Month: May 2020

PACKING LIST

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PACKING LIST

We have created a free printable packing list to make your preparation for your next adventure easier.

WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR ADVENTURE

PACKING LIST GUIDE: COMPETE PACKAGE

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LET’S BREAK IT OUT & EXPLAIN

  • Below we explain the Packing List Guide in more detail and give a few more packing tips.

The Complete guide first includes:

THE ESSENTIAL CAMPING PACKING LIST

The Essential list includes Camping Gear, Kitchen Items, Clothing, Hiking, Backpacking, Activities, Entertainment, Navigation, Tech, Hygiene, Shower Kit, Personal, and Baby/Toddler needs.

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CREATE YOUR OWN:

Maybe you already have your own but you want it to be cute, we have created a blank packing list template as well.

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CLOTHING

PLAN YOUR CLOTHES AROUND YOUR ADVENTURE.

What should I wear? I like to first ask, what am I going to be doing? Then I take that knowledge and plan my clothes around what adventure I will be doing that day.

THE OTHER BIG QUESTION: What’s the weather going to be like?

If you are using one of our Adventure Guides from our website it will already have a full year average temperature spreadsheet so you know what to expect and plan for.

If you are not using one of outs then just Google it. Just search “What is the average temperature in __________. ” Google will tell you everything you need to know.

ORGANIZE

I actually cut up pieces of paper. On each paper I write; the day, adventure TENTATIVELY planned, and weather predicted. I then pick out my full outfit for the day and place it with the label in my packing cube.

Yes, I am crazy… maybe you’re crazy too.

  • I write the day only because it helps me organize my clothes by day in my packing cube, but I really grab my clothes by adventure and weather more.
  • I capitalized tentatively because plans can and will change at some point of the journey.
  • Weather is important because mountain region weather is all over the place. It could be sunny and hot one day and raining and cold the next.
CLOTHING ITINERARY LABELS:

I have included a label sheet that you can print and cut out and place on your full outfit when packing. No more searching through bags trying to remember what you packed and trying to decide what to wear. Just search for the label with your adventure listed and you’re good to go.

  • Full outfit includes: everything; shirt, pants, socks, underwear, etc.
    • I roll my underwear in my pants
    • Roll my shirt with my socks
    • Place them in a tight row in my packing cube.
    • Place the label on top.

If you don’t have a printer then do what I used to do. Rip up a piece of paper you find on your floor or grab a sticky note pad. Whatever works all you need is scrap paper and a pen.

If you do have a printer feel free to print these labels I have listed below.

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HAVE FUN!

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We hope these guides help take the stress out of packing for your next adventure. However, remember it’s always worth it, once you arrive.

If you have any additional questions Reach Out to us and we will be more than happy to help you further.

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TRAVELING OVERLAND

Keri Lostetter Learn
TRAVELING OVERLAND

We’re free to spend all our time together. We’re free to travel the world.

Where did this idea even come from?

Ever wonder… What if we went on an adventure and didn’t come home? What if we just kept exploring, and left all our responsibilities behind…. What would that feel like?

WHAT LIT THE FIRE?

We planned (for about a year) a big 10 day trip to Canada. It’s what we talked about and dreamed about for so long. The trip was better than we ever imagined! It wasn’t even Canada… It was being outdoors, disconnected, with each other for 10 days straight with out any calls from work or ANYONE. We were together. Just us. On the road. No worries.

There was only 1 problem…. Coming home. NO ONE wanted that feeling and experience to end.

That trip changed us. It lit a fire inside and we couldn’t wait to plan and do it again.

Then the question came….Scott asked “What if we quit our jobs and traveled the Pan American Highway?” I couldn’t believe it… “Quit our jobs?, yeah right! You’re crazy…there’s just no way.” However, after a week I couldn’t shake the thought. “Could we?” “Gosh… what would that be like…?” The next week I told Scott “Lets do it!” and the planning began.

WHERE TO BEGIN?

How to plan a trip through 18 countries?

How much does it even cost??

Is it safe with a family?

I searched the web for everyone who had done it or were doing it and created a spreadsheet of every cost I saw or thought we would have to pay. I then eventually added in excursion prices that gave me a high and low total of what it would cost for us to live for 2 years. We had a goal. A savings goal. We’re guessing it will take about 40k to make it happen.

We eventually figured it out, and are now free.

Free to spend all our time as a family. Free to travel the world.

JOURNAL ENTRIES

Here are some Journal Entries on how we got to this point, and how we made it happen.

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VAN BUILD GUIDES

Keri Lostetter Full Time Travel, Learn
VAN BUILD GUIDES

A collection of building guides that showcase 2 of our old van builds.

Our Van Builds:

  1. RUSTY: 2008 Dodge / Mercedes Sprinter Van- 144 low roof, 2500 diesel

  2. EL GATO GORDO: 2008 Dodge / Mercedes Sprinter Van- 170 high roof, 2500 diesel

— If you would like to know more about each build click here.

We’ve included details and links on what we used for our builds, as well as listed our thoughts on why we chose and built each component the way we did.

We hope these guides help you build a camper van now or one day in the future.

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us. We would love to help you in any way we can.

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VAN PURCHASES

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OUR OLD VANS

RUSTY: 2008 Dodge / Mercedes Sprinter Van- 144 low roof, 2500 diesel

BEFORE & AFTER

EL GATO GORDO: 2008 Dodge / Mercedes Sprinter Van- 170 high roof, 2500 diesel

BEFORE & AFTER

READ MORE ABOUT THE RIG COMPARISONS

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HOMESCHOOL

Keri Lostetter Learn
HOMESCHOOL

We started this homeschool or shall we say ROADSCHOOL adventure in January of 2020.

Homeschooling was the one thing I was scared most about traveling full time. The thought gave me fear and anxiety, however it’s turned into something I love, and something that Scott and I CAN actually do.

Yes, we had our doubts and just hoped we wouldn’t ruin them, but the future is looking better each day for these 2 kiddos.

We struggle with a schedule and being consistent when adventures are all around us. The kids struggle with realize and respecting we are their teachers. However, when we do slow down and focusit’s really special and something else we’re never going to forget.

Here are a few curriculums we are using and loving.

The Good and the Beautiful

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The Cultured Kid

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Lokua Labs

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MathUSee

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GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK

Keri Lostetter Adventures, Goblin Valley State Park, Utah
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK

This is a place that you can let your imagination take off! These knobby sandstone “goblins” are as far as the eye can see! They are irresistible for kids and adults who love to climb and explore and let their imagination come to life in a place that makes you feel like you’re really on Mars.

Description

Our favorite thing about this park is that it’s free-roaming – no trails. You can go and explore and play all day. It’s huge so even though the parking lot might seem busy, once everyone gets spread out and you head out past the main area then you have the whole place to yourself. There are a lot of fun destinations for families in the world, but how often do you get to take your kids to a place that feels like another planet?

AMENITIES:

 Camping, picnic tables, primitive bathrooms, small gift shop and visitor center. Junior Ranger program.

LENGTH:

2+hours

The Valley of Goblins, the most well known attraction, spans nearly 3 square miles that can be explored at your leisure. Beyond that area the park also offers 6 miles of hiking trails as well! We haven’t explored those yet, but would love to one day.

TRAIL DETAILS:

There is a parking and picnic area above Goblin Valley with great views. Parking can fill quickly on busy weekends and school breaks, so arrive early or late in the day to avoid problems. Once you are parked, Goblin Valley is large enough to accommodate everyone.

The picnic area is a covered pavilion with tables. The only bathrooms in the day use area are nearby. Once you walk down into the valley, there will be no bathrooms or trash cans.

Walk down the short gravel path from the picnic area into the hoodoos and unleash your imagination from there!

WEATHER

As you can see, the weather is hot in the summer, and there isn’t a lot of shade unless you hide under the hoodoos. If you would like to venture farther out away from the crowds the sprint and fall is the best time to go, however, the park is open all year round.

COST

Day- use Fees: $15 per vehicle (up to 8 people) Check the official website for updated fee information.

LOCATION

Goblin Valley State Park is located on Highway 24 in southeastern Utah, not too far from Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef National Parks.

DIRECTIONS

  • 24 miles south of I-70 on Highway 24, turn at Temple Mountain junction, follow signs 12 miles to park.
  • 20 miles north of the town of Hanksville on Highway 24, turn at Temple Mountain junction, follow signs 12 miles to park.

GPS COORDINATES

38.5737° N, 110.7071° W

WHAT WE NEEDED

Pack plenty of drinking water, snacks, and a picnic. Check the forecast and dress for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes with some traction. Don’t forget the sunscreen!

GOBLIN VALLEY GALLERY

GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
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GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK - UTAH

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JASPER, AB

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NARIN FALLS

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WHISTLER GREEN LAKE

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CHESTERMAN BEACH

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Coming soon…ish – We’re gathering our thoughts, notes, and videos so we can create a guide that gives you information on things we did or wished we would have done.

THE GUIDE WILL INCLUDE:

  • ADVENTURES
    • HIKES
    • EXCURSIONS
    • SCENIC DRIVES
    • VIEW POINTS
    • NATURE WALKS
    • ETC.
  • CAMPING
    • CAMPGROUNDS
    • WILD (Free BLM Land)
  • WEATHER
  • GEAR WE USED/ NEEDED
  • ANIMAL AND PLANT LIFE
  • AND MORE

However, no matter how much we wish we could do everything, it’s just not possible. Amazing places always leave you with wanting more. We will provide you with links to the destination’s main site. There you can add your own interest into your itinerary as well.

NEED HELP NOW:

If you can’t find what you are looking for or if you are are planning your adventure and need help NOW. Reach out to us. We would love to seed you some quick information off the top of our head to get you started.

Ways to reach out:

You can also check out our resource pages on planning an adventure. Especially How to Find Campgrounds Around your Destination.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In the meanwhile,  you can view any of our recent posts. Check out our learning posts that gives you tips and tricks as well as free printable packing list and meal plans. Double check your gear and view what we use on our gear and vehicle mods pages, or even just get to know us.

Thanks for being patient as we continue to build these guides of where we have been over the past 15 years and where we are now.

WHERE WE ARE NOW:

CALIFORNIA: COMING SOON

Keri Lostetter United States
CALIFORNIA: COMING SOON

Coming soon…ish – We’re gathering our thoughts, notes, and videos so we can create a guide that gives you information on things we did or wished we would have done.

THE GUIDE WILL INCLUDE:

  • ADVENTURES
    • HIKES
    • EXCURSIONS
    • SCENIC DRIVES
    • VIEW POINTS
    • NATURE WALKS
    • ETC.
  • CAMPING
    • CAMPGROUNDS
    • WILD (Free BLM Land)
  • WEATHER
  • GEAR WE USED/ NEEDED
  • ANIMAL AND PLANT LIFE
  • AND MORE

However, no matter how much we wish we could do everything, it’s just not possible. Amazing places always leave you with wanting more. We will provide you with links to the destination’s main site. There you can add your own interest into your itinerary as well.

NEED HELP NOW:

If you can’t find what you are looking for or if you are are planning your adventure and need help NOW. Reach out to us. We would love to seed you some quick information off the top of our head to get you started.

Ways to reach out:

You can also check out our resource pages on planning an adventure. Especially How to Find Campgrounds Around your Destination.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In the meanwhile,  you can view any of our recent posts. Check out our learning posts that gives you tips and tricks as well as free printable packing list and meal plans. Double check your gear and view what we use on our gear and vehicle mods pages, or even just get to know us.

Thanks for being patient as we continue to build these guides of where we have been over the past 15 years and where we are now.

WHERE WE ARE NOW:

WASHINGTON: COMING SOON

Keri Lostetter United States
WASHINGTON: COMING SOON

Coming soon…ish – We’re gathering our thoughts, notes, and videos so we can create a guide that gives you information on things we did or wished we would have done.

THE GUIDE WILL INCLUDE:

  • ADVENTURES
    • HIKES
    • EXCURSIONS
    • SCENIC DRIVES
    • VIEW POINTS
    • NATURE WALKS
    • ETC.
  • CAMPING
    • CAMPGROUNDS
    • WILD (Free BLM Land)
  • WEATHER
  • GEAR WE USED/ NEEDED
  • ANIMAL AND PLANT LIFE
  • AND MORE

However, no matter how much we wish we could do everything, it’s just not possible. Amazing places always leave you with wanting more. We will provide you with links to the destination’s main site. There you can add your own interest into your itinerary as well.

NEED HELP NOW:

If you can’t find what you are looking for or if you are are planning your adventure and need help NOW. Reach out to us. We would love to seed you some quick information off the top of our head to get you started.

Ways to reach out:

You can also check out our resource pages on planning an adventure. Especially How to Find Campgrounds Around your Destination.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In the meanwhile,  you can view any of our recent posts. Check out our learning posts that gives you tips and tricks as well as free printable packing list and meal plans. Double check your gear and view what we use on our gear and vehicle mods pages, or even just get to know us.

Thanks for being patient as we continue to build these guides of where we have been over the past 15 years and where we are now.

WHERE WE ARE NOW:

HAWAII: COMING SOON

Keri Lostetter United States
HAWAII: COMING SOON
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Coming soon…ish – We’re gathering our thoughts, notes, and videos so we can create a guide that gives you information on things we did or wished we would have done.

THE GUIDE WILL INCLUDE:

  • ADVENTURES
    • HIKES
    • EXCURSIONS
    • SCENIC DRIVES
    • VIEW POINTS
    • NATURE WALKS
    • ETC.
  • CAMPING
    • CAMPGROUNDS
    • WILD (Free BLM Land)
  • WEATHER
  • GEAR WE USED/ NEEDED
  • ANIMAL AND PLANT LIFE
  • AND MORE

However, no matter how much we wish we could do everything, it’s just not possible. Amazing places always leave you with wanting more. We will provide you with links to the destination’s main site. There you can add your own interest into your itinerary as well.

NEED HELP NOW:

If you can’t find what you are looking for or if you are are planning your adventure and need help NOW. Reach out to us. We would love to seed you some quick information off the top of our head to get you started.

Ways to reach out:

You can also check out our resource pages on planning an adventure. Especially How to Find Campgrounds Around your Destination.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In the meanwhile,  you can view any of our recent posts. Check out our learning posts that gives you tips and tricks as well as free printable packing list and meal plans. Double check your gear and view what we use on our gear and vehicle mods pages, or even just get to know us.

Thanks for being patient as we continue to build these guides of where we have been over the past 15 years and where we are now.

WHERE WE ARE NOW: