
Backpacking Gear Guide and Recommendations
Backpacking is an incredibly unique way to explore an area. There is something so enticing
Welcome! We are Sentry and Isabel Kelly! We’re a travel couple who live half of the year in South Lake Tahoe and the other half is spent traveling in our self-converted camper van! We are the ultimate budget travelers, living on the road for 4+ years with our dog, Fitz seeking adventure everywhere we land!
As well as being adventure lovers, we are also well-seasoned van builders! We have converted multiple vans for adventurers ready to join the VanLife community and we have a ton of DIY resources if you’re looking to build your own! We are excited to share our knowledge and experience on all things travel, VanLife, and of course adventure (who saw that one coming).
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Backpacking is an incredibly unique way to explore an area. There is something so enticing

Sedona is a magical little outdoorsy town located 2 hours north of Phoenix, AZ. Arizona

Most people hear Havasupai and think about the stunning blue waterfalls they’ve seen in pictures

Have you ever found yourself face-to-face with a bear? Would you know what to do

Glacier National Park is easily one of the most underrated parks in the United States.

Joshua Tree National Park is one of those Parks that everyone throws on the backburner.

Grand Teton National Park is known for its stunning, jagged mountain peaks, aqua blue alpine

Congratulations on planning your trip to Yosemite National Park! I am a firm believer that

ONE MONTH IN PATAGONIA! ARE YOU EXCITED OR WHAT?! I am so stoked (and a

Staying connected while travelling is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. From navigating new

Salome Jug is a great beginner canyoneering adventure! It is a loop trail that winds

Mt. Emerson (13,210′) is a beautiful mountain located just outside the town of Bishop, CA.

Banff National Park is Canada’s not-so-secret gem. It’s stunning mountain scenery and plethora of outdoor

Embarking on a Halong Bay Cruise is one of those bucket-list activities that you HAVE

Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of my most prominent memories to date. There is something