Finding Nomad Community in the Desert
When I wrapped up my grad school applications in mid-January (in response to which I've already received a few acceptances, as well as a couple declinations), I knew it was…
In the Land of the Utes
After 2 months at Bodhi Farm, in May I embarked on my forward journey. Planning it out while at Bodhi, I had a lovely fantasy of finally spending a week…
Two Months at Bodhi Farms, New Mexico
Well, now that I've started moving further west, I guess it's time for me to tell you about my life for 2 months at Bodhi Farms (or is it Farm?…
Life on a Farm in Central Texas
I now want to share a bit about what life was like during my WWOOFing experience in central Texas (including lots of photos!). Low Gear Farmstead (based on the farmer's…
The Beginning of My Boondocking Wander
It seems I've finally gone west enough to be able to start my outdoorsy wandering in earnest. While my camping hitherto has been entirely just staying overnight at a place…
Trying to Describe the Magic of New Orleans
I’m writing from inside the minivan on a rainy morning in Sam Houston National Forest. I arrived at this campsite last night in the dark, and between the rain this…
Report on Driving through the Gulf States
So long, Ft. Myers Beach! (Classic vanlife photo.) About a week ago, I departed my week-long dwelling in Ft. Myers Beach for several days of driving and really wonderful stops,…
A Shell of a Gulf Coast Neighborhood post-Hurricane
I've covered a lot of miles, states, and sites in the last several days, and I'll share on that shortly. But first, a short missive from the Belle Fontaine Beach…
Off the Grid in North Carolina (Part 3): Fireside chats
The evenings usually start early here, what with the sun starting to go down around 5pm. Someone will cook dinner — both A-- and R-- are wonderful cooks who excel…
Off the Grid in North Carolina (Part 2): I’m cold and dirty and couldn’t be happier
The nights here have been frigid, and the window insulation I made for my windows aren't helping much more than maybe a degree or two. Regardless, once secure under my…