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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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Under the clear blue sky with wispy clouds, the sandstone bluffs at El Malpais National Monument create a breathtaking landscape. The arid terrain features light brown and dark orange tones that highlight the textured, weathered rocks, while shadows emphasize their rugged contours and natural arches.
El Malpais National Monument – Sandstone Bluffs
I didn't realize that I'd be driving through the El Malpais National Monument as I headed toward Arizona, but when I saw the signs, I knew I could add another national site to my list.
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A black Jeep Rubicon with a teardrop trailer attached is parked on rocky BLM Land under a clear blue sky near Carlsbad. Two bicycles are mounted on the trailer's roof, with sparse desert vegetation and distant hills in the background.
BLM Land Near Carlsbad Round One
As I drove past the city limits of Carlsbad, my check engine light came on. I found some free BLM land for camping while I waited for parts for my Jeep.
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Sonoran Desert National Monument Round Three
Just like last year, the weather refused to cooperate south of Tucson, and I headed further west into one of my favorite places from last winter and found an even better camping spot.
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A scenic canal in Bricktown, lined with trees and flowers, runs under a small arched bridge. A brick building with balconies overlooks the water on this cloudy day. String lights hang between the trees, while plants with fresh mulch edge the walkway by the canal.
Oklahoma City’s Bricktown on a Cloudy Day
For years, I've heard about Oklahoma City Bricktown, and I was excited to visit. Unfortunately, it seems that it is a much more popular place in the warmer months of the year.
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A black SUV is towing a small teardrop trailer at dusk in a desert landscape, with a bicycle mounted on top like a searchlight aiming forward. Mountains stand silhouetted against the sky, which is a gradient of orange and purple as the sun is coming up.
Coming Up Disappointed in Searchlight
After a decision to start heading toward Washington to visit a friend on the Kitsap Peninsula, I thought I would spend at least a few days here exploring, but decided not to.
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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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A black off-road vehicle is towing a small teardrop camper through the rugged, bushy landscape near the Deschutes River. Two bicycles are mounted on the camper. The sky is overcast, with distant hills and a lake in the background, creating an adventurous overlook.
Deschutes River Overlook
After driving through Lava Beds National Monument, in the rain, I crossed into Oregon and for the first time felt like I had transitioned into the Pacific Northwest. Rain and Green!
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A casual outdoor Mexican restaurant with a red-and-white canopy is shown. Trucks are parked on a dirt lot, and a yellow sign reads "Jacky's Mexican Food." People sit at tables under the canopy beneath a clear, sunny sky.
Jacky’s Mexican Food
I always love trying something new and when I found out this place had Huarache I knew I would have to check it out.
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