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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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A black Jeep is parked on a grassy field, towing a small teardrop camper. The sun is setting, casting a warm light over the scene with a lake and open landscape in the background.
Goodland State Fishing Lake in Kansas
Dropped into a Kansas State fishing lake for a quick free overnight after having a great time snapping photographs in Ness City.
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A parked SUV with a bike on its roof rack is towing a small camper under a canopy in Marysville's city park, surrounded by lush trees and grassy expanses.
Marysville City Park
I rolled into the most fabulous little town in northern Kansas and was thrilled to find that you could spend a few nights in their city park for free!
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A grounded vintage yellow train caboose sits on tracks beside a green and white building, possibly the Tower Train Museum. The sky is partly cloudy, with a few trees in view. In the foreground, a paved area features some grass and a yellow parking block.
The Tower Train Museum
Just my luck; when I rolled through Tower, Minnesota, looking forward to checking out another train museum, it was closed. I guess I'll have to come back someday!
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Scenic view of La Ventana Natural Arch in a rugged canyon landscape. This stunning feature is part of El Malpais National Monument, surrounded by steep cliffs in shades of tan and orange. In the foreground, green trees thrive among scattered rocks under a clear blue sky, enhancing the arch's grandeur.
El Malpais National Monument – La Ventana Natural Arch
Although this wasn't much of a hike, I knew I wanted to stop and see one of the largest natural arches in New Mexico while I passed through the El Malpais National Monument.
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A centennial monument captures a group of horses and riders in motion, set on grassy terrain near a small pond. The dynamic scene unfolds under a cloudy sky, with scattered clouds overhead. Pathways lined with sparse autumnal trees enhance the naturalistic setting, reminiscent of the historic Land Run.
Centennial Land Run Monument
While in Oklahoma City, I had to check out this massive monument. I'd heard about it and wanted to experience it as there are very few sculptures anywhere near its size.
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A black Jeep is parked in the forest of Quechee State Park, towing a small white teardrop trailer. Fallen leaves blanket the ground, surrounded by trees with vibrant autumn foliage.
Quechee State Park
After an awesome weekend with Marybeth and Tommy and a fascinating visit at Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park, I found another Vermont State Park for a couple of nights.
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A stone monument stands on a gravel area with a plaque in front. Two wooden benches are on either side. Behind are two wooden signs with text. Lush green trees fill the background. The scene is adjacent to a paved road under a partly cloudy sky.
Old Bell & McKinley Monument
Heading to a marker on Google Maps, I stumbled across this interesting historical marker that had been updated with corrected information after years of erroneous stories.
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A black Jeep SUV with a small, grey teardrop trailer is parked near a sign for the Skipout Lake Recreation Area. The arid landscape features sparse trees and a wooden fence running along the road under a clear blue sky.
Skipout Lake Recreation Area
After a fantastic day at the Stafford Air & Space Museum, I needed a quiet place to camp and work for the weekend. Skipout Lake provided that plus a peaceful setting to enjoy the water.
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