It was towards the end of October 2020; we were in the Southern region of Yellowstone National Park and about 3:00 in the morning. I’m pretty sure the teeth chattering that woke me up was my own. I had to work up the courage to get out from under the covers to check the temp…
Flooring? Oh, my goodness, where to start? To date, we’ve tried four different types of flooring. What kind of floors are best? What is the most durable type of flooring? For flooring, it comes down to personal preference; I cannot say one is any better. Do you like the tile look, wood floor, or rubber?…
As it turns out I’m not a carpenter either. I cannot scribe a wall or ceiling panel to save my life. I can get it close, but not close enough to make it look natural. I gave it a valiant effort though. In the Beginning, Bare Walls and a Ceiling Too. It all started out…
Packing for travel can be daunting and something I’ve always put off until the night before I leave. Years ago, this procrastination would lead to forgetting something key, and inevitably I would find myself at the hotel gift shop picking up some overpriced items. Or I would overpack and be exhausted just getting my bag…
Whether you are finishing a day on the slopes on Mt. Hood or reemerging into civilization after a week on the Pacific Crest Trail, you will find some great options for grub in the area. There is something for everyone’s taste from fine dining with a view to a cozy spot at a pub table…
What comes to mind when you think of insulation? That pink stuff that makes you itch after touching it is what comes to mind for me, and I’m assuming it’d be the same for many people. Well, it’s true, it is pink, and it makes you itch, at least one type of insulation anyway. When…
Okay, I get it; you’ve had a less-than-amazing experience with wool. It may have been similar to mine, leaving your skin red, itchy, and, in my experience, with a rash for days. Well, I’m here to tell you the merino wool available today is entirely different from that bulky sweater grandma knitted you back in the day,…
I think there are only two camps for your DIY van build and the windows. You’re either going for stealth or not stealth. What do I mean? A stealth van is one where you do not have any windows other than the front windshield and the driver/passenger side windows. This post is not for the…
Does this sound familiar? It’s been a long and stressful week; it’s cold outside, or you need time to unwind. Embarking on new snow sports or winter activities sounds like a challenging feat when you could watch “Netflix and Chill” from the cozy comfort of your couch. Ultimately, watching the weekend slip away from you…
Mt. Hood is Oregon’s tallest peak, a dormant volcano that is part of the Cascade Mountain range, which turns into a winter wonderland each year, offering a wide range of winter recreation. Is Mt. Hood worth visiting? You bet it is! The nearest ski resort is just 60 minutes from the city of Portland, making…
