Overlanding is a popular phrase in the adventure travel industry, and special “overlanding modifications” are marketed for trucks, vans, and camper trailers. What is overlanding, and how is it different from dry camping or boondocking? The term “overlanding” originated in the Australian outback. Before cars were invented, early overland routes connected intracontinental travel and trade. […]
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Where is Your Trip Taking You?
“We do not take a trip; a trip takes us.” Such are the words of John Steinbeck, who is memorialized as one of the most influential authors in American history and who popularized touring the country in a camper truck. Have you ever desired to hop in your truck, see where the road takes you, […]
5 Great Volcano Locations for Camping
Want to get your kids super excited about vacation this year? How about camping on a volcano? Not only are visions of erupting volcanoes exciting for kids, but people of all ages will enjoy the variety of volcanic terrains and geothermal features like geysers and hot springs. The environment around a volcano is filled with […]
Cost-Effective Ways to Customize Your Pickup Truck
Face it; your truck is a part of who you are. Sure, it’s important to have a well-maintained and performing vehicle to help you get where you need to go or assist you in accomplishing your projects. Yet, when you spend so much time in your truck, shouldn’t your truck be customized to meet your […]
Five of the Best Places to See Dinosaurs in the U.S.
Dinosaurs are certainly one of the most impressive animals to have walked our earth, and even though they have been extinct for millions of years, the desire to learn more about these creatures is alive within young kids and adults alike. Interestingly enough, there are plenty of places across the United States where visitors can […]
Will RVs be More Affordable in 2022?
What happens when a vast segment of America decides to try RV’ing at the same time production facilities suffer from a shortage of labor and scarcity of supplies? That’s precisely the situation we saw in 2020 and 2021 as a bulk of Americans took their vacations on the road to enjoy the sites and social […]
Diesel vs. Gas Trucks: Which is better?
If you’re looking for a super-duty rig, you may be weighing your options between a gasoline and diesel truck. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, so the best choice depends on your specific needs. While gasoline and diesel are similar types of fuel, there are some striking differences between how their engines work: Combustion Process. […]
Enjoy Your Military Benefits on Your Next Family Road Trip
Once you join the military, you’re part of a network of committed individuals who share your passion for protecting our country’s welfare. The days are long, the work is grueling, but the reward you feel from serving your fellow countrymen is enormous. In turn, the government and private sector pay gratitude to our active and […]
Tips for Winter Camping in Your Airstream
Some of the most beautiful views in America are snowcapped mountains under clear blue skies surrounded by evergreen trees and smooth, white valleys. In any region of the United States, there’s an abundance of camping destinations and outdoor recreational activities to turn your camping vacation into a journey through a scenic winter wonderland. If you’re […]
Round ‘em Up and Head ‘Em Out! What Does it Take to be a Cowboy?
The agricultural industry is big business in the United States, and it takes skilled cowboys to manage the herds of animals needed to keep farmers in business and food on our tables. By strict definition, a cowboy herds animals or tends to cattle on ranches in North America. Cowboys typically rely on horses to carry […]