Hanging with Paulie: Reviews, Rides, and Regrets… All for Your Benefit…and entertainment
The Honda Ridgeline: Great Snow Truck, Questionable Looks, and a Valvoline Oil Experiment
From brutal Montana blizzards to 170,000+ reliable miles, the Honda Ridgeline proved its worth—even if its looks take getting used to. Now, we’re putting Valvoline’s "Restore & Protect" oil to a real-world test to clear out engine sludge. Here’s our full story and honest maintenance breakdown.
How about a day trip to the SUN!
Thinking about driving Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park? From navigating narrow mountain passes and bypassing Logan Pass parking headaches to taking a hop across the Canadian border to Waterton Lakes, here is a proven strategy to make the most of this iconic drive.
The Best Free Tour in Missoula: Smoke Jumpers, Airplanes, and Spam (Not the annoying e-mail kind!)
Looking for a cheap family activity in Missoula? The Smokejumper Visitor Center offers a fascinating free tour featuring smokejumper gear, parachutes, aircraft, wildfire history, lookout cabins, and even Spam. This is worth your time!
Road Trip: Zeppelin and Hobbytown Hobby Stores
Explore my visit to HobbyTown in Sioux Falls and Zeppelin Hobbies in Bloomington. Discover RC racing, slot car clubs, knowledgeable staff, and why local hobby shops still matter.
World’s Largest Truck Stop?
A spontaneous stop at the World's Largest Truck Stop in Walcott, Iowa became one of the highlights of our family road trip. Between classic trucks, the Iowa Trucking Museum, good food, and an unforgettable conversation with a motorcyclist riding Route 66, this roadside attraction proved that the best travel memories are often unplanned.
Next Stop: Columbus Zoo
After an eight-hour drive across Pennsylvania and into Ohio, our family finally made it to the Columbus Zoo. It is a destination inspired by a favorite animal vet show and plenty of family votes. From lions and cheetahs to kangaroos and hyenas, we explored some incredible exhibits, enjoyed a relaxing lunch, and made memories that will last for years. If you're planning a road trip through Ohio, here's why the Columbus Zoo deserves a spot on your itinerary.
The Intrepid Museum
The USS Intrepid survived torpedoes, kamikaze attacks, and decades of military service before becoming one of New York City's most fascinating museums. Join our family as we explore the famous aircraft carrier, tour a Cold War submarine, navigate NYC by ferry, and discover whether the Intrepid Museum is worth adding to your vacation itinerary.