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!

Hiking Gear

Best Backpack Rain Covers: Don’t Let Your Gear Get Soaked

by Ladona Stork July 19, 2023

It’s raining cats and dogs and you just arrived at the trailhead. You don’t want to ruin all your stuff inside your pack by getting it soaking wet, so... Read more.

all the national park lists that can be downloaded

Resources

Free Printable List of National Parks in the United States

by Ladona Stork July 17, 2023

With 63 national parks scattered across the country, a new adventure is waiting for you. From the rocky shores of Acadia to the awe-inspiring depths of the Grand... Read more.

Hiking Tips

How to Waterproof a Backpack: 7 Ways to Keep Gear Dry

by Ladona Stork June 28, 2023

If you’re going hiking, biking or traveling through terrain that is wet, it’s time to learn how to waterproof a backpack. Backpacks are essential for... Read more.

Best of National Parks

Discover the Beauty of Island National Parks in America

by Ladona Stork May 31, 2023

Island national parks are a unique and special part of America’s natural beauty. These parks offer you a chance to explore some of the most remote and stunning... Read more.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Towns Near Rocky Mountain National Park: 12 Great Places to Stay and Play!

by Ladona Stork May 26, 2023

Colorado is home to one of America’s most beautiful and visited National Parks, Rocky Mountain National Park. Millions of people from all over the world come... Read more.