for your family. I love the washer and dryer and the separated bathroom space. Safe travels!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
We had a big house and a lot of stuff. We were not experiencing life and time with our children because we were working so hard to pay for the house and all the things. We came to the realization that we wanted to focus on time with our family instead of material things. It felt amazing when we started getting rid of the stuff that no longer mattered to us. Does that make sense? ❤️
@jaceebrynne49
@jaceebrynne49 2 роки тому
@@TheHockingAdventureBus would love to have something like this to be the traveling grandma
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Do it 😁. We want to be traveling grandparents someday too.
@caravandanadventures
@caravandanadventures Рік тому
Just watched you leaving Fort Pickens campground. You were in C loop. Maybe I can catch a tour of the bus in my next life time.
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Awesome! So sorry we missed you! We are always up for a tour!
@colehopkins
@colehopkins 7 днів тому
Since this was 2 years ago, I assume it's become clear that a microwave uses WAY less energy than an oven, and probably the same as a toaster. Heating up coils and keeping them hot for a longer period of time is far, far less energy efficient, assuming stove and toaster are electric.
@jeffskelton100
@jeffskelton100 Рік тому
Love the layout and would like to build something similar. What are the dimensions of you dinette and bunks? Seems like even with full W/D lots of aisle space
@mzfitmama2361
@mzfitmama2361 Рік тому
If your family ever makes it to AZ in the future message me and would love to meet y’all and maybe show you restaurants great areas to hike etc. when you come to AZ we are in Waddell near white tank mountain. It’s beautiful here. Your home is so beautiful and love all your special touches. Also how do you afford to travel after money from selling runs out? Do y’all both work remotely? It’s just great to see families doing this. It’s beautiful God bless your family!!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Thanks so much!
@jameslawhorn1905
@jameslawhorn1905 7 місяців тому
I see you got critters how do you keep control on cat to keep it from running off? The dog more controllable than the cat
@RevGerryRM
@RevGerryRM 2 роки тому
I'd suggest that you replace all the lights with LEDs. They will do a better job and require less energy. Just FYI. Check into it.
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
Thanks for the tip! I believe all of the lights are LEDs.
@sianherbert1872
@sianherbert1872 2 місяці тому
How do you have your storage organised beside your bed?
@kerimabrown5404
@kerimabrown5404 Рік тому
Do you home school? Do you plan on living in your bus for years to come. It looks so homey!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Yes we home school our kids. Our initial plan was a year but we have no plans of stopping now! We love this lifestyle ❤️.
@davidcosine
@davidcosine 2 роки тому
We're reconditioning a Scotty camper here for boondocking... what do you guys do with the dog or cat in National Parks?
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus 2 роки тому
That’s great! We usually boondock outside of the park and leave the dog in his kennel. We have a mini split we run if needed to control the temp while we are gone.
@millersinthemoment5427
@millersinthemoment5427 Рік тому
I seen your bus this morning during my morning walk. The first thing I noticed was your solar setup and how impressive it was. I do have few questions, do you find the front panels having any fatigue for the wind since they are located so close to the front end of the bus? Also you said you have 4- 200ah battery setup, what chemical make up is your bank( lead acid, agm or lithium) and if its LA or AGM is there a limitation of the runtime of the mini split?
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Awesome! We haven't had any issues with the solar panels. We actually redid our solar setup after this video. We have 4- 200ah lithium batteries now. They are wired together for a 48v system. We can run the mini split all day when we have sun. We are conservative at night when we don't have power coming in.
@amysmith3247
@amysmith3247 4 місяці тому
I want mine to have the bathroom next to my bedroom instead of having kids so close
@scottgiet1835
@scottgiet1835 6 місяців тому
How do you find a bus like this?
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 2 місяці тому
Where do the kids clothes go?
@TattedTommysTv
@TattedTommysTv Рік тому
So when your traveling with your family what's the legality on were the at during the drive that's what I don't understand I'm doin a mid bus and not understanding the laws im in Texas
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 2 місяці тому
So, do they have to work?
@Stealth401
@Stealth401 Рік тому
What is the length of the bus and if it's over 35 ft how did you get into national parks?!
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
it is 36'. We tow a car for exploring!
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 2 місяці тому
Don't you need a cdl to drive a bus?
@MrMrcorvette
@MrMrcorvette Рік тому
Is it possible to get the layout sent in an email? Me and my wife love it. We wanna replicate it if possible
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
unfortunately we don't have any sketches! If you would like measurements please let us know!
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 2 місяці тому
The sink looks super low.
@canadianwarrior2108
@canadianwarrior2108 Рік тому
Tell me you cleaned up the bus for the video. Nobody I know with kids have any area that clean and organized.
@TheHockingAdventureBus
@TheHockingAdventureBus Рік тому
Absolutely!!! LOL!
@hollyvick181
@hollyvick181 2 місяці тому
The camera needs to back up..couldn't see everything.
@Lordjervy
@Lordjervy 9 місяців тому
The most precious things on earth is money.. because you nid it to survive in this society...you could live with out kids but with out money you would be homeless..poor and starving and die
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