Explore the journey — one trail, museum, meal, and memory at a time.
Salmon Fishing in the Copper River
A lazy catch-up day turned into a memorable Alaska travel day, with a walk across the Kuskulana River Bridge, views of the Copper River, salmon fishing near Chitina, fish wheels in the current, and a quiet riverside camp for the night.
Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park
Ashfall Fossil Beds preserves entire herds of rhinos, horses, and camels buried in volcanic ash 12 million years ago. The Rhino Barn, exhibits, and trails reveal Nebraska’s Pompeii, a window into prehistoric life and a perfect vanlife adventure stop.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park (South Unit)
The South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park turned into a day of detours, surprises, and reflections. From road construction delays and an unexpected film about the James Webb Space Telescope, to prairie dogs stealing the show on the scenic drive, the trip was less about perfect views and more about the experience of being there—even when the loop ended with a forced turnaround.
Tucked Away in Hiawatha National Forest
A quiet day deep in the Hiawatha National Forest, catching up on photos, swatting mosquitoes, and enjoying the freedom of boondocking with a side of salmon and solitude.