Category: Travel Blog

As we write new pages in Our Next Chapter we share those experiences with ourselves and anyone else that wants to follow along. We write this primarily for our own recollection when we return to an area, but we hope anyone can gain knowledge about these great visits we have made.

Jeep - Offroading, Travel Blog

Year Eight Begins: From the Atlantic to Utah Red Rocks (Spring 2026)

Spring 2026 meant it was the beginning of our eighth year of this adventure, which brought with it the time to renew our Florida drivers licenses. While we could have done it through the mail, we took the opportunity to also change our domicile because of issues related to the Escapees RV Club. Once we got this done, we traversed almost the entire southern US border to meet up again with offroad friends in Yuma, Arizona, on the California border. We successfully overnighted our first time in the Jeep in Utah, and made our way back to Wisconsin after another annual Moab Escapees Jeepers BoF event. We put on over 5,000 miles in just the first few weeks of 2026! Continue reading Year Eight Begins: From the Atlantic to Utah Red Rocks (Spring 2026)

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Jeeping Moab: Our Pre‑Event Scouting Ahead of BOF Week

Before the Escapees Jeepers BOF event in May 2025, we explored Moab’s trails, overlooks, and hidden gems. From the La Sal Mountains to Tenmile Canyon and the new Lostworld Trail, the scenery was unforgettable. Rubi tackled climbs, ledges, and muddy stretches as we prepared for a week of adventure with fellow Jeepers. Continue reading Jeeping Moab: Our Pre‑Event Scouting Ahead of BOF Week

Jason Winget
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Penguin Rides Shotgun: BOF Adventures in the Hurricane

After Las Vegas, continued northeast up I-15 to the Hurricane and St. George area ultimately for another Escapees Jeepers BOF event. What we did not know is that we would be spending two weeks right next door to some other full-timing RV friends from Florida who have made the area their new domicile. We enjoyed the famous Sand Hollow area for the first time, with our growing group of off-roading friends. Continue reading Penguin Rides Shotgun: BOF Adventures in the Hurricane

Jason Winget
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From Repairs to Red Rock: Our Las Vegas Layover

After our unplanned extended stay in Apache Junction to button up the motorhome repairs, we finally made it northwest toward Las Vegas for just a couple of days. Our route followed U.S. Highway 93 up through Wickenburg, with most of it being four-lane divided highway. We were only here for a couple of nights, but we accomplished our lists. Continue reading From Repairs to Red Rock: Our Las Vegas Layover

Jason Winget
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When the Jeep Keeps Going but the Motorhome Says Nope

What began as a two-week off-road adventure in Apache Junction stretched into nearly three, thanks to a cracked motorhome hitch and a botched window repair. We hit the trails with the Escapees Jeepers BOF group near Cottonwood, made new friends with ice cream in the desert heat, and battled trail damage to Rubi. Back at camp, delays from an unprepared glass company and a failing hitch forced us to cancel Flagstaff plans and stay put for emergency repairs. At least Barb got to show off her expert parking skills at Golden Sun. Continue reading When the Jeep Keeps Going but the Motorhome Says Nope

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