Do you want this? Or This? Van life can be a great adventure for couples looking to explore the open road and experience all nature offers. However, there are a few things that couples should keep in mind when embarking on this type of journey. Here are a few tips for couples in van life….
If you’re a boater, then you know how important it is to always be aware of safety while on the water. Whether you’re sailing, fishing, or just cruising around, there are certain items that you should always have on board to keep yourself and your passengers safe. This blog post will review five of your…
Colchuck Lake is one of those picturesque lakes of the Pacific Northwest that everyone wants to see, but only a few ever do. This lake is in The Enchantments, a magical place in the Okanagon-Wenatchee National Forest in Washington State. From May 15th through October 31st, the Enchantments works on a lottery system. Starting February…
Have you ever considered embarking on a leisurely sailing expedition along the serene Multnomah Channel, tracing the picturesque landscapes of Sauvie Island? Join us on our immersive journey as we share our experiences, from encountering Fred’s Marina, admiring the Sauvie Island Bridge, and exploring the scenic beauty of Scappoose Bay (if able). Take a captivating…
For a while, we had wanted to sail from Portland to Hood River through the Columbia River Gorge. A three-day weekend holiday was coming up, and we thought we’d extend it to a four-day weekend sailing trip. So, we started planning out what our itinerary would be. Hood River is about 65 miles east of…
Who Wants to go Backpacking? Regarding backpacking in Washington State, it does not get any better than backpacking in The Enchantments. Between May 15th and October 31st, The Enchantments works on a lottery system. Starting February 15th at 7 am (pt) through March 1st, you can apply for the lottery. If you are lucky enough…
In the last post, I discussed the exterior items that went into our build. This van build series post will be set around the van’s interior, although one item is an exterior/interior item. These items do not need an entire post dedicated to them. So, I bundled them up and created the following excellent piece…
In this post, I’ll go into greater detail about smaller areas of our van build series and other one-off items. We did not build a stealth van, so our goal was not to keep the exterior “Plain Jane”. Also, everything we’ve added is not just for aesthetics. Another important note: none of these items have…
If you are a Pacific Northwest hiker like we are then you most likely have a goal of summiting Mount St. Helens. It is one of those quintessential hikes we all want to do. During the summer months and once a lot of the snow has melted away, you can hike up an established trail….
The Road Trip Begins It is Tuesday morning, and we are headed out of town. Today’s weather is nice, and the winds are light (in high winds, the high-roof van likes to move around a bit, which is not fun). And what should come across my phone is a travel alert for Interstate 84. About…
