Fri., June 5, 2020
Talking trailers: Why some say they’re easier to operate
Don’t tell our trusty Thor Gemini, but we have a secret RV crush — on small trailers.
Going Mobile
FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2020
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020
Wed., June 3, 2020
One year ago: Camping at The Gorge
Wishing we could turn back the clock. Just for a minute.
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2020
Mon., June 1, 2020
Peace Vans wants to save your summer
The Seattle rental company has a new campaign to get you outdoors in the PNW.
FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2020
Fri., May 29, 2020
Vintage trailer supplier puts fun in Funky
Can you picture Brad Pitt living in a travel trailer?
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2020
Wed., May 27, 2020
After two years, we're loving the RV life
We started this column in 2018, and yes, it has been a fun ride.
MONDAY, MAY 25, 2020
Mon., May 25, 2020
As coronavirus-era activities go, camping is about the safest
As long as you stay away from other campers, it's low risk.
FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2020
Fri., May 22, 2020
Good times often call for great grilling
Memorial Day Weekend may be the official start of summer grilling season, but for us cooking outdoors is a year-round endeavor.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2020
Wed., May 20, 2020
Rent an RV, reward a health care hero
If you book a trip through Outdoorsy, the company will donate one to a health care worker.
MONDAY, MAY 18, 2020
Mon., May 18, 2020
Look ahead and plan a North Cascades road trip
Good news, RVers. The North Cascades Highway, State Route 20, opened last week to travel.
FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2020
Fri., May 15, 2020
RV industry targets the positives of re-opening
It’s a brave new world in the RV industry -- one that is adjusting rapidly to the coronavirus pandemic.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2020
Wed., May 13, 2020
Social distancing in an RV
The RV industry sees an obvious advantage for travel during a pandemic.
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2020
Mon., May 11, 2020
Lake Pleasant RV Park is aptly named
We recently stopped to check out this spot near Seattle and we were impressed.
FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2020
Fri., May 8, 2020
Remembering the roads not yet taken
The roads not taken are sometimes the roads we long to travel the most.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2020
Wed., May 6, 2020
Photos: Our 'greatest hits' trip
This was the trip we had planned for our return to the Northwest.
MONDAY, MAY 4, 2020
Mon., May 4, 2020
Here's why The New York Times gets it wrong
A recent article about RV'ing during the pandemic really got us stirred up.
FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2020
Fri., May 1, 2020
Heading home after so long away from the NW
When we hit the road last fall for Our Grand Tour 2.0, we had a pretty itinerary with one clear goal: Spend less time behind the wheel, more time hanging out.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2020
Wed., April 29, 2020
Parks reopen in May - may we suggest ...
Steamboat Rock State Park on Banks Lake in Central Washington has excellent fishing and hiking.
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2020
Mon., April 27, 2020
We're home in the PNW - and wondering what's next
Our condo is nice, but we're wondering if the RV is our real home.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2020
Fri., April 24, 2020
The journey is fun but the people make it special
Good neighbors are an incredibly rewarding part of the RV lifestyle, but the criteria for what makes a good neighbor means different things to different people.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2020
Wed., April 22, 2020
Connecting through the virtual table
A Facebook group has been a huge comfort during these turbulent times.
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2020
Mon., April 20, 2020
Photos: We're missing these national parks
Yosemite, Redwood and Grand Canyon all bring back fond memories from our travels this year.
FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2020
Fri., April 17, 2020
Recalling special Washington parks while awaiting their re-opening
We have many favorite spots in the Evergreen State for RV travel.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2020
Wed., April 15, 2020
You gotta love new hiking boots
After thousands of miles on the the trail, my old boots finally disintegrated. Thanks to REI, a new pair arrived, keeping me outdoors.
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2020
Mon., April 13, 2020
An appreciation: Spring flowers in the desert are extra beautiful
On recent hikes, we've noticed these brilliant splashes of color against the red rocks.
FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2020
Fri., April 10, 2020
RVers face challenges of closed campgrounds, services
“Stay home, save lives” is the mantra often seen on social media during this global COVID-19 pandemic.
Enjoy the ongoing adventures of Leslie Kelly and John Nelson as they experience all the cool things the West has to offer, from wineries to restaurants. In the process they’ll try out different vehicles and give you fun tips to plan your own cool travel journeys.