What to do if You Encounter a Bear on the Trail
Have you ever found yourself face-to-face with a bear? Would you know what to do
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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10 Day Utah Road Trip Travel Itinerary
Who’s ready to go on an Utah road trip!? Buckle up friends because we’re about
Three Weeks in Patagonia Travel Itinerary
Three weeks in Patagonia is a DREAM! You’ve finally taken the plunge and blocked off
How to Hike the W in Torres del Paine Self-Guided
Torres del Paine National Park is the heart and soul of Chilean Patagonia. It is
Kayaking Black Canyon, An Epic Trip Launching at Hoover Dam!
Kayaking Black Canyon is hands down one of the coolest trips we have ever done.
10 Winter Camping Tips to Keep You Warm for the Season
Winter camping sounds intimidating… It’s cold, it’s wet, and the days are significantly shorter than
How to Climb the Grand Teton in a Day
The Grand Teton (13,776’) is the crown jewel of Grand Teton National Park. I’m going to layout the strategy we used to climb the Grand Teton in a single day.
Banff on a Budget: Banff National Park Travel Guide
Banff National Park is Canada’s not-so-secret gem. It’s stunning mountain scenery and plethora of outdoor
Rim to River in One Day, Hiking to the Base of Grand Canyon
Hiking the Grand Canyon Rim to River in one day is truly an epic adventure!!
Must Have Travel Essentials for International Travel
Travel essentials is always such a fun and everchanging topic! Whether you are going backpacking
The Ha Giang Loop Ultimate Travel Guide!
The Ha Giang Loop is a motorcycle road trip that winds you through the most
13 Epic Grand Teton Activities, Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park is known for its stunning, jagged mountain peaks, aqua blue alpine
Mt. Emerson Climb Beta
Mt. Emerson (13,210′) is a beautiful mountain located just outside the town of Bishop, CA.
Glacier National Park Guide: Plan Your Trip to Glacier!
Glacier National Park is easily one of the most underrated parks in the United States.
2025 Backpacking Gear Guide and Checklist
If you’re planning a backpacking trip in 2025, having the right backpacking gear is key
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