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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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The small, historic stone Schoolhouse from 1909 stands alone in a grassy field under a clear blue sky. With its brown shingled roof and square bell tower, it evokes the tranquil charm of District 3's rural past, framed by tall trees in the background.
Old Schoolhouse – District 3 1909
As I was leaving Milford State Park, I noticed this old schoolhouse and had to pull over to take pictures and see if any restoration work had been done on the building or interior.
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Interior of an RV with a small kitchen setup. A blue kettle sits on a single-burner stove atop a white counter. A coffee mug is nearby. Behind, there's a wall-mounted air conditioner, a microwave, and a closed cabinet. A window reveals greenery outside. The floor is tiled.
Critical Interior Cabinet: Gotta Have The Coffee (and Storage)
Coffee. This cabinet is really about coffee. Creating a place to safely use a hot plate whenever the weather conditions make it impossible to make that critical morning cup of joe.
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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 modern library building with large windows and a sign labeled "Library" is surrounded by trees, bikes, and flower pots. The front area features benches and a small sculpture under a clear sky.
Back on the Road & Heading East
I'm back on my adventure after a few busy weeks in Colorado. Of course, it starts with hitting the post office and then working at a library as I roll eastward.
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A single-story establishment with signage reading "HomeGrown: A Daytime Eatery," featuring large windows, a patio area on the right, and a few cars parked in the front.
Visiting Family and Eating in Wichita, KS
After my first month of new my nomadic lifestyle, I headed to Wichita to spend some time with family. And when in Wichita, one must eat out!
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Large dark rocks with ancient petroglyphs, showing animal and abstract designs, rest on a rocky, grassy hillside in the Tonopah desert. Sparse shrubs and cacti are scattered across the slope under a cloudy sky.
Petroglyphs Near Tonopah
Hike from a campsite to find the petroglyphs marked on Google Maps. Ended up finding a few and had some fun just wandering around.
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The image captures a street featuring a blue, two-story building with a black awning and housing a business proudly displaying open signs. The red door invites you into "Knuckle Sandwiches," while the "Cottage House Motel" sign stands on a pole. Clear skies with white clouds enhance the charm, as parked cars line the serene scene.
The Knuckle Sandwiches
After a long day of exploring the Tallgrass National Tallgrass Prairie Reserve, and all of the interesting things in Council Grove, I found a tasty little sandwich shop for a quick meal.
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A black Jeep is parked in a wooded campsite at The Hill Campground, attached to a small teardrop trailer. Another large RV is visible in the background. The ground is covered with dirt and sparse grass.
The Hill Campground
Standing at the counter to pay for the campsite, I had to swallow a bittersweet pill. I qualified for the senior discount at this campground. Of course I was happy because it was cheaper!
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