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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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Shea wearing a cap and glasses stands outdoors near a small camper trailer and a black Jeep, surrounded by greenery at Hieb Memorial Park in Marion, SD.
Hieb Memorial Park – Marion SD
When my Internet connection wouldn't stay connected in Viborg, I headed out to find out if it would do better in the nearby town of Marion. It did, but the flies were irritating!
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A man with curly hair and glasses stands outdoors near trees, a black SUV, and a small teardrop-style trailer, enjoying some dispersed camping near Two Harbors.
Dispersed Camping Near Two Harbors, Minnesota
After visiting Split Rock Lighthouse and Gooseberry Falls, I slipped into the forest to find a place to get a good night's sleep without spending any money.
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In an RV park, a black SUV is parked, towing a small teardrop camper trailer adorned with outdoor graphics. It's nestled among trees, with a larger RV from 1889 in the background, creating a serene camping scene.
1889 RV Park
Hoping for a cool little municipal park to camp for a few days, I pulled into this parking lot. It definitely did not offer what I was hoping to experience.
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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 black Jeep is parked in a State Forest, towing a teardrop camper trailer near Long Pond, ready for the weekend camps.
Long Pond State Forest Camps
With the holiday weekend approaching, I needed to find someplace free to hide out, get some work done, and try to relax before getting back on the road.
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A black Jeep towing a small, white teardrop camper is parked on a dirt area in an open grassy landscape under a partly cloudy sky in the Pawnee National Grasslands.
Pawnee National Grassland Dispersed Camping
After a fantastic dinner and engaging conversation with Annika (and playing with Hugo!), I found a high bluff to connect to the Internet and spend the night.
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Single-story public building with brick and beige walls, surrounded by paved parking spaces including a handicap spot, with a bike rack near the entrance. There are trees, a lamppost, and clear blue sky in the background.
Woodruff Memorial Library
I headed here when my Starlink decided not to work. I was surprised at the uncomfortable chairs. I was thankful that the Wi-Fi was decent so that I could quickly get some work accomplished.
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A small lighthouse-like building stands near a tree by the water's edge in downtown Walker, MN, with a paved path leading to it. An American flag is visible on the left side of the image, near parked vehicles.
Walker MN Lighthouse and Downtown
Wandered around the cute town of Walker, Minnesota, and checked out the little lighthouse in the city park and the downtown
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