Author: Ladona Stork

Author

Ladona Stork

The Authors: Hey, we are Ladona and Brad, avid campers and hikers. We are crazy about getting outdoors at every possible moment and have decades of experience exploring nature. Our current goal is to visit all 63 US National Parks and just completed #45. WooHoo! Our mission is to help you plan your own adventures and create memories beyond your imagination!

man with hiking flashlight walking through a grove of trees

Hiking Gear

Best Flashlights for Hiking and Backpacking: Don’t be Left in the Dark!

by Ladona Stork November 20, 2023

You might think that all flashlights are the same. While it’s true they do perform similar functions. There are significant differences between the flashlight... Read more.

giant redwood with man standing in front on a platform. The perfect start to a redwoods national park itinerary

Redwood National Park

Explore the Giants: The Perfect Redwood National Park Itinerary

by Ladona Stork November 16, 2023

Nestled in Northern California, Redwood National Park beckons with its towering giants among the ancient forests. With this Redwood National Park Itinerary we are... Read more.

Camping Gear

Best Camping Gifts for Kids: 40 Super Fun Ideas!

by Ladona Stork November 9, 2023

If you want to encourage your kid’s love of camping, finding the best camping gifts for kids could be the answer to all of your gift-buying troubles. Finding... Read more.

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Best of National Parks

Off the Beaten Path: 19 California National Parks You’ve Missed

by Ladona Stork November 1, 2023

When someone mentions California National Parks, you probably envision the immense granite walls of Yosemite or the towering trees of Redwood National Park. Did... Read more.

Guide Along App Review screen shot of Joshua Tree with map in background

Resources

GuideAlong App Review: Is it Worth Your Time and Money?

by Ladona Stork October 11, 2023

On our recent California National Parks Road Trip, we had an opportunity to test out the popular audio tour app from GuideAlong in Yosemite and in Joshua Tree National... Read more.