Van Life: The Puddle Problem - Drip Feed

The Drip Feed Water Talk hosts catch up with Adam about where he’ll take his newly upgraded camper van, including Torridon, the Isle of Arran, Skye, and more Highlands travel, while emphasizing visiting off-season to reduce pressure on busy areas. They discuss how tourism strains local resources, noting Arran’s population can increase fivefold in peak season and that water has been tankered to Arran due to demand, alongside efforts to encourage mindful water use in places like Arran and Skye. Adam shares concerns about waste dumping and litter on routes like the NC500 and uses the principle “take only pictures, leave only footprints.” He reflects on appreciating tap water after running out during the Cuillin Traverse and drinking puddle water, and highlights Scotland’s Top Up Tap map plus tools like Park4Night and Campa for planning facilities, along with essentials such as a stove for coffee, a trowel, entertainment, and a filtered water bottle. Links to helpful apps mentioned by Adam: https://www.yourwateryourlife.co.uk/tapmap https://park4night.com/en https://www.campa.org.uk   Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome Back Drip Feed 00:53 Van Trip Dream Spots 01:31 Avoiding Peak Season Crowds 02:34 Beginner Camping Recommendations 03:40 Tourism Strains Water Supply 05:45 NC500 Impacts And Etiquette 07:28 Scottish Tap Water Love 08:31 Skye Traverse Water Horror 10:11 Top Up Taps And Planning 10:49 Van Tools And Facilities 11:46 Eco Friendly Van Kit 12:33 Three Camping Essentials 14:18 Wrap Up And Shoutouts