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Join Shea On The Adventure of a Lifetime!

Wandering and Exploring The Americas & Beyond!

We’ll visit big cities, check out little towns, trek through the wilderness, visit destinations you’ve never heard of, rediscover your favorite locations, and uncover a world waiting to reveal its secrets.

It’s a journey that’s more than just traveling and exploring. It’s about expanding your reality.

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Shea's Ultimate American Quest

To Experience and Share every
National Park • National Forest • National Grassland • National Monument • National Park Service Unit.

A person wearing a green cap and glasses smiles in front of a sign that reads "Entering El Malpais National Monument. No Hunting or Collecting." The background features a dry, grassy landscape under a clear blue sky.
Ancient rock painting on a rugged stone surface depicting a red human-like figure with raised arms and two horizontal lines overhead. Nearby are red geometric shapes and faded markings. The surrounding rock is weathered, with patches of moss and small plants at the base.
A small, stone one-room schoolhouse with a wooden roof sits in a barren landscape under a blue sky. An American flag waves on a pole in front. A rusty metal swing set stands nearby, with no swings attached. The terrain is flat and dry, stretching into the distant horizon.
The image shows a tall stone monument with a viewing platform at the top, set against a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a well-maintained grassy area is crossed by a paved path. Three flags are displayed on poles. Trees border the grassy area, leading to distant water.
A man wearing a blue cap and glasses stands smiling in front of the Chippewa National Forest sign. Behind him, the Shingobee Recreation Area unveils its dense forest under a cloudy sky.
A person in a hoodie and plaid pants sits on a chair at South Pike Bay Campground, drinking from a cup, while looking at the calm water of Chippewa National Forest on a clear day.
A metal windmill with vines stands next to a large circular water trough in the open grass field of Sheyenne National Grasslands, under a partly cloudy sky.
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A historical cannon, olive green in color, with large wooden wheels is displayed indoors against a stone wall background.
A man taking a selfie at the Comanche National Grasslands sign.
A blacksmith wearing a protective face shield and apron works in a rustic stone forge with an anvil, barrels, and various tools surrounding him.
The image shows the exterior of the Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park. A brick building with a red roof is in the background. In the foreground, there's a brick sign with the park's name and the National Park Service emblem, set on a grassy area with trees.
A bearded man in a red sleeveless shirt sits at a table with intricate stone animal carvings and crafting tools, surrounded by wooden walls and a nature backdrop in Pipestone National Monument's visitor center.
A vast, shallow part of the Green River reflects a rugged desert landscape under a clear blue sky. The arid terrain features layered mesas and plateaus with reddish and beige hues. Sparse vegetation dots the shoreline, while the water mirrors the cliffs and open sky, creating a tranquil scene.
Visitors stand near a paved path leading to the large natural entrance of Carlsbad Cavern, surrounded by rugged beige rock formations and sparse vegetation. A black metal fence lines the path. The scene is under a cloudy sky, with bare trees and cacti in the foreground.

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Who Is This Guy?

Hi! I’m Shea Oliver, The Hiking CEO. 

In 2003, I launched my first online business. Eighteen months later, I told my boss to shove off, walked out the door,  and never looked back.

That moment cascaded together with every other moment in life to set me free to explore life, ponder reality, and grow.

In 2023, I made the ultimate leap to becoming a full-time nomad.

I focus on pursuing my passions of traveling, hiking, exploring, creating, and spending time with people I care about.

I believe life is an adventure. It doesn’t matter if you’re dreaming of travel, wanting to grow, or looking to change your life. I’d like to invite you to join me. We’re gonna have a blast!

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Sign for Firehole Canyon Recreation Complex in the foreground, with boat launch and camping details. Expansive desert landscape and flat-topped mesas under a clear blue sky stretch across Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Sparse vegetation and a paved road lead into the area.
Firehole Canyon in Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area
Having camped at the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area a few years ago, I wanted to return and check out one of the more isolated areas, and Firehole Canyon was perfect.
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A rural roadside scene in Saline County reveals an expansive grassy field under a cloudy sky. A blue road sign stands near a gravel shoulder, next to a tall historic marker. Power lines run parallel to the road, stretching into the distance beside the green farmland.
Saline County Obelisk Historic Marker
It's not every day that you're driving down a rural highway and see a historical marker that is an obelisk. Still, I found one dedicated to the Bohemian settlers of this region.
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A brick storefront with a "Como en Casa" sign above the entrance, decorated with colorful paper banners and cacti graphics on the windows, and an "Open" neon sign.
Como en Casa Restaurant in Colby Kansas
After the battling the wind for a couple of hours, I was so ready to find shelter. A local Mexican joint absolutely filled the need for food and a wind-free environment.
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Judy Garland's Childhood Home. A charming white two-story house with a front balcony and small yard, nestled under a partly cloudy sky.
Judy Garland Museum
Years ago, I visited Dorthy's House and The Wizard of Oz museum in Liberal, Kansas, and it only seemed right to swing into the main character's childhood home.
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A person with glasses and curly hair smiles at the camera in front of a rocky waterfall at Falls Park, with buildings in the background, in Sioux Falls, SD.
Falls Park – Sioux Falls, SD
Driving through Sioux Falls, I had to stop and see the waterfalls and park. Plus, the park has a multi-story observation tower that provides a panoramic view of the falls and city.
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At Lynnville Park, a tree-lined pond mirrors the clear blue sky and lush surrounding foliage, creating a serene natural oasis.
Lynnville Park
A very long day on the road, with only one stop at the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, made me relieved when I pulled into this attractive city park.
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A selfie of Shea Oliver on the summit of saddle Mountain
Summiting Saddle Mountain
I hiked up to the summit of Saddle Mountain as a reward for getting my new business launched. It was a beautiful day, and I had the mountain all to myself.
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A paved road curves alongside a forested area with tall green trees, guiding travelers to the intriguing Hermit's Cave. A brown sign reads "Santa Fe Trail, Hermit's Cave" next to a wooden post and rope barrier. A stone pathway leads to an information board surrounded by rocks and grass. The scene is calm and natural.
Hermit’s Cave
Giovanni Maria de Agostini, often called "The Hermit," was an Italian mystic and healer who lived in a cave in Council Grove, Kansas, during the mid-1800s. I had to check out his home.
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