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Giarda – No fun at all

Lyme disease, West Nile disease, and Poison ivy – these are just a few potential dangers you’ll find in the forest. Another problem that is becoming more common – Giardia. Although more cases are being seen across the country each year, medical staff remain unfamiliar with this nasty intestinal bug. Hope this articles helps you Read More >>

What is a National Grassland?

A National Grassland is – The areas designated as “grasslands” were settled in the 1800s under a variety of “Homestead Acts.” These Acts opened the land to people, generally farmers, and helped to settle the west. Located mainly on the prairies of middle USA, a prolonged drought in the late 1920s into the 1930s caused Read More >>

Care for your boots

Quality hiking boots is an investment. I have long held the opinion that one should invest their money in quality hiking boots. After investing that much cash in this essential piece of outdoor gear, one should take care of it. Here are some tips from Dave Page, REI’s go-to person for footwear repairs, and called Read More >>

Checklist for two-month road-trip

We get, on average, 100 emails every week. Often these messages are asking, based on our experiences, advice for a camping adventure. The following is an example of one such message. QUESTION: Apart from my rig, what equipment do you need on board for a two-month cross-country road trip? Whether you are traveling in a Read More >>

My new and improved First Aid Kit

Each year I go through our first aid kit. In the past, I just tossed the expired items and stuffed everything back into an old shoe box. This year I tried something new – I organized our first aid kit. After doing some research, I made a list and had our family doctor take a Read More >>

How I avoid getting bug bites

I love the Outdoors and all that it is. However one thing I wish my time Outdoors didn’t include is bug bites. Don’t get me wrong. I appreciate bugs and understand their place in the eco-system but why do they have to see me as a food source? Well, I guess its part of their Read More >>

Fire Ants – Beware!!!

As we leave the Southern Region behind, I have to say overall our time in the south has been good. The folks have been friendly and hospitable, even if the weather hasn’t been Chamber of Commerce. Yep, for the most part we enjoyed our time in Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Texas. However, one thing Read More >>

Summary of leasons learned

We have started our 19th year as part-time full-time RVers. We always look forward to hitting the road. Every year we have so many great adventures, see so many sights, and meet tons of amazing people. Each year is another learning experience. I’l like to share with you the following are a summary of leasons Read More >>

Ecotourism – life blood for some

“Ecotourism” as defined by Michael Klesius, “is responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of the local people.” He provided this definition in a September 2002 National Geographic article titled “State of the Planet.” When I read the definition of “Ecotourism” images of the plains of Africa, mysterious jungles Read More >>

Home Remedies for Campers

Here are some home remedies I have used when far from home, on the road, or deep in the woods. Aching Back – Fill a plastic zipper bag of crushed ice and apply to the sore area two or three time a day for no longer than 20 minutes. Alternate ice pack with a warm, Read More >>