The Pacific Northwest forest is full of secrets, and some of its most fascinating treasures are growing right beneath our feet. In this immersive audio story, we head into the woods with mushroom foragers and our good friends, Jeff and Laurel, to discover the wild world of mushroom hunting, edible fungi, and the incredible ecosystem hidden beneath the forest floor. Come along for an audio journey through the damp forests of the Pacific Northwest as we search for wild mushrooms, listen to the ...
Oct 26
24 min
The best RV road trips aren't always the ones everyone talks about. Sometimes, the most memorable adventures happen when you take a different highway, explore beyond the usual stops, and give yourself time to discover what lies around the next bend. In this episode of RV Out West, we're sharing seven Pacific Northwest road trips that deserve a place on your bucket list. These routes take you beyond the familiar destinations and into landscapes that might surprise you, from wide-open spaces an...
Oct 19
24 min
Discover the wild beauty of Olympic National Park as we head to Washington’s rugged Pacific coastline in Part 2 of our Olympic National Park adventure with our two dogs, Beau & Roxy. This is where towering forests meet the ocean, the shoreline tells a story of constant change, and some of the most unforgettable sights on the Olympic Peninsula are waiting to be explored. In Part 1, we explored the northern side of Olympic National Park, discovering trails, waterfalls, lakes and places to a...
Oct 13
27 min
Crystal-clear water, mountain views, Olympic marmots, waterfalls, dog-friendly trails, and an RV adventure through one of Washington’s most spectacular national parks. This summer, we packed up the RV, brought the dogs along, and explored the northern side of Olympic National Park and the Olympic Peninsula. Part 1 of this two-part mini series takes you along for the first half of our adventure, combining our real-world RV travel experience with practical tips for planning your own Olympic Nat...
Oct 5
38 min
Public lands belong to all of us. This episode takes a deeper look at why they matter and what their future could mean for everyone who enjoys the outdoors. National Public Lands Day was just this past Saturday, September 26, a day dedicated to celebrating and caring for the parks, forests, trails, rivers, mountains, and open spaces that connect us to the outdoors. For RVers, campers, hikers, hunters, anglers, climbers, mountain bikers, paddlers, and anyone who loves getting outside, these pl...
Sep 21
39 min
It started with $100 and an idea. Today, Gerson and Jackie are building small, retro-inspired European campers in Eugene, Oregon, using molds dating back to 1972 and sourcing parts from across Europe. The result is Clasica Campers, a company putting a fresh spin on a classic style of caravan and creating some seriously cool options for RVers who want to go small. We sit down with the husband-and-wife team behind Clasica Campers to hear the story of how it all began. They share how a small inv...
Sep 14
57 min
What if you could park your RV, grab your golf clubs, and spend the day playing a beautiful golf course without ever leaving the campground? That’s exactly what we discovered at Bar Run Golf and RV Resort in Roseburg, Oregon. We’re heading to Southern Oregon for a closer look at this golf-focused RV resort and everything it has to offer. Bar Run is more than a place to park your RV. With an on-site golf course, recreational amenities, and an impressive pool complex complete with a lazy river,...
Sep 7
31 min
Brad Thompson, a full-time RVer from Oregon, joins us on the show to share his journey on the road, his favorite places to explore and camp and the RV maintenance problem that inspired his big idea. An RV includes many systems and components, each with its own maintenance schedules, manuals, warranties, service records and quirks. For used RV owners, tracking down that information can be especially difficult. Even new RVs often come with a mountain of paperwork that can quickly become overwhe...
Aug 31
40 min
La Conner, Washington, offers a memorable RV getaway where you can park the rig and spend a few days exploring one of the state’s most scenic corners. In this special Destination episode of RV Out West, we’re heading to La Conner, a charming Skagit Valley town that deserves a spot on your RV travel list. La Conner is more than a stop along the way. It’s a place where waterfront views, Pacific Northwest history, local food, art, and outdoor adventure come together. We’ll take you beyond the to...
Aug 24
17 min
We’re joined by author and full-time RVer Kristy Halvorsen, who made the bold decision to leave behind a more conventional way of life and make her Airstream, Coddi, her home. The name comes from “coddiwompling,” meaning to travel purposefully toward an unknown or vague destination, and it perfectly reflects a journey that has taken Kristy far beyond simply exploring North America. Her first book, Perfect Unfolding, chronicles one year of life on the road, from May to May. This is not a typic...
Aug 17
53 min
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