Outdoor Fun

Running Gear & Accessories: 5 Items Under $30 To Make Your Running Better

Running can be expensive. Shoes, registration fees, headlamps, tents, fuel & hydration items, running gear & apparel – it all adds up! Here are 5 great buys

Planning A 100-Mile Race? What I Learned From My 100-Mile Holston River Endurance Challenge

I ran 100 miles in the Holston River Endurance Challenge. This 100 mile race was difficult, eye-opening, life-changing. See what I learned + My 5 best tips.

My Review Of The Midland WR-120 Weather Radio + 5 Tips For Buying Weather Radios

I’m a weather bug living in Hurricane Alley, and I recently bought a Midland WR-120 weather radio. Here’s why I think it’s one of the best weather radios.

Trail Running Gear: How To Choose Tent For Your Personal Staging Area At Timed Ultramarathons

For timed ultramarathons you’ll need a tent as a personal staging area during the race. Here’s how to pick a tent for your trail running gear & support crew.

RV Water Tank Repair: How To Replace A Leaking RV Black Or Gray Water Tank Drain Valve

Replacing the waste valve assembly is a low-cost DIY project that any RV owner can do easily. Here’s how to do it – step by step, with photos and videos.

Struck By Lightning During Pregnancy: A Survivor’s Story + Outdoor Lightning Safety Tips

One of my friends describes her scary experience of being struck by lightning during pregnancy. And I have some lightning safety tips if you’re caught outside.

How To Achieve The Runner’s High (Or Not)

You’ve heard of the runners high, but have you experienced it yourself? Is it a fact or just an urban myth? Here’s what I’ve learned about the runner’s high

2 Summer Jeep Maintenance Tips To Ensure That Your Jeep Is Ready For The Second Half Of The Season

There are only 2 items on my summer Jeep maintenance checklist – both vitally important to your rig’s wellbeing. For years of Jeeping fun, do this now!

Want To Do A 24-Hour Run? Here’s What I Learned At Rockwood… My 24-Hour Trail Ultramarathon

The 24-hour run has become popular, so I’ve decided to share my best tips and recommendations based on my own experience running 24-hour ultramarathons.

How To Wire Solar Panels For RV Boondocking In A Teardrop Trailer

Solar panels for RV trailers (like small teardrop trailers) are popular today. Here are my best tips for installing RV solar panels and wiring them correctly

How To Install RV Solar Panels On A Small Teardrop Type Trailer

When you’re boondocking, it’s much more convenient to get your power from RV solar panels, instead of running the RV generator all the time!

Storm Surge Explained: See Why This Type Of Flooding From Hurricanes & Tropical Storms Is So Dangerous + 5 Tips To Stay Safe

A storm surge is the bulge of water that rises under a hurricane or tropical storm when it makes landfall. Flooding causes the most damage. How to stay safe.

June Jeep Events & Destinations: If You’re Not Riding This Month, You’re Missing Out

Wondering where to take your Jeep this summer? Here are my favorite June Jeep events & destinations for this time of year — one in each region of the U.S.

Yes, It’s Ultrarunning But You Really Should Be Walking Some. Here’s Why You Need A Run-Walk Strategy

As an ultrarunner, once you get past the marathon and 50-mile distance, you need to add walking in your race strategy. Here’s how to run-walk effectively.

Pros & Cons Of The LevelMatePRO For RVers: It’s A Bluetooth RV Leveling System That Works With Your Smartphone Or Tablet

The LevelMatePRO is the best way I’ve found to accurately determine if your RV is level. Here’s my review of this handy Bluetooth RV leveling system.

Running Is My Religion. Why Do You Run?

I started running many years ago, and never stopped. Running is my religion. Why do you run? What are your reasons? Here’s why I run.

Want To Color Coordinate Your Motorhome With Your Toad? Here’s How To Paint RV Stripes Yourself

I added some orange RV stripes to mimic the color of my Jeep toad. Now my motorhome and my Jeep match! It was easy. Here’s how to paint stripes on your RV.

To Add On Or Not To Add On? That Is The Summertime Jeeping Question – Here Are 3 Jeep Add-Ons Worth Considering

See why these are my top 3 picks for summertime Jeep add ons: #1 Summer Jeep top, #2 Windjammer or windscreen, #3 Jeep window tinting.

Fastpacking Is A Cross Between Backpacking And Trail Running – Here’s How To Do It & Why You Should

On the one hand, every ultraruuner’s path is different. On the other hand, I have also seen a common progression that goes something like this: A runner trains and runs a half-marathon. They get a taste of long-distance running and seek the holy grail of the marathon. After running multiple marathons, they want a new […]