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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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A smiling man with a white beard wears a maroon hooded jacket and stands outdoors in a snowy forest. Tall pine trees dusted with snow surround him. The man appears happy and dressed warmly for winter weather.

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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A black Jeep is parked on a gravel path at Clinton State Park, towing a teardrop trailer. The trailer is equipped with a rack holding gear. The scene unfolds in a grassy area with tall, green trees as the backdrop, and an electrical hookup station is visible nearby.
Clinton State Park
What I really needed for the beginning months of this adventure was a return to where my love of hiking started while I was a student at the University of Kansas in the 1980's.
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A historic stone building with arched windows and a tower stands at a corner intersection under a clear blue sky.
Ness City Kansas Photo Stop
I simply love stopping in cool little towns that have unique character. The bank building here is absolutely beautiful and needed to be photographed and added to my blog.
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A man with glasses and curly hair smiles outdoors at East Harbor State Park, with a Jeep and small teardrop trailer parked under large trees in the background.
East Harbor State Park
I was very happy to get to the campsite after having my jeep repaired. Once I walked through the woods to the water, I felt much better and was looking forward to the rest of my stay.
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A teardrop camper is parked in the Arizona desert landscape near Dripping Springs, with sparse shrubs and trees. The camper door is open, revealing storage. A foldable chair is set up nearby. The setting sun casts warm light, and mountains are visible in the distance under a clear blue sky.
Dripping Springs, Arizona
After two brutally long days of driving, I was thrilled to pull into this piece of BLM land and discover some wonderful campsites with tons of cactuses, beautiful views, and privacy.
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A black Jeep is towing a small, white teardrop camper in a wooded campsite with a picnic table, nestled within the serene beauty of Delta Lake State Park.
Delta Lake State Park
Tired from another busy day of sightseeing and driving, I pulled into Delta Lake, hoping to have a good Internet connection for a solid day of catching up on work
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A historic, beige stone courthouse with six columns stands at the end of a concrete walkway in Flandreau, SD. Flanked by manicured green lawns and tall, leafy trees, the Moody County Courthouse is set under an overcast sky that casts a soft light on its large windows with reddish frames.
Moody County Courthouse in Flandreau, SD
I love wandering into beautiful buildings to see what's inside. Occasionally, you find pretty amazing art and architecture inside old courthouses scattered across the country. That's good.
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In downtown Virginia, a large bronze eagle with outstretched wings is perched on a sculpture of soldiers in action. Set on a stone platform and surrounded by flags, the scene is framed by trees under a partly cloudy Minnesota sky, with a paved walkway and two white planters adorning the foreground.
Downtown Virginia Minnesota
After filling up at Pep's Bakery, I decided to wander around the town of Virginia, Minnesota, to see if I could discover anything interesting or photo-worthy.
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A black SUV is parked in a driveway surrounded by greenery. The rear and side doors are open, revealing cardboard boxes inside. The vehicle sits under partial shade on a sunny day, with trees and shrubs lining the background along a residential street.
First Load of Stuff Into Storage
Today, I took the first Jeep load of stuff that I am keeping to my sister's house. It's wild to consider that it is likely to be years before I open any of those boxes again.
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