They Told Me Not to Swim—So I Did!

Welcome to Day 2 of my solo Thunder Bay road trip—and it’s already unhinged. After losing my sunroof net on the highway (RIP), accidentally brushing up against poison ivy, and sneaking into a closed provincial park beach just for a cold dip, this day was full of moments that made me laugh, itch, and question all my choices. I searched for a wild swimming spot, faced relentless mosquitoes, and ended the day searching for a safe place to sleep. Spoiler: it involved a very uneven dirt road and some creative car camping angles. This is what real solo female travel looks like—bug bites, dehydration, rule-bending swims, and all. #stealthcamping #carcamping #solocamping ✨ In this episode: • Wild swim mission in Northern Ontario • Lost gear, loud bugs, & rule-breaking • Poison ivy close call • Sleeping in a slanted car • Exploring French River area and Chutes Provincial Park • Finding a free overnight spot with IOverlander • Car camping food, setup, and survival humor 📍 Location: French River → Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario 🚗 Vehicle: Toyota RAV4 | solo car camping setup 🎒 Content: Off-grid camping, solo travel, raw storytelling If you’re into real adventures, unscripted moments, and solo female resilience in the wild, this one’s for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for Day 3—featuring a sunrise river swim and some needed redemption.