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The ULTIMATE GUIDE to VAN ROOF RACKS and What We Choose
We installed a DIY pre-fabricated roof rack on our Sprinter Van and learned everything possible to create this ULTIMATE GUIDE for VAN ROOF RACKS. We installed Orion Van Gear’s Stealth+ Roof Rack and would highly recommend it to anyone planning a roof rack, but before you buy, read this article to learn about the ins…
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EVERYTHING you need to know about CAMPERVAN FLARES
We installed the new (2024) Flarespace flares on our 170” Mercedes Sprinter Van as the first major project of our van build. It was a HUGE endeavor and it was the first time we cut into our van. It kicked off our entire build with a bang and was a non-stop learning train. Everything from…
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Designing our Dream Van
We bought our used 2023 Mercedes Sprinter Van and decided to make it our full-time home. In this post, we will share our steps for designing our campervan layout to fit our needs, as well as tips for making your perfect campervan layout. Every campervan layout is slightly different because everyone’s needs are slightly different.…
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A Complete Guide to Boating the St. Johns River
The St. Johns River is Florida’s largest river, with 140 nautical miles of navigable waterways. This boater’s guide to the St. John’s River in northeast Florida gives you all the information you need to have a fun, safe, and memorable trip. As locals to northeast Florida, we share tips and tricks to enjoy each location,…
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Top 10 Beautiful Chesapeake Bay Towns & Cities on the Shore
The Chesapeake Bay area is easily one of the country’s most beautiful areas to relax on the water, and with so many cute Chesapeake Bay towns, both large and small, you’ll never run out of places to explore along the water. We have spent many months living on our boat in this area and exploring…
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A Relaxing Weekend in Chesapeake City, MD
Chesapeake City is a small town with no railroad or traffic lights located on the Chesapeake & Delaware (C&D) Canal, one of the world’s busiest commercial shipping canals. This small town makes for a great day trip by car or is a wonderful stop for boats traveling the east coast or on the Great Loop.…
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A Detailed Guide to Paducah, Kentucky – Things to do, Restaurants, and more!
Paducah, Kentucky, is a gem on the Ohio River in western Kentucky. We visited Paducah and were blown away by its small-town charm, architecture, interesting attractions, and history. This guide to Paducah, Kentucky, includes detailed information on the best attractions, restaurants, where to stay, a boater’s guide, and more. Whether you’re coming by boat or…
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The Best Kayaking and Paddleboarding in the Florida Keys: Tours, Spots, and More!
The crystal clear water brimming with marine life, mangrove tunnels that transport you to another world, and easy access to the water make the Florida Keys one of the best spots for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding! Maybe you’re interested in exploring the water without getting wet and salty, which makes exploring by kayak and stand-up…
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What to Wear on a Boat
We lived aboard our boat full-time for 2.5 years and traveled America’s Great Loop, experiencing weather conditions ranging from below freezing to hot and humid 85 degrees. In this post, we share our recommendations for what to wear on a boat. We wore several key pieces constantly because they kept us warm/cool and comfortable on…
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A Detailed Guide to Boating the Dismal Swamp Canal
The Dismal Swamp Canal is the oldest operating man-made canal in the United States and connects the Chesapeake Bay with the Albemarle Sound through a 22-mile-long waterway. The Dismal Swamp Canal is one of two protected ICW routes boaters can take when transiting north or south. We cruised this waterway twice, once in the spring…
