NOMAD’S NOTEBOOK
Tales of our journey on the road where we share experiences over things, news & updates, as well as tips & tricks for more fun and adventure.
Will Georgia to get a New Heart?
Hello, fellow adventurers!
Today, Ruby and I received news regarding our Promaster's repairs. The extended warranty company, Zurich, has…
Foggy Sunrise
Good morning! While this isn’t where I spent the night, it’s certainly where I witnessed a breathtaking foggy sunrise in the Oregon Cascades. The serene beauty of the landscape was truly captivating.
Stretching Georgia's Legs
Today, I took the opportunity to stretch Georgia’s legs with a scenic drive around the county. The journey began in Klamath Falls, where I set off towards Fort Klamath, enjoying the beautiful landscapes along the way (as seen in the picture).
Rust Removal
This weekend, I dedicated some time to addressing rust issues in the cargo area of our van. Thankfully, it’s all surface rust, which is a relief. However, I’m facing a bit of a challenge with …
First Milestone
We’re thrilled to share that we’ve hit our first significant mileage milestone in Georgia—77,777 miles! This exciting moment occurred at the intersection of Campus Drive and the Crater Lake Parkway in Klamath Falls.
First Overnight Adventure
We recently embarked on our first overnight trip in the van, and it was an exciting experience! To prepare, we tossed a mattress in the back along with a few overnight essentials, ready for a little adventure.
Georgia on My Mind
After much contemplation, research, and heartfelt discussions, we are excited to announce the name we’ve chosen for our van: Georgia. At first glance, this name might seem simple, but it holds a deep significance for us. Georgia is named after my mom, and I’d like to share the story behind this choice.
Let’s Demo
As I dive into my latest build project, I wanted to share some progress on prepping the cargo area. Here’s a look at the before and after of my initial steps.
Vanlife Begins
Today has been a bittersweet day. The Suburban had begun to show its age this summer and rather than spend a ton of money to keep it going I decided to trade it off on a new project - 2015 Ram ProMaster 2500 ecoDiesel.