Your guide to outdoor adventure since 2019
Ford transit conversions are becoming ever more popular in the US. They’re not just a holiday vehicle! All over the world people are opting to live full time in their Ford Transit vans. A combination of easy handling, cheap replacement parts and reliability make living in a Ford Transit perfect […]
Full-time vanlife is a great way to travel and explore. But, for an enjoyable life on the open road, you need a solid van for your adventures. Finding the right van can be tricky, especially because there are so many great options to choose from. So, whether you’re looking to […]
The Winnebago Revel is a breakthrough in the vanlife world. The company’s first 4×4 Sprinter van conversion is nearly everything an avid outdoorsman could want, myself and husband included. From the beautiful cabinetry to bed on a lift, Winnebago thought not only about keeping things classy, but also ensuring its […]
When my partner Aaron and I were planning our bus conversion layout, we made a list of “must-haves” and a composting toilet was high on the list. At the time in late 2017, the only composting toilet that I regularly saw in campervan tour videos and read about online was […]
Short bus conversions hit the sweet spot between tiny but agile vans and comfortable but unwieldy full-size buses. Of course, there are pros and cons to each type of vehicle, but in this article, I will share my experience living full-time in a short bus for over two years and […]
There are several different ways that you can get hot water in your campervan. These can be roughly organized into the categories of Propane, Electricity and Engine Heat, though there are various different methods using each heat source. Your decision should come down to the space available, your personal budget […]
As the technology becomes more lightweight and affordable than ever, an increasing number of vanlifers are opting to power their vans via solar. The amount of solar that you require depends on both your climate and energy use, varying greatly depending on your van set up. For example, someone running […]
Camping is a great way to enjoy time outdoors. But, paying for a campsite can be a drag. Thankfully, there are thousands of free campsites scattered around the United States, just waiting for you to come and spend the night. You can find free campsites on BLM, National Forest, National […]
When my boyfriend and I were first seriously considering making the leap to full-time skoolie travel in 2017, the biggest question mark in our minds involved how to make a living on the road. At the time, I was working at the front desk of a physical therapy office and […]
Converted Sprinter vans are often seen as the pinnacle of van life goals, and Colorado-based TouRig creates some of the swankiest professional van conversions available today. In this article, we’ll take a look at what TouRig offers and hear from Kate and Levi, the company’s marketing team as well as […]
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.