Category: Camping
Simple, free tools we actually use to save money on the road — fuel rewards, cashback apps, and a few tricks that add up fast on any trip.
Camping with dogs becomes even more fun when you have the right national‑park‑inspired gear. In this guide, you’ll find the best national park dog camping gear including custom scout‑badge bandanas, personalized Pet Ranger placemats, elevated camp beds, hiking water bottles, collapsible bowls, tie‑outs, pet first‑aid kits, and an RV Travel With Dogs digital planner. Whether…
Van life sounds simple until something breaks down, overheats, or goes dark in the middle of nowhere. Here are the 7 safety essentials we never travel without — including the dash cam my husband won’t stop recommending to everyone he meets.
Learn how to plan a camping trip with 10 simple tips for organizing reservations, packing lists, meals, budgets, and more for a stress-free outdoor adventure.
Page by page, this travel journal is a way to hold onto the small things that usually get lost or thrown away.
Backpacking trips feel completely different when you bring the right comfort gear. From lightweight camp chairs to reliable base layers, these small essentials make long days on the trail easier and nights at camp more relaxing. Here’s the gear we actually use, love, and pack for every trip.
We’re sharing some of our favorite pieces of clothing, shoes, accessories, and gear we actually use and pack for every van trip or hike.
Camping feels easier not because there’s less to think about, but because every choice connects you more deeply to the moment. From picking a campsite to deciding when to make coffee, those small decisions slow life down and remind you why the outdoors feels so grounding. Here’s how mindful choices make camping feel simple, even…
The Plan: Chasing a Smoky Mountain Sunrise We set out to hike the Rainbow Falls Trail to Mount LeConte Lodge — 6.7 miles up, 3,993 feet of elevation, and a lot of anticipation. The goal? A fog-free sunrise at Myrtle Point and a cozy night in one of the Smokies’ most iconic backcountry lodges. We…
Our 11‑day Utah Mighty Five camper‑van adventure took us through some of the most unforgettable landscapes in the Southwest. From sunrise hikes in Arches to quiet nights under Canyonlands skies, this guide shares our exact route, favorite campsites, and tips for traveling Utah’s national parks by van. If you’re planning your own Mighty Five road trip, here’s…
