Vanlife Log. Day 6. We have been trying to figure out how to snowboard with baby on board for over a year now. None of what we have learned is perfect, but it is possible. You can snowboard as a new parent. You can snowboard with baby on board! Here is how we ride…. 5…
Vanlife Log : Campervan Fireplace Test Run
Vanlife Log. Day 5. It is 6 degrees in the morning hours of Copper Mountain. That seems like a good time to test out our new camper van fireplace. We worked on installing the Dickinson Marine Newport solid fuel heater, all the way until the day we embarked on this trip. The install is now…
Vanlife Log : Vanlife Staycation
Vanlife Log, day 1. The Van packed in disarray, we pulled out of our suburbian neighborhood to return to vanlife from a six month hiatus. The sun streamed down in the high 70s, as if it had no idea we are in winter. Our belongings bouncing about, we turned right, then left, and on towards…
Vanlife Log : Real Moments from the Road
Welcome to Van Life, real time. We are stoked to have you on our scenic route! On the Van Life Log, you will find fresh up-to-date, little snippets of fun, and useful information, such as……… Quick Tips & Road Tricks Wifi Stats Good Local Food & Coffee Finds Kid/ Baby Friendly Fun Dog Friendly Fun…
Sprinter Van Conversion Kitchen Floating Pantry
Grab a hold of the handle, and with a precise pull, tug (and slight jiggle) the door of the windowless cargo van slides open with a squeaking ease. Nevermind the unfinished corners or hodgepodge of baby gear, the first thing to catch your eye now, is a touch of unexpected modern and class. I present,…
DIY Van Conversion Pictures and Tutorials
The ultimate DIY project for any adventure seeker is, by far, a DIY Van Conversion. But, adventure seekers BEWARE! Converting a van yourself, is highly addictive. Especially if you are an idea maker, a dreamer, or a perfectionist. You may find there is always room for a design tweak, and new ideas for functionality…
Jalapeño Garlic Skirt Steak Stroganoff
Tender skirt steak drenched in red wine, sauteed in a sauce of fresh garlic, onions, jalapeno, and detectable baby bella mushrooms, delivers an unbelievably savory stroganoff.
Pulled Bison Brisket with Onions and Peppers
Bison (Buffalo meat), is very lean in comparison to traditional red meat. Even though it is becoming more popular and easier to find at many grocery markets, Bison is still considered wild game. Because of their size, almost all Bison are raised to roam free, and are mostly grass-fed. This makes them a great source…
Citrus Roasted Kale with Sea Salt
Salty, lemony, kale-y? Citrus Roasted Kale is all that, and more. Often referred to as the “The world’s healthiest food”, kale holds an extensive list of nutricional benefits. Some, of the many, being that kale is high in anti-oxidants, vitamin C, A, and K. Much hardier than spinach, kale holds its shape and does not…
Historical California Drive Thru Trees
In the northern part of California, there is some unique West Coast history, that has been something of an attraction since the late 1800’s. Drive Thru Trees are visited by thousands of tourists every year. People come from all over to take in a piece of history, first hand. These giant trees can hold life…