The Ultimate RV Travel Day Checklist

Let’s be honest—RV travel days can feel a little chaotic, but they’re also part of the adventure! With so much to think about, having a solid checklist is like having a trusty co-pilot to keep you on track. Following this checklist won’t just make your travel day smoother; it could also save you hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars in potential repairs. So, grab your coffee, get your crew on board, and let’s hit the road the right way!

DEPARTURE FROM YOUR CAMPSITE

The One Thing Every Dad Needs to Do Before This Year Ends

As another year comes to a close, it’s natural to pause and reflect on the months behind us. As dads, this reflection is an opportunity to evaluate how we’ve grown, where we’ve struggled, and how we can better honor God in the year ahead.

Lamentations 3:40 says, “Let us test and examine our ways, and return to the Lord.” Reflection is not about beating ourselves up over failures but humbly examining our hearts and aligning our lives more fully with God’s will.

Merry Christmas: Celebrating the Greatest Gift of All

Merry Christmas from Our Family to Yours!

As the Christmas season fills our hearts with joy, we wanted to take a moment to wish you and your family a beautiful and blessed Christmas. This season is full of special moments—twinkling lights, delicious treats, family gatherings, and the joy of giving. But as wonderful as all these things are, we are reminded that Christmas is about so much more than what we see around us.

Christmas is about Jesus.

Over 2,000 years ago, in a hum

Homeschooling at 14,411 Feet: My Journey Through Mount Rainier National Park

Introduction

Hey there! Right now, I’m sitting in the shadow of Mount Rainier, and let me tell you—this place is something else. We caught our first glimpse of the mountain way back in Seattle, and I’m pretty sure that every person in the RV said “Wow!”. It seemed to float above the city with its snow-covered peak standing out against the skyline. “That’s where we’re headed,” my dad said, and suddenly, it felt real. Now that we’re here, I can honestly say the excitement

Homeschooling Where the Wild Things Are (Hello, North Cascades)

Introduction

The North Cascades is the kind of place that takes you by surprise. Carved summits that pierce the sky, turquoise lakes glimmer like jewels, and waterfalls seem to tumble out of nowhere. This is the kind of place that reminds you why we took this leap into life on the road—a reminder of just how big and diverse the world can be.

Life in an RV isn’t always easy. Some days feel cramped, and figuring out where to park for the night can be stressful. But then there

Big Skies and Bigger Adventures: Glacier National Park Through My Eyes

Introduction

There’s a reason Glacier National Park is called the Crown of the Continent—it feels like you’ve stepped into another world. The towering peaks, pristine lakes, and endless sky makes every landscape here feel like it belongs on a postcard.

What makes Glacier so special isn’t just its beauty, though. It’s the way it challenges you to slow down and soak it all in—whether you’re driving the breathtaking Going-to-the-Sun Road, hiking at Logan Pass, or marveling at

Yellowstone National Park Through a Homeschool Student’s Lens

INTRODUCTION 

There’s a magic to Yellowstone National Park that you just can’t capture in a picture—or a textbook, for that matter. Driving into the park for the first time, our car was buzzing with excitement, I felt like we were stepping into a different world. Geysers, steaming rivers, bison wandering like they owned the place (and, let’s be honest, they kind of do),—this was going to be one of those trips we’d never forget.

For a homeschooled student like me, Yellowston

Lessons by Jenny Lake: Homeschooling and Hiking in Grand Teton National Park

Introduction

There’s something about the jagged peaks of the Tetons that stops me in my tracks. Driving into Grand Teton National Park, these mountains rise straight out of the earth, sharp and imposing against the sky. Unlike other parks we’ve visited, where the beauty feels inviting, the Tetons have a wild, raw energy that dares us to explore.

My family buzzes with excitement—pointing out peaks, alpine meadows, and the glint of sunlight on the lakes—and I feel a mix of aw

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

A Journey of Connection and Discovery

It’s funny how something as simple as the sound of crickets at night can make you feel both completely out of place and oddly at home at the same time. We’ve been on the road for a few days now, and as much as I love the adventure, I won’t lie—I’m starting to feel a little homesick. The excitement of exploring new places is amazing, but there’s a certain comfort in familiar faces and the feeling of knowing where I am. Even though we’re

Leaving Comfort Behind: What It’s Like to Prep for a Year on the Road

The Week Before Our Trip: Excitement, Sadness, and Everything in Between

The week before our trip  has been a whirlwind of emotions. One minute, I’m staring at the map on our kitchen wall, completely mesmerized by all the places we’re planning to visit—Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, tiny coastal towns with names I can’t even pronounce. The next, I’m hit with this unexpected lump in my throat.

There are so many “lasts” to check off: one last coffee run with my friends, o

Homeschool Dads, Stay in the Fight!

In the modern landscape of education, an increasing number of families are turning to homeschooling to provide a customized, flexible, and enriched learning environment for their children. While much of the conversation around homeschooling often centers on the roles and contributions of mothers, it's crucial to shine a spotlight on the invaluable efforts of homeschool dads. To all the fathers navigating this rewarding yet challenging journey: stay in the fight, for you a