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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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Clicking on calendar events will reveal my Travel Journal if one exists.
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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 serene lake with clear reflections of a rocky, forested hillside exudes peacefulness. Tall grasses and wildflowers line the lake's edge, with a large rock in the foreground. The sky is clear and blue, enhancing the natural scenery.
Reflecting on a Roller Coaster of Peacefulness
As the days dwindle down toward my departure date, my emotions seem to bounce around, but I am finding myself more and more at ease with the decision and looking forward to this adventure.
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A black jeep with a small white camper trailer is parked in a grassy area under tall green trees at Freeman City Park, near picnic tables and buildings in the background.
Freeman City Park
After frustrating day of dealing with Internet connectivity issues, I made it to a small town city park to attempt to get some work done and get back on plan.
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A white wooden church, identified as Zion Lutheran Church, with a steeple stands behind a chain-link fence. The foreground includes several gravestones and a grassy field, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
Zion Lutheran Church
As I was heading out of the Sheyenne National Grasslands, a church steeple caught my eye, and when I saw an unusual grave marker, I had to turn around and check it out.
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A one-story modern building labeled “Finney County Public Library” with a flat roof, beige exterior, and rectangular windows. A metal sculpture, flagpole, and bike rack are near the entrance. Trees and a clear blue sky are in the background.
Finney County Public Library, Kansas
The need for work often brings me to libraries. What do you know? Mark Twain is sitting outside on a park bench enjoying the day!
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An abandoned, overgrown brick structure with boarded-up windows stands beside a road in Dawson, Nebraska. The building is partially surrounded by tall grass and weeds. A cloudy sky and lush green trees are in the background, with a power line running along the roadside. A small signpost is visible nearby.
Dawson Nebraska
After checking out the church that caught my eye as I was driving through, I decided to take a walk around and snap a few pictures of this town that is slowly fading away.
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The historic stone building, with its gabled roof, proudly hosts the Pony Express Barn and Museum. A large sign featuring a horse silhouette marks the entrance, flanked by American flags. Surrounded by a quaint flower bed, utility poles stand in the background.
Pony Express Barn & Museum
There is only one barn remaining from the famous Pony Express, and it's right here in Marysville, Kansas, so there was no way I would miss this fabulous attraction from the Wild West.
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A small teardrop trailer is partially visible on the left in the barren desert landscape near Beatty, Nevada. Rocky formations and sparse vegetation cover the sandy ground. Distant mountains under a clear blue sky enhance the arid scenery.
Getting Beat Up Outside Beatty, Nevada
As I pounded my way north, I needed a place to work for the weekend because of the weather and Incoming windstorm. This place could've been better and less trashy, but it worked..
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Nestled in Stillwater, the single-story Slim Chickens restaurant boasts a metal roof and large windows. The iconic logo shines brightly above, while empty outdoor seating basks under a clear OK sky. Trees surround the building, and fallen leaves pepper the ground on this sunny day.
Slim Chickens in Stillwater, OK
Sometimes, you just need some chicken tenders. As I was driving through Stillwater, I saw this restaurant and knew I was gonna have to give this a try. I was not disappointed.
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