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    Missouri’s High Point: Taum Sauk Mountain- A Surprisingly Easy Summit

    February 24, 2025 - By Jen

    Have you ever wanted to stand on the highest point in a state? Turns out, in Missouri, you don’t have to climb a mountain to do it—you can practically drive right up to the top! Taum Sauk Mountain, the highest point in Missouri at 1,772 feet, is tucked away in…

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    The Ultimate Echo Bluff State Park Camping Guide

    February 18, 2025 - By Jen

    Nestled in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks, Echo Bluff State Park is one of those places that instantly makes you want to extend your stay—and that’s exactly what we did! We spent two weeks camping here as full-time RVers, and honestly, we could’ve stayed even longer. This park has…

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    Climbing Giants: How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Elephant Rocks

    February 12, 2025 - By Jen

    If you love giant boulders, unique landscapes, and a little bit of history, then Elephant Rocks State Park needs to be on your Missouri bucket list! This place is seriously cool—massive, billion-year-old granite boulders stacked like a parade of elephants, just waiting to be climbed and explored. Whether you’re here…

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    Camping at French Creek State Park: Everything You Need to Know

    February 6, 2025 - By Jen

    Nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Pennsylvania, French Creek State Park Campground offers a peaceful retreat just an hour outside of Philadelphia—perfect for a weekend getaway or a longer stay. At 7,730 acres, it’s the largest block of contiguous forest between Washington, D.C., and New York City, making it…

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    The Ultimate Guide to Lincoln City: 15 Must-Do Activities

    February 4, 2025 - By Jen

    Nestled along the stunning Oregon Coast, Lincoln City is a charming destination known for its windswept beaches, rugged cliffs, and vibrant local culture. Whether you’re drawn to tidepool adventures, scenic hikes, or quirky roadside attractions, this coastal town has something for everyone. From exploring hidden gems to indulging in fresh…

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    One Week in Lincoln City: The Perfect Oregon Coast Getaway

    January 29, 2025 - By Jen

    We kicked off the new year with a different kind of trip—one without the RV! Since we had come home for the holidays in December, it worked out perfectly to leave our animals at home base, which is also where our pet sitter lives. A few years ago, my dad…

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    Relaxing and Exploring: Two Weeks in East Tennessee as Full-Time RVers

    January 21, 2025 - By Jen

    When we pulled into Norris Dam State Park near Knoxville, Tennessee, we were ready for two weeks of a little bit of everything—exploring, relaxing, and just living the full-time RV life. The park gave us a great spot to settle in, surrounded by East Tennessee’s beautiful hills. While we were…

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    Discovering Northern Virginia: 14 Days in the DC Metro Area

    December 19, 2024 - By Jen

    Spending two weeks in Northern Virginia while exploring the DC metro area was such a fun and busy adventure! We packed in so much during our stay—history, museums, parks, and even a few surprises along the way. It’s one of those places where there’s always something to do, and we…

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    How We Spent 10 Days in Southeastern Pennsylvania

    October 28, 2024 - By Jen

    When we planned to spend 10 days in Southeastern Pennsylvania, it wasn’t just a vacation—it was life on the road. As full-time RVers, we’re always balancing work, everyday chores, and adventures, so this trip was a mix of everything. In between Zoom meetings, laundry, and grocery hauls, we explored museums,…

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    Exploring Abandoned Illinois: 5 (Legal) Spots You Need to Visit

    September 11, 2024 - By Jen

    There’s something about abandoned places that pulls us in every time. Maybe it’s the history, the quiet, or just the sheer thrill of exploring something left behind. Over the years, we’ve tracked down some pretty cool spots in Illinois that are just waiting to be rediscovered—think old military bases, forgotten…

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We toured one of the 2025 Forest River No Boundari We toured one of the 2025 Forest River No Boundaries travel trailers at the Chicago RV Show earlier this year. We're not big fans of Forest River's construction, but I just love the design on this one!
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We dared to explore Tennessee’s most haunted aba We dared to explore Tennessee’s most haunted abandoned dam… and found whiskey at the end. 👻🥃
Just outside Chattanooga, we toured the historic (and seriously eerie) @damwhiskeyco, complete with haunted tunnels and ghost stories, then hit the distillery for a Dam good tasting.

Highlights from our visit:
🕯️ Full haunted history tour (yes, we went in the tunnels)
🏚️ Exploring 3 floors of the abandoned dam powerhouse
🥃 Whiskey tasting (so smooth!)
🐐 Pet goats + live music at the marina
📸 Epic views of Lake Nickajack

Read the full recap, tour tips, and what we really thought of the whiskey on the blog!

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When we visited Roanoke, VA last year, we looked a When we visited Roanoke, VA last year, we looked at camping at Dixie Caverns, but ended up at Explore Park in Roanoke instead. We still made it out to the caves for a tour, though! We're big cave fans, and even though this was just a simple walking tour (we like to crawl and get dirty!), it was a really great tour. The guide had so many fun stories for the different formations they've named over the years and it was a great way to spend a saturday.
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We had a zoo-per day at @zooknoxville when we visi We had a zoo-per day at @zooknoxville when we visited last fall! 🐾

Read all about it and tips for visiting at the link in our bio!
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Last year we visited Roanoke, Virginia and literal Last year we visited Roanoke, Virginia and literally everyone we met asked us if we had visited the Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain- and we did! This is the largest manmade star and was fun to see up close, plus Mill Mountain has a nature center, wildflower garden, and plenty of trails.
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