Fun and FOMO at FOY
The fun never stops here at the Fountain of Youth (FOY), but FOMO hits hard as I watch the Iditarod and remember all the reasons why Alaska calls me back again.
Local Flavor
Learn what towns put out the welcome mat and for whom; from hippies to rednecks to soccer moms, see who fits in where across America.
Buy the Pie-O-Neer Cafe for Sale in New Mexico (and Live the Pie Town Dream)
The greatest pie cafe for sale in New Mexico is a quintessential American small business success story, and primed for a new pie baking pâtissier to own it.
Alaska is in the Rear View Mirror
Driving south to the Lower 48 with Alaska in the rear view mirror, I had a chance to reflect on our winter experience in the greatest place in North America.
Uncomfortable Adventures? Be Careful What You Ask For.
I wanted uncomfortable adventures to test our resiliency, and I got them. Even the most mundane task is harder when you’re dealing with extreme cold and snow.
Willowbilly Fun at the 2024 Willow Winter Carnival Games
You can’t make this stuff up. What do Alaskans do when the temperature drops to -31 Fahrenheit? They go outside to the 2024 Willow Winter Carnival, that’s what!
The Sunny Winter Solstice Spirit Shines in Willow, Alaska
The sunny winter solstice spirit of the north in Willow, Alaska can be seen even during the darkest time of the year, like during a solstice lake walk at night.
Finding My Inner Wilderness Woman
One of the best examples of the right winter attitude we’ve seen so far, is the Alaska Bachelor Society’s annual auction and Wilderness Woman Competition.
How to See the Northern Lights, Or Not
Wonder how to see the northern lights? Want to take better aurora photos? Jim shares photos from Alaska and helpful iphone tips.
Watching Alaska’s Seasonal Shift to Autumn
Watching Alaska’s seasons change from our cabin windows, this video is a reminder of what’s just ahead in a couple of weeks. Winter is so close we can feel it.
No Bad Weather, Only Bad Gear
There is no bad weather in Alaska, only bad gear. Be prepared with the best cold weather gear to enjoy the winter in comfort.
Best of Bombay Beach Biennale Leftovers
Jim shares his Best of Bombay Beach Biennale art installation remains after the dust settled from the Salton Sea celebration.
What is art? Recent Public Art Scenes from the Road
Ask ten artists what is art? You’ll likely get eleven answers. See some recent art scenes from the road for this week’s Friday Five.
Sign, Sign. Everywhere a Sign.
Everywhere a Sign! Who? MLK, menu can trust, anarchists, a jackalope and gay republicans…it must be the Friday Five!
Friday Five: Fun Fotos From Five Fridays
Photos of Five Friday nights from our RV lifestyle galleries over the past 13+ years.
Mystery of the Coachella Canal Kiva Ruins
Uncover the mystery of the small stone structure near the Salton Sea: Coachella Canal Kiva Ruins, or eccentric art endeavor?