First Thunderstorm in RV with Cats

rswfire records a transmission at 1-2 AM during his first thunderstorm while living in a camper. He describes disconnecting from shore power as a safety precaution and notes the need to purchase tarps to protect his power surge protector from getting wet. The cats are inside the camper, which helps quiet them during the storm. He also addresses an ongoing issue with dead ladybugs that keep appearing in the camper - initially mistaking them for mouse droppings when first inspecting the RV. He has been vacuuming them up after initially trying to remove them by hand, acknowledging that they are living somewhere in the space.

At the Edge of Power: Cape Blanco's Sustained Fury! 🍃

Addressing Boondocking Question and Storm Aftermath

rswfire responds to subscriber Evee's question about boondocking while walking through storm damage at Cape Blanco campground. He explains his current campground-based approach, noting concerns about broken-window RVs he observed when first arriving in Oregon. **Current setup involves cycling between three southern Oregon coastal towns** (Brookings, Gold Beach, Port Orford) using 14-day campground stays with 3-day breaks between locations. He describes his **dual-vehicle system** - RV for secure base living with Bailey, Jeep for exploration along Highway 101. Notes financial constraints may force boondocking soon but prefers campground infrastructure for safety and stability. **Plans to move south** toward Brookings/Gold Beach area where he's developing friendships. During filming, he walks through **recent storm damage** showing downed trees and cleanup crews. Park ranger taught him about coastal tree root systems that interlock for mutual support during high winds. Another storm expected in coming days. Video ends with him observing continuing wind gusts moving large tree trunks.

Christmas Morning Storm Plans and Coast Territory

rswfire delivers a Christmas morning transmission from Cap Blanco, Oregon at 6:00 AM. He explains that a large storm has prevented his planned trip north to Highway 101 and the Heceta Head Lighthouse near Florence. Instead, he will spend Christmas at one of his favorite coastal locations. He describes his recent territory expansion from the southern coast (Brookings to Port Orford area) northward toward Florence and Reedsport, where he plans to volunteer at a campground for the next three months. The previous day (Christmas Eve), he scouted the campground location, evaluating shower facilities and exploring a lake with trails and nearby sand dunes. rswfire expresses interest in dune buggy activities and getting on water during his upcoming stay. He mentions potentially spending time in Coos Bay for nightlife during the long winter nights (16 hours of darkness). He reflects on the approaching new year 2025 as the start of a new chapter. The transmission concludes with his plans to spend Christmas day weathering the storm and playing modded Skyrim on his computer setup.

Final Ocean Visit Before Departure

rswfire makes a final visit to the ocean at 8 AM before departing a coastal location. He observes fog covering the landscape and reflects on discovering tide pools during his stay. The ocean shows more power than previous days, which he had been requesting. He processes thoughts about societal collapse and questions whether escaping to the forest is the life he wants. A Trump supporter caravan drove through the campground the previous day while he was distributing rubber ducks on Jeeps, reinforcing his observations about societal fragmentation. He concludes that if he's going to die, it would be by the ocean rather than hiding in the forest.

Weathering Storm in RV Without Power

The speaker is experiencing severe weather while staying in their RV at a campground. They lost power due to tornado warnings and thunderstorms, with wind gusts up to 90 mph and flash flood warnings. **Weather preparation**: They secured outdoor equipment, identified the safest interior location, and used battery power systems to maintain internet access through their router. **Cooking preparation**: They've been working with ChatGPT to learn cooking skills and ordered equipment including a portable charcoal grill, induction heating devices, and an electric skillet. This is part of preparing for boondocking during their upcoming westward travel. **RV organization and maintenance**: Nearly finished organizing the interior space. Planning to fix their uncomfortable bed using 1-inch foam material once the weather clears. The bed has a gap that causes significant discomfort and sleep disruption. **Solar power learning**: Needs to understand their solar system capabilities before leaving for Nevada, including what appliances can be powered and for how long. Plans to test running various devices through AC outlets. **Weather awareness**: Reflecting on how living in an RV makes them more aware of weather threats compared to house living. Many other campers left the campground early, apparently anticipating the severe weather.

Processing Relationship End and Storm Preparation

rswfire reports at 7 AM that a relationship with a new friend ended badly, making him feel unsafe and scared. He describes the relationship as initially beautiful - they cuddled, he cooked meals (burgers and elaborate chili), bought gifts, and was falling in love. He's doing laundry at a campground while processing grief and preparing for a major storm with 50-60 mph sustained winds and 80 mph gusts. He plans to leave the current location early because it no longer feels safe, intending to return to Brookings area where he has other connections. rswfire mentions hiking daily for over a month, ranking in top 3% on Samsung Health. He shows his campsite with flooding and visits Cape Blanco lighthouse during high winds, carrying a pocket knife for protection while maintaining he will defend his sovereignty. The transmission includes footage of the approaching storm system and lighthouse area, with rswfire declaring this coast as his home and expressing intent to continue living his best life despite the setback.

Morning Storm Experience and Life Philosophy

rswfire begins the morning at 6 AM in his RV campsite in a federal forest, discussing damage from his journey including solar panel issues from Kentucky. He addresses viewers directly, urging them to get off YouTube and experience nature instead of making excuses. He talks about his ear piercings still healing after 3 months, with plans for helix piercings once current ones heal. He mentions returning to freelance work, planning to balance daytime outdoor hours with nighttime work hours. A windstorm begins with 80 mph gusts, and he ventures outside to experience it despite the conditions. He walks through the forest to observe tall trees swaying in the wind, avoiding other campers. He expresses his philosophy of not fragmenting his experience for social media while still sharing it. The transmission shows him moving through the storm to reach what appears to be cliffs or a lake area. He encounters another person with a wind measurement device and offers to help them download data to their computer, demonstrating his approach to making connections through embracing moments. Throughout, he maintains his message encouraging others to leave their safe spaces and engage with the world directly.

Witnessing Dangerous Campfire Behavior from Neighbor

rswfire observes and records a neighboring camper repeatedly squirting lighter fluid directly into an active campfire over an extended period. He expresses frustration and concern about the dangerous and reckless fire-starting method, noting the presence of children nearby and describing it as poor parenting. The speaker mentions being sore from the previous day, plans to visit a tire shop, and indicates the problematic neighbors appear to be leaving. He documents the behavior as evidence of dangerous camping practices while maintaining distance from the situation.

Morning RV Power Management on Mountain

rswfire begins his fourth day camping on a mountain at 6 AM with low battery power (25%). He discovers his generator runs on propane and successfully charges his RV batteries using AC power, reaching 1649 watts. He manages solar power generation (80+ watts) to run satellite internet while conserving energy by turning off lights and water pump when not needed. He plans a town trip for supplies including thermal curtains, laundry, shower, and trash disposal. He reflects on missing his mother while playing Horizon Zero Dawn, a game she enjoyed watching him play. Despite some nostalgia and grief, he affirms no regret about leaving his previous life of material conveniences that brought emptiness. He observes other campers collecting firewood systematically and notes mixed feelings about their presence disrupting his solitude. Weather conditions are cold (63°F inside) requiring propane heat conservation. He explores using a 20-lb propane tank for additional heating options. Technical discoveries include learning battery charge indicators, needing a ground adapter for solar charging, and measuring coffee maker power consumption (750 watts initially, dropping to 80 watts). He researches his Oregon Coast trip using iOverlander and Campendium apps, reassessing wind concerns after AI warnings. Current wind predictions show 40 mph gusts coming Friday, which he now considers manageable after research.

RV Controller Failure and Cape Walk

rswfire discovers that external lights on his RV have been stuck on for a week due to a failed brake controller that was improperly installed outside where it got wet from Oregon coast weather. He identifies this as a known issue with his RV model requiring a $20 part replacement, expressing frustration with the RV industry's poor design practices. After investigating the problem, he takes a walk to the cape to process his anger. During the walk, he encounters mosquitoes that appeared after a recent storm and receives a text from someone he calls 'the little Cape dweller' who claims not to be thinking about him. rswfire deletes the message, stating the person violated his trust during an intimate moment and refuses to take responsibility. He ends at the oldest lighthouse in Oregon, which currently has a broken motor, comparing it to himself as a 'void penetrating device' that shoots beams into the ocean.

Testing Fear Response at Cliff Edge

rswfire visits a coastal cliff location, filming the ocean, lighthouse, and surrounding landscape. He shares a story about initially being afraid of the cliff edge due to experiencing 'call of the void' - an intrusive thought about jumping. He explains how he researched this phenomenon, learned it's a French concept that most humans experience but don't discuss, and then systematically exposed himself to the cliff daily to overcome the fear through building self-trust. He describes how his brain constantly scans for safety and creates tension when losing situational awareness. The transmission includes interactions with people and a dog visible far below on the beach, with rswfire waving and observing them through his camera's zoom function.

Storm Watching and Gaming Setup in RV

rswfire observes an approaching storm from his RV, noting how quickly weather spreads and testing his stabilizers against wind movement. He transitions to discussing his gaming setup, explaining he hasn't played video games in six months but feels ready to return to this activity with intentionality. **RV modifications** include bedroom improvements, bed platform fixes, and plans for wall insulation. He shows his Alienware laptop with RTX 4080 graphics card going through firmware updates and discusses external hard drive organization for mobile gaming. **Gaming preparation** involves setting up Steam games on external drives and configuring his Plex server for entertainment. He reflects on **audience criticism** regarding his RGB lighting and teddy bears, stating he turns off comments to avoid negativity. **Philosophical observations** include diminished faith in humanity's capacity for growth and preparation, referencing six months of teaching collapse preparation that viewers misunderstood. The transmission concludes with him launching Final Fantasy 16, praising Creative Studio 3's visual design and emotional storytelling while preparing to play during the expected storm.

Assessing Storm Damage and Planning Southern Route

rswfire wakes at 5 AM the day after Christmas following violent overnight storms with 80 mph wind gusts that lasted 5-6 hours. He describes debris falling on his RV and trees swaying dramatically but reports sleeping fine with an acceptance of potential death. After making eggs using a specialized device and coffee, he decides to travel south to revisit meaningful places before moving north permanently in less than a week, making it difficult to return to locations like Brookings and Gold Beach. He conducts a morning damage assessment of the campground, finding surprisingly minimal storm damage despite the violent conditions - only small debris and one fallen tree. The assessment includes checking his RV, Jeep, propane tank, and satellite dish, all of which survived intact. He walks trails to the beach and cliff edges, observing the moody ocean and noting that the adapted coastal trees held each other up through their underground root systems. Throughout the morning routine, he discusses practical nomad considerations like solar battery levels (62%), campground power infrastructure reliability, and the high cost of eggs ($8) which he attributes to monetary supply expansion during COVID. He references listening to "Gondola" by Ogre Sound on repeat and mentions plans to make his "fire water drink" and shower before heading out for the day.

Experiencing Earthquake Alert and Tsunami Warning

rswfire receives earthquake and tsunami alerts on his phone while in his RV. The earthquake occurred 160 miles away with expected light shaking. He waits inside initially, wishing he could observe potential tsunami effects from his cliff-edge location. Two park rangers visit - one official, one a friend - confirming he's in a tsunami safe zone. He ventures outside to film the ocean despite core muscle soreness, capturing scenic coastal views. The transmission concludes with educational reflection on tsunami safety protocols, including the 30-60 second timeline for wave arrival, the importance of knowing escape routes, and the dangerous phenomenon of ocean water receding before a tsunami hits.

Just breathe. 🔥

Melancholy.

Emotional Integration and Sovereignty at Cape Blanco

rswfire sits in his Jeep at Cape Blanco near the lighthouse, using the location for good internet to upload a video. He discusses a conversation with AI about emotions and compartmentalization, arguing that emotional integration provides more control rather than less. He describes feeling all emotions as they pass through him, using them as data points and wisdom rather than enduring them. He references a childhood memory from 8th grade involving a song that may have shaped his approach to feeling emotions fully. He recounts recent experiences including deep romance with a man who then fractured, dealing with fear and anger from that situation. During the transmission, he becomes distracted by an attractive man in the parking lot, demonstrating his point about feeling emotions (joy, passion) as they arise. He concludes by encouraging viewers to feel their feelings rather than compartmentalizing them.

Standing on Coastal Cliff Reflecting on Beauty

rswfire stands on a coastal cliff on a peaceful, warm day with minimal wind and no visible sun. He observes the high tide and mentions a mountain in the background that he loves and plans to visit again. He reflects on someone who is 'acting small' and capable of more, expressing hope to be a catalyst for their growth while acknowledging it doesn't appear likely. He describes the challenge of standing on the cliff edge due to the significant drop, calling it 'the call of the void,' but emphasizes doing it anyway to demonstrate self-trust. He shares a story about observing people in a parking lot during a previous visit, realizing they are what he calls 'parking lot people' - those afraid to live and acknowledge the edge.

Analyzing Financial Pressure and Collapse Patterns

rswfire records from the Riverview Trail on a pleasant day around noon, having woken at 4am and taken a nap. He plans to drive 2.5 hours to Medford tomorrow to pick up a delayed inverter delivery. After watching YouTube compilations of TikTok videos about financial struggles, he provides a macro analysis of interconnected systemic issues. **Key points covered:** - **Money supply expansion**: One-third of all dollars were created 4 years ago during COVID response, causing current inflation - **FEMA budget depletion**: Hurricane Helen consumed half of FEMA's 2025 budget before the year even started - **Debt crisis**: Government debt at all-time highs, over $1 trillion in consumer credit card debt with increasing defaults - **Housing bubble**: Current bubble will dwarf 2008 crisis, worsened by investor purchases after 2008 - **Systemic cascade risk**: When one system fails, it triggers failures across interconnected systems He emphasizes viewing these as integrated systems rather than isolated problems, warning against voting for Trump who he sees as incapable of managing complex crises. He positions himself as prepared for collapse while encouraging others to recognize the patterns and prepare accordingly. The recording ends as he searches for redwood trees across the street from his location.

First Night in RV During Thunderstorm

rswfire records his first night sleeping in an RV during a thunderstorm, reflecting on decades of isolation and career focus while caring for two anxious cats (Oliver and Bailey). He discusses his upcoming nomadic lifestyle, traveling between national parks, and questions whether this existence will provide the purpose and meaning missing from his life. **Technical issues** include a thermostat stuck on Celsius, air conditioner blowing a house fuse, and extremely slow Starlink internet preventing video uploads. He tends to his cats throughout the storm - brushing Bailey's excessive fur, moving them to comfort spots, and trying to calm their anxiety about the loud rain and thunder. The transmission captures the unglamorous reality of RV life while he processes the major life transition from house-based living to mobile nomadism.

Departing Lake After Difficult Period

rswfire is preparing to leave a lake campsite after going through what he describes as a 'draw' or difficult period that is now over. He reflects on giving the location another chance despite it not being his favorite lake. He observes flooding that has submerged a tree normally above water, making conditions very muddy and challenging for camp activities. He mentions seeing young people in a boat with lights one night while he had a campfire, and notes wildlife including ducks and a larger flying creature. Despite the muddy conditions making outdoor tasks difficult, he expresses excitement about moving to his next destination and feeling like he's returning to normal.

Rainy Morning Programming and AI Tool Comparison

rswfire reports from a rainy morning at 10 AM in federal forest location. **Forest Service fire crew personnel** are present doing maintenance work. He went to **Driftwood** to get coffee and laundry soap from **Bill**, coordinating gate access for dumpster service. The main focus is **AI programming tool comparison** - rswfire has been using both **ChatGPT and Claude** for programming assistance. He describes **Claude as significantly superior** for development work but notes token limitations that lock him out until Sunday unless he pays $100/month for the max plan. He's forced to use ChatGPT for the weekend despite finding it much less capable. He plans to work on **"autonomy for content creators"** project after completing his rounds. Weather conditions require rain gear investment. He anticipates getting soaked during his multi-hour rounds but welcomes the return of rain after dry period.

Addressing Trollish Comments on Fire Safety Video

rswfire records from his camper with his cat Bailey, addressing an influx of trollish comments on a previous video about someone pouring charcoal lighter fluid into a fire. He explains his initial understanding of viewers lacking context about him, but notes the comments have escalated to personal insults including being called "Karen" and told to "buy dildos." He emphasizes that the behavior he documented was indeed a fire hazard, citing articles from the Army and city of Phoenix. rswfire describes waking up and immediately seeing the dangerous behavior, explaining his reaction was reasonable given feeling unsafe. He criticizes people for making judgments without considering context and states he will highlight specific comments to call out unacceptable behavior.