Your guide to outdoor adventure since 2019
If you are planning on going on a camping trip with cold winter weather, you may find yourself wondering if you should cozy up in a tent or just sleep in the back of your car. Surprisingly, there is one that is colder than the other. A tent is much […]
Finding an outdoorsy gift for a girl who loves the outdoors is one way to bring a smile to her face. There are many gifts on the market today to choose from, especially under $50. To buy a gift for an outdoorsy girl does not have to be that hard, […]
Florida is a great place for road trips and camping. Especially during the colder months, this Sunshine State is the perfect place to explore. More often than not, staying in commercial campgrounds can quickly add up and poke a hole in your holiday budget, but thankfully Florida offers a plethora […]
Bears are one of the major things that scare people about camping in a tent or spending time outside. While bears aren’t as much of a threat as people make them out to be, bear-proofing your tent and your campsite is essential if you want to avoid a negative encounter […]
Who says tent camping can’t be comfortable? While I love backpacking, mountaineering, and ultralight climbing trips into the mountains, some of my favorite camping trips have been glamping adventures at frontcountry campgrounds. Being able to enjoy the outdoors during the day and relax in style at night while in camp […]
If you’ve ever tried to reserve a campsite online, you know how tricky it can be to figure out precisely what kind of site you’re booking. From basic to premium to group, and even equestrian sites, all the jargon involved in going camping is enough to make anyone’s head spin. […]
I get a lot of tent and camping-related questions from friends and family. Since I grew up in Minnesota, I’ve enjoyed the trials of winter camping since I was a child. Because of that, I get a lot of winter camping questions, like: Can you use a 3-season tent for […]
When it comes to enjoying the great outdoors, some of the most incredible times of year are during the autumn. The air is crisp and everything seems to be getting ready for winter. But the beauty during this time of year is especially amplified because of the fall color change […]
For a unique camping experience that’s fun and exciting, a tree tent is hard to beat. Plus, sleeping high above the ground offers a whole host of great benefits for backcountry campers. Finding the right tree tent can be tricky, though, especially if you’ve never used one before. These niche […]
In the last decade, minivans have moved far beyond the “soccer mom” and into the eyes of camping and outdoor enthusiasts. Camper vans come in many shapes and sizes, and in some cases, they can be a pretty penny up front. However, compared to an RV or even most trucks, […]
I spend as much time in the mountains as possible. If I'm not training for my next 100 mile trail race then you can probably find me exploring a new trail with my family. This website is where I share all our adventures along with tips and advice to help you get outdoors too! Learn more about me here.