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Merrell Moab vs. Altra Lone Peak 9 Plus: Why I Finally Switched to Trail Runners
Trail Runners or Hiking Boots? As lifelong boot loyalist here’s my confession: after switching from heavy Merrell Moab’s to the lightweight Altra Lone Peak’s, hiking is simply better.
The Stargazer Inn the Perfect Great Basin Basecamp
The Stargazer Inn serves as the perfect basecamp haven for exploring Baker, Nevada and the nearby Great Basin National Park.
Hits and Misses From the Trail; On-the-Go Camp Food Reviews
There’s no doubt a large portion of adventure planning is centered around food, here's some of the hits and misses for instant camp meals.
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Camping in Yellowstone: Lewis Lake & Bridge Bay Campgrounds
There’s no better way to feel fully immersed in a national park than sleeping under the stars, completely surrounded by the wild and camping at Yellowstone National Park is no exception for the perfect balance of pure bliss and wildlife encounters.
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From iKamper to Go Fast Campers: Why We Made the Switch
After 5 years in an iKamper Skycamp Mini 2.0, we upgraded to the Go Fast Campers V2 Pro. Here’s my honest review on setup, storage, weight, and a look at why we switched.
Aug 10
iKamper Skycamp Review: Still Worth It After 1 Year
I can’t help but reflect on the progression that our camping adventures have taken over the years. From our initial camping trip in a small tent, sleeping on the ground in borrowed sleeping bags and cooking all our meals over a campfire in 40-degree weather; to a larger tent with room to stand and fit the added comfort of an air mattress, and enjoy the ease of a cooking on a portable camp stove; to the arrangements we have now. It has been a little over one year since we upg
Sep 26, 2022
Finding Joy in the Simple Moments
Another rainy camping weekend, but compared to our previous storm, this weekend at Mt. Charleston provided an enjoyable mist of relaxation.
Sep 10, 2022
Camping Amidst Monsoon Season
Having had our summer camping trips canceled, we were ready for a night under the stars and a scenic overlook at Hilltop was just the thing.
Aug 17, 2022
Joshua Tree National Park; The Park That Blew Us Away
Venturing to explore the beauty Joshua Tree National Park has to offer with the merging terrain of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts.
Apr 25, 2022
Views From a Hilltop Hideaway
October is here and to celebrate, we kicked off the month with another camping adventure, this time taking in the scenes at Hilltop.
Oct 4, 2021
Zion; Our First National Park Camping Retreat
One of the things I love the most about our new camping setup is the opportunity it provides for simple overnight camping without the typical time-consuming setup of a standard tent and air mattress. And since getting our new iKamper setup, we’ve been able to do more camping in the past two months than we typically are able to do in a year. For our latest overnight adventure, we decided to go beyond our standard Mt. Charleston retreat, and check out Zion National Park -- our
Aug 30, 2021
Getting Off the Ground; Upgrading Our Camping Setup
Campervans, small RV options, roof top tents, trailers, we’ve spent the past year or so researching them all. Then, thanks to pandemic,...
Jul 9, 2021
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My first camping trip as an adult included a bucket of dirt and questionable gear, so trust me when I say this is your ultimate, no-judgement guide to a great first camping trip.
I break down the essential gear and how to avoid the biggest rookie mistakes to get you sleeping under the stars safely and actually enjoying the experience!
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