The Great Escape

This episode is all about how to make the most out of a few days in Seattle, Washington.  Whether you’re a foodie, nature lover, city slicker, or whatever kind of adventurer, there are some great suggestions for how to see and do and experience a lot in The Emerald City in just a few days.

Hear my friend and colleague, Abe Shreve, finish his story about his family’s cross country travels in their "vansion". That's right, 2 adults and 4 kids in 1 van for weeks at a time!

I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend and colleague, Abe Shreve, about his family’s cross country travels in their "vansion". That's right, 2 adults and 4 kids in 1 van for weeks at a time!

Haleakalā on Maui consists of one of the tallest volcanoes in the world as well as waterfalls and lush topical vegetation. Make sure you check out these spots!

Confused about what time of year to visit each national park? Here are my recommendations for which parks are best for spring, summer, fall, and winter. And a few that are great year-round, too!

This episode is all about the top camping gear for 2025.  Whether you’re in a tent, cabin, RV, or backcountry trails there’s some products for you.  So here are my top 10 camping must-haves for 2025.

Capitol Reef is one of Utah's 5 amazing national parks. It's known for the Fremont people petroglyphs, the Fruita orchards, and some great hikes. Most of the park is only accessible by hiking and high-clearance vehicle roads.

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RV 101: Whether you’re looking to buy one, rent one for an upcoming trip, or you just wanna know what I live in for months of the year, this episode is for you. How do you pick the right one? What are the different components? What else do I need for my RV?

Learn about the adventurous hikes in Acadia NP, fun things to do in Bar Harbor, and great places to stay and visit on Mount Desert Island.

Follow along on my friends' trip to Ireland & Scotland - the GT/FSU game, Guinness Storehouse, Blarney Stone, Killarney, Tollymore Forest, Cliffs of Moher, Isles of Sky, and more!

Solo travel: where to go, how to do it, and why you should.  Let’s talk about the benefits of traveling alone, list some of the best international and domestic solo travel locations, and share some tips for feeling safe and secure. 

To raise money for his charity, my friend Jon McLeod rode a bike 2000mi from Boston to Key West...in 2 weeks!

The cool trails and sights of Hot Springs National Park and the town of Hot Springs are located SW of the capital of Little Rock.  This is the first park I’ve been to where it technically encompasses the downtown city area as well as the wilderness around it!

Whether it's a quick out and back, a strenuous loop in the wilderness, or you’re backpacking for a few days, these tips will help make sure you have everything you need.

The episode is all about the trees, trails, and campgrounds of Joshua Tree National Park in California. We also mention some cool places in Twentynine Palms and Joshua Tree as well!

Do you have a redeye flight coming up? Here are some tips for when booking and on the flight to make it more enjoyable.

Arches NP is known for the over 2000 natural stone arches - its unique landscape and stone structures make it a must-see for nature photographers and enthusiasts! Come along with me on some of the hikes and see the amazing features of the park!

Here are 20 awesome breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and desserts for your next camping trip!

Today is all about 2 summers I got to spend training jaguars and raising monkeys and other badass stuff as a keeper intern at The Belize Zoo, known as “the best little zoo in the world”.

Special guest Katelin Baker tells us all about solo hiking and backpacking the Appalachian Trail!

Today is all about adventuring with your pet.  Whether they are furry, feathered, or scaly, I have some great tips for you. Let's make this enjoyable for every member of your family!

Episode 4 is all about White Sands National Park and nearby Oliver Lee Memorial State Park...trails to hike, what to do, where to stay, and more!

Today we’re talking about camping mistakes to avoid so you can have the best experience possible.  Let’s be real, have you had mistakes you could’ve avoided?  Say yes.  Some of these ideas are from my own crazy adventures and I’ve gotten suggestions from others as well.

Zion is definitely one of your high adventure national parks.  So…pay attention or die. Let's go over its history, all the amazing adventures inside the park, and my suggestions for constructing your best itinerary.