We rounded out our tour of Massachusetts with our last night in Cape Cod at Shawme Crowell Campground. Of course you can’t stay in a small adorable town like Sandwich and not stop at local ice creamery. Before heading back to our campsite, we sat on the front lawn and I enjoyed my peanut butter…
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D.C. or Bust
We don’t travel to many cities on this trip, primarily because being a solo city-goer with a dog really limits your experience. So instead of dwelling on it, I stick to things we love which means outdoor adventures. But this time around, we are staying with friends in the beautiful state of Maryland so that means,…
The Magic of Shenandoah
I spent a memorable 3 days at Shenandoah National Park and I’m so happy I did. Originally it wasn’t even on my radar or on my impromptu itinerary, until I started heading north and did a little research. My expectations were set pretty low, solely due to my lack of area knowledge. My camp spot was on the…
On The Road Again
Our first week back on the road is in full swing and we are stoked! Our new tent (Mountain Hardware Optic 2.5) is amazing and has withstood the rain every night this week… thank goodness! There is something about the rain on a tent that is so peaceful which could be why I’ve had some…
Decision Made
It’s been hot and I know my mom has said that about 1,000 times over the last month but now it’s my turn. I grew up in Portland, Oregon where it is cool almost every day. The first night I jumped out of the car after panting through my first really humid night only to throw up three times,…
Camping in the Heat
The last couple weeks I’ve traveled from Texas to Florida. It probably wasn’t my smartest plan to travel to the south in the summer but it was definitely a learning experience. Florida is a beautiful state, so green and lush, with so much more wildlife than I ever expected. During my time here, I have seen monkeys, alligators,…
From Texas to Louisiana
I spent the last almost 3 weeks in Austin staying with my gracious friends in their beautiful air-conditioned home and it was glorious. Austin is a fun and adventurous city. There is always something to do; from the swimming holes (when they are open and not flooding) to the concerts, festivals, hikes and urban trails. It…
Carlsbad Caverns
It was a difficult decision. Up to this point I have been to 16 national parks over the last nearly two months and I’ve been able to adjust to a canine copilot. Usually either by driving through and jumping out at viewpoints or when it’s cold enough, actually leaving him to sleep in the car….
Rocky Mountain NP
“I’m in love, I’m in love and I don’t care who knows it!” (Elf) That’s how I feel about Rocky Mountain National park. I’ve always had a sweet spot for a snow capped mountain or two but to be surrounded by them? Perfection! It took me a couple days but the trick to this place…
Farewell Utah
What a whirlwind few days in the wonderful Utah. The beautiful red rock bluffs, crazy needle rock formations and the towering snow capped mountains in the distance. I concluded the big five parks in Utah with the northern entrance of Canyonlands (Canyonlands is split into two sections) before heading east to Colorado. My time the last five days was spent…
Red Canyon is My Favorite
Yesterday was another National Park day, there are a lot of those out there, I think we went to Bryce Canyon. It looked cool from the car window but like every other National park that’s all I get, except the Grand Canyon! I just had to stay above the rim so the Grand Canyon is…
A GOLDEN ROAD 