Welcome! We are Michelle and Blaze.
We’re always looking for the next adventure—whether that means car camping in our 4Runner, hiking a quiet trail, tackling a new DIY project, or heading out on a road trip just to see where it takes us.
After a year of van life, our adventures look a little different these days. We have a home base again, a 4Runner built for exploring, and the freedom to hit the road whenever adventure calls.
Come along as we figure out what’s next—one road trip, trail, project, and unexpected detour at a time.
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Michigan Road Trip: 4Runner Car Camping Adventure
Follow along as Blaze and I make our way from the chaotic final days of preparing the 4Runner to car camping and exploring Michigan’s Upper Peninsula—complete with wrong turns, lessons learned, and plenty of adventure along the way.
2025 4Runner Car Camping Build Series
I bought a 6th-generation 4Runner SRD. Now, I’m building it out for short and long-term car camping. This series includes the installation of a roof rack, side steps, solar, and more.
Van Build Modifications + Upgrades
This playlist covers essential upgrades and clever modifications that enhance comfort, functionality, and livability in van life.
The Van Build Series
Join us as we tackle everything from insulation and electrical work to building custom cabinets and installing a solar power system.
Solo Female Van Life Vlogs
This is an ever-growing playlist of vlogs about the struggles and joys of living full-time on the road in my self-converted van.
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