Category: Blogs
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Personal Protection Tools and Tips When Camping
As a camper, retired Soldier and former Concealed Carry Permit Instructor and NRA Instructor, I thought it would be helpful to provide some protection basics when it comes to the unique circumstances while camping. Whether you are staying in a populated campground or a remote location boondocking alone, there are unique challenges to staying safe […]
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Page, Arizona and Antelope Canyon
This is the third blog, covering the third leg of our road trip from Kansas City to Colorado Springs and Garden of the Gods, then Canyonlands National Park and Monument Valley. This blog is exclusively focused on Page, Arizona. Our motivation to come to Page, Arizona was inspired by friends who had previously visited here, […]
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Canyonlands NP & Monument Valley
This blog covers the second leg in our roadtrip coming from Garden of the Gods and Colorado’s Gold Belt Scenic Byway. Leaving Canon City, Colorado, we headed west on Route 50, then headed northwest, merging to I-70 at Grand Junction, CO. We arrived here about 6 hours from our departure that morning. Continuing west on […]
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Road Trip to Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods, & Gold Belt Scenic Byway
One of our favorite trips was road tripping through Colorado from Kansas City. This 12-day trip took us through Colorado Springs, then up to Canyonlands National Park, Utah, then back through Arizona and New Mexico. We visited Monument Valley and Antelope Canyon, AZ then Chaco Canyon, NM on our way home. Because of this long […]
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Trailering Fundamentals 101
…and Other Trailering Basics for Beginners If you are planning to haul a trailer for the first time or know someone who is, this is for you. Towing for the first time can be an intimidating undertaking, but with proper education, training, and practice it can be safe and easy. This overview is to introduce […]
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Road Trip to Cape Hatteras and Ocracoke Island
As we finalized our packing and preparation, I loaded my Yakima Easy Rider trailer in my “cargo without kayak” configuration. The empty space afforded by leaving the kayak home provides room for three more items, bags, or cargo boxes. For this trip, I added one additional Plano box and a cargo bag. One Roam Adventure […]
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Teardrop Vs. Tent Trailer
A comparison in features, tradeoffs, comfort and convenience Small trailers have a lot in common, but there are pros and cons to selecting an enclosed trailer like a teardrop or choosing an adventure trailer with a roof top tent. An enclosed trailer will offer you more protection from the elements and is generally better than […]
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My 10 Favorite Camping Gadgets and Tools that I Use Every Road Trip
There are a handful of items that I use every single camping trip, and have found them to be a fantastic addition to my packed gear. I focus heavily on compact and lightweight, and things that can be used for more than one purpose. Prices range from a few bucks to just over $100. I […]
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Can I Camp with my Dog in My Tiny Trailer?
Those of us who have both camping trailers and pets will face this issue when planning a camping trip. This is a complex and often highly emotional topic. I have camped with our dogs in the past, and sometimes left them home. I’ll talk about factors to consider when making this decision. The short […]
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Who is Tent Trailer Camping 101 Written For?
I’m writing to the unique group of adventurous people, of all ages, who enjoy camping for the sake of camping, in small vehicles and trailers, immersed in the outdoor experience. People who travel to reach a destination then camp there, not at a hotel or RV park nearby. I’m also writing to those who want […]