October has always been a harvest month. Fields are cleared, crops are pulled in, and what gets saved is what carries people through the colder days ahead. For van folks, it’s not so different. We gather what we’ve got, pack it carefully, and make the most of the space we have.

This season has a way of showing us that holding onto everything isn’t the goal. The trees drop their leaves, the ground goes quiet, and what’s left is what really matters. With costs climbing and supply chains feeling tight, it’s easy to worry about what’s missing. But maybe the reminder here is that enough can actually be plenty. For all that Vanagons remind us, choosing what we bring and what can be left may be most important. When remembering in life that having "enough" is enough, and create moments that make you feel full.

Evenings are cooler now, and this is where simple comforts count. A heater warming up the van. A blanket tossed across the bench seat. A quick meal shared with your travel buddy or with a dog curled up nearby. It doesn’t take much to make the moment feel full.

The gear that helps make this happen doesn’t need to be complicated. Rocky Mountain Westy storage boxes keep things organized without the clutter. A Propex heater takes the bite out of a chilly night. A few thoughtful upgrades turn the van into a space that feels ready, even when the weather turns.

October doesn’t ask us to have it all. It asks us to gather what’s here, make it count, and remember that enough is already enough.