The Value that Van Life Creates
Like many families, we started our camping adventures with tent camping. This quickly progressed to buying a small pop-up tent camper that we could tow behind our truck. That worked well with younger kids to keep everyone warm at night with little setup. But soon we progressed to a Class C motorhome as the kids got older.
Must Have Tools for Van Building
With 20+ years of experience in building and carpentry, our van builder Blake has several must-have tools he recommends for your van building shop. Having these tools in your arsenal will improve both your efficiency and the professional look of your build.
Crowd-Pleasing Camping Meals
Looking for convenient and crowd-pleasing camping meals?
Cooking in a van, an RV or over a campfire requires some creativity in terms of space and ingredients. We like to pick items we can easily make ahead and reheat or that don’t require dirtying a lot of dishes. Because, who wants to spend their weekend away doing housework?
Avoid the Crowds in Magic Valley
Just under a two-hour drive from Boise, Idaho, the Magic Valley boasts hot springs, hikes and history. And the best part… no crowds! It’s the perfect getaway for an easy one night van trip from Boise, mixing a little bit of pampering with a lot of nature.
Adventures in Boise, Idaho
While many of our van adventures take us away from our home town, we also love exploring our home town. #Vanlife adventures come in all shapes and sizes. If you have young kids or don’t want to be “off the grid” all weekend, an urban adventure is just the thing. Here’s our recommendations for exploring Boise, Idaho.
SMART TRAVEL PRODUCTS: Part 3
Fun adventures and good sleep go hand in hand in my book! After a long day on the road or out playing, I'm ready for a good night's sleep. I’ve learned that it is important to invest in high-quality mattresses and nice bedding sets. I’ll do a future post on what mattress and bedding brands we like; this post will cover the personal “essentials” that help make #vanlife sleep absolutely dreamy!