The field journal
Stories for the road.
Practical beginnings and places worth exploring. Four testing articles to start the journal.
Beginner guides · Overlanding
What really is overlanding? ↗
A practical look at vehicle-based adventure, the planning behind it, and why a good trip starts with the route rather than a shopping list.
Beginner guides · CampingWhat is car camping? ↗
Sleeping outside gets simpler when your vehicle carries the gear. Here is what car camping includes and how to plan an approachable first night.
Beginner guides · VanlifeWhat is vanlife? ↗
Vanlife puts a small living space on wheels. Explore the freedom, everyday logistics, and practical tradeoffs before planning a build or a longer trip.
Destinations · ColoradoMedano Pass by Jeep near Great Sand Dunes ↗
A practical overview of the mountain crossing near Great Sand Dunes, from vehicle requirements and changing conditions to roadside camping.