Tips and tricks for van camping, recipes, and adventures in the Pacific Northwest.

The Bugs, Bites, and Itches of Camping: Avoid Bugs While Camping Naturally

Mosquitos, flies, ants, wasps, spiders, moths…bugs can sure be a pain when it comes to camping. Of course, being in the outdoors we are guaranteed to come across many bugs. After all, we are the ones visiting their homes! But sometimes they can get a little overwhelming, especially when they come to bite us or are …

Camping in the Rain: How to Stay Dry and Have a Good Time

If you’re anything like me, my eyes are glued to the weather app in the coming weeks before a camping trip. Every day I hope that the little storm cloud will change into a happy sun and boast good weather. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. However, I never let a case of bad weather …

The Ultimate Campfire Cooking Guide

Is it just me or does food taste 10x better while camping? I don’t know if it is because we are exhausted and hungry from outdoor activities or because we appreciate the extra effort that it takes to make a meal. When it comes to camp food, campfire cooking holds a special place in my …

BC Camping Guide: How to Find a Campsite With or Without a Reservation

Anyone who comes to BC knows exactly why we call it Beautiful British Columbia. Everywhere you go, there are mountains to climb and trails to explore. It is an outdoor lover’s paradise. Every year, more and more people head out camping in BC. Even as a seasoned camper myself, it can be hard to find …

How to Maintain Social Distancing While Camping

Many summer plans have drastically changed or been cancelled, with borders closed and governments urging us to stay as close to home as possible. More people are flocking outside to go on walks and to visit local parks and beaches in order to get outside and enjoy the fresh summer air. Most people will be …

The Best Camping Chairs

All of us that love to camp know that all camp chairs are not created equal.  I love camping though and I am all about finding the best camping chairs to make our trips to the great outdoors a little more comfortable. Unfortunately, I have had may camp chairs give out on me mid-trip, even …

Camping with Kids

Family camping trips produce some of the fondest childhood memories. While I wish I camped more as a child with my family, I am thrilled I can give my son plenty of camping memories to look back on. It is my hope that it instills a love for the activity that he will pass on …

The Ultimate Guide to Camping with Pets

One of the best things about camping is the flexibility it offers to bring our furry best friend with us. I hated having to leave my dog, Meatball, at home and often struggled to find an available pet sitter or a kennel I liked. Unlike flying in a plane or staying in a hotel, there …

Best Sleep Camping

Do you have trouble sleeping while camping? While some people may have some of the best sleeps of their life out in the wild, others aren’t always as lucky. Those who already find it hard to sleep at home will have an even more difficult time falling asleep while camping. However, I am a firm …

Off-Grid Camping

Say goodbye to hookups and amenities, busy campsites, and head out into the backcountry! Off-grid camping is truly a different form of camping that allows you to be fully surrounded by nature and nothing else. True camping means no cell phone service, right?  For some, the appeal is the low cost compared to other campsites. …

How to Use Solar Power for Camping

I try to approach all of my camping trips with an eco-conscious mindset. It is a time for us to connect with the outdoors and I want to ensure I show my appreciation to mother nature when I am there. There are so many ways we can make a camping trip greener.  Your “footprint” isn’t …