Outdoors

We bought our camper specifically for boondocking. Its been our favorite way to travel. But what exactly is boondocking? Is it different than dry camping? Or what about that … Read more

Stone Face is a natural rock formation in the Shawnee National Forest.

Garden of the Gods is a wilderness area in Shawnee National Forest with expansive views of Southern Illinois.

Joe Skeen is easily the nicest free campground we have stayed at, thus far. We were lucky to nab the last of about a dozen spots on this BLM … Read more

Lake Meredith is a reservoir near Sugar City, Colorado. Its the perfect place to spend the night and do a little fishing.

Grilled cheese is delicious. What’s better than grilled cheese? Yeah, grilled cheese cooked directly over a fire. It gives grilled cheese all the smokey flavor you could ask for. … Read more

Teal Pond is a forgotten camp site in the Shawnee National Forest While there are two usable spots now, a dozen campsites were once available. The location still proves … Read more

After purchasing a travel trailer or camper, the last thing you want is for someone to drive off with it. There’s a few simple ways you can secure your … Read more

For many outdoor enthusiasts, the cold winter months are a bummer. Its too cold to camp, trails are covered in snow, streams become ice. Winter doesn’t have to be … Read more

Aldi is a German owned supermarket chain that sells some really random stuff. That random stuff happened to include an Adventure Ridge backpack. I found two of them on … Read more

Rice is the go to for water logged phones. I’m here to tell you there’s a better way.

Selfie sticks are so… 2018. Use a tripod instead.

Cast iron cookware is a popular choice for camping. Cast iron is extremely durable and can handle the high heat of a campfire.

The Tecumseh Trail is a 43 mile moderately challenging trek through Southern Indiana. Its not especially difficult as the hills are not steep and water can be easily obtained. … Read more

Camping in an established campground is fun and convenient. There is usually electricity and running water. Shower houses are nearby. Most have a metal ring ready for a fire. … Read more

We’ve been eyeing France Park since pictures of the lake started populating our Facebook groups. The blue lake has beguiled us and it was worth a detour home.

Hawthorn Park has long been my favorite park in Terre Haute. I’ve ran laps around the lake preparing for the Indy Mini Marathon. I’ve backpacked the trails practicing for … Read more

Hacking the Hike can only hike so much and we want to hear about your outdoor excursion. If you love the outdoors and regularly hike/canoe/backpack/kayak/camp or otherwise live your … Read more

No, this isn’t some challenging hike through canyons. It’s a pleasant, relaxing walk around a lake across from an elementary school and only a few blocks from Collett Park.

The Wabashiki Wetlands are part of a larger Wabashiki Fish and Wildlife Area (FWA) west of Terre Haute, Indiana. Wabashiki has been featured frequently by the local media for … Read more

Bridgeton is a small town in Parke County in West Central Indiana. It is an annual host to the Covered Bridge Festival in October.

I’m not sure I’ve ever met anyone that didn’t like Turkey Run State Park.  Its a refuge in a state covered in corn and beans.  Its known for its … Read more

Shade State Park in west central Indiana is simply beautiful.  Its often overlooked as many Hoosiers choose Turkey Run, a nearby state park, but Shades has plenty to offer.  … Read more