Creating Family Connections One RV Adventure at a Time
After we returned this past summer from our three-week summer adventure to Michigan and Wisconsin, reader Kristin T. commented on Facebook that she would love to read a blog post about prepping for longer road trips: “I’m interested in meal planning, grocery shopping, storage of food, etc.” It was a great post idea, so we were happy to oblige. 🙂 This is Part Two of a two-part series related
This year’s summer adventure was the third three-week road trip we have embarked on with our family in the last three years. Although a lot of things went exactly as expected, a few things surprised us this go around. We kind of went into the trip feeling like we were old pros who had mastered the art of longer road trips. That was probably our
Whenever we return from a long RVing adventure, it takes us a little bit to get back into the routine of life. (Please tell me it’s not just us! :)) I suppose some of the “adjustment period” stems from a sense of melancholy as we leave behind the fun and adventure and exchange it for everyday life routines. But I also know it’s more than
Families across the country are gearing up for their summer travels with plans to explore the more than 400 National Park Service sites scattered across the country. Whether walking in the footsteps of history or hiking through the majestic wilderness, our nation’s park system offers experiences of all kinds, perfect for every explorer. So far our family has had the chance to discover more than 30 NPS sites–and this
In honor of National Park Week this week, we thought it would be fun to highlight some of our favorite tips related to visiting our nation’s amazing parks. On Tuesday we shared about the one thing we think you should do at every national park. Today we’re talking about the one thing every kid must do at the national parks: If you asked our kids what their favorite
In honor of National Park Week this week, we thought it would be fun to highlight some of our favorite tips related to visiting our nation’s amazing parks. So over the next few days we will be curating our favorite content aimed at helping you plan your next great adventure. To start off, we’re talking about the one thing we think you should do at every national park: Note:
As the school year winds down and families gear up for summer, many parents or grandparents are looking for ideas to get their kids or grandkids away from screens and opting outside. In his best-selling book Last Child in the Woods, author Richard Louv coined the term “nature-deficit disorder,” a condition that is becoming more prevalent in homes as children spend less time outside and more time in front
Just after Christmas we hit the road on our epic winter adventure to Texas. We traveled more than 4,500 miles over three weeks, and along the way Pilots and Flying Js kept our GMC Savana van fueled for the adventure. We have long appreciated that along unfamiliar highways, Pilots and Flying Js are a familiar and consistent place for RVers to make a pit stop. As brand ambassadors for Pilot
Next week will mark the four-year anniversary of the start of our son’s battle with epilepsy. I’m thrilled to report that today he remains in seizure-remission and his doctors are so pleased with his progress we no longer need to make neurology visits. When I recall the emotional turmoil of those many months, though, not a day goes by that I don’t breathe a prayer of
For many families making their rounds of the Utah 5 National Parks, a visit to Bryce Canyon is a highly anticipated stop. With its sweeping vistas and spectacular hikes, Bryce offers something for everyone. But with most of the camping options concentrated immediately around Bryce, families that want to escape the crowds and explore Bryce…
For many families planning a trip to the Utah region, their itineraries often center on hitting the high points of iconic stops like Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, and Arches. Several lesser-known parks are also worth the stop, though, and for families looking for ways to escape the crowds, Cedar Breaks National Monument should be on…
