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My vanlife budget really hit home when I decided to look back at what I was spending.  I thought I was living fairly cheaply in my van. I wasn’t paying rent, I wasn’t staying in campgrounds, and I felt like I was being careful with money. But when I finally added everything up, I realized
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My winter survival tips – van versus farmhouse. The first year in my van was a winter spent in Vancouver, British Columbia Canada. Now in my 5th year being a nomad, I find myself living in our family farmhouse in Northern Alberta. Both are home, both are meaningful, and both demand a completely different kind
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There’s something special about coming back to a place that helped shape who you are. Our family farmhouse is one of those places. It wasn’t much to look at in the beginning, but over time, it became something special a real home with a story worth telling. Family Farmhouse 1963 My family moved here in
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For the next eight months, my van will be parked, and I’ll be calling a farmhouse in Northern Alberta home. Life on the road has given me so many adventures. This winter I’ll be trading in long drives and desert sunsets for snow-covered fields, frosted trees, and the stillness of rural living. This is the
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Last winter, wandering in Arizona—and a little corner of California—did not disappoint.  I travelled in my van, chasing sunshine, warmth, and wide-open spaces. From the vast Sonoran Desert to petroglyph-filled canyons, I found beauty, community, and more than a few memorable campsites. After travelling through Texas my Arizona journey unfolded. Starting Out: Wandering in Arizona
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I experienced some new adventures during November and into early December. I had the chance to roll through every corner of Texas—from the windswept plains of the north to the peaceful Gulf Coast beaches and the rugged heart of the Hill Country. Traveling solo (well, not really—Lucky was with me every mile), I camped in
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Vanlife in New Mexico in October was everything I hoped for—big skies, quiet campgrounds, colorful leaves, and unforgettable memories. I rolled into the state mid-month, chasing great temps and peaceful places to park. Here’s a look at where I stayed, what I discovered, and why Taos ended up stealing a little piece of my heart.
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In late September, I set off on my Utah road trip, chasing historical sites, canyon views, and stunning skies. Over two weeks, I made my way from Price to Blanding, dipping into some remote BLM sites, small town Walmarts, and a couple of well-worth-it paid campgrounds. Here’s a look at the route, the stops, and
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Here’s a little recap of this year’s migration heading south.  Chasing warmth, solitude, and travelling on a few new roads along the way. As the cool September air started settling over Alberta, it was time to head south once again. The open road, wide skies, and the promise of new places ahead made it an
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