Camping

My dog is a physical creature

Scout has arrived at her own version of the cattle dog’s stereotypical boldness.

Oct 30 •

On off-leash forest walks and "folk nonsense"

There is magic in building a social bond with another species

Oct 9 •

Fur against skin against blankets against moonlight against sweet air

Scout’s been jumping on the bed in the middle of the night.

Sep 19 •

A forest clearing fixes everything?

No, it doesn't. But also... it does.

Aug 14 •

A love letter to Cape Breton… and doing nothing

Written on May 21st at Corney Brook Campground in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

May 28 •

The golden rule: Who’s rude, me or my neighbors?

Written on May 21st.

May 23 •

I’m sure I am a morning person in Acadia National Park

Written on May 14th.

May 16 •

Hey neighbors, what if we all played with our dogs?

First written on April 14th.

Apr 25 •

What does it mean to be “outdoorsy”?

When I first shared our van life plans, I got an anonymous message wondering why we wanted to live on the road.

Sep 30, 2023 •

Van life with Scout: July 2023 recap

A high level of what we’ve been up to in July!

Aug 3, 2023 •

Staying in campgrounds with a sensitive, “reactive” dog

We sometimes stay in traditional campgrounds while living full time in our van. They can be wonderful spots to spread out and relax!

May 20, 2023 •

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