The Best S’mores Recipes for an RV Vacation
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by Kelsey Schlarb
2y ago
Ahhhh s’mores…. S’mores will always remind us of summer nights around the campfire.  Roasting marshmallows to deep golden perfection without lighting them on fire is an artform only perfected with years of practice. Did you know the history of this treat goes back over 90 years? It seems no campfire is complete without this sticky campfire treat. To learn more about s’mores, read on! Let’s start with the essential ingredient: marshmallows. Marshmallows were originally used for their healing properties in Ancient Egypt! Well… the sap of the Mallow Plant, anyway. (It’s more fun to think Ma ..read more
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T&T’s Most Recommended Burger Joints
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by Tracks & Trails
3y ago
The Depot Restaurant Douglas, WY Outside view of The Depot. Photo Credit: Google.com About The Depot Restaurant: located in Douglas’ historic train depot, offers great steaks, fresh burgers, sandwiches, pastas, and homemade soups. Delicious, old-fashioned desserts make a perfect ending to your meal. Must-try Burger: The Depot’s very own Train Wreck Burger. It boasts eight ounces of seasoned ground chuck, hand-shaped, char-grilled & topped any way you like! Toppings include: cheddar, American, Swiss, provolone, pepper-jack or blue cheese, bacon, mushrooms, sautéed onions, jalapenos, barbe ..read more
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Road Crew 2020: Traveling During a Pandemic
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by Tracks & Trails
3y ago
In July, we had the pleasure of embarking on a 7,000-mile RV road trip, exploring eight national parks in the North American West: Capitol Reef, Death Valley, Yosemite, Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton. T&T doesn’t just create itineraries from our home office in Grand Junction, CO; rather, our crew becomes personally acquainted with the campgrounds and hosts, RV rentals, outfitters and guides, and routes to make sure that we’re creating the best possible itineraries for our clients. Before setting off, we knew taking a journey during a global pandemic would look ..read more
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3 Reasons to Plan a National Parks Vacation a Year in Advance
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by Tracks & Trails
3y ago
If you’ve ever tried to plan a national parks vacation on your own, you’ve probably leapt over hurdles and jumped through hoops—and you might have still missed out on the campsite you wanted, or been told that guiding services were completely booked, or found yourself waiting in long lines at inopportune times to see an attraction. Organizing RV rentals, campsite bookings, activity reservations, and all that comes with a national parks road trip is a tricky process that requires savvy maneuvering. If you’re looking ahead for your 2021 summer vacation, we recommend booking a trip no later than ..read more
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How to Make the Most of Tech-Free Family RV Trips
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by Tracks & Trails
4y ago
The effects of technology and digital media on children is well-documented, and parents are keenly aware of how too much tech use can lead to developmental problems, physical inactivity (potentially leading to obesity), sleep issues… and the list goes on. Many parents jump for joy at the mention of a tech-free vacation for their kids. Their kids, however, are often less enthusiastic about replacing their iPads and handheld game systems for an outdoors-based RV vacation. How can parents entice their kids to give up the tech and actually get excited for a national parks vacation? We have a few i ..read more
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It’s Already Time to Book Your RV Vacation for 2021
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by Tracks & Trails
4y ago
It has been a tough year for most people around the globe. The impact of COVID-19 has been felt in many different ways, by the majority of the world’s population. Yet we know that soon enough, travelers everywhere will be champing at the bit for a fun, unique, and relaxing adventure. Ordinarily, we wouldn’t begin booking 2021 RV vacations until September. However, experts are predicting that RV travel will see a quick rebound and expansion once things begin to return to “normal.” RV rentals are already on the rise: Earlier this month, RVShare disclosed a staggering 650 percent increase in thei ..read more
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How to Use RVs to Enjoy Outdoor Spaces
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by Tracks & Trails
4y ago
The benefits of taking an RV trip are many: Families are able to spend quality time together; people are afforded much greater convenience and affordability in a recreational vehicle; adults and kids can camp in comfort, while still maintaining closeness to the great outdoors—truly, the reasons to travel by RV are endless. One of our favorite considerations, however, is how RV adventures can deepen families’ appreciation of nature and help them learn how to enjoy the outdoors—especially for those who live in big cities and don’t have the opportunity for outdoor recreation. Think of an RV trip ..read more
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Tips for Hiking with Kids and Teens
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by Tracks & Trails
4y ago
Hiking with young children and teenagers can be a priceless experience. The joy, wonder, and awe that the outdoors can inspire (especially for city folk) leaves kids with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of their natural world. Wondering how to make sure your kids get the most out of your family hiking experience? Below are a few tips and tricks we’ve gleaned over the years. Note: This post is geared more toward hiking with kids and teens, rather than with toddlers and babies. Get kids excited well in advance While many kids might be enthusiastic about an outdoors-focused RV t ..read more
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5 Benefits of Outdoor RV Vacations for Kids and Teens
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by Tracks & Trails
4y ago
It’s no secret that the great outdoors has a myriad of benefits for children of all ages. Generation Z (4- to 24-year-olds) spends less time outside than older generations for a number of reasons: many more hours per week of digital engagement, perceived safety issues of playing outside, an ever-increasing pressure on academic and athletic achievements—all of this and more has diminished the number of hours spent playing outside, whether it’s hiking on nearby trails or playing hide and seek with neighborhood pals. This has alarmed so many experts that journalist Richard Louv’s 2005 book “Last ..read more
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Free Entrance Days in National Parks in 2020
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by Amanda Fox
4y ago
As the National Park Service says, “National parks are America’s best idea.” And what makes visiting a national park even better? When entrance fees are waived! Every year, the National Park Service waives the entrance fee to every one of its sites (including parks, monuments, and seashores) on certain days. In 2020, those five days are: January 20 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) April 18 (Start of National Park Week) August 25 (National Park Service’s birthday) September 26 (National Public Lands Day) November 11 (Veterans Day) In honor of entrance fee–free days, we’ve rounded up our favorite t ..read more
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