ALL Epic Trip Posts

Day #1 of Our Epic Trip
Jackson Center, OH
We started living full-time in our camper to travel the US. Follow along as we learn and explore.
(Nov 2023)

Day #3 of Our Epic Trip
Jellico, TN – Knoxville, TN
What a beautiful day to be in Tennessee! We were told to “get a room” for our public display of affection! Haha!
(Nov 2023)

Day #5 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
It’s official! We are Tennesseans! We have drivers licenses in hand and we were invited to join the Dunlap Friends of the Library.
(Nov 2023)

Days #8-9 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We got some work done and ended the day with beautiful views of the valley.
(Nov 2023)

Day #11 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We explored more areas of our property and a new friend helped to clear some brush with his week whacker.
(Nov 2023)

Day #13 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We had fun at a local brewery and learned more about Dunlap.
(Nov 2023)

Day #16 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We think there might be a grave on our property.
(Nov 2023)

Day #18 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We enjoyed a lazy day and learned more info about our new hometown.
(Nov 2023)

Day #20 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We are shocked to learn we have a connection to a murderer!
(Nov 2023)

Day #22 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
It’s Thanksgiving and we spent it with a new friend.
(Nov 2023)

Day #24 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We had a lazy day but guess how many pounds of chickpeas we bought?
(Nov 2023)

Day #26 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
Daniel took his lifestyle medicine board certification test.
(Nov 2023)

Day #28 of Our Epic Trip
Dunlap, TN
We got schooled in disc golf.
(Nov 2023)

Days #30-31 of Our Epic Trip
Kennesaw, GA – Unadilla, GA
We hit the the road and landed in Georgia! Plus, guess how many pounds of chili powder we bought?
(Dec 2023)

Day #33 of Our Epic Trip
Unadilla, GA – Andersonville, GA – Lumpkin, GA – Richland, GA
We had the best day exploring western Georgia including visiting the National POW Museum and a rum distillery.
(Dec 2023)

Day #35 of Our Epic Trip
Plains, GA – Americus, GA
We explored the hometown of Jimmy Carter and the town of Americus.
(Dec 2023)

Day #37 of Our Epic Trip
Vienna, GA
What a fantastic afternoon spent at the Cotton Museum where we met the most lovely woman.
(Dec 2023)

Day #39 of Our Epic Trip
Unadilla, GA
Our experience with a religious service.
(Dec 2023)

Day #43 of Our Epic Trip
Savannah, GA
We spent the day in Savannah visiting the American Prohibition Museum and a great vegan restaurant.
(Dec 2023)

Day #46 of Our Epic Trip
White Springs, FL
We explored White Springs which is a sleep little town with a lot of history.
(Dec 2023)

Days #48-49 of Our Epic Trip
Orlando, FL
The boys got to spend the night with Uncle Mike and Aunt Diane while we went to Universal Studios for the Harry Potter experience.
(Dec 2023)

Days #52-53 of Our Epic Trip
Wildwood, FL – The Villages, FL
We had Christmas Eve dinner with family and welcomed some noisy visitors.
(Dec 2023)

Day #56-57 of Our Epic Trip
Wildwood, FL – Merritt Island, FL
We watched a SpaceX launch and did a lot of cooking.
(Dec 2023)

Days #60-61 of Our Epic Trip
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Happy New Year! We started the new year in the best way. Plus, we’re on the move again.
(Dec 2023-Jan 2024)

Days #64-65 of Our Epic Trip
Panama City Beach, FL – Robertsdale, AL
We had another beautiful day in Florida before heading to Alabama. Plus, my thoughts on cleaning.
(Jan 2024)

Days #69-70 of Our Epic Trip
Robertsdale, AL – Fairhope, AL – Mobile, AL
We visited a popular potter’s shop, Tolstoy Park, and Fairhope. Plus, we finally found a Costco nearby.
(Jan 2024)

Days #73-74 of Our Epic Trip
Pass Christian, MS – Long Beach, MS – Biloxi, MS – Gulfport, MS
We met some permanent residents of the campground and joined in their jam session. We also explored the surrounding area including a spot for everlasting friendships.
(Jan 2024)

Days #77-78 of Our Epic Trip
Pass Christian, MS
We rode an Aqua Cycle looking for alligators and went to the library.
(Jan 2024)

Days #81-82 of Our Epic Trip
New Orleans, LA
We explored the French Quarter. We shopped, walked the boys, and learned some history.
(Jan 2024)

Days #85-91 of Our Epic Trip
Lake Conroe, TX
We traveled to Texas and enjoyed relaxing in the nice weather.
(Jan 2024)

Days #95-98 of Our Epic Trip
Houston, TX – New Waverly, TX
We relaxed and explored Houston. We toured a cistern (totally worth it!) and met a friend for coffee.
(Feb 2024)

Days #102-104 of Our Epic Trip
Needville, TX – Galveston, TX
More fun in Texas! We hiked around alligators and went to Galveston and the beach.
(Feb 2024)

Days #110-113 of Our Epic Trip
Harlingen, TX – Brownsville, TX
Line dancing, hot tubbing, SpaceX and more!
(Feb 2024)

Days #118-120 of Our Epic Trip
Harlingen, TX
We gave WFPB presentations at the campground, tried to help some stray cats, and danced our hearts out! We love Texas!
(Feb 2024)

Days #124-126 of Our Epic Trip
Corpus Christi, TX – Port Aransas, TX
We went to a bird preserve and explored Corpus Christi. We had drinks in honor of Daniel’s brother.
(Mar 2024)

Days #130-132 of Our Epic Trip
Calliham, TX
We stayed at a state campground and really enjoyed the park. Do you know what a Javelina is?
(Mar 2024)

Days #136-138 of Our Epic Trip
Lakehills, TX – Gruene, TX
What a fun couple of days! We explored Gruene, danced at an 1878 dance hall, walked in a lake, and bird watched.
(Mar 2024)

Days #142-144 of Our Epic Trip
Lakehills, TX – San Antonio, TX – Boerne, TX
More delivery issues of our packages, another trip to San Antonio, and exploration of a small town.
(Mar 2024)

Days #150-151 of Our Epic Trip
Fredericksburg, TX – Burnet, TX – Llano, TX – Austin, TX
We looked for bats and famous wildflowers. We also explored Austin.
(Mar 2024)

Days #155-158 of Our Epic Trip
Houston, TX – Blanco, TX – Canyon Lake, TX
Daniel gave a presentation to medical students and got great reviews, Peter fell in the river, and Marcel puked on the bed.
(Apr 2024)

Days #162-164 of Our Epic Trip
Glen Rose, TX – Gordonville, TX
What’s the connection between moonshine, dinosaurs, and a World’s Fair? Find out in this installment of Our Epic Trip.
(Apr 2024)

Days #169-173 of Our Epic Trip
Gordonville, TX – Dallas/Fort Worth, TX – Grapevine, TX
Find out about painted rocks, water gardens, healthy chocolate pudding, and horsey town gossips.
(Apr 2024)

Days #180-181 of Our Epic Trip
Amarillo, TX – Canyon, TX – Norman, OK
We visit Amarillo and all that it has to offer. We also go the nation’s 2nd biggest canyon.
(Apr 2024)

Days #187-191 of Our Epic Trip
Hutchinson, KS – Wichita, KS
We explored a salt mine and Wichita.
(May 2024)

Days #196-198 of Our Epic Trip
Wilson, KS – Lucas, KS – Cawker City, KS
We visit more World’s Largest things (Kansas is full of them!), go to a small artsy town, and continue to really enjoy Kansas.
(May 2024)

Days #205-209 of Our Epic Trip
Seibert, CO – Burlington, CO – Calhan, CO –
Colorado Springs, CO
Aprons and cooking, storm clouds, and the Garden of the Gods.
(May 2024)

Days #216-219 of Our Epic Trip
Manitou Springs, CO – Central City, CO – Black Hawk, CO – Red Cliff, CO – Golden, CO
Old arcade games, old mining towns, and a tribute trip for Daniel’s brother.
(Jun 2024)

Days #224-229 of Our Epic Trip
Coalville, UT – Echo, UT – Salt Lake City, UT
A Father’s Day walk, a vet appointment, and the Great Salt Lake.
(Jun 2024)

Days #235-238 of Our Epic Trip
Bruneau, ID – Grand View, ID – Boise, ID
A potato shaped hotel, canyons and oolite, and our favorite steamer basket.
(Jun 2024)

Days #242-246 of Our Epic Trip
Fall City, WA – Bow, WA
Fireworks on our anniversary, lemony apples, and a waterfall providing hydroelectric power.
(Jun-Jul 2024)

Day #251-254 of Our Epic Trip
Bow, WA – San Juan Island, WA – Mount Vernon, WA
We took the ferry to San Juan Island, learned about the war with Canada started by a pig, and saw a duck in a stroller.
(Jul 2024)

Days #258-262 of Our Epic Trip
Sequim, WA – Coupeville, WA – Port Townsend, WA
We marveled at a giant slug, went to a lavender festival, and enjoyed the locals of Port Townsend.
(Jul 2024)

Days #268-270 of Our Epic Trip
Neah Bay, WA – Port Angeles, WA
We got a police escort, played hard on a beach, and finally found a place to take the boys for a walk near the campground.
(Jul 2024)

Days #274-279 of Our Epic Trip
Elma, WA – Aberdeen, WA – Hoquiam, WA – Olympia, WA
Daniel helped fellow campers, we explored Olympia, and hunted for elaborate tree houses.
(Aug 2024)

Days #286-290 of Our Epic Trip
Seaview, WA – Astoria, OR – Oysterville, WA – Long Beach, WA
We saw a tattooed scooter gang, went to the historic town of Oysterville, and found a great boondocking spot.
(Aug 2024)

Days #297-304 of Our Epic Trip
Seaside, OR – Cannon Beach, OR – Arch Cape, OR – Oceanside, OR – Portland, OR – Washougal, OR – Florence, OR
We had hot tub coffee chats, saw the famous Haystack Rock, went in seaside caves, and explored Portland.
(Aug 2024)

Days #311-316 of Our Epic Trip
Florence, OR – Gold Beach, OR – Klamath, CA –
Crescent City, CA
We took early morning walks on the beach, visited an animal rescue, and escaped a possible serial killer.
(Sept 2024)

Days #324-330 of Our Epic Trip
Ukiah, CA – Geyserville, CA – Healdsburg, CA –
Upper Lake, CA
We went to a Buddhist Temple, found some cool things at a flea market, and one of us ended up in the hospital.
(Sept 2024)

Days #335-341 of Our Epic Trip
Winters, CA – Vacaville, CA – Mill Valley, CA – Minden, NV – Carson City, NV – Lake Tahoe, NV
We watched racing outhouses, learned the badass history of Muir Woods, and watched the sun set over Lake Tahoe.
(Oct 2024)

Days #349-355 of Our Epic Trip
Greenwood, CA – Placerville, CA – Auburn, CA
We hung out in Hangtown, had a great vegan dinner at my sister’s friend’s house, and did multiple activities with our niece.
(Oct 2024)

Days #363-365 of Our Epic Trip
Sacramento, CA – Georgetown, CA
We spent Halloween in a small but very active town and took and underground tour in Old Sacramento where we learned about old laws for women.
(Oct 2024)

Days #373-379 of Our Epic Trip
Georgetown, CA – Pacifica, CA – San Francisco, CA
I made an Oops Loaf, we found giant rosemary bushes, and we found some neat things in San Francisco.
(Nov 2024)

Days #387-393 of Our Epic Trip
Big Sur, CA – Capitola, CA – GIlroy, CA – Pacific Grove, CA – Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA – Morgan Hill, CA
We explored Big Sur, found a colorful tribute of a husband’s love for his wife, visited the charming town Carmel-by-the-Sea, and had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner.
(Nov 2024)

Days #396-402 of Our Epic Trip
Morrow Bay, CA – San Simeon, CA – Oceano, CA –
Los Osos, CA – Pismo Beach, CA
We explored sand dunes, marveled at elephant seals, and experienced another injury in our family.
(Dec 2024)

Days #410-416 of Our Epic Trip
Acton, CA – Palmdale, CA – San Marnio, CA –
Los Angles, CA – Altadena, CA
We saw old and new friends, toured the grounds of The Huntington in San Marino, ate great vegan food, and hiked a trail which goes from Mexico to Canada.
(Dec 2024)

Days #424-426 of Our Epic Trip
Acton, CA
Ever wonder what the inside of our camper looks like? Find out in this installment of Our Epic Trip!
(Jan 2025)

Days #434-440 of Our Epic Trip
Winterhaven CA – Quartzsite, AZ – Felicity, CA
We checked out a wood plank road on sand dunes, got pulled over by border patrol, and enjoyed the company of friends.
(Jan 2025)

Days #448-451 of Our Epic Trip
Quartzsite, AZ
We had more great experiences with the vegan meet-up and boondocking in Quartzsite. We also went digging for crystals.
(Jan 2025)

Days #458-462 of Our Epic Trip
Palm Desert, CA – Desert Hot Springs, CA – Palm Springs, CA – La Quinta, CA – Bombay Beach, CA –
Slab City, CA
We explored Joshua Tree National Park, Slab City, and Palm Springs. We also spent more quality time with our Friend Family.
(Feb 2025)

Days #470-476 of Our Epic Trip
Mesa, AZ – Phoenix, AZ – Scottsdale, AZ – Goldfield, AZ
We hung out in Mesa, marveled at the beauty of Tonto National Forest, and relived an important part of my childhood.
(Feb 2025)

Days #485-491 of Our Epic Trip
Ajo, AZ
We love Ajo! We boondocked for a week in the desert and thoroughly enjoyed this area. We drove on the Devil’s Highway, got stuck in the middle of a border patrol chase, and went to a vegan potluck.
(Mar 2025)

Days #499-505 of Our Epic Trip
Deming, NM – Silver City, NM
We survived a dust storm, learned about New Mexico volcanoes, and loved the Gila National Forest.
(Mar 2025)

Days #513-515 of Our Epic Trip
Santa Fe, NM – Taos, NM – Gallup, NM
We toured an Earthship, experienced an optical illusion, and learned about stray dogs on Indian Reservations.
(Mar 2025)

Days #523-529 of Our Epic Trip
Flagstaff, AZ – Jerome, AZ – Sedona, AZ – Arcosanti, AZ
We visit an experimental community, a “wicked city”, and multiple national parks.
(Apr 2025)

Days #534-540 of Our Epic Trip
Page, AZ – Kanab, UT – Bryce Canyon City, UT –
Tropic, UT
We visited an awesome animal sanctuary, marveled at beautiful hoodoos, and had $5 vegan meals.
(Apr 2025)

Days #546-550 of Our Epic Trip
Moab, UT – La Verkin, UT
We enjoyed a rainy Zion National Park, lots of desert flowers, and a tunnel with big windows.
(May 2025)

Days #557-560 of Our Epic Trip
Las Vegas, NV – Boulder City, NV
We tour small homes, urinate on the Berlin Wall, and see a giant nugget of gold.
(May 2025)

Days #568-574 of Our Epic Trip
Groveland, CA
We caught up on some relaxing (traveling full-time is hard work 😆) and had some more fun in Yosemite National Park.
(May 2025)

Days #577-583 of Our Epic Trip
Groveland, CA – South Lake Tahoe, CA
We explored more areas of Yosemite National Park, watched crazy rock climbers, and found a cool parasitic flower.
(June 2025)

Days #591-593 of Our Epic Trip
South Lake Tahoe, CA – Tulelake, CA – Klamath Falls, OR
We trekked into a lava tube cave in the desert where there is a continuously frozen pond, enjoyed beautiful views of Mt. Hood, and ate good vegan food.
(June 2025)

Days #601-606 of Our Epic Trip
Welches, OR – Bend, OR – Troutdale, OR
We explored an old poor house converted into awesomeness, hung out with a friend, and celebrated Daniel’s profile being published in PCRM’s Good Medicine.
(June 2025)

Days #613-619 of Our Epic Trip
Crescent Bar, WA – Quincy, WA – Coulee City, WA
We saw the aftereffects of the Ice Age Mega Floods and enjoyed the beauty of the Columbia River.
(July 2025)